When it’s time to replace your Boxlight XP-60m projector lamp our handy step-by-step guide is here to help!
Get the right projector lamp
Be sure to buy an authentic Boxlight XP-60m projector lamp from a recognized dealer. The cheaper knock off lamps being sold on popular e-commerce sites may seem like a bargain but will end up costing you money. You get what you pay for and in the case of generic lamps it’s some serious problems:
- shorter lamp life than original lamps
- toxic materials and carcinogenic parts including Krypton-85
- prone to explosions
- incompatibility causing damage to the sensitive electronics in your projectors
- no guarantee or refunds
Save yourself unnecessary headaches and buy an authentic Boxlight XP60M-930 from a recognized dealer. You’ll be getting a far superior product with a replacement guarantee and tech support.
Knowing when to replace the projector lamp
When the Boxlight XP60M-930 is reaching end of life, the alarm light on the Boxlight XP-60m projector flash red. Other indications that the lamp is reaching end of life include a picture that looks dim on screen or one with faded colours. Be sure to check the lamp life using the SERVICE menu found on the SETUP MENU. NOTE: Don’t use the lamp in the projector past it’s due date or it may overheat, stop working or explode causing the projector to shut down.
Find this lamp sold on Amazon by these authorized dealers:
- Boxlight XP60M-930 TV Lamp with Housing with 150 Days Warranty
- SpArc Bronze for Boxlight XP60M-930 Projector Replacement Lamp with Housing
Replacing the Boxlight XP60M-930 projector lamp
Before replacing the Boxlight XP60M-930 follow these safety tips:
- Disconnect the power cord on the Boxlight XP-60m projector.
- Reduce the risk of severe burns by allowing the Boxlight XP-60m projector to cool for at least 45 minutes. These projectors operate using high temperatures and you run the risk of severe burns if you don’t allow it to cool down.
Step 1: Place the projector on a soft surface and turn it over. Loosen the three screws holding the lamp unit in place.
Step 2: Carefully pull out and remove lamp housing. Be careful not to bang the bulb or it can shatter. Learn what to do if the bulb has broken.
Step 3: Insert the new Boxlight XP60M-930 projector lamp. Be careful not to touch the actual bulb as this can result in black spots from the oil on your hands.
Step 4: Tighten the screw on the outside of the projector lamp module.
NOTE: Be sure to recycle this projector lamp properly. The Boxlight XP60M-930 lamp contains mercury and should not be thrown into regular garbage. It must be recycled properly!
Resetting the Boxlight XP-60m lamp counter
Once the Boxlight XP60M-930 has been replaced, you will need to reset the lamp counter so the Boxlight XP-60m projector can accurately track the number of lamp hours remaining.
To reset the lamp hours:
- Plug in the power cord and press the Power switch to turn the projector back on.
- Go to SETUP MENU.
- Scroll down to the Reset lamp timer.
- Press Enter.
- This will reset the lamp hours to zero.
- Verify that the counter was reset by pressing MENU/SELECT and viewing the counter in the STATUS menu.
Learn how to extend the life of the Boxlight xP-60m. Check out Top tips for extending DLP projector lamp life.
Interested in a green alternative?
The Boxlight XP-60m has the option of replacing only the actual bulb and re-using the plastic cage. This reduces waste and is a great way to green your projector. Watch our step-by-step training video to learn more.
