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DU6871/DW6851/DX6831 DLP Projector - User's Manual
Replacing the Lamps
Depending on the lamp model, the lamp life is affected by the installation method and frequency
of the lamp on/off operation� It is suggested to replace the projector lamp when the lamp is used
for approximately 1500 hours to ensure high projection quality� In the OSD Menu, the lamp
using time can be checked from the "OSD Menu - Service". The lamp should be replaced when
the projected image is obviously darkened� Contact your local dealer to purchase the authorized
new lamp suitable for your projector�
Note:
• PurchasethelampmoduleproducedbyVivitek.UsingthelampthatisnotmadebyVivitekmayaffectthe
performanceoftheprojectorordamagetheprojector.
How to replace the projector lamp
1� Turn off the projector and unplug the power cord� Wait till the projector, lamp and
peripheral devices to cool off� Then remove the lamp module for replacement�
Note:
• Whentheprojectorisjustturnedoff,thetemperatureofthelampinsidetheprojectorisstillveryhigh(about
200~300°C).Youmightbeburntifattemptingtoreplacethelampwhentheprojectorisnotcooledoff.The
lampcanbereplacedsafelywhenthelampiscooledoff.
2� Remove the screw with the screwdriver
and take the lamp cover out
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4� Insert the new lamp following the
direction of the original lamp
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3� Remove the screw with the screwdriver
and take the old lamp out
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5� Tighten 3 screws on the lamp with the
screwdriver
, install the lamp cover
and use the screwdriver to tighten the
2 screws on it
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Note:
• Afterinsertingthenewlampandtighteningthe3screws,pleasemakesurethelampisinstalledproperly.
Improperlampinstallationmaycausetosystemprotectionwhenprojectoristurnedon.Inthiscase,please
doublecheckiflampisinstalledproperly.