Re: Sony XBR-55X800H Lightning damaged

Thanks bskall, but I eventually wind up with "The described symptom may require further troubleshooting or a repair service. Please Contact the Product Support team for further support." I think it might be time to test shopjimmy's return policy and take this thing to the recycle bin.

Re: Sony XBR-55X800H Lightning damaged

No joy )-: I got the set to start the upgrade a few times but it always shuts itself off again after 30 seconds or so after first powering on, then starts the 7 red flashes again. If anyone has any more suggestions please let me know.

Re: Sony XBR-55X800H Lightning damaged

That looks promising. Thanks dskall! I'll work on that tomorrow and post the results.

Re: Sony XBR-55X800H Lightning damaged

I can't upgrade the software because the set won't stay on long enough for that to happen.

The power surge came-I think- through the DSL line. TV gave a very audible pop and died. (Ethernet ports in modem were all killed too). Power light on TV was dead. I ordered a "Complete LED TV Repair Parts Kit" from shopjimmy.com and installed everything ( [url]https://www.shopjimmy.com/sony-xbr-55x800h-complete-led-tv-repair-parts-kit/[/url] ). TV will turn on for about 30 seconds or so then shut down. Power light flashes 7 times repeatedly. I've seen that this indicates a high voltage shutdown.? But-where is this coming from since I've replaced power supply, main board, etc.? I see...

Re: New Members - please post your introductions here

Hi! First obligatory post. I have absolutely no electronic experience, so have mercy on me (-: I have a sony TV that got zapped by a lightning power surge that I'm trying to salvage. Thanks in advance for any help!