I bought one last year and from day one some relay switch, that clicks to turn it on, clicked a few times after a loss of power after "resetting" itself to come back on. Called tech support and was told it was normal and to let it "rest" for a few minutes and it would be o.k. Well, the next few times power was ever cut to the t.v., while on or off, the t.v. would shut itself off and repeat a clicking sound, like it was trying to come back on. So, I would leave it off for awhile (unplugged) and it would come back on and work fine. Called tech support again and, again, they said it was "normal". Now, just after warranty expires, it won't stay on for more than 30 seconds before clicking repeatedly. I realize this is an isolated case because everything I have read about this t.v. has been positive and I'm sure, according to repair tech, the part will probably cost about $10 but labor will be about $85. The shoddy support and lack of c.s. to resolve this and save face in my eyes will prevent me from ever buying Sony again. I'll find out next week if the president of customer relations in Fort Meyers will give me some relief though. If he/she doesn't...they will lose a long time customer, which I'm sure they will just cry all day over (corporate scum) sorry, just venting. Anyway, moral: GET THE EXTENDED WARRANTY! I used to think they were a waste of money. Not anymore.