HISTORY INFORMATION FOR THE FOLLOWING MANUAL:
SERVICE MANUAL
AZ1-L Chassis
ORIGINAL MANUAL ISSUE DATE: 1/2010
Version Date Subject
1.01/25/2010 No revisions or updates
2.01/29/2010 Corrected part information for Lens. Replaced pages i, 16-18.
3.03/17/2010 Corrected Disassembly/Part Number Information section. Replaced pages 12-20.
Corrected Service Adjustment Information. Reissue entire manual.
LCD Digital Color TV
9-888-268-03
Self Diagnosis
Supported model
SERVICE MANUAL
AZ1-L Chassis
LCD Digital Color TV
9-888-268-03
MODEL |
COMMANDER |
DESTINATION |
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COMMANDER |
DESTINATION |
KDL-32EX700 |
RM-YD033 |
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KDL-52EX700 |
RM-YD033 |
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KDL-32EX700 |
RM-YD055 |
CND/MX |
KDL-52EX700 |
RM-YD055 |
CND/MX |
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KDL-40EX700 |
RM-YD033 |
US |
KDL-52EX701 |
RM-YD033 |
US |
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KDL-40EX700 |
RM-YD055 |
CND/MX |
KDL-52EX701 |
RM-YD055 |
CND |
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KDL-40EX703 |
RM-YD055 |
CND |
KDL-52EX703 |
RM-YD055 |
CND |
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KDL-46EX700 |
RM-YD033 |
US |
KDL-60EX700 |
RM-YD033 |
US |
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KDL-46EX700 |
RM-YD055 |
CND/MX |
KDL-60EX700 |
RM-YD055 |
CND/MX |
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KDL-46EX701 |
RM-YD033 |
US |
KDL-60EX701 |
RM-YD033 |
US |
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KDL-46EX701 |
RM-YD055 |
CND |
KDL-60EX701 |
RM-YD055 |
CND |
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KDL-46EX703 |
RM-YD055 |
CND |
KDL-60EX703 |
RM-YD055 |
CND |
9-888-268-03
Specifications.................................................................................................................................................................................. |
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Warnings and Cautions.................................................................................................................................................................. |
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Safety-Related Warning.................................................................................................................................................................. |
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Safety Check-Out............................................................................................................................................................................ |
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Self Diagnosis Functions............................................................................................................................................................... |
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SEC 1. Disassembly/Part Number Information .......................................................................................................................... |
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1-1. Table-Top Stand Assembly Removal............................................................................................................................. |
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1-2. Rear Cover, Switch Unit, and Power Switch Removal .................................................................................................. |
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KDL-32EX700 and KDL-40EX700/40EX703 ............................................................................................................................. |
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KDL-46EX700/46EX701/46EX703 and KDL-52EX700/52EX701/52EX703.............................................................................. |
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1-2-3. KDL-60EX700/60EX701/60EX703 ............................................................................................................................................ |
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1-3. Speakers, HLR Board, and LCD Panel Brackets Removal........................................................................................... |
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1-4. GE3-A/GE2-A/GE2-B (Power) Boards, BAL Board, HMS2 Board, and LCD Panel Removal....................................... |
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1-4-1. KDL-32EX700/40EX700/40EX703 ............................................................................................................................................ |
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1-4-2. KDL-46EX700/46EX701/46EX703 ............................................................................................................................................ |
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1-4-3. KDL-52EX700/52EX701/52EX703 ............................................................................................................................................ |
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1-4-4. KDL-60EX700/60EX701/60EX703 ............................................................................................................................................ |
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1-5. Cleaning the LCD Panel ............................................................................................................................................... |
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1-6. Screw Legend................................................................................................................................................................ |
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1-6-1. KDL-32EX700............................................................................................................................................................................ |
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1-6-2. KDL-40EX700/40EX703 ............................................................................................................................................................ |
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1-6-3. KDL-46EX700/46EX701/46EX703 ............................................................................................................................................ |
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1-6-4. KDL-52EX700/52EX701/52EX703 ............................................................................................................................................ |
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1-6-5. KDL-60EX700/60EX701/60EX703 ............................................................................................................................................ |
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1-7. |
Connectors .................................................................................................................................................................... |
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1-7-1. KDL-32EX700............................................................................................................................................................................ |
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1-7-2. KDL-40EX700/40EX703 ............................................................................................................................................................ |
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1-7-3. KDL-46EX700/46EX701/46EX703 ............................................................................................................................................ |
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1-7-4. KDL-52EX700/52EX701/52EX703 ............................................................................................................................................ |
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1-7-5. KDL-60EX700/60EX701/60EX703 ............................................................................................................................................ |
