Most DLP projectors use a color wheel. The color wheel spins RGB patterns in front of the light source at high speeds. DLP projectors use this color technology to deliver cinema-like quality.

What is a DLP color wheel?

DLP stands for Digital Light Processing. DLP projectors beam light through a color wheel, reflection mirrors, then finally a lens. Developed by Texas Instruments®, the DLP chip, aka digital micromirror device (DMD), differentiates DLP from LCD projectors.

Why is my color wheel not working on my projector?

Solution: Your color wheel may need to be replaced. Usually the color is off with an older, dimmer lamp. However, since the projector lamp only has one color – white – the problem is usually with the internal optics. The color wheel or other optical components may have been damaged while the lamp was being replaced.

What is projector DLP technology?

We all have heard that a projector DLP technology uses an animated color wheel to create colors in the picture … and that is the reality. Where there is a confusion in the minds of most is what exactly happens with the rotational speed of the color wheel and color regions (segment)

Why is my color wheel not working after replacing the lamp?

The color wheel or other optical components may have been damaged while the lamp was being replaced. Also installing generic lamps can damage the sophisticated and sensitive components such as the color wheel and DLP chip. The only solution for this problem is to contact a service rep.

How do I fix a dim picture on my projector?

It should be flush with the front of the lamp housing cage and the new bulb should sit exactly in the same placement as the old bulb. If the new bulb is off center or not aligned properly your image will be dim. Removing the bulb and re-installing it more carefully should take care of a dim picture.