Sony DLP Lamp XL-2200 How-To Replacement Guide

For Part Number: Sony DLP Lamp XL-2200 (Sealed replacement lamp for DLP televisions, SMALL lamp, SEALED lamp)

Tools Required: Phillips screwdriver, a pair of pliers, and a new lamp.

Time Required: About 15 minutes

Abstract: This guide is being published to show how easy it is to replace your original Sony DLP Lamp XL-2200 Lamp using an OEM lamp.

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Necessities:

1. A Phillips screwdriver
2. A Pair of Pliers
3. A new Philips Lamp
4. 15 minutes of your time

NOTE: The bulb should be handled with a clean lint-free cloth at all times to avoid any dirt or oil. Our hands are naturally oily…The oil residue from our hands can cause premature failure of the lamp if the front side of the lamp is not wiped down after the installation. It doesn’t hurt to do a final wipe with a clean, non-abrasive, lint-free cloth before reinstalling your lamp…

Here is the Sony DLP Lamp XL-2200 Lamp Enclosure, remember you can click on any image to enlarge!

Sony XL-2200 P22h lamp and enclosure
This guide is for the Sony XL-2200. Make sure you've got the right lamp.  
Sony XL-2200 P22h lamp and enclosure
You'll need the tools mentioned above.
Sony XL-2200 P22h lamp and enclosure
Examine the enclosure.  
Sony XL-2200 P22h lamp and enclosure
Identify the screws holding the metal housing in place. We'll get that off first.
Sony XL-2200 P22h lamp and enclosure
Use the Philips screw drive to remove the top metal and plastic piece.  
Sony XL-2200 P22h lamp and enclosure
Pull the two pieces apart.
Sony XL-2200 P22h lamp and enclosure
You'll see the wires are still attached to the connection and the terminals.  
Sony XL-2200 P22h lamp and enclosure
 
Sony XL-2200 P22h lamp and enclosure
You'll need the pliars and screwdrive now.  
Sony XL-2200 P22h lamp and enclosure
Use your pliars to remove the nut from one of the terminals on the lamp.
Sony XL-2200 P22h lamp and enclosure
   
Sony XL-2200 P22h lamp and enclosure
 
Sony XL-2200 P22h lamp and enclosure
When reversing instructions, hand tighten--DO NOT over tighten the screws.  
Sony XL-2200 P22h lamp and enclosure
You can now dismount the lamp from the bottom half of the enclosure with a screw driver.
Sony XL-2200 P22h lamp and enclosure
Handle the lamp with caution!  
Sony XL-2200 P22h lamp and enclosure
To remove the lamp, unscrew the brackets at the corners of the lamp.
Sony XL-2200 P22h lamp and enclosure
   
Sony XL-2200 P22h lamp and enclosure
 
Sony XL-2200 P22h lamp and enclosure
There should be 4 in all.  
Sony XL-2200 P22h lamp and enclosure
Pull the lamp out.
Sony XL-2200 P22h lamp and enclosure
   
Sony XL-2200 P22h lamp and enclosure
Keep all your screws and pieces handy--we're going to reuse them.
Sony XL-2200 P22h lamp and enclosure
Here's a side by side of the old lamp and the new lamp.  
Sony XL-2200 P22h lamp and enclosure
Reverse instructions and put the new lamp in. Try not to get them confused, or you will have to start over ;)
Sony XL-2200 P22h lamp and enclosure
Hand tighten only. Don't over torque the screws.  
Sony XL-2200 P22h lamp and enclosure
Hand tighten the nut.
Sony XL-2200 P22h lamp and enclosure
Excessive torque can break the terminal, so be careful.  
Sony XL-2200 P22h lamp and enclosure
Put the plastic/metal case and the front piece back together.
Sony XL-2200 P22h lamp and enclosure
Screw the cases tight.   Sony XL-2200 P22h lamp and enclosure Make sure you don't have any lose screws.
Sony XL-2200 P22h lamp and enclosure You're done!      

 

IMPORTANT: The bulb should be handled with a clean cloth at all times to avoid any dirt or oil. Our hands are naturally oily…this is a no-no for these lamps. It doesn’t hurt to do a final wipe with a clean, non-abrasive, lint-free cloth before reinstalling your lamp…

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