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[@NicksTVRepair]

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[@SamuelLaurenceJoel]

You are a PRO. Thanks for sharing your electronic knowledge.

[@NicksTVRepair]

I do get paid to do this so indeed a pro haha

[@AussieR1]

My CX 65 inch OLED did the same this morning. No power. Reddit and KZbin seem to be full of CX failures at the 3 year mark. Let's hope LG does something about it.

[@NicksTVRepair]

I don't know if they will but I wish that companies were held at higher standards for how long their products work. I feel like 5 year manufacturer warranty should be the bare minimum. Yeah it will increase the cost of the TVs upfront, but in the long term it actually will cost less since you won't need to replace your TV as often.

[@kjjr9550]

Same issue. I had where it would spaz and turn off when it overheated. I added fans like some videos had suggested to cool it down and that worked for a few weeks until today when it just wont even turn on anymore.

[@EmpireZzzz]

Same! Mine stopped working

[@EmpireZzzz]

@@kjjr9550same 😢

[@Cylume.]

I believe this model of TV was recalled in other countries for overheating. Just not yet recalled in the USA. My 55' CX had the same problem and it was a defective dried up and crusty thermal pad, between the CPU and vapor chamber, that was the point of failure. 'Causing an overheating shutdown.

[@john_Jean-Marc_JMP5184]

Would it be useful, when buying a new TV set, to add proper extra thermal pads on specific components such as processors and microcontrollers, graphics chipsets (GPUs), power supply modules (MOSFETs, voltage regulators, etc.), memory (RAM), for example, if there weren't any, just to preserve in the longer term? What's your opinion?

[@NicksTVRepair]

Yes this seems to be the case with every single one of these mainboards we have worked on so far. The thermal pad is very dried up and crusty.

[@NicksTVRepair]

Yes and no. I think it depends on the manufacturing company. For example that thermal pad we add on the back of the mainboard, is something that Sony always does on their high-end XR series TV sets. Because of that it is very rare to see a processor fail in a Sony TV. However, we do see issues with the eMMC chips they use which are made by Samsung a lot of the time (maybe sabotage lol). So for Sony TVs, it's already done and also because we rarely see processor failures even if it wasn't done I would say there is no need. Maybe because most of their sets have 2 processors instead of 1 processor handling everything. For LG sets we do often see processors fail and they never have that thermal pad below to help dissipate heat. So for an LG set I would advise adding a thermal pad below the mainboard yes for sure worth it. If they have 2 processors one being a GPU then both should get that extra thermal pad yes. The UF series was one that very much needed that. Vizio has been adding those thermal pads for their TV sets, but they still also have lots of processor failures. I don't know why that is although I do have a hunch that is based purely in speculation so I won't share it. For those, realistically having a fan in there would be the best way to upgrade it although that is more advanced for sure. I do know that the next iteration that LG made for the next years TV sets LG added a copper plate between the CPU and the heatsink to try and have better heat transfer between the die of the CPU and the heatsink.

[@Sarat_1]

On the vapor chamber. How did you remove the blue plastic parts supported by a spring? First time messing around with a tv but I have tinkered with pcs in the past. I have just never seen those blue plastic pieces so I can lift the chamber and apply a fresh set of thermal paste.

[@Sarat_1]

I was able to take apart the motherboard and squeeze the blue plastic tips behind it to pull from the other side. I applied the new paste, but now facing an issue where the tv won’t turn on 😱 I made sure all the slots were properly clicked in before closing everything back up… any ideas? I know the thermal paste before was littered everywhere and I was scrubbing aggressively… do you think I might have scratched something off that was not supposed to be scratched off?

[@NicksTVRepair]

Yes unfortunately that is most likely the case. At this point i would recommend you replace the mainboard. We have replacements available still but we are getting pretty low on inventory. We will be out of stock very soon.

[@issaciams]

Ok I'm back, if I get a C1 mainboard replacement, I believe I have to do some modifications in secret service menu. I have the service remote. If I put the C1 board in, turn the tv on, do I then go to this service menu and manually enter in the model number and the serial number and then all should be fine after that?

[@NicksTVRepair]

Yup

[@issaciams]

@NicksTVRepair thank you. I've spent weeks trying to fix this damn tv without replacing the board but it gets a little worse and over time and not it won't play any uhd content whether on KZbin, Netflix or an actual disc. Which defeats the purpose of the tv. Really hope the tv works after replacing the mainboard.

