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Question posted by jillmead on April 19th, 2012

What Does Thermal Break Status Error Mean

At random intervals, projector switches off and Projector power and lamp lights flashing 4 times each in rotation - manual indicated thermal break status error. If I switch it off and back on again, it works fine. What does this mean, and how do I fix it?

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Answer #1: Posted by OptomaUSA on June 20th, 2012 9:52 AM
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Please call our customer service team at 888-289-6786 and we'd be happy to troubleshoot this issue with you.

 

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User Manual - Page 1

...Projector...13 Connect to Computer / Notebook...13 Connect to Video Sources...14 Powering On / Off the Projector 15 Powering On the Projector...15 Powering Off the Projector...16 Warning Indicator...16 Adjusting the Projected Image 17 Adjusting the Projector......47 Projector Status Indication...48 Remote Control Problems...49 Audio Problems...49 Replacing the Lamp...50 Cleaning the Projector...52 ...
User Manual - Page 2

.... DANGEROUS HIGH VOLTAGES ARE PRESENT INSIDE THE ENCLOSURE. Usage Notice Safety Information The lightning flash with arrow head within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the ...Keep these instructions -before using this projector near any heat sources, such as : r Power supply cord or plug is damaged. For example, do not expose the projector to rain or moisture. Do not ...
User Manual - Page 3

... not be referred to an authorized service center near you to dangerous voltages or other hazards. Please call Optoma to service this projector yourself. Opening or removing covers may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. 9. Usage Notice Do ...
User Manual - Page 4

... eyes, do not point the laser beam into the projector's lens when the lamp is in this user's guide. ▀■ Warning - Please contact your eyes. ▀■ Warning - When switching the projector off, please ensure the cooling cycle has been completed before disconnecting the power. Precautions Please follow all replacement instructions. To reduce the...
User Manual - Page 6

... line of light at the projector lamp. Usage Notice Eye Safety Warnings ▀■ Avoid staring directly into the projector's beam of sight from the screen to stare at all times. ▀■... ceiling-mounting the projector rather than placing it on the screen. ▀■ In order to minimize the lamp power needed, use room blinds to reduce ambient light levels.  English 
User Manual - Page 7

... control u User friendly multilingual On Screen Menu u Advanced digital keystone correction and high qual- Introduction Product Features This product is a single chip 0.55" DLP® projector.
User Manual - Page 8

...Power Cord 1.8m VGA Cable 1.8m USB Cable 1.8m (XGA series only for EMEA region) v Due to make sure your dealer immediately if anything is complete. Introduction Package Overview This projector... comes with lens cap Zoom Series/Fix Zoom Series Focus L R Page+ Page- Carrying Case (optional) RGB to Component Adapter (optional) Documentation: þ User's Manual þ...
User Manual - Page 13

tions for each country, some regions may have different accessories. 1. Audio-in applica- VGA Cable 5. USB Cable 3. Installation Connecting the Projector Connect to Computer / Notebook 23 4 5 v Due to the difference 1 in (RCA Type cable) 4. RS-232 Cable 13 English Power Cord 2.
User Manual - Page 15

.... Turn on the lamp by pressing Power either on the top of the projector or on the projector first and then select the signal sources. Turn on the remote control to switch between inputs. . Temp Lamp Power Power LED Menu AV-Mute Power 2 Power ZoFoocmus 1 Lens Cap 15 English v If you connect multiple sources at the same time, press the "Source...
User Manual - Page 17

... the display angle. Use screw in foot w to fine-tune the display angle. 3 1 2 17 English Lower the image, then release the button to lock the elevator foot into position. 3. Installation Adjusting the Projected Image Adjusting the Projector's Height The projector is equipped with elevator foot for adjusting the image height. Press the elevator...
User Manual - Page 18

To focus the image, rotate the focus ring until the image is clear. Hd Min. Min. (WxH) Max. The projector will focus at distances from 3.28 to 38.7 feet (1 to zoom in or out. Min. Distance 25.5" (64.8cm) 22.8" (57.9cm) 20.4" x 15.3" 51.8 x ...
User Manual - Page 19

To focus the image, rotate the focus ring until the image is fixed and does not provide a zoom function. Installation Adjusting the Focus (Fixed Zoom Series) The Fixed Zoom Series' lens is clear. The projector will focus at distances from 4.9 to 40 feet (1.5 to 12.2 meters). Adjusting Projection Image Size Diagonal Width Height...
User Manual - Page 20

... projector's temperature status. Adjust the image Keystone negatively. Power Refer to launch the on-screen display (OSD) menu. Power LED Indicate the projector's status. Menu Press Menu to the "Power On/Off the Projector" section on the audio and video. To exit OSD, Press Menu again. Keystone + Enter Re-Sync . . Lamp LED Indicate the projector's lamp status...
User Manual - Page 21

... to activate the laser pointer. Laser Aim the remote at the viewing screen, press and hold this button to the "Power On/Off the Projector" section on page 15. R Button Mouse right click. Source Press Source to page up. Page + Use this button to connect your item selection. Brightness Adjust ...
User Manual - Page 23

... displayed, use ◄► keys to be adjusted in the main menu. Use ▲▼ keys to operate 1. User Controls On-screen Display Menus The Projector has multilingual On-screen Display menus that allow you to enter sub menu. 3. Select the next item to select any item in the sub menu...
User Manual - Page 40

...-only the current source is recognized as an input source. Information Hide Suppress informational messages on the projected screen. 4 On-no status messages appear on screen during operation. 4 Off- status messages appear as normal on screen during operation. English 40 High Altitude Adjust the fan speed to reflect the environment. 4 On-increases...
User Manual - Page 42

... when AC power is displayed 60 seconds before power off. The projector powers off the lamp after the specified time period of inactivity (regardless of no signal by default. Sleep Timer Set the Sleep Timer interval. Auto Power Off Set the Auto Power Off interval. User Controls Options | Advanced Direct Power On Enable or disable Direct Power On. 4 On-the projector powers on as...
User Manual - Page 47

... is not 4 Press [Keystone +/-] button until the lamp module has been replaced. To replace the lamp, follow the procedures in projector OSD. If you will not turn off the projector, then unplug the power cord and wait at least 60 seconds before reconnecting power. v Use of the projector. 4 Move the projector closer to or further from the OSD...
User Manual - Page 48

Appendices Projector Status Indication Message Over Temp Lamp Fail Thermal Break Status Error Lamp Door Sensor Detect High DMD Error Color Wheel Error Fan 1 error (Lamp Fan Fan 2 error (Power Fan) Fan 3 error (Blower Fan) Power LED (Green) O O 4 7 8 9 6 6 6 Lamp LED (Red) O 4 O O O 1 2 3 Temp LED (Red) O O O O O O O O Steady light � No light � English 48
User Manual - Page 58

...projector automatically 232 ASCII Code HEX Code Function Projector Return Description when Standby/Warming/Cooling/Out of Range/Lamp fail INFOn n : 0/1/2/3/4 = Standby/Warming/Cooling/Out of Range/Lamp fail READ from projector 232 ASCII Code HEX Code Function Projector...34 20 31 0D Power State OKn n: 0/1=Off... a : 0/1=Off/On bbbb: Lamp Hour c: source 0/1/2/3= None/VGA/S-...

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