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Consumer Electronics of all kinds. Audio, esoteric audio systems and components, video, tv. Digital equipment for consumer use. Ham radio and automotive electronics.

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Questions Answered By Expert cleggsan
In Category TV/VCR/Stereo Troubleshooting

Subject	Date Asked

MITSUBISHI HD 1080	10/11/2008
Q: My Mitsubishi HD 1080 is about 5-6 years old, and has been working fine. Today when I tried to turn ... A: Power supply failures are not uncommon in sets of this vintage. Repairs usually run around $300 - ...
sanyon tv	10/11/2008
Q: My grandfather gave me a sanyo MTS tv, its huge and very heavy! We didn't have a remote so we ... A: Ugh! You didn't give me the model number of your Sanyo set. That would surely help as not all of ...
Panasonic TC-26LX70	10/10/2008
Q: I purchased my Pansonic TC26LX70 TV about 7 mths ago. It worked fine up to a month ago when I ... A: Yes, it could be the same problem. No, I don't think it is caused by other apparatus. Do a reset. ...
'sharp' tv	10/10/2008
Q: i'm, not receiving channels higher than 13 unless my vcr is on. A: You must reset the antenna. Go into the menu and set antenna for either cable or air-antenna, which ...
sony tv	10/9/2008
Q: The display in the upper right hand corner of my Sony TV Model KV32S16 will not go off. It is about ... A: Sorry, I don't understand the question. Can you clarify what you mean? Are you saying that there ...
Taping VHS	10/9/2008
Q: when I try to tape a tv show, my VCR will shut off after 5-6 minutes. It does it everytime. I can ... A: There are many things that can cause this and I would need to know more about the symptoms and the ...
one track repeat won't turn off and no remote	10/8/2008
Q: Can anyone please tell me how i can remove a one track repeat with a remote? It use to have one but ... A: Sorry, you must have the remote. You can try a hard reset but I doubt if it will solve the problem. ...
TV no longer shows Direct TV on CH 3	10/8/2008
Q: This morning my year old grandson walked over to the TV and pressed the channel buttons and or ... A: Probably you have the Direct TV cable going into either the antenna or the composite inputs. Just ...
Hitachi HDTV model 53sbx59b	10/7/2008
Q: The cable man has come out to see what the problem was and apparently the inputs aren't working or ... A: This tv does not send signals back. But, the cable company may have a tester that sends a test ...
Mitsubishi VS-5072 TV	10/7/2008
Q: This TV just stopped working. Nothing happens when you turn it on. I'm thinking fuse, but everyone I ... A: Make sure you are getting power to it. Check the circuit breaker or put a lamp into the same power ...
Toshiba 50H82	10/5/2008
Q: I have a Toshiba 50H82 TV that has recently began having color issues. It started out with he ... A: This is a strange set of symptoms and I fear it is one of the main boards going/gone bad. Such a ...
hook earphones to T.V	10/4/2008
Q: WE have a Zenith Mod. C25A24T (v/a and axa/v ,s-video in the back)what jacks and where if we install ... A: Bad News: According to the owners manual on your model it does not have headphone output ...
VCR trouble- Emerson Model# EVW401A	10/3/2008
Q: I'm having some trouble with my VCR and I'm hoping you might have a quick solution. It's an Emerson ... A: Sorry, but vcr machines are very seldom a good investment for repair. Why? Because they are low ...
Video taping problem	10/3/2008
Q: My mom's VCR has suddenly begun taping the NPR audio over the picture of her programs. What's ... A: You did not answer my questions. You did not ask a coherent question that I could understand and I ...
Panasonic HDTV 1080i	10/2/2008
Q: My tv won't turn on. It was fine when I left for church about 2 hours ago. Now the button to turn ... A: First, never "smash" the button as it can cause damage to it. If it does not work with a gentle ...
TV and TV channels	10/2/2008
Q: I have a Panasonic TV Model CT-20G5B connected to cable via a vcr. I do not have a remote and use ... A: The vcr may be on the wrong setting. ONE: For example, there are two or three antenna settings in ...
HDTV settings	10/1/2008
Q: My 65 inch Toshiba is 1080p, but now my settings are 480i on HD stations. How do I get them back to ... A: Read the manual for the settings. Most of the newer models are automatic and will set the scan to ...
Sony VCR SLV-272UC HQ	10/1/2008
Q: I have a Sony VCR and use it to run cable into an old TV set that is not cable compatible. It has ... A: Try putting the vcr in record mode and see if it will stay on. Secondly, do a reset. This is done ...
TV picture tube	9/30/2008
Q: I have a 1994 35" Mitsubishi television was working fine turn off this morning when I turned it on ... A: Please write a letter to the manufacturer thanking them for making a fine set! It is now 10 years ...
Sony Red Line	9/30/2008
Q: I have a 46" sony wega kdf-46e2000 rear projection lcd screen TV, lately i have noticed a red line ... A: Yes, Sony tv receivers are not what they used to be. Their reliability has slipped alot over the ...
connecting a dvd/vcr combo	9/29/2008
Q: I got the Toshiba D-VR610KU dvd video recorder/videocassette recorder. I thought I had it connected ... A: http://www.tacp.toshiba.com/tacpassets-images/models/d-vr610/docs/d-vr610_spec.pdf The URL above ...
tv converter	9/28/2008
Q: i just recently bought a converter box for my analog tv, i actually bought it today. the picture's ... A: Tune to a local channel. And, take an old wire coat hanger and stick it in the antenna input hole in ...
continuous channel changing	9/28/2008
Q: tv is a ge 32" -- went to bed one nite - woke up next morning- turned on tv and it started changing ... A: It is the controller circuitry. Probably an IC chip gone south or the voltage regulator that is ...
TV repair	9/27/2008
Q: I have a 60 inch Sony projection tv that suddenly stops working no picture and no sound and I can ... A: Depends on the model. Mostly, a good Sony RPTV should be good for 12 to 15 years of service. ...
tv converter	9/27/2008
Q: i just recently bought a converter box for my analog tv, i actually bought it today. the picture's ... A: This is big problem. One of the short-comings of the new digital tv. Here is what I would try: ...
Philips 32PW8806/79R red led flashes, can not turn On	9/26/2008
Q: I have got Philips CRT tube, wide screen TV. Model: 32PW8806/79R. About 6 years old. TV operates ... A: Power supply problem. I predict it is a gassy electrolytic capacitor in the ripple filter, but could ...
kv-2780R	9/26/2008
Q: my sony 27" has no color..picture very well.. A: Many possible causes. Requires a test by a good tech to be sure. However, most common cause would ...
HDMI Cable	9/25/2008
Q: I just bought a 65inch Mitsubishi tv and I'm trying to connect my HDMI cable to my DishTV receiver ... A: Should work just fine. You must have it setup correctly for it to recognize the incoming signal ...
pioneer pdp-5030HD	9/25/2008
Q: MY Plasma tv exploded ( it sparked & popped) Now the display does not work but the reciever does ... A: Better call Pioneer right away and speak with their technical folks. See if the don't have an ...
Mitsubishi WS-65511	9/24/2008
Q: This Big Screen was produce November 2003 and the model number is WS-65511. MY big screen is not ... A: If you have a surge protector or any kind of line conditioner, remove it and try with direct power. ...
Pioneer VSX-9300	9/24/2008
Q: After a party I realized that I had to turn the volume control up to be able to hear anything out of ... A: ONE: Try a reset. Unplug the power cord for 30 minutes, then try it again. TWO: If that does not ...
Late 1980's or early 1990's LXI tv	9/23/2008
Q: I accidently turned on the on screen demo and can't figure out how to turn it off. Any Suggestions? A: It takes the combination of holding down two buttons on the remote at the same time. Also, on some ...
Sony HCD-251 compact disc receiver	9/23/2008
Q: I read back to December of 07 with no one asking this question. I bought a stereo from a thrift ... A: Here are my thoughts: ONE: If it worked well in the shop before you took it home and now it does ...
No sound	9/22/2008
Q: I have a 50 inch Toshiba Theatre view TV...I was gone for the weekend and when I got home the wife ... A: Could you give the model number and its age? When in tv does it give noise or sound of any kind? ...
RCA TV 27V412T	9/22/2008
Q: How do I change the sound from mono to stereo? I am not finding it in the sound menu option. A: Please refer to your owners manual, page 32. Your remote has an MTS button on it just below the ...
Brand New TV out the box won't power up	9/21/2008
Q: I have Panasonic Plasma 50 inch TV brand new right out of the box. connected the power and the tv ... A: It is likely a power supply failure, but it can be any of a host of problems. Anything that ...
Sound but no video	9/20/2008
Q: I live in Malaysia and have an LG Plasma (Model 42PG20R-TA). My television is fairly new and ... A: Let me make sure I understand the symptoms: - The audio comes through normally with dvd playing ...
