Stripes on the TV screen: causes and elimination of breakdowns

The appearance of stripes on the TV screen is one of the most common defects, while stripes can have very different directions (horizontal and vertical), as well as differ in color (most often black and white, blue, red, gray, almost transparent or multi-colored) ... In any case, their appearance directly indicates a hardware malfunction of the TV receiver, this may be the result of mechanical shock, short circuit or system failure.

In our review, we will dwell in more detail on finding out the reasons for such breakdowns and give recommendations on what to do to the owner of the equipment if he is faced with such an unpleasant situation.

Horizontal and vertical stripes may appear on the TV receiver screen, sometimes various defects may indicate one breakdown - therefore, it is very important to understand as much as possible which bands may occur and which breakdown indicate.

There is no such technique that would be insured against the failure of any system modules. Even TVs from world renowned manufacturers like LG, Samsung and Sony break down from time to time. The probable cause of a breakdown can be determined by the nature of the stripes.

A vertically positioned black bar often indicates the presence of interruptions in the functioning of the matrix. The reason for such an unpleasant phenomenon is most often a sudden power surge. However, there is no need to rush to the service center and even more so to disassemble the TV yourself. It is likely that after a couple of days the malfunction will disappear by itself - you need to disconnect the device from the power supply, and after a while reconnect it.

The appearance of one or several dark or light lines appear - the reason for the failure of the matrix. In this case, it is not worth tightening with the repair, since after a short period of time the number of strips will only increase, and their width will increase. If the matrix is ​​not completely broken, then a large-scale repair will still be required - the damage is usually eliminated by a complete replacement of the block.

If distortions appear on the device transmitting the image and horizontal colored LED strips appear, then this indicates the incorrect operation of the matrix contact loop.

A thin, snow-white horizontal stripe that runs at the top of the screen, in the middle or bottom, usually occurs due to problems with vertical scanning. The cause of such a malfunction is usually a short circuit associated with sudden voltage fluctuations. Due to too high a voltage, the contacts begin to melt, and the microcircuit becomes covered with cracks.

The most difficult malfunction is represented by black stripes, regardless of whether they are located horizontally or vertically. Elimination of such a strip requires significant financial investments. Most often, such a defect indicates a malfunction of the decoder, therefore the masters are forced to change the entire matrix.If this is not done, then gradually the number of black bars will grow, and in addition, they will become wider, making it impossible to comfortably watch TV programs and movies.

Stripes from top to bottom in combination with spots of various sizes often occur due to moisture getting inside the TV - in this case, the plasma matrix is ​​destroyed.

Colored lines of a similar direction appear due to corrosion processes that have begun in the matrix.

In fairness, we note that the appearance of stripes does not always indicate a serious malfunction and does not mean that the TV should be carried to a professional craftsman as soon as possible. Sometimes they arise due to the user's negligence, this may be due to the ingress of dust into the device or incorrectly set image settings. Both problems can be solved independently.

To do this, go through the menu to the TV settings. Then select the "Support" option. In it, click on the "Self-diagnosis" block. Then it remains only to start testing the image.

If the reason why stripes appeared on the TV screen is of software origin, then you should reflash the system, for this a number of sequential manipulations are performed:

• connect the TV receiver via cable or Wi-Fi to the Internet;
• in the opened settings, find the "Support" block;
• select "Software Update".

After that, the system will automatically start checking for correct updates. It is imperative to wait until it finishes downloading, as a rule, the time directly depends on the speed of the Internet connection.

The presence of any stripes on the screen interferes with the comfortable viewing of films and programs. Corrective actions directly depend on the origin of the problem. So, if the stripes appeared after the TV fell, or as a result of an impact, then in this case, damage to the LCD crystals and their joints, as well as the transparent inner glass, usually occurs. In this case replacing the internal elements of the matrix will not work - the panel must be replaced completely.

There are other reasons as well.

