User`s guide

Solving Problems 83
If the projector is not working correctly, first turn it off and unplug it.
Then plug the power cord back in and turn on the projector. If this
does not solve the problem, check the status lights on top of the
projector and try the solutions recommended in the following table.
Power
light
Lamp
light
Temperature
light Description
Red Flashing
red
Flashing red There is an internal error in the projector. Turn the projector
off and unplug it. Contact Epson for help. See page 94.
Red Off Flashing red There is a problem with the fan or a sensor. Turn the
projector off and unplug it. Contact Epson for help. See
page 94.
— Flashing
orange
Off Replace the lamp with a new one as soon as possible; see
page 76 for instructions. If you continue to use the lamp,
there is a risk it may break.
Red Flashing
red
Off The air filter needs cleaning; or the lamp is burned out,
broken, or not installed correctly; or the lamp cover is open.
Clean the air filter (see page 73), close the lamp cover, or
replace or reseat the lamp, if necessary, as described on
page 76.
If you are using the projector at an altitude above 1500 m,
turn on High Altitude Mode as the Operation setting in the
Extended menu; see page 62. If these suggestions don’t
work, contact Epson.
Red Off Red The projector has overheated and turned itself off. Let it
cool for about five minutes, then turn it back on. Clean the
air filter and air vents (see page 73). Make sure there is
plenty of space around and under the projector for
ventilation. If it continues to overheat, you may need to
replace the air filter.
Red Off Flashing
orange
The projector is too hot. Make sure the temperature
surrounding the projector does not exceed 35
°C (95 °F) and
there is plenty of space around and under the projector for
ventilation. Clean the air filter and air vents, if necessary.
See page 73 for instructions.
— Off Flashing
green
The air filter usage time has been reached. Clean or replace
the air filter. See page 73 for instructions.
— Off Orange The air filter is not installed securely. Check the installation
(see page 73).