Failure of Convergence Circuit	9/20/2008
Q: I have a Hitachi 43FWX20B and had a failure of the convergence circuit last July (I learned all ... A: Yes, I am sorry to say, the repair is the same. It involves replacing two ICs (Called stk 392 s). ...
RCA P52770EB projection TV	9/19/2008
Q: I have a rca projection tv that used to cut off from time to time.You could just turn it back on and ... A: This is a famous problem for RCA RPTV sets. They develop problems in the main power supply and over ...
Maxent 42" Plasma	9/19/2008
Q: I have picture but no sound. How do I fix this? The TV is set to interal sound and only makes ... A: ONE: Are you sure you don't have it set on SAP? TWO: After verifying you have it on stereo, are ...
GE 27GT722 Color Television	9/18/2008
Q: GE Model 27GT722 blows fuse. Found Q14101 shorted and removed it. Cannot make out part number on ... A: Schematics are hard to come by for GE because you never know who made it. They have them made by ...
rca lcd tv	9/18/2008
Q: i have a rca lcd tv, 46" screen, model #L46WD22YX5, this tv was working pefectly, we watched a dvd, ... A: If you go back to watching the movie is the picture good? If it is just when tuned to a tv channel ...
Magnavox problems powering on	9/17/2008
Q: I recently purchased a used Magnavox 27ms3404/17. however in order to get a steady picture I must ... A: Take it back immediately before it goes out of warranty. It should not do that; something is wrong ...
PC-Home Stereo Connection	9/17/2008
Q: .. I'm trying to connect the audio signal from my crappy dektop PC to my crappy, complicated home ... A: You can purchase a power plug with a loose grounding strap at Walmart and such places. (About ...
RCA P52937 Projection TV	9/16/2008
Q: My 2002 RCA Projection TV Model P52937 began going off and on. You could turn it back on and it ... A: Here is the problem: ONE: It is an RCA. They are notoriously bad for reliability. TWO: The ...
Toshiba DVD/VCR	9/16/2008
Q: I have a 4year old Toshiba DVD/VCRplayer. It plays and records vhs tapes but only plays DVD's. When ... A: Without the model number of the machine I can only give you generic information. The system is ...
HP LC2600N(made in 2005) power problem	9/15/2008
Q: My LCD TV tries to power on automatically when power is applied...then immediately powers off...it ... A: It will probably require some voltage measurements or waveform checks to determine where the problem ...
sony kp46s15 projection tv lose of picture..	9/15/2008
Q: 1995 -1996 sony kp-46s15 projection tv, has sound but lamps won't go on, occasionaly they get a ... A: Probably loss of high voltage. Let's give it an 80% probability this is the case. Repair involves ...
JVC rear projection picture issue	9/14/2008
Q: Have a picture issue with my JVC. Distortion at top and in the center. I notice what sounds like ... A: It is not typical, but looks like a failure of the convergence circuitry. Let's give it an 85% ...
Weird acting tv, video problems	9/14/2008
Q: I have an RCA TV/DVD combo that has been experiencing some problems. Generally speaking, this TV is ... A: This is an RCA. They are not good for reliability. Further combo units of any brand are not a good ...
won't turn on	9/13/2008
Q: I got a 52' projection form a friend, and it doesn't turn on at all. I push the power button and ... A: No light on the front panel? If not, check the line cord and the outlet to make sure you are getting ...
PC-Home Stereo Connection	9/13/2008
Q: .. I'm trying to connect the audio signal from my crappy dektop PC to my crappy, complicated home ... A: Try the following: ONE: Disconnect the cable from the PC and let it hang loose. Do you get any ...
samsung ps50q7hdx/xeu	9/12/2008
Q: hi i bought a 50in plasma 2 years ago and their is red green and blue speks all over the screen and ... A: Well, it seems like the plasma display driver circuits are going bad. To give a good diagnosis it ...
Mitsubishi VS 50609	9/12/2008
Q: We have a Mitsubishi large screen T.V. Model #VS-50609. We bought it new in 2003 and it's been ... A: Without seeing the screen or a better explanation of what "blurriness" means I cannot give you a ...
DVD Recording (Magnavox MWR10D6)	9/11/2008
Q: I am trying to record multiple shows on one DVD. I record one episode on a Maxell DVD+RW set at LP ... A: I think this unit can do multiple recording sessions when using dvd+rw disc. I think you must ...
2001 toshiba tv	9/10/2008
Q: I have a 2001 toshiba tv model#36a41 whenever we turn the tv off the little red light stays on and ... A: It may be a faulty IR receiver. This sits behind the eye where the remote control sends its signal. ...
RCA 42" 2006 model SDTV	9/10/2008
Q: I had no problems at all with the tv, and the other night it just cut itself off. When I tried to ... A: It has gone into protection mode. This is caused by excessive current somewhere inside the tv. The ...
1998 JVC 27"	9/9/2008
Q: My set started having the same problem. Come on for a few seconds then it shuts off. However, the ... A: A 1998 set is now 10 years old. The average life span of a 27 inch tube set is around 7 to 8 or 9 ...
Leaving a TV on...	9/9/2008
Q: I like to leave the TV on for the dog when I leave for the day. I have always done this as did my ... A: Theoretically no problem. However, there are a few matters to concern yourself with. ONE: At some ...
color of picture is screwed up.	9/8/2008
Q: My television is a projection TV, at least that's what I think you call it when it has the 3 colored ... A: The problem is failure of the convergence system. It requires replacement of the two integrated ...
Sony KV-24FS100	9/8/2008
Q: This TV manufactured in 2003. Suddenly became very dark and difficult to view. Faces turned red, and ... A: You will have to explain in more detail what the picture is doing in order for me to interpret the ...
TV audio no longer functions	9/7/2008
Q: I have a fairly old, inexpensive 20-inch RCA TV that took a tumble recently when our 10 year-old son ... A: You did not give a model so I can't look up anything technical. However: ONE: This is, as you ...
2004 Sony Grand Wega 50 inch hdtv	9/7/2008
Q: Our TV all of a sudden has a pink tint to it. We have had the lamp replaced in 2004, but when it ... A: Can you adjust for it by going into the color controls and bringing it back to normal colors? Have ...
TV problem	9/6/2008
Q: I have a 3yr old regular tv (regular as in not LCD/Plasma) and last night it shut itself off and ... A: It depends on what has caused this problem. Sometimes - not often - it is a minor problem and is ...
Sony KV 32S42	9/6/2008
Q: Sony KV-32S42 TV wont stop searching channelsposted by indirect17 on Sep 05, 2008Report abuse When ... A: Try this. It should bring it back to life, but if it does not, let me know - or call a tech to give ...
Car Audio/ popping noise after turning off ignition	9/5/2008
Q: I have a 1997 Dodge Intrepid with the following car audio equipment. JVC Arsenal 880 head unit, JL ... A: Are not the 4 front speakers powered by one amplifier? Describe the sound of the popping noise. ...
Convergenance Problem	9/5/2008
Q: I have a 2 year old Sony TV model KDF-E50A10. I have a 4 inch green band at the bottom of the ... A: Well, this is an LCD rear projection set and it has an entirely different convergence system than ...
43p8341-No Picture or sound	9/4/2008
Q: I have one of the trouble T.Vs and when i push the power button the light stays on and the screen ... A: This is a troublesome set. Lots of owners have the same or similar problems. The power supply ...
Tv won't come on.	9/4/2008
Q: I have a 57 inch Sony model#kp57ws520 it was hooked up to direct TV dvr but some how the direct dvr ... A: Nine blinks has to do with a failure of the power supply. Probably the main power supply board ...
TV not coming on	9/3/2008
Q: including my large screen Sony TV and satellite set up. After setting up the system, and pressing ... A: Unplug it; let the tv rest for at least 2 hours then plug the power cord back in and try it again. ...
Infrared Signal	9/3/2008
Q: Im doing a project on the IR to RF transmission. How would the infrared signal being converted to ... A: IR or Infra Red signal is like a light beam. Compare it to a flashlight beam. It is not an ...
Mitsubishi VS-60607, problems with my dish connection	9/2/2008
Q: this TV is a 2000 model, and i have had the Dish Network Cable connection for around 3 years, then ... A: The tv is telling you that the connection to antenna A is not working. Make sure you are or are not ...
can't see top and bottom of screen	9/2/2008
Q: I have a 27" Magnavox TV model TP2782 C104, chassis 27R501OOBB. When watching baseball game, the ... A: Maybe the vertical size is set too big and the far top and far bottom of the screen is off scale. ...
dvd player working on tv with out a remote	9/1/2008
Q: i have a proscan tv and im trying to hook a dvd player to it. i do not have a remote controle for ... A: Yes. You can purchase a remote that will operate it for $1.00 to $10. Just make certain the remote ...
