Panasonic PT-D5000 Series; ET-LAD55LW Projector Bulb

Panasonic has become a well respected name in the electronics industry. Many North Americans will find Panasonic branded products in their homes, work place, community centers, or even places of worship. Through successful partnering and branding, it seems Panasonic has become the dominant player in the audio visual market for everything church related. It was back in 2004 when church consumers saw the introduction of the PT-D5000 series of DLP dual lamp projectors by Panasonic. Since then, the church world has never looked back.

The PT-D5500U and PT-D5600U are dual lamp systems that provide crisp bright images and high resolution thanks for the power of the two lamps. Often noted is the strong ‘dust-free’ filtration system that helps to keep the temperature of the projector consistent. Why this projector has been such a success with churches and worship centers alike is due to its ability to display on large screens or in auditoriums; ideal for medium to large congregations. The array of eye-catching and striking color contrasts is something to be admired, but there is a cost to maintain this brilliance.

The projector bulbs used in the Panasonic PT-D5500U and PT-D5600U are sold in a dual-pack box; otherwise known as the ET-LAD55LW . If one of your lamps has burnt out, the other is soon to follow. The ET-LAD55LW is known for its long lamp life and its simplicity for easy installation. As in any industry, the end user has many choices when sourcing a replacement projector lamp. The ET-LAD55LW comes with a hefty price tag, and therefore, many suppliers in the market hope to cash in on dual-turnaround. Where consumers must be wary, is when trying to ‘find-a-deal’ online.

Panasonic has designed a high-end projector, with high-end parts. Retailers offering replacement lamps at bargain pricing might not have well-matched components for the end user. In a market full of aftermarket replacements, this is one lamp that consumers should not take any chances. It is difficult to pinpoint why third party manufacturers cannot mimic the quality and performance that Panasonic has crafted, but so far, there are no suitable alternatives. To better understand your options, it is always advised that the consumer speaks to a highly trained representative to weigh the pro’s and con’s of buying OEM vs. aftermarket.