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To replace the lamp: 
1. Remove the lamp cover.
(1) Loosen the lamp cover screw
• The lamp cover screw is not removable.
(2)  Pull the bottom of the lamp cover towards you and remove it.
2. Remove the lamp housing.
(1) Loosen the two screws securing the lamp housing until the phillips screwdriver goes into a freewheeling condition.
• The two screws are not removable.
•  There is an interlock on this case to prevent the risk of electrical shock. Do not attempt to circumvent this interlock.
(2)  Remove the lamp housing by holding it.
 CAUTION:
Make sure that the lamp housing is cool enough to before removing it.
InterlockGuide hole
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3. Install a new lamp housing.
(1) Insert a new lamp housing until the lamp housing is plugged into the socket. \
(2)  Position so that the guide hole in the bottom right of the lamp house is over the protrusion on the projector then press all 
the way in.
(3)  Secure it in place with the two screws.
• Be sure to tighten the screws.
4. Reattach the lamp cover.
(1) Insert the top edge of the lamp cover into the groove in the projector and close the lamp cover.
(2)  Tighten the screw to secure the lamp cover.
• Be sure to tighten the screw.
This completes the lamp replacement.
Go on to the filter replacement.
NOTE: 
•  When you continue to use the projector for another 100 hours after the lamp has reached the end of its life, the projector cannot turn on and the menu is not displayed. 
If this happens, press the HELP button on the remote control for 10 seconds to reset the lamp clock back to zero. When the lamp time clock is reset to zero, the LAMP 
indicator goes out.
•  For portrait projection, the power supply will be switched off when the lamp replacement time (estimated)* is reached. A lamp replacement message will be displayed 
100 hours before the lamp replacement time is reached.
* The replacement time is not guaranteed.
 
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To replace the filters:
Four filters are packaged with the replacement lamp.
Honeycomb filter (coarse mesh): Large and small sizes (attached to the outside of the filter unit)
Accordion filter (fine mesh): Large and small sizes (attached to the inside of the filter unit)
NOTE: 
• Replace all four filters at the same time.
•  Before replacing the filters, wipe off dust and dirt from the projector cabinet. 
•  The projector is precision equipment. Keep out dust and dirt during filter replacement.
•  Do not wash the filters with soap and water. Soap and water will damage the filter membrane. 
•  Put filters into place. Incorrect attachment of a filter may cause dust and dirt to get into the inside of the projector. 
Before replacing the filters, replace the lamp. (→ page 176)
1.  Press down on the buttons on the left and right and then pull the filter cover towards you to open it.
  The cover will open about 90 degrees before it stops.
  When mounting the projector to a ceiling
  The filter cover will open about 90 degrees before it comes to a stop at the stopper position. Remove your hands as the s\
top-
per will be detached if it is opened further. The filter cover will stop at a position of about 90 degrees.
  However, the filter cover may close if the projector vibrates.
Filter cover Button
2. Remove the filter unit by pulling out the tab.
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3. Remove the four filters.
  Hold onto the filters fitted to both sides of the filter unit to remove the filter unit.
4. Remove dust from the filter unit and the filter cover.
  Clean both outside and inside.
5.  Attach 4 new filters to both sides of the filter unit.
  The installation locations of the filters are differentiated by whether there are any slits (notches). Install the filter under the 
flange around the filter unit as follows.
(1) Attach the 2 filters with transparent frames fitted to the grips to the side of the filter unit where the knob is located.
• Turn over the side of the filter with the transparent box and then install it.
(2)  Attach the 2 filters with the black lines to the side of the filter unit where there is no knob.
• Turn over the side of the filter with the black line, and then insert the slits into the protrusions on the filter unit to install 
it.
6.  Mount the filter unit back onto the projector cabinet.
  Insert the filter unit onto the projector with the sides on which the left and right hooks are located on the outside.
7.  Close the filter cover.
  After closing, push the filter cover near the buttons until a “click” sound is heard. The filter cover will be secured in position.
