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| Subject | Date Asked |
| Toshiba 56HM66 | 2/10/2012 |
| Q: After replacing a bad bulb in out projection TV there is about a 4" shaddow across the top of the ... A: Some units of this model have a factory defect that Toshiba will fix even though out of warranty. ... | |
| tv problem | 2/10/2012 |
| Q: We have a toshiba tp50h60 whose screen is turning yellow and fuzzy until it turns black after an ... A: My first guess would be the convergence circuit has failed - a very common cause of failure - even ... | |
| VCR TAPE DAMAGE | 2/10/2012 |
| Q: I own a JVC HRS-4700EK SVHS Player but it keeps damaging the uppermost edge of the during playback ... A: It is most certainly a function of improper alignment of the drive system. Unless the mis-alignment ... | |
| built in dvd will only play in black and white | 2/9/2012 |
| Q: my toshiba 22dv501b will only play dvds in black and white but will show colour for everything else ... A: I would say the dvd player is defective. If the 22dv501b is still under warranty you should contact ... | |
| Sony Projection TV | 2/8/2012 |
| Q: Have a Sony Projection TV manufactured in 2002 Model: KP-57WS530 Serial # 9209023 H2 230 w 3.3 RA8 ... A: My second guess would be failure of the vertical deflection driver or something like that. The cost ... | |
| Sony Projection TV | 2/8/2012 |
| Q: Have a Sony Projection TV manufactured in 2002 Model: KP-57WS530 Serial # 9209023 H2 230 w 3.3 RA8 ... A: It is quite difficult to give you a specific remedy because there are so many possible causes. Most ... | |
| Sony KP-53U80 rear projection losing audio intermittently | 2/7/2012 |
| Q: I have a KP-53U80 rear projection Sony TV. After the TV is on for about 10-15 mins the sound comes ... A: Sounds like you have an "intermittent" connection somewhere in the audio system. It could be with ... | |
| Playpak cassette stuck inside a TV/VCR | 2/7/2012 |
| Q: My question's about a combo TV/VCR — the Panasonic TV-FM Radio-Ominvision VHS (model PV-C2021; June ... A: This is not an uncommon disaster - not only with Panasonic but other brands. It may require you to ... | |
| tv question | 2/5/2012 |
| Q: model #kV-36fs16 sony wega Trinitarian serial# 9031895 year of TV is a 2000 model i have reset the ... A: This set is old enough that the color control circuitry maybe going bad or the picture tube may be ... | |
| Sony Televison | 2/5/2012 |
| Q: I have an Sony TV that is about 12 years old. the picture has a red and dark tint to it and the ... A: How many flashes does it give before it goes to black or goes off? That could be related to the ... | |
| no yellow color | 2/5/2012 |
| Q: I replaced a broken Verizon set top box today with great difficulty. I had to move the Hitachi ... A: My guess would be the moving around of the set has caused an internal circuit to go bad - but that ... | |
| pioneer sd-533hd5 projection monitor | 2/4/2012 |
| Q: My TV will show the main power is on but when I turn it on it won't do anything. If it does the ... A: There are many possible causes. The most common is from a faulty power supply but failure of the ... | |
| rear projection issue | 2/4/2012 |
| Q: panasonic 2003 model pt56wx33g with ghost like overimage and enhanced reds. your colleague allan ... A: Yes, sounds like it needs a repair of the convergence circuit. Allan Wainwright does not make ... | |
| fix tv | 2/4/2012 |
| Q: The cable connection on the back of the tv,broke off from the little aluminum box inside,can I ... A: Well, it is quite difficult to say for certain without actually seeing what exactly is broken. If it ... | |
| SONY TV no picture | 2/4/2012 |
| Q: I have a rear video projector Sony KP53HS30. One I go to turn it on there is no picture. The ... A: It is a problem related to the main IC chip called the Jungle Chip. It requires further diagnosis ... | |
| tv | 2/3/2012 |
| Q: if i run my tv through sky box it works perfectly,if i run it from ariel on roof it wont stay on ... A: Read through this for a backgrounder: http://www.stevelarkins.freeuk.com/freeview_on_Sky.htm The ... | |
| philip tv | 2/1/2012 |
| Q: I have a Philip projector model 43P8341 It will not stay on keeps going on and off. have to unplug ... A: You can try unplugging it for a longer period of time - at least 4 hours or over night. That might ... | |
| Syncing 2 Televisions | 1/30/2012 |
| Q: My parents just subscribed to ATT Uverse. When on the same station, one TV is about 1.5 ahead of ... A: Woops! You forgot to give the model numbers. It is most likely the difference in circuitry between ... | |
| rca model m50wh74s | 1/29/2012 |
| Q: Turns on hear sound no picture. Removed the bulb not getting any power its not even warm A: No power to the bulb is one thing, but these bulbs burn out regularly and must be replaced from time ... | |
| Toshiba CF36G55 TV | 1/29/2012 |
| Q: Screen content is cut off on the left and right sides of the screen. I don't notice this on the top ... A: If it is just a small black bar on the right and left hand sides it can probably be adjusted. If a ... | |
| RCA Projection tv | 1/29/2012 |
| Q: How do you vertically adjust the picture on an older 52in RCA projection tv? A: The adjustments you are referring to are made in the service mode. You can find out how to get into ... | |
| LCD 32 inch samsung | 1/29/2012 |
| Q: The TV is getting on and off on its own. Kindly advice.Does not look like the timer issue. A: It requires testing by a competent technologist to know for sure. Most of these cases, but not all ... | |
| tv | 1/28/2012 |
| Q: My samsung hlp5063 wx/xaa tv show's apic for 30 mi or so then you can't see the pic but you can hear ... A: Sorry for the delay; out of town for a couple of days. First thought is the lamp needs replaced. ... | |
| sound problem | 1/27/2012 |
| Q: When I turn on tv, I get picture but no sound, until I turn off power surge protector, wait then ... A: You did not tell me how you are connecting the audio to the tv. You are using HDMI? Or component or ... | |
| Toshiba LCD T.V. | 1/27/2012 |
| Q: Just purchased Toshiba LCD 40" T.V. Model Number40BV701B. Every few hours a Box appears on screen ... A: First, try this: Disconnect from the mains and leave it for a couple of hours. They try again to see ... | |
| Toshiba SB-320 amplifier power capacitor | 1/26/2012 |
| Q: I have a slight distortion or hiss occurring at low volume (probably always there, but masked when ... A: Looks like the "source" is where the noise is coming from. You did not say what your source is but ... | |
| Trintron Sony TV | 1/26/2012 |
| Q: Water wave like screen appears While I switch on my TV. After about 5 minutes it's ok. A: Without a model number it is not possible to give you a answer based on its technology. My guess - ... | |
| Replacement Lamp for Sony KDS-60A3000 | 1/24/2012 |
| Q: I have a Sony SXRD Projection TV, model KDS-60A3000. It is roughly 4 years old. Today the lamp ... A: Always appreciate feedback. Good that you found a local supply house! Several years ago Philips ... | |
| Replacement Lamp for Sony KDS-60A3000 | 1/23/2012 |
| Q: I have a Sony SXRD Projection TV, model KDS-60A3000. It is roughly 4 years old. Today the lamp ... A: In rare cases a bulb that has a low resistance filament structure can cause damage to the display ... | |
| Strange line of dots on tv | 1/23/2012 |
| Q: I have a Panasonic TC-P50C2. Two nights ago, a strange line of red and blue dots appeared on the ... A: Have you rescanned the channels? Do you see these dots on other tvs that you have in the house? ... | |
| Toshiba SB-320 amplifier power capacitor | 1/23/2012 |
| Q: I have a slight distortion or hiss occurring at low volume (probably always there, but masked when ... A: As you know this is an "elderly" unit and there is little chance of finding any support or ... | |
| I want to buy a replacement remote control for my toshiba VCR | 1/23/2012 |
| Q: I have lost my remote control for my toshiba VCR model V635UK I e-mailed the toshiba company.They ... A: Toshiba is a well known company and all the universal remotes that I know of will include the ... | |
| Replacement Lamp for Sony KDS-60A3000 | 1/23/2012 |
| Q: I have a Sony SXRD Projection TV, model KDS-60A3000. It is roughly 4 years old. Today the lamp ... A: I recommend you use the Sony authorized replacement lamp. I googled and found a couple of suppliers ... | |
| Old Zenith Stereo | 1/22/2012 |
| Q: I have a Zenith Stereo model: SFH2500RT purchased in 12/12/62. It will not play in manual position. ... A: You are not kidding when you say "old"! Probably a sticky switch or mechanism under the ... | |
| Clicking Sony receiver | 1/21/2012 |
| Q: I was given a older (Sony V444 ES) receiver knowing it had a problem. When I got it home and plugged ... A: The power supply has likely gone into overload or protection mode. The clicking is a relay which ... | |
| Pioneer VSX-1020-k receiver | 1/21/2012 |
| Q: First off all connections (except for the Wii) are HDMI. When I turn the receiver on the input is ... A: The setup procedure is described in chapter 4 of your owners manual. Default settings are explained ... | |
| losings volume on TV | 1/21/2012 |
| Q: I have a Sony Bravia (KDL-32XBR9)TV. Frequently, but not always, the volume on a channel will be ... A: Quite unusual. Are you connected to an external amp/speakers? Or, are you using the internal ... | |
| TV pixel problem | 1/20/2012 |
| Q: I have a Sony Receiver, STR-DH810. Connected to that I have Verizion Fios cable / DVR Sony blu-ray ... A: Many cable systems in America are old physical plants that are constantly being upgraded. They ... | |
| TV pixel problem | 1/20/2012 |
| Q: I have a Sony Receiver, STR-DH810. Connected to that I have Verizion Fios cable / DVR Sony blu-ray ... A: Sounds like you are on the right track. Let me suggest one other check. Since you are in the state ... | |
| HDCP | 1/20/2012 |
| Q: I own a Pioneer PDP-4360HD plasma television with a matching external media box (r06u). It recently ... A: Bypassing the r06u will tell you if the flag is coming from the media device or the r06u won't it? ... | |
| HDCP | 1/20/2012 |
| Q: I own a Pioneer PDP-4360HD plasma television with a matching external media box (r06u). It recently ... A: Yes, I know what it is and that is why I suggested you take it out or bypass it to help determine if ... | |
| pioneer elite pro610hd | 1/19/2012 |
| Q: The tv works fine on cable but when i plug in an external video source the screen looses its vert. ... A: I don't think there are any access points in the on-screen-menu for adjusting vertical hold or roll. ... | |
| Colour fault on TOSHIBA 32Z17B CRT TV | 1/19/2012 |
| Q: I live in the U.K. (PAL colour standard) have just bought (cheaply) a second hand TOSHIBA widescreen ... A: Is there not a color control and other video adjustments in the on-screen menu? You should be able ... | |
| HDCP | 1/19/2012 |
| Q: I own a Pioneer PDP-4360HD plasma television with a matching external media box (r06u). It recently ... A: Not sure I understand the problem. The r06u is a tuner module but the tv has its own inputs so why ... | |
| Tv parts to sell | 1/19/2012 |
| Q: I have unlimited amounts of tv circuit boards and light engines. I have dlp lamps and computer parts ... A: Do you have them cataloged and sorted for easy identification? The problem is that when someone ... | |
| Panasonic HD tv has sound but no picture | 1/17/2012 |
| Q: My 8 year old 48" Panasonic projection TV is dead. I have sound, but no picture, Just faint a band ... A: This is not a horizontal deflection problem but a failure of the vertical deflection. This model is ... | |
| sound problem | 1/16/2012 |
| Q: When I turn on tv, I get picture but no sound, until I turn off power surge protector, wait then ... A: Get the power surge protector out of the system and throw it away. They are a nuisance and I don't ... | |
| Wi and a Sony early 1990's Rear Proj T.V | 1/16/2012 |
| Q: Can I connect a Wi to my Sony early 1990's Rear Projection 44" T.V.? I would like to play games and ... A: You must check the inputs on the tv to make sure it has the correct interface connections for the ... | |
| T.V. Problem | 1/16/2012 |
| Q: I have a Sony projection TV model# kp-53s25 made in Feb.1997, the problem I'm having is that I'm ... A: It's a common problem and has many possible causes. Most notable are failure of the main power ... | |
| Sharp tv captions function | 1/16/2012 |
| Q: We were given a Sharp model 55RWP4H TV and can't get the caption function to work. We set it on CC, ... A: You must have a remote that supports the menu access function. I don't think the original remote ... | |
| Emerson TV Settings | 1/15/2012 |
| Q: I have an Emerson TV set, model LHD32K20US. I have had no problems out of it. I have it connected ... A: You must determine if the remote is working for the tv or the cable box for this red adjustment. ... | |
| ge tv | 1/15/2012 |
| Q: I have a ge tv model 46gw948, I've always used a cable box until this month (canceled starz) now my ... A: Try on 1. select the signal you are using. You must select the correct source. If you select ... | |
| ge tv | 1/13/2012 |
| Q: I have a ge tv model 46gw948, I've always used a cable box until this month (canceled starz) now my ... A: If this is a digital receiver - which it most likely is since it is DLP technology - it must be ... | |
| t.v. problems | 1/13/2012 |
| Q: I have a Sony 46 inch TV when I turn it on it turns right back off. Is there any answer to what ... A: There is a long list of possible causes. Frequent causes are problems in the main power supply, ... | |
| SONY speakers | 1/13/2012 |
| Q: I own a SONY bookshelf stereo (MHC-3000CD) includes FM radio, disk player, and CD player purchased ... A: It seems to be a malfunction of the circuitry around the volume and balance control area of the ... | |
| sony KDL-55HX800 | 1/12/2012 |
| Q: I have a Sony KHL-55HX800 for about a year now, it was shutting down after an hour and a half and ... A: Wow. You are ahead of me on that one! I hesitate to ask you to do more boards, but some of the ... | |
| sears tv/vcr combo | 1/11/2012 |
| Q: model # Lxi #93444717491 considering buying a used item with the above model #, a tv/vcr combo. ... A: The number you gave is, I think, the number for the remote control unit and not for the tv. But, ... | |
| widescreen | 1/11/2012 |
| Q: When I put a movie I rented on my DVR I see the black lines on the top and bottom (widescreen) How ... A: If you are getting a full screen picture from TV but black spaces only with the DVR then see if ... | |
| TV Picture | 1/11/2012 |
| Q: Sony KV34HS510. The set is approximately 9 years old and the other day there was no picture/video ... A: Yes, it is failure of the high voltage. The high voltage system is connected to the horizontal ... | |
| widescreen | 1/10/2012 |
| Q: When I put a movie I rented on my DVR I see the black lines on the top and bottom (widescreen) How ... A: Your tv may not have an aspect ratio feature. Most new flat screen tv sets have a button on the ... | |
| blue cross on screen | 1/10/2012 |
| Q: i have sony DLP KDF-E50A11E about 5years old has just developed blue cross on screen,looks like blue ... A: I believe this is related to a problem with the optical block. See this discussion: ... | |
| Mitsubishi TV Model VS 45605 serial # 113267 | 1/10/2012 |
| Q: In turning on the TV I get a green light which goes off within a second. I have tried disconnecting ... A: You will find access to the service manual at: ... | |
| Mitsubishi TV Model VS 45605 serial # 113267 | 1/9/2012 |
| Q: In turning on the TV I get a green light which goes off within a second. I have tried disconnecting ... A: You will find access to the service manual at: ... | |
| sony tv model. kd27fs170 | 1/8/2012 |
| Q: my tv lite up but no raster ,no picture,no display,no sound,screen lit up with lines from top to ... A: First, try unplugging the power cord for a couple of hours and then try it again. It may not help ... | |
| Replace IR sensor on Toshiba 36HFX72 | 1/8/2012 |
| Q: TV model 36HFX72. Do you know how to do this? Where can I purchase a new part? I was an ... A: I found the replacement IR receiver at Partstore - in stock. ... | |
| Hitatchi 57S500 Screen Says "Locked" | 1/7/2012 |
| Q: Hey guys, you come strongly recommended so here goes! My Hitachi RP, when powering on, immediately ... A: The only suggestion I can offer is that contained on page 50 of the owners manual. Also, if the ... | |
| Wavy lines on Toshiba 50H72 Rear Projection HDTV | 1/7/2012 |
| Q: It all started out with being wavy on top and bottom of the screen, then eventually go away the ... A: You may need both.... But check, if you can, to see if the convergence settings are working. ... | |
| Sony KF-50WE610 | 1/7/2012 |
| Q: In reference to a question you helped me with on 12-16-2011 concerning the Sony LCD HDTV KF-50WE610 ... A: Sorry to hear you are still chasing the culprit. I don't have any additional ideas. It may require ... | |
| tv problems | 1/6/2012 |
| Q: have a 60" inch RCA projection tv and it goes off by itself and I have to wait a while to turn it ... A: It's common with RCA brand RPTVs. Sorry to say. The problem is the set is going into protection ... | |
| Mikomi lcdw19hd | 1/5/2012 |
| Q: I have lost the remote for my Mikomi lcdw19hd and I cannot turn it on. I have tried every button ... A: You must either find the remote or acquire a universal remote that will work with this set (most of ... | |
| Sony TV starts very late. | 1/5/2012 |
| Q: i have sony tv model Drc-mf, 6 year old. After switching on the TV it shows the picture and sound ... A: Well, there are a few possible causes. The first that comes to mind is an ailing electrolytic ... | |
| 52" RCA projection tv | 1/4/2012 |
| Q: My 52" RCA projection tv, model #HD52W59, 2006, has gone nuts. It turns the volume up all by itself. ... A: Yes, could be the signal board and based on the convergence adjustments it is likely the convergence ... | |
| Wavy lines on Toshiba 50H72 Rear Projection HDTV | 1/4/2012 |
| Q: It all started out with being wavy on top and bottom of the screen, then eventually go away the ... A: The Hyper board was the first thing that came to my mind. However, the convergence circuit can cause ... | |
| TV turns off randomly | 1/4/2012 |
| Q: I have a Sharp rear projection big screen TV. It has recently for no apparent reason started to turn ... A: Turning its self off is caused by some internal system failure and results when the power supply ... | |
| AIWA NSX-4000 | 1/3/2012 |
| Q: discs tray Stop rotating A: Could be a jam up; could be a failed motor drive; could be a defective servo controller. could be ... | |
| toshiba 40rv525rz | 1/3/2012 |
| Q: my tv comes on, the guide will come up so i know cable is working {other tvs in the house are ok}i ... A: You did not say which input connections you are using in your setup. This model has the following ... | |
| Toshiba color convergence | 1/3/2012 |
| Q: We have a Toshiba Theatre view model#TZ55V61 We recently moved it and had to reset the color ... A: Looks like the convergence circuitry has failed. It is quite common for RPTVs. There are two ... | |
| toshiba 40rv525rz | 1/2/2012 |
| Q: my tv comes on, the guide will come up so i know cable is working {other tvs in the house are ok}i ... A: My first thought was it needs to go through the channel auto scan. Did you lose power? Have an ... | |
| mitsubisi ws 55809 projection tv | 1/2/2012 |
| Q: My tv shows hd and then all of a sudden it turn in to a regular tv It do this all the time. Could u ... A: Many possible causes. One that comes to my mind first off is the cable or satellite provider may ... | |
| Sony TV | 1/2/2012 |
| Q: Have a Sony KP51WS500. The picture is out of adjustment, can see blue, green and red colors but they ... A: This is classical convergence circuit failure. It requires repair and adjustments cannot correct ... | |
| Toshiba DVD Player - SD-3060SU | 1/1/2012 |
| Q: Put DVD movie in machine - it came up on the TV screen but will not play either using button on ... A: Here is the solution: Pick it up about 8 inches off the table and slide a new DVD player into its ... | |
| mitsubishi model# ws-55809 | 12/31/2011 |
| Q: when trying to turn my t.v.on, the green light comes and then goes out. holding the input and menu ... A: Did this happen of a sudden? Did it happen after someone else was using it? Perhaps, the unit is ... | |
| Mitsubishi TV WD-52525 | 12/31/2011 |
| Q: A friend gave me this tv because it doesn't come on. T tried plugging it in & out , pushing the ... A: I don't have good news. This model DLP set from Mitsubishi has a long history of problems. And, ... | |
| Audio speaker fuses | 12/31/2011 |
| Q: I hope you can help me determine the bus fuse I need that are missing from a set of very nice ... A: The 2.5 amp fuse would be about right for the amp fuse. The speaker fuses could be 2.5 amps, too, ... | |
| Conia CL2401FHDVD | 12/31/2011 |
| Q: TV will not switch on. Instead it stays in standby, red light. When remote tries to switch on, red ... A: There are many logic circuits and installed firmware on most LCD sets. Any malfunction can send the ... | |
| Magnavox color tv | 12/30/2011 |
| Q: Our 15 year old tv was on and working fine and suddenly blinked out. No lightning or obvious power ... A: Yes, there is an internal fuse but usually when it goes it means there is something that has caused ... | |
| pip stuck on screen | 12/30/2011 |
| Q: i have a sony trinitron tv model #kv-27566 made in 1999 the picture in picture seems to be stuck ... A: Sorry, I am not understanding the problem. Is the picture in the PIP locked to one channel only or ... | |
| Audio speaker fuses | 12/30/2011 |
| Q: I hope you can help me determine the bus fuse I need that are missing from a set of very nice ... A: The only one that makes any sense at all is 2.5 amps. The voltage should be 110 vac or more. And, ... | |
| indash dvd car gps lcd problem | 12/30/2011 |
| Q: i have a Lanzar SDBT79NV 7 indash dvd, all of the sudden while i was turning the unit on the screen ... A: Sorry, I don't have any personal experience with this model. If I were to troubleshoot the unit I ... | |
| Conia CL2401FHDVD | 12/29/2011 |
| Q: TV will not switch on. Instead it stays in standby, red light. When remote tries to switch on, red ... A: I think the best way to reset is to unplug power cord from the mains and leave idle for 4 hours or ... | |
| sanyo VHR 9370 | 12/28/2011 |
| Q: While cassette inside, power on for 5-10 seconds and power goes off. Cannot remove cassette A: It is difficult to say. Not enough detail or symptoms described for me to know how to guide you. ... | |
| sony tv kdl-40vl-160 | 12/28/2011 |
| Q: color distorted A: Not enough information to go on. The cause could be related to the main processing board. But, you ... | |
| mitsubishi tv | 12/27/2011 |
| Q: i had my front buttons locked on my tv and now i lost my remote. i went and got a universal remote ... A: You can try unplugging the power cord for 4 hours or overnight. That will work on some models but ... | |
| JVC Receiver RX-201-BK | 12/26/2011 |
| Q: Internal switches are clicking from all inputs ;tape 1 , tqpe 2 ;or radio and so shutting off ... A: Always repairable. Question is at what $$$. The symptoms you give are not conclusive as to whether ... | |
| hi | 12/26/2011 |
| Q: I want a remote model number for television panasonic sophia tc-21s72t.pls send the remote model ... A: Sorry, I could not find the service manual and parts list. It is too old to still be supported by ... | |
| RCA Model F27139GG Television | 12/25/2011 |
| Q: Recently had some problems with remote and Cablevision helped us fix it. But now we've lost the ... A: This is quite an old set. Manufacturers rarely keep supporting documentation for more than 6 to 8 ... | |
| LG Tv to wireless media box sound problem | 12/24/2011 |
| Q: I currently own : LG tv model 42LX6500 LG home theater model HX806PH LG wireless media box The ... A: Can I assume you are connecting via HDMI cables? If so, you must setup the tv for proper audio ... | |
| TV DAEWOO changed picture tube | 12/24/2011 |
| Q: 1) TV DAEWOO 20T2 (CP375). changed picture tube. problem need to enter the service mode to setting ... A: Sorry, there are no "free" service manuals for this model that I know of. But there are many Online ... | |
| 1994 Magnavox model#FP4630 | 12/24/2011 |
| Q: my picture is real fuzzy and almost everything is red or has a red tint to it A: This is long past the time when the manufacturer provides support services. My guess is the ... | |
| vcr picture quality | 12/23/2011 |
| Q: I have a 2 year old flat screen LCD tv,and a brand new VCR/DVD recorder/player combo unit.When I ... A: You did not give me the model number of the tv. But, I checked a couple of the Insignia operating ... | |
| Owners Manual Needed | 12/23/2011 |
| Q: I need an owners manual for the RCA Model F31672ET. I can't seem to find a free download for this ... A: According to my very old archive records this model was once supported by the rca.com web pages but ... | |
| rca modelf35050st home theater tv | 12/22/2011 |
| Q: tv was working good then the next morning it wouldnt come on you can hear the snap when you push the ... A: If the transponder failed you would still get a screen on the tv. So, it is more likely the tv has ... | |
| no sound | 12/21/2011 |
| Q: I hooked up my dvd player (RCA DRC257N) to my TV (JVC LT-32X576) with an HDMI Cable and get no ... A: This is an older dvd player and it may not be the latest HDMI standard. Have you tried the ... | |
| Hitachi 60" rear projection HD TV (HDMI) | 12/20/2011 |
| Q: Blue dots have started appearing on the screen. The dots are more visible when the background is ... A: Got to have the model number. Without the model number we don't know the technology of the set. ... | |
| adcom gtp 760 preamp/tuner | 12/20/2011 |
| Q: The adcom gtp 760 preamp/tuner is still turning on by itself after the power goes off and then comes ... A: Don't know. There may be an internal problem with the logic module or it may be the set has not ... | |
| mitsuybishi 65 dlp | 12/18/2011 |
| Q: i have a 65 inch mitsubishi dlp and my picture freezes for a second and has lines going thru it and ... A: Without model number cannot give specific information. However, there is lots of information about ... | |
| Cable TV Splitter | 12/18/2011 |
| Q: I am a newbie know nothing. I wanted to add a tv to my work desk, so I went out and bought a 4 way ... A: I don't think it will hurt to experiment with the connection configuration. The rf line is a ... | |
| black screen/Blinking red light | 12/17/2011 |
| Q: I have a Sony model kv32fs100. Once turned on, the screen goes black, the red light blinks 5 times. ... A: You can find the service manual for this model at: ... | |
| Cable TV Splitter | 12/17/2011 |
| Q: I am a newbie know nothing. I wanted to add a tv to my work desk, so I went out and bought a 4 way ... A: You can download the Motorola Verizon cable box here: ... | |
| rca tv r56 wh76 | 12/17/2011 |
| Q: i would like to know what type of speaker , watts and ohms to replace blown speaker. i have removed ... A: They should be 10w, 8 ohm impedance. Best way to find replacement is to take the old one with you ... | |
| SONY LCD Model KDL-37M4000 | 12/16/2011 |
| Q: I've been impressed with the quality of your answers, so I'm hoping that you can help with what ... A: That could be it. If so, you can verify it by going to this page: ... | |
| SONY LCD Model KDL-37M4000 | 12/16/2011 |
| Q: I've been impressed with the quality of your answers, so I'm hoping that you can help with what ... A: Take the "voltage regulator" out of the circuit. Connect the tv directly to the outlet. Now, see ... | |
| Picture Settings | 12/15/2011 |
| Q: I have a Telefunken rear projection tv model trp0043, I'm not sure how old it is but it was bought ... A: Could not find the owners manual for this model. But, mostly, universally speaking, you must have ... | |
| speaker sound | 12/15/2011 |
| Q: for some reason the sound is louder in my left front speaker then in my right front speaker. I have ... A: Do you have the owners manual? If not you can download it from here: ... | |
| TV problem | 12/14/2011 |
| Q: I have a Samsung model HL-R5667W built May 2005 model code HLR5667WX/XAA. Last time I turned it off ... A: Well, this is a DLP tv which not only has the lamp problem but color wheel and light engine parts ... | |
| picture will not show while standing upright | 12/14/2011 |
| Q: I can only see the picture when I angle the screen down a bit I have a sc-177dvd supersonic ... A: The tilt of the earth at New Jersey locations, it being close to the Atlantic Ocean causes an ... | |
| TV Repair Question | 12/14/2011 |
| Q: I have a Mitsubishi rear projection tv, model ws-a55. It is approximately 7 years old??? ... A: Based on your description I agree it looks like the convergence circuit is going bad. It is a common ... | |
| bravia kdf e50a12u | 12/14/2011 |
| Q: tv will switch on then flash red standby A: Probably needs a new lamp. Make sure you use an authorized, exact replacement as generics are ... | |
| no sound or audio | 12/13/2011 |
| Q: (MODEL NO. AV-28KM3SN )no sound or audio, I try to change the amplifier ic at the audio section but ... A: If you are getting sound from vcd or cd input but not when listening to tv then it means the main ... | |
| Technics ST-CH505 stereo system | 12/13/2011 |
| Q: I had a cd stuck within the cd unit and had to remove it from the system and shake it out. When I ... A: First, and always, reboot the system. To do this, make sure your connections; speakers, etc. are ... | |
| Sony Bavia Internet Video Not Available | 12/12/2011 |
| Q: i have a Sony 60inch Bravia EX720 With wired Internet connection since June. All of a sudden when ... A: Assuming there is no malfunction of the circuitry or Internet connections inside the tv it maybe ... | |
| no sound | 12/11/2011 |
| Q: We have a Sony Videoscope xbr 1997 Model number KP-61XBR48 The sound went off all of a sudden. We ... A: This model uses external speaker boxes that must be connected to the speaker output connections on ... | |
| Fuses | 12/11/2011 |
| Q: I need a very specific fuse. I need it to fix a small circuit board I guess it's called, so it has ... A: There are many, many possible choices depending on the type of fuse you are looking for. Start with ... | |
| adcom gtp-760 preamp/tuner & Adcom Ace 515 surge protector | 12/10/2011 |
| Q: when the power goes off and comes back on, my adcom gtp-760, which is plugged into an adcom ace 515 ... A: I would suspect the Adcom Ace to be the problem. It is a line conditioner as well as a surge ... | |
| tv channel change | 12/9/2011 |
| Q: my daughter has an older tv that came out of a hotel. the tv is set on channel 61 and it needs to be ... A: It depends on the vintage of the set. Some of the old hotel tv systems intentionally used channel ... | |
| No Sound | 12/8/2011 |
| Q: I have an old RCA Camcorder model CC250 and serial 830560623 and I'm having trouble with it ... A: I can only guess what might be the trouble zone. ONE: The microphone may be defective. TWO: The ... | |
| Remote Control Extender | 12/8/2011 |
| Q: My question is regarding the Next Generation Remote Control Extender I recently purchased. I ... A: Well, first of all, it does not work with all remotes under all circumstances. The unit works by ... | |
| Sony KV-36XBR800 won't turn on | 12/6/2011 |
| Q: Sir, I am looking for some help. My Sony KV-36XBR800 won't turn on... It will every once in a ... A: The blink codes are explained in a number of sites. Here is one that I like: ... | |
| AIWA NSX MT960 | 12/6/2011 |
| Q: Nothing on the system works, almost seems like there is a power issue. The display is blank no ... A: First thing to try, always, with consumer electronics products, is to do a power reset. This is ... | |
| Zenith TVSA1340 distorted picture | 12/5/2011 |
| Q: I am having a problem with a Zenith TVSA1340 13” TV/VCR unit. The picture is very distorted and ... A: Depending on the nature of the lines and if they are slowly scrolling upwards or downwards but in ... | |
| Hooking up the Bose 321 to a panasonic tv | 12/4/2011 |
| Q: I have a panasonic viera 50inch tv model number TC-P50S30 and I am trying to hook up my Bose 321, so ... A: The Bose unit you mention has both analog audio inputs and optical digital input on the back side ... | |
| Sony KF-50WE610 LCD HDTV Horizontal Lines | 12/2/2011 |
| Q: I have run across the AE thread concerning a fellow's Sony LCD HDTV KF-60WE610 with green horizontal ... A: I got no follow up comments from the other correspondents tv. Sorry. There are so many possible ... | |
| Sony TV repair | 11/14/2011 |
| Q: I have 10 year old Sony TV (Trinitron). When I switched ON TV, one sound came and it didn't get ... A: If it is major repair, best to replace the set. If it is a minor repair, maybe fix it if you can do ... | |
| Panasonic Viera TH50PV500A 50 inch | 11/13/2011 |
| Q: Above TV, about 7 or more years old has a buzzing sound coming intermittently from back of the ... A: How about when the set is turned off but still connected to the mains? If still some buzz, then ... | |
| Hitachi LCD rear projection tv problem | 11/12/2011 |
| Q: I have a rear projection Hitachi LCD television. It has a red to a pink hue in the middle of the ... A: This is one of the most troublesome sets from Hitachi - which, by the way, is generally a very good ... | |
| Hitachi LCD rear projection tv problem | 11/12/2011 |
| Q: I have a rear projection Hitachi LCD television. It has a red to a pink hue in the middle of the ... A: It is a light engine problem - which is well known an several models. You will need to get the ... | |
| Kenwood Stereo System | 11/12/2011 |
| Q: You had a similar question from Jill a few years back. I have a stacked Kenwood system and I've ... A: Yes, the model you have is very old and the possible causes of its failure to operate normally could ... | |
| display problem | 11/11/2011 |
| Q: i have Sony TV Trinitarian kV product year 1995 ,i know its too old but working great , lately the ... A: It is the classic sign of lost vertical deflection. The deflection amplifier needs repair. It is ... | |
| cross reference parts manual | 11/9/2011 |
| Q: I need to find where in Samswebsite do I find a manual for cross referenceing parts for being able ... A: Not sure what you mean by cross reference of parts. That is usually done at the parts supply house. ... | |
| Television hookups | 11/9/2011 |
| Q: I just purchased a new Samsung Model LN32D403E4DXZA Version SP01 flat screen television. I wanted to ... A: You will be best off using the composite inputs on the tv. This uses a cable with yellow for video, ... | |
| DVR wont boot | 11/8/2011 |
| Q: This started this past sat/sun night when we switched over to DST. The recorder was set to record ... A: Here is update procedure in case you replace the DVR with another of the same design: ... | |
| DVR wont boot | 11/8/2011 |
| Q: This started this past sat/sun night when we switched over to DST. The recorder was set to record ... A: Customer after-support is not high with many manufacturers, for sure. Yes, if under warranty I ... | |
| LCD TV Audio enhancement | 11/8/2011 |
| Q: Cleggsan: This is a simple question. I have an LCD TV (Best Buy Brand). I would like to engance the ... A: A receiver has the entire electronic systems for surround sound and switching and setting features. ... | |
| DVR wont boot | 11/8/2011 |
| Q: This started this past sat/sun night when we switched over to DST. The recorder was set to record ... A: My first advice, always, is to reboot but you have already done that and doesn't seem to help. ... | |
| LCD TV Audio enhancement | 11/8/2011 |
| Q: Cleggsan: This is a simple question. I have an LCD TV (Best Buy Brand). I would like to engance the ... A: The best solution would be the purchase of an external amplifier/speaker system. Could be ... | |
| Sony CRT TV KV-X257 - wrong voltages repair | 11/7/2011 |
| Q: My original problem was continuous blinking of the standby light. After some checks I put the set ... A: Yes, it is too difficult to say when wrong voltages are applied in electronic circuits. The ... | |
| Sony CRT TV KV-X257 - wrong voltages repair | 11/6/2011 |
| Q: My original problem was continuous blinking of the standby light. After some checks I put the set ... A: I understand the problem and know the dilemma clearly. However, it really needs a thorough ... | |
| Timer Light Flashing | 11/6/2011 |
| Q: JVC AV-36F802 from 2002. Has worked great until today. Only the timer light is flashing. Cannot turn ... A: Yes, a reset is a good idea. But, unplugging it is the method or reset for just about all tvs. ... | |
| JVC receiver auto shut off | 11/6/2011 |
| Q: I have a JVC RX-7010V audio receiver that I purchased approximately 10 years ago. I was playing a ... A: Did you try a reset? Do this by unplugging the power cord for at least one full hour. Then repower ... | |
| coaxial cable to rca | 11/5/2011 |
| Q: I am dropping my cable tv service and using Roku. I would like to use the existing coaxial cable in ... A: I don't understand the question. You want mono rather than stereo? Or, you HAVE mono instead of ... | |
| Toshiba TV problem | 11/5/2011 |
| Q: I have a Toshiba 52HM95 projection tv that i beleive something in the power is going out. Almost ... A: First: Unplug power cord for at least one full hour. Then try again. This is a reboot of the ... | |
| No power | 11/5/2011 |
| Q: I have an rca model hd52w59 that when you turn it on the power button flashes 3 times then goes out. ... A: This set is known to have power supply failures, convergence circuit failures and high voltage shut ... | |
