BenQ HT5550 User Manual page 40

Timing of replacing the lamp
When the Lamp indicator lights up red or a message appears suggesting it is time to replace the lamp,
please consult your dealer or go to
may cause a malfunction in the projector and in some instances the lamp may explode.
• The apparent brightness of the projected image will vary depending on the ambient lighting conditions, selected
input signal contrast/brightness settings, and is directly proportional to projection distance.
• The lamp brightness will decline over time and may vary within the lamp manufacturers specifications. This is
normal and expected behavior.
• The LAMP indicator light and TEMPerature warning light will light up if the lamp becomes too hot. Turn
the power off and let the projector cool for 45 minutes. If the Lamp or Temp indicator still lights up after turning
the power back on, please contact your dealer. See
The following Lamp warning displays will remind you to change the lamp.
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Lamp hour >XXXX Hours
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Notice
Replace Lamp Soon
Lamp hour > XXXX Hours
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Notice
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Notice
Out of Lamp Usage Time
Replace lamp (refer to user manual)
then reset the lamp timer
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"XXXX" shown in the above messages are numbers that vary depending on different models.
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Replace Lamp Now
Lamp hour > XXXX Hours
before installing a new lamp. An old lamp
Indicators on page
Install a new lamp for optimal performance. If the projector is
normally run with Economic selected (See
the lamp hour on page
projector until the next hour lamp warning appears.
Press OK to dismiss the message.
It is strongly recommended that you replace the lamp at this
age. The lamp is a consumable item. The lamp brightness
diminishes with use. This is normal lamp behavior. You can
replace the lamp whenever you notice that the brightness level
has significantly diminished.
Press OK to dismiss the message.
The lamp MUST be replaced before the projector will operate
normally.
Press OK to dismiss the message.
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