T ECHNICAL

RAINING

2008
2009
Technical Training Manual
Including…
Down-to-1
High Speed Troubleshooting

V40 Chassis
Model L65-A90

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 V40 Chassis Technical Training
Table of Contents

Chapter 1 - Introduction, Technologies and Features ................................................................ 1-1

Introduction .................................................................................................................................. 1-1
Technologies ................................................................................................................................ 1-1
Features ...................................................................................................................................... 1-5

Chapter 2 - Fundamental of Laser and Laser Safety ................................................................. 2-1

Fundamentals of Laser ................................................................................................................ 2-1
Laser Safety ................................................................................................................................ 2-8

Chapter 3 - Product Transportation and Disassembly ................................................................ 3-1

Product Transportation ............................................................................................................. 3-1
Transportation Screws ................................................................................................................. 3-1
Removable Pedestal .................................................................................................................... 3-2
Disassembly ............................................................................................................................... 3-3
Upper Cabinet Back ..................................................................................................................... 3-3
Electrical Chassis ........................................................................................................................ 3-3
PWB-POWER/PWB-3D .............................................................................................................. 3-4
Electrical Chassis Cover .............................................................................................................. 3-5
PWB-MAIN .................................................................................................................................. 3-6
Light Source Assembly ................................................................................................................ 3-7
Lower Cabinet Back ................................................................................................................... 3-10
Optical Engine ........................................................................................................................... 3-10
PWB-SENSOR-RGB ................................................................................................................. 3-13
PWB-SIDE / USB Cable ............................................................................................................ 3-14
Front Cover ................................................................................................................................ 3-15
PWB-SBL/PWB-RST/PWB-CONTROL ...................................................................................... 3-15

Chapter 4 - Service Procedures and Troubleshooting ............................................................... 4-1

Option Menu ................................................................................................................................ 4-1
Reset / Initialization ..................................................................................................................... 4-2
Down-to-1 Troubleshooting.......................................................................................................... 4-6

Chapter 5 - Service Adjustments and Data Transfer................................................................... 5-1

Service Mode Activation ............................................................................................................... 5-1
Test Pattern Activation ................................................................................................................. 5-1
Adjustment Function Selection .................................................................................................... 5-2
Horizontal and Vertical Position Adjustment ................................................................................. 5-2
TSP Alignment ............................................................................................................................. 5-2
Manual Keystone Geometry Alignment ........................................................................................ 5-4
Data Transfer ............................................................................................................................... 5-6
ASP Mirror Adjustment ................................................................................................................ 5-7

Chapter 6 - Circuit Block Diagrams .............................................................................................. 6-1

PWB-POWER - Main Power Supply ............................................................................................ 6-1
PWB-MAIN - DC-DC Supplies...................................................................................................... 6-2
PWB-MAIN - Video Signal Path ................................................................................................... 6-3
PWB-MAIN - Audio Signal Path ................................................................................................... 6-4

Chapter 7 - Parts Quick Reference .............................................................................................. 7-1

 Chapter 1
Introduction, Technologies and Features

Introduction Understanding the advantages of these individual tech-

The V40 Chassis is the foundation of the world’s first nologies will help in understanding how the total pack-
laser based High Definition Television. In addition to age is achieved.
laser technology, this product teams together several
ground breaking technologies to make a totally innova- Laser Illumination is used as a light source for the
tive package. Mitsubishi has labeled this package 1080P DLP® Optical Engine. It offers many advan-
LASERVUE™. This training manual will familiarize the tages over arc lamps and other conventional types of
service technician with the technologies, features, safety, illumination.
service and alignment procedures for LASERVUE. 1) Lasers are considered a permanent part of the
TV, rather than being a consumable item
The first model to carry the LASERVUE title is the L65- eventually requiring replacement.
A90. Some of the specifications of this model are shown 2) Laser has a high brightness output that does not
below. Note the low power usage and slim depth. change over time.
3) Lasers have a consistent color output that does
LASERVUE™ Technologies not shift.
Technologies that make LaserVue so innovative include: 4) Lasers provide the widest range of colors,
• Laser Illumination doubling the color gamut of most HDTVs.
• Illumination Optics 5) Lasers are far more efficient. Total Power
• Projection Optics Usage is about one half that of comparable
• Screen Optics sized LCDs and a third of Plasmas.
6) Lasers have a wide depth of field. A long focal
plane makes the use of advanced optics more
manageable.

