I have a problem that is identical to others posted in this forum (i.e. boxermom333). I'm hoping that Larry Dillon can continue his fine work and help out one more troubled consumer.
I have a Mitsubishi CRT Rear Projection TV, Model WS-65869, Serial # 110469, manufactured in December, 2001. Up until now, it has worked faithfully. Last night we experienced multiple rapid power failures during a thunderstorm. Despite being connected to a Surge Protector - UPS, when the power came back up, I was left with the dreaded blinking timer light of death. Unplugging the set overnight was no help. When resetting using the device reset, the timer light goes out while the button is held, but returns immediately after releasing. When unplugging the set from power, the light will continue to blink for approximately 3 seconds before going out.
Following the previous threads in this forum leads me to replacing the capacitors in the DM module. I'm not an expert, but I have a friend who builds circuit boards and such for a living. If you could send me your repair instructions to [email protected], I will be very appreciative. I've been looking for an excuse to upgrade to a flat screen; however, I hadn't planned to do this quite yet.
And the picture on the CRT is so darn nice.
Thanks, Steve
It's healed!
Three days with the power off and the TV is working again. No clue. Perhaps the power failure overcharged the capacitors that just needed some discharge time? Anyway, I'm back watching the RedWings work to win the Stanley Cup!
Let's hope it stays working.
Go Wings
Steve
The TV set is NOT healed Steve, No the capacitors did not need to discharge, I am sorry to burst your bubble but your on the road to burning out your DM board for good. You can pay 10 bucks now and go ahead and replace the seven capacitors or wait for a month or so till the set dies again, then shell out 800 to a grand. TVs do not heal or fix themselves as of yet. Yes technology is good but not that good!
Larry,
I know you are right, I'm just happy to have the set back working again...even if temporarily. If you would send me your repair instructions ([email protected]) I will take the necessary steps now to replace the capacitors. I have electronics technicians working for me who are capable of this kind of repair.
Thanks
Steve