About Us - Page 63 of 171 - DLP Lamp Guide - LCD and DLP Repair Tips - Fix Your DLP

Installing a new Optoma DS317 projector lamp

Shelagh McNallyPosted on January 15, 2014 Posted in FixYourDLP, Projector Lamp Replacement Guides — No Comments ↓

No need to stress over installing a new Optoma DS317 projector lamp. Use our easy to follow step-by-step guide!

Warning signs

These warning signs mean the Optoma DS317 projector lamp is approaching end of life:

a warning sign on screen saying the lamp is approaching end of life
A screen that is gradually dimming or deteriorating.
Colour in the image appears dark or off colour.
Lamp light flashing a steady orange.

Buy the right projector lamp!

Be ready to replace the lamp by buying your replacement beforehand. Save yourself hassles and keep your projector working properly by using an authentic Optoma BL-FP180D (DE.5811116037-S) lamp. Look for the seal of approval to be sure you’re getting an authentic lamp.

6 reasons NOT to buy generic lamps:

inferior workmanship translates to an inferior product which damages your projector
generics can’t last the full 3000 hours and this means you actually spend more money in the long run.
improperly calibrated so generics don’t work properly and can seriously damage the optics in your Optoma DS317
present a health hazard due to their toxic materials including Krypton-85.
installing a generic lamp will void the warranty on the Optoma DS317
offer no guarantee, technical or customer service even after the lamp has been purchased. This can result is serious headaches for you.

Buy this lamp on Amazon sold by these authorized dealers:

- - Optoma BL-FP180D Projector Assembly with High Quality Original Bulb Inside
  - Optoma BL-FP180D, P-VIP, 180W Projector Lamp

<br>

How to replace the Optoma BL-FP180D

Follow these important safety steps before installing a new Optoma BL-FU180A (SP.82G01.001) projector lamp:

The used Optoma BL-FP180D (DE.5811116037-S) projector lamp contains mercury and should be properly recycled. Don’t throw it into regular garbage.
Disconnect the power cord.
Switch off the power to the Optoma DS317 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.

The lamp cover is located underneath the Optoma DS317 so place it on soft before turning it over. Remove the two captive screws from the cover.

Lift the cover up off the Optoma DS317 and place it to one side. You’ll need to re-install the cover after the new projector lamp has been installed or the projector will not turn on.

Use a screwdriver to remove the two screws holding the Optoma BL-FU180A (SP.82G01.001) projector lamp module in place.

Lift up the wire handle and slowly put out the old Optoma BL-FU180A projector lamp. Be careful not to bang the projector lamp against the projector as this may case the bulb to break. Learn what to do if the lamp breaks inside the projector. Be sure to properly recycled since this lamp as it contains mercury.

Take the new Optoma BL-FU180A (SP.82G01.001) projector lamp out of its package. Gently place it into the Optoma DS317 projector.

Tighten the two screws on the projector 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 DS317

TheOptoma DS317 projector has an automatic projector lamp reset timer that tracks the life of the lamp and triggers the lamp replacement warning. You need to reset the timer each time the lamp is replaced.

To reset:

Press MENU on either the remote or on the projector to launch the on-screen display (OSD) menu.
Scroll over the OPTIONS field.
Scroll down to Select Lamp Reset.
A confirmation screen displays.
Select Yes to reset the lamp counter to zero.
Press MENU to exit the menu.

Make the Optoma BL-FU180A (SP.82G01.001) procjector lamp last longer

Adjusting the Brightness Mode on the Optoma DS317 projector will make the projector lamp last longer.

Press MENU on either the remote or on the projector to launch the on-screen display (OSD) menu.
Scroll over the OPTIONS field.
Scroll down to Lamp Brightness Mode.
Bright is the default setting
STD lower brightness setting to conserve lamp life.

Other tips:

Keep your air filters clean to avoid overheating the projector.
Turn off the Optoma DS317 projector and let it stand for at least one hour ever 24 hours.
Make sure there is enough airflow around the projector particularly if it’s been permanently mounted.
Top tips for extending DLP projector lamp life

Tagged with: authentic Optoma lamps, Optoma BL-FP180D, Optoma BL-FP180D (DE.5811116037-S) lamp, Optoma DS317 projector

Using the menus on the Epson Home Cinema 8350 projector

Shelagh McNallyPosted on January 14, 2014 Posted in FixYourDLP, Projector Lamp Replacement Guides — No Comments ↓

The Epson Home Cinema 8350 projector menus

With a 50,000:1 contrast ratio, the Epson Home Cinema 8350 projector is the one for big-screen entertainment at home.Whether you are watching movies or sports or playing video games, images leap off the screen.

