Insignia Element 55" LED TV No Backlight LB55135 NS-55DF710NA19

[@severnsmith5286]

I just used this video as guidance to successfully replace the LED backlights on my insignia. It took about two hours but totally worth it by saving several hundred dollars on a new TV. Thanks for the video.

[@MrNdog1000]

A good solution I found for all the adhesive is to use a hair dryer on about 2”-6” at a time to warm it up, then it’s easier to remove. Hope this helps someone.

[@SadieAtCollege]

Insignia e215878, I have a similar issue. Black screen and when a light is to it I can faintly see a message. Looks like an easy fix but knowing me I'd break the screen. Good thing it's black friday this weekend! Thank you for the video!

[@jimcramton]

CAUTION: my tv had a line of foam adhesive around the perimeter of the screen. I had to use a little force to remove it. It worked fine for 3/4 of the rhw removal but on the last side i cracked the screen. A heat gun may have worked. I dont know but it did not just lift off as shown in the video.

[@willieoutlaw4957]

Exactly

[@vn.ninefive]

Perfect instructional video for my exact model TV! I will be attempting this repair very soon instead of spending the $300+ for a new TV. Everything nowadays needs to be replaced every 2-3 years. It’s a shame they don’t build modern electronics to last like how they used to back in the day. Just curious about one thing, why is it that ALL of the backlight LED strips die at the same time? I would think just one or two of the strips would need to be replaced, but all of them at the same time? Is it something in the wiring, or is that just how TV backlight LEDs are?

[@harveyettinger5426]

LCD is glued in and is almost impossible to remove without breaking. Take TV apart before you order the replacement parts. I learned the hard way

[@iAMJayGray10]

Same thing happened to me. Followed all the steps perfectly until I got to the point where I needed to lift the LCD out. It’s glue all around the edges and impossible to get out without cracking.

[@willieoutlaw4957]

Yup, just found out the hard way, cracked my screen 30 minutes ago

[@toddmassar4926]

Just cracked my goddammed screen because of the glue.

[@CALIKINGZ]

I used a debit card to remove glue parts...was able to fix my tv 👍

[@osinblake]

DO NOT USE THIS VIDEO FOR Insignia 55" NS-55DR620NA18. Was directed here from the search bar but Cracked the screen trying to pry off glass like he does in this video.

[@jimcramton]

Exactly what happened to me.

[@TheRealJacobP]

Same here

[@mateorobledo7222]

I’ll probably have to do this because this tv is a what $300-400 tv and it only costs like 55 to buy new backlights and it’s a great tv. My problem is when I turn it on it blinks in full light the “Insignia fire tv edition” and then goes to black I know it’s a backlight problem because if I do the flashlight test I can navigate thru the menus even launch all apps with sound.

[@StockDoc2k]

I think they purposely program their backlights to get overloaded after 1.5 years. Just after warranty. Look at the reviews on all their TV's. And if you buy the Insurance or extended Warranty. They give y9ou the run around until it makes it not worth the time. This BEATS they system. LOVE it.

[@laraeaton1824]

How would one do the flashlight test?

[@briancurran4692]

@Lara Eaton turn tv on. Then take A flashlight and put it real close to the tv then you should see the image behind it. If your backlight is shot

[@benuovir]

@@laraeaton1824 turn the tv on and point the flashlight at the screen and if the screen still works you will see the normal menu very faintly

[@deecurrie]

Awesome video, right to it instead of talking 20 minutes promoting and bragging before touching 1 screw. Thanks for video very helpful

[@nikantupadhyay8782]

this is exactly what I need to do with my TV. Thanks for posting this.

[@shopjimmy]

No problem!

[@jackrodell7954]

was excited to find a video relpacing the backlight for my exact tv however.... What this video doesn't show you is how Everything is either taped down or glued down. You CANNOT simply lift off the glass panel. Its glued down. You have to get a tool to go underneath and detach the glass from the rest of the tv. This is where I broke my glass panel in multiple places. If you're steady hand and you take your sweet ass time, then maybe you can get through this part. But that wasn't the only part that had extra glue/tape on it..

[@beanwl]

i just broke my TV because of this...CAUTION!! there is glue under the screen and the white sheet.

