| Subject | Date Asked |
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| jvc rear projection tv model AV-60D501 | 11/22/2009 |
Q: I just pick up this tv and picture was fine when I turned it on then after about 10 min. horizontal ...
A: First guess is the vertical deflection output module is failing. Replacement/repair is probably in ...
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| RCA TV no picture, has sound. | 11/22/2009 |
Q: I have an RCA 27'' TV and the video just goes to snow. I used to fixed this by reflowing the solder ...
A: Can I assume you are using the A/V composite input? Video into the yellow video input jack and ...
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| tv | 11/22/2009 |
Q: I have a 36" sanyo ds31590 while in video mode the TV sound stopped and the remote and the manual ...
A: Sounds like a power supply problem. I didn't understand if the remote control had functionality ...
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| Lenticular & Fresnel Scrrens (Samsung HL-S5086W) | 11/22/2009 |
Q: A friend of mine gave me this TV, it works fine, actually watching it now. His kids were playing and ...
A: I don't know the answer to your question right off. I could not find the service manual for your ...
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| jvc cd player | 11/21/2009 |
Q: i just got a jvc kd-adv44 cd player put in my honda accord, had the old jvc cd player got a new one, ...
A: This seems to be an intermittent connection problem with the 12v line or remote turn-on line such as ...
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| rca hd tv | 11/21/2009 |
Q: screen has a bow effect looks 3d. replaced convergence board no change also convergence option is ...
A: The symptoms you gave are classic convergence system failure. Maybe the replacement was defective ...
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| Installing Attic TV Antenna | 11/21/2009 |
Q: Cleggsan: This is a no brainer question for you. I would like to eliminate my monthly TV cable ...
A: Actually, it is not a "no-brainer". At this distance you may have some trouble picking up a strong ...
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| Blinking light | 11/21/2009 |
Q: I have a Phillips H/D set Model #55PP936H/17. the on off switch/button blinks nine times in series, ...
A: I don't know the Philips codes, but, yes, the blinking is giving diagnostic hints. A service manual ...
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| dropped tv | 11/20/2009 |
Q: My girlfriend and I were moving my 2005 32 inch sony trinitron wega model # KV-32FS120 when she ...
A: Take it easy on the GF. These monsters are heavy! Thanks for the excellent description; you must ...
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| TOSHIBA 50H72 flickering badly | 11/20/2009 |
Q: I have a rear projection Toshiba 50H72 that flickers badly, left and right. It started out happening ...
A: Don't know for sure; it could be the convergence system failing or something in the video processor ...
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| Toshiba DLP tv want turn on | 11/20/2009 |
Q: I have 62 inch Toshiba DLP tv that won't turn on...The lamp is OK...screen is black when turn ...
A: Could be the color engine or color wheel. Unfortunately, there are few user serviceable parts or ...
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| Sony Trinitron TV model no. KV-20EXR20 - 1993 | 11/20/2009 |
Q: My Sony KV-20EXR20 is in great working condition and is hooked up to a digital box. "Someone" ...
A: It is good to know that the advice given is helpful. It is so seldom that any comes back. I ...
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| TV wil not turn on | 11/19/2009 |
Q: I have a 13 inch RCA Model E13309 It will not turn on, can hear a clicking noise when you try though ...
A: The problem that you explained is most often a power supply failure and if the set if a few years ...
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| Sony Trinitron TV model no. KV-20EXR20 - 1993 | 11/19/2009 |
Q: My Sony KV-20EXR20 is in great working condition and is hooked up to a digital box. "Someone" ...
A: First, unplug the power cord for 15 or 20 minutes. Then power it up again and make sure you are on ...
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| rca 60 in projection tv stops taking comands | 11/19/2009 |
Q: I have an RCA 60" projection TV model #p60921, serial# 951451061, service tag# p60921yx2. My TV only ...
A: The explanation of symptoms is not totally clear to me. Have you tried the remote up close to the ...
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| power | 11/19/2009 |
Q: I have a 06' panisonic 52 plasma. recently started to power down. after a short while we could hear ...
A: This is most often a failure of the power supply system. It is not user serviceable and you really ...
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| sony tv | 11/18/2009 |
Q: Scc-h53j-a 9012932 kp-46s25 sept 96. Tv makes clicking noise when power turned on. Timer standby ...
A: Set is getting along in years! It may be at the end of its useful life! In any event, the power ...
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| No Picture RCA | 11/18/2009 |
Q: Model: RCA L46WD22YX11,2 years old I have no picture (black screen). I cannot get any type of ...
A: These LCD models have virtually no user serviceable parts or systems. In your case the video ...
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| Zenith 42 Plasma | 11/18/2009 |
Q: We have a zenith 42 plasma that was purchased in 2005. recenlty when turned on, seemed to have to ...
A: Try another reset; only leave it unplugged for at least 20 minutes. This will allow for all the ...
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| Sony Trinitron | 11/18/2009 |
Q: I have a 1998 Sony Trinitron model # SU- 32FS13. We had a storm a couple of nights ago and now the ...
A: Unfortunately there is no uniform failure when lighting strikes! The only way, for sure, to know ...
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| olveia LT27HVX | 11/17/2009 |
Q: AFTER MY OLEVIA LT27HVX HAS BEEN ON FOR 20-30 MINS THE PICTURE SUDDENTLY BECOMES VERY ...
A: The unit probably needs checked at by an authorized Olevia service facility. Sometimes a loose ...
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| Sony TV | 11/17/2009 |
Q: We have a sony tv that the light is blinking 6 times, I understand this is a code for self ...
A: I must know the model number in order to give you a credible answer; they do not all have the same ...
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| Sharp Aquos 46" TV-LC-46D62U | 11/17/2009 |
Q: Only colors visible on screen are mainly blues and yellows, plus black and white. I've tried ...
A: This LCD tv has very limited user serviceable parts. One of them is the lamp. I would check that ...
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| Older Hitachi TV question | 11/17/2009 |
Q: I cannot get the PIP to turn off on an older 36 Hitachi TV. (tube) We have no remote to this ...
A: You must have the remote. Sorry. You may be able to find a universal remote that will do it. Shop ...
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| Hitachi TV model 27AX1BC menu trouble | 11/16/2009 |
Q: When in menu mode, cursor will not move up or down. For example, Air/Cable, I'd like to select Cable ...
A: I think you must have the proper remote control unit and you push an arrow key to move from one ...
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| Sony trinitron wont turn on | 11/16/2009 |
Q: I have a Sony wega trinitron 32" TV and it worked flawlessly for years. Now when I go to turn it on ...
A: Oh, this is a very old model and by now has bad power supply. Probably the filter caps are old and ...
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| Sony trinitron wont turn on | 11/16/2009 |
Q: I have a Sony wega trinitron 32" TV and it worked flawlessly for years. Now when I go to turn it on ...
A: Yes, the nine blinks is a diagnostic code. It means different things for different models. But, it ...
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| mitsubishi tv | 11/16/2009 |
Q: I picked up a tv with no remote. I need to reset the v-chip blocker that blocks R shows.
A: You must have the remote.. You cannot reset anything without a remote. Try a universal one with all ...
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| picture size adjustment | 11/15/2009 |
Q: How do I adjust picture size on toshiba TV model 42HP6C? Note: the picture was adjusted to fill the ...
A: I think maybe you mean 42HP66? Is it a plasma based technology? In any event, I suspect the ...
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| Samsung HLN507W DLP repair | 11/15/2009 |
Q: I just replaced the colorwheel in my samsung tvWhen I was done and set it back up, I got check ...
A: There has been a problem with Samsung color wheels and the lamp housing. They must be seated very ...
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| Hitachai TV | 11/15/2009 |
Q: I have a Hitachi projection tv model 43fdx01b and the colors are bleeding. It looks like it is ...
A: I fear your set has the convergence disease. The 3-D effect is caused by the failure of one or two ...
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| Panasonic TH42PZ80U | 11/15/2009 |
Q: Has a problem with audio, will go up to about 50%, sounds ok but not very loud. Turn it up any ...
A: Sounds like, from your description of the symptoms, the amplifier is driving into a short or low ...
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| sony xbr tv | 11/14/2009 |
Q: ANSWER: I don't think this model supported 12 blinks. Try a hard reset. Unplug it for at least 2 ...
A: Yes, the repair shops generally come to your home with parts and tools and test equipment to do the ...
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| green color | 11/14/2009 |
Q: I have a 54" sony HDTV (1080) unsure of model# but it's little over a year old. The screen is ...
A: Have you tried making the color adjustments in the on-screen-menu? Or in the service mode (where ...
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| sony xbr tv | 11/14/2009 |
Q:
A: I don't think this model supported 12 blinks. Try a hard reset. Unplug it for at least 2 or 3 ...
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| Sylvania superset 1991 question | 11/13/2009 |
Q: I was given this 27" TV and would like to use in my basement. When I connect the cable, all I get ...
A: Go into the on screen menu and set it for cable. Maybe it is currently on antenna input. Also, ...
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| 56 inch zenith distorted picture | 11/13/2009 |
Q: i have a 56 inch zenith model number z56z83r TV and the picture is distorted on it was wondering if ...
A: Distorted picture is a broad explanation. I need to know more what the picture looks like. If you ...
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| White hoizontal lines | 11/13/2009 |
Q: Our Toshiba 27AF44 TV has about 4" of evenly spaced horizontal white lines @ the top of the screen. ...
A: A set this old is not a good candidate for any expensive repair. This may or may not be expensive. ...
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| Technics SU-G86 intergrated AV AMP | 11/13/2009 |
Q: I have a older am, technics and it has hook-ups for (5) sets of speakers, many MODES from ...
A: Please check the user/owner manual where you will find the detailed instructions on how to operate ...
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| JVC projection tv shuts off repeatedley | 11/12/2009 |
Q: JVC model#HD-55G456 55in. projection tv. Screen will go out, power light blinking, can hear the fan ...
A: JVC lists this as no user serviceable parts except for the projection lamp which is expendable and ...
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| DARK SPOT ON SCREEN | 11/12/2009 |
Q: I HAVE A PANASONIC 45# LCD FLAT SCREEN MODEL #PT-40LC12/PT-45LC12. THE SCREEN HAS A PURPLE SPLOCH IN ...
A: I know this model has had a bad history regarding the lamp and the housing that the lamp is mounted ...
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| audio bajo en modular lg | 11/12/2009 |
Q: hola compañeros mi duda es la siguiente, tengo un modular lg modelo ffh-8900a llego porque no hacia ...
A: I have a to modulate lg model ffh-8900a I arrive because not toward any funcion in cd change the ci ...
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| Loss of Sound | 11/11/2009 |
Q: The AKAI LCT2785TA will loose sound at variable times for a variable length of time. Sometimes I ...
A: It may be of moderate expense. Without knowing more of the symptoms details my judgment is the ...
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| Pioneer xv-htd520 receiver | 11/11/2009 |
Q: How come every time I power up and the standby light comes on the system powers down everytime I hit ...
A: These kinds of tribulations are usually a function of a bad power supply - or, can also be something ...
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| Rca HDTV frozen on vid1 mode | 11/11/2009 |
Q: RCA HDTV Model #HD52W59 Purchased in Jan. 2006. I have been having problems with it freezing after ...
A: Here is what I suggest you do. If it doesn't help, come back to me and we will take another stab at ...
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| Sony Trinitron Wega KV-27FV15 | 11/10/2009 |
Q: The volume on my TV when I place it on video makes a piercing noise. What is the problem and is it ...
A: I think the problem is not the tv. If you pull the connections to video1 so there is NO connection ...
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| 42in DLP toshiba television | 11/10/2009 |
Q: I have a 42 in DLP HD Toshiba Television it was made in 2006 it is a rear facing projection tv model ...
A: These symptoms are more serious. Since it is a DLP you will need to check the lamp assembly ...
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| flat screen samsung | 11/10/2009 |
Q: I have read your suggestions to several problems and you seem like the guy to ask! A few months ago ...
A: Well, there is no such thing as a cheap repair on these large screens; that is what you are in for ...
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| Dvr/dvd recorders | 11/9/2009 |
Q: I have been wanting to get a way to record my favorite shows because the job I just got has hours ...
A: Let me recommend this discussion: http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20060926122519AA73HPD ...
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| No Power | 11/9/2009 |
Q: I have SONY KV-K21MF1 Chassis G3F which was turned off on inspection I found a blown fuse. After ...
A: Sorry, that model does not come up with anything on the Sony Australia help site. Are you certain ...
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| Sony Trinitron Wega KV-27FV15 | 11/9/2009 |
Q: The volume on my TV when I place it on video makes a piercing noise. What is the problem and is it ...
A: Is the sound coming out of the speakers or is it inside the tv set? Please check it carefully as it ...
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| sony-trinitron | 11/9/2009 |
Q: when turned on stand by/timer light will blink-this is supposed to happen, but once on the light ...
A: I must have the model number and the number of blinks. But, you can do this yourself. Go to: ...
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| Hitachi Projection TV | 11/8/2009 |
Q: I have a Hitachi Ultravision Digital Projection TV. I think it's 56", but not certain and I don't ...
A: It depends on the pattern of the picture defects. If you could describe what goes on exactly and the ...
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| picture problem | 11/8/2009 |
Q: I have a Hitachi 46UX24B tv with a picture that sags from the top center and right bottom. Is there ...
A: It is more likely to be the convergence circuit that has gone bad. But, it requires some testing to ...
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| 42in DLP toshiba television | 11/8/2009 |
Q: I have a 42 in DLP HD Toshiba Television it was made in 2006 it is a rear facing projection tv model ...
A: It will require some testing to be sure. But, I think it is a power supply failure. It will require ...
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| Toshiba 51H84 | 11/8/2009 |
Q: I just bought this TV from a friend today. The audio has a continuous almost thumping sound. It ...
A: But, does the thumping sound stop when the volume is reduced to zero? IF NO: The problem may be ...
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| mark antony mk1500 amp | 11/7/2009 |
Q: this car amplifier when hooking it up immediately burns up a 80 amp fuse in the power line coming ...
A: Without being there it is hard to guess what is going on. The only clue I have is that the internal ...
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| Mitsubishi 73 in locked buttons | 11/7/2009 |
Q: I have a Mitsubishi WS-73711. The TV doesn't respond to either the remote or the front panel ...
A: When you say "doesn't respond" do you mean the set does not come ON or are there other features that ...
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| toshiba 42wt29b | 11/7/2009 |
Q: whilst watching it the other day the screen went off but the standby light was on buttons on remote ...
A: There are many possible causes for these symptoms and it requires testing to be sure. However, most ...
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| fuzzy off color pictuer | 11/7/2009 |
Q: What can I do to make my tv picture more clear and get the coloring right.
A: If you would give make and model number we can give you very clear instructions. However, here is ...
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| toshiba 52HM84 | 11/6/2009 |
Q: tv goes through many start ups but give a picture,it has a new lamp. HELP Dave
A: What is your question? So, you replaced the lamp? Why did you do that? Was the lamp indicator ...
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| RCA HD TV | 11/6/2009 |
Q: I have a RCA HD TV model # HD52W59 it's about 3years old. The other night while watch it the picture ...
A: The loss of picture and raster is most often associated with high voltage failure. The high voltage ...
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| Memorex 32" LCD TV | 11/6/2009 |
Q: I want to know why my TV will turn on but no picture and it does have sound. This is the second time ...
A: Without the model number I can only give some general comments. Warranty lasts one year; if it is ...
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| Ultravision Projection TV | 11/6/2009 |
Q: We have a 50" Ultravision Projection TV that just started having shadows and a red tint on the ...
A: Seems you have a convergence circuit gone bad. The cost of repair is always around $300 plus. It ...
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| Panasonic Veira TH-42PX70A | 11/5/2009 |
Q: My TV has stopped working i have unplugged and replugged i have it on a surge proctor board and it ...
A: This seems to be a power supply failure - not uncommon in any television receiver. Unfortunately, ...
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| car audio amplifier | 11/5/2009 |
Q: i'm in need of some big help on this one...I have a cruiser 4000wt., single channel, single ohm, ...
A: It would be either in the power supply or at the output demodulator. You can open it up and sniff ...
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| Panasonic Cinema Vision | 11/5/2009 |
Q: I believe the model# PT615x60a. The screen is dark after adjusting to the levels to the max to ...
A: That model number does not come up as current. I could not find anything on it other than ...
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| Sylvania 19" v-chip problem | 11/4/2009 |
Q: I have a Sylvania 19" LCD195-SL8A. I will be watching TV and all of a sudden the screen goes blue ...
A: Do you have the manual and have you gone through the programming to make sure it has been released ...
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| Old RCA tv wont change video | 11/4/2009 |
Q: I then got a new universal one. I have an older RCA TV there is no option for video in the front ...
A: You must have a remote that operates the video switching function. Try another remote. You cannot ...
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| sony grand wega | 11/4/2009 |
Q: My sony tv model kdf42e2000 is getting a pink line across the top and a light blue line across the ...
A: This could be due to a weal projection lamp. Have you replaced the lamp yet? If you replace it ...
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| Hitachi TV screen | 11/3/2009 |
Q: Date : July 1986 TV screen shrinks like the trapezoid adjustment on a computer monitor. Like this ...
A: Have you tried just smacking and whacking the set vigorously with your hand or fist? This will ...
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| panasonic 60' tv won't turn on | 11/3/2009 |
Q: My panasonic Tv, Model PT-61LCZ7, won't turn on occasionally. The green indicator light comes on ...
A: Have you checked the lamp indicators and has the lamp been replaced? I suggest you read through the ...
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| 60pp920217f | 11/3/2009 |
Q: I was given a Philips 60pp920217f(DPTV305F) and the picture has reds, blues, greens and yellows, and ...
A: Not sure what the symptoms are as you explained it. Are you saying the colors are out of ...
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| Pioneer vsx-d602s | 11/3/2009 |
Q: My audio receiver started making a loud popping noise through the speakers, and no longer has any ...
A: This is a vintage receiver! And a good one, too. Popping sounds are most often from a bad ...
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| Maxent Flat Screen | 11/2/2009 |
Q: No sound at all...TV was given to me w/o remote control or manual
A: You can find the manual on the net - - - but you did not give me the model number so I cannot look ...
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| tv | 11/2/2009 |
Q: I have a Sony KDF-E50A10 which turns itself off approximately every hour and immediately turns ...
A: Probably - a best guess - is leaky capacitors in the power supplies and/or voltage regulators. Let ...
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| Power loss on 55' Mitsubishi Projection | 11/2/2009 |
Q: I have cable from Comcast connected to it, and as I turned it to High Def, the tv just turned off. I ...
A: No, I doubt if you can repair it by yourself. The problem is most likely a loss of the power ...
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| Magnavox 27MT3305/17 Problem | 11/2/2009 |
Q: Whenever i turn on the tv it doesnt stay on. The tv turns off after 5 to 10 seconds and i repeat ...
A: This is most often, among many other possibilities, a power supply failure. In fact, it is also most ...
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| TV issue | 11/1/2009 |
Q: I have a 2001 54" Samsung PCL 5415RX/XAC television. When we turn it on horizontal red lines appear ...
A: Well, the set is getting old. Most experts would say that if an RPTV is over 8 years of age that it ...
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| car stereo | 11/1/2009 |
Q: hooked up a new car stereo and when i turn it up or turn on my head lights it shuts off.what did i ...
A: Better check the wiring. Go to this page and check the wiring for your car: ...
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| loss of color in ge | 11/1/2009 |
Q: i have a ge model 32gt720 and the colors goes on an off but the picture its good
A: There are two general causes for loss of color: ONE: External. Such as bad antenna connection or ...
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| Pioneer Projection TV | 10/31/2009 |
Q: I have a Pioneer TV, model SD-5193-K. It was purchased new in 1996. Even thought this set has been ...
A: This is most often a power supply failure. And, in your case, since the set has been shipped around ...
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| red line on screen | 10/31/2009 |
Q: i have a sony kde42x5955, a thin red vertical line on the right side just appeared. any ...
A: Sorry, I don't know that model number. It does not follow the pattern of Sony model numbering ...
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| Hitachi Projection TV | 10/31/2009 |
Q: I have a Hitachi Ultravision Digital Projection TV. I think it's 56", but not certain and I don't ...
A: Could be any number of ailments. The dim reddish picture could be weak/old projection tubes or ...
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| DVR to VCR hookup | 10/30/2009 |
Q: I want to be able to copy shows that are on my DVR to my VCR. When I switch the channel on my TV to ...
A: Yes, you certainly must connect the gazouts to the gazins in order to get the signal flow working. ...
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| DVR to VCR hookup | 10/30/2009 |
Q: I want to be able to copy shows that are on my DVR to my VCR. When I switch the channel on my TV to ...
A: I think the vcr scrambling system called macrovision has been activated. This system prevents ...
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| Mitsubishi | 10/30/2009 |
Q: I was just given a Mitsubishi 1080hd tv from my neighbor that was transferred out of state. It ...
A: This is a common ailment for the newer tvs. Without a model number I cannot give you any specific ...
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| Audio on T.V. is not working | 10/30/2009 |
Q: I can not get the volume to work on my t.v. the remote is working but, the sound won't come on. I ...
A: First, check to make sure audio is ON. Go into the on-screen-menu and check to make sure SAP is OFF ...
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| mitsubishi wd62825g | 10/29/2009 |
Q: I have a mitsubishi wd62825g and the problem i'm having is that everytime i press the device button ...
A: This is a DLP set which has very few user serviceable parts. I am sorry to say about the only ...
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| Interference | 10/29/2009 |
Q: TV: Panasonic CT27D 12DFSP338 Mfg'd 3.2003 I have recently encountered sporadic 'snow' while ...
A: You will need to experiment in order to determine if the problem is internal or external. By ...
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| LG HD TV | 10/29/2009 |
Q: I would give anything to know if and how I can silence the annoying chime when you turn the LG HD TV ...
A: The chime is built into one of the microprocessors; like the little music you get when your Windows ...
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| PIP | 10/29/2009 |
Q: I have a mitsubishi CS 35303 with the original remote, and I can not figure out how to work the PIP ...
A: I didn't find the manual on this tv listed anywhere. For PIP operation there are generally two ...
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| Sony STR-DE675 | 10/28/2009 |
Q: I got my unit wet. First, the glass fuse kept blowing. Now, the unit powers up for about 5 ...
A: Need more information to guide you intelligently. If you got it wet, how wet and with what liquid? ...
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| Panasonic TV not turning on. | 10/28/2009 |
Q: Hey, I have a Panasonic 52" TV model: PT-52LCX65-K. The other day I was just watching television ...
A: Have you looked through the owners manual starting with page 65 about replacement procedures for the ...
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| Question | 10/28/2009 |
Q: I need to buy a Mitsubishi 3D TV from the US and import it to Bahrain. The TV that I want to buy is: ...
A: Oh. That makes a difference. The tv should work fine for the nVidia system. The transformer is not ...
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| Magnavox TV Screen Proglem | 10/28/2009 |
Q: I have a Magnavox 32 inch flat screen tv with built in DVD player. There is a grey shadow covering ...
A: I think the box covering the picture is from the CC or closed caption being on. You must turn it to ...
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| JVC AV56P575 | 10/27/2009 |
Q: I am inquiring of whether there are some common issues that may be the cause of my JVC tv not ...
A: Rear Projection Tvs of all makes seem to suffer from two most common causes: Power supply and ...
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| NEC TV | 10/27/2009 |
Q: I have a NEC Color TV model CT2620A. I did not get the owners manual with it. Can you tell me how to ...
A: Have you changed the input to cable? Some sets will automatically sense the incoming signal and ...
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| Question | 10/27/2009 |
Q: I need to buy a Mitsubishi 3D TV from the US and import it to Bahrain. The TV that I want to buy is: ...
A: I am sorry to inform you that I don't think this set will work in Bahrain. Why? The frequency used ...
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| audio headset | 10/27/2009 |
Q: What audio headset do you recommend for connecting with a Memorex LCD tv? A wireless headset would ...
A: I do not give equipment recommendations. This is because there are too many subjective factors ...
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| hitachi tv | 10/26/2009 |
Q: I have a hitachi ultravision 50vf820. the lamp went out, and i replaced with new, but lamp light ...
A: First suggestion is to reinstall the lamp but be very careful and make sure it is seated correctly. ...
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| NEC TV | 10/26/2009 |
Q: I have a NEC Color TV model CT2620A. I did not get the owners manual with it. Can you tell me how to ...
A: Do you get 70 when you punch in that number on your remote? Any channel that is coming in to the ...
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| black box on screen | 10/26/2009 |
Q: The tv has a black box that is covering the bottem of the tv and I have already set the captions to ...
A: You must turn closed captioning to OFF. The tv must have an off setting. Keep going around the CC ...
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| olevia 237-t12 TV has no power!!! | 10/26/2009 |
Q: I have an olevia LCD HDTV model 237-t12, not even 2 years old and all of a sudden, the image turned ...
A: Looks like the power supply system has gone dead. And, yes, it could be a bad fuse, but usually the ...
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| panasonic hdtv 1080i green light flashes | 10/13/2009 |
Q: When we turn on our TV we get a flashing green power light that after a couple min goes to a red ...
A: Consider first the lamp and/or ballast system. If the lamp has not been replaced lately it may now ...
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| Maxent MX-42HPM20 volume issue | 10/13/2009 |
Q: My plasma TV continually increases volume on it's own and when you try to adjust it lower it raises ...
A: Try a hard rest: Unplug the tv power cord for a full hour. Then try it again. If the reset does ...
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| Sony Wega TV | 10/13/2009 |
Q: I have a Sony 50-something" Wega TV, probably about 4 years old. The TV has "KDF-E50A10" on it (is ...
A: Does the tv come ON at all? Do you have sound? Do you hear any clicking or ticking sound from ...
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| Projection TV | 10/12/2009 |
Q: I emailed you yesterday about a projection TV that was given to us: Model #SD-P50A3-Q, mfg date ...
A: Very strange condition, I might say! But, I am glad you found a solution and I hope it solves the ...
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| big streak on 1/3rd of tv screen | 10/12/2009 |
Q: My 52" toshiba regza model 52rv535u has a streak of background color (of whatever is on at the ...
A: I have no idea about this. It is a symptom I have never seen or heard about. Does the pattern ...
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| found sharp tv | 10/12/2009 |
Q: I found this TV in the parking lot of my place of work, i plug it in and it makes a high pitched ...
A: It is a high voltage failure and possibly other malfunctions. Cost of repair will be over $200 in my ...
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| Sony KP 51hw40 Projection | 10/12/2009 |
Q: I moved to a house last week with a very narrow/steep stairwell to the family room. I can't get the ...
A: I would not recommend disassembling the unit. You may gain an inch or two by removing the back ...
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| Sony blinking codes | 10/11/2009 |
Q: I have a Sony Trinitron 36" model KV36H5500. when I turned it on there was a pop and then no picture ...
A: You have lost the high voltage. This is generally, but not always, caused by failure of either/or ...
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| video proyector kp-57wv600 | 10/11/2009 |
Q: after aprox. one min. of turn tv on the screen goes blue,no video but the audio is ok
A: Go through the owners manual for setup and other options to make sure you have all the settings ...
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| Sony TV picture will not come on | 10/11/2009 |
Q: I have a Sony model KF-50XBR800 and I have recently replace the lamp. When I turn on the TV, the ...
A: This requires some hands-on testing by one who is an expert with Sony XBR sets. Please call an ...
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| COLOR BANDS IN TV | 10/10/2009 |
Q: My Aiwa A 219 TV is about 5 years old. Recently there was a high voltage problem and the TV has ...
A: This seems like a magnetization of the shadow mask inside the CRT picture tube. Magnetization is ...
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| TV with buzzing and convergence problem | 10/10/2009 |
Q: I have a 27" Magnavox TS2552 C205 made in 1995 that the convergence went wacky on and it began to ...
A: The buzzing problem: It may need a new electrolytic capacitor in the dc line that feeds the IR ...
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| sony trinitron 35 tv model kv-35s42 | 10/10/2009 |
Q: watching the television one night everything fine. Next morning blinking red light no picture or ...
A: How many blinks does it give? Here is an idea of what could be causing your problem: ...
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| intermitent fault | 10/10/2009 |
Q: I have a 1998 model Pioneer SD-P62A5-K projection TV. I recently had an issue where the set would ...
A: Let me clarify: The lines are vertical or horizontal? The correct answer makes a big difference in ...
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| Sony tv screen keeps on blinking on/off | 10/9/2009 |
Q: yea my sony trinitron tv keeps blinking on an off the standby light is also blinking a ...
A: Can't help much without the model number. But here are some generic comments that may help. How ...
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| speakers | 10/9/2009 |
Q: I have old speakers from 1976.The name is Cerwin Vega.The model is TR 12.The problem is there are no ...
A: Not sure I understand the question. You can power the speakers without a fuse if you want. Just ...
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| mitsubishi tv vs5059 | 10/9/2009 |
Q: my mitsubishi tv vs5059 turn blank screen once a while, still have sound, after I turn off for 30 ...
A: If the screen goes totally dark/black and the audio remains working it is nearly always a failure of ...
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| Picture only in center of tv | 10/9/2009 |
Q: I have a 46 inch RCA tv. I turn it on and it will only have the picture horizontally on the screen. ...
A: This is caused by a faulty vertical deflection amplifier. It is most often the vertical output ...
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| Toshiba DLP 44HM85 color problem | 10/8/2009 |
Q: I am hoping you can give me your opinion on what you think might be wrong with my tv. It is a ...
A: I think it is the video engine. But, I am not the best expert on Toshiba DLP units. I suggest you ...
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| Maxent LCD tv problem | 10/8/2009 |
Q: The tv sparked and smells of electrical fire. It makes a loud pop and that smell returns each time ...
A: Needless to say this is a very dangerous matter and you should not try to power it up until it gets ...
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| Toshiba TP55H95 TV | 10/8/2009 |
Q: I have a Toshiba TP55H95 TV that has just started shutting off by itself. When it does this the red ...
A: This is generally but not always a power supply failure. Maybe 80% of the time, anyway. Other ...
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| TV with buzzing and convergence problem | 10/7/2009 |
Q: I have a 27" Magnavox TS2552 C205 made in 1995 that the convergence went wacky on and it began to ...
A: I think it is a 25" model, but that makes no difference so far as a solution is concerned. What ...
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| Mitsubishi CK-3526R degauss relay clicks, then shuts down | 10/7/2009 |
Q: My father-in-law has an old Mitsubishi CK-3526R that no longer works. He asked to see if I could fix ...
A: The clicking may not be the degaussing relay... but the protection circuit shutting down the power ...
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| SansuI Lcd 19 | 10/7/2009 |
Q: Can not connect my sansui lcd 19 tv to a home theartre
A: If your tv does not have an audio output you cannot connect. If it has rca phone jacks you can ...
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| setting timer to record various channels | 10/7/2009 |
Q: I have no issue taping, while I am watching and on the channel I am watching, Bit when I use the ...
A: but, sorry to say, without the make and model I have no way of knowing what recording strategy is ...
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| 2001 Panasonic 32" | 10/6/2009 |
Q: One day our Panasonic CT32D31E (2001) TV just popped into a "flatline" across the center of the ...
A: The failure is in the vertical deflection amplifier. In most cases it is the vertical output ...
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| tv problems | 10/6/2009 |
Q: i have a tv that doesn't hold channels even if the antenna is inserted. when i connect it with dvd ...
A: The model number you gave is not a Panasonic tv number. Since you are getting the blue screen it ...
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| prima tv | 10/6/2009 |
Q: have a prima P4237P 42"Plasma tv that is one year old. Recently will sometimes have around 5 ...