The Epson Home Cinema 8350 projector is easy to use and maintain.The on-screen menu can be used to make adjustments to the image brightness, contrast, sharpness, and color detail. Use the Menu to reset settings, change displays, set sleep mode settings, and other projector features.

Using the Menu System

Access the menu system from either the remote control or buttons on the projector’s control panel. You can access either the Full Menu or a Line Menu to change a specific setting. You also have the option to change the Menu language or how the Menu displays.

To check the effects of your image adjustments, press Blank on the remote control while a menu is being displayed. The menu will disappear and you can see the changes you are making. Press Blank again to bring back the Menu.

Using the full menu

To display the full menu, press the Menu button on the projector or remote control to bring up the full Menu. To select settings:

Press the up or down button to highlight a main menu option and access the submenu: Image, Signal, Settings, Memory, Info or Reset.
Press the Enter button to select your option.
Press the up or down button to highlight a setting.
Press the Enter button.
Press the up or down or the left or right button to change settings as necessary. You may have to press the Enter button to confirm your choice.

When you’re finished, press the Esc button to return to the previous menu or press the Menu button to exit the entire menu system.

Using the line menu

To display one of the line menus, press the Enter button. 1. Press the up or down button to select the setting you want to adjust:

Brightness
Contrast
Sharpness
Color Saturation
Tint
Absolute Color Temperature
Skin Tone

2. Press the left or right button to adjust the setting.
3. Press the Menu or Esc button to close the line menu when you’re done.
Note: When a line menu is displayed, you can press Default on the remote control to reset to the original factory setting.

Changing How the Menu Display

Use these options to control how the menus display.

Language: Select from 21 languages to use in the menu system.
Menu Position: Use the arrow buttons to choose a position on the screen for displaying the menu.
Menu Color: Select a color scheme for displaying the menus.

Creating Memory Settings

You can save up to 10 customized settings in the Epson Home Cinema 8350 projector. Customized settings can be used to save those settings that give you the best picture quality for each of your video inputs such as your DVD player or X-Box.
1. Adjust the image settings to the desired levels.
2. Press the Memory button on the remote control.
3. Select Save Memory.
4. Select the memory name you want to use.
5. Press the Enter button to save your settings. Note: Saved settings are indicated by a green highlight next to the memory name. If you select a name that is already in use, the existing settings will be erased and new ones saved in their place.

Selecting Memory Settings

To select memory settings:
1. Press the Memory button on the remote control.
2. Select Load Memory.
3. Use the arrow buttons to move to the memory name.
4. Press the Enter button. After a moment, the image appears on the screen using the retrieved settings. Certain settings may not be applied, depending on the input signal.

Resetting the Projector

Sometime creating a customized setting may create a poor image or one that is not what you expected. When this happens, it may be easier to restore the projector to its original settings by using the factory-default option.

To restore the settings in a specific Menu:

Open either the Image or Settings, to open that menu option. See Using the full menu section above.
Select Reset. Press Enter.

To reset to Factory settings:
1. Press the Menu button on the remote control.
2. Open the Reset menu.
3. There will be several options:

Select Reset Memory to clear all memory settings.
Select Reset All to return all projector settings to their original defaults (except Component, Save Memory, Language, and Lamp Hours).
Select Reset Lamp Hours to clear the lamp usage timer and reset it to zero. You should reset the lamp timer only when you install a new projector lamp. Learn how to replace the Epson PowerLite Home Cinema 8350 projector lamp.

Tagged with: Epson Home Cinema 8350 menus, Epson Home Cinema 8350 projector, factory settings Epson HC 8350 projector, projector settings, service menus

Changing the lamp in the NEC NP M271W projector

Shelagh McNallyPosted on January 10, 2014 Posted in FixYourDLP, Projector Lamp Replacement Guides — No Comments ↓

Follow our guide to change the NEC NP M271W projector lamp when it has reached end of life.

When the NEC NP M271W projector lamp has reached its end of life, the LAMP INDICATOR will blink red. Shortly afterwards message LAMP HAS REACHED THE END OF ITS USABLE LIFE. PLEASE REPLACE THE LAMP AND FILTER will appear on the screen.

