This set has bright, negative picture and then gradually goes normal and then a little darker than normal viewing level. CRT cathodes change gradually from 114volts to 185volts. Looks like jungle ic- its the flipping crt. Have customer call Sony customer relations for extended crt warranty on this 21/2 year old set. Hope this helps, I did lots of searching before even considering this. Mike Video Center ttkirkpat@xxxxxxx ------------------------------------------ To REMOVE your email address, click here: http://www.tech-assist.org/unsubb.html To CHANGE your email address, click here: http://www.tech-assist.org/change.html ------------------------------------------ ***NEW*** Tips Added Instantly!!!*** Submit Repair Tips here: http://www.tech-assist.org/secure/tip/