Replacing the Optoma HD141X projector lamp
Replace the Optoma HD141X projector lamp using this guide
With its wide screen format the Optoma HD141X projector is perfect for 3D gaming or HD viewing. The Optoma HD141X projector lamp will need to be changed after 6500 hours of use.
Find this lamp on Amazon:
Optoma BL-FP190E for DW333/S312/S316/X316/W316/DX346/BR323/BR326/HD26/GT1080/HD141X/EH200ST/DH1009
Why buy authentic?
Counterfeit lamps have a variety of problems including:
- much shorter life
- created with toxic chemicals as substitutes
- are more prone to overheat and explode
- not properly calibrated to work with the sensitive electronics
- installing counterfeit lamps voids the guarantee on your Optoma HD141X .
Buy an authentic projector lamp in order to keep your Optoma HD141X projector working properly while protecting your health and safety .
When to replace
When the Optoma HD141X projector lamp life is reaching end of life, you’ll see a warning sign appear on screen.
Replace the lamp immediately when you see this warning signs. Using the lamp beyond its recommended 6500 hours can result in the lamp exploding inside the projector. Watch for these other signs that the Optoma BL-FP190E lamp may be reaching it’s end of life:
- the Lamp LED flashing amber
- poor colour quality
- image has deteriorated
Installing a new projector lamp
Your Optoma HD141X uses the Optoma BL-FP190E projector lamp. Follow these important safety tips before installing a new Optoma BL-FP190E:
- Switch off the power to the projector by pressing the Power/Standby button.
- Allow the projector to cool down for at least 30 minutes. If should be cool to the touch. The Optoma HD141X runs at a high temperature and you can burn yourself badly if you don’t allow the projector to cool down.
- Disconnect the power cord.
Remove the old lamp
- Use a screwdriver to loosen the screw holding the projector lamp cover in place.
- Remove the lamp cover and place to one side. Remove both screws holding the projector lamp in place.
- NOTE: The Optoma BL-FP190E contains mercury and should not be thrown into regular garbage. Recycle this used lamp!
3. Lift the wire handle on the lamp.
4. Press on the both sides then lift up and remove the lamp cord.
5. Unscrew the one screw on the lamp module.
6. Grab the wire handle on the lamp
7. Carefully lift the lamp out of the projector.
Install the new lamp:
- Gently place the Optoma BL-FP190E into the Optoma HD141X projector making sure not to touch the actual bulb. Oil from your fingers will burn black spots onto the lamp when it heats up.
- Tighten the Optoma BL-FP190E lamp screw.
- Connect the lamp cord.
- Put the wire handle in place.
- Close the lid. Tighten the cover screw.
- You are now ready to reset the lamp timer.
Reset the Optoma HD141X projector lamp timer
Your Optoma HD141X comes equipped with an automatic projector lamp timer that tracks the number of hours left for the Optoma BL-FP190E lamp. Each time you change the lamp you need to reset the lamp timer. Failure to do so may cause the projector to use the lamp over the recommended period of time resulting in the lamp exploding.
To reset the lamp timer:
- Press MENU
- Select OPTIONS
- Select Lamp Settings
- Select Lamp Reset
- Select Yes
i need projector Model ,as i have the projector but written on it is in china,the regulatorey number given on the projector sticker is VDHDNL,can you advise the projector model for this & lamp model .
thanks .
Hi Ashgar,
This is an Optoma HD14X projector with the VDHDNL series. It needs the Optoma BL-FP190E projector lamp. This guide will show you how to replace that lamp. Good luck.
Regards,
Shelagh
I have done all the steps but there is no light coming out of the projector. Is there something else that might need to be replaced?
It starts up just fine and I have to double click the power button to turn it off. There are no signals that there is anything wrong. The original bulb had popped after almost 4 years. Thanks for any help.
Hi Daniel,
When you say the lamp popped did it explode inside? Where there any glass shards found inside the projector? You may need to clean inside. Check your air filters. Did you reset the lamp timer as well? If it’s not reset to zero then the projector will turn on and then off. If the lamp did explode it may have hurt the color wheel or ballast. Do you hear any clicking noises when you turn on the projector? This indicates they may have been damaged when the lamp exploded. I would suggest cleaning the air filter, checking for any glass and then resetting the lamp timer. If this doesn’t work them bring it to a technician. If the color wheel or ballast are damaged it’s sometimes cheaper to buy a new projector. Sorry for the bad news.
Regards,
Shelagh
Installed new lamp. Can see it start to come on then I hear a high pitch noise, and it shuts back off, then the fan will go for a bit then the lamp will shine and change colors. I hear the high pitch noise again.. Then the system shuts down, and the bulb light comes back on.