| Fisher DAC 9025 Turntable Problem | 11/4/2011 |
| Q: I've attempted to play LP's on my turntable, but it automatically shifts from LP to CD, with the CD ... A: But it could be a stretched belt that is functioning only partially or something like that. In any ... | |
| repetitive click on Pioneer DVR 640H | 11/3/2011 |
| Q: Audio out from the unit to a Yamaha LS9-32 produces a consistent cycle of silence for a few seconds, ... A: First, try a hard reset to see if that will clear the problem. Do this by unplugging the power cord ... | |
| Remote Control | 11/3/2011 |
| Q: XS Sterio Commercial Skip: Does this TV have a remote control? If it does, what is the code for ... A: You are referring to the GE tv? You must obtain the booklet that comes with the remote you are ... | |
| Fisher DAC 9025 Turntable Problem | 11/2/2011 |
| Q: I've attempted to play LP's on my turntable, but it automatically shifts from LP to CD, with the CD ... A: This model has a history of throwing the drive belt out. Or, in some case it breaks. You can order ... | |
| Home theater receiver | 11/2/2011 |
| Q: I have a SONY STR-D350Z. While playing FM/AM everythings fine. Next Ill push any of the aux (phono, ... A: When you say plug in all - do you mean each? You should try just one at a time; only one channel of ... | |
| Blown fuse | 11/1/2011 |
| Q: I have a Toshiba 22lv525 Manufactured june 2008 BCD563030745 and it has a blown fuse and I have not ... A: Could not find any support listings for that model number. But, fuses are pretty standard items. ... | |
| Sony Super Wega 60": TV | 11/1/2011 |
| Q: The TV sight and sound go to black after being turned on for app. 5 minutes, the unit blinks about ... A: If you google for "sony blinking codes" you will find a page that gives you some advice. You will ... | |
| sony trinitron no audio video ok | 11/1/2011 |
| Q: I have a sony trinitron KV35s42, video signal good, sound with noise and very low with the volume at ... A: First thought is to have you check the MTS/SAP function. There is a button on the remote to switch ... | |
| dvd player | 10/31/2011 |
| Q: my dvd player only plays in black and white. No color. Any suggestions? A: Buy a new one. This is a sincere recommendation. Why? DVD players are what we call "throw-away" ... | |
| NO COLOR | 10/30/2011 |
| Q: i have a hitachi 50EX12BX projection tv. recently the color has gone from the screen. The sound ... A: This is classic symptoms of high voltage failure. It is caused, in almost all cases, by failure of ... | |
| 51" phillips magnavox got wet w/coolant | 10/30/2011 |
| Q: i replaced the coolant in the crt and when i attempted to dump the last one the screws evidently ... A: The coolant liquid is quite caustic and can cause permanent damage to the printed board material. ... | |
| Sherwood AMP S-6040 CP | 10/30/2011 |
| Q: You had helped with troubleshooting a problem on my AR9LS speakers. They are shot, so scrapped ... A: Question 1) Before checking the relays the relay driving circuit must be checked. If these relays ... | |
| No picture on my lcd sanyo | 10/30/2011 |
| Q: I have a 42 inch sanyo that has no picture. i have sound. i took the tv apart to see if anything was ... A: Sanyo makes several models in this size. Without the model number it is a guessing game because ... | |
| Sony GX47ES Receiver Audio Problems | 10/29/2011 |
| Q: I have a Sony GX47ES Receiver and am having problems with a buzzing sound on all inputs. In ... A: You can find the owners manual at: ... | |
| Mega-Storage Blu-ray , DVD & CD Changer | 10/28/2011 |
| Q: Of these two choices, which one would you consider better and why? Sony BDP-CX7000ES 400 Blu-ray ... A: Sure. But, according to the web page ... | |
| Mega-Storage Blu-ray , DVD & CD Changer | 10/28/2011 |
| Q: Of these two choices, which one would you consider better and why? Sony BDP-CX7000ES 400 Blu-ray ... A: I don't like doing equipment recommendations because there are so many subjective factors involved. ... | |
| arm of Fisher may be too heavy | 10/28/2011 |
| Q: I'm trying to use my old Fisher turntable. Markings include: MT 729 (c) Linear tracking stylus type ... A: This is a belt-drive mechanism. The belt is attached to a motor capstan and is routed around the ... | |
| Picture stays on without audio | 10/28/2011 |
| Q: I have an older Zenith 25" color TV (year 1984 or so), and I don't have the model number available ... A: Yes, it is an internal matter. It is not the main switch because if the power supply did not go off ... | |
| tv screen | 10/27/2011 |
| Q: My TV screen has red lines going through it on all presets. I have checked to see if the settings ... A: What is the model number of your tv? I need this to know what technology is used. From that I may ... | |
| Philips 32PF7531D/10 losing sound & switching off | 10/27/2011 |
| Q: Having just relocated house, we turned on our 4 year old Philips 32PF7531D/10 and discovered that ... A: Not certain but mostly certain the problem is in the power supply. It could be a bad board or the ... | |
| vizio tv | 10/26/2011 |
| Q: when i came home today my TV vizio vw37l had turned itself on with hor.lines in the screen that wont ... A: The lines (and in some cases dots) seem to be a recurring problem with this model. Have you read ... | |
| sanyo tv troubleshoot | 10/26/2011 |
| Q: i have a Sanyo model dp50749 one year old. The TV turns on but there is no picture at all, before ... A: There are so many possible causes it is scary. And, most of them do require a technician with ... | |
| plano tv | 10/26/2011 |
| Q: I have a samsung plano tv and the picture doesn't fit the screen.there's part of the text missing on ... A: Is not there a setting available through the remote control to alter the aspect ratio of the ... | |
| Home theater receiver | 10/25/2011 |
| Q: I have a SONY STR-D350Z. While playing FM/AM everythings fine. Next Ill push any of the aux (phono, ... A: Actually, this model goes back to 1995 or 1996 which is the very early days of home theater designs. ... | |
| How to Print a PDF Manual | 10/24/2011 |
| Q: cleggsan, for answering a previous question (way back in 2007) in which you gave the URL for ... A: But you can see the entire page on the monitor screen? Right? If you can see it you can print it by ... | |
| Picture stays on without audio | 10/23/2011 |
| Q: I have an older Zenith 25" color TV (year 1984 or so), and I don't have the model number available ... A: Yes, it could be. Does it goe off when you operate the OFF button on the front of the tv? If so, ... | |
| RCA DRC247N DVD player | 10/23/2011 |
| Q: My mother's RCA DVD player won't work. The display says "Root" & the tray won't open to remove the ... A: You can find the owners manual at this location ... | |
| CRT TV Picture Wavy | 10/23/2011 |
| Q: The Picture on my old CRT Tv is wavy on all the inputs, I cannot see the picure (just black and ... A: My quick guess is the power supply ripple filter has deteriorated allowing high level hum to get ... | |
| TV/VCR combo | 10/22/2011 |
| Q: We have a Panasonic TV/VCR combo, model PV-M2047. It "powers on" at all times during the day and ... A: Does the set work properly otherwise? Does it stay on when you turn it on to watch a program or a ... | |
| Scrambled picture | 10/22/2011 |
| Q: I have had 2 older CRT TV's develop the same condition over a 6 month period, both were hooked up to ... A: The first thought is it is not the tv(s) but the digital cable box! Ignoring that, the question is ... | |
| tunerless VCR | 10/22/2011 |
| Q: I am looking at getting my daughter a VCR for Christmas. I was looking at one on WalMart.com that is ... A: They will work with any tv that has the proper input connections; it must be compatible with the ... | |
| tunerless VCR | 10/21/2011 |
| Q: I am looking at getting my daughter a VCR for Christmas. I was looking at one on WalMart.com that is ... A: There are movies and tapes that are encoded with what is called "copyguard". This prevents the vcr ... | |
| tunerless VCR | 10/21/2011 |
| Q: I am looking at getting my daughter a VCR for Christmas. I was looking at one on WalMart.com that is ... A: The vcr is nearly obsolete. They are phasing out of business and no longer are in demand. The ... | |
| Sony LCD Bravia tv approx 42in and 3/4yo | 10/20/2011 |
| Q: ...I was watching tv and the screen froze. Thinking a transmission problem changed channel and that ... A: Sony has a diagnostic routine built into their electronic circuitry. The 2 blinks has a meaning. ... | |
| plasma shut off won't come back on | 10/19/2011 |
| Q: We have a 42" insignia flat screen plasma tv model#ns-pdp42 720p. It had been on about 15 minutes ... A: Have you contacted the Geek Squad? This set was made for BestBuy and they know the best on how to ... | |
| not powering on | 10/19/2011 |
| Q: phillips 650WBHDS2K5RF HDTV not powering up the power button will flash two times then nothing. I've ... A: This is an RPTV and suffers mostly from loss of high voltage and/or convergence issues. Chances are ... | |
| Sony Trinitron TV | 10/18/2011 |
| Q: I have a Sony Triniton TV and the timer standby button continues to flash RED = also, though, the tv ... A: Count the blinks and go to ... | |
| DVD player Cooling fan not working. | 10/17/2011 |
| Q: I have an older DVD home theater sound system. It was built in 2001 model # SC-HT70/SC-HT65 by ... A: This model is about 10 years old so it could be just about anything. There are numerous possible ... | |
| not powering on | 10/17/2011 |
| Q: phillips 650WBHDS2K5RF HDTV not powering up the power button will flash two times then nothing. I've ... A: Sorry, I don't know that model number and it does not come up on any of the reference sources. ... | |
| Universal Remote Control | 10/17/2011 |
| Q: I was recently given a Pioneer SD-P5191-K Projection Monitor TV that did not have an remote control; ... A: Did you enter the proper code into the remote? You must read the little booklet that came with the ... | |
| sears vcr internal reset button? | 10/16/2011 |
| Q: My sears VCR model#30360 (hi-fi) wont show any signs of life. It occurred after we had a 4 hour ... A: There is no reset on the vcr. It must be in need of service. But, first, check to make sure it is ... | |
| RCA TV | 10/16/2011 |
| Q: I have a RCA model 27v512t (Serial no F432cdo4u ) Tv shut off while watching it. Now when you try to ... A: The set will need service to restore its operation. The vertical deflection circuit has failed and ... | |
| CD Player doesn't start spinning | 10/16/2011 |
| Q: When I put a Compact Disc in my Sony CD player (model CDP M35) the disc doesn't start spinning at ... A: This is a very old cd player. Hard to believe it is still working! It goes back to 1987 or ... | |
| TV output to Subwoofer input | 10/14/2011 |
| Q: i was wandering if i could use a subwoofer as an external speaker for bass or rumbling effects for ... A: The Matrix output is a composite signal which contains all the audio of a 5.1 signal and is meant to ... | |
| RCA m61wh74 problem with picture | 10/14/2011 |
| Q: I have an RCA m61wh74. The picture goes out sometimes but the sound will still stay on. It is a ... A: This is a DLP model and may be in need of a new lamp. Please go to the bottom of the URL below and ... | |
| Pioneer Projection TV SD-P5191-K | 10/14/2011 |
| Q: TV is not responding to Universal Remote Control that I just purchase, made sure everything is ... A: It is possible the tv does not respond to the codes given in the little booklet that comes with the ... | |
| TV output to Subwoofer input | 10/14/2011 |
| Q: i was wandering if i could use a subwoofer as an external speaker for bass or rumbling effects for ... A: Don't think so. Does the tv have composite video and audio outputs? You could use them. Look, send ... | |
| Toshiba projection tv model TZ50V61 | 10/13/2011 |
| Q: Our TV worked fine the night before, got up and tried to turn it on and nothing happened. I noticed ... A: You must know the circuit and the electronic effect on that component if tested in the circuit. ... | |
| sony tv | 10/13/2011 |
| Q: i have a sony model kdl40v2500 when you turn it on you have nothing the standby light blinks 4 times ... A: According to the service manual the "4 blinks" means "backlight failure". Either the backlight must ... | |
| sony bravia/ black screen | 10/13/2011 |
| Q: 42 inch Sony Bravia, Model KDL-40S4100, Manufactured Nov 2008 My wife sat on the cable remote and ... A: You will probably need to go through the setup process and restart the auto tuning sequence. The ... | |
| cables | 10/13/2011 |
| Q: Is there a physical difference between component A/V cables and composite cables? I know the end ... A: The differences are electrical. The capacitance and stray magnetic properties of the component ... | |
| Philips Stereo | 10/13/2011 |
| Q: I have a Philips FWM575/37 mini stereo and I have been having some issues with the remote, thinking ... A: After sending off the reply to you I did a google search and found others had had similar complaints ... | |
| Philips Stereo | 10/12/2011 |
| Q: I have a Philips FWM575/37 mini stereo and I have been having some issues with the remote, thinking ... A: In my opinion it is not the remote or the IR rceiver but the electronic tracking system inside the ... | |
| wear and tear same for LCD TV? | 10/12/2011 |
| Q: I asked you about this a while back, about wear and tear on a TV (in that case, an old Sony ... A: Substantially the same. There is less heat produced from LCD technology than the tube sets so the ... | |
| Ongoing OHM Troubleshooting | 10/12/2011 |
| Q: Sorry to bother you and for being an electronic idiot. I am trying to get my head around this whole ... A: The dc resistance is always a little less than the rated impedance. If the speaker system is a 4 ohm ... | |
| external speaker sync | 10/11/2011 |
| Q: I cannot get the Samsung HW-D450 AudioBar to sync with my Samsung UN40D6000. The connection is via ... A: Oh! Thanks for the clarification. The problem is the audio leve of external outputs does not go up ... | |
| Toshiba projection tv model TZ50V61 | 10/11/2011 |
| Q: Our TV worked fine the night before, got up and tried to turn it on and nothing happened. I noticed ... A: The symptom you explained indicates the set has gone into protection mode. It has many possible ... | |
| external speaker sync | 10/11/2011 |
| Q: I cannot get the Samsung HW-D450 AudioBar to sync with my Samsung UN40D6000. The connection is via ... A: Does this unit have composite video and audio outputs? Have you tried the analog audio only to the ... | |
| 150 Sherwood | 10/11/2011 |
| Q: You've been helping me with the above hooked up to 2, AR9LS speakers. As mentioned, the 2 woofers ... A: If you have the suspect woofer out of the box, take some wires and connect it to the amplifier and ... | |
| RCA HDTV Monitor | 10/10/2011 |
| Q: RCA HDTV UL/FDA model: D52W23 January 2006 Service No. D52W23YX39 Unable get to the convergence ... A: If you are electronically inclined you can repair it for around $35. ... | |
| Remote not working | 10/10/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1986 Zenith/Bose SC2793P set that I am restoring. I had the back of the set off for a ... A: First put the remote up close to the eye on the tv and try it again. The ir eye may have slipped ... | |
| 150 Sherwood | 10/10/2011 |
| Q: You've been helping me with the above hooked up to 2, AR9LS speakers. As mentioned, the 2 woofers ... A: The ohmmeter connects across the speaker terminals (of the speaker box or of the terminals on the ... | |
| 150 Sherwood | 10/10/2011 |
| Q: You've been helping me with the above hooked up to 2, AR9LS speakers. As mentioned, the 2 woofers ... A: So, the left speaker and left amp are working ok. Right? Next, with amp off, disconnect the left ... | |
| stereo system | 10/9/2011 |
| Q: i have a glass acoustics stereo system and it is not turning on anymore. I changed it from 230 to ... A: Yes, I know it is a vacuum tube system. My answer remains the same. It has a transformer inside ... | |
| stereo system | 10/9/2011 |
| Q: i have a glass acoustics stereo system and it is not turning on anymore. I changed it from 230 to ... A: It will probably need service. The low voltage created a power supply problem when you switched it ... | |
| code | 10/9/2011 |
| Q: can you find code for Sylvania LCD HDTV--modle# LC321SSX--that will allow me to program comcast ... A: Does the remote you are using have search capability? This would allow you to scan through all the ... | |
| DVI in. No audio? | 10/8/2011 |
| Q: Good Evening, The DLP is a Samsung HLN617wx/XAA about 8 yrs old. I have always used component ... A: The early Samsung DLP DVI inputs were different on each set. Check your owners manual and it should ... | |
| tv repair | 10/8/2011 |
| Q: I have a 50 inch theatre view toshiba 11 yrs old, and everytime i turn it on it turns right back off ... A: You did not send the model number. Can't know its technology without it. Sorry. Most power ... | |
| TV locked | 10/7/2011 |
| Q: My Akai TV is showing message "TV locked" on a blue screen. And no other command is being accepted ... A: It has been locked out. You must consult the owners manual on the operation of the parental control ... | |
| the 30 yr old 150W Sherwood AMP etc. | 10/6/2011 |
| Q: You had gave me pointers on the thermal paste between the transistors and the heat sink. Before ... A: ONE: Speakers that "don't work" are dangerous to use until the problem is resolved. If the voice ... | |
| the 30 yr old 150W Sherwood AMP etc. | 10/6/2011 |
| Q: You had gave me pointers on the thermal paste between the transistors and the heat sink. Before ... A: These Teledyne AR Tower speakers are rated at 8 Ohms impedance but in actuality they are only about ... | |
| manuals | 10/6/2011 |
| Q: need manual for rca pic-pic model # F31672ET A: User manual is available for free download at retrevo.com or ... | |
| No picture on SONY WEGA Trinitron | 10/6/2011 |
| Q: I can hear the volume but no picture. Screen is black. No flickering, no snow, nothing. A: No model number so you make me guess. Is it an older crt set? If so, you will need repairs. No ... | |
| Problem with Aiwa CX-NMA945 | 10/5/2011 |
| Q: The display comes on and off at will, mostly off however and the volume control sometimes gets ... A: Yes, I have had questions on this model previously. I could not find any technical information on ... | |
| TV problem | 10/5/2011 |
| Q: I have a sony wega # KV-36HS510 When turning on the TV the standby indicator flashes and the TV will ... A: According to this explanation of the blinking codes for Sony CRT based technology: ... | |
| TV/video connections | 10/5/2011 |
| Q: including: • Samsung LN40D630 TV • Logitech Harmony One Universal Remote • LG BD630 Blu-Ray player ... A: There is no "right" way to hook them up. It is more a function of your system preference based on ... | |
| speaker | 10/4/2011 |
| Q: i have a 1994 tv model number zs-2601 i was wondering the speaker is off and dont know how to get ... A: I don't know that model and have no technical information on it. At that age it is most certainly a ... | |
| 50" Philips DLP | 10/3/2011 |
| Q: picture seems to be ok,but there seems to be some flickering in the back round. A: Without the model number can't give you anything specific. The model number is the key to its ... | |
| Toshiba dlp Model 65hm167 | 10/3/2011 |
| Q: Purchased tv in May 2007, after turning tv on, I get the yellow blinking light and no picture. This ... A: Did you check your owners manual on this issue? The manual has a special warning which may be the ... | |
| sonycolorrearvideoprojector/kp53hs10 | 10/3/2011 |
| Q: it was working fine once in a while the picture would blink and then it was ok had turned it off and ... A: This is a RPTV using crt projection tubes that operate with high voltage drive. There are many ... | |
| Citech television remote control | 10/2/2011 |
| Q: I am trying to find a substitute for a remote control for a Citech television, Model 20500. The ... A: That is because the tv you have is made by one of the big brand manufacturers and marketed by ... | |
| Older Stereo System | 10/2/2011 |
| Q: I have a 150W Sherwood AMP along with a Pre-Amp, powering AR tower speakers rated at 400W. All ... A: They must come out so you can replace the grease; then they can go back in if the have not been ... | |
| Older Stereo System | 10/2/2011 |
| Q: I have a 150W Sherwood AMP along with a Pre-Amp, powering AR tower speakers rated at 400W. All ... A: They are the only big heat sinks with power transistors mounted on them in the entire set. Further, ... | |
| Sony Tv KVSW21n50 | 10/2/2011 |
| Q: I have a problem on Sony TV kvsw21n50,retrce line visible and picture is not cleared,before when we ... A: It seems the vertical blanking circuit is not functioning properly. This circuit blanks out the ... | |
| tv | 10/2/2011 |
| Q: i have a 59 or 61 inch bigscreen when you try turning it on the red indicater light comes on then ... A: Without the model number it quite impossible to know what you are facing. There are so many ... | |
| Green tint | 10/2/2011 |
| Q: It happened every few months for about 20 min. Then popped back to normal color but now the green ... A: This is a commonly reported problem on this model. Often the cause is a bad connection from the ... | |
| Older Stereo System | 10/2/2011 |
| Q: I have a 150W Sherwood AMP along with a Pre-Amp, powering AR tower speakers rated at 400W. All ... A: The amp is overheating. They output transistors are mounted on a heat sink and the output ... | |
| JCV InteriArt TV stopped working after it fell | 10/1/2011 |
| Q: My JCV InteriArt TV stopped responding after my 2year old son pulled it off its table, making it ... A: It is impossible to say - from this long distance - what might have broken. It could be something ... | |
| tv picture pb. | 10/1/2011 |
| Q: The TV and cable turn on ,but the picture does not appear. A: Could be improper connection between cable box and tv. Have you checked that? Could be the tv is ... | |
| Broken RF connector | 10/1/2011 |
| Q: I have a SONY LCD Bravia model 40EX40B. The metal RF connector snapped off in back of the TV. There ... A: I think the back cover must be removed in order to get where you can solder the metal conductors ... | |
| RCA Colortrak 2000 cuts on and off repeatedly | 9/30/2011 |
| Q: I have an RCA Colortrak 2000 model glr2658P serial 522480234 mfd May 1985. Great sounding console ... A: You are right; it is a very old set. It is a marvel it is still working. I agree it is most likely ... | |
| Tv Repair issue | 9/30/2011 |
| Q: I have a Sony KP-51WS500 51" tv with a convergence problem, I replaced both stk 392 560 chips and ... A: Well, are you an experienced tech or DIY project expert? If you soldered the STKs in incorrectly or ... | |
| Second surge protector | 9/29/2011 |
| Q: After my cable box/DVR crashed the other day, the box was damaged and the cable company replaced it. ... A: No, what I am saying is the surge protector was probably insufficient and was, therefore, a factor ... | |
| Second surge protector | 9/29/2011 |
| Q: After my cable box/DVR crashed the other day, the box was damaged and the cable company replaced it. ... A: Surge protectors are often the enemy. In my humble opinion they are a waste of time and mostly they ... | |
| Citech television remote control | 9/29/2011 |
| Q: I am trying to find a substitute for a remote control for a Citech television, Model 20500. The ... A: You can contact the manufacturer and see if they can supply one for you; however, they are usually ... | |
| spots | 9/29/2011 |
| Q: I OWN A MITSUBISHI 1080DLP BIG SCREEN TV.A FEW DAYS AGO THE SCREEN HAD 5 WHITE DOTS ON IT,WE THOUGHT ... A: You must take the model number from the back side of the set and google for the model number and ... | |
| Hooking up a Playstation 2 and a VCR to a TV | 9/28/2011 |
| Q: I'm trying to hook up my Playstation 2 and my Panasonic VCR to my Philips Magnavox TV. I think I ... A: Did you tune your tv co channel 4? That is what the vcr is sending. The 3 cables from the ... | |
| tv brightness | 9/28/2011 |
| Q: I have a samsumg SAMSUNG HLS5686W rear projection tv. the picture started getting dim a couple of ... A: These DLP sets - many models and many brands - are prone to failure of the lamp, ballast and color ... | |
| VCR | 9/28/2011 |
| Q: I have a Samsung VCR Model #VR8460A. Recently the shows I tape appear in black and white. I don't ... A: Does it play other tapes, such as vhs movies, in color? If other tapes play in color then maybe the ... | |
| Samsung DLP Tv | 9/28/2011 |
| Q: I have a Samsung 61" DLP Tv Model# HLN617W and everytime we push the power button a small 6.3 amp on ... A: This set - and others like it - has three problems that cause this fuse to blow, so I have heard. ... | |
| zenith | 9/27/2011 |
| Q: i have a 27inch box zenith tv i have tried to reset it to factory settings it will say that the ... A: I cannot give you an answer without more information. Please reply after these comments and maybe ... | |
| reddish color and auto shut-off | 9/27/2011 |
| Q: I have a sony fd trinitron wega kv-36hs20, bought in 2002. Great tv! The picture is now always ... A: You are right. It is something serious and requires some further testing and diagnosis. The ... | |
| AIWA STEREO PROBLEM | 9/27/2011 |
| Q: RECENTLY I PURCHED A USED AIWA CX-NMA945 RADIO, CD, TAPE PLAYER. THE UNIT CAME WITH MAIN UNIT AND 5 ... A: I suggest you purchase the manual if you do not know how to hook up the 5 speakers. The manual is ... | |
| reddish color and auto shut-off | 9/26/2011 |
| Q: I have a sony fd trinitron wega kv-36hs20, bought in 2002. Great tv! The picture is now always ... A: Sony has a diagnostic code built into their sets of this vintage. With the set turned on watch the ... | |
| Samsung DLP w/ white spots on screen | 9/25/2011 |
| Q: I'm looking for the part(s) responsible for a growing number of white spots on my screen (all ... A: It's an ongoing problem: http://www.facebook.com/topic.php?uid=76261763079&topic=15000 This is a ... | |
| 5.1 home audio | 9/25/2011 |
| Q: have recently bought an RCA RTD325w 5.1 surround with an upconverter dvd(altho thats not an issue) ... A: My first guess, which came to me almost immediately upon reading your comments, is the streaming ... | |
| tv cutting out | 9/25/2011 |
| Q: I have a Samsung 61" DLP TV. Model # HLS6187WX/XAA When I turn the set on everything is fine for ... A: So, have you replaced the lamp? The owners manual that came with the set has a detailed explanation ... | |
| SONY Trinitron Color TV KV-35S42 Ser#9119186 | 9/25/2011 |
| Q: When I attempt to switch on the TV I hear a clicking sound & the TV comes on then goes off. A: It has gone into protection mode. This is caused when too much current is being drawn from the ... | |
| Troubleshooting for 2001 Phillips 64P8342 Television | 9/24/2011 |
| Q: Our Phillips 64P8342 projections screen television is having a difficult time. When we first got ... A: Hope you did not pay much for it - but that is another issue. Used RPTV now days are pretty much ... | |
| JVC single line | 9/24/2011 |
| Q: I have a JVC 13" TV, the screen goes black with a single horizontal white line, if I tap the cabinet ... A: It is in the vertical deflection circuit. Probably the vertical deflection output section, such as ... | |
| Screen tv making low pitch noise | 9/23/2011 |
| Q: I have a 41inch Westinghouse tv replaced power board and now whenever I turn it on it makes a low ... A: Answer this question, then reply with the answer and with the model number (must have a model number ... | |
| TV color | 9/22/2011 |
| Q: I have a 52' Hitachi sp50w Ultra vision Digital..The picture is fine but the color is off...tried ... A: It seems to me the lamp is bad or the wrong one. Did you change the lamp recently? The Hitachi ... | |
| Proscan PS32108 32" TV | 9/22/2011 |
| Q: The picture is mostly red with white horizontal lines going across the screen. Tried adjusting with ... A: That model number does not come up with any technical information. Sorry. However, the lines are ... | |
| sony 40 kdl 3000 | 9/22/2011 |
| Q: i have a white screen on this tv. it,s out of warranty being about 3 years old , one day it suddenly ... A: This is the old ailment we call "intermittent connection" which in older sets was very common but in ... | |
| GE VCr model#4043 | 9/22/2011 |
| Q: This is from 1998, but has worked fine up till last night. It is hooked up to our 32" flat screen. ... A: It is really difficult to tell by what little you have conveyed. There are many possible causes of ... | |
| Ferguson FL 17 DX5 | 9/21/2011 |
| Q: I purchased the above television about 3/4 years ago and it has developed a fault. After about ... A: This a classical symptom of the main power supply gone bad. Unfortunately, there are many other ... | |
| pioneer elite rear projection TV | 9/21/2011 |
| Q: When i turn this tv on it immediately goes right off. Have tried unplugging Any answers A: It is usually one of two things: - Bad power supply - Convergence circuit shorted down. Repair ... | |
| no sound | 9/20/2011 |
| Q: Any idea what to look for on my Hitachi 53UWX10BA tv. It now has no sound. Everything else appears ... A: First thing coming to mind is the internal settings for the audio system. Go to page 59 of your ... | |
| No Antenna Channels | 9/19/2011 |
| Q: I have a Mitsubishi WS-65515 model TV, I recently cancelled my cable, and hooked up some rabbit ... A: I am inclined to agree with the TV people. If it was working somewhat with rabbit ears and then it ... | |
| female stereo jack wiring | 9/19/2011 |
| Q: how do I wire a stereo min-jack to a car stereo speaker system ? A: Not sure I understand what you are wanting to do. ONE: If you want to feed a iPod or mp3 player ... | |
| TOSHIBA CINEMA SERIES MODEL TN55V71 | 9/18/2011 |
| Q: PURCHASED IN 2000 THIS HAS BEEN A GREAT SET. SUDDENLY AND AFTER THE CLEANING LADY MOVED IT A ... A: Well, did you move it back to it original position? Did it work ok? It is possible the movement ... | |
| JVC convergence | 9/18/2011 |
| Q: I have a JVC I'art Pro 48 inch tv, Model number AV-48WP74. I'm having focusing problems. The ... A: The convergence circuit has gone bad and needs repair. Adjustments will not solve this problem. Why ... | |
| tv repair | 9/18/2011 |
| Q: I have a Toshiba 50H82 tv and rhe colours have started separating. A: If by colours separating you mean the image is double or triple then you have a failed convergence ... | |
| Panasonic LCD Rear Projection won't turn on | 9/18/2011 |
| Q: I have a Panasonic 45LC12 LCD rear projection tv that only shows a green blinking light when I press ... A: Have you googled this model number and looked at the troubles others have been reporting? If you do ... | |
| Emerson TV vs Sanyo VCR/DVD | 9/17/2011 |
| Q: TV DSIA 102218263624 - LC 220EM12 purchased 9/20/10; VCR DVW 7299 prox 6 months ago. Server DirecTV. ... A: Sorry, neither of the model numbers you gave, the Emerson TV and the Sanyo DVD/VCR, show up on any ... | |
| Toshiba 19LV610C Sound problems | 9/17/2011 |
| Q: I have lost sound on about half of the channels on this TV. Those that work are fine, those that ... A: First guess would be problems with the cable company or video feed to the tv. Second guess would be ... | |
| toshiba 42" | 9/17/2011 |
| Q: I was given a Toshiba 42" flat screen.. The power will not come on. The light down below doesn't ... A: Without the model number I can give you only generic information. The model number is the key to ... | |
| zenith model no a27a11d | 9/15/2011 |
| Q: i have a zenith model no a27a11d chassis no ga-2 i need to know the part descriptsion and value of ... A: I believe it is a 1000 pf rated for 2,000v. You can check it with Zenith, now LG, service and ... | |
| 1970's Mitsubishi Video Scan System | 9/15/2011 |
| Q: i have a 1970's Mitsubishi Video Scan System, its the floor model with 3 lamps, model no.VS-707U, ... A: Try this for an evaluation report on its worth: ... | |
| mitsubishi medallion 1080 | 9/14/2011 |
| Q: I'm replying back to Allan's e-mail the model# is ws-65869.Regarding the power button when i click ... A: Sorry, I don't have any communication with Allan - - but he is super smart and does not make many ... | |
| Sanyo t.v. won't turn on | 9/14/2011 |
| Q: I have a Sanyo DP 47460 LCD t.v. that I bought back in February of this year. It has worked fine ... A: Here is one supplier of boards for your model: http://www.shopjimmy.com/sanyo-dp47460 There are ... | |
| VCR HOOKUP | 9/13/2011 |
| Q: I HAVE A RELATIVELY NEW SAMSUNG 52" TV AND AN OLD VCR. IS THERE ANY WAY, USING A TV CONVERTER BOX, ... A: Without the model numbers for the tv and the vcr I cannot tell you. The model numbers are the key ... | |
| dark screen on Sharp TV | 9/12/2011 |
| Q: SHARP Linytron TV model #19RP519, serial # 342789, manufactured in Oct. 1989. A friend gave me an ... A: Try the Dollar Tree remote. It should work with this unit just fine. Yes, it is $1.00. The remote ... | |
| Philips tv wont turn all the way on | 9/10/2011 |
| Q: I have a flat screen lcd tv. When I went to turn it on it powered up and the "Philips" start up ... A: It must go to service. There is a bad board or something that is not allowing it to come all the ... | |
| Mitsubishi VS-5051 | 9/10/2011 |
| Q: I have a Mitsubishi VS-5051 Projection t.v. It's been a good t.v., lately when I turn it on, it ... A: Then, my guess would be there is power supply or voltage regulator circuit going bad. But could ... | |
| Tray Error (won't open) | 9/10/2011 |
| Q: The tray on my APEX DIGITAL DVD PLAYER, Model DVX-811, won't open when I try with either the remote ... A: Unplug the power cord of the dvd player for at least 1/2 hour. Then try again. This should reset ... | |
| Sony KV32V65 - No Picture, Sound, Standby Flashing Continuously | 9/10/2011 |
| Q: Sony Trinitron KV32V65 Standby/Timer flashing constantly. No Picture on any video/aux setting. ... A: If you go to this page: ... | |
| magnavox tv | 9/9/2011 |
| Q: I have a Magnavox model number 32MF338B/F7, which I bought almost three years ago. The tv works fine ... A: LCD sets are just now catching up with the older crt tube type sets in reliability. Some of the ... | |
| cable connection for tv | 9/8/2011 |
| Q: i have an rca colortrak 2000 invar. cannot get to work with cable. it was connected to analog ... A: It is a very old analog tv and can receive only analog tv signal. As you stated, it will work with ... | |
| 50 inch Panasonic lcd TV | 9/8/2011 |
| Q: How do I get my tv out of protection mode? A: It must be repaired. Probably needs a new power supply board - or something like that. If still ... | |
| Sony KF60we610 has horizontal lines? | 9/7/2011 |
| Q: I have a Sony KF60WE610 that has horizontal lines from top to bottom of picture. When the TV is ... A: Good. Lots of work. Appreciate that! I think you are on the right track. The menu text comes ... | |
| TV Repair | 9/6/2011 |
| Q: I have a 23" Sylvania with built in dvd/vcr. Model # SRCD223B..The connector on the back where you ... A: You sound like a very resourceful person. Here is what you can do if you are brave: Unplug the ... | |
| TV Repair | 9/6/2011 |
| Q: I have a 23" Sylvania with built in dvd/vcr. Model # SRCD223B..The connector on the back where you ... A: Well, the loose or intermittent connection could be either in the connector on the set or on the ... | |
| Sony KF60we610 has horizontal lines? | 9/5/2011 |
| Q: I have a Sony KF60WE610 that has horizontal lines from top to bottom of picture. When the TV is ... A: It is really a trial and error process. For example, it could be the voltage level to one of the ... | |
| Hitachi 53uwx10ba convergence | 9/5/2011 |
| Q: I have a hitachi 53uwx10ba that is a couple of years old. As of recent everything has a red shadow ... A: It's a common problem and requires repair to the convergence circuit which has failed. Yes, by all ... | |
| Problems with my 55 inch Toshiba Flat screen | 9/4/2011 |
| Q: I'm having an issue with my Toshiba flat screen. It just started yesterday, for some odd reason when ... A: Probably the power supply is failing. It could be any of a number of causes. A common failure of ... | |
| outdoor antenna connected to existing cable | 9/3/2011 |
| Q: I cancelled my cable service. I live in NW Indiana. The cable was coming from the cable company ... A: A splitter will cause loss of signal - at least 3db. You should try disconnecting the splitter and ... | |
| troubleshooting | 9/3/2011 |
| Q: Hi i have a 1994 big screen mitsubishi tv and theres no piture but has volume and shows color when ... A: Sorry, not enough detail of the symptoms given to allow a confident prediction. However, common ... | |
| Pioneer car stereo | 9/1/2011 |
| Q: I recently installed a Pioneer DEH-4300UB head unit with TS-G6843R and TS-G1643R speakers into my ... A: Good grounds are always important. I suggest you go to chassis metal-to-metal ground if you can ... | |
| rca tv | 8/31/2011 |
| Q: I have a rca rear projection tv model r52wh74 when i turn the tv on it makes a cherp sound three ... A: I am not certain - it is hard to find service information on this model - but the error code you ... | |
| toshiba model 36A43 won't turn on | 8/31/2011 |
| Q: I have a Toshiba model 36a43 tv. When I tried to turn it on with the power button on the front of ... A: This condition is because the set has gone into protection mode. This is caused when the protection ... | |
| morse electrophonic | 8/31/2011 |
