Dell 1200MP projector lamp

Replacing the Dell 1200MP projector lamp is not complicated when you follow our step-by-step instructions.

End of projector lamp warnings

You’ll know it’s time to replace the Dell 1200MP projector lamp when the lamp light on the control panel turns a solid orange.

Replace the projector lamp immediately when the message “Lamp is approaching the end of its useful life in full power operation. Replacement suggested!” appears on the screen.

At times, when the projector lamp has reached its end of life, it may make a loud popping sound just before burning out. The LCD display will show “Lamp Defective” and remain on until the new projector lamp has been installed.

Should the projector lamp explode, learn what to do.

Go with authentic!

The most important thing you can do is to is avoid generics with their much shorter life. Copycat manufacturers also offer no guarantee or refunds. They also create these knock-off lamps without calibrating them properly so they can damage the sensitive optics in your Dell 1200MP projector. There lamps are also a health hazard. Save yourself hassles and protect your Dell 1200MP projector from being damaged, buy Dell 310-7522 projector authentic projector lamps!

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Replacing the projector lamp

Before replacing the Dell 310-7522 projector lamp be sure to turn the projector off and disconnect from the AC plug. Let the projector cool down for at least 30 minutes. It should be cool to the touch. Don’t attempt to change the lamp when the projector is still hot as there is a good chance you can get severely burned.

Place the Dell 1200MP on a soft surface and turn in upside down to access the projector lamp cover. Loose the two screws that hold the projector lamp cover in place.
Loosen the two screws that secure the projector lamp.
Pull the projector lamp up by its metal handle. Pulling too quickly can cause the bulb to shatter. NOTE: Don’t throw the Dell 310-7522 projector lamp into regular garbage! Since it contains mercury, this lamp must be properly recycled.
Install the new Dell 310-7522 projector lamp making sure it is properly aligned into the projector.
Tighten the two screws that secure the Dell 310-7522 projector lamp.
Replace the projector lamp cover and tighten the two screws.
You are now ready to reset the lamp timer.

Resettting the projector lamp counter

The Dell 1200MP projector tracks the life of the Dell 310-7522 projector lamp and will trigger the warning signals when it’s time to replace. Each time you replace the Dell 310-7522 projector lamp you must reset the lamp timer to zero. Failure to do so can result in you using the projector past the optimum lamp life and causing the projector lamp to explode.

To access the Main Menu press the left or right buttons on your projector’s control panel or remote control.
Scroll over the the Management Menu. Press ENTER to access.
Scroll down to the Lamp Reset icon. Press ENTER.
Scroll down to choose YES and reset the projector lamp timer.

Tips for extending Dell 310-7522 projector lamp life:

Choose ECO MODE: Select On to use the projector at the lower power level of 150 Watts, which makes the Dell 1200MP projector operate quieter and with lower light that gives more projector lamp life. Select off to operate at the 300 Watts power level.
Keep your air filters clean to avoid overheating the projector.
Every 24 hours, turn off the projector and let it stand for 1 hour
Make sure there is enough airflow around the Dell 1200MP projector projector particularly if it’s been permanently mounted.
Learn more with Top tips for extending DLP projector lamp life.

Save money and go green

Looking for a green alternative? Try replacing only the projector lamp bulb and re-using the same plastic cage.

Watch this how to video guide to see more.

Emily says:

September 29, 2015 at 1:36 pm

Is there a way to reset the lamp timer without seeing the menu. I just replaced the bulb in my projector, and now every time I turn it on, it powers off before I can get to the menu. Any ideas about what this problem could be?

Shelagh McNally says:
September 30, 2015 at 5:54 pm
Hi Emily,
Your remote control should have a MENU button. Pressing that will bring up the menu on screen. Your projector is turning off because it thinks it is out of lamp time. Turn on the projector, it should give you just enough time to press the remote control MENU button and Scroll down to Management Menu/Lamp Reset and press yes. That should do the trick. You can also try doing a factory reset
The manual can be found here
You may need to contact them to find out the button sequence for resetting the lamp timer through the remote or on the projector.
We have more experts over at our http://www.fixyourdlp.com/forum/. You could join and there maybe someone who knows that sequence.
Good luck. Please let me know how everything works out.
Cheers,
Shelagh
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