How to clean Sony LED TV screen ?
Sony LED TVs store some dirt on the surface of any Sony LED TV screen after prolonged use. This is when we need to clean it properly to maintain a good viewing experience. In this article, we will focus on how to properly clean your Sony LED TV screen.
Materials you need to prepare to clean your Sony LED TV screen
When we clean the Sony LED TV screen, we need to choose the following materials, do not feel free to use other materials instead!
Microfiber cloth
Because Sony LED TV screen is very fragile, are using a special coating, so to use microfiber cloth for Sony LED TV screen cleaning. If you use a regular cloth for wiping, it may cause streaks, or permanent scratches on the screen.
Distilled water
Distilled water is water that does not contain any minerals after being processed by the operation of distillation and condensation. Using distilled water to clean your Sony LED TV can be effective in avoiding streaks on the screen.
Spray bottle
You can device distilled water into a spray bottle. However, it is important to note that there should not be any water droplets or solids in the spray bottle when you put the distilled water into the spray bottle; otherwise, the water quality layer of the distilled water will be directly damaged after the distilled water is put into the spray bottle.
Soft Brush
Use a soft brush to remove dust from the surface of the TV screen, and also to remove dust from the corners of the bezel that cannot be cleaned.
Cotton swabs
This can be used to absorb water stains left on the bezel, to prevent water from seeping into the vents, etc.
Mild detergent
One or two drops of detergent can be added to a spray bottle with distilled water to dilute the detergent. The efficient combination of distilled water and cleaner will allow for better cleaning of the Sony LED TV screen. Alternatively, the cleaner can be diluted with plain water, thus saving the distilled water for a second cleaning.
Steps to clean Sony LED TV screen
Step 1: Read the instructions
First, you can start by reading the relevant instruction manual to learn about some non-viable areas and some related knowledge.
Step 2: Power off and unplug it
Before cleaning, you need to turn off the power of your TV and then unplug it. In addition to this, unplugging the TV will ensure your safety while allowing you to see visible dirt and stains on the black screen.
Step 3: Sweep away surface dust with a soft brush
The next step is to officially start cleaning your Sony LED TV screen. The first thing you can do is to use a soft bristle brush to sweep away surface dust and dirt that has built up in the bezel. Attention! Make sure that the dust is dry. If there are areas of the screen surface that have been water stained, you will need to avoid that location when sweeping away the dust.
Step 4: Remove stains with a lightly dampened microfiber cloth
Spray the microfiber cloth with the cleaner prepared in the spray bottle. Twist the dampened microfiber cloth until it is lightly moistened, then wipe the screen surface. Wipe either from top to bottom in small circles, or follow the edges of the TV screen from top to bottom or left to right.
This will help prevent streaking from too much water damage or water damage from seeping into the interior of the TV. After wiping the surface with a microfiber cloth impregnated with cleaner, use a dry, clean microfiber cloth to gently wipe away the surface to prevent streaking. If your TV screen has too much dirt, you can do a second cleaner wipe and then use a clean microfiber cloth to remove surface water stains.
Step 5: Clean the bezel
Use a lightly dampened microfiber to wipe away any remaining dirt, if the wipe is still not clean enough you can use a cotton swab dipped in a little bit of the cleaner from the spray bottle and gently wipe the bezel of your TV screen, after which you will need to gently wipe the bezel with a dry cotton swab to absorb any water stains that are still left on the bezel.
Step 6: Check
After the cleaning step is done, you need to perform a thorough inspection to prevent water damage from remaining. If you neglect this step, the water stains may form streaks or spots at a later stage, thus affecting your viewing experience.
Things to keep in mind when cleaning your Sony LED TV screen
Avoid spraying water or cleaner on the screen
No matter what electronic device you have, you need to avoid water damage to the internal wiring, and besides the Sony LED TV featured in this post, things like our cell phones, computers, LED displays, watches, etc., all need to be taken care of.
Do not apply the cleaner directly to a microfiber cloth
The cleaner must be diluted with water before going to use it, to avoid the concentration of the cleaner is too high, which can easily cause chemical damage to your Sony LED TV screen, for example, fading the color of the TV screen, creating scratches and so on.
Do not use harsh chemicals to clean
The surface of your Sony LED TV screen uses a special coating, if you use some harsh chemicals instead of the special TV screen cleaner, it may cause damage to the TV screen surface coating.
Do not use paper towels
The surface of paper towel is rough, if you use paper towel to wipe it directly, it may be easy to streak or the Sony LED TV screen may be permanently scratched.
Do not press hard
If you press hard on the Sony LED TV screen during the wiping process, it may cause the surface structure of the Sony LED TV screen to be damaged, which may result in the picture of the display being affected.
Changing the microfiber cloth during the cleaning process
In the process of cleaning Sony LED TV screen, we need to change the microfiber cloth diligently. Because of the dust gathered on the microfiber cloth during the cleaning process, the screen cleaned later may not be clean, and thus have to be cleaned again and again.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How often should I clean my Sony LED TV screen?
If you are a person who pursues the ultimate display, you can clean it once every two weeks or once a month.
2. What should I do if water or cleaner seeps into the vents?
Whether any liquid seeps into the vents, we need to unplug it at the first opportunity. If it is a small amount of liquid infiltration, just wait for it to dry and then open; if the TV screen still shows a black screen phenomenon, or a large amount of liquid into the beginning, you need to consult the after-sales service personnel, or ask a professional for home repair.
3. How to clean the surface with oily stains?
Oily stains on the surface, you can dilute distilled water with detergent, and then use a microfiber cloth to clean, and then use a microfiber cloth containing only distilled water for a second cleaning, and then finally use a clean, dry microfiber cloth for wiping can be.
4. Can other displays besides Sony TVs be cleaned in the same way?
Yes, like common LED display, you can also use the same way to clean, only in the cleaning, need to pay attention to avoid bumping into the LED screen beads.
To summarize
All in all, cleaning a Sony LED TV is a very simple task, as long as you follow the above precautions you can effectively avoid screen damage and streaks.