Re: Panasonic 50" Plasma white vertical line

Just on a side note I don't suppose you have a photo handy of the address chips? might give me an idea of which I have to wiggle to see if there is a loose connection!

Re: Panasonic 50" Plasma white vertical line

Hi Alastair, interesting to know! I did actually spot a sticker in the back there with 2007 on it and couldn't believe my eyes! it is a really modern, good looking telly for the year.
And as you mention (apart from the line) the image is flawless!
think I will just have to get used to it then, it isn't too distracting really!

Re: Panasonic 50" Plasma white vertical line

Replaced the buffer panel today, made no difference unfortunately!

Should I take it that the little white line of doom is terminal?

Re: Panasonic 50" Plasma white vertical line

Hi Alastair, thanks for the reply!
so the address chips require the full panel replaced then? bugger! I was under the impression that the horizontal lines would be caused by the side buffer (X axis) boards and vertical lines were produced by those along the top buffer board? because If I unplug the corresponding top ribbon the whole block turns white?

Re: Panasonic 50" Plasma white vertical line

Thanks guys! I removed the buffer board yesterday and had a look at that, couldn't see any visual problems and after cleaning all the ribbon connections and refitting the problem was still there. I have ordered a spare buffer board to check that (it was only £8 so worth a shot). is the main board something I could switch out myself as a next step in troubleshooting if I can find a cheap replacement?

really hoping this buffer board will fix the issue, seems strange that it is a defined rectangle rather than just a...

Hi All!
new to the forum, hoping to get some advice on an issue with my Plasma screen
I bought the Tv from an auction yesterday, not really having any idea whether it would work or not.
Got it home, plugged it in and bonus! It turned straight on with everything working as it should, except for one white/grey vertical line on the top right of the screen, extending about halfway down. It is less than a cm in width, very defined edges and is bright white at the top, shifting to a grey on the way down.


I have taken a few photos to show the issue, but...

Re: New Members - please post your introductions here

Hiya I'm Dan from the UK, looking forward to using the forum and boosting my plasma knowledge!