Re: Samsung PN58A550S1FXZA Vertical Line

Thanks. After some additional conversations and research I think the plasma is going bad. Everyone said that a think line that is not across the screen is the plasma. If it was a thicker longer line that it could be a buffer.

Is this consistent with your experiences?

Thanks,
Chris

Re: Samsung PN58A550S1FXZA Vertical Line

Sorry bit of a newb, when you say address board do you mean the Y-buffer board that controls the bottom half the tv?

It is my understanding that the Y buffer board is cheap and easy to repair. Playing with the connector sounds like the easier first step but i'll order one of those boards.

The ones on eBay are all used - i dont supposed that is a big deal, right?

Thanks,
Chris

I have a Samsung PN58A550S1FXZA and a single skinny line has appeared in the bottom right that goes about halfway up the screen. The line is usually green but sometimes is not green or not present based on the background. The green line is most noticeable on blue and red backgrounds. I attached a photo

I have confirmed it is present in multiple inputs and have tried unplugging the tv and then plugging it back in.

I am a competent DIYer and would love any advice on what could need fixed or is wrong.

Thanks in advance,
Chris...

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Re: A guide to fixing/troubleshooting some common plasma TV problems

Hi Tom,

I have a Samsung PN58A550S1FXZA and a single skinny line has appeared in the bottom right that goes about halfway up the screen. The line is usually green but sometimes is not green or not present based on the background. The green line is most noticeable on blue and red backgrounds. I attached a photo

I have confirmed it is present in multiple inputs and have tried unplugging the tv and then plugging it back in.

I am a competent DIYer and would love any advice...