A: Yes, that was my first thought that it was coming with the cable delivery system. If that ...
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| RCA Tv | 10/5/2009 |
Q: RCA F32650 32" TV Enterainment series I turn it on and the on button blinks 3 times and then turns ...
A: It is most likely a power supply failure. Very common with RCA sets. Very common with all sets of ...
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| mitsubishi 65 inch | 10/5/2009 |
Q: I have a Mitsubishi 65 inch DLP television and the sound is going in and out. I have tried ti unplug ...
A: Does it fade in and out or does it cut instantly in and out? Do you get good audio when playing a ...
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| samsung pcl5415r projection tv will not work at all. | 10/5/2009 |
Q: i have a samsung pcl5415r projection tv that is dated june 2001 on the back and i am trying to figue ...
A: Are you getting the light on the front panel? Is it blinking or steady on? Did you try unplugging ...
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| no cable picture | 10/5/2009 |
Q: i recently got a Hitachi 53udx10b tv.when i hooked cablebox up to it,it worked fine.but i had to ...
A: Check the connections. It is hard to believe the set expired just as you moved the cable box. Did ...
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| Component Connection | 10/4/2009 |
Q: I am trying to connect my Toshiba SD220e dvd player to my Toshiba 42AV635DB tv via component cable. ...
A: Well, the tv is a multi-reception system for PAL/SECAM as well as NTSC. The dvd player is also a ...
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| lines at bottom of my apex tv | 10/4/2009 |
Q: there are several curved lines on the bottomof the screen first when i turn it on the screen is ...
A: I would say the convergence circuit has gone bad. The repair involves replacing two ICs and ...
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| Panasonic HD Projeciton PT-53WX42F | 10/4/2009 |
Q: I have a friend who gave me a Panasonic HD Projeciton PT-53WX42F with a manufacturing date of Feb ...
A: The relay is used by the protection power management circuit to turn off the set when there is an ...
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| Sylvania TV powered on then auto-shutdown | 10/4/2009 |
Q: I have a Sylvania 27" TV-combo and it was running fine last night. This morning when I tried to ...
A: Based on your description of the lines and the non-starting operation I am guessing the set is going ...
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| Hitachi 53" projection tv | 10/3/2009 |
Q: Model 53SDX01B I am trying to locate a power supply unit for this model of Hitachi. About 2 weeks ...
A: There are three power supplies in this tv: Main supply (very complicated, not a sub-assembly), IR ...
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| rf modulator/recording device hookup when tv doesn't have enough inputs | 10/3/2009 |
Q: I've got a tv (analog, I believe, but with video1 and video2 hookups). I have digital cable box ...
A: You can add an external a/v switch which will add more switching capabilities. ...
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| Sony TV | 10/3/2009 |
Q: I have a Trinitron Sony TV. The KV-2064R remote is gone and the TV continues to shut off like it is ...
A: This is a protection mode issue. There is something inside the tv that is causing excessive current ...
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| TH-42PD60U won't turn on | 10/3/2009 |
Q: I have Panasonic plasma TV model TH-42PD60U, and while we I was watching a movie, it suddenly it ...
A: It will need servicing. The fuse for this model is located, I think, just inside near the power ...
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| RCA P52397 TV black & white | 10/2/2009 |
Q: I have an RCA P52397 rear projection TV (about 4 yrs. old?) that now just displays in black & white ...
A: Go to the menu and make sure you have it set for antenna or cable - which ever one you are using. ...
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| Mitsu W55907, no pic, but pic at menu screen | 10/2/2009 |
Q: The set turns on and the picture will go out after a few minutes, no pic at any input. When I bring ...
A: I must know the following in order to guesstimate what is going on: ONE: Sound keeps working? Yes ...
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| tv turns off after a few seconds | 10/2/2009 |
Q: we have a 1995 model the model number is 50ux19k the problem is it turns on and off all by it self ...
A: This is nearly always a problem inside the main power supply. It can be caused by a number of ...
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| Color red goes in and out on Hitachi ultrascan HD | 10/2/2009 |
Q: I have had my Hitachi Ultrascan HD tv for three years after picking it up from a garage sale for ...
A: Sounds like you have what we call an intermittent condition internally. They are usually caused by ...
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| 45 in. Mitsubishi Tv | 10/1/2009 |
Q: I have a 45 in. Mitsubishi Tv Model: VS - 45603 (1) I can not get TV to power on correctly just ...
A: May be power supply related. It is the most common ailment when the set goes into the protection ...
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| Power On/Off Problem | 10/1/2009 |
Q: I purchased approximate. 2005 a SONY KD-34XBR960 and was a pretty expensive HDTV ($2000). I had a 4 ...
A: This fine gentleman's experience may be helpful to you. ...
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| Zenith Console Menu won't display | 10/1/2009 |
Q: We moved our Zenith Sentry 2 Console from one room to another and now the menu will only display a ...
A: Since it seemed to have happened because of the move it may be your set has a loose connection or ...
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| Samsung dynaflat hd tv | 10/1/2009 |
Q: The television when you turn it on it will immediately turn itself off. What can I do to it to fix ...
A: You did not give a model number so I can only give you a generic reply. Mostly this is caused by ...
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| Shaking incubator | 9/30/2009 |
Q: I have a Labcon Shaking Incubator MODEL:FSIM-SPO8 & S.No. L28432.The problem with this instrument is ...
A: I am not familiar with this product or the manufacturer. But, here is my feeble comment. I don't ...
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| white screen | 9/30/2009 |
Q: I have a sharp aquos LC-45GX6U that only displays a white screen with a skinny vertical green line. ...
A: You will need a Sharp authorized service shop to test it. There are many possible causes, that is ...
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| RCA 60" projection TV | 9/30/2009 |
Q: my picture looks like a U shape in 3D. can it be repaired.
A: Yes, of course. It just takes a good technician to remove a couple of bad Integrated Circuits and ...
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| Samsung televition with the model # of CT-2172 | 9/30/2009 |
Q: My television has the trouble of vertical, it has a vertical line or one line in the center of the ...
A: If the vertical deflection amplifier is defective it will produce a line which is horizontal across ...
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| sanyo goes silent, then turns off. | 9/29/2009 |
Q: I have a sanyo CE32LD6-B The sound goes completely, and the standby light comes on after a few ...
A: Yes. The excessive current immediately initiates the protection circuit which takes over the entire ...
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| tv repair | 9/29/2009 |
Q: My Panasonic #PT52LCX16 worked perfectly than next day my wife turned it on and nothing. The little ...
A: Probably failure of the main power supply or the power management supply. There are two supplies ...
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| sanyo goes silent, then turns off. | 9/29/2009 |
Q: I have a sanyo CE32LD6-B The sound goes completely, and the standby light comes on after a few ...
A: This is a 32" LCD set. Since the picture seems to be fine and only the audio is going out it is ...
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| Sansui SV2918 tv | 9/29/2009 |
Q: Our TV's picture was zoomed and we cannot read sport scores. shortly after the remote control was ...
A: The oversize of the screen is often, in older sets, caused by a cold solder joint. You can find out ...
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| Prima Q2016 remote code | 9/28/2009 |
Q: I broke the remote control of my Prima Q2016 and bought a universal supertel pilot for replacement. ...
A: I believe this set is made by Zenith. At least Zenith has a model that cross references with this ...
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| One confused gamer. | 9/28/2009 |
Q: I am very happy that I now both gaming systems in my home (ps3 &xbox 360). i am getting a humming ...
A: I would advise against going through a mini system. Best off to take both games directly into the ...
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| Philips 60" HDTV convergence circuit | 9/28/2009 |
Q: I have read several questions and answers about problems just like mine with Philips HDTV's, with ...
A: Sometimes a convergence circuit will toggle or change during the process of it failing completely. ...
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| toshiba dlp picture out | 9/28/2009 |
Q: Hello model 62HM196 Toshiba the picture went out and sound still there what is wrong
A: Could be the lamp. Could be the color wheel. Could be the color engine. Could be a bad power supply ...
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| finalizing DVD on new recorder? | 9/27/2009 |
Q: I am having the same problem as someone else you were helping: ...
A: Why are you using dvd media? Is there some reason? Hard Drive is a better solution for a large ...
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| Screen went black | 9/27/2009 |
Q: My Toshiba 42 inch (model 42HP66)screen went black the other night. The audio still works but there ...
A: This is a plasma set. Good technology when it works! Since the sound is working it means that at ...
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| Work Menu with No Remote | 9/27/2009 |
Q: Just purchased a old model wide screen tv from a realative. They didn't have a remote. I need to fix ...
A: Can't give you a specific answer without a model number. You can continue to push buttons to see if ...
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| rca 54 inch projection | 9/27/2009 |
Q: the picture played perfect,until we moved.when i hooked it up again the convergence was off ...
A: Yes, it will repair easily - but expensively - maybe. Since you have just moved you MAY have ...
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| Mitsubishi HD 1080 Series | 9/26/2009 |
Q: My TV has double vision on channel numbers, and when viewing screen it looks like it's concave or ...
A: The convergence circuit has gone bad. It requires a repair. Repair is done by replacing two ICs ...
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| rear projection tv | 9/26/2009 |
Q: I have a Mitsubishi rear projection TV model# WS65511 The red lamp appears to have lost ...
A: It is a convergence thing. Caused by failure of the convergence chips in the circuit. It is very ...
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| Sony KZ-42TS1 | 9/26/2009 |
Q: I have had the Sony KZ-42TS1 Flat Screen TV for about 5 years and when I returned from vacation my ...
A: You are correct. If a dvd player connected into the a/v inputs of the set and you are getting ...
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| Sony KZ-42TS1 | 9/26/2009 |
Q: I have had the Sony KZ-42TS1 Flat Screen TV for about 5 years and when I returned from vacation my ...
A: This is an analog tv receiver. There are no longer any analog channels being broadcast (over the ...
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| samsung dvd player | 9/25/2009 |
Q: samsung dvd player will not play a dvd/cd it blinks wait. We have tried to reset system, take ...
A: Can't give you very specific advice without the model number but here are some generic comments that ...
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| Mitsubshi HD 1080 | 9/25/2009 |
Q: My TV has started that when you turn it on the light comes on showing that it is warming up but then ...
A: Power supply failure -- probably. Repair is always over $200. With a set that is 9 years old you ...
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| TV HAS NO AUDIO | 9/25/2009 |
Q: I have a Panasonic CT-36L14 TV and I can't get the audio to work. It is not a MUTE issue as this ...
A: Have you checked the SAP setting? Go into the menu and make sure it is set for stereo (or mono) but ...
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| My TV is Buzzing | 9/24/2009 |
Q: This is what happened: I turned my TV on and 15 minutes later I hear a Pop sound and the TV turns ...
A: First, try just unplugging it for about one hour. Then try it again and see what happens. If still ...
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| white as snow, no pic 42hl67us, has sound...confused/???? | 9/24/2009 |
Q: i called toshiba who, sent out a representative whom left their "fix box" in my dining room on my ...
A: This tech was not very helpful! He could have explained better to you what was going on, for sure. ...
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| Pionner VSX 711 receiver | 9/24/2009 |
Q: I need to find some seller that has the component OSA-SS-224DM3 to replace one from my receiver. ...
A: If you google that part number you will find plenty of information about it and where you can buy ...
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| RCA | 9/24/2009 |
Q: I've got a 38" RCA (I think 38) that turns on and off by it self. Like a ghost. Didn't happen until ...
A: You didn't give me the model number of the tv so it makes it difficult for a reliable answer. The ...
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| projection tv | 9/23/2009 |
Q: i am getting blue shadows behind things so what can i do to get it back to new is it something i can ...
A: I can't tell with your description of the symptoms but it looks like the convergence has failed. ...
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| no power | 9/23/2009 |
Q: I have a rear projection Phillips/Magnabox L31,W39 big screen tv.I looked for a date when made its"s ...
A: It has gone into protection mode and requires servicing. It is not a DIY project as it requires ...
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| remote control problem | 9/23/2009 |
Q: the remote will not turn TV on. everything else with the remote works fine. you have to turn the TV ...
A: ONE: Could need new batteries in the remote. Try operating the remote up close to the IR eye and ...
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| lg flatscreen | 9/23/2009 |
Q: i have a flat screen lg, made in 2004. It powers up ok , but does not show any type of picture or ...
A: There are many, many possibilities. It requires testing by a qualified technician who can diagnose ...
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| mitsubishi tv | 9/22/2009 |
Q: I have a Mitsubishi 45in projection tv model vs45502.As soon as you turn it on it turns itself ...
A: Power supply failure. It is not a DIY project. You need a trained tech who can test and find the ...
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| Toshiba 40H80 | 9/22/2009 |
Q: We have found a really nice Toshiba 40H80 47" TV with stereo, serial number 14440491. IT was ...
A: Well, first of all I don't recommend ever buying used tv sets for more than a few dollars. ...
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| TV Query | 9/22/2009 |
Q: I have a Sansui SV2002 TV and i am getting sound but no picture.What can be the common fault or what ...
A: Most often when sound is working but video is gone (that is totally dark screen) the high voltage ...
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| TV hit by lightning | 9/22/2009 |
Q: I have a JVC AV-48P776 projection tv. Teh other day during a storm the power went out in the house. ...
A: Try it again from another outlet. Or, check the outlet with a lamp to make sure you don't have an ...
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| Panasonic projection tv | 9/21/2009 |
Q: I have a panasonic rear projection tv and it seems like the picture is blown up or zoomed in, it ...
A: Seems to be associated with an intermittent condition. This is when some connection such as a cold ...
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| Extended warranty | 9/21/2009 |
Q: I just bought a Sony - BRAVIA / 55" Class / 1080p / 120Hz / LCD HDTV Model: KDL-55V5100 and I am ...
A: Good price for one of this size. I have no personal experience with this model. I glanced through ...
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| Hitachi Utlravision 50VS810 | 9/21/2009 |
Q: I have a Hitachi Utlravision 50VS810, rear projections TV, upon start-up the screen is blurry for ...
A: Let me assume you have made the proper adjustments with the OSD settings for brightness and ...
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| Toshiba TV repair | 9/21/2009 |
Q: Toshiba model TP50H60 Looking for some help to fix my TV. I turn it on, and almost immediately I ...
A: I would say the tuner module inside the set is defective, or at least, has an intermittent problem ...
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| Toshiba 36A50 | 9/20/2009 |
Q: I have a Toshiba 36 inch. Actually I have 2 of the same. I'm having problems with both. The one ...
A: I'd be guessing with what little information you gave about the symptoms. But, I will make an ...
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| panasonic th-37pd25 plasma tv | 9/20/2009 |
Q: set was hit by electric surge. no pic or sound but power light comes on ,couple of leds light up on ...
A: There are so few users serviceable parts on these new fangled sets, especially with plasma. And, ...
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| TV powers up but no display, or front lights | 9/20/2009 |
Q: I have a Sony Trinitron, 29", T29SF81. When I turn it on, it charges up the screen, but doesn't ...
A: How do you know the picture tube is charging up if there is no raster? Do you have a VOM? If so, ...
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| RCA 32" Home Theater | 9/19/2009 |
Q: My RCA 32" Home Theater model #G31750WKA made in November 1994 made a loud popping noise, and I lost ...
A: Can never be sure when diagnosing "sight unseen" but my guess is that an electrolytic filter failed ...
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| loud buzz on vcr tapes I have taped | 9/19/2009 |
Q: Ever since I attached a digital converter box to my tv, when I tape a program on the built-in vcr, ...
A: It is a defective converter box. You should have it replaced with a good one. There is nothing ...
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| loud buzz on vcr tapes I have taped | 9/19/2009 |
Q: Ever since I attached a digital converter box to my tv, when I tape a program on the built-in vcr, ...
A: I don't understand why you aren't using the a/v connections rather than the rf feed. It is not ...
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| mitsubishi,2002,model number ws-a48 | 9/19/2009 |
Q: Got tv today.It was working fine.Then it just turned off.I think i might have turned on the front ...
A: You can download the owners manual from: http://www.hammerwall.com/Download_Manual/6807/ and get ...
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| Hitachi TV | 9/18/2009 |
Q: We have a Hitachi Tv and the bottom half of the screen just recently became 3D looking. It's only on ...
A: Without the model number I cannot give you a reliable answer. But, if it is a RPTV the problem is ...
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| vertical sweep | 9/18/2009 |
Q: can you tell me where the vertical output IC is located for a panasonic CT27SF20R circuit board? i ...
A: You may want to take a non-conducting probe (such as a wooden dowel rod) and gently poke around on ...
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| trinitron tv/ 1991 | 9/18/2009 |
Q: picture on tv is like an hour glass. not sure how to change it to regular screen. model number is ...
A: I assume it has happened recently? For an older set such as yours it it most likely a cold solder ...
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| Sony Trinitron | 9/18/2009 |
Q: Hey bud I have a Trinitron XBR built in 2002 model number KV-40XBR800. Originally started with my ...
A: Here are the blinking codes for most sets of 3 to 5 years age: ...
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| LCD TV | 9/17/2009 |
Q: I am about to purchase a HD LCD TV (42-46 inch) and would need your insight. I am somewhat aware ...
A: 8 year life span is pretty much the target for small screen sets. Why? Because most people don't ...
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| Sony xbr 27 | 9/17/2009 |
Q: I get the picture but no sound. I moved the TV from one room to another and in that process i ...
A: Most xbr sets have a switch on the back for external speaker. Check to see if that got switched. ...
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| Mitsubishi 42 inches big sreen tv | 9/17/2009 |
Q: Will not turn on, looks like no power going on.Called repair man and said it has a bad regulator and ...
A: The symptom you gave is most often a power supply problem and a voltage regulator is part of the ...
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| Sony Handycam Camcorder CCD-F201 | 9/17/2009 |
Q: My father just bought a Sony Handycam Camcorder CCD-F201.... We are having trouble trying to fiqure ...
A: Did you buy it in good working order? If the manual did not come with it you should have insisted ...
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| power light blinks | 9/16/2009 |
Q: I have a Panasonic hdtv big screen. (cinema vision) not sure of model number. Worked great ...
A: I think it is a power supply problem. But, there are 3 power supplies in this set. One for the ...
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| horizonal problem | 9/16/2009 |
Q: I can't see the ESPN scores at the bottom of my screen and need to lift the screen a little. I've ...
A: This instruction should get you into the service mode where you can scout around and see if you can ...
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| SYLVANIA combo tv 6719DB | 9/16/2009 |
Q: It won't stay on, it turns off after 15 second. Believe the problem comes from the VCR. I still ...
A: Here are some ideas: http://www.ehow.com/how_2054298_remove-dvd-stuck-player.html Have you checked ...
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| Connecting DVD/VCR Combo | 9/16/2009 |
Q: and what I am trying to do is hookup my dvd/vcr combo(model#0698581) so that it works on the RCA, I ...
A: By the way, the number you gave, G26282WK, is the number for the remote control. In any event, the ...
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| Hitachi 50" Ultravision 1994 | 9/15/2009 |
Q: The Hitachi 50" Ultravision was working fine. Turned it off for the weekend. Came home - click - ...
A: I think it is the power supply up front. But, could be the HV supply as well. If main power supply ...
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| Remote functions for Sony STR D360Z | 9/15/2009 |
Q: Got the Sony STR D360Z used three months ago. Remote would control volume but soon response became ...
A: Here are some possible issues. I think you can check them out by yourself, but let me know if you ...
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| Philips DPTV330 model# 46PP930217 | 9/15/2009 |
Q: I just bought this TV used and the picture is very dark and colors are off. I have tried adjusting ...
A: If the projection tubes need replaced you will find them to be very costly. To replace them would ...
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| SONY TV | 9/14/2009 |
Q: My !0year old Sony TV has started to take longer and longer to come on once you have pressed the ...
A: I can't give you a reliable answer without knowing more about the tv; model number would be good. ...
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| Sony TV | 9/14/2009 |
Q: I have a Sony Trinitron TV model# KV-27TS36 made in 1993 that has continuous red blinking. Should I ...
A: A set of this age is not a good candidate for any repair. Why? Because once major failures begin, ...
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| 6427FD | 9/14/2009 |
Q: My 6427FD's volume down button acts like the menu button while on any video input, though sometimes ...
A: Sorry, your mediafire links have dangerous popups associated with them. This is an old Sylvania ...
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| RCA f27676bc power problem | 9/14/2009 |
Q: I was having problems with the power staying on, and now all I get is a line across the picture. I ...
A: You may have a power supply problem, but the line across the picture is loss of the vertical ...
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| sony kp 61xbr200 | 9/13/2009 |
Q: sony kp 61xbr200. how do you adjust the screen control?
A: There are three meanings to screen control: - From menu screen setting up brightness, contrast, ...
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| Loud buzzing noise comming from my TV | 9/13/2009 |
Q: Recently it began making a loud buzzing noise which I thought was the cooling fan and turned out not ...
A: This is a DLP model and there is not much by way of user serviceable parts except for the lamp, ...
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| Hitachi Screen | 9/13/2009 |
Q: How do you take the plastic screen off the TV. It is a Hitachi Ultravision digital 54" bigscreen ...
A: If the picture looks like the projection tubes are producing a fuzzy or cloudy picture you probably ...
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| rca tv problem | 9/13/2009 |
Q: i have rca 52 " tv the problem is menu screen come up automatic and volume goes down.
A: Yes, common problem for RCA. You cannot fix it yourself. It requires an experienced rca tech and ...
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| a purple-ish screen when i turn on the tv | 9/12/2009 |
Q: when I turn on my toshiba model CN36Z71 the screen appears with a purple-ish hue. Then after a short ...
A: There are several picture tube drive circuits that can cause this. You would need an expert to do ...
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| Sony Triniton display question | 9/12/2009 |
Q: I have a Sony Triniton from the 1990's. I lost the remote (I use a digital cable box so it's not an ...
A: Turning off the display requires remote input. In some older sets you can access the menu from the ...
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| plasma tv gone bad | 9/12/2009 |
Q: The Comcast installer was hooking up a new second tv when our sony PFM-42B1 plasma tv (worked ...
A: You probably lost the power supply or some section of it. The blinking is a sign of power supply ...
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| Sony WEGA HDTV Model # KDF 55/60 WF 655 | 9/11/2009 |
Q: No sound problem. Was watching tv last night, everything fine, set down my remote...a Denon RC-974 ...
A: Well, if you disconnect the receiver/amp and switch over to internal audio that will tell you if the ...
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| Optimus sta-795 stereo reciever | 9/11/2009 |
Q: I can get the stereo to work on fm mono and fm1 and fm2. The problem is it looses (volume station ...
A: I don't understand the question. Let me guess what you are experiencing: - Getting audio when ...
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| Samsung HT-DM150 blinking | 9/11/2009 |
Q: I have a HT-DM150 which still functions in every capacity except for playing DVDs. While in DVD mode ...
A: Try a factory reset to see if will clear this matter up. Consulting your manual - page 42 - you ...
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| Sanyo 32" television | 9/11/2009 |
Q: I have a Sanyo television model ds31590. After the tv is on for a while the screen will go into a ...
A: The vertical deflection amplifier is going bad and will eventually fail completely. The repair ...
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| sony dcr-pc350e camcorder | 9/10/2009 |
Q: I have a battery problem with my camcorder. The cam works perfectly on ac power, recognize my ...
A: I think it is in the plug assembly. When the ac cord is removed it should disengage the connection ...
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| tv samsung mod:hl-5067w | 9/10/2009 |
Q: Hola de que manera puedo conseguir el diagrama de TV SAMSUNG MOD:HL-5067W,CHASSIS:L64B. al ...
A: HL-5067W, CHASSIS:L64B. on her having tuned in to the light and on having activated her it initiates ...
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| 50 inch plasma tv zenith | 9/10/2009 |
Q: 3 year old tv. 2 loud popping sounds tonight and the TV went black but we have sound and a very ...
A: I have no idea - scientifically speaking. Have not heard of this symptom relating to plasma sets. ...
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| polaroid tv power supply | 9/10/2009 |
Q: I have a Polaroid FLM-3732 lcd tv and when its plugged in the red indicator light is on, and when ...
A: Got to find out what is loading down the power supply. It could be the droop of the 24.5v is due to ...
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| TV Remote | 9/9/2009 |
Q: Do I need the original TV remote in order to block out certain channels on the TV. I have an older ...
A: Either you must have the original or at least a universal unit that has menu facility. You must get ...
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| tv wont turn back on | 9/9/2009 |
Q: I have a mitsubishi hd 1080 I was listening to music for about a two hours then I turned it off and ...
A: This is most often a power supply failure and needs service or testing to find out what has failed ...
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| AIWA power issue | 9/9/2009 |
Q: Good evening, I have an AIWA Stereo AV receiver (Model AV-D57) that won't power up. I've ...
A: Make certain the speaker switch it ON. Make sure the speaker wires are properly connected on the ...
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| Bad Picture on LG Plasma | 9/9/2009 |
Q: The picture on my LG Plasma looks like a film negative. Very little color. It also looks like it is ...
A: I really have little to offer. There are so many electronic failures that can cause things like ...
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| Dvd plugin on sharp tv | 9/8/2009 |
Q: Sharp TV Model Number 25MT57....I happened to inherit this tv from a neighbor a few days ago, and ...
A: If it has no A/V inputs on either back or front of the set then you will need an RF modulator. This ...
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| Convergence circuit | 9/8/2009 |
Q: where is the convergence circuit on a 2000 sony rear video projector model # KP-53hs10
A: It is on the main board. You must locate the two ICs labeled STK392-XXX probably 110 made by ...
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| samsung pcl5415r | 9/8/2009 |
Q: i have a samsung pcl5415r projection screen tv that the picture started getting progressively darker ...
A: This is a crt rear projection tv, right? Is/was the picture a good picture while it was going dark ...
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| 1998 MAGNAVOX TV | 9/7/2009 |
Q: MY TV ONLY HAS RED PICTURE, CAN THE BLUE AND GREEN BULBS BE CHANGED
A: Yes, but the cost will be much more than the set is worth. Without knowing the model number I can't ...
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| Toshiba TV Model 32AF62 | 9/7/2009 |
Q: My Toshiba Model #32AF62 made a popping noise last time we turned it off. Now the power button is ...
A: It can be any number of things but a power supply issue is very common. And, you are right, it ...
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| Hitachi projection TV | 9/7/2009 |
Q: I have a Hiachi 50Dx01BA that has what appears to be a 3D picture and I really don't want to pay ...
A: This is a case of the convergence circuit going bad. It requires an advanced electronics technician ...
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| need help with 1987 nec tv | 9/7/2009 |
Q: We have a 1987 52" rear projection tv model # PJ-4607en.Know its old but works great.Or did til the ...
A: Could be a fuse. Could be one or two bad electrolytics in the power supply. Could be the power ...
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| Picture too big for screen | 9/6/2009 |
Q: I have an older 46 inch screen TV. My granddaughter was punching buttons & did something and in ...
A: Could not find this model in the RCA support pages. If it has HDTV capability you must change the ...
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| Sony WEGA 57 | 9/6/2009 |
Q: Hey, I just got a Sony Wega Tv from a friend of mine and it doesn't work. When I plug it in and ...
A: Here is a list of Sony tv blinking codes: ...
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| Philips tv | 9/6/2009 |
Q: AS I was watching tv to today the tv turned dark but I could hear everything. So I turned the tv off ...
A: Try this: Unplug the power cord for 15 minutes or 1/2 hour. Then power it up again. This will reset ...
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| Auto Convergence Reset | 9/5/2009 |
Q: Have a 3yr old JVC model # AV-48wp30 rear projection hdtv. the blue & yellow are off line trying to ...
A: I cannot tell from your description what the picture looks like. Is it a 3-D pattern where there ...
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| No sound in the Television | 9/5/2009 |
Q: I have a Philips Match 3 Line Television. Suddenly there is no sound.
A: Here are some possible causes: 1. Speakers have failed. 2. On screen display set for external or ...
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| toshiba 32a33 tv failure | 9/5/2009 |
Q: my toshiba tv wont turn on, both picture and audio. tried to reset by pulling plug nada but noticed ...
A: There are many possible causes, but most common - as high as 90% - caused by failing power supply. ...
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| Sony WEGA 57" Projection TV | 9/5/2009 |
Q: Hey, I just got a Sony Wega Tv from a friend of mine and it doesn't work. When I plug it in and ...
A: You did not give me a model number so I cannot give you an answer that applies in your case. The ...
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| samsung hdtv 72 in | 9/4/2009 |
Q: my tv only plays in black and white,the menus are in color,the tv is only 2 years old,im not to ...
A: No model number. It makes me guess what kind of technology you have; they are all different. If ...
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| Sylvania VCR just stopped playing | 9/4/2009 |
Q: I have a Sylvania Video Cassette Recorder and DVD/CD Player CDVC80DP. I was watching a vhs and put ...
A: First try a reset; do this by unplugging the power cord for at least 1/2 hour. This will allow for ...
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| Toshiba Flat Screen Turns on and Off | 9/4/2009 |
Q: My 32" Toshiba Flat Screen when plugged in, turns itself on and then right away clicks off. i ...
A: ONE: Distance. If you can move them further apart you may be able to solve it. TWO: New phone; one ...
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| 27" viewsonic lcd | 9/3/2009 |
Q: volune keeps going down, OK, I tried the reset, did not work...so I wacked it like you said to do, ...
A: Try whacking it again or moving it around; this is classical intermittent connections. Sometimes ...
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| Conia TV connected to DVD | 9/3/2009 |
Q: I have a conia TV CLCD 1930SD I have connected my DVD player up to the TV and the DVD player plays ...
A: Check your owners manual. You may find a listing of which channel the S or AV is assigned to. Or, ...
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| sony tv | 9/3/2009 |
Q: I slightly dropped my just perched used tv. now picture color is like a rainbow. ANSWER: I must ...
A: If the picture is normal except for the color distortions it is likely a magnetization of the shadow ...
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| viewsonic 27'' lcd | 9/2/2009 |
Q: the sound will go to 0 ,shows remote scale on screen, just keeps turning itself down after I turn ...
A: First try a reset; it could be a corruption of the volume controlling software. Reset by unplugging ...
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| DVD Player/TV | 9/2/2009 |
Q: Will a dvd player work with a tv that is not hooked up to cable or over the air digital broadcasts, ...
A: Yes, of course. The a/v outputs of the dvd player are connected to the a/v inputs on the tv and ...
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| sony tv problem | 9/2/2009 |
Q: sony Kv24fs100 turns on but shows no picture ANSWER: Sound is working ok? If so, you have lost the ...
A: If sound is ok and if high voltage is producing a full and normal raster then you are correct in ...
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| Panasonic TV won't stay on | 9/2/2009 |
Q: My husband and I got a Panasonic tv from a neighbor. It worked fine for him. We went to plug it in ...
A: There may be a fuse, but they are usually board mounted and just replacing them doesn't solve the ...
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| Hitachi Plasma: Static display on single "Input" mode. | 9/1/2009 |
Q: I have a 50" Hitachi Plasma flatscreen that's 2 1/2 years old. On the TV, I have several different ...
A: Does it cycle when there is no input to that HDMI? Can you switch a device around and find it stays ...
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| size | 9/1/2009 |
Q: How can I determine what the outside width of a flat screen TV is. Sets seem to be categorized by ...
A: Screen size is the diagonal measurement as given by the manufacturer. But, only way to know for ...
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| Hitachi Ultravision problem | 9/1/2009 |
Q: Our 2 year old 48' Hitachi Ultravision Flat screen has a 2.5 inch vertical black line that appears ...
A: Need the model number to give you an answer that will fit your circumstances. ONE: Are you seeing a ...
