Projection lamps, also known as projector lamps or projector bulbs, are the part in a projector that lets it project images onto a screen. They are basically the same as light bulbs, in that they give off light and there are different types and wattage. Choosing the right lamp for your projector is important because your projector won't work without the right one, or else it will work improperly or become a fire hazard. The steps for how to choose the right projector lamp are as follows: Find the brand of your projector and then find the make of your projector. The next step is buying the lamp itself, which is best done online for comparative shopping.
Note: Although this guide is primarily for projector lamps, some notes will also be included for television projector lamps.
- Find the brand. Different brands have different kinds of projector lamps. Make sure you choose the same brand as the projector that you own. Usually the brand is written somewhere on your projector. It is important to note that while companies like JVC make both projection TVs and regular projectors, they DO NOT use the same projector lamp. You need to find the brand for the product whose lamp you are replacing. Some common brands include:
- Projectors: JVC, 3M, Proxima
- Television and Movie Projectors: Sylvania, JVC, Toshiba
- Find the model. The model of your projector or projection TV can be found with the paperwork that came with your product. You can also find it on the product itself. The location of the model number will vary with the model, but it is always written somewhere. This is true whether for projectors or projection TVs. Example models would be S520 or CP-L750.
- Purchase a projector lamp. If you want to get the best price for your projector lamp, there's no better way than searching online. Find websites that allow you to search by brand and make, be sure that you find the right lamp for your projector, and then choose the website that offers the best price. The normal rules of Internet safety apply. Be sure that the website is a reputable one (try snooping around scam-reporting sites to see if that website has been reported), and make sure you are buying a replacement lamp that has been made by the same company that made your projector.
With these thoughts in mind, it should be easy to choose the right projector lamp.
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