1. When conducting repairs and servicing, do not attempt to modify the equipment, its parts or its materials.
2. When wiring units (with cables, flexible cables or lead wires)are supplied as repair parts and only one wireor some of the wires
have been broken or disconnected, do not attempt to repair or re-wire the units. Replace the entire wiring unit instead.
3. When conducting repairs and servicing, do not twist the Faston connectors but plugthem straight in orunplug them straightout.
4. When servicing, observe the original lead dress. If a short circuit is found, replace all parts which have been overheated or
damaged by the short circuit.
5. After servicing, see to it that all the protective devices such as insulation barriers, insulation papers shields are properly
installed.
6. After servicing, make the following leakage current checks to prevent the customer from being exposed to shock hazards.
2.1.1. Leakage Current Cold Check
1. Unplug the AC cord and connect a jumper between the two
prongs on the plug.
2. Measure the resistance value, with an ohmmeter, between
the jumpered AC plug and each exposed metallic cabinet
part on the equipment such as screwheads, connectors,
control shafts, etc. When the exposed metallic part has a
return path to the chassis, the reading should be between
1Mohm and 5.2Mohm.
When the exposed metal does not have a return path to
the chassis, the reading must be
Figure 1
.
2.1.2. Leakage Current Hot Check (See
Figure 1.)
1. Plug the AC cord directly into the AC outlet. Do not use an
isolation transformer for this check.
2. Connect a 1.5kohm, 10 watts resistor, in parallel with a
0.15µF capacitors, between each exposed metallic part on
the set and a good earth ground such as a water pipe, as
shown in Figure 1.
3. Use an AC voltmeter, with 1000 ohms/volt or more
sensitivity, to measure the potential across the resistor.
4. Check each exposed metallic part, and measure the
voltage at each point.
5. Reverse the ACplugintheACoutlet and repeat eachof the
above measurements.
6. The potential at any point should not exceed 0.75 volts
RMS. A leakage current tester (Simpson Model 229 or
equivalent) may be used to make the hot checks, leakage
current must not exceed 1/2 milliamp. In case a
measurement is outside of the limits specified, there is a
possibility of a shock hazard, and the equipment should be
repaired and rechecked before it is returned to the
customer.
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3 Prevention of Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) to
Electrostatically Sensitive (ES) Devices
Some semiconductor (solid state) devices can be damaged easily by static electricity. Such components commonly are called
Electrostatically Sensitive (ES) Devices. Examples of typical ES devices are integrated circuits and some field-effect transistors and
semiconductor "chip" components. The following techniques should be used to help reduce the incidence of component damage
caused by electrostatic discharge (ESD).
1. Immediately before handling any semiconductor component or semiconductor-equipped assembly, drain off any ESD on your
body by touching a known earth ground. Alternatively, obtain and wear a commercially available discharging ESD wrist strap,
which should be removed for potential shock reasons prior to applying power to the unit under test.
2. After removing an electrical assembly equipped with ES devices, place the assembly on a conductive surface such as
aluminum foil, to prevent electrostatic charge buildup or exposure of the assembly.
3. Use only a grounded-tip soldering iron to solder or unsolder ES devices.
4. Use only an anti-static solder removal device. Some solder removal devices not classified as "anti-static (ESD protected)" can
generate electrical charge sufficient to damage ES devices.
5. Do not use freon-propelled chemicals. These can generate electrical charges sufficient to damage ES devices.
6. Do not remove a replacement ES device from its protective package until immediately before you are ready to install it. (Most
replacement ES devices are packaged with leads electrically shorted together by conductive foam, aluminum foil or comparable
conductive material).
7. Immediately before removing the protective material from the leads of a replacement ES device, touch the protective material
to the chassis or circuit assembly into which the device will be installed.
Caution
Be sure no power is applied to the chassis or circuit, and observe all other safety precautions.
8. Minimize bodily motions when handling unpackaged replacement ESdevices.(Otherwiseham less motion suchasthebrushing
together of your clothes fabric or the lifting of your foot from a carpeted floor can generate static electricity (ESD) sufficient to
damage an ES device).
