Picture on only right half of screen!

[Tayninh55]

I have a chance to pick up a HP PL4260 TV that only shows a picture on half of the screen (like the right side). This was the only problem stated and I haven't been able to talk to the person yet who has the tv. Does anyone have a clue as to what it might be, and do you think it is fixable (by a novice) for a reasonable amount? In other words,,,,,should I take a chance on it? Bill, I know, "another dumb question"

[PlainBill]

Re: Picture on only right half of screen!

I have a chance to pick up a HP PL4260 TV that only shows a picture on half of the screen (like the right side). This was the only problem stated and I haven't been able to talk to the person yet who has the tv. Does anyone have a clue as to what it might be, and do you think it is fixable (by a novice) for a reasonable amount? In other words,,,,,should I take a chance on it? Bill, I know, "another dumb question"

This is one of those questions that is dumb the second time you ask it.

1. The HP PL4260 is a plasma TV.

2. The symptoms match a bad left side buffer at about $20.

3. It could also be the main logic board.

4. This uses the LG plasma panel that 'eats' hybrids.

Use argument #4, ignore #2 while negotiating, don't pay more than $50.

PlainBill

[tom66]

Re: Picture on only right half of screen!

It's hard to tell from the picture, but it almost looks as if the "break" between the sides is uneven. Though I've never seen a plasma fail almost like an LCD. If the panel is cracked, there will be no picture.

[Tayninh55]

Re: Picture on only right half of screen!

Thanks for your opinions,,,,that's what I wanted,,,,now I have to "check out" the TV.