VCR - smeared image upper 1/3 screen	8/31/2008
Q: Old TV set (VCR connected to TV's arial jack): With most video cassettes played on my VCR - double ... A: It is the tracking adjustment or head alignmenet inside the vcr. It requires either adjustment of ...
mitsubishi tv model # wt-42315	8/31/2008
Q: i have no power even on the led light A: Check power outlet. Plug lamp into same outlet to show you really have power in it. If breaker in ...
sony vega 50" LCD tv	8/30/2008
Q: My TV and DVR are high def. A few days ago tv started cutting itself off then back on. When ... A: It might correct itself with a hard reset. Your owners manual may have a reset that can be ...
VCR Output Channel	8/29/2008
Q: As a fellow 'expert' (I do 'dramatic movies' and 'DVD'), I know how busy this can keep you, so ... A: Not sure I understand the question. A vcr, when playing back a tape, outputs it to a video ...
vcr/tv	8/29/2008
Q: I have a new magnavox model 32mf338b/27. After recording with my vcr, the playback is terrible. The ... A: You did not give me the make/model of the vcr. Did you try the vcr in your old tv or another tv ...
rear projection red dots	8/28/2008
Q: I've had my panasonic 60" rear projection television for about three years now and over the past few ... A: A rear projection tv of the ordinary kind does not use a lamp. If you have an LCD or DLP ...
Blurry TV screen	8/28/2008
Q: I have a Sony KP-51WS500 television, manufactured 12/2002. I purchased it used approx. one year ago ... A: If the "blurred" picture is showing double or triple images over the top of each other like a 3=D ...
Problems with Mits. WS-55807	8/27/2008
Q: I'm having increasing problems with my Mits television. It seems like the colors are separating ... A: It looks like the convergence circuitry is failing. This is quite a common problem for all big ...
my car stereo	8/27/2008
Q: I have a 1987 blazer s10 clutch and I want to know how to wire a sweet as stereo system into it ... A: I suggest you to look at this page for learning the basics of removal, wiring, etc. ...
sony tv	8/26/2008
Q: I turned my tv, Sony HDTV off because of a storm and when I turned it back on it will not turn on, ... A: Sony has a diagnostic function built into their tvs. When you get 8 blinks it has to do with ...
No inputs on Toshiba 32A32 (July 2002)	8/26/2008
Q: My Toshiba simply stopped working one day. No signal, although I didn't see it actually go. I left ... A: First, do a hard reset just to make sure the software codes are not corrupted. Do it by unplugging ...
blinking LEDS Sony KV-27V45	8/25/2008
Q: My 27" Sony KV-27V45 shut itself off today. The stereo LED is on constantly and the standby/timer ... A: Four blinks is associated with failure of the vertical deflection amplifier. Usually the set stays ...
picture and sound problems	8/25/2008
Q: i have a RCA F32450 tv. it was working fine earlier in the day and now when you turn it on the green ... A: http://www.fixya.com/support/t240182-rca_f32450_32_tv_suddenly_shut_off ...
Magnavox Big screen picture problem.	8/24/2008
Q: I have a 50 some inch magnavox big screen television. Just started having an arch up from the bottom ... A: It is most certainly a failure of the convergence circuit. This requires the replacement of the ...
Plasma TV problem	8/24/2008
Q: I have an LG 42" HDTV plasma about 3 years old. Recently a vertical, blue band appeared. It is ... A: It is likely the driver to the display or the digital video processor. The cause can be anything ...
static noise	8/23/2008
Q: I have Direct TV. It is "mirrored" to an additional set. Legally... The problem is static noise ... A: Are you using the right outputs and inputs? Have you contacted the Direct TV people? This may be a ...
SONY 51 INCH REAR PROJECTION	8/22/2008
Q: MODEL NO.KP51WS520 FAILS TO TURN ON. IT HAS SOUND AND THE STAND BY LIGHT BLINKS FIVE TIMES. IT HAS ... A: Normally when the audio remains working but the picture is black it points to the high voltage ...
LCD Blue Screen	8/22/2008
Q: I have a Hannspree LCD that only displays a blue screen when turned on. If I hit the menu button, I ... A: Blue screen usually means there is no video signal present. First, check the input cables and the ...
TV switching on	8/21/2008
Q: I have a Toshiba 127cm? rear projection TV about 4 years old. Occasionally the TV switches itself on ... A: ONE: Try covering up the IR remote eye on the tv with black tape. Operate the tv with the front ...
insignia TV w/DVD VCR built in	8/21/2008
Q: the VCR tray is broken, so TV will only come on for a few seconds, and then turns off. is there a ... A: It is strange that you cannot function the tv independent of the vcr. However, if the system tries ...
magnovox tv ..model number ts3270 b101	8/20/2008
Q: ..This tv no longer works off the remote.. when first plugged in goes straight to a "demo" screen.. ... A: Has it always gone to the demo mode? Did is work correctly at one time? And what caused it to ...
VCR recording wrong channel	8/20/2008
Q: Recently my ESA E4000 VCR/DVD player combo started acting up. When I program a VCR recording, the ... A: I don't know this model directly but it is most likely programmed similarly to all the other Daewoo ...
Memorex MT 2726D-blk flat screen TV	8/19/2008
Q: This date code is April 2007. I'm the second owner and when I turn it on there is a small white line ... A: As a general rule when the audio is working but the picture has shrunk to a line in the center of ...
Wacked off cable reciever	8/19/2008
Q: I bought a 2003 Symphonic 27" tv model number:WF2703 from a thrift store. The only defect is that ... A: You should be able to connect the a/v outputs of the vcr to the inputs of the tv a/v connectors and ...
panasonic NV-VP30	8/18/2008
Q: Since my son changed a setting with the remote, it will no longer function other than entering ... A: Not sure what the problem is. Is it the tuning section that is not working properly? A reset can ...
samsung dlphlr4266w	8/18/2008
Q: Watching the television it will shut off say does not support mode or signal and come back on after ... A: Could I refer you to Mr. Allan Wainwright on this one. He has better experience and now how with ...
Fisher CD Changer\Turntable DAC 9025	8/17/2008
Q: I have a cd changerturntable combined that will not play either. At first I thought it was the belt ... A: Are you sure it is not the belt? This model is prone to throw belts. You can order up new belts by ...
magnavox tv turns off by itself	8/17/2008
Q: I just bought a magnavox flat screen tv model 15MF050V/17 itlooks fine the problem is that I turn it ... A: The owners manual is here: http://www.p4c.philips.com/files/1/15mf050v_37/15mf050v_37_dfu_eng.pdf ...
RCA P52937SG Projection TV	8/16/2008
Q: I have a 52" RCA P52937SG Rear Projection TV made in January 2004 and I am trying to determine if it ... A: Sorry, I don't know this model and the RCA support page does not provide a manual for this model; ...
television turns orange	8/16/2008
Q: My RCA 27" when I turn it on it turns orange and you cannot see the picture. A: Can you give me the model number and its approximate age? RCA sets have not, during the past few ...
TV	8/15/2008
Q: I have a Broksonic TV model #CTGV-5436TCT. Is there any way to access the AVI input channel ( I do ... A: No. You must have the remote to inter the a/v inputs. You can purchase universal remotes that ...
Sanyo TV problem	8/15/2008
Q: I had written you earlier about a Sanyo model DS31450 that the sound won't work on. You said to try ... A: Do you have audio at the audio output jacks in the back? You can check it by feeding those outputs ...
samsung HL-R5067W TV	8/14/2008
Q: 3yrs. old sound good picture has green vertical and horizonal line flickering. HD channels has ... A: This is a rear projection DLP type set. They have many technical troubles because the DLP technology ...
Portable DVD player - No disc message	8/13/2008
Q: I have an AudioVox 7" portable DVD player, Model D 1718PL, manufactured July 2007. The unit turns ... A: You can try cleaning the lens of the optical pickup. Use a cotton q-tip and just flick off the lens ...
Changing the Sound on a Magnavox TS2746C	8/13/2008
Q: The sound in stuck on Mono for our Magnavox TS2746C and can't change it to stereo. We don't have ... A: You must enter into the OSD (On Screen Display) and move the audio arrow from mono to stereo. Only ...
sony tv	8/12/2008
Q: I got from my wife mother and I fix it its mine.I turn it on and it just turns it's self off and ... A: This kind of symptom requires some testing to identify the bad section. But, it is very common for ...
Model JVC AV-36850	8/12/2008
Q: Model JVC AV-36850. when I turn the tv on, I start with a white horizontal line with black ... A: The horizontal line means the vertical deflection amplifier has gone bad and it is usually, but not ...
