The next generation of big-screen television will probably use a replaceable lamp. Modern rear projection televisions are moving away from three picture tube technology; they use lamps as light sources in their LCD, DLP or LCoS engines. Most of these lamps are metal halide (high pressure mercury) and last from 1000 to 4000 hours.
Getting longer life from your big-screen TV lamp requires regular cleaning of the filter and the area around the bulb once a month. Excessive heat caused by dust and poor air flow will decrease lamp life. If there is a smoker or a pet with shedding hair in the home, regular cleaning becomes more important. Once a year, call us to disassemble the TV and clean the inside screen, mirrors and light-path system.
Although the lamp may be included in an extended warranty, purchase an extra bulb and learn how to change it yourself, thus avoiding downtime. Brightness output decreases through out bulb life. You may even wish to change the lamp when the screen brightness diminishes. Be aware that there are halogen bulbs being sold much less expensively than metal halide bulbs; but halogen bulb life is usually under 100 hours, and they produce a yellowish image.
If you purchase an extended warranty contract on one of these new televisions, make sure that the replaceable lamp is included in the coverage. As not all lamps are easy to change, check if coverage includes the installation.
We stock many of the manufacturers’ lamps. Expect to pay $300.00 to $500.00 for an original equipment projection TV lamp.

Beginning in July, we will conduct private lessons on the use of digital cameras. Applicants will be requested to fill out a survey to determine what topics will be most useful. Lessons designed for your specific needs will be held in our library. Custom oriented topics may include camera use, maintaining a picture catalogue, editing software, long-term storage, scanning and repairing old photos, printing in photo quality and selecting paper stock.
E-Mail a note to service@mccann1.com. Request the Digital Camera Class survey, after you return it, we will phone you to make an appointment.Cost is $200.00 per 90 minute lesson.
You may also fill out an online survey to help us better understand your specific needs and request.

Musical Instruments, Keyboard, Amplifier, Mixing Board,
Drum Machine repairs.

Big Screen repairs and cleaning.
In Home Service Available.