Wednesday, September 20, 2017
T370XW02 - LG, Sony and Samsung LCD TV T'Con board - Schematic (Circuit diagram)
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Tuesday, September 19, 2017
TCL and Thomson - L32B2810/MT31BP-AP – Alignment procedure - how to upgrades the software – detailed description
Alignment
Procedure - MM31BP Series
These chassis
are designed for European LCD TV markets with MPEG4 for both TCL/THOMSON
brands. The main chip is from Mediatek (MT5531 series)
To
communicate with the TV product for debugging, adjustments and so, it is
required suitable 0-5V serial Interface like in the following picture
Pre-Conditions
and DC/DC Check
Before power
on, please check the board according to the relevant block diagram and circuit
diagram, and make sure that no serious issue or mistake can destroy the board.
For example, the output of DC/DC and LDO should not be shorted to ground.
Supply a suited voltage and power-on, then check the voltage according to the relevant block diagram, circuit diagram and voltage specification within 5% margin.
For example, check SoC voltage (AV3V3, VCCK-1V2, etc.), DDR voltage (DDRV) , amplifier voltage (Main_Power), etc… Only the standby voltage is necessary if there is no software in the flash.
Supply a suited voltage and power-on, then check the voltage according to the relevant block diagram, circuit diagram and voltage specification within 5% margin.
For example, check SoC voltage (AV3V3, VCCK-1V2, etc.), DDR voltage (DDRV) , amplifier voltage (Main_Power), etc… Only the standby voltage is necessary if there is no software in the flash.
SW Image
download
Download the latest release SW from below FTP server:
- Link:xxxxx
- Username: xxxxx
- Password: xxxxx
- Folder: xxxxx
OAD Transport
Stream ImageDownload the latest release SW from below FTP server:
- Link:xxxxx
- Username: xxxxx
- Password: xxxxx
- Folder: xxxxx
To manage quicker mass reflashing, a predefined OAD DVB-T channel (freq:850MHz
/ bandwidth:8MHz) is embedded to SW core and only available into Factory mode.
Some licensed IBL tools ('xxx2lli.exe', 'lli2dsm.exe', dsmmerge.exe, …) from Intellbyte Inc. http://www.intellibyte.com/ might be
necessary to create appropriate DVB SSU TS. Over some predefine settings such
as repeated datablock insertion, null packets size, … (controllable in configuration
file), here below are mandatory OUI entries structure to prepare DSM-CC
carousel image format:
[SW Entry are referring to following PKG image file name “V8-0MT310x-LF1Vyyy.pkg”
See enclosed necessary Data Broadcast Carousel configuration file format details (DBC)]
To build an
OAD TS, it’s necessary to create a temporary common and interchangeable DSM
file format using below command and arguments:
‘bin2dsm.exe -v -v -v -m0,0,"TCL_HW5881",0 -n200 -z102400 -nz -o%FILE%.dsm -h"OUI=CUST_OAD_OUI
model=CUST_OAD_HW_MODEL version=CUST_OAD_HW_VERSION vm=0xffff" -s"OUI=CUST_OAD_OUI
model=CUST_OAD_SW_MODEL version=CUST_OAD_SW_VERSION vm=0xffff" %FILE%.pkg’
Then, OAD TS can be completed using below command and arguments:
‘dsmsectn.exe -v -dvbssu -mpegts -patpmt -nit_ter -sdt -o%FILE%.ts -gTCL_HW5881.dbc %FILE%.dsm’
For more robustness, TS can be played with following presets such as modulation:QAM-64, guard interval:1/8, coding rate:2/3 to ensure ~22Mbps.
OAD reflashing process is managed within 4 steps operation: multiplex detection, DVB transfer, flashing and warm-start.
‘bin2dsm.exe -v -v -v -m0,0,"TCL_HW5881",0 -n200 -z102400 -nz -o%FILE%.dsm -h"OUI=CUST_OAD_OUI
model=CUST_OAD_HW_MODEL version=CUST_OAD_HW_VERSION vm=0xffff" -s"OUI=CUST_OAD_OUI
model=CUST_OAD_SW_MODEL version=CUST_OAD_SW_VERSION vm=0xffff" %FILE%.pkg’
Then, OAD TS can be completed using below command and arguments:
‘dsmsectn.exe -v -dvbssu -mpegts -patpmt -nit_ter -sdt -o%FILE%.ts -gTCL_HW5881.dbc %FILE%.dsm’
For more robustness, TS can be played with following presets such as modulation:QAM-64, guard interval:1/8, coding rate:2/3 to ensure ~22Mbps.
OAD reflashing process is managed within 4 steps operation: multiplex detection, DVB transfer, flashing and warm-start.
UART & IR
Parser
To use both UART and/or IR parser, TV has to be set in Factory mode with its VGA port well connected to suitable UART device or an IR emitter device correctly facing up TV (see below “Product Assembly - section 2.0”
How to activate “Factory key”).
The SoC’s RS232 mode is automatically enabled at power-on and doesn’t require any command initialization frame. <0x30 0x30 0x30 0x2E 0x30 0x65 0x30 0x74 0x30 0x0D 0xE2> from host to TV.
So correctly setup UART parser engine for further serial communication, it’s necessary to send following command frame <0xAA 0x06 0x10 0x01 0xA7 0xEF> within following COM presets 115200/8/n/1; “PS” caption might be toggled and displayed on bottom left screen (“S” like Serial) if successful.
To communicate with TV depending on SIACP revision layout implementation, you may need to fulfill UART/IR commands protocol and format described on enclosed SIACP requirements document.
To use both UART and/or IR parser, TV has to be set in Factory mode with its VGA port well connected to suitable UART device or an IR emitter device correctly facing up TV (see below “Product Assembly - section 2.0”
How to activate “Factory key”).
The SoC’s RS232 mode is automatically enabled at power-on and doesn’t require any command initialization frame. <0x30 0x30 0x30 0x2E 0x30 0x65 0x30 0x74 0x30 0x0D 0xE2> from host to TV.
So correctly setup UART parser engine for further serial communication, it’s necessary to send following command frame <0xAA 0x06 0x10 0x01 0xA7 0xEF> within following COM presets 115200/8/n/1; “PS” caption might be toggled and displayed on bottom left screen (“S” like Serial) if successful.
To communicate with TV depending on SIACP revision layout implementation, you may need to fulfill UART/IR commands protocol and format described on enclosed SIACP requirements document.
Project ID Modification
There are different IDs stored into system memory depending on different Panels settings and Models features, but there’s only one key branching ProjectID that includes all. So, it’s not recommended to modify PaneID with
Hyper terminal as other ID features may not change.
To modify ProjectID, you need to go through “Factory menu - Other - Project info - Project ID”, then spin left or right with RCU “◄/►” key” keys to suitable ID (Project name is dynamically refreshed).
Below is none exhaustive Project ID table for reference. Project list and all relative information are dispatched and updated as a new firmware package is released.
32T3520 MT31BP 109 PANEL_CS2_ST3151A04
32B2800 MT31BP 110 PANEL_CS2_ST3151A04
32B2610S MT31BP 111 PANEL_CS2_ST3151A04
32B2600 MT31BP 108 PANEL_CS2_ST3151A04
23E4200 MT31BP 113 PANEL_SS_LSC230AN0
24T3520 MT31BP 114 PANEL_AUO_M240HTN01
24B2500 MT31BP 115 PANEL_CM5_V236BJ1_P03
28T3520 MT31BP 116 PANEL_CS5_ST2751A01
28B2500B MT31BP 107 PANEL_CS5_ST2751A01
24B2800 MT31BP 117 PANEL_CM1_ V236BJ1_LE2
32T3520 MT31BP 109 PANEL_CS2_ST3151A04
24B2500 MT31BP 115 PANEL_CM5_V236BJ1_P03
28T3520 MT31BP 116 PANEL_CS5_ST2751A01
28B2500B MT31BP 107 PANEL_CS5_ST2751A01
24B2800 MT31BP 117 PANEL_CM1_ V236BJ1_LE2
32T3520 MT31BP 109 PANEL_CS2_ST3151A04
Once the
boards (chassis, KB, IR, PSU…) and the panel are well interconnected, plug all
suitable signals generator to relevant below inputs/outputs using respective
test patterns format to check picture/sound quality.
Picture/Video
formats and Audio tones can be changed by the factory according to their own
standard and broadcasted signals (ie: 1KHz & 3KHz, sweep, …
DDC &
EDID & T-Link Test
The E-EDID
data structures are according to VESA Enhanced EDID 1.4a (and EIA/CEA-861B for
HDMI)..
All VGA and HDMI structures have their own BIN profile which are part of firmware and uploaded at power-on.
For EDID check, it’s recommended to check whether the correct EDID is uploaded by checking corresponding EDID NVM Checksum or read them out to check bit by bit if it is in line with the released EDID bin file.
All VGA and HDMI structures have their own BIN profile which are part of firmware and uploaded at power-on.
For EDID check, it’s recommended to check whether the correct EDID is uploaded by checking corresponding EDID NVM Checksum or read them out to check bit by bit if it is in line with the released EDID bin file.
HDCP Upgrade
and Test
For HDCP
compliancy, it’s needed to check whether the HDCP key has been well set by
connecting suitable generator signal.
IP Return
Test
How to
upgrade MAC address using USB
All MT31
series platform support IP return function according to CI+ v1.3.
Here is some representative code example: 40-8B-F6-90-4D-53
Here is some representative code example: 40-8B-F6-90-4D-53
Factory Menu
Follow the below steps to pop-up the Factory menu in case of “FactoryKey” is disabled:
- Press RCU “MENU” key to display main menu
- Select “Picture” and press “OK” key to enter into Picture submenu
- Scroll down to “Contrast” item
- Press the subsequence RCU keys “9”, “7”, “3” and “5”
In case of “FactoryKey” is enabled, just press RCU “Return” key to pop-up again the Factory menu.
The status of “Factory Key” can be changed in “Factory Menu->Hotkey”
Press RCU “OK/►” key to enter the submenu.
Press RCU “Menu” key to go back to the root menu.
Press RCU “◄/►” key to change the values.
Press RCU “OK” key run the function.
Press RCU “Exit” key to exit the Factory menu.
Follow the below steps to pop-up the Factory menu in case of “FactoryKey” is disabled:
- Press RCU “MENU” key to display main menu
- Select “Picture” and press “OK” key to enter into Picture submenu
- Scroll down to “Contrast” item
- Press the subsequence RCU keys “9”, “7”, “3” and “5”
In case of “FactoryKey” is enabled, just press RCU “Return” key to pop-up again the Factory menu.
