Hello,
This is a plasma TV.
Problem:
Couple of months ago, image suddenly started juddering and flipping (left-right mirror), with horizontal streaks. Video of someone else's TV with similar problem: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g7-YrQVXAUM
There will also be small clusters of black pixels around. Problems show even in system menu, so not input/source/cable issue. Audio is perfect.
Hardware fix attempts:
I checked the web for ideas but still uncertain so I ordered 5 parts at one go (cost ~US$210 shipped). Replaced each piece in turn and problem remained. I've attached photo showing parts replaced. This means all 5 new and old parts are all working, problem lies elsewhere unfortunately.
Software fix attempts:
Then, friend with similar problem recommended changing contrast and colour settings. Surprised that it fixed the problem! BUT once TV restarted, problem returned.
- reducing Contrast seemed to reduce shaking/flipping
- reducing Blue colour seemed to reduce black pixels
But does not work every time, so overall inconsistent. No fix.
I'm at a loss and really disappointed, especially since this TV is gorgeous and only 3.5 yrs old. I'm not skilled at the component level, so don't know how to solder or check current, etc. I'm hoping for some simple fix ideas before giving up and dumping my precious.
Thank for reading!
This is a plasma TV.
Problem:
Couple of months ago, image suddenly started juddering and flipping (left-right mirror), with horizontal streaks. Video of someone else's TV with similar problem: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g7-YrQVXAUM
There will also be small clusters of black pixels around. Problems show even in system menu, so not input/source/cable issue. Audio is perfect.
Hardware fix attempts:
I checked the web for ideas but still uncertain so I ordered 5 parts at one go (cost ~US$210 shipped). Replaced each piece in turn and problem remained. I've attached photo showing parts replaced. This means all 5 new and old parts are all working, problem lies elsewhere unfortunately.
Software fix attempts:
Then, friend with similar problem recommended changing contrast and colour settings. Surprised that it fixed the problem! BUT once TV restarted, problem returned.
- reducing Contrast seemed to reduce shaking/flipping
- reducing Blue colour seemed to reduce black pixels
But does not work every time, so overall inconsistent. No fix.
I'm at a loss and really disappointed, especially since this TV is gorgeous and only 3.5 yrs old. I'm not skilled at the component level, so don't know how to solder or check current, etc. I'm hoping for some simple fix ideas before giving up and dumping my precious.
Thank for reading!
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