When I push the power button on my remote and on the TV, it clicks but doesn't power up. What is wrong?

Question

When pressed, the power buttons gets my TV to click like its charging up to power the tube, but it only clicks, however it sounds like it tries to start up a total of 5 times each time the power button is pressed. This TV was bought roughly 4 years ago and has had no problem until this. Would anyone be able to tell me what part may be faulted or if it would be cheaper to buy a new 32 inch screen TV? I'd hate to bring out my backup 1974 13 inch black and white TV out lol

Answer 1

It sounds like the flyback transformer is shot. That is the part that generates the extremely high voltage that runs the tube. It is likely to be at least $2-300.00 to fix. If it is a quality set, like a Sony or other major brand, the parts will be available, otherwise don't hold your breath.

However, keep in mind that a very good quality 32" LCD can be purchased for $700-1000.00 and a cheap one can be had for $600 or less.

Answer 2

I have a problem really similar to this.  Whenever I try to turn on my tv it sounds like it is working until it makes a huge POP noise and turns off again.  Then whenever I try to turn it on again it turns itself off.  

The only way I attempt to solve this problem is by trying to turn it on everyonce in a while...about ever 100 or so tries it turns back on.

I know this wasn't much help...I don't have a solution, but I wanted you to know that you are not alone.