| Q: im trying to find value on a old stereo my grandma has. i cant find any info on the internet. its a ... A: Morse Electrophonic is a Canadian manufacturer. They are of "medium quality and design" range of ... | |
| Stereo | 8/31/2011 |
| Q: I have 2 RCA audio units, both of which i have managed to fry. One is for a stereo with two low ... A: Can't offer much help without the model numbers. The model number tells us everything about the ... | |
| sony stereo | 8/30/2011 |
| Q: Sony stereo mod #str-de597 Power went out came back on protection cct on power supply problem ? A: Do a reset: Unplug the power cord for at least 1/2 hour; then power up again and see if that ... | |
| tv picture | 8/30/2011 |
| Q: i have a 2001 mitsubishi medallion 1080i 65" projection tv. it still works great but recently from ... A: I would have to know more about the symptoms in order to make a guess. It could be something ... | |
| Sylvania SSC130 TV/VCR menu reset | 8/30/2011 |
| Q: Is there a 'secret' or technician's special trick/way to reset the OSD picture controls without ... A: Chances are there is something that has failed inside the set; it should not be difficult to bring ... | |
| TV panasonic | 8/29/2011 |
| Q: When adjust screen at flyback or adjust brightness/contrast at menu program, picture drop at ... A: Yes, extreme settings often send the circuits into an out or range condition. If normal range ... | |
| Panasonic TV model PT-53TW53G | 8/29/2011 |
| Q: Images on the screen have a blue,red and green outline, What could be the problem? A: This is most likely the convergence circuit going/gone bad. It is expensive to repair because it ... | |
| 720p HD help | 8/29/2011 |
| Q: I know None HD is 480i at 29.97 fps at 60Hz. But 720p HD is I think 25 fps am I right? And is ... A: Yes, analog tv is a line generated display and in the NTSC format it is produced by interleaving the ... | |
| 720p HD help | 8/28/2011 |
| Q: I know None HD is 480i at 29.97 fps at 60Hz. But 720p HD is I think 25 fps am I right? And is ... A: It is a little more complicated than that. Here is a chart from wikipedia on the frame rate ... | |
| What am i doing wrong? | 8/28/2011 |
| Q: I hooked all my surround sound speakers up and getting nothing. I hook up my front speakers only the ... A: Speaker switch is set for B channel. Try the A channel. Check the speaker connections on the back ... | |
| TV TURNS ON BUT HAS PICTURE | 8/27/2011 |
| Q: I HAVE A 60" BIG SCREEN BY PHILIPS AND WHEN WE TURN IT ON IT WILL GO THRU IT PROCESS AND THERE IS NO ... A: Do reset first to see if that helps: Unplug the power cord for at least a couple of hours. If no ... | |
| Brand New Zenith will not turn on | 8/27/2011 |
| Q: About a month ago, we purchased a 50" Zenith Plasma TV. I tried to turn it on the other day, and ... A: Yes, take it back or have the service company come and service it. The main power board is probably ... | |
| sub-woofer cord for a MC-DX15 cd player | 8/27/2011 |
| Q: Where can I get a new one? Pins damaged either end. A: Did you try Teac? Do you have the original owners manual that comes with the unit? It will/should ... | |
| Toshiba TV | 8/27/2011 |
| Q: My Toshiba TV, model 32A32, gets power but the screen and sound will not come on. When the TV is ... A: Did you do a hard reset? This is done by unplugging the power cord for at least 3 hours or ... | |
| Realistic Clarinette 102 | 8/26/2011 |
| Q: i have a AM/FM 8track cassette and turntable unit from Radio Shack from around 1984. I have a slight ... A: It most likely needs a new belt - which drives the turntable platter. The belt deteriorates with ... | |
| TV Philips color intermitent function | 8/25/2011 |
| Q: TV Philips model 20GX3556/50M - problem color intermittent function. just black and white. Already ... A: This is multi-format tv and could be doubly difficult troubleshooting! But, you did not mention ... | |
| RCA Truflat TV 27" | 8/25/2011 |
| Q: My Tv channel searches during normal watching all by itself I unplugged and when I plugged in after ... A: It's an RCA (known for less than average reliability). It's an old set. It may be getting tired and ... | |
| JVC | 8/25/2011 |
| Q: I HAVE A JVC INTERI ART 32D40BK RECENTLT I HAVE LOST SEVERAL CHANNELS AL FROM BBC ALL OTHER CHANNELS ... A: So? Do you have a problem or not? Seems you switched the power off and got the channels back so ... | |
| TV Philips color intermitent function | 8/25/2011 |
| Q: TV Philips model 20GX3556/50M - problem color intermittent function. just black and white. Already ... A: Color separator circuit. Check that. I do not have schematic so I cannot tell you where to look, ... | |
| RCA TruFlat 26" Turns itself off | 8/24/2011 |
| Q: I have an RCA Truflat CRT TV that turns itself off after a random amount of time. It used to do it ... A: You didn't include the most important information: The model number. The model number tells us all ... | |
| wear and tear question | 8/24/2011 |
| Q: The only other person in this category (there are only 2) said my question was out of his expertise. ... A: Turning the tv off and on is very stressful on the electronic parts inside the set. The temperature ... | |
| 60" Sharp TV | 8/23/2011 |
| Q: We bought this Sharp Aquos Quatron 60" LED flat screen TV just under 6 months ago. 2 days ago it ... A: So, you have done a hard reset by unplugging for a couple of hours. After that the sound came back ... | |
| Outdoor Stereo Speakers | 8/22/2011 |
| Q: I currently have 2 outdoor speakers wired to my receiver. I want to add 1-2 more speakers closer to ... A: Yes, wireless speakers are a good solution and there is no significant electrical delay in doing so. ... | |
| Swiffer stik wet jet | 8/21/2011 |
| Q: I applied a 20 dc to the recharge socket of a Swiffer vacuum /floor mop.In a little while smoke from ... A: You must have a charger with the right polarity and taper charge circuit! In your case it seems to ... | |
| magnavox TP3296 B103 | 8/21/2011 |
| Q: I had another TV given to me and I'm trying to set the remote for the channels I had with the other ... A: The TP3296 B103 model is too old to find documentation on it so I could not look it up. But, here ... | |
| convergence problem | 8/20/2011 |
| Q: What would be the correct part # for convergence chips for a mitsubishi WS 55819 TV. How much ... A: First, I suggest you consider a repair kit which contains the two chips as well as other parts that ... | |
| RE: | 8/19/2011 |
| Q: I have a RCA guide plus gold gemstar and the t.v looks zoomed in and I don't know what to do? A: Do you mean the picture is bigger than the size of the tube screen? Is it bigger in the vertical or ... | |
| New flyback causing vertical jitter on Zenith SC2793P | 8/18/2011 |
| Q: I was able to find a substitute flyback for my zenith 95-3763-03 XFMR which I corresponded with you ... A: Did you look here: http://www.schematicsforfree.com/archive/dir/Video/Products and maybe you can ... | |
| lg tv help | 8/18/2011 |
| Q: respected sir, i have lg crt tv 20" golden eye plus model no. CF-20D33E bought in ... A: LG is really tricky to get into the service mode where adjustments can be made. ONE: Try pressing ... | |
| Toshiba TV reset button | 8/18/2011 |
| Q: We had a power surge, and our tv shut down. When we tried to turn it back on, it shuts right back ... A: You can try a reset but it is more likely the set has a failure in the power supply. RESET: Unplug ... | |
| New flyback causing vertical jitter on Zenith SC2793P | 8/16/2011 |
| Q: I was able to find a substitute flyback for my zenith 95-3763-03 XFMR which I corresponded with you ... A: My thought is the vertical stability control may be needing an adjustment. For Zenith sets I think ... | |
| Using TV and Stereo Outdoors | 8/16/2011 |
| Q: I have a large flat-screen Samsung (NOT and outdoor model) and an Onkyo stereo system in my cabana ... A: The specifications listed inside the owners manual will usually give the temperature conditions. ... | |
| Global_Tech LCD1901DD Television | 8/16/2011 |
| Q: Every so often my tv screen goes black with no picture but still has sound. When it is turned off ... A: First try jiggling and wiggling the set; gently slap the back side of the chassis with your hand or ... | |
| hitachi 61 inch tv | 8/15/2011 |
| Q: I have a 61inch hitachi model #61swx12b and my picture just went haywire on me I had a perfect ... A: Sounds like the convergence circuitry has gone bad - not at all uncommon. Two choices. ONE: Shop ... | |
| sony 36 inch tv | 8/14/2011 |
| Q: we moved it around the room and the screen picture is tilted to the right , can you please tell me ... A: So, what happens if you move it back to the original position? And, are there any large magnetic ... | |
| Sanyo television | 8/14/2011 |
| Q: I have a 32 inch standard Sanyo television that was passed on to me. I don't know the model number ... A: First try a hard reset: Unplug the power cord for at least 2 or 3 hours. Overnight may be best. ... | |
| Turntable | 8/13/2011 |
| Q: I have a Jensen JTA-220 turntable that isn't working. It's brand new and it started playing my 33's ... A: Well, first, do a power reset: Turn set off. Unplug the power cord for 1/2 hour. Then try it again. ... | |
| turntable | 8/12/2011 |
| Q: I have a Morse solid state stereophonic high-fidelity am/fm/turntable in cabinet model #73682.The ... A: I suspect what has happened is this. It is an older unit and I can only go by memory because I ... | |
| no puedo conectar mi videogames2 a mi televicion panasonic | 8/12/2011 |
| Q: hola conecto todos los cables de mi videogames 2 gameinis y no funcion nada por favor me pueden dar ... A: English: I can not connect my panasonic videogames2 my televicionhello all cables connect my 2 ... | |
| Dead TV | 8/11/2011 |
| Q: I have 14" color television set but don't work and TV set are already dead no power indictor on. I ... A: Flyback transformer will stop high voltage and stop raster but sound will continue. Bad HOT will ... | |
| Power Issues - Septre X320BV-FullHD HDTV LCD | 8/10/2011 |
| Q: My tv (Septre X320BV-FullHD) keeps shutting itself off after being in use for a variable period of ... A: My guess would be the power supply board needs repaired or replaced. Could also be a bad backlight ... | |
| Dead TV | 8/10/2011 |
| Q: I have 14" color television set but don't work and TV set are already dead no power indictor on. I ... A: Most common cause for lost voltage line coming out of power supply is 1) bad diode in rectifier ... | |
| fisher mc755 turntable st=707j tone arm | 8/10/2011 |
| Q: I recently purchased this system. I purchased a replacement stylus to check out the turntable, ... A: You can purchase the manual for the Fisher TT online over the Internet if you really need it. I ... | |
| RCA MODEL 27R410T | 8/9/2011 |
| Q: after the tv is on for 15 to 20 minutes it shuts off , as the screen turns off it tends to go gray ... A: You said the screen goes gray? Does that mean there is a raster (scanning lines but not video ... | |
| Marantz amp 1180 w/Marantz tuner 2110 | 8/9/2011 |
| Q: I hooked them up and no sound A: Do you have another amp or stereo that you can plug the Marantz tuner into? Then check it out. Do ... | |
| Mitsubishi HD1080 projection tv | 8/8/2011 |
| Q: This tv is an older model, about 8 yrs old, and recently the picture is scrambled on many channels ... A: OK. I pulled up the service manual on this model. The spec sheet is attached. According to this, ... | |
| Mitsubishi HD1080 projection tv | 8/8/2011 |
| Q: This tv is an older model, about 8 yrs old, and recently the picture is scrambled on many channels ... A: Woops, you forgot to give the model number. It tells everything about your set; without it we are ... | |
| Sony LCD Projection TV | 8/8/2011 |
| Q: The problem is when you first turn the television it works perfectly for the first minute or so ... A: Try powering it off a couple of times and see if this helps. Unplug the tv for one hour; then try ... | |
| Sanyo TV sound not working | 8/7/2011 |
| Q: Sanyo Model DS20930-sound not working-picture works-This TV is about 10 years old. Thank you, Susan ... A: yes, use the arrow keys to move up and down the features. use the vol+ and vol- keys to move across ... | |
| TV | 8/7/2011 |
| Q: I have a RCA rear projection big screen TV. We were watching it when it shut off by itself. The ... A: Without the model number we cannot know the exact technology of your set. However, this seems to be ... | |
| Sanyo TV | 8/7/2011 |
| Q: I have a 2009 Sanyo plasma TV. Model DP50719.I turn it on and I have a black screen. There is no ... A: This is a common problem on this model and there are lots of comments on Internet forums from others ... | |
| Sanyo TV sound not working | 8/7/2011 |
| Q: Sanyo Model DS20930-sound not working-picture works-This TV is about 10 years old. Thank you, Susan ... A: Yes, you must enter the right button to find the audio settings. It is shown clearly in the owners ... | |
| tv won't turn on | 8/6/2011 |
| Q: "My four year old 37" Polaroid LCD flat screen model # FLM-373B, won't turn on, the light turns blue ... A: You can find your owners manual at the link below: ... | |
| Sanyo TV sound not working | 8/6/2011 |
| Q: Sanyo Model DS20930-sound not working-picture works-This TV is about 10 years old. Thank you, Susan A: First, do a hard reset: Unplug the power cord for a couple of hours, then try again. Secondly, go ... | |
| kdsA2000 sony tv | 8/6/2011 |
| Q: the center of pic is a big yellow dot u can watch the tv but the center is yellow ?? A: According to this link: ... | |
| tv won't turn on | 8/6/2011 |
| Q: My 32" Polaroid LCD flat screen won't turn on, the light turns blue like it's going to but doesn't. ... A: Woops. You forgot to send the model number. The model number tells everything about the technology ... | |
| RCA TV | 8/5/2011 |
| Q: I have an RCA L32HD31 that just turned off. We tried to turn it back on and the light at the bottom ... A: Take a look here where you can see comments from others about this model having no power: ... | |
| Sound | 8/5/2011 |
| Q: I have a 2000 RCA direct view t.v and the sound went out the model number is f38310jx3 thanks A: There are many possibilities. Here are some you can check. - Go into menu and make sure audio ... | |
| Sony Rear Screen Projection TV turns green | 8/4/2011 |
| Q: I have a Sony KP-51WS520 rear screen projection tv that has trouble when the screen has a lot of ... A: First try the wiggle and jiggle. Since the video you report to be good on regular normal channels ... | |
| Alpine am/fm cassette 7548 with alpine cd player 5902 | 8/4/2011 |
| Q: CD in cd player.unable to eject cd. cd player power will not come on..radio or tape can not be heard ... A: I think a reset may help this problem. You must remove total power from the entire Alpine system ... | |
| polaroid goes black | 8/4/2011 |
| Q: trouble with polaroid lcd tv model tla-1511c,was going black for a few seconds,tested all caps in ... A: Polaroid is best place to go. I made a quick search but did not find anything - as you have ... | |
| TV problems | 8/4/2011 |
| Q: I bought a 37' RCA tv from the habitat for humanity a week ago. It has been working fine until last ... A: You forgot to send the model number. Without it we cannot know the technology of the set. The ... | |
| Usuable signal | 8/3/2011 |
| Q: I have a RCA 32" that was manufactured in 1997 model number is f27683gy. I was given this tv by a ... A: Let me understand the problem: The audio is working fine with all signal sources but the video is ... | |
| hifi system connection to tv | 8/3/2011 |
| Q: please advise how i can connect following hifi system to my dvd player Toshiba SD-1800 presently ... A: The connection of the 4 ohm speakers could be dangerous for the receiver. It depends on how robust ... | |
| Sony Trinitron Tv - how to set Tv to S-Video input? | 8/2/2011 |
| Q: We have a Sony Trinitron TV model KV-36FV27. Unsure when manufactured; we've had it for 9 years. ... A: You can use S-Video to the tv if the cable box has S-video output. Then select for S-video on the ... | |
| Identifying capacitor | 8/1/2011 |
| Q: I have a capacitor that is testing open on my TV's power board. It looks like a resistor. The ... A: Yes, it is 4700 picofarads or .0047 microfarads. It is a 5% tolerance and designed for high ... | |
| Magnavox/energy star | 8/1/2011 |
| Q: for Magnavox Flat Panel Television 5mp392h/17 Energy star 52",these T.V. was given to me work fine ... A: Here is my suggestion: http://www.tvrepairkits.com/xcart/product.php?productid=23571 If you can ... | |
| Magnavox/energy star | 8/1/2011 |
| Q: for Magnavox Flat Panel Television 5mp392h/17 Energy star 52",these T.V. was given to me work fine ... A: Sorry to say, this is a failure of the convergence circuitry in the set. Some old Magnavox sets ... | |
| G.E. Gemstar Guide Plus | 8/1/2011 |
| Q: I bought this tv through private party a few years ago. As time has gone by we have gotten a new ... A: It is an old model. The problem is that big screen rear projection sets have been replaced in the ... | |
| sony kdp57ws550 | 7/31/2011 |
| Q: has sound but no picture front console blinks red ten times, any help? A: According to most diagnostics for the CRT based RPTVs from Sony, 10 blinks points to loss of high ... | |
| Mitsubishi VS-5051 | 7/31/2011 |
| Q: I have a Mitsubishi VS-5051 Projection t.v. It's been a good t.v., lately when I turn it on, it ... A: When you say it stops what does that mean? Does the sound keep going? Does the screen go totally ... | |
| hitachi 60ex38b | 7/31/2011 |
| Q: I have a hitachi 60ex38b projection tv and the pic will go from full screen to a oval in the center ... A: Do you know how to check the dc voltage line to the deflection circuits? That is my first ... | |
| hifi system connection to tv | 7/31/2011 |
| Q: please advise how i can connect following hifi system to my dvd player Toshiba SD-1800 presently ... A: The tv does not have a speaker output. It does have audio line level outputs which can feed into an ... | |
| Sony KDL-32EX400 | 7/30/2011 |
| Q: My 10 month old TV turned off as I was watching it last Sunday. I checked the power supply (it was ... A: How did you check the power supply and how do know it is good? It is not an easy task to do. The ... | |
| sony dvd player | 7/30/2011 |
| Q: i have sony dvd player DVP-NS67P model my player is running the CD vary well but it doesnot running ... A: It is an old and now obsolete player. Perhaps the discs you are using are incompatible or more ... | |
| Buying TV | 7/30/2011 |
| Q: Sir, I have very less information in buying TV. So please help me find the right tv. I want to buy ... A: Sorry, I do not make equipment purchase recommendations. Why? Because there are so many subjective ... | |
| RCA TV | 7/29/2011 |
| Q: I have an RCA Entertainment Series TV. 35 inch. I won't turn on, but the on/off button blinks. We ... A: Without a model number it is not possible to know the technology of the set; every tv is different ... | |
| lamp in flat screen | 7/29/2011 |
| Q: Does a 42" flat screen tv even contain a lamp, and what is the average repair cost? I was looking ... A: Some do have a lamp and/or back light and some do not. You did not send the model number so I ... | |
| polaroid goes black | 7/28/2011 |
| Q: trouble with polaroid lcd tv model tla-1511c,was going black for a few seconds,tested all caps in ... A: I think it is a main pc board problem. you may find the replacement board costing too much ... | |
| television problem | 7/28/2011 |
| Q: I have an RCA television Model# 20F424T. It has begun turning itself on, the picture will then ... A: This is a quite common type problem with RCA brand sets. It involves the controller IC circuitry. ... | |
| dvd will not finalise | 7/28/2011 |
| Q: I have successfully copied a number of VHS tapes onto dvd on my LG combined recorder. The latest ... A: Is vhs program too long? The recording system on any DVDR requires lots of overhead memory so it ... | |
| SONY XBR | 7/27/2011 |
| Q: While watching a t.v. program, all of a sudden the screen went blue but you could still hear the ... A: It could be something like a connection coming loose inside to the video processing area. And, ... | |
| Trutech dvdr-vcr combo | 7/26/2011 |
| Q: I have had the Trutech dvd-vcr combo (DRT-S810), a couple of years but not used much but I keep it ... A: This is a product made by Daewoo and is of a lower class quality wise so you must not expect too ... | |
| tv/dvd combo dvd player wont read dvd | 7/26/2011 |
| Q: I have a proscan lcd tv model 37LB30QD tv/dvd player combo. When the dvd is in the player it reads ... A: Probably the laser diode inside the optical pickup has gone too weak to get a good signal. The cost ... | |
| why cant i set the clock or timer? | 7/24/2011 |
| Q: I bought this Phillips 750vr and and all the buttons on the remote work and the unit works. But it ... A: Do you have the owners manual? The English version, page 34 gives setting procedures somewhat. I ... | |
| lcd tv | 7/24/2011 |
| Q: my tv is a hitachi 42LDF30UA my tv was on for an hour or so,then went off,it started to make a faint ... A: This is usually a power supply problem and may require a new power supply board (my first guess). ... | |
| rca tv problem | 7/24/2011 |
| Q: I have a RCA I bought about 3 years ago and when I try to turn on the tv, the power botton lights ... A: It is a power supply problem and likely needs repair by a competent technician. Since you did not ... | |
| Toshiba theaterwide model no. 32HL95 Dolby Digital Chassno.TAE 0509 2005 | 7/23/2011 |
| Q: In Cleveland,Ohio The t.v. was thunder hit so loud and strong but when i looked back at the t.v. it ... A: There are no exact patterns of failure from electrical storms. The problem can be anywhere ... | |
| Magnavox picture alignment | 7/23/2011 |
| Q: I have an older magnavox stereo combination tv manufactured in 1989 Model # on the chassis is ... A: You may be stuck with trial and error method that you have been using. Look here to see if there ... | |
| hitachi big screen tv model # 50sbx78b | 7/23/2011 |
| Q: when first turned on the picture was jumpy after being on for awhile picture got better. problem ... A: It is hard to say. Could be failure of the main power supply, convergence circuit or something else ... | |
| zenith SF2721H made 1990 | 7/22/2011 |
| Q: how do you take mute off on the SF2721H? the remote won't take it off nor will the volume A: Have you checked in the menu for SAP settings? Try that. Go into menu or setup and look for audio ... | |
| antenna switch | 7/21/2011 |
| Q: We have a Hitachi Ultravision 50ux26b digital tv and the antenna switch has been broken off the back ... A: Did you try Encompass? ... | |
| Zenith that has no sound | 7/20/2011 |
| Q: Somehow I got the sound turned off while trying to auto program tne t.v. now I have no sound. Can ... A: Does the remote control not have a "mute" button on it? Here are some ideas: - You can download ... | |
| My stereo system malfunctions | 7/20/2011 |
| Q: I recently got a decently old sony stereo system that had been sitting in the garage at my father's ... A: If you send me the model number I can give you an intelligent comment. But, not knowing the ... | |
| RCA surround sound | 7/20/2011 |
| Q: I have a RCA 500m Blu-ray Home Theater system. I was watching a netflex movie and it just shut off ... A: It has probably gone into overload or protection mode. Unplug the power cord for several minutes ... | |
| panasonic rainbow screen | 7/19/2011 |
| Q: CT 36D12DF panasonic. You had the question a couple of years ago and the answer was to turn off and ... A: Sorry, I don't recall that question. However, the symptom you are describing is likely from ... | |
| How does a VHS rewinder know when to stop? | 7/19/2011 |
| Q: I think I have a relatively easy question. I'm working on a costume piece that will have moving ... A: VHS systems have several methods. An early method was an optical eye that was set to see when the ... | |
| rca home theater | 7/17/2011 |
| Q: TV was on we shut it off when left house and wont turn back on now. like there is no power. model # ... A: It is an old set. Finding parts and service documentation may be difficult. Look, there are over ... | |
| sanyo ds19500 | 7/17/2011 |
| Q: I don't have original remote and want to turn tv on to watch dvd. How do I turn on auxiliary(or ... A: Picture did not come through. However, to switch to the video input of which the dvd is connected ... | |
| Sony Tv double image | 7/17/2011 |
| Q: I have a Sony plasma Model no PFM -42V1 About 5 years old which is producing 2 images, replicating ... A: It may be the Y- Sustain board that needs replaced. That is just my opinion. In order to know for ... | |
| Panasonic Plasma TC-P50X1 | 7/16/2011 |
| Q: I have had this unit for about 2 years now. We were having a baby shower for my daughter and we took ... A: The 10 blinks points toward the power supply board. I think you should replace it - but that is ... | |
| LCD TV - Which Board Needs Replacing? | 7/16/2011 |
| Q: I have a JVC LT32DY8ZJ LCD TV, The Standby Light Works, I Can See A Light In The Background With ... A: I think in your case it requires testing to know for sure. Probably the main board ... | |
| Screen faliure | 7/15/2011 |
| Q: When i was watching the tv /sony wega/ went black but the sound is fine . No image displayed on ... A: I must know the model number in order to give you good advice. If this is a CRT type television and ... | |
| dynex 46-l150a11 | 7/15/2011 |
| Q: Power flicker caused the tv to power down immediately had a red blinking light (the stand by light ... A: You should try again leaving the power cord unplugged or a few hours; it may reset. If not, chances ... | |
| green tv | 7/15/2011 |
| Q: Our tv has a green tint to everything. Can we fix it economically? A: Can you not adjust the color settings? Can you get into the service menu and adjust color further? ... | |
| philips magnovox smart series | 7/15/2011 |
| Q: when i turn on the tv the power light comes on and the tv does not come on then the power light on ... A: Can't help you much without a model number. Most of these are crt based tvs of various sizes so ... | |
| Samsung model LN46A530 lcd flat screen tv | 7/14/2011 |
| Q: Purchased the Samsung LN46A530 lcd tv July 2008 and it the screen is intermittently distorting on ... A: It is a complaint that I have seen from others. I don't know for sure the cure, but it probably ... | |
| panasonic projection tv | 7/14/2011 |
| Q: I AVE A PANASONIC PROJECTION TV PT-50LC13! WHEN I TURN IT ON IT POWERS UP AND YOU CAN WATCH THE SHOW ... A: Frustrating, I know. Sometimes, just moving a set around can cause what you have experienced. ... | |
| tv | 7/14/2011 |
| Q: i have a flat screen magnavox with no picture or sound and a chirping noise time for a new tv? ... A: Yes, it helps to know it is an LCD set and the problem is undoubtedly the main power supply. I ... | |
| LG tv turning itself off | 7/14/2011 |
| Q: I haven't owned this tv for long at all and it is just turning itself off. I turn it on and it ... A: You can download the manual from the Internet. Just search for the model number 32LH20 and the word ... | |
| panasonic projection tv | 7/13/2011 |
| Q: I AVE A PANASONIC PROJECTION TV PT-50LC13! WHEN I TURN IT ON IT POWERS UP AND YOU CAN WATCH THE SHOW ... A: This set has quite a history. See: ... | |
| tv issues | 7/13/2011 |
| Q: i have a Panasonic pt-40lc12 rear projection tv i replaced the bulb about three months ago when i ... A: Google around for your model and you will find many unhappy owners and some who are trying to put ... | |
| mitsubishi tv wont power up. | 7/12/2011 |
| Q: what could be causing my mitsubishi model ws-65807 tv not to power up? it had a great picture just ... A: According to the service manual (found at: http://gofast-computers.com/fixya/Mitsubishi-1332.pdf ) ... | |
| tv repair | 7/12/2011 |
| Q: I have a samsung projection tv model number HCM5525W AND I NEED TO REPLACE THE MAINBOARD. do you ... A: You can download the schematic diagram for this model here: ... | |
| Samsung | 7/12/2011 |
| Q: I have a samsung tv model number P50C60500; I've had it less than a year and three weeks ago it was ... A: Sorry, I could not find that model number listed among the Samsung product base. In any event, it ... | |
| replace the lamp | 7/12/2011 |
| Q: How do I replace the lamp on my Zenith D52WCLD TV? A: Page 6 of your owners manual gives the rundown on the lights that indicate when the lamp should be ... | |
| Toshiba TV - no picture after power surge | 7/11/2011 |
| Q: There was a brief power surge yesterday which caused the lights to go on & off for a second and the ... A: My recommendations: ONE: Unplug the tv from power for a long time; 4 hours or overnight so it can ... | |
| Receiver and speaker wiring problem | 7/11/2011 |
| Q: I have an old Sony receiver which has speaker wire ports, where you place exposed wire ends into one ... A: Well, the speakers you have, AV30, are computer speakers and they are self-powered, that is, it has ... | |
| Mitsubishi VS5002R blows fuse when turned on | 7/10/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1989 Mitsubishi VS5002R that will not come on. We have discovered that as soon as we hit ... A: There are many possibilities but the most common when the fuse blows instantly are: - Power ... | |
| tv | 7/10/2011 |
| Q: i have a flat screen magnavox with no picture or sound and a chirping noise time for a new tv? A: Without the model number I cannot give you much advise. The model number allows me to learn the ... | |
| tv | 7/9/2011 |
| Q: I have a mitsubishi Medallion Model#vs-60719 it goes on than turns off A: Sounds like a power supply problem. This model has a known problem with capacitors going bad and ... | |
| Whitish screen | 7/8/2011 |
| Q: Why has my tv suddenly gone white. But I can make out the images and the sound is good. It's a Sony ... A: Probably the T-Con board needs to be replaced. You can replace it quite easily and it is available ... | |
| THREE YEAR OLD SONY 45' SCREEN | 7/8/2011 |
| Q: I have little white dots in the screen and they keep growing. ANSWER: Must have the model number. ... A: I am confused! You say it is a Sony 45" but the model number is for a Samsung 56" DLP set. In any ... | |
| Tv works for short periods of time | 7/7/2011 |
| Q: My problem is that after successfully turning on the tv it will only display a picture for about 5 ... A: First, try a hard reset; unplug the power cord for at least two hours, then power up again. ... | |
| On screen display | 7/6/2011 |
| Q: I have an older Mitsubishi set that was bought new. The letters EXT 1 or EXT 2 will not clear off ... A: Sorry, the model number did not bring up any documents about the set or its technology. Seems ... | |
| 46H84 TV picture | 7/5/2011 |
| Q: TV is only 8 yrs old but over night the picture suddenly has verticle "lines". the lines came and ... A: This is a problem common to only Toshiba sets. Caused by circuit problems in their Hyper board. ... | |
| tv | 7/4/2011 |
| Q: at the bottom of tv it is wavey,if there is writting it is double A: You must give the model number of the tv. Without that we cannot know the technology of the set and ... | |
| Panasonic Viera TX 32 LE TX | 7/4/2011 |
| Q: Ineed the procedure to get into the self check mode. My picture has this ghost images trailing ... A: Don't know without looking at the service manual which I don't have. Try this comment: ... | |
| TV model # P56720LV | 7/3/2011 |
| Q: My television has no sound or picture. Is there a reset button on it anywhere? A: The best way to reset it is to unplug the power cord for a few minutes then power it up again ... | |
| TV/DVD PlayerRecorder problem | 7/3/2011 |
| Q: For the Pros from Dover Bizarre Audio/Visual concerning my DVD player/recorder. I have a Toshiba 400 ... A: Well, did you clean the discs you are using? Did you try a new dvd that is known to play on other ... | |
| TV/DVD PlayerRecorder problem | 7/3/2011 |
| Q: For the Pros from Dover Bizarre Audio/Visual concerning my DVD player/recorder. I have a Toshiba 400 ... A: Well, it is impossible to give you specific information without the actual model numbers. But, ... | |
| Pioneer receiver prob | 7/2/2011 |
| Q: I have a pioneer receiver. When I change the input to cable it automatically changes to stero. There ... A: You are probably wired wrong; that is the hookup of the cables or the setting on the receiver are ... | |
| Mitsubishi | 7/2/2011 |
| Q: Fade-in and fade-out Picture fades-in and out (totally Black screen) often...Hooked up to a HD-DVR. ... A: Could be the copyguard system working if you are playing dvds or vcr cassettes. Could be something ... | |
| Apex Television | 7/2/2011 |
| Q: As soon as I turnrd on my television there was a flash of light from the back and a weird smell like ... A: What does the odor smell like? Like ozone, maybe? If so, what you are smelling is the high voltage ... | |
| Toshiba HDTV with Sony Home Theatre System | 7/2/2011 |
| Q: I just purchased a Toshiba HDTV (55TL515U) and my kids had bought me a Sony home theatre system ... A: Please refer to page 45 of the HT-SS370 manual where you will learn about the ARC connection ... | |
| No Video and No Audio | 7/1/2011 |
| Q: Mitsubishi VS-50501A S/N 116027 Manufactured in 1998, Pulled out of 9 month storage Storage and ... A: It is not good for consumer electronics equipment to be in storage for long periods of time; ... | |
| Pincushion circuitry | 7/1/2011 |
| Q: I have a Zenith SC2793P set that I have the pincushion curvature on the sides of the picture. I ... A: Your image did not come through (some times they don't attach). You can send it to my personal ... | |
| Power Outage Fios full screen | 6/30/2011 |
| Q: After a power outage my Verizon FIOS no longer shows the picture on my NON-HD rear projection ... A: It is the aspect ratio on your Mitsubishi tv. The remote control has a button for switching to the ... | |
| Sony Tv question | 6/30/2011 |
| Q: I am having a problem with my Sony Tv model KP-53s25...The problem is that when I press the power ... A: Mostly, but not always, when audio is working ok and screen is dark it is related to the high ... | |
| Zenith TV model B25A24Z | 6/29/2011 |
| Q: This TV, made in Oct. 1999,switches itself off within a few seconds after it's turned on. This ... A: For older sets like this the weakest or shortest life components are normally to be suspect. In ... | |
| Rear Projection TV | 6/29/2011 |
| Q: I have a Hitachi 65' Rear Projection television that I think had a lightning power surge. First the ... A: Electrical storms can cause any number of defects in operation of the tv. There is no trend or ... | |
| TV | 6/29/2011 |
| Q: i have a 2003 Mitsubishi rear projection TV model#ws71513 it works fine for a while than it loses ... A: I could not find that model number among the Mitsubishi product listings. Maybe you copied it down ... | |
| Olevia TV | 6/29/2011 |
| Q: Cant reach "Auto channel search" in menu of Olrvia TV model 432-32 (2007) Reached it yesterday, now ... A: You should be able to go into the menu and select auto search for either ant or cable and for ... | |
| lg tv | 6/28/2011 |
| Q: When I turn on my tv the power light flashes green then red for a minute or two the when the screen ... A: I must have the model number in order to give you a meaningful answer; all tv circuits are different ... | |
| Toshiba VCR remote control | 6/28/2011 |
| Q: I need a manual instruction for the remote control device Toshiba VT752EW Thank you ANSWER: The ... A: Some tv and/or vcr sets use the two digit entry and some use the single button entry. Most remotes ... | |
| HOT keeps blowing on Zenith SC2793P | 6/27/2011 |
| Q: I have a Zenith/Bose tv, made in 1986. I has worked fine until now. It keeps blowing the HOT. After ... A: http://www.google.com/imgres?imgurl=http://electronicrepairguide.com/flyback%2520transformer%2520sch ... | |
| tv repair | 6/27/2011 |
| Q: vision quest Model# PVQ50VGB Hi,i just turned it on and there was a loud pop noise.Now theres no ... A: That is always the most difficult matter: Finding out what has failed. For that purpose tv techs go ... | |
| Toshiba VCR remote control | 6/27/2011 |
| Q: I need a manual instruction for the remote control device Toshiba VT752EW Thank you A: The original remote that comes with the set would have instructions included with the owners manual ... | |
| TV Wireless Headset | 6/27/2011 |
| Q: I have a late 2010 Sony Wireless TV headset, model number MDR-RF970R. During the time between the ... A: You can download the owners/users manual here: ... | |
| HOT keeps blowing on Zenith SC2793P | 6/27/2011 |
| Q: I have a Zenith/Bose tv, made in 1986. I has worked fine until now. It keeps blowing the HOT. After ... A: My guess would be replace the flyback. They can often test good even when they are not. If there ... | |
| TV won't stay on | 6/26/2011 |
| Q: I have a Zenith Model# Z44SZ80 DLP Projection (bought in Dec 05). Recently, the lamp indicator ... A: My guess is the lamp, at least first attempt. Make sure you replace it with a genuine part; ... | |
| TV repair | 6/26/2011 |
| Q: I have an Emerson LC320EMX it is approx 2 years old. The problem we are having is that when you ... A: It can be caused by anything that is drawing too much current from the power supply or a problem ... | |
| rca hd rear projection | 6/26/2011 |
| Q: I have an rca rear projection hd tv. It is about four years old. He other day the picture started ... A: This model is a DLP set using unique technology employing micro mirrors mounted on an integrated ... | |
| No sound on TV | 6/26/2011 |
| Q: I have an Olevia 242-T11 42" TV --- I can not to get the sound to work on the TV. I am able to use ... A: Have you been into the menu and looked for an audio selection for internal or external speakers? ... | |
