A Comprehensive Guide to Buying a Projector Lamps & Projectors

Projectors are one of the most essential elements for delivering a high-quality presentation. Nowadays, their use is not limited to schools, seminars, and offices; rather, they have become an integral part of the home entertainment system. Like any other electronic device, modern projectors also require proper care and maintenance. Otherwise, they may succumb to electric current fluctuation, excessive temperature conditions, dust, and dirt. In this write-up, we have shared a few simple tips for maintaining your projector. 1.  Read and follow the user manual well    While we all find it quite boring, it is important to go through the key points mentioned in the user manual. It will guide you with the right way to operate the projector. Plus, it will provide you with valuable information regarding cleaning and maintaining it. Moreover, it can provide you many DIY tips for fixing the common issues. 2. Keep your projector at a suitable location  While placing the...

A projector lamp has a limited life. When your projector stops functioning properly, it may be an indicator that your projector lamp needs to be replaced. Generally, a projector lamp does not fail all of a sudden and before seizing to work completely, it shows certain indicators. For example, the projector screen may show dull or faded images. If your projector lamp shows such signs, then it means you should buy a new projector lamp. In this write-up, we have shared a few important things that you need to know about replacing the projector lamp. 1) When to change the projector lamp If your projector screen shows faded images, then you should change the settings for colour and brightness. If there is no difference in the image quality, then you should buy your projector lamp soon. If your projector lamp is set to cover its average life soon, then you should at least purchase a backup for your projector. But if your projector bulb is functioning well, even after covering its averag...

Projectors are commonly used for delivering presentations in schools, business meetings, and seminars. A high-quality projector can help in featuring videos and images on a larger screen. Like any other electronic device, a project may fail from time to time. The sudden failure of a projector can put all your efforts into preparing the presentation in vain. Well, not all projector problems are permanent and some of them can be fixed by you easily. Here, we have mentioned a few problems related to the projector and how you can solve them. 1) Distorted image  To fix this issue, you should check whether the projector cable is working properly. If the projector cable is working properly, then the problem may arise due to the failed projector bulb or it may be due to the colour wheel/main board. While you can replace the projector lamp at home, the problem related to the main board needs to be fixed by an expert. 2) Projector overheating Generally, this problem arises due to the...

A projector lamp has a limited life and instead of regular maintenance, there comes a time when you have to replace it. To ensure that the projector lamp serves you longer, you need to handle it with care. The most important thing that you can do in this regard is to avoid using the projector for an extended period of time. It is important to ensure that the projector is not overheated. Therefore, allow it to cool down for at least 15 minutes after using it for 8 hours. The projector lamp is most susceptible while it is hot. Therefore, you should not manoeuvre the projector while it’s hot. In this write-up, we have shared a few simple tips to handle a projector lamp.  Operate your projector in a dust-free environment-  Dust and dirt can damage your projector parts. Therefore, you should place the projector in an area that gets the least exposure to dust. Avoid using it near a window. If possible, you should install an air purifier in the room. And, when you are not using the ...

Projectors have become an integral part of office presentations, organizing seminars, taking interactive classes, and so on. It helps in displaying texts, images, and videos on a larger screen. While with due care and maintenance a projector can be used for years, the projector lamp has a limited life that may vary between 2000 to 5000 years of use. Generally, a projector lamp shows some signals before ceasing to work completely. You should recognize these signals and change your projector lamp on time. 1) Popping sound After turning on the projector, if you hear a popping sound and the screen becomes completely dark, then it signifies it’s time to change the projector bulb. The projector lamps use high-pressure discharge technology which makes a chirping or popping sound on failing. 2) Indicator light Most projectors comprise an indicator light that indicates the appropriate time to change the projector lamp. If the indicator comes down, it suggests that you should purchase a backup. ...