So last night I am watching a DVD on my 4805 when I hear a loud pop and the color on the screen goes red. I immediately turn it off and let it cool for about an hour. I turn it back on and still red so I turn it off and start searching the forum here. Looks like the color wheel shattered.

Today I took the 4805 (not under warranty) apart and sure enough there are multi-colored plastic pieces inside. I clean it up and fire it back up.
It is 1960 all over again. Black and white TV.

I called Infocus to see about a replacement color wheel but all they do is suggest buying another projector and want to pass me on to sales. F that.

I figure it is time to upgrade to a 720p projector.

My question:

Is the projector OK without the color wheel?
Am I damaging it further?
Will it be fine until I buy a replacement?
Anyone know of a source for the color wheel for the easy fix?

Thanks.

Joe

I see refurbed 4805 for sale on line now and again, although less often now. Woot.com used to have them once in a while. I'd consider buying one of those. You would have your color wheel, and a spare bulb, for not much more (possibly less) than what it may cost you for a spare bulb.

Thanks for the reply. I will keep an eye on Woot. For now, I am running the projector and watching everything in black and white. I am sure that the color wheel also aids in cooling but hopefully I will find a replacement soon. Thanks again.

Joe