DEPTH w/ DEPTH w/o POWER

MODEL CHASSIS SCREEN HEIGHT WIDTH WEIGHT
PEDESTAL PEDESTAL USAGE
L65-A90 V40 65" 39.75" 57.75" 12.5" 10" 137 135W

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Illumination Optics are used to direct light from the
source to the DMD™ inside the Optical Engine. Con-
ventional illumination optics include…
• Reflector and Condensing lenses, necessary to
gather the diffused light at the source and focus LASER
its output. MODULES
• a Color Filter Wheel, used to produce alternat-
ing color output.
• a Shaping Lens, used to fit the light beam into a
Mixing Rod.
• a Mixing Rod, to shape the beam to fit the
DMD.
• various relay lenses, mirrors and prisms, used to
complete the Illumination Optics.

Due to the nature of Lasers, almost all of these optics

have been eliminated and replaced by a Fiber Optic
Cable. The Color Filter Wheel is not necessary be-
cause the Red Green and Blue Lasers are sequenced OPTICAL
on and off individually. The result is a smaller, simpler ENGINE
Optical Engine and the ability to locate the Laser Mod-
ules away from the Optical Engine.
10"

FIBER OPTIC
CABLE

LASER
MODULES

PROJECTION
LENS

OPTICAL
ENGINE

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Projection Optics are responsible for magnifying the
TV picture onto the Screen. Conventional projection
TVs use at least one large mirror between the engine
and screen to increase the projection distance. Even
so, conventional projection televisions remain deep.
LASERVUE cabinetry is so shallow, it can be wall
mounted using an optional mounting kit. This shallow
depth is achieved through advanced projection optics.
Rather than a large flat mirror located behind the screen,
a small aspherical mirror is used to magnify and project
the picture up from the base of the TV. See photo. The
remote control is shown as a size reference.

The final component in the package is the Screen As-

sembly. The Screen Assembly includes a deep cut
Fresnel Lens mounted in a floating suspension assem-
ASPHERICAL PROJECTION MIRROR
bly. The screen assembly is specially designed to work
in conjunction with the Projection Optics to gather and
display the picture. Notice the circular cut in the Fresnel
lens does not start from the center.

FRESNEL LENS (Rear View)

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The light path of the projected picture is shown
ELECTRICAL CHASSIS LASER LIGHT
below. The picture is first projected from the Op- SOURCE ASSEMBLY
tical Engine to the Fold Mirror. Then it is reflected
to the Aspherical Mirror where it is magnified and
reflected to the rear of the projection screen. Like
any rear projection TV, the projection screen then
PROJECTION
directs the picture out to the viewer. OPTICAL OPTICS
ENGINE (Behind Shield)

1. OPTICAL ENGINE TO FOLD MIRROR

(Top View)

Major Component Locations

The locations of the Major Components that make up
the LASERVUE package are indicated above. The only
item not yet mentioned is the Electrical Chassis.

The Electrical Chassis is comprised of the Power Sup-

2. FOLD MIRROR TO ASPHERICAL MIRROR ply PWB and the Main PWB. Its functions are similar
to conventional projection TVs, supplying a source of
power, TV microprocessor control and audio/video sig-
nal processing.

3. ASPHERICAL MIRROR TO SCREEN

(Rear View)