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| Panasonic TV won't stay on | 8/31/2009 |
Q: My husband and I got a Panasonic tv from a neighbor. It worked fine for him. We went to plug it in ...
A: If it truly was working it may have been jiggled or bumped in the move over. Try whacking the set ...
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| sony xbr hdtv | 8/31/2009 |
Q: I have a Sony XBR HDTV model: kdp65xbr2. I don't know the year of it however. When powering on the ...
A: 5 blinks is bad news. It has to do with the akb or automatic kinematic blanking pulse which is a ...
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| tv | 8/31/2009 |
Q: I have a Toshiba Model # 19HV87. It is a 19 inch tv with the dvd player on the side. My dvd is stuck ...
A: Yes, all combo units - of any make - are a pain in the neck. They are integrated designs which make ...
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| Hitachi 65s500 | 8/31/2009 |
Q: I have a 6 year old tv. About 1 week ago my picture started rolling on my HI Def channels. Cable ...
A: I think it is a driver board problem. It will need a hands-on tech to check it out. A Hitachi tech ...
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| black vertical line on tv | 8/30/2009 |
Q: i have a problem with my 42 inch samsung plasma tv since yesterday my tv got suddenly blak line iun ...
A: It is probably a failure of the main processor/display driver board. OR, could be the display ...
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| Hitachi 65s500 | 8/30/2009 |
Q: I have a 6 year old tv. About 1 week ago my picture started rolling on my HI Def channels. Cable ...
A: Seems to me you have lost the processor board. It may need replacing. Cost will be a few hundred ...
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| KDF E42A10 | 8/30/2009 |
Q: I received the TV because my GF could not get it to work. The red standby light flashes four times ...
A: This could be a dead fan. If you listen carefully at the backside of the tv you may hear whether the ...
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| polaroid tv power supply | 8/30/2009 |
Q: I have a Polaroid FLM-3732 lcd tv and when its plugged in the red indicator light is on, and when ...
A: Sounds like the set is going into protection mode soon after it turns on. This could be due to a ...
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| Philips tv blue color missing | 8/29/2009 |
Q: Philips 21PT2110/69R about 6years old. This tv is no blue color. Picture is ok but no tru colore. ...
A: Could be the picture tube going bad, or bad electronic drive circuit for the blue only drive. In ...
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| RCA F27650 | 8/29/2009 |
Q: This set is about 6 years old. When I turn the TV on it constantly changes channels downward. I ran ...
A: A common problem in this and similar models. It is caused by a bad control circuit on the main board ...
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| shorted audio inputs | 8/29/2009 |
Q: I have an RCA TV model G35038WK works great however the audio cable from my computer to the tv (to ...
A: It is very dangerous to connect a pc to most tvs because of grounding potential differences. I do ...
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| TV audio problem | 8/29/2009 |
Q: I have a 2002 (September) RCA television, model F19431. Until a few weeks ago, this television was ...
A: I think this is a problem with the power supply section that is feeding the audio amplifier. It ...
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| Mistsubishi VS-60601 - really, no reset button? | 8/28/2009 |
Q: Just wished to be clear - I read several answers you gave to folks with the same power problem I ...
A: What are the symptoms? It is all based on what is happening with the set. If, in your case the set ...
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| sony model KP-51HW40 | 8/28/2009 |
Q: This is an eight year old projection TV that has just started acting up. The color is really messed ...
A: This is classic set of symptoms for convergence circuit gone bad. Cost of repair is around $300, ...
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| Sony-WEGA-Trinitron KV-36FS120 | 8/28/2009 |
Q: I was watching the tv using my direct tv DVR box when the tv made a loud pop and the screen went ...
A: How many times did it blink? You can count them and then just google for "sony blinking code" and ...
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| Problem with CD Player on RCA | 8/27/2009 |
Q: RCA Stereo CD Player, Radio and Tape Player..Model #RS26636--PA102H496X0965 RCA 2663.... MP# ...
A: This sounds like an intermittent connection or cold solder joint of some kind inside the unit. You ...
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| adapt my remote to my tv | 8/27/2009 |
Q: i have a bose 321system& i would like to make my magnavox lcd tv work with my bose remote> how do i ...
A: Go to this page to find the manual for your Bose system and download it to your desktop: ...
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| Parental control child lock | 8/27/2009 |
Q: I have a 31" Hitachi tv, model # 31CX5B. It was made in 1995 and I cant find the user manual to fix ...
A: The manual which will explain how the child lock feature works can be found at: ...
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| Parts | 8/27/2009 |
Q: I have a 60 projection RCA Model P60752EB tv that the red and green lights have went out only the ...
A: Not sure what you really want, but here is a place that sells parts for this model: ...
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| sony 52 inch tv | 8/26/2009 |
Q: i have a 2ooo 52 inch sony tv model #kp48s75 and the problem is you can see a lot of green in the ...
A: And, have you made adjustments in the on-screen menu for color? And did it help? You may need to ...
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| Union TV no display | 8/26/2009 |
Q: We have a Union TV model UTV-2977 and its 5 yrs old. WE didn't encounter any problems until now ...
A: When sound is working but no picture (meaning no raster , the lines that carry the video picture on ...
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| TV TURNS OFF AND ON RANDOMLY | 8/26/2009 |
Q: My 50" Sony LCD projection TV (bought in January 2007) started turning off and on this afternoon. ...
A: This is an LCD RPTV set and is quite complicated circuitry, for sure. The problem you are facing ...
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| Sony TV KV35V35 problem | 8/25/2009 |
Q: My sony TV KV35V35 starts, green screen ( some sound), a whitish green flash in middle, blank ...
A: Yes, it is fixable - for a price, of course. Is it worth fixing? Depends on what you would be ...
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| Sony TV - no pic, has sound | 8/25/2009 |
Q: Our 2003 52" Sony HDPTV KDP51WS550 has no picture, but has sound. The Standby/Timer light blinks 5 ...
A: You can google for 5 blinks and you will find this: "Five blinks - AKB circuit (automatic kine ...
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| General Electric Stereo Needle | 8/25/2009 |
Q: I am looking for a needle for a General Electric Transistor Stereo Tonal 1. I don't have the model ...
A: If you google these words: replacement phonograph needles you will find several online merchants ...
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| 52" RCA HD looks 3D | 8/25/2009 |
Q: After playing a wii video game for bout 2 hrs the screen went all 3D like with duble picture and ...
A: Have you tried the convergence features to see if you can reset the raster lineup? If the ...
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| samsung HLN5065 | 8/24/2009 |
Q: This set was purchased in January of 2004, I have had to replace the color wheeel twice, while still ...
A: This time, sorry to say, I think it is the color or light engine that has gone bad. And it is more ...
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| Sony | 8/24/2009 |
Q: Have about an 8 year old Sony Trinitron TV. The PIP is stuck on- just has brown fuzz in it. Can't ...
A: This kind of software corruption can be cured with a hard reset: Unplug the power cord for 2 or 3 ...
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| tv is not working | 8/24/2009 |
Q: I have a 54" mitsubishi model 1080. We do have surge protection however, the electricity went out ...
A: It may just need a hard reset to bring it back to life. Just unplug the power cord for a full 2 or ...
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| How do I convert use of my surround sound system from PC to Mac | 8/24/2009 |
Q: I have a Yamaha Home Theatre Sound System TSS-1 that was used on our PC and connected via a coaxial ...
A: The Yamaha Home Theatre Sound System TSS-1 can be used with any source that has the standard ...
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| horizontal line | 8/23/2009 |
Q: I have a jvc plasma model vm42wv74 with a converter box. All of a sudden it has a horizontal band ...
A: What ever it is it sounds expensive. Hope you have warranty on it. But, before you panic, do a ...
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| Fix it or toss it | 8/23/2009 |
Q: I have a zenith model sj7773bg and the picture is blurry tinted red I've already tried adjusting the ...
A: http://fixyourowntv.com/servicemenu.php If you go to the above page you can find the instructions ...
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| Mitsubishi ~Model# WD-52725 | 8/23/2009 |
Q: My Big Screen has the timer light that wont stop blinking. I cant even get it to turn on. I have ...
A: What you are describing is almost always a power supply problem. Sometimes as simple as replacing an ...
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| RCA Stereo RS2044 CD Changer | 8/23/2009 |
Q: When I try to open my Cd Changer, it displays error on the screen, and then I manually open the door ...
A: It seems jammed. Is it possible there are two discs where there should only be one? Maybe if you ...
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| pioneer plasma | 8/22/2009 |
Q: After approximately 45 minutes of turning the tv on there is a green shadow that starts forming on ...
A: I would recommend only a Pioneer authorized repair expert work on it because they will have access ...
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| JVC MODEL NOPD42DX6BJ | 8/22/2009 |
Q: GOT JVC 42INCH PLASM ONE MORNING IT WOULD NOT COME ON THER IS A GREEN LIGHT ON AND IT CLICKS ONE ...
A: This set has a fuse in the plug assembly. Have you checked it or replaced it? If that fuse is ...
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| Purple color TV Screen | 8/22/2009 |
Q: Sony TV screen with purple color on all upper 4 corner of the screen and light rainbow color ...
A: Must have the model number. All models are different. If this is a crt tube set it seems you have ...
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| Car CD player | 8/22/2009 |
Q: The factory single-disk CD player in my 2005 Ford Focus decided one day to stop accepting CD's. I ...
A: The problem you describe is most often caused by the following (and there are many other ...
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| Panasonic 47" HDTV Makes Clicking & Crackling Noises | 8/21/2009 |
Q: I have a Panasonic PT-4743G 47" Rear-Projection HDTV Monitor that I received from a family member ...
A: Not sure I understand what the symptoms are. Is the sound coming from the built in speakers or not. ...
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| replacement part | 8/21/2009 |
Q: Saw where someone asked you 5 yrs ago about a Philips Magnavox FW320C that wouldn't play. I haven't ...
A: ONE: You can try to find the replacement antenna - which comes with a short wire and connector that ...
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| TV repair | 8/21/2009 |
Q: I have a SONY 52" Trinitron TV about 5 yrs old. When I turn it on, the red light(lamp) flashes and ...
A: It will require someone with advanced electronic skills. I think it is the convergence system that ...
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| Mitsubishi WD-52631... vertical "jitter"? | 8/21/2009 |
Q: I have a Mitsubishi WD-52631 DLP television, so far I'm on about 3 years of no major problems. I am ...
A: It is likely the video engine. This is the device that has the reflective micromirrors and scanning ...
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| dish satellite 2-room dvr | 8/20/2009 |
Q: I originally had a single room receiver, and now I would like to hook up a 2 room dish network dvr ...
A: A diplexer allows you to receive independent channels on each output. A splitter merely splits the ...
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| Pioneer PLasma Flat Panel TV 60 | 8/20/2009 |
Q: I purchased the ingapore and brought it Bangladesh. During installation we found that the set top ...
A: Not sure because I don't have the model number for your unit. But, it sure does seem like a power ...
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| Sony TV. KF50 XBR800 | 8/20/2009 |
Q: My 6 year old sony (KF50XBR800) tv would not show a picture this morning. The stanby light was ...
A: Did you follow the instructions exactly as outlined on page 13 if the owners manual? It is important ...
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| Weak digital signal | 8/20/2009 |
Q: I recently purchased 2 new TV's, the one in the living room has a stronger signal than the one ...
A: It may even be the difference in sensitivity of the tvs. Are they the same make and model? If so, ...
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| Pioneer PLasma Flat Panel TV 60" Model KRP600M | 8/19/2009 |
Q: I purchased the ingapore and brought it Bangladesh. During installation we found that the set top ...
A: According to my best information, the 3 blinks relates to an overheating problem. It could be you ...
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| Hitachi TV | 8/19/2009 |
Q: I have an Hitachi 36" set unsure of the serial number or model number but I have had it for about 5 ...
A: It is a power supply problem. There are three separate supplies in the set and it can be from anyone ...
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| TV wont show picture | 8/19/2009 |
Q: I purchased a Sony Wega LCD Projection TV about 4 years ago and the set has been working fine, up ...
A: To be sure it will require some testing and diagnosis by a trained tech with Sony experience. It ...
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| Sony KF-55E200A | 8/19/2009 |
Q: I have the aforementioned TV and the standby light flashes red 3 times. Can you tell me how I can ...
A: From this web page http://www.dtvforum.info/lofiversion/index.php/t42560-550.html I found these ...
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| CD Plauyer | 8/18/2009 |
Q: Is it possible for a cd player to make noise after it has been turned off? I can hear the sound of ...
A: Yes. If it has not completed the cycle it is in, such as returning the optical pickup to its resting ...
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| tv sony trinitron 29" | 8/18/2009 |
Q: dés que j'allume la télé j'obtiens un ecran rouge avec lignes horizontales, que puis je faire ...
A: d� � s that I turn on the downloading I get a red screen with horizontal lines, what can I do for ...
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| about video camera | 8/18/2009 |
Q: ,, my sony video camera is a carl zeiss vario sonnar.my question is, how can get my video tape in my ...
A: You will need the model number. Then go to Sony.com and click on the support hotlinks then find ...
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| RCA Volume won't go past 3/4 | 8/18/2009 |
Q: I assume that they set the volume so that it never goes past 3/4. It is really quite low, and very ...
A: You may have to go into the on-screen menu or the service mode. Have you tried the on-screen menu ...
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| Hitachi Ultravision 42 inch widescreen | 8/17/2009 |
Q: My Hitachi is approximately 8 years old. While watching it today, it just shut off. It was like ...
A: This condition is most likely a power supply failure. There are three major supplies in a set like ...
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| HDMI compatibility: Magnavox NB500MGX <-> sharp LC-32SB23U | 8/17/2009 |
Q: I connected a new Magnavox NB500MGX Blu-Ray player via a new Philips HDMI 1.3a Simplay-logoed cable ...
A: I think this is a compatibility problem with the cable. It requires a pin change but I don't ...
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| 52 inc RCA television model# D52198 | 8/17/2009 |
Q: This tv powers on then shuts off and on about three times with no picture and sound then a little ...
A: The flyback transformer is a common part to fail. It has strong voltage and currents rushing through ...
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| Giant Sony TV | 8/16/2009 |
Q: ( Please Help!! I have one of those giant sony TV that is on rollers the picture is out, but the ...
A: This is is most likely from the loss of high voltage. It can be any of many other things and you ...
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| Mitsubishi D L P high deinition ttv | 8/16/2009 |
Q: I have a black area at the bottom of my screen I do not no why its there . Do you know what it can ...
A: It could be a defect of the color wheel or video engine; repair is very expensive and must be done ...
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| Toshiba Model 61A60 Projection TV | 8/16/2009 |
Q: Our house was affected by a lightening storm. After losing electricity, we have several electronics ...
A: Sounds like a pretty bad storm. Sorry for the problem it has caused. Actually, there is not ...
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| Philips60P8342 | 8/15/2009 |
Q: On our unit, the blue convergence has slipped. When I try to reset it through the multi-point ...
A: This is a common problem in all crt driven rear projection tv units. The convergence has gone bad ...
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| Toshiba 62HMX62 DLP TV will not turn on | 8/15/2009 |
Q: I have a Toshiba 62HMX62 DLP TV that does not turn on. I get a green blinking green light after I ...
A: Could be the lamp; could be the engine, could be the color wheel, could be the main power supply. ...
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| about the setup of a tv | 8/15/2009 |
Q: how do i find the menu button if I'm trying to setup my TV. when i push the demo i cant turn on the ...
A: Can't give you a reliable answer without the make and model number. They are all different. You ...
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| RCA stereo problem | 8/15/2009 |
Q: cheak this out i was lising to my muisc very louadly so i can hear it at the other end of the house. ...
A: You told me all about the condition but no model number. Can't help you without knowing the ...
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| Toshiba 65HDX82 | 8/14/2009 |
Q: I have a Toshiba television model # 65HDX82, Serial #11407587. The TV is not working correctly. The ...
A: I don't understand your input numbering system... I am looking at the manual of this model now and ...
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| Sony Trinitron XBR 32'' | 8/14/2009 |
Q: We've had this TV set for a while now. I'd say at least about 10 years but I may be mistaken. ...
A: There is no hope. These sets were very top of the line when introduced 15 years ago. But, they are ...
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| Mitsubishi WS-48511 | 8/14/2009 |
Q: I have a Mitsubishi WS-48511 Rear Projection TV. Worked fine till about a week ago when the power is ...
A: This condition can be from many, many malfunctions but is most often a power supply failure. It can ...
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| TV Color Issues | 8/14/2009 |
Q: After a large lightening flash near my home, my TV that was on at the time starting displaying ...
A: I must know the model number. Without it I can only make wild guesses. There are not set patterns ...
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| tevion tv | 8/13/2009 |
Q: i have a tevion/bush 19 inch tv not even a year old but when i switch it on from the plug it goes ...
A: I would say the power supply inside the tv has gone bad. It could be the main supply, the IR ...
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| Mitsubishi VCR tracking | 8/13/2009 |
Q: On my Mitsubishi HS U430 VCR, the picture rolls and appears to need a need a tracking adjustment. I ...
A: Did you clean the heads and transport system? The guides that keep the tape in alignment as it goes ...
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| Philips PA7027 C101 | 8/13/2009 |
Q: My Philips PA 7027 C101 is not getting a picture after the cable wire was disconnected and put back ...
A: If the set is working properly (assuming it has not failed in any way because of your disconnecting ...
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| RCA XL100 | 8/12/2009 |
Q: On this tv the red digital channel display is failing and when it isnt showing everything gets ...
A: If the cable connection is not connected properly and you are not getting a good strong signal into ...
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| There was a question answered about a tv model #25GT534 | 8/12/2009 |
Q: I cant hook up my dvd, although Im doing it correctly. I do not have a remote with the tv. I push ...
A: Here is a comment from another user having trouble hooking up to this model with a dvd player: It's ...
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| red screen on old crt tv | 8/12/2009 |
Q: my mother called saying when she turns her TV off, occasionally it will get a dark red screen after ...
A: All electronic devices that connect to the power system of the house are potentially a hazard. ...
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| TV-DVD-VCR Connection | 8/11/2009 |
Q: I have an HDTV tv. Trying to hookup DVD player and VCR using video cables. On back of VCR (Emerson) ...
A: Try this page for some help. Or, you can google for other diagrams. Crutchfield.com has some good ...
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| red arch on a rear projection TV | 8/10/2009 |
Q: Why Does My Phillips Rear Projection TV Have A Red Arch Across The Bottom, When I Look Into The ...
A: Could be a bunch of things. The most common is a bad convergence circuit. This is very common in ...
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| Znight T.V. | 8/10/2009 |
Q: i have a Znight tv and there is no picture when i turn it on i checked the cable wire and everything ...
A: Sorry, I have never heard of a Znight tv. Maybe you mean Zenith? I am glad to help you but I cannot ...
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| My toshiba tv | 8/10/2009 |
Q: When i press the power button it only blinks and the result is no picture comes up at all. I want to ...
A: Do you know how to troubleshoot? Do you have a VOM? Do you know how to check power rectifier ...
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| setup a vcr/dvd player | 8/10/2009 |
Q: I bought a Magnavox DV220MW9. I have the cable wire coming through the wall I have hooked all the ...
A: If there is no set-top box with its own channel selector then the tuner in the vcr tunes directly ...
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| Samsung TV Model HCM5525W | 8/9/2009 |
Q: This is a question that Allen answered early on someone else about a Convergance problem. My ...
A: On this chassis I am not so sure; the convergence may be a daughter board, but mostly nowadays the ...
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| Black-white Samsung LCD tv | 8/9/2009 |
Q: Our Samsung LCD Tv is connected to cable television and recently without any change, every program ...
A: Without the model number I can only give you generic information. However, it is likely a matter of ...
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| Sony KV36XBR400 TV set picture problem | 8/9/2009 |
Q: My Sony KV36XBR400 TV set started exhibiting these very strange signs. Sometimes the picture starts ...
A: This is getting along on age; and on top of that it is a very sophisticated set with over 3,000 ...
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| Sony KDF-E50A10 filter | 8/9/2009 |
Q: I opened optical block and seen that a filter was burned in the middle. Its about 2x2 square. Looks ...
A: Is it the comb filter? Could be. But, the yellow blue on the sides indicates the lamp is running ...
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| Rowa TV | 8/8/2009 |
Q: I was given a Rowa RTM-516 that is in partially working condition. Set is about 7 yr old. I get a ...
A: From before: "Maybe that will solve the problem. If not, you may need electronic service to it ...
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| Rowa TV | 8/8/2009 |
Q: I was given a Rowa RTM-516 that is in partially working condition. Set is about 7 yr old. I get a ...
A: You must obtain a remote control for it I am thinking: Perhaps you are using SKY? Or can obtain a ...
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| Phillips 60PP9202 Television | 8/8/2009 |
Q: Yesterday, I was watching the TV. It went from a clear picture to blurry to looking green and red ...
A: First try a hard reset: Unplug the power cord for a full 4 hours. Then power it up and try again. ...
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| 55' Magnavox big screen TV | 8/8/2009 |
Q: I have a 55' Magnavox big screen TV that had been working fine until the other day. No picture will ...
A: I think it is a loss of the high voltage. If the raster (lines on which the picture is modulated) ...
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| Sony TV Model KV 2197 M5 | 8/7/2009 |
Q: A problem always blown fuse inside the circuit board whenever I switch on i replace same ampere but ...
A: Well, a fuse is not to be thought of as a device that fails on its own. Rather, it is put there to ...
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| tv antenna repair | 8/7/2009 |
Q: i have a quasar console tv 1984 model number ywu9411xk .at the plate on the back of set are vhf ...
A: Try Radio Shack. They carry many general purpose parts that may be used to replace the broken ...
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| Color TV (CRT) not giving picture | 8/7/2009 |
Q: TV was working fine, suddenly, there was a sizzling sound and the picture started flickering. Saw ...
A: The sizzling sound could have been coming from the high voltage cage due to failure of the flyback ...
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| Sony VCR Repair | 8/7/2009 |
Q: I am working on a Sony slv n750(VCR) for a customer, got the lid off, cleaned the heads. I found ...
A: Working on vcrs is a lost art. They are almost totally obsolete and the cost of a new one, if you ...
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| toshiba tv | 8/6/2009 |
Q: Can you tell me if I need to instal a high definition set top box to receive some more channels.Or ...
A: See page 43 of your owners manual. You can download it at: ...
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| RCA DARK COLOR! | 8/6/2009 |
Q: I can't see the menu on my TV the color is dark. How do you do a hard reset.I've already un plugged ...
A: Model number? Hard Reset: Unplug for 1 to 4 hours depending on the model. Unplug it overnight to ...
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| sony trinitron tube tv | 8/6/2009 |
Q: tv was laid screen down on bed. now the color is messed up and there are fast moving white ...
A: I need the model number. Can't give you any reliable advice without that information. But, try a ...
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| VCR WON'T PLAY | 8/6/2009 |
Q: i CAN WATCH tv OR PLAY dvd'S, BUT I can't watch my tapes. Last week I could watch & record, I don't ...
A: You did not give me the make and model so I cannot give you any specific advise for your situation. ...
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| tv | 8/5/2009 |
Q: i have a sony projection screen tv that was made in 1995 tv powers up just fine but the color is ...
A: It's an old set. And it is an expensive one to have repairs done to it. Have you tried getting ...
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| Onkyo AV receiver Tx-SR606 | 8/4/2009 |
Q: When incoming signal levels spike, receiver turns off.
A: It is being overloaded in some way that is causing the receiver to go into overload protection. It ...
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| JVC DVD Digital Theater System TH-M606 | 8/4/2009 |
Q: I believe the problem is specifically with the powered subwoofer (SP-PWM606) as the sound (and power ...
A: JVC has problems with this unit. If you google around you will find many owners with similar ...
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| Large Screen Mitsubishi TV with blinking black square. | 8/4/2009 |
Q: We have a WD-52725 big screen Mitsubishi TV. In the last month a large black square has been ...
A: You must disable the Closed Caption feature. It may be a button on the remote control or in one of ...
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| swithing to U-Verse AT&T | 8/3/2009 |
Q: We recently switched to U-Verse with AT&T, formerly were customers of local cable co., with which ...
A: Do you mean TV Guardian? This device filters out bad language and works by monitoring the closed ...
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| rca tv | 8/3/2009 |
Q: my rca is a colored 32inch now is only black and white..i was moving vca and tivo to dust and ...
A: Was the cable moved around? Try reinserting the cables to and from the box and tivo; just pull them ...
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| Samsung LN-T4053H 40 inch Turning On and Off | 8/3/2009 |
Q: We have had the TV for 2 years. Recently, when we turn it on, it switches on and off continuously ...
A: You can try a hard reset, but I only give it a 20% chance of curing it: Unplug the power cord for a ...
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| plasma tv | 8/3/2009 |
Q: why does my plasma tv show people in a bright white and when you turn on the tv it looks like ...
A: Turn it off and do not use it until a tech can check it out. You may do permanent damage to the ...
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| Sony tv won't turn on - KP43T75 | 8/2/2009 |
Q: I have a Sony KP43T75 rear proj tv that is about 9 years old. It won't turn on anymore. When I ...
A: This is a power supply problem and cannot be resolved without a tech doing testing to zero in on the ...
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| hitachi TV | 8/2/2009 |
Q: When i take the tv from Air input to anlthing else the sound goes to crap. I have all the wires ...
A: ONE: On the side are component inputs. Have you tried that (from your dvd player)? TWO: It has two ...
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| remote codes | 8/2/2009 |
Q: Can you help Thanks Rob ANSWER: If you go to: ...
A: http://esupport.sony.com/US/perl/model-remote.pl?mdl=RMYD010 and look at the bottom of that page. ...
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| our TV is green | 8/2/2009 |
Q: the color of our samsung television is green. like we can't tell what is the real color of the shirt ...
A: Sounds like the left wing environmentalists really got a hold of your set. (That's a joke - GREEN - ...
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| no power on mit 65" | 8/1/2009 |
Q: sorry last ? i didn't include model Mitsubishi wd-65831 2007 model
A: Got it. Refer to the previous answer. You can google for this model and find lots of sources for ...
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| no power on mit 65" | 8/1/2009 |
Q: I have no power after trying to replace lamp,box was warped so i removed the lamp case to test lamp ...
A: A bad lamp will usually give you a lamp indication, but does not shut down the set. If this is a ...
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| remote codes | 8/1/2009 |
Q: Can you help Thanks Rob
A: If you go to: http://esupport.sony.com/US/perl/model-remote.pl?mdl=RMYD010 It lists the following ...
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| sanyo plv 65whd1 big screen | 8/1/2009 |
Q: I got this TV for free because they didn't want to replace bulb .plugged it in and the power light ...
A: The flashing is most likely associated with a power supply failure. It will require a Sanyo tech ...
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| Sony XBR 53 approx 12 years old | 7/31/2009 |
Q: Our Sony has suddenly started showing the word BETA in the upper right corner of the screen and now ...
A: The double image is always a sign of convergence system going bad. Cost of repair is always over ...
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| hitachi TV | 7/31/2009 |
Q: When i take the tv from Air input to anlthing else the sound goes to crap. I have all the wires ...
A: Could you give me the model number? That is totally important for me to know what circuit topology ...
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| WS-65511 | 7/31/2009 |
Q: My unit has the flashing green light. I have changed the 7 caps on the dm power board and fixed many ...
A: The thing to do is to check the voltages coming from the power supplies and the various voltage ...
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| WS-65511 | 7/30/2009 |
Q: My unit has the flashing green light. I have changed the 7 caps on the dm power board and fixed ...
A: Did you check the convergence circuit? The failure of either of the STK392s can cause power ...
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| stand-by keeps flashing | 7/30/2009 |
Q: Each time our electricity goes off, the stand-by button flashes and the television will not come on. ...
A: Unplug the tv for an hour, then power it back up again. This will sometimes, not always, clear the ...
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| plasma display color | 7/30/2009 |
Q: I have a JVC plasma display model PD-42WV74. The display has a pink hue. I can see the picture but ...
A: Did you do into the picture settings and adjust tint, color, intensity, etc? Have you tried going ...
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| sanyo model avm-3259g | 7/30/2009 |
Q: sanyo model avm-3259g How do I remove captioning without remote
A: Got to have the remote. With Sanyo the caption settings are not in the MENU page. A universal ...
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| Toshiba Model # TP55H95 | 7/29/2009 |
Q: I just bought a used Toshiba television, Model # TP55H95, and am having trouble getting the ...
A: This is a classic case of a bad convergence system. It usually, but not always, requires the ...
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| JVC AV-2780S brightness and color problem | 7/29/2009 |
Q: My JVC, model # AV-2780S, has a dark picture and makes anything that should appear white a light ...
A: Information button would be same as the "menu" button on the universal. Try that. With some ...
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| SA-1520 pioneer amp | 7/29/2009 |
Q: I want to know witch speakers you recommend me to use with the SA-1520 pioneer amp. I've been using ...
A: This receiver is too old for me to find support documents, however, amplifier circuits of this day ...
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| JVC AV-2780S brightness and color problem | 7/28/2009 |
Q: My JVC, model # AV-2780S, has a dark picture and makes anything that should appear white a light ...
A: It seems like maybe the bias voltages on the picture tube color levels has gone astray. It may ...
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| Technics SA-GX303 Reciever | 7/28/2009 |
Q: Volume doesn't appear to be as loud as use to be but plays fine. Muting when muted sound is the same ...
A: Can you just turn it up a little high to match the sound you were expecting? And does it sound the ...
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| Venturer Surround Sound | 7/28/2009 |
Q: I've had this sound system for a couple of years now and works great. I moved it and the TV that it ...
A: It doesn't seem the Venturer Surround Sound system would have anything to do with the tv not working ...
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| T.V. turns off randomly, won't turn back on... | 7/27/2009 |
Q: So every once in a while, my T.V. would shut off, and I'd just turn it back on. No biggie. ...
A: Try unplugging it for 2 hours, then try again. This is what we call a hard reset. It will sometimes ...
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| rca tv repair | 7/27/2009 |
Q: i have a rca twin tuner pip, when i hit the power button it flashes green every 2 to 3 seconds. ...
A: First, try a hard reset by unplugging the power cord for a full 2 or 3 hours. Then power it up again ...
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| AKAI PT5492 - blank screen but PIP works OK | 7/27/2009 |
Q: AKAI PT5492 Rear projection TV (rebadged Samsung PT5492) - blank screen except PIP and the menu ...
A: On this model can you switch the pip and main channel? It must have two tuners and I am suspecting ...
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| Toshiba SD-43HT | 7/27/2009 |
Q: I have a SD-43HT, it was working fine for a couple of weeks until recently. The speakers and ...
A: The SD-43HT is a home theatre system. Not a television receiver. Can you tell me the make and model ...
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| televisions | 7/26/2009 |
Q: I have a t.v. that's 25 in. and 5/8 of an in. wide and 23 in. tall, and it's a Panasonic, and I've ...
A: With a model number I can give you better assistance. However, this is nearly always a matter of ...
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| My RCA | 7/26/2009 |
Q: my rac is jus making a beeping sound with no picture
A: You must give me the model number and an explanation of the beeping sound: - Describe its sound. - ...
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| panasonic tv | 7/26/2009 |
Q: Our friends recently gave us a 32" Panasonic TV. I am not sure how old it was, but it seemed like ...
A: Yes, keep the cell phone away from the tv and vica versa. They can interfere with each other. Your ...
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| Sony TV volume | 7/26/2009 |
Q: We have had a Sony TV with a VHS player for the past 5 years. Lately, the volume has been on the ...
A: If the sound is working continuosly from the vcr it means the main feed to the amplifier and the amp ...
