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Lamp
■ It is recommended that the lamp units (optional: AN-PH50LP1 and AN-PH50LP2) be replaced when the
remaining lamp life becomes 5% or less, or when you notice a significant deterioration in the picture
and color quality. The lamp life (percentage) can be checked with the on-screen display. See page 83.
and color quality. The lamp life (percentage) can be checked with the on-screen display. See page 83.
■ Purchase a replacement lamp unit of type AN-PH50LP1 and AN-PH50LP2 from your place of pur-
chase, nearest Sharp Authorized Projector Dealer or Service Center.
IMPORTANT NOTE TO U.S. CUSTOMERS:
The lamp included with this projector is backed by a 90-day parts and labor limited warranty. All service
of this projector under warranty, including lamp replacement, must be obtained through a Sharp Autho-
rized Projector Dealer or Service Center. For the name of the nearest Sharp Authorized Projector Dealer
or Service Center, please call toll-free: 1-888-GO-SHARP (1-888-467-4277).
The lamp included with this projector is backed by a 90-day parts and labor limited warranty. All service
of this projector under warranty, including lamp replacement, must be obtained through a Sharp Autho-
rized Projector Dealer or Service Center. For the name of the nearest Sharp Authorized Projector Dealer
or Service Center, please call toll-free: 1-888-GO-SHARP (1-888-467-4277).
Hg LAMP CONTAINS MERCURY For State Lamp Disposal Information
www.lamprecycle.org or 1-800-BE-SHARP
www.lamprecycle.org or 1-800-BE-SHARP
Caution Concerning the Lamp
■ This projector utilizes a pressurized mercury lamp. A loud sound may indicate lamp failure. Lamp
failure can be attributed to numerous sources such as: excessive shock, improper cooling, surface
scratches or deterioration of the lamp due to a lapse of usage time.
The period of time up to failure largely varies depending on the individual lamp and/or the condition
and the frequency of use. It is important to note that failure can often result in the bulb cracking.
scratches or deterioration of the lamp due to a lapse of usage time.
The period of time up to failure largely varies depending on the individual lamp and/or the condition
and the frequency of use. It is important to note that failure can often result in the bulb cracking.
■ When the lamp replacement indicator and on-screen display icon are illuminated, it is recommended
that the lamp be replaced with a new one immediately, even if the lamp appears to be operating
normally.
normally.
■ Should the lamp break, the glass particles may spread inside the lamp cage or gas contained in the
lamp may be vented into the room from the exhaust vent. Because the gas in this lamp includes
mercury, ventilate the room well if the lamp breaks and avoid all exposure to the released gas. In
case of exposure to the gas, consult a doctor as soon as possible.
mercury, ventilate the room well if the lamp breaks and avoid all exposure to the released gas. In
case of exposure to the gas, consult a doctor as soon as possible.
■ Should the lamp break, there is also a possibility that glass particles may spread inside of the
projector. In such a case, it is recommended you contact your nearest Sharp Authorized Projector
Dealer or Service Center to assure safe operation.
Dealer or Service Center to assure safe operation.
Replacing the Lamp
Caution
• Do not remove the lamp unit from the projector right after use. The lamp will be very hot and may cause burn
or injury.
• Wait at least one hour after the power cord is disconnected to allow the surface of the lamp unit to fully cool
before removing the lamp unit.
■ Carefully change the lamp by following the instructions described in this section. *If you wish, you
may have the lamp replaced at your nearest Sharp Authorized Projector Dealer or Service Center.
* If the new lamp does not illuminate after replacement, take your projector to the nearest Sharp Authorized
Projector Dealer or Service Center for repair.
Regarding the Lamp
U.S.A. ONLY
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Regarding the Lamp
Optional
accessories
Lamp unit 1
AN-PH50LP1
AN-PH50LP1
Removing and Installing
the Lamp Unit
the Lamp Unit
Info
• Ensure the lamp unit is removed using the
handle. Ensure the glass surface of the
lamp unit or the inside of the projector are
not touched.
lamp unit or the inside of the projector are
not touched.
• To avoid injury to yourself and damage to
the lamp, ensure to carefully follow the
steps below.
steps below.
• Do not loosen other screws except for the
lamp unit cover and lamp unit.
1
Press
on the projector or
on the remote control to put
the projector into standby mode.
• Wait until the cooling fan stops.
Warning!
• Do not remove the lamp unit from the
projector right after use. The lamp and
parts around the lamp will be very hot
and may cause burn or injury.
parts around the lamp will be very hot
and may cause burn or injury.
2
Disconnect the power cord.
• Unplug the power cord from the AC
socket.
• Leave the lamp until it has fully cooled
down (about 1 hour).
3
Remove the lamp unit cover.
• Loosen the user service screw (1) that
secures the lamp unit cover. Remove the
lamp unit cover (2).
lamp unit cover (2).
STANDBY button
Power cord
1
2
User service screw
Lamp unit 2
AN-PH50LP2
AN-PH50LP2
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Remove the lamp unit.
• Loosen the securing screws (two for
each lamp) from the lamp unit. Hold the
lamp unit by the handle and pull it in the
direction of the arrow. At this time, keep
the lamp unit horizontal and do not tilt it.
lamp unit by the handle and pull it in the
direction of the arrow. At this time, keep
the lamp unit horizontal and do not tilt it.
5
Insert the new lamp unit.
• Press the lamp unit firmly into the lamp
unit compartment. Fasten the securing
screws.
screws.
• Be sure that AN-PH50LP1 and AN-
PH50LP2 are respective type.
6
Replace the lamp unit cover.
• Align the lamp unit cover and slide it to
close. Then tighten the user service
screw to secure the lamp unit cover.
screw to secure the lamp unit cover.
Info
• If the lamp unit and lamp unit cover are not
correctly installed, the power will not turn
on, even if the power cord is connected to
the projector.
on, even if the power cord is connected to
the projector.
Securing screws
Handle
Compartment for
AN-PH50LP1
AN-PH50LP1
Compartment for
AN-PH50LP2
AN-PH50LP2
AN-PH50LP2
AN-PH50LP1
User service screw
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To AC socket
Power cord
ON button
ENTER button
MENU button
H&V LENS
SHIFT
button
SHIFT
button
Resetting the Lamp Timer
Reset the lamp timer after replacing the lamp.
Info
• Make sure to reset the lamp timer only
when replacing the lamp. If you reset the
lamp timer and continue to use the same
lamp, this may cause the lamp to become
damaged or explode.
lamp timer and continue to use the same
lamp, this may cause the lamp to become
damaged or explode.
1
Connect the power cord.
• Plug the power cord into the AC socket
of the projector.
2
Reset the lamp timer.
For Lamp 1
• When you reset the timer for AN-
PH50LP1, while simultaneously holding
down
and
, press
on the
projector.
• “LAMP 1 100%” is displayed, indicating
that the lamp timer is reset.
For Lamp 2
• When you reset the timer for AN-
PH50LP2, while simultaneously holding
down
and
, press
on the
projector.
• “LAMP 2 100%” is displayed, indicating
that the lamp timer is reset.
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