[@NicksTVRepair]

it should

[@easytaxsniper]

I fixed my CX55 by dropping in a C1 mainboard, has been working great ever since. 😃 (this was after reapplying thermal paste to the cpu and it still failing)

[@NicksTVRepair]

Yeah thermal paste alone doesn't always do it but in some cases it can. You just have to make sure you really clean off all of the old crusty thermal paste off so that the new paste can make good contact with the CPU die and heatink. Additionally having that large silicone thermal pad can be a big difference for heat extraction. With all that said usually a reflow is also required in a few cases, and in a lot, a new CPU especially if the heat stress damaged the chip.

[@arjunram8623]

C1 mainboard is working fine till now without issue ? is it compatible with the CX. Bcz same for me after thermal paste application still my tv is freezing after 15 to 30 mins runtime.

[@SabastianMoran]

July 18, 2024 - I suspect that a three year old😲 LG 55" OLED TV is starting have "issues" 😠. Mainly starting to flash a split second pink band across the screen. I was searching for possible causes of this issue when I came across this video. While it doesn't address my particular problem. It is an interesting and informative video over all. It was very helpful seeing an OLED TV opened up and how the TV was fixed. 👍👍🙂

[@NicksTVRepair]

Has that pink band gotten worst over time or stayed about the same? Does the pink band seem to occur more often as the TV warms up and less likely to occur on a cold start?

[@SabastianMoran]

@@NicksTVRepair Thank you very much for such a quick and kind reply. I noticed the issue for the first time last evening after the TV had been on for an hour or more. At first I thought it could have something to do with a severe rainstorm event moving through my area. But I BELIEVE it became more persistent, but I haven't had the time to note the time lapse between the events. I really appreciate your willingness to help, and I'm sorry to say that whatever the problem. I doubt that I will make a decision that will be financially beneficial to your business. I hope others see this exchange between us, and understand that your company is worthy of consideration should they need assistance or repairs. Again, thank you, and as us old trekkies say.. "Live long and prosper! 🖖🙂

[@NicksTVRepair]

Thank you

[@SabastianMoran]

@@NicksTVRepair Hi Sir, you are most welcome. I really appreciate your offer of assistance. After using the TV for a couple of days now. The problem has not resurfaced. To be on the safe side, I did thoroughly clean it and blow out the vents with compressed air. Stay well and profitable👍👍😄

[@NicksTVRepair]

Will try to do so haha thanks

[@rre2452]

I have a skyworth 65xc9300 android TV, it comes on and you can hear sound but no video, one day the TV started working fine and worked for 2 days and started back do ING the same thing, could it be the same problem you just showed in your video?

[@chromasonictv6369]

Nick simply amazing I will send in some on the next repair we get.

[@NeW758]

Wow, I just fixed my LG CX 65 last night after watching this video. Now the TV works. Also, where did you buy the pad or do you have a link so I can buy one? 👏👏🌅

[@NicksTVRepair]

How did you fix the mainboard? Do you have a reflow machine available? The freezing is only a very temporary fix so that you can confirm the fault and is not meant to be a repair. As for the pads you have to buy them usually at a 100 piece minimum order, and we get them from our suppliers overseas. Before I sell you one, it would make more sense to ensure the repair was done properly. Can you give me more information on how you did the repair?

[@NeW758]

@@NicksTVRepair oh, I cleaned the old thermal paste and added a new one. As of now, it's working well. Also, I noticed less heat on the back. The TV problem was it would turn on then after around 30 minutes to an hour it would start to flicker and turn off again and be in a loop. After researching, I believe it was overheating but no burn spots on anyone on the board since it has very low hours (1874) for a 2021 TV. But now it's been running since 7:24 am CST and it's now 927. But going to add that pad next when I ordered it.

[@NicksTVRepair]

Mhmm that is interesting. I am curious if that is going to be enough or if the problem will come back. If you want us to send you the thermal pad, send me an email directly to our support email [e-mail] asking to purchase one of our 15mm thermal pads and we can communicate via email from there. I probably wouldn't charge much, $5 for the pad + what ever shipping will be.

