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TV Repairs: 4 Common Concerns

Posted & filed under TV Repair.

Nothing lasts forever, and this extends to television sets. You’re probably well aware that the time will come, one day, when you will have to replace or repair your set. Replacing your television set is now as commonplace as buying a piece of clothing, thanks to electronics now being produced at a rapid, inexpensive rate.

Your television set is a part of your life. When the TV doesn’t work like it should, it can be hassle. Whether it’s the television set in your Levittown home or office in Doylestown, TV repairs or TV replacement have probably crossed your mind when the set is malfunctioning. Before you decided to give up your set completely, look into the following:

  • Check for dust in the television. You can use a vacuum cleaner hose and run it over the venting on the back/top of the set. Once you have removed any dust, keep your TV as dust-free as possible.
  • Is your television picture snowy? This perhaps one of the most frustrating things to deal with – as both a viewer or as a repairman. This is often caused by the television screen being magnetized and the demagnetizer in the television isn’t working. Begin by removing any items that may be magnetic-stereo speakers, electric motors-away from the television set. Then buy a demagnetizing (or degaussing) coil at any electronics store. Using the coil, start in the upper corner of the television set and working in small circles, travel across the entire screen. When you reach the bottom of the screen, your television set should be fully demagnetized and the picture restored.
  • If you have cable, then your TV is likely connected by via coaxial cable and copper cables to the cable provider. Occasionally, the cable can become loose-which is why fiddling with them can produce a better picture, for a time. To correct this problem, you may need to replace the fitting, which is the metal part of the cable that connects to the television or you may need to replace the actual cable. These items are also available at any electronics store. If you do this, it is vital that you turn off the television set before you begin!
  • If you are still using an antenna, and you are getting a fuzzy picture, it may be time to replace the antenna. These are still available at the electronics stores, just be sure to purchase the type of antenna designed specifically for your television set. Install according to directions, being sure to turn off the power supply first!

Did you try all these methods, and your TV still isn’t working properly? Give Mort’s TV & Audio a call now at 215-945-8381 or Contact Us Today!

Vintage Audio Repair

Posted & filed under Audio Repair.

We, at Mort’s TV and Video, know how much you love your vintage audio equipment. We know it would be a shame to have to throw it away because it wasn’t operating properly. Well, now you don’t have to worry about that possibility anymore. We have experienced vintage audio repair technicians happy to help you repair your equipment. If you have vintage audio equipment that has sat around for years in a state of disrepair, now is the time to have it repaired.

Amplifiers
Vintage amplifiers have often lived a hard life. The more loved they were, the more they were used. This means the amplifier may not sound quite the way is used to. Our skilled vintage audio repair technicians are able to fix most problems you are experiencing with your vintage amplifier. Amplifiers utilize a lot of power to perform at maximum efficiently, thus creating more heat. This heat tends to degrade the amplifier over time. It may not be necessary to perform extreme maintenance on your equipment, so have it checked out today.

Turntables
Nothing sounds quite like a vintage turntable playing tunes. It would be a shame to get rid of it if it hasn’t been working. Instead, let our vintage audio repair experts look at your turntables. If your turntables are turning slowly, or not at all, we can try to fix it. The professionals at Mort’s TV and Audio are experienced in this type of repair and are happy to bring your vintage turntables back to life.

Speakers
Some vintage speakers can still outperform the speakers created today. There is no need to buy new ones, when you can just get your speakers repaired. We are able to refoam, recone and generally improve the conditions of your speakers. If you need a vintage audio repair completed on your speakers, we can help. If your speakers just don’t sound the way they used to, then we can help you repair them to their optimum performance level.

If you need your vintage audio equipment repaired, call us today at 215-945-8381.

Bensalem TV Repair: Replacement vs Repair

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The TV in your Bensalem home has stopped functioning properly. You’re left with two choices: you can either pay a visit to a Bensalem TV repair shop or you can go out and buy a new television. Which do you choose?

The Benefits of Using a Bensalem TV Repair Specialist

Most would probably opt to shell out the money on a new television, thinking the TV that isn’t working isn’t worth the costs associated with taking it to a Bensalem TV repair professional. However, having your television repaired is often the more sensible alternative. Why? Consider the following:

Prolonged lifespan

What do you do if your car experiences a flat tire? Do you take it to the nearest dealer and trade it in for a whole new automobile? That would be silly. You would replace or repair the tire, thereby prolonging the lifespan of your car. You should apply the same principle when it comes to your television.

Don’t rush a decision

Buying a new car or major appliance isn’t something that should be rushed. There needs to be a significant amount of research done before you make an expensive purchase. Not doing so means you risk making an impulse purchase, and possibly buying something that doesn’t suit your needs or you don’t want. On the other hand, taking it to a Bensalem TV repair professional like Mort’s TV & Audio can have your set working again, and will often cost much, much less than it would to buy a new television set.

DIY Repairs

Of course, you can try to tackle repairing the television yourself. However, the problem may be more complicated than just giving the set a solid whack. Therefore, when you have a problem, it’s best to visit a Bensalem TV repair provider. These professionals have experience in all television makes and models, so there won’t be much disruption to your life.

Mort’s TV & Audio is proud to be a near Bensalem TV repair shop. Call us today at 215-945-8381 or Request a Free Estimate.

Mort’s TV & Video, Inc. blog is live!

Posted & filed under News.

As a locally owned and operated business in the Levittown, Pennsylvania area, we at Mort’s TV & Video, Inc. have always prided ourselves on our work, and illustrating why we’re one of the area’s top companies for your TV repair needs.

Because of the pride we take in our work, we’re happy to today launch our blog. It will be frequently updated with information on DLP, LCD & Plasma TV repairs.

Not familiar with Mort’s TV & Video, Inc.? Please visit our home page to learn more about our company and services, or if you’re looking around at different Berks County, PA television repair companies. We look forward to working with you!