The status of “Factory Key” can be changed in “Factory Menu->Hotkey”
Press RCU “OK/►” key to enter the submenu.
Press RCU “Menu” key to go back to the root menu.
Press RCU “◄/►” key to change the values.
Press RCU “OK” key run the function.
Press RCU “Exit” key to exit the Factory menu.
While “FactoryKey” is enabled, there’re some toggled display informations (~2s) relative to SW, ProjectID, CI+, NetworkID to facilitate 100% quick screening without accessing to whatever else menu.
Channel Map
Preset
Region channel Maps are stored in the firmware and can be directly preloaded via Factory menu.
Other faster methods via UART/IR commands are available on enclosed SIACP requirements.
Region channel Maps are stored in the firmware and can be directly preloaded via Factory menu.
Other faster methods via UART/IR commands are available on enclosed SIACP requirements.
Warm-up Test
Following TCL standard and practices, it’s required minimum 15min of Warm-Up that can be considered as Burn-In. Additional Aging for White Balance alignment is no more necessary due to consistent Picture Performance with Cloning usage.
This function is accessible by selecting “Factory menu èBurning Mode”, pressing RCU “OK/►” key, to release/disable Burn-in mode, it’s just required to press “Menu” button from local keyboard. Other faster methods via UART/IR commands are available on enclosed SIACP requirements.
Following TCL standard and practices, it’s required minimum 15min of Warm-Up that can be considered as Burn-In. Additional Aging for White Balance alignment is no more necessary due to consistent Picture Performance with Cloning usage.
This function is accessible by selecting “Factory menu èBurning Mode”, pressing RCU “OK/►” key, to release/disable Burn-in mode, it’s just required to press “Menu” button from local keyboard. Other faster methods via UART/IR commands are available on enclosed SIACP requirements.
White Balance
Touch-Up (Golden sample)
As some color coordinates discrepancies can be noticed from panel batches to others, it may necessary to perform slight touch-up.
For Color temperature adjustment, switch TV on leading HDMI input where should be connected suitable generator providing following format 1280x720p@60Hz test pattern. A 32 steps grey scale is recommended to assess relevant calorimetric tracking and low/high light saturation points.
As some color coordinates discrepancies can be noticed from panel batches to others, it may necessary to perform slight touch-up.
For Color temperature adjustment, switch TV on leading HDMI input where should be connected suitable generator providing following format 1280x720p@60Hz test pattern. A 32 steps grey scale is recommended to assess relevant calorimetric tracking and low/high light saturation points.
Make sure
Picture Preset is set to “DYNAMIC” mode, both “Contrast” and “Backlight”
bargraph are set to “100” (maximum), “Gamma” bar graph are set to “0” (2.2
nominal) and that both “Energy Saving” and “Light Sensor” are set to “Off” from
“ECO Settings” subsection.
Ensure that TV is in Factory mode to access to ”White Balance” adjustment submenu, then scroll down to toggle off “Pic. Enhance” flag.
PC VGA, CMP YPrPb, SCART RGB, CVBS_PAL/SECAM Gain/Offset matrix offsets locations are relative to HDMI/DTV.
Warm and Cool Tone are relatives to Normal mode. WB adjust need to fix default G Gain .
> “Gain” registers set need to be adjusted at 70IRE.
> “Offsets” registers set can be adjusted at 30IRE, but it’s not recommended to keep them defaulted.
Note: All matrix offsets locations can be individually fine-tuned.
Ensure that TV is in Factory mode to access to ”White Balance” adjustment submenu, then scroll down to toggle off “Pic. Enhance” flag.
PC VGA, CMP YPrPb, SCART RGB, CVBS_PAL/SECAM Gain/Offset matrix offsets locations are relative to HDMI/DTV.
Warm and Cool Tone are relatives to Normal mode. WB adjust need to fix default G Gain .
> “Gain” registers set need to be adjusted at 70IRE.
> “Offsets” registers set can be adjusted at 30IRE, but it’s not recommended to keep them defaulted.
Note: All matrix offsets locations can be individually fine-tuned.
Targets and Tolerances for all inputs
Note: The White balance value is right conformed by PQ Engineer , Except PQ Engineer, anybody can not change the white balance value and Default value.
The measured and adjustable parameters should be mainly “x”, “y” coordinates (see “TCL EU Picture Quality Requirements for FPDs” for reference).
The signal level check has been down in R&D, Factory should not adjust the scaling Brightness , scaling contrast and scaling saturation.
The White Balance alignment should be performed using a well calibrated and contact less analyzer (ex: CA310). The analyzer may not touch the screen surface, and measurement must be performed in a dark environment keeping the probe(s) at 90+/-2° from the panel center.
(The results should fulfill following TCL matching requirements (Minolta CA210-CH00 based):
Cloning
To operate master/golden clone and reuse it further on demand, please to follow below Cloning SOP: Cloning Procedure for MT5531 Series (v1
All underused BIN image files need to be used strictly with MT5531 SoC platform as depending on SW structure.
Other faster access methods via UART/IR commands are available on enclosed SIACP requirements.
SHOP-END Test
At final process stage, it’s necessary to perform “Reset shop” before any packing to leave Factory mode and restore User default presets
This function is accessible by selecting “Factory menu ÆReset Shop”, then pressing RCU “OK/►” key. Other faster methods via UART/IR commands are available on enclosed SIACP requirements.
“Reset Shop” presets should follow “MT5531_EU_OOB_MenuSetting_step1_Base_01.doc” document.
Note: A password might be required in case of Parental Control function is locked, use default “1234” password or “0423” super password to clean-up existing ones if forgotten
How to upgrade SW FLASH using MTK tool
Connect UART interface to suitable manufacturing TV input connector (note that PC connector requires TVs on “Factory mode”)
> Launch MTK tool with version above v0.6.7
> Set right SoC template (ex: MT53xx)
> Select “Tool” button
> Press “Browse” button to select the corresponding SW bin file to upload (ex: V8-0MT3101-LF1Vxxx.bin)
> Supply the SSB to required voltage
> Press “Upgrade” button and appear the below picture
> Select NOR flash type and press “OK” button to start downloading the SW and wait the gauge displayed “100%” that means the SW has been successfully downloaded.
In the meanwhile, all operations such erasing flash and so… are parsed into the debug window script
> When upgrade is completed, remove UART connection
> Restart SSB (chassis) or TV and wait few seconds for Eeprom update
> Remember to perform “Factory menuÆReset ALL“ and then press RCU “OK/►” key if there’s not any subsequent cloning operation.
How to
upgrade FLASH SW using USB
>
Power-off or switch TV to standby (LED should light on)
> Copy the
corresponding SW PKG image (ex: “V8-0MT310x-LF1Vxxx.pkg”) into USB stick (pen
drive) root path and rename it to “upgrade.pkg”
> Plug USB stick to the TV
> While power-on TV if previously off (LED status off), press “Power” button from local keyboard during few seconds to start upgrading process
> Release “Power” button once LED is blinking or USB stick starts blinking, TV is uploading SW BIN image
> When reflashing is successful, TV should restart automatically after ~2min
Info: If TV doesn’t restart and LED is lightening on, an error may occurred during flashing, check the set, PKG file integrity and try again from 1st step
> Remove USB stick
> Remember to perform “Factory menuèReset ALL“ or “Factory menuèReset Shop“ and then press RCU “OK/►” key if there’s not any subsequent cloning operation
> Switch off TV by removing AC cord
> Reconnect AC cord to restart TV and wait few seconds for Eeprom update
Note: If “Reset Shop” was performed, a “Welcome Setup” menu should be displayed, otherwise new SW version should be displayed into relevant Factory mode caption info or on bottom of “Factory menu“
> Plug USB stick to the TV
> While power-on TV if previously off (LED status off), press “Power” button from local keyboard during few seconds to start upgrading process
> Release “Power” button once LED is blinking or USB stick starts blinking, TV is uploading SW BIN image
> When reflashing is successful, TV should restart automatically after ~2min
Info: If TV doesn’t restart and LED is lightening on, an error may occurred during flashing, check the set, PKG file integrity and try again from 1st step
> Remove USB stick
> Remember to perform “Factory menuèReset ALL“ or “Factory menuèReset Shop“ and then press RCU “OK/►” key if there’s not any subsequent cloning operation
> Switch off TV by removing AC cord
> Reconnect AC cord to restart TV and wait few seconds for Eeprom update
Note: If “Reset Shop” was performed, a “Welcome Setup” menu should be displayed, otherwise new SW version should be displayed into relevant Factory mode caption info or on bottom of “Factory menu“
Upgrade
without Loader (Customer mode)
> Copy the corresponding SW PKG image (ex: “V8-0MT310x-LF1Vxxx.pkg”) into USB stick (pen drive) root path and rename it to “upgrade.pkg”
> Plug USB stick to the TV
> TV will automatically detect new SW to upgrade and displays
> Copy the corresponding SW PKG image (ex: “V8-0MT310x-LF1Vxxx.pkg”) into USB stick (pen drive) root path and rename it to “upgrade.pkg”
> Plug USB stick to the TV
> TV will automatically detect new SW to upgrade and displays
> Press
RCU “OK/►” key to start upgrading process and follow instructions till
reflashing is successful
> Remove USB stick
> Remember to perform “Factory menuÆReset ALL“ or “Factory menuÆReset Shop“ and then press RCU “OK/►” key if there’s not any subsequent cloning operation
> Switch off TV by removing AC cord
> Reconnect AC cord to restart TV and wait few seconds for Eeprom update
Note: If “Reset Shop” was performed, a “Welcome Setup” menu should be displayed, otherwise new SW version should be displayed into relevant Factory mode caption info or on bottom of “Factory menu“
> Remove USB stick
> Remember to perform “Factory menuÆReset ALL“ or “Factory menuÆReset Shop“ and then press RCU “OK/►” key if there’s not any subsequent cloning operation
> Switch off TV by removing AC cord
> Reconnect AC cord to restart TV and wait few seconds for Eeprom update
Note: If “Reset Shop” was performed, a “Welcome Setup” menu should be displayed, otherwise new SW version should be displayed into relevant Factory mode caption info or on bottom of “Factory menu“
How to
upgrade FLASH SW using OAD
OAD
Reflashing
> Power-on
TV
> Set TV to Factory mode (enable Factory key) and/or Burn-in mode if necessary
> Connect RF antenna or whatever air antenna with suitable amplifier from any digital broadcasting system (ex: DTA-115 Multi-Standard VHF/UHF Modulator – http://www.dektec.com/products/PCI/DTA-155/
> Play DVB MPEG SSU TS, that includes suitable PKG SW image, with right presets (850MHz/8MHz/…) detailed on above 1.2 section
> Send OAD manufacturing IR code [08d/60d] (refer to SIACP document rev. v5.9 for further information) or go to “Factory menuèOtherèOAD update“ and then press RCU “OK/►” key
> OAD will start automatically and several pop-up messages such as scanning/searching, downloading and flashing will be skipped (acknowledged by default)
> Set TV to Factory mode (enable Factory key) and/or Burn-in mode if necessary
> Connect RF antenna or whatever air antenna with suitable amplifier from any digital broadcasting system (ex: DTA-115 Multi-Standard VHF/UHF Modulator – http://www.dektec.com/products/PCI/DTA-155/
> Play DVB MPEG SSU TS, that includes suitable PKG SW image, with right presets (850MHz/8MHz/…) detailed on above 1.2 section
> Send OAD manufacturing IR code [08d/60d] (refer to SIACP document rev. v5.9 for further information) or go to “Factory menuèOtherèOAD update“ and then press RCU “OK/►” key
> OAD will start automatically and several pop-up messages such as scanning/searching, downloading and flashing will be skipped (acknowledged by default)
> Once
upgrading completed, TV may restart automatically after warm start and implicit
Reset All (in case of NVM mapping/signature change) in previous Factory and/or
Burn-in mode
How to
change ProjectID with RCU
* Process
following subsequence IR codes to change projectID: 062598+MENU+xxx
(xxx:ProjectID, ex: 003)
* Restart TV
* Restart TV
“How to
Upgrade HDCP KEY by UART
> Connect
UART interface to suitable manufacturing TV input connector
> Launch MTK tool with version above User Tool: FlashTo0l.exe
> Open Flash Tool, Select menu bar Confing Item. Select Flash Download option .
