Compaq IPAQ Microportable Projector MP3800 Users Guide

Care and Maintenance
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Replacing the Projector Lamp Module
ÅWARNING: When the lamp reaches its end of life, it may pop or 
rupture. To reduce the risk of personal injury, be careful when removing 
the lamp cover as broken glass may be present. Never open the lamp 
cover while the projector is operating or when the lamp is hot.
The projector will alert you when the lamp approaches its failure 
mode or end of life. When the message “Lamp May Fail...

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3. Disconnect the power cord.
4. Use a coin to remove the screw 
1 from the lamp cover.
5. Remove the cover 
2.
ÅWARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, do not drop the lamp 
module or touch the glass bulb. The glass may shatter and cause an 
injury if it is dropped.
Reverse the previous steps to replace the lamp module.
ÅWARNING: The lamp contains < 0.125% mercury by weight. If the 
projection lamp breaks, the...

Care and Maintenance
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After the lamp module has been replaced, reset the lamp hours in 
the on-screen display menu to prevent the “Lamp May Fail Soon. 
Replacement Suggested” message from appearing again. To reset 
the lamp hours:
1. Be sure the projector is turned off.
2. Make sure all connections except the power cable are 
disconnected.
3. Press and hold the 
Menu button on top of the projector while 
turning the projector on.
4. Connect the...

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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
Problem Solutions
Image does not appear on the 
projection screen.1. Make sure the projector is 
powered on.
2. Ensure the lens cap has been 
removed.
3. Press the 
Power/Standby button 
again.
4. Ensure that the power cable is 
securely connected.
5. Ensure the pins on the connectors 
are not crooked or broken.
6. Turn off or disable the notebook or 
desktop computer screen saver 
function.
7. Ensure the...

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Scrolling, cut-off, or incorrect 
image displayed.1. Press the Resync button.
2. Turn everything off, then power on 
the projector first and power on the 
notebook or desktop computer 
second.
3. If the above steps do not correct the 
display image, adjust the resolution 
of the notebook or desktop computer 
to 1024 x 768.
4. Access the OSD and ensure the 
Zoom mode is set to 1. For more 
information on using the OSD, refer 
to...

Troubleshooting
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Notebook computer or iPAQ 
Pocket PC screen is not displaying 
the presentation.Notebook computer:
Most notebook computers have a monitor 
loop-through or simultaneous viewing 
function. Press the 
Fn + F4 function keys 
on the notebook computer to switch the 
image from the notebook screen to the 
projection screen or to toggle through the 
following three options:
1. LCD: Output displays only on the 
notebook screen.
2. CRT:...

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Image is out of focus. 1. Adjust the Focus Ring on the 
projection lens.
2. Make sure the projection screen is 
within the required distance (3.7 to 
40.7 feet, 1.1 to 12.4 meters) from 
the projector.
3. Check the projection lens to see if it 
needs cleaning. Follow the “Cleaning 
the Lens” procedure in Chapter 7 to 
clean the lens.
Projected colors do not match 
computer or camcorder color.1. Adjust the Brightness, Contrast, or...

Troubleshooting
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Only the Compaq startup screen 
displays.1. Check that the cables are connected 
securely.
2. Verify that the proper input source is 
connected.
3. Make sure your notebook 
computer’s external video port is 
activated.
A blue screen displays on the 
projection screen when a 
videocassette recorder, DVD 
player, or other video source is 
connected to the projector.1. Check the Play or TV/Video buttons 
on the video source.
2. If...

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Lamp burns out or makes a 
popping sound.When the lamp reaches its end of life, it 
will burn out and may make a loud 
popping sound. If this happens, the 
projector will not turn back on until the 
lamp module has been replaced. Contact 
your local Compaq authorized dealer, 
seller, or reseller to purchase a 
replacement lamp module. To replace the 
lamp, follow the procedures in the 
“Replacing the Projector Lamp Module”...

Troubleshooting
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Remote control does not operate. 1. Ensure the remote control is pointed 
at the sensor and is within 21.0 feet 
(6.4 meters) of the projector.
2. The battery may need to be 
replaced.
3. Verify that the battery is installed 
properly.
Compatibility issues with 
equipment attached to the 
projector.Contact your Compaq authorized service 
provider or call Compaq Customer 
Support for help. Refer to the 
Worldwide 
Telephone...