| RCA TV Problems | 6/25/2011 |
| Q: I have a 52 inch Rear Projection HDTV Television with Model # R52WH74 that when on gives a bowing ... A: Yes, the convergence circuit has gone bad. It needs repair and the cost from a local shop will be ... | |
| rca hd rear projection | 6/25/2011 |
| Q: I have an rca rear projection hd tv. It is about four years old. He other day the picture started ... A: Rear projection tvs do not have any bulbs. What they do have are three projection tubes but they are ... | |
| Zenith TV | 6/25/2011 |
| Q: I have a 42" Zenith TV Model E44W46LCD which my son has in his room. When he turned on the TV he ... A: Well, is it the lamp again? Could be. Otherwise, I would suggest you look at the digital processing ... | |
| disappearing image | 6/25/2011 |
| Q: I too have no image on our screen, however there IS an image (clear and correct) present for a ... A: Cannot give you a recommendation with out the model number of the set. The diagnosis depends so ... | |
| Tv problems | 6/24/2011 |
| Q: I have a Sanyo DP42849 42 inch flat screen tv. We cut in on and we have a picture but no sound a ... A: This kind of problem usually (but not always) points to a defective power supply. The power supply ... | |
| No color on TV | 6/24/2011 |
| Q: I have an old Zenith System 3 TV, model #SG2715H that has lost its color. I have tried using the ... A: The color separator circuit has probably gone bad. This circuit also processes the chrominance ... | |
| TV not turning on | 6/24/2011 |
| Q: My tv is hooked up by satelite, and when I turned it on this morning from the remote, the satelite ... A: This is most often a power supply problem (although it can be caused by other failures). Try a hard ... | |
| JVC i'art pro | 6/22/2011 |
| Q: Every time i turn on my tv, red green and blue are all in differnt areas so 3 diffent colored ... A: Sorry, no model number makes it impossible to know what technology your set is. If it is an RPTV ... | |
| Cannot get tv signal from DVD player | 6/21/2011 |
| Q: I live in Greece but when in Bahrain airport last month I bought 2 small DVD players (an Orion ... A: In order to switch the video inputs on the tv you must have a full function remote for the tv. A ... | |
| Cannot get tv signal from DVD player | 6/21/2011 |
| Q: I live in Greece but when in Bahrain airport last month I bought 2 small DVD players (an Orion ... A: Two comments come to mind: ONE: The yellow, red and white rca cables are called video composite ... | |
| Sony Internet TV no signal | 6/21/2011 |
| Q: I just bought a Sony Internet TV 32 inch...When i run the SA 8300HD DVR provided by cablevision hdmi ... A: The guide for the SA 8300 at http://www.windomnet.com/Getting%20Started%208300HD.pdf on page 4 ... | |
| 50MF231D/37 50" hd tv | 6/21/2011 |
| Q: There is a green light flashing inside the tv through the back and my hdmi input won't work I guess ... A: Plasma sets are difficult to repair at the consumer level. You should have the service shop test it ... | |
| olevia | 6/20/2011 |
| Q: our power went out. the tv now will not keep the color settings. ive tried going into the osd menu ... A: Unfortunately, there are not many things you can do at the consumer level on LCD sets. You can ... | |
| sony MHC GNV111D | 6/20/2011 |
| Q: power light flashes red and green when main power is switched on. nothing works. A: Sorry, I don't know this model at all. Suggest, first of all, you study through the troubleshooting ... | |
| Emerson vcr | 6/20/2011 |
| Q: I have an Emerson vcr3000 that I purchased last weekend,and it was working fine at the time I ... A: Did you change connections between the vcr and the tv input? Check to make sure you have the ... | |
| vcr locked | 6/20/2011 |
| Q: I HAVE A MITSUBISHI HS-U530 VCR. I DO NOT KNOW THE AGE. THE VCR SHOWS LOCKED IN THE VEIW WINDOW ... A: It should be explained in the owners manual. I could not find an owners manual online; it is quite ... | |
| 19LA30RQ RCA LCD TV. | 6/19/2011 |
| Q: The TV turns on, but thats it. The instructions say it's supposed to go to a set up screen but all ... A: Check your settings; I am suspecting you have the input selection set for the wrong incoming signal. ... | |
| TYPE OF TV ANTENNA NEEDED | 6/19/2011 |
| Q: My 20 year old rooftop antenna fell down. I live in Los Angeles, single-story house, had good to ... A: If the old antenna worked good the best strategy is to replace the antenna with the exact same model ... | |
| Sony trinitron tv 2002 model KV-32HS500 | 6/18/2011 |
| Q: The tv standby blinks about 4 times every 5 seconds but wont turn on. A: Well, the Sony guide shows the 4 blinks means the vertical deflection system has failed. There are ... | |
| problems with TV | 6/17/2011 |
| Q: I received this Sony Trinitron from a friend 1 yr ago. it worked for a month or two. One day i went ... A: In most Sony models (you did not give me the model number so I cannot know the technology of your ... | |
| pioneer sd-p5795w dark picture | 6/17/2011 |
| Q: I am the original owner of a Pioneer SD-P5795W made in September of 98. 5 years ago TV shut off and ... A: I am guessing the problem is in the board that when pressed brought the picture into full ... | |
| Dell W3707c | 6/16/2011 |
| Q: Son's above tv quit working - no powerup at all. Replaced power supply and the screen lit up but no ... A: I have no idea. There are other boards. The T-con board is known to give problems; maybe try that. ... | |
| philips hd tv problem starting | 6/16/2011 |
| Q: when we turn the tv on the tv will turn on briefly but then two red lights show up in the power ... A: Please consult the owners manual, page 6 and 28 which explains about the lamp needing service. Have ... | |
| Phillip tv | 6/16/2011 |
| Q: tv turns on well. After about 45 minutes it turns itself off. After 20 min to one hour it will come ... A: Can't give you any useful information without the model number. All sets have different technology ... | |
| Sanyo DP26647 | 6/16/2011 |
| Q: At turn on, screen is white with a series of horizontal brighter white lines. Sound is present. The ... A: Oh, I am guessing on this one because it seems to be a video processing function gone astray and ... | |
| Mitsubishi VS-685R Power Supply | 6/15/2011 |
| Q: I Have a 1985 Mitsubishi VS-685R rear projection tv. I had a problem a fes years. Ago. I went to ... A: I really don't know what to tell you. It is a very old set. I checked around and could not find ... | |
| car stereo | 6/15/2011 |
| Q: Is there a way to hook up a 12DC carstereo to 120v house wiring using a transformer/relay? ANSWER: ... A: Yes, as long as you have sufficient voltage it will operate just like in a car. Be aware that there ... | |
| RECIEVER FOR SURROUND SOUND | 6/15/2011 |
| Q: WHEN U TURN ON RECIEVER SOMETIMES AFTER 10 MINS OR AS LONG AS 1 HOUR IT WILL SHUT OFF SPEAKERS AND ... A: Protect function can be triggered by any of the following: ONE: short in speaker unit. TWO: short ... | |
| sound but no pic on anything | 6/14/2011 |
| Q: I was watching the tube today, no problems, also watched VCR, no probs but all of a sudden I have ... A: Yes, I would say the TV has lost high voltage, as previously stated. This requires a major repair. ... | |
| Blurred line | 6/14/2011 |
| Q: I have a Philips cineos lcd mod.32pfl9432/98, approx 4 years old, recently a blurred band approx 1 ... A: Yes, it could be a bad signal coming from your satellite feed. You can check this by disconnecting ... | |
| 60 rear proj. mitsubishi TV -2000 | 6/14/2011 |
| Q: When the TV is turned on it flickers (screen jumps) for about 5 or 6 minutes, then its fine. If its ... A: Probably you should just contend with it until it fails, then it would be easier to troubleshoot and ... | |
| sound but no pic on anything | 6/14/2011 |
| Q: I was watching the tube today, no problems, also watched VCR, no probs but all of a sudden I have ... A: Well, turn the set ON and press the video button or tv/video buttons to make sure you are getting ... | |
| green screen sometimes | 6/13/2011 |
| Q: I have a Sony Grand Wega LCD projection tv (KDF-55XS955). My HD channels are just a green screen. ... A: Do you have an alternate tv that you can connect to the cable outlet? That will tell you if the ... | |
| car stereo | 6/13/2011 |
| Q: Is there a way to hook up a 12DC carstereo to 120v house wiring using a transformer/relay? A: There are ways but it is not recommended. Why? The design of circuits and performance are totally ... | |
| Panasonic problem | 6/13/2011 |
| Q: We have a Panasonic model #PT47WX42F Serial#LX22620118 Msnufactured 9/2002 We have a wavy line at ... A: Sounds like the convergence circuit is going/gone bad. Look here and see if these symptoms concur ... | |
| remote does'nt work | 6/12/2011 |
| Q: I have a LG model 26LG40-UG. My remote wont do anything with my t.v. But my mother has one of the ... A: Since the remote is working with another tv it seems there is nothing wrong with the remote control ... | |
| contrast | 6/11/2011 |
| Q: i have a sony kdf/e5oa 12u television , getting a very dark picture A: If just a dark picture you probably need a backlight bulb/lamp replacement. See the owners manual ... | |
| TV shuts off, or loses video | 6/11/2011 |
| Q: Have a RCA Proscan Model 50700 rear projection TV.While sitting unattended, makes sound occasionally ... A: Difficult troubles like this are usually going to require some testing and troubleshooting. If you ... | |
| Sony DVP-CX995V Disc Titles not read | 6/11/2011 |
| Q: 5 year old 400 disc changer - suddenly no disc titles in the menu (no known power problems prior to ... A: There are many electronic or mechanical workings that could have gone wrong. These are very complex ... | |
| Sony TV | 6/10/2011 |
| Q: I own a Sony TV Model KP-61V15, Manufactured in 7/1993. When I turn it on it takes up to 15 mins ... A: Old age; it is getting tired. In your set, based on your description of the symptoms my first guess ... | |
| Sony SXRD model KDS-60A2000 | 6/10/2011 |
| Q: replaced lamp but don't know how to reset lamp notification ANSWER: It means either the lamp is ... A: It should reset by itself when the lamp is new. If the lamp you used is not the exact model number ... | |
| TV shuts off, or loses video | 6/10/2011 |
| Q: Have a RCA Proscan Model 50700 rear projection TV.While sitting unattended, makes sound occasionally ... A: This is a common problem in many sets from various manufacturers. It is mostly a power supply ... | |
| remote vs dvd | 6/10/2011 |
| Q: I recently purchased,from Amazon, a Universal Remote and am trying to program my Vizio Blue Ray DVD ... A: Here is the manual for the WR7 remote. If you look through it you will find it supports Vizio tv ... | |
| JVC AV-32770 Repair | 6/9/2011 |
| Q: We have been carting around a JVC AV-32770 11/1996 with us for years. It started making a "bzzt" ... A: It is well beyond the age where most experts would recommend making repairs. Why? Because when a ... | |
| Pincushion or bowtie | 6/9/2011 |
| Q: I have a Mitsubishi VS-5061 that the top and bottom centers are drawing in and looking like a ... A: If you have the double image problem then replacing the STK392 convergence ICs will sometimes solve ... | |
| Magnovox 55" TV 55p8288a | 6/9/2011 |
| Q: The red power button blinks and then the TV changes channels on it's own---typically to AV1, AV2 or ... A: I think you have two choices; at least that is what comes to mind. ONE: Replace the set with a new ... | |
| Sony SXRD model KDS-60A2000 | 6/9/2011 |
| Q: replaced lamp but don't know how to reset lamp notification A: It means either the lamp is defective or the lamp is not seated/installed correctly - among other ... | |
| RE: Hitachi 55 | 6/8/2011 |
| Q: I have a Hitachi 55 inch Plasma TV , Model number 55HDT79 Serial Number V7Co14292 I took delivery of ... A: I don't think it is a built in surge protector; rather it is a switching type power supply system ... | |
| RE: Hitachi 55" Plasma TV | 6/7/2011 |
| Q: I have a Hitachi 55 inch Plasma TV , Model number 55HDT79 Serial Number V7Co14292 I took delivery of ... A: Can you bypass the surge stuff and go from the tv power cord directly to the nearest wall outlet. ... | |
| 55 | 6/6/2011 |
| Q: power light comes on steady but no sound or picture.. can someone help me out please... thanks. ... A: There are a couple of possibilities. ONE: Some run an ad on craigslist.com and have it placed on ... | |
| Toshiba CRT Giving me trouble | 6/6/2011 |
| Q: I have a Toshiba CRT, Model MW20F52 that came out in February of 2006. I don't know if 2006 is the ... A: Shut off the tv. Unplug the power cord for at least one full hour. Get the surge protector out of ... | |
| Disconnected cable - how do i auto tune? | 6/5/2011 |
| Q: Make: Panasonic Serial #: G3AA10868 Model: PV M2043 TV VCR COMBO 1993 Disconnected the cable ... A: I don't understand the question all the way. Are you sure the cable provider is sending you all the ... | |
| TV shuts off, or loses video | 6/5/2011 |
| Q: Have a RCA Proscan Model 50700 rear projection TV.While sitting unattended, makes sound occasionally ... A: First try a hard reset; maybe a couple of times. Unplug the power cord and let it rest for a full 4 ... | |
| p42w46x d board replaced | 6/5/2011 |
| Q: sorry it took so long for me to respond but I just received my purchase of the d-board or digital ... A: I really don't know what to tell you. I have checked the forums and complaint boards and so many ... | |
| panasonic th42phd6 | 6/4/2011 |
| Q: suddenly no picture, no sound, nothing. power button lights up and all connections have remained ... A: It's hard to say. My first guess is the power supply board needs replaced. That is the most common ... | |
| RCA TV | 6/4/2011 |
| Q: My 52 in RCA model P52151Wk stopped working. Plug in, press power, nothing. I only paid $65.00 for ... A: Probably not worthy of a big investment. If you check craigslist and such selling sites you will ... | |
| Mitsubishi 65" DLP 1080 | 6/3/2011 |
| Q: Mitsubishi 65 inch DLP model WD-Y65. Cannot turn TV on, either from remote or front panel. Verified ... A: Were there any lines, spaces or blobs on the screen or a screeching sound from inside the tv prior ... | |
| Pioneer SD-T50W1/SL | 6/2/2011 |
| Q: I've had this TV for many years and it recently started to power itself off intermittently. Now it ... A: It is the power supply going into protection mode. This is caused when the current exceeds a ... | |
| connect receiver | 6/1/2011 |
| Q: How can connect my VCR Toshiba M672, DVD Panasonic RV31, TV Samsung HCM4216W and TIVO to my receiver ... A: The tv is an older set that does not support digital video directly. You are working off cable? If ... | |
| 55" magnavox tv around a 1990 or 1992 | 6/1/2011 |
| Q: power light comes on steady but no sound or picture.. can someone help me out please... thanks. A: Most often this is caused by a defective main power supply. And, most often, for this age and ... | |
| my philips 9p5040 c102 rptv has a black screen when i turn it on | 6/1/2011 |
| Q: what would cause that i have sound the green A: Some of your message was missing or got truncated so if this answer is not on target, please send me ... | |
| Tv | 5/31/2011 |
| Q: I have a Sony SRXD and it starts up for a second then stops. No picture. It used to be the bulb now ... A: Many of the SRXD models have optical block problems - which has been an difficult problem for Sony. ... | |
| Sony KDS-R50XBR1 Problem | 5/31/2011 |
| Q: My friend has given me the sony kds-r50xbr1 projection tv. He thought the bulb was out so we ... A: This model has some interesting history. Start by reading this message: ... | |
| 50" Hitachi 50UX22BA | 5/30/2011 |
| Q: We bought a used projection Hitachi recently, with the understanding that all we needed was a ... A: Do you have the owners manual? I could not find your exact model but this one is similar and may be ... | |
| Tv 43 tz43v61 | 5/30/2011 |
| Q: I have a toshiba tv 43 tz43v61 but I can not adjust the convergence, as the blue does not line up ... A: This is a classic symptom of the convergence circuit going/gone bad. There are three alternatives ... | |
| 52" rca rear projection t.v. | 5/30/2011 |
| Q: I have a problem with my 2004 rca rear projection tv model #D52W19. When I try to turn it on the ... A: Here are some comments from other users and technicians that may give you some clues: ... | |
| tv problems | 5/30/2011 |
| Q: i have a zenith sentry 2 tv it start this problem a day ago when i turn it on by the push button on ... A: There are many, many possible causes. Any one of the main 7 sections of electronic circuitry can be ... | |
| Magnavox won't turn on | 5/29/2011 |
| Q: My mother recently passed away and we are trying to use her tv. It is a Magnavox 26MF605W LCD. It ... A: Did you move it to another home? If so, you must rescan the channels even if you are using the same ... | |
| hooking up surround sound system | 5/29/2011 |
| Q: How do I hook up my Mitsubishi HD1080 to my Yamaha HTR 5650/HTR5640 reciever. I also have at&t ... A: Answer: ONE: Go to your owners manual and see the hookup diagrams. If you do not have a manual you ... | |
| proscan 26 | 5/28/2011 |
| Q: I hope you can help me here is the scenario; Set A is a proscan 26LA30Q as is set B, Set A was used ... A: Yes, the inverter is an integral part of the power supply system and if it is not working properly ... | |
| proscan 26" LCD HDTV | 5/28/2011 |
| Q: I hope you can help me here is the scenario; Set A is a proscan 26LA30Q as is set B, Set A was used ... A: The higher voltage electrolytics would not make a difference. What would make a difference is if ... | |
| mitsubishi ws-73711 | 5/27/2011 |
| Q: Pictue is completely out. I get good audio still. Will I need to purchase a part and if so, what ... A: First, try the system reset button on the front panel. Use a pointed instrument like a ball-point ... | |
| Distortion/low volume | 5/27/2011 |
| Q: I have an Adcom GFA 555 200w per channel amp with a PS Audio 4.5 pre-amp.My idiot ex brother in law ... A: It could be, yes. I is likely a problem that relates to both the drivers and the output transistors. ... | |
| Distortion/low volume | 5/27/2011 |
| Q: I have an Adcom GFA 555 200w per channel amp with a PS Audio 4.5 pre-amp.My idiot ex brother in law ... A: 1. Check the speaker wires very closely. Watch for touching of the hair wires at the terminals. 2. ... | |
| SOUND THERE PICTURE GOES BLACK | 5/26/2011 |
| Q: PROGESSIVE HD MULTISYSTEM WHEN I TURN MY TV ON ITS FINE FOR 10 TO 15 MINUTES AND THA PICTURE GOES ... A: You should first check the lamp to make sure it was properly installed. Check the lamp to make sure ... | |
| tv problem | 5/26/2011 |
| Q: I have a tv Daewoo DLT-46U1FH.It's 3 years old.While it was working all of a sudden it stopped.No ... A: Try unplugging the power cord for a few hours and then power up again. If still nothing happens it ... | |
| spots and yellow lines on my DLP TV | 5/26/2011 |
| Q: I have a 61" Panasonic DLP Tv about 5 years old. 6 months a few blue and red large grapefruit size ... A: Are you sure it is a DLP and not an LCD projection tv? Panasonic is having trouble with both of ... | |
| sony lcd tv | 5/25/2011 |
| Q: I have a sony kdl-32xbr4 tv built october of 2007. when it is turned on it has alot of colored lines ... A: According to others who have had similar problems it requires repair or replacement of the T-con ... | |
| dvd repair | 5/25/2011 |
| Q: can u give me advice on how to know if a pick up lens is damage.i think if the lens is not blinking ... A: As near as I can tell the price of a new promac k9043 is around P 1,800.00 or about $41USD. This ... | |
| Tv color | 5/24/2011 |
| Q: I just replaced my bulb in my rearprojection rca tv model# M50WH74S. The tv shuts off by itself and ... A: First, read the instructions in your owners manual very carefully and determine that the new lamp ... | |
| Sony dvd/vcr - Older TV | 5/22/2011 |
| Q: Bad weather, power outage Sat night. Cable box reset, seems to work fine when hooked to a small ... A: If the larger set does not have an a/v line input you must connect, then, through the rf/cable input ... | |
| dvd repair | 5/22/2011 |
| Q: can u give me advice on how to know if a pick up lens is damage.i think if the lens is not blinking ... A: You did not give the model number. I cannot give you any sound advice without the model number. If ... | |
| magnavox hookup | 5/22/2011 |
| Q: im tryinb to figure out how to hook up a dvd player or video game console I have a box that hooks up ... A: That is a very old set! You are lucky it still runs. I am guessing this set has no a/v inputs and ... | |
| samsung plasma hum | 5/22/2011 |
| Q: TV continuously makes a fairly loud buzzing sound which continues for 8-10 seconds after the set ... A: This is, in my opinion, a power supply problem which is causing the switching power sub assembly to ... | |
| Sony dvd/vcr - Older TV | 5/21/2011 |
| Q: Bad weather, power outage Sat night. Cable box reset, seems to work fine when hooked to a small ... A: The AIR/CABLE setting applies to the rf input; it should be selected for AIR if you are connected to ... | |
| kv-36fs120 9-Blinks | 5/21/2011 |
| Q: My Sony wega kv-36fs120 wont turn on. It used to turn on when it felt like it, now nothing. Nothing ... A: Probably a power supply failure - one of the diodes. Read this; ... | |
| samsung plasma hum | 5/21/2011 |
| Q: TV continuously makes a fairly loud buzzing sound which continues for 8-10 seconds after the set ... A: Answer this question and get back to me.Where is the buzz sound coming from. Listen up close with ... | |
| power switch | 5/20/2011 |
| Q: We have the Mitsubishi model that was mentioned above in the question about powering on. Please is ... A: Did the tv get wet? Did it get damp? Is it in a high humidity room? If so, that may be part of the ... | |
| vertical colorful lines | 5/20/2011 |
| Q: Wanting to purchase a used Samsung LCD LN-52a580p6f but one problem-there is a colorful vertical 6 ... A: Run away fast. This is a serious problem and probably requires either the replacement of the display ... | |
| Projection TV bulb | 5/20/2011 |
| Q: I inherited from a previous tenant an abandoned Hitachi Ultra Vision 50V500A TV (model V46035065)- ... A: The 50V500A is known to have a serious failure rate of the light engine - which is very expensive to ... | |
| How to program channels - AIWA TV | 5/20/2011 |
| Q: I bought an old model Aiwa TV on a second hand store. They don't have the manual anymore and the ... A: Have to have the model number. It is on the back of the tv. With the model number you can usually ... | |
| Sony dvd/vcr - Older TV | 5/19/2011 |
| Q: Bad weather, power outage Sat night. Cable box reset, seems to work fine when hooked to a small ... A: Try wiggling and reseting the cables. Snow and white noise are an indication that the connections ... | |
| RESET QUASAR MODEL VV2008 | 5/19/2011 |
| Q: MY QUASAR VV 2008 TV WAS WORKING FINE MY WIFE PUSHERD THE CHANNEL BUTTON ON FRONT AND IT SWITCHED ... A: Try pushing the channel up or down buttons on the set. Some of the Quasar - made by Panasonic - ... | |
| Sanyo DS25630 went snowy in middle of watching a DVD | 5/19/2011 |
| Q: My wife was watching a DVD on our older Sanyo TV (model no. DS25630, chassis no. 25630-03) when it ... A: If the sound is also noise, then it almost for certain means the IC that handles audio and video ... | |
| Sharp LC32AV22U TV | 5/18/2011 |
| Q: I'm having audio syncing issues. After a while I have to turn the TV off and then back on to re-sync ... A: Have you tried an alternate connection from the box? Either composite or component? Are you ... | |
| viewing a VCR tape on a brand new HD TV | 5/18/2011 |
| Q: I have been reassured over & over that it is possible to use an older VCR with a new HD TV. On May ... A: The PV-V4021 has only composite outputs (yellow for video, red and white for audio) and therefore ... | |
| Sanyo DS25630 went snowy in middle of watching a DVD | 5/18/2011 |
| Q: My wife was watching a DVD on our older Sanyo TV (model no. DS25630, chassis no. 25630-03) when it ... A: But, does the sound still work? That is an important question. Did you do any resets? Best reset ... | |
| hitachi tv | 5/18/2011 |
| Q: model 60v500a have sound but no pic just a white screen we cant nothing to show up onthe screen ... A: Did you do some googling for this? Suggest you do so. This model has a history surrounding the ... | |
| RCA TV RCA 46"LCD HDTV No Sound | 5/17/2011 |
| Q: I have a RCA 46"LCD HDTV # L46WD22YX5 and the volume does not work. I check all program settings. ... A: I assume you mean menu settings rather than "program settings"? Sounds like you have done all the ... | |
| LG Cineplus gold, 51cm RF-20CA30KE display problem | 5/17/2011 |
| Q: after storm i put the plug into socket, turned on the tv, and suddenly the power went out.. after 1 ... A: What has happened is the vertical deflection circuit has failed. The most common cause of this - ... | |
| Picture Trouble on Samsung PCK5315R Projection TV | 5/17/2011 |
| Q: Have a 53" Samsung projection television (Model PCK5315R) that I purchased in 2001. The tv's worked ... A: It is the convergence circuit going/gone bad. If you call in an expert technician it will cost from ... | |
| phillips 42" liquid plasma | 5/16/2011 |
| Q: menu screen keeps poping up continuosly when first turned on but quits after tv seems to warmup A: I think it needs a new board. Probably the main processing board. Could be expensive. But, if you ... | |
| Thomson TV Picture Problem | 5/16/2011 |
| Q: Sir, In my thomson Tv, image(Picture) is getting shrinked and at the top some white lines are ... A: Woops, you did not give a model number. Without the model number we cannot know the technology of ... | |
| Philips TV ... just snow | 5/15/2011 |
| Q: Philips TV Model # 21PT1557/05 (standalone ... no peripheral connections) PROBLEM: No sound or ... A: Does it give good picture and sound when you DO connect a vcr or dvd player? If so, then the ... | |
| Toshiba TP48E60 | 5/15/2011 |
| Q: My TV turns on and the picture and sound work fine. After a few minutes the picture goes black. The ... A: First, it is a very old set. First built in 1995. Should yours be among the first production run ... | |
| Panasonic Model: PV-C2032W | 5/14/2011 |
| Q: I have a 9 yr old Panasonic dual TV (model: PV-C2032W) that I pulled out of the garage to use. ... A: Do you have the owners manual? If not, you will need it. There is an action button on the remote ... | |
| Pioneer VSX-454 input from cable box | 5/14/2011 |
| Q: WHERE DO i WIRE MY VERIZON CABLE BOX TO THE RECEIVER? A: If you want the best performance out of the tv picture quality you will take the video from the sat ... | |
| Philips TV Question | 5/14/2011 |
| Q: I have a Philips TV, model 32PT553S37G. It turns on (has a green light as the power), but no video ... A: There are many possible causes for the set to fail. The most common is failure of the main power ... | |
| Need Owners manual for Aiwa digital home system | 5/13/2011 |
| Q: I need to locate the owners manual for the "AIWA ///CD3 CX-NA505 Digital Audio Home Stereo System. ... A: You can purchase the manual online from several suppliers. I did not find a freeby anywhere. You ... | |
| Philips tv reset button | 5/13/2011 |
| Q: I need to know if there is a reset button on my 2006 Philips Pixel Plus HDTV.The tv will go off in ... A: You did not give me a model number so I cannot look it up. But, the best reset is what we call a ... | |
| SONY KF-60WE610 | 5/12/2011 |
| Q: Tried to turn on unit, heard a pop and got no picture. TV is six or seven years old, bulb only 2 ... A: Well, page 13 and 14 of your owners manual give instructions about the lamp and how to replace it. ... | |
| Mitsubishi video monitor - switching off | 5/12/2011 |
| Q: I have an ancient 32" Mitsubishi color display video monitor, model no. XC-3320C (manufactured in ... A: It is rare for a set to last so long. The problem with these old sets is that so many parts are ... | |
| Mitsubishi video monitor - switching off | 5/12/2011 |
| Q: I have an ancient 32" Mitsubishi color display video monitor, model no. XC-3320C (manufactured in ... A: Yes, it is an "ancient" set. There are over 1,000 parts inside this monster and just about anyone ... | |
| Mitsubishi tv | 5/11/2011 |
| Q: TV was-65311 Mitsubishi when you turn it on it immediately turns off. won't stay on at all. A: It can be caused by power supply failure, high voltage failure, convergence circuit failure among ... | |
| phillips tv model42pf7320a/37 | 5/11/2011 |
| Q: I have a phillips tv model42pf7320a/37 when switched on there is a click and it goes off. the screen ... A: Are you getting blinking of the standby lamp on the front of the set? Is it blinking 7 times? If ... | |
| PANASONIC TCP46UI PLASMA TV | 5/11/2011 |
| Q: I have a Panasonic model TCP46UI plasma TV that was hit with some water (not sure how much), but it ... A: Try another reset; just unplug it again for an hour or two and try again. But, if not, it is ... | |
| HDMI not showing up on input menu | 5/11/2011 |
| Q: So I have a LG 42PG20R and a factory reset happened on the t.v. After the initial set up the HDMI ... A: I would try doing a hard reset and then go through setup again. Do the hard reset by unplugging the ... | |
| Mitsubishi TV issue | 5/10/2011 |
| Q: I just received a used Mitsubishi TV . Model WS48511 and I currently have Dish Network. The person ... A: First, do you have the owners manual? If not, you can download it from retrevo.com free of charge. ... | |
| hitachi 50ux26b v61025688 | 5/9/2011 |
| Q: has no picture still has sound trying to get fixed cant find replacement bulbs for it. thanks for ... A: For service techs in your area you can google this site: ... | |
| tv blackout | 5/9/2011 |
| Q: my lcd tv is not showing any picture, the sounds are clear. the blue screen is coming on for a split ... A: Don't know for sure. It would require testing to be certain what is going on. My guess is 1) the ... | |
| T.V. trouble shoot/repair | 5/9/2011 |
| Q: my toshiba T.V. 46RV530U has small lines running through the picture and the right corner is ... A: Do you have a picture/jpg of the screen? That would help as there are many complaints on this model ... | |
| Toshiba 32HXL95 won't turn on | 5/8/2011 |
| Q: I am having a problem with my Toshiba 32HLX95 LCD (2005ish). The TV will not turn on with the ... A: Yes, fluctuating voltage is not good for electronic apparatus. First, I suggest you do a hard reset ... | |
| polaroid tv model flm 3732 white bands on display | 5/7/2011 |
| Q: After a power outage the display started displaying wide horizontal bands of light and flickering. ... A: Yes, I think you can change the board. Polaroid tv is just a marketing company using the Polaroid ... | |
| Yellow and Blue Tint | 5/7/2011 |
| Q: I have a rear projection Sony TV. The picture shows a blue and yellow tint. Could this be a blown ... A: Yes, it can be due to one or more of the projection tubes going bad. But they are very, very ... | |
| polaroid tv model flm 3732 white bands on display | 5/7/2011 |
| Q: After a power outage the display started displaying wide horizontal bands of light and flickering. ... A: The capacitor fix for this model was for trouble in the power supply. The problem you are facing ... | |
| RCA 52inch projection tv repair | 5/7/2011 |
| Q: we have a 52 inch RCA projection tv that we've had for 7 years now and recently the picture looks ... A: The convergence circuit has gone bad and needs repair. The repair will cost $250 to $350 depending ... | |
| remote control issue | 5/7/2011 |
| Q: My grandfather just got a used panasonic tv pv-df2704 without a remote, do to that we tried to setup ... A: You must have a working remote in order to scan for channels. Or, for that matter, to manually ... | |
| Sony KPR-46EX20 | 5/6/2011 |
| Q: Think I have a loose solder joint(s). Scenario - TV works fine BUT the brightness control runs ... A: I do not know the board structure of this model. It is a strange model number and does not fit into ... | |
| Sony KPR-46EX20 | 5/6/2011 |
| Q: Think I have a loose solder joint(s). Scenario - TV works fine BUT the brightness control runs ... A: It is a very bad idea to move an RPTV once it is installed. It is almost for certain to give you ... | |
| phillips tv has dark pulsating screen | 5/6/2011 |
| Q: Hi my 47 inch phillips flat screen year 2007 model47pfl7422d/37 has a dark pulsating screen i left ... A: It would require testing to know for sure what is going on. My guess is the driver board sometimes ... | |
| Proscan PS61700 AV connect | 5/6/2011 |
| Q: had xbox 360 hooked up to the AV in the back and it just stopped working; reconnected to the AV in ... A: Did you try a reset of the tv? Do this by unplugging the power for at least 2 hours or more. ... | |
| Sony big screen issue | 5/5/2011 |
| Q: I got it for free and it seems to be in great shape the only problem is that it will not power on. ... A: OK. The fuses are the first place to start looking. Then, the main power supply such as the back ... | |
| 1/3 picture | 5/4/2011 |
| Q: I have a rca model 24f512t tv and the picture started to reduce itself to about 1/3 the orignal size ... A: Oh. That is good. We call it an intermittent connection. Actually, schematics are usually not ... | |
| Sony big screen issue | 5/4/2011 |
| Q: I got it for free and it seems to be in great shape the only problem is that it will not power on. ... A: Congratulations. There are many "curb" freebies now days due to so many consumers switching over to ... | |
| 1/3 picture | 5/3/2011 |
| Q: I have a rca model 24f512t tv and the picture started to reduce itself to about 1/3 the orignal size ... A: From your description of the picture deformation I cannot be certain but my first guess is the ... | |
| SONY TUBE SHUTS OFF. | 5/2/2011 |
| Q: ITS A 2003 KV-36XBR800, WORKED FINE,TILL A YEAR AGO, AFTER BEEN ON FOR ABOUT A HOUR, IT JUST SHUT ... A: Its a power supply problem and must be tested/diagnosed by someone who knows how to work through the ... | |
| Sony Trinitron color tv kv-32xbr48 | 5/2/2011 |
| Q: Son gave us old TV, 1998, hooked it up to cable and eventually able to get best picture on all ... A: First, Comcast is almost certainly sending you the digital signals. You are not getting them unless ... | |
| RCA big screen projection TV model # P60752EB | 5/2/2011 |
| Q: the screen keeps flickering like a vcr that needs tracking fixed please help me!!!! A: Try a hard reset. Unplug the power cord of the tv and leave unplugged for a full 4 hours. This will ... | |
| RCA P60921 | 5/2/2011 |
| Q: The issue that we are having with our big screen RCA P60921 is this. One night we were watching it ... A: First just try a hard reset. To do this, unplug the tv power cord and leave it unplugged for at ... | |
| Panasonic 1080i does not turn on | 5/2/2011 |
| Q: I have a 56" Panasonic HDTV 1080i (older model) it was working fine, until it all of the sudden it ... A: Is there sound? Do you have the model number? Generally speaking if the picture goes but sound ... | |
| Sony Trinitron color tv kv-32xbr48 | 5/1/2011 |
| Q: Son gave us old TV, 1998, hooked it up to cable and eventually able to get best picture on all ... A: No, I don't think it has anything to do with the remote. Can you explain to me what you mean when ... | |
| Sony Trinitron color tv kv-32xbr48 | 5/1/2011 |
| Q: Son gave us old TV, 1998, hooked it up to cable and eventually able to get best picture on all ... A: It seems your son hooked it up so that the cable signal is connected to both the tv and the vcr. ... | |
| Panasonic Quintrix | 5/1/2011 |
| Q: I have an 8 year old Quintrix TX-29AS1C (On the front control panel under the screen it also has a ... A: Have you tried the self check on page 6? Any result? Actually, the condition you describe is very ... | |
| toshiba | 5/1/2011 |
| Q: toshiba dramatic-theatre model 43n9uxe.bila saya plugin tak ada suara dan gambar cuma led berkelip ... A: Your question is: when I plugin no sound and the picture only led to flash red to green Answer: ... | |
| SONY TUBE SHUTS OFF. | 5/1/2011 |
| Q: ITS A 2003 KV-36XBR800, WORKED FINE,TILL A YEAR AGO, AFTER BEEN ON FOR ABOUT A HOUR, IT JUST SHUT ... A: Does audio stay on? It makes a big difference. IF AUDIO STAYS ON: The problem is most likely loss ... | |
| 8 blinks | 4/30/2011 |
| Q: Sony KDL-40s3000, 2007-2008 model, doesn't turn on and standby light blinks 8 times. pls help and ... A: The blinking code of 8 flashes points to an IC failure. I think it is IC5000 in your set. It ... | |
| TV on off | 4/30/2011 |
| Q: I have a 44 inch Sony TV and it shows a great picture but it goes off after a few minutes. The Model ... A: Does the sound stay working when the picture goes? If so, the cause is very likely related to the ... | |
| sears LXI series | 4/30/2011 |
| Q: I have an Sears LXI compact Stereo system, model number 132.92880451. I'm trying to find out ... A: There are numerous causes. Let me list a few items that need to be checked by someone with learnt ... | |
| RCA MODULE HD52W59YX39 | 4/30/2011 |
| Q: HAD TO REPLACE DEFLECTION BOARD BOY WHAT A CHORE JUST TO LOCATE. PUT NEW BOARD IN BUT GREEN POWER ... A: Did you check all the fuses? There are at least two; one in the ac power side and one in the dc ... | |
| rca tv | 4/29/2011 |
| Q: My problem is the tv goes on and off and then starts searching the channels. It is driving me nuts. ... A: No, it is very unlikely to be a problem with your electrical service in the home. Similarly, it is ... | |
| RCA HD61w140yx1 | 4/29/2011 |
