What to Consider When Looking to Replace Your TV's Power Supply Board
LED Televisions don't last forever, but instead of replacing your TV when it starts to act a little strange, you can figure out if the issue is as simple as replacing your TV's power supply board. The power supply board is the part of an LED TV that supplies power to the screen and sound system of the device. They convert electric currents to the appropriate voltage and distributes the voltage to the parts of the TV that need the electric current. Issues with the power supply will compromise the picture or sound from the start, eventually wearing until there may be no picture at all.
Where Is The Power Supply Board?
- The first thing you should do is make sure the issues with the power aren't coming from the outset itself. Try unplugging your television and checking the power source with a different device to see if the problem lies in the outlet.
- Once you've determined that the TV needs to be fixed, go ahead and carefully open up the back of the device using a screwdriver.
- The power supply board is located within the back of the television, plugged into the LED screen and sound system of the device via many small wires.
What Are The Warning Signs Of A Bad Power Supply Board?
- A bad power supply board will begin to show signs from the start. If your TV power supply board needs to be replaced you can easily tell if you notice:
- A warped board
- Discoloring in the picture
- The sound seems weird compared to usual
- Your TV turns on but there is no picture or sound
- Your TV won't turn on at all
How Do I Replace The Power Supply On My RCA Television?
- Replacement power supply boards are fairly cheap—at least cheaper than an entirely new TV—and boards can be easily found for any make or model of TV, whether it be Philips or RCA.
- To replace the board, simply unplug it from the cables that connect it to the screen and sound system and put the new board in its place. It is important to make sure you connect the cables exactly as they were in the old one, even if you may need to solder it in.
- If you've never done work like this before on electronics, it might be a good idea to seek professional help, but once you've done the troubleshooting on the device you can go ahead and buy a new board for your RCA TV—just make sure it's for the specific make and model.