TV repair discussion thread (consolidated)

[cmtan0]

I think 42LW6500, 47LW6500 and 55LW6500 also uses the same main board as the *LW5700, so it could possibly from the same batch of poorly assembled mainboards being assembled on the TV around that time. Unfortnately, it will set you back about ~$400 to get LG to replace the board.

 

[cmtan0]

No part is available now.

Its not true that parts are not available. TV in the past are built using rudimentary components which are still available today. In your case, being half screen vertically, it has to do with the vertical deflection unit nor providing enough drive. Send it to the TV repair shop and it can be restored easily.

 

[SpeedWeed]

my 42i LG 42LN5710 cannot be turned on.

the light at the bottom is blinking red

what might the problem be?

LG is charging $139 for a service call exclude parts

anyone got any advice?

i got it in 2013 june

less than 3 years

 

[SpeedWeed]

seems like last 5 pages all LG tv problem

 

[Henry Ng]

my 42i LG 42LN5710 cannot be turned on.

the light at the bottom is blinking red

what might the problem be?

LG is charging $139 for a service call exclude parts

anyone got any advice?

i got it in 2013 june

less than 3 years

It is 3 years warranty so can claim the warranty.

 

[wolf24wolf]

yes i used to be a LG TV supporter.. even tell my friends that it could be one that is worth buying compare to others. need to take back my words now. very frustrating to see one to break down so soon.

 

[Henry Ng]

yes i used to be a LG TV supporter.. even tell my friends that it could be one that is worth buying compare to others. need to take back my words now. very frustrating to see one to break down so soon.

My friend's Samsung Tv faulty within 1st year. My Sony Tv was the best, i claim my first warrenty within 2 weeks after i got it. Keep cool as nowadays it is common for all brand and it will be bonus if a Tv can last till 5 yrs. That's the reason why i always suggest my friends and relatives to get extended warranty till 5 yrs.

 

[jskc3617]

seems like last 5 pages all LG tv problem

Yet someone keep recommend LG. Dun not why???

 

[Henry Ng]

Yet someone keep recommend LG. Dun not why???

My Sony Tv spoil within 2 weeks of purchase. Tech changed the motherboard and powerboard during first appointment.

 

[jskc3617]

It just bad luck for u.

 

[Henry Ng]

It just bad luck for u.

Repaired more than 7 times and finally no choice replaced the whole Tv
Their tech told me to get Samsung or LG la so I just get LG to try it out..

 

[wolf24wolf]

Sony tech ask you to get samsung or LG??!!

Repaired more than 7 times and finally no choice replaced the whole Tv
Their tech told me to get Samsung or LG la so I just get LG to try it out..

 

[Henry Ng]

Sony tech ask you to get samsung or LG??!!

Yes, he said that and he want to be honest about it. I was surprised. I actually like the colour of Sony Tv which is nice.

 

[SpeedWeed]

It is 3 years warranty so can claim the warranty.

finally sorted it out.

Courts CS gave me bad info

told me only 2 years warranty

LG staff told me its 3 year warranty upon calling back to confirm.


Now asking Courts for the receipt as proof of purchase date to claim warranty for my service appointment on friday.

 

[SpeedWeed]

Yet someone keep recommend LG. Dun not why???

yes i used to be a LG TV supporter.. even tell my friends that it could be one that is worth buying compare to others. need to take back my words now. very frustrating to see one to break down so soon.

i mean i am not a tv whiz

I just read thru the last 5 pages

seems a lot of people have issues.

I think i might just buy a Mi Tv when this LG Tv finally dies

 

[Henry Ng]

i mean i am not a tv whiz

I just read thru the last 5 pages

seems a lot of people have issues.

I think i might just buy a Mi Tv when this LG Tv finally dies

In sg, you need to keep a copy of the receipt to claim warrenty. It is hard for Courts to check their records unless you are their member. Do u know that Mi Tv has no warranty and no service centre here? If unluckily the tv is faulty after 1 or 2 mths then what can be done? No warranty.

 

[SpeedWeed]

In sg, you need to keep a copy of the receipt to claim warrenty. It is hard for Courts to check their records unless you are their member. Do u know that Mi Tv has no warranty and no service centre here? If unluckily the tv is faulty after 1 or 2 mths then what can be done? No warranty.

actually for big retailers. they have the receipt in their system.

for small retailers impossible

 

[Henry Ng]

actually for big retailers. they have the receipt in their system.

for small retailers impossible

Yes they have but very hard to pull it out when they are selling so many items. MiTv has no warranty at all.

 

[SpeedWeed]

Yes they have but very hard to pull it out when they are selling so many items. MiTv has no warranty at all.

called their CS. they say got problem taking out the receipt

service call on friday

 

[invertigo]

Hi guys have a Samsung 40 inch LED model UA40ES5500M. Was watching TV halfway and display suddenly went off..sounds still working.. it just went out of warranty a week ago so I called Samsung anyway to get it checked..this uncle came and check check a bit after which said it is a panel problem and it'll be expensive to fix...and offered to buy the TV off me for $10 which I find it really ridiculous. .
Somehow have a feeling that the TV could be fixed but he just wanted to rip me off for $10.. any suggestion guys ?
Much appreciated