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New Planar 997-5950-00 projector lamp module with 230W P-VIP bulb in housing

Planar

Planar 997-5950-00 projector lamp 230W P-VIP

SKU CH-T1J7-QFT41

A 230W P-VIP replacement lamp module with housing for Planar projectors, rated 2000 hours normal or 4000 hours economy mode

  • Power rating230 W
  • Lamp lifespan2,000 (Normal) - 4,000 (Economy) Hrs.
  • Product typeP-VIP
  • Ready to install with pre-assembled bulb and housing
  • 230 W P-VIP lamp matches original specification
  • Up to 4,000 hours lamp life in economy mode
  • 2,000 hours rated life at normal brightness
  • Built to ISO 9001 quality standards

What this lamp is and who needs it

The Planar 997-5950-00 is a new 230W P-VIP replacement lamp module that includes a pre-assembled bulb and housing. It is built for owners of compatible Planar projectors who need a direct swap when the original lamp reaches end of life. The unit arrives ready to install without separate handling of the bare bulb.

When to replace and what changes

Replace the lamp when brightness drops or the projector signals end of lamp life. Normal mode delivers 2000 hours and Economy mode extends that to 4000 hours, so the jump is worth it if you run the projector daily and want longer intervals between changes. The lamp is manufactured to ISO9001 standards and tested for beam performance, ignition, voltage and run-time.

Installation ease and common pitfalls

Because the bulb and housing come fully assembled, installation is a straightforward module swap that typically requires only opening the lamp door and sliding the unit into place. The most common issues are failing to reset the lamp-hour counter after fitting the new module and touching the glass envelope with bare fingers, which can shorten lamp life.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Replacement Projector Bulbs, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $61.99
Cheaper than about 90% of the 9,513 comparable items (median $99.99).
Power rating 230 W
Higher than about 60% of the 8,831 comparable items (median 215 W).

Specifications

Product
Brand namePlanar
Product typeP-VIP
Display
Lamp lifespan2,000 (Normal) - 4,000 (Economy) Hrs.
Power
Power rating230 W

Questions about this item

Which Planar projector models accept the 997-5950-00 lamp housing?

This module is built to the 997-5950-00 form factor and fits the Planar projectors that specify that part number; check your projector manual to confirm compatibility.

What is the correct way to seat the 230 W P-VIP bulb assembly, and what step is often missed?

Power off and cool the projector, remove the old module, insert the new housing until the connector clicks, then reset the lamp-hour counter in the menu — skipping the reset is the common error.

How many hours can I expect from the P-VIP 230 W lamp before replacement?

The lamp is rated for 2,000 hours in Normal mode and 4,000 hours in Economy mode; replace it when brightness drops or the projector signals end of life.

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