[@melissabowannie5248]

Just happened to me just now!! Ugh! Why is that not mentioned in the video??

[@beanwl]

@@melissabowannie5248 bring back the down vote KZbin!!

[@pamela8687]

Exactly awesome point I dare not do this to my broken screen

[@NoLongo]

I removed the LCD and filter frame together due to the panel being stuck to a gasket on the frame itself. The added benefit of reinforcing the edges of the LCD. The address boards were a pain, a million screws inside but those are secured with strong tape?

[@kutthroat2336]

I went through this whole thing, tested the LEDs, found the problem and fixed it. Then when reassembling I broke the screen lol

[@codycigar4558]

lmfao

[@jblabs8651]

Man that sucks img I would've be mad

[@benuovir]

How much is the screen

[@cmob06uelz]

Just did the same thing smh idk how but yeah smh

[@pamela8687]

I’m afraid to do this I think only experts can. Sorry about your loss tv

[@coltonj96]

This doesn't go into enough detail on each step, there's more to it then taking it apart. Ended up cracking my screen because of lack of details

[@MrNdog1000]

Me too. There’s so much adhesive too

[@TEAMDragonAZ]

Replaced backlights today but still no picture. Is it possible to put the diffuser in upside down? Not sure what to try next.

[@Real.Flowers.]

I followed each step and it worked, thank you!

[@BecauseIWas]

Fun fact: this almost worked on my tv until I found out that there is glue in so many more places and resulted in the screen breaking when trying to take it out

[@melissabowannie5248]

I had the same exact problem. Now I have a broken screen and burned out backlights 😫😤😡

[@RobbieWilkes]

Same thing happened to me JUST NOW. Wish I had read the comments first. I was trying to fix the backlights on my sis'-in-law tv , after watching this video and having her order the parts from ShopJimmy. Following along, I attempted to "REMOVE THE PANEL" all easy-peasy like they show in the freakin' video, only to have it crack when there ended up being UNMENTIONED adhesive under the edges. WHAT A BUNCH OF BS! While I appreciated the videos, I don't think that EXTREMELY important part should have been left out. Now I feel obligated to try and find and buy a replacement for something with which I was trying to just help a family member.

[@skylarodom1065]

Can you see cracks in the panel when it’s off or does the tv have to be on for you to see them

[@Funnyoner]

I did it! It works!! Youre the best!!

[@juliojimenez4416]

excellent video! I will do that repair to my tv, but I have read that after changing the LED strips, the voltage should be lowered? what is the correct way to do that?

[@StockDoc2k]

Great Question: 3 people have said they don't expect their Replacement job to last. Voltage was one of the reasons...

[@CALIKINGZ]

Thanks bro i was able to save my tv...great video helped me all the way thru

[@GearshiftsandGrins]

Glue on the screen is no joke, tried to get under all the edges very carefully to remove glue and....boom cracked screen. Did not take much pressure. Bummer.

[@benuovir]

Should use a blow dryer to loosen adhesive

[@charfoxy1]

Wow you made that look WAY to easy. I think my “ back light” is gone. Is that just these strips? Where do I get them? Can we be besties for a bit lol I have only had my tv apex 5 or so years. U paid $800 I think at the time. I can’t afford a new tv :( I need to try to fix this one if I can. Your video is pretty straight forward. Now I just need this strips and to know these are the “back lights” right ?

[@lizk8324]

I accidentally undid the tape connecting the screen to the address board instead of removing the address board…is there a way to fix that?

[@scottworley1479]

What if you don't have suction cups?

[@pextor]

I don't expect this "repair" to last, but I took the two halves of all the unlit LED strips and swapped them and they all started working. I don't understand it at all.

[@melissabowannie5248]

How did you get the screen off without breaking it? Mine was glued and taped on.

[@cbreezy1322]

Do i have to have something on one of these boards unplugged before I flip the TV and try to remove the bezel and check the LEDs? Only thing I currently have unplugged are the 2 ribbons from the t con board to the bottom and 2 small plugs to the front sensor and side panel buttons. I unplugged the speakers. Couldn't remove. Seem to be sitting on a plastic peg or stand and I didn't want to break it so I'll see if removing the bezel they'll come off attached to that. I have a 65 inch insignia fundamental tv. My devices are smart enough. 😁

[@breadtoasted2269]

I have an insignia led tv that will power on normally but after a minute or two the picture will go black, sound/audio will continue to play normally. It’s an older model 50” maybe I need to replace the main board? Need help

[@adolfojaramillo7449]

Buenas noches... Las mismas tira leds de la 55 le queda ala de 50 ??

