Epson Projector Powerlite 1730w User Manual

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4. Remove the lamp cover screw. Then slide the lamp cover to the 
side and lift it off of the projector. 
5. Loosen the two screws holding the lamp in place (you can’t 
remove them).
Loosen, but don’t 
remove these screws 
						

							72Maintaining the Projector6. Hold the lamp as shown and pull it straight out.
 
7. Gently insert the new lamp. (If it doesn’t fit easily, make sure it is 
facing the right way.) 
8. Push down the side marked 
PUSH until it snaps in. 
9. Once the lamp is fully inserted, tighten its screws. 
10. Replace the lamp cover, then tighten its screw. 
11. Slide out the air filter on the bottom of the projector and 
remove it.
12. Slide in the new air filter until it clicks in place.
13. 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. 
						

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Resetting the Lamp Timer
After you replace the lamp, you need to reset the lamp timer using the 
projector’s menus. 
1. Press the 
Menu button on the remote control or on the 
projector’s control panel. You see the main menu.
2. Use the  buttons on the remote control (or the arrow buttons 
on the projector) to highlight 
Reset, then 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 
Esc or Menu to exit the Menu 
system.  
						

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Transporting the Projector
The projector contains many glass and precision parts. Follow these 
guidelines to prevent damage:
■Close the A/V Mute slide (lens cover) to protect the lens. 
■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. (An optional case is available from 
Epson; see page 12.)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 
						

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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 top of the projector or on 
the remote control.
1. Press the 
? Help button on the remote control or on the 
projector. 
You see the Help Menu.
2. Use the  pointer button on the remote control or the 
navigational buttons on the projector to highlight menu items.
3. Press the 
Enter button on the remote control or on the projector 
to select the menu item. 
4. To exit the help system, press the 
? Help button.
If none of the suggestions solve your problem, see additional solutions 
to problems in the following sections.
Checking Projector Status
If your projector isn’t working correctly, first turn it off, wait for it to 
cool (the P
Power light stops flashing orange), and unplug it. Then 
plug the power cord back in and turn on the projector. If this doesn’t 
solve the problem, check the lights on top of the projector. 
						

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What To Do When the Lights Flash
The lights on top of the projector indicate the projector’s status.
Refer to the following table for a complete description of the 
projector’s status lights:
Temperature 
light
Lamp light Power light
Status lights
Light Status Description
Orange The projector is in sleep or standby mode. You can unplug it or press the 
P Power button to turn it on.
Flashing 
greenThe projector is warming up. Wait for the image to appear.
Green The projector is operating normally.
Flashing 
orangeThe projector is cooling down. You can’t turn it back on (and you should 
not unplug it) until the light stops flashing and remains orange. 
Red There is a problem with the projector. Check the other two lights and the 
information on page 77 to diagnose the problem. 
Flashing red  There is a problem with the fan or temperature sensor. The air filter or 
vent may be clogged. Clean them or replace the air filter as described on 
page 69.
If this does not resolve the problem, stop using the projector, disconnect 
the power cable, and contact Epson as described on page 87. 
						

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Flashing 
orangeRapid cooling is in progress. Although this is not an abnormal condition, 
projection will stop automatically if the temperature rises higher. Make 
sure there is plenty of space around the projector for ventilation, and that 
the air filter and vents are clear. If you’re using the projector above 4900 
feet (1500 m), turn on High Altitude Mode; see page 64.
Red The projector is overheating, which turns the lamp off automatically. 
Wait until the cooling fan stops, then unplug the power cord. Plug the 
power cord back in and press the 
PPower button. Make sure the room 
temperature is not above 95 °F (35 °C), and there is plenty of space 
around the projector for ventilation. If you’re using the projector above 
4900 feet (1500 m), turn on High Altitude Mode; see page 64.
The air filter or vent may be clogged. Clean them or replace the air filter 
as described on page 69.
If the projector continues to overheat after you clean the air filter, the 
problem may be caused by damage to the cooling fan or temperature 
sensor. Contact Epson for help as described on page 87.
Warning: Except as specifically explained in this User’s Guide, do not 
attempt to service this product yourself.
Flashing 
orangeIt’s time to replace the lamp. See page 70 for instructions. If you continue 
to use the lamp after the replacement warning, there is an increased 
possibility that the lamp may break.
Flashing red The lamp may be burnt out. First make sure the lamp cover is securely 
installed. If that’s not the problem, let the lamp cool, remove the lamp, 
and replace it as described on page 70. 
The air filter or vent may be clogged. Clean them or replace the air filter 
as described on page 69.
If this does not resolve the problem, contact Epson as described on 
page 87.
Flashing red Power is cut off because of an internal problem. Unplug the power cord 
and contact Epson for help, as described on page 87.
Flashing red The auto iris is malfunctioning. Unplug the power cord and contact Epson 
for help, as described on page 87.
Status lights (continued)
Light Status Description 
						

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Viewing Lamp Usage and Other Information
Use the Info menu to view information about the display settings of 
your computer and the number of hours the lamp has been used. 
Press the 
Menu button and highlight the Info menu. 
You see the lamp usage hours and various input signal settings on the 
right. 
The life span of the lamp is about 3000 hours if the 
Brightness 
Control
 setting in the Setting menu is set to High (default), and 
4000 hours if the 
Brightness Control setting is set to Low. Make 
sure you have a spare lamp handy if the usage hours on this menu 
are close to the life span of your lamp.
Solving Projector Operation Problems
The power doesn’t turn on.
■If the projector doesn’t turn on when you press the PPower 
button, make sure the power cable is connected to the projector 
and plugged into a working electrical outlet.
■The power cable may be defective. Disconnect the cable from the 
outlet and contact Epson as described on page 87.
■Check to see if the A/V Mute slide is closed. 
■Check the status lights (see page 77).
The buttons on the projector don’t work.
If the control panels buttons have been locked, try using the remote 
control instead. See page 62 for information about locking the control 
panel.
note
The information displayed 
depends on the input signal 
currently selected. 
						

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Solving Problems with the Image 
or Sound
No image appears on the screen.
■Check that the PPower light is green, not flashing. 
■The projector may be in standby or sleep mode. If the PPower 
light is orange, press the P
Power button to turn the projector 
on.
■If the power was switched off and then on again, the projector 
may be cooling down. Wait until the P
Power light stops 
flashing and remains orange; then press the P
Power button 
again.
■Press the A/V Mute button on the remote control to make sure 
the picture has not been turned off temporarily. 
■Open the A/V Mute slide, if it is closed. 
■The attached computer may be in sleep mode or displaying a 
black screen saver. Try pressing a key on the computer.
■If you are projecting from a DVD player or other video source, 
make sure you turn it on and press its 
Play button.
You’ve connected a computer and see a blue screen with the 
message 
No Signal displayed.
■Make sure the cables are connected correctly, as described on 
page 40.
■If you’ve connected a computer and one or more video sources, 
you may need to press the 
Source Search button on the 
projector or one of the source buttons on the remote control to 
select the correct source. Allow a few seconds for the projector to 
sync up after pressing the button.