Buy authentic

Save yourself hassles and keep your NEC NP M271W projector working at its optimum levels by installing an authentic NEC NP15LP lamp. Generic lamps seem like a great deal but you pay for what you get and generics have a lot of problems:

generics have shorter lamp life
generics are made with toxic substitute materials
generics are explosions
generics can’t be calibrated properly and can damage the projector’s optics
generics have no guarantee or refunds
installing generics voids your warranty

Find this lamp sold on Amazon by these authorized dealers:

Lutema for NEC NP15LP Replacement DLP/LCD Cinema Projector Lamp – Philips Inside
NP15LP NEC NP15LP Projector Lamp
NP15LP – Lamp With Housing For Nec NP-M300X, NP-M260X, M300X, M260X, M260W, NP-M260W, NP-M230X, M260XSG, M260XS, M260WS, M230X Projectors
NP15LP – Lamp With Housing For Nec NP-M300X, NP-M260X, M300X, M260X, M260W, NP-M260W, NP-M230X, M260XSG, M260XS, M260WS, M230X Projectors

Changing the NEC NP15LP lamp

Follow these important safety instructions before installing the new lamp

turn off the NEC NP M271W projector.
unplug the projector from its power source.
unplug the power cable.
wait until the projector is cool to the touch to avoid getting burned.

Loosen the NEC NP M271W lamp cover screw.

Push and slide the lamp cover off.

Loosen the two screws holding the NEC NP15LP lamp in place. (The screws will not come out only loosen.)

Remove the lamp by holding the indent and pulling up.

NOTE: Your NEC NP15LP lamp should be properly recycled. These lamps contain mercury and can’t be placed into conventional garbage.

Install a new lamp housing into the NP M271W projector, gently pressing the lamp housing into the socket. Take care not to touch the actual bulb as your finger prints can leave oil marks that burn black marks onto the bulb.

Push the top center on the lamp to secure it. Tighten the screw on the lamp.

Reattach the NEC NP M271W lamp cover by sliding the cover until it snaps into place. Tighten the screw on the lamp cover.

Replacing the filters

There are four filters in the NEC NP M271W projector:

Honeycomb hard filter – large and small
Accordion soft filter — large and small

Replace all four filters at the same time. Before replacing the filters wipe off any dust and dirt that came loose from the old filters. NOTE: The filters are made with two different types of material in the membrane. Both perform the same.

Push the catch to release the filter and gently pull it out.

The filter cover is fixed at six separate points in the projector. Bow the filter cover by pushing it slightly until it releases.

Remove the dark sponge filter and clean the filter unit and cover. Attach the new non-woven white material filters.

Filter unit: Attach two honeycomb hard filters to the NEC NP-M271W filter unit.
Filter cover: Attach the two accordion soft filters to the filter cover. Be sure to align the accordion slits with the protrusions of the filter cover,

Attach the filter cover back to the filter unit. Align the filter until with the filter cover and push the protrusions into place.

Make sure all the six mounting points are aligned properly.

Insert the two catches of the top of the filter into the groove of the cabinet.

Push the filter until it clicks into place.

Reset the lamp timer

Once the NEC NP15LP lamp and NEC NP M271W filter have both been replaced you will need to reset the timer for both. You want the projector to be able to accurately track the lamp life.

Clear usage hours and reset hours

Plug in the power cored into the wall outlet.
Turn on the projector.
From the MENU select RESET.
Choose CLEAR LAMP HOURS.
A confirmation message appears.
Select YES.

Reset the filter hours:

Scroll up to CLEAR Filter HOURS.
A second submenu will appear.
Select YES. Press the ENTER button.

Extending the life of the NEC NP15LP lamp

Get your newly installed NEC NP15LP lamp will last longer by choosing the ECO option. The ECO MODE increases lamp life by lowering the power consumption. There are three modes to choose from on the NEC NP M271W projector:

Auto Mode: 4000 hours
Normal: 5000 hours
Eco ModeL 8000 hours

Learn more tips to extend the life of the NEC NP15LP lamp lamp.

Tagged with: genuine projector lamps, NEC authentic lamps, NEC NP M271W projector, NEC NP15LP lamp

Replacing the NEC NP-M311W projector lamp

Shelagh McNallyPosted on January 9, 2014 Posted in FixYourDLP, Projector Lamp Replacement Guides — No Comments ↓

Replacing the NEC NP-M311W projector lamp is easy. Just follow our handy guide.