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| Samsung LN52A650 | 7/25/2009 |
Q: I have a Samsung LN52A650 LCD TV that is less than 1 year old. I has just started to make loud ...
A: Power supply trouble. It could be one or two of the electrolytic capacitors in the ripple reduction ...
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| sony home theatre system HT-6800DP | 7/25/2009 |
Q: Okay,we have a sony home theatre system HT-6800DP and we just got back from vacation and we turned ...
A: The most common causes of protection activation are: Shorts in a speaker line/wire or a speaker. ...
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| default settings | 7/24/2009 |
Q: My child accidently hit the buttons on the front panel and screwed up the settings. Please give me ...
A: First thing to do is a hard reset: Unplug the tv for at least 3 hours. Then power it up again. ...
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| Dead Sharp 32F630 TV | 7/24/2009 |
Q: My TV was working great, however about 2 months ago it would not power up. When you turn it on, ...
A: It still could be the HV supply. Unplug the set for at least one hour. Make sure there is no noise ...
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| TV won't stay on | 7/24/2009 |
Q: Every time I turn my RCA 52" flatscreen TV (not LCD or Plasma) on it shuts itself off on occasion it ...
A: I would give it an 80% problem with the main power supply. I would give the convergence circuit a ...
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| tv shutting down | 7/24/2009 |
Q: I have a Pioneer sd-p4573. i purchased it from a friend. it had worked fine for about 4 months and ...
A: Here are the possible causes of it going into protection mode: - Main power supply failure; diodes ...
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| Lightning damage to receiver | 7/23/2009 |
Q: I have a Yamaha HTR-5960 receiver that I think might have been damaged in a recent lightning ...
A: It could very well be the controller IC got fried.... or just about anything else. Unfortunately ...
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| pause in sound on tv | 7/23/2009 |
Q: I have a Panasonic TC-P42S1 plasma tv, when watching a program the sound will stop for about 2 ...
A: Yes, I get that alot on my 50" Panasonic plasma set, too. My friends get it on their Vizio and Sony ...
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| rca mm52110 guide plus gold problem | 7/23/2009 |
Q: i cant get this pop up off the TV. If i hit clear on the remote it goes away for a few seconds then ...
A: Can you tell me what you mean by "pop up"? It is not clear to me what the problem is. If you are ...
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| tv suddenly not working | 7/23/2009 |
Q: We have two 19 inch Memorex color TVs', model # MT1192A with front av jacks from 05-2001. Yesterday ...
A: That is always the first thing to do. It is called a hard reset. Unfortunately, there are hundreds ...
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| Toshiba Projection TV | 7/22/2009 |
Q: Toshiba Projection TV, Model 51H93, Mfg Nov 2003, Serial 17503174, Additional info on Label: AC 120V ...
A: Electrical storms can cause any number of failures. If there is a lightning hit to the power line it ...
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| RCA P46920BL won't power on | 7/22/2009 |
Q: RCA rear projection P46920BL, chassis PTK195KA experienced convergent problem. I turned it off, ...
A: You are sort of asking the wrong person. I am not a fan of rca tvs. They are very poor in ...
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| tv not working | 7/22/2009 |
Q: turn tv on timer blinks 6 times then shuts off and blinks 8 times then no blinking light
A: Can't help without the make and model number. However, most sets that do this have power supply ...
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| convergence help | 7/22/2009 |
Q: I have picked up a 43 in philips rear projection tv. When i attempt to do the convergence the blue ...
A: The convergence circuit has a problem. It is usually a failure of one or both of the Integrated ...
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| HV power? | 7/21/2009 |
Q: What is an HV power issue, what board would this be? the one the power connects to? ANSWER: HV is ...
A: Yes, it can be a host of causes. Loose connections or cold solder joints are common but if it is ...
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| HV power? | 7/21/2009 |
Q: What is an HV power issue, what board would this be? the one the power connects to?
A: HV is probably referring to High Voltage. Give me a make and model. Then I can give you some ...
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| Mitsubishi DLP TV...Help! | 7/21/2009 |
Q: I replaced the lamp. Now the timer light keeps blinking and won't turn off. The manual says the ...
A: Either the lamp was installed incorrectly or the engine is malfunctioning. Try a reset first: ...
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| TV Troubleshooting | 7/21/2009 |
Q: I have a secondhand Conia TV without the remote controller and the instructions manual. I tuned the ...
A: I have heard that DJ Electronics sells Conia TV replacement remotes. You can google for them to see ...
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| Power on and then off | 7/20/2009 |
Q: I have a !992 KV-32XBR25 Sony TV; I turn the power On and 15 sec later it turns itself Off and then ...
A: This is almost always a failure inside the main power supply. It is a sophisticated circuit with ...
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| can not get cable | 7/20/2009 |
Q: Three TV's have no cable out of the 5 in the house. The time warner cable main lead has good signal ...
A: Have you interchanged one of the non-working tvs with one that is working? That will tell you if ...
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| sony kds 50a2000 | 7/20/2009 |
Q: picture has green haze that can not be adjusted by any combo of settings.
A: Without seeing the screen or image of it I would only be guessing. Since this is a rear projection ...
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| Antenna coupling | 7/20/2009 |
Q: I am about 65 miles from the TV transmitters. I put up a vhf/uhf combo antenna with a mast mounted ...
A: Add an antenna switch so you can choose the antenna which works best for the signal you want. But, ...
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| Blue streak in picture | 7/19/2009 |
Q: I have a Hitachi 60DX10B TV. For about a week it has had a blue streak in the picture that goes from ...
A: This is most assuredly a convergence circuit going bad. The repair will cost nearly $400 and is not ...
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| rca tv | 7/19/2009 |
Q: I have a RCA TV model M50WH74SYX2 when i turn on the tv it will stay on for about 30 seconds and ...
A: Yes, try a reset. You can do it easily this way: Unplug the tv and leave unplugged for a full hour. ...
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| Screen flickers after a few minutes | 7/19/2009 |
Q: I have a Panasonic PT-51HX40B projo, when you first turn the tv on for about 2 or 3 minutes it's ...
A: I am reasonably certain it is the convergence circuitry going bad. By reasonably certain let me ...
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| Sony KDL-52S4100 Will not turn on. | 7/18/2009 |
Q: After the TV has been sitting off for a few hours it will not turn on. If I unplug it and let it sit ...
A: Well, it could be the power relay itself that is sticky or not functioning correctly. But, more ...
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| 32" ge television | 7/18/2009 |
Q: when i press the power button, the tv acts like it is going to turn on 3 or 4 times then stops.
A: This is most often caused by a power supply failure - but can be from many other causes. It ...
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| Sumsung dlp tv | 7/18/2009 |
Q: I own a 61"Samsung DLP TV. I have replaced the lamp once before and it solved my problem about 2 ...
A: Can you call in the service people to look at it? That is the best way. Unfortunately, is sounds ...
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| SONY DE685 receiver | 7/18/2009 |
Q: My rcvr is blinking "Protect". Per the manual checked for frayed wires, unplugged and left alone the ...
A: There is one more thing to check. A shorted voice coil in one of the speakers can cause it. ...
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| pioneer SD-532HD5 | 7/17/2009 |
Q: The tv works great untill it decides to just shut off. no poping noise before this happens. if i ...
A: This is usually a power supply going bad. The turning off is caused by the protection circuit ...
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| rca hd52w59 | 7/17/2009 |
Q: my menu screen keeps popping up. It goes on and off while i am watching tv.I took batteries out of ...
A: ONE: It is an rca. They are not reliable products now days. TWO: It is likely a bad controller IC ...
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| Antenna coupling | 7/17/2009 |
Q: I am about 65 miles from the TV transmitters. I put up a vhf/uhf combo antenna with a mast mounted ...
A: Dual antennas generally don't work well unless they are diversity connected (where an electronic ...
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| DVD/VHS picture quality | 7/17/2009 |
Q: I own a RCA DVD/VHS combo, less than one year old and lightly used. We noticed when using DVDs that ...
A: Yes, thanks. The problem is caused by the digital converter inside the dvd player section. The ...
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| JVC RX-705VTN receiver. | 7/16/2009 |
Q: I have a JVC RX-705VTN receiver that is around 15 years old. I was considering buying a home theatre ...
A: This set is too old for finding any support material so I cannot give you a reliable answer. ...
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| Basic Cable on HD Ready monitor | 7/16/2009 |
Q: So I recently entered the 21 century by getting a 42" Plasma. It's 3 years old. HD ready so of ...
A: TV broadcasts have recording inhibit code. Tivo may have recognition of the recording inhibit code. ...
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| Television Sound | 7/16/2009 |
Q: With the digital changeover, I got conversion boxes for my 4 sets hooked up to an antenna. The ...
A: What is with the amplifier/splitter? I don't understand why you have this in the system. Please ...
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| Need Help with my RCA TV | 7/16/2009 |
Q: Picture however is blurry, like you can't read the words but you can see faces sometimes if what ur ...
A: There is a disconnect with yourYou say it is a 22" but the model number you gave is a 19" and it is ...
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| tv repair | 7/15/2009 |
Q: my 32inc philips magnavox keeps auto tuning how do i fix it
A: Philips seems to have this problem with lots of sets. It has to do with the controller ic and is ...
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| Image on Bravia Is Cut off on Top and Bottom | 7/15/2009 |
Q: I have a DAV-HDX265 Sony Home Theatre System. I have Sony Bravia KDL-46VL130. I have an HDMI ...
A: Are you sure you are not in wide zoom or wide normal? There are many settings, including palette ...
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| new tv...3 problems..brightens and darkens on it's own... | 7/15/2009 |
Q: I have purchased a Renoir 19" LVQ-19HLD LCD TV/DVD Combo... I have 3 problems and wondering if it is ...
A: My first reaction is to advise you to take it back to the retailer and get a replacement unit. But ...
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| tv not recognizing converter or dvd player | 7/15/2009 |
Q: I have a Sharp model 19F-M40 that I purchased new in 1996. It has worked great until just a couple ...
A: If the converter is working on other sets and the tv is working on analog signals then the only ...
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| Onkyo receiver | 7/14/2009 |
Q: I have an Onkyo TX-8522 2 channel receiver. When I turned it on this weekend, there was no sound on ...
A: Most often cause, when you lose all the channels is the power supply failing. However, one shorted ...
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| DVD/VHS picture quality | 7/14/2009 |
Q: I own a RCA DVD/VHS combo, less than one year old and lightly used. We noticed when using DVDs that ...
A: Can you tell me what connection you are using from combo to tv? Component? S-Video? Composite? I ...
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| My tv locked | 7/14/2009 |
Q: My television is first1 tv with serial# FTV-14NF Made in China i lost the manual when we move ...
A: You can generally find the owners manual for download at the manufacturers web pages. Or, you can ...
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| Blue and pink circles | 7/13/2009 |
Q: I've been reading thru the questions/answers on this website and it's a great reference. My question ...
A: This is an LCD rear projection model. I am going to say the problem is related to the lamp; ...
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| LCD HD TV PURCHASE | 7/13/2009 |
Q: WHICH BRAND IS BEST OR WORST AT 19 TO 22 INCH IBLX6
A: None of them. Well, with reservations I say it. LCD technology is still relatively new when ...
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| Audio receiver turns on, no sound? | 7/13/2009 |
Q: My name is Mike and I am also an expert over in the optometry section. This is more of a repair ...
A: Well, first thing to check is the speaker switch - make sure it has not been accidentally switched ...
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| toshiba 37 in lcd | 7/13/2009 |
Q: my year old set lost it's picture. The srceen is black. All else seems fine. What could it be? Is ...
A: Unfortunately, the new technology sets, LCD, Plasma, DLP sets are not as reliable and durable as the ...
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| protected receiver | 7/12/2009 |
Q: when i turned on reciever, it says protected and ican't do anything....how can i fix sony digital ...
A: It can sometimes be cured - in cases where the protection was a soft code error - by doing a reset. ...
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| Phillips 43PP9202 HDTV | 7/12/2009 |
Q: My 43" phillipsworkedfien all this time.The othe rnight I turned it on and it shutu off?I did this ...
A: Unplug the power cord and leave the tv disconnected for at least 1 hour. Then try it again. If the ...
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| washed out color | 7/12/2009 |
Q: I just hooked up a home theatre to my Sony SXD 50" TV. I came home and all the color seems washed ...
A: The color controls can be used to bring the color back. Have you tried that? You can reach the ...
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| adding speakers to stereo | 7/12/2009 |
Q: I am trying to add 2 more speakers to my Panasonic SD Bookshelf Stereo #SC-PM71SD and run them to my ...
A: A switch box will work just fine. The speaker wires connect to the outputs of the switch box and ...
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| 1999 zenith model a27b41w | 7/11/2009 |
Q: i was cleaning the rca universal remote and i hit some buttons and the tv went into video 1 on the ...
A: Turn off the tv. Unplug the power cord for 1 or 2 hours. Then power it up again. Also, make sure ...
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| SL-1200MK11 hum noise | 7/11/2009 |
Q: Got the SL-1200MK11 used looks like someone has changed the phone input wires. Removed my other TT ...
A: I suspect the tonearm/cartridge is wired wrong. You must learn the proper pin connections at the ...
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| Sony KV-32s65 | 7/11/2009 |
Q: I have sound, but no picture. Stand-by light continues to flash at a steady rate. ANSWER: It can ...
A: When the set is first turned on do you hear a sizzle or crackling sound at the back of the set? If ...
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| Sony KV-32s65 | 7/11/2009 |
Q: I have sound, but no picture. Stand-by light continues to flash at a steady rate.
A: It can be the jungle chip at fault or a bad flyback/horizontal driver that defeats the high voltage ...
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| Hitachi 60vs810 Picture Problem | 7/10/2009 |
Q: I have the aforementioned TV and am waiting on a replacement light engine from Hitachi (6 months and ...
A: Sounds like the light engine to me. Have you changed the lamp since new? Have you removed the lamp ...
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| tv hit by lightening | 7/10/2009 |
Q: is our tv repairable
A: Always repairable. The question is what damage was done and what is the cost to repair it. In the ...
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| mitsubishi tv reciever model #cs13101 | 7/10/2009 |
Q: I turn on the tv, and put it to "ext" so I can use my dvd player with it to watch dvd's, it will ...
A: Maybe you must CHECK/REPLACE IC101 (P/N# 272P837030) This IC is a controller unit and regulates ...
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| Sanyo ds25330 | 7/10/2009 |
Q: My sanyo ds25330 has a buzzing noise that progressively gets louder the longer its on. It goes away ...
A: Yes. The problem is a bad main power supply and it will need a diagnosis to determine what is ...
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| TV high voltage | 7/9/2009 |
Q: my TV set ONIDA 21' flat screen(color,CRT)got damaged due to high voltage in supply. Smoke came out ...
A: What do you mean by "surge"? And what do you mean by "damage due to high voltage in supply"? The ...
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| plasma th-42px60u | 7/9/2009 |
Q: I have a red line about three inches wide running all of the way down the middle of my screen. The ...
A: Yes, you have a specific problem. The question is always: What is the problem, of course. There ...
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| TV will not turn on | 7/9/2009 |
Q: I have a Toshiba 42", not sure on the model. I was waking TV last night then this morning it ...
A: It is most likely a power supply problem. Internal fuse could have gone but the reason it went is ...
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| 73" Mitsubishi diamond series model #WS73711 | 7/9/2009 |
Q: The manufacture date of this TV is Jan 2003. Picture has been great up untill yesterday. TV picture ...
A: I am wondering why you don't think it is a convergence problem? It fits the classic symptoms of ...
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| magnavox vcr has video breakup | 7/8/2009 |
Q: model cmwv405 about 3 yrs old started to produce shaky and distorted picture after recording and ...
A: Have you adjusted the tracking control? Some units have automatic track adjust, some are manual and ...
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| sony 54 xbr | 7/8/2009 |
Q: no pitcher stand by light just blinks any help
A: How many blinks? It is of most importance to know that. Why? Look here: ...
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| suroundsound system spearkers humm | 7/8/2009 |
Q: I hook up my suround sound and it works but I have this low humm in the background and I don't know ...
A: ONE: Disconnect all inputs such as coming from the tv or dvd player, etc. Disconnect at back of the ...
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| tv problem | 7/7/2009 |
Q: i have a 50 inch maxent plasma p500150x3 mx-50x3 the tv turns on but the picture is dim and ...
A: Manufacturers are required to list the power consumption on the back of the product. It may be in ...
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| JVC AV-56WP74 - No Picture/Sound | 7/7/2009 |
Q: Good Morning, Lastnight while watching T.V. it suddenly went blank, no picture or any sound. There ...
A: It has gone into protection mode. Unplug the power cord for 3 hours and then try it again. This ...
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| tv problem | 7/7/2009 |
Q: i have a 50 inch maxent plasma p500150x3 mx-50x3 the tv turns on but the picture is dim and ...
A: Seems the logic control board may be out of whack. Have you had a technician look at it? It may ...
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| magnavox 20MT133S | 7/6/2009 |
Q: i just took a magnavox 20MT133S out of the box brand new that was in storage for a year or more and ...
A: It is not good for consumer electronics products to remain in storage for long periods of time. This ...
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| tv help | 7/6/2009 |
Q: My RCA TV is showing double pictures.Recently started and can't figure out what to do. ANSWER: If ...
A: Yes, you have a rear projection set. The problem you are facing is failure of the convergence ...
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| mitsubishi hd 1080 | 7/6/2009 |
Q: our mitsubishi hd 1080 all of a sudden would not turn on. we would turn the tv on and it would turn ...
A: This is nearly always caused by a power supply failure. The power supply is a very complex section ...
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| sony vcr trouble | 7/6/2009 |
Q: i have a sony vcr plus slv 696hf its about 7 years old but in very good cond.. i hooke everything up ...
A: Is this the one? http://fixer.com/dbase/sony/slv696hfs5.shtml This database may help you find the ...
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| Sharp lc46sb54u lcd tv | 7/5/2009 |
Q: TV shuts off intermittently and will not respond to remote or buttons on tv. Power light comes back ...
A: A good tech can find out what is wrong with the set. The power supply has a protection mode which ...
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| TV converter box | 7/5/2009 |
Q: I Bought a zenith dtt901 box and when I connected it to the TV I get absolutely nothing
A: There may not be a strong enough signal to get you over the digital cliff. The antenna must be ...
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| sony TV | 7/5/2009 |
Q: I have a sony kp46c65 color rear video projector manufactured Aug 1998. Couple days ago I was ...
A: What chemical did you use? I don't know of a household cleaning agent that will discolor it; but ...
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| Sharp lc46sb54u lcd tv | 7/4/2009 |
Q: TV shuts off intermittently and will not respond to remote or buttons on tv. Power light comes back ...
A: It is most certainly an errant power supply or some subsection of the main power supply. It ...
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| no signal | 7/4/2009 |
Q: using a G.E. converter box with roof antenna, TV set has been working great since I connected it, ...
A: You lost me. Do you have 4 tvs connected to one converter box and one antenna? Is the Sylvania 15" ...
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| Sony kv 32s36 trinitron 2 tuner pip | 7/4/2009 |
Q: I have a sony that has a picture problem. I'm hoping it's not a service mode fix. The pic is too ...
A: Do I assume correctly you have gone into the menu and adjusted the picture/video parameters for best ...
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| tv | 7/3/2009 |
Q: i went on vacation and when i got back my tv wont come on, it looks like it isn't getting any power ...
A: First, check to make sure the outlet is getting power. Best way to do this is plug a lamp into the ...
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| Panasonic plasma TV proplems | 7/3/2009 |
Q: kindly give me yr valuable advice on my panasonic plasma TH50PY800H proplems as follow: The half ...
A: Hard reset is: Unplug the tv for one full hour. Then power it up again. This procedure allows ...
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| Panasonic plasma TV proplems | 7/3/2009 |
Q: kindly give me yr valuable advice on my panasonic plasma TH50PY800H proplems as follow: The half ...
A: It looks to me as though there is a power supply deficiency wherein a voltage regulator or bridge ...
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| Disk err in ONKYO DR-C500 | 7/3/2009 |
Q: Cual es la solucion definitiva para corregir este problema?
A: Which is the solucion final to correct this problem? Disk error is usually caused by: 1. Dirty ...
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| muffled sound | 7/2/2009 |
Q: Have a 1993 Sony Trinitron TV, picture is still great for standard TV, but the sound is muffled, ...
A: Model number???? If the set has a headphone output try that. If it has rca audio outputs try that. ...
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| Vizio Plasma | 7/2/2009 |
Q: I was watching tv and there was a popping sound, then the screen went blank, still have sound. ...
A: Of course it is fixable. The question is at what cost. If not too heavy you can take it into a ...
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| Samsung HP-T4254 and 230 volts | 7/2/2009 |
Q: I bought this TV in the US and wonder if I can take it with me back to Europe (230 volts). All the ...
A: The USA version of this product will not work on 220 or 230 vac. If you use it in Europe you will ...
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| Sony Triniton Color TV KV-27EXR20 sound problem | 7/2/2009 |
Q: I have a Sony Triniton Color TV KV-27EXR20, and have a problem with the sound quality. The TV has ...
A: The audio adjust controls are explained on page 16 of the owners manual. If you have misplaced the ...
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| PROGRAM THE CHANNEL | 7/1/2009 |
Q: We lost the Remote. How do i program the channels. we have cable. Thank you Yansen
A: You did not give me a make or model number; they are all different. But, in most cases you must ...
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| My Magnavox doesn't know my VCR or DVD Player | 7/1/2009 |
Q: The past few years, they've played fine but, today my tv just doesn't acknowlege my dvd or vcr ...
A: Are you properly connected? The output from the vcr or dvd player goes into the IN on the tv. Make ...
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| RCA 52w23 HD TV- triple images | 7/1/2009 |
Q: I just installed RCA 52w23 HD TV to a new comcast HD box, and sony audio home theater system. ...
A: What inputs are you using to connect to the tv? Have you tried S and component and composite? ...
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| sony tv | 6/30/2009 |
Q: self diagnosis. i have sony tv kv-hx 32m31 2002901 buy 2004,yesterday when turn on the red light ...
A: http://gamers-underground.com/forum/tech-chat/28431-help-sony-kvhx32m31-76cm-crt-wega-problem.html ...
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| TV problem | 6/30/2009 |
Q: I have a JVC TV and it's about 5 years old. Its about a 56 inch screen. The picture is rolling ...
A: Try finding the horizontal hold adjustment in the service mode menu and see if that will hold it ...
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| hooking up surround sound | 6/30/2009 |
Q: I have a Magnavox 2006 TV combo mwc20t6 and a 2003 regent ht-391 home theatre system, no matter how ...
A: Does this set have analog audio outputs? In the information that I pulled up it said only digital ...
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| Sony KP-57HW40 | 6/29/2009 |
Q: My Sony PK-57-hw40, just turn green. I would shout it self off in about 5 seconds and the power ...
A: The number of blinks is important to know; it is a diagnostic code! But, since this is an old set ...
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| Sony Trinitron XBR | 6/29/2009 |
Q: I am unable to remove the small screen imbedded within the large screen using my remote. I can move ...
A: I have no idea what you are referring to. Do you mean the PIP? It is programmable from the remote; ...
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| SONY KV-32FS100 repair | 6/28/2009 |
Q: the main power to my house messed up and i was only getting 60 volts to the plug that my tv was ...
A: House power of only 60 v ac is nearly impossible without some serious side effects. I suspect it ...
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| 5.1 lost center/sub channel | 6/28/2009 |
Q: I have a friend's Philips MMS460 5.1 system which he asked me to have a look at. There is nearly a ...
A: Looks like the big cap was not soldered in correctly or reliably. Better check it out carefully. ...
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| Hitachi Ultravision 61UDX10B Double Images | 6/28/2009 |
Q: How do I correct my Hitachi Ultravision 61UDX10B double image display problem?
A: BTW you could have googled this question and found your answer pop up right before you eyes. The ...
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| Blink Code | 6/28/2009 |
Q: , I have a large sony dlp lcd tv,, 4 years old,, couple days ago started to go on for 30 secondes ...
A: Sony has smart diagnostic codes built into their new tv sets. Sound like there is trouble in the ...
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| circles | 6/27/2009 |
Q: We have a 52 inch Sony TV. Recently it has developed small semi circles that can be seen on the ...
A: Didn't I answer this one already? I need the model number. Without knowing the technology I can't ...
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| lg plasma faint picture | 6/27/2009 |
Q: i have lg plasma 42pc3dva ,i hear a tick sound and the picture become very faint , i tried the ...
A: Seems like a power supply problem to me but could be other causes. I give it about a 75% ...
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| Zenith R57W46 default settings | 6/27/2009 |
Q: My 80 year old grandmother has a Zenith R57W46 TV. About a year after she bought it, it got a swirl ...
A: In order to help it would require that we know what settings she changed. And, if they were all ...
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| Mitsubishi 62 inch 62525 or 62725 model | 6/26/2009 |
Q: light keeps flashing green will not turn on even after hitting reset button and unplugging. Just ...
A: You may need assistance from Mitsubishi on this. But here are some comments that may help you get ...
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| television | 6/26/2009 |
Q: i have a 52 inch RCA Projection screen tv. everything was working fine then the volume stopped ...
A: It is an RCA. That is one of the problems. Their reliability has not been good these last few years. ...
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| TV Repair | 6/26/2009 |
Q: My Samsung PCL5415 TV will not turn on either by the remote or button on tv. Can you tell me why?
A: It has gone into protection mode because of a condition inside the set. First, do this: Unplug the ...
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| my 42" Panasonic | 6/25/2009 |
Q: My tv fell off the stand this morning and the screen cracked, but not the main screen, its like ...
A: I assume the set is an LCD type? Yes, it can be repaired but requires complete replacement of the ...
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| rear projection tv | 6/25/2009 |
Q: I HAVE AN OLDER QUASAR REAR PROJECTION TV. (APPROX 10 YEARS OLD) IN THE LAST MONTH THE PICTURE HAS ...
A: Suppose it is possible but have never heard of it becoming that bad just from dust on the mirror. ...
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| rear projection tv | 6/25/2009 |
Q: I HAVE AN OLDER QUASAR REAR PROJECTION TV. (APPROX 10 YEARS OLD) IN THE LAST MONTH THE PICTURE HAS ...
A: You can go into the service mode and see if you can squeeze out more brightness. The service mode ...
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| 52" RCA television | 6/25/2009 |
Q: My 2007 RCA High Definition 52" will turn on and then after about 5 seconds it powers down and then ...
A: Yes, it has gone into protection mode because of excessive current being drawn by some shorted down ...
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| TV issues | 6/24/2009 |
Q: I have a Zenith model# D52WLCD made in 03 which I can watch for about 30 minutes before the screen ...
A: It could be the lamp. Have you tried replacing it again? That is what I would do; at least rule ...
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| HERE IS WHY THIS SHOULD BE UR NEXT TV | 6/24/2009 |
Q: My little boy did something to their tv and now its stuck in demo mode and there are no buttons i ...
A: You didn't give a model number or manufacturer; information needed because they are all different! ...
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| Toshiba tz50v51 | 6/24/2009 |
Q: The TV screen and sound goes out and the red LED blinks, I cannot turn TV off with the power button, ...
A: It could be the convergence circuit. It could be the main power supply. If it were convergence the ...
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| VCR dead | 6/23/2009 |
Q: I have a LG W20F VCR. It is completely dead - I thought that inserting a tape might wake it up ...
A: First, unplug the power cord from the vcr for at least 1/2 hour. Then try it again. This will reset ...
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| lcd rear projection | 6/23/2009 |
Q: i have a 2 year old 50inch sony lcd rear projection tv which is very dark with all the seetings on ...
A: I would say it needs a new lamp. Have you replaced it lately? Follow your owners manual very ...
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| help with TV | 6/23/2009 |
Q: I have a RCA TV and when I turn it on the green light comes on and shut turns off what do I need to ...
A: I need more information. Model number and age of the set and any description you can give of what ...
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| Home stereo trouble shooting | 6/23/2009 |
Q: I have a Yamaha HTR-5935 home stereo system with two speakers that don't work. The odd thing is that ...
A: Do you have a VOM? If not, you can buy one for under $10 at Walmart or Home Depot. If you know ...
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| Samsung 5689 DLP | 6/22/2009 |
Q: When I'm watching Blu-Ray movies and there is a low-light scene, I get a lot of 'snow' in the ...
A: Have you tried using a non-HDMI connection between the player and the DLP? I am assuming that ...
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| Home stereo trouble shooting | 6/22/2009 |
Q: I have a Yamaha HTR-5935 home stereo system with two speakers that don't work. The odd thing is that ...
A: The diagram on page 17 of your owners manual is very clear about which speakers connect to which ...
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| TV coloring | 6/22/2009 |
Q: When I watch TV, the picture has a very noticeable yellowish tint. I've tried changing the color ...
A: You did not give me a make and model so I cannot tell you much. Try going into the service mode and ...
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| 46gw948 | 6/21/2009 |
Q: tv need the geometric parameters set right but dont have a clue what it should be set on.it go P-1 ...
A: Are you in the service mode? http://fixyourowntv.com/menurca.php If, indeed, you are trying to ...
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| toshiba WC-SBH22 | 6/21/2009 |
Q: I need help resetting the v-chip on my tv/vcr/dvd combo the vol(0) and num(0) did not work for me
A: Pages 36 thru 42 of this manual ...
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| tape stuck in vhs/tv sylvania combo | 6/21/2009 |
Q: tape is stuck and does not play or eject. starts to eject but then goes back in. cannot get out by ...
A: Go to fixer.com and see if you can find a method that works for you. At the bottom of this page: ...
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| No Sound | 6/21/2009 |
Q: I have absolutely no sound at all on my tv. I had no picture so I went to see if a dvd would play ...
A: Ah Ha! You have lost the audio! Make sure you don't have the audio muted. Go into the menu and ...
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| Horizontal green wavy lines | 6/20/2009 |
Q: I have a RCA Twin Tuner PIP TV Model # P60755AT, which has greenish white horizontal wavy lines. ...
A: Are the lines stationary or are they moving slowly up the screen? IF: The lines are stationary then ...
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| 1998 panasonic big screen | 6/20/2009 |
Q: i think i need to replace the blue projector but im not sure if its that bad. the blue is about 2 ...
A: Sorry, I don't understand your description of the problem. Are you saying the blue image is out of ...
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| Mitsubishi CS-2725R TV, 1992, Chassis WA-A/B/C | 6/20/2009 |
Q: Welcome back, I hope you had a good vacation. We have a video signal problem when the TV set is ...
A: Yes, electrolytics are always suspect little devices. They are manufactured in many different ways ...
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| tv turns off | 6/20/2009 |
Q: i have a panasonic pt53wx42f tv turns on then off light blinks 5 times
A: The blinking for 5 times is related to failure of one of the key circuits. At the heart of it is ...
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| Sony Projection TV Model # KP65WS510 | 6/19/2009 |
Q: Recently purchased a used Sony 65" projection television. It was manufactured in 2004 and was used ...
A: It may be getting badly out of adjustment due to "old age"! You may be able to bring it to the ...
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| My old Sanyo TV picture is not full screen sometimes | 6/19/2009 |
Q: I have a very old Sanyo TV (must be over 6 years old). Sometimes the screen shrinks from the full ...
A: You can try banging on the set with your hand or fist. Go around the set with a good thump and see ...
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| Samsung LN-S4041D no video or backlight | 6/19/2009 |
Q: After a power outage, we would lose video after about 5 minutes...you could vaguely see video if you ...
A: I went to NESDA and found the Michigan listings: http://www.tvrepairpros.com/index.php and for ...
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| wallpaper | 6/19/2009 |
Q: I just bought a HDTV with Picture in Picture option. I also has a built in tuner. I would like to ...
