Projector Lamp Not Turning On or Working: How to Fix it

Projectors can be quite useful for presentations or media sharing, but many users reported that the projector lamp is not turning on.

This seems like a big problem, and if this happens, the projector won’t show the computer screen or anything else. As you can see, it’s crucial to fix this issue as soon as possible and today we’re going to show you how to do that.

How do I know if my projector lamp is blown?

• A popping noise followed by a dark image is the clearest indicator that your lamp is broken.
• An indicator message will appear alerting you that there are issues with your lamp.
• Dim light from the projector is an early sign that something is wrong with your lamp.
• Color changes can appear on your projection if the lamp is having issues.
• Image flickering is a clear sign that something is wrong with your lamp.

What can I do if my projector lamp is not turning on?

1. Check the bulb light

1. Your projector comes with some LED indicators that can help you to understand what’s the issue with your projector.
2. Check the image above that shows the LED indicators and what it means.
   
3. Now if the Lamp LED is flashing red, it means the Lamp has a problem.
4. If it is flashing orange, you need to replace the Lamp.
5. If the Lamp LED is off, that means the problem is with the sensor or the fan.
6. If the Lamp LED is flashing orange, there is an obstacle around the projection window. Remove the obstacle or clean the obstacle sensors.
7. If the Lamp LED flashing Red, it is an internal Project error.

2. Other solutions to try

1. Make sure the power cable is connected properly to the projector. Check the power cord for issues.
   
2. Check if the projector’s buttons are locked for security reasons. Unlock if locked.
3. Check the projector has entered sleep mode.
4. If the Projector’s lamp has turned off and the Power and Temp lights are on, it means the projector has overheated and shut down to protect the projector from any damage.
5. If nothing seems working, send the projector for repair if it is under warranty.

If the projector lamp is not turning on, it’s most likely a glitch or a hardware issue with your projector.

To avoid these types of issues, always be sure to properly connect the projector to a PC and ensure that everything is working properly.

We hope that this guide helped you fix the projector light that was not working. In case you found a different solution that worked for you, share it with us in the comments below.