Vivitek D825MS projector lamp replacement guide

Written by
  • Shelagh M.
  • 11 years ago

Vivitek_d825_projector_Vivitke_1000055_projector_lampNo need to call a service technician to change your Vivitek D825MS projector lamp.

Be prepared

When you notice the Power LED flashing 5 times consecutively, your Vivitek D825MS projector lamp is reaching its end of life and needs to be replaced immediately. Don’t get caught short. Have a lamp ready and waiting.
Be sure the purchase an authentic Vivitek D825MS projector lamp. Although generic lamps seem like a bargain, avoid knock-off “compatible” lamps. You get what you pay for and in the case of generic lamps it’s usually a long list of problems:

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Replacing the Vivitek D825MS projector lamp

Your Vivitek D825MS projector lamp uses the Vivitek 1000055-A lamp. Before changing the projector lamp:

  • Reduce the risk of electrical shock by disconnecting the power cord on the Vivitek D825MS projector.
  • Reduce the risk of severe burns by allowing the projector to cool for at least 45 minutes.

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  • Remove the two captive screws holding the lamp cover place.

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  • Remove the lamp cover and place it to one side.

 
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NOTE: The Vivitek 1000055-A 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
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  • Take the new  Vivitek 1000055-A (5811100760S) projector lamp out of its packaging. Lift up the wire handle and gently guide it into the Vivitek D825MS 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 lamp screw.
  • Re-install the Vivitek D825MS projector lamp cover and tighten the screw.
  • Reset the total lamp hour timer.

Resetting the Vivitek D825MS Lamp Hour Timer

It’s important to only reset the lamp timer when the Vivitek 1000055-A (5811100760S) projector lamp has been replaced. Resetting the projector lamp timer without changing the lamp can make it work beyond its recommended hours and cause harm to your Vivitek D825MS projector.

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  • Press the Menu button to open the OSD menu.
  • Press left/right arrow keys to move to the Installation II menu.
  • Press up/down arrows to move to the Advanced menu
  • Press Enter.
  • Using the or up/down arrow keys to move down to the Advanced menu.
  • 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 Installation II menu.

 

Extending the life of the Vivitek 1000055-A projector lamp:

  • Keep your air filters clean to avoid overheating the projector.
  • Use the Lamp Power option on the Vivitek D825MS projector and set to Eco Mode to reduce the amount of power used but extend projector lamp life.
  • Learn more with Top tips for extending DLP projector lamp life.

 

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