RCA HDTV-words are blurry	8/11/2008
Q: I have a 3 year old RCA 52" HDTV. The picture is fine but all the words in headers, footers, and ... A: From your description of the symptoms it may be either a focus adjustment or the convergence circuit ...
dtv conversion box	8/11/2008
Q: I have installed the DTV conversion box but have lost channels. Anyway to boost the antenna signals ... A: Yes, you are not alone. This is a real problem. Consumers are finding out that the digital signal ...
Sony 36" Trinitritron channel setup problem	8/10/2008
Q: Ten yr. old TV given to me, powers up, but have not been able to set channels using either quick ... A: This is a full channel tv with front end tuner, but as you say it is an old model. Not worth ...
zenith 50 " big screeen	8/10/2008
Q: my tv had blue wavy lines accross the top and the captions on the bottom of the screen was arced and ... A: I think what you have, although with your description of the symptoms is not very clear to me, is a ...
sony kv-32wt72	8/9/2008
Q: I bought a used Japanese model, everything is in Japanese. I need help adjusting the picture. The ... A: http://esupport.sony.com/US/perl/model-documents.pl?mdl=KV32V26 The model number you gave does not ...
convergence?	8/9/2008
Q: i have a '99 Panasonic projection TV that the convergence does not seem to coincide throughout the ... A: Your descriptions of the screen and/or raster are not clear to me but I am guessing that in both ...
RCA rear proj. Home Theater about 5 years old	8/8/2008
Q: When I try to switch it on, I get no picture, only pulsating sound maybe every 1-2 seconds, much ... A: It is most likely a failure of the main power supply. The repair, in this case, would be in excess ...
LCD TV cycles through red/green/blue/black/white over and over	8/8/2008
Q: My lcd tv is having trouble displaying through all inputs. When I hook up an upconverting dvd ... A: An upconverted dvd signal is only progressive p, not i. So it is working correctly. You must ...
sanyo wont come on..help please	8/7/2008
Q: when i try to cut power on, it "clicks" then after about 3-5 sec's it clicks again and shuts ... A: This is an "older" set and you may not want to repair it after you find out what the solution is. ...
dtv converter box connections	8/7/2008
Q: After connecting the DTV converter box to the TV ---how do I then connect my old VCR and DVD player ... A: The DVD player and VCR can be connected independently of the digital box. If your set has three ...
RCA colortrak xs stereo commercial skip	8/6/2008
Q: i just got an old one of this model. and i just need to know how to get to the input channel. and ... A: Most RCA models (they are not all the same) use the remote control to cycle through the video inputs ...
hum in home theater	8/6/2008
Q: I read your answer to a similar query but my issue is this: I hear a steady hum coming from ALL ... A: First, there is a Sony help site for this model at: ...
36 in sony trinitron tv	8/5/2008
Q: One of the kids in the house plugged the 110v tv into a 220v outlet now the tv does not work, please ... A: Ouch! There are so many possible damages that could be done. Usually, something like this causes ...
TV poped and is gone???	8/4/2008
Q: I have a pioneer 58" big screen about 8 yrs old. It has been flickering blue several times a day. ... A: Sounds to me like a convergence circuit gone bad. This requires the replacement of two Integrated ...
62mx195 Toshiba	8/3/2008
Q: My tv stays on for a little while working great then after an hour the color fades to green and is ... A: This is a DLP projection system. It is a very sophisticated electronic wonder. The DLP lamp has two ...
tv color	8/3/2008
Q: i have polaroid 3700lcd film 373b it 2yr old never had trouble but turn on today lost most of color ... A: Is this your model? http://www.hdtvsolutions.com/Polaroid-LWT37000.htm Your owners manual says ...
pioneer tv keep on cuttin off	8/2/2008
Q: i got a pioneer projection montior tv its an older one it plays well it will run for 5 minutes and ... A: Yes, I know what you wanted but there are too many possible causes of your symptom and you did not ...
46 " GE TV	8/2/2008
Q: Our GE TV stopped working suddenly, we unplugged and replugged it several times but it just makes a ... A: The chirp noise could be coming from the power ON relay which is driven by the power management ...
Sony Kp43T75	8/1/2008
Q: I have a Sony KP43T75 rear projection TV. When I power on the unit I receive (4) flashes on the ... A: Four blinks is related to the failure of the vertical amplifier, not the horizontal! So, I suggest ...
27ms4504/17 Magnavox (CC)	8/1/2008
Q: we just bought this TV for cheap from a relative and there isn't an original remote. There is one ... A: From page 25 of the owners manual we read: ============= Closed Captioning (CC) allows you to read ...
No sound from lcd tv - series 450 Samsung	7/31/2008
Q: When we first got the tv (at the end of March) we could not get sound out of it (neither the tv or ... A: Not enough information for me to give you a solid answer but here are some tips. ONE: Do not use a ...
Sony DE635	7/31/2008
Q: My Sony 5.1 blows both 8 Ohm fuses F801 and F802 immediately upon power on. It happens whether the ... A: Blown fuses can be caused by any short anywhere that forces excessive current to be drawn. That ...
Pioneer VSX-5600	7/30/2008
Q: I recently bought a used Pioneer VSX-5600 receiver. There is no sound coming from it. Speakers are ... A: My idea is: The seller knew it was not working and that is why it went up for sale. If you bot it ...
LCD tv	7/30/2008
Q: I bought a Sharp LCD TV, Model #LC46SB54U. It is a 1080P. I installed it with a monster HDM1 ... A: Monster has a tutorial web site that explains their concept of the various grades. Most cable ...
toshiba ws 55809 turns off	7/29/2008
Q: I have a toshiba ws55809 and it just went out... If I turn it on the light powers on and then dies, ... A: Unfortunately, you must look everywhere. The protection circuit has been activated and it can be ...
Flashing LED Light	7/29/2008
Q: I have a Toshiba 57HX81. When I turn on the TV, the LED light flashes with no picture. The power ... A: Protection system has been activated. Caused by a short condition somewhere within the tv. Most ...
connecting a vcr	7/28/2008
Q: How can I connect my RCA VCR to my new Sharp LCD HDTV? A: Does the tv have a/v inputs? If yes, just connect the video (yellow) and audio (red and white ...
RCA 32 Flat screen lcd	7/28/2008
Q: The picture is to dark, I can barely see the picture. I adjusted the light dark and contrast but ... A: Is this a crt tube tv or LCD? I don't think it would be a board, but could be. If settings of ...
Samsung HT-DM150 blinking "WAIT"	7/27/2008
Q: I have a HT-DM150 which still functions in every capacity except for playing DVDs. While in DVD mode ... A: Does it go ahead and play when there is a disc in the player ready to go? The wait signal may be ...
SIDE BARS	7/27/2008
Q: I just bought a used mitsubushi ws-65411 rear projection TV 65" initially the picture was fine, but ... A: Well, your set is a wide screen with 16/9 aspect ratio and if you are playing source material that ...
no picture cause i messed around software service mode	7/26/2008
Q: was trying to fix the convergence on my rca home theatre tv and accidently shrank the picture to ... A: When in the service mode, experienced technicians always record any change they made on a notepad. ...
blue light in bottom left corner of Sony KDF-55WF655	7/26/2008
Q: I have a five and a half year old Sony Grand Wega KDF-55WF655. I recently replaced the bulb for the ... A: Could be a bulb installation problem or a non-standard or defective bulb. You can reinstall it to ...
Sharp Aquos 42 inch	7/25/2008
Q: Sharp Aquos 42 inch has just developed pink and green horizontal lines in HD. This only occurs on ... A: This can be a grounding problem. Common with many newer digital capable models. See this forum ...
DVD player not playing burned DVDs	7/25/2008
Q: I have a Toshiba tv/vcr/dvd combo. If I burn a dvd on MS dvd maker, the player plays it. If I burn ... A: Yes, I know. Unfortunately, there is not universal compatibility among recorders, players and ...
dvd plays sound but not video	7/24/2008
Q: Greetings! We have had this problem before but unfortunately, my husband is out of town and he fixed ... A: I think you should consult the owners manual that comes with the unit. The detailed operation of ...
Panasonic LCD	7/23/2008
Q: PT-50LCX63 Panasonic TV While in operation and working fine I heard the same "rrrrump" sounds as if ... A: No, dust and grime build up does not usually cause malfunctions - unless it is really severe. ...
magnavox FP5230W104	7/23/2008
Q: How can I get a manual for this model? I think my convergence is off and I wanted to know how to ... A: Too late now, but when you purchase any electronic product you should alway keep the owners manual. ...
projection t.v.	7/22/2008
Q: I have a 2001 magnanvox 60 inch projection t.v..Everything that has a white color to it. For ... A: The convergence is off. Study your manual on how to set the convergence. Some of the newer Maggies ...
Panasonic T.V	7/21/2008
Q: I have a panasonic T.V. that takes 5 clicks with the remote, or button on T.V., to turn on. Is there ... A: It probably needs service - or soon will. When it does not turn on with one "click" it usually ...
