Replacing The Lamp - Epson Megaplex MG-50 User Manual

Replacing the Lamp

The projection lamp lasts for up to 4000 hours (in Normal mode) or 5000 hours (in ECO
mode). You can use the
to replace the lamp when:
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The following message appears: "It is time to replace your lamp. Please contact your
Epson projector reseller or visit www.epson.com to purchase."
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The projected image gets darker or starts to deteriorate.
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The projector's lamp light flashes orange and the
P power button and P power light flash.
Note: Lamp life results will vary depending on mode selected,
environmental conditions, and usage.
Tip: Turn off this product when not in use to prolong the life of
the projector.
You can purchase lamp part number V13H010L67 from an authorized Epson reseller. To
find the nearest reseller, please call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). To purchase online,
visit www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales).
Warning: Let the lamp cool fully (about 1 hour) before replacing it. In the unlikely event that the
lamp has broken, small glass fragments may be present and should be removed carefully to avoid
injury.
Caution: Never touch the glass portion of the lamp with your bare hands; the invisible residue left
by the oil on your hands may shorten the lamp life. Use a cloth or glove to handle the new lamp.
Follow these steps to replace the lamp:
1. If the projector is on, press the P power button and wait for the light to stop flashing and
the projector to beep twice.
2. Unplug the power cord and any cables.
3. If using an iPod, remove the iPod and close the dock.
4. Wait about an hour to make sure the lamp is no longer hot.
menu to check how long it's been in use (see page 64). It's time
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