I have a 42'' plasma is it worth fixing it

is there any sound? Did you order the exact main board part # as your original board?

I have a television that did this. The picture went out but it continued to have sound. It was the projector bulb. I ordered from a dealer on ebay, very resonably priced. It came with instructions on how to install it and was a very easy fix.

you cant the backlights are an integral part of the LCD panel. The backlight inverters Boards) can be replaced but the actual backlights are inside the LCD panel assembly.

Tv turn on now,have a flashes a picture only a few sec.than dies and have sound left only?Yes,than those 2 long boards to the left and to the right call the LCD inverter boards are dead.These 2 long LCD inverter boards,job are to help the LCD screen panel to have a backlight to produce a pictrue.Tries websites like Shopjimmy.com.Ebay.com to buy those refurbishes 2 long LCD inverter boards for the replacement.

Sounds like the backlight inverter board is going out, or possible backlight ccfl going bad. The inverter board can be replaced but the actual ccfl's may not be able to, depends on the repair shop's in your area.

Replacing LCD inverter board is very easy.Does not involved in any soldering.It a long board in shape.Just take ur tv aparts,use a Philip screw driver take out 6 Philip screws each board and connections.Do the reverse to install the LCD inverter boards.Tries Websites like Shopjimmy.com,Ebay.com to buy refurbish LCD inverter boards.

Ur backlight inverter video board is dying.
Need a new one.

There is no backlight on plasma TVs. If you have a black screen than most likely one of your sustain boards are gone. Board can be purchased on line at about $100. If your TV has no signs of life it's most likely the power board. Any way it would not be that expensive to fix if you are able to take the TV apart and swap the boards. But I need to say that I recommend to do it ONLY if you are qualified enough. Otherwise ask your local TV repair company to service your TV.

check the backlight inverter and the Y-sus board the one to your left. if those are fine check the bottom right buffer board

For the 42" plasma, you need to change your sustainer boards or your main board to fix the problem. If your TV is still under warranty, call 877-MY-VIZIO and they will have a technician go to your home and fix the problem for free.

For the L42 HDTV, you need to change the inverter boards or the main board. If your TV is still under warranty, call 877-MY-VIZIO and they will have a technician go to your home and fix the problem for free.