Replacing the BenQ 5J.J1Y01.001 projector lamp

Learn how to replace the BenQ 5J.J1Y01.001 projector lamp and which projectors are compatible.

You can expect up to 4000 hours of lamp life with the BenQ 5J.J1Y01.001 projector lamp. Watch for warning signs that your BenQ 5J.J1Y01.001 projector lamp needs to be replaced immediately:

1. The Lamp Replace Indicator on the projector begins to blink.
2. The picture becomes quite dim or the colors look unnatural.
3. Warning messages about replacing the lamp appear on screen.

Authentic projector lamps are crucial

It’s important to purchase a BenQ 5J.J1Y01.001 projector lamp and avoid generic “compatible” lamps. These knock-off lamps have inferior workmanship and are not manufactured with the proper materials to keep your projector working properly.

At first glance generic compatible lamps seem like an incredible bargain. But these so called generic lamps are prone to explosion and have been created using toxic substances such as Krypton-85.

Using a counterfeit generic lamp will also void any warranty for your BenQ SP830/BenQ SP831 projector.

Generic lamps many problems

Learn how to spot a counterfeit lamp and their associated problems:

shorter lamp life than original lamps
toxic materials and carcinogenic parts including Krypton-85
prone to explosions
incompatibility causing damage to the sensitive electronics in your projectors
no guarantee or refunds – you’re on your own to get a refund from the company when you buy from a reseller.

Say yourself the hassle and buy an authentic BenQ 5J.J1Y01.001 projector lamp.

Compatible Projectors

The BenQ 5J.J1Y01.001 is compatible with:

For step-by-step instructions on replacing your BenQ 5J.J1Y01.001 projector lamp, click on your projector listed below:

Click here for step-by-step instructions on how to change the BenQ 5J.J1Y01.001 projector lamp for the BenQ SP830 projector.

Click here for step-by-step instructions on how to change the BenQ 5J.J1Y01.001 projector lamp for the BenQ SP831 projector.

Go green

Looking for the less expensive, eco-friendly option? Want more information? Watch our step-by-step video on replacing only the BenQ 5J.J1Y01.001 bulb instead of the entire projector lamp housing.