Re: LG 50PG20 power issue (with pics)

makes sense. i'm thinking the relay on the main board is bad and when it heats up it turns the set off..

Re: Fleabay "Nippon" fakes

at least he was kind enough to refund your money. perhaps he will think twice before trying to pull a fast one or listing an item he has no knowledge of.

Re: LG 50PG20 power issue (with pics)

can anyone explain why the tv does not exhibit its shutting off symptom when in standby mode and only under the load from a video game, blu ray player or cable box?

Re: Dead LG 50PS80ED

if you do go out and purchase a multimeter, please do not buy a cheap unit. i have been using Fluke brand meters for years and i recommend them. i have used cheaper variants from craftsman but never on home electronics/AC.

Re: LG 50PG20 power issue (with pics)

also of note, the television only powers off when in use, not when its in standby mode. i searched and the power supply board is still available. i may end up going that route if need be.

Re: LG 50PG20 power issue (with pics)

i found tonight that when the tv turns itself completely off, if i tap on the top of the unit, it turns back on...strange.. leads me to believe i have a loose connection somewhere.. but i made sure all of the connectors were tight when i had the back off.

PlainBill, i'll do some more testing using your method. thank you for the advice!

Re: LG 50PG20 power issue (with pics)

sorry guys, would not allow me to manage to manage attachments and correct the vertical pics. i'll see if i can space them a shade more for easier viewing.

i have an LG 50PG20 plasma television and the other night it randomly turned off in the middle of the game i was playing. it did not go to standby mode (no red light under the power button), it was like it was unplugged at that instant. i waited a couple minutes and the tv just turned back on all by itself. did this dance a couple more times and has been fine for a couple of days and tonight the ghosts came back to haunt the tv. my first thought was to faulty solder joints on the power supply board or bulging capacitors. no faults found that my untrained eye could see there. i have power from...