> Launch MTK tool with version above User Tool: FlashTo0l.exe
> Open Flash Tool, Select menu bar Confing Item. Select Flash Download option .
> Click on
“Flash Download option” button and Into option menu.
> Seting Start Address:0x007b0000, Area Length:0x00010000. Select OK.
> Seting Start Address:0x007b0000, Area Length:0x00010000. Select OK.
> Select
menu upgrade icon .and Load bin File need Hdcp key.
> Select Upgrade Icon .
> Select Upgrade Icon .
[[Attention:
If the upgrade is not successful, Press the computer ESC key when hold on TV,
waiting for TV finish up after the upgrade.]]
How to
upgrade CI Key using USB
> Copy
corresponding “*.key” files into USB stick (pen drive) root path, and renamed
them as following “TCL_*.key” if necessary
> Under USB root path, create a new folder named as “XX_” (once the CI key is overwritten, the matching key file will be moved to this folder)
> Plug USB stick to the TV
> Under USB root path, create a new folder named as “XX_” (once the CI key is overwritten, the matching key file will be moved to this folder)
> Plug USB stick to the TV
> Go to
“Factory menuèOtherèUpdate CI+ CredentialèUpdate From USB“ and then press RCU “OK/►”
key
The “Valid”
flag should now be enabled (turns to “Yes”), “Custom Code” should displayed
“TCL” and “Serial Num.” field should updated with Key number.
> Remove USB stick
Note: If unfortunately the process failed, you may need to download new CI key and repeat operation again.
> Remove USB stick
Note: If unfortunately the process failed, you may need to download new CI key and repeat operation again.
How to
upgrade CI Key using MTK tool
> Connect
UART interface to suitable manufacturing TV input connector
> Launch MTK tool with version above v2.48-05
> Click on “Browse” button and select "All files(*.*)" filter, then browse any “*.key” file.
> Modify "Custom Burning Address:" to "790000", then start to upgrade
> Restart TV
> Go to “Factory menuèOtherèUpdate CI+ CredentialèUpdate CI+ Credential”, then press RCU ”OK/►” key. The “Valid” flag should now be enabled (turns to “Yes”), “Custom Code” should display “TCL” and corresponding “Serial Number” should be updated as well.
> Remove UART connection
Note: If unfortunately the process failed, you may need to download new CI key and repeat operation again.
> Launch MTK tool with version above v2.48-05
> Click on “Browse” button and select "All files(*.*)" filter, then browse any “*.key” file.
> Modify "Custom Burning Address:" to "790000", then start to upgrade
> Restart TV
> Go to “Factory menuèOtherèUpdate CI+ CredentialèUpdate CI+ Credential”, then press RCU ”OK/►” key. The “Valid” flag should now be enabled (turns to “Yes”), “Custom Code” should display “TCL” and corresponding “Serial Number” should be updated as well.
> Remove UART connection
Note: If unfortunately the process failed, you may need to download new CI key and repeat operation again.
How to upgrade
MAC address using USB
MAC for USB
upgrade method as following:
> Create a new folder(name: _MAC) in the USB disk root directory.
> Put the MAC file into the root directory of the USB disk
> Inster the USB disk into TV,in the factory menu,selected other->Update MAC address->Update From USB
> Create a new folder(name: _MAC) in the USB disk root directory.
> Put the MAC file into the root directory of the USB disk
> Inster the USB disk into TV,in the factory menu,selected other->Update MAC address->Update From USB
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Konka and Thomson KIP L145E06C2-01 - KIP L140E06C2 01 - SMPS schematic
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Sunday, September 17, 2017
Philips LCD TV 24PFL5505, 24PFL4505, 32PFL4305, 32PFL3305, 42PFL3505 - (MS19C) Service mode, software update, SMPS schematic
Applicable to: Philips24PFL4505, Philips32PFL4305, Philips32PFL3305, Philips42PFL3505 LCD TVs
Service ProcedureMS19C-AP is the latest design especially for LCD TV products selling in Indian market.
It features by its high integration, easy debugging as well as convenience in terms of maintenance. Fast software upgrade through USB disk facilitates both manufacture and after service.
Design Menu accessing way.
Press the Menu button of remote control and then select Contrast item of Picture sub-menu.
Finally, press 1, 9, 5, 0 consecutively.
Press the Up/Dn button in remote control to select the desired item and Left/Right to toggle among or execute the available options.
DESIGN HOTKEY
When the "DESIGN HOTKEY" item of Design Menu is enabled [ON], press A/CH button of remote control can access DESIGN MENU quickly.
[HOTKEY is used for Quick Access of Design Menu]
SHOP INIT (SHOP MENU)
Contain many options which can be chosen according to the requirements of customers as default settings when the TV leave factory.
Press the Up/Dn button in remote control to select certain item and Left /Right to toggle among the available options.
SOUND SETTING
In sound setting you can set sound parameter to satisfy your standard.
Sound mode including STEREO, MUSIC, NEWS, PERSONAL.
In each mode there are five EQ parameters. You can set the frequency band parameters. After changing the parameters, comes out from the Design Mode. The new setting will be available for the Customer.
You can also change the USB SOUND MODE parameters.
The SUBVOLUME is plus of Main VOLUME, the default numerical is ZERO (0)
[Do not change the SUBVOLUME default value.]
LANGUAGE SETTING
In Language Setting, there are seven (7) languages available for customer selection.
You can set it to ON if you need any language. After exiting from Design Menu, you can access the available language in "FUNCTION" item of User Menu.
The default language in Language Setting is ENGLISH.
[Do not change language setting other than ENGLISH]
The default language in Language Setting is ENGLISH.
[Do not change language setting other than ENGLISH]
Software
upgrade
Method 1
1) Ensure the software you are using has a correct file name (If the resolution of panel is 1920*1080, the name should be TCL_MS19C_UPDATE_FHD.bin, If the resolution is 1366*768, file name should be TCL_MS19C_UPDATE.bin),
Method 1
1) Ensure the software you are using has a correct file name (If the resolution of panel is 1920*1080, the name should be TCL_MS19C_UPDATE_FHD.bin, If the resolution is 1366*768, file name should be TCL_MS19C_UPDATE.bin),
Copy it
to the root directory of USB disk.
2)
Insert the USB disk to the USB socket of the set.
3) Press Menu button of remote control, and select Contrast item of Picture sub menu, then press 1 9 5 0 consecutively, there you go the DESIGN MENU.
3) Press Menu button of remote control, and select Contrast item of Picture sub menu, then press 1 9 5 0 consecutively, there you go the DESIGN MENU.
4)
In DESIGN MENU, Go to the FACTORY MENU,select USB UPDATE item and press the
right button of remote control to start upgrade.
5) When prompt of “Update finished” show on the screen, do AC Power ON/OFF.
6)
Enter the DESIGN Menu,then FACTORY MENU again, and check the software
information (Version/Date/Product model) at the bottom of menu.
If the project
name is not the one you wanted, you are recommended to change the Project ID as
per following "Project ID selecting" procedure. (Shown below)
Method
2
1) Ensure the software file have correct file name (Refer to Method 1), copy it to the root directory of USB disk.
1) Ensure the software file have correct file name (Refer to Method 1), copy it to the root directory of USB disk.
2) Insert the USB disk to the USB socket of the set.
3) Press CH- button on key board and AC switch on the set at the same time. Wait for 10 seconds and then release the CH- button to start upgrade.
4) When prompt “Update finished” show on the screen, do AC Power ON/OFF.
3) Press CH- button on key board and AC switch on the set at the same time. Wait for 10 seconds and then release the CH- button to start upgrade.
4) When prompt “Update finished” show on the screen, do AC Power ON/OFF.
[use
Method 1 to upgrade if the set can work properly. In some circumstances, such
as no picture, Method 2 could be an alternative. During the upgrade procedure, never switch OFF the AC power supply.]
Project
ID selecting
1) Press Menu button of remote control, then select Contrast item of Picture sub-menu; press 1,9,5,0 consecutively, there you go the DESIGN MENU.
2) Select the SERVICE MENU item, press OK or RIGHT button of the remote to enter the sub-menu;
3) Select the PROJECT ID item, press OK or RIGHT button of the remote to enter the sub-menu;
4) Press RIGHT or LEFT button of the remote to select the ID you want.
5) After ID selection, press MENU button of the remote to exit DESIGN MENU.
6) Finally, do AC POWER ON/OFF.
1) Press Menu button of remote control, then select Contrast item of Picture sub-menu; press 1,9,5,0 consecutively, there you go the DESIGN MENU.
2) Select the SERVICE MENU item, press OK or RIGHT button of the remote to enter the sub-menu;
3) Select the PROJECT ID item, press OK or RIGHT button of the remote to enter the sub-menu;
4) Press RIGHT or LEFT button of the remote to select the ID you want.
5) After ID selection, press MENU button of the remote to exit DESIGN MENU.
6) Finally, do AC POWER ON/OFF.