[@joeyr.4807]

Needs more detail. There was a bunch of little things that he left out that ended in the lcd getting a crack because there was some plastic under the screen holding it that wasnt shown in this video...

[@MrNdog1000]

Anyone have a part number for the glass screen that inevitably breaks when removed?

[@clintontyler7911]

How can you expect someone to see what you doing and the part you is hard to undo the ribbon

[@Profile-hs3nd]

You.make it look so easy

[@JupiterThunder4]

By not showing everything that was done to remove that back cover. I have every screw out and the bottom still won't come free

[@melissabowannie5248]

And he doesn't tell you that the screen is glued and or taped to the white thing beneath it, so as you try to remove the screen it just doesn't come up. And if you just tug at it just a little too much, whelp now you have a broken screen on top of the backlights 😫

[@josbar2835]

When I turn on my Insignia Fire TV, the screen will flash for a moment and then goes black.. The sound plays fine. Does it seem like my TV needs the type of repair in your video?

[@_upncoming1]

Hey, when will the Led strips restock online?

[@CHEEBnRUN]

My screen was glued down with a gasket and i cracked it on a super sticky section :/

[@roselerma1556]

I need Time to do this, but it looks like my problem

[@zeadmihyar7663]

Great video ❤

[@limpfinger12]

I can't even get the damn back cover off. All the screws are out but it feels like there's tabs on the bottom but I don't want to break it

[@20DOk]

Do I need to remove the boards to get access to the led ?

[@kevint6656]

Thanks for helping a young man with virtually no experience fix his TV. My model is newer, and I had to do a minor improvision, but it worked out. One important note, do not leave the suction cups on the screen after taking it off. I did have some rings on the screen becauae of this when first turning it on. They did go away after about an hour; however, I may have just gotten lucky with it going away. They were very noticeable at first.

[@RobbieWilkes]

PLEASE READ BEFORE ATTEMPTING: I wish I had read the comments first. I was trying to fix the backlights on my sis-in-law's tv , after watching this video and having her order the parts from ShopJimmy. Following along, I attempted to "REMOVE THE PANEL" all easy-peasy like they show in the freakin' video, only to have it crack when there ended up being UNMENTIONED adhesive under the edges. WHAT A BUNCH OF BS! While I appreciate the videos, I don't think that EXTREMELY important part should have been left out. Now I feel obligated to try and find and buy a replacement for something with which I was trying to just help a family member. In case you have more sense than I did, and came her to read the comments FIRST, additional steps and warnings to assist as you go, and, HOPEFULLY, prevent you from running into the same stumbling blocks that I did: 1) There are additional screws on the bottom of the back cover that you must remove before taking it off 2) You must remove the slots that hold the feet before removing the Address Boards. Should probably just take them off first thing, as they're not even shown in the video. 3) The Address Boards are held on by VERY sticky tape and glue. The glue is on the outer corners, behind the boards, and the black tape along the top edge. It takes some work to get them off without damaging the boards. They don't just pop off like it shows in the video (1:17). Another MAJOR oversight. Also, recommend using an anti-static wrist band as you're messing with those. 4) As mentioned above, the LCD panel has glue along the edges, especially at the top. As I began SLOWLY lifting it, using the suction cups purchased from ShopJimmy, without any warning, it pulled inward, and cracked the screen. The video does not show that at all, instead the tech just lifts the panel straight up and off (2:30). Whatever you do, DON'T DO THAT. Of course, there may be more, but I'm at a stop, until I can even figure out how much a replacement screen is going to cost.

[@limpfinger12]

I can't even get the back panel off. Were there tabs along the bottom bezel?

[@BDChupacabra]

That back plate is supposed to drill in with the bottom bezel screws

[@BDChupacabra]

Nevermind it just has some tabs that run down to it lol I was getting mad at the tv 😂 whoever put mine together used an impact gun these things are on there good !!