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 Features • Color 4D Video Noise Reduction uses
In addition to the innovative technologies discussed, the advanced algorithms to better identify video
V40 Chassis includes all the advanced features of noise from fine detail and correct the signal
Mitsubishi’s conventional PTV models. An overview rather than distort it. Video noise is caused by
of the features shared with Mitsubishi’s V39 chassis distortions in the video signal and makes the
follows. picture look grainy or snowy. As signal resolu-
tions improve with the introduction of DVD,
Video Features: digital cable/ satellite and HDTV, the loss of
• Plush1080p® The native resolution for all sharpness produced by most noise reduction
DLP Projection and LCD Flat Panel models is circuits becomes more noticeable. Mitsubishi’s
1080p. However they can display all video and advanced 4D Video Noise Reduction corrects
many computer resolutions. For resolutions the image in four dimensions: horizontally,
other than 1080p, the signal must be reformat- vertically, within each frame and across multiple
ted in order to best fill the TV screen. For a frames to provide an image that is crystal clear
sharp, clear picture, Mitsubishi developed and extraordinarily detailed.
Plush1080p™ technology. Using 12 bit digital
processing, it scales the picture precisely, with • 6-Color Processor™ Mitsubishi’s 6-Color
minimal side effects. And 1080i, currently the Processor produces brighter colors, a wider
most common form of HDTV signal, is spec- range of colors and whiter whites.
tacular at 1080p. The conversion is precise,
resulting in previously unachievable detail and • PerfectColor™ is an exclusive Mitsubishi
clarity. In short, Plush1080p technology makes feature that provides the ability to adjust the
everything else look better on a 1080p HDTV. intensity of six separate colors independently of
each other and separately for every input.
• Tru1080p™ Processing maintains 1080p high PerfectColor is much more powerful than
definition signals as 1080p from beginning to conventional color intensity control, which can
end. All 1080p HDMI™ and 1080p Broad- only increase or decrease the intensity of all
cast signals are passed through with no down colors at the same time. While not new for this
conversions. The advancements of 1080p DLP year, PerfectColor works in conjunction with
technology for HDTV viewing deliver over 2 PerfecTint™ to provide the user with the most
million pixels to you on-screen for a full and true color control ever.
1920 x 1080 resolution. With Mitsubishi 1080p
DLP® HDTVs, you can experience the best • PerfecTint™ is another exclusive Mitsubishi
that high definition has to offer today and be feature. It provides the ability to adjust the tint
ready to enjoy all of the 1080p sources that are of six separate colors independently of each
on the horizon. other and separately for every input.
PerfecTint™ is much more powerful than
conventional color tint control, which can only
shift the tint of all colors at the same time.

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• DeepField™ Imager constantly adjusts • SimplayHD™ certified for proper
brightness and contrast for optimum settings in interoperability with other products certified by
all areas of the picture. It can even optimize Simplay™. Used with an adapter, the HDMI
complex scenes containing both dark and bright inputs also accept compatible digital DVI video
areas. DeepField™ Imager analyzes 135 signals.
sectors of the picture in real time. It determines
the optimum blend of contrast and brightness • x.v.Color™ Advances in the display technolo-
settings within the picture using advanced gies used by Mitsubishi greatly expand our
Mitsubishi algorithms. Based on picture analysis TV’s color gamut capabilities. Thanks to these
it dynamically adjusts for areas that are too high display technologies, the display’s capabilities
or low in contrast and/or too dark or bright now exceed those of the color signal. For that
displaying the best balanced picture in every reason Mitsubishi helped define the new
scene. standard in high definition color. x.v.Color
enables more color than ever before for breath-
• Sharpedge™ is an edge-definition signal taking realism and vivid, natural colors. This
processing system. It enhances horizontal and extended color gamut standard can support 1.8
vertical edges for stunning picture precision. times as many colors as existing HDTV signals.
This removes all limits on color selection.
• Video Modes: Brilliant / Bright / Natural / Mitsubishi’s 2008-2009 product line can
Game The four picture video modes can be process and display x.v.Color signals supplied
used to adjust for optimum viewing in different to either the HDMI or Component inputs.
room lighting and gaming applications. All
modes are accessible via the VIDEO key on • Deep Color Another color performance
the remote control. improvement technology is referred to as Deep
Color. As defined, Deep Color offers 10- bit,
• HDMI™ 1.3a Inputs 12-bit or 16-bit color depth. Using a higher bit
HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) is rate allows more accurate reproduction of the
an uncompressed, all-digital audio/video original color signal.
interface. HDMI provides an interface between
an audio/video source, such as a set-top box, Additional benefits include…
DVD player, or A/V receiver and the TV over • Reduction or elimination of artifacts
a single cable. These inputs accept digital 480i, known as posterization or contouring that
480p, 720p, 1080i, and 1080p video signals result in color bands when gradual color
plus PCM digital stereo signals. The HDMI changes occur.
inputs can also accept a variety of PC signals • Less signal degradation during signal
and resolutions. These inputs support HDMI processing such as scaling and gamma.
1.3 Deep Color (up to 36 bits), the x.v.Color • Increased contrast ratios and better color
extended color gamut and the use of CEC detail.
control signals. Mitsubishi recommends the
use of category 2 HDMI cables, also called Mitsubishi’s product line has 12-bit per color
high-speed HDMI cables, to connect HDMI (36 bit) signal processing. Higher bit rates
1.3 source devices. result in smoother color transitions.