Voltage chart
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Saturday, September 16, 2017
AOC L42H961 – 42 inch LCD TV – password lock, factory mode (Service mode), SMPS and Back-light inverter schematic, troubleshooting
Password Setting: Change the 4-numeral parental control password.
Three steps are required for changing the password:
Enter Old Password > Enter New Password > Confirm New Password.
Note: This item is only available in TV, Composite and S-Video source modes.
The default password is 0 0 0 0 .
Parental Control: provide the parental Control (V-chip) function setting.
Three steps are required for changing the password:
Enter Old Password > Enter New Password > Confirm New Password.
Note: This item is only available in TV, Composite and S-Video source modes.
The default password is 0 0 0 0 .
Parental Control: provide the parental Control (V-chip) function setting.
Before entering the Parental Control sub-menu, user has to key in the password first.
Enter the Parental Locks item, then the user can modify the restricted table about MPAA or TV Rating respectively.
While exiting the sub-menu, the parental control function is working.
The inhibitive channels or source signals can be un-lock through pressing the V-CHIP key on the remote control and then key in the correct password.
Note: This feature is only available in TV, Composite and S-Video source modes.
(The default password is: 0 0 0 0.)
Button Lock – Select On or Off to lock or unlock the control buttons on the side panel of the TV.
Button Lock – Select On or Off to lock or unlock the control buttons on the side panel of the TV.
When this function enables, the control buttons on your TV will be locked and TV will be controlled by remote control only.
Block Unrated TV – When Block Unrated TV is set to on, your TV will block unrated program.
USA Parental Locks – Set the parental control level by MPAA or TV Rating.
Canadian Parental Locks – Set the parental control level by English Rating or French Rating.
Open V-Chip – Open V-Chip is an advanced V-Chip rating system for digital channels that are received.
The rating table will be updated by downloading the RRT5 data for blocking.
Inverter Board 715G3358 schematic - AOC L42H961
Block Unrated TV – When Block Unrated TV is set to on, your TV will block unrated program.
USA Parental Locks – Set the parental control level by MPAA or TV Rating.
Canadian Parental Locks – Set the parental control level by English Rating or French Rating.
Open V-Chip – Open V-Chip is an advanced V-Chip rating system for digital channels that are received.
The rating table will be updated by downloading the RRT5 data for blocking.
Factory mode
(service mode)
In the TV
mode adjust volume to zero, press menu key and then press number key 1 - 9 - 9 -
9.
It will achieve
the factory mode.
Press the “Exit”
button on remote control to quit from factory mode.
Quick troubleshooting
Abnormal display
Can't start
No display
No Power
Power (SMPS)
board 715G3351-H - Circuit diagram (Schematic) AOC L42H9651
For HDTV
Set-Top Boxes with DVI
1. Turn off the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box.
2. Using a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to your HDTV Set-Top Box and the HDMI end to the HDMI Input at the rear of the HDTV.
3. Turn on the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box.
4. Select HDMI using the SOURCE button on the remote, side of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI/PC button on the Remote Control.
1. Turn off the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box.
2. Using a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to your HDTV Set-Top Box and the HDMI end to the HDMI Input at the rear of the HDTV.
3. Turn on the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box.
4. Select HDMI using the SOURCE button on the remote, side of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI/PC button on the Remote Control.
Connecting
your HDTV Set-Top Box (Better)
1. Turn off the
HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box
2. Connect
the Pr (red color) connector on your HDTV Set-Top Box to the corresponding Pr
(red color) connector in the Component group.
3. Connect the Pb (blue color) connector on your HDTV Set-Top Box to the corresponding Pb (blue color) connector in the Component group.
4. Connect the Y (green color) connector on your HDTV Set-Top Box to the corresponding Y (green color) connector in the Component group.
5. Using an audio cable (red and white connectors), connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with the Component output on your HDTV Set-Top Box and connect the other end to the audio connectors associated with the Component.
6. Turn on the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box.
7. Select Component using the SOURCE button on the remote, side of the HDTV or directly by pressing the COMP button on the Remote Control.
3. Connect the Pb (blue color) connector on your HDTV Set-Top Box to the corresponding Pb (blue color) connector in the Component group.
4. Connect the Y (green color) connector on your HDTV Set-Top Box to the corresponding Y (green color) connector in the Component group.
5. Using an audio cable (red and white connectors), connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with the Component output on your HDTV Set-Top Box and connect the other end to the audio connectors associated with the Component.
6. Turn on the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box.
7. Select Component using the SOURCE button on the remote, side of the HDTV or directly by pressing the COMP button on the Remote Control.
Using
Component Video
Connecting your DVD Player (Better)
Connecting your DVD Player (Better)
1. Turn off the
HDTV and DVD player.
2. Connect the Pr (red color) connector on your DVD player to the corresponding Pr (red color) connector in the Component at the rear of the HDTV.
3. Connect the Pb (blue color) connector on your DVD player to the corresponding Pb (blue color) connector in the Component group at the rear of the HDTV.
2. Connect the Pr (red color) connector on your DVD player to the corresponding Pr (red color) connector in the Component at the rear of the HDTV.
3. Connect the Pb (blue color) connector on your DVD player to the corresponding Pb (blue color) connector in the Component group at the rear of the HDTV.
4. Connect
the Y (green color) connector on your DVD player to the corresponding Y (green
color) connector in the Component group at the rear of the HDTV.
5. Using an audio cable (red and white connectors), connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with the Component output on your DVD player and connect the other end to the audio connectors associated with the Component input at the rear of the HDTV.
6. Turn on the HDTV and DVD player.
7. Select Component using the SOURCE button on the remote, side of the HDTV or directly by pressing the COMP button on the Remote Control.
5. Using an audio cable (red and white connectors), connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with the Component output on your DVD player and connect the other end to the audio connectors associated with the Component input at the rear of the HDTV.
6. Turn on the HDTV and DVD player.
7. Select Component using the SOURCE button on the remote, side of the HDTV or directly by pressing the COMP button on the Remote Control.
Connecting
Your VCR or Video Camera
1. Turn off the
HDTV and VCR or Video Camera.
2. Connect the S-Video jack on the rear of your VCR or Video Camera to the S-Video jack in the AV group on the rear of the HDTV.
3. Connect an audio cable (white and red connectors) cable to the audio output connectors associated with the S-Video output on your VCR or Video Camera and connect the other end to the audio connectors associated with the AV input on the rear of the HDTV.
4. Turn on the HDTV and VCR or Video Camera.
5. Select AV using the SOURCE button on the remote, side of the HDTV or directly by pressing the VIDEO button on the Remote Control.
2. Connect the S-Video jack on the rear of your VCR or Video Camera to the S-Video jack in the AV group on the rear of the HDTV.
3. Connect an audio cable (white and red connectors) cable to the audio output connectors associated with the S-Video output on your VCR or Video Camera and connect the other end to the audio connectors associated with the AV input on the rear of the HDTV.
4. Turn on the HDTV and VCR or Video Camera.
5. Select AV using the SOURCE button on the remote, side of the HDTV or directly by pressing the VIDEO button on the Remote Control.
Connecting to
a PC
1. Turn off the
HDTV and PC.
2. Connect a 15-pin D-Sub RGB (VGA) cable to the RGB output of your PC and the other end to the VGA input at the rear of the HDTV.
3. Connect the Audio Out on your computer to the AUDIO input at the rear of the HDTV.
4. Turn on the HDTV and PC.
5. Select VGA using the SOURCE button on the remote, side of the HDTV or directly by pressing the HDMI/PC button on the Remote.
2. Connect a 15-pin D-Sub RGB (VGA) cable to the RGB output of your PC and the other end to the VGA input at the rear of the HDTV.
3. Connect the Audio Out on your computer to the AUDIO input at the rear of the HDTV.
4. Turn on the HDTV and PC.
5. Select VGA using the SOURCE button on the remote, side of the HDTV or directly by pressing the HDMI/PC button on the Remote.
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Wednesday, September 13, 2017
Philips 26LL590121- CRT TV, Service mode and adjustments, convergence adjustments, How to test an opto-isolator, How to check a programmable regulator IC and more....
Common to all models of Philips large screen CRT TV sets 0n F8 Chassis
POWER SUPPLY DESCRIPTIONThe F8 chassis family uses a free-running switch-mode power supply with a single controller IC. As AC power is applied to the set, approximately 160volts DC is developed by the bridge rectifiers and fed to the primary winding of the power transformer, then to the FET switch. The start voltage for the power supply is taken from the hot leg of the AC input. This voltage goes to controller IC 7520. A separate operating voltage is developed from the power transformer, rectified, and applied to IC 7520. The power supply is on all the time; there is no standby mode. The set is turned on and off by the microprocessor switching the +8 volt regulator on and off. The +8 volt is the supply voltage for the signal processor.
IC7520 is regulated by means of a feedback circuit, monitoring the +11 volt secondary line. Any voltage variations are reflected back to the controller IC 7520 through an Opto-Coupler IC and change the operating frequency of the power supply as needed. REMEMBER TO USE AN ISOLATION TRANSFORMER WHEN SERVICING THIS CHASSIS.
Complete Circuit Description
When AC is applied, current flow through the Bridge Rectifier circuit causes two simultaneous events to occur:
1. Capacitor 2508 begins to charge to 160 volts DC.
2. Capacitor 2540 begins to charge to 14.5 volts DC.
When capacitor 2508 is fully charged, 160 volts is applied to the drain of 7518, through transformer 5545. When capacitor 2540 is fully charged, 14.5 volts is applied to pin 1 of 7520. This voltage will cause 7520 to begin oscillating and putting out a pulse train on pin 3. These pulses will cause 7518 to conduct which will cause a field to build up in the primary winding of transformer 5545. When this field collapses, a field will be induced in the secondary windings. Pins 8 and 9 of 5545 will output to diode 6540, which will rectify the pulses. Capacitor 2540 will filter the pulses and provide approximately 12.5 volts to pin 1 of 7520. This now becomes the RUN voltage for 7520.
