Replacing a lamp
If the screen becomes dark, the color looks unusual, or the LAMP indicator on the front of the monitor flashes, it is time to replace the lamp with a new one.
Disposal of the Used Lamp
Sony regards protection of the environment as extremely important.
Kindly put the used lamp in the new lamp’s package and send it to the sales company whose address appears on the new lamp’s guaranty card.
Before replacement
•Be sure to use a Sony
•Do not remove the lamp for any purpose other than replacement.
•When replacing the lamp, let it cool down completely as the surface of the lamp remains extremely hot for at least 30 minutes after the power has been turned off.
•Do not leave the removed lamp near flammable materials.
•Do not pour water onto the removed lamp, nor put any object inside the lamp.
•Do not put inflammable materials and metal objects inside the lamp receptacle on the monitor, after removing the lamp. Do not touch the receptacle.
•Fit the new lamp securely, otherwise the screen may become dark, or it may cause a fire.
1 Turn off the power switch on the monitor and unplug the power cord.
Wait at least 30 minutes to allow the lamp to cool down before replacing it .
2 Remove the front panel.
Grasping the right end of the
Hold the monitor tightly. front panel with your fingers, pull the panel towards you. Repeat this step with the left end of the panel. Be careful not to catch your fingernails.
3 Loosen the screw with a coin or similar object to remove the lamp cover.
4 Loosen the two screws that secure the lamp, then pull out the lamp.
The lamp is very hot immediately after use. Never touch the front glass of the lamp or the surrounding parts.
Loosen the two screws with the hexagon head wrench (supplied with the lamp).
Hold the handle and pull out straight towards you.
Place the removed lamp into the empty box of the replacement lamp.
5 Mount the new lamp and tighten the two screws securely using the hexagon head wrench.
6 Mount the lamp cover and tighten the screw.
7 Mount the front panel.
Be careful not to damage the monitor’s speakers.
Notes
•Do not touch the front glass of a new lamp or the glass of the lamp receptacle. This may reduce picture quality or lamp life.
•Be sure to attach the lamp securely; otherwise, the monitor will not turn on.
•A loud sound may be heard when the lamp burns out. This is not dangerous.
•Consult your Sony dealer for obtaining the following lamp units: