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Sony LCD KDL46W3000 - right side darker with lines

Started by uni4mer • Jun 25, 2009 • 9 posts
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#1
I noticed the right side of the screen was darker and had horizontal lines. Is this the lamp? Or is there a lamp in these? Purchased 9/2007.
#2
Hi . . .

Not in the sense of a Projection TV & (1) lamp .... a series of fluorescent tubes, yes.

eli
#3
(back) uni4mer . . .

Although the wrong display size, scroll down about halfway to read about the "WCG-CCFL"

a.k.a ... 'wide color gamut / cold cathode fluorescent lamps .."

Here - http://www.sonystyle.com/webapp/wcs/sto ... 1665161573


eli
#4
Did not see it. Note: this condition occurs when first turned on and disappears after touching cabinet. Nothing has been changed in the environment.
#5
In that case it must be an electrical grounding issue inside the cabinet. When you touch it you complete the ground. Does it have a 2 or 3 prong electrical plug?
#6
3 prong grounded plug. Also plugged in first to a surge suppressor. Has always been plugged in like this since install 2007.
#7
Try plugging it directly into the wall - probably won't make a difference but it's free.......

If you want to DIY I'd CAREFULLY look for loose wires or connections inside the case. Otherwise you need a repair person.
#8
There is something going on with the inverters or fluorescent tubes - time for service!

http://www.tvrepairpros.com/