20 Most Recent LG 42LC2D 42 in. LCD HDTV - Page 3 Questions & Answers

Probably power module bad.

Do a reset to this TV, and then check. There are two methods to reset TVs. The first is simple to do; a Hard Reset. The other is somewhat skilled; is a Factory Reset (System Reset). To make it a hard reset, just unplug the TV from AC mains wall socket, and re-plug it back after 15 minutes or so. If you do this by overnight is better. This procedure will make it a hard reset. If you want to make it a system reset [Factory Reset]; you have to enter its service mode option, and select the factory reset option. If you wish to get some details; check the site linked here. Pull up older posts. http://electronicshelponline.blogspot.com/ Service mode entry, adjust and exit procedure to many popular brand TVs are given. Never forget to exit the service mode, after all adjustments have been done.

If you wish to get some details; visit the site linked here. Pull up older posts. http://electronicshelponline.blogspot.com/ faults & possible causes to LCD & Plasma screen are given with illustrations. You can get an idea about the fault to an extent. Faults to all LCD & Plasma screen are similar, irrespective of its brand and screen size.

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hi this could be panel fault, which would cost to much to repair, thanks shaun

From which mean you want to record on external HDD or on USB. Please give full detail.

If you have sound then you have to go through the flashlight test which is the first step in the blank screen fault with sound. If video is fine then you have to test the LED Backlight supply voltages if you are familiar and good in the electronic repair. First you have to check if bulging capacitors in the LED Backlight drive voltage circuit, replace them which most probably the reason when you turn it OFF & ON after keeping the TV ON for 30 minute. In case if capacitors are good then you have check the backlight LEDs which most probably not required in your case as you can see the logo by switching OFF & ON after 30 minutes operative. Attached videos and links may help you for the repair and replacement of backlight LED strips or LEDs itself depending on the type of LED strips used in your model. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z1DEkSguWtg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YgaL6X6eSaU https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EZVQKEp6jxk https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T2FboV-1PJg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2pyuXwNkBMA

Hello, if the model number is correct it's not a projection tv, but an LCD tv. If that's correct, it sounds like a bad main board issue part # is AGF31218501...thanks

Try just using the optical cable alone. connecting the HDMI and the optical cables at the same time might be confusing the TV.

You can use stantard audio cables or a optical audio cable either way you must have a reciever

Go to LG.com. Select "support" on the menu, then enter your TV model number. You can then download the owner's manual that will tell you how to program the remote. Remember, this only works if you have the original remote.

Fault at its main digital board. Short circuited component/s at it. Contact any service technician; or the authorized service center. If you wish to get some details; check the site linked here. Surf the site with patience. Pull up older posts. http://electronicshelponline.blogspot.com/ In most cases, the main board might have to be replaced. If so, a software [firmware] update too might be necessary. Before going further; try a hard reset first. If it does not help you, replace the main digital board. There are two methods to reset TVs. The first is simple to do; a Hard Reset. The other is somewhat skilled; is a Factory Reset (System Reset). To make it a hard reset, just unplug the TV from AC mains wall socket, and re-plug it back after 15 minutes or so. If you do this by overnight is better. This procedure will make it a hard reset. If you want to make it a system reset [Factory Reset]; you have to enter its service mode option, and select the factory reset option. If you wish to get some details; visit the site linked here.