| Q: I have a 62 inch flat screen projection tv, and the screen will not turn on. I noticed this after a ... A: Partstore.com has lots of parts listed for this model: ... | |
| sound problem | 4/28/2011 |
| Q: TV turns on but cant hear TV shows. there is some sound (static) coming from the speakers but have ... A: Having the model number is essential to allow looking up the technology of your set. Every set is ... | |
| rca tv | 4/28/2011 |
| Q: My problem is the tv goes on and off and then starts searching the channels. It is driving me nuts. ... A: Now, try, in addition to the hard reset, the jiggle test. Often with older sets a solder joint ... | |
| rca tv | 4/27/2011 |
| Q: My problem is the tv goes on and off and then starts searching the channels. It is driving me nuts. ... A: Sorry, can't give you any dedicated information without the model number. Please get it off the ... | |
| tv troubleshooting | 4/27/2011 |
| Q: sony lcd projection model no. kdfe50a12u.screen is dark can only be viewed in dark room .colours ... A: Have you thought of replacing the lamp? You can read about how to do that in your owners manual. ... | |
| power/picture problem | 4/27/2011 |
| Q: I have a Zenith model SF2721H (1990) When I shut it off I hear poping, then static, low buzzing and ... A: I think you have two problems; they may be related to each other. ONE: The power supply is not ... | |
| rca m50wh72s | 4/26/2011 |
| Q: recently during a storm the power was off for a while. the tv was not on when the power went off, ... A: First thing to do is a hard reset: Turn it off, unplug the power cord. Leave unplugged for a good ... | |
| problema con la imagen wta 42 | 4/26/2011 |
| Q: hola, tengo una pantalla mitsubishi wta 42 el problema es con la imagen que se agranda como si ... A: I have a mitsubishi screen wta 42 the problem is with the image that expands as having the zoom ... | |
| No sound from SONY Trinitron | 4/26/2011 |
| Q: I'm the originally owner of a SONY Trinitron Color tv (KV-27TS36#. A year ago, I lost sound using ... A: Please check the cables again. It is possible someone, somehow made changes in them. You can't ... | |
| Sony Kv-32XBR450 | 4/26/2011 |
| Q: my tv randomly turned off while watching but little light on front blinking. When I could finally ... A: Did you count the blinks? The blink pattern is a diagnostic code for Sony sets. ... | |
| No TV with antenna and set top box | 4/25/2011 |
| Q: To start with, I know I was in an area (17980) with not very good signal strength. When the ... A: My first guess would be rainy weather has caused some deterioration, especially if water is getting ... | |
| PRO-RO5U box for Pioneer HDTV | 4/25/2011 |
| Q: The HDMI 3 input to the controller box quit working (HDMI 1 is OK). Is there a part that I can ... A: First, check the cables and open the box looking for broken wire or connector on the inside. If it ... | |
| LCD menu | 4/24/2011 |
| Q: I have a insignia 42" when pressing the remote menu button, the menu will not show and the menu ... A: My first guess is there is a software corruption in the controller section. Do a hard reset and see ... | |
| No TV with antenna and set top box | 4/24/2011 |
| Q: To start with, I know I was in an area (17980) with not very good signal strength. When the ... A: Sun spot activity this year is causing some poor transmittance of communications signals. You may ... | |
| Sony 38" XBR Picture Problems | 4/24/2011 |
| Q: The picture has darked so that it's difficult to see during the day and there are splashes of red ... A: I am going to guess this is caused by trouble in the chroma amplifier system. A part of this is a ... | |
| Sony Sterio Cassette Deck | 4/24/2011 |
| Q: I have a Sony TC-W2 tape deck. While replacing a belt I noticed that the A side motor rons ... A: Probably. It is likely a long life, low current motor that is running so as to make instant ... | |
| faulty tv | 4/23/2011 |
| Q: i have a aquos SHARP TV MONITOR.LC26GA3X. purchased 2/4/05. When turning the tv on the power red ... A: Same as before. Have the power supply checked. In the worst case it may need a new power supply ... | |
| tv fault | 4/23/2011 |
| Q: I have a Aquos sharp tv monitor. bought 2/4/05 LC26GA3X. The fault is when turning tv on the red ... A: First, do a reset. Unplug the mains for at least one full hour before trying again. If the reset ... | |
| only one video connection working | 4/23/2011 |
| Q: my front video not working also the bottom input is not working is it anything i can do to repair ... A: Are you sure? You must select the correct video input. This is done by actuating the remote button ... | |
| RCA HD52W59 TV | 4/23/2011 |
| Q: I have an RCA HD52W59 TV that will turn on and picture is fine for awhile, then it will fade to ... A: It could be a convergence failure. However, I think not. The symptoms you described are more like ... | |
| 1999.TheaterView Toshiba Rear Rejection Model # TZ55V61 | 4/22/2011 |
| Q: I turn my TV on and not a minute later it turns off and the red power light does not stop flashing. ... A: It could be a power supply failure or a convergence circuit going bad (among other things). I ... | |
| install VCR | 4/22/2011 |
| Q: I have 12 yr. old 36" RCA, attached is cable(direct TV)Tivo(allows you to record whenever)and I want ... A: The model number is needed in order to know what the tv will support. But, you can do this. ... | |
| double images | 4/22/2011 |
| Q: our tv started showing double images. what could be the problem? the make is RCA and model is ... A: This is almost always caused by failure of the convergence circuit. Look here: ... | |
| noisy relay in sanyo tv | 4/21/2011 |
| Q: I'm having difficulty diagnosing a very bad vibration/humming noise when the set is turned on. the ... A: I suspect you have one or more bad electrolytic capacitors in the power supply which are the root ... | |
| help | 4/21/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1996 Magnovox tv.. It keeps waving and flickering. I can't see the picture. How so I fix? A: Best way is to replace it with a newer, modern model. But, it seems you don't wish to do that or ... | |
| Mitshubishi TV | 4/21/2011 |
| Q: I have a Mitsubishi Medallion 1080 Series TV Model # WS55613. Recently the tv has stopped ... A: Have you done a hard reset? Do this by unplugging the power cord for a full three hours or more ... | |
| sony projection tv | 4/7/2011 |
| Q: The picture on it looks like your bending a mirror,edges toward you and the middle away from you. ... A: Odds are the convergence circuit has gone south. Not uncommon with any RPTV. If you have the ... | |
| Black and white dots | 4/7/2011 |
| Q: I have black and white dots on my television. I hear it might me an optical drive. The model # is ... A: White dots can be caused by a failing DMD board OR a failing light engine. It requires an expert to ... | |
| RCA TV model#F27636BC | 4/7/2011 |
| Q: After watching tv for a while, I turned it off and a few hours later went back, and tv will not ... A: Probably something inside has failed. Could be the main power supply, high voltage or one of the ... | |
| Repair TV | 4/6/2011 |
| Q: I have a phillips magnavox, model no. ms3252s431, chassis no. L01.UAC 7638.When I turn tv on it will ... A: You did not mention the audio. Do you still hear the audio when the picture goes out? IF SOUND ... | |
| tv | 4/6/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1998 Phillips Magnavox 8p6041 c101 60" rear projection TV i need to find the TV tubes would ... A: Your description of the symptoms does not provide me with enough to go on. I am still guessing at ... | |
| no power to tv | 4/6/2011 |
| Q: The electricity in our area went off for 15 mins and when it was returned to our properties our ... A: There are no patterns of failure when these kinds of power failures cause the tv to fail. First, ... | |
| VIZIO VW46L FHDTV | 4/6/2011 |
| Q: When I first turn the TV on the right side of the screen is dark. After the TV warms up the darkness ... A: It is impossible to know what is going wrong without some testing - by a tech who has the computer ... | |
| TV or Cable Problem?? | 4/5/2011 |
| Q: I have a 50" Panasonic plasma TV (TC-P50G25). It is 6 weeks old. I subscribe to cable TV with ... A: Most television manufacturers have variations within the models depending on who they are selling ... | |
| tv | 4/5/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1998 Phillips Magnavox 8p6041 c101 60" rear projection TV i need to find the TV tubes would ... A: Is this what you are looking for? ... | |
| white dot | 4/5/2011 |
| Q: I have a mitsubishi dlp tv , and i have one white dot on the screen ( appears to be a light A: How big is the dot (diameter in inches or cm)? What is the model number of your dlp tv? So, I ... | |
| TV problem | 4/5/2011 |
| Q: My RCA big screen picture is curving in like it has a bend in it. What could that be A: It can be caused by many ailments but is most often, like 90% of the time, caused by the convergence ... | |
| RCA P56820BL bar across pic and goes black | 4/4/2011 |
| Q: Don't know the age of the set, but its old. Turn on set, from top, about 12 inches down, there is a ... A: This seems to be a failure of the vertical deflection amplifier. At least based on your description ... | |
| TV or Cable Problem?? | 4/4/2011 |
| Q: I have a 50" Panasonic plasma TV (TC-P50G25). It is 6 weeks old. I subscribe to cable TV with ... A: This is an age old problem and it is caused by the different time required for the digital ... | |
| TV won't show a VCR recording on screen. | 4/4/2011 |
| Q: TV is an RCA "TruFlat"model#24F512T built in 2005. I have digital cable. About one week ago, I ... A: I lost track of the details of your system hookup. You did not mention the cable company you have ... | |
| toshiba big sceen tv | 4/4/2011 |
| Q: is there a reset on the s video when i got the tv the s video had a lock code how can i get it un ... A: You should find the answer in your owners manual. It is available for download if you have ... | |
| car vcr installation | 4/3/2011 |
| Q: we have a 2001 chevy express pass. van with the rosen products dual overhead monitors one in front ... A: Please check with Crutchfield.com for this item. I think the cable/adapter you need is found here: ... | |
| Hum from phono preamp with turntable connected | 4/3/2011 |
| Q: Briefly, in 2007 replaced Sony AV receiver with Yamaha RX-V461 reciever that does not have a phono ... A: Two thoughts come quickly to mind: ONE: The ground on the cartridge is either not connected or the ... | |
| Toshiba Regza 42AV635DB | 4/3/2011 |
| Q: i have a Toshiba Regza 42AV635DB, when on standby it became unresponsive to the remote, firstly the ... A: See this thread: ... | |
| DVD connection problem | 4/3/2011 |
| Q: I have a Toshiba 27D46 Theatervision SD made in 2006. I connected a Sony DVP-SR200P DVD player with ... A: The Toshiba tv model says, in the manual: "Note: The ColorStream inputs on this TV are for use with ... | |
| fuse type for tv | 4/2/2011 |
| Q: What fuse do i need for Poloroid 30 tv Model 3200 What amps What voltage A: I could not find your specified model but I looked at a few other models of that size and look like ... | |
| static on IR wireless headphones | 4/2/2011 |
| Q: I have a set of Radio Shack wireless infrared headphones (catalogue #33-125) that are a couple years ... A: Strange. I am now thinking maybe it is not static getting into the IR receiver but RFI (radio ... | |
| TV will not power on | 4/1/2011 |
| Q: I have a Panasonic Omnivision VHS combination VCR TV, Model PV-M2737. While the TV was on there was ... A: These circumstances hardly ever produce the same results. It is impossible to know without testing ... | |
| static on IR wireless headphones | 4/1/2011 |
| Q: I have a set of Radio Shack wireless infrared headphones (catalogue #33-125) that are a couple years ... A: Since the static goes away if you cover the IR receiver eye with your hand it means there is some ... | |
| sony wega Trinitron DRC MF TV Problem | 3/31/2011 |
| Q: I have a 29" Sony Wega Trinitron DRC MF Color TV - Model No. KV-DB29M81 purchased in 2006. Recently, ... A: It would be a wild guess without some testing to learn what is going on. It seems to be an ... | |
| Hum from Sony STR-KG700 Receiver | 3/31/2011 |
| Q: I have a receiver that has a constant higher pitched hum that is not noticeable at higher listening ... A: The spectrum you sent it too high in frequency to be power supply related. Bad capacitors in the ... | |
| SONY TV - BLUISH Screen | 3/31/2011 |
| Q: I have a 21 inch Sony Trinitron TV about 12 years old. Over a few months or so the screen has become ... A: I have a couple of thoughts. ONE: It may be an intermittent condition caused by poor connection or ... | |
| Turntable valume very low | 3/31/2011 |
| Q: I have an RCA turntable (Model TT 120-11, dual speed, magnetic cartridge) with a new stylus and a ... A: Yes, the magnetic cartridge has a very low output - but very good sound quality. To continue using ... | |
| volume is going crazy | 3/29/2011 |
| Q: I have a jvc tv and the model number is av32d201 and the volume is going up and down all by itself. ... A: I suspect you will need to have it serviced; a new IC controller may be needed. That is not a DIY ... | |
| sylivanna Tv flat screen | 3/28/2011 |
| Q: My TV was on during a storm the power was going off and on. Now the stand by light to turn it on is ... A: Probably a fuse - or two - got wiped out. Could be other damages to it from the power surges. ... | |
| TV keeps turning off | 3/28/2011 |
| Q: Have Sylvania LC320SL8 DOM May 2007. For past few days, have been smelling smoldering electronics ... A: Better replace the board. Something caused the board to burn; if you just repair the bad foil ... | |
| Hum from Sony STR-KG700 Receiver | 3/28/2011 |
| Q: I have a receiver that has a constant higher pitched hum that is not noticeable at higher listening ... A: Interesting. Then, based on what I have learnt so far I am going to suggest it is coming from the ... | |
| Sony Trinitron xbr | 3/28/2011 |
| Q: We cant get the Aux 3 message off the screen. Have tried using universal remote to get a menu but ... A: On remote press display button (or some other nomenclature that brings display up and out). If that ... | |
| Mitsubishi tv | 3/27/2011 |
| Q: We have mitsubishi tv model ws55315 no pic just green screen. We have sound but only a blamk green ... A: Since you have sound it sort of eliminates the main power supply and the tuner section as culprits. ... | |
| Sony projection Tv | 3/27/2011 |
| Q: My Sony tv goes blue after 1 or 2 min I think it is a 52 in A: Going blue is usually a setting that you have messed up or a problem with the video processing ... | |
| JMB Standby Lights Flashing | 3/27/2011 |
| Q: During the night the standby light keeps flashing & will only stop if i turn tv on, Please could you ... A: Try a reset. Usually, reset function is described in your owners manual. A "hard reset" can be ... | |
| rca 56" rear projection picture disappear. still has sound | 3/27/2011 |
| Q: I have a 10 year old rca. 56" projection tv that over. The last few years picture was fading. Now ... A: Could be the high voltage has gone bad. Could be the horizontal deflection amplifier has gone bad. ... | |
| TV keeps turning off | 3/26/2011 |
| Q: Have Sylvania LC320SL8 DOM May 2007. For past few days, have been smelling smoldering electronics ... A: Of course it is repairable. The question is whether or not it is a good investment to do so. This ... | |
| i have lost my user manual and remote is stuffed and need manual codes to enter to a uni remote | 3/26/2011 |
| Q: i need the codes for uni remote due to my remote stuffed up and tryed to do automatic serach but ... A: I had this question come to me before and found the codes for your model to be: "Rowa models: 344, ... | |
| Sony kp53hs10 | 3/26/2011 |
| Q: I just recieved a Sony kp53hs10 projection televison. The remote control does not work. The ... A: Based on your test I would say the IR unit is working. I tried www.partstore.com but they do not ... | |
| Aiwa XR-MT100 | 3/26/2011 |
| Q: The display quit working, but everything else works fine. The repair shop tells me it's the front ... A: You are right; there are no parts suppliers that I could find. Did they test it? Sometimes the ... | |
| no picture | 3/25/2011 |
| Q: daytek dt2620 reset button where is it or do you know what mite be wrong with it it has power but no ... A: The only reset that I know of on this model is to unplug the power cord for a couple of hours so the ... | |
| Hum from Sony STR-KG700 Receiver | 3/25/2011 |
| Q: I have a receiver that has a constant higher pitched hum that is not noticeable at higher listening ... A: If I were testing the set I would do the following in order to isolate what the cause may be: ONE: ... | |
| TV Repair- 20 yr. old Toshiba | 3/24/2011 |
| Q: Toshiba CX3298K wonderful 32 inch TV from about 1991 has been repaired for vertical circuit common ... A: The markings on the printed board should identify the vertical deflection area and the output ... | |
| cleanning | 3/24/2011 |
| Q: how do i clean the bulbs on my tv...thanks ANSWER: You did not give me a make and model number. ... A: You may have to remove the covers so you can see into the picture projection tubes. If the ... | |
| cleanning | 3/24/2011 |
| Q: how do i clean the bulbs on my tv...thanks A: You did not give me a make and model number. Without that I don't know the technology of the set. ... | |
| TV wont turn on | 3/24/2011 |
| Q: We have a 62" Mitsubishi DLP rear projection tv, it is 6 years old. A few days ago It was having a ... A: You will need a Mitsubishi repair tech to look at it. There are so many problems with these sets ... | |
| rca 42 tv wont turn on or off | 3/23/2011 |
| Q: i bought a 3 year old rca 42 flat screen i was told it needed a 5 dollar part inside it do u know ... A: There are hundreds of parts in a tv of this category. It may be the back light (more like $100) or ... | |
| TV Repair- 20 yr. old Toshiba | 3/23/2011 |
| Q: Toshiba CX3298K wonderful 32 inch TV from about 1991 has been repaired for vertical circuit common ... A: The vertical deflection system has failed. It is most often the vertical output transistor but can ... | |
| Wireless mics | 3/22/2011 |
| Q: I recently purchased a four mic wireless set up from Pyle Pro cat # PDWM5000 and wanted to use my ... A: According to the owners manual in my hand the audio output of the transmitter which feeds into your ... | |
| Wireless mics | 3/22/2011 |
| Q: I recently purchased a four mic wireless set up from Pyle Pro cat # PDWM5000 and wanted to use my ... A: One additional thought; this unit has a squelch setting and if it is set too low or too high it can ... | |
| DVD RECORDER WONT PLAY BACK ITS RECORDING | 3/22/2011 |
| Q: I have a Sharp DV RW340U VCR/DVD Recorder combination. I am dubbing a videocassette unto a DVD. It ... A: One of the most frequent causes of this is the disc was not finalized all the way after it was ... | |
| problem with wireless headphones | 3/22/2011 |
| Q: I have purchased AKG K930 wireless headphones for my Lenco television. I have charged the batteries ... A: It helped, but did it solve the problem? But, that is true, if the volume level coming into the ... | |
| charging batteries | 3/21/2011 |
| Q: I have an unusual question. I have a 48 volt power supply. The problem is it no longer charges the ... A: First the battery charger; usually the reason for not charging is the rectifier has gone bad. That ... | |
| Vizio 42" LCD tv | 3/21/2011 |
| Q: I have a Vizio VW42LFHDTV10A, serial # LQPBYBJ3419077, manuf date not shown on rear of unit. ... A: Striking the set with a ball could have caused damage to the display or any of the boards or ... | |
| Toshiba T.V. Model- tp50h60 | 3/21/2011 |
| Q: I have a projection Toshiba, Model tp50h60, and every hour or so there will be a loud electrical ... A: Yes, it could be but more likely it is high voltage arcing. This is because of dust or humidity or ... | |
| Sony kp53hs10 | 3/20/2011 |
| Q: I just recieved a Sony kp53hs10 projection televison. The remote control does not work. The ... A: There are several owners having this same problem from what I see in the Internet. Normally, if you ... | |
| Mitsubishi WS65513 | 3/20/2011 |
| Q: The green power keeps blinking for several minutes before powering up and sometimes for hours. I ... A: This model is all over the internet with the blinking problem. Seems to be a prominent issue with ... | |
| problem with wireless headphones | 3/20/2011 |
| Q: I have purchased AKG K930 wireless headphones for my Lenco television. I have charged the batteries ... A: Then, I am thinking the headphones are defective; some circuit inside the headphone receiver is ... | |
| fix sony tv | 3/20/2011 |
| Q: I have q 32 in. sony trinitron tv. When i turn on picture does not come on for at least three to ... A: Probably no easy fix, but, try resetting it - which works in a minority of cases. Do this by ... | |
| hkavr80thx | 3/19/2011 |
| Q: My hk avr 80 was working fine but all of a sudden it started making a click sound, when playing ... A: It sounds to me, based on your symptoms, the error detection and correction system in the player is ... | |
| problem with wireless headphones | 3/19/2011 |
| Q: I have purchased AKG K930 wireless headphones for my Lenco television. I have charged the batteries ... A: I have had the same thing happen - but with a different brand/model - and found that the batteries ... | |
| Stuck in Black & White | 3/19/2011 |
| Q: My 11 year-old Sony Videoscope XBR has been stuck in black and white for a few days and nothing ... A: Did you try the reset or hard reset? This can sometimes be the result of a software corruption. ... | |
| Proscan PS50700 | 3/18/2011 |
| Q: The TV works however I cannot get the set to read the channels. I have cable but no cable box. Have ... A: Well, this is an analog receiver and will tune in only analog channels. Maybe your cable signals ... | |
| T.V color fault | 3/18/2011 |
| Q: Make Sony Model No KDL-37P3020 Ass - Spain 9/2007 The set has developed a fault whereby everyone ... A: I have not heard of this on the family of LCD models by Sony in this classification. It is likely a ... | |
| RCA Model P52937 T.V. No Audio | 3/18/2011 |
| Q: There is a picture but no audio. The remote will change channel but will not access volume. The ... A: First try a hard reset: Unplug the power cord for a couple of hours before rebooting. Next try the ... | |
| whtie residue on circuit boards | 3/16/2011 |
| Q: What are the white residues on the circuit board and is it possible to reconstruct a pathway on the ... A: The common way of producing printed circuits is to start with a blank board which is manufactured by ... | |
| Panasonic CT-27G33W | 3/16/2011 |
| Q: For the last month or so, the TV has begun showing vertical flipping (I'm sure this is the wrong ... A: I would say yes; time to think about new technology. The flipping, as you describe it, is most ... | |
| TV powers Off when FIOS box is turned on | 3/16/2011 |
| Q: Just bought new Samsung PN58C8000 3D plasma 58' TV. I'm using the older FIOS receiver box. When I ... A: Does tv turn on and off when plugged into separate outlet and you use tv remote? Does the FIOS ... | |
| GE 37 inch analog tv getting radio interference | 3/16/2011 |
| Q: I have a GE analog TV (32in i think), and I have a digital antenna, Magnavox converter box, dvd ... A: Normally, if the mute does not stop it you have a big problem. Either it is coming into the ... | |
| GE 37 inch analog tv getting radio interference | 3/16/2011 |
| Q: I have a GE analog TV (32in i think), and I have a digital antenna, Magnavox converter box, dvd ... A: If you have removed the rf modulator and still have the interference than it is coming from the set ... | |
| capacitors | 3/14/2011 |
| Q: Do you think by just putting capictors on some of the inputs or outputs of a car radio or speaker ... A: You must be more specific. A capacitor is an electronic component and has circuit properties that ... | |
| whtie residue on circuit boards | 3/14/2011 |
| Q: What are the white residues on the circuit board and is it possible to reconstruct a pathway on the ... A: Can I assume you are not an electronics technician? Thus, you are referring to the circuit foils on ... | |
| ATX power supply reflow ? | 3/14/2011 |
| Q: My 1st pentium power suplly seems to be dull in a few places on the underside curcuit and a few rust ... A: You really need to learn about soldering. It is a skill that is learned both through experience and ... | |
| Hue level got changed, can't get it back to normal | 3/13/2011 |
| Q: I have a Sony Trinitron TV model # KV 20TS28. It was manufactured in 1992. I bought it used and it ... A: You are probably correct about the comcast remote operating the hue bar by two or three buttons ... | |
| audio troubleshoot | 3/13/2011 |
| Q: My SANYO radio cassete player/ recorder produces only the treble sounds for the left channel. It has ... A: What? When you swapped speakers they were both working fine? Do they work fine when you swap them ... | |
| REMOTE | 3/12/2011 |
| Q: I Have A Vizio(E550VL) T.V And A RCA RTB1023 Blu-Ray Home Theater System....The Remote Control To ... A: The remote control that comes with your Vizio tv is programmable to be able to operate the RCA BR ... | |
| Sony CCDFX510 Video camera | 3/11/2011 |
| Q: This camera is a good many years old, but maintained by myself (single, no smoke, no kids, etc) and ... A: I have never operated this or any similar camera myself personally so I cannot draw on personal ... | |
| Sony CCDFX510 Video camera | 3/10/2011 |
| Q: This camera is a good many years old, but maintained by myself (single, no smoke, no kids, etc) and ... A: Are you seeing the black bar for battery power through the viewfinder? (Or, the battery may not be ... | |
| How to make two connections from one LNB on a satelite dish. | 3/10/2011 |
| Q: I apologize in advance if I am in the wrong section but this is the only location that I could find ... A: Various dual LNBs are around. See this: ... | |
| Sony CCDFX510 Video camera | 3/10/2011 |
| Q: This camera is a good many years old, but maintained by myself (single, no smoke, no kids, etc) and ... A: This is really old. This model goes way back to 1992! Making it almost 20 years old. You would ... | |
| sanyo tv model ce32ld81-b | 3/10/2011 |
| Q: my sanyo tv is currently on standby i cant switch it on with or without the remote i think it might ... A: Does it turn on and off when operating the buttons on the front panel of the tv? If so, the remote ... | |
| Panasonic Plasma display malfunction | 3/9/2011 |
| Q: I have a Panasonic Viera TH-37PX25 and it will not properly display analog channels or analog video ... A: Did it once work correctly? Do you think something has happened with the set or setup? It it once ... | |
| Panasonic Plasma display malfunction | 3/9/2011 |
| Q: I have a Panasonic Viera TH-37PX25 and it will not properly display analog channels or analog video ... A: Have you done a rescan of stations? You must select both analog and digital when choosing the scan ... | |
| sound problem | 3/9/2011 |
| Q: i m unable to hear sound in my laptop speaker but while using my headphone i can hear sounds but in ... A: When did this occur? Just recently? Did the sound work previously? Do you have it on mute? Check ... | |
| power amp fuse | 3/9/2011 |
| Q: I have a adcom gfa 5300 amp that stopped working. Changed the fuse, it was blown. Put the same ... A: Yes, that should be the right fuse. Six amp rating is what the manual called for. If it still blows ... | |
| diagrams for vcr/dvd hook up | 3/8/2011 |
| Q: I have dish-network. Duel programing. I have a JVC TV on the main TV 1 unit and a Samsung on TV 2. I ... A: What does not operate? Do you get video properly when playing a dvd, for example? Did the ... | |
| Samsung tv suddenly stopped working | 3/8/2011 |
| Q: My 81cm Samsung LCD television with built in HD suddenly stopped working when I was watching a ... A: Yes, it could be the power board. There is really no way to tell without testing it. The circuits ... | |
| TV Hitachi no power with red led on | 3/8/2011 |
| Q: Problem tv hitachi model C2133MN no power but red led on. check output voltage at secondary - 90v ... A: You did not answer the most importantDo you have a raster on the screen? If no, the problem is loss ... | |
| TV Hitachi no power with red led on | 3/7/2011 |
| Q: Problem tv hitachi model C2133MN no power but red led on. check output voltage at secondary - 90v ... A: You have done a good job so far. Congratulations. Does it give audio? If audio but no video it is ... | |
| RCA BLINKING POWER LIGHT | 3/7/2011 |
| Q: My set has been working great, Today I urn on tv and the green power light blinks, and no picture or ... A: Then it is not something simple. The set is a few years old, first sold in 2002, so it could be ... | |
| RCA BLINKING POWER LIGHT | 3/7/2011 |
| Q: My set has been working great, Today I urn on tv and the green power light blinks, and no picture or ... A: I will need the model number in order to find out the technology in your set. Meantime, do a hard ... | |
| black screen | 3/6/2011 |
| Q: I have a 55' mitsubishi television model ws-55805. It has worked great since I got it. Today I ... A: Unplugging for a few hours is what we call a "hard reset" and will often times bring the set back ... | |
| lcd tv | 3/6/2011 |
| Q: could you tell me who makes the cello and neon lcd tv as i have lost my remote and bought a ... A: According to their company literature they are making these tvs by themselves in Northeast England: ... | |
| sound | 3/6/2011 |
| Q: my sound has gone out on ge tv i used to be able to take air hose to clean out and it would come ... A: The audio amplifier has probably failed, finally, due to overheating. The repair typically involves ... | |
| black screen | 3/5/2011 |
| Q: I have a 55' mitsubishi television model ws-55805. It has worked great since I got it. Today I ... A: The list is long of possible causes. Most frequent is power supply related. Unfortunately, without ... | |
| 1999 sony 46" TV | 3/5/2011 |
| Q: model KP53S65 color rear video projection It was on when it made a "pop" and then went black from ... A: First guess would be the flyback transformer went "poof"! It is a $45 to $50 part and requires ... | |
| sony KDS-R50XBR1 | 3/4/2011 |
| Q: i recently fixed my fan w/ your help...thank you...but now i push power the fan kicks on but then ... A: Did you replace the lamp? If the lamp is blinking in red....... it means the lamp needs attention. ... | |
| TV shorted when plugged in at new house | 3/4/2011 |
| Q: We have a VIZIO TV Model No: VA 26LHDTV10T. When we moved this TV to our new home and plugged it ... A: When you say it doesn't turn on do you mean there are no lights or indication of power of any kind? ... | |
| Samsung 60 inch plasma | 3/4/2011 |
| Q: Doesy tv have Bluetooth capability A: Some do, some don't. Only the newer models do and I think they are all of the LCD variety. ... | |
| Mitsubishi 65 inch DLP | 3/3/2011 |
| Q: We have a 2.5 year old Mitsubishi 65 inch DLP TV. We are constantly having to hit the reset button ... A: Have you tried a "hard" reset? Do this by unplugging the power cord for a full one hour, maybe two. ... | |
| Antenna | 3/3/2011 |
| Q: I recently purchased an LG 32LD460 and I am told it doesn't work with a normal antenna. It only ... A: It will work just fine with an antenna of any type so long as you have a strong enough signal coming ... | |
| TV Repair | 3/3/2011 |
| Q: I have a 52" Hitachi Rear projection TV. I have some cracks in the screen. Is it possible to replace ... A: Yes. If you were to consult the service manual it will give the part number which can be ordered ... | |
| sony KDS-R50XBR1 | 3/2/2011 |
| Q: WHEN I PUSH THE POWER BUTTON NOTHING HAPPENS EXCEPT THE STANDBY/POWER LIGHT TURNS GREEN & BLINKS 51 ... A: Have you changed the lamp in it? This problem may - probably is - related to the lamp and/or the ... | |
| Thompson wysius | 3/2/2011 |
| Q: Please can you help i have a Thompson Wysius 42" Plasma the one with the sepurate tunner, the tunner ... A: ONE: Long period of storage is not good for electronic products. They should be fired up every once ... | |
| tv | 3/2/2011 |
| Q: I have a Mitsubishi vs-4541 model. the sound works but the picture is not. the filaments are light ... A: When audio is ok but the picture is dark (no raster) it means the high voltage has failed or the ... | |
| LG TV Beeps and Randomly Freezes | 3/1/2011 |
| Q: My TV is an LG 22LE5300 LED LCD HDTV made in Mexico in May, 2010. The same symptoms have been ... A: Hope the unit is still under warranty. You should have taken it back into the retailer or to the ... | |
| Panasonic PV-D4734S DVD/VCR Deck does'nt power up | 3/1/2011 |
| Q: I unplugged the Panasonic PV-D4734S DVD/VCR while connected to the powersurge protector, removed an ... A: It would be simple to check for power getting to the set with a VOM (volt ohm meter) if you have one ... | |
| television | 3/1/2011 |
| Q: I have a toshiba 40RV525R TV when powered up the green light and the toshiba logo power up but there ... A: It is getting power or the lights you mentioned would not come on. The problem is the internal ... | |
| JMB LCD TV STANDBY FAULT?? | 3/1/2011 |
| Q: ,,,sometimes it will come on and STAY on for a few minutes then turn back onto standby! please can ... A: It is not a matter with the remote control circuitry. It is going into protection mode and is most ... | |
| Mitsubishi 73' DLP HD TV | 2/28/2011 |
| Q: Was watching my TV and the red lamp light started flashing. I turned it off, pull the lamp out and ... A: Cool the set down. Remove the lamp again. Read the owners manual very careful and reinstall it ... | |
| TV "static" | 2/28/2011 |
| Q: model# 19MF337B/27 Make B23A0739230611 Phillips/Magnavox 2-3 yrs old. The tv satarted makes loud ... A: It may cost $20 for parts if you can fix it yourself. A shop will charge $100 plus or minus. You ... | |
| power amp fuse | 2/28/2011 |
| Q: I have a adcom gfa 5300 amp that stopped working. Changed the fuse, it was blown. Put the same ... A: Make sure you have the right fuse. The 250v rating means nothing; it is current ratings that are ... | |
| 50 sanyo plasma tv dp50749 | 2/27/2011 |
| Q: has great sound but no picture A: Well, with no other description of the symptoms it is quite difficult to give you anything precise. ... | |
| Panasonic PV-D4734S DVD/VCR Deck does'nt power up | 2/27/2011 |
| Q: I unplugged the Panasonic PV-D4734S DVD/VCR while connected to the powersurge protector, removed an ... A: Most likely cause is the power cord. Do you get any light or indicator whatsoever? If no, then ... | |
| static | 2/27/2011 |
| Q: just moved 3 mile down the road, hooked back up my Sony surround. am fm cd just fine, with tv must ... A: Since you are certain the problem is not related to the cables between the tv outputs and the input ... | |
| tv repair | 2/27/2011 |
| Q: i have a sony projection tv that use to tern on and off until it finally stayed on but now i doesnt ... A: Have you replaced the lamp? That could be a contributing cause on this model. There are so many ... | |
| RCA LCD NOT WORKING ANYMORE | 2/26/2011 |
| Q: I have a 32 inch RCA lcd model #L32WD124X7 that is about 5 years old now. It was working fine then ... A: I suppose when they said bad filters they were talking about the ripple filter in the main power ... | |
| sony 55 in projection tv | 2/26/2011 |
| Q: comes on then after a few minites it turns off,lamp seems fine had a power shortage do u think maybe ... A: Check the door on the lamp; make sure it it tight. Listen for the fan to come on when you reseal ... | |
| Thomson Proscan model PS36600 | 2/26/2011 |
| Q: The picture quality on this older 36" set is cherry, but there is a problem with the aspect ratio ... A: Go here: http://fixyourowntv.com/servicemenu.php where you will find instructions on how to get ... | |
| static | 2/26/2011 |
| Q: just moved 3 mile down the road, hooked back up my Sony surround. am fm cd just fine, with tv must ... A: Probably not hooked up correctly or you didn't go back in the menu and reset the audio parameters. ... | |
| ac adapter | 2/25/2011 |
| Q: I have a apex tv mod. avl3076 and the ac adapert apears to have a light on it but it wont come on ... A: Yes, it might be the power adapter. Do you have a voltmeter and do you know how to take voltage ... | |
| Stuck CD | 2/25/2011 |
| Q: I have a Proscan 26" LED TV w/DVD, model # 26LB30QD. I have a DVD stuck in the drive and it will not ... A: First try a reset: Unplug the power cord for at least one full hour, then try it again. Secondly: ... | |
| No sound | 2/25/2011 |
| Q: How much would it cost to take a Hitachi HD Ultravision television to a repair man and get the sound ... A: How did you check the audio output jacks on the back? Did you connect an external amplifier and a ... | |
| rca model f36665 | 2/24/2011 |
| Q: My tv does not have any picture or channels, sound is fine, menu works fine. when i try channel ... A: Yes, because it is likely connected to other circuitry. It could also be the cause of loss of high ... | |
| rca model f36665 | 2/24/2011 |
| Q: My tv does not have any picture or channels, sound is fine, menu works fine. when i try channel ... A: Seems you have lost voltage to the horizontal deflection amplifier (and probably the vertical ... | |
| Hitachi 50 | 2/24/2011 |
| Q: After pushing the on button the green light flashes and stays on,but the screen goes black after a ... A: Of the screen raster has no synch but the raster is stable then you have lost something in the video ... | |