[@paolocuvato954]

you have link for buy this thermal pad? i don’t found thermal pad 15mm

[@MarkWhiting-kv2vp]

I have this same model, LG 55CX and it does power on for about 20 to 30 seconds then it powers off. It also has a white vertical line on the right side of the screen. Would this repair in this video correct my problems? I am ready to send in my board for repair. Please advise, thank you.

[@NicksTVRepair]

Because of the line in the screen I think the answer is no. But i would recommend you freeze the CPU as shown in the video and see if that makes a difference. If it does and you are able to get the video to stay on for a longer period of time then I would say yes we can fix it. Essentially I am looking to see if the processor on your mainboard failed in the same way shown in the video. If yes then we can fix it. If not then it's most likely that your screen is defective and not the mainboard. If you don't have a can of compress air I placed a link in the video description where you can quickly and easily buy it.

[@Intrepidinnovation]

I am sending in my board now. Do you guys provide the heat sink as part of the repair? (EDIT: You say in the video that you do :) ) Looking forward to having my tv working again!

[@NicksTVRepair]

Just to clarify so we are on the same page. Your mainboard comes stock with the black heatsink on the top of the processor. You have to of course send that black heatsink in with your mainboard for repair. The extra part we provide is the thermal pad on the bottom of the board. Now if you are purchasing a replacement board, then of course both will be provided with the board you purchase.

[@john_Jean-Marc_JMP5184]

Thanks again Nick. Very interesting. So if I understand correctly, it may simply be a lack in the design of this model to dissipate the maximum amount of heat from the chip, just by adding a thermal pad, for long-term protection? On the other hand, if there are no more boards in stock, the TV must be a certain age already.

[@john_Jean-Marc_JMP5184]

Oh, only a 2020 model.

[@NicksTVRepair]

This is a 2020 model so it's just about 4 years old now. So I think that yes this issue would not be happening if they had a larger heatsink on the top of the board and a thermal pad on the bottom. Although I could be wrong and it's possible that they are also just having so much going on in terms of processing with the whole AI thing that it could be overstressing the CPU. Please keep in mind that I know nothing. Since we only started fixing these a few months ago, I have no idea how long my repairs will last. I know that we are putting in new CPUs I know that we are putting in high-end MX-4 thermal paste, and adding an extra cooling system via the thermal pad on the bottom. We actually just ordered some much larger thermal pads that are larger than the chip for extra heat extraction than the one used in the video. With that said I really don't know the long-term effect of those adjustments and of course won't know for a few years probably.

[@john_Jean-Marc_JMP5184]

@@NicksTVRepair Thank you for this additional information.

[@NicksTVRepair]

Yeah of course

[@waldekn]

Thank you for the video. I would like to ask if you can write the BGA soldering parameters for this processor. Time and temperature.

[@NicksTVRepair]

Sorry, I don't think that is a good idea. You don't use the same machine I do, and you don't have it in the same environment I do. My temperatures won't be correct for you. If you and I were both using the same machines in similar environments then yes that would make sense. But because I have a high confidence we don't, using our temp profile won't work for you. I highly recommend that you purchase some low-end cheap circuit boards online, maybe 10 of them or so that have BGA chips. They don't have to be the same as these but similar. Then practice removing them and installing them. As you do that tweak your heat settings top and bottom. I recommend you watch this video starting at around 4:27 or so and use that as your base. Then make your own adjustments from there: kzbin.info/www/bejne/goupcoSdgr5gqtEsi=MGOPfJ8yH80SWYuN&t=267

[@ImranMughal-s5f]

343°- 371°C

[@NicksTVRepair]

Holly Molly if I went to those temps the board would be completely destroyed for good. The highest temp we get to is 245c which just goes to show how different setups and equipment matter and require different temperatures to get to the solder melting point. So again, this reinforces that your profile, the heat temp you use on the bottom vs the top, and for how long and how quickly you ramp up to those temps all depend on your setup.

[@neeruzutshi6383]

Lg 4K OLED 55C1XTZ Only 2 and half year old not showing picture when turned on and goes off itself , shows thin red line on screen

[@NicksTVRepair]

That sounds like a panel failure based on the thin red line information. Unfortunately that is not something that is worth fixing.

