Epson Projector Emp 5100 User Manual

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To clean the air filter:
1. Switch the projector off and unplug the power cable from the
wall socket.
2. Stand the projector with the handle at the top so that the filter is
easily accessible.
uCaution: Stand the projector with the handle at the top to prevent
dust from entering the projector.
3. Lift the stopper of the filter cover with your fingers.
Cleaning the Air Filter
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4. The air filter is attached to the inside of the filter cover. To clean
the filter you are advised to use a small vacuum cleaner designed
for computers and other office equipment. If you do not have
one, use a dr y, lint-fr ee cloth.
If the dirt is difficult to remove or if the filter is torn, replace it.
Replacement lamps come with an air filter.
Contact your EMP dealer or call an EPSON Service Centre.
Be sure to request par t number.
5. Replace the filter.
6. Plug the power cable...

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Contact your local EPSON dealer for a replacement lamp. Use only
replacement lamp part number.
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Note: Be sure to always use a new projector lamp. Otherwise the
projector lamp operating time display will indicate incorrect
information.
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Warning: Allow the lamp to cool down before replacing it. During
use, it becomes hot enough to burn you.
1. Switch off the projector and disconnect the power cable from the
wall socket.
2. Use a screwdriver, coin or similar object to loosen the two
retaining screws...

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4. Use a screwdriver, coin or similar object to loosen the two screws
holding   the lamp in position. You cannot remove these screws.
5. Lift up the handle and pull out the lamp.
screws 

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uCaution: When you replace the lamp never touch the new lamp with
your bare hands. The invisible residue left by the oil on your hands
may shorten the lamp life. Use a cloth or gloves when handling the
new lamp.
6. Gently insert the new lamp by lowering it into position.
7. Tighten the screws you loosened in step 5.
8. Replace the lamp cover and tighten the cover screws.
Make sure the lamp cover is securely fastened. The projector
turns itself off if the lamp cover is open.
9. When...

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Troubleshooting
This chapter describes the problems indicated by the status lights and
provides information on what to do if you experience problems with the
projector. It is divided into the following sections:
¥General pr oblems with the projector. Refer to this section if the projec-
tor is not working and to find out what the warning lights are indicating.
¥Problems with the screen image. Refer to this section if you cannot
project an image or if the quality of the screen image is poor.
If you...

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Problems with the Projector
If you are having problems with the projector, first check the indica-
tors on the projector.
Operation Indicator
Color Status Meaning
Off Projector is off.
Orange Lit Sleep mode
Green Lit Projection lamp is lit and projector is projecting.
Orange Flashing The projector is hot.
Red Flashing Internal projector problem
Red Lit The projector is too hot and turned off.
Projection Lamp Indicator
Color Status Meaning
Off Projector is off.
Green Lit Projection...

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The following describes some common problems and what you
should do when you encounter them.
zThe operation indicator does not light up.
Check the power supply, making sure that the power cable is secur ely
connected to the projector and the power outlet.
Check to ensure that the projector lamp cover is securely closed.
zThe projector lamp does not light up.
The lamp is bur ned out and needs to be replaced.
zThe operation indicator is red.
The projector is overheated. The projector lamp will also tur...

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zThe projection lamp indicator is flashing red.
Replace the projection lamp with a new one and turn the projector
back on. If this does not solve the pr oblem, there is a problem with
the projector lampÕs internal circuitry that r equires ser vicing. Contact
your nearest service provider.
zImportant!
Never tr y to per form any maintenance on the projector that is not
specifically covered in this manual.