[@cornelbey4395]

I did the same exact steps you did but now that everything is back together my screen is blue but no picture. ... please help ???

[@Killa_Kamz]

Is this a common problem with Element tv's??

[@GemCityRCOutlaws]

i wouldve like to have seen how you store the screen whilest removed. ill just assume it was lain flat on a table or something XD awesome video btw!

[@adameberly7949]

did you have to remove the speakers?

[@Vash16xli]

Where would I buy those stand-ups from? I need to replace 3 of them because they weren't like the ones in this video and were very hard to get out.

[@willieoutlaw4957]

Word to the wise, there is adhesive strips on the left and right side of the panels. You will need to use a hair dryer to heat up the adhesive to free the screen from the frame. If you do not do this you will BREAK the screen when you try and lift with the suction cups. Ask me how i know, i just cracked my F#£$ing screen. Video doesn't show this challenge but its very likely with many modern TVs. You been warned

[@kendellmabry6666]

Too late for me…

[@clumsycowboyofficial1773]

Find a more detailed video. Following this will cause you to destroy your tv. He skips crucial steps in the video.

[@kaulinwells9010]

The led lights I got from the link are to big for the damn tv 😢 now I have tv parts all over my room and a lot of shame

[@Blackifunny]

Yep I’m buying a new tv

[@indiehandstudios5711]

other than you putting the frame over finger print i liked the videoXD

[@StockDoc2k]

OVER/UNDER on Screw Count: 1000

[@sershetech5584]

Watching master 💯👍

[@melissabowannie5248]

And just like most of the people that left comments, i too, broke the screen trying to remove it. I even bought and used the suction cups from Jimmy. 😡😫😤

[@alvintechnology49]

Watching po👋

[@charfoxy1]

Ok I read the comments … thank god cause I would have for sure broke it worst. Now I’m not sure I should even try this ;( but I surely can’t afford to replace my tv every few years. wTF

[@beanwl]

i just broke my TV because of this...CAUTION!! there is glue under the screen and the white sheet. PLEASE DO NOT FOLLOW EVERYTHING YOU SEE IN THIS VIDEO....GO VERY SLOW...if something doesn't feel right call a professional This video is just trying to see you their products. Also, Damn KZbin for removing the down vote button...

[@melissabowannie5248]

Just happened to me. I guess I'll just throw the TV out now 😡

[@Kari1525]

Can't see what you're doing.

[@shiekahfan01]

less than 2 year old insignia tv with no backlight, wtf are they doing to tv's nowadays to make them crap out like this

[@korancoleman4496]

Yup cracked the screen lol

[@Biggz_1]

I missed a step and broke my tv😢

[@SolutionByBrain1]

I asked many time How can I measure tcom of Aftron smart tv 55

[@matthewgarmon3158]

Broke the screen. Tnx tho

[@nandkishorbehare4437]

Good job sir

[@donutglazer6464]

a lot of work just to replace the backlight

[@ZiaKingPins]

Don’t skimp on the suction cups 🤦‍♂️

[@kendellmabry6666]

I wish when you said remove the panel you would have said it was taped down. When I used the suction cups to lift it both sides cracked from the top to the bottom in both sides. ARGH….😫

[@Beansandricelordfarquad]

⚠WARNING⚠ DO NOT USE THE VIDEO AS A GUIDE! If you follow these instructions, YOU WILL BREAK YOUR LCD SCREEN!!! They do not mention there is adhesive under the screen and WILL CRACK if you attempt to remove it. LEARN FROM MY MISTAKES and use a blow dryer or heat gun to loosen adhesive. Even then I'm not even sure if this repair can be done. BUT SCREW THESE GUYS FOR SKIPPING STEPS. KZbin wont show it but DOWNVOTE from me 👎

[@charfoxy1]

Wow you made that look WAY to easy. I think my “ back light” is gone. Is that just these strips? Where do I get them? Can we be besties for a bit lol I have only had my tv apex 5 or so years. U paid $800 I think at the time. I can’t afford a new tv :( I need to try to fix this one if I can. Your video is pretty straight forward. Now I just need this strips and to know these are the “back lights” right ?