You dont want to get rid of that tv. Its the HolyGrail of rp-crts imo. You can not replace that tv. I would fix it for sure. I would call sony and get authorized sony repair place in your area to do the work. While your at it clean the dust off the guns.. I doubt it would need calibration after the new screen.
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Sony KP65XBR10W - Screen Replace?
Hello - If I am posting incorrectly, please let me know.
I have a Sony KP65XBR10W (65" Rear Proj). The reflective screen has an aberration (rainbow/diffusion/etc) and I wish to replace it. I have the service manual for the TV. Sony will sell me a replacement screen for $324 + $50 shipping.
I have some tools, I can be careful but the service manual only has parts explosions, not procedures.
1 - Should I attempt replacement on my own/with a buddy? It intuitively seems simple, crack the case, yank the old screen, put the new screen in place, close the case.
2 - I don't think I'll be touching the guns so would cailbration be necessary after the screen replacement? (The service manual has calibration instructions but just "How to" not "Why")
3 - Historically, the screen did receive some sunlight. The maid may have applied some cleaner although I instructed her not to. Any idea if either/both of these would cause this problem?
A service company wants another $350 to do it for me. However, then I'm in for almost $1,000. If I spend that much, I might just get a new TV.
Your input is greatly appreciated an anticipated.
Fran
I have a Sony KP65XBR10W (65" Rear Proj). The reflective screen has an aberration (rainbow/diffusion/etc) and I wish to replace it. I have the service manual for the TV. Sony will sell me a replacement screen for $324 + $50 shipping.
I have some tools, I can be careful but the service manual only has parts explosions, not procedures.
1 - Should I attempt replacement on my own/with a buddy? It intuitively seems simple, crack the case, yank the old screen, put the new screen in place, close the case.
2 - I don't think I'll be touching the guns so would cailbration be necessary after the screen replacement? (The service manual has calibration instructions but just "How to" not "Why")
3 - Historically, the screen did receive some sunlight. The maid may have applied some cleaner although I instructed her not to. Any idea if either/both of these would cause this problem?
A service company wants another $350 to do it for me. However, then I'm in for almost $1,000. If I spend that much, I might just get a new TV.
Your input is greatly appreciated an anticipated.
Fran
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Really? Can you tell me why it's the holy grail of RP TVs? It's great with 1080i, good on 480p and fairly weak on regular. Also, my primary query was, "Could I do the replace of the screen or not?" If no calibration needed it seems plausible.
Why? For one it was made in japan. Replace it with a 65 mitsubishi and you have have made in mexico. Their are no more 65sonys for sale. Replace it with one of them fancy plasmas or microdisplays and i guarantee you will miss your tv.
If you decide to replace the screen, gl.
If you decide to replace the screen, gl.
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