Feedback control is accomplished by monitoring the 140 volt line. The 140 volt, +VBATT supply is sent through resistor 3571 to pin 3 of the Programmable Regulator IC, 7570. This regulator will turn on at 2.5 volts DC. Current will then begin to flow through the diode portion of the Opto-Isolator IC, 7581. The intensity of light caused by this current flow will then control the conduction of the transistor portion of 7581. The voltage appearing on pin 4 of 7581 is then monitored by pin 14 of 7520 where it is compared to a 2.5 volt reference voltage. Changes felt on pin 14 will control the width of the pulses coming out of pin 3. These pulse changes will determine the “on” time of 7518
F8 CHASSIS INTRODUCTION
The F8 chassis is a leader TV chassis produced by Philips Consumer Electronics Company for the 1999 model year. The F8 chassis is used in sets with 25“ and 27“ screen sizes. The F8 chassis is a global design and is oriented front to rear, or ”north to south“, as it has been called. The F8 chassis tuning system features 181 channels with on-screen display (OSD). The main tuning system uses a tuner, a microcomputer IC, and a memory IC mounted on the main chassis. The microcomputer communicates with the memory IC, the customer keyboard, remote receiver, U/V tuner, signal processor IC and the audio output IC via the I2C bus. The memory IC retains the settings for favorite stations, customer-preferred settings, and service/factory data.
The F8 chassis uses a Very Large Scale (VLSI) Integrated Circuit for signal processing. This IC performs video IF, sound IF processing, AGC control, horizontal and vertical drive and synchronization, also luminance/chrominance processing. The on-screen graphics and closed caption decoding are done within the microprocessor, and then sent to the signal processor IC to be added to the main signal.
The F8 chassis utilizes a switch mode power supply for the main voltage source. The chassis has a hot chassis ground reference on the primary side of the power supply, and a cold ground reference on the secondary side of the power supply and the rest of the chassis. ALWAYS USE AN ISOLATION TRANSFORMER WHEN SERVICING THIS CHASSIS FOR YOUR SAFETY.
Vertical Circuit
The vertical drive signals are internally generated in IC7250 and are output on pins 46 and 47. From there they are sent to the Vertical Output IC, 7401, pins 1 and 7.
Inside the IC, the waveforms are amplified, shaped and output on pins 5 and 6. The output on pin 5 is the waveform that drives the yoke and provides feedback to the IC.
The output on pin 6 is the Vertical Synchronization pulse that is sent to pin 37 of the microprocessor.
Horizontal Circuit
The horizontal drive pulse is internally generated in IC7250 and is output on pin 40.
This pulse is amplified by transistor 7461 and transformer coupled by 5461 to the base of the Horizontal Output, 7460, where it is amplified.
Shaping takes place in the collector circuit (C2463 and C2465), which results in a perfectly timed 825 volt peak-to-peak pulse to drive the deflection yoke and the flyback transformer.
The Flyback Transformer secondary windings produce 10 working voltages:
VlotAux-11V, VlotAux+11V and VlotAux+50V all supply power to the vertical output IC, 7401.
The 187 volt VideoSupply, the filament voltage, Screen voltage (VG2) and Focus voltage all go to the CRT board.
The EHT voltage goes to the anode connection on the CRT.
The VT_Supply and the VlotAux+5V Supply both go to the Tuner. The VT_Supply is zenered down to 33 volts for tuning voltage and the VlotAux+5V supply acts as B+ for the Tuner and also becomes the +5 volt supply. The VlotAux+5V supply also provides voltage to the Audio Circuits.
Shutdown Circuits
Three of the shutdown protection circuits are derived from pins 7 and 10 of the Flyback Transformer.
If the voltage on the filament line (pin 7) goes too low, transistor 7482 will turn on and apply a positive voltage to the P9StbyOn+Protn line.
If the voltage on the filament line (pin 7) goes too high, transistor 7462 will turn on causing transistor 7463 to turn on and apply a positive voltage to the HEW_Protn line.
If the beam current (pin 10) becomes excessive, the voltage on the EHT line will go toward the negative direction. This action will cause transistor 7481 to turn on and place a positive voltage on the P9StbyOn+Protn line.
For sets having East West correction circuitry, pin 10 of 5545 is being monitored by transistor 7470. Transistors 7470, 7481 and 7482 all control transistor 7605. In the event of a problem, 7605 will bring pin 16 of the Microprocessor, 7600 low, shutting the set down.
How to Check an Opto-Isolator
Procedure
Using a basic diagram taken from the F8 schematic, we are going to determine whether or not IC7581 is functioning properly.
Step -1
Apply the positive lead of a variable DC power supply to the positive terminal of capacitor 2561. Connect the negative lead of the power supply to pin 1 of IC7570. By connecting them this way we are able to use resistors 3685 and 3575 as protection for IC7570.
Step -2
Apply the positive lead of an ohm meter to pin 5 and the negative lead to pin 4 of 7581. Set the ohmmeter to the 2K scale or greater.
Step -3
Slowly increase the DC voltage from 0 to 5 volts. If the IC is good, you will see the reading on the ohmmeter start decreasing as the voltage approaches 5 volts.
CAUTION: Do not exceed 5 volts DC.
How to Check a Programmable Regulator IC
Procedure
Using a basic diagram taken from the F8 schematic, we are going to determine whether or not IC7570 is functioning properly.
Step -1
Apply the positive lead of a variable DC power supply to pin 3 of IC7570 and the negative lead to cold (chassis) ground.
Step -2
Apply the positive lead of your DVM to pin 1 of IC7570 and the negative lead to cold ground.
Step #3-
Slowly increase the DC voltage from 0 to 2.5 volts. If the IC is good, you will begin to see a DC voltage reading on your DVM as soon as the applied DC voltage is 2.5 volts.
Service Alignment Mode (SAM)
1. The Service Alignment Mode (SAM) is used to make tuning adjustments, align the white tone, adjust the picture geometry, and make sound adjustments.
2. To enter the Service Alignment Mode (SAM), press the following key sequence on the remote control transmitter: 0-6-2-5-9-6-Status
Do not allow the display to time out between entries while keying the sequence.
SAM can also be entered by pressing the Channel Down and Volume Down keys on the local keyboard simultaneously while in SDM mode.
When Service Alignment Mode is entered, the text "SAM" will be displayed in the top right corner of the screen.
3. When Service Alignment Mode is entered, service unfriendly modes are disabled.
The following volatile SAM item values are set:
AKB = 0
VSD = 0
AFW = 275 kHz
SBL = 0
4. When the unit is operating in Service Alignment Mode, all normal on-screen displays are suppressed and replaced by a special service display. The first screen seen upon entering SAM is the ”top level SAM menu.“ The service technician must return to the top level SAM menu before exiting with a power-off command.
A sample SAM top level menu display is shown below.
Explanation of top level SAM menu display:
The Software Identification, Cluster, and Version are explained in the Service Default Mode section under ”Explanation of Display.“
The Menu Items and Sub Menus are explained below.
Note: The ”Audio“ sub menu will not be seen on screen when Service Alignment Mode is first entered. Use the Menu Up and Menu Down buttons on the remote control to view all menu items and sub menu choices.
5. To select a menu item or a sub menu in SAM, use the Menu Up or Menu Down keys on the remote control to highlight the item or menu you wish to adjust.
6. To change the value of a highlighted SAM menu item (AKB or VSD), use the Menu Left or Menu Right keys on the remote control.
7. To enter a highlighted SAM sub menu, use the Menu Left or Menu Right keys. After entering the sub menu, use the Menu Up or Menu Down to select an item within the sub menu.
Use the Menu Left or Menu Right keys to change the value of the selected item. Press the Menu button to return to the top level SAM menu.
8. Press the Menu button on the remote control while in SAM to switch the software to a Virtual Customer Mode; the text "SAM" will still be displayed in the upper right corner of the screen. In this mode, all customer menu adjustments to the set can be made. From the Virtual Customer Mode, press the Menu button to return to the SAM Menu.
9. Press the Status button on the remote control to toggle the OSD (except ”SAM“) ON and OFF.
10. To exit the Service Alignment Mode, turn the set off with the Power button on the remote control. To turn off the set without exiting SAM (or erasing any stored error codes), unplug the AC cord. When the set is powered on again, the Service Alignment Mode will still be active.
Note: When SAM is exited or a power interrupt occurs, the volatile SAM items AKB, VSD, AFW, and SBL will be reset to their original values.
Main Menu
The SAM main menu contains the following items:
AKB
VSD
Tuner sub menu
White Tone sub menu
Geometry sub menu
Audio sub menu
Tuner sub menu
The tuner sub menu contains the following items:
IF-PLL
AFW
AGC
YD
CL
AFA and AFB
The items AFA and AFB cannot be selected; they are for monitoring purposes only.
The item values are stored in EEPROM if this sub menu is left.
Tuner Adjustment:
AGC Takeover Point (AGC):
1. Enter the Service Alignment Mode (SAM) by pressing the following key sequence on the remote control transmitter: 0-6-2-5-9-6-Status
Do not allow the display to time out between entries while keying the sequence.
2. From the top level SAM menu, use the Menu Up/Down keys to highlight the Tuner sub menu.
3. Use the menu left/right keys to enter the Tuner sub menu.
4. In the Tuner sub menu, use the Menu Up/Down keys to highlight AGC.
5. Use the Menu Right key to raise the value of AGC until snow appears in the picture.
6. Then use the Menu Left/Right keys to reduce AGC value until the snow disappears.
a. AGC values between 10 and 20 are nominal.
b. Single digit AGC values may cause overload.
7. Upon completion of Tuner adjustment, press the Menu button to return to the top level SAM menu
AGC Takeover Point (AGC):
1. Enter the Service Alignment Mode (SAM) by pressing the following key sequence on the remote control transmitter: 0-6-2-5-9-6-Status
Do not allow the display to time out between entries while keying the sequence.
2. From the top level SAM menu, use the Menu Up/Down keys to highlight the Tuner sub menu.
3. Use the menu left/right keys to enter the Tuner sub menu.
4. In the Tuner sub menu, use the Menu Up/Down keys to highlight AGC.
5. Use the Menu Right key to raise the value of AGC until snow appears in the picture.
6. Then use the Menu Left/Right keys to reduce AGC value until the snow disappears.
a. AGC values between 10 and 20 are nominal.
b. Single digit AGC values may cause overload.
7. Upon completion of Tuner adjustment, press the Menu button to return to the top level SAM menu
White Tone sub menu
The white tone sub menu contains the following items:
Normal Red
Normal Green
Normal Blue
Delta Cool Red
Delta Cool Green
Delta Cool Blue
Delta Warm Red
Delta Warm Green
Delta Warm Blue
Note: Delta values are only used in models with the item ”Color Temperature“ in the customer menu.
OSD is kept to a minimum in this menu, in order to make white tone alignment possible.
The item values are stored in EEPROM if this sub menu is left.
The Contrast Plus feature (black stretch) is set to OFF when the White Tone sub menu is entered.
The white tone sub menu contains the following items:
Normal Red
Normal Green
Normal Blue
Delta Cool Red
Delta Cool Green
Delta Cool Blue
Delta Warm Red
Delta Warm Green
Delta Warm Blue
Note: Delta values are only used in models with the item ”Color Temperature“ in the customer menu.
