Quirky 42" Phillips Plasma TV (42PF9631D-37)

[FlyingHigh85]

Re: Quirky 42" Phillips Plasma TV (42PF9631D-37)

So, these (http://www.digikey.com/product-detai...870-ND/3664365) would be okay? 3300microF, 25V, 10000hrs @ 105C.

[freakaftr8]

Re: Quirky 42" Phillips Plasma TV (42PF9631D-37)

I would get some reputable capacitors. Imho radio shack caps are crap. There will be two you need to change. I believe they are 16v 3300 mfd. Get the 25v 3300mfd. you can step up voltage on capacitors that's not going to change anything its just going to make the capacitors be able to handle more in when you do get new capacitors make sure you get the higher rated temperature capacitors because these capacitors are near heat sinks. Go for nicheons.

[FlyingHigh85]

Re: Quirky 42" Phillips Plasma TV (42PF9631D-37)

Thanks for the input. That'll be the first thing I check when he gets around to showing the tv to me. Worst case scenario, if I damage the board when trying to replace the caps, I think a new ps costs ~$60. I'll likely buy the new caps from here, but what about a local shop, like RadioShack? There's a store right down the street (don't have to wait for shipping).

[freakaftr8]

Re: Quirky 42" Phillips Plasma TV (42PF9631D-37)

That model. There are two 3300mfd caps that swell on the bottom of the ps that control low voltage section. Id say very likely.

[FlyingHigh85]

A neighbor is selling a 42" plasma tv that isn't working properly. He says that the tv turns-on and works fine when it is cool, but once it has been turned-on and then shut-off, it takes DAYS to turn back on. Also, when he turns it off, he also has to unplug the tv because LEDs start flashing on the tv.

He hasn't had a chance to show me the tv yet, but I suspect the problem is bad capacitors. I have done a bit of soldering/desoldering, but never on a circuit board, but after reading some how-tos on this site (and others) I think I have all the tools and skills to manage it.

So, I guess my question is: how likely is it that bad capacitors are the problem and is the tv worth his $100 asking price in its current condition?

He bought the tv new in 2006.