When I turn on the unit the screen comes on then fades and diappears. This is a brand new unit installed by best buy.

if LCD fades then CCD problem

it is best to shut the color level to the lowest setting then try t balance the screens to achieve the best black and white picture. then turn up your color level. Your brightness level should also be set to 50 % then when you adjust for the best B&W picture. You will have better color and brightness when you reset your color and brightness levels.

I am further looking into ur problem..

Goodluck..

Sounds like the power supply has filtering issues, in other words bad capacitors. its best to have a tv shop take a look at it. they shouldn't charge you. good luck

I'm affraid that this is not a software issue but a hardware one.

If you're not a tech expert all you can do is check the plugs and cables for damage but I seriously doubt that it would help.

The best thing you can do is either go to a service center (and pay for repairs) or buy a new monitor (and pay for a new monitor)

Sorry and best of luck

It sounds like you need a new LCD screen. That should fix the problem. They are very easy to install, just make sure you get a SHARP brand, and also be sure to get it for the right model. Currently three different types of LCD screens, one for PSP 1000 (original fat) models, one for PSP Slim (2000) series, and Slim 3000 series. They run about $50-$75 but should fix your problem. Hey it's cheaper than buying a new PSP right?

http://www.shopzilla.com/psp-accessories/sharp-psp-lcd-screen/9611/products

Good luck!

Aaron

I had the same problem with mine - it is 5 years old and very well used. I was told I could send it for repair, but opted to purchase a new unit. You can find service centers on line. The cost did not seem to justify being without GPS and then still having a well used system. This was the best solution for me.

Most likely your battery is dying.

You can replace by removing 6 screws at back of calculator, but cost of battery is around 40% of buying new TI-30XA from Amazon, Staples or elsewhere.

I've used TI-30XA's for years, batteries usually last 2-3 years, then I buy new calculator. The one time I tried to replace battery, fading display still problem, so circuit board had gone bad.

So you could try battery replace and may be OK, but also may be waste of time and $$

those lights are riddim lights nothing to stress about just a feature with the phone the lcd should be replaced.

If he bought it from best buy, ask for a two year reeplacment plan. after that, you tell them what happend to your psp. by the way, the replacment plan is only $29.99. They will either try to fix it, or they will give you a new psp, the same exact type as you said psp slim, for free. But heres a catch. after you use the replacment plan once, you may not be able to use it again. good luck. P.S. what happend to your nephew, is what happend to me.

Software corrupt. Try finding out how to install it again or update firmware. If you cant, get another brand. THey like cheap, stop trying to ressurect the dead