Epson Powerlite W7 Multimedia Projector Users Guide

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You can remove the air filter to clean both sides
If the filter is too dirty or broken, replace the filter as described below. 
Replacing the Air Filter
You need to replace the air filter if:
■You cannot remove the dust from it
■The air filter is damaged or torn
■You repeatedly see a projected message telling you to clean or 
replace it
Contact your dealer or call Epson at 800-GO-EPSON 
(800-463-7766) to obtain a new air filter. Request part number 
V13H134A25.
1. Turn off the projector and unplug the power cord.
2. Open the air filter cover on the side of the projector.
3. Lift the air filter out of its slot as shown.
note
Air filters contain 
polycarbonate, ABS resin, 
and polyurethane foam. 
Dispose of used air filters 
according to local 
regulations. 
						

							72Maintaining the Projector4. Slide the new air filter into the slot until it clicks into place.
Replacing the Lamp
The life span of the projection lamp is about 4000 hours if Power 
Consumption 
in the Settings menu is Normal (default), and 5000 
hours if this setting is 
ECO. See page 75 to check the lamp usage.
It is time to replace the lamp when: 
■The projected image gets darker or starts to deteriorate.
■The message Replace the lamp appears on the screen and the 
Lamp light flashes orange. To maintain projector brightness 
and image quality, replace the lamp as soon as possible.
You may also need to replace the lamp if the 
Lamp light flashes 
red. See page 81.
note
Turn off this product when 
not in use to prolong the life 
of the projector. 
Lamp 
light 
						

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Contact your dealer or call Epson at 800-GO-EPSON 
(800-463-7766). Request part number V13H010L54.
Follow these steps to replace the lamp:
1. Turn off the projector and unplug the power cord.
2. Let the projector cool for at least an hour (if it has been on). The 
lamp is extremely hot immediately after use. 
3. Loosen the lamp cover screw (you cannot remove it). Then slide 
the lamp cover off.
4. Loosen the two screws holding the lamp in place (you can’t 
remove them).warning
Let the lamp cool fully 
before replacing it. 
In the unlikely event that 
the lamp has broken, small 
glass fragments may be 
present and should be 
removed carefully to avoid 
injury. If the projector has 
been installed on the ceiling, 
you should stand to the side 
of the lamp cover, not 
underneath it.
If the lamp is used after the 
replacement period has 
passed, the possibility that 
the lamp may break 
increases. When a lamp 
replacement message 
appears, replace the lamp 
with a new one as soon as 
possible, even if it is still 
working.
Loosen, but don’t 
remove these screws 
						

							74Maintaining the Projector5. Hold the lamp as shown and pull it straight out.
 
6. Gently insert the new lamp. (If it doesn’t fit easily, make sure it is 
facing the right way.) Then tighten its screws.
7. Replace the lamp cover, then tighten its screw.
8. Reset the lamp timer as described in the next section. 
note
The lamp(s) in this 
product contain mercury. 
Please consult your state and 
local regulations regarding 
disposal or recycling. Do not 
put in the trash.
note
Tighten the lamp cover 
securely so you do not receive 
a lamp cover error when you 
turn the projector back on. 
						

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Resetting the Lamp Timer
After you replace the lamp, you need to reset the lamp timer using the 
projector’s menu system. 
1. Press the 
Menu button on the remote control or on the 
projector’s control panel. You see the main menu.
2. Select the 
Reset menu and press Enter. You see this screen:
3. Select 
Reset Lamp Hours and press Enter. 
4. When you see the prompt, select
 Yes and press Enter.
5. When you’re finished, press 
Menu to exit.
Checking Lamp Usage 
To check the number of hours the lamp has been used, press the 
Menu button and highlight the Info menu. You see a screen like this:note
The information displayed 
depends on the input signal 
currently selected.
If you have used the 
projector for less than 
10 hours, the hours are 
listed as 0H. 
						

							76Maintaining the ProjectorThe life span of the lamp is about 4000 hours if 
Power 
Consumption
 in the Settings menu is Normal (default), and 5000 
hours if this setting is 
ECO. Make sure you have a spare lamp handy if 
the usage hours on this menu are close to the life span of your lamp.
Replacing the Remote Control Batteries
Replace the batteries in the remote as described below: 
1. Turn the remote control over.
2. Press in on the catch on the battery cover as you lift the cover off.
3. Install two AA alkaline batteries, inserting the 
+and– ends as 
shown.
caution
When replacing batteries, 
take the following 
precautions:
■Replace the batteries as 
soon as they run out. If the 
batteries leak, wipe away 
battery fluid with a soft 
cloth. If fluid gets on your 
hands, wash immediately.
■Do not expose batteries to 
heat or flame.
■Dispose of used batteries 
according to local 
regulations.
■Do not use batteries other 
than those specified in this 
User’s Guide and do not 
use batteries of different 
types or mix old and new 
batteries.
■Keep these batteries out of 
the reach of children. 
Batteries are choking 
hazards and are very 
dangerous if swallowed. 
						

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4. Replace the battery cover and press it down until it clicks into 
place.
Transporting the Projector
The projector contains many glass and precision parts. When 
hand-carrying the projector, use the carrying case.
Follow these guidelines to prevent damage when transporting it: 
■Close the A/V Mute slide (lens cover).
■If a USB device is connected, remove it from the projector.
■Return the projector feet to their stored (highest) positions.
■When shipping the projector for repairs, use the original 
packaging material if possible. If you do not have the original 
packaging, use equivalent materials, placing plenty of cushioning 
around the projector.
■When transporting the projector a long distance, first place it in a 
hard-shell shipping case, then pack it in a firm box with 
cushioning around the case. 
note
Epson shall not be liable for 
any damages incurred 
during transportation. 
						

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Solving Problems
This chapter helps you solve problems with your projector and tells 
you how to contact technical support for problems you can’t solve 
yourself. The following information is included:
■Using the projector’s on-screen help system
■What to do when the projector’s status lights flash
■Solving projector operation problems
■Solving problems with the image or sound
■Solving problems with the remote control
■Contacting technical support 
						

							80Solving Problems
Using On-Screen Help
If the image doesn’t look right or your audio isn’t working, you can 
get help by pressing the 
? Help button on the projector or the remote 
control.
1. Press the 
? Help button on the remote control or on the 
projector. You see the Help menu:
2. Use the arrow buttons on the remote control or the projector to 
highlight menu items.
3. Press the 
Enter button on the remote control or the projector to 
select the menu item and read the solutions. 
4. To exit the help system, press the 
? Help button or Esc button.
If none of the suggestions solve your problem, see additional solutions 
to problems in the following sections.