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1-8. |
Accessories and Packaging .......................................................................................................................................... |
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1-9. |
Miscellaneous................................................................................................................................................................ |
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1-10. |
Remote Commander ..................................................................................................................................................... |
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SEC 2. Service Adjustments ........................................................................................................................................................ |
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2-1. |
Accessing Service Adjustment Mode ............................................................................................................................ |
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2-1-1. Viewing the Service Menus........................................................................................................................................................ |
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2-1-2. Using the Remote Commander to View or Change Service Data ............................................................................................. |
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2-2. |
Adjustments After Replacing the BAL Board or LCD Panel .......................................................................................... |
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2-2-1. |
Updating the Software ............................................................................................................................................................... |
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2-2-2. |
Selecting the Model ................................................................................................................................................................... |
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2-2-3. |
Setting the Destination............................................................................................................................................................... |
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2-2-4. Verifying the Model and Panel Information ................................................................................................................................ |
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Reconnecting All Cables............................................................................................................................................................ |
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2-3. |
White Balance Adjustments........................................................................................................................................... |
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2-4. |
Resetting the TV to Factory Condition........................................................................................................................... |
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2-4-1. |
Resetting the TV to Factory Condition Using Service Mode...................................................................................................... |
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KDL-32EX700/40EX700/40EX703/46EX700/46EX701/46EX703/ ii 52EX700/52EX701/52EX703/60EX700/60EX701/60EX703
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SEC 3. Diagrams ........................................................................................................................................................................... |
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3-1. Circuit Boards Location ................................................................................................................................................. |
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3-1-1. KDL-32EX700............................................................................................................................................................................ |
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3-1-2. |
KDL-40EX700/40EX703 ............................................................................................................................................................ |
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3-1-3. |
KDL-46EX700/46EX701/46EX703 ............................................................................................................................................ |
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3-1-4. |
KDL-52EX700/52EX701/52EX703 ............................................................................................................................................ |
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3-1-5. |
KDL-60EX700/60EX701/60EX703 ............................................................................................................................................ |
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3-2. Block Diagram ............................................................................................................................................................... |
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KDL-32EX700/40EX700/40EX703/46EX700/46EX701/46EX703/ iii 52EX700/52EX701/52EX703/60EX700/60EX701/60EX703
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46EX703 |
40EX703 |
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60EX701 |
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Television system |
NTSC: American TV standard |
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ATSC (8VSB terrestrial): ATSC compliant 8VSB |
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QAM on cable: ANSI/SCTE 07 2000 (Does not include CableCARD functionality) |
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Channel coverage |
Analog terrestrial: 2 - 69 / Digital terrestrial: 2 - 69 |
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Analog Cable: 1 - 135 / Digital Cable: 1 - 135 |
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Panel system |
LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Panel |
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Speaker output |
10 W + 10 W |
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CABLE/ANTENNA |
75-ohm external terminal for RF inputs |
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VIDEO IN 1/2 |
VIDEO / AUDIO |
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COMPONENT IN 1/2 |
YPBPR (Component Video) / Signal format: 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p / AUDIO |
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HDMI IN 1/2/3/4 |
HDMI: Video: 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p, 1080/24p |
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Audio: Two channel linear PCM 32, 44.1 and 48 kHz, 16, 20 and 24 bits, Dolby Digital |
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AUDIO OUT |
500 mVrms (typical) |
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DIGITAL AUDIO OUT |
PCM/Dolby Digital optical signal |
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PC IN |
D-sub 15-pin, analog RGB |
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PC/HDMI 4 AUDIO IN |
Stereo mini jack |
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LAN |
10BASE-T/100BASE-TX connector (Connection speed may differ depending on the network environment. |
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10BASE-T/100BASE-TX communication rate and communication quality are not guaranteed for this TV.)*1 |
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USB/DLNA |
Refer to the i-Manual for supported format. |
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*1 For LAN connections, use a Category 7 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX cable (not supplied).