[@nygel]

Does the OLED55CXAUA main board work for 55CXPUA models? I am not familiar with the differences, interested in purchasing one/sending mine to you for repair

[@NicksTVRepair]

We can fix both the CXAUA and the CXPUA variants. If you have a CXPUA version you can purchase this repair service linked below: nickselectronics.com/products/oled55cxpua?variant=48668672426260 If you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out

[@issaciams]

Man this sucks so anyone know if I can use a cx 48" power supply for a 55" cx? Insurance company sent me the wrong size. I already got refunded for the tv but wanted to see if I can get it working properly. Tried adding a lot of ventilation on mainboard side and that helped make everything work again except for 4K discs. Now I think its a power issue. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks.

[@NicksTVRepair]

I don't think I have ever tried the 48 in the 55 but I believe you can because the 55/65/77 inch sizes are cross compatible.

[@goldeneyetm]

I have the same issue, tv is overheating and turning itself off. However, if i place a fan behind it, where the board is, it doesnt shut uff anymore. Is this a long term solution, or should i send it back to warranty?

[@NicksTVRepair]

If your TV is still under warranty I highly recommend you have the TV serviced asap before it goes out of warranty. If it is already out of warranty which I would assume it is by now, then I wouldn't be able to tell you if this is a proper long-term solution but if you don't mind turning on a fan when you turn on the TV I would say to keep doing that and report back once it fails. I do have replacement mainboards for sale available, but I only have about 30 left before I am completely out of stock. From what I can tell everyone else is out of stock as well, so there may not be parts available in the future.

[@taraspalczynski8342]

Hi @NicksTVRepair, I just called the number on your website to ask questions regarding specifics that weren't mentioned in the video. I was instead responded to rudely with "I don't have time for this" and was told to end the call. Is there a way I can talk to someone about questions I have regarding my specific repair situation? Is there any way to message or call you directly? Thank you!

[@NicksTVRepair]

Hello, I am very sorry this has happened. When you call you should be greeted properly and not rudely. We did have over 150 inquiries that day via email, and the phones were ringing for a few hours straight so we were extremely bussy, but that is no excuse to be treated that way. You can send a message in the KZbin comments, I usually check them personally once a day or two days depending on how bussy we are. (been a bit bussier lately) Again I opologize for the way you were treated, if you could provide me the name of the person you were speaking with I will make sure to speak with them so that this does not happen again

[@taraspalczynski8342]

Hi Nick, I appreciate the response. I do not remember the name of the person on the phone, unfortunately. I have been exchanging Q&A with Richard over email and he has been very helpful. I would appreciate, if you have a moment, could you glance through our email exchange thread? I just want to make sure I have all the information straight before I place my order. Thank you so much for your response!

[@NicksTVRepair]

Hello, I apologize I have been out sick for the last few days. Unfortunately I don't know what email thread is yours I have tried looking but as I don't have your name, or email information I haven't been able to pin point yours. Again we have about 50 new emails daily, so I may have not seen yours or maybe I did and missed it. Of Course DO NOT send me your private information here but if you can send us a follow up email to our [e-mail] email today and include your KZbin Username in the email, that would make it easier for me to identify your email as yours. Thank you

[@romcapprotti1976]

Question I have a 77 inch C2 about eight months ago LG replaced the main assembly board while it was under warranty. Now it’s not under warranty. The TV went off when you push the power button on the remote it just flashes one time but the regular light comes back it won’t go out of standby. I replace the main assembly board that didn’t fix it that I replaced the power board that didn’t fix it after replace the power board unplugged the ribbon cable off of the.T con board the bottom table and you can hear the relay on the power board click off click on click off click on. I’ve been told by people on here that it’s a panel. Do you have any suggestions on how to test to see if the panel is bad thanks

[@NicksTVRepair]

I don't know much about the C2 so I can't really help to much. But if you replaced the mainboard and power supply and it still has the same fault then most likely the panel is bad.

[@romcapprotti1976]

@@NicksTVRepair thank you

[@JRW8580]

You can still get these mainboards. I have the 65cx and i just replaced mine.

[@NicksTVRepair]

All sources were exhausted at the time of the video and to my understanding still are. Unless a new source just became available. Do you have a link to the supplier? Often a few people will have them on eBay but it's only 1 and they are of unknown quality, they could be already defective or near their end of life as most eBay sellers don't really know how to properly test the parts. The only company that has them still for sale is us at this time which won't last for much longer as we are more than halfway through our stock since we were able to get some for sale at the time the video was released.

