Replacing The Lamp Unit - Panasonic PT-LB75VU Operating Instructions Manual

Care and Replacement

Replacing the Lamp unit

Air filter
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The air filter should be replaced when cleaning is ineffective and when replacing the lamp unit. A replacement
air filter is provided with a replacement lamp unit (ET-LAB80). Contact an Authorized Service Center for the
optional air filter (TXFMZ01VKG7).
Lamp unit
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The lamp unit, ET-LAB80 is consumable and you must replace it regularly. It is recommended that a qualified
technician carry the lamp unit replacement and consult with an Authorized Service Center.
Note on lamp unit replacement
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Handle the lamp unit with special care as it is a glass
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product. Dropping or giving it a shock may cause it
to burst or to be damaged.
If you wish to discard the used lamp, please contact
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your local authorities or dealer and ask for the
correct method of disposal.
Prepare a Phillips-head screwdriver.
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When replacing the lamp unit, be sure to hold it by
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the handle.
Hold the lamp unit horizontally to prevent broken
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pieces from scattering. When the projector is
mounted in the ceiling, do not work directly under the
projector or put your face close to the projector, and pull out the lamp
horizontally.
Note
Prior to replacing the lamp unit, allow it to cool down to prevent the risk of burns, damage and other hazards.
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Remarks
Do not attempt replacement with an unauthorized lamp unit.
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Lamp unit replacement time
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When the lamp is consumed, the brightness may decrease over time. 3 000 hours of use is the replacing
time as a rough guide, and that might be shortened by the usage conditions, characteristics of the lamp unit
or environmental conditions. You can find the duration of usage time by checking LAMP RUNTIME in the
PROJECTOR SETUP menu. Do not use a lamp unit over 3 000 hours. Failure to observe this may result in
explosion of the lamp.
2 800 hours
3 000 hours
Remarks
The guide time, 3 000 hours, is a rough estimate based on certain conditions and is not a guaranteed time.
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ON-SCREEN DISPLAY
REPLACE LAMP
Displays "REPLACE LAMP" on the upper left of the screen
for 30 seconds. If any button is pressed within 30 seconds,
the message disappears.
Displays "REPLACE LAMP" on the upper left of the screen,
and it will stay until you respond. The power is turned off
automatically in 10 minutes.
LAMP indicator
Illuminates red, even in the
standby mode.