Dave I'm in London, SW10. Thanks for your help.

Spiros - thank you.

Agreed - I am now inclined to go for the repair again. I'll search for the post as well. If there's a link for the service manual anywhere that would be helpful. Thanks again for the posts!

Thanks Spiros, that is useful. I am debating the repair, but also considering purchasing a used one. It looks terrific and I have the usual fla panels in other rooms, but, this setup has always been special. Its just the practicality and economics of repair. The last time cost £500 including pickup and delivery.

Hi, need some advice, I have an AV9000 which has been a joy, had it for 15 years now, and last year the TV decided to pack up, basically wouldn't power on. Now the TV has started to turn itself off after a few minutes (5 mins) of viewing. Is this a common fault or just the age of the TV and sadly time to give up and replace the TV? Just seems that