Revision to Optoma HD20 Troubleshooting
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| 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. | |
| + | To replace the lens, follow the steps under the link below: |
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| == Overheating == | |
| 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. | |
| + | To remove the air filter, follow the steps under the link below: |
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| === 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 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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| + | To remove the fan, follow the steps under the link below: |
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| + | == Image is Black and White/No Color Displayed == |
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| + | ''Device is projecting black and white image.'' |
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| + | === Broken Color Wheel === |
| - | Check the physical state of the male and female connectors on both the HDMI cable and the projector. If the female port on the projector appears to be physically damaged, it needs to be replaced. |
| + | If the you hear a loud popping noise and then the image suddenly loses color, this is an indication that the color wheel has malfunctioned and needs replacement. |
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| + | To replace the color wheel, follow the steps under the link below: |
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| + | [guide|36559] |
| == Buttons Unresponsive == | |
| Remove the cover of the projector. The ribbon connects the buttons to the circuit board. If the projector was previously dropped it is possible that the connection between the ribbon and circuit board could have become dislodged. Unplug and re-plug the connector. | |
| + | To reach the ribbon, the cover needs to be removed. To remove the cover, follow the steps under the link below: |
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| == Device Won't Turn On/No image displayed == | |
| The light bulb inside the device may be burned out, resulting in no image being displayed. To remedy this a replacement bulb with housing will need to be bought and installed into the device. | |
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| + | To remove the light bulb, follow the steps under the link below: |
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| + | [guide|36074] |
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