Learn how to install the Optoma BL-FP230A lamp into your compatible Optoma projector.

Before purchasing look for the seal of approval that lets you know you are buying from an authentic manufacturer.

Find this lamp on Amazon from these authorize dealers:

• Optoma BL-FP230A LCD Projector Brand New High Quality Original Projector Bulb
• Optoma BL-FP230A, P-VIP, 230W Projector Lamp (Discontinued by Manufacturer)

6 reasons to buy authentic and avoid generics

• OEM lamps have a longer life than generics
• knock off lamps are created with toxic materials and pose a health threat
• authentic lamps are safer and less likely to explode
• copycat lamps can damage the sensitive electronics in your projectors
• generics don’t come with a guarantee or tech support. Getting a refund can be a hassle.
• your warranty on the Optoma projector will be void if you install a generic lamp.

Protect yourself from buying counterfeit lamps.

Compatible projectors with the Optoma BL-FP230A lamp

The Optoma BL-FP230A lamp is compatible with the:

• Optoma DX608
• Optoma EP747
• Optoma EP747a 
• Optoma EP747H
• Optoma EP747N
• Optoma EP747T
• Optoma EP7475
• Optoma EP7477
• Optoma EP7479

For step-by-step instructions on replacing this lamp, click on your projector listed below:

Click here for step-by-step instructions on how to change the Optoma BL-FP230A lamp for the Optoma DX608 projector.

Click here for step-by-step instructions on how to change the Optoma BL-FP230A lamp for the Optoma EP747 projector.

Click here for step-by-step instructions on how to change the Optoma BL-FP230A  lamp for the Optoma EP747a projector.

Click here for step-by-step instructions on how to change the Optoma BL-FP230A lamp for the Optoma EP747H projector.

Click here for step-by-step instructions on how to change the Optoma BL-FP230A lamp for the Optoma EP747N projector.

Click here for step-by-step instructions on how to change the Optoma BL-FP230A  lamp for the Optoma EP747T projector.

Click here for step-by-step instructions on how to change the Optoma BL-FP230A  lamp for the Optoma EP7475 projector.

Click here for step-by-step instructions on how to change the Optoma BL-FP230A  lamp for the Optoma EP7477  projector.

Click here for step-by-step instructions on how to change the Optoma BL-FP230A lamp for the Optoma EP7479  projector.

Extend the life of the Optoma BL-FP230A lamp:

Extend the life of the newly installed Optoma BL-FP230A lamp with the following tips:

• Keep your air filters clean to avoid overheating the projector.
• Turn off the Optoma projector and let it stand for at least one hour ever 24 hours. An average use of four to five hours per day will ensure longer lamp life.
• Make sure there is enough airflow around the projector particularly if it’s been permanently mounted.
• Set the Brightness Mode to low or Econo Mode to extend lamp life.
• Learn more with Top tips for extending DLP projector lamp life.

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When the Optoma EP747 projector lamp is reaching end of life, you will see the Lamp Replacement message. You have 30 hours or less before the projector shuts down.

If you hear a loud popping sound, the lamp has burnt out and needs to be replaced immediately. The projector will not turn back on until the lamp has been replaced.

FP230A lamp

Learn how to install the Optoma BL-FP230A lamp into your compatible Optoma projector. Before purchasing look for the seal of approval that lets you know you are buying from an authentic manufacturer.

Find this lamp on Amazon from these authorize dealers:

• Optoma BL-FP230A LCD Projector Brand New High Quality Original Projector Bulb
• Optoma BL-FP230A, P-VIP, 230W Projector Lamp (Discontinued by Manufacturer)

To replace the Optoma BL-FP230A lamp

Be sure to buy an authentic an Optoma BL-FP230A lamp for the Optoma EP747 projector. Keep reading to find out why authentic lamps are so important for your projector.

NOTE: The Optoma BL-FP230A projector lamp contains mercury and should not be thrown into regular garbage. Recycle your used lamps! If you bought from an authentic manufacturer they will recycle the lamp for you at no extra cost. Generic manufacturers don’t recycle.

Follow these step-by-step instructions to replace the Optoma BL-FP230A projector lamp:

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. These projectors run using high temperatures and you can burn yourself badly if you don’t allow the projector to cool down.

Disconnect the power cord. Using a screwdriver, remove the screws holding the cover in place. Push the cover up to remove.

Use a screwdriver to remove the two screws holding the lamp module in place.

Slowly put out the old lamp by grabbing the edge of the lamp. Be careful not to bang the lamp against the projector as this may case the bulb to break. Learn what to do if the lamp has exploded inside the projector.

Note: The used Optoma BL-FP230A lamp contains mercury and should not be thrown out with regular garbage. It needs to be properly recycled.

Place the new BL-FP230A (SP.83R01G001) lamp into the Optoma EP747 projector. Tighten the two screws on the lamp. Replace the lamp cover and tighten its two screws.

You must now reset the Lamp Replacement Timer.

Reset the lamp timing on the Optoma EP747

• Press the Menu option on either the remote or on the projector.
• Scroll over the Lamp Setting. Press enter.
• Select Reset Lamp Hours. Press Enter
• The Execute/Cancel command line will appear.
• Scroll over to choose Execute. Press Enter.
• The lamp hours will be reset to zero.

Turn on the Eco Mode to lower power consumption and extend the lamp life by 130%.

Why buy authentic?

There are lots of choices out there on the Internet. Since selling online has few regulations, it’s easy to get duped into buying an inferior knock-off lamp posing as an authentic Optoma BL-FP230A (SP.83R01G001) lamp.

The tell tale sign is a price that seems too good to be true. These counterfeit manufacturers will advertise their lamp as “compatible.” However, it’s anything but compatible.

Why avoid generics:

• generic lamps have a much shorter life so are actually more expensive in the long run
• Krypton-85 and other toxic chemicals are used to create counterfeit lamps
• compatible lamps are more prone to overheat and explode
• copycat manufacturers don’t know how to properly calibrate their lamps to work with the  sensitive electronics in projectors
• copycat manufacturers offer no guarantee or refunds
• the warranty on your Optoma EP747 projector will become void.

Learn how to spot the copycat fake lamps with 7 Ways to Spot a Counterfeit Lamp.

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