Licensing Information
Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing, LLC.
Fergason Patent Properties, LLC:
U.S. Patent No. 5,717,422
U.S. Patent No. 6,816,141
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
In the United States, TV Guide and TV Guide On Screen are registered trademarks of TV Guide Entertainment Group, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries or affiliates, and are used under a license by Gemstar-TV Guide International, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries. In Canada, TV Guide is a registered mark of Transcontinental Inc., and is used under a license by Gemstar-TV Guide International, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries.
The TV Guide On Screen system is manufactured under license from GemstarTV Guide International, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries.
The TV Guide On Screen system is protected by one or more of the following United States patents 6,498,895; 6,850,693; 6,396,546; 5,940,073; 6,239,794 to Gemstar-TV Guide International, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries.
Gemstar-TV Guide International, Inc. and/or its related affiliates are not in any way liable for the accuracy or availability of the program schedule information or other data in the TV Guide On Screen system and cannot guarantee service availability in your area. In no event shall Gemstar-TV Guide International, Inc. and/or its related affiliates be liable for any damages in connection with the accuracy or availability of the program schedule information or other data in the TV Guide On Screen system.
Blu-ray Disc is a trademark.
“BRAVIA” and , S-Force, Motionflow, BRAVIA Sync, and are trademarks or registered marks of Sony Corporation.
“XrossMediaBar” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. “XMB” is a trademark of Sony Corporation and Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.
“PlayStation” is a registered trademark and “PS3” is a trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.
DLNA®, the DLNA Logo and DLNA CERTIFIED™ are trademarks, service marks, or certification marks of the Digital Living Network Alliance.
Your BRAVIA TV is ENERGY STAR® qualified in the “Home” mode.
It meets strict energy
efficiency guidelines set by the U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency and
Department of Energy. ENERGY STAR is a joint program of these government agencies, designed to promote energy efficient products and practices.
Changes to certain features, settings, and functionalities of this TV (i.e. TV Guide, Picture/Sound, Light Sensor, Power Savings) can increase or change the power consumption.
Depending upon such changed settings, the power consumption may exceed the limits required for the ENERGY STAR qualification in the “Home” mode.
The 32 class has a 31.5 inch viewable image size (measured diagonally).
KDL-32EX700/40EX700/40EX703/46EX700/46EX701/46EX703/ 1 52EX700/52EX701/52EX703/60EX700/60EX701/60EX703
SPECIFICATIONS
Model name KDL- |
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60EX703 |
52EX703 |
46EX703 |
40EX703 |
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60EX701 |
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Power requirement |
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Power consumption |
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208 W |
142 W |
125 W |
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less than 0.17 W with 120 V AC and less than 0.23 W with |
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240 V AC |
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Screen size |
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60 inches |
52 inches |
46 inches |
40 inches |
31.5 inches |
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Display resolution |
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1,920 dots (horizontal) × 1,080 lines (vertical) |
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Speaker |
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34 × 160 |
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Full range with speaker |
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1 3/8 × 6 3/8 |
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Dimensions |
with stand |
(mm) |
1,431 × 909 × 386 |
1,252 × 805 × 350 |
1,118 × 730 × 280 |
985 × 655 × 280 |
811 × 539 × 250 |
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56 3/8 × 35 7/8 × 15 1/4 |
49 3/8 × 31 3/4 × 13 7/8 |
44 1/8 × 28 3/4 × 11 1/8 |
38 7/8 × 25 7/8 × 11 1/8 |
32 × 21 1/4 × 9 7/8 |
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1,431 × 877 × 66 |
1,252 × 775 × 65 |
1,118 × 698 × 65 |
985 × 623 × 64 |
811 × 507 × 65 |
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56 3/8 × 34 5/8 × 2 5/8 |