| LG tv problem | 2/24/2011 |
| Q: I have 14 inch LG TV (Golden Eye). I am having a problem in display and as well in audio. I am ... A: Well, there are hundreds, maybe thousands, of connections inside a typical tv set. An intermittent ... | |
| LG tv problem | 2/23/2011 |
| Q: I have 14 inch LG TV (Golden Eye). I am having a problem in display and as well in audio. I am ... A: It looks like a bad antenna connection or orientation. ONE: Try orienting the antenna for stronger ... | |
| Samsung tv suddenly stopped working | 2/23/2011 |
| Q: My 81cm Samsung LCD television with built in HD suddenly stopped working when I was watching a ... A: Have you consulted the owners manual? Some Samsung LCD sets have lamps that will go out and the set ... | |
| No sound | 2/23/2011 |
| Q: How much would it cost to take a Hitachi HD Ultravision television to a repair man and get the sound ... A: Without knowing the technology I cannot give you a very wise answer. If you will send me the model ... | |
| sony tv | 2/22/2011 |
| Q: i have a sony trinitron 37 inch tv. color is bad on tv and when u switch to the guide so blurry u ... A: It is a matter for the Sony technical people to look at. This symptom is known on many sets and ... | |
| DVD/VCR Sony Combo won't power up | 2/22/2011 |
| Q: I just moved the dvd/vcr combo unit from one room to another and tried to power it up but it won't ... A: Well, it could be a fuse. They are usually, but not always, able to be detected visually for being ... | |
| philips tv | 2/21/2011 |
| Q: I have a 42" Philips LCD tv about a year old, I had a power outage last nite, and when I turned the ... A: Unplug the power cord for a full hour or two; then reboot. This may overcome internal software ... | |
| Fisher DAC-195 cd changer | 2/21/2011 |
| Q: the cd changer will not respond or act when you press the eject for any of the cd slots. Just makes ... A: This model goes back to 1988; over 20 years of age! First thought is the controller IC chip has ... | |
| wont turn on | 2/21/2011 |
| Q: I have an old jvc 32 tube tv it started shutting off on its own we would unplug four a few min then ... A: Most likely a failing of the main power supply. Candidate number one is a dead or shorted ... | |
| Sharp blowes power diode | 2/20/2011 |
| Q: Sharp 25VTJ100 Set comes on, good picture, good audio, nohum, no distortion, all functions work ... A: Yes, it could be a flexible power supply that works with either 120 or 230 or something like that. ... | |
| VCR no eject | 2/20/2011 |
| Q: GYYR TLC 2196HD Doesn't eject. Where might I find a manual for this thing? ANSWER: It's a time ... A: HD is supposed to mean that the tuner or rf receiver will receive the new digitally transmitted ... | |
| Operation of multuple of same device with one or more remotes. | 2/20/2011 |
| Q: I have 5 of the same electronic device (in this case 5 Polaroid DRA 01601a 's Digital Video ... A: I understand the problem clearly. The lens filter idea will not work because the signal transmitted ... | |
| 36" Philips LCD | 2/20/2011 |
| Q: My 3 year old TV has started flickering when I turn it on. Each day the flickering is taking longer ... A: If you buy a new one it should not be a Philips/Magnavox brand - in my opinion - as they have not ... | |
| 2007 Sony KDL-32M-3000 LCD | 2/20/2011 |
| Q: This TV is having motion problems, as there are no sharp images. Also, red hues have been showing ... A: This is strange. I have not heard of the symptoms you described for any sets of this category. My ... | |
| sony dvd player-tray lock | 2/20/2011 |
| Q: model sr200p--i pressed the on button and tray open button at almost the same time--tray lock ... A: You must consult your manual. See pages 32 and 33 for guidance. It could be a child lock issue or ... | |
| no sound | 2/19/2011 |
| Q: i did something on the remote control now i have no sound A: ONE: Press the mute button on the remote to bring it back. Try that. TWO: If that does not work, ... | |
| tv troubleshooting | 2/19/2011 |
| Q: i have a trinitron colour tv kv-j21pf1, it is going into standby mode after a few mins. every time i ... A: This is getting rather old model, having been first manufactured over a decade ago. In older sets ... | |
| Hitachi Ultravision digital Projection | 2/18/2011 |
| Q: 50V500A V3L011015 Tv won't turn on. recently changed bulb. It worked for a couple of days but ... A: ONE: Did you replace with authorized lamp? The generic/cheap lights often put an improper loading ... | |
| tv | 2/18/2011 |
| Q: crt tv 21 inch Sanyo.the images loses brightness and goes dark and also move up and down A: It may be just getting old and tired! Or, it may be a weak signal; not strong enough to drive the ... | |
| TV brightness, contrast | 2/18/2011 |
| Q: How do I adjust the brightness/contrast on my Sharp 25F-S100 CRT TV? Don't have the remote. Front ... A: I could not find the manual for this model so I am not 100% confident but I am guessing you can ... | |
| SD-V296KU Toshiba DVD/VCR | 2/17/2011 |
| Q: I followed instructions to record on timer on the vcr. I just want to tape my favorite pgrams from ... A: The previous vcr had a tuner built into it so you can set the record function on the vcr according ... | |
| Maxent 26 issue | 2/17/2011 |
| Q: The tv has worked for over a year, but i went to turn it on and there is no sound, but i have a ... A: Does it have headphone output? Does it work? If you check it with headphones and works okey it may ... | |
| VCR no eject | 2/17/2011 |
| Q: GYYR TLC 2196HD Doesn't eject. Where might I find a manual for this thing? A: It's a time lapse surveillance vcr I suppose. Not many of them around anymore since most of this ... | |
| Sharp blowes power diode | 2/17/2011 |
| Q: Sharp 25VTJ100 Set comes on, good picture, good audio, nohum, no distortion, all functions work ... A: Here is a parts list from partstore; they often stock the parts that are most often needed..... ... | |
| Bad tube | 2/16/2011 |
| Q: I have 3 CRT TV - Sharp, Sony and Panasonic. All got the same problem - Bad tube. Sharp & Sony ... A: Make sure it is a bad tube and not the driver circuit or connectors. An old tube can sometimes give ... | |
| TV Hitachi | 2/16/2011 |
| Q: Problem when adjust screen at Flyback (brightness), vertical drop and picture become horizontal line ... A: When it drops to horizontal line it means the vertical deflection has stopped generating the ... | |
| sony str-se501 radio tuner buzz | 2/16/2011 |
| Q: My Sony se501 has a loud buzz in the radio tuner only. Buzz gets louder with volume control. I can ... A: So, did the buzzing sound come gradually or all at once? Does the set seem to be working properly ... | |
| SD-V296KU Toshiba DVD/VCR | 2/16/2011 |
| Q: I followed instructions to record on timer on the vcr. I just want to tape my favorite pgrams from ... A: The unit you have is a record/playback box; it is not a tv receiver and, hence, has not television ... | |
| tv | 2/15/2011 |
| Q: i recently replaced my bulb on my tv and it didnt fix the problem.it has sound but no picture it ... A: Did you replace the lamp with an RCA approved part? If not, that may be the cause of your problem. ... | |
| Blurry screen | 2/15/2011 |
| Q: I have a Samsung Model TX-S3082WH. This is a 30" HDTV. The picture is clear in the center but ... A: TX-S3082WH is a very slim (short depth) crt type television. The production of the raster/picture ... | |
| Hitachi 50" r/p tv | 2/14/2011 |
| Q: After pushing the on button the green light flashes and stays on,but the screen goes black after a ... A: If sound is working when screen is dark: Probably loss of high voltage. Requires replacement of ... | |
| SONY KV32FQ86 no picture and sound | 2/14/2011 |
| Q: My TV: SONY WEGA KV32FQ86 [chassis AE6BA] Symptoms: - Continuous blinking, no video, no audio, ... A: a) The IC301 or jungle chip is a Sony exclusive, proprietary chip that requires a Sony parts house ... | |
| tv | 2/13/2011 |
| Q: power light keeps going on off on off on off why ANSWER: I will need to know a model number. ... A: Well, there's your problem: It is an RCA - which, in my opinion, are poor reliability. It is an LCD ... | |
| Samsung TV no power. | 2/13/2011 |
| Q: Problem when turn on power just green led blinking and got sound at power transformer -tik! tik! ... A: IC802 is the circuit that controls the voltages and protection system. I would start looking in that ... | |
| Samsung TV no power. | 2/13/2011 |
| Q: Problem when turn on power just green led blinking and got sound at power transformer -tik! tik! ... A: Sounds like a voltage regulator circuit with a bad capacitor in it - but there are other things that ... | |
| cheap circuitry | 2/13/2011 |
| Q: I have been a TV repair technician for 20 years. I work under contract to four different stores ... A: Appreciate your comments. You are a hero. Most market research over the past decade has shown that ... | |
| cheap circuitry | 2/12/2011 |
| Q: I have been a TV repair technician for 20 years. I work under contract to four different stores ... A: Well, in the early days of tv - and especially color tv - the reliability was really poor. It took ... | |
| tv | 2/12/2011 |
| Q: power light keeps going on off on off on off why A: I will need to know a model number. WIthout that I cannot learn the technology of the set you have. ... | |
| Samsung HLS 4666W- Audio | 2/12/2011 |
| Q: Pardon if I use a pre-existing link that you kindly answered as a reference point, but wanted to be ... A: I doubt if the color wheel and lamp have anything to do with the audio as these are soley used for ... | |
| Sony TV | 2/11/2011 |
| Q: When I turn on my 52" Sony LCD TV it sometimes but not all the time has a darker picture (like it is ... A: This set has had some warranty problems that may be related to your condition. ... | |
| RCA Scenium | 2/11/2011 |
| Q: My RCA Scenium will flash when you press the power button, and then the screen will go blank. The ... A: I will need a model number to know what set you have and the technology of it. A wild guess without ... | |
| Hourglass Picture | 2/11/2011 |
| Q: My Phillips 60" TV has an hourglass picture. Bow at top and bottom. Model #60PP920217F. I've ... A: The diagnosis you made is correct; that is, an hourglass shape is almost always from the convergence ... | |
| Hitachi VCR repair | 2/10/2011 |
| Q: The eject mechanism on my Hitachi Model VT-3044A VCR is getting hungup and will not allow the tape ... A: Yes, my suggestion is to go to one of the local thrift stores and purchase a new "used" vcr. They ... | |
| Sony TV | 2/10/2011 |
| Q: When I turn on my 52" Sony LCD TV it sometimes but not all the time has a darker picture (like it is ... A: I need to know the model number. Also, answer thisHas it done this from the beginning or did it ... | |
| PS2 cd cant read | 2/10/2011 |
| Q: PS2 problem CD can"t read. open the cover and check lens still got red beam .CD spin but got sound ... A: My guess is either bad disc or laser output too weak to get strong enough signal to digital decoder. ... | |
| sony KP-51WS500 blue shadow arched down in lower left corner | 2/10/2011 |
| Q: Last night my Sony TV suddently displayed a strange problem. The picture is fine, but there is a ... A: I would judge the image you sent to clearly indicate the convergence circuit going bad. That being ... | |
| philips 55pp8620 | 2/9/2011 |
| Q: my remote is not working there is a blue f in the top corner , i try by pressing both the volume ... A: First, try the ideas from this allexperts.com response to the same question. ... | |
| Aged satellite dish | 2/9/2011 |
| Q: Our satellite dish is at least 12 years old and rusty. Is it likely that it will need replacing? We ... A: Your service provider can test it for full operating specifications. But, yes, with aging and ... | |
| red Screen | 2/9/2011 |
| Q: I have a 99 Sony KP-43Y70 and for some reason the picture is only red! I just inherited the TV so i ... A: That's not a valid model number so I cannot learn the technology of the set. Being a 43" it is ... | |
| Raster picture | 2/8/2011 |
| Q: Got another question - tuner box have related with raster picture??? because a few time i remove the ... A: Yes, when you have audio but no raster (screen totally dark) it is usually loss of high voltage to ... | |
| sony KP-51WS500 blue shadow arched down in lower left corner | 2/8/2011 |
| Q: Last night my Sony TV suddently displayed a strange problem. The picture is fine, but there is a ... A: I would need to see a screen shot to be sure but it seems like it is a convergence circuit going ... | |
| Raster picture | 2/8/2011 |
| Q: Got another question - tuner box have related with raster picture??? because a few time i remove the ... A: Raster is just the horizontal and vertical scanning lines upon which the picture information is ... | |
| TV Blinking | 2/8/2011 |
| Q: When I turn my TV on the stand by timer blinks and then the screen comes on in about 20 seconds but ... A: Must have a model number to give you any specific information. If it is a crt set the blinking ... | |
| no picture on Sony trinitron | 2/7/2011 |
| Q: Can you help me find the area this post is talking about. I was told to look for the G2 adjustment ... A: There are many such references on the Internet if you just google for them. Here is one that has a ... | |
| programing big screen without remote | 2/7/2011 |
| Q: I have a hitachi ultrascan HD model no. 53sdx01b (ser.no.oh001814). It was given to me without the ... A: You must have the remote to do all the functions but you can do many of them by merely pressing the ... | |
| RCA Model P56720LV | 2/6/2011 |
| Q: We have a RCA Service # P56720LVLG2, Model P56720LV, Chasis No PTK169PMP, Serial #716490167, P3401 ... A: The reboot is also reset. Manuals always cost money. When a set gets over 5 to 8 years the ... | |
| TV turns itself of | 2/6/2011 |
| Q: Make: Panasonic Model:CT-27D31E Made: May 2001 The problem has occurred within the past 6 months. ... A: Yes, it is likely a power supply problem but it can also be just about anything in the system that ... | |
| RCA Model P56720LV | 2/5/2011 |
| Q: We have a RCA Service # P56720LVLG2, Model P56720LV, Chasis No PTK169PMP, Serial #716490167, P3401 ... A: First, try a hard reboot. Do this by unplugging the power cord for long time, at least 4 hours. Then ... | |
| Toshiba tp61f90 turns on after many attempts | 2/5/2011 |
| Q: my Toshiba tp61f90 turns on only after many many attempts. I just changed the two IC convergence ... A: The unfortunate side of owning a "big screen" of any make or model is that repairs and maintenance ... | |
| Toshiba tp61f90 turns on after many attempts | 2/5/2011 |
| Q: my Toshiba tp61f90 turns on only after many many attempts. I just changed the two IC convergence ... A: It would be a shot in the dark because I have no idea what the symptom cloud is, so without testing ... | |
| mitsubishi ws-65411 | 2/4/2011 |
| Q: i have a mitsubishi ws-65411 65" rear projection tv when u try to turn it on the green light comes ... A: Go here to download a service manual: ... | |
| tv's | 2/4/2011 |
| Q: i know this is way below your level of expertise but i'm a techno-idiot and need some guidance. ... A: I don't give equipment recommendations for the simple reason that there are so many subjective ... | |
| Hitachi TV 27" Model # CT7880B | 2/4/2011 |
| Q: OK, here's wishing on a prayer. The above TV is about 17-18yrs old but very very rarely used until ... A: The banging on the side to make it go is a sign of an intermittent condition somewhere inside the ... | |
| white vertical lines Samsung HLP5063WX?XAA | 2/4/2011 |
| Q: what cause them? can it be fix by layperson? Ser.# 31dxa00563d cost? thanks ridgeline A: May I refer you to this page: ... | |
| Toshiba TV power outage - no power | 2/3/2011 |
| Q: I have a 27" Toshiba model 27DF46 TV purchasaed August, 2007. Early this morning we had a power ... A: Yes, it is possible the switch itself is defective. It is more likely, however, the internal power ... | |
| new tv | 2/3/2011 |
| Q: picture is horrible. tried every adjustment, brightness contrast etc. only recieving 480i ... A: HDMI must be connected to other HDMI - cannot be mixed with other connections. Only if you are ... | |
| MULTI COLOUR PATH AT RIGHT HAND BOTTOM CORNER OF THE PICTURE SCREEN | 2/3/2011 |
| Q: THIS HAS BEEN NOTICED JUST 2 DAYS BACK. ITS A 29 IN VBF29SDJ MODEL. AT TIMES IT BECOMES DARK AND ... A: Yes, it could be a shadow mask inside the picture tube that is magnetized. In which case, it must ... | |
| mitsubishi ws-65411 | 2/3/2011 |
| Q: i have a mitsubishi ws-65411 65" rear projection tv when u try to turn it on the green light comes ... A: A common type of failure for big RPTVs! It can be any number of failures but the two most common ... | |
| Toshiba TV power outage - no power | 2/2/2011 |
| Q: I have a 27" Toshiba model 27DF46 TV purchasaed August, 2007. Early this morning we had a power ... A: Sorry for your bad news. Could be an internal fuse; could be a power supply circuit failure. Fuse ... | |
| Toshiba TV power outage - no power | 2/2/2011 |
| Q: I have a 27" Toshiba model 27DF46 TV purchasaed August, 2007. Early this morning we had a power ... A: First, take the surge out or plug the tv into a regular wall socket - one you know is working (test ... | |
| hitachi omnivision | 2/2/2011 |
| Q: I have a 2002 hitachi omnivision which worked great until recently.--51swx208--Now Im getting a ... A: Sounds like failure of the convergence circuitry - very common among all Japanese made RPTVs (and ... | |
| TV BLINKING | 2/1/2011 |
| Q: I HAVE A 46" MAGNAVOX MODEL# FP4610 W104, THE PICTURE IS GREAT BUT BLINKS WHAT SEEMS TO BE EVERY ... A: No, a set this old is not worth commercial repair. If you can do it yourself as a DIYer it may be ... | |
| mitsubishi RPTV | 2/1/2011 |
| Q: I have a Mitsubishi Projection mod#VS-4551A made in 1995. After watching it for an hour or so the ... A: These are the classic symptoms of high voltage failure. Failure of the HV is mostly caused by ... | |
| vs-685r mitsubishi tv | 2/1/2011 |
| Q: Has power when main switch is on hear it click!also i notice that there is no stand by power led ... A: Please refer to this little white paper on squeal sounds from your tv: ... | |
| Power stand by flashing | 2/1/2011 |
| Q: I have a Sony KDE-50XS955 Plasma TV. The stand by light flashes 11 times. Stops for about 5 seconds ... A: First, try the resetting procedures on page 117 of the owners manual. And, sometimes a hard reset ... | |
| Projection TV Half-image Issue | 1/31/2011 |
| Q: Toshiba 53hx71 - when turned on, warm or cold, image appears on only bottom half with red-blue-green ... A: Probably the convergence circuit is on its way out! If you are a DIYer see here; ... | |
| projection TV | 1/31/2011 |
| Q: I have a Hitachi 53SBX59B projection TV. While watching it, there was a small flash on screen and it ... A: The symptoms you describe are most closely related a power supply failure. It could be a failure of ... | |
| lights | 1/30/2011 |
| Q: I have a Morse electrophonics stereo player with lights. Serial # D745438- the lights will not go ... A: Your set is a color organ from back in the 1970s - and quite rare, relatively speaking. You can ... | |
| Samsung DLP 55" | 1/30/2011 |
| Q: Samsung projection 55" model # HCM5525W. TV is about 8-9 years old. Started having double pictures ... A: Convergence failure is very common among RPTVs of all brands. You can have a repair shop repair it ... | |
| Philips FlatTV | 1/30/2011 |
| Q: I have a new-to-me Philips FlatTV Model no. 30PF99460/37. For the past week or so, it has turned on ... A: Your set is a CRT/picture tube set I assume. Is that correct? If so, the problem is most likely a ... | |
| Hitachi 50V720 | 1/29/2011 |
| Q: My HDMI input (Input 1) is not working - can this part be purchased or is there any way to reset? A: Unfortunately, this model has only one HDMI connection on the back panel. Thus, you cannot test ... | |
| Aiwa TV remote. unlock code? | 1/29/2011 |
| Q: TV remote for Aiwa SA2157 is locked. cannot turn on TV. Please help with the unlock code for the ... A: If you are using a universal remote it depends on the manufacturer; you must obtain the code list ... | |
| Sony Trinitron KV32S35 | 1/29/2011 |
| Q: I had this Sony Trinitron tv set probably from 1993, its been seating on the garage for the last 8 ... A: Well, there are so many possibilities. The symptoms do not point to anything specifically so you are ... | |
| Sony Trinitron KV32S35 | 1/29/2011 |
| Q: I had this Sony Trinitron tv set probably from 1993, its been seating on the garage for the last 8 ... A: Not a good idea to leave a set that long without running it every few days or couple of weeks. ... | |
| Humming | 1/28/2011 |
| Q: I just bought a RCA RTB1023 Blu-ray home theater,hooked it up to tv with an HDMI cable,made sure all ... A: Are you using hdmi cables for the audio? If so, don't connect the audio cables. Humming is often ... | |
| New 58" plasma tv | 1/28/2011 |
| Q: How important is it to buy expensive HDMI cables when I hook up my tv? There are lots of internet ... A: I always purchase "inexpensive" cables. I never have any more trouble with them than the expensive ... | |
| 62" Pro Scan PS61700YX1 | 1/28/2011 |
| Q: the front panel lock out has been set and i do not have a remote for this tv. is there any way to ... A: I could not find any documentation on this model. However, unplugging the power cord for a full 3 ... | |
| sharp aquos lc-30hv4u 2003 t.v. | 1/28/2011 |
| Q: the red light on the display ,when you push power button it will go green then it will go red and ... A: Have you tried a reset? ONE: Unplug the power cord for a full 20 or 30 minutes. Then power up ... | |
| sanyo ds35750 transformer | 1/27/2011 |
| Q: I have a Sanyo ds35750 that started snapping and flashing from the back I removed the back panel and ... A: Sounds like the flyback transformer is the culprit. They are somewhat standard for each ... | |
| sensor repair for emerson tv | 1/26/2011 |
| Q: About what am I looking at for repair($) if the sensor on our Emerson tv/vcr/dvd combo is out? A: Sensor? Hmmm... I am wondering what you mean by sensor. Maybe you are thinking of the IR receiver ... | |
| Tv | 1/26/2011 |
| Q: Why will my panasonic tv no turn on?it will make a clicking noise indicating it's turning on but ... A: Woops, you did not give a model number. Without knowing the technology of the set - which is ... | |
| JVC TV Volume Fades in and out | 1/26/2011 |
| Q: I have Model #AV-27BM4/AV-27CM4 (not sure which one). Problem is with volume control using remote. ... A: Does anything provoke the change in volume? Have you tried jiggling or wiggling the tv or banging ... | |
| Samsung DLP 56 inch TV | 1/25/2011 |
| Q: My Samsung DLP 56 inch TV had a black & white checkerboard across it when I turned it on yesterday. ... A: So, is it okey now? If so, don't worry about it. There are many algorithms this set produces ... | |
| toshiba 40rv525r- 1 year old-Blowing fuse | 1/25/2011 |
| Q: The other day after moving into a new house I noticed and weird electric problem. In plugging in ... A: But, in the other home did it light up the front indicator lamp? You may have something as simple ... | |
| DVR's do they all work for TV's | 1/25/2011 |
| Q: Do all DVR's work on TV's? How can I compare DVR's that don't require a subscription? A: Start here: http://www.consumersearch.com/dvr-reviews/compare and here: ... | |
| Philips 32PS61 screen goes black | 1/25/2011 |
| Q: When you first turn on the TV the picture is normal but after 15-20 seconds the screen goes black. ... A: Best guess is the high voltage section is going bad. The flyback transformer and the horizontal ... | |
| stereo | 1/24/2011 |
| Q: I have a Phillips rca stereo and when I turn it on it will play for a while like fifteen minutes but ... A: What would be helpful to know is the history of how this problem developed: Suddenly or slowly over ... | |
| linking devices to tv | 1/24/2011 |
| Q: i am having trouble connecting my dvd,vcr and satellite box to my t v. there seems to be conflict ... A: If you only have one scart you will need to move the others over to an a/v input if the tv has it. ... | |
| stereo | 1/24/2011 |
| Q: I have a Phillips rca stereo and when I turn it on it will play for a while like fifteen minutes but ... A: I would need to know the model number of the unit, its age and what the history is of the unit; ... | |
| Mini Hi-Fi Component System HCD-EC55 | 1/24/2011 |
| Q: I have a Mini Hi-Fi Component System stereo, Model Number HCD-EC55, and its about 3 years old. My ... A: Looks like it has gone into protection. This is caused by normal wear, by over driving the bass ... | |
| TV problem | 1/23/2011 |
| Q: I have a 23 inch portable Magnavox TV in the guest room. When I turn it on, the cable channel comes ... A: I think this is the first time to hear someone refer to a 23 inch set as portable. Maybe luggable, ... | |
| Vizio VW42LFHDTV10A Mfg. 2008 | 1/23/2011 |
| Q: When the set is powered up the picture flickers like a strobe light. Sound is fine. When the problem ... A: I like the answer found here: ... | |
| LG t.v turns off when turnt on | 1/23/2011 |
| Q: my LG 37" HD t.v turns on for a few seconds but when it shuts down it dosent fully shut down it ... A: This is the protection mode that has been activated. It does so when the power supply is overloaded ... | |
| channels | 1/23/2011 |
| Q: My RCA Colortrak Plus is not recognizing channels that my other tv recognizes. Autoprogram is not ... A: Did you try manually adding the mission channels? How about switching this tv with one of the ... | |
| TV goes off by itself | 1/22/2011 |
| Q: I have a Hitachi model 27GXO1B-511 made in 2000. The TV goes off and on by itself. When this first ... A: Did it fail after a couple of hours? That is the only way to know. The tv must be isolated from ... | |
| toshiba regza | 1/22/2011 |
| Q: I cannot switch the set on with the remote even though it has new batteries in it, will not turn the ... A: Probably, the set has gone into protection mode. Try this first: Unplug the power cord for a full ... | |
| Sanyo Tv has no picture | 1/22/2011 |
| Q: I have a sanyo avm-3289g that the picture has died, the sound is fine but the screen has a ... A: The most common cause of this symptom, by far, is the loss of vertical deflection amplifier. It ... | |
| TV goes off by itself | 1/22/2011 |
| Q: I have a Hitachi model 27GXO1B-511 made in 2000. The TV goes off and on by itself. When this first ... A: First, get the surge protector out of the system. They are often a problem. Disconnect everything ... | |
| channels | 1/22/2011 |
| Q: My RCA Colortrak Plus is not recognizing channels that my other tv recognizes. Autoprogram is not ... A: This problem is usually a result of not having your antenna/cable setting correct. Go into the menu ... | |
| Transponder problems | 1/21/2011 |
| Q: I have encountered a strange quandary on satellite transponders. Sometimes one satellite set can’t ... A: Can you give me some information such as model numbers of the transponders, satellite signal or ... | |
| toshiba 40rv525r- 1 year old-Blowing fuse | 1/21/2011 |
| Q: The other day after moving into a new house I noticed and weird electric problem. In plugging in ... A: Get the surge protector out of the picture; they are more trouble sometimes than they are worth. ... | |
| dvd troubleshooting | 1/21/2011 |
| Q: the problem is when i insert cd disc its playing and spinning but when i insert a vcd or dvd disc ... A: It may be an incompatible disc that the player does not recognize. Not all players will recognize ... | |
| 42 inch lcd tv | 1/15/2011 |
| Q: i have 15 gray circles on the screen that are gray i was told these are stuck pixels and can ... A: I have never heard of this repair algorithm. It IS used to isolate and verify dead or greyed out ... | |
| Sony KV-J25MF8J no picture from tuner. | 1/15/2011 |
| Q: Sony KV-J25MF8J, problem picture/sound from video (DVD) - OK but from tuner no picture/sound , when ... A: I am confused with your description: You say no raster - but a purple screen! With no raster the ... | |
| RE: JVC 48" I'Art Pro HD rear projection | 1/15/2011 |
| Q: Greetings, I have a JVC 48" I'Art pro HD rear projection tv that was working fine and then suddenly, ... A: This is the classic symptom of high voltage loss. It is caused by the flyback and/or the horizontal ... | |
| Sony KP-53V75 TV | 1/15/2011 |
| Q: I was "given" this tv by someone who knew I was an electrician and had past military electronics ... A: Sorry to be slow in replying; been out of town for a few day. The problem sounds like a power ... | |
| rca big screen help | 1/14/2011 |
| Q: I have a 52" big screen tv and it has been working fine then after i left for work this morning my ... A: Woops, you forgot to give a model number. Without that it is impossible to know what technology the ... | |
| tv troubleshooting | 1/14/2011 |
| Q: Why isn't my TV turning on? i have the Panasonic Projection HDTV PT-56TW53, It turned off while i ... A: Probably power supply failure. A very common problem with big sets..... You need a Panasonic ... | |
| my tv is messed up bad | 1/14/2011 |
| Q: It looks like a 3D movie without the glasses. RCA HD52W59 chassis ITC222A how do I fix it? A: This is classic failure of the convergence circuitry inside the tv. Cost of repair is around $200 ... | |
| shaking video | 1/14/2011 |
| Q: I have been converting old home videos to dvd. Some of the videos are fine. Others have lots of ... A: It is probably from strobing; it is caused by the frame rate of the tv being a different frame rate ... | |
| Toshiba 50 H 72 Ch TAC 0262 | 1/13/2011 |
| Q: Nephew moved set, fiddled with cables, when moved back the convergence was allfouledup. Using ... A: You could have some intermittent connections involved with the move. The best way to search this ... | |
| fisher cd changer / turntable | 1/12/2011 |
| Q: Fisher cd changer / turntable DAC 9025 The little belt slips that moves the cd arm out. Stretched ... A: Try: http://www.lpgear.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=LG&Product_Code=FISB02a ... | |
| polaroid 4641-TLXB keep turn off and on | 1/12/2011 |
| Q: the TV keep turning on last night. Then a few minuets a go it turn off and on until I pull the plug. ... A: Leave it unplugged for at least one full hour; maybe two. Then try again to see if that will clear ... | |
| Sony Bravia 40XBR4 shadows | 1/12/2011 |
| Q: I have a Sony Bravia 40XBR4 which is about 3 years old. When we turn it on, it has shadows & is ... A: I don't know which backlight this model has but it may be it is going out or has been knocked out of ... | |
| apex | 1/12/2011 |
| Q: my apex at2702s' has a left and right audio output, but one of the channels is not working. i have ... A: Before proceeding, make sure to do a hard reset and menu check. Unplug the power cord for an hour ... | |
| TV Problem | 1/11/2011 |
| Q: We bought it new in 2002 and it's been a really good buy. But how this thing has a mind of its own ... A: Seems your aged Magnavox is getting ready to retire. They don't last forever. In fact, you have ... | |
| Persistent Turntable Hum | 1/11/2011 |
| Q: I have a grounded turntable hooked up to a Sony STR-AV270 Receiver. The TT is plugged into the ... A: Sounds like you have studied it out and tried many of the standard approaches to the problem. Here ... | |
| Samsung 40 inch TV | 1/10/2011 |
| Q: When I turn on my TV, it just clicks over and over but does not turn on can take anywhere from an ... A: Probably a power supply thing. There is not much you can do at the DIY level. It will require a ... | |
| Mitsubishi WD-62525 | 1/10/2011 |
| Q: The TV hdmi shut down (no pic) I changed it to comp 2 ,,Then the red color went out on that..It ... A: This set has so many crazy features and settings that I don't know where to tell you to start. ... | |
| DVD/VCR recorder/player combo | 1/9/2011 |
| Q: I have a Magnavox dvd/vcr player/recorder combo. I was wondering if you know anything about these? ... A: Well, it is possible the player is defective. That happens all the time, especially with that ... | |
| hooking up a blu-ray to tv | 1/9/2011 |
| Q: I have been researching/trying for awhile now to hook up my Sony blu-ray DVD player to my kind of ... A: Let me assume you are using the composite video output of the blu-ray player. There are three ... | |
| vizio PDP42 plazma tv | 1/9/2011 |
| Q: my pdp42 Vizio plazma clicks to green indicator light when powered, a quick raster shows, then it ... A: Probably a power supply issue. It is most likely trouble in the D board but you cannot know without ... | |
| no picture | 1/9/2011 |
| Q: I just purchased a Sony KP41T35 rear projection television from a person. The television worked at ... A: This model, KP41T35, is an older analog set and will receive only analog channels. If your ... | |
| TV Repair | 1/8/2011 |
| Q: I own a sony model kdf-e60a20 television. When you turn on the television there is no sound and no ... A: Here is a site you should read. ... | |
| rca tv | 1/8/2011 |
| Q: I have an rca model number g32695lv built in 1998 when you turn it on all you hear is a buzzing, ... A: Not an uncommon failure. It is the protection circuit that is shutting the system down. The buzzing ... | |
| TV repair | 1/8/2011 |
| Q: 52" RCA rear projection tv mod#P52937SG, was working fine. We have digital cable and the box sut ... A: Well, it may be the cable box. Have you checked that with the cable company? But, first thing to ... | |
| Sony Projection TV kdfe55a20 | 1/8/2011 |
| Q: I have a sony kdfe55a20 TV that shuts down. The power led on the front of the TV flashes out a ... A: Are you sure the thermal fuse is good? There are lots of forum chatters on this model for ... | |
| dead tv | 1/7/2011 |
| Q: sylvania ssc091 manufactured dec. 2001 no picture, sound or indicator lights. the two fuses on the ... A: This is a small 9" crt type tv set. It is already nearly 10 years of age. It is achieved its life ... | |
| Sony Trinitron WEGA KV-24FS100 | 1/7/2011 |
| Q: TV is great when on but is having trouble turning on. I expect it will be a power supply/switch ... A: Yes, it is most likely a power supply related issue. Repairs are usually around $200 plus or minus ... | |
| Problem connecting Home Theatre System (50hz) to 100hz LCD using Component Out. | 1/7/2011 |
| Q: I have a 5 year old Samsung HT UP30 Home Theatre System/DVD and have just got a new Samsung ... A: Sorry, I have no idea. I had the same problem on one of my USA dvd component outputs and found the ... | |
| TV got 3 line at upper side | 1/7/2011 |
| Q: TV got problem 3 color line (horizontal) at upper side of screen (green, blue and red). ... A: No, sorry. This set is a CRT type and does not use a convergence circuit. The symptom you ... | |
| DVD/VCR recorder/player combo | 1/6/2011 |
| Q: I have a Magnavox dvd/vcr player/recorder combo. I was wondering if you know anything about these? ... A: Pages 17 and 18 of the ZV450MW8A manual are very clear on how to connect the system. Is that the ... | |
| Problem connecting Home Theatre System (50hz) to 100hz LCD using Component Out. | 1/6/2011 |
| Q: I have a 5 year old Samsung HT UP30 Home Theatre System/DVD and have just got a new Samsung ... A: First, the tv is a PAL/SECAM model for video operation (at, yes, 50Hz rep rate). So, you will get ... | |
| TV got 3 line at upper side | 1/6/2011 |
| Q: TV got problem 3 color line (horizontal) at upper side of screen (green, blue and red). A: Without knowing the model number it is impossible to give reliable information. For example, if ... | |
| DVD/VCR recorder/player combo | 1/6/2011 |
| Q: I have a Magnavox dvd/vcr player/recorder combo. I was wondering if you know anything about these? ... A: Probably it is just fine. Hooking it up wrongly should not cause it to be defective. It is ... | |
| Toshiba rear projection color problem | 1/5/2011 |
| Q: I have a Toshiba 47" rear projection TV and the color seems to be going out. I can't adjust the ... A: OH! It is not a rptv. Since I don't have the model number I cannot know for sure what technology ... | |
| SONY GRAND VEGA #KDF-E50A10 | 1/5/2011 |
| Q: The TV turnes on and after a few minutes goes off picture first and then the sound follows a few ... A: I hope you realize how difficult it is to know what is going on from long-distance. Without the ... | |
| Technics SU-X502 | 1/5/2011 |
| Q: I own a 1991 Technics SU-X502 Amplifier. The problem is that it overheats and shuts down after about ... A: Here are my thoughts. ONE: It could be the new replacement transistors are much higher current ... | |
| Toshiba rear projection color problem | 1/5/2011 |
| Q: I have a Toshiba 47" rear projection TV and the color seems to be going out. I can't adjust the ... A: I don't know what you mean when you say you changed the bulb. This set does not have any bulbs. A ... | |
| no av vedio | 1/4/2011 |
| Q: There is no vedio on AV mode The connection cable is ok NO FALT IN AV CABLE DVD IS OK WHEN TV IS ... A: If the audio keeps playing but the picture is totally dark and no raster it is loss of high voltage ... | |
| SONY GRAND VEGA #KDF-E50A10 | 1/4/2011 |
| Q: The TV turnes on and after a few minutes goes off picture first and then the sound follows a few ... A: First guess is the power supply is still bad. The cycling off and on is nearly always a symptom of ... | |
| LG RC897T won't power on | 1/4/2011 |
| Q: I had my LG RC897T dvd/vcr combo unit plugged into a surge protector strip. The unit was set with ... A: Sad to say but service costs are generally more than the worth of the product for vhs and dvd ... | |
| Technics SU-X502 | 1/4/2011 |
