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7. Operation
7-7 Projector Lamp (Lamp Unit) Life
It is recommended to replace the projector lamp (lamp unit) promptly to avoid inconveniencing players or other
customers.
The projector lamp (lamp unit) is a consumable part, and may stop lighting up or the brightness may drop
before the lamp reaches the end of its life. The lamp life time noted below is approximate, and is not a
guaranteed value.
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Projector model number: LVP-FD630 (V1)
Lamp life: 5,000 hours
When the lamp reaches the end of its life, the projector stops and the screen goes blank. The game cannot be
operated thereafter until the projector lamp (lamp unit) is replaced. In order to avoid this situation, be sure to
replace the projector lamp (lamp unit) during the “Replacement time” status noted in the table below.
* When the lamp reaches the end of its life, the machine stops even if a customer is currently playing a
game.
Behavior when the power switch is turned on
Status
Lamp operation time
Screen display after the game PC board is started up
Caution urged
3,750 to 4,750 hours
The projector lamp is due for replacement soon.
Replacement time
4,750 to 5,000 hours
Please replace the projector lamp.
Operation not
possible
5,000 hours or more
The screen is blank and the back lamp is lit up red.
(See (2) Projector Errors” on page 90.)
* Until the lamp operation time reaches 5,000 hours, the screen display at game start-up can be skipped until
the next start-up by pressing the missile button or squeezing the machine gun button.
See “8B-6-1 (2) Replacing the Projector Lamp (Lamp Unit)” on page 143 for the replacement procedure.
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Use the lamp that is specified by NAMCO BANDAI Games, Inc. Using a non-specified
lamp may damage the projector unit.
