I was watching tv and it just shut off and will not turn back on. I tried the tv on several other outlets and it still does not work. The tv was plugged into a surge protector with several other electronics and the other electronics work, so I don't think it was damaged by a power surge. My tv is less than six months old and I am really irritated that it won't work.
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It should change by Time Zones and then Auto Update (Mode 321). It looks like your model was updated to the 321.. Perhaps you need a Firmware update, but my feeling is that it is a 21 year old television and it can't cope after Y2K and Time Server issues?
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VIZIO. USER MANUAL. Model: E320-B0 ... And congratulations on your new VIZIO HDTV. ... it is left unattended or unused for long periods of time, unplug.
The board that controls the screen ranges from 36 to 90 bucks or so. You can replace it yourself using only a screw driver to take the back off and the four screws holding the board to the chassis. TV Parts Universal TV Stands DLP Chips ShopJimmy Go to this web site and look for the T-Con board for your model of TV.
If the remote wasn't working you should be able to turn it on with the on button, is there any indicator lamps that light or flash or is it like its unplugged?
Check the remote control for its infra-red emission. Check it with fresh batteries. If it is found OK, check and replace the infrared sensor inside the TV. If you wish to get some details; check the site linked here. It has details about how to check a remote control; by one among the post. Surf the site with patience. Pull up older posts. http://electronicshelponline.blogspot.com/
It would appear your signal board was damaged so it will require replacement. . If you purchased s extended warranty on the set it may be covered under the accident provision. If not you can go to Vizios site with the model no and locate the replacement board . If your capable you can order it and change it your self or contact a local servicer to assist or replace the set which may be more economical
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