Another IR Sensor problem (I think)

Like the other gentleman, my TV last night started to only respond sporaticly to both the TV's own remote and the Sat remote. It hasn't quit all together but it is definitely on it's last gasp. Is this a user replacable item or is it time to shell out some cash for a repairman?

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If you get to the point where you can not use the remote anymore you will need the help of a repairmen to replace the remote receiver but before He does he needs to check if the receiver is receiving the necessary voltage to operate.

Posted on Oct 02, 2006

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