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4 About lead free solder (PbF)
Note: Lead is listed as (Pb) in the periodic table of elements.
In the information below, Pb will refer to Lead solder, and PbF will refer to Lead Free Solder.
The Lead Free Solder used in our manufacturing process and discussed below is (Sn+Ag+Cu).
That is Tin (Sn), Silver (Ag) and Copper (Cu) although other types are available.
This model uses Pb Free solder in it’s manufacture due to environmental conservation issues. For service and repair work, we’d
suggest the use of Pb free solder as well, although Pb solder may be used.
PCBs manufactured using lead free solder will have the PbF within a leaf Symbol PbF stamped on the back of PCB.
Caution
· Pb free solder has a higher melting point than standard solder. Typically the melting point is 50 ~ 70 °F (30~40 °C) higher.
Please use a high temperature soldering iron and set it to 700 ± 20 °F (370 ± 10 °C).
· Pb free solder will tend to splash when heated too high (about 1100 °F or 600 °C).
If you must use Pb solder, please completely remove all of the Pb free solder on the pins or solder area before applying Pb
solder. If this is not practical, be sure to heat the Pb free solder until it melts, before applying Pb solder.
· After applying PbF solder to double layered boards, please check the component side for excess solder which may flow onto
the opposite side. (see figure below)
Suggested Pb free solder
There are several kinds of Pb free solder available for purchase. This product uses Sn+Ag+Cu (tin, silver, copper) solder.
However, Sn+Cu (tin, copper), Sn+Zn+Bi (tin, zinc, bismuth) solder can also be used.
Speaker out, Sound Processor
AV Terminal, AV Switch
Digital Signal Processor, Microcomputer
HDMI Interface, Peaks Lite 2
KRemote receiver, Power LED, Key SwitchSSSustain Drive
SPower Switch
C1Data Driver (Lower Right)
C2Data Driver (Lower Left)
SCScan Drive
SUScan out (Upper)
SDScan out (Lower)
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6 Plasma panel replacement method
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6.1. Remove the rear cover
1. See Service Hint (Section 5)
6.2. Remove the rear terminal
cover
1. Remove the screws (×6,×7,×1,×2).
2. Remove the Rear terminal cover.
6.4. Remove the Tuner unit
1. Unlock the cable clampers to free the cable.
2. Disconnect the connectors (A1, A5, A6, A7, A12 and A52).
3. Remove the screws (×2
4. Remove the screws (×4
) and remove the Tuner cover.
) and remove the Tuner unit.
6.3. Remove the P-Board
Caution:
To remove P.C.B. wait 1 minute after power was off for
discharge from electrolysis capacitors.
1. Unlock the cable clampers to free the cable.
2. Disconnect the connectors (P2, P6, P7, P9, P11, P12 and
P25).
3. Remove the screws (×10
) and remove the P-Board.
6.5. Remove the A-Board
1. Remove the tuner unit. (See section 6.4.)
2. Remove the screw (×1
bracket.
3. Remove the screws (×6
) and remove the SD card
) and remove the A-Board.
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6.6. Remove the D-Board
6.8. Remove the SD-Board
1. Remove the tuner unit. (See section 6.4.)
2. Disconnect the connectors (D5 and D25).
3. Disconnect the flexible cables (D20, D31 and D32).
4. Remove the screws (×4
) and remove the D-Board.
1. Remove the screws (×2).
2. Remove the flexible cables (SD1, SD2, SD3 and SD4)
connected to the SD-Board and remove the bridge
connector (SC46-SD46).
3. Slide the SD-Board to the left to disconnect from a
connector (SC42-SD42) on the SC-Board and remove the
SD-Board.
6.7. Remove the SU-Board
1. Remove the screws (×2).
2. Remove the flexible cables (SU1, SU2, SU3 and SU4)
connected to the SU-Board and remove the bridge
connector (SC45-SU45).
3. Slide the SU-Board to the left to disconnect from a
connector (SC41-SU41) on the SC-Board and remove the
SU-Board.