| Q: I own a 1991 Technics SU-X502 Amplifier. The problem is that it overheats and shuts down after about ... A: FIRST: Make sure you do not have a shorted voice coil in one of the loudspeakers you have connected ... | |
| sony kdf 50e2010 | 1/3/2011 |
| Q: I have a sony projection kdf 50e2010 and after 10 mins of switching it on it turns off but flashes ... A: Yes, OCP or Over Current Protection is what we generically call "protection mode" and is when the ... | |
| no picture/sound | 1/3/2011 |
| Q: The t.v picture blinked out followed by these like these thumping noises. Still no picture or ... A: The symptoms you described are not enough to know for sure what is going on but my best guess would ... | |
| Mitubishi Projection Tv | 1/3/2011 |
| Q: So i have shadows of blue and yellow on my projection tv and from what i have read it is probably ... A: Yes, you are right. It is most probably the convergence circuit going bad - a very common thing with ... | |
| audio on TV quivering | 1/3/2011 |
| Q: The audio on my older TV [not digital} is echoing & quivering..has been for 2 or 3 months! What ... A: Yes, disconnect the dish box, but not the vcr. In other words we want to see if the audio problem is ... | |
| audio on TV quivering | 1/3/2011 |
| Q: The audio on my older TV [not digital} is echoing & quivering..has been for 2 or 3 months! What ... A: Yes, yes and yes. Could be anywhere in the chain. First thing to do is try to find out which part ... | |
| Sony Rear Projection TV colour issues | 1/2/2011 |
| Q: Our 6 year old, Rear Projection Sony TV (Model KP-51WS510) suddenly lost brightness and some ... A: Doesn't sound like a convergence problem, but could be as they manifest in various ways. Look here ... | |
| Sony Trinitron | 1/2/2011 |
| Q: I have a Sony Trinitron KV-32S66 television that will not come on. The red power light continues to ... A: Here is a diagnostic chart: ... | |
| I ruined my tv | 1/1/2011 |
| Q: cleggsan. I own a Sony Wega KF-50WE610 LCD HDTV capable of 1080i resolution. I have recently ... A: First, try resetting or adjusting the picture aspect ratio. There should be a button on the remote ... | |
| convergence | 1/1/2011 |
| Q: Model #P-61939 I need to adjust the color convergence. When I go to Menu, #3 Screen - there is no ... A: Here is the procedure for getting into the service menu: http://fixyourowntv.com/menurca.php But, ... | |
| RCA surround sound hook up | 12/31/2010 |
| Q: I have dish network with a dual receiver - this is tv2 and when I hook up the surround sound it ... A: I can't give you an answer without knowing the model numbers of all the equipment you are using. ... | |
| apex | 12/31/2010 |
| Q: i have an apex at2702s, that performs great but, the right audio out plug seems to be broken because ... A: Have you checked for channel reversal and speaker shorts? Do this: At the input to the amp/rcvr ... | |
| Panasonic Cassette Recorder | 12/31/2010 |
| Q: My 85 yr old father has an old Panasonic Cassette Recorder Model #RX-CT840 that has several ... A: Start here: http://www.thevoiceofmusic.com/catalog/tape_rec_belts.asp You may have to just find ... | |
| apex | 12/30/2010 |
| Q: i have an apex at2702s, that performs great but, the right audio out plug seems to be broken because ... A: This set does not have surround sound out; as near as I found from the owners manual it supports ... | |
| Norcent TV | 12/30/2010 |
| Q: Where can I get parts for a Norcent Tv LT2722 ? A: Here are some parts for this model: ... | |
| toshiba 36a43 drop down demo menu | 12/30/2010 |
| Q: The drop down demo menu keeps coming on screen and now it also switches between all inputs as well. ... A: I remember reading the owners manual on the drop down demo menu (I don't have it before me now) and ... | |
| Sony sxbr 60 inch tv | 12/30/2010 |
| Q: I have the problem of not being able to see anything in the video inputs 1-9 except for the number ... A: XBR sets are very sophisticated and complicated circuits. They are mostly expensive to troubleshoot ... | |
| technics SU-V98 amp. | 12/29/2010 |
| Q: Ihave a rack system. 20 yrs old? the amp went out.no sound.I got a working used one on e bay,but my ... A: Isn't this a rack system? Then the IR receiver, wherever it is controls the entire system. The ... | |
| technics SU-V98 amp. | 12/29/2010 |
| Q: Ihave a rack system. 20 yrs old? the amp went out.no sound.I got a working used one on e bay,but my ... A: The IR receiver inside the amp can be switched over to the new amp. Be careful, it must be done ... | |
| TV channel got raster | 12/29/2010 |
| Q: My AIWA tv got raster when select tv program from tuner(Aerial) , but from video in (DVD or VCD)tv ... A: I am still not clear what your tv source is. Antenna? Cable? Satellite? And, which input are ... | |
| Red is out on pioneer sd533hd5 | 12/29/2010 |
| Q: Hi do you have any idea what the problem is there is no red color on the screen only green and blue? ... A: The range of possible causes is great. From the red crt projection tube to the biasing circuit to ... | |
| LG RC897T won't power on | 12/28/2010 |
| Q: I had my LG RC897T dvd/vcr combo unit plugged into a surge protector strip. The unit was set with ... A: I don't like surge protector strips; they are often the cause of strange problems. Here is my ... | |
| TV channel got raster | 12/28/2010 |
| Q: My AIWA tv got raster when select tv program from tuner(Aerial) , but from video in (DVD or VCD)tv ... A: Let me understand the symptoms clearly: The picture and sound are good/normal when viewing dvd or ... | |
| Mitsubishi WS-65315 - 65" rear projection TV | 12/28/2010 |
| Q: After our TV has been turned on for several minutes the picture will start to distort and get kind ... A: I'm guessing it is either the convergence circuitry going bad OR the power supply with capacitor ... | |
| Tv Problems | 12/28/2010 |
| Q: I purchased a Mitsubishi DLP 60",WD-60638 3D ready tv 8 weeks ago. While watching tonite, the screen ... A: First, try unplugging the power cord for a full hour or more. It takes some time to discharge all ... | |
| tv | 12/27/2010 |
| Q: my 2003 zenith 56" hdtv monitor has blueshades around objects and some yellow A: See if your model is listed on this link: http://www.tvrepairkits.com/xcart/home.php?cat=2281 If ... | |
| SYLVANIA LC260SS8 | 12/27/2010 |
| Q: This Tv has failed gradually, tv has horizontal lines. Before failing, the lines would appear at ... A: To check, first put the voltmeter on the main dc line out and see if it is low and builds up very ... | |
| sony rear projection picture problems | 12/27/2010 |
| Q: I have a Sony KP-51HW40 rear projection tv, the tv 1st made a crackle sound and then the picture ... A: Go to this page to see the diagnostic code descriptions: ... | |
| SYLVANIA LC260SS8 | 12/27/2010 |
| Q: This Tv has failed gradually, tv has horizontal lines. Before failing, the lines would appear at ... A: This set is made by Funai. They are generally fairly reliable but service is not so good on them. ... | |
| Mitsubishi HD1080, Audio Yes, Video No | 12/26/2010 |
| Q: I have a Mitsubishi HD1080 (Model: WS-55907 / Serial:108504). I recently purchased the TV. When at ... A: First guess would be the convergence circuit is going bad. Probably the seller knew this but wanted ... | |
| No Power | 12/26/2010 |
| Q: Sometime ago we had a power surge. Most of my electronics suffered power lost damage. Even the big ... A: Several things come to mind: ONE: First, you may want to just take a look at what maybe has ... | |
| toshiba 36a43 drop down demo menu | 12/26/2010 |
| Q: The drop down demo menu keeps coming on screen and now it also switches between all inputs as well. ... A: I don't understand what the problem is. There are very clear instructions in the owners manual on ... | |
| Magnavox zv457mg9 | 12/26/2010 |
| Q: i just got this and i have been trying to record my old land before time vhs's and they will record ... A: I downloaded the owners manual of your model and did a word search for "cannot record". There are ... | |
| HD Receiver no signal | 12/25/2010 |
| Q: I am having a problem with the HD receiver getting a signal. My other TV's that don't have a HD ... A: Have you tried auto channel setup again? If the receiver has lost the database of channels it may ... | |
| DVD No Surround Sound | 12/25/2010 |
| Q: I just purchased the Curtis DVD5088 5.1-Ch DVD Home Theater System (great deal) Anyway, I tried to ... A: Three possibilities come to mind: ONE: The speakers are wired out of phase. This is corrected by ... | |
| tv repair | 12/24/2010 |
| Q: My child hit my projection tv with a ballresulting in a small tear in the screen. I purchased a new ... A: Here is one discussion that may be helpful for you: ... | |
| TV channel got raster | 12/24/2010 |
| Q: My AIWA tv got raster when select tv program from tuner(Aerial) , but from video in (DVD or VCD)tv ... A: But, do you have raster when dvd selected? If you are not getting picture with antenna OR dvd but ... | |
| Samsung LED cycling through channels | 12/24/2010 |
| Q: unfortunately I don't have the model number but it is a Samsung LED series 7 bought 9 months ago... ... A: If the problem is from a corruption of the software or firmware of the set then it must be powered ... | |
| tv repair | 12/23/2010 |
| Q: I have a hitachi 57swx20b had a power surge and now no sound or picture just the on light on the ... A: Suggest you have it looked at by a Hitachi authorized technician as with power surges there are no ... | |
| Sony Projection T.V. | 12/23/2010 |
| Q: Sony Projection T.V.Model#-KP-53HS30---Serial#-9845212X , My tv went out yesterday looks like ... A: It is a common failure of most rptv sets and Sony is no different than other brands. The cause, ... | |
| CELESTIAL PROJECTION TV | 12/23/2010 |
| Q: the tv is not turning on.. it was still working fine then it just went off and no longer turned on ... A: Yes, flyback transformer failure is fairly common. When it fails the high voltage system no longer ... | |
| Panasonic TX-28PM1 | 12/23/2010 |
| Q: My 23 month old twin girls played with the remote control for the Panasonic Television TX-28PM1. ... A: Have you read through the owners manual? You can download it from the Internet if you have lost ... | |
| panasonic dmr-ez27 | 12/22/2010 |
| Q: display 0's from left to right, none of the buttons work tried reset (channel up/down) any ideas? A: Try a hard reset: Unplug the power cord for a full 30 minutes before powering up again. This ... | |
| cable only works sometimes | 12/22/2010 |
| Q: The last 4 nights when i turn my cable on (verizon fios) there is no picture. i have a 42 icnh ... A: I would try replugging and wiggling both power cords; the one on the tv and the one for the cable ... | |
| WS-55513 Blue screen and cut off | 12/22/2010 |
| Q: AFter a couple of hours the TV will go to a blue screen and shut off. We can turn it back on and it ... A: First, try the jiggle and kick routine. Just jiggle the set and smack it with your hand or fist a ... | |
| Samsung HD TV | 12/21/2010 |
| Q: 3yr. old tv is taking up to a minute before coming on and clicking all the while until it does come ... A: There may be a firmware update available for this model; you can check it by googling thusly: ... | |
| play video game on a panasonic PV-M2037 | 12/21/2010 |
| Q: how do you setup the tv+cables to play video game on a panasonic PV-M2037 ? ?I have no antenna or ... A: This tv has audio/video inputs right on the front of the set. You can use those or if your game has ... | |
| How can I play this VHS tape? | 12/21/2010 |
| Q: How can I play this VHS tape? I have a VHS-C tape - panasonic/SHG and I NEED to play it somehow - ... A: Use an adapter that allows it to be played on a vhs player: ... | |
| Zenith Advance System 3 | 12/20/2010 |
| Q: 1991 Zenith Advance System 3 television, only has B&W picture color is gone. Was not used for about ... A: It's a very old set! The manufacturer no longer supports products this far in the past. There are ... | |
| sony kdf 50e2010 | 12/20/2010 |
| Q: I have a sony projection kdf 50e2010 and after 10 mins of switching it on it turns off but flashes ... A: There are two possibilities: ONE: The lamp door has been a problem with this model. Try ... | |
| mitsubishi projection tv HD1080 | 12/20/2010 |
| Q: The tv has started having colors bleed around all the characters on the screen. When I turn the tv ... A: Woops. You forgot to provide the model number. Can't give you specific advise without that! ... | |
| SONY GRAND VEGA #KDF-E50A10 | 12/19/2010 |
| Q: The TV turnes on and after a few minutes goes off picture first and then the sound follows a few ... A: Here is a rebuilt power supply unit that is about $100 when you return your defective unit: ... | |
| 29inches LG tv set | 12/19/2010 |
| Q: the problem is only no sound out-put but the TV was working properly please kindly advise me the ... A: Without a model number it is very difficult to give you specific information. All I can do is ... | |
| RCA TV | 12/19/2010 |
| Q: I have a RCA colortrek 2000 that was made in 1990. Model F27185DW chassis No. CTC-159N. The vertical ... A: It's too old for me to find technical information on. My thought on this, however, is this: The ... | |
| Maxent TV blinking green light | 12/19/2010 |
| Q: Have a Maxent P420542M8 42" Plasma TV, when the amber light is pushed the green light will com eon ... A: My first guess would be the lamp needs to be replaced. I think there is a lamp for backlighting of ... | |
| Daewoo Plasma TV Model DP42SM | 12/18/2010 |
| Q: however the on screen menu is a perfect picture. I have inspected all the circuit boards and removed ... A: Even if I had the service manual and the schematics for all the board components I would probably ... | |
| sony tv | 12/18/2010 |
| Q: while the tv is on and functioning fine it then goes entirly black and the a red light begins ... A: Have you made sure the sleep time is off? It is controlled with a button on the remote. If that is ... | |
| Home stereo/dvd player | 12/18/2010 |
| Q: I have a stereo which also plays DVD, USB and SD. However suddenly now, when I turn it on everything ... A: Have you tried a hard reset? Do this by disconnecting the set from the mains for a full 30 minutes ... | |
| Daewoo Plasma TV Model DP42SM | 12/18/2010 |
| Q: however the on screen menu is a perfect picture. I have inspected all the circuit boards and removed ... A: Sorry, I am not familiar with this set at all. But, most plasma sets have very few user serviceable ... | |
| HD TV fried. | 12/18/2010 |
| Q: Model No. 53FDX01BA, January 2001 One day our television started acting odd. There is a blue and ... A: I can't tell from your description of the symptom, but I think it is the convergence circuit going ... | |
| Panasonic tv unzoom | 12/17/2010 |
| Q: I have a panasonic flat screen which is mounted on my wall. I usually use a crestron remote for it ... A: No. It must be done via the remote on most/nearly all tvs. I know of no Panasonic that does not use ... | |
| WIDE SCREEN BUT NO REGULAR SCREEN | 12/17/2010 |
| Q: MT PANASONIC CT27HN15N HD T V SWITCHED FROM REGULAR SCREEN TO WIDE SCREEN FORMAT WHEN I UNPLUGGED IT ... A: Appreciate the sentiment and wishing you and yours a pleasant and satisfying holiday season. May ... | |
| cannot locate tv tube?!? please help... | 12/17/2010 |
| Q: WE OWN A 74 INCH MITSUBISHI TV AND THE PICTURE HAS BEEN DISTORTED FOR A LITTLE WHILE NOW. THE ... A: This set is a 70 inch Mitsubishi rear projection tv. If you think it has lost its vertical synch ... | |
| sony kdf 50e2010 | 12/16/2010 |
| Q: I have a sony projection kdf 50e2010 and after 10 mins of switching it on it turns off but flashes ... A: Have you replaced the lamp? If not, you may want to check the manual carefully and follow the ... | |
| WIDE SCREEN BUT NO REGULAR SCREEN | 12/16/2010 |
| Q: MT PANASONIC CT27HN15N HD T V SWITCHED FROM REGULAR SCREEN TO WIDE SCREEN FORMAT WHEN I UNPLUGGED IT ... A: It requires the remote control to make a change of the aspect ratio playback. There is a button on ... | |
| dvd audio | 12/16/2010 |
| Q: i have a problem with my dvd/vcr player when i try to watch a dvd there is picture but no sound. ... A: Can't help well without the model number; they are all different in their feature and technology. ... | |
| TV malfunction, Samsung | 12/15/2010 |
| Q: I was just given a 4 year old Samsung TXP3271HX/XAA, but they could not find the manual or remote. ... A: The black box is from CC being on. It must be turned off by the remote which has a CC button. The ... | |
| Help | 12/15/2010 |
| Q: I have an insignia model i-lc23q1 I've had it for about 2 or 3 years the problem I'm having is that ... A: Well, is it getting power? Check the power cord and the outlet to make sure it is really getting ... | |
| Hitachi TV Purple like fading circle at center of screen | 12/14/2010 |
| Q: This is a Hitachi projector set mod. 60V 500A There is sound and video but I have a purple like ... A: According to the technical information on this model it is an LCD projection set. The light engine ... | |
| CRT monitor repair- screen problem | 12/14/2010 |
| Q: I am using my 650 mhz processor speed computer with a CRT monitor, Its screen got to the left side ... A: I could find the owners manual on this model but not the service manual - except for ones which ... | |
| TV Tube goes dark, then light, then dark... | 12/14/2010 |
| Q: I have a Mitsubishi CS-3515 R and after about 45 minutes of viewing, the screen becomes dark and ... A: Power supply, horizontal output transistor, biasing level to the picture tube. These are the things ... | |
| tv picture and remote control | 12/14/2010 |
| Q: First: I purchased 27"Zenith in aug. 1996, it was working fine until one day I cut it on now the ... A: Sorry, but a set this old is way past its normal life span and it is on borrowed time. There are, ... | |
| CRT monitor repair- screen problem | 12/13/2010 |
| Q: I am using my 650 mhz processor speed computer with a CRT monitor, Its screen got to the left side ... A: Could you give the make and model number of the monitor? Then I can check the technology and ... | |
| Mitsubishi WS-55511 green blinking light, wont turn on | 12/13/2010 |
| Q: My Mitsubishi WS-55511 tv was unplugged while on. Now it wont turn on and the green power light ... A: Turn it off, unplug it again and leave unplugged for a couple of hours. Then try again. If the ... | |
| Hitachi Ultrascan HD TV 2001 model | 12/13/2010 |
| Q: Model Number 43FDX01B .The TV turns on fine, has sound but no colour picture. When I plug in a DVD ... A: First, let's assume the set is working correctly and the problem is related to the setup or ... | |
| Toshiba RP TV | 12/13/2010 |
| Q: We have a Toshiba 57HX81 TV. Not sure exactly how old it is, probably about 7 yrs old. Recently we ... A: Rule number one on RPTV, and especially old ones, is: Never move them! You should first try the ... | |
| Lines on TV from DVD Player | 12/12/2010 |
| Q: What is causing my DVD player to show horizontal lines on the TV screen? The problem developed five ... A: Can you send a picture of these lines in a followup question? Without knowing what they look like ... | |
| TV tuner replacement | 12/12/2010 |
| Q: i own a onida 21 inch color tv set that is 15 years old and wiah to replace the low band width tuner ... A: Why would you want to upgrade such old, ancient technology? Maybe for the challenge or for ... | |
| CD changer drawer | 12/12/2010 |
| Q: There are discs in the drawer, but it will not open or play. Pushed all the buttons to no avail. A: ONE: Try unplugging the power cord for a 1/2 hour. This will reset all the internal electronics. ... | |
| Toshiba 50 H 72 Ch TAC 0262 | 12/11/2010 |
| Q: Nephew moved set, fiddled with cables, when moved back the convergence was allfouledup. Using ... A: This seems to be a convergence circuit going bad. Not uncommon with rear projection sets. The cost ... | |
| Sony TV - Question about the question you asked. | 12/11/2010 |
| Q: You once posted the question below....did you ever figure out what was wrong? i just had the same ... A: The difficult part about being and expert is that we rarely hear back from our questioner. ... | |
| no sound on my jvc HD-56gc87 | 12/11/2010 |
| Q: My sound doesn't work on my hd-56gc87. A: Which sound does not work? There are two audio outputs; one for the internal speakers and a fixed ... | |
| Samsung TV no power | 12/10/2010 |
| Q: This is a Samsung TV model LNS4041D after unit is pluged in doesn't respond to any command only the ... A: Schematics are part of the service manual. They are usually around $15 to $30 and can be found on ... | |
| 42 | 12/10/2010 |
| Q: i saw allen one of yr tecs answerd a question on this tv that it was the fan causing the tv to shut ... A: Sorry, told you wrong before; the manual and model number got confused whilst pulling up the data. ... | |
| Hitachi TV Purple like fading circle at center of screen | 12/10/2010 |
| Q: This is a Hitachi projector set mod. 60V 500A There is sound and video but I have a purple like ... A: I would say it is the light engine. Very expensive. Very, very expensive. GOOD NEWS: Hitachi has ... | |
| Samsung TV no power | 12/10/2010 |
| Q: This is a Samsung TV model LNS4041D after unit is pluged in doesn't respond to any command only the ... A: I would say power supply, also. Maybe the eBay unit is bad, too. Or, maybe the problem is not on ... | |
| Philips 60" Rear-Projection Problem | 12/10/2010 |
| Q: Make: Philips Model: 60PP9202 The picture has convergence problems making it look like a 3D image. ... A: Yes, it is the convergence circuit going/gone bad for sure. Repair is around $300 plus or minus. ... | |
| 42" nec model px-42vp4a | 12/10/2010 |
| Q: i saw allen one of yr tecs answerd a question on this tv that it was the fan causing the tv to shut ... A: Is the unit overheating? If so, it may be the fans. According to the owners manual, page E-48 ... | |
| troubleshoot to videocon t.v. | 12/9/2010 |
| Q: sir 2 years back i have purchased videocon international series 21 inch CRT t.v., now i got problem ... A: These symptoms seem to indicate the electrolytic capacitors inside the tv power supply have gone ... | |
| Toshiba Cinema Series TN43V71 | 12/9/2010 |
| Q: The TV shuts off after a couple of minutes and the red on/off light blinks. The only way to turn it ... A: It is a sign of over protection circuit going into action. Most likely it is some section of the ... | |
| no display and sound | 12/9/2010 |
| Q: suddenly the display and sound of my sony tv model no kv-xf34m65 has gone and the red power ... A: Please look here: ... | |
| mitsubishi big screen tv | 12/9/2010 |
| Q: I have a Mitsubishi TV model # ws65807. It shut right back off after I turn it on for about 3 ... A: It has gone into protection mode. This is most often caused by troubles in the power supply, high ... | |
| tv turns it's self on | 12/8/2010 |
| Q: My Hitachi 61 inch projection tv model 61swx12b manufactured Nov.2001 started turning on by itself. ... A: ONE: Yes, it is remotely possible the 42" lg is the cause if the remote signal is reflected off the ... | |
| TV when viewing through av pin not displaying color | 12/8/2010 |
| Q: sir when vcd player connected to tv through av pin color picture not comin giving out put as black ... A: It may be a compatibility problem. Is it a multi-format model? Make sure the vcd is compatible with ... | |
| problem with pulling audio/video menu up | 12/8/2010 |
| Q: I have a sony projection tv model KP-46325 that was gave to me previous owner lost original remote ... A: It's got to be a remote that provides all features. Try another remote; they are not expensive. ... | |
| RCA projection tv | 12/7/2010 |
| Q: I have a RCA projection tv the model number is P60923BL, when the tv is turned on the screen is ... A: Seems the convergence circuit is going bad. This is a typical symptom. Sadly, it is not cheap to ... | |
| Fisher turntable | 12/7/2010 |
| Q: I have an old Fisher studio standard full auto. linear tracking turntable MT-729. Will play for ... A: Yes, it is very old and most likely in need of maintenance and adjustment. This is a belt driven ... | |
| Green Screen | 12/7/2010 |
| Q: I have a 5 year old Sony KP-57WS520 57 in. Rear Projection HDTV-Ready Television. I just got it from ... A: First, try unplugging the power and keeping off for a full 2 hours before trying again. This will ... | |
| Pioneer Parts | 12/7/2010 |
| Q: I have a Pioneer SD-P5193-K big screen TV and it still works great, but unfortunately my grandson ... A: You can try Pioneer but it is very unlikely they are carrying parts for a model this ancient. There ... | |
| Flickering screen with burning oder | 12/6/2010 |
| Q: I have a Proscan 42inch LCD TV I purchased in 08. It recently started to flicker and gave off a ... A: It may very well be the power board or something to do with the power supply. Although, without ... | |
| RCA 52in model R52WH74 | 12/6/2010 |
| Q: I have a RCA model R52WH74 that is randomly powering off, after a few minutes it will power back on ... A: I think this is dlp technology. First guess is the lamp system needs attention. Read through your ... | |
| setup and display menus | 12/6/2010 |
| Q: I have"Charter cable box-scientific atlanta-explorer 3100" + "Toshiba DVR670KU recorder ( ... A: Sorry, I am totally unfamiliar with the Charter setup and the dvr they use. I suggest you contact ... | |
| sony DCR-TRV120E video cmaera | 12/6/2010 |
| Q: Is it possible to connect a 12V lead acid battery to the camera 12V input. I have opend it and found ... A: No. I think the battery for this unit is a 7.2 LION battery and you really should purchase the right ... | |
| User error? | 12/5/2010 |
| Q: two weeks ago, my surround sound system worked fine (with my TV, WII, DVD, VCR, etc). All of a ... A: Try a reset. Unplug the power cord of the SS system AND the tv. Leave unplugged for a full hour. ... | |
| Magnasonic VCR Problem | 12/5/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1989 Magnasonic VCR Model MVC-626. The Problem is that the VCR will only RW and FF when the ... A: It is likely a problem with the servo controller. It is part of the IC handling the transport ... | |
| snowy and sound | 12/5/2010 |
| Q: my camcorder is a canon Es8400v year 2002 .....when i go to watch my older tape they show a little ... A: Are you recording in standard 8mm or HI8 format? This machine can play either format. There are ... | |
| 43 | 12/4/2010 |
| Q: .it has SOUND and no picture.nothing lites on on screen and menu doesn't work, channel up and down ... A: Yes, I agree that ZSUS board should be replaced based on your explanations. The reason the fuse ... | |
| 43" PLASMA TV..NO PICTURE..SOUND ONLY | 12/4/2010 |
| Q: .it has SOUND and no picture.nothing lites on on screen and menu doesn't work, channel up and down ... A: I am sure you didn't intend to do so, but you left out the model number. Without that it is ... | |
| Blinking out TV | 12/4/2010 |
| Q: I have a Sony Rear Video Projection TV model#KP-51WS500 manufactured 11-2002 and it suddenly started ... A: Convergence failure can cause the set to shut down. There are two ICs in the convergence circuit ... | |
| Sony LDL-40w3000 | 12/4/2010 |
| Q: I turned my Sony 40 inch tv tonight and the picture looks like everyone has dirty faces. The ... A: Have you changed the lamp? Ever? Your owners manual should be consulted for the procedure. If a ... | |
| loud buzz from surround sound receiver | 12/4/2010 |
| Q: I have a 3m st digital 6 dolby pro logic surround sound system that is making a loud buzzing sound. ... A: Is the buzz coming from the speakers? Is it a function of the volume or loudness control? Is it ... | |
| Blinking out TV | 12/3/2010 |
| Q: I have a Sony Rear Video Projection TV model#KP-51WS500 manufactured 11-2002 and it suddenly started ... A: This set is famous for the convergence going bad. It can manifest in a variety of ways. Yours is not ... | |
| My Philips/Magnavox tv out of focus/blurry | 12/3/2010 |
| Q: I have a Philips/magnavox tv, older model. About 2 years ago I had cable hooked up and as the cable ... A: You left out the most important thing: Model number. The model number is important to know the ... | |
| what remote Model # is for the sanyo 40" rear projection you asked question for earlier | 12/3/2010 |
| Q: Looking for the correct / original remote for the sanyo 40" rear projection tv you were asking ... A: Sanyo is a popular tv series and many universal remotes should operate it. I suggest you start with ... | |
| Car cd player | 12/3/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2002 Ford Escape and my cd player doesn't load/unload or play cd's sometimes. My radio ... A: If this is the original Ford cd player - well it is going on 8 years old. While many owners get ... | |
| Recommendation - Plasma vs LCD | 12/2/2010 |
| Q: I will be buying a big screen TV - 46 - 50 " & looking for recommendation - plasma or LCD. Room is ... A: Yes, I agree with your sales tech. The reflection problem with recent plasma sets is much improved. ... | |
| Pioneer XR-P740M fault . | 12/2/2010 |
| Q: from your answer http://en.allexperts.com/q/TV-VCR-Stereo-1749/Home-stereo-thump.htm ;you're ... A: Does the XR-P740M sound and function normally when NOT connected to the PC?Have you change pcs since ... | |
| Sanyo Vizon Integrated SD TV | 12/2/2010 |
| Q: Is there an adjustment I can make to this TV where I can read the bottom "tickers" that appear on ... A: Yes, your remote should have a button down on the lower end that is called PIX Shape. Press it a ... | |
| toshiba 32 inch tv | 12/2/2010 |
| Q: i have an2002 toshiba tv the tv comes on power but the red dot in front near power button keeps ... A: Without the model number it is difficult to guess what specifically may be going on. However, in ... | |
| TV/VCR Combo Acting Up | 12/1/2010 |
| Q: I have a Panasonic TV/VCR Combo and my tapes are fuzzy when i play them, but when i rewind or fast ... A: Many possible causes. First thing to check is the tape transport mechanism. If the tape is not at ... | |
| Big screen went blank | 12/1/2010 |
| Q: I have a Magnavox 56" big screen and the picture just went blank. The sound still works and when i ... A: Is this a RPTV? Probably so..... In any event, the most common cause of no picture (dark screen ... | |
| Samsung TXM2756 picture loss | 12/1/2010 |
| Q: From time to time the picture of my TV set will go but I'll still have audio and I have to go ... A: Have you tried the jiggle and smack process? We recommend this when the symptoms tend to suggest an ... | |
| HD Trouble | 12/1/2010 |
| Q: I'm trying to hook up my Xbox 360 to my 2002 Philips widescreen HDTV, but all i see is static lines ... A: Could you give the model number of the tv? Without it we cannot know its interconnectivity. ... | |
| speaker location | 11/22/2010 |
| Q: I have my tv connected to a 4 speaker stereo. What is the best location for the left and right ... A: It depends so much on the location of the doors and windows and the equipment (like the directional ... | |
| lines, faded and double picture | 11/22/2010 |
| Q: My TV just started having a double picture and lines that are going through it vertical and ... A: This is an LCD set? The conditions you describe are very much like the failure of convergence ... | |
| B/W crt TV | 11/21/2010 |
| Q: Our 4" B/W TV would have a clear picture and than fade out. Now it is to the point that we do not ... A: Probably the tuner circuit or the video processor inside the set. Repair will require testing to ... | |
| Panasonic TV model ct-26wx15n | 11/21/2010 |
| Q: My Panasonic tv suddenly stopped turning on when the switch is activated. The blue light on the ... A: Have you checked to see if it IS getting power? Try plugging its power cord into a known good ... | |
| Toshiba TV/VCR Combo Model MV19M2/W (2002) has sound on all channels but one (CBS). | 11/20/2010 |
| Q: Toshiba TV/VCR Combo Model MV19M2/W (2002) has sound on all channels but one (CBS). Two nights ago, ... A: You are right; it is a strange symptom. Never heard of such a thing before. Have you done a hard ... | |
| Sony | 11/20/2010 |
| Q: I have a Sony KD140S and the sky channel is on AV4 but when I switch the tele off and then back on ... A: Sorry, I couldn't find the operator manual on this model. However, there may be a preset function ... | |
| about my dvp5960 phillips dvd player | 11/20/2010 |
| Q: my dvd player isn't usually working, when i insert a dvd, cd, or mp3's it always says no disc..and ... A: Here is the videohelp info on this player; it plays most discs but check to see disc type or format ... | |
| sony tv | 11/20/2010 |
| Q: I have a older sony built in 2005 It reads what they are saying across the bottem of the screen how ... A: On the remote their is a button marked CC or Closed Caption. If you do not have the remote for it ... | |
| TV picture is comes and goes | 11/19/2010 |
| Q: I have a Sony XBR tube TV that is about 18 years old. Recently, the picture started flickering ... A: The "tapping" which brought the picture back - that you mentioned - is indicative of an intermittent ... | |
| Intermittent lose of channel in Home Theater Sys. | 11/19/2010 |
| Q: In advance, thanks for your help! I have a Yamaha HTR-5930 Home Theater System that has developed ... A: Sounds like a problem inside the decoder circuitry of the Yamaha HTS. Check the speaker wiring on ... | |
| green and pink spots | 11/19/2010 |
| Q: Panasonic PT52LCX65 2 green and 1 pink spot on the tv screen, no other deformation of the picture, ... A: Could be a light engine failure. Very expensive. Could be needing a software upgrade; contact ... | |
| TV picture is comes and goes | 11/19/2010 |
| Q: I have a Sony XBR tube TV that is about 18 years old. Recently, the picture started flickering ... A: It is too old to consider repairs. It is long past its normal life span. Try jiggling, whacking and ... | |
| Polaroid tv 2007 | 11/18/2010 |
| Q: I think the picture tube went out it comes on u can heir it just can't see it how do I fix this ... A: If you think the picture tube needs replaced you are in for a big shock; the cost of a new tube will ... | |
| JVC BIG SCREEN TV NOT WORKING | 11/18/2010 |
| Q: I was watching TV and all of a sudden I heard a booming sound and the tv went black with no picture ... A: You will need to have a technician test and diagnose. Could be a bad power supply and regulator, ... | |
| REMOTE SENSOR ON TV NOT FUNCTIONING | 11/18/2010 |
| Q: I have a problem with my Panasonic (TAU)CT-27SX12 27" TV. Comcast remote control only operates the ... A: If you are sure the IR receiver in the tv is working properly than the remote may not be. If it is ... | |
| Toshiba TV/VCR Combo Model MV19M2/W (2002) has sound on all channels but one (CBS). | 11/18/2010 |
| Q: Toshiba TV/VCR Combo Model MV19M2/W (2002) has sound on all channels but one (CBS). Two nights ago, ... A: Do you have it set for record when it comes on at channel/cbs? If so that could avoid it playing on ... | |
| Samsung HD TV LCD | 11/17/2010 |
| Q: I have a Samsung 40" LCD TV HD, What's happening is there are lines that light up every now and ... A: It is difficult to guess what may be going on. It would help if you had given me a model number to ... | |
| picture | 11/17/2010 |
| Q: my sony KDF55e2000 is about 7 yers old and has had the lamp replaced and has had a service done but ... A: Sorry to say but this looks like an optical block issue. You should contact Sony to see if they ... | |
| Hitachi 32" LCD & Bose HT Lip Sync Issue | 11/17/2010 |
| Q: I just bough a Hitachi 32" Class LCD 1080p 120Hz HDTV, Model #L32S504 and hooked it up to my Bose 3 ... A: If you go to page 46 of your Bose 3 2 1 Series system you will find the procedure for adjusting the ... | |
| RCA HD TV Model # D56W20 | 11/17/2010 |
| Q: My tv won't turn on... when I push the power button, the power light blinks very slowly, but the tv ... A: Who knows? RCA have not been reliable sets and their customer service is not so hot; one of the ... | |
| sony t.v. model #kv-27v42 | 11/16/2010 |
| Q: my set wont turn on manually or with the remote,i was told it could be the power supply unit,what ... A: It could be the main power supply. It could also be the high voltage supply. Could be the ... | |
| blue blob and spreading pixle darkening | 11/15/2010 |
| Q: got a ever growing blue haze on screen of my Hitachi 50v500 tv. then as of last night it started ... A: This is the "Kiss of Death" blob problem. See the discussion below for and example of the many who ... | |
| Toshiba 65hm167 | 11/15/2010 |
| Q: I have a toshiba 65hm167 when I connect the cable cord to the tv the fuse will blow it works well as ... A: As a test, disconnect the cable box power cable from the power plug and connect the cable feed to ... | |
| Sony KP-41T25 rear projection TV | 11/15/2010 |
| Q: I have a 41" Sony KP-41T25 rear projection TV. It was made in 1997. A few weeks ago i began to ... A: Hard to say without testing to make sure. Possible are main power supply, vertical deflection amp ... | |
| rca television | 11/15/2010 |
| Q: I have a white line and no picture across my television how do I solve it A: If it is a crt based picture tube the problem is loss of vertical deflection. Most often it ... | |
| Tv (Sony big screen) jumpimg up & down | 11/14/2010 |
| Q: We turned of the power and turned it back on and the tv screen was jumping up and down, how do we ... A: Don't know. You did not give a model number so I cannot lookup its technical details. If the screen ... | |
| sony tv repair | 11/14/2010 |
| Q: i have sony KV-2220 EC 2 tv. The tv is not switching on and when i open it, i discover that the fuse ... A: There is always a reason for the fuse to blow. It is caused because something in the set is drawing ... | |
