New lamp, still says "Lamp Approaching End of Life" message

The Projector will detect the lamp life itself. It will show you a warning message
When you see this message, change the lamp as soon as possible. Make sure the projector has been cooled down for at least 30 minutes before changing the lamp

1. Switch off the power to the projector by pressing the Power/Standby button.
2. Allow the projector to cool down at least 30 minutes.
3. Disconnect the power cord.
4. Use the screwdriver to remove the screw from the cover. (1)
5. Push up and remove the cover. (2)
6. Remove the 2 screws from the lamp module. (3)
7. Pull out the lamp module. (4)

To Replace the lamp module, reverse the previous steps,

Hi,

lamps are affected by strikes. each strike erodes a part of the anode. so in essence, the lamp wears out. However a Xenon has a much longer hour life as once it is running, it cares "relatively" little about how long. SO for commercial units, this is an advantage. there are also larger potential issues about colour stability over life.

with UHP, they care only minimally about strikes, it really is not even a strike, so while frequent on and off can kill it early, with normal usage, you are going to be fine. However with a UHP, if a lamp runs for longer times... then you have issues. THe way i had it explained to me was as such;
With a UHP, it gets up to proper operating temp in about 5 mins. once it is there... it SLOOWWWLLLLLYYYYY continues to heat up. After about 2-3 hours, it starts going outside the nominal operating range. once it does so, it starts to degrade the lamp. thereby lowering life expectancy. if you shut it off after about two hours or so and let it cool for ten mins then do it again for two hours... you are in a much better place. In a grand scheme, apparently if you run the proj for an average of 4-6 hours every time, then expected lamp life goes to about 50%. THis is very rough and in a general sense so just take it as general guidelines.

TIPS TO EXTEND PROJECTOR LAMP LIFE:

Lamp life for a projector will vary based on many factors including application, installation, intake of cool air and exhaust of hot air, usage, and proper maintenance. Heat buildup can reduce lamp life and even damage your projector. Here are some tips to help your projector lamps last longer.


Once you turn on your projector, wait at least five minutes before turning it off to allow the fan to properly cool the unit. After the fan has cooled your projector, you may unplug it and store it as desired.

Do not obstruct the air intake or exhaust vent. Paper should not be placed on top of a projector, or where vents are located.
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Keep the exhaust vent at least two feet from any object.


If the projector is built into a compartment, wall, ceiling or shelf mount, the minimum distance requirement (usually at least two feet) stated in your owners manual must be maintained.

Clean the projector's air intake filter every three to six months -- or more frequently -- based on your operating environment.

Do not move your projector until the lamp has cooled (about five minutes).

Run your projector for two weeks and/or 20 hours shortly after your purchase. If the lamp is going to fail, it will usually occur within the first ten hours of operation. Lamp warranties typically last just 90-180 days from the date of purchase, rather than the first installation.

When you purchase a replacement lamp for your projector, remove the existing lamp and use the old lamp as your spare. If your projector is new, test the original lamp for the two weeks/20 hours before removing and storing as a spare.

I hope the info. which i have given you solves ur problem if not i am sad to say you have to get it repaired..

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hi,
for replacing the lamp do yhe following.

1.Remove the lamp cover by pushing two grooves lightly with the flathead

screwdriver. You can see the lamp cover on the top of the projector. ( left side of the lens)

2.Loosen the two screws securing the lamp housing until the screwdriver

goes into a freewheeling condition. The two screws are not

removable

3.Remove the lamp housing by pulling out the handle

4.Insert a new lamp housing until the lamp housing is plugged into the

Socket

5.Secure it in place with the two screws.Be sure to tighten the screws.

6.Reattach the lamp cover

7.Snap the lamp cover into place.

Replacing a new lamp automatically clears the lamp usage hours ok

Just used the box that came in with the new projection lamp.Take the old projection lamp put it into that box.Put it in the trash recycle bin,that how u get rid of it.

You should order a new one and wait for the other one to **** out first. The automatic message is to make Sony more money.
Shop around on the web for the lamp.
Some places are 2-3X more than others

The end of lamp timer has reached it's limit and won't let the new lamp strike. What you need to do is Reset the end of life timer. To do this, with the projector switched off press and hold both the up and down Brightness buttons on the projector. while holding them in turn on the projector. Continue holding the buttons in for 10 to 15 seconds This will reset the end of life timer in the projector.


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you need to install it professionally as directed by menufacturer, or check the lamp is it new or used.

How many hours on the lamp timer?  If 10,000 or more the lamp is approaching end of life and should be replaced.  Lamp will dim when approaching end of life rather than just go out.

Lamp is near end of life. Try reseting lamp timer and order new lamp if unit stays on

You have 1 of 2 possible problems.

(1) You need a new lamp.

(2) You have an overheating problem.

Just a quick couple of notes about your projector. It is a DLP projector (not LCD) and as such the machine as no air filters to clean. It does have air intake and air exhaust grilles, but no air filters to clean. This next part comes directly from the owner' manual for your projector:

When the lamp operation time exceeds 2000 hours*1 *2, the projector automatically shuts off and can’t be used until the lamp is replaced and the lamp operation time is reset.

Your machine is designed to give visual warning messages at 1500 hours used, and 1900 hours used. Did you see any visual warning about lamp life over the past few months?

If you were experiencing an overheating problem, a "TEMPERATURE!!" message would flash up on the screen just before the unit shuts down. If there is no warning, you don't have a heat problem.

If you have a replacement lamp available, install it and reset the lmap hours according to your user manual. If you don't have the manual, google it on the web (it available).