6.9. Remove the SC-Board
1. Remove the SU-Board and SD-Board. (See section 6.7.
and 6.8.)
2. Unlock the cable clampers to free the cable.
3. Disconnect the connector (SC2).
4. Disconnect the flexible cable (SC20).
5. Remove the screws (×6
) and remove the SC-Board.
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6.10. Remove the SS-Board
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6.12. Remove the C2-Board
1. Disconnect the connectors (SS11, SS12 and SS23).
2. Disconnect the flexible cables (SS53A, SS54A, SS55A and
SS56A).
3. Remove the screws (×6
) and remove the SS-Board.
1. Remove the tuner unit. (See section 6.4.)
2. Unlock the cable clampers to free the cable.
3. Remove the flexible cables holder fastening screws (×8
).
4. Disconnect the flexible cables (CB5, CB6, CB7 and CB8).
5. Disconnect the flexible cables (C20 and C21).
6. Disconnect the connector (C23).
7. Remove the screws (×4
) and remove the C2-Board.
6.13. Remove the speaker L, R
1. Disconnect the relay connector.
2. Remove the screws (×4
L, R.
each) and remove the speaker
6.11. Remove the C1-Board
1. Remove the tuner unit. (See section 6.4.)
2. Unlock the cable clampers to free the cable.
3. Remove the flexible cables holder fastening screws (×8
).
4. Disconnect the flexible cables (CB1, CB2, CB3 and CB4).
5. Disconnect the flexible cables (C10 and C11).
6. Remove the screws (×4
) and remove the C1-Board.
6.14. Remove the stand brackets
1. Remove the plasma panel section from the servicing stand
and lay on a flat surface such as a table (covered) with the
plasma panel surface facing downward.
2. Remove the stand brackets (left, right)fastening screws (×6
each) and remove the stand brackets (left, right).
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6.15. Remove the S-Board
1. Remove the screws (×2) and remove the S-Board metal
frame.
2. Disconnect the connector (S2).
3. Remove the screws (×2
) and remove the S-Board.
6.17. Remove the Plasma panel
section from the Cabinet assy
(glass)
1. Remove the plasma panel section from the servicing stand
and lay on a fiat surface such as a table (covered) with the
plasma panel surface facing downward.
2. Remove the stand brackets (left, right)fastening screws (×3
each).
6.16. Remove the K-Board
1. Remove the S-Board. (See section 6.15.)
2. Unlock the cable clampers to free the cable.
3. Disconnect the connectors (A1). (See section 6.4.)
4. Remove the screws (×2
the K-Board.
5. Disconnect the connectors (K1 and K2) and remove the KBoard.
) and slide to the right to remove
3. Replace the servicing stand and stand the set.
4. Remove the cabinet assy and the plasma panel fastening
screws (×7
5. For leaving the plasma panel from the cabinet assy, pull the
bottom of the front frame forward, lift, and remove.
).
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6. Remove the spacers and spacer rings (×6).
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6.18. Replace the plasma panel
(finished)
1. Place the new plasma panel (finished) on the flat surface of
the table (covered by a soft cloth), with the plasma panel
surface facing downward.
2. Attach the C1-Board and the C2-Board, connect the flexible
cables (×16) from the Plasma panel to the C1-Board and
the C2-Board, and fit the flexible cable holders.
3. Attach the Hooks (left, right) and fit the stand brackets (L,
R) to the new plasma panel.
4. Place the plasma panel section on the servicing stand.
5. Attach the cabinet assy and each P.C.Board and so on, to
the new plasma panel.
*When fitting the front frame, be careful not to allow any
debris, dust or handling residue to remain between the
front glass and plasma panel.
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7 Caution statement
7.1. Caution statement.
Caution:
Please confirm that all flexible cables are assembled correctly.
Also make sure that they are locked in the connectors.
Verify by giving the flexible cables a very slight pull.
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8 Location of Lead Wiring
8.1. Lead of Wiring (1)
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8.2. Lead of Wiring (2)
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8.3. Lead of Wiring (3)
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8.4. Lead of Wiring (4)
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8.5. Lead of Wiring (5)
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9 Self-check Function
Use the self-check function to test the unit.
