Convergence problem I have an intermittent vertical convergence problem. I have to shut off the TV and turn it back on to get a normal picture again. Need to fix this problem. The TV is a Mitsubishi WS-65809 65in.

the tv is rrar projection i am sorry but these are mento be serviced every 3 years or so but can go faster it is the convergance settings they are adjusted by knobs inside the tv you will need any good tv reapair service it will cost 120 pounds max and it will come with a garuntee but it is worth it as the tv will be like new again this is the problem with rear projection sorry to be the bearer of bad news but i fix these tvs every day...please be sure to make payment and let me know how you get on but please pay no more than 120 pounds

I have seen a lot of sets where the problem only happens when the set is first turned on---99% of the time one of the two STK-392-110 CONVERGENCE chips this set uses is Flakey--intermittant---The only way to know is replace both of the convergence IC's and see what you have---a bad IC can cause the set to shut down---and sooner or later the set will just shut down and not come on at all.

Let me know if you need more information about this type of repair as I have done hundreds of sets with this type of problem----every one I have ever seen where the convergence was intermittent----replacing the two IC's cured the problem.

REGARDS, SD TECH

The most likely cause is shorted convergence chips and possibly a few pico fuses.

These sets need to have all three colors - RED - BLUE - GREEN - lined up correctly on the screen in order for the picture to look normal. This is called convergence.

When its out of alignment the video will look 3-D, wavy, distorted, etc. Most of the time you just need to adjust your convergence in the menu. If you cannot adjust it in the menu - then your convergence is broken and needs to be repaired. Convergence problems are very common on all Projection TV sets including Sony,Samsung,JVC,Philip Magnavox,Panasonic,Akai,Pioneer Hitachi,Mitsubishi,Zenith and others.
You can get a convergenece repair kit with instructions from the links below.

Here are some of the most common problems with these sets...

Problem #1) Convergence

Yours may have one or more of the following symptoms...

*Screen Looks 3-D
*Colors wont align
*Screen may look distorted or warped
*No Audio/Video - TV Shuts down - May also make a constant chirping sound

Problem #2
Another common problem is dull or washed out video.

Your set may have one or more of the following symptoms....

*Dull looking picture
*White looking picture
*Halos around objects
*Red/Orange looking picture

You can see some more examples and find a fix here http://www.fixya.com/support/r2861467-solution_video_looking_whiteish_dull

They may have gotten some cheap convergence ICs, thats a real possibility. I would recommend switching the two origional STK392-110 with some STK392-150 they will run alot cooler and last alot longer. Just use a good coating of heat sink compound on the back of the ICs. I will post a link where you can get top quality Convergence ICs and they provide free instalation instructions with pictures so you can do the job yourself in under an hour and save quite a bit of money. Heres the link.
http://servicemanuals.vstore.ca/

resolder the vertical output IC . bad solder there can make the CRTs blank for protection and you will lose the picture when the vertical drops out.

These sets need to have all three colors - RED - BLUE - GREEN - lined up correctly on the screen in order for the picture to look normal. This is called convergence.

When its out of alignment the video will look 3-D, wavy, distorted, etc. Most of the time you just need to adjust your convergence in the menu. If you cannot adjust it in the menu - then your convergence is broken and needs to be repaired. Convergence problems are very common on all Projection TV sets including Sony, Samsung,JVC,Philip Magnavox,Panasonic,Akai,Pioneer, Hitachi,Mitsubishi,Zenith and others.
You can get more information and a DIY convergenece repair kit with instructions from the link below.

Here are some of the most common problems with these sets...

Problem #1) Convergence

Yours may have one or more of the following symptoms...

*Screen Looks 3-D
*Colors wont align
*Screen may look distorted or warped
*No Audio/Video - TV Shuts down - May also make a constant chirping sound

Problem #2 - Another common problem is dull or washed out video.

Your set may have one or more of the following symptoms....

*Dull looking picture
*White looking picture
*Halos around objects
*Red/Orange looking picture

You can see some more examples and find a fix using this link on Fixya http://www.fixya.com/support/r2861467-solution_video_looking_whiteish_dull

Rolling picture could be a pip module problem as both horizontal and vertical sync goes through the PIP module. These sets have been known to have bad caps in the pip board causeing loss of vertical sync.If you need any more info let me know.

Solder, solder, solder! Shut down circuits protect crts to avoid permanent damage. If any of the deflection circuits are defective, or intermittent, shut down occurs. I have not only seen bad solder on deflection circuits, especially vertical, but also intermittent connections on the yokes themselves. I've also seen shorted convergence ics cause shut down. Don't forget solder connections in the power supply.

Open the TV amd turn it on in a position you can see the picture, possibly through a mirror. Now gently tap all of the metal heat sinks on the circuit board until you find the one that is sensitive it will have a small chip mounted vertically on it, with probably like 7-10 pins. The number on the chip will most likely be an "LA****" number. Now turn the circuit board (UNPLUG FIRST) over and resolder the pins. This is your problem 99% of the time. Be very careful there is High Voltage inside this TV.

sounds like an intermittant connection on the convergence IC'S or the vertical sweep curcuit. I would advise that you seek to have this fixed as soon as possible as tapping on the side can and will cause other problems in the set.. I would also advise that if your not an experienced tech take the set in to a repair shop. Good Luck