Top 20 Polaroid TLA-04011C 40 in. LCD TV - Page 8 Questions & Answers

This sounds like a diffuser problem. Basically the LCD Panel is defective.

32" LCD TV use about 8 horizontally mounted flourescent bulbs. They use a plastic material that diffuses (spreads) the light from each bulb evenly on the screen. If this Diffusion Material becomes wrinkled it will leave a grey cloudy look on the screen.

It is possible that the LCD Panel Glass is defective buy honestly I would guess the diffuser.

This isn't cheaply repairable and it is better to replace the TV unless you are experinced with Electronics repair. There may be a possibility to pull this material out and replace it with something readily available from Home Depot but I have not tried this before. It is possible to pull this from another LCD TV.

Tv is most likely not getting signal from the laptop, right click on your desktop and select properties from the display properties select settings, on the settings page look if you see 2 monitors there, right click on the number 2 and select attach.

on a vista computer its right click on desktop, personalize, then display settings, and on the display settings page same as above.

if that doesn't give picture then look at the laptop keyboard, press FN button and look at the F1-f12 keys, one of them should enable the external display.



Does your monitor work at all even if you unplug the computer cable from it? try unplugging the whole tv for a while and try again.

The most likely the TV has a power supply related problem. The most common thing to go out is the circuit board that supply power to the screen. Commonly called a Backlight Inverter Board.
I can't say it's 100% the problem because I can't actually look at the tv over the internet.
If by chance the TV is still under warranty, go that route.
If not under warranty and If you have some electronic experience, you can purchase a Service Manual over the internet and diagnose the source of the problem and fix it by soldering in the new part. The Service Manual will give you circuit diagrams, test points, and part# lists. Usually, cost under $20.

I hope I shed some light on the subject for you.

You will need to contact the manufacturer. In some cases there are TECH codes that can access areas you can not. Hope this helps.

Its looks that inverter board cable was bad.

http://www.polaroidsupport.com/polaroid/docs/TLA-04011C_TLXB-4011_TLXB-4241_ServiceManual_20070613.pdf

Here is the service manual with schmatics!

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The red line driver at that point isn't working or there is a bad connection to the panel for that line. (I assume the intensity and hue of the cyan line varies witht the picture). What type of screen is it? Plasma or LCD? The following is for LCDs and may not apply to plasma panels. (I haven't had to fix those yet.)

Once in a while you can solve the problem on an LCD by gently massaging the connector to the display panel edge at the bad spot, although there is a risk of causing other lines to drop out. I once fixed an LCD that had a hair caught between the elastomeric connector and the display glass, but if that were the culprit in your case, you'd probably be missing more than one line. It could also be a problem with the driver chip for that line.

Be very careful about tearing into the LCD. The connections are very delicate, the fluorescent backlight tubes are glass and have mercury inside, and the potential for electrostatic discharge damage is always a concern. It's easy to cause more problems than you fix when you get into the connections, although those can usually be reversed with patience and steady hands. The worst case is a misalignment that would mess up your color registration (color drive going to the wrong line). Most panels have a sticker inside warning against removing the driver electronics. It's there for a good reason.

If I've scared you off, or if the connector massage doesn't work, there are companies like Moniserv that specialize in repairing LCDs. They have the equipment and dust-free facilities needed to repair bad panel drivers.

If the stain is irregular and static that is a faulty LCD display. The repair is expensive. Contact Polaroid at the number listed on owners manual as the TV has one year factory warranty cover.

I like you last comment. LOL
All brand of TV are having somewhat the same problems.
I believe a law needs to pass to have the TVs last longer than 5 years. I see TVs all the time only lasting 16 months.

This web site has 2 complete power supplies in stock right now. Here's the link:
http://www.shopjimmy.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=TLA-04011C+power

Have u tried checking the safety fuse which is located behind the tv where the power plug goes in? Theres some more detailed instructions in the tvs service manual here http://www.polaroidsupport.com/polaroid/docs/TLA-04011C_TLXB-4011_TLXB-4241_ServiceManual_20070613.pdf on page 16

Polaroid TLA-04011C

You can get a service manual from;
http://www.polaroidsupport.com/polaroid/docs/TLA-04011C_TLXB-4011_TLXB-4241_ServiceManual_20070613.pdf

This will give more diagnostic flowcharts etc. Could be useful in the future also.

LCD TV INVERTER MAY NEED REPLACING?

replace the tv, you will find the main circuit board is defective, the repair cost will be more than a new set, so take this opportunity to update to a LED tv.

Polaroid TLA-04011C
You can get the user's guide from;
http://www.polaroid.com/service/userguides/ce/lcd_tvs/tla04011_ug_en.pdf

You can get the quick start brochure from;
http://www.polaroid.com/service/userguides/ce/lcd_tvs/26-47_tlxb_qs_en.pdf

You can get a service manual from;
http://www.polaroidsupport.com/polaroid/docs/TLA-04011C_TLXB-4011_TLXB-4241_ServiceManual_20070613.pdf

The information is oriented to service but you can get infomation on operation
starting on page 10.

One place you can get the remote from;
http://www.remotes.com/

Polaroid TLA-04011C

You can get a service manual from;
http://www.polaroidsupport.com/polaroid/docs/TLA-04011C_TLXB-4011_TLXB-4241_ServiceManual_20070613.pdf

This will give you diagnostic flowcharts etc. This could be useful in the future.

There should be a selection for setup or channels. It should give you the option for cable or antenna. Next, what type of antenna? Indoor or out door?

Mike

The 23" CRT set may have a high voltage breakdown in the flyback transformer or focus divider. Take the back off and operate the set in a dark room. Look for anything that has a blue glow around it or sparks flying when the pop occurs. I won't guarantee this will find your problem, but it is definitive if you see these!

I once had a set with these symptoms. I stopped the blue glow and arcing by covering the focus divider with epoxy. It worked for a couple of months before the divider literally broke apart.

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If your Polaroid Roku TV is working fine but the red light is continuously flashing, it could indicate an issue that may need attention. Here are some steps you can try to troubleshoot the problem:

1. Power Cycle:
   • Turn off the TV and unplug it from the power source.
   • Wait for at least 5 minutes.
   • Plug the TV back in and turn it on.
2. Check Remote Control:
   • Ensure that there are no stuck buttons on the remote control. Press each button to make sure they are not stuck in the pressed position.
3. Update Firmware:
   • Check if there is a firmware update available for your TV. You can usually find this information in the TV's settings menu.
4. Reset to Factory Settings:
   • Perform a factory reset on your TV. This will erase your settings, so be sure to back up any important information first.
5. Check for Physical Obstructions:
   • Make sure there are no physical obstructions around the TV, particularly around the infrared sensor on the TV and the remote control.
6. Contact Customer Support:
   • If the issue persists and your TV is still under warranty, consider contacting Polaroid customer support for assistance. They may be able to provide additional troubleshooting steps or offer a solution.
7. Professional Repair:
   • If the TV is no longer under warranty and the issue persists, it might be advisable to consult a professional technician or a TV repair service to diagnose and fix the problem.

Always refer to your TV's user manual for specific instructions related to your model. If none of the above steps resolve the issue, it's recommended to seek assistance from the manufacturer or a qualified technician for further diagnosis and repair.