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Old 04-07-2022, 02:16 PM
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Originally Posted by Laker14 View Post
During yesterday's storm I was watching TV. We had a really close lightning strike. The flash and crack were instantaneous. Not sure where it hit, but I don't think it was my house.
The TV went blank. All other appliances, including WiFi continued to function. The TV, however, did not respond to resuscitavive efforts.
I popped the back off, and nothing looks fried.

Anyone out there have any experience with trying to have a modern TV repaired? Or is this just throw away item now?
it was a power surge and overloaded your TV... invest in a power surge strip at Best Buy and it will save other electronic devices in the future.