Hi Paul,
This could be a couple of things: t
he colorwheel is stuck.
the bearings are starting to go
excessive dust and heat are trapped inside the projector.
I would try cleaning the air filters and checking inside for any dust in the projector.
If none of these work, then you will need to put the projector in for repairs.
Regards,
Shelagh
Hi all,
I’m struggling with my Optoma HD141X.
One month ago the lamp suddenly exploded in the projector.
I cleaned all the dust and the shattered glass and then I replaced the lamp.
All the fans seems to work properly but every time I try to switch on the projector it shuts down after few seconds.
Do you have any advice?
Hi Lello,
The first thing to check is that you reset the lamp timer after replacing the lamp. If this has not been reset to zero the projector will think the lamp is still damaged and not turn on. Next you can try reinstalling the lamp to make sure all the connections are secure. Where did you buy your lamp? if it was on the Internet and was selling at a very low price, then chances are the lamp is counterfeit and not calibrated properly for your projector. If that is the case then you will need to return the lamp for a refund and then purchase at OEM lamp. If not of the above works then your colour wheel and ballast may have been damaged when the lamp exploded. You will have to take it in for service with a technician if this is the cause. Good luck.
Regards,
Shelagh
Hi Shelagh,
thank you very much for the advice!!
The lamp I’m using is this one:
https://www.amazon.it/gp/product/B01MS5V252/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
and actually I do not trust it 100%.
There is anythink I can try in order to understand if the lamp is working properly ?
And I do not know how to reset the timer if it cannot stay on for more then 10 seconds I’m not even able to enter the menu’.
There is any trick about?
Regars,
Lello.
Hi Antonio,
The most obvious way to tell about the lamp is the price and where you bought it. Many lamps on Amazon are counterfeit. The usual price for this lamp is $99 so that is a low price. It may very well be a counterfeit. We have a series of articles on how to spot counterfeits:
http://www.fixyourdlp.com/2018/07/28/ignition-and-connections-in-authentic-projector-lamps/
http://www.fixyourdlp.com/2018/07/16/front_glass_air_gaps_coating_-authentic_projector_lamps/
http://www.fixyourdlp.com/2018/07/09/arc-distance-wattage-reflector-size-in-projector-lamps/
http://www.fixyourdlp.com/2011/12/02/7-tips-for-spotting-counterfeits/
Ask for a refund if this does turn out to be a scam.
Please let me know how everything turns out.
Good luck,
Shelagh
Hi thanks for the input. I changed the bulb with a OEM bulb after trying the knock off. When I had the knock off in it the bulb only lasted a month. I then heard a loud windy noise and it shut off. It didn’t explode or anything. I opened it up and cleaned everything besides the color wheel. The blue light will turn on but when I click it on the 2 red lights come on the power and bulb. Do you know what it might be? I have the same one as above. Hd141x
Hi Shawn,
First check the fans are working and that the filters are not blocked. It might be time to replace the filter itself. You can try taking them to see if they are dirty. Both red lamps at the same time indicates that the fan and the lamp are both not functioning. But there is a possibility that the knock off bulb damaged your color wheel and ballast. Try cleaning or replacing the filter, re-installing the lamp and resetting the lamp timer. if that doesn’t restart the projector you will need a service technician. You can read the manual online at http://static.optoma.co.uk/uploads/manuals/HD36-M-en.pdf.
Regards,
Shelagh
Projector stopped working with a blinking lamp light. Replaced the bulb, but same problem persists – fan will come on and I hear some clicking but then it shuts itself off. Is it possible the ballast is bad? If so, is that replaceable?
Hi Pat,
Did you reset the lamp timer? if that wasn’t done the projector will shut itself off. The clicking sound could also be the lamp not connected properly. A bad ballast will give you pixelated images but not necessarily a clicking noise. It’s most likely the lamp. If it was bought on Amazon it may be a counterfeit lamp with parts that are not properly manufactured. These lamps often give off a clicking sound.
Regards,
Shelagh
Hi, my Optoma HD141X just randomly shut off and the lamp error and power indicators are solid red. Not sure what this means? I can turn it off and back on and it runs fine for a little while and then shuts off the same way again. Menu indicates that I only have 763 hours on it… Anyone know what this error is, the manual doesn’t include this error.
Hi Ryan,
It could be a number of things. Have you checked the air filters to make sure they are not clogged. If air can’t circulate due to blocked filters, the projector will overheat and shut down to self protect. The lamp hours is only an estimate and the lamp may have died before the estimated hours. You could try replacing the lamp and see if this solves the problem. It’s the easiest solution. Otherwise, you need to start looking at the color wheel ballast as this may be damaged. Try the air filters and new lamp first. Hope this helps.
Regards,
Shelagh