[Laker14]

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?

[retiredguy123]

It could be just the power supply, internal or external. I would try to plug it into another outlet, transformer, and/or surge protector. Also, check to see if the surge protector circuit breaker has tripped, and check the house circuit breaker in the panel. If none of these is the problem, it could be the power supply or capacitor inside the TV. Google it. If it is an expensive TV, call your insurance company, and also implement the TV warranty. Good luck.

[Laker14]

Originally Posted by retiredguy123

It could be just the power supply, internal or external. I would try to plug it into another outlet, transformer, and/or surge protector. Also, check to see if the surge protector circuit breaker has tripped, and check the house circuit breaker in the panel. If none of these is the problem, it could be the power supply or capacitor inside the TV. Google it. If it is an expensive TV, call your insurance company, and also implement the TV warranty. Good luck.

I tested the outlet it's plugged into with a lamp, and it works.
All of the other appliances, and fixtures in the house work.
I'll google the power supply inside the TV

[retiredguy123]

Originally Posted by Laker14

I tested the outlet it's plugged into with a lamp, and it works.
All of the other appliances, and fixtures in the house work.
I'll google the power supply inside the TV

I would file a warranty claim before tinkering with the inside of the TV.

[Caymus]

Watch what you touch. Some capacitors can remain charged.

[Stu from NYC]

Lightning does what it wants hopefully will never have to find out how effective our whole house surge protector is.

[MartinSE]

For the most part modern TVs are tossed. There are a few serviceable components, like the power supply, but, they are not intended to be serviced, so...

[retiredguy123]

Originally Posted by MartinSE

For the most part modern TVs are tossed. There are a few serviceable components, like the power supply, but, they are not intended to be serviced, so...

The OP's TV is only 4 months old. It should be covered under warranty.

I had a Samsung TV with a screen defect, and they sent out a guy in a van who replaced the entire screen.

[MrFlorida]

I haven't seen a TV repair shop in years, are they still around ?

[retiredguy123]

Originally Posted by MrFlorida

I haven't seen a TV repair shop in years, are they still around ?

There are still people who will repair a TV, but I think they mostly come to your house.

[villagetinker]

Originally Posted by Laker14

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?

I am going to ASSUME the TV was connected to a cable for the television signal. If this is the case the a surge probably came in through the cable to the TV. If you have an external tuner (like Comcast, or Spectrum, etc) test that device to see if it is working. Also, see if the TV has a fuse. Finally, unplug the TV wait several minutes, then plug in again and see if it resets and comes back on.
If all of this fails, then as suggested above contact the manufacturer and the store you bough it from to see about repair or replacement.

[retiredguy123]

Note that, if you bought the TV at Sam's Club or another warehouse club, they have a 90-day return policy, where you could just return it and get a new TV. But, if it has been more than 90 days, you will probably need to call the manufacturer.

[mulligan]

A surge arrester is NOT protection from lightning strikes. Only surges in power.

[Mrprez]

If you paid with a credit card see if the card issuer provides additional coverage.

[Laker14]

Originally Posted by villagetinker

I am going to ASSUME the TV was connected to a cable for the television signal. If this is the case the a surge probably came in through the cable to the TV. If you have an external tuner (like Comcast, or Spectrum, etc) test that device to see if it is working. Also, see if the TV has a fuse. Finally, unplug the TV wait several minutes, then plug in again and see if it resets and comes back on.
If all of this fails, then as suggested above contact the manufacturer and the store you bough it from to see about repair or replacement.

Thanks Tinker,
We cut the cable cord a while ago. I was streaming. The only connection was via the electric power cord. I use YouTubeTV, which streams via my internet/modem/WiFi, all of which still functions.
I did the unplug/wait/ plug it in again, but alas, no good.

My wife did call Samsung, and they said they'll take care of it.