Should I Repair or Replace My LCD Monitor?
It is generally better to repair than to replace for several reasons. Monitors, (or terminal displays), should have a life span of ten to fifteen years. LCD screens should last even longer. Failure of just one tiny component can render a monitor useless. Until the tube or main transformer fails, repair is the logical, cost-effective choice.All monitors and terminals contain potentially dangerous heavy metals, so repairing also makes your company environmentally friendly as you delay adding to the amount of computer waste in our landfills. And most important, repairing is a cost saving over the purchase of new electronic equipment.
The most common failing of an LCD monitor is dimming of the backlight after substantial use. However, for about $20.00, the backlight can be replaced and the monitor restored to its former self.
Nowadays, there are highly competent, anti-reflection polarizer films available in the market. This polarizer film when applied to the LCD screen increases display contrast as well as readability. Images become sharper and clearer; the screen provides deeper colors; it allows for a wider viewing angle in bright settings; and protects LCD panels from scratches and fingerprints.
The flat panel in the LCD television makeup is the most expensive item to replace. In fact in some cases, it could exceed the cost of the total unit. Split or broken LCD panels obviously need replacement. Another sigh of a flawed panel are lines running the length of the panel. Still, three quarters of such panels can be repaired.
There are many LCD repair courses & books available on line today, which makes it even easier & more cost effective to repair, rather than replace your monitor.Ò The courses will walk you through a step by step guide on how to fix your problems.Ò They are easy to follow but leave nothing out.Ò Some of these courses & books will cost you a little money on the initial investment, but in the long run, you could save thousands!
Just so as not to mislead you, there will be times when you will need to replace your LCD monitor.Ò With a little on line research or the advice of a technician, you will be able to tell what the best option for your specific case is.
Good luck!