TV & Home Theater

[josh2903]

I purchased the Sony Ex500 as a floor item. I use the TV for many hours everyday, but money is very tight so would like to avoid getting the warranty if possible. I was wondering if anyone has past experience or knowledge about this TV and if it has been known to run into problems after the first year or even two years.

[AgentM]

Just as a suggestion, I have been in the consumer electronics repair business for over 25 years and I buy a service contract on anything I buy even though I can repair it. That goes double for a floor / display model. The problem is part cost and availabilty. If parts are too costly or no longer available (I've seen products less than 30 days old which have parts availability issues), your contract will replace the product (barring any physical damage).

Unless you can afford to replace it if something does go wrong, I would get one. If money is tight, start with they shortest / least expensive (usually 2 years) they have, you always have the option to extend it later. You may have a limited window (30 days) after purchase though.

-Agent M
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josh2903 wrote:

I purchased the Sony Ex500 as a floor item. I use the TV for many hours everyday, but money is very tight so would like to avoid getting the warranty if possible. I was wondering if anyone has past experience or knowledge about this TV and if it has been known to run into problems after the first year or even two years.

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Have you tried googling the exact model number and adding the word reviews after? I personally trust Cnet reviews the best.
I am personally fortunate with new products. I am of the mindset that if something is going to go wrong, it will within the manufactures warranty. If not I have the funds available to replace it. Maby I am just lucky but have never had a product that failed within the original warranty (other than the time lightning took out my TV and VHS player about 10 years ago!!!). Good Luck!!!