OSD is kept to a minimum in this menu, in order to make white tone alignment possible.
The item values are stored in EEPROM if this sub menu is left.
The Contrast Plus feature (black stretch) is set to OFF when the White Tone sub menu is entered.
White Tone Adjustments:
Note: The following procedure was performed with a Sencore VG91 Universal Video Generator providing grey scale bars.
1. Enter the Service Alignment Mode (SAM) by pressing the following key sequence
on the remote control transmitter: 0-6-2-5-9-6-Status.[Do not allow the display to time out between entries while keying the sequence.]
2. From the top level SAM menu, use the Menu Up/Down keys to highlight the White Tone sub menu.
3. Use the Menu Left/Right keys to enter the White Tone sub menu.
4. Set the VG91 Generator as follows: STD TV Ch. 3, RF-IF Range set to HI, RF-IF Level set to NORMAL (1), Video Pattern = Raster, R-G-B raster controls OFF.
5. Connect the RF output of the generator to the Television Antenna Input, and adjust the VG91 level to remove any snow from the raster.
6. Turn off chroma at generator and leave grey scale bars.
7. From the White Tone sub-menu, use the Menu Up/Down keys to select Normal Red, Normal Green, or Normal Blue. Then use the Menu Left/Right keys to adjust the values to obtain the best white balance.
8. A reasonable starting point for NORMAL is:
Normal Red=45, Normal Green=32, Normal Blue=39
9. After NORMAL is set, use the same method to set DELTA COOL and DELTA WARM as offsets.
A reasonable starting point for DELTA COOL is:
Delta Cool Red=(–2), Delta Cool Green=0, Delta Cool Blue=+6
A reasonable starting point for DELTA WARM is:
Delta Warm Red=+2, Delta Warm Green=0, Delta Warm Blue=(-7)
10. After the values are set, or if no changes are required, press Menu to return to the top level SAM menu.
Note: The following procedure was performed with a Sencore VG91 Universal Video Generator providing grey scale bars.
1. Enter the Service Alignment Mode (SAM) by pressing the following key sequence
on the remote control transmitter: 0-6-2-5-9-6-Status.[Do not allow the display to time out between entries while keying the sequence.]
2. From the top level SAM menu, use the Menu Up/Down keys to highlight the White Tone sub menu.
3. Use the Menu Left/Right keys to enter the White Tone sub menu.
4. Set the VG91 Generator as follows: STD TV Ch. 3, RF-IF Range set to HI, RF-IF Level set to NORMAL (1), Video Pattern = Raster, R-G-B raster controls OFF.
5. Connect the RF output of the generator to the Television Antenna Input, and adjust the VG91 level to remove any snow from the raster.
6. Turn off chroma at generator and leave grey scale bars.
7. From the White Tone sub-menu, use the Menu Up/Down keys to select Normal Red, Normal Green, or Normal Blue. Then use the Menu Left/Right keys to adjust the values to obtain the best white balance.
8. A reasonable starting point for NORMAL is:
Normal Red=45, Normal Green=32, Normal Blue=39
9. After NORMAL is set, use the same method to set DELTA COOL and DELTA WARM as offsets.
A reasonable starting point for DELTA COOL is:
Delta Cool Red=(–2), Delta Cool Green=0, Delta Cool Blue=+6
A reasonable starting point for DELTA WARM is:
Delta Warm Red=+2, Delta Warm Green=0, Delta Warm Blue=(-7)
10. After the values are set, or if no changes are required, press Menu to return to the top level SAM menu.
Geometry sub menu
OSD is kept to a minimum in this sub menu in order to make picture geometry adjustments possible.
The item values are stored in EEPROM if this sub menu is left.
The value of item Service Blanking (SBL) is not stored in EEPROM, and it is set to OFF when the geometry sub menu is exited
OSD is kept to a minimum in this sub menu in order to make picture geometry adjustments possible.
The item values are stored in EEPROM if this sub menu is left.
The value of item Service Blanking (SBL) is not stored in EEPROM, and it is set to OFF when the geometry sub menu is exited
Geometry Adjustments:
Notes:
1. The following Geometry adjustments were performed with a Sencore VG91Universal Video Generator.
2. Set the VG91 Generator as follows: STD TV Ch. 3, RF-IF Range set to HI, RF-IF Level set to NORMAL (1), Video Pattern = Raster, R-G-B raster controls OFF,
crosshatch or center cross pattern as required.
3. Connect the RF output of the generator to the Television Antenna Input, and adjust the VG91 level to remove any snow from the raster.
Vertical Shift (VSH):
Notes:
1. The following Geometry adjustments were performed with a Sencore VG91Universal Video Generator.
2. Set the VG91 Generator as follows: STD TV Ch. 3, RF-IF Range set to HI, RF-IF Level set to NORMAL (1), Video Pattern = Raster, R-G-B raster controls OFF,
crosshatch or center cross pattern as required.
3. Connect the RF output of the generator to the Television Antenna Input, and adjust the VG91 level to remove any snow from the raster.
Vertical Shift (VSH):
1. Enter the Service Alignment Mode
(SAM) by pressing the following key sequence on the remote control transmitter:
0-6-2-5-9-6-Status
Do not allow the display to time out between entries while keying the sequence.
2. From the top level SAM menu, use the Menu Up/Down keys to highlight the Geometry sub menu.
3. Use the Menu Left/Right keys to enter the Geometry sub menu.
4. In the Geometry sub-menu, use the Menu Up/Down keys to select VAM.
5. Input a center cross pattern to the antenna/cable input terminal.
6. Using the Menu Left/Right keys, adjust VSH so that the horizontal bar is properly centered, top to bottom.
7. If other Geometry adjustments are needed, proceed to the necessary adjustment using the Menu Up/Down buttons.
8. Upon completion of Geometry adjustments, press the Menu button to return to the top level SAM menu.
Do not allow the display to time out between entries while keying the sequence.
2. From the top level SAM menu, use the Menu Up/Down keys to highlight the Geometry sub menu.
3. Use the Menu Left/Right keys to enter the Geometry sub menu.
4. In the Geometry sub-menu, use the Menu Up/Down keys to select VAM.
5. Input a center cross pattern to the antenna/cable input terminal.
6. Using the Menu Left/Right keys, adjust VSH so that the horizontal bar is properly centered, top to bottom.
7. If other Geometry adjustments are needed, proceed to the necessary adjustment using the Menu Up/Down buttons.
8. Upon completion of Geometry adjustments, press the Menu button to return to the top level SAM menu.
Vertical Amplitude (VAM):
1. Enter the Service Alignment Mode (SAM) by pressing the following key sequence on the remote control transmitter: 0-6-2-5-9-6-Status
Do not allow the display to time out between entries while keying the sequence.
2. From the top level SAM menu, use the Menu Up/Down keys to highlight the Geometry sub menu.
3. Use the Menu Left/Right keys to enter the Geometry sub menu.
4. In the Geometry sub-menu, use the Menu Up/Down keys to select VAM.
5. Input a crosshatch pattern to the antenna/cable input terminal.
6. Using the Menu Left button, reduce the value so that the picture does not fill the entire screen.
7. Use the Menu Up/Down keys to select VSH (Vertical Shift) from the Geometry sub-menu and, using the Menu Left/Right keys, center the picture on the screen, top to bottom.
8. Using the cursor up/down keys, select VAM from the Geometry sub-menu, and use the Menu Right key to increase the value to obtain a slight over scan.
9. If other Geometry adjustments are needed, proceed to the necessary adjustment using the Menu Up/Down buttons.
10. Upon completion of Geometry adjustments, press the Menu button to return to the top level SAM menu.
Horizontal Shift (HSH):
Note: This adjustment centers the video on the raster. It does not move the raster.
1. Enter the Service Alignment Mode (SAM) by pressing the following key sequence on the remote control transmitter: 0-6-2-5-9-6-Status
Do not allow the display to time out between entries while keying the sequence.
2. From the top level SAM menu, use the Menu Up/Down keys to highlight the Geometry sub menu.
3. Use the Menu Left/Right keys to enter the Geometry sub menu.
4. In the Geometry sub-menu, use the Menu Up/Down keys to select HSH.
5. Input a center cross pattern to the antenna/cable input terminal.
6. Using the Menu Left/Right keys, adjust HSH so that the vertical bar is properly centered, left to right.
7. If other Geometry adjustments are needed, proceed to the necessary adjustment using the Menu Up/Down keys.
8. Upon completion of Geometry adjustments, press the Menu button to return to the top level SAM menu.
Vertical Slope (VSL):
1. Enter the Service Alignment Mode (SAM) by pressing the following key sequence on the remote control transmitter: 0-6-2-5-9-6-Status
Do not allow the display to time out between entries while keying the sequence.
2. From the top level SAM menu, use the Menu Up/Down keys to highlight the Geometry sub menu.
3. Use the Menu Left/Right keys to enter the Geometry sub menu.
4. In the Geometry sub-menu, use the Menu Up/Down keys to select VSL.
5. Input a crosshatch pattern to the antenna/cable input terminal.
6. Using the Menu Left/Right keys, adjust VSL so that the squares at the bottom of the screen are equal in size to the squares at the top of the screen.
7. If other Geometry adjustments are needed, proceed to the necessary adjustment using the Menu Up/Down keys.
8. Upon completion of Geometry adjustments, press the Menu button to return to the top level SAM menu.
1. Enter the Service Alignment Mode (SAM) by pressing the following key sequence on the remote control transmitter: 0-6-2-5-9-6-Status
Do not allow the display to time out between entries while keying the sequence.
2. From the top level SAM menu, use the Menu Up/Down keys to highlight the Geometry sub menu.
3. Use the Menu Left/Right keys to enter the Geometry sub menu.
4. In the Geometry sub-menu, use the Menu Up/Down keys to select VSL.
5. Input a crosshatch pattern to the antenna/cable input terminal.
6. Using the Menu Left/Right keys, adjust VSL so that the squares at the bottom of the screen are equal in size to the squares at the top of the screen.
7. If other Geometry adjustments are needed, proceed to the necessary adjustment using the Menu Up/Down keys.
8. Upon completion of Geometry adjustments, press the Menu button to return to the top level SAM menu.
Vertical S-Correction (VSC):
1. Enter the Service Alignment Mode (SAM) by pressing the following key sequence on the remote control transmitter: 0-6-2-5-9-6-Status
Do not allow the display to time out between entries while keying the sequence.
