_Foggy_,
Does it happen regardless of the input?
It sounds like if it happens on all inputs, you might want to consider an under-warranty service. You can do that by calling 800-SAMSUNG.
--HDTech
This is my first post on this forum.
I have a 40" a557 (uk version of a550), I will have had it for 2 months now on thursday. But recently when I turn on the tv for the first time, the left half of the screen will flicker for about 3 mins but then will go away, its very noticable on light scenes. Is this a fault?

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