Red dots going across screen when watching TV is this worth fixing and how much would it cost? approx. 5-6 years old.

Yes you can fix it but it will be costly for sure.

U had this tv for 15 years but u watches or used the tv less than 8 hours everydays?Yes,than this tv set have alot of life left in it like another 5-7 years more.Yes,if the repair cost is around $500 or less.Because u will not get that kind of screen "61 size for $500 dollars.

Hi

Can i please know yout TV model number to assist you better.

Thanx

This blue dots problem is due to defective blue lcd and related uv filters/ polarizers in optic block (light engine) and optic block will be replace to fis that issue.
It would be costly fix and an experienced tech is needed to do the job. You can expect $1000 repair cost.
Thanks.

The Optical Block is the most likely cause. It has been known for this problem. The cost of the Optical block in this model series is approx. 600.00 or so.
I am not sure if Sony will deal with a Consumer on a one on one basis for this part because of the cost of the part. You can check with Sony at 1800-222-SONY.
I hope this helps,
Skyassoc

IT NEEDS A LIGHT ENGINE. COST A LOT TO REPAIR.

had tv that did the same thing after three years but they were green cost me 300 bucks to get it fixed and the guy said every 3 to 5 expect it

Could be a horizontal output fault, faulty power supply, a simple dry solder joint or HVT. If you can hear arcing or smell an ozone odour, it will be the HVT which may cost a bit.

Without knowing the actual cause, it's impossible to say how much it would cost to fix it.... could be anywhere from $50 to $250 etc

Best to have it checked by a technician and get a quote to repair... then decide if you think it's worth it.

Toshiba is generally a reliable brand, so if you were happy with the picture quality before the fault occurred, it's probably worth repairing.

Cheers

I have been having the same problem. It started as constant white dots obscuring the menu but as you hardly use the menu I left it. Then I had a row of white dots 5 dots high all the way across the screen about two thirds of the way up. This only happened on Ext1 and Ext 2. I tried 3 different Scart and A/V cables in ALL the possible connections in the back and still I got the dots. This has gradually got worse and I now have a screen full of flashing dots. With it being out of Warranty (18 month old) I have been referred to a company to repair it.
Estimated cost £263.37 inc VAT  Diagnosis: Needs a new PCB board Time to fix: 1 week
I shall update once I know more/final cost, on Wednesday.
In future I shall be taking the extended warranty out. :o(

The verticle output iC or the b+ feed is going bad. To fix it your gonna need a multimeter and experience working with tv. Now to its worth??? do you like the set? Does it have all the fetures and fuctions that you liokeand how good is the picture? It shount cost ya more the 125 to 150 for this repair. Good Luck