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Hitachi CP-X2010N Lamp Replacement

Introduction

The lamp is the most essential part of the projector because it shines the light your projector uses to display vivid images. If the image is excessively dim or not backlit at all, replacing the lamp may be necessary.

Follow this guide to replace the lamp of your Hitachi CP-X2010N projector.

Before handling the lamp, ensure the device is powered off and unplugged. Also make sure that the projector has cooled off if it has recently been used, as it could become warm after prolonged use.

What you need

  1. Hitachi CP-X2010N Lamp Replacement, Top Panel: step 1, image 1 of 3 Hitachi CP-X2010N Lamp Replacement, Top Panel: step 1, image 2 of 3 Hitachi CP-X2010N Lamp Replacement, Top Panel: step 1, image 3 of 3

    • Flip the projector upside down to expose the screws on the underside.

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    • Use a Phillips #2 screwdriver to remove eight black 14 mm screws holding the top panel to the main projector body.

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  3. Hitachi CP-X2010N Lamp Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Flip projector right side up and orient it so you are facing the rear panel.

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    • Use a Phillips #2 screwdriver to remove two silver 22 mm long screws.

    • Use a Phillips #2 screwdriver to remove the short silver 10 mm screw.

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    • Carefully lift the top panel from the body of the projector, making sure it doesn't catch on anything.

    • Remove the panel from the body of the projector.

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  6. Hitachi CP-X2010N Lamp Replacement, Motherboard: step 6, image 1 of 3 Hitachi CP-X2010N Lamp Replacement, Motherboard: step 6, image 2 of 3 Hitachi CP-X2010N Lamp Replacement, Motherboard: step 6, image 3 of 3

    • Carefully pinch the edges of the two blue connectors and pull upwards to remove them from the motherboard.

    • Carefully pinch and remove the small gray connector next to the blue wire opposite the speakers.

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    • Use a Phillips #2 screwdriver to remove the two black 14 mm screws securing the button array.

    • Move the wires for better access to the screws if needed.

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    • Remove the bracket that was being held by the screw.

    • Take a picture or memorize its orientation for easier reinstallation.

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    • Pull the button array and network adapter out carefully.

    • Make sure all the wires connected to the array are unplugged.

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    • Use a Phillips #2 screwdriver to remove the silver 10 mm screw securing the ground wire.

    • Keep the screw and washer in an easily accessible place.

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  12. Hitachi CP-X2010N Lamp Replacement: step 11, image 1 of 1

    • Use a Phillips #2 screwdriver to remove the black 14 mm screw securing the motherboard to the case.

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    • Delicately pinch and pull off all the wired connections surrounding the outside of the motherboard.

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    • Use the tip of a spudger or your fingernail to flip up the small locking flap on the three orange cable locks. Then, you can safely pull the cables out.

    • Too much force could break the ribbon cable.

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    • Lift the motherboard out from the projector carefully so that it doesn't catch on any other components.

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  16. Hitachi CP-X2010N Lamp Replacement, Lamp: step 15, image 1 of 2 Hitachi CP-X2010N Lamp Replacement, Lamp: step 15, image 2 of 2

    • Using a Phillips #2 screwdriver, loosen three silver captive screws from lamp housing.

    • The screws are captive and do not need to be removed from the housing.

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    • Use a Phillips #2 screwdriver to remove the black 12 mm screw holding the housing to the lamp's brown power connector.

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    • Remove the lamp from its housing.

    • You may need to use an iFixit opening tool to loosen the brown power cord from its connector.

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    • Inspect the lamp for debris or damage.

    • Clean or replace the lamp as needed.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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