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SECTION 1 SERVICE INFORMATION
5. 3. Replacement of consumable parts
[Attention] • When replacing the consumable parts, please make sure that the power cable is disconnected from the outlet.
5. 3. 1. When to replace the lamp unit
The lamp unit is a consumable component. Since its brightness gradually decreases over time, it is necessary to replace the
lamp unit regularly. The estimated duration before replacement is 4 000 hours, but the lamp may go off before reaching to
4000 hours, depending on the characteristics of the individual lamp, usage conditions, and the installation environment. It is
recommended that the Replacement Lamp Unit be prepared earlier.
On screen display
REPLACE LAMP
LAMP indicator
On screen display
REPLACE LAMP
LAMP indicator
Over 3 800 hours
The message is displayed for 30 seconds. Pressing
any button on the control panel or remote control
within 30 seconds will clear the message.
The indicator lights in red even during the
standby mode.
Over 4 000 hours The message remains displayed until you press any
button.
If you continue to use the lamp unit after 4 000 hours has elapsed, the lamp turns off automatically after approximately 10
minutes, as it may cause malfunction of the projector.
Note
• To predict when to replace the lamp, check the lamp runtime displayed at [LAMP : TOTAL] in [STATUS].
• 4 000 hours is only the target for replacement and not the warranty time.
5. 3. 2. Calculation formula of lamp runtime
The lamp runtime that is displayed in the [STATUS] is real time.
The following conversion is required to calculate the rough estimate for lamp replacement.
Formula for lamp replacement time (rough estimate)
A x 1 + B x 0.8 + C x 2/3
• A : Runtime which is displayed in [STATUS] - [RUNTIME] - [NORMAL]
• B : Runtime which is displayed in [STATUS] - [RUNTIME] - [ECO1]
• C : Runtime which is displayed in [STATUS] - [RUNTIME] - [ECO2]
5.2.5. Optical block type check
There are 2 types of optical block, named R-type and L-type.
When replacing the optical block, check the printed marker on the flat cable of the G-LCD panel and use the same type of the
optical block. If not used the same type, you will find the color shading or wrong white balance picture on the screen.
GL
GR
• GL => Use L-type optical block
• GR => Use R-type optical block
L-Type optical block
R-Type optical block
G-LCD panel
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