Magnavox TV Problem	7/21/2008
Q: A very elderly friend has a Magnavox 27MT3305/17 television that she purchased about three years ... A: Based on your description I would say with total confidence the problem is related to the vertical ...
RCA MODEL P46924	7/20/2008
Q: TV BLINKS ON AND OFF, PICTURE WAS PERFECT BEFORE, SOMETIMES GET A GLIMPSE OF THE PICTURE, IT LOOKS ... A: Is the unit getting old (like over 6 or 7 years)? ONE: If the set is getting old it could be one ...
Hitachi 43FDX01B Projection TV	7/19/2008
Q: Had a power outage tv came on for a minute went off and now there is a clicking sound power button ... A: Unplug the power cord for a full 4 hours to let it rest and reset. When you plug it back in it may ...
no picture for 2 to 3 hours after starting tv	7/19/2008
Q: I have a 20 inch sony trinitron which is 10 years old. For the past 6 months the picture is taking ... A: There are several possible causes. The most common would be the flyback transformer and/or the ...
panasonic ct 32g8g	7/18/2008
Q: I cannot adjust the picutre brightness when i try to adjust it say the picture mode is locked go to ... A: There are two problems you have brought to my attention: ONE: The lock is explained in the manual. ...
Sanyo DS25430	7/18/2008
Q: When I turn this tv on it has a buzzing sound. Sometimes it is up to a minute. Once this goes away ... A: It might be a vibration caused by the degaussing coil. This coil comes on each time the set is ...
Samsung 60" inch TV	7/17/2008
Q: My TV goes on and then a short time later shuts off, both green lights and red temp lights are ... A: I assume it a RPTV? (And not an LCD or Plasma set). The high voltage has failed and needs ...
big screen is kaput.......help!	7/17/2008
Q: We have a Mitsubishi VS-60601 that we purchased in 1998. It has been a fantastic television. The ... A: Ah, remember the days when we thought 21" was a big one? The thumping sound is a tell tale sign: ...
Maxent MX 42 VM10	7/16/2008
Q: No picture on 3yr old Maxent MX 42 VM10. TV worked fine-now can hear sound but no picture-not even ... A: The usual failure when the audio is still working is loss voltage to the video display drivers or a ...
TV stuck on "video" mode!	7/16/2008
Q: Please help me! My tv is stuck on video mode with the blue screen and everything! my universal ... A: It is a nice analog set and was not too expensive when new. Sanyo is a very reliable product as ...
cracked lcd	7/15/2008
Q: my friend gave me a lg 32 inch lcd tv with a cracked screen but everything else works on it. the ... A: This set has a tft lcd panel display. It is composed of many layers and it depends on what layers ...
Hitachi Ultravision 50VG825	7/14/2008
Q: I bought this TV in Oct 05, I replaced the Lamp assembly due to it went out. Since I replaced the ... A: There are many things that could cause the picture problems you described. The lamp was my first ...
Hitachi Ultravision 50VG825	7/14/2008
Q: I bought this TV in Oct 05, I replaced the Lamp assembly due to it went out. Since I replaced the ... A: See pages 89 - 92 of the owners manual on how to service the LCD lamp assembly. The lamp must be ...
Philips DVD 740VR; VCR stuck in the VCR Player	7/13/2008
Q: I have a Philips DVD 740VR that has provided good service for several years until this week when a ... A: Try a hard reset first. Just unplug the power cord for 1/2 hour then plug it back in. This will ...
PVDF2704 Panasonic Combo	7/13/2008
Q: The following question was given 2 years ago, and I was wondering if someone had an answer now that ... A: Did the player work properly before? And, did it fail suddenly or slowly over time? Will it play ...
RCA 36"	7/12/2008
Q: Have a RCA 36" Entertainment Series constructed in 1999. Occasionally the screen shows a green ... A: It seems to be a problem in the synch separator and vertical blanking retrace circuitry. It may be ...
Hitachi 57F500	7/12/2008
Q: We have had this 1080i tv for about 4 years. Just recently the picture started to give a red outline ... A: Yes, the convergence circuit has gone bad. It requires 2 IC to be replaced. They are mostly the ...
Sony STR-SE501 dreaded buzzing	7/11/2008
Q: I've read many posts on this topic but I couldn't find one that did what mine does. I'll try to ... A: Oh, but it is much easier than that. Electrolytic capacitors are mounted in tubular cans and are ...
sony video cassette recorder SLV-EZ70	7/10/2008
Q: Our display has disappeared and the manual does not state how to fix it? A: It's an old set. Intended for down-under market. The cost of repair - if they have parts available ...
Sony STR-SE501 dreaded buzzing	7/10/2008
Q: I've read many posts on this topic but I couldn't find one that did what mine does. I'll try to ... A: Let me make sure: The buzz is there even when there are no input connections of any kind? Right? ...
VCR Audio problem	7/9/2008
Q: I have a Scott video player. It was working fine all day. Now it plays the tape, video is fine, ... A: Please check the audio settings on the menu setup screen. Also, check the audio output cables from ...
42" LCD	7/9/2008
Q: I have a 42" LG LCD Model# LG42LP1D-UA It has no picture and when I turn it on the green light ( on ... A: I think this set may need an upgrade; check your serial number and manufactured date on the sticker ...
Samsung 54" Projection T.V.	7/8/2008
Q: Model # PCL545R Picture comes in, however the color is all wrong. The main colors are red and green. ... A: Based on your description I would say that the cooling liquids have become contaminated and need to ...
RCA Projection 55" Blue/Green/Red	7/8/2008
Q: I have an RCA projection TV (M/N P56812BL Chassis: PTK195AP) and recently the picture has a nasty ... A: The convergence circuitry in your set has gone bad and needs repair. It is quite involved and ...
Philips Magnavox turns itself off. Keep or pitch?	7/7/2008
Q: I have a Phil/Mag model #TP3285CI that was purchased in 2001. During a thunderstorm the TV cut off, ... A: I would say pitch it. For two reasons. 1) Philips brand are not known for their reliability. 2) The ...
Screen black but audio works	7/6/2008
Q: Toshiba 32a61 is 5 years old. Screen went black while wathing cable, sound works, cable menu is ... A: Due to the age and the symptoms my suspicion would be the loss of high voltage due to failure of ...
VHS to DVD dubbing limitations	7/6/2008
Q: My VCR just broke and I've decided to try one of those VCR/DVD combos since I have a lot of old ... A: The recording time on a recordable dvd is much less than EP vhs. So, you will have to record about ...
Mitsubushi 55 inch projection big screen	7/5/2008
Q: I have a Mitsubishi 55-inch projection TV model number VS-55601, manufacture date DEC 1998 PIMS (if ... A: The convergence circuit has gone bad. It is NOT and easy repair because it requires a person with ...
Aiwa Compact Stereo System CX-ZL70	7/5/2008
Q: I have 2 problems: (1) The tape deck on the left side of the unit 'ate' a tape, and now I can't ... A: This is getting to be quite an old model and is obsolete in terms of its technology. It has lots of ...
RCA dlp tv	7/4/2008
Q: I have an RCA model hd50lpw42yx2 that started has started showing blue edge on the right side of the ... A: Tks, appreciate your further comments in the feedback/rating. Yes, RCA (owned by Thompson, a French ...
circa 1970 Morse 83 Series Stereo	7/4/2008
Q: We purchased a Morse Series 83C stereo cabinet. The turntable works but no needle. No one seems to ... A: There are lots of online suppliers of just about any kind of stylus you would need for the old ...
Mitsubishi TV model CK3557R	7/3/2008
Q: We purchased this TV 11/10/87....please don't laugh! It has worked beautifully all these years and ... A: Mitsubishi makes a fine product. You have been served well and it would not be any great loss if ...
SONY KV-20TS11	7/3/2008
Q: I have a 1988 Sony TV that was manufactured in October 1988 and refurbished by a certified ... A: It is really an old set. I would not recommend you invest any serious money in it as the ...
Aiwa Stereo won't turn on sometimes	7/2/2008
Q: I have a 9 year old aiwa stereo, recently it won't always turn on when you try. It has sometimes ... A: Yes, it could be an intermittent connection inside the cable or at the ends where the connections ...
36 inch RCA TV loses picture ??	7/2/2008
Q: I have a 36 inch RCA tv (model # 36V430T) that I bought new inn 2005 that I am having trouble with . ... A: Sounds like a power supply problem. Honestly, however, there are many possible causes; there are ...
Toshiba Plasma Line	7/1/2008
Q: I have a Toshiba 50" Plasma TV. Model# 50HP66. I turned the TV on today and notice a flourescent ... A: Could be the video driver or the matrix supply to the display. It means replacement of a board. ...