2. From the top level SAM menu, use the Menu Up/Down keys to highlight the Geometry sub menu.
3. Use the Menu Left/Right keys to enter the Geometry sub menu.
4. In the Geometry sub-menu, use the Menu Up/Down keys to select VSC.
5. Input a crosshatch pattern to the antenna/cable input terminal.
6. Using the Menu Left/Right keys, adjust VSC so that the squares at the center of the screen are equal in size to the squares at the top and bottom of the screen.
7. If other Geometry adjustments are needed, proceed to the necessary adjustment using the Menu Up/Down keys.
8. Upon completion of Geometry adjustments, press the Menu button to return to the top level SAM menu.
1. Enter the Service Alignment Mode (SAM) by pressing the following key sequence on the remote control transmitter: 0-6-2-5-9-6-Status
Do not allow the display to time out between entries while keying the sequence.
2. From the top level SAM menu, use the Menu Up/Down keys to highlight the Geometry sub menu.
3. Use the Menu Left/Right keys to enter the Geometry sub menu.
4. In the Geometry sub-menu, use the Menu Up/Down keys to select VSC.
5. Input a crosshatch pattern to the antenna/cable input terminal.
6. Using the Menu Left/Right keys, adjust VSC so that the squares at the center of the screen are equal in size to the squares at the top and bottom of the screen.
7. If other Geometry adjustments are needed, proceed to the necessary adjustment using the Menu Up/Down keys.
8. Upon completion of Geometry adjustments, press the Menu button to return to the top level SAM menu.
Service Blanking (SBL):
Service Blanking provides a straight cutoff line in the center of the raster. It is useful when centering the raster. It can also be used in adjusting the yoke and setting vertical size and linearity.
1. Enter the Service Alignment Mode (SAM) by pressing the following key sequence on the remote control transmitter: 0-6-2-5-9-6-Status
Do not allow the display to time out between entries while keying the sequence.
2. From the top level SAM menu, use the Menu Up/Down keys to highlight the Geometry sub menu.
3. Use the Menu Left/Right keys to enter the Geometry sub menu.
4. In the Geometry sub-menu, use the Menu Up/Down keys to select SBL.
5. Use the Menu Left/Right keys to toggle SBL ON or OFF.
6. With SBL on, VSH can be used to center the raster on the fiduciary marks (the small notches in the phosphor on the right and left edge of the CRT). These are absolute center.
7. If other Geometry adjustments are needed, proceed to the necessary adjustment using the Menu Up/Down keys.
8. Upon completion of Geometry adjustments, press the Menu button to return to the top level SAM menu.
Delta HSH for 60Hz (H60):
Note: This adjustment should not be changed from the factory preset value (10).
Delta VAM for 60Hz (V60):
Note: This adjustment should not be changed from the factory preset value (5).
Note: The following GEOMETRY adjustments can only be performed on models containing an East-West Panel (Diode Modulator).
East-West Width (EWW):
1. Enter the Service Alignment Mode (SAM) by pressing the following key sequence on the remote control transmitter: 0-6-2-5-9-6-Status
Do not allow the display to time out between entries while keying the sequence.
2. From the top level SAM menu, use the Menu Up/Down keys to highlight the Geometry sub menu.
3. Use the Menu Left/Right keys to enter the Geometry sub menu.
4. In the Geometry sub menu, use the Menu Up/Down keys to select EWW.
5. Input a crosshatch pattern to the antenna/cable input terminal.
6. Use the Menu Left key to reduce the value of EWW so that the picture does not fill the entire screen.
7. Use the Menu Up/Down keys to select HSH (Horizontal Shift) from the Geometry sub menu and, using the Menu Left/Right keys, center the picture on the screen.
8. Use the Menu Up/Down keys to select EWW from the Geometry sub menu, and use the Menu Right key to increase the value to obtain a slight overscan.
Note: Remember, adjusting EWW will affect other horizontal adjustments.
9. If other Geometry adjustments are needed, proceed to the necessary adjustment using the Menu Up/Down keys.
10. Upon completion of Geometry adjustments, press the Menu button to return to the top level SAM menu.
East-West Parabola/Width (EWP):
1. Enter the Service Alignment Mode (SAM) by pressing the following key sequence on the remote control transmitter: 0-6-2-5-9-6-Status
Do not allow the display to time out between entries while keying the sequence.
2. From the top level SAM menu, use the Menu Up/Down keys to highlight the Geometry sub menu.
3. Use the Menu Left/Right keys to enter the Geometry sub menu.
4. In the Geometry sub menu, use the Menu Up/Down keys to select EWP.
5. Input a crosshatch pattern to the antenna/cable input terminal.
6. Use the Menu Left/Right keys to adjust the value of EWP.
7. This adjusts the top and bottom of the right and left side of the raster, adjusting the raster by “bending” it out or in.
8. This adjustment should be set so that the screen appears to be straight and “flat.”
9. If other Geometry adjustments are needed, proceed to the necessary adjustment using the Menu Up/Down keys.
10. Upon completion of Geometry adjustments, press the Menu button to return to the top level SAM menu.
East-West Trapezium (EWT):
Enter the Service Alignment Mode (SAM) by pressing the following key sequence on the remote control transmitter: 0-6-2-5-9-6-Status
Do not allow the display to time out between entries while keying the sequence.
2. From the top level SAM menu, use the Menu Up/Down keys to highlight the Geometry sub menu.
3. Use the Menu Left/Right keys to enter the Geometry sub menu.
4. In the Geometry sub menu, use the Menu Up/Down keys to select EWT.
5. Input a crosshatch pattern to the antenna/cable input terminal.
6. Use the Menu Left/Right keys to adjust the value of EWT.
7. This balances the width at the top of the screen to the width at the bottom of the screen.
8. This adjustment should be set so the top and bottom of the screen are of equal width.
9. If other Geometry adjustments are needed, proceed to the necessary adjustment using the Menu Up/Down keys.
10. Upon completion of Geometry adjustments, press the Menu button to return to the top level SAM menu.
East-West Corner Parabola (EWC):
1. Enter the Service Alignment Mode (SAM) by pressing the following key sequence on the remote control transmitter: 0-6-2-5-9-6-Status
Do not allow the display to time out between entries while keying the sequence.
2. From the top level SAM menu, use the Menu Up/Down keys to highlight the Geometry sub menu.
3. Use the Menu Left/Right keys to enter the Geometry sub menu.
4. In the Geometry sub menu, use the Menu Up/Down keys to select EWC.
5. Input a crosshatch pattern to the antenna/cable input terminal.
6. Use the Menu Left/Right keys to adjust the value of EW CORNER.
7. This adjustment affects the very corner sections of the raster, and acts as a “touch-up” of the EWP (East-West Parabola/Width) adjustment.
8. This adjustment should be set so the corners of the screen are straight and equal in size.
9. If other Geometry adjustments are needed, proceed to the necessary adjustment using the Menu Up/Down keys.
10. Upon completion of Geometry adjustments, press the Menu button to return to the top level SAM menu.
Audio sub menu
The audio sub menu item values are stored in EEPROM if this sub menu is left.
Attack Time at AVL (AT):
1. Enter the Service Alignment Mode (SAM) by pressing the following key sequence on the remote control transmitter: 0-6-2-5-9-6-Status
Do not allow the display to time out between entries while keying the sequence.
2. From the top level SAM menu, use the Menu Up/Down keys to highlight the Audio sub menu.
3. Use the Menu Left/Right keys to enter the Audio sub menu.
4. Use the Menu Left/Right keys to adjust the value of AT.
5. Set the volume of AT to 4.
6. Upon completion of Audio adjustment, press the Menu button to return to the top level SAM menu.
1. Enter the Service Alignment Mode (SAM) by pressing the following key sequence on the remote control transmitter: 0-6-2-5-9-6-Status
Do not allow the display to time out between entries while keying the sequence.
2. From the top level SAM menu, use the Menu Up/Down keys to highlight the Audio sub menu.
3. Use the Menu Left/Right keys to enter the Audio sub menu.
4. Use the Menu Left/Right keys to adjust the value of AT.
5. Set the volume of AT to 4.
6. Upon completion of Audio adjustment, press the Menu button to return to the top level SAM menu.
Convergence and Purity
Adjustments
Notes:
1. The following adjustments were performed with a Sencore VG91 Universal Video Generator.
2. Set the VG91 Generator as follows: STD TV Ch. 3, RF-IF Range set to HI, RF-IF Level set to NORMAL (1), Video Pattern = Raster, R-G-B raster controls OFF, Mode Switch set to L+R, Audio Frequency set to 300Hz, and 0 Pilot (max. CCW).
3. Connect the RF output of the generator to the Television Antenna Input, and adjust the VG91 level to remove any snow from the raster.
Notes:
1. The following adjustments were performed with a Sencore VG91 Universal Video Generator.
2. Set the VG91 Generator as follows: STD TV Ch. 3, RF-IF Range set to HI, RF-IF Level set to NORMAL (1), Video Pattern = Raster, R-G-B raster controls OFF, Mode Switch set to L+R, Audio Frequency set to 300Hz, and 0 Pilot (max. CCW).
3. Connect the RF output of the generator to the Television Antenna Input, and adjust the VG91 level to remove any snow from the raster.
Pre-Convergence Procedure
Note: The degaussing procedure should be performed prior to this adjustment.
1. Place the multi-pole Purity and Convergence Assembly with the 2-Y pole purity rings directly in the gap between the G2 and G3 (focus) grids as shown in the "Convergence and Purity Assembly" graphic.
2. Enter Service Alignment Mode (refer to Service Alignment Mode section).
3. Apply a center cross or crosshatch pattern to the antenna/cable input terminal.
4. Select the White Tone sub-menu by pressing the Menu Up/Down keys on the remote control so that White Tone is highlighted.
5. Use the Menu Left/Right keys to enter the White Tone sub-menu.
6. Use Menu Up/Down keys to toggle between the options. Be sure to record the values of all options (Normal Red/Green/Blue, Delta Cool Red/Green/Blue, and Delta Warm Red/Green/Blue).
7. Use the Menu Up/Down keys to select Normal Green, and use the Menu Left key to set Normal Green to minimum.
8. Loosen the yoke clamp screw, pull the yoke back, and remove the three yoke wedges.
9. Slide the yoke all the way forward so that it rests against the bell of the CRT.
10 Tighten the yoke clamp screw so that the yoke does not drop away from the bell of the CRT.
11. Slowly spread, and if necessary, rotate the 2-Y pole purity rings so that the red and blue lines are at least parallel and preferably coincide at the 6:00 and 12:00 positions as shown in the "2Y Spread and 2Y Rotate" graphic.
