Additional Information
Replacing the Lamp
When the lamp becomes dark or the picture colour is
not normal or the lamp indicator
replace with a new lamp.
• Use the lamp XL-2000E for replacement. If you use
another lamp, it may cause damage to the set.
• Do not remove the lamp except when replacing it.
• Before replacing the lamp, turn off the power and
disconnect the power cord.
• Replace the lamp after it becomes cool. The front
glass of the lamp remains 100 °C (212 °F) and more
even 30 minutes after the power is turned off.
• Do not place the removed lamp in proximity to
children or flammable material.
• Do not get the removed lamp wet, or insert objects
inside the lamp. It may cause the lamp to explode.
• Do not place near metal or easily flammable objects,
as this may cause fire. Also, do not put your hand
inside the lamp compartment, as you may be burned.
• Attach the new lamp firmly. If it is not firmly
attached, the picture may become dark.
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Turn off the power and disconnect the power cord.
• If you start changing the lamp without disconnecting
the power cord, the standby indicator
flashes. To continue changing the lamp, disconnect the
power cord.
• Replace the lamp 30 minutes or more after the power
is turned off.
Prepare the new lamp.
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Remove the front panel.
Remove the front panel without moving the set.
Grasping the right side of the front panel with your
fingers, pull it forward. Be careful not to catch your
fingernails.
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Loosen the screw with the object such as a coin and
remove the lamp cover.
Loosen two screws and pull out the lamp.
Loosen two screws with the supplied wrench.
Pull out the lamp by the handle.
The lamp is still too hot just after the power is turned
off. Be careful that you don't touch the front glass or
surrounding area of the lamp or the glass of the lamp
compartment.
Attach the new lamp.
Replace the new lamp securely in the lamp receptacle and
fasten the screws tightly.
Attach the lamp cover.
Fasten the screw tightly with the object such as a coin.
Attach the front panel.
Attach the front panel as it was.
Do not touch or stain the front glass of the new lamp or the glass
of the lamp compartment. If the glass become dirty, the picture
quality may deteriorate or the lamp life may shorten.
Attach the lamp cover firmly. If it is not firmly attached, the
power will not turn on.
When the lamp burns out, a noise is audible. This does not
represent a damage.
Consult your nearest Sony service center to obtain a new lamp.
Always remember to dispose of used lamps in an evironmental
friendly way.