[@Willyxbox07]

My LG C1 65 made a loud click sound while turning on . Now its completely dead no light no sound ,anything.Is it the same problem ? What do you think ? My TV is only 30 Month old .

[@NicksTVRepair]

That is a bit strange. I can't say I am as familiar with the C1 models even though the boards are similar. If you take a look at the back side of your mainboard, do you see a dark brown spot like we saw on this mainboard we fixed in the video? If yes this would confirm the mainboard is bad. If no, then it wouldn't be conclusive because the mainboard can fail without overheating the processor so it still could be the mainboard or something else. If you want to send in the mainboard we can test it and diagnose it, and if we can fix it we would charge the same price as the OLED55CXAUA since the repair will probably be the exact same.

[@horror.reviews]

I have a question I’m hoping you could help with. My LG G2 65” shut off after 11 months of use and never turned back on. The power light flickers when I hit the power button, but it no longer turns on. I replaced the Main Board and the Power Board and it is still doing the same thing. LG already gave me a refund, but I’d still like to fix this TV if I can. Any recommendations?

[@NicksTVRepair]

In my experience the LG G2 models have mainboard failures. That's the most common part to go out. Where di you get your replacement boards? These boards are not available not even from LG anymore. If you bought used, it's most likely that you purchased defective boards.

[@horror.reviews]

@@NicksTVRepair I bought a TV Repair Kit from TV Parts Today earlier this month. Since the replacement parts didn’t work I don’t know what to do with this TV now. It feels wrong throwing an OLED TV in the garbage lol

[@NicksTVRepair]

Not trying to say they are a bad company I buy lots of parts from them, but I also have received a lot of bad board from them.

[@D-Clips]

I just opened up my CX to check the thermal paste and now I get no power, no red light, nothing. I’ve checked the cables that I disconnected during the process and was quite delicate. I’ve checked the power arriving into the power board and there is correct power. Feeling like there’s something really simple I’m missing. Any ideas?

[@NicksTVRepair]

It's possible your mainboard has completely failed. That does also happen with these. Typically freezing won't help in those cases, just replace the mainboard. We still have a few for sale.

[@D-Clips]

@@NicksTVRepair the only logical explanation I can think of is that the cpu was disturbed while removing the really solid thermal paste. Perhaps if I send mine board in for a cpu replacement like in the video, it will fix the issue?

[@NicksTVRepair]

I don't know for sure, but I also wouldn't know until it was sent in for us to take a look at.

[@shivasisdash7343]

As usual... Awesome 🎉

[@NicksTVRepair]

Thank you so much 😀

[@MarkWhiting-kv2vp]

I have this exact LG Model 55CX and the power does come on for about 20 to 30 seconds then powers off, also there is a white vertical line on the right side of the screen. Would this repair in the video correct this issue? I am ready to send in my board for repair. Please advise, thank you.

[@NicksTVRepair]

Because of the line in the screen I think the answer is no. But i would recommend you freeze the CPU as shown in the video and see if that makes a difference. If it does and you are able to get the video to stay on for a longer period of time then I would say yes we can fix it. Essentially I am looking to see if the processor on your mainboard failed in the same way shown in the video. If yes then we can fix it. If not then it's most likely that your screen is defective and not the mainboard. If you don't have a can of compress air I placed a link in the video description where you can quickly and easily buy it.

[@MarkWhiting-kv2vp]

Thank you for the info. I’ll try the compressor again and see if this helps.

[@MarkWhiting-kv2vp]

I used the compressed air and the tv would stay on a little bit longer, about 45 seconds and then turn off. The white vertical line is still there. Do you think it is the board?

[@NicksTVRepair]

Well I can't be 100% sure but if you want to send in your mainboard, we can live test it in our TV and at least confirm for sure if its working or needs repair. Because freezing the processor allowed the set to stay on longer, I would believe that it does have a defective CPU and that a repair of the mainboard is required. The white vertical line is the part that is throwing me off. I don't know if that is perhaps just a seperate issue.

[@MarkWhiting-kv2vp]

@@NicksTVRepair I am sending my board off today. Thank you for your help. Mark

[@kindervelt2005]

My TV is a model OLED65CXPUA. Do you also offer repair service for the Power Supply Board?