Your NEC NP-M311W projector uses the NEC NP16LP lamp. New air filters are shipped with the lamp and it’s recommended you replace them at the same time as the NEC NP16LP lamp. Be sure to invest in an authentic NEC NP-M311W portable projector lamp.

End of life warning

When the lamp has reached end of life, the LAMP indicator will begin to blink red.

When the lamp has reached its end of life, the LAMP INDICATOR will blink red and the message LAMP HAS REACHED THE END OF ITS USABLE LIFE. PLEASE REPLACE THE LAMP AND FILTER.

The message about replacing the lamp is displayed for one minute when the projector is turned on and when the POWER button or remote control is pressed. Remove the message by pressing any button on the projector or remote control.

The progress indicator shows the percentage of remaining bulb life. When the lamp usage reaches 0, the Lamp Life REMAINING starts a count down from 100 hours. When the count down reaches 0, the projector will turn off and not turn on.

Buy this lamp on Amazon from the following authorized dealers:

Why buy authentic

Always invest in a genuine NEC NP16LP lamp. These OEM original lamps have been calibrated to work with your NEC NP-M311W projector to keep the sophisticated components working properly. While generic lamps may be sold at discount prices, their inferior workmanship and cheap materials often result in damage to the interior of projectors. They are also prone to explosions which can release toxic heavy metals into the air as well as damage your projector beyond repair. Read more about the 7 Ways to Spot a Counterfeit Lamp.

Changing the NEC NP16LP lamp

Follow these important safety instructions before installing the new lamp

turn off the NEC NP-M311W projector.
unplug the projector from its power source.
unplug the power cable.
wait until the projector is cool to the touch to avoid getting burned.

Loosen the NEC NP-M311W lamp cover screw.

Push and slide the lamp cover off.

Loosen the two screws holding the NEC NP16LP lamp in place. (The screws will not come out only loosen.)

Remove the lamp by holding the indent and pulling up.

NOTE: Your NEC NP16LP lamp should be properly recycled. These lamps contain mercury and can’t be placed into common garbage.

Install a new lamp housing into the projector, gently pressing the lamp housing into the socket. Take care not to touch the actual bulb as your finger prints can leave oil marks that burn black marks onto the bulb.

Push the top center on the lamp to secure it. Tighten the screw on the lamp.

Reattach the NEC NP-M311W lamp cover by sliding the cover until it snaps into place. Tighten the screw on the lamp cover.

Replacing the filters

There are four filters in the NEC NP-M311W projector:

Honeycomb hard filter – large and small
Accordion soft filter — large and small

Push the catch to release the filter and gently pull it out.

The filter cover is fixed at six separate points in the projector. Bow the filter cover by pushing it slightly until it releases.

Remove the dark sponge filter and clean the filter unit and cover. Attach the new non-woven white material filters.

Filter unit: Attach two honeycomb hard filters to the NEC NP-M311W filter unit.
Filter cover: Attach the two accordion soft filters to the filter cover. Be sure to align the accordion slits with the protrusions of the filter cover.

Attach the filter cover back to the filter unit. Align the filter until with the filter cover and push the protrusions into place.

Make sure all the six mounting points are aligned properly.

Insert the two catches of the top of the filter into the groove of the cabinet.

Push the filter until it clicks into place.

Reset the lamp timer

Once the NEC NP16LP lamp lamp and NEC NEC NP-M311W filter have both been replaced you will need to reset the timer for both. You want the projector to be able to accurately track the lamp life.

Clear usage hours and reset hours

Plug in the power cored into the wall outlet.
Turn on the projector.
From the MENU select RESET.
Choose CLEAR LAMP HOURS.
A confirmation message appears.
Select YES.

Reset the filter hours:

Scroll up to CLEAR Filter HOURS.
A second submenu will appear.
Select YES. Press the ENTER button.

Extending the life of the NEC NP16LP lamp

Get your newly installed NEC NP16LP lamp will last longer by choosing the ECO option. The ECO MODE increases lamp life by lowering the power consumptions. There are three modes to choose from:

Auto Mode: 4000 hours
Normal: 5000 hours
Eco ModeL 8000 hours

Learn more tips to extend the life of the NEC NP16LP lamp.