Hitachi TV picture disappears into a single line	7/1/2008
Q: (perhaps two to three times a night) When you shake the TV, or hit on the side, the picture comes ... A: There is trouble in the vertical deflection system. Since you can restore it with a whack or two it ...
Panasonic in dash dvd player	6/30/2008
Q: My friend bought a Panasonic CQ-VD5005U in dash DVD player for his car last year. The car got ... A: No. You must obtain it from the manufacturer. If he bought the radio new the theft code cames with ...
NO PICTURE	6/30/2008
Q: I HAVE A SYMPHONIC WF27F4 THAT HAS A BRIGHT LINE IN THE MIDDLE OF THE SCREEN RUNNING HORIZONTALLY. ... A: The vertical deflection amplifier has failed and needs repaired or replaced. It needs testing to ...
Purpleish blue spot on screen	6/29/2008
Q: I have a Panasonic rear view projection TV that we have purchased a year and a half ago. I has ... A: I have to know the model number to give good advice. If it is a crt the trouble is totally ...
sony BDP - S300 blue ray	6/29/2008
Q: The Sony dvd player is displaying NO DISC. I have tried multiple discs, including those that have ... A: It is a new player, being a blue-ray technology and all. Is it still under warranty? If so I ...
jvc triple images in three frames	6/28/2008
Q: i have a jvc model no. av-48wp34, diagnal 48 in.screen.2004yr. the problem screen has triple ... A: Not sure what you mean by triple pictures? Do you mean the colors are out of registration and are ...
blown fuse	6/28/2008
Q: my RCA HDTV, MODEL 52W59 KEEP BLOWING THE FUSE, WHAT COULD BE THE PROBLEM A: There are many, many circuit failures that can produce enough current to blow the fuse. It is not ...
TOSHIBA DVD VIDEO PLAYER, MDL SD-2705	6/27/2008
Q: MY DVD PLAYER IS ABOUT 6 YEARS OLD AND HAD WORKED FINE FOR ABOUT 4 1/2 YEARS. IT STILL PLAYS SOME ... A: Any good brand will work just fine. You might want to consult with past issues of Consumer Reports. ...
Broken screen	6/27/2008
Q: I have a 52 " Toshiba wide screen . The set is 5 years old. Due to carelessness the set was ... A: See my other reply to this same question at: ...
replacement screen	6/26/2008
Q: I was bringing my 55 inch projection tv home from repair and the protection screen flew out of the ... A: Yes, the micro grooves provide a sort of fresnl effect which provides for a wider viewing of the ...
TOSHIBA DVD VIDEO PLAYER, MDL SD-2705	6/26/2008
Q: MY DVD PLAYER IS ABOUT 6 YEARS OLD AND HAD WORKED FINE FOR ABOUT 4 1/2 YEARS. IT STILL PLAYS SOME ... A: The cause can be from a weak laser diode, bad adjustment of the focus beam in the optical pickup ...
Sylvania TV Setup	6/25/2008
Q: I have a 21" sylvania TV about a year old. I only use it for DVD's, so it's not connected to a ... A: Either the power is going off when you turn the set off OR it has a failed controller IC chip ...
Sony TV won't stay on	6/24/2008
Q: I have a Sony triniton TV, model #kv-24fv300 that will not come on. I press the power button I can ... A: The protection circuitry has been activated by something that is causing excessive current in some ...
TV KP-61XBR38	6/24/2008
Q: THERE ARE GREEN HORIZONTAL LINES AT THE BEGUINING THEY WILL STOP BUT NOW IS ALL THE TIME. THANK YOU A: Oh, wow. This is a really old set; I think it from the early 90s! It is probably over 10, 12 ...
tv turning itself off	6/23/2008
Q: any idea what would cause this and could we fix it ourselves ? Thanks for your time Aaron A: There are several circuits that can cause this and, unfortunately, it does require a tech who can ...
13" TV/VCR Troubles	6/23/2008
Q: I have just acquired a Panasonic PM-M1326 13" TV/VCR Combo from my parents. They bought this set new ... A: From your description it seems the vertical deflection has failed. The vcr function is hard to say, ...
Tv has no power	6/22/2008
Q: I read the response you gave to another fella about the exact same thing with the exact same tv I ... A: I very rarely get any reply back from those who submit questions; when they do it is appreciated. ...
My TV wont turn back on....	6/22/2008
Q: I have a Phillips, model number 60p8342a. When the TV went off with a power outage, it won't come ... A: How about sound? Does the audio work? Can you change channels and get the other channel audio? If ...
Toshiba Plasma TV 42HP83	6/21/2008
Q: Our Toshiba TV turns on and then shuts itself off in about ten seconds, after which the red on light ... A: The blinking is a signal the set has gone into protection mode. This is usually, but not always a ...
rca 37"	6/21/2008
Q: I Have an RCA about seven years old. 4 months ago the the picture started going black at 7:50 am ... A: I'd guess the internal clock for sleep mode or something like that is on the fritz. Try this; ...
picture on pioneer elite pro630hd too dark	6/20/2008
Q: my 4 yrs old pioneer tv was too dark when I was watching 'the wired.' It was not adjustable since I ... A: Yes, brightness and focus and other adjustments are available in the service mode. Unfortunately, I ...
TV has an arc on top and bottom and bad color	6/20/2008
Q: We have a Samsung rear projection tv, model # HCN4226WX/XAA. We turned it on today and there is an ... A: This is failure of the convergence circuitry. It requires replacement of two Integrated Circuits ...
WS-55807 mitsu projection tv 55 inch	6/19/2008
Q: Tv just went dark? No previous trouble before, no previous symptoms. Just walked out of the room, ... A: It is a rear projection set so there is no lamp to change. It is most likely a bad power supply ...
JVC AV-32df74	6/19/2008
Q: . I have a JVC AV32DF74 TV that has been excellent until about 5 days ago when we had some bad ... A: There are so many things that can fail with lightning and electrical storms. It really takes a ...
Panasonic - No Power	6/18/2008
Q: Panasonic model CT-32sc13g July 2003 No power when pushing power button. Have unplugged set and ... A: What are the symptoms? If there are no lights, no clicking sounds, no flashing standby or anything ...
help, no sound	6/18/2008
Q: We have a Panasonic TV.. I was going to look at recorded shows and after ff I couldnt hear sound.. ... A: Sorry, can't help you without knowing the model number(s) because they are never the same so far as ...
TV doesn't turn on	6/17/2008
Q: I have a Sharp model 36F630. The tv doesn't turn on when the power button is pushed. I have it ... A: First, before getting panic stricken try a hard reset. This may (let's say 20% probability) get it ...
panasonic pt51hx41e	6/17/2008
Q: My tv started showing a blue shadow on every person on tv. i checked directv, they said tv problem, ... A: This model is a conventional rear projection crt type set. Panasonic makes a good product but you ...
sony kv32s15	6/16/2008
Q: I need a bit of help to know a bit of what is going on with my tv. I was watching it and it just ... A: The set is getting old; beyond the age of justification for major repairs. This condition is ...
52" Widescreen TV	6/15/2008
Q: I bought a Pansonic 52" widescreen tv about 3 years ago. The extended warrenty ran out last year. ... A: Seems the convergence circuit has gone bad. Probably one of the two STK IC chips has failed. The ...
taping with a VCR	6/15/2008
Q: We bought a used RCA VCR with no manual. It plays tapes ok but we've had no luck taping TV programs ... A: Maybe that is why it was "for sale"! It is possible the recording operations inside are defective. ...
37" rca guide plus	6/14/2008
Q: was watching then just quit working go to power up hear a click like noise but clicks again then ... A: Probably the main power supply has failed. Could also be the high voltage system. The clicking ...
RCA 52 inch TV wont turn on	6/13/2008
Q: My RCA 52 inch tv won't turn on. Model number is D52W20. I bought the tv new in 2003. The green ... A: I don't like surge protectors. Sometimes they are more dangerous than the set alone. Did you reset ...
ZENITH h2097y	6/13/2008
Q: I have a ZENITH h2097y experiencing no picture, popping sound and unable to turn unit off after ... A: I would say it has a main power supply failure. Depending on what part(s) of the supply is ...
not working tv need help	6/12/2008
Q: my name is mayur. i visit your website i like your answer how you make understanding so i know you ... A: Glad to help you. I will need to know the model number and size of each tv and the symptoms they ...
Digital TVs	6/12/2008
Q: A couple of questions relating to the coming digital changes for TV's. First, I have a radio that ... A: Yes, the audio will be transmitted, as will the video, by the new digital tv standard and the NTSC ...
Adjusting viewable width and height on WS-65315	6/11/2008
Q: I have a Mitsubishi WS-65315 65" Projector Television. I recently added a PC running windows Media ... A: I think you will find it in the service menu. To enter the service mode you must follow the ...
