Runco SC-50D Home Theater System User Manual


 
Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Signature Cinema™ SC-50d/SC-60d Installation/Operation Manual 81
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5.1
Lamp Replacement
The lamp should be replaced when it reaches the end of its life (typically 2,000 hours), or
sooner if a noticeable degradation in brightness occurs.
Keep track of the number of hours the lamp has been in use and be aware of any changes
to brightness. These indicators will help you effectively maintain operation of the projector.
To find out how long the currently-installed lamp has been in service, select Lamp Info.
from the Display Device - Configure menu (available by selecting Service -> Display
Device -> Configure -> Lamp Info, in sequence).
For lamp or filter replacement, please contact your nearest Runco authorized
service center or Runco dealer. Do not attempt to replace the lamp yourself!
1. Turn off the projector and unplug the power cord. Allow the projector to cool down for
approximately 15 minutes prior to removing the lamp assembly for replacement.
2. Remove the four screws securing the Left (Exhaust) Side Panel (see Figure 2-1) to the
projector. Then, remove the panel.
3. To open the lamp compartment cover: Using a Phillips screwdriver, turn the
captive screw on the lamp compartment cover counter-clockwise to access the lamp
compartment (see Figure 5-1).
Figure 5-1. Opening the Lamp Door
4. Remove the old lamp.
a Unscrew the three (3) captive screws securing the lamp using a #1 Phillips
screwdriver.
b Carefully remove the lamp from the projector. Place the old lamp in a location where
it cannot fall or be bumped.
5. Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Handle lamps with extreme caution. Dispose of lamps according to
safety regulations for your area. Discard the lamp using safe
disposal/recycling practices or contact your Runco dealer for a
possible re-lamping program.
Lamp Compartment Cover
Retaining Screw
WARNING