Tagged with: NEC authentic lamps, NEC NP-M311W portable projector, NEC NP16LP lamp, NEC portable projector lamps

Change the Optoma GT720 gaming projector lamp

Shelagh McNallyPosted on January 7, 2014 Posted in FixYourDLP, Projector Lamp Replacement Guides — 2 Comments ↓

The Optoma GT720 gaming projector is a popular projector for 3D gaming or HD viewing. Changing the Optoma GT720 gaming projector lamp is simple.

Like any other projector, the GT720 uses a specialized lamp that will need to be changed after 3000 hours of use. Follow our 4-step guide for changing the Optoma GT720 gaming projector lamp.

Step 1: Know when to replace the Optoma GT720 gaming projector lamp

When Optoma BL-FP180E (SP.8EF01GC01) reaches the recommended 3000 hours of use, a warning sign will appears on screen. Replace the lamp immediately when you see this warning signs. Using the lamp beyond the recommended time can result in the lamp exploding and creating a messy and time consuming clean up.

Other signs that the BL-FP180E (SP.8EF01GC01) lamp may be reaching it’s end of life:

the Lamp LED flashing amber
picture has poor colour quality
image vibrancy and definition has deteriorated

Step 2: Buying the right lamp

Be sure to buy an authentic lamp in order to keep your projector working properly and avoid safety and health issues from counterfeit lamps. While the price of generic lamps can be tempting, installing them into your Optoma GT720 projector can result in the sophisticated optics being damaged beyond repair. Generic lamps also don’t have the proper safeguards and can damaged your eyesight.

Why buy authentic?

Generic lamps have a much shorter life
These lamps use toxic chemicals as substitutes since they don’t have access to the proper materials
Copycat lamps are more prone to overheat and explode
Generic lamps are not properly calibrated to work with the sensitive electronics in projectors and installing can void the guarantee on your Optoma GT720.

Scroll down to read tips on spotting the counterfeit lamps.

Find this lamp sold on Amazon by these authorized distributors:

<br>

Step 3: Installing a new Optoma BL-FP180E lamp

Pre-installation safety Preparation:

Follow these important safety tips before installing a new BL-FP180E into your Optoma GT720 projector.

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 GT720 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.

Step-by-step instructions

Remove the old lamp

1: Use a screwdriver to loosen the two screws holding the lamp cover in place. The Optoma GT720 projector should be cool to the touch.

2: Remove the lamp cover and place to one side. Don’t lose the screws to the cover as the projector will not turn back on until the lamp cover has been properly installed.

3: Remove both screws holding the BL-FP180E (SP.8EF01GC01) in place.Lift the wire handle on the lamp and gently remove it from the projector. Be careful not to hit the lamp or you can cause it to break.

NOTE: The BL-FP180E (SP.8EF01GC01) contains mercury and should not be thrown into regular garbage. Recycle this lamp.

Install the new lamp:

Take the new Optoma BL-FP180E (SP.8EF01GC01) lamp out of its packaging and lift the handle on the lamp.
Gently place it into the projector making sure not to touch the actual bulb. Oil from fingerprint marks can burn black spots onto the lamp when it heats up.
Tighten the screws on the lamp.
Close the lid. Tighten the cover screws.
You are now ready to reset the lamp timer.

Step 4: Reset the Optoma GT720 lamp timer

Your Optoma GT720 comes equipped with an automatic lamp timer that tracks the number of hours left for the BL-FP180E (SP.8EF01GC01) 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

TIP FOR LONGER LAMP LIFE:

Under Brightness Mode:

Choose STD to dim the projector lamp and lower power consumption making the lamp last longer.
Choose BRIGHT to make the lamp brighter but decrease lamp life.

Learn the TOP Tips for extending the lamp life in your Optoma GT720 projector.

Watch for telltale signs you are about to purchase a counterfeit lamp:

lower than normal price. The industry standard is no more then 20% discount
amateur labelling with many spelling errors
Glue on the edges and elements out of alignment
Scratches inside the lamp cage

Tagged with: authentic lamps, BL-FP180E lamp, genuine projector lamps, Lamp replacement, Optoma BL-FP180E (SP.8EF01GC01) lamp, Optoma GT720 projector

Clean air filters keep your projector working

Shelagh McNallyPosted on January 6, 2014 Posted in FixYourDLP, Projector Lamp Replacement Guides — No Comments ↓

Cleaning your air filters should be done on a regular basis.