A: You did not give me model numbers. Not all products have the same features and they don't all ...
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| Philips 27PT9007D/17 | 6/18/2009 |
Q: My father has a Philips 27PT9007D/17 27" tube TV, bought in Dec 2006. After a year the picture was ...
A: Next time, leave it unplugged for at least a full 2 or 3 hours - or overnight. This would be a ...
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| 40" Sanyo Vision Art Projection Tv. | 6/18/2009 |
Q: I Have A Sanyo Vision Art 40" Projection Tv,That Was Made In 1986. It Seems To Be Blurry All The ...
A: Does it look like 3-D vision; that is double and triple colored shadows behind the images? If so, ...
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| how to reset convergence on 52" RCS HDTV | 6/18/2009 |
Q: If under the main menu you check on set up and it doesn't show an option to go to convergence what ...
A: It has failed and needs repaired. There are two Integrated Circuits needing replacement. The cost ...
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| Samsung LN-S4041D no video or backlight | 6/18/2009 |
Q: After a power outage, we would lose video after about 5 minutes...you could vaguely see video if you ...
A: I am still inclined towards a power supply or voltage regulator failure. Since you are seeing some ...
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| Mitsubishi DLP WD 52525 Blue Screen | 6/17/2009 |
Q: My Mitsubishi wd 52525 is now showing a blue screen in all modes. It worked fine the night before, ...
A: The lamp should be checked according to instructions in the manual. The color engine/wheel may need ...
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| 50ux52b Hitachi | 6/17/2009 |
Q: ... I have the above named model.. bought it new in the dark ages... two days ago, it worked ...
A: Yes, power surges are terrible and can cause all sorts of damage to home electronic products, ...
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| rca 52" rear projection tv | 6/17/2009 |
Q: My tv makes an annoying high pitched sound after being turned on. It is not always immediate but it ...
A: It can be caused by power supply going bad, especially the high voltage supply. The noise is ...
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| Troubleshoot Sony TV | 6/16/2009 |
Q: I have a Sony FD Trinitron Wega (KV-HR36) about 4-5 years old. Yesterday morning I turned it on,and ...
A: This is a design from as far back as 2003. It was very expensive at the time. It is now an obsolete ...
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| Sony KP-51ws500 problems. | 6/16/2009 |
Q: I have a Sony KP-51ws500 that will turn on and display a picture fine, 15-30 seconds go by and the ...
A: The horizontal feeds the flyback. To find this you must trace back the flyback driver which will be ...
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| tv wont turn on | 6/16/2009 |
Q: i have a RCA truflat tv and i got it from a friend and said it worked fine i took it home and pluged ...
A: Are you sure it was a friend? It has been found that 80 to 90% of tvs being given or sold to a ...
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| 50pf9631d Philips plasma | 6/16/2009 |
Q: This set has a picture but has r-g-b specs, dots,all through picture. Also it does also seem darker. ...
A: I don't know which board it is but I would start with the one that contains the display driver. You ...
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| red light on Plasma TV | 6/15/2009 |
Q: I have a 2006 Philips Ambi light plasma TV,serial no# YA1B0625017120, model 42PF9631D/37 where the ...
A: I found a couple of forums on the Internet that indicate a capacitor in the main power supply was ...
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| 50ux52b Hitachi | 6/15/2009 |
Q: ... I have the above named model.. bought it new in the dark ages... two days ago, it worked ...
A: I suspect it is a main power supply gone bad - common ailment for older sets. Normal repair service ...
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| ZENITH T.V. MODEL # A27A11D NO SOUND OR PICTURE. | 6/15/2009 |
Q: I have a ZENITH tv, model # A27A11D, date mfg. NOV, 1998. When i first plug in this tv, and wait ...
A: It sounds like a power supply failure. This is common in any set this old. Repair is likely to ...
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| Samsung LN-S4041D no video or backlight | 6/15/2009 |
Q: After a power outage, we would lose video after about 5 minutes...you could vaguely see video if you ...
A: First thought is the power supply that feeds voltage to the tft display driver has failed. If that ...
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| tv repairs assistance | 6/14/2009 |
Q: sony tv kv-21c5b plays for a few hours after replacing q555=sd1555.It blows the same transistor ...
A: Sorry, I don't know this set and could not find a schematic on it because it is too old and Sony ...
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| Sony KP-51ws500 problems. | 6/14/2009 |
Q: I have a Sony KP-51ws500 that will turn on and display a picture fine, 15-30 seconds go by and the ...
A: I suggest you check the horizontal deflection amplifier. You may need to replace it as it drives ...
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| Mitsubishi WD-52725 | 6/14/2009 |
Q: This morning I awoke to my timer/power light blinking green. I unplugged the set and it initially ...
A: There is a fair amount of bad news on the various forums about this model and others that are of ...
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| kds60a2000 | 6/14/2009 |
Q: while viewing my Sony the screen will go blank for about 30 seconds then back on and blank again the ...
A: Have you changed the lamp? It may need a new lamp. It is a key element in keeping the set working ...
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| Pioneer VSX-D712 | 6/13/2009 |
Q: I have a Pioneer VSX-D712 Amplifier which has never faulted for over 5 years....until tonight. It ...
A: No. It has gone into cardiac arrest waiting for a cure. There are a few causes of this; external, ...
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| TV screen viewing | 6/13/2009 |
Q: the picture on my sony looks like watching 3D with out the glasses. Is this my picture tube. parts ...
A: Without a model number it is difficult to give you a very good answer. This is almost for certain a ...
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| TV flashing until after warming up | 6/13/2009 |
Q: I have a Toshiba 50h12. When the set is first cut on, the screen is flashy, until it warms up. Then ...
A: It is hard to say, for sure, without testing what is causing the picture to flash. My first thought ...
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| 42 proscan lcd 1080p | 6/13/2009 |
Q: my tv has rececently experienced a lateral split screen in half. it has sound but no picture just ...
A: I would say it is trouble in the video processor board and/or the display driver. It could be ...
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| toshiba55h70 | 6/12/2009 |
Q: My tv wont let me select convergence do i need the original remote.... my screen is doubled red and ...
A: Yes, you need a remote that has all menu functions for your set. A good universal will do it in ...
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| Toshiba MW27F51 27 no power | 6/12/2009 |
Q: Toshiba MW27F51 27" is their a reset or fuse inside the tv if we had a power surge.
A: The best reset is this: Unplug the tv for a full period of no less than 3 hours. During this time ...
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| blinking power light on jvc av 48wp34 | 6/12/2009 |
Q: tv repairman replaced 2 ic chips and surrounding transistor. same day did a manual convergence from ...
A: It is still a convergence gone bad. Either the new ICs went bad or were not properly installed OR ...
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| 52" RCA HDTV ON / OFF PROBLEM | 6/12/2009 |
Q: I just want to give you as many of the facts posible to make your diagnoses. I have a 52" RCA HDTV ...
A: It is hard to know without testing. Because of the complexity of a RPTV and the many parts and ...
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| 2002 Sony Big screen TV (Model KP-53S76) won't come on. | 6/11/2009 |
Q: My 2002 Sony Big screen TV (Model KP-53576) won't come on after a lightning storm hit the area. The ...
A: It is rare that a big screen repair is less than $200. If the set is older than, say,5 to 8 years ...
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| 2002 Sony Big screen TV (Model KP-53576) won't come on. | 6/11/2009 |
Q: My 2002 Sony Big screen TV (Model KP-53576) won't come on after a lightning storm hit the area. The ...
A: ONE: Did you do a hard reset? Unplug the power cord on the tv for a full4 hours; then power it up ...
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| Sony Big screen TV won't come on. | 6/11/2009 |
Q: My 2002 Sony Big screen TV (Model KP-53576) won't come on after a lightning storm hit the area. The ...
A: ONE: Did you do a hard reset? Unplug the power cord on the tv for a full4 hours; then power it up ...
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| Toshiba Cinema Series | 6/11/2009 |
Q: I'm using this old tv to just run DVD's. I've lost my remote and can't get the tv into video 3 ...
A: You can play with other alternate button combinations but you will most likely need a remote control ...
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| 52" RCA HDTV rear proj. warped picture | 6/10/2009 |
Q: While watching TV tonight+, the picture became warped. Looks like it is being squeezed in the ...
A: Yes, it is most certainly the convergence circuit gone bad. The repair involves replacing two ...
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| Panasonic PT-40LC12/PT-45LC12 Multi-Media Projection Display | 6/10/2009 |
Q: Projection lamp unit replaced. The unit will not turn on and I can hear a licking noise on the left ...
A: Pages 58 - 60 of the owners manual give you instructions on cleaning and replacing the air filter ...
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| Panasonic Home Stereo has no sound | 6/10/2009 |
Q: My friend brought his PS3 to my house the other day to play guitar hero 4. After many hours of solid ...
A: I am certain you have overloaded the amplifier with the guitar hero game as the music associated ...
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| picture size keeps changing on widescreen | 6/10/2009 |
Q: I have a Toshiba 65" DLP tv. Recently, the picture size started changing back to "normal" instead ...
A: Have you tried a hard reset? (This is done by unplugging the power for a couple of hours and ...
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| RCA 52w20 projection sound but no picture | 6/9/2009 |
Q: the tv turns on butthe screen does not light up. audio is fine.
A: If the screen is totally dark, in most cases this is loss of the high voltage. It can be from a bad ...
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| Changed i/c convergence chips, twice, still no power to screen | 6/9/2009 |
Q: I got a 8 year old Hitachi 61" rear projection tv I purchased for $70. It worked fine but had a ...
A: See the previous answer, but you can get this going. It may take some further investigation and ...
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| Just replace convergence chip, now there is no screen | 6/9/2009 |
Q: I picked up a set of i/c chips (STK-392-150) for a Hitachi 61sbx59b, installed them perfectly, ...
A: Let's back up to the beginning. What were the symptoms that caused you to replace the stks in the ...
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| sony tv model kp51ws500 | 6/9/2009 |
Q: i have a sony tv model kp51ws500, it comes on no picture and shuts off after a few seconds what do i ...
A: It is most likely the power supply is going bad. There are other trouble areas that can cause this ...
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| Mitsubishi TV | 6/8/2009 |
Q: Our 50" Mitsubishi TV will turn on fine. The sound will work fine and the DirecTV that is connected ...
A: Oh, it is repairable. It is more a question of if you want to repair it. Old sets are often not ...
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| Just replace convergence chip, now there is no screen | 6/8/2009 |
Q: I picked up a set of i/c chips (STK-392-150) for a Hitachi 61sbx59b, installed them perfectly, ...
A: Yes, the solder bridge could cause any number of problems. The soldering must be exact and precise; ...
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| JVC AV-25MS25 TV | 6/8/2009 |
Q: TV dead. My sons tv, was on the way to tip. Apparently screen went black then smoke came from back. ...
A: Caps, such as C963 don't usually burn. Diode, D951, could be the cause of failure if it has gone ...
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| Hitachi 46F510, VERY blurry picture | 6/7/2009 |
Q: I have a Hitachi 46" rear projection TV. It works, but it VERY blurry, (unwatchable). Is this ...
A: What do you mean by "blurry"? Does it have a 3-D type appearance? That is with red or colored ...
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| tv..help please | 6/7/2009 |
Q: just got this toshiba tv model # 43h71 and i was trying to get the red and blue lines to match up in ...
A: It is a convergence circuit failure. This is quite an old set and it is very likely the convergence ...
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| Just replace convergence chip, now there is no screen | 6/7/2009 |
Q: I picked up a set of i/c chips (STK-392-150) for a Hitachi 61sbx59b, installed them perfectly, ...
A: Not sure I understand what you have done. On this set you can either repair the convergence board ...
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| Toshiba HD-DLP projection TV | 6/6/2009 |
Q: When I turn on the TV it is purple and green in color and seems to be flashing. It seems to be ...
A: This maybe the color wheel. If so, you must call for service and have it checked. Replacement is ...
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| My TV cuts off 3 inches of Video on each side | 6/6/2009 |
Q: Ok, so I have a 32" JVC television that was bought used. I don't know the model, but it says I'art ...
A: Try the codes in this URL: http://fixyourowntv.com/servicemenu.php and one of them should get you ...
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| tv | 6/6/2009 |
Q: I have a sony lcd rear projection tv. It will not turn on. The light at the front of the tv is ...
A: First, unplug the power cord for a full 30 minutes. Then try it again. This is what we call a ...
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| Mitsibishi tv-1985 | 6/6/2009 |
Q: congratulations for providing such helpful service. I have an old (Model CS-1485R, September 1985) ...
A: This company: http://www.nytechtvrepair.com/mitsubishi_tv_repair.html shows they have repair ...
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| rca p52930bl | 6/5/2009 |
Q: I recently picked up a RCA p52930bl big screen but of course there is a slight problem. The screen ...
A: Any universal remote will work with this set. Even the $1.00 unit from Dollar Tree! The problem is ...
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| TV Problem | 6/5/2009 |
Q: As we were watching our tv, the screen went totally blank. We have a Mitsubishi Projection TV - ...
A: Yes, set is getting a little aged, but a good brand and a good model. Does the sound stay on? If ...
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| Mitsubishi CS-2725R TV, 1992, Chassis WA-A/B/C | 6/5/2009 |
Q: Welcome back, I hope you had a good vacation. We have a video signal problem when the TV set is ...
A: Why don't you replace the capacitor? They are cheap; you can get a replacement at Radio Shack or ...
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| Thomson TV | 5/27/2009 |
Q: I have a Thomson 64 inches rear projection tv and now it is broken down. The repairer could not ...
A: You can get them from partstore.com in the USA. Don't know if Partstore has an outlet in AU or not. ...
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| Phillips Plasma TV | 5/26/2009 |
Q: I have a 42" Phillips FlatTv (PLasma). Without anyone touching the TV, and with the remote ...
A: No, not so common, but is easily diagnosed by a tech who can do some testing inside the unit. ...
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| rca 52 inch bigscreen | 5/26/2009 |
Q: I have a 54 inch rca hdtv,when I hit the power and it beeps but doesnt come on and it keeps tring to ...
A: First try a hard reset to see if that clears anything up. Unplug the power cord for a full 3 hours. ...
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| tv problem | 5/25/2009 |
Q: my Toshiba theatre views on/off just keeps blinking and concourse doesn't turn tv on or off
A: Unplug the power cord for a full 2 or 3 hours. Then try it again. This is called a hard reset. If ...
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| rca/sdtv | 5/25/2009 |
Q: i found a tv,didnt know if it was worth fixing?When you push power button ,you hear what sounds like ...
A: Without a model number it is difficult for me to make a good guess but the symptoms you describe are ...
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| sony hdtv 42" screen KDF-E42A10 | 5/25/2009 |
Q: Have a red light flashing where is says LAMP and tv will not come back on.
A: The flash rate (on Sony sets) is a diagnostic code. You can google for Sony blinking codes and it ...
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| MY RCA TV | 5/25/2009 |
Q: When you turn on my 2004 50' inch RCA the power light will come on and then it will turn off then it ...
A: The protection circuit has been activated; that is what makes it turn off. The problem is usually, ...
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| Weight of old Zenith TV | 5/24/2009 |
Q: I have a 20" Zenith TV model #SF2027W sitting on "bridge" between two armoires in a bedroom. Like ...
A: The Zenith model you have is very old and it is no longer supported at the site. Here is my ...
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| Phillips dvd/home unit | 5/24/2009 |
Q: The above unit, model number HTS3400, a dvd player is not turing on or off....the red light on the ...
A: It will have to go in for service. I can only guess what is wrong with it - not knowing anything ...
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| sony audio video control centre | 5/24/2009 |
Q: I have a sony audio video control centre STR-DE425 and it keeps flashing "protect" on the screen. I ...
A: The most common causes are these two things: A. Overdrive by turning up the sound too far for too ...
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| Sony Trinitron color problem | 5/23/2009 |
Q: I have a multi-system 17yr old 14" trinitron that worked fine until I unplugged it for 2 months. ...
A: Yes, it can be repaired. Worth it? Not really. Why? The age is just too far gone. It has ...
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| Defective IR Sensor? | 5/23/2009 |
Q: I purchased a refurbished RCA TV model L40FHD380. First, the remote was missing and the company ...
A: Most universal remotes have a search function. Have you tried that? Some of the newer rca sets ...
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| high pitch sound then powers off | 5/23/2009 |
Q: .. Thanks for volunteering. Good stuff here. Anyway, I have a 1997 Mitsubishi TV and recently when ...
A: Have your son bump it again. Maybe it will reverse the process. Actually, I am very serious. If ...
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| 1994 Proscan 35 inch model PS35153 | 5/23/2009 |
Q: I have an older 1994 Proscan model PS35153 that won't turn on. When we try to turn it on, it just ...
A: It is over 15 years of age. The normal life span for these sets is around 7 to 10 years. You have ...
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| TV picture problem | 5/22/2009 |
Q: The picture intermittently flickers (up and down) on my (older style) TV and makes static sound. I ...
A: I don't like surge protectors; they often cause more problems than they solve, especially so when ...
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| tv/vcr picture roll | 5/22/2009 |
Q: but on a few video tapes - not all - the picture rolls, like an old vertical hold problem. There's ...
A: I suspect it is more a problem of the vcr than it is the tv. Have you tried adjusting the vcr ...
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| 65inch rear projection tv | 5/22/2009 |
Q: my picture is now double vision with red seperated from everything else. hv prot came up with a#1 ...
A: This is the symptom of a bad convergence board or circuit. Repair will cost around $400 plus or ...
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| nec px 42vp4da plasma | 5/21/2009 |
Q: I have a problem with the above plasma when I input in the vga it is ok but any other inputs turn ...
A: I don't have an answer. It would require some testing to find out what is going on. Many companies ...
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| plasma tv | 5/21/2009 |
Q: What is the cause of a vertical black line (~5cm wide) down my plasma screen that is mostly present ...
A: Can be from a bad display, a bad driver or a bad connector. Maybe best place to start looking is ...
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| Mitsubishi 40" TV CS-40503 | 5/21/2009 |
Q: Great website!! Recently after 14 years of problem free viewing, my TV has developed an audio/video ...
A: Yes, it could have some contribution to that. If you decide to blow it out - or vacuum it, be ...
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| Onkyo Turns on but no sound | 5/21/2009 |
Q: my Onkyo TX DS555 quit working one day. The power turns on and everything seems to function as it ...
A: First make sure you have not accidentally left the speaker switch in the B position. Secondly, make ...
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| Sanyo HDTV model dp19647 | 5/20/2009 |
Q: The tv was working perfect. The next time it was turned on nothing happened other than the small ...
A: Sorry to hear that. Sanyo tv products are, by and large, very reliable and I like them alot. ...
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| Adding an input to a console stereo | 5/20/2009 |
Q: I have an old Philco console stereo (1960's or thereabouts) which I would like to use with my ...
A: It is not so difficult to add an input. As you have stated a switch to select the aux input would ...
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| RCA p42whd35 | 5/20/2009 |
Q: I went to turn tv after watching it problem free earlier and it turns on but has no picture on any ...
A: Not sure I understand the question. Are you saying the set turns on and is ok for a while then the ...
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| menu pops up | 5/20/2009 |
Q: I have a RCA model HD52W59. The menu keeps poping up on the screen. Off On Off On continously. ...
A: We hear of many weird things. The problem you face seems like a key on the remote is stuck down. ...
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| Coax to RCA | 5/19/2009 |
Q: Today I was in Wal-Mart looking at DVD player/recorders and como VCR/DVD recorders. On back were a ...
A: You need a new tv with a/v inputs. Or, you can convert your present tv by using an rf modulator. ...
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| HD Television Set, Cable TV, and an Analog VCR | 5/19/2009 |
Q: OK, here's what I have. First, the main problem is that I have an analog VCR that worked fine before ...
A: First, you only need the dtv converter for off-the-air reception. For cable it cannot be used. If ...
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| Dead Mini DV video camera | 5/19/2009 |
Q: I recently had a power surge that rendered my video camera useless. I charged the battery but the ...
A: If the camera is not working at all there are two methods that you must decide on. a. Brute force ...
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| TV Problem | 5/19/2009 |
Q: I have a Toshiba TV, VCR & DVD combo Appx.5 years old. Recently white lines appeared at the top of ...
A: This is usually a vertical deflection amplifier going bad. The fix usually requires replacing the ...
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| Mitsubishi TV | 5/18/2009 |
Q: I have a 50" Mitsubishi PT-5051 Rear Projection TV I think its around 13 years old now so I ...
A: The power supply is a very complex system with several sections and electronic regulators and ...
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| DTV Converter, Analog VCR, HDTV | 5/18/2009 |
Q: All I am trying to do is use my old analog VCR on my HDTV. I just bought the DTV converter. How do ...
A: Output from the converter goes to the input on the vcr and the output of the vcr goes to the input ...
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| Orion TV/VCR combo unit - no picture | 5/18/2009 |
Q: I purchased an orion tv/vcr combo from a garage sale for my play room last weekend having been told ...
A: Yes, most of the tvs on ebay and garage sales are not working; that is why they are for sale. You ...
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| RCA Scenuim HD50PW165 closed captioning will not turn off | 5/17/2009 |
Q: Yesterday, my television started to display closed captioning without us changing the settings. ...
A: Try unplugging for a full 2 or 3 hours. Doing so will allow total discharge of all the internal ...
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| Color on SONY Trinitron 27" is messed up | 5/17/2009 |
Q: I have a SONY Trinitron 27 " (circa 1988)that has given me faithful service for 20+ years. Last nite ...
A: Your description of the color distortion is not clear enough to make a solid prognostication but my ...
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| Samsung syncmaster 932 | 5/17/2009 |
Q: WE bought this samsung just over one year ago and it has suddenly stopped showing any picture, the ...
A: I notice there are many threads on comment forums for this kind of a problem on all syncmaster ...
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| Zenith C32V37 | 5/17/2009 |
Q: Bought this set for $700 a few years ago...and purchased an extended warranty. Over the past month, ...
A: The warranty company should be able to repair the set with no problem. I couple of voltage checks ...
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| tv problems | 5/16/2009 |
Q: The picture on my TV has got smaller, with horizontal lines running through it , it is 12 years old
A: Any set 12 years of age is not a very good candidate for investing in repairs. Why? The probability ...
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| crt tv problem | 5/16/2009 |
Q: I have a mitsubishi cs-206 IR tv with RGB input multiple ant/cable inputs and an assortment of other ...
A: I doubt if it is related to fuses blown. But, the ones you can't find are probably board-mounted ...
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| Mitsubishi TV | 5/15/2009 |
Q: I have a 50" Mitsubishi PT-5051 Rear Projection TV I think its around 13 years old now so I ...
A: This is a power supply failure. The protection circuits have failed and it will need professional ...
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| TV No Power | 5/15/2009 |
Q: I brought a brand new Emmerson HD VI210. I set the tv up and when I hit the power button there is no ...
A: Make sure you have it plugged into an active power outlet. Make sure the power cord is making good ...
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| Recording on Sharp DV-RW550U VCr/DVD Recorder | 5/14/2009 |
Q: I am trying to record TV programs on the DVD recorder but when I put disc in and it starts to ...
A: Did you format the disc? The RW discs must be formatted for your machine and once formatted and ...
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| No sound from Stereo | 5/14/2009 |
Q: I have one of those combo Turntable/CD/Radio units that looks like an antique radio. When I got up ...
A: The static shock is due to inadequate grounding of the unit; most likely a design flaw. The static ...
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| mitsubishi modelvs55-707 | 5/14/2009 |
Q: i am having trouble finding a mainboard part#930b857004 for my tv. i live in joliet illinois but im ...
A: Go to: http://www.partstore.com/Model/Mitsubishi/Mitsubishi/VS55707.aspx?ModelAliasNumber=vs55-707 ...
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| Old TV | 5/13/2009 |
Q: I've got a 14 old Philips TV and every time I switch it on it takes about 10 minutes to start. When ...
A: It is a power supply problem. My best guess is one or more leaky electrolytic capacitors in the ...
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| 27" Symphonic Television | 5/13/2009 |
Q: Recently my television quit working. I have a blacked out television screen with a horizontal white ...
A: The vertical deflection amplifier has gone bad. The repair involves replacing the vertical output ...
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| MITSUBISHI BIG SCREEN #VS55-707 | 5/13/2009 |
Q: I NEED TO FIND PART#CXA2120Q OR THE ENTIRE BOARD PART #930B857007.MITSU DOES NOT HAVE THESE PARTS ...
A: If you google for it and go through the several listings you will find it but most are out of stock. ...
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| Sanyo CLT-1554-02 | 5/12/2009 |
Q: This desk top TV does not power on at all. I recently moved and lost the power cord, so ordered ...
A: Is the power cord making contact? Some cords may fit the socket but not have long enough connectors ...
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| TV sound gone, picture still works | 5/12/2009 |
Q: I have an old LG Goldeneye TV (Model No. CF-21K44ET), and the sound has gone away. You can hear a ...
A: If the line out is also defective than the problem is most likely a defective audio detector IC chip ...
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| Panasonic PC-29XF20A picture fades in and out | 5/12/2009 |
Q: I have a Panasonic PC-29XF20A. Recently I turned it on and the picture faded to black in about 3 ...
A: It is likely the high voltage supply collapsing due to the horizontal transistor/IC going bad. You ...
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| Harman Kardon Festival 500 (60watt "mini" component system) | 5/12/2009 |
Q: This is a Four component system: CD,Casette,tuner,amp. All seems to work fine, however, when I turn ...
A: It is caused by the voltage change in the amplifier when the power goes off. It is likely caused by ...
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| Hitachi 50VG825 - flashing lamp failure LEDs | 5/11/2009 |
Q: My Hitachi 50VG825 started flashing the lamp failure red indicator LEDs about two months ago. I ...
A: You should try a new lamp. It is exceptional for this model that the original lamp has lasted so ...
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| TV troubleshoot | 5/11/2009 |
Q: I have a 52in RCA HDTV model no D52W20 made in 2005. When I turned it on it turned off by itself ...
A: The set has gone into protection mode due to a failure of the main power supply. It is an expensive ...
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| Power down on tv | 5/11/2009 |
Q: Yes, When I turn the TV on I can hear the sound on it low but starting and then stopping and then ...
A: Most likely a power supply problem. It will require some testing by someone who knows what it going ...
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| projection tv | 5/10/2009 |
Q: my tv's picture is now a horizontal line in the middle of my 52 in. the picture is to small and ...
A: This is caused by failure of the vertical deflection amplifier. Requires testing and repair. Cost ...
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| Mitsubishi VS-6043 Plastic screen cover | 5/10/2009 |
Q: During our move, our big screen tv cover tore to pieces which was made out of a thin plastic to ...
A: You can use it if the picture is satisfactory, but the cost of replacement is high - if you can even ...
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| No picture on my 42" Samsung Projection TV | 5/10/2009 |
Q: I have a 42" samsung hdtv projection tv and it has sound and the power light comes on but there is ...
A: If it is a crt RPTV these symptoms are almost always associated with loss of the high voltage. ...
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| please save me some money ! | 5/9/2009 |
Q: i have a toshiba tz50v61, and on some days the tv would go black no video/audio,just a flashing ...
A: It is most certainly a power supply failure; either the main supply or the high voltage. But, most ...
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| Sony TV | 5/9/2009 |
Q: I have put on new main G board with problem(had 6 blinks) now with new board still have 3 blinks ...
A: This is an LCD projection set. Have you checked the projection lamp? It could be associated with ...
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| Hitachi 51F59A Snap or pop noise? | 5/9/2009 |
Q: My Hitachi 51F59A has started making a loud snap or pop noise, when this happens the pictures goes ...
A: Power supply failure. Cost of repair will be in the range of $400 to $500. If you lide the set and ...
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| Purple t.v. screen | 5/9/2009 |
Q: In the process of moving last year I had a 27" color television set put in storage for approx. 4 ...
A: It is normal for this to happen. It is caused by magnetization of the screen. It requires to be ...
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| RCA model 27F500TDV | 5/8/2009 |
Q: We have a RCA tv with vcr and dvd combo that is 5 yrs old and recently when turned on get a center ...
A: This is caused by a failure of the vertical deflection amplifier. Cost of repair will cost about ...
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| pioneer vsx-454 | 5/8/2009 |
Q: after playing for 15 or 20 minutes the left channel quits playing as loud as the right. turn it off ...
A: Seems to be a temperature related problem. It could be a power supply problem or a power output ...
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| Samsung LN-R408D 40" lcd tv | 5/8/2009 |
Q: I have a 40" samsung flat screen TV and the hdmi stopped working. I thought the cable had gone bad ...
A: Try a hard reset. It may be the logic code has become corrupted and needs recharged. Do the reset ...
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| phillips tube tv wont power up | 5/7/2009 |
Q: 30 phillips tv flat screen . I hit the power button and it hums, it also has a green light for a ...
A: It will need service. The power supply has failed and testing will be necessary in order to ...
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| rca d52w17 | 5/7/2009 |
Q: i have a RCA d52w17 a couple of weeks ago when you first cut it on it started making a noise like it ...
A: The power supply system is not doing its job. The protection circuit has been activated and is ...
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| FM tuner | 5/7/2009 |
Q: Just picked up a Fisher RS852 receiver. plugged it in-hooked up speakers and all was good. Pushed ...
A: Check the antenna connection to see if it came off or if the antenna is working. Also, turn off the ...
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| sony xbr wega | 5/7/2009 |
Q: I bought the set about 5years ago,last nite we had a real bad lighting storm.The power surged on and ...
A: Try a reset. If the reset does not help you may need service by a tech who can dig into it and find ...
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| amplifier buzz | 5/6/2009 |
Q: I have an adcom 555 amplifier. Yesterday the sound from the left channel went out and was replaced ...
A: First, disconnect the speakers from the amp. Next, check the amp ground and make sure it is a good ...
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| Hooking my VCR/DVD Combination to my flat screen tv | 5/6/2009 |
Q: I got the DVD to work on my flat screen tv but I cannot figure out how to hook the VCR up so that it ...
A: Out from the vcr goes to In on the tv. Best for most reliable connection is composite connections: ...
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| tv | 5/6/2009 |
Q: i was given a tv model pt56sx30b panasonic.the tv works but the picture is lager than it suppose to, ...
A: You may be able to bring it down to size, but check the images around the edges; look carefully. If ...
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| Home stereo repair | 5/5/2009 |
Q: I need to replace a toggle power switch on a 20 year old Technics Integrated Stereo Power Amplifier ...
A: Switch ratings are somewhat arbitrary. A higher rating is always better because it gives a greater ...
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| Sony Big Screen TV-Grand Vega | 5/5/2009 |
Q: For months already intermittently our TV shows everything only in grey, purple and green colors. ...
A: I would say it is a color board problem and since it is intermittent it may be a loose connection or ...
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| Home stereo repair | 5/5/2009 |
Q: I need to replace a toggle power switch on a 20 year old Technics Integrated Stereo Power Amplifier ...
A: Yes, Radio Shack is a good place to find switches of all kinds. Any that have the proper ratings ...
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| Trinitron XBR | 5/5/2009 |
Q: I have a thin distorted line running horizontally through my picture. It seems to appear shortly ...
A: Yes, you will need an expert and one who knows how to work on XBR sets as they are very ...
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| Polaroid LCD-1700, no video or audio | 5/4/2009 |
Q: The TV in question is a Polaroid LCD-1700 manufactured in June of '04. The symptoms are no video ...
A: Drats. I think you have a bad video/driver board. It is quite expensive. Do you have an extended ...
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| Speakers | 5/4/2009 |
Q: I'm new to all of this. I'm in the middle of extending to my house and have ran cables to 4 corner's ...