49 3/8 × 30 5/8 × 2 5/8 |
44 1/8 × 27 1/2 × 2 5/8 |
38 7/8 × 24 5/8 × 2 5/8 |
32 × 20 × 2 5/8 |
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wall-mount hole pattern (mm) |
400 × 300 |
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Mass |
with stand (kg)/(lb.) |
38.1/84.0 |
27.0/59.5 |
21.3/47.0 |
17.8/39.3 |
12.7/28.0 |
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31.3/69.0 |
22.7/50.0 |
18.4/40.6 |
14.9/32.9 |
10.7/23.6 |
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Supplied accessories |
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AC power cord (1) / Table-Top Stand (1) *1 (except KDL-60EX700/60EX701/60EX703 / models) / |
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Stand Rear Cover (1) *2 / |
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Fixing screws for Table-Top Stand (M5 × 16) (4) (except KDL-60EX700/60EX701/60EX703 models)/ |
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Assembling Screws for Table-Top Stand (M5 × 16) (4) (for KDL-40EX700/40EX703/32EX700 models)/ |
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Remote control (1) *3 / Size AAA batteries (2) / |
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USB Wireless LAN Adapter UWA-BR100 (1) (for KDL-60EX701/52EX701/46EX701 models) |
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*1 The 32" and 40" models require assembling. Refer to other leaflet to assemble the Table-Top Stand. *2 The Stand Rear Cover is attached to the Table-Top Stand for 46, 52 and 60 inch models.
*3 Please refer to the model name printed on the remote control.
•Optional accessories availability depends on its stock.
•Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
KDL-32EX700/40EX700/40EX703/46EX700/46EX701/46EX703/ 2 52EX700/52EX701/52EX703/60EX700/60EX701/60EX703
CAUTION
These servicing instructions are for use by qualified service personnel only. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the operating instructions unless you are qualified to do so.
CARRYING THE TV
•Carry the TV with the adequate number of people; larger size TVs require two or more people.
•Correct hand placement while carrying the TV is very important for safety and to avoid damage.
WARNING!!
An isolation transformer should be used during any service to avoid possible shock hazard, because of live chassis. The chassis of this receiver is directly connected to the AC power line.
! SAFETY-RELATED COMPONENT WARNING!!
Components identified by shading and ! mark on the exploded views are critical for safe operation.
Replace all components with Sony parts whose part numbers appear as shown in this manual or in supplements published by Sony. It is essential that all critical parts be replaced only with the part number specified in this manual to prevent electric shock, fire, or other hazard.
Circuit adjustments that are critical for safe operation are identified in this manual.
Follow these procedures whenever critical components are replaced or improper operation is suspected.
NOTE: Do not modify the original design without obtaining written permission from the manufacturer or you will void the original parts and labor guarantee.
KDL-32EX700/40EX700/40EX703/46EX700/46EX701/46EX703/ 3 52EX700/52EX701/52EX703/60EX700/60EX701/60EX703
WARNING AND CAUTIONS
ATTENTION!!
Ces instructions de service sont à l’usage du personnel de service qualifié seulement. Pour prévenir le risque de choc électrique, ne pas faire l’entretien autre que celui contenu dans le Mode d’emploi à moins que vous soyez qualifié faire ainsi.
POUR TRANSPORTER LE TÉLÉVISEUR
•Transportez le téléviseur avec le nombre de personnes approprié ; un téléviseur de grande taille doit être transporté par au moins deux personnes.
•Lors du transport du téléviseur, l’emplacement des mains est très important pour votre sécurité, ainsi que pour éviter de causer des dommages.
ALERTE!!
Afin d’eviter tout risque d’electrocution provenant d’un chássis sous tension, un transformateur d’isolement doit etre utilisé lors de tout dépannage. Le chássis de ce récepteur est directement raccordé à l’alimentation du secteur.
! ATTENTION AUX COMPOSANTS RELATIFS A LA SECURITE!!
Les composants identifies par une trame et par une marque ! sur les schemas de principe, les vues explosees et les listes de pieces sont d’une importance critique pour la securite du fonctionnement. Ne les remplacer que par des composants Sony dont le numero de piece est indique dans le present manuel ou dans des supplements publies par Sony. Les reglages de circuit dont l’importance est critique pour la securite du fonctionnement sont identifies dans le present manuel. Suivre ces procedures lors de chaque remplacement de composants critiques, ou lorsqu’un mauvais fonctionnement suspecte.