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 • Smooth120Hz™ reduces motion blur in • CEC Control Signals - Mitsubishi’s new
action scenes but may show pixel structure NetCommand for HDMI 1.3a uses industry
during slower motion or in still images. When standard CEC control signals to provide control
Off, standard picture smoothing processing is of other compatible devices such as DVD
employed players.

• NetCommand® IR - This exclusive Mitsubishi

Other Features feature provides the user with a true one–
• 3D Ready This feature allows the ability to be remote control home theater system for analog
immersed in your favorite video game, movie or products. NetCommand IR® provides on-
sporting event. As more content becomes screen control of analog-connected products
available in 3D, this functionality will develop such as your AV receiver, DVD player, satellite
into one of the most exciting HDTV experi- receiver, and VCR. To set it up, you simply
ences. The 3D Glasses Emitter jack on the “tell” the television what products are con-
back panel outputs timing pulses for the op- nected and “teach it” their IR (infrared) com-
tional 3D glasses that are used when viewing mands. The TV will then take control, eliminat-
3D programmed content. ing the coffee table clutter of remote controls.
It’s capable of learning most IR remote control
• USB Input - For viewing photographs up to 5 codes from standard home theater products,
mega pixels using a USB memory card or USB rather than relying on a pre-programmed library
Card Reader. of codes.

• Easy Connect™ simplifies set-up and day-to- • Wired IR Input provides a wired connection
day use. During set up, when an external device for control from an external device.
is plugged in, the TV recognizes each input as it
is connected. The TV then prompts the user to • RS 232C (LASERVUE only) allows external
name the device, and enters it into the Device RS-232C control communication.
Menu. The Device Menu then only shows used
inputs.

Trademark Information
Digital Light Processing® and DLP® are registered trademarks of Texas Instruments.
Dolby is a trademark of Dolby Laboratories.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licens-
ing, LLC.
Simplay HD is a trademark of Silicon Image, Inc.
“x.v.Color” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
LASERVUE™, 6-Color Processor™, DeepField™ Imager, Easy Connect™, Net Command®, PerfectColor™, PerfecTint™,
Plush 1080p®, SharpEdge™, Smooth120Hz™, Tru1080p™ are trademarks or registered trademarks of Mitsubishi
Digital Electronics America, Inc.

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 Chapter 2
Fundamentals of Laser & Laser Safety

While the use of lasers in consumer electronic products In a simplified explanation, atoms are said to consist of
is common, the introduction of LASERVUE marks the a nucleus, made of protons, neutrons, and orbiting elec-
very first use of lasers as a light source for high definition trons. There are roughly 100 different types of atoms.
television. This chapter will acquaint the service techni- All matter is made up from these 100 different atoms.
cian with the fundamentals of laser technology and laser Various types of matter are determined by how the dif-
safety as it applies to servicing LASERVUE. ferent atoms are arranged and how they are bonded
together.
Introduction to Lasers
Laser is an acronym: When energy such as electricity, heat or light is applied
L ight to an atom, it is absorbed causing the electron’s orbit to
A mplification by move out from the nucleus into what is called a higher
S timulated energy state, or simply a higher state.
E mission of
R adiation Since the higher state is not the electron’s natural orbit,
at some point it will want to return to its original ground
Light state, where it is as close to the nucleus as possible.
To better understand laser, a review of some of the prop- Upon return to the lower energy state, the absorbed
erties of light is needed. The smallest “particle” of light energy is given off in the form of a photon.
energy is described by quantum mechanics as a photon.
Photons are emitted from atoms when they give up en-
ergy.

Energy absorbed by an atom causes the When the electron returns to its normal orbit, it
electron's orbit to move out to a "higher state." releases the energy in the form of a photon.

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 λ
Wavelength

400nm

Within the visible spectrum,

different wavelengths are seen
as different colors.
700 nm

Atoms can be in either of two states known as: The frequency (wavelength) of the emission determines
• Population Inversion - When the absorption of the specific type of electromagnetic wave.
energy causes the electron to orbit in a higher
state. The electromagnetic spectrum extends from radio waves
• Decay - The electron’s return to its normal at the long wavelength end (lower frequencies) to gamma
orbit, giving up energy. rays at the short wavelength end (higher frequencies).

The continuous application of energy, alternately caus- The visible light spectrum is a narrow slice in the middle,
ing population inversion and decay, results in the emis- with red light at the long wavelength end and blue light
sion of electromagnetic waves of photons. at the short wavelength end.

