Panasonic PT-EX16KE Operating Instructions Manual

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Precautions for use16 - ENGLISHImportantInformation■■ Optical componentsIf you are using the projecting a high-temperature environment or an environment which is dusty or full ofcigarette smoke etc., the replacement cycle for optical components such as the the LCD panel and polarizermay reduce to as little as a year. For more information, please consult your dealer.■■ LampThe projector luminous source is a mercury lamp with high internal pressure.A high-pressure mercury lamp has the following characteristics.■z The brightness of the lamp will decrease with usage time.■z An impact, scratch, or deterioration with usage may cause the bulb burst loudly or reduce the service life.■z The service life of the lamp varies greatly depending on the individual lamp and usage conditions. Inparticular, continuous use for periods of 24 hours or longer and frequent on/off switching of the poweraccelerate deterioration in the lamp and affect the lamp life.■z In rare cases, the lamp burst shortly after starting the projection.■z The risk of bursting increases when the lamp is used beyond its replacement cycle. Make sure to replacethe lamp unit consistently. “When to replace the lamp unit” ( page 85)■z If the lamp bursts, gas contained in the lamp is released in a form of smoke.■z It is recommend that you store replacement lamp units for contingency.■z It is recommended that you request a qualified technician to replace the lamp unit. Consult your dealer.© Panasonic Corporation 2011This product incorporates the following software:the software which is developed independently by or for Panasonic Corporation.If you wish to ask any questions as to the software, please contact (sav.pj.gpl.pavc@ml.jp.panasonic.com) by email.Pursuant to at the directive 2004/108/EC, article 9(2)Panasonic Testing CentrePanasonic Service Europe, a division of Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbHWinsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, F.R. Germany