Sony VPL-CX85: Projector Lamp Replacement Video Tutorial

In this short video you will see how to replace a bulb with housing in a Sony VPL-CX85 projector. The procedure for other Sony models will be similar. In this demonstration, the entire lamp housing is replaced with a new one. If you have purchased a bare bulb without housing, have a look at the video on replacing bulbs in housing.

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Turn off the projector by pressing the Power switch
Let the projector cool down for at least 30 minutes
Unplug the projector
Remove the screws that hold the lamp’s cover and take off the lamp’s cover
Remove the two screws that hold the lamp housing
Pull out the lamp housing
Unpack the new lamp
- If you purchased bare bulb without housing, check out our video Replacing a bare bulb in projector lamp housing
- Be careful not to touch the bulb with bare hands
- If necessary, use plastic gloves
Insert the new lamp and tighten it
Return and secure the cover back in its position
Clean or replace the dust filter
Plug the projector in but don’t switch it on yet
Perform a reset of lamp hours. Press the following keys on the Remote Commander in the following order for less than five seconds each: „Power“, „<=“, „=>“. „Enter“.