KDL-32EX700/40EX700/40EX703/46EX700/46EX701/46EX703/ 4 52EX700/52EX701/52EX703/60EX700/60EX701/60EX703
USE CAUTION WHEN HANDLING THE LCD PANEL
When repairing the LCD panel, be sure you are grounded by using a wrist band.
When installing the LCD panel on a wall, the LCD panel must be secured using the 4 mounting holes on the rear cover.
1)Do not press on the panel or frame edge to avoid the risk of electric shock.
2)Do not scratch or press on the panel with any sharp objects.
3)Do not leave the module in high temperatures or in areas of high humidity for an extended period of time.
4)Do not expose the LCD panel to direct sunlight.
5)Avoid contact with water. It may cause a short circuit within the module.
6)Disconnect the AC power when replacing the inverter circuit. (High voltage occurs at the inverter circuit at 650Vrms.)
7)Always clean the LCD panel with a soft cloth material.
8)Use care when handling the wires or connectors of the inverter circuit. Damaging the wires may cause a short.
9)Protect the panel from ESD to avoid damaging the electronic circuit (C-MOS).
10)During the repair, DO NOT leave the Power On for more than 1 hour while the TV is face down on a cloth.
KDL-32EX700/40EX700/40EX703/46EX700/46EX701/46EX703/ 5 52EX700/52EX701/52EX703/60EX700/60EX701/60EX703
After correcting the original service problem, perform the following safety checks before releasing the set to the customer:
1.Check the area of your repair for unsoldered or poorly soldered connections. Check the entire board surface for solder splashes and bridges.
2.Check the interboard wiring to ensure that no wires are “pinched” or touching high-wattage resistors.
3.Check that all control knobs, shields, covers, ground straps, and mounting hardware have been replaced. Be absolutely certain that you have replaced all the insulators.
4.Look for unauthorized replacement parts, particularly transistors, that were installed during a previous repair. Point them out to the customer and recommend their replacement.
5.Look for parts which, though functioning, show obvious signs of deterioration. Point them out to the customer and recommend their replacement.
6.Check the line cords for cracks and abrasion. Recommend the replacement of any such line cord to the customer.
7.Check the antenna terminals, metal trim, “metallized” knobs, screws, and all other exposed metal parts for AC leakage. Check leakage as described below.
To Exposed Metal
Parts on Set
AC
0.15 μF Voltmeter
(0.75V)
Earth Ground
Figure A. Using an AC voltmeter to check AC leakage.
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SAFETY CHECK-OUT
LEAKAGE TEST
The AC leakage from any exposed metal part to earth ground and from all exposed metal parts to any exposed metal part having a return to chassis, must not exceed 0.5 mA(500 microamperes). Leakage current can be measured by any one of three methods.
1.A commercial leakage tester, such as the Simpson 229 or RCA WT-540A. Follow the manufacturers’ instructions to use these instructions.
2.A battery-operated AC milliampmeter. The Data Precision 245 digital multimeter is suitable for this job.
3.Measuring the voltage drop across a resistor by means of a VOM or batteryoperated AC voltmeter. The “limit” indication is 0.75 V, so analog meters must have an accurate low voltage scale.
The Simpson’s 250 and Sanwa SH-63TRD are examples of passive VOMs that are suitable. Nearly all battery-operated digital multimeters that have a 2 VAC range are suitable (see Figure A).
HOW TO FIND A GOOD EARTH GROUND
A cold-water pipe is a guaranteed earth ground; the cover-plate retaining screw on most AC outlet boxes is also at earth ground.
If the retaining screw is to be used as your earth ground, verify that it is at ground by measuring the resistance between it and a cold-water pipe with an ohmmeter. The reading should be zero ohms.
If a cold-water pipe is not accessible, connect a 60-to 100-watt trouble-light (not a neon lamp) between the hot side of the receptacle and the retaining screw. Try both slots, if necessary, to locate the hot side on the line; the lamp should light at normal brilliance if the screw is at ground potential (see Figure B).
Trouble Light
Ohmmeter
AC Outlet Box
Cold-water Pipe
Figure B. Checking for earth ground.
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