[@NicksTVRepair]

Please provide me with more information on your TV and the specifics that show the power supply is at fault and we would be happy to help you troubleshoot and or have you send in the power supply for repair. If we find it is defective and needs repair I most likely will be doing a video on the repair! The reason I ask "Are you sure your power supply is faulty?" is because we specifically don't service them at this time for 2 reasons. #1 The power supply fails less than 1% of the time in our experience. The fault is most often with the mainboard and thus there is virtually no demand for power supply repairs. #2 If your power supply is at fault, you can purchase a replacement, whereas with the mainboards there are virtually no replacements available unless you are willing to spend $300 on a used board with no warranty and no idea how long it will last.

[@kindervelt2005]

@@NicksTVRepair The only reason I suspected the power supply board is that I cleaned and reapplied heatsink paste to the processor, but the TV still turns off spontaneously.

[@kindervelt2005]

The set is LG OLED65CXPUA, bought in 2021.

[@NicksTVRepair]

Based on the symptoms you are experiencing it sure sounds like a mainboard failure. Applying new thermal paste is often not enough to fix the mainboard, typically some sort of soldering is required whether it is a reflow of the processor, reball, or replacement. If you don't want to send in your mainboard for repair, we do also have some for sale. Although not an infinite amount. If you want to purchase a replacement the ones we have right now come with a copper plate between the CPU and heatsink to further help heat transfer into the heatsink and that large silicone pad on the back of the board as shown in the video also to help cool the board further. Here is a link to the board for sale on our website: nickselectronics.com/products/oled65cxpua?variant=48668677243156

[@kindervelt2005]

@@NicksTVRepair Yesterday, USPS picked up my mainboard. According to the tracking info, it should arrive at your shop on Wednesday, July 24.

[@ImranMughal-s5f]

How much does it cost?

[@NicksTVRepair]

Mainboard Available For Sale (limited quantity): nickselectronics.com/products/ebt66453702 Send in your mainboard for repair: nickselectronics.com/products/ebt66453702?variant=48668600271124

[@rehanmohmmad9125]

Hello sir .Rehan from India 🇮🇳 Sir .how to read sony 55x8500f sequriy file in emmc with ufi box please help...please make a detail video emmc programming with sequriy file iam waiting

[@NicksTVRepair]

Like I said on the other comment with the same questions, I don't know how to do that. We don't usually do that.

[@rehanmohmmad9125]

Ok thanks sir for reply 🙏 👍

[@johnlira3316]

Sony 83a90j with vertical black lines on entire screen what could it be

[@NicksTVRepair]

To me it sounds like you have a bad screen. If this is the case then it's not worth fixing. However I would highly recommend you get a second opinion from a local TV repair shop that can see the issue in person as apposed to my opinion being someone on the internet that hasn't even seen the TV.

[@johnlira3316]

@@NicksTVRepair do you have a Facebook page or email so I can send you a picture

[@NicksTVRepair]

Our contact info is in the video description

[@johnlira3316]

@@NicksTVRepair I sent you a picture via email

[@NicksTVRepair]

When was this? I Just checked our [e-mail] and [e-mail] emails and can't find it. Are either of these the email address you used?

[@wric01]

Planned obsolescence they want you to have more than 2 year life tvs.

[@NicksTVRepair]

I wish this wasn't true but unfortunately, it seems like these days any electronics really is only built to last a few years. It's really too bad. I really wish a company would step up and build a 15-year TV. A TV that is over-engineered, would cost a lot but would last you 15 years and would get updated once a year with new features but the hardware would be the same. You really don't need anything better than 4k. Honestly 8k and better for a TV is just a gimmick, already not everything is even in 4k. It's getting easier and easier to get 4k content but most content people watch is still in 1080P. I would pay 3 times the price for a TV that was built to last and had parts made available to repair it.

[@MrBesmir7]

15year...I will be for 5 years ...technology changes are fast

[@NicksTVRepair]

TV tech hasn't changed much in the last 10 years. I would argue it's gotten worst as the quality of the parts has degraded.

[@mergeform]

@@NicksTVRepair What TV made today would a TV repairmen buy? I have a Pioneer Plasma from 2008, works great and no burn in.