A: Yes, you can run cables with the rca connectors (stereo pair, red and white ends) from the output of ...
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| teac eu2845st | 5/4/2009 |
Q: I have a Teac EU2845ST TV which I have lost the remote for and sometimes, every two-four weeks, when ...
A: No, I think it is a power supply system going bad. Yes, you should try a hard reset and see if that ...
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| DVD to Monitor | 5/3/2009 |
Q: I connect my Samsung DVD-1080P8 to my Hanns- G HQ191DP monitor using an HDMI to DVI cable > start ...
A: I am guessing this is a compatibility issue between the signal formats of the tv and dvd and cable ...
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| thomson tv | 5/3/2009 |
Q: I live in new zealand and I am having problems with tuning the tv properly also the dvd player dont ...
A: I cannot find details of this set so I don't know the system is supports. As I see on the google ...
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| rca tv f25645 audio problem | 5/3/2009 |
Q: my audio goes out- i unplug, wait, then plug back in. That works for a bit then it will go out ...
A: First, see this thread on the subject of your model's audio and TV-Guide feature: ...
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| Hitachi Digital Ultrvision 51UWX20B | 5/3/2009 |
Q: One day my tv started showing closed caption and I cannot turn it off. I have attempted to shut ...
A: Are you using the proper remote control? It must be the original remote to get the right settings, ...
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| Slow startup- occasional blackout | 5/2/2009 |
Q: The TV we have is a Sony Model KV-32S15. the Problem: it takes 7 minutes for picture to appear. ...
A: It's a voltage thing. It is most likely due to sagging voltages caused by a leaky or gassy ...
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| LCD TV will shut off on its own after 1hr... | 5/2/2009 |
Q: . i am in desperate need of solving my issue... I have a Videocon Integra 32" LCD...its 2yrs old ...
A: It may be related to the heat; 40 degrees C is quite warm. Have you tried operating a fan nearby ...
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| lcd tv sound no picture | 5/2/2009 |
Q: i,ve got a acoustic solutions 32 lcd for bedroom got sound but no picture picture was there in ...
A: It is not so heavy so maybe you can carry it into a shop for testing. There are many possible ...
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| My tv shuts on then off | 5/2/2009 |
Q: I currently own a Samsung HDTV TXR3080W. It is roughly a few years old and within the past few ...
A: Hard to say based on this limited information about its symptoms. My guess would be a power supply ...
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| sony digital video recorder DCR-TRV120E | 5/1/2009 |
Q: we bought our sony digital video recorder DCR-TRV120E second hand last year and had no problems ...
A: I am not familiar with this model, but I can give you some generic observations. First, I suggest ...
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| Mitsubishi 36 inch Tube TV abt 10 years old | 5/1/2009 |
Q: I have this huge mitsubishi Television and I recently moveed it to my garage, The tv takes some ...
A: It is most likely a power supply problem. I am guessing it to be slow build up of the dc voltages ...
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| Sony model # KP-53HS30 | 5/1/2009 |
Q: The TV powers up, we have sound,channels change, but the screen is all different colors? Could you ...
A: I would have to see the screen to determine what you mean by it being "all different colors", but if ...
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| Flat screen TV | 4/30/2009 |
Q: JVC Model PD-42WV74. Won't stay on...turn it on, you start hearing the sound, but no picture...then ...
A: Did you try a hard reset? Unplug the power cord for a full one hour; then try it again. If the ...
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| Washed Out Color | 4/30/2009 |
Q: Without warning my Mitsubishi WS 73907 experienced color washout. My reds are noticeable but are no ...
A: Saw both questions and have two thoughts. A) It could be the convergence circuitry going bad, but ...
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| Samsung TXB2725 | 4/30/2009 |
Q: I was given this television by a friend. I just got a DTV convertor box on it and I am able to view ...
A: If you are certain that you hooked it up correctly and the problem is failure inside the set then it ...
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| WEGA KDFE42A10 | 4/29/2009 |
Q: I purchased a new lamp when the red light indicated I needed a new one but after only a month the ...
A: It is hard to say. Could be the replacement bulb is not a good one or that it was not installed ...
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| Mitsu WS55805 losing red color | 4/29/2009 |
Q: I have a used Mitsu WS55805 rear projection HD 1080 about 9 years old. The problem I'm experiencing ...
A: In the best case it may be an intermittent connection or solder joint. If so, you can usually get at ...
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| Screen has Triple Vision | 4/29/2009 |
Q: my Panasonic 1080i TV is about 5 years old. Today the screen has a triple vision with red, yellow ...
A: If this is a crt rear projection set the problem you describe is clearly a failure of the ...
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| Magnavox model MWD2206 | 4/29/2009 |
Q: I have a DVD/VCR combo that has been working fine for a year or so but now it will no longer read a ...
A: This is a low end combo player and the cost of repair will be too much; better off to just buy a new ...
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| GE 32GT740YX71 | 4/28/2009 |
Q: My TV makes the hissing sound of the main electrolytic capacitor. Where can I get one and where can ...
A: Replacement of electrolytic caps in the power supply are considered standard and routine practice ...
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| No Blue | 4/28/2009 |
Q: I have a Samsung TV model # PCK5315R. All was fine, but now I have no BLUE. Please help
A: Could be a bad convergence system or a defective blue projection gun or any number of other ...
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| Samsung TXB2725 | 4/28/2009 |
Q: I was given this television by a friend. I just got a DTV convertor box on it and I am able to view ...
A: Yes, it is an older set and is no longer supported by Samsung support center. But, you must find ...
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| Pioneer Elite Rear Projection | 4/28/2009 |
Q: I have a Pioneer Elite model Pro-610HD purchased late 1999. Frequently over the past year the ...
A: It is probably an intermittent connection or cold solder joint around the high voltage section or ...
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| Samsung TXB2725 | 4/27/2009 |
Q: I was given this television by a friend. I just got a DTV convertor box on it and I am able to view ...
A: First, take the dtv converter out of the picture and try the set with just the analog antenna and ...
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| rf modulater | 4/27/2009 |
Q: I use my rf modulater mostly to hook up my Ps3 to my T.V. Recently I unplugged my ps3 from the ...
A: Check your power connections to the rf modulator. It's power should turn on if the power connection ...
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| tv sound | 4/27/2009 |
Q: We have a Mitsubishi TV, Motorola cable box, and Sony DVR/VCR combo. When we watch TV through the ...
A: How about if you record on the vcr and later play it back to the tv. Is the sound alright then? I ...
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| ir remote sensor | 4/27/2009 |
Q: I recently bought a new remote for my mother's toshiba TV set because the old remote was not ...
A: It is likely the remote receiver that is defective rather than just the IR receiver. I suggest ...
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| tv | 4/26/2009 |
Q: my tv menue wont come up for tv stations just the wake up and close caption come up
A: Need the make and model to give you any help. There are great differences from tv to tv on how they ...
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| Sound out of one channel of receiver sporatic | 4/26/2009 |
Q: I have an older Kenwood 2 channel receiver. The left channel goes out on occasion, especially when ...
A: You can try whacking the receiver with your hand or fist; give it a few wraps to see if you can ...
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| Samsung Projection TV Problem | 4/26/2009 |
Q: Any help or info you can provide would be much appreciated. We have a Samsung HCN653W Rear ...
A: Well, it could be the convergence circuitry but that is not the only cause. Another common cause is ...
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| sony KV-36FS10 | 4/26/2009 |
Q: I WAS GIVEN THIS SET BY A FRIEND WHO UPGRADED,IT WAS WORKING BEFORE WE MOVED IT ACCORDING TO THE ...
A: See this page on blinking codes: http://www.iwaynet.net/~nesda/SonyBlink.html This indicates ...
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| Sony Trinitron | 4/25/2009 |
Q: After reparied unit (EIGHT Blinks) I can't clear values (codes) on the screen. I tried press ...
A: Search with google.com for the codes for your model number and you can find service menu codes and ...
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| sony 60" keeps turning off and on | 4/25/2009 |
Q: I have a Sony kdf-e60a20 I purchased in march of '07, TV has been great till bout 8 o'clock tonight ...
A: Try a hard reset. This is done by unplugging the power cord for a full 2 hours. Then try it again. ...
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| sony projection kp53hs10 | 4/25/2009 |
Q: standby light is continously blinking.Has clicking and arcing sound any ideas
A: Go to this page http://www.iwaynet.net/~nesda/SonyBlink.html and determine if the diagnostic code ...
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| Phil/Mag 60 inch | 4/25/2009 |
Q: I have a 6-7 yr old Phil/Mag 60 inch proj. The color is a reddish/orangy tint and none of the color ...
A: I can't tell from the description you gave. I would need more information but my guess would be the ...
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| Samsung HDTV cutting off | 4/24/2009 |
Q: Our tv once it gets hot, will cut off and the only way to reactivate the tv is to unplug it for 15 ...
A: You will need to get it serviced. It is not normal to have excessive heat. What may be causing it ...
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| sony KV32FS100 | 4/24/2009 |
Q: The speakers are going out i think. the sound is all distorted. was wondering if it could be ...
A: Usually, if speakers fail the voice coil goes open circuit and you have nothing. Sometimes, ...
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| Toshiba P1900 | 4/24/2009 |
Q: I've owned a Toshiba P1900 for a couple of years but have only used it a couple of time. I took it ...
A: The power supply/battery pack should not be left in storage once put in to service. I think it is ...
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| Faulty TV voltage capacitor | 4/24/2009 |
Q: I have a 1994 Hitachi 32" TV that has white lines on half the screen with picture upside down in the ...
A: It is an old set. There no tv this old that is worthy of an expensive repair. This is not "voltage ...
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| Philips TV model 32ps61 s121 | 4/23/2009 |
Q: Original problem was when set was turned on picture on right side didn't come up right away(kind of ...
A: A popping sound usually indicates a power supply failure; either the main supply or the high ...
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| TV Headphones | 4/23/2009 |
Q: Because of our different tastes in movies, we really need to have the ability to use headphones on ...
A: You must have an audio or headphone output on the tv. It is not practical to add such outputs to a ...
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| Surround sound issue | 4/23/2009 |
Q: I have a Sony surround system and I can not get a volume out of it, I turned it on and a message ...
A: Protection means there is something gone wrong at the output of the amplifier in the surround sound ...
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| Samsung Troubleshooting | 4/22/2009 |
Q: We have a 50" Samsung projection TV approx. 2.5 yrs old. The TV turns itself off after about 20 ...
A: Yes, it could be the lamp (if it is an LCD or DLP set). It could also be a defective main power ...
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| TV not tuning inspte of tuner working fine and also DVD component working fine. | 4/22/2009 |
Q: I have a 21'' onida CRT tv flat . It works fine when i connect to DVD and camera in AV2 mode but in ...
A: There are more serious problems in the set. Most likely the system controller is not working; this ...
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| big screen tv troubleshoot | 4/22/2009 |
Q: I bought a used 1993 Mitsubishi big screen TV model # vs-6071 serial #002957. When I went to pick it ...
A: If it truly was working fine when you picked it up then the problem is likely an intermittent ...
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| 2 RCA Projection Screens | 4/21/2009 |
Q: I have a RCA Guideplus Gemstar and the colors are fine in the center of the screen, but at the top ...
A: This is a convergence circuit failure problem. It can be the convergence board (or components on ...
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| Mitsuishi WS55511 Convergence problem | 4/21/2009 |
Q: I have a 5 year old projection HDTV that is now showing green and pink shadows images. I tried the ...
A: Seems you have convergence circuit failure. It is almost always the ICs called STK392 gone bad. ...
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| vertical deflection problem la 7837 nec tv japan | 4/21/2009 |
Q: i have a horizontal line on my screen , the problem is no vertical line, but the ic la7837 have a ...
A: This Sanyo chip is a very sophisticated multi-purpose chip and can have many functions that do not ...
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| Plasma tv | 4/21/2009 |
Q: Recently I purchased a Plasma TV Panasonic TH - 50PZ80A. There is a high frequency sound coming from ...
A: This is a power supply phenomenon and needs attention by the Panasonic service agency. If under ...
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| TV Power consumption | 4/20/2009 |
Q: I was wondering; I heard that HDTV consumes more electricity. I'm curious as to whether the ...
A: The manufacturers of consumer electronics are very much concerned about reducing the electrical ...
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| aiwa sterio cd/tape 3 disk changer problem | 4/20/2009 |
Q: variable resistor and fixed that, but after a month the disk tray/changer started to spin ...
A: Do you know what control your "tweaked"? If it was located in the optical adjustment area you may ...
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| projection tv trouble shooting | 4/20/2009 |
Q: I HAVE A SONY KP-53HS30. HALF THE SCEEN IS OK, THE OTHER HALF HAS RED AND BLUE LINES AROUND THE ...
A: This is a convergence circuit failure. There are two Integrated Circuit chips in this set called ...
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| rf modulator | 4/20/2009 |
Q: i have hooked up an rf modulator to my tv because the coax connection to the tv is broken. i put my ...
A: I think you have things backwards. The purpose of an rf modulator is for accommodation of a dvd ...
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| no sound | 4/19/2009 |
Q: When we play a DVD, we can hear the sound, but when we try to just watch regular TV, we can't get ...
A: Go to the menu and make sure the SAP is off and you are listening to stereo or mono, but not SAP. ...
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| Yahmaha HTR-5930 | 4/19/2009 |
Q: Today I was plugging in a set of Bose Surround Sound speakers. I was given three from a friend and ...
A: Don't mix Yamaha and Bose equipments. Bose speakers are not compatible with other manufacturers. ...
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| Our TV won't turn on | 4/19/2009 |
Q: We have a 55in Magnavox (aprox.2002 model) rear projection tv that sometimes won't turn on. NOW is ...
A: This is usually, but not always, a main power supply failure. The cost of repair is around $200 ...
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| DVD/VCR combo with tuner | 4/19/2009 |
Q: I need to simplify my elderly mother-in-law's audio/video system. She has trouble with the multiple ...
A: Combined products such as the kind you are talking about seem simple but in reality they are the ...
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| Sony KDF-55E200 | 4/18/2009 |
Q: Our Sony KDF-55E200 makes a fan grinding noiise and shuts down. I reset it by unpluging, pulling out ...
A: Check your manual regarding the lamp and make sure it is properly installed or reinstalled. If it ...
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| Sony Rear Projection TV problems | 4/18/2009 |
Q: We have a Sony rear projection TV model KDS 50A2020. The screen has started going blue in both ...
A: This is most assuredly either the bulb or the optical engine. The bulb or lamp assembly is around ...
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| Panasonic CT-32G24A PIP | 4/18/2009 |
Q: I have a Panasonic CT-32G24A and the problem is that I can't get rid of the PIP. Please help, ...
A: Did you follow the instructions outlined in the owners manual? Are you using the correct remote ...
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| Where's my DTV? | 4/17/2009 |
Q: I recently bought a Coby TV/Monitor, Model TF-TV 1513 with a digital tuner so I'd be ready for ...
A: I could not find the owners manual for this model, but you should have received such with the set ...
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| Sony KV-32V26 no power | 4/17/2009 |
Q: I have a Sony KV-32V26 it's about 10 years old. It just stopped working. There is no power at all. ...
A: You might first look at the power cord. Often they will go bad, preventing the power from getting ...
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| dead ferguson tv model 51p7 | 4/17/2009 |
Q: i'm having trouble in locating a fault which has left set with no voltages after the chopper ...
A: You will have to explain to me what you mean by chopper transformer; I don't know what that means. ...
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| RCA modle # HD52W59 | 4/17/2009 |
Q: The picture has turned to Blue. All that was black is now blue and all the yellows are now green. ...
A: I am nearly certain, let's say 99%, certain this is a failure of the convergence circuitry. It ...
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| tv problems | 4/16/2009 |
Q: i have a tv that doesn't hold channels even if the antenna is inserted. when i connect it with dvd ...
A: It sounds like a power supply problem; maybe the main power supply and the high voltage supply as ...
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| toshiba 42hp86 plasma | 4/16/2009 |
Q: My 2 yr old Toshiba 42" plasma has developed 2 areas with red "snow" on the screen (especially in ...
A: Yes, this is a warranty matter. I assume you have an extended warranty. This symptom is a sign of ...
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| zenith h2097Y tv | 4/16/2009 |
Q: Can't figure out how to get this tv to read the rear composite video input? There is no source ...
A: Is it not spelled out in the owners manual? Usually there is a button on the remote control unit ...
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| dvd/vcr combo-- emerson | 4/16/2009 |
Q: i have a little movie camera posted in the top right corner of my TV when i watch movies from the ...
A: Your owners manual will explain its function. I think it can be removed by going into the on screen ...
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| toshiba | 4/15/2009 |
Q: Why would a company like TOSHIBA not stand behind their product???? Why would we purchase a $800.00 ...
A: Please push the manufacturer on this and see if they don't have a bulletin or recall on your model. ...
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| sony tv repair | 4/15/2009 |
Q: My optical block unit has failed on my KDF-60-wf655 and it is out of warranty. I"m certain that ...
A: There are many discussions on the topic of the optical engine for Sony lcd and dlp projection sets. ...
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| Connecting TV to a DVD player | 4/15/2009 |
Q: I am trying to connect a DVD player to a TV already connected to a VCR. I used the S-Video cable and ...
A: Does your tv have an a/v input 2? If so, try that. Connect the composite video (yellow) out of the ...
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| TV troubleshooting | 4/15/2009 |
Q: I turn on my TV and there is no power whatsoever. I even switched outlets with a lamp. Still no ...
A: The place to start looking is at the power cord and a fuse. The power cord may become open circuit ...
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| kv-32fs120 tv picture fades colors | 4/14/2009 |
Q: My sony tv about 1 week ago started getting a greenish tint to it then 2 days later it started ...
A: It was my first guess the screen had become magnetized but you claim there are no loudspeakers ...
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| VCR | 4/14/2009 |
Q: Emerson EWD2204 combination dvd/cd player with video cassette recorder. A couple months ago the ...
A: Probably one of the following: ONE: Bad cassette. Many of them do not comply to the JVC standard. ...
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| 60" sony videoscope xbr | 4/14/2009 |
Q: Based on previous questions I've read on this blog, it is no longer worth reviving the picture of ...
A: Yes, they are heavy and loaded with thousands of internal components. There is no danger in ...
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| headphones | 4/14/2009 |
Q: I have a 19" Toshiba TV model 19AV501U with no place to plug in headphones. Is there a way to use ...
A: No. You cannot add a conventional headphone directly. BUT: You can add headphone functionality ...
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| technics amplifier su-z2 | 4/13/2009 |
Q: I have a problem with my amplifier technics su-z2. I bought it yesterday and it costed only 10Euro, ...
A: Yes, any audio feed, MP3 or otherwise, even a portable radio, having a volume control output will be ...
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| TV turning off after about 15-30 seconds | 4/13/2009 |
Q: I have a projector Zenith TV and all of a sudden it began turning itself off. After turning it back ...
A: Model number needed to give you a more reliable answer, but if this is an LCD projection system and ...
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| Mitsu Rear Projection Convergence | 4/13/2009 |
Q: I just acquired a used Mitsu Rear Projection TV from a family member & I cannot get the red ...
A: It is most likely (Let's give it 95% for sure) failure of the convergence circuitry. It is very ...
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| Sony KV36F17 | 4/12/2009 |
Q: This 2002 model had some case damage in the upper left corner which seems to be responsible for a ...
A: Well, it could be the there IS damage and you cannot see it. If the tube were cracked it would allow ...
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| technics amplifier su-z2 | 4/12/2009 |
Q: I have a problem with my amplifier technics su-z2. I bought it yesterday and it costed only 10Euro, ...
A: Let me make sure I understand what you learned: Both channels react the same when a loudspeaker is ...
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| powers on then as pic comes on shuts off | 4/12/2009 |
Q: I have a panasonic pt56wxf95 projection tv. I was in service man mode attempting to get the bow out ...
A: Well, it is difficult to guess from long distance, as you may know. But, it comes to me now that ...
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| TV/cable box/stereo | 4/12/2009 |
Q: Strange problem. With TV cable will suddenly go off (power stays on) system restarts, acquires ...
A: Have you checked the sleep mode setting? Clear that and see if it helps. When the tv goes off have ...
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| powers on then as pic comes on shuts off | 4/11/2009 |
Q: I have a panasonic pt56wxf95 projection tv. I was in service man mode attempting to get the bow out ...
A: Did the screen clear up and give good picture now? If so, that means the convergence problem is ...
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| Panasonic Viera Shuts-down | 4/11/2009 |
Q: While watching DVDs, the TV randomly shuts down and the red power light begins to blink. We haved it ...
A: What is the model number? What dvd are you watching? Have you tried going without the power-strip? ...
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| RCA P52923 chassis PTK195K3B won't turn on | 4/11/2009 |
Q: My 1999 RCA P52923 chassis PTK195K3B (52" rear proj) will not turn on, no sounds associated. I ...
A: Yes, this is a common problem with RCA RPTV sets. The most common cause it failure of the main power ...
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| Sterio Repair | 4/11/2009 |
Q: Old Sanyo Sterio, one speeker works & the other gives out only a very faint sound no matter how you ...
A: The most popular test for when one speaker works and the other does not is to just swap the speakers ...
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| Vertical elongation | 4/10/2009 |
Q: Sir/ Madam, We have BPL Sanyo Television (CV21BS3). The picture is vertically elongated. The ...
A: Are you viewing a digital broadcast? If so, it may be the picture is wrong aspect ratio for your ...
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| technics amplifier su-z2 | 4/10/2009 |
Q: I have a problem with my amplifier technics su-z2. I bought it yesterday and it costed only 10Euro, ...
A: Sounds like one channel of the two in the SUZ2 is out of order. Set balance control in the middle; ...
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| DVD /TV connection prob | 4/10/2009 |
Q: I disconnected my Mitshubishi TV from my Denon DVD player to replace the projector Lamp after we ...
A: Are you using component cables to connect? If so, yes, I think you have got them reversed. Check the ...
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| TV Won't Stop Scrolling Through Inputs | 4/10/2009 |
Q: I bought a 40" Polaroid LCD tv two years ago. Within the past couple of months, I will be watching ...
A: First, try a hard reset: Unplug the power cord for 1/2 hour and then try it again. If that cures ...
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| Toshiba 36A43, blinking power light | 4/9/2009 |
Q: The tv does not turn on, the red power light is blinking. Is there anything I can do to repair ...
A: First, do a hard reset to find out if it can be corrected by software reboot. Just unplug the power ...
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| hitachi 65XWX20B | 4/9/2009 |
Q: I went to turn on TV and there was a green and red wavy thick line going all the way across. The ...
A: Repair is around $400. Your set has a convergence system that has gone bad. It is quite common ...
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| sony trinitron | 4/9/2009 |
Q: My sony all of a sudden shut off , and the power stand by button began to blink . Its blinks between ...
A: Blinking codes give some diagnostic information: Code 7 is a loss of high voltage due to either ...
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| audio output where none exists? | 4/9/2009 |
Q: I have a 15-inch Coby DTV with no earphone jack front or back. There is only a pc input jack in the ...
A: You did not give me a model number but I know of no 15" model made by Coby that has audio or video ...
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| Sony TV | 4/8/2009 |
Q: What is the cause of a Sony 60inch projection LCD to bleed a purple color, that starts that the ...
A: It is either the lamp or the engine. See: http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/359300 along with other ...
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| Sanyo DS278000 | 4/8/2009 |
Q: I have a sanyo ds27800. At first there was a very thin line going through the center of the screen ...
A: It is failure of the vertical deflection amplifier. It requires the vertical output transistor or ...
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| Sony Model KV36FS10 | 4/8/2009 |
Q: I purchased this TV from a friend of mine it worked perfect until I got it home now when I turn it ...
A: Does the sound keep working? That is important to know. 1. IF: Sound keeps working the problem ...
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| Phillips 7p6033w101 | 4/8/2009 |
Q: picture fading on corners and not very bright what should I do to fix.
A: With what you have told me I cannot be sure. Here is my guess: ONE: Convergence is failing. Look ...
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| Samsung LNT4665-No picture | 4/7/2009 |
Q: I purchased a Samsung 46" LCD 1080p about 16 months ago. As most experts say, I didn't buy the ...
A: Yes, it is wise, I think, to buy an extended warranty for the new technology, LCD and PLasma. ...
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| Temperature Sensitive Failure | 4/7/2009 |
Q: I have a Sony Triniton 36F512. While it is approaching 9 years old, it has a great picture...when ...
A: Of course it can be repaired. The question is at what cost. An intermittent condition can often be ...
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| TV/VCR/DVD | 4/7/2009 |
Q: I have a magnavox tv/vcr/dvd unit that i have been having problems with. the door on the vcr part ...
A: In general combo units are very unreliable (all brands) and very hard to work on. Service techs do ...
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| sony kp-43t75 projection | 4/6/2009 |
Q: I have a Sony kp-43t75 projection that turns on displays picture fine but I cannot access the menu ...
A: This is a jungle IC chip problem. Jungle chip is big central IC that controls many things going on ...
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| face distorition | 4/6/2009 |
Q: Faces appear to be fatter, heads sometimes seem like Down's syndrome. This is the SONY Z series. I ...
A: Yes, this is because the set is a 16/9 aspect ration (whereas normal tv is based on 4/3. See: ...
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| Mitsubishi DLP 52628 | 4/6/2009 |
Q: Picture quality changed suddenly. Colors are now mostly green-yellow-blue, and quality and signal ...
A: Have you changed the lamp? http://www.nextag.com/mitsubishi-wd-52628-lamp/shop-html The lamp above ...
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| yamaha htr5860 rec | 4/6/2009 |
Q: can't seem to adjust or get any volume out of the the presence or surround sound-B speaker outs...
A: Not sure I understand the question. What is "surround sound-B" speaker output? Are you referring to ...
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| 42in sony | 4/5/2009 |
Q: Ihave a sony model kdf-e 42a10 Everything works but last night the tv would not turn off. The red ...
A: Did you unplug the power cord to see if would reset? Try that. You may have to leave it unplugged ...
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| horizontal lines on top of screen | 4/5/2009 |
Q: I have an OLD but lovely 32" toshiba (cf3272b)and now am having some lines (about 3 inches of tiny ...
A: On the "side" or at the top of the screen? I think top. This would most likely be the vertical ...
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| hitachi model#55ux58ba | 4/5/2009 |
Q: every so often it turn off and i would turn it back on untill one night it tunded off and would not ...
A: Probably a main power supply problem. You can try a hard reset to determine if it is ...
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| black lines on top and bottom | 4/5/2009 |
Q: my tv is PANASONIC tc29PS78W CAN U TELL ME HOW TO FIX THIS PROBLEM ..... i guess thr is something ...
A: This is the vertical deflection amplifier going bad. It will eventually collapse to a single ...
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| samsung 42" plasma no picture, no menu | 4/4/2009 |
Q: we have a few months old samsung that worked fine last night, but tonight had sound but no picture ...
A: Hope the reset helps. It may. But, if not you will need to get it into the warranty center. Check ...
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| Connecting 2nd speakers question | 4/4/2009 |
Q: I have a JVC RX6500v receiver and have a home that has speakers wired to the family room and the ...
A: This is a surround sound receiver with 5 amplifiers built in to it. You seem to be using it in the ...
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| tape stuck in Aiwa hv-mx1 | 4/3/2009 |
Q: how to get the tape out since the vcr power cut off every 4-5 seconds when I turn it on
A: Here are the most common reasons for the tape getting stuck inside the player: ONE: Foreign object ...
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| powers on then as pic comes on shuts off | 4/3/2009 |
Q: I have a panasonic pt56wxf95 projection tv. I was in service man mode attempting to get the bow out ...
A: My guess is the convergence circuit has failed - not related to your making the adjustments. The ...
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| hd 56fn97 jvc | 4/3/2009 |
Q: tengo una hd 56fn97 jvc y derrepente se puso como azul los personajes se ve de color azul media cara ...
A: English: I have a jvc hd 56fn97 and suddenly became blue as the characters is half blue face or ...
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| Panasonic portable dvd player | 4/2/2009 |
Q: So my kids were watching a movie on our dvd player and the next time we turned it on we could see ...
A: Can you give me the model number? Does it have built in speakers? Or are you playing through the ...
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| Magnavox Stereo 500 | 4/2/2009 |
Q: Like the other fellow who inquired about a Magnavox Stero 500, I have a couple of problems on a ...
A: Sam's is probably the only source. You could google around and see what you could find. Have you ...
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| TV | 4/2/2009 |
Q: I have a Sony vega TV approximately purchased in 2004 model number KF-60WE610 and when we turn the ...
A: Yes, it needs a new lamp. It uses is the Sony XL-2100U Projector Lamp. You can google for it; ...
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| RCA power problem?? | 4/1/2009 |
Q: I have a 2006 RCA rear projection t.v. model #HD52W59 The unit picture fades out after a few min. If ...
A: Probably failure of the high voltage. Does the raster remain or when the picture fades does the ...
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| sony tv kdf-55e2000 | 4/1/2009 |
Q: my TV went out on me about a week ago when i turn it on the light turns red and flashes 3 times i ...
A: This is an over-protection condition according to Sony's diagnostic coding system. It is nearly ...
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| tv turn off | 3/31/2009 |
Q: i have a mitsubishi HD1030 recently i went to turn it on and it shut right off, if you try again ...
A: It is a protection mode shut down. It is almost always caused by a power supply going bad. Repair ...
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| Magnovox T.V Model HD 2715 C203 | 3/31/2009 |
Q: my TV won't change channels and it just keeps play a black screen with yellow letter. :This is why ...
A: It is in the demo mode. A very common problem with certain Magnavox. If you can't find it in your ...
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| Hookup VCR to cable box | 3/31/2009 |
Q: I just moved to Verizon Fios for my TVs from cable and am having a problem hooking up my VCRs. On ...
A: You can go to many places on the Internet to see generic hookup diagrams. Such as: ...
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| Toshiba TP50F60 convergence | 3/31/2009 |
Q: Thoshiba TP50F50 (12 years old) . Change both ICPs in the convergence and 3 related electrolitic ...
A: If I understand properly your symptoms it appears the vertical deflection amplifier is in trouble. ...
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| RCA Guide Feature | 3/30/2009 |
Q: I have a 52" RCA TV that has the Guide feature to provide information on what a particular station ...
A: The guide information comes down during the vertical interval of the horizontal sweep in the analog ...
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| Hitachi 51S500 TV color problem | 3/30/2009 |
Q: I have a Hitachi 51S500 Projection Color TV. We haven't made any adjustments to the set but the ...
A: It could be loss of one of the projection tubes or the video board or a number of other causes. ...
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| tv does not stay on | 3/30/2009 |
Q: i have a 1991 40in rear projection TV pioneer model SD-p4051 recently i went to turn it on and it ...
A: Yes, you are probably right. But, in any event, a model of this age is probably not worthy of a ...
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| Sony CM42W5 won't power on. | 3/30/2009 |
Q: I have had this TV only a few months. Rear projection Sony CM42W5. the other day, powered on the ...
A: It didn't look like a Sony number! It is most assuredly (I give it 80%) a power supply gone bad. ...
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| Sony Trinitron 2000 model # KV-36FS10 | 3/29/2009 |
Q: Our tv was working great,then moved from one tv stand to the next and now it won't get ANY ...
A: Move it back to the original stand! Seriously, did you try moving the set around? Sometimes a ...
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| Mits. CS-2724r aka vm2-a chassis | 3/29/2009 |
Q: Does anyone know where I can download a free copy of the schmatic? I have a psu issue that I would ...
