Sony XL-2100U Projector Lamp

This Sony is a wonderful set. Retailing for $6999 (paid $5089 on August, 2004). I'm on my 3rd bulb and it is still pretty bright. None of my bulbs have burned out, or even flashed at me. I just entered the service menu and it showed that I have 13,762 hours on this set. The 2 bulbs I've purchased online were $168 & $189 delivered.

I work at home and have the TV on all day, every day. For a set like this, a bulb once a year is a small price to pay. I read the PDF manual for this set before I bought it, so I was aware of the projector bulb life expectancy. Maybe you crybabies should research your next TV purchase.

If I had to replace this set, I would probably go for the 70" SXRD 1080P and its bulbs are even higher. If you want Sony's picture quality, you have always had to pay for it!