How to Install a Philips Projector Lamp

Philips projectors display different forms of media using a lamp that is installed on the inside of the machine. Though the lamps have a lifespan of hundreds of hours or more, they will eventually burn out and need to be replaced. Replacement lamps can be purchased directly from Philips. Unlike some of the more delicate components of the projector, lamps do not need to replaced by a service repair technician, saving you time and money.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Phillips-head screwdriver

1. Turn off the projector, and wait for the cooling fan to stop. The cooling cycle should always be allowed to complete as the lamp and surrounding projector components get very hot.

2. Unplug the projector from the power outlet, and disconnect any other cables attached to the unit.

3. Flip the projector so the bottom is facing up, allowing you access to the lamp cage cover.

4. Remove the screw from the lamp cage cover, and slide the cover off of the projector.

5. Unscrew the three screws that secure the lamp cage inside of the projector, and place them to the side.

6. Hold the handle of the lamp cage, and pull it straight up to remove it from the projector.

7. Slide the new lamp cage into the compartment, and secure it with the three screws removed in Step 6.

8. Reattach the lamp cage cover, and replace the screw removed in Step 4.

9. Flip the projector back over and plug the power cord into a power outlet.

10. Reset the lamp timer by pressing and holding the down arrow, right arrow and "OK" buttons while turning on the projector. The message "Lamp 0000H" will display. You must reset the lamp timer for the warning lights on the projector to disappear.

References

• Philips ProScreen PXG20 Multimedia Projector User Guide; Philips Consumer Electronics Co.

Resources

• User Manual Download