A: Try: http://www.eserviceinfo.com/forum_search_wrap.php?searchtext=mitsubishi or ...
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| Sony CM42W5 won't power on. | 3/29/2009 |
Q: I have had this TV only a few months. Rear projection Sony CM42W5. the other day, powered on the ...
A: The number of flashes is important. This is a diagnostic code that Sony builds into their sets. If ...
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| color problem | 3/29/2009 |
Q: I have a Panasonic LCD projection TV pt-52LCx65.Certain whites and bright colors such as flames or ...
A: Probably related. Did you install the new lamp exactly as outlined in the manual? It must be seated ...
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| Toshiba MB20F12 tv/DVD Combo | 3/28/2009 |
Q: When I plug the power cord into the wall outlet, the 6.3 amp fuse blows.
A: Power supply problem. Probably the main rectifier bridge is shorted down putting full load on the ...
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| T.V. repair | 3/28/2009 |
Q: My Zenith combo model# TVBR2522Z just shut off. When I turn it back on, it only buzzes. There is an ...
A: No, I don't think dust is the cause. However, good ventilation is important. If the dust is deep ...
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| I have this same problem | 3/28/2009 |
Q: Expert: Allan Wainwright - 3/23/2005 QuestionFollowup To Question - VS-60607 Built in year 2000, ...
A: It could be the input board that is causing the problem; if so, the board is very expensive and it ...
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| TV interference | 3/28/2009 |
Q: I tried to add a line to my TV from my PC, I now have wavy lined on my TV even after unplugging the ...
A: I would need the make and model of the tv and the pc and the tv driver board in the pc in order to ...
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| Sony Trinitron - Mod. KV32TW75 | 3/27/2009 |
Q: Had a power surge the other day, now I have no sound coming through the television. Have to connect ...
A: First, go into the menu and make sure the audio is set properly. Go to SAP and and mono and stereo ...
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| TV won't stay on | 3/27/2009 |
Q: We have a Mitsubishi HD 1080 series and yesterday when we try to turn our TV on whether by remote ...
A: Do you have the model number? That would help to identify the more specific problem. But, it is a ...
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| Tv repair | 3/27/2009 |
Q: I have a jvc i art pro 56 inch projection tv-- had two problems was ghosting images and outlining ...
A: The convergence circuitry has gone bad and needs attention. The repair costs about $400. It can be ...
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| TV losing signal after standy mode | 3/27/2009 |
Q: I just bought a Vistron 37" HD Ready LCD TV (http://www.ebuyer.com/product/140426). The TV does not ...
A: I am not familiar with this maker at all and I have not technical information on it so my comments ...
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| toshiba 50h81 | 3/26/2009 |
Q: i just started getting a very blurry distorted picture. But if i go to a hd channel it works fine. ...
A: If a hard reset does not cure this then it will need some tech investigation and voltage readings ...
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| Toshiba Theatre View HD | 3/26/2009 |
Q: I have a Toshiba Theatre View HD widescreen HD that is not working correctly. It is like there are ...
A: This is a failure of the convergence circuit. Very common among Japanese made television receivers. ...
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| Sony TV won't stay on | 3/26/2009 |
Q: I have a 46" Sony TV (don't make make and model handy) that won't stay on. I hit the power button ...
A: Six flashes or blinks is associated with trouble in the high voltage power supply or horizontal ...
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| tv keeps turning off | 3/26/2009 |
Q: I have a magnavox-MWC20T6. When a vhs tape is inserted it starts to play and then automatically ...
A: Magnavox tv and combos are not very reliable in my opinion. In fact, combo players are the most ...
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| flippy | 3/25/2009 |
Q: why does my TV wiggle an now it starting to have a double image at times its a rear proj tv
A: RPTV are famous for failure of the convergence circuit. The double image is always a sign of this ...
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| Expand - Lost Remote | 3/25/2009 |
Q: I can not find the remote on my TV and it is on Expand (Mitsubishi 1080) I have tried going through ...
A: You must have the remote. Check the owners manual, but it in most sets the format feature is only ...
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| Broken JCV HX-GX7 | 3/25/2009 |
Q: I bought a JVC HX-GX7 less than 4 years ago. It has been a fine machine until recently. I have not ...
A: Have you studied the owners manual? It says: TOLL FREE: 1 (800) 537-5722 http://www.jvc.com For ...
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| Zenith TV Power Supply | 3/25/2009 |
Q: I need a replacement for the external-- Part SAD6012SE 12v 5amp
A: You can find it from a few places. It is from Seronics. ...
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| insignia flat screen tv | 3/24/2009 |
Q: A tv we just got will not stay on. We can turn it on, then automatically shuts back off. How can ...
A: It is going into protection mode due to over power inside the set being caused by some malfunction. ...
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| RCA 52" D52W23 | 3/24/2009 |
Q: ..I have an RCA tv as described above, and don't have cable (stupid economy has me cutting back). I ...
A: This set is a "monitor" display and does not have a built in tuner. To receive over the air ...
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| Sony TV KV32XBR200 dead | 3/23/2009 |
Q: Got the above TV used a year ago and gave it to in-laws. On Friday father-in-law hit the power ...
A: Do you have a vom? Do you know how to take voltage measurements? If so, remove the back and use the ...
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| Mitsubishi TV Model no. WD52631 | 3/23/2009 |
Q: I have a WD52631 rear projection TV that is less than 2 years old. For the last 6 months I continue ...
A: It could be a defective temperature sensor inside the set that is giving a false indication. YOu ...
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| picture turns on and off | 3/23/2009 |
Q: I have a 52" RCA projection (model# M50WH92S). The picture is fine when you turn the power on then ...
A: You should contact with RCA service on this one. Since this is a DLP technology used in the set I ...
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| Sony KV-34HS420 digital input | 3/22/2009 |
Q: I have a Sony KV-32HS420 (4:3) that works perfectly fine. I just bought a used KV-34HS420 (16:9) ...
A: Yes, there is a way the set can be messed up as badly as you report. It could be done if one went ...
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| Sony KV-34HS420 digital input | 3/22/2009 |
Q: I have a Sony KV-32HS420 (4:3) that works perfectly fine. I just bought a used KV-34HS420 (16:9) ...
A: Did you go into the menu screens and check all the settings? If the camera input is working fine it ...
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| sony digital video/audio control centre | 3/22/2009 |
Q: this item has 6speakers and 2 subs i brought it second hand i have no manual 4 it and cant find 1 on ...
A: You didn't give me the model number! You can find all sony owners manuals on sony.com if you dig ...
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| Mitsubishi Medallion Issue | 3/22/2009 |
Q: My Mitsubishi Medallion is stuck in device mode, and the remote does not work. The diagnostics is ...
A: Is it still under warranty? They will come to your home and fix it. If not under warranty then it ...
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| time warner cable problem. | 3/21/2009 |
Q: i've had my cable for about 2 weeks and its been saying no signal for a week i've tried unplugging ...
A: If the cable is working fine in other parts of the house it is likely not a problem with the cable ...
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| rca 50 inch dlp | 3/21/2009 |
Q: wife turned on tv it made a load pop,we now have sound and clicking
A: Sounds ominous and expensive. Unfortunately RCA does not have a very good reputation for ...
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| Sony XBR KV-36XBR450 yellow and blue | 3/21/2009 |
Q: I purchased this tv in 2002 and recently it started to lose the right color. It was intermittent to ...
A: You can try going into the service mode and see if you can bring the colors back to balance. The ...
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| tv rear projection | 3/21/2009 |
Q: My samsung rear projection hcn529w has perfect focus feature that has a mind of its own. While the ...
A: Do a hard reset. Unplug the power cord for a full 4 hours. Then power it up again and go through ...
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| Philips LCD Died | 3/20/2009 |
Q: My Model 47PFL7422D-37 LCD TV died without warning. Had slight crackling noise then nothing. I ...
A: Call the Philips tech line and see if this model has a bulletin on it. Sometimes they will extend ...
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| Red vertical stripe on Toshiba TV | 3/20/2009 |
Q: Today I discovered a red tinge stripe going vertical on the right side of our TOSHIBA Model CX36H60 ...
A: Looks like magnetization of the screen. It will clear itself over time if you move the magnetic ...
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| ganging uhf | 3/20/2009 |
Q: i am way out in the boonies, and have a 4 bay radio shack uhf antenna in a tree next to my house, ...
A: No, the two antennas should be combined via a splitter. You can buy them at the dollar store or ...
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| "hum" in flat screen Samsung TV | 3/20/2009 |
Q: Samsung flat screen about 6-7 years old hooked to cable. All of a sudden the audio began to ...
A: With an older set it is almost always the power supply losing an electrolytic capacitor. It can be ...
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| Sony Videoscope - KP-53V15 | 3/19/2009 |
Q: I have a Sony Videoscope KP-53V15 Manf. Date July 1993. The TV will not change off of channel 60 It ...
A: This is a vintage set. Very old and no longer supported by Sony. The channel selector buttons are ...
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| TV/VCR Troubleshooting | 3/19/2009 |
Q: I have a JVC DVD/VCR combo hooked up to a Sony TV, and every hour on the hour the DVD/VCR player ...
A: It is not the tv. It is the JVC unit that is set for some function on the hour. Go through the ...
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| Toshiba-51HX93 Rear Projection TV | 3/19/2009 |
Q: My Toshiba-51HX93 won't turn on. I've never had any trouble with this TV until one night I left it ...
A: No simple solution. It is not caused by an open fuse (but if may have caused an fuse to blow). ...
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| Sony Wide screen model KP-51SW510 | 3/19/2009 |
Q: My TV will not turn on it clicks but no picture and the red light blinks 6 times then over and over ...
A: The Sony diagnostic blinking code for 6 blink pattern is related to the horizontal deflection ...
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| Sharp TV sound | 3/18/2009 |
Q: I JUST bought my Sharp TV model # LC-32SB23U and after 2 days while watching the sound suddenly ...
A: Here are my suggestions: First, determine if the set is really defective or if it has been setup ...
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| yellow hue on old tv picture | 3/18/2009 |
Q: My TV has recently started to get a yellow hue on the picture - if I bang the sides it sometimes ...
A: This is what we call an "intermittent condition" and is caused when a connection inside the set goes ...
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| Toshiba 42HDX82 | 3/18/2009 |
Q: Our tv just started showing color separation at the bottom of the screen. Do you know what causes ...
A: The most likely cause (let me give it a 90% probability, based on your description of the symptoms) ...
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| Toshiba 42HP86 inputs | 3/18/2009 |
Q: All of the inputs stopped working on my tv. They are not locked. It's a Toshiba 42HP86. It's past ...
A: You did not, then, I assume, purchase the extended warranty. Sorry about that; Plasma repairs are ...
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| Sylvania TV | 3/17/2009 |
Q: My TV seems to have a mind of it's own, the picture is viewable but it is pink with horizontal lines ...
A: It is what we call an intermittent condition; caused by a bad connection or cold solder joint ...
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| Seeking controller for Magnavox Smart Series | 3/17/2009 |
Q: Where may I purchase a controller for an old (purchased @ 2002) Magnavox Smart Series tv, model ...
A: What do you mean by controller? Remote Control? Why don't your try the remote found at either ...
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| rear projection color | 3/17/2009 |
Q: I have a Sony 57" rear projection TV about 5-6 years old. the colors wont align. They all sit on ...
A: You have a sick convergence circuit. The repair involves replacing two Integrated Circuits called ...
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| Mitsubishi Color Problem | 3/17/2009 |
Q: I have a Mitsibushi rear projection TV (WT42311). Just today, we started getting blue and yellow ...
A: Looks like convergence circuits going bad. Cost of repair is always around $300 to $400. It is ...
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| Mitsubishi Plasma TV | 3/16/2009 |
Q: I have a vertical line that runs half way down the screen. The TV is about 6 years old (first ...
A: Without seeing the line and where it is and how wide it is I can only guess in making a diagnosis. ...
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| multiple vcr | 3/16/2009 |
Q: can I hook 3 vcr to one tv and tape 3 different shows at the same time? If so how?
A: No. Not recording off the tv. You need three tvs or 3 separate tuners. BUT: If you have 3 vcrs ...
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| tv picture | 3/16/2009 |
Q: my tv is jvc 19" hd ready but there is a problem it works perfectly with pc but with freeview some ...
A: Dropping on the floor can be the cause of it losing picture. Are you feeding into the a/v inputs ...
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| Highvoltage focusblock | 3/15/2009 |
Q: My 1994 zenith tv is in need of a highvoltage block.Where can I purchase one.
A: You can try www.partstore.com and similar sites. Have you googled around? There are many online ...
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| hitachi tv problem | 3/15/2009 |
Q: my 51 inch projection tv has a bluish tint and is dark on all channels, i have adjusted the video ...
A: You may have a convergence circuit going bad - which if so will cost you around $400 or so. But, ...
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| tv repair | 3/15/2009 |
Q: WHEN I TURN MY TV ON THE GREEN LIGHT COME ON,BUT NO PICTURE COME ON
A: Give me a make and model number so we know what kind of set you have. No picture with sound is ...
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| Dark picture on Panasonic PT-56CZ70-K | 3/14/2009 |
Q: We have a 2007 56 inch Panasonic and the picture is getting dark, we've adjusted the brightness to ...
A: This is a rear projection lcd and has a lamp that may be going dim. Have you changed it? Perhaps it ...
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| lcd tv problem | 3/14/2009 |
Q: We have a Polaroid lcd tv and the darker colors in the picture are green. Can this be fixed?
A: Is it an LCD projection model? If so it can be fixed at great expense. The light engine needs to ...
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| DVD Recorder not reading disks | 3/14/2009 |
Q: I saw your response to someone earlier and you said to him to let you know if what you suggested ...
A: Without the model number I cannot give you a better guesstimate of remedy. However, if the optical ...
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| DVD Recorder not reading disks | 3/14/2009 |
Q: I saw your response to someone earlier and you said to him to let you know if what you suggested ...
A: My vote goes for a bad or weak laser diode inside the optical pickup assembly. WHy? When you put ...
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| sony trinitron 36 inch | 3/13/2009 |
Q: This is a question for my personal TV Sony Trinitron 36 I had a braker flip and the TV when you turn ...
A: Yes, Sony has wisely built into most of their upper television sets a diagnostic code to help ...
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| toshiba rear projection tv | 3/13/2009 |
Q: I have an older, but excellent condition rear projection tv, toshiba theatreview. when its on, there ...
A: They screen can set up a vibration or buzzing if it is loose or not fastened tightly all around the ...
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| Sanyo Model #DS31520 32" TV | 3/12/2009 |
Q: I was given this set. For the first 2 months the cc feature worked just fine. Then for some unknown ...
A: You must have the remote. If you are near a 99cent store (west coast) or Dollar Tree either of ...
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| Panasonic TX-32LXD85 Headphones Connection | 3/12/2009 |
Q: I'm not sure if I've come to the right area, it's regarding my new Panasonic LCD TV (tx32lxd85) and ...
A: Can you switch over to the AV3? That would solve the problem would it not? Of course if the Sky Box ...
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| toshiba rear projection tv | 3/12/2009 |
Q: I have an older, but excellent condition rear projection tv, toshiba theatreview. when its on, there ...
A: There are several possible causes of the buzzing sound. Most common by far is the power ...
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| Panasonic TV not working | 3/11/2009 |
Q: I have a Panasonic TV MODEL PT-61LCX65, the other day after 3 years I turned it on and it wouldnt, ...
A: Have you checked the owners manual on this? There is a very detailed instruction on how to ...
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| RCA 35" Picture but no sound | 3/11/2009 |
Q: We were watching our TV RCA Model f35751mb and without any notice the sound went away. The local ...
A: Yes, you can have picture without sound. What if the speaker(s) went dead, for example? You say ...
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| tv | 3/11/2009 |
Q: ive got a sumsung txk2766 and i have sound but no picture what could be wrong
A: 1. The display board is dead. 2. The power supply feeding the video and display section is dead. ...
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| rca 52" 2004model tv | 3/11/2009 |
Q: When we turn on the t.v. the power button flashs 3 times and makes a buzz noise then thats it will ...
A: But is the sound still working? If the set is totally dead; no picture, no sound it is a protection ...
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| Sony kp 57ws500 | 3/10/2009 |
Q: I have this RPTV for about 6 years, just changed the 2 IR but the problem persists with the bent out ...
A: My reply comments remain the same; if you replaced the STKs with those really cheap $6 ones from ...
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| Alpine Car Stereo | 3/10/2009 |
Q: I have a Alpine CDA-9885. I take the face plate out of my car every night because car break ins are ...
A: Sounds like some of the contacts between the faceplate and the head unit got damaged or are not ...
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| JSI home theater system not working | 3/10/2009 |
Q: JS5010) a while back. It used to play my DVDs fairly well until lately when I put in a DVD and all I ...
A: The clicking sound is the key matter. This is generally a failure of the power supply that feeds ...
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| fisher ca-57 amplifier | 3/10/2009 |
Q: Someone had given me the amplifier listed above. It worked fine for the first few days then all of ...
A: This is a vintage integrated amplifier. Vintage means it is old. It is likely the output ...
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| SONY STR-D790 | 3/9/2009 |
Q: What can I do to remove the displayed message: DRLC MAIN. I have tried to power off unit for 24 ...
A: Does it go off when you pull the power plug out? Do you hear a relay click? Take a look in the ...
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| ZENITH 60INCH TV | 3/9/2009 |
Q: MY 60INCH ZENITH TV IS SHOWING A BLUISH TENT ON ALL THE SIDES HOW CAN I FIX IT
A: Without seeing the screen it is hard to know for sure. First guess is the convergence is failing. ...
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| Phillips 52" Plasma TV | 3/9/2009 |
Q: Our Phillips Plasma TV is about 3-5 years old and it keeps randomly blacking out all but a small ...
A: It is always fixable - but at what cost. It could be more expensive than to buy a new model, for ...
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| tv dim | 3/9/2009 |
Q: MY TV IS DOING THIS THE PIC ON THE SCREEN IS FINE WHEN YOU TURN IT ON BUT AFTER 20 30 MINS LATER IT ...
A: Model number? How old is the set? RCA are not known for their reliability or long lasting designs ...
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| Pioneer VSX-D711 TV/SAT Input Selector | 3/8/2009 |
Q: I just hooked up this receiver an a different room. A DVD Player is connected through coaxial cable ...
A: The digital inputs are assignable and you must go into the on-screen-menu to set them properly. ...
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| Phillips cathode ray TV | 3/8/2009 |
Q: We have a Phillips cathode ray tube TV. It won't come on. When you press the button a flshing red ...
A: It is most often a power supply gone out. Or, the set has gone into protection mode from a bad ...
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| Samsung 56" DLP no AV inputs work | 3/8/2009 |
Q: My HL-R5667W developed a problem with all the av inputs none of them work any more. Tried unplugging ...
A: This is a power supply or voltage regulator problem I am thinking. If the board that contains the ...
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| Amplifier problems | 3/8/2009 |
Q: I'm having problems with two amplifiers, one is a Rotel RA-714, the other is a Technics SU-Z400. ...
A: In both cases it will require some testing with a voltmeter or signal generator and oscilloscope in ...
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| ceiling installed speaker system | 3/7/2009 |
Q: I just purchased a home with an in ceiling speacker system there are about twenty speackers through ...
A: I need more information before an intelligent answer can be composed. Please describe the speaker ...
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| TV | 3/7/2009 |
Q: makes popping sound when switch from regular TV to HD and the other way as well. Popping sound and ...
A: Tell me about the system: Make and model number of the tv. Are you connected to and external ...
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| SONY MHC-GX250 | 3/6/2009 |
Q: I have a Sony stereo that often dies on me whenever I leave it on to play. It randomly shuts down on ...
A: Here are some possible causes: ONE: Shorted or dead speaker. (Disconnect all speakers temporarily ...
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| Sony kp 57ws500 | 3/6/2009 |
Q: I have this RPTV for about 6 years, just changed the 2 IR but the problem persists with the bent out ...
A: This is a convergence circuit gone bad. The cost of repair by a qualified tech will be about $350 ...
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| BIG SCRENN TV | 3/5/2009 |
Q: MY TV HAS A GOOD PICTURE BUT IT BOUNCES.
A: I need the make and model number to give you precise information. You can find the model number on ...
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| my theater system wont work | 3/5/2009 |
Q: a while ago i turned on my sterio and as soon as i turned it on it said power off and dont know why ...
A: Can you give me the make and model number? That way I can give you a reply specific to your system. ...
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| Sony Wega kdf-55e2000 | 2/23/2009 |
Q: I have searched everywhere I want to program the close caption on my TV & I think the problem is I ...
A: Yes, you must have a proper remote control. ...
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| color problem | 2/23/2009 |
Q: I don't have any red color in my panasonic 1080i. The yellow color is bright. I have tried to change ...
A: Can you give me a model number? If the set is still under warranty you should contact Panasonic ...
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| childblock | 2/22/2009 |
Q: is there a code that i can put in that will take the child block off. some one gave me the tv. it's ...
A: You must know the parental code that was used by the previous owner for blocking out programs. Can ...
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| AKB problems | 2/22/2009 |
Q: I own a Sony TV model KP-61XBR200 the TIMER/Stand By light flashes 5 times and the image turns of ...
A: First, this set is 10 years old, or more. It is no longer supported by Sony, probably. The general ...
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| tv | 2/21/2009 |
Q: I have a Jenson tv and the dealer loaded soft ware that turned my screen all didderent colors, like ...
A: I doubt that. If it is a marine tv then it does have some weird settings, but I don't believe the ...
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| Toshiba LCD TV 47LZ196 | 2/21/2009 |
Q: After I erased the channels from memory, and did a research for channels. The process reached 83% ...
A: May I suspect that you have not setup the search feature correctly? ...
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| tv | 2/20/2009 |
Q: I have a Jenson tv and the dealer loaded soft ware that turned my screen all didderent colors, like ...
A: I have never hear of such a thing. Maybe what happened is the screen has been magnetized. That ...
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| Red Gun | 2/20/2009 |
Q: I have been scanning your site for over an hour and can't find a problem like mine. I have a ...
A: The convergence circuit has gone bad. The repair is always around $400 unfortunately. There is not ...
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| no picture no sound | 2/19/2009 |
Q: i have a sony grand wega 60" LCD projection tv, it is 3 years old. when i turn it on it plays then ...
A: Are you using a surge protector system? If so, take it out of the power line and go direct to the ...
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| Sony tv not working | 2/19/2009 |
Q: I have a 4 year old Sony Wega trinitron, modle # kv-32fs120, that will not turn on. The ...
A: http://www.ecoustics.com/tl/15444/ The above is a good outline of the blinking codes used by ...
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| Toshiba 43H71 Repair | 2/18/2009 |
Q: How do you remove the two white jumpers connecting the Power Deflection board and the Signal ...
A: I am not specifically familiar with this model, but on some models the jumper must be mutilated to ...
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| Sony TV no color on tuner and other inputs | 2/18/2009 |
Q: I have a Sony KV32TS36 tv. It recently went dead so I replace the Q601, Q602, Q591 and the .1 ohm ...
A: I don't know this set at all. However, this is indicative of troubles in the jungle chip. It is a ...
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| DVD disc hum | 2/17/2009 |
Q: We have a Pioneer DVR 220 S DVD recorder running with a Sony Wega TV, model KV 36FS12. A few of ...
A: The disc is fine. The hum is not coming from the disc. The problem is in the dvd player. Probably ...
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| Sony KP51WS500 | 2/17/2009 |
Q: we have a Sony 51-inch Model#KP51WS500. We purchased it in 2001/2002. A couple of months ago the ...
A: Seems to me it is related to the video driver boards. The video signal is parsed to the 3 colors ...
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| 50"Samsung Projection HDTV | 2/16/2009 |
Q: I have a 50" Samsung Projection HDTV Model #S5086W. A couple of weeks ago a single white spot showed ...
A: I would first check the lamp and replace it if you think that might be the problem - which it could ...
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| tv converter box installation multi devices help needed | 2/15/2009 |
Q: How do I hook up analog tv with antenna to converter box and multiple entertainment devices. I want ...
A: You can google around and find many hookup diagrams from various manufacturers. Crutchfield has ...
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| 40 in. sony lcd | 2/15/2009 |
Q: my sony LCD has vertical colored lines all the way down the screen along with black horizontal ...
A: It could be a display gone bad; or it could be the driver circuits that are failing. The driver ...
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| Mitsubishi DLP won't power up. | 2/14/2009 |
Q: DLP WD-62525. Won't power up AT ALL. On a surge protector so I don't think it was an electrical ...
A: First, I don't like surge protectors; take it out and go directly to the house power and see if that ...
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| How to adjust color and tint | 2/14/2009 |
Q: I have one of the first Mitsubishi Video scan system front projection TV. The TV still works great ...
A: Go to the Mitsubishi home page and download the manual -- you must have the model number. If the ...
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| dvd cable input | 2/13/2009 |
Q: I am ready to purchase a Samsung plasma TV and I want to use my existing VCR/DVD combo player with ...
A: Depends on the combo player. Let me suggest you take the digital signal directly to the new ...
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| Cd Player | 2/13/2009 |
Q: I have a 1996 Toyota Camry with a factory installed cd player. When I am playing a cd, it will just ...
A: No, it is not the security system. It is the laser tracking system. And the ERR are tracking errors ...
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| toshiba 36 inch no power | 2/12/2009 |
Q: I have a 36 inch toshiba 36A42 that I purchased in 2002 & a few weeks ago wouldn't turn on, only the ...
A: Hard to say without some testing inside. But, most likely the main power supply is the culprit. ...
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| temporary loss of brightness on tv screen | 2/12/2009 |
Q: I have an older Toshiba Tv Model 32C50. I have been extremely happy with the unit and would like to ...
A: Sounds like an intermittent connection inside somewhere. Have you given it a few whacks and smacks ...
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| panasonic pt-53wx53 | 2/11/2009 |
Q: How can I reset the parental control code? I set it months ago and I have forgotten it. The manual ...
A: You are right. The manual says (on page 23): -------- Notes: � If you do not remember your code, ...
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| Toshiba TV CF3062A Volume Problem | 2/11/2009 |
Q: This TV was bought in 1993 and has worked fine until now. I have volume all the way up and barely ...
A: Are you getting sound when playing a dvd? If so the tv is working properly. If not, then the audio ...
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| RCA rear projection tv | 2/10/2009 |
Q: I have a Rca rear projection tv that I have had for three years now, and despite the bad things I ...
A: Unless you have soldering iron and experience in mending the cable and connections you better get a ...
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| Sony TV Model # KP-51WS500 | 2/9/2009 |
Q: I recently lost some color in my Sony KP-51WS500 and have blue and green outlines,could it be that ...
A: With what you described I would say it is a convergence circuit going bad. The repair involves ...
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| Sony KV model-Trinitron Vega | 2/8/2009 |
Q: All of a sudden tonight there was a pop and the TV died. I tried turning it on and off and when on, ...
A: How many blinks of the light on the front panel? The number of blinks has a diagnostic code ...
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| Hitachi Projection TV 50FX48B | 2/8/2009 |
Q: I'm trying to connect my Toshiba DVD Recorder (D-VR7KC)so that I can record from my Hitachi TV ...
A: You must switch over to the video input 1. Your remote will have a button for input switching. It ...
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| no sound from turntable | 2/7/2009 |
Q: my technics SL BD22 turntables works fine but, there is no sound whatsoever coming from the ...
A: First, check the amplifier. You can do this by pulling the TT cables and connect a portable cd ...
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| Headphone jack from TV | 2/7/2009 |
Q: Recently purchased a Toshiba DVD/HDTV combo. One of the attractions was a headphone jack for my Bose ...
A: You need to check the specifications on your combo model; you can download the owners manual, if you ...
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| picture but no sound on tbs | 2/6/2009 |
Q: I have a Toshiba Regza 42 inch flat panel tv that is 1 yr old. I subscribe to cable tv. Over the ...
A: Do a hard reset on the defective tv; unplug the power cord for at least 2 hours, then when you power ...
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| zenith system 3 | 2/6/2009 |
Q: i have recently acquired 1988 zenith system 3 ,i cant figure out how to auto program the ...
A: Manufacturers do not support models over about 6 to 8 years of age. This set is around 20 years ...
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| Rear Projection LCDTV | 2/5/2009 |
Q: Our TV screen has an odd blue color on the right bottom corner of the screen, it's getting bigger ...
A: Have you checked the lamp? I think it needs a new lamp. Please read through the owners manual on ...
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| Mitsubishi | 2/5/2009 |
Q: I bought a 55" Mitsubishi TV in 2001. It says 1080i on the front. However it seems to be a 960 or ...
A: I need to know the model number so I can pull the specifications for it. But, it should be 1080i ...
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| Symphonic TV/VCR | 2/4/2009 |
Q: Every time the TV is turned on after about 3 seconds it turns off automatically.
A: It has gone into "protection" mode. This is caused by a failure of the power supply. Repair is ...
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| Samsung PK01 Buzzing Sound | 2/4/2009 |
Q: I just bought this TV about 4 months ago. It's a rear projection TV and when I play a DVD, it ...
A: I need to know more to give an opinion. ONE: When the dvd is playing do you hear buzzing sound all ...
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| Mitsubishi TV Problem | 1/21/2009 |
Q: I have a Mitsubishi CS-35607 35" tube TV. It has been working perfectly until today. No picture, ...
A: Well, at 13 years of age it is well over the point where it would be a good investment to repair. ...
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| sony trinitron | 1/21/2009 |
Q: Greetings, I have a 15 year old 27inch Sony Trinitron. In the last 4-6 months it has taken about ...
A: No. It is way too old for putting any money into it. A set of this size is not a good candidate ...
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| 32 | 1/20/2009 |
Q: I got my TV in 1-03-2009. It works great. When watching DVDs, the Sound is very clear coming from ...
A: You need to talk with your cable company. Based on your description of the symptoms the noise is ...
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| Zenith P42W46X picture flickering | 1/20/2009 |
Q: I replaced the Y-sustain board, main board, and paid repair guy to come to trouble shot. He said he ...
A: Don't know what a formatter is either. I have never heard that word used in conjunction with tv ...
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| digital array | 1/19/2009 |
Q: My TV model: 50DX10B V1J010540. OCTOBER 2001, HP11. We see double image on the left side, until ...
A: Based on your description of the symptoms it seems to be a convergence circuit failure. This is a ...
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| RCA tv model: D52W23 | 1/19/2009 |
Q: The subtitles on my TV stay on even when the settings are switched off, how do i turn them off for ...
A: Are you referring to the closed caption text? If so, turn off the closed caption function. Some ...
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| beta sanyo vcr model 3900 ll | 1/18/2009 |
Q: I have two of these units one almost new and one I picked up at a sale,I was hoping to repair the ...
A: Are you talking about the video rotary head or the audio head? I don't understand the "head ...
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| sony | 1/17/2009 |
Q: I have Sony 60 in which turns on have a picture and then shuts itself off, I have unplugged it from ...
A: You must unplug the power cord of the tv for a full 3 or 4 hours to reset the internal memory ...
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| Toshiba video | 1/17/2009 |
Q: I have a Toshiba 42" projection TV. When I turn it on, over the course of a few minutes it gets " ...
A: Probably needs to be replaced. This is an old part and an equivalent part is B0385677 for which you ...
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| Toshiba 50H82 feb.2003 | 1/16/2009 |
Q: Tv has horizontal wavy lines, a vertical flashing single line to the right and splotchy flashing ...
A: Can't tell from the description of the symptoms. My guess is it may be either the convergence ...
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| 32" LCD VIZIO | 1/16/2009 |
Q: I got my TV in 1-03-2009. It works great. When watching DVDs, the Sound is very clear coming from ...
