Revision to Optoma HD20 Troubleshooting
| === Burning/meltdown of internal lens === | |
| - | This occurrence is easily diagnosed as it is often accompanied by the smell of burning plastic. The lens will have a distinct black melted spot. This problem |
| + | This occurrence is easily diagnosed as it is often accompanied by the smell of burning plastic. The lens will have a distinct black melted spot. This problem is common when the device overheats. Since the burnt spot of the lens is permanent, the lens will need to be replaced to restore proper picture quality. |
| == Overheating == | |
| - | ''Device may |
| + | ''Device may become very hot causing malfunctions to occur when running the device.'' |
| === Fan is clogged/dirty === | |
| === Clogged air filter === | |
| - | The filter may be clogged with dirt/ dust and need to be wiped down to clean out so it filters correctly. If this is not remedied the projector will start to overheat causing problems for the device. |
| + | The filter may be clogged with dirt/ dust and need to be wiped down to clean out so it filters correctly. A faulty air filter will cause dirt and other particles to build up on other parts on the inside of the device. If this is not remedied, the projector will start to overheat causing problems for the device. |
| === Fan is broken === | |
| - | If when the device is powered on and fan does not start to run it may mean the fan is broken. This |
| + | If when the device is powered on and fan does not start to run it may mean the fan is broken. This problem should be checked out immediately. A broken fan will cause the device to overheat quickly and could cause lens or bulb damage to the device, which is very expensive to replace. The device will need to be taken apart and have the fan be replaced. |
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