As we mentioned earlier, vertical stripes on TV screens often appear due to poor contact quality. Basically, this happens if the TV is initially assembled incorrectly. Besides, it is possible that the owner of the equipment did not follow the rules for operating the equipment - even an incorrectly performed panel cleaning often leads to defects.

It is very easy to clarify whether it was contact problems that were the catalyst for the appearance of lines. A simple visual inspection is usually sufficient. Any irregularities in the connection points are visible to the naked eye: oxidized contacts look green.

If the wires are oxidized, then you can clean them with a knife, blade, or any other sharpened tool at hand.

Another common reason for the appearance of stripes on the TV display is the breakdown of the matrix cable. Such a defect is very easy to identify, for this you need to slightly move the train or slightly press on it. If at the moment of contact the defects disappear, therefore, the cause of the malfunction has been diagnosed correctly.

For to correct the situation, you should take a magnifying glass, and then use it to find the area of ​​damage to the loop wiring. Keep in mind that it will not be easy to do this - such a repair is a very painstaking and almost jewelry work. The restoration of the coating takes place by heating the contacts to a certain temperature or using a conductive varnish. It is best to entrust this work to professionals, because even the slightest overheating often leads to an aggravation of the problem.

The matrix cable (from the point of view of the TV design) is a hardware connection block. In order to remove it, you need to untwist the television panel and take out some of the parts. Almost all manufacturers install standard fasteners, for this reason, the bolts must be unscrewed strictly against the natural direction of movement of the clockwise. In some models, the connecting cable and associated wiring are fixed directly to the cover, in this situation, during the parsing of the TV, remove the parts very smoothly so that nothing in them is damaged.

Suddenly appearing lines also indicate this problem. Such a nuisance, as a rule, appears due to a short circuit or mechanical damage. It so happens that after a couple of days, the stripes pass by themselves, but if 5-7 days have passed, and the defects remain, then this indicates a serious problem with the technique. It is very difficult to replace the matrix on your own, therefore, such repair work should be carried out exclusively in service workshops. However, the cost of such services usually reaches 70-80% of the price of a new TV. That is why, to begin with, be sure to find out how much the restoration will cost you, and only after that make a decision whether to agree to repair or refuse it. It is possible that service will be simply unprofitable for you.

If you notice thin lines of dark color on the screen of a television device, it means that the matrix decoder is out of order. Their width will only increase over time, so there is no need to delay the repair - it is better to immediately contact the masters, and the sooner the better.

In some cases, all conductors are compact and lightweight, so it is likely that during work you will damage one of the existing conductors by careless handling. To work, you will need not only professional skills, but also the appropriate tools: magnifying magnifiers, an IR soldering station and some others.

Stripes and other defects on the screen surface can be the result of both minor and serious breakdowns, so users often face the question of whether it is worth doing repairs on their own. Yes, when it comes to stripping, for example, a cable from the current. But you do not need to replace any important system modules at home - the risk that you will permanently disable the equipment is very high.

As you know, any problem is easier to prevent than to fix it. In the case of the appearance of stripes on the TV, this rule works 100%, therefore, in the conclusion of our review, we will give several recommendations that will help prevent such unpleasant defects from appearing on the display of your TV.

Never wash the Plasma or LCD Display with liquid products or spray it with water. This is the main reason for short circuits. To care for your equipment, you need to take specialized sprays, which are offered in any store that sells electronics.

If moisture gets into the TV, then first of all it is necessary to disconnect it from the mains to prevent a short circuit. Vthese damaged elements must be allowed to dry thoroughly, usually it takes about three to four days, depending on the amount of liquid that has entered.

Do not move the TV often - this causes various damage to the cable or connectors, which, of course, will affect the quality of the image displayed on the screen. In addition, it is necessary that the unit is firmly fixed.

No dust or dirt should accumulate on the TV receiver. This causes overheating of the loop and, as a result, deformation of the contacts. In order to get rid of such deposits, it is advisable to use a special technical vacuum cleaner.

For information on what to do when streaking occurs on your TV screen, see the following video.