My Toshiba Projection Tv is not working	6/11/2008
Q: We were watching our Toshiba Rear Projection TV 61A60, when we experienced electricity fluctuations ... A: What you should have done was to unplug the power cord! However, maybe it will come back to life. ...
HDTV picture has purple tint	5/16/2008
Q: I have a Sony KDF-55WF655 LCD Projection TV. In the middle of the screen and along the bottom of ... A: First, I suggest you to go through the manual's latter pages and check each setup and guide for ...
YAMAHA HTR-5835 REMOTE CONTROL CODE	5/16/2008
Q: CAN'T FIND THIS ANYWHERE, FOUND MANUAL ON SERVER AT YAMAHA, BUT CANNOT ACCESS IT. A: You need a current version of pdf/adobe download software in order to receive it. And, you must ...
mitsubishi projection	5/15/2008
Q: 3 years old Mitsubishi projection tv.we had a power surge due to home a/c compressor blow up.Now TV ... A: Probably. Mitsubishi is generally very good. You didn't give the model number so I cannot give you ...
TV Convergance	5/14/2008
Q: I have a AKAI PT5492 tv that the red will not align with the rest of the colors and if i use the ... A: Yes, the convergence ICs have failed. There are two of them and they must be removed (un-soldered) ...
Toshiba cn36g97	5/14/2008
Q: I have a Toshiba cn36g97. About a month or so ago the image would take up only about of the 1/3 of ... A: The vertical deflection amplifier has gone bad. There are many parts within this section but the ...
RCA HD52W68	5/12/2008
Q: I have an RCA HD52W68YX39 TV. My convergence is out of wack and the picture looks like 3D format. ... A: It can be adjusted in the service mode if the convergence circuit is not bad but in your case it is ...
rca tv	5/12/2008
Q: I have an RCA P52738WK that is blurry and I am wondering if there are controls on the set to correct ... A: When you say blurry it is hard for me to say for sure. There are three possibilities that cross my ...
panasonic ct32hx42f	5/11/2008
Q: TV went off while watching. on its own tried to turn on a few times.then dead.unplugged. front led ... A: Here is what Alan Wainwright, an Allexpert, said a couple of years ago about this problem. He is a ...
TV won't come on	5/11/2008
Q: I have a 27" Magnavox model 27TS52 C202, 1996 tv..It was working fine one day and then the next it ... A: No. No set of this size and age is worthy of a repair. This set is having a high voltage loss and ...
low volume from turntable	5/10/2008
Q: Just bought an old Panasonic receiver (it has an 8 track built into it) and hooked it up for my son ... A: Well, the problem could be the magnetic cartridge, the cables, the connectors or the preamp inside ...
Low volume on left channel of Sony receiver	5/10/2008
Q: I have a vintage (circa 1989) Sony receiver (model STR-GX4ES) connected to a CD player and a speaker ... A: The dead channel could have a defect at almost any point along its circuit chain. But, first try ...
low volume from turntable	5/9/2008
Q: Just bought an old Panasonic receiver (it has an 8 track built into it) and hooked it up for my son ... A: Probably, the turntable is using a magnetic cartridge or one with a very low output voltage. The ...
hdtv tuner	5/8/2008
Q: With a digital tuner built in my HDTV, would I still need an external box to receive basic local ... A: It depends on the model. BUT: If it has the normal av inputs and connects now from your cable ...
Philips 27PS55S321	5/8/2008
Q: I turn on the TV and the picture tube comes on for about 20 seconds then a buzzing sound is heard ... A: Does the audio keep working after the buzzing sounds starts up? The most common problem or cause ...
Mitsubishi TV DLP WD 52725	5/7/2008
Q: the lihgts dont blink as the picture goes to black. Just from grean to red. A: Better take it in to the Mistubishi shop. It is not anything I can give you a simple remedy for. If ...
ToshibaTP50F60 theaterview tv	5/7/2008
Q: my television has sound but no picture. The tv was bought around 1996-1997. Is It worth repairing? ... A: When there is sound but no picture or raster (the raster is when the lines are running and the ...
Toshiba VCR/DVD Combo	5/6/2008
Q: I have audio but not video coming through my video channel. I also did not see any of the menus ... A: Toshiba has a very good online access for downloading the owners manual. Please go to toshiba.com ...
ESA E4000 VHS/DVD Player: Parental Control Password	5/6/2008
Q: For some reason, the dvd I have (from Netflix) prompted the parental control function. I have ... A: Try 8888 which is used by some manufacturers. The owners manual usually gives you the default. ...
Sony KDF-55WF655	5/5/2008
Q: I had a new lamp put in about a year ago and the set worked fine. About a month ago, a blue blot ... A: The bad news would be the display is going bad. If so, cost of replacement is prohibitively ...
Toshiba 51 inch Theater View Red off sync	5/5/2008
Q: For a number of years it's sat unused in my unheated but finished basement. When I turned it on it ... A: Roger, I would say - based on your description - the convergence circuitry is going bad. I could ...
SONY KV36XBR400	5/4/2008
Q: I posted this question to Nagy but I am not sure if he got it since I got some errors with SPAM ... A: Five blinks - AKB circuit (automatic kine bias), the timer/standby indicator blinks for about 30 ...
Sony Vega 42" LCD Projection TV KF42WE610 (mfg Sept 2003)	5/3/2008
Q: A blue cloud started appearing near the left edge of the screen about six months ago. With each ... A: Yes, it is possible the display itself is going bad. It is also possible the driver circuitry or ...
SONY KV36XBR400	5/3/2008
Q: I posted this question to Nagy but I am not sure if he got it since I got some errors with SPAM ... A: The XBRs are very complicated and difficult to work on. It requires the most advanced tech to work ...
Toshiba projection TP4871B	5/2/2008
Q: the one off screen doesn't work The tv just clicks when you unplug it plug it back in. Sometimes it ... A: Set is in the "protection mode" and needs servicing. Sometimes the protection mode is caused by ...
CT-32HXC43G Panasonic HDTV	5/1/2008
Q: It appears that the comon problem is no power. How do I get to where I can check a fuse inside the ... A: Have you checked the outlet? Is it possible the breaker has gone open. Please check the outlet with ...
Sony STR-DG810 in "Protect" Mode	5/1/2008
Q: My new Sony receiver (DG810) powers four ceiling speakers. When asking for moderate volume (42 or ... A: There are many things that could be causing it. I will enumerate a few of the most common, but ...
HELP sony t.v, blinking standby, trouble code????	4/30/2008
Q: I have a Sony TV model DL-40S2000 (i think, My husband bought it) the standby lights at the bottom ... A: Continuous blinking refers to a condition in the "Jungle IC Chip", an IC that Sony has labeled ...
STR-DE835	4/30/2008
Q: I was just given a STR-DE835 FM Stereo Receiver. When I plug it in and turn on the power two fuses ... A: Probably the output transistors in the audio power section are shorted down. The fuse is about the ...
Toshiba doesn't power on	4/29/2008
Q: I have a Toshiba 2004 27AF44 tv that will not power on. No blinking red light, no sounds of trying ... A: Is it possible the breaker in your house electrical panel has gone out? You can check this by ...
SONY TV BLACKS OUT FOR 10-25 SECONDS AT A TIME	4/29/2008
Q: MY SONY TV PICTURE GOES BLACK FOR A FEW SECONDS, THEN RECOVERS FOR A FEW SECONDS, THEN BLACK AGAIN. ... A: Good. You gave the key and most important symptoms. It is the high voltage going bad OR if the set ...
Intermittent shut off	4/28/2008
Q: I have an October 1997 Panasonic 32" CRT TV Model # CT-32G22V with chassis # ANPEDP282 that will ... A: I agree with your observation. It is likely an intermittent condition such as often occurs with cold ...
jvc av-36850	4/28/2008
Q: Came home from a few hours of fishin' and found the red power light blinking on my set.A great ... A: I think this is a conventional tube tv with 36 inch screen. Is this right? If so, the set has gone ...
projection tv	4/27/2008
Q: I have a jvc av-56wp74 tv the convergance is working - but the red color is bowed toward the center ... A: The convergence circuit drives the projection tubes and if you can follow the wiring you will be ...
projection tv	4/27/2008
Q: I have a jvc av-56wp74 tv the convergance is working - but the red color is bowed toward the center ... A: Based on your description alone - I would need more to give a 100% correct diagnosis - it is the ...
trouble with our 46 inch rca rear projection television	4/26/2008
Q: the tv wont power on, although the power button lights up and you can hear it trying to power on. ... A: The set has gone into protection mode. This is an internal circuit that prevents the set from ...
