Samsung UE40D5000 - Black Horizontal Bars/Stripes at Top of Screen Issue: Matrix or Repairable?

The discussion revolves around a Samsung UE40D5000 television exhibiting black horizontal stripes at the top of the screen, approximately 10cm wide. Users suggest checking the T-con module to determine if the matrix is operational. One participant mentions that they will order and replace the T-con module based on this advice. Another user shares a similar experience, indicating that their issue was due to a damaged panel. A follow-up reveals that the original poster experienced intermittent issues, which eventually resolved on their own for over six months.
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