Sony Grand Wega KF-42SX200K: Replacing the Lamp

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When the lamp becomes dark or the picture colour is 

not normal or the lamp indicator   on the TV set 

flashes, replace with a new lamp.

• Only use the lamp XL-2000E for replacement. If you 

use another lamp, it may cause damage to the TV set.

• Do not remove the lamp except when replacing it.  

• Before replacing the lamp, turn off the power and 

disconnect the power cord.

• Replace the lamp only after it becomes cool.  The front 

glass of the lamp remains at  least 100 °C (212 °F) even 

after the power has been turned off for 30 minutes.

• Do not place the old lamp in proximity to children or 

flammable material.

• Do not get the old lamp wet, or insert objects inside 

the lamp.  It may cause the lamp to explode.

• Do not place the old lamp near easily flammable 

objects, as this may cause fire. Also, do not put your 

hand inside the lamp compartment, as you may be 

burned. 

• Attach the new lamp securely.  If it is not securely 

attached,  the picture may become dark.

1

Turn off the power and disconnect the power cord.

• If you start changing the lamp without disconnecting 

the power cord, the standby indicator

on the TV set 

flashes. Disconnect the power cord to continue 

changing the lamp.

• Replace the lamp 30 minutes or more after the power 

is turned off to allow it to cool.

• Prepare the new lamp.

2

Remove the front panel

.

Remove the front panel without moving the TV set.

Grasp the right side of the front panel with your fingers 

and pull it forward.  Be careful not to catch your 

fingernails.

3

Loosen the screw with an object such as a coin and 

remove the lamp cover.

4

Loosen the two screws and pull out the lamp.

Loosen two screws with the hexagon key supplied.

Pull out the lamp by the handle.

The lamp is still extremely hot immediately after the 

power is turned off.  Be careful that you don’t touch 

the front glass or surrounding area of the lamp or the 

glass of the lamp compartment.

5

Attach the new lamp.

Replace the new lamp securely in the lamp receptacle and 

fasten the screws tightly using the hexagon key supplied.

6

Attach the lamp cover.

Fasten the screw tightly with an object such as a coin.

7

Attach the front panel.

Attach the front panel locating the left hand edge of the 

cover first and then pushing the right hand side back into 

place.

Notes

•

Do not touch or stain the front glass of the new lamp or the glass 

of the lamp compartment.  If the glass become dirty, the picture 

quality may deteriorate or the lamp life may shorten.

•

Attach the lamp cover firmly.  If it is not firmly attached, the 

power will not turn on.

•

When the lamp burns out, a noise is audible.  This does not 

indicate damage to the TV set. 

•

Consult your nearest Sony service center to obtain a new lamp.

•

Always remember to dispose of used lamps in an 

evironmentally friendly way.

Additional Information

Replacing the Lamp

Additional Information

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