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Consumer Alert: The dangers of counterfeit projector lamps

Shelagh McNallyPosted on May 25, 2012 Posted in Counterfeit Lamp Awareness, FixYourDLP, Guides and Manuals, Philips, Philips Lamps, Projector Lamp Replacement Guides — 2 Comments ↓

The dangers of counterfeit projector lamps are very real

Counterfeit projector lamps may seem like quite the bargain. Would you compromise your health and risk your eyesight for the sake of a few dollars?

Using counterfeit, knock-off projector or rear-projector TV (RPTV) lamps puts you at risk for potential damage to your eyesight as well as exposure to , a radioactive gas that is linked to cancer.

Toxic bargain

What is Krypton-85 doing in counterfeit projector and RPTV lamps? Using this toxic element is the only way for copy-cat manufacturers to re-produce the technology created by PHILIPS, the original manufacturer of DLP projector and RPTV lamps.

After years of research, PHILIPS developed a revolutionary arc tube filled with mercury-argon mixture that created intense light but lowered the heat allowing both the lamp and projector to become smaller.

Since PHILIPS patented technology is not available to counterfeit manufacturers, they resort to using Krypton-85 for the same result. This radioactive gas is created from by nuclear reactors during the fission between uranium and plutonium and has a number of industrial and medical applications. It’s safe when used in a controlled environment.

Lack of durability

Unfortunately, Krypton-85 is not being used under safe conditions when it comes to counterfeit lamps, often referred to as “compatible lamps.” In order to create the knock-off lamp, counterfeit manufacturers usually replace the arc tube or refit old projector lamps with counterfeit parts; others replace the complete module. Whichever method they choose, they are still producing a lamp with a shorter life cycle and inferior technology.

Lack of accountability

Exposure to Krypton-85 happens when these lamps break or explode inside the projector from overheating. Short-term effects of Krypton-85 exposure are dizziness, nausea, vomiting, and loss of consciousness. Long-term effects are more serious. According to the Department of Energy (DOE) exposure to Krypton-85 can increase the likelihood of cancer. (more…)

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How to replace the NEC NP110 projector lamp

Shelagh McNallyPosted on May 22, 2012 Posted in FixYourDLP, Projector Lamp Replacement Guides — 4 Comments ↓

: NEC NP110 projector

This guide shows you how to replace the NEC NP110 projector lamp.

When its time to replace the NEC NP13LP lamp, the Lamp Indicator on the NEC NP110 projector will blink red. The lamp will continue to work for an 100 additional hours but will immediately go into standby mode when it hits the 100th hour. Using the lamp past the recommended time may cause it to overheat and shatter inside the lamp case.

You can also determine the status of your lamp by referring to the Usage Time screen. Press the HELP button on the remote to display the INFO screen. The progress indicator shows the percentage of remaining life for the NEC NP13LP lamp. When the remaining lamp reaches zero, the LAMP LIFE REMAINING indicator changes from 0% to 100 hours and starts counting down.

The importance of authentic lamps

Always invest in a genuine NEC NP13LP lamp in order to keep your NEC NP110 projector working. Your original manufacturer (OEM) has created these lamps to fit your NEC NP110 projector and 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.

Installing the NEC NP13LP lamp

NOTE: Before installation allow one hour for the NEC NP13LP lamp to cool before replacing.

Loosen the screw

NEC NP 110 lamp cover off, NEC NP13LP Projector Lamp

Slide the cover o

The front cover is found at the top of the NEC NP110 projector. Loosen the side screw to release the cover. Push the cover off the tack and place it to one side.

NEC NP 110 lamp removal, NEC NP13LP Projector Lamp

Loosen all three screws

Loosen the three screws holing the NEC NP13LP lamp in place. The three screws can’t be removed only loosened.

Grasp both sides of the lamp

Leave the interlock on the side untouched as this prevents the risk of electrical shock.

Remove the NEC NP13LP lamp housing by pressing both sides of the handles on either side. Be sure to dispose of the used lamp through a local recycling program. Don’t throw this lamp into regular garbage as it contains mercury.

NEC NP 110 installing NEC NP13LP Projector Lamp

Place lamp into projector

Insert the new NEC NP13LP lamp into the socket. Gently push the top center of the NEC NP13LP lamp to ensure it’s in place. Be careful not to break the glass in the lamp. Don’t touch the glass surface on the NEC NP13LP lamp as this can cause an unwanted shadow on the lamp and dark spots resulting in poor picture quality.

Tighten all 3 screws

Tighten all three screws holding the lamp in place. Slide the NEC NP110 lamp cover back in place until it snaps shut. Tighten the screw. Now, you’re ready to reset the Lamp Hour Meter.

NOTE: Your old NEC NP13LP lamp should be properly recycled. These lamps contain mercury and can’t be placed into common garbage.

Resetting the NEW NP100 Lamp Hour Meter

After installing the new NEC NP13LP lamp, you must reset the lamp clock back to zero.

Using the remote control, click the MENU option.
Move to RESET menu.
Move down to CLEAR LAMP HOURS.
Select YES.
Press the ENTER button. Lamp life will be returned to zero.

Extending the life of the NEC NP13LP lamp

The NEC NP110 projector has an ECO option that extends the life cycle of your newly installed NEC NP13LP lamp.

To activate ECO MODE using the remote control:

Using the remote control press the ECO MODE button
Use the up or down arrows to select ON
Press the ENTER button

To activate ECO MODE from the projector screen:

Press SETUP
Move to the GENERAL option
Scroll down to ECO MODE
Turn ECO MODE on
Press the ENTER button.

NOTE: The POWER indicator will blink green when ECO MODE is on and the brightness of the screen will decrease.

If the projector becomes overheated, the Forced ECO MODE will automatically switch on and a thermometer symbol will also turn off. When the projector cools down the Forced ECO MODE will turn off.

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