Regular maintenance on your projector keeps your projector running smoothly. Part of that is a regular cleaning of air filters.

Today’s 1080p projectors generate a lot of heat from their sophisticated optics. To prevent overheating, projectors have a system to draw cool air in via a intake vent. Since you only want cool air coming in, these air vents have filter covering them to catch dust and grime. Unfiltered vent allow dust particulars to settle inside the projector and these can actually catch fire if they get hot enough.

Most manufacturers recommend cleaning the filters once every 100 to 300 hours. Clean or replace the filter whenever you notice an excessive build up of dust or if any warning signs appear on screen.

Prevent clogs

Air filters that are not cleaned on a regular basis become clogged and prevent the cool air from being drawn inside. This can cause the projector to overheat and even shut down. You also want clean air filters to prevent dust from settling onto the projector lens. When this happens, the projected image may become distorted or the colors may dull and you’ll need to get the projector professionally cleaned.

Warning signs:

It’s time to clean your air filter when you notice these warning signs:

the temperature warning starts blinking orange or red. The color depends on the manufacturer and projector model. A solid color usually indicates that the projector has overheated and will shut off automatically.
You can see dust on the projector’s fan exhaust vent.
The projected image gets noticeably darker or starts to deteriorate

To clean the filter:

Some manufacturers don’t recommend cleaning the air filter and will supply a new air filter usually when you purchase a new projector lamp. Consult your manual for more details.

Don’t wash the filter with soap or water as this can damage the filter membranes.
Vacuum the filter with a vacuum cleaner designed for computers and other office equipment. DO NOT use a regular vaccum cleaner.
Use a can of compressed air to blow the dust away.
Gently shake out the filter to release any dust.

NOTE: Never clean the inside of your projector with compressed air. All this does is blows the dust deep inside the projector.

Consult your manual for step-by-step instructions on how to clean the air filter.

Tagged with: air filters, cleaning projector air filters

Replace the Knoll HT211 projector lamp

Shelagh McNallyPosted on December 27, 2013 Posted in FixYourDLP, Projector Lamp Replacement Guides — No Comments ↓

Follow this step-by-step guide to change the lamp in your Knoll HT211 projector!

Note: Your Knoll HT211 uses the Knoll 28-631 lamp. Be sure to invest in an authentic Knoll HT211 projector lamp.

Checking hours

After 1000 hours of use, the Knoll 28-631 lamp will need to be replaced as it is approaching end of life. The STATUS indicator will light up red and the LAMP USAGE icon will display on screen. At 1100 hours, the projector will freeze and the power switch will stop working. The menus will also disappear. To turn off the projector, press the remote control POWER OFF for a least 10 seconds in the standby mode. Replace the lamp IMMEDIATELY.

Don’t get caught

Be sure to check your lamp usage so you know when to replace and have time to purchase a new Knoll 28-631 lamp for your Knoll HT211 projector. To check for lamp usage:
1. Press MENU to display the main menu.
2. Press the cursor left/right arrows to select the INFORMATION menu.
3. The lamp usage in hours is displayed.

Why buy authentic OEM lamps?

Buying a cheaper priced generic “compatible” lamp may be tempting. However, you get what you pay for and in the case of generic lamps it’s usually a long list of problems:

Save yourself unnecessary headaches and buy an authentic Knoll 28-631 from a recognized dealer. You’ll be getting a far superior product with a replacement guarantee and tech support.

Installing the new Knoll 28-631

Before installing the new Knoll 28-631:

Switch off the main power and unplug the power cord on the projector.
The Knoll HT201 operates under high heat and there is a burn danger if the projector has not cooled down. Wait at least one hour for the projector to cool before trying to replace the lamp.

The lamp cover is located on the bottom of the Knoll HT211. Gently turn the projector over and place it on a soft surface to prevent scratching.

Loosen the screen holding the cover in place.
To remove the lamp cover: Slide it towards the middle of the projector and then upwards.

Loosen the three screws holding the Knoll 28-631 lamp securely in the projector.

Using the handle, gently lift the lamp up out of the projector.
Be careful not to bang the lamp as this may cause it to break.
If the old Knoll 28-631 lamp has exploded or broken, you must clean the old lamp up before installing the new lamp. Read how to do a clean-up.

