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. An old lamp may cause a malfunction in the projector and in some instances the lamp may explode.
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.
Replacing the lamp for BENQ W1070
- To reduce the risk of electrical shock, always turn the projector off and disconnect the power cable before changing the lamp.
- To reduce the risk of severe burns, allow the projector to cool for at least 45 minutes before replacing the lamp.
- To reduce the risk of injuries to fingers and damage to internal components, use caution when removing lamp glass that has shattered into sharp pieces.
- To reduce the risk of injuries to fingers and/or compromising image quality by touching the lens, do not touch the empty lamp compartment when the lamp is removed.
- This lamp for BENQ W1070 contains mercury. Consult your local hazardous waste regulations to dispose of this lamp in a proper manner
Replacement process
- Turn the power off and disconnect the projector from the power outlet. If the lamp is hot, avoid burns by waiting for approximately 45 minutes until the lamp has cooled.
- Loosen the screw that secures the lamp cover on the side of the projector until the lamp cover loosens.
- Remove the lamp cover from the projector.
- Do not turn the power on with the lamp cover removed.
- Do not insert your fingers between the lamp and the projector. The sharp edges inside the projector may cause injuries.
- Loosen the screw that secures the lamp.
- Lift the handle so that it stands up.
- Use the handle to slowly pull the lamp out of the projector.
- Pulling it too quickly may cause the lamp to break and scatter broken glass in the projector.
- Do not place the lamp in locations where water might splash on it, children can reach it, or near flammable materials.
- Do not insert your hands into the projector after the lamp is removed. If you touch the optical components inside, it could cause color unevenness and distortion of the projected images.
- Lower the new lamp for BENQ W1070.
- Tighten the screw that secures the lamp.
- Ensure the handle is fully laid flat and locked in place.
- Loose screw may cause a bad connection, which could result in malfunction.
- Do not over tighten the screw
- Replace the lamp cover on the projector.
- Tighten the screw that secures the lamp cover.
- Loose screw may cause a bad connection, which could result in malfunction.
- Do not over tighten the screw.
- Connect the power and restart the projector.
Resetting the lamp timer
Do not reset the lamp for BENQ W1070 timer if the lamp has not been replaced as this could cause damage.
- After the start-up logo, press MENU/EXIT and then press ← → until the System Setup: Advanced menu is highlighted
- Press ↓to highlight Lamp Settings and press MODE/ENTER.
- The Lamp Settings page displays.
- Highlight Reset Lamp Timer and press MODE/ENTER.
- A warning message displays asking if you want to reset the lamp timer. Highlight Reset and press MODE/ENTER.
- The lamp time will be reset to "0".