Hitachi 46'' rear projection model # 46F500

try 1234 or 0000 or call http://www.shopjimmy.com/ and talk to one of the techs on site

You need to disable SAP function is located on the remote of your set.

This is symptom of convergence output chips failure in rear projection tv, replacement of convergence output chips will fix the problem.
Chips/ IC replacement requires soldering work in circuit board, if you are not familiar with electronics stuff fixing an soldering work, call local tv repairman to help you.
Thanks.

If picture is 3d looking it is convergence problem.

See attached photos.

I can tell you what is needed and how to do the repair.

SD TECH

on/off sensor/switch went out

This is a common problem. Its called a convergence failure.

Problem #1) Convergence

Symptoms:

• Screen Looks 3D
• Colors wont align
• Video may look distorted

Problem #2 CRT Fluid has clouded over. Symtoms

• Dull looking video
• White looking video
• Halos around objects
• Red/Orange looking video

You can see some examples and find a fix here...

http://www.fixya.com/support/r2861467-solution_video_looking_whiteish_dull

You can find a new Hitachi replacement protective screen and screen assembly for a model # 46F500 from a major Hitachi distributor at the following links:

Hitachi 46F500 Replacement Part Screen Assembly

Hitachi 46F500 Replacement Part Protective Screen / Ultra Shield

It is my understanding that the 46F500 HD Ready only goes to 1080i and for Blu Ray you need 1080p. There are no ports for this format.

replace convergence amp ic
http://home.earthlink.net/~oleg.filippov/ConvergenceFix.htm
http://cmpalmer.blogspot.com/2006/11/fixing-my-own-tv-part-ii.html

Can anyone give me the resistor values for location RK 42, RK 46 and RK 62? Hitachi 46F500 TV. Or can I be pointed to the location of a service manual?
Tony