Chapter 1 Preparation — Precautions for use22 - ENGLISHCautions on userTo get a good picture qualityf In order to view a beautiful image in higher contrast, prepare an appropriate environment. Draw curtains orblinds over windows and turn off any lights near the screen to prevent outside light or light from indoor lampsfrom shining onto the screen.rDo not touch the surface of the projection lens with your bare hands.If the surface of the projection lens becomes dirty from fingerprints or anything else, this will be magnified andprojected onto the screen.Please keep in mounting the supplied lens cover when you do not use the projector.rLCD panelf The LCD panel is precision-made. Note that in rare cases, pixels of high precision could be missing or alwayslit. Note that such phenomena do not indicate malfunction. If still images are projected for a long time, a residualimage may remain on the LCD panel. Note that the residual image may not disappear.rOptical partsWhen the operating environment temperature is high or in environments where lots of dust, cigarette smoke, etc.is present, the replacement cycle of the LCD panel, polarizing plates and other optical parts may be shorter evenif used for less than one year. Consult your dealer for details.rDo not move the projector or subject it to vibration or impact while it is operating.Doing so may shorten the life of the built-in motor.rLampThe light source of the projector is a high-pressure mercury lamp.A high-pressure mercury lamp has the following characteristics.f The luminance of the lamp will decrease by duration of usage.f The lamp may burst with a loud sound or have its service life shortened because of shock, chipping, ordegradation due to cumulative runtime.f The lamp life varies greatly depending on individual differences and usage conditions. In particular, continuoususe for 12 hours or more and frequent off/on switching of the power greatly deteriorate the lamp and affects thelamp life.f In rare cases, the lamp bursts shortly after projection starts.f The risk of bursting increases when the lamp is used beyond its replacement cycle. Make sure to replace thelamp unit regularly.(“When to replace the lamp unit” (x page 135), “How to replace the lamp unit” (x page 136))f If the lamp bursts, gas contained inside of the lamp is released in the form of smoke.f It is recommended that you store the Replacement lamp unit as a contingency.rComputer and external device connectionsf When connecting a computer or an external device, read this manual carefully regarding the use of power cordsand shielded cables as well.DisposalTo dispose of the product, ask your local authorities or dealer for correct methods of disposal.The lamp contains mercury. When disposing of used lamp units, contact your local authorities or dealer for correctmethods of disposal.