What Causes Vertical Lines on Samsung LED TV?
There are typically two causes of vertical lines on a Samsung LED TV: a bad connection or a processing problem. If the problem is a bad connection, you can likely fix it yourself using the troubleshooting steps below. However, if the problem is a processing issue, that means you could have a faulty processing board, scalar PCB, T-Con, or Cof-IC, in which case a professional will need to inspect and repair your television. Loose or incompatible connections can also cause ghosting. Still, it’s also possible you’re having antennae issues or, as with vertical lines, you have a bad component inside the TV that a professional will need to repair.
How Do I Get Rid of the Vertical Lines on My Samsung TV?
If you’re experiencing vertical lines or ghosting on your Samsung TV, the first thing you’ll need to make a note of is what you’re seeing. The nature of the anomaly you’re observing can help you determine the problem. Here are some potential issues and their most likely corresponding fixes:
Wavy or moving lines: Lines that move, sway, or appear wavy could indicate that you have a bad connection.Straight or stationary lines: Straight or fixed lines (lines that don’t move) could indicate an issue with the internal workings of the television.Multiple images stack atop one another: Ghosting, or when multiple images stack on top of one another, like a double exposure image, could mean you have a bad connection, or they could mean you have internal parts that are malfunctioning.Vertical lines: Vertical lines are most often an indicator you have a bad connection, and reseating your cables could fix the problem.
With these ideas in mind, here are a few things you can do to get the lines to go away and get your TV working properly again. If none of those steps fixes your issue, then you’ll need to contact Samsung to determine if your TV is still in warranty and where you can get it fixed because the problem is likely a faulty internal component that will need replacing. In this case, you have two options. You can try taking the back off your TV and reseating the internal connections. However, be aware that if your TV is still under warranty, this will most likely void your warranty, which means Samsung won’t help you fix the problem. The other option is to reach out to Samsung for a fix. You’ll have to walk through entering your TV information on the Samsung website, but then you can access their messaging system, call them, or request service to get the problem fixed.
