Re: no tv channel

Why would one ask for an estimate based on the age of the set? Why not get
an estimate regardless?

Since the IF module is integrated into the tuner, there is not much reason a
person with reasonable electronics knowledge and decent soldering skills
could not attempt this repair. If the set gets no signal when switched to
the tuner, and the audio/video switches over ok, it is unlikely that the
problem is in the video select circuit. If the supply voltages are at the
tuner, it would be reasonable to replace it.

Sure, as I stated in another post, having the right equipment and knowledge
would allow a more certain diagnosis, but many techs would not even bother
to inject IF and would just change the tuner.

A DIYer could take a $32 gamble, replace the tuner,and if it does not fix it
not have lost as much as an estimate charge. He could then maybe even trade
the tuner for a real estimate. I'd likely take that deal.

Leonard

"JANA" <jana@xxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
news:3d2pb5F6ph469U6@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
> This can be in the video select circuit area, or in the tuner module, or
the
> IF module. This is not something a home do-it-yourselfer can service. You
> will have to take the set to a service centre, and have it properly
> troubleshooted, and serviced. Considering the age of the set, ask for an
> estimate.
>
> --
>
> JANA
> _____
>
> "zackde" <zzackde@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
> news:85c74$426c086e$455da0d2$31144@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
> > guys,
> >
> > i need help on my tv, its a sony 20 in. flat model SONY KV-20FV12 ,
> > problem is, it has no tv channel, anywhere i put the channel it
> > leaves a blank screen saying N0 TV SIGNAL even if i hook up antenna
> > or cable ,but AV input is working fine, i can use it on my dvd or
> > vcr, but on regular tv it says no signal
> >
> > i havent repaired a tv yet, but kowledgeable in electronics, is it
> > worth it?
> >
> > thanks
> >
>
>
>


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