Display Problem In Samsung LCD TV Repaired
I have got a call from one of my clients about his home Internet was not working. The router was not getting the DSL light thus I have to contact the internet service provider. Unfortunately at that time the internet service provider could not provide the solution due to some technical problems. Before I left my client offered me a cup of tea and asked if I have any reference of technical guy that could repair LCD TV.
He said the LCD TV had display problem. I have asked his permission to let me try if I can solve the problem. After he had granted the permission, I removed the TV cover and started on the troubleshooting by doing a visual inspection first.
There were no physical damage or burn marks and each of the circuit boards solder joints seem to be intact.
Now I’m stuck because I did not carry required tools for TV Repair. Suddenly I got an idea why not try clean LVDS cable contacts and see how it goes. Hence I have removed the flat cable and what I found was; there was oxidation on golden contacts hence I have cleaned the contacts by rubbing it using a rubber Eraser.
After the cleaning work, I put everything back and turned the TV “ON”. Guess what? The display problem was gone and there was a smile on the customer face.
This article was prepared for you by Yogesh Panchal who works as a Computer Hardware Engineer in Mumbai India.
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Anwar Shiekh
December 5, 2014 at 11:12 pm
I am one who uses silicone oil on connectors to try an avoid oxidation problems.
Amir Mukhtar
December 9, 2014 at 12:59 pm
Mr. Sheikh
Share in Details Which type and Procedure about Silicone Oil use on Connectors.
However, you do great.
Amir Mukhtar Ashrafi
Heidy Van Hek
December 18, 2014 at 12:51 am
Wow! That is great you be surprised sometimes how a little problem could solve a big one. But... the initiative is never give up and always "think" of different solutions this is my personal view of anything in life. When in doubt go on the internet and someone might have the same problem and you can find the answer. It is always worth a try. Thank you so much for sharing this with everybody I am myself repairing a Samsung HD T220 monitor with LCD display problems. However, I feel like I am the only female that is interested in electronics repair.
Thank you again for sharing and keep up the good work never give up.
Heidy from Intrique Computer and Cellular Systems in California
Silvio Regis Silva
December 5, 2014 at 11:27 pm
I bet the customer found expensive repair.
Mayor
December 8, 2014 at 3:45 pm
That is great.
Humberto
December 5, 2014 at 11:57 pm
Problem solved. Good job Yogesh Panchal.
Erik
December 6, 2014 at 12:00 am
Hello,
Simple repear, but how is it possible to get
oxidation on golden contacts ???
Gold does not oxidate!
bye
erik
from the Netherlands
JG Ayala
December 6, 2014 at 9:02 am
Probably is Gold Plated.. if it is you will see some corrosion in time.
Raheel
December 6, 2014 at 2:07 pm
hi,
all friends.erik replies (gold does not oxidate)good answar good question erik.i like your reply.
Andre Gopee
December 6, 2014 at 12:18 am
Nice job Yogesh, keep up the good work
Vasile Petrica
December 6, 2014 at 1:47 am
Good job!Good to remembering!
Sameer
December 6, 2014 at 4:24 am
Excellent work Yogesh.Just shows you just have to " scratch the surface of the problem before delving too deep and expect something major".I'm really enjoying your articles.
Mark
December 6, 2014 at 4:27 am
Hey Yogesh,
Thanks for sharing your repair.
I hadn't thought of using an eraser to clean contacts.
I'll keep that in mind for future repairs.
Lynn H. Blakely
December 6, 2014 at 6:10 am
Nice pictures, and good solution. I have used the pink erasers, and grey
ink erasers to clean foil to prepare for soldering. This repair is a good example to show that all repairs do not require replacing bad components. I haven't use silicone oil to prevent oxidation, but have used WD-40. On automotive batteries I use lithium grease. I have used DeOxit on contacts of switches, and connectors. Cleaning contacts is important, but stopping the oxidation, or effects of the environment is equally needed.
Robert
December 6, 2014 at 8:54 am
Good job, Yogesh. Thanks for the article.
Gary Gemmell
December 6, 2014 at 8:58 am
Clever fix with no tools
I like
Well done Yogesh
Having minimal resources and manageing a fix soon shows who the real engineers are...
I hope you didnt charge the customer!!!
lol
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JG Ayala
December 6, 2014 at 9:07 am
Never stop to amaze me that the best repair are the best and simple ones. A thorough visual inspection of components and plugs can solve many headaches. I specialized fixing Old/Vintage Radios and High Ends HI-FI. The first thing I do is VISUAL... Mr Yong keep telling that through out his books and comments. This was an excellent article!!!
Thanks,
JG Ayala
Sasanka Sekhar Nayak
December 6, 2014 at 9:15 am
Good Job Yogesh and nice solution.
w f torres
December 6, 2014 at 10:38 am
awesome
biruk aweke
December 6, 2014 at 12:22 pm
very nice thanks for sharing.
Sarath Malliyawadu
December 6, 2014 at 12:58 pm
Thanks for shearing it with us
Jayakumar
December 6, 2014 at 2:08 pm
Nice Job
marco tapia
December 6, 2014 at 4:33 pm
Well done yogesh it's finally good to see some lcd article's, thank you. 🙂
Mike Zook
December 6, 2014 at 10:48 pm
Good job Yogesh. It is always a good idea to clean contacts on all conections as part of a complete repair. I've used an eraser for over 40 years to do the same. One thing to remember is that erasers have an acid that is in them that can corode the contacts over time. So it is also a good idea to follow the eraser cleaning with a cleaning using a damp cloth or paper towel with 70% or greater clear alcohol. That will remove the acid from the eraser and restore the contact point. Also pure gold does not oxidize but anodized gold will because of the other additives it contains. The best way to prevent oxidation after a cleaning is to apply a very thin coat of Blue Cramolin to the contacts. It seems to out last all of the others.
REZA
December 8, 2014 at 3:06 pm
hi Yogesh Panchal
thank u for this good experiment
Carlos Edgar Penecios
December 8, 2014 at 8:13 pm
Thank you for sharing this nice article..I'm also using eraser in cleaning contacts..Nice job..
Amir Mukhtar
December 9, 2014 at 12:56 pm
Nice
Amir Mukhtar
December 9, 2014 at 12:56 pm
Thank you Mr. Yogesh Panchal for Sharing nice article with solution.
you did great and reasonable work to user.
Good Job
Amir Mukhtar Ashrafi
Karachi. PK
henry nyeche
December 9, 2014 at 5:13 pm
Brother i tell you is good to share ideas, you have done real well by sharing with us keep it up
Nimal
December 25, 2014 at 2:35 pm
I too use the eraser trick on ram cards when I repair computers. Thanks for sharing your experiences.
Taring K Arioka
December 29, 2014 at 5:17 pm
Clever idea and thank you for sharing.