Visible

Radio Microwave Infra Red Ultra Violet X-Rays Gamma Rays

Low Frequency High Frequency

Long Wavelength Short Wavelength

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 The addition of energy causes
an atom to become excited,
and the electron jumps to an
outer orbit, or an excited state.

INCIDENT PHOTON

STIMULATED PHOTON

When an incident photon

strikes the excited atom, the
electron is forced back to it’s
ground state. When this
happens, energy is released in
the form of an identical
stimulated photon.

Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission Laser light has three characteristics that are different from
of Radiation ordinary light:
Light Emission can be caused by two types of Decay: 1) Monochromatic… It is a single wavelength (one
• Spontaneous color).
• Stimulated 2) Coherent… The light waves are in-phase.
3) Directional… it is focused so the beam size
Ordinary light is produced by spontaneous emission. spreads slowly.
Because excited atoms drop to lower energy levels and
release photons at random, the result is light emission in Stimulated emission results with photons being identical
many different wavelengths, phases and directions. to the stimulating photons. Therefore all photons pro-
duced by stimulated emission have the same frequency
Stimulated emission is used to produce laser light. Rather (monochromatic) and phase (coherent).
than allowing the random release of photons as in spon-
taneous emission, atoms are first brought to a high en- Laser light is stimulated with the emitted photons travel-
ergy state known as population inversion. Then before ing back and forth in an optical cavity. The light energy
spontaneous emission can occur, incident photons are is amplified within the cavity and it is transmitted out all
used to stimulate the emission of more photons from the in the same direction. The output will then have the
excited atoms. three characteristics of laser light, monochromatic, co-
herent and directional.

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Laser Operation phase but are traveling in random (non-preferred) di-
This discussion will not encompass all the various types rections.
of laser. Each has strengths and weaknesses that make
them suitable for different applications. All lasers con- The pump causes population inversion
followed by stimulated emission
sist of the same basic components. It is the specific
makeup of the basic components that differentiate one Flash Lamp
type laser from another. There are three basic compo-
nents in any laser:
• Optical Cavity
• Lasing Material or Medium
• Pump
Mirror Mirror

Pump Next, the mirrors will cause enough photons to be trav-

eling back and forth through the medium in the same
plane to become directional. It is now laser light and
amplification is continuing.
Lasing Material (Medium)

The mirrors create preferred direction

Optical Cavity

Flash Lamp
The Optical Cavity houses the Lasing Material. It is
where the lasing action will take place. Reflectors
provide feedback for light amplification and stimula-
tion.

The Lasing Material or Medium is made up of dif-

ferent materials such as crystal, gas, semiconductor, dye, When enough photons are traveling in the same direc-
etc. Different materials are suitable for different appli- tion, some will punch through the partially reflecting mirror
cations depending on power and wavelength require- and the rest are reflected back to continue the process.
ments. The photons are now of the same wavelength, phase
and direction. A coherent, collimated laser beam is the
The Pump adds energy to the lasing medium. Examples result.
are a flash lamp or electrical current to cause electron
collisions or radiation from another laser, etc. Laser light punches through
the partial reflecting mirror

Shown next is a conceptual drawing of a laser using a Flash Lamp

solid state medium and a flash lamp (think of a strobe
lamp used in photography) as a pump. Electrons like to
reside in a relaxed state (ground or steady-state energy
level). In the first example, light energy from the flash
lamp is applied to the atoms in the medium, exciting the Mirror Photons Partial
electrons to a higher energy level, resulting in a popula- Reflector
tion inversion. Then the pump causes stimulated emis-
sion. At first the photons are the same wavelength and

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 Radio TV Radar Micro Infrared Visible Ultra- X-Rays Gamma Rays
Waves Waves Waves Waves violet

102 10 1 10-1 10-2 10-3 10-4 10-5 10-6 10-7 10-8 10-9 10-10 10-11 10-12 1013

Wavelength (m)

LASERS

Far Infrared Near Infrared Visible Ultraviolet

10600 1500 1400 1300 1200 1100 1000 900 800 700 600 500 400 300 200

Wavelength (nm)

Laser Characteristics Bandwidth- Being monochromatic, lasers have a very

In addition to being monochromatic, coherent and di- narrow bandwidth. Light from a conventional light
rectional, other characteristics of laser include: source is extremely broadband with wavelengