Ricoh Projector PJ WX4141N User Manual

8. Troubleshooting
This chapter explains the basic problems and troubleshooting methods when an indicator light is lit.
Indicator Display List The projector uses the [Power] button, indicators, and beeps to notify you if a malfunction occurs. Check
the indicator's status, and implement the following measures. "
" in the table means the indicator is
flashing.
Indicator location
1. [Power] button
2. Lamp indicator
3. Temp indicator
StatusCausesSolutionsThe projector does not turn
on.The...

StatusCausesSolutionsThe lamp turned off during
operation, or it does not turn
on• The lamp has overheated and cannot turn on.
• The lamp's service life has expired.
• The projector has malfunctioned.• Disconnect the power cord, wait a while, and then turn
on the projector again.
• If the lamp burns out, replace it with a new lamp. For
details of how to replace the
lamp, see page 152
"Replacing the Lamp".The lamp does not turn off.
Flashing interval: 2 seconds
The projector has...

StatusCausesSolutions"Installation Error" was
displayed, and the projector
turned off during operation,
or it does not turn on.The projector's angle is too great.Place the projector at a proper
angle, and then turn it on again.
For details about how to install the
projector, see page 28
"Positioning the Projector".Indicator Display List
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Common Problems
If you think a malfunction has occurred, check the following before contacting your service
representative.ProblemSolutionsPower does not turn on.• Make sure the power plug or connector is connected correctly.
• Make sure the lamp cover is mounted correctly. For details, see page 152 "Replacing the Lamp".Power turns off during use.• Make sure the environment in which the projector isbeing used is within the acceptable temperature range.
• Make sure the vents are not blocked.No...

ProblemSolutionsNo sound.• Make sure the input signal is switched correctly if [AutoInput Search] in [Default Settings 1] is set to [Off]. For
details about how to switch the input signal, see page 36
"Projecting an Image".
• Make sure the AV mute function is not turned on. For details, see page 45 "Temporarily Blanking the Image
and Muting the Audio".
• Check the speaker's volume adjustment. For details, see page 43 "Adjusting the Volume of the Speaker".
• Make sure the...

ProblemSolutionsImage is dark.• Check the settings of [Brightness] and [Contrast] in[Image Adjustment]. For details, see page 106 "ImageAdjustment Menu".
• Make sure the lamp is not near the end of its service life. For details, see page 137 "Display Status".
• Check the settings of [RGB Input Range] in [Image Adjustment]. For details, see page 106 "Image
Adjustment Menu".
• Make sure [3D Projection] in [Display/Sound Settings] is set to [Off]. For details, see page 110...

ProblemSolutionsThe remote control does not
respond.• Make sure the ID assigned to the remote control and in the settings of [Remote Control ID] in [Default Settings 2]
are the same. For details, see page 26 "Operating
Multiple Projectors with the Remote Control".
• Make sure the batteries in the remote control are not dead.
• Make sure the batteries are correctly loaded into the remote control. For details, see page 25 "Loading
Batteries into the Remote Control".
• Make sure the remote...

ProblemSolutionsWireless LAN is disabled.• Check the settings of [Wireless LAN Settings] in [NetworkSettings] under [Network/USB Settings]. For details, see
page 123 "Network Settings Menu".
• Make sure there is nothing placed between the computer and the projector.
• Make sure the operating system of the computer is compatible with QuickProjection. For details, see
page 72 "How to Use QuickProjection".
• To project images by ad hoc wireless communication, log on to the computer with...

9. Maintenance
This chapter explains the operating precautions and maintenance for the projector.
Operating Precautions
• The machine's light uses a mercury vapor lamp that becomes high pressure when it is turned on. The lamp has the following characteristics, so be sure to handle it with care after understandingthe contents. If the lamp explodes and either you are injured from broken pieces of glass, think
you have gotten glass particles or mercury vapour in your eyes, or have inhaled glass...

• Soak the tissue paper that you used in water, and then throw it away as burnable trash.
• When you carry the projector by hand, hold it with both hands and keep it in a horizontal position. If you hold the projector with one hand, its covers may come off or you may drop it.
• If moving the projector under conditions including vibration and shock, use both the packing case and included carrying bag. Transporting the projector using the carrying bag only may damage it
due to shock or vibration. Further,...