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TV repair guides
Practical TV repair guides for common TV, Smart TV and DStv problems. Each one explains the likely causes in plain English and the safe checks you can do from the outside of the TV.
For brand-specific settings, your TV’s user manual is usually available on the manufacturer’s support site, for example Samsung South Africa support and LG South Africa support.
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Mounting your TV on the wall: what to check first
Planning to wall mount your TV? Check the bracket, the wall, the height and the cables first. A simple checklist to help the job…
TV has picture but no sound? Safe checks to try
Picture working but no sound? Most causes are settings, a soundbar or headphones, or the connected device. Work through these safe checks before booking…
DStv E48-32 “No signal”: what it means and what to do
Seeing E48-32 on your DStv decoder? Here’s what DStv says the error means, the safe checks you can do from the ground, and when…
Lines on your TV screen: what they mean and what to check
Horizontal or vertical lines on your TV? Find out how to tell a cable or source problem from a screen fault, which safe checks…
Why does my TV have sound but no picture?
Hearing sound but seeing a black screen? Here are the most common causes, the safe checks you can try first, and when to call…
What to check when your TV won’t turn on
TV completely dead, or stuck on standby? Start with these safe checks, find out what a blinking standby light can mean, and know when…
Why does my Smart TV keep disconnecting from Wi-Fi?
Smart TV keeps dropping its Wi-Fi connection? Here’s how to tell whether the problem is your TV, your router or your internet, and what…
Should you repair or replace your TV?
Not sure whether a TV repair is worth it? Here’s how to weigh up the fault, the age of your TV and the cost,…
Never open a TV yourself. Parts inside a TV can hold a dangerous electrical charge even after it has been unplugged. Only try the safe checks from the outside described in these guides.
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