12. Proceed to the Color Purity Adjustment
Note: The degaussing procedure should be performed prior to this adjustment.
1. Place the multi-pole Purity and Convergence Assembly with the 2-Y pole purity rings directly in the gap between the G2 and G3 (focus) grids as shown in the "Convergence and Purity Assembly" graphic.
2. Enter Service Alignment Mode (refer to Service Alignment Mode section).
3. Apply a center cross or crosshatch pattern to the antenna/cable input terminal.
4. Select the White Tone sub-menu by pressing the Menu Up/Down keys on the remote control so that White Tone is highlighted.
5. Use the Menu Left/Right keys to enter the White Tone sub-menu.
6. Use Menu Up/Down keys to toggle between the options. Be sure to record the values of all options (Normal Red/Green/Blue, Delta Cool Red/Green/Blue, and Delta Warm Red/Green/Blue).
7. Use the Menu Up/Down keys to select Normal Green, and use the Menu Left key to set Normal Green to minimum.
8. Loosen the yoke clamp screw, pull the yoke back, and remove the three yoke wedges.
9. Slide the yoke all the way forward so that it rests against the bell of the CRT.
10 Tighten the yoke clamp screw so that the yoke does not drop away from the bell of the CRT.
11. Slowly spread, and if necessary, rotate the 2-Y pole purity rings so that the red and blue lines are at least parallel and preferably coincide at the 6:00 and 12:00 positions as shown in the "2Y Spread and 2Y Rotate" graphic.
12. Proceed to the Color Purity Adjustment
Color Purity Adjustment
1. Connect a solid white pattern signal to the antenna/cable input terminal.
2. Use the Menu Up/Down keys to select Normal Blue, and use the Menu Left key to set Normal Blue to minimum.
3. Use the Menu Up/Down keys to select Normal Red, and use the Menu Right key to set Normal Red to maximum.
4. Slowly spread the 2-X pole purity rings to center the red portion of the screen, leaving the same amount of green on one side of the screen as blue on the other side.
5. Tighten the yoke clamp screw slightly so that the yoke may be moved with some friction.
6. Proceed to the Static Center Convergence Adjustment.
Static Center Convergence Adjustment
1. Apply a center cross or crosshatch pattern to the antenna/cable input terminal and observe the screen to ensure that the yoke is not tilted. If necessary, rotate the yoke to obtain a level raster.
2. Use the Menu Up/Down keys to select Normal Blue, and use the Menu Right key to set Normal Blue to maximum.
3. Slowly spread, and if necessary, rotate the 4-pole magnetic rings to converge red and blue lines at the center of the screen.
4. Use the Menu Up/Down keys to select Normal Green, and use the Menu Right key to set Normal Green to maximum.
5. Slowly spread, and if necessary, rotate the 6-pole magnetic rings to converge red/blue on green lines at the center of the screen.
6. Repeat steps three and five for optimum performance.
7. Proce (Display Convergence and Purity Assembly)
Dynamic Edge Convergence Adjustment
Note: To secure the correct position of the deflection yoke, three rubber wedges are used.
1. Connect a solid white pattern signal to the antenna/cable input terminal.
2. Use the Menu Up/Down keys to select Normal Blue, and use the Menu Left key to set Normal Blue to minimum.
3. Use the Menu Up/Down keys to select Normal Red, and use the Menu Right key to set Normal Red to maximum.
4. Slowly spread the 2-X pole purity rings to center the red portion of the screen, leaving the same amount of green on one side of the screen as blue on the other side.
5. Tighten the yoke clamp screw slightly so that the yoke may be moved with some friction.
6. Proceed to the Static Center Convergence Adjustment.
Static Center Convergence Adjustment
1. Apply a center cross or crosshatch pattern to the antenna/cable input terminal and observe the screen to ensure that the yoke is not tilted. If necessary, rotate the yoke to obtain a level raster.
2. Use the Menu Up/Down keys to select Normal Blue, and use the Menu Right key to set Normal Blue to maximum.
3. Slowly spread, and if necessary, rotate the 4-pole magnetic rings to converge red and blue lines at the center of the screen.
4. Use the Menu Up/Down keys to select Normal Green, and use the Menu Right key to set Normal Green to maximum.
5. Slowly spread, and if necessary, rotate the 6-pole magnetic rings to converge red/blue on green lines at the center of the screen.
6. Repeat steps three and five for optimum performance.
7. Proce (Display Convergence and Purity Assembly)
Dynamic Edge Convergence Adjustment
Note: To secure the correct position of the deflection yoke, three rubber wedges are used.
1. Apply a crosshatch pattern to
the antenna/cable input terminal.
2. Use the Menu Up/Down keys to select Normal Green, and use the Menu Left key to set Normal Green to minimum.
3. Tilt the yoke up and down to converge the red and blue vertical lines at the 6:00 and 12:00 positions and the red and blue horizontal lines at the 3:00 and 9:00 positions (refer to Figure 5 ). When the correct position has been found, place a rubber wedge between the yoke and the CRT. If the yoke is tilted up, place wedge one as shown in Figure 3a; if it is tilted down, place wedge one.
4. Tilt the yoke to the left and right to find the point of best possible convergence of the red and blue lines at the edges, top and bottom of the screen.
2. Use the Menu Up/Down keys to select Normal Green, and use the Menu Left key to set Normal Green to minimum.
3. Tilt the yoke up and down to converge the red and blue vertical lines at the 6:00 and 12:00 positions and the red and blue horizontal lines at the 3:00 and 9:00 positions (refer to Figure 5 ). When the correct position has been found, place a rubber wedge between the yoke and the CRT. If the yoke is tilted up, place wedge one as shown in Figure 3a; if it is tilted down, place wedge one.
4. Tilt the yoke to the left and right to find the point of best possible convergence of the red and blue lines at the edges, top and bottom of the screen.
6. When the correct position is located, place
wedges two and three.
5. Remove wedge one and place it in the final position.
6. Use the Menu Up/Down keys to select Normal Green, and use the Menu Right key to set Normal Green to maximum.
7. Proceed to the White Balance Setup.
Master Screen (VG2)/ White Balance Setup:
1. With the set OFF, rotate VG2 (located on the lower part of the flyback transformer) counterclockwise.
2. Use the Power Button (on the remote control or the local keyboard) to turn the set ON, without a signal, and rotate VG2 clockwise until snow is visible.
3. Enter Service Alignment Mode (SAM).(refer to Service Alignment Mode section).
4. Enter the Virtual Customer Menu by pressing the Menu button on the remote and set brightness and picture to 31 and color to 0.
5. Apply an NTSC color bar signal to the antenna/cable input terminal and tune to the active channel.
6. Connect an oscilloscope, 20V per division and 10 uSec time base, to pin 6 of the CRT Socket. Observe the stairstep pattern while adjusting VG2.
Hint: Counterclockwise adjustment will compress bottom of stairstep pattern.
Clockwise adjustment will compress top of stairstep pattern.
7. Adjust VG2 midway between top and bottom compression.
8. Proceed to White-Tone Adjustments under White Tone sub-menu in the Service Alignment Mode section to complete White Balance Setup.
5. Remove wedge one and place it in the final position.
6. Use the Menu Up/Down keys to select Normal Green, and use the Menu Right key to set Normal Green to maximum.
7. Proceed to the White Balance Setup.
Master Screen (VG2)/ White Balance Setup:
1. With the set OFF, rotate VG2 (located on the lower part of the flyback transformer) counterclockwise.
2. Use the Power Button (on the remote control or the local keyboard) to turn the set ON, without a signal, and rotate VG2 clockwise until snow is visible.
3. Enter Service Alignment Mode (SAM).(refer to Service Alignment Mode section).
4. Enter the Virtual Customer Menu by pressing the Menu button on the remote and set brightness and picture to 31 and color to 0.
5. Apply an NTSC color bar signal to the antenna/cable input terminal and tune to the active channel.
6. Connect an oscilloscope, 20V per division and 10 uSec time base, to pin 6 of the CRT Socket. Observe the stairstep pattern while adjusting VG2.
Hint: Counterclockwise adjustment will compress bottom of stairstep pattern.
Clockwise adjustment will compress top of stairstep pattern.
7. Adjust VG2 midway between top and bottom compression.
8. Proceed to White-Tone Adjustments under White Tone sub-menu in the Service Alignment Mode section to complete White Balance Setup.
Customer Service Mode (CSM)
1. The Customer Service Mode (CSM) is used to retrieve data on the TV operation settings and stored error codes.
2. To enter the Customer Service Mode, press and hold the Mute button on the remote control and any key on the local keyboard (except ”Power“) for more than 4 seconds. When the set is in Customer Service Mode, the text "CSM" is displayed in the top right corner of the screen.
3. To use this system, the customer is instructed by phone to enter CSM and read off the display that appears. This information is useful to gain insights into failures before traveling to the customer's home.
4. This information can also be used to avoid nuisance trips to the home when the problem is an operational error (example: Closed Caption is on or set is in Hospital Mode).
5. When entering CSM, all disruptive functions are turned off, and service unfriendly modes are ignored. While CSM is active, no changes can be made in settings or functions. When CSM is exited, the TV returns to all prior operational settings.
6. To exit CSM, press any key (on the remote control or local keyboard) except ”Channel Up“ or ”Channel Down.“
To exit CSM and return the set to normal operation mode, press any key on the local keyboard or the remote control except Channel Up, Channel Down, or Power.
To exit CSM and turn the set off, press the Power button on either the TV set or
the remote control.
Explanation of CSM Display Screen
The following information is displayed on screen:
• Text ”CSM“ on the first line
• Line number for every line (to make CSM language independent)
• To view multiple CSM pages (such as lines 8 and 9), use the Channel Up or Channel Down keys
• For more information on lines 1, 2, and 3, see SDM section ”Explanation of Display“
• Line 1 displays the run timer and the software identification, cluster, and version
• Line 2 displays the error buffer contents (the word ”error“ is not used on this screen, instead ”codes“ is used)
• Line 3 displays the option code information
• Line 4 displays SYS: (This is not used)
• Lines 5 through 8 display information on active service unfriendly modes
• Line 5 displays the text ”NOT TUNED“ if no television station is tuned
• Line 6 displays the text ”TIMER“ if the sleep timer or ”on“ timer is active
• Line 7 displays the text ”LOCKED“ if one or more channels or presets is locked via child lock
• Line 8 displays the text ”HOSPITAL“ if hospital mode is active, or ”HOTEL“ if hotel mode is active
• If the volume limiter is active, line 9 displays the text ”VOL LIM“ and the set value of the volume limiter. If the volume limiter is inactive, the displayed value will be 255 (the maximum volume allowed)
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