Epson PowerLite 83+ Projector Lens Replacement

Introduction

If the image is blurred, out of focus or distorted, and the cause is not in the menu settings or lens smudges, the projector lens may need to be replaced. Prior to replacement, refer to the Troubleshooting page for additional solutions. Follow this guide to replace the projector lens of your Epson PowerLite 83+ projector.

Before beginning this repair, make sure the the projector is off and unplugged from the power adapter.

What you need

Step 1 Motherboard

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Remove the eight 5mm Phillips #2 screws securing the projector's bottom cover.
A long shank Phillips #2 screwdriver is required to reach the screws.

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Step 2

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Flip the projector over and lift the top cover from the rear of the projector.
Two cables are connected at the front that prevent full removal.
Disconnect the slide cover JST connector. Grip the connector and rock it back and forth while apply gentle pressure.

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Step 3

Using a spudger, lift the ribbon cable's locking tab along the length of the cable.
Remove the ribbon cable from the connector and place the projector's top cover aside.

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Step 4

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Remove the two 6 mm Phillips #2 screws.
Remove the single silver 5 mm Phillips #2 screw.

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Step 5

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Using your fingernails or a spudger, remove the eleven JST connectors attached to the motherboard.

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Step 6

Using a spudger, flip up the plastic locking tabs and gently remove the three ribbon cables from their connectors.

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Step 7

Ensure all JST connectors are clear of the motherboard and that the ribbon cables freely move in their motherboard cutouts.
Lift the motherboard from the front side of the projector to clear the ribbon cables.
Disconnect the speaker's JST connector on the underside of the motherboard using your fingernails.
Remove the motherboard from the case.