Replacing The Lamp Unit - Panasonic PT-LW80NTU Operating Instructions Manual

Care and Replacement

Replacing the Lamp unit

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.
When to replace the Lamp unit
When the lamp is consumed, the brightness may decrease over time. 3 000 hours of use is the replacing
timing as rough guided, 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 OPTION
menu.
Indication
Over 2 800 hours
Over 3 000 hours
NOTE:
• The guide times, 2 800 and 3 000 hours, are rough estimates based on certain conditions and is not a guaranteed time.
• For more information about the lamp unit and its guaranteed time, see the instructions which is provided with the lamp
unit.
• Do not use a lamp unit over 3 000 hours. Failure to observe this may result in explosion of the lamp.
Before replacing the lamp unit
Contact an Authorized Service Center to purchase a replacement lamp unit (ET-LAB80).
Switch off the projector and disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet.
Wait for more than 1 hour and make sure the lamp unit and the surroundings are cooled enough.
Prepare a Phillips-head screwdriver.
When the projector is mounted in the ceiling, do not work directly under the projector or put your face closer
to the projector.
NOTE:
• Prior to replacing the lamp unit, allow it to cool down to prevent the risk of burns, damage and other hazards.
• Do not attempt replacement with an unauthorized lamp unit.
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On screen
REPLACE LAMP
Displays "REPLACE LAMP" on the upper
left of the screen for 30 seconds.
Displays "REPLACE LAMP" on the upper
left of the screen, and it will stay until you
respond. Press any button to clear the
screen.
LAMP indicator
Illuminates red.