Is that $45 including the dirt or is dirt extra?

Yeah, that "minor hiccup" point got me. I always thought crashes like that meant something was seriously broken, but you're right, sometimes it really is just a quick config fix and a lesson learned.

@jessem59 nailed it with the warmer bulb tip. I run a 3000K dimmable Philips and it changed everything. The old 5000K was too clinical, made my eyes tired after one episode. Now I can binge three episodes of Gundam without squinting at the mobile suit details. Strongly recommend anyone try a warmer tone before upgrading the whole lamp.