Install a replacement Vivitek D510 projector lamp

Follow this guide to replace the Vivitek D510 projector lamp

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Replacing the projector lamp

When you notice the Power LED flashing 5 times consecutively, your projector lamp is reaching its end of life and needs to be replaced immediately. The Vivitek D510 projector uses the Vivitek 5811116320 projector lamp . Before changing the Vivitek D510 projector lamp:

• Reduce the risk of electrical shock by disconnecting the power cord on the Vivitek D510 projector.
• Reduce the risk of severe burns by allowing the projector to cool for at least 45 minutes.

• Loosen the captive screw holding the lamp cover in place.
• Slide the lamp cover off and place it to one side.

• • Remove the three captive screws holding the lamp cover place.
  • Left the handle up.
  • Disconnect the lamp connectors.

NOTE: The Vivitek 5811116320 projector lamp contains mercury and should not be thrown into regular garbage. Recycle your used lamps!

To finish the installation:

• Take the new Vivitek 5811116320 projector lamp out of its packaging. Lift up the wire handle and gently guide it into the Vivitek D510 projector.
• Take care not to touch the actual bulb as the oil from your fingers can leave a smudge that will burn into a black spot when the projector heats up.
• While installing, align the lamp  module with the connector and ensure it is level. The Vivitek 581111
  must sit securely in the place before tightening the screw.
• Reset the total lamp hour timer.

Resetting the Vivitek D510 Lamp Hour Timer

It’s important to only reset the lamp timer when the projector lamp has been replaced.

Resetting the projector lamp timer without changing the lamp can make it work beyond its recommended hours and cause harm to your Vivitek D510 projector.

• Press the Menu button to open the OSD menu.
• Press left/right arrow keys to move to the Advanced menu.
• Press up/down arrows to move to the Lamp menu.
• Press Enter.
• Using the or up/down arrow keys to move down to the Reset Lamp Timer menu.
• Press Enter.
• A message will appear saying the Lamp Hour has been reset to zero.
• Press the Menu button to return to the main menu.

Extending the life of the projector lamp:

• Keep your air filters clean to avoid overheating the projector.
• Use the Lamp Power option on the Vivitek D510 projector and set to Eco Mode to reduce the amount of power used but extend projector lamp life.
• Learn more with Top tips for extending DLP projector lamp life.