jamison162
07-09-2009, 07:44 AM
I have a 60" Sony LCD RP. Model KDF-60WF655. It still has the original lamp/bulb assembly. I purchased this tv new back in 2005. The lamp timer reads 11,013 hrs and the on/off cycles 5,627.
The picture still looks good but not as good as it was new. I have noticed my HD channels look good but they don't "pop" like I once noticed.
Do bulbs degrade over time or is it either "working or not". Should I replace at this time...a new original lamp assembly is only $149. I also just bought a Panny Blu-Ray and wan't to take full advantage of my setup.
Lastly, I have been having issues with a bluish/purple looking area all over the screen. I have found out there was a recall on the light engine by Sony but it has expired. I've also read this could be anything from dust, melted LCD panels, optical engine problem....but wonder if a new bulb would address this.
Any advice?
Edit: With 11,000 hrs, I obviously want to use the same brand of bulb but some sources say the OEM is Phillips while others say they are Osram. Is there anyway I can remove the housing to see for sure?
The picture still looks good but not as good as it was new. I have noticed my HD channels look good but they don't "pop" like I once noticed.
Do bulbs degrade over time or is it either "working or not". Should I replace at this time...a new original lamp assembly is only $149. I also just bought a Panny Blu-Ray and wan't to take full advantage of my setup.
Lastly, I have been having issues with a bluish/purple looking area all over the screen. I have found out there was a recall on the light engine by Sony but it has expired. I've also read this could be anything from dust, melted LCD panels, optical engine problem....but wonder if a new bulb would address this.
Any advice?
Edit: With 11,000 hrs, I obviously want to use the same brand of bulb but some sources say the OEM is Phillips while others say they are Osram. Is there anyway I can remove the housing to see for sure?