NOTE: The Knoll 28-631 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

Remove the new Knoll 28-631 lamp from its packaging and using the handle, lower the lamp into the Knoll HT211 projector.
Take care not to touch the actual 28-631 bulb. Oil from your fingers will stay on the bulb and cause black spots to be burned into the lamp as it heats up. This can result in black spots showing up on screen.

Tighten the three screws keeping the lamp in place.

Replace the lamp cover and tighten the screw holding it in place.
Re-connect the power cord and turn on the projector.
You are now ready to reset the lamp timer.

Resetting the lamp use hours

The Knoll HT211 has a built in timer that tracks the number of lamp use hours. This lamp timer triggers the warning messages when the Knoll 28-631 lamp is reaching end of life. Anytime the lamp is replaced, you need to reset the lamp timer. You need to reset the lamp use hours to zero after replacing the lamp housing.
1. Press MENU to display the main menu.
2. Press the cursor left/right arrows to select the INFORMATION menu.
3. Press the up/down arrows to select RESET. Press ENTER.
4. Lamp hours will be reset to zero.

Extend the life of the Knoll 28-631 by reading the Top tips for extending DLP projector lamp life.

Tagged with: authentic projector lamps, avoid generic lamps, Knoll 28-631 lamp, Knoll HT201 projector

Hooking up your projector through an AV source

Shelagh McNallyPosted on December 23, 2013 Posted in Articles, FixYourDLP, Projector Lamp Replacement Guides, Projectors — No Comments ↓

No need to throw out the old TV or even replace the DVD players if you want to use your DLP projector. Learn how to hook them up to your projector through your AV source and watch TV in a cinema-set up.

Step 1: Determining output

Follow these steps to get your AV source set up:

Older TVs are not going to have an outgoing video connection. The newer smart TVs do have this connection making an AV source hookup easy. Check out the back of your TV to see if you have a VIDEO OUT section with any of the following plugins:

RCA: composite video (yellow) and stereo audio (white and red) plugs. Similar to headphone or video gaming plugs.
S-video: All in one cable using a four-pin DIN connector
HDMI: High-Definition Multimedia Interface connector integrating 19 cable pairs. This single-cable, all-digital solution is becoming the industry standard. Used with most HD devices.
DVI: Most common digital video cables, similar to VGA connectors, with up to 24 pins. Supports analog as well as digital video so it most used with desktops and LCD monitors. It doesn’t do video so replace it with HDMI cables.
VGA: Video Graphics Array connector has a 3-two, 15-pin connector and is used for video cards, computer monitors and HDTV.

If your TV has any of these plug-ins, then you can hook up directly rather than using cable. You should visit our How to connect your DLP projector to a TV for step-by-step instructions.

Step 2: Hooking up the AV source

If your TV doesn’t have a outgoing video connection you will need to attach it to an AV source in order to convert the older broadcast signal into a useable video and audio signal. You can use either a DVD player, Blu-ray player, cable/satellite box or game console.

Most cable boxes are going to have either the RCA (composite), S-video (DIN connector), red/green/blue RCA jacks (component) or HDMI or DVI outputs.

To start:

You’ll be connecting the TV to the cable box and then the cable box connected to the projector.
Use a coaxial cable (orange RCA cable) from the back of your TV into the cable box VIDEO IN jack.
Connect a set of audio/video or S-Video cables from the VIDEO OUT of the cable box. A DVI component is preferable but you can use the RCA jacks. The red/white jacks would be connected to the AUDIO IN jack on the projector and the yellow RCA jack would go into VIDEO IN.
If you are using the VCR/DVD as your source, it’s the same procedure but you will be using the RCA combo. Connect the TV to the DVD player. Then connect the VIDEO OUT and plug in the yellow jack, find to VIDEO OUT jacks and plug in the red/white jacks. Plug the other end into the projector.

Step 3: Adjusting the picture after the AV source connection

Turn on the projector.
Go to the MENU or SETTINGS menu on the projector. Go to the INPUT SOURCE and change to the appropriate jack used. Some projectors have an SOURCE SEARCH button or function that will automatically find the video source.
Remember that your projector will be reading what is on your TV screen. So if the TV screen in dark or blank so will be the projector.

Step 4: Tweaking the sound quality after the AV source connection

Since most projector don’t have high quality, you may want to use surround sound speakers. This is easy to do it you are using the RCA jack set-up. Simply unplug the RED and WHITE cables from the projector and plug them into the AUDIO IN slots on your sound source.