This completes the filter replacement.
Go on to the clearing lamp and filter hour meters.
To clear the lamp usage hours and the filter usage hours:
1. Place the projector where you use it.
2.  Plug the power cord into the wall outlet, and then turn on the projector.
3.  Clear the lamp usage hours and the filter usage hours.
1. From the menu, select [RESET] → [CLEAR LAMP HOURS] and reset the lamp usage hours.
2.  Select [CLEAR FILTER HOURS] and reset the filter usage hours. (→ page 130)
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❶ Operating Environment for Software Included on CD-ROM
Names and Features of Bundled Software Programs
Name of software programFeatures
Projection Utility • This is a software program used to project your computer’s screen, streaming movie, 
or sound from the computer over the wired/wireless network. The computer cable 
(VGA) is not required. (→ page 186)
•  This software program can be used to control the power ON/OFF and source selection 
of the projector from your computer.
•   The Geometric Correction Tool (GCT) and audio function allows you to correct distortion 
of images projected on a curved wall. (→ page 193) The GCT function is not available 
for streaming video.
Projection Utility for Mac OS • This is a software program used to project your computer's screen over the wired/
wireless network. The computer cable (VGA) is not required. (→ page 192) 
•  This software program can be used to control the power ON/OFF and source selection 
of the projector from your computer. 
Advanced Network Utility
(Windows only) • 
This is a software program used to send the screens of your personal computers to 
the projector via wired/wireless LAN (Meeting mode).
  Projected images can be transferred and saved to personal computers.
  When “Meeting Mode” is used, projected images can be sent and saved to the personal 
computers. Images can be sent from a personal computer to not only one projector 
but also to two or more projectors at the same time. (→ page 195)
Jpeg Conversion Tool• The JPEG Conversion Tool converts JPEG files not supported by the projector,
image files in other formats, PowerPoint files, and other similar files into
JPEG files. (→ page 206)
Projector Management Utility• Projector Management Utility conforms to the PJLink class 1 standards, and is compat-
ible with all class 1 commands.
  A maximum of 100 projectors connected to the network can be managed using one 
computer. (→ page 207)
  Projector Management Utility’s operating environment, see page 207.
NOTE:
•  Projection Utility does not support "Meeting Mode" in Advanced Network Utility included with our other models.
•  Take note of the following point when using the three software (Projection Utility (for Windows and Mac OS), Advanced Network Utility in the [NETWORK STANDBY] 
mode.
  When the projector is in the [NETWORK STANDBY] mode, communications will not be possible for about 20 seconds after the power supply of the projector is turned 
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Download service
For the update information about these software programs, visit our website:
URL: http://www.ricoh.com/downloads/
Operating Environment
The following is the operating environment for Projection Utility. For the operating environment of other software program, refer 
to the help function of each software program.
[Windows]
Supported OSWindows 8/8.1 (Core Edition)
Windows 8/8.1 Pro
Windows 8/8.1 Enterprise
Windows 7 Home Basic
Windows 7 Home Premium
Windows 7 Professional
Windows 7 Ultimate
Windows 7 Enterprise
Windows Vista Home Basic
Windows Vista Home Premium
Windows Vista Business
Windows Vista Ultimate
Windows Vista Enterprise
 Windows power-saving function is not supported.
•   To use the audio transfer capability, Windows 8/8.1/Windows 7/Windows Vista Service 
Pack 1 or later is required.
Processor • Windows 8/8.1/Windows 7/Windows Vista
Pentium M 1.2 GHz equivalent or higher required
Dual core 1.5 GHz or higher recommended
Memory • Windows 8/8.1/Windows 7/Windows Vista
512 MB or more required
1 GB or more recommended
* More memory may be required to run additional applications simultaneously.
Graphic processor  • Windows 8/8.1/Windows 7/Windows Vista
The “Graphics” score 3.0 or more of “Windows Experience Index” recommended.
Network environment TCP/IP-compatible wired LAN or wireless LAN
* Use a wireless LAN unit complying with the Wi-Fi standard.
