Sharp LC-45GX6U - What to do?

Greetings Colleagues:

I have thoroughly enjoyed my Sharp LC-45GX6U for over nine years now, however, I am experiencing a problem, and would like your advice.

When I use the remote to turn on the TV, after about a 30 second pause, the Box shuts off, and the grey/white screen appears. If I repeat the process, maybe five times, the green light on the display comes on, followed by a click and picture. A picture, I might add every bit as good as the day of delivery. For the moment, I leave the box' on, and turn off the feed (Comcast cable box).

Reading through the forums, I am not alone. Others, more technically oriented than I, have replaced a power board' with great success. Unfortunately, I do not know what a power board' looks like, much less how to replace one. Still, I hate to part with an old friend, if a reasonable (<$300) repair can be made.

Is there somewhere I can take/ship the Box for diagnosis and repair? I live in Fort Lauderdale, FL, an easy drive to Miami, or West Palm Beach.

Perhaps, nine years is the lifetime of the unit, and I should purchase a new HDTV?

Any advise would be appreciated.

All good things,

George

Thanks, Ken.

Appreciate the reply.

Thought I would put the ‘old’ set in the bedroom, and buy a new one.

Again, thanks for the input.

All good things,

George