1. Checking the IIC bus lines
2. Power LED Blinking timing
9.1. Check of the IIC bus lines
9.1.1. How to access
Self-check indication only:
Produce TV reception screen, and while pressing [VOLUME ( - )] button on the main unit, press [OK] button on the remote control
for more than 3 seconds.
Self-check indication and forced to factory shipment setting:
Produce TV reception screen, and while pressing [VOLUME ( - )] button on the main unit, press [MENU] button on the remote
control for more than 3 seconds.
9.1.2. Screen display
9.1.3. Check Point
Confirm the following parts if NG was displayed.
9.1.4. Exit
Disconnect the AC cord from wall outlet.
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9.2. Power LED Blinking timing chart
1. Subject
Information of LED Flashing timing chart.
2. Contents
When an abnormality has occurred the unit, the protection circuit operates and reset to the stand by mode. At this time, the
defective block can be identified by the number of blinks of the Power LED on the front panel of the unit.
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9.3. No Power
First check point
There are following 2 states of No Power indication by power LED.
1. No lit
2. Red is lit then turns red blinking a few seconds later. (See 9.2.)
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9.4. No Picture
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9.5. Local screen failure
Plasma display may have local area failure on the screen. Fig-1 is the possible defect P.C.B. for each local area.
Fig-1
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10 Service Mode
10.1. How to enter into Service Mode
While pressing [VOLUME ( - )] button of the main unit, press [RECALL] button of the remote control three times within 3
seconds.
10.1.1. Key command
“1” button...Main items Selection in forward direction
“2” button...Main items Selection in reverse direction
“3” button...Sub items Selection in forward direction
“4” button...Sub items Selection in reverse direction
“VOL” button...Value of sub items change in forward direction ( + ), in reverse direction ( - )
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10.1.2. Contents of adjustment mode
·Value is shown as a hexadecimal number.
·Preset value differs depending on models.
·After entering the adjustment mode, take note of the value in each item before starting adjustment.
COUNT
ALL WHITE
ALL RED
ALL GREEN
ALL BLUE
ON/OFF
RAMP WHITE
RAMP RED
RAMP GREEN
RAMP BLUE
1% WINDOW
COLOR BAR
A-ZONE B-ZONE/4 TRIO
SCROLL
WHITE FLAME
RM-SETCODEAFixed.
SRV-TOOL-See Next.
10.1.3. How to exit
Switch off the power with the [POWER] button on the main unit or the [POWER] button on the remote control.
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10.2. Service tool mode
10.2.1. How to access
1. Select “SRV-TOOL” in Service Mode.
2. Press [OK] button on the remote control.
10.2.2. Display of SOS History
SOS History (Number of LED blinking) indication.
From left side; Last SOS, before Last, three occurrence before, 2nd occurrence after shipment, 1st occurrence after shipment.
This indication expect 2nd and 1st occurrence after shipment will be cleared by “Self-check indication and forced to factory
shipment setting”.
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10.2.3. POWER ON TIME/COUNT Note: To display TIME/COUNT menu, highlight position, then press MUTE for (3 sec).
Time : Cumulative power on time, indicated hour : minute by decimal
Count : Number of On times by decimal
Note : This indication will not be cleared by the self-check or any other command.
10.2.4. Exit
1. Disconnect the AC code from wall outlet.
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11 Adjustment Proce dure
11.1. Driver Set-up
11.1.1. Item / Preparation
1. Input a white signal to plasma video input.
2. Set the picture controls as follows.
Picture menu: Vivid
Normal: Set
Aspect: Full
Caution
1. First perform Vsus adjustment.
2. Confirmation of Vscn voltage should be performed after
confirmation of Vad adjustment.
When Vad=-105V, Voltage of Vscn is 40V ±4V.
11.1.2. Adjustments
Adjust driver section voltages referring the panel data on the
panel data label.
Check or adjust the following voltages with the multimeter.