Cordless handset short	4/26/2008
Q: You're my best bet for this problem, as there aren't any phone experts listed. My Uniden portable ... A: It is more likely an open, not a short. The headphone jack usually opens the speaker line whilst ...
sony Kv-25xbr stuck in sleep mode	4/25/2008
Q: my sony shut off today out of blue, powered back on w/remote then came back and it had shut off ... A: You cannot tell if a diode is working properly or not by its physical appearances! You did not ...
CD Playback in Car Stereo	4/25/2008
Q: I have an older car with a factory stereo. I listen to books on cd and actually burn most of them ... A: Older cd players were not optimized for playing back one-offs. Even though they are "CDs" in the ...
t.v.repair	4/24/2008
Q: When the tv goes on it take awhile to show a picture. Then once on it starts to blink, sound is ... A: Well, first, a 12 year old set is not a good candidate for spending any money on. Why? Because ...
no picture	4/24/2008
Q: the tv turns on but the screen stays blank. it is a sny trinitron kv-35s45 A: If screen is totally dark and sound remains working it is most often the high voltage that has ...
32" magnavox	4/23/2008
Q: I have a 32" magnavox that will turn on then shut right off. A: It has gone into the protection mode. It will not cure itself - but, that being said, about 20% of ...
vintage stereo equipment	4/23/2008
Q: I recently acquired some vintage stereo equipment that is basically in great shape but with a few ... A: KENWOOD RCVR: This is most likely due to overheating of the output transistors which, when begin to ...
need sensitive tv tuner	4/22/2008
Q: I am looking into buying a new TV and we live in a fringe area. Is there any particular TV brand ... A: Yes, some sets are better than others. My experience is, however, that it takes not only a sensitive ...
Plasma TV	4/22/2008
Q: I saw you answer to the cracked TV - mine looks cracked but screen smooth!!is it fixable?? as not ... A: The crack, if you have one , could be within the plasma display material itself and not the ...
sony wega 36 flat screen not aligned	4/21/2008
Q: talked to allan but cant get him for a follow up question. the model number iws KV36FV310. how do ... A: I don't want to step on Wainwright's toes; if he has given you some advice on this one I suggest you ...
Panasonic PT-53WX54 53	4/21/2008
Q: when i turn on my tv, it comes on for 1 second, then shouts off and the power red light blanks 3 ... A: The power supply is in trouble. The 3 blinks indicates the loss of one of the supply voltages that ...
RCA HD TV model D52W20	4/20/2008
Q: While I was watching television all of sudden the picture went out and the power light started ... A: Your set has gone into cardiac arrest - or - more technically it is called protection mode. The ...
vcr date year	4/19/2008
Q: i cannot get my vcr to take the date 2008 when setting up a program to record. it will take month ... A: Either you are not entering it properly or the machine is too old and does not support the 2008 ...
plasma tv	4/19/2008
Q: my tv is about 2yrs old and it is turning red,green,purple the whole time you are watching tv. what ... A: Is it still in warranty? IF so, get it into the warranty people right away. Sounds like the video ...
sony kp57wv600	4/18/2008
Q: at first would show blurred with arched lines vertically throughout TV then one day it powered up ... A: Seems, based on the arched lines you got, the problem is the convergence going bad. So, if so, you ...
mitsu CK-3514R	4/18/2008
Q: The 88' Mitsu CK-3514R was working great, then while it was in use it went dead. It makes the normal ... A: This sounds like a power supply failure. But, there are many other possibilities also. It will most ...
Toshiba 50A61 Projection - Squiggly lines, jumpy picture	4/17/2008
Q: Our TV, purchased new in 2001, has had squiggly horizontal lines that will appear across the entire ... A: Yes, Toshiba sets are good. Since it is only 7 years of age it should repair nicely and give you ...
Is My Toshiba CN36H90 TV Ready For Digital Broadcast?	4/17/2008
Q: I apologize if this is a bonehead question, but I cannot find anything in the owners manual for my ... A: If you go to your owners manual, ...
Mitsubishi WT-42315	4/16/2008
Q: My TV is 3 years old and has developed a shadow showing the GUIDE in the back ground. It is very ... A: This is a monitor type projection set that requires a front end high def tuner or cable box. What ...
TV	4/15/2008
Q: I purchased an Emerson 20” flat screen TV 2 years ago. I don’t have a DVD or VCR. Just yesterday, ... A: Try a hard reset; Unplug the power cord for one hour. Then, power it up again. IF: The reset does ...
VCR (RCA VR555) won't play tapes	4/14/2008
Q: I've got a 7 year old RCA VCR, model VR555, that will not play tapes. It will play a few seconds ... A: The symptoms you have explained are very much like what happens when the heads are worn, scratched ...
drc247n DVD player	4/14/2008
Q: When I install a disk into the DVD player,all I get is snow. I had no problems before but now,there ... A: If you are connected directly to the A/V inputs on your tv you should be in the Video mode, not ...
disc err	4/13/2008
Q: i have a portable dvd/tv/tft lcd monitor that plays dvd discs. now when i put in any dvd disc , it ... A: First try a hard reset to see if that will clear out any corruption of the codes. This is done by ...
Sony Video Walkman 8MM	4/13/2008
Q: This unit comes with a 4 inch LCD screen and is about 15 years old. The LCD screen comes on for 5 ... A: Can't give you and exact answer without knowing the model number. But, I would expect the problem ...
Hitachi 55"	4/12/2008
Q: How I read about your Hitachi and I am having the same problem. Please tell me where the reset ... A: When it shuts down by itself it is usually a bad sign. Reset helps in a minority of cases but is ...
zenith(hitachi) 50 projection model iqc50h95w	4/11/2008
Q: my picture as days went on got very dark, now when you turn tv on its completely dark than after a ... A: This set has a history of power supply and crt projection tube problems. It is a difficult set to ...
digital TV transition	4/10/2008
Q: I have a Phillips Magnavox-purchased in March of 1998, model # 19A800-7561-is this TV going to be ... A: Yes, the set you have will work just fine if you acquire the new adapter/converters that have been ...
Sony Trinitron will not turn on	4/10/2008
Q: I have a Sony KV 27TS30 TV manufactured in 1990 that has been working fine until now. Today, when I ... A: Well, first comment: This tv is very old and not a very big screen size. Its retail value as a used ...
Problems with Sony Trinitron TV	4/9/2008
Q: I have an old 28" Sony Trinitron TV from back in the early 90s. It works... when I can get it on. ... A: First, let me suggest a hard reset: Unplug the power cord and let it sit for a full 4 hours before ...
Sharp 25J-S100 (CRT-1997) TV	4/8/2008
Q: I set this tv screen down on bed. Now picture is dark purple in ul corner. Yoke(s) slipped? How to ... A: Not sure what is going on; really, the yoke is normally cemented in place and is very difficult to ...
ProScan Projection TV Mod. # PS52690	4/8/2008
Q: It has been working perfectly. I disconnected it for about a month while Painting. Now, plugged it ... A: Assuming nothing has happened to the set while it was "off" it should come right back on. Was it ...
Mitsubishi Rear Projection TV does not boot up	4/7/2008
Q: I have a Mitsubishi TV model WS-65813, maybe 7 years old. I was away from home, during which time ... A: First, try a hard reset. Do this by unplugging the power cord of the tv for an hour. Sometimes it ...
Phillips 52" model 51pp9303h-17	4/7/2008
Q: I have a phillips 52" HDTV it is about 3-4 years old. The color is hazy and am unable to adjust it. ... A: You should try setting the convergence. Follow instructions in your owners manual. If it does not ...
Help with rca 52"	4/6/2008
Q: The picture went out and when you turn on the power the light blinks 3 times, we did research on ... A: Normally you must, also, replace the horizontal output amplifier when replacing the flyback ...
AIWA COMBO STEREO/CD/TAPE	4/6/2008
Q: I have a old stereo with good sound includes a tuner and a 7 disc cd player and 2 tape deck - Model ... A: No. It is not worth repairing. Even if you could repair it quickly at a low cost you stand the ...
Mitsubishi VS 50603	4/5/2008
Q: We have a big screen Mitsubishi TV in our rental unit - and my 1 year old is pushing ... A: If that is all that was done - pushing buttons on the remote - it should not have caused any fatal ...
Panasonic HTIB Sound Goes out Intermittantly	4/4/2008
Q: I have a Panasonic Home Theater in a Box (HT700) and intermittently the sound will just go out on ... A: There are so many things that can cause this. It really requires some troubleshooting to pin down ...
sound problem from CD component	4/4/2008
Q: I have an old home theater radio system..where you have the radio piece then the cd dock 5 disc ... A: Without knowing the make and model I can only guess with may be going on. But, it sounds like an ...
Apex AVL3076	4/3/2008
Q: I have this 30 inch LCD which stays on but the video shuts off. I have to keep powering it off and ... A: Yes, it is very well could be a power supply or voltage regulator ailment. But, there are many ...
stereo doesn't work all of a sudden due to magnet?