| CD PLAYER | 11/14/2010 |
| Q: I HAVE A PIONEER XR J2500F HI-FI THE CD HAS JUST STOPPED PLAYING IT FINDS THE CD BUT JUST MAKES A ... A: Probably a defect in the transport mechanism. It may have something that has lodged in the gears or ... | |
| TV has no picture | 11/14/2010 |
| Q: RCA P52835LV tv was given to me for free. The old owner said it just needs a new bulb. I cant seem ... A: There are no "bulbs" in this set, but there are three projection tubes that are very expensive if ... | |
| hitachi c50 fd5000 | 11/13/2010 |
| Q: i have a hitachi c50 fd5000 tv with a crack in the screen, the picture works fine but just wondering ... A: It takes a fresnl lens which is a special material. I think there are some suppliers that will cut ... | |
| HELP! | 11/13/2010 |
| Q: My TV is POSSESSED! the volume goes up and down by itself.. I can't control it with the remote or ... A: Can't offer much help without the model number; they are all different having totally different ... | |
| tv | 11/12/2010 |
| Q: i just purchased a used philips tv model 27PT9015D. the guy swears you can get hd channels on it. is ... A: This is a 4/3 aspect ratio crt tube tv of the SDTV class (Standard Definition TV) with a digital ... | |
| panasonic tv | 11/12/2010 |
| Q: Please help! I went to turn tv on and no picture.The power button is flashing red when off and ... A: This model had a class action suit going against it for lamp failures and other things. Panasonic ... | |
| timer light | 11/12/2010 |
| Q: I have a mitsubishi hdtv 1080 diamond series rear projection. there was a power outage and now the ... A: Unplug the power cord for a full 2 or 3 hours to reset the internal logic circuits. That will clear ... | |
| Hitachi 53SBX59B | 11/12/2010 |
| Q: I was reading through a post you submitted back on 07/01/2005 I have copied it below so you can ... A: Unfortunately, electrical storm damage is the worst nightmare for a tv. There is no pattern of ... | |
| Sony trinitron blinking | 11/11/2010 |
| Q: My 14 inch,6year old kv model tv works for some minutes then goes off and starts blinking four times ... A: Do you see a horizontal line on the screen when it first if powered up? If it lasts long enough ... | |
| T. V. repair | 11/11/2010 |
| Q: 32"RCA TV "Entertainment Series PIP" GUIDE PLUS GEMSTAR model#F31665 As soon as I turn the TV on ... A: This is due to set going into protection mode. This is brought about by too much current being drawn ... | |
| hum in tv when sound is on | 11/11/2010 |
| Q: I have a home theater system (bose). When the cable guy installed a tv box for HD and more channels ... A: Does the hum go away when volume is turned all the way down? Does hum increase a volume is ... | |
| AIWA XRM88 mini stereo | 11/10/2010 |
| Q: I have a pretty old XRM88, which I still like quite well. Sometime ago the dial LED stopped ... A: Assume you are referring to the digital numeric display on the front panel? ONE: It could be the ... | |
| Toshiba 52mh95x turning off, then works | 11/10/2010 |
| Q: November 10, 2010 Dear Sir, The problem all started when my Toshiba DLP 52HMX95 bulb burnt out ... A: My guess is the lamp door is not shut tight allowing the fan motor to not always come on - which ... | |
| Big Screen TV R60V26 | 11/10/2010 |
| Q: I have a Zenith R60V26 Big Screen TV, the other day I tried to turn it on and got no sound or ... A: It is always fixable. The question is at what cost. Unfortunately, there are no inexpensive ... | |
| surround system speaker chirp | 11/10/2010 |
| Q: I have a Onkyo TX-sr875 outputting to Jamo e500 speakers There is a digital chirp wich seems to ... A: Does the chirp diminish when the volume is reduced to zero? If so, it means the chirping sound is ... | |
| No Audio on panasonic tv | 11/9/2010 |
| Q: My Panasonic TV, its a CT-27621U model.No audio plays at all.The volume is up and its not on mute.I ... A: Did you try a hard reset? This is done by unplugging the power cord for a full 2 or 3 hours before ... | |
| Mitsubishi TV model CT25M2EET | 11/9/2010 |
| Q: Please help me to provide the schematic diagram of this tv,because I cannot the burned parts and the ... A: Sorry, I do not keep schematics. You might find something close to it here: ... | |
| 32 " Emerson model LC320EMXF | 11/8/2010 |
| Q: I wrote you earlier about this tv 32 " Emerson model LC320EMXF and it being stuck in the scanning ... A: Try the jiggle, smack and whack on the unit. Since you say problem started when you tried to move ... | |
| JVC RX-715V acting odd | 11/8/2010 |
| Q: my JVC RX-715V receiver has started acting odd. Occasionally it'll turn on the tape 2 monitor, but ... A: My guess would be that some cold solder joints are acting up. A solution - or a start - to the ... | |
| New 58" Samsung w/ Limited RCA Inputs! Please Help! | 11/8/2010 |
| Q: My husband and I bought a New Flat Screen 58" Plasma-Samsung Tv on Saturday. We got our new tv home, ... A: Cannot give you exact information without all the model numbers; every piece of equipment has its ... | |
| Sony Wega Hdtv won't turn on standby blinks red 7 times | 11/8/2010 |
| Q: I have a 34" Sony Wega Hdtv for around 4-5 years. A couple of days ago my tv will no longer turn on ... A: The 7 blinks is a diagnostic code that indicates the high voltage is failing and needs technical ... | |
| TV - sony trinitron | 11/7/2010 |
| Q: standby light not on while TV is off, when turning TV on, it blinks continuously and have sound but ... A: Look here: http://www.techlore.com/article/15444/Understanding-Sony-Television-Blinking-Codes/ As ... | |
| Mitsubishi cs 40503 t.v. no sound, no picture | 11/7/2010 |
| Q: I've owned a Mitsubishi cs 40503 t.v. since '95, no issues! In the last month or two it has been ... A: This set is too old to justify any repairs. It is well into its "end of life". If you were to ... | |
| 32" emerson model lc320emxf | 11/6/2010 |
| Q: I bought this tv november 27 2009, gave it to my daughter on hr birthday in July 2010 worked fine ... A: Why don't you try the whack and smack routine on it. Based on your comment that it happened upon ... | |
| Mitsubishi VS-55601 no ppwer | 11/6/2010 |
| Q: Any ideas where I can buy online a new power supply for this TV? I've stuck out searching. A: It is assumed that you know the power supply is the culprit? This model is more famous for bad ... | |
| NEC TV | 11/6/2010 |
| Q: Model # KX-2792S Sound and color are great some channels picture shrink horizontaly. It's hooked up ... A: Since this is an analog tv with old aspect ratio the new wider hd signals will display differently. ... | |
| hum in tv when sound is on | 11/6/2010 |
| Q: I have a home theater system (bose). When the cable guy installed a tv box for HD and more channels ... A: Have you gone through the owners manual on setting up connections and setting the audio control ... | |
| PS3 connection to Panasonic TV | 11/5/2010 |
| Q: I recently got a PS3 console, connected to Panasonic Quntrix TX29PS12 TV but got no picture - tried ... A: My first guess would be compatibility. The TX29PS12 is a multi-system receiver and the signals ... | |
| Sony Trinitron no power | 11/5/2010 |
| Q: My Sony trinitron KV-292M61 is dead.When switch on,relay sound click but still no picture or ... A: The clicking sound is the protection relay. It is shutting the tv down to prevent further possible ... | |
| haier 42in tv model p42lv6-t1 | 11/5/2010 |
| Q: the tv has no out/in prt all i have is aux computer chip for games where can i get the chip for ... A: If this set does not have antenna input terminal (Some models of this family do, some don't, ... | |
| Samsung Plasma | 11/5/2010 |
| Q: I have a Samsung Plasma TV model:HP-T5064 (3 years old)That repeatedly turns off and on. This has ... A: This is a symptom of the set cycling through protection mode, auto resetting and back to protection ... | |
| rca color trac plus | 11/4/2010 |
| Q: what resolution is this tv thank you A: What is the model number? Can't get the specifications without a model number! Since it is an ... | |
| sony trinitron | 11/4/2010 |
| Q: We have a sony trinitron kv36hs500 36" 2003. The t.v. won't turn on, the light blinks 7 times, so ... A: Not really. It actually broadens the possibilities. It should do the same with it unplugged for ... | |
| VCR | 11/4/2010 |
| Q: I put my VCR on channel 4 & now I can't get the menu to come up and it is all fuzzy A: Try channel 3. This is the channel used for connections. If that does not solve your problem let ... | |
| only has three channels | 11/4/2010 |
| Q: my big screen 50" Panasonic I install a antenna that I bought from homedepot those with uhf and VHF ... A: The strength of the broadcast signal is a function of the distance you are from the station, its ... | |
| VCR can't play video head cleaning cassette | 11/3/2010 |
| Q: cleggsan, I have a VHS VCR unit and a TV with a DVD/VHS player. I had neglected to clean the ... A: No, it is more likely the magnetic oxide from old tapes has accumulated around the capstan and pinch ... | |
| sony trinitron | 11/3/2010 |
| Q: We have a sony trinitron kv36hs500 36" 2003. The t.v. won't turn on, the light blinks 7 times, so ... A: Yes, 7 blinks is often associated with loss of high voltage. But, it can be from other causes as ... | |
| Toshiba CX35E60 | 11/2/2010 |
| Q: I have a Toshiba set that is having problems with switching on and off. One day it just stopped ... A: The reason older sets are not good candidates for repair is because they are statistically very ... | |
| Toshiba CX35E60 | 11/2/2010 |
| Q: I have a Toshiba set that is having problems with switching on and off. One day it just stopped ... A: It needs service in the power supply circuit. Could be a bad relay or other electrical components. ... | |
| phillips hdready model no 26PF4310/10 | 11/2/2010 |
| Q: the picture wont come on straight away it takes ages switching it on and off on and off A: It needs servicing by a Philips authorized agency. Unfortunately, there are few user serviceable ... | |
| Zenith p42w46x | 11/2/2010 |
| Q: This is what the screen looks like. Ive been looking for an LG dealer or Zenith dealer and all they ... A: The screen shot does not indicate anything obvious to me. Sorry. But, I am guessing the replacement ... | |
| Broken Sony Wega HDTV Trinitron TV | 11/2/2010 |
| Q: My tv just died the other day. When I tried to turn it on, I could hear power trying to get to it, ... A: Most tv experts would recommend to replace rather than repair a set of this size and age. At least ... | |
| HDTV Akai | 11/1/2010 |
| Q: I unplugged the infrared male cable to my AKAI PDP4225M HD TV Monitor and after plugging it back in ... A: I am confused. In your first question you state the remote is not working but now in this last post ... | |
| Toshiba 42HP83 | 11/1/2010 |
| Q: Toshiba 42hp83 plasma plays 1/2 hr and the whites gets very bright as scenes change, if there is no ... A: Is it mounted on the wall? There are heat problems, sometimes, for wall mounting which causes ... | |
| RCA HD 32 | 11/1/2010 |
| Q: have a RCA HD 32" 31YX12. Hit wrong config on remote at night and can't get screen off "D0, ... A: But the question I answered says: "Hi cleggsan, have a RCA HD 32" 31YX12. Hit wrong config on ... | |
| HDTV Akai | 11/1/2010 |
| Q: I unplugged the infrared male cable to my AKAI PDP4225M HD TV Monitor and after plugging it back in ... A: Let me understand: The Akai Plasma is connected to cable box for source connection but you use ... | |
| HDTVV | 11/1/2010 |
| Q: I unplugged the infrared male cable to my AKAI PDP4225M HD TV Monitor and after plugging it back in ... A: Try doing a reset to see if it will power up the IR receiver again. Do this by unplugging the power ... | |
| tv monitor show single line. | 10/31/2010 |
| Q: my name is Akshay. I am from india. My problem is that my videocon 3617 series tv show a single ... A: I don't know this model. I think it is a crt based. If so, a horizontal line is almost always (but ... | |
| Philips DVD player DVP 630/05 | 10/31/2010 |
| Q: When we try to play a DVD the colour is pink. We have connected the DVD player to two different TVs ... A: It will probably need a tech to look at it and test it out. Doing so will probably cost more than ... | |
| 42" lcd television (philips) | 10/31/2010 |
| Q: When I turned my set on this morning (model# 42pfl7422d/37) I heard a sizzling sound and had no ... A: First, these LCD models are highly integrated leaving very little that is user serviceable. Most of ... | |
| Magnavox DVD/VCR Combo | 10/31/2010 |
| Q: My VCR of the combo will not play. The DVD plays fine, but when I switch over to play a VCR, it does ... A: There can be many reasons or causes. VCR player mechanisms are historically very troublesome ... | |
| Zenith rear projection tv Manufactured 1995 | 10/24/2010 |
| Q: My 1995 Zenith PVR4663RK has a fuzzy picture. The picture itself seem to be okay, but when you try ... A: This seems like the convergence circuit going bad. If so, the cost of repair will be around $300 or ... | |
| Sony Digital Audio/Video Control centre | 10/24/2010 |
| Q: My remote and the unit do not communicate with each other. I have replaced the batteries in the ... A: Is the IR eye on the control center covered with some object which blocks the beam? Have you tried ... | |
| zenith p42w46x | 10/24/2010 |
| Q: I bought this tv back in 2005 and I am having technical difficulties with it. There is sound but ... A: This is a plasma set and the technology is all digital. The buffers are storage centers in the main ... | |
| Toshiba Proj TV model TN50X81 | 10/23/2010 |
| Q: The picture has completely gone away. Before the picture went out, I as getting yellow and bluish ... A: I am thinking the problem is a failed convergence circuit. If so, repair will cost $300 to $400. ... | |
| jvc tv | 10/23/2010 |
| Q: jvc av-27020 made sept.1999(27inch)has one line middle of screen maybe 1/4inch wide all the way ... A: The horizontal line is most often - 90% of the time - a defective vertical deflection amplifier. The ... | |
| RCA Guide Plus Gold Gemstar | 10/22/2010 |
| Q: The screen is blinking and the picture keeps rolling, i have tried several times to readjust the ... A: Woops, you did not give the model number! Maybe if you were to go into the service mode you could ... | |
| No sound | 10/22/2010 |
| Q: I have a 27 inch Panasonic Tau. I have a picture but no sound. The audio output jack doesn't seem to ... A: It is probably 1) the audio output amplifier module or 2) the dc voltage line from the main ... | |
| Sony | 10/21/2010 |
| Q: We have a Sony Trinitron TV that was one of the first "flat screen" televisions —before the slim ... A: A set this old is not a very smart investment for major repairs. The minimum repair bill for a tv ... | |
| sony tv | 10/21/2010 |
| Q: 2003sonykd-46wtblinks6timesyii72 A: Look here: http://www.techlore.com/article/15444/Understanding-Sony-Television-Blinking-Codes/ Six ... | |
| Menu will not display on my toshiba tv43v61 | 10/21/2010 |
| Q: Menu will not display on my toshiba tv43v61. I have taken the back and front panels off and blew the ... A: First try a hard reset by unplugging the power cord for a full one or two hours, then try again. ... | |
| my mitsubishi tv | 10/21/2010 |
| Q: I was given a Mitsubishi tv model#vs-45609. It was working fine until my husband pressed something ... A: I doubt if the husband is the cause; it is likely just coincidental. It is most probable, although ... | |
| Mitsubishi 55 inch TV | 10/20/2010 |
| Q: I had a 55 inch mitsubishi model No. WS-5589 TV given to me. The guy said the tv worked until they ... A: No. Big screen sets are never cheap to repair. Think in terms of $200 being the cheapest service ... | |
| RCA Scenium decreasing volume | 10/20/2010 |
| Q: I have a RCA Scenium L37WD250YX1. The volume is there when the tv is turned on, but it slowly ... A: Could be a bad electrolytic capacitor in the dc voltage line that feeds the audio amp module. The ... | |
| JVC TV AV-29M201 | 10/20/2010 |
| Q: When I turn the tv on, it powers up, you hear the sound and then it turns itself off. The power ... A: It has gone into protection mode. This is usually a power supply failure and needs service. The ... | |
| circa 1990 Mitsu 36" Console TV - Video Issue | 10/20/2010 |
| Q: Model CK-3531R Has been repaired once in the distant past - that local TV repair shop is now out of ... A: This is a sign of vertical amplifier gone bad. Repair involves replacing the vertical output ... | |
| sony kdf55e2000 | 10/19/2010 |
| Q: I have replaced the lamp twice and the picture still doesn't get bright. What else could be causing ... A: Did you replace the lamp with the authentic lamp recommended by Sony? The correct lamp must be used ... | |
| TV is powering off after 15 secs | 10/19/2010 |
| Q: I was out of town for 12days. when i came back and tried to switch it on the screen is green in ... A: It will most likely need technical service but first try a reset. To reset, unplug power for at ... | |
| DVD door won't open | 10/19/2010 |
| Q: I have an Esa E4000 DVD-Video Player. The DVD door won't open. It whirrs and clicks when I try. ... A: Did you try a reset? Do this by unplugging the power cord for 15 minutes. This will sometimes ... | |
| RCA TV Model F32444 | 10/18/2010 |
| Q: This TV I just had given to me will turn on and there is sound, but I am not able to get a picture. ... A: There are many possible causes but by far the most common and therefore the most likely is the ... | |
| RCA TV Sound but no picture | 10/18/2010 |
| Q: I recently had this RCA 32 inch TV given to me on craigslist and the tv will turn on but it does not ... A: There are many possible causes but by far the most common and therefore the most likely is the loss ... | |
| connecting ps3 to samsung le32c450 | 10/18/2010 |
| Q: i recently had a friend over and we connected his xbox to my hdtv using a different cable, not sure ... A: You should reset the tv and ps3. To this by unplugging all power fro at least one full hour - which ... | |
| Yamaha DVR-S120 | 10/18/2010 |
| Q: Sometime this past decade I bought a Yamaha DVR-S120, it was a shelf demo in a stereo store no ... A: Chances are the laser diode used to read the disc has gone weak and cannot read the digital pits on ... | |
| ADVENT HT2751A | 10/17/2010 |
| Q: Just want to know if someone can tell me how bad and maybe a ballpark figure on how much it might be ... A: I'm not sure what the pattern is on your screen. Are the blobs or distinct patterns? If blobs ... | |
| Panasonic DMR-ES20 | 10/17/2010 |
| Q: SIGH! My DVD recorder doesn't work any more. It has the famous, oooooo cyclical self check message, ... A: I think it is the bridge power rectifier. Check the bottom and see if it has 4 leads. It could be ... | |
| RCA Model G35830wk | 10/17/2010 |
| Q: Power outage, then unit, when turned on, screen black with parental control shows, only parental ... A: Read these comments from a few years back which may or may not help. ... | |
| toshiba tv | 10/16/2010 |
| Q: toshiba model 36afx62 won't turn on. plug in and power light turns on for 1 second and goes off. A: It has gone into protection mode. Could be the power supply which is very common symptoms like you ... | |
| Picture shrinks down in size | 10/16/2010 |
| Q: My picture on my Phillips Magnovax shrinks down in size when Tv is on. The model # 9P5031 C102. ... A: Look here: http://www.tvrepairkits.com/xcart/product.php?productid=24229&cat=3708&page=1 If you ... | |
| Won't turn on | 10/16/2010 |
| Q: I have a Sony Projection TV SP-51WS520. When I try to turn it on, I get the Red standby light, but ... A: Power supply is part discrete components and part on a board. If you have a vom at your disposal ... | |
| Won't turn on | 10/16/2010 |
| Q: I have a Sony Projection TV SP-51WS520. When I try to turn it on, I get the Red standby light, but ... A: Are you sure about the model number? It does not come up on any of the lists. There is a ... | |
| Sony TV | 10/15/2010 |
| Q: I have a Sony Trinitron 32" that I had not used for about 4 years. I hooked it up to my cable and ... A: Voltage is not getting to the tuner section properly; that's what is sounds like and could be the ... | |
| TV problem | 10/15/2010 |
| Q: I have a Toshiba 32D46. I have thin white lines going across the top few inches of the screen and ... A: This is a sign the vertical deflection amplifier is going bad. Usually, it is caused by the vertical ... | |
| TV repair | 10/15/2010 |
| Q: I have a 19" Admiral tv that is 10 years old and it started getting a static noise and then ... A: You are so very lucky that it has lasted so long! The typical life of such tvs is much less than 10 ... | |
| Toshiba TV/DVD 19LV61K | 10/15/2010 |
| Q: Dvd will not eject, every time I push a button or try to eject it gives me the locked sign. I've ... A: Yes, combo tv products are very unreliable - all brands and all models. Sorry to say. It may ... | |
| Panasonic DLP PT-61LCZ70 | 10/14/2010 |
| Q: Tv will come on when cold then starts to go on and off. A: Better speak with a Panasonic servicing agency. There is not much a consumer can do other than ... | |
| Hitachi 50FX48B TV | 10/14/2010 |
| Q: the picture has shadow, sound is good just picture has a shadow. What is the problem A: Look here to see if this fits your symptoms: ... | |
| Philips DVDR3576H Erased Programs | 10/13/2010 |
| Q: I accidently caused the DVR to erase all the programs on the HDD when I was operating a second 3576H ... A: Usually the information is not erased but the headers or links are either removed or put in a ... | |
| panasonic TH-42PX75U | 10/13/2010 |
| Q: I received help before so I'm hoping someone here can help again. When I turn on the t.v. I get red ... A: This is a plasma technology set. There is really not much you can do at the DIY level. There are ... | |
| Hitachi projection TV troubleshooting | 10/13/2010 |
| Q: I have a hitachi projection TV model #50UX19K thats around 10 years old and sometimes the picture ... A: Could be an intermittent condition. Try jiggling or banging your hand on the set to see if that ... | |
| tv troubleshooting | 10/12/2010 |
| Q: wavy lines cant read anything worst at top of screen A: Sorry, can't give any recommendation without the model number on this one. If it is a RPTV big ... | |
| Color tone is off | 10/12/2010 |
| Q: I have a 61" Phillip's big screen that is 6 years old. It has just developed a problem with the ... A: From the description of the picture you gave it seems the convergence circuit has gone bad. If so, ... | |
| blank | 10/11/2010 |
| Q: how do you fix a nec tv if it doesnt recieve channels even after you scan for them A: ONE: The unit is defective and must be returned to the seller. TWO: The antenna or cable was not ... | |
| 2005 RCA Model 27R410T No picture had sound | 10/11/2010 |
| Q: Just got a 2005 RCA Model 27R410T from a friend and brought home plugged it in and it worked fine. I ... A: No picture with sound (and a totally dark screen) is mostly associated with failure of the high ... | |
| Protect Mode Interrupts Play | 10/11/2010 |
| Q: My video control center STRK750P works intermittently because the Protect Mode will shut down the ... A: Going into protection mode - and not staying in that mode permanently - is almost always a problem ... | |
| projection TV will not turn on. | 10/11/2010 |
| Q: First I want to apologize for being long winded, I have a RCA P46731AT, Chassis #PTK169PGA, made in ... A: Looks like heat has melted the solder around the solder pad. I cannot tell if the big pad is all one ... | |
| tv wont tune channels | 10/10/2010 |
| Q: Im having a problems just getting the regular channels like fox 26. i have a hitachi 42edt41 and ... A: Are you using a universal remote controller rather than the one that came with the set? If so, it ... | |
| rear projection tv | 10/10/2010 |
| Q: Just recently my Toshiba rear projection t.v. started acting up. The only picture I have is ghost ... A: Send a follow-up with the model number so I can know what technology is in the tv. It is likely, ... | |
| SONY 61" Videoscope XBR rear proj. | 10/10/2010 |
| Q: I just picked up this set from Craigslist. Model no: KP-61XBR200 MFG date: May, 1999. It worked at ... A: Take a look here and see if these conditions fit your symptoms. ... | |
| rca 52" d52w20 | 10/10/2010 |
| Q: When I first power the tv on after it has been off for a while I will either get a snowy screen or ... A: There are many possible causes. First suspicion is an intermittent connection or cold solder joint ... | |
| RCA P56820BL Safety | 10/9/2010 |
| Q: My tv died. My girlscouts want to take it apart for a "badge project". Is this dangerous? What is ... A: There is stored voltage in it for some time. It takes at least 4 hours to totally discharge. ... | |
| Sanyo VCR vhr # 5420 | 10/9/2010 |
| Q: My vcr works but no display lights A: Maybe the connector or power line that feeds the display panel is broken or the display itself ... | |
| DVR won't play Lost Season 6 | 10/9/2010 |
| Q: I have a Zenith XBR616 combo DVR/VHS, only use it to play commercial DVDs. No problems for years ... A: No idea.... It is possible the discs are a different country code but that should have been ... | |
| TV won't power on. | 10/8/2010 |
| Q: My Samsung Flat Screen TV which is about 2 years old stopped working while watching TV on Tuesday. ... A: If it were the power cord you would see nothing and hear nothing from the tv. BUT: Check the ... | |
| SONY STR-D965 hum/buzz | 10/8/2010 |
| Q: I have a Sony str-d965 stereo receiver. I have had it since it was new. Yesterday I went to turn ... A: It is a failure of the main power supply. Could be a big electrolytic capacitor or bad power ... | |
| tv repair | 10/8/2010 |
| Q: I have a panasonic PT-53WX53G HDTV that shows no picture when turned on and the red light by the ... A: Unlike Sony RPTVs where the number of blinks is a diagnostic code, with Panasonic sets it is a ... | |
| Samsung SP119W1 projection TV | 10/8/2010 |
| Q: This set is about 8 years old and has worked flawlessly till now. When I turn it on with the remote ... A: This is a very common problem with all makes and models of Rear Projection TVs. It is caused by the ... | |
| S-VIDEO CABLE | 10/7/2010 |
| Q: I read in my JVD I'ART TV manual that DVD player video reception was much better with an S-Video ... A: You may want to try another cable. You did not give me a model number on the JVC so I cannot ... | |
| Toshiba 46rv530u | 10/7/2010 |
| Q: I have blank screen on my LCD tv get sound and a green light but no picture tried to go into menu ... A: A blown fuse is always a bad sign. Suggest you repair/replace it before going any further. If lamp ... | |
| trouble playing vhs tapes | 10/7/2010 |
| Q: my son has a sylvania 13 inch tv/vcr combo and it has sound but no picture. and we also have a ... A: You have two separate problems it appears. The 13 inch Sylvania may have lost its high voltage. ... | |
| S-VIDEO CABLE | 10/7/2010 |
| Q: I read in my JVD I'ART TV manual that DVD player video reception was much better with an S-Video ... A: Theoretically S-video is better quality; however, from practical point of view it is often very ... | |
| Magnavox 20MT133S - picture is zoomed | 10/6/2010 |
| Q: TV Model - 20MT133S - manufactured June 2003 Connected to Verizon FIOS STB model QIP2500-2 The ... A: Set may need to be repaired. You can try adjusting the horizontal and vertical size controls. ... | |
| Toshiba TV will not come on | 10/6/2010 |
| Q: I own a Toshiba TV model # 32D46; It has a date of May 2006 on the model/ser.# decal. I went to turn ... A: The set has gone into the protection mode. This is caused by some serious failure inside the set. ... | |
| Horizontal transistor type | 10/6/2010 |
| Q: Would you tell me the horizontal transistor type for Thosiba Projection TV type 50V9UE, because the ... A: The service manual would have the parts list for all semiconductors. You can purchase in online for ... | |
| Toshiba 46rv530u | 10/5/2010 |
| Q: I have blank screen on my LCD tv get sound and a green light but no picture tried to go into menu ... A: Have you replaced the backlight lamp? They cost about $100 or so, but be sure to purchase the exact ... | |
| Power light...no display | 10/5/2010 |
| Q: Magnavox 42MF521D/37 2007. When it worked...the power light on the power button would be on when ... A: Voltages you measured don't seem out of the ordinary. Best, now if you check to see if the dc ... | |
| sound but no picture on DVD player | 10/5/2010 |
| Q: The last time I tried to switch my Sony Bravia TV from TV to DVD, the screen indicated it had ... A: Is the tv working ok when in tv mode? Are you switched to the correct video input? If there are ... | |
| toshiba 57h81 | 10/5/2010 |
| Q: The TV is taken apart and my husband needs to find a diagram that will show him how to put it back ... A: He will need the service manual. Here is one place it may be gotten: ... | |
| white spots | 10/4/2010 |
| Q: I have an rca projection tv model M50WH92S and it has a million white spots on the screen what's ... A: Light engine is probably gone bad. You may have to replace the lamp as well. If RCA has extended ... | |
| Philips TV | 10/4/2010 |
| Q: My 16 month old 32" Philips TV made loud static sound then lost video. would not turn on only pwr ... A: Who replaced the board? If it was a service shop they are responsible to make certain it is working ... | |
| Sound but no picture | 10/4/2010 |
| Q: Have a 2 yr old Sony Bravia Model KDL-46L140. Have sound but no picture. Any idea of problem and ... A: It's an LCD technology based set. LCD - and plasma for that matter - have very few user serviceable ... | |
| Logik tv | 10/4/2010 |
| Q: I have a problem with my TV. when i turn it on there is no picture,but does have sound. after half ... A: Since your set is LCD technology the loss of picture is totally different matter from before. Here ... | |
| TV Snapping Sound | 10/3/2010 |
| Q: I have a 4 1/2year old Sony KV-27FS120 which just started making snapping sounds when on. Happens ... A: Snapping sounds are almost always related to the high voltage that feeds the crt picture tube ... | |
| Logik tv | 10/3/2010 |
| Q: I have a problem with my TV. when i turn it on there is no picture,but does have sound. after half ... A: Loss of picture with sound still working usually indicates the loss of high voltage to the crt ... | |
| RCA P60921 60" rear projection tv | 10/3/2010 |
| Q: How do I remove the screen so I can clean the mirror? A: Here is one way for a set that is similar to yours; it might work: ... | |
| Panasonic PT-44LCX65 | 10/2/2010 |
| Q: The picture is good but has darkened tremendously. Also last night i noticed that after trying to ... A: It probably needs a new lamp and reset. The owners manual gives very clear instructions on how to ... | |
| Magnavox DVD Player | 10/2/2010 |
| Q: I have burned several DVD-R's TDK version. They work find on the computer but the DVD player will ... A: 1. You may not have finalized the recording whereas the pc will read and the player will not. 2. ... | |
| Panasonic TX-51P100H rear projection tv | 10/2/2010 |
| Q: No sound, picture is good. Once in a while, sound returns. Since both speakers are dead at the same ... A: The TA8200AH is a dual audio amplifier output chip for 15 watts/channel and requires it to be ... | |
| Panasonic 61" Rear Projection | 10/2/2010 |
| Q: Just under 4 years old, watching TV then lost the picture. The power light just flashes green. ... A: You did not give a model number so it leaves us guessing. As a general rule when the picture goes ... | |
| JVC DVD/VCR player & recorder | 10/1/2010 |
| Q: Model No. HR-XVC33U serial No. 148Z1264. Suddenly when I press the set up menu button on the remote ... A: Check your cables and tv settings and reset the vcr by unplugging the power cord for a full hour. ... | |
| 40" RCA L40FHD41YX9 | 10/1/2010 |
| Q: i have a 40" RCA L40FHD41YX9 and when i turn it on, all i see are white spots, does this mean the ... A: Don't know. But, if you suspect a board failure you can get them at partstore.com here: ... | |
| Mitsubishi white haze | 10/1/2010 |
| Q: I have a 9 year old 65 inch Mitsubishi model ws-65819 television. It recently began developing a ... A: It sounds like the coolant over the projection tube(s) has turned cloudy but if so it usually ... | |
| rca vcr model # vr275 | 10/1/2010 |
| Q: Please tell me how to add channels that must have been deleted. I have cable, but my vcr skips ... A: This is an old model and I don't know the details of it. However, most older vcrs require full ... | |
| darkness when the t.v. Turns on | 9/30/2010 |
| Q: We have a old 1992 Zenith Century 2 TV The Problem is when we turn the TV on it is dark and as ... A: It is likely a picture tube going bad or the electrolytics in the power supply or a combination of ... | |
| flashing red light | 9/30/2010 |
| Q: i have a 5 yrs old sony bravia klv-s32a10 that turn off and flashing red light. 4 times. any ideas? A: Do you have a solid horizontal line in the middle of the screen before it shuts down? ... | |
| Sony Triniton Color TV KV-27V42 | 9/30/2010 |
| Q: My TV turned itself off. I tried turning it on and off again but I still have no picture or sound. ... A: This is where you can learn about the Sony blinking codes: ... | |
| VHS Tape Won't Play | 9/30/2010 |
| Q: I have one VHS tape that won't play in any of my three VCR's (combo VCR/DVD). It looks perfectly ... A: Does the tape in question play okey in the other two machines? Examine the knockout tabs on the ... | |
| popping sounds from tv | 9/29/2010 |
| Q: I have a Mitsubishi wd-73737 dlp. i have only had it since July 2010. The tv works great, only often ... A: Hope you bot the extended warranty with it; if not see if you can still purchase it. All DLP ... | |
| projection tv | 9/29/2010 |
| Q: mitsubishi projection tv model # vs-60va2 1993 sound ok all time,no picture, black screen,the menu ... A: Sound with no picture and black roster is usually associated with loss of high voltage. This can be ... | |
| Hitachi 43fdx01b | 9/29/2010 |
| Q: I have a Hitachi 43fdx01b and have recently switched from digital cable to Hi-Def. When powering the ... A: It takes some time to lock up the digital signals. Maybe in your case the digital board is ... | |
| t.v. problem | 9/29/2010 |
| Q: my t.v. is a sony KV-29RX1 (japan made)the problem is although it has power as indicated by the ... A: Loss of high voltage is common. It usually requires the replacement of the flyback transformer and ... | |
| Toshiba Slow to turn on | 9/28/2010 |
| Q: I have a toshiba 46hm95 tv. When I hit the power there is a solid red light and after a few seconds ... A: Please study the troubleshooting guide and LED lamp indications on pages 97 - 100 of your owners ... | |
| jvc tv signal receiver | 9/28/2010 |
| Q: i have a tv that has a problem of receiving the colour signal & for it to respond i am forced to ... A: Sorry you did not give the model number. Can't help much without the model number. You have what ... | |
| sony kv- 40xbr800 will not turn on | 9/28/2010 |
| Q: I read a similar problem with the same model TV. My TV will not turn on, but after a day or 2 of ... A: I have a Panasonic 50" plasma economy model that was purchased at Costco. It is a wonderful tv. ... | |
| 1960's Philco Radio/record player | 9/27/2010 |
| Q: I recently bought a cabinet style Philco radio/record player. The previous owner played both radio ... A: Probably tracking too light. If there is an adjustment just turn it a little heavier. If no ... | |
| Color problem | 9/27/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1999 Sharp 32L-S500 32" tube TV that has color problems. When displaying a blue screen the ... A: It seems you have a magnetized screen. This could be due to the presence of some strong magnetic ... | |
| sony kv- 40xbr800 will not turn on | 9/27/2010 |
| Q: I read a similar problem with the same model TV. My TV will not turn on, but after a day or 2 of ... A: I would never recommend you have an XBR set administered to other than a Sony authorized repair ... | |
| Sony BDP-S300 | 9/27/2010 |
| Q: Signal from the blue ray to the TV is good for a few seconds then signal goes off but not the blue ... A: How do you know it is the BR player? Maybe it is a tv problem. Have you tried the player into an ... | |
| no sound on digital but works on analog | 9/26/2010 |
| Q: Mitsubishi WD 62627 We get sound on everything but local digital stations on this set only. Two Tv's ... A: Not sure what you mean by satellite dish and antenna for locals. Since this is a digital tv it must ... | |
| samsung 52" hdtv 1080i | 9/26/2010 |
| Q: when i plug it in the red timer light comes on, it will make some clicks like its trying to turn on, ... A: It has gone into overload protection caused by some part of the system that has failed and is ... | |
| 32 Sony Trinitron | 9/26/2010 |
| Q: We're renting a home that includes a Sony 32 trinitron. I suspect it's from the early 90s. The tv ... A: Seems the vertical deflection circuit has gone bad but you can check this by counting the number of ... | |
| mitsubishi model #52725 | 9/26/2010 |
| Q: TV will randomly turn itself off and go into the cool down mode. I might be able to turn it back on ... A: Do you have a vom or voltmeter? Do you know how to take the voltage measurements of the dc lines ... | |
| Toshiba 46HM94 DLP TV | 9/25/2010 |
| Q: Recently we noticed 3 "spots" about the size of golf balls on the screen when it is on ... looks ... A: Light engine and/or color wheel can cause these kinds of things. The replacement costs are very ... | |