Panasonic PT-TW331RE Operating Instructions Manual

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Panasonic PT-TW331RE Operating Instructions Manual Manual pdf 57 page image

Maintenance/replacementENGLISH - 57 MaintenanceJ Lamp unitThe lamp unit is a consumable component. See "When to replace the lamp unit" about the lifespan.It is recommended to ask an authorized engineer to replace the lamp unit. Contact your dealer.Consult your dealer to purchase a replacement lamp unit: ET-LAL341.CAUTION:■ Do not replace the lamp unit when it is hot. (Wait at least 1 hour after use.)The inside of the cover can become very hot, take care to avoid burn injuries.Notes on the replacement of the lamp unitJThe luminous source of the lamp is made of glass and may burst if you hit it against a hard surface or dropzit. Please handle with care.A Phillips screwdriver is required for replacement of the lamp unit.zBe careful of hands slip when you using a screwdriver.zWhen replacing the lamp unit, be sure to hold it by the handle.zWhen replacing the lamp because it has stopped illuminating, there is a possibility that the lamp may bezbroken. If replacing the lamp of a projector which has been installed on the ceiling, you should alwaysassume that the lamp is broken, and you should stand to the side of the lamp cover, not underneath it.Remove the lamp cover gently. Small pieces of glass may fall out when the lamp cover is opened. If piecesof glass get into your eyes or mouth, seek medical advice immediately.The lamp contains mercury. Consult your local municipality or your dealer about correct disposal of usedzlamp units.AttentionBe sure to use the lamp unit specified.zNoteThe part numbers of accessories and separately sold components are subject to change without notice.zWhen to replace the lamp unitJThe lamp unit is a consumable component. Brightness decreases according to duration of usage, soperiodical replacement of the lamp unit is necessary. The estimated duration before replacement is 3 000hours. However, this may be shortened depending on individual lamp characteristics, usage conditions, andthe installation environment. Therefore, it is strongly recommended that a replacement lamp unit be prepared.When the projection lamp of the projector reaches its end of life, the warning message appears on the screen.Replace the lamp with a new one promptly.Model name Lamp runtimeOn screen:Warning Lamp messagePT-TW331REPT-TX301RE Over 2 970 hours If the lamp is used over 2 970 hours, the warning message willappear. When any button is pressed, the message will disappear.AttentionIf [Lamp Life Reminder] is set to [Off], the lamp warning message will not be displayed when the lamp used time reacheszthe end of lamp life. In this case, please check the lamp life with the values at the [Lamp Hours Used (Normal)] and [LampHours Used (ECO)]. (Æpage 44)NoteThe usage period of 3 000 hours is a rough estimate and is not guaranteed.zThe used lamp time is calculated internally in the following formula as the used time in each setting of [Normal], [AUTO],z[ECO1] and [ECO2] in [Lamp power mode]:Lamp runtime = (Lamp runtime of [Normal] × 60 + Lamp runtime of [AUTO] × 24 + Lamp runtime of [ECO1] or [ECO2] ×45) ÷ 60In order to estimate the lamp life, please refer to [Lamp Hours Used (Normal)] and [Lamp Hours used (ECO)] in the [Lampzsettings] menu (Æ page 44). [Lamp Hours Used (ECO)] is a total real time under [AUTO], [ECO1] and [ECO2] lamp powermodes. Please note that they are not displayed individually.