Happy viewing.

Learn more about hooking up your projector:

How to install a new Vivitek H1080FD projector lamp

Shelagh McNallyPosted on December 20, 2013 Posted in FixYourDLP, Projector Lamp Replacement Guides — 4 Comments ↓

Our step-by-step guide will help you change the Vivitek H1080FD projector lamp in under 15 minutes!

Step 1: Know when the replace the projector lamp

Your Vivitek H1080FD projector uses the Vivitek 5811116206-S projector lamp. When this projector lamp is approaching end of life, you may notice the quality of the picture becoming poor or the colours looking faded or distorted. The Power LED light will also start flashing 5 times consecutively. Check the projector lamp hours:

Press the Menu button to open the OSD menu.
Press left/right arrow keys to move button to move to the STATUS Menu.
The LAMP HOUR field displays the number of hours the lamp has been in use.
You can expect 2000 hours of Vivitek 5811116206-S lamp. 3000 hours if Eco Mode has been turned on.

Step 2: Buy the right projector lamp!

Be sure the purchase an authentic Vivitek 5811116206-S projector lamp for your Vivitek H1080FD projector. Although generic lamps seem like a bargain,they actually have a much shorter lamp life than original lamps. Unauthorized copy cat manufacturers don’t have access to the proper materials and often use toxic and carcinogenic substitutes. They are also unable to properly calibrate these generic lamps so generic often end up damaging the sophisticated electronics in your Vivitek H1080FD projector. Since they are unstable, generics are also prone to explosions. All these problems combined have lead Vivitek make their projector warranty void if a generic is installed. Go with an authentic Vivitek 5811116206-S projector lamp and keep your projector working at its best.

Step 3: Replace the 5811116206-S projector lamp

Before changing the projector lamp:

Reduce the risk of electrical shock by disconnecting the power cord on the Vivitek H1080FD projector.
Reduce the risk of severe burns by allowing the projector to cool for at least 45 minutes.

Turn the projector around — the lamp cover screw is located at the back. Remove the captive screw holding the lamp cover place.

Remove the lamp cover and place it to one side.

Remove the three screws holding the Vivitek 5811116206-S lamp in place.

Click up the wire handle and gently pull out the Vivitek 5811116206-S projector lamp. Pulling too quickly can cause the bulb to shatter. Learn how to clean up a broken lamp.

NOTE: The 5811116206-S 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.

Take the new Vivitek 5811116206-S projector lamp out of its packaging. Lift up the wire handle and gently guide it into the H1080FD 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.
Tighten the projector lamp screw.
Re-install the H1080FD lamp cover and tighten the screw.
Reset the total lamp hour timer.

Step 4: Resetting the Vivitek H1080FD Lamp Hour Timer

It’s important to only reset the lamp timer when the Vivitek 5811116206-S projector lamp has been replaced. Resetting the lamp timer without changing the lamp can make it work beyond its recommended hours and cause harm to your Vivitek H1080FD projector.

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

Extending the life of the Vivitek 5811116206-S projector lamp:

Keep your air filters clean to avoid overheating the projector.
Use the Lamp Power option on the Vivitek H1080FD projector and set to Eco Mode to reduce the amount of power used but extend lamp life.
Learn more with Top tips for extending DLP projector lamp life.

Tagged with: install Vivitek genuine lamp, Vivitek 5811116206-S lamp, Vivitek authentic lamps, Vivitek H1080FD

Replace your Knoll HT201 projector lamp

Shelagh McNallyPosted on December 19, 2013 Posted in FixYourDLP, Projector Lamp Replacement Guides — No Comments ↓

Follow this step-by-step guide to change the Knoll HT201 projector lamp!

After 1000 hours of use, the Knoll HT201 projector lamp will need to be replaced as it is approaching end of life. The STATUS indicator will light up red and the LAMP USAGE icon will display on screen. At 1100 hours, the projector will freeze and the power switch will stop working. The menus will also disappear. To turn off the projector, press the remote control POWER OFF for a least 10 seconds in the standby mode. Replace the lamp IMMEDIATELY.

Don’t get caught

Be sure to check your lamp usage so you know when to replace and have time to purchase a new Knoll HT201 projector lamp. To check for lamp usage: 1. Press MENU to display the main menu. 2. Press the cursor left/right arrows to select the INFORMATION menu. 3. The lamp usage in hours is displayed.