BenQ MS500 MS500 User Manual - Page 46

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 install a new lamp or consult your dealer. An old lamp may cause a malfunction in the projector and in some instances the lamp may explode. Go to http://lamp.benq.com for a replacement lamp. 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 "Indicators" on page 50 for details. The following Lamp warning displays will remind you to change the lamp. Status Install a new lamp for optimal performance. If the projector is normally run with Economic selected (See "Getting to know the lamp hour" on page 45), you may continue to operate the projector until the next hour lamp warning appears. Press MODE/ENTER to dismiss the message. Notice Message Order Replacement Lamp Lamp>XXXX Hours Order a new lamp at lamp.benq.com OK 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 MODE/ENTER to dismiss the message. Notice Replace Lamp Soon Lamp>XXXX Hours Order a new lamp at lamp.benq.com OK Notice Replace Lamp Now Lamp>XXXX Hours Order a new lamp at lamp.benq.com OK The lamp MUST be replaced before the projector will operate normally. Press MODE/ENTER to dismiss the message. WARNING Out of Lamp Usage Time Replace lamp (refer to User Manual) Then reset lamp timer Order a new lamp at lamp.benq.com OK "XXXX" shown in the above messages are numbers that vary depending on different models. 46 Maintenance