*  Audio transfer capability requires 3 Mbps or more throughput.
Resolution • Windows 8/8.1/Windows 7/Windows Vista 
SVGA (800 × 600) or higher required
XGA (1024 × 768) recommended 
(1024 × 768 – 1280 × 800 recommended for WXGA type)
Screen Colors High Color (15 bits, 16 bits)
True Color (24 bits, 32 bits) (recommended)
• 256 or fewer colors are not supported.
[Mac]
Supported OS Mac OS X v10.7, v10.8, v10.9, v10.10
Processor (CPU) Intel
® Core™ Duo processor 1.5 GHz or higher required
Intel® Core™ 2 Duo processor 1.6 GHz or higher recommended
* PowerPC® is not supported
Memory 512 MB or higher required
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Network environmentWired or wireless LAN required that supports TCP/IP
* The following LAN adapters are verified to work with Projection Utility:
• Wired LAN adapter built into Mac
•  Wireless LAN adapter built into Mac
•  Apple USB Ethernet adapter
•  Apple Thunderbolt Ethernet adapter
“Easy Connection” supports only wireless LAN.
Supported Resolution SVGA (800 × 600) or higher required
XGA (1024 × 768) recommended
(1024 × 768 – 1280 × 800 recommended for WXGA type)
Supported Screen Colors 16.70 million colors required
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❷ Installing Software Program
Installation for Windows software
NOTE:
• To install or uninstall each software program, the Windows user account must have “Administrator” privilege (Windows 8/8.1, Windows 7, Windows Vista) .
•  Exit all running programs before installation. If another program is running, the installation may not be completed.
 
1  Insert the accompanying CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive.
  The menu window will be displayed.
TIP:
If the menu window will not be displayed, try the following procedure.
For Windows 7
1. Click “start” on Windows.
2.  Click “All Programs” → “Accessories” → “Run”.
3.  Type your CD-ROM drive name (example: “Q:\”) and “LAUNCHER.EX\
E” in “Name”. (example: Q:\LAUNCHER.EXE)
4.  Click “OK”.
  The menu window will be displayed.
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2 Click a software program you wish to install on the menu window.
  The installation will start.
• Follow the instructions on the installer screens to complete the installation.
TIP:
Uninstalling a Software Program
Preparation:
Exit the software program before uninstalling. To uninstall the software program, the Windows user account must have “Admin-
istrator” privilege (Windows 8/8.1, Windows 7, and Windows Vista) .\
• For Windows 8/8.1/Windows 7/Windows Vista
1  Click “Start” and then “Control Panel”.
  The Control Panel window will be displayed.
2  Click “Uninstall a program” under “Programs”
  The “Programs and Features” window will be displayed.
3  Select the software program and click it.
4  Click “Uninstall/Change” or “Uninstall”.
  • When the “User Account Control” windows is displayed, click “Continue”.
  Follow the instructions on the screens to complete the uninstallation.
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Using on Mac OS
[Example] Install Projection Utility on the computer.
1. Insert the accompanying  CD-ROM in your Mac CD-ROM drive. 
  The CD-ROM icon will be displayed on the desktop.
2.  Double-click the CD-ROM icon. 
  The CD-ROM window will be displayed.
3.  Double-click the “Mac OS X” folder.
4.  Double-click “Projection Utility.pkg”. 
  The installer will start.
5.  Click “Next”. 
  “END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT” screen will be displayed.
6.  Read “END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT” and click “Next”. 
  The confirmation window will be displayed
7.  Click “I accept the terms in the license agreement”. 
  Follow the instructions on the installer screens to complete the installation.
TIP:
• Uninstalling a software program
1.  Put the “Projection Utility” folder to the Trash icon.
2.  Put the configuration file of Projection Utility to the Trash icon.
• The configuration file of Projection Utility is located in “/Users//Library/Preferences/jp.ricoh.projection-
Utility.plist”.
 
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