Bought this from a guy on CL; the ad is still up (http://kansascity.craigslist.org/ele/3919422549.html). I talked to him on the phone and he seemed like an ok guy. He said it wouldn't power up, so I am thinking power supply. So, I go do some research and it uses an external, laptop style, power supply. But, I feel surely he tested it before buying a new tv.
I call him and we agree on $50. When I get to his house he has the tv, manual, and remote waiting for me, but not the power supply. I ask and he says, "Aw yeah. I knew there was something I was forgetting." and he goes and finds it. The way he forgot it made it seem to me like the thought never crossed his mind it could be the culprit.
I get home and test it, and sure enough it is dead. I tested a few other power supplies just to make sure I wasn't goofing up with the technique. Ordered a new one for $15 online. Here's to hoping it is that easy of a fix.
I call him and we agree on $50. When I get to his house he has the tv, manual, and remote waiting for me, but not the power supply. I ask and he says, "Aw yeah. I knew there was something I was forgetting." and he goes and finds it. The way he forgot it made it seem to me like the thought never crossed his mind it could be the culprit.
I get home and test it, and sure enough it is dead. I tested a few other power supplies just to make sure I wasn't goofing up with the technique. Ordered a new one for $15 online. Here's to hoping it is that easy of a fix.
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