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This short report is simply about avoiding expensive repairs to your large screen TV. Most of the problems we see with them can be prevented by following a few simple steps:
1. Take care with liquids
It seems obvious, but you would be amazed at the number of units we see that are damaged by liquid spills. Also, when you clean the screen don’t let any liquid drip down the screen as it will get into the control panel and cause a problem. Spray cleaners on the cloth only. NOT on the screen.
2. Replace the old cable and splitters
This can give you a problem when you least expect it. Like everything else, cable wiring will wear out and when it does, you can get something called an “intermittent ground fault”. This is essentially a short in you cable input. In a lightning storm, this could spell disaster for you TV. On top of that the old cable will degrade your signal quality and you won’t get the picture quality you pay for.
3. Unplug it during a storm
Whether it’s lightning or not. Because cable is buried in the ground, a distant lightning strike could indeed knock out your set. So when the storm starts, unplug everything: TV’s, DVD players, cable and satellite boxes, EVERYTHING. Including the cable input to the TV or cable box. You can save yourself a lot of headaches later if you do.
4. Don’t watch TV during a thunderstorm
I’m always amazed at how many people do this. Please break yourself of this habit. Catch the show later during reruns. Unplug it.
5 . Unplug everything when you go on vacation
This is also very important if you are gone for the winter and return again in the springtime. It bears repeating and I can’t stress this enough. Just unplug em’!
6. And for all you new FlatScreen TV owners:
Please take note: The screens are very delicate and are easily broken on these units! They are not at all like your old rear projection TV or even the older direct view sets. Please be careful when you move them, and never bang on the unit. When transporting, always tie it down well and move it straight up, not lying face down. This is not the time to test your He-man skills. Get some help when moving it, and take your time. Remember, If you drop it, you lose it.
We hope you enjoyed this short article and hope it will help to keep your visits to the local TV service center at a minimum. Thanks for reading and have a great day!!!
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Tags: Dvd Players, Flatscreen Tv, SpringtimeThis short report is simply about avoiding expensive repairs to your large screen TV. Most of the problems we see with them can be prevented by following a few simple steps:
1. Take care with liquids
It seems obvious, but you would be amazed at the number of units we see that are damaged by liquid spills. Also, when you clean the screen don’t let any liquid drip down the screen as it will get into the control panel and cause a problem. Spray cleaners on the cloth only. NOT on the screen.
2. Replace the old cable and splitters
This can give you a problem when you least expect it. Like everything else, cable wiring will wear out and when it does, you can get something called an “intermittent ground fault”. This is essentially a short in you cable input. In a lightning storm, this could spell disaster for you TV. On top of that the old cable will degrade your signal quality and you won’t get the picture quality you pay for.
3. Unplug it during a storm
Whether it’s lightning or not. Because cable is buried in the ground, a distant lightning strike could indeed knock out your set. So when the storm starts, unplug everything: TV’s, DVD players, cable and satellite boxes, EVERYTHING. Including the cable input to the TV or cable box. You can save yourself a lot of headaches later if you do.
4. Don’t watch TV during a thunderstorm
I’m always amazed at how many people do this. Please break yourself of this habit. Catch the show later during reruns. Unplug it.
5 . Unplug everything when you go on vacation
This is also very important if you are gone for the winter and return again in the springtime. It bears repeating and I can’t stress this enough. Just unplug em’!
6. And for all you new FlatScreen TV owners:
Please take note: The screens are very delicate and are easily broken on these units! They are not at all like your old rear projection TV or even the older direct view sets. Please be careful when you move them, and never bang on the unit. When transporting, always tie it down well and move it straight up, not lying face down. This is not the time to test your He-man skills. Get some help when moving it, and take your time. Remember, If you drop it, you lose it.
We hope you enjoyed this short article and hope it will help to keep your visits to the local TV service center at a minimum. Thanks for reading and have a great day!!!
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