A: Please help me. I must know if the noise is coming from the loudspeakers or from inside the tv. You ...
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| Mitsubishi 55in wide screen | 1/15/2009 |
Q: My Mitsubishi model WS-55511 will not turn on. I have tried the reset button and have unplugged it ...
A: If the reset and unplug/replug procedures do not work then the power supply has failed. The set is ...
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| Samsung DLP (HLR5067W) | 1/15/2009 |
Q: My Samsung DLP suddenly started experiencing problems with almost all of it's input sources. With ...
A: It is hard to tell. However, it is not uncommon for a reset being necessary from time to time. ...
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| converter box question | 1/14/2009 |
Q: All stations out of Chicago come through our digital converter box just fine, except channel 7, ...
A: You may need a stronger signal from the antenna into the converter box. Please refer to the FCC ...
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| Magnavox TV | 1/14/2009 |
Q: I have a Magnavox TV Model #TS2773 C104 , Serial # 51941909, Mfg. Oct.1995. It has been used on ATT ...
A: Seems you have it in SAP mode. Go into the menu and change the audio (not the language) from SAP ...
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| 8mm tapes | 1/13/2009 |
Q: I have old 8mm tapes that i made from a video camera around 10 years old. I would like to convert ...
A: You must have a transport of some kind to play the tapes in order to retrieve the information on the ...
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| Transistors for KLH radios | 1/12/2009 |
Q: Where can I find replacement transistors for a KLH21-II radio? The KLH parts list only has KLH part ...
A: Wow, an old antique radio. I remember it well. Documentation is probably hard to find with such an ...
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| plasma tv | 1/12/2009 |
Q: I have rectangles that appear on the picture at times. The spots vary in colors. what is happening ...
A: Without seeing them I cannot give a confident analysis, but let me do some guessing. The digital ...
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| Tape ejecting | 1/11/2009 |
Q: When I program my VCR to record a program on a future date and time the tape ejects itself after ...
A: Try fixer.com who has some database of troubles and repairs for VCRs. ...
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| menu servicio | 1/11/2009 |
Q: cual es el procedimiento para entra al menu de servicio de tv Q2735 de advent
A: what is the procedure for entering the service menu tv advent of Q2735? Try this answer at: ...
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| Phillips 60 Inch HDTV | 1/10/2009 |
Q: I got this Tv around 7 years ago and it is a 60' widescreen. The trouble is it was turned off, a ...
A: Seems it has gone into protection mode. Try unplugging the power cord for a longer period of ...
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| toshiba theaterview tp48e60 | 1/10/2009 |
Q: where is the vertical circuit board located if i can get that would be great thx
A: This model is over 10 years old and the documentation is no longer available from Toshiba. I do not ...
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| dell w3000 lcd | 1/9/2009 |
Q: i have a dell w3000 lcd tv, after watching it for a few hours, it get's a line left of the center of ...
A: There is a troubleshooting guide at: ...
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| DVD Player/TV Playing Selectively | 1/9/2009 |
Q: About a year ago I purchased an LG DVD player with upconvert, absolutely no issues when I played ...
A: Component input is pure analog coming off the dvd player and into the analog inputs to the tv; a ...
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| Slight problems with Hitachi Natura TV | 1/8/2009 |
Q: I was given a big Hitachi Natura TV last week. I've connected VCR,DVD and PS2 to it, however ...
A: Send me a digital image of a screen shot so I can see what you are describing. Is sound working ...
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| Plasma tv | 1/8/2009 |
Q: I have a Fujitsu PDS4209U-B plasma tv.Through a test I found out I have a bad power supply. I ...
A: From your descriptions I cannot tell if the problem is really in the power supply or elsewhere. For ...
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| Apex Tv model # AT3208S | 1/7/2009 |
Q: My son locked our tv and we had a little red key in the corner then we couldn't shut the tv off so ...
A: You have two problems, of course. The key indicates the parental lock is in place. You will need ...
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| satelite/stereo receiver | 1/7/2009 |
Q: I have a Yamaha RV 501 stereo receiver, my TV provider is Direct TV Satelite. Last week I bought a ...
A: Yes, you want to have the remote control for the satellite just for changing channels from the ...
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| rca tv color all mixed up afer moving | 1/6/2009 |
Q: I moved the tv from one room to another. It was moved gently. I did lay it screen down on a soft ...
A: I must know the tv model or description. If it is a projection tv you have probably lost the ...
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| PHILIPS PLASMA | 1/5/2009 |
Q: I HAVE A 42 INCH PHILIPS PLASMA, AND EVER SINCE I BOUGHT IT @ 2 YEARS AGO I`VE HAD PROBLEMS WITH IT. ...
A: I would say this is an intermittent condition caused by something such as a cold solder joint, bad ...
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| tv turns off | 1/5/2009 |
Q: When I turn my TV set on, it stay on for about 3-4 seconds and turns back off automatically. It is ...
A: There are a couple or possible causes. ONE: Bad convergence. Repair is about $400. TWO: Bad ...
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| RCA TV | 1/4/2009 |
Q: I am trying to hook up a DVD player to a RCA TV. The TV is in a lock mode that says FPA LOCKED.How ...
A: I think this has to do with the Vchip controls. May I refer you to this site where there are a ...
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| pt51hx40b shuts off | 1/4/2009 |
Q: It shuts off by itself. Sometimes I have to unplug and wait a few minutes before it will come on ...
A: The power protection circuit is likely being activated and causing the shut-down. Unplugging it ...
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| mitsubishi dlp wd-52725 | 1/3/2009 |
Q: My tv was working just fine yesterday but when i shut it off last night the timer light started ...
A: This is usually a main power supply failure and the cost of repair is over $300. You will need a ...
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| toshiba tp50g60 | 1/3/2009 |
Q: can I buy a hdtv convertor for this television and watch hdtv on this set?
A: If you are on cable your cable company can feed you the digital channels that will view on your ...
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| Sony Videoscope XBR picture goes on/off | 1/2/2009 |
Q: The LED timer/stand by light blinks 5 times, stops, then does it again. I have perfect audio but the ...
A: This relates to the heat biasing of the picture tube and is a means of telling you the picture tube ...
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| my panasonic 43" lcd shuts itself off | 1/2/2009 |
Q: it works for 5 minutes then shuts off for one...the power light blinks red, i turn it back on and it ...
A: I wonder if the lamp was properly installed upon the replacement. You must follow the instructions ...
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| 50" mits | 1/1/2009 |
Q: I have a 11 year old 50" Mitsubishi rear projection tv. It went blank and started a static popping ...
A: It will need a new flyback and horizontal deflection amplifier restoration. Cost will run over $300 ...
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| Philips ptv836 | 1/1/2009 |
Q: I have a philips 55inch ptv836. I plugged it in and no picture or sound. So I opened it up. I ...
A: My prediction is the convergence and the main power supply are going bad. Repair will be very ...
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| reciever | 12/31/2008 |
Q: I this sit can help me. I have Onko receiver about 2 years old.What i'am trying to do, is connect my ...
A: I sort of lost track of your discussion and what the problem is. Are you using the right cables? ...
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| volume prob with Sansui Tv TVM1926S | 12/31/2008 |
Q: ,my Daughter's 2005 Sansui 19 in tv is stuck on high audio output when the volume is in low ...
A: It could be software related. To check for this do a hard reset. Reset is done by unplugging the tv ...
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| outputs not working | 12/30/2008 |
Q: I have a 65 RCA projection TV. I have bought a S/S System and have realized that the outputs at the ...
A: Are you talking about a Surround Sound system? Are you connecting the audio outputs on the tv to ...
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| PhillipsTV model 27PT543S37A | 12/30/2008 |
Q: TV after being transported PLUGGED IN PICTURE CAME ON BRIEFLY touched TV to attach cable felt large ...
A: Always fixable; question is how much and is it worth the cost and hassle. If the set is more than ...
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| MV19M2 Toshiba Line In reception problem | 12/29/2008 |
Q: I have a Toshiba TV/VCR combination (circa 2002). It works fine with TV signal from Cable and the ...
A: Are you playing dvd discs from another country? These discs are country coded and if they do not ...
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| Sound-Phillips model#27ps55s321 | 12/29/2008 |
Q: I own a Phillips model#27ps55s321. The sound no longer works. I've tried routing the sound through ...
A: First, check the menu to make sure the set's audio setting is on stereo. It may have been put on sap ...
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| Zenith HD520 HDTV tuner | 12/28/2008 |
Q: I just bought a refurbished external Zenith Hd520 HDTV tuner and when I plug it in the picture has ...
A: Could be a defective tuner. I am not a fan of refurbished electronic items. My personal experience ...
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| tv problem | 12/28/2008 |
Q: I have a toshiba hfx34 it power up but no video the red led just keeps on flashing
A: This is usually a power supply failure and the cost of repair is around $200 plus or minus. ...
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| Alpine cda-9886 head unit. | 12/27/2008 |
Q: When I start my truck, a beeping sound comes from the head unit. It beeps 8 times then stops. How do ...
A: Please refer to page 20 of the owners manual. I suspect you have not gone through all the setup ...
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| Projection TV | 12/26/2008 |
Q: I have a Mitsubishi 1080HD projection TV and it works fine except at random intervals the picture ...
A: Probably some kind of intermittent condition. Usual cause is cold solder joint, bad connector or ...
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| Blue Screen | 12/26/2008 |
Q: Every time my mother, grandmother or I turn on our Hitachi Plasma HDTV to watch anything, a blue ...
A: It could be just the tv going through its automatic searching for the right settings. You can ...
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| color fading on tv | 12/25/2008 |
Q: I have a philips magnavox projection television 60 inch I bought in 1999. The color is fading. ...
A: You did not give me a model number so I cannot give you any direct advice for your set. Generically ...
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| tv | 12/25/2008 |
Q: my TV on AV 1 KEEPS COMING UP NO SIGNAL I HAVE JUST GOT A NEW HD SET BOX AND IT JUST SAYS NO ...
A: You must go through the setup procedures with the set box and make sure it is adjusted for antenna ...
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| Panasonic PT-53wx53 convergence issue | 12/24/2008 |
Q: i had a problem with the green convergence that made video like half moon down the monitor, so i ...
A: In my opinion - let's give it an 80% probability - it is still a convergence issue and either the ...
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| Philips 42" 42FD9932 | 12/23/2008 |
Q: My Philips TV has an issue. It will turn itself off...and the red LED will flash. So we actually get ...
A: Sounds like a power supply going bad. Expect an expensive repair of over $200. This is a ...
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| TV Troubleshooting | 12/23/2008 |
Q: I have a Sony Wega 34" TV When I turn the set on, it TURNS ITSELF OFF after a few seconds. There ...
A: How many blinks are there? Then, try this page to see what the probably cause might be: ...
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| plasma tv issue | 12/22/2008 |
Q: I have a Panasonic plasma TV. It's 4yrs old. The video output for the DVD player no longer works. ...
A: There are a few reasons. First, let me assume that when you say it works in another tv that you ...
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| Tivo connection to Samsung TV | 12/22/2008 |
Q: Hope you can help! I purchased a Samsung 50inch LCD television. I am having trouble hooking up my ...
A: The red, white and yellow set of cables are for composite input. Yellow is for video and red/white ...
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| GE model 46GW948 | 12/21/2008 |
Q: the tv will work but has all three colors at the bottom and is concaved at the top and bottom. the ...
A: The convergence circuit and/or the vertical deflection amplifier has failed. The repair will cost ...
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| TV volume is low | 12/21/2008 |
Q: I have a zenith sentry 2 purchased in the '80's. Recently the volume became very low and has a ...
A: Wow, very old set. You are so very lucky that it is still working! The amplifier and/or the speaker ...
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| HELP PLEASE! | 12/20/2008 |
Q: Good evening, We purchased a ONKYO Hometheater HT-s5100. We connected all the speakers and they ...
A: Let's assume the HT-s5100 is working properly. If that be the case it must be a) the connections or ...
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| Philips 42 Plasma | 12/20/2008 |
Q: claggsan I am very disappointed in my 42" Philips Plasma TV Model# 42PF9630A/37. Ever since I ...
A: Well, first, too late for this time, but my strong recommendation on all new technology (Plasma, ...
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| t.v. looks like 3-D | 12/19/2008 |
Q: Our big screen Ultravision t.v. (don't know how..was given to us) started looking like it was in ...
A: No; it is the convergence circuit that has failed. It requires replacement of the convergence IC ...
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| samsung tv model PCK 531 5R | 12/19/2008 |
Q: The TV picture turns very red at different times. Is one of the tubes starting to fail and if so, is ...
A: It could be a projection tube going bad, although I doubt it. The cost of replacing a projection ...
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| Advent TV Q2735A Yellow Display | 12/18/2008 |
Q: I need help me I take a Advent TV model q2735a. A few day the TV sometime the display in yellow ...
A: This is a complicates set because it contains a dvd player and PAL playback thru AV input. There ...
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| Toshiba VCR programming question | 12/18/2008 |
Q: I'm trying to figure out how to get my Toshiba VHS W528 to record a show through program mode. I ...
A: I really can't help you directly on this. VCR recorders are really obsolete and they aren't tracked ...
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| mitshubishi dlp television model # 62327 | 12/17/2008 |
Q: I have replaced the lamp and now have turned it on and now the orange status button is flashing and ...
A: Replacing the lamp cartridge is very special operation. You must follow the procedure in the owners ...
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| TV got wet | 12/17/2008 |
Q: I Have a Sony KDL46VL130 LCD TV bought in 2007. A pipe broke in our house and water was running ...
A: It takes along time for it to dry out. Leave it in a warm room for at least one full week before ...
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| Sharp TV with weird issue | 12/16/2008 |
Q: SHARP AQUOS, 20" LCD LC-20D30U Had this LCD TV about 2 years, and lately while watching, all of a ...
A: Go into the menu and turn off the closed caption feature (or, for some sets this function can be ...
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| sony strk840p | 12/16/2008 |
Q: i have a Sony strk840p stereo and the power went off and now it says unlock on the stereo and i ...
A: This receiver is part of a Sony system and is connected with other parts of the system (HT-DDW840). ...
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| TV slow to come on | 12/15/2008 |
Q: We just bought a 40" sony lcd and it take a long time to come on about 12-15 seconds, our other tv ...
A: It may be normal. An LCD tv requires the voltages and various circuits inside the set to come to ...
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| changing the projection lamp | 12/15/2008 |
Q: I have a Panasonic projection tv. PT-LCX15. The projection lamp burnt out so I bought a brand new ...
A: It must be installed exactly correctly as prescribed in the owners manual. So, unplug it, remove ...
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| Sony XBR TV | 12/14/2008 |
Q: My Sony XBR 400 36" TV, bought around 7-8 years ago started showing a wavy picture today with all ...
A: No, it is not a tube; the only tube is the picture tube and they rarely go bad and if it were it ...
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| on high volume setting-but there's no sound | 12/14/2008 |
Q: I have been having a problem with the volume from the t.v. (Zenith). There is no volume at all ...
A: Yes, it could very easily be due to your settings. Go into the menu and make sure you have the audio ...
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| Zenith Projection TV | 12/13/2008 |
Q: Zenith 46" projection tv has sound, but no picture. A screeching sound is heard upon turning on the ...
A: It will need a new flyback transformer and probably the horizontal output transistor and such items. ...
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| hitachi 48" | 12/13/2008 |
Q: i have a hitachi 48" projection tv about 12 years old. it takes a couple days for the screen to go ...
A: If everything else is working okey it is likely to be either retiring projection tubes or a high ...
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| GE 31GT720 | 12/12/2008 |
Q: My GE 31GT720 television is probably at least 10 years old and two days ago the sound stopped ...
A: First, check the menu or guide settings to make sure the audio has not been turned off accidentally ...
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| DVD flashes while playing | 12/11/2008 |
Q: When I watch DVDs on my LG-DN191H (and Panasonic 42" TV), every few seconds the screen flashes to ...
A: I can assure you the problem is a weak laser diode in the dvd player. Unfortunately, the cost of ...
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| ProScan 36" | 12/10/2008 |
Q: My friend gave me his proscan tv the other day that has been sitting around for a few years. He said ...
A: You could try a universal remote and see if it will work, but chances are it is not the remote but ...
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| Sony Widescreen sound problem | 12/10/2008 |
Q: We have a Sony Widescreen (old style) that has a sound problem. When you turn it on it begins with ...
A: This is a power supply problem. Perhaps the section of the main power supply that feeds the audio ...
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| aiwa home stereo | 12/9/2008 |
Q: Just bought a aiwa nsx-d858 stereo off ebay. Hooked it up and can only get the radio. You hit the cd ...
A: There are several possibilities and it may take a tech with a voltmeter to diagnose what is going ...
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| JVC COLOR | 12/9/2008 |
Q: I HAVE A JVC TV AV-56P776 3 YRS OLD AND IS NO RED COLOR ONLY BLUE AND GREEN
A: Well, the red projection gun could be shot or its connector on the back of the neck may have ...
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| sony tv model kdp65ws550 | 12/8/2008 |
Q: i have a Sony projection tv model kdp65ws550 my tv is only 4 years old i have no picture the ...
A: Try this page for a discussion on the blinking codes for your series: ...
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| RCA 1994 | 12/8/2008 |
Q: I have a 1994 RCA Home Theatre TV, model F31700GG, Chasis CTC169JS6 the picture is projecting onto ...
A: Is it in the vertical, the horizontal or both directions that the you notice the screen stretch? ...
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| Technics Electronic Components: Stereo Integrated Amplifier (SU-V98-KM1) | 12/7/2008 |
Q: ok so i had this hooked up to my bigscreen tv and it worked perfectly with all of its other ...
A: First, check and make sure you have the tape monitor switch off, the speaker selector switch to the ...
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| RCA HDTV Model #HD52W59 | 12/6/2008 |
Q: the picture is bowed at the top and bottom of the screen and the pictures is distored in color
A: Looks like a convergence failure. It costs around $300 to $400 for the fix. However, there are ...
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| TV convergence | 12/6/2008 |
Q: I have an old sony projection TV I got off craigslist. The convergence is off in 3 corners but for ...
A: You can try whacking and banging the set with your hand or fist to see if you can bring the ...
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| Intermittent loss of channel on radio | 12/5/2008 |
Q: I own a JVC RX-715V receiver. Recently, I've been losing the right channel intermittently while ...
A: I cannot tell, for sure, without testing the decoder circuitry, but that is my first guesstimation. ...
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| Hitachi Ultravision projection TV | 12/4/2008 |
Q: I need a deflector board for a Hitachi Ultravision projection TV. Model No. is 50UX22BA, Serial No. ...
A: Do you have the part number on the board? That would help. I don't think there is a board called ...
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| Pioneer Sterio Reciever SX-201 | 12/4/2008 |
Q: The left side of both A & B speakers will not produce sound.The right side of A & B do work. ...
A: This is a very old receiver. Probably from about the early 1990s. But, it is a fine, old audio ...
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| RCA 61" mm61110 Rear Projection | 12/3/2008 |
Q: After my TV is on for about 10 minutes the screen goes red. This lasts for 20 - 30 minutes. Any ...
A: What happens after 20 - 30 minutes? Does the sound stay on when the screen goes red? It may take ...
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| mitsubishi | 12/3/2008 |
Q: I have a mitsubishi 60" 60603 model is it hd compatiuable or just 480i, is there a way to upgrade ...
A: Is it a VS-60603? If so, it is a standard CRT type rear projection tv. It is a rather old design ...
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| 1997 46" Mitsibushi projector screen | 12/2/2008 |
Q: My big screen will wrk for maybe a month then the pic goes out...sometimes just blue screen but now ...
A: Yes, it is a very old set and a repair shop may not be able to get parts for it. I would think the ...
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| 50 inch philips/magnavox rear projection | 12/2/2008 |
Q: My rear projection is a '98 model and the picture seems dim and the colors are off. I have tried ...
A: Yes, it is getting old for a P/M rptv. The projection tubes may be getting old and tired. If so, ...
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| digital | 12/1/2008 |
Q: I installed my digital converter box today (analog to digital - I do not have cable). In doing so ...
A: See my other comments to this question. If you are in a Comcast service area they will give a low ...
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| digital | 12/1/2008 |
Q: I installed my digital converter box today. In doing so, I somehow selected it to autoscan during ...
A: Contrary to what you may have read or what the store clerk may have told you the digital signals do ...
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| Toshiba 40" big screen goes black | 11/21/2008 |
Q: I saw that you responded to someone else's same problem like this: Yes, sounds like what we call an ...
A: Best way is the following: ONE: Remove the back cover. TWO: Obtain a long wooden 1/4 inch dowell ...
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| Phillips CCC130AT01 TV Channels | 11/21/2008 |
Q: I just bought a 2001 Phillips CCC130AT01 TV/VCR from someone on craigslist, but it doesn't receive ...
A: This is a combo model. They are not very reliable overall (all makes and all models) so don't ...
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| Polaroid FLX-374 LCD TV Audio and picture | 11/20/2008 |
Q: I have a very high pitched buzzing noise and colored bars across the television when I first turn it ...
A: It would require some testing to find out for sure what is ailing the set. My best guess is the ...
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| rca 60 projection tv | 11/20/2008 |
Q: I've been reading questions from others that are similar to mine. My TV was manufactured in 2005 I ...
A: Could be lots of things, actually. The protection circuit has been energized and it is causing the ...
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| sony lcd projection tv grand wega | 11/19/2008 |
Q: a pink spot appeared on the tv when its on, its allways at same place, and when there is a white ...
A: This is a light engine problem that is quite common for a series of Sony LCD sets. You can google ...
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| DVR in analog | 11/19/2008 |
Q: I have an old TV and an equally old VCR that I use only with an external antenna. Yeah, stone ages. ...
A: Under these conditions you need a channel switching, as you state. I do not know of such a device ...
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| rolling lines on screen | 11/18/2008 |
Q: I have a mitsubishi VS-45607 that developed rolling lines on the screen about 2 months ago.They ...
A: If they are conventional capacitors best way is to buy replacements and put in new ones. Radio ...
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| DVR in analog | 11/18/2008 |
Q: I have an old TV and an equally old VCR that I use only with an external antenna. Yeah, stone ages. ...
A: Why won't the converter box work for you? It can select the channel you want and it can feed and ...
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| sony proj tv | 11/17/2008 |
Q: My sony projection tv has a green tint to it, what could the problem be? I believe its a kxd, not ...
A: It could be fungus growth in the projection tube coolant. Is the picture clean and clear or does it ...
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| no audio | 11/17/2008 |
Q: have a panasonic tv ct27d30b (yr 2000. had to replace HOT and a few bad caps. after doing this ...
A: Replacing the HOT would have no effect on the audio unless a slip of the soldering iron or ...
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| sleep timer on universal remotes | 11/16/2008 |
Q: i have a magnavox 15mf605t-17 that i lost the original remote control to. I have a magnavox remote ...
A: Sleep mode is not on the panel; only via the remote. The remote must have a sleep button to work it. ...
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| Polaroid LCD/Can't change channel | 11/16/2008 |
Q: I can no longer change channel with the remote or with buttons on the side of the TV
A: The first thing to do in almost all cases of any tv that is not acting correctly is to do a hard ...
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| Older Magnavox Projection TV | 11/15/2008 |
Q: Magnavox rear projection tv with dolby pro logic 50 watts. Can't make out the numbers on back but ...
A: Older Magnavox stuff can sometimes be found (free downloads) on the Philips web sites. Have you ...
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| Componet cabinet | 11/15/2008 |
Q: I have my TV satellite receiver, 90 watt Marantz receiver cd player, and speaker controller in a 24' ...
A: I think just a small, quiet fan is sufficient since you keep the doors open during usage. The ...
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| Hitachi 50VG825 Loss of Sound | 11/14/2008 |
Q: I have a 3 yr old 50VG825 that has been wonderful. Picture is perfect, channel surfing fine, but ...
A: Most often this is the result of someone accidentally switching the audio over to SAP. Correct this ...
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| ws 55819 mitsubtshi | 11/13/2008 |
Q: won't come on,it starts comes on 5 sec then off, before this failure, it came on and warmed up very ...
A: The convergence circuitry has failed and shut down the system, I think. It is a common failure with ...
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| Hitachi 51UWX20B | 11/13/2008 |
Q: Our picture looks almost bowed and the top has a green and pink sag(almost)in it also the right side ...
A: I don't know this specific model, but you can google the forums to see if lots of people are ...
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| TV will not turn on/power light flashing | 11/12/2008 |
Q: I have a JVC 62" HDILA tv and the blue power light is flashing and the tv wont come on...any idea ...
A: There are many possible causes for this as the set has gone into protection mode. The most common ...
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| PIONEER SD P453P T.V | 11/12/2008 |
Q: PIONEER SD P453P the t.v would be turned on and the screen would look like it was sideways, we would ...
A: The convergence circuit is going bad and will eventually fail completely if it has not done so ...
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| rca 52" wont turn on | 11/11/2008 |
Q: i have a RCA 52" projection TV when it quit it made a hissing noise now when you turn it on it will ...
A: It could be the flyback. Could be several things. Most common is the main power supply on RCA ...
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| LG Plasma TV loud crackling when turned on | 11/10/2008 |
Q: I just bought an LG Plasma at a roadshow in Singapore. When I first turned it on, it worked ok with ...
A: Do you have it connected to a receiver surround system? That could be the source of the trouble. ...
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| HDTV vs Digital | 11/9/2008 |
Q: I am considering buying a HDTV. Are digital broadcasts that are required next Feb. the same thing ...
A: Basically yes, but it is much more complicated than that. There are many versions of HDTV; some are ...
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| DIGITAL TV | 11/9/2008 |
Q: I could really use your help, I recently purchase a Digital converter box and the reception is bad. ...
A: First, check with the stations to see if they are actually are broadcasting a digital signal. ...
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| TV Doesn't turn ON | 11/8/2008 |
Q: I have Samsung HDTV PCL 545R X/XAA. I was working great untill night and next day morning it didn't ...
A: If you suspect the power board, just replace it. Cost is cheap. ...
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| RCA Big Screen no power | 11/7/2008 |
Q: When I press the power button on both the tv and the remote, all I get is a very soft click from ...
A: Sorry, no, it is not the tuner. Most cases such as this it is a power supply going bad. The ...
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| VCR not able to record in LP | 11/7/2008 |
Q: SIR my old VCR[model no-VC-V50SMK2]lost its remote .now im not able to record in long play.i could ...
A: This is a Sharp model made for the Russian or Cyrillic markets so I don't know much about it. ...
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| Possessed TV | 11/6/2008 |
Q: Our TV is an RCA SDTV TruFlat Mode 20F424T. We've had severe problems with our TV. I hear from one ...
A: The main problem you have it is that the set is an RCA. They are not very reliable; pretty much at ...
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| Sony Projection TV, Model KP51WS500 | 11/6/2008 |
Q: The TV turns on with sound and a picture that is light blue, the TV picture fades to an all blue ...
A: If you go to: http://www.iwaynet.net/~nesda/SonyBlink.html you find that 8 blinks of the standby ...
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| I have a 5 year old Sony rear projection,model #KP51WS500 | 11/5/2008 |
Q: The set turns on with no sound and just a blue screen and will shut off automaticlly.I understand ...
A: I doubt if it is a problem with the projection tubes, but rather the video board or a power supply ...
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| hdtv projection monitor | 11/5/2008 |
Q: the tv is about 3 years old was working fine last night. when i came home this afternoon it will ...
A: Depending on the make and model it can mean any of several types of failures. Most common are power ...
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| adding a new dvd player to a comination television with video cassette and dvd player | 11/4/2008 |
Q: I am very confused with my television and adding a brand new dvd player to it. The television was ...
A: Your tv the Toshiba MW20FM1 has only composite video and analog stereo inputs. When using these ...
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| RCA 52 inch hdtv and RCA projection screen | 11/4/2008 |
Q: It's been brought to my attention that the problem I may be having with the 2 t.v.'s I have listed ...
A: Can't give you specific information without the model numbers. But, if you are referring to RPTV ...
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| maxent plasma | 11/3/2008 |
Q: for almost two years this maxent 50x5 plasma tv has worked great, then a couple of days ago, i left ...
A: It is a very strange set of symptoms and it strikes me as a power supply, more specifically a ...
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| HELP | 11/3/2008 |
Q: I HAVE A FRIEND WITH A BELL + HOWELL TV. IT DOESN'T WORK RIGHT. IT CONTINUES TO SHOW THIS IS WHY ...
A: Do you have the owners manual? It will explain how to get out of the demo mode. Sometimes you can ...
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| Samsung 40 in model LN-S4051D | 11/2/2008 |
Q: When I try to turn my tv on, the light in the front blinks and the screen stays black. I am looking ...
A: Need to know more to give a good answer. For example, does the sound still work? Do you hear any ...
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| Pioneer Elite receiver VSX-36TX | 11/2/2008 |
Q: My Pioneer Elite receiver VSX-36TX recently began sending loud popping and crackling sounds through ...
A: I agree it could be a capacitor that has gone leaky. There are many such capacitors in this ...
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| Big Scrren TV losing picture | 11/1/2008 |
Q: I have a 48" Toshiba big screen model TP48E60. I bought this new in 97. Two weeks ago, the picture ...
A: Yes, sounds like what we call an intermittent connection inside such as a loose connector, cold ...
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| AIWA NSX-A888 Shutting off | 11/1/2008 |
Q: I have an 6 year old Aiwa NSX-A888b system. I haven't set set the timer, yet it keeps turning off by ...
A: Does it shut off after a given number of minutes each time? Have you timed it? If so, try a hard ...
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| RCA projection tv Model # P52754ATLX1 | 10/30/2008 |
Q: HV splitter box had a crack in it, was able to "rig it" until repairman could come, worked fine. ...
A: Sorry, I don't know what you mean by HV splitter box. I am assuming it has something to do with ...
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| Tv, vcr and cable connection | 10/30/2008 |
Q: I emailed you a few weeks ago in regards to this similar question. At the time I did not send you my ...
A: First, your model CT-20G5B Panasonic does have an rf input and channels up to 131. According to the ...
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| Hitachi 50GX49B Projection Tv | 10/29/2008 |
Q: Tv is freezing up for a few seconds at a time and you can see squares of color until it unfreezes. ...
A: It is not the bulb. It is the video processing function that is producing too many artifacts. It ...
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| home audio amp | 10/28/2008 |
Q: A friend has an older high end amplifier it is not a tube amp. It is a stand alone amp and as soon ...
A: This is most often due to shorted down (from being overdriven or from aging) output transistors. ...
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| mitsubishi tv model #cs26301 | 10/27/2008 |
Q: My husband bought a swcond hand tv that has a parental block on some of the stations. How does he ...
A: Is this an older set? I tried to find it on the Mitubishi support pages but it was not to be found. ...
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| Mitsubishi VS-60705 | 10/27/2008 |
Q: What is the name of the "circuit/circuit board" that is having issues when my tv picture is rolling ...
A: Vertical rolling is caused when the vertical synch is out of "lock". It can be an adjustment or a ...
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| Convergance may have went out | 10/26/2008 |
Q: My TV did not turn on so when I looked in back I found a Fuse was blown. I have replaced the Fuse ...
A: A 10 year old tv is generally not a good candidate for repair. Why? Because the cost of repair is ...
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| TV | 10/26/2008 |
Q: i turned my tv on and there is no picture, just audio. it's an old mitsubishi big screen. using ...
A: Did you try unplugging it for a while and try again? Do you get any flashing or any indication on ...
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| 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 - ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| '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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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: ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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? ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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). ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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% ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| blinking LEDS Sony KV-27V45 | 8/25/2008 |
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