When I switch off my TV using the remote, an then switch it on again afte, say a minute -- again from the remote -- then the screen loads up as washed out / faded colours / appearing too bright -- but only for a couple of seconds -- and then the natural colours, contrast, correct brightness etc. set in and things are normal.

This doesn't happen when I switch off and switch on using the main button on the TV.

what could be the problem?

Might not be a problem at all, maybe it's just the way the power is cut, using the remote its being put on standby but using the TV on/off the power is totally cut - giving the TV different start-up appearances. Could be very specific of make/model of your TV, maybe others have had the same problem check avforums.com for the make and mode of your TV.

Ali

I am hoping it's not a problem with my TV -- yes, thx. will check at avforums as well.
only thing -- this has started happening recently.