Re: Polaroid TLX-04244B with Weird video and backlight problems

Well, that's not the answer I was hoping for, but looks like you'll save me some money in the long run. Thanks for your prompt reply. I'll have to hit CL and see what's available.

I've not seen anything about this on this forum yet. My 42" Polaroid TLX-04244B comes on and stays on. Has sound and picture. It has a problem that has gotten progressively worse over time. It was originally purchased on Black Friday, 2007 and the issues started with it sometime in 2011.

The issues:
First issue: For a long time, when first fired up, the right half of the screen would be dark and any image you could see on that side would be super persistent for several seconds. Then, after 15 - 30 minutes it would light up and all would be OK.

Second...

Re: New Members - please post your introductions here

Hello, All,
Just from looking around here, this looks like a very informed forum. I'm hoping you can help me with fixing my TV. I'll post the particulars as soon as I am allowed to.
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