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220-1201 · Question #221

A technician needs to prepare a conference room for a meeting. The technician connects the laptop to the LCD projector and audio system, and then verifies the connectivity of each device. The…

The correct answer is E. Clean or replace the filter. Overheating is a common cause of projectors shutting down after extended use. A clogged air filter can cause overheating, resulting in intermittent shutdowns.

Submitted by khalil_dz· Mar 30, 2026Hardware and network troubleshooting

Question

A technician needs to prepare a conference room for a meeting. The technician connects the laptop to the LCD projector and audio system, and then verifies the connectivity of each device. The meeting begins, but the visual presentation suddenly cuts off 30 minutes later. The audio continues to play without interruption. The technician brings in a backup laptop and connects it to the projector. The meeting continues without issue for 15 minutes until the presentation suddenly cuts off again. Which of the following should the technician do to resolve this issue?

Options

  • ACheck the laptop's audio output
  • BVerify the input source
  • CExamine the display for burn-in
  • DInspect the cables for damage
  • EClean or replace the filter

How the community answered

(30 responses)
  • A
    10% (3)
  • B
    3% (1)
  • C
    17% (5)
  • D
    7% (2)
  • E
    63% (19)

Explanation

Overheating is a common cause of projectors shutting down after extended use. A clogged air filter can cause overheating, resulting in intermittent shutdowns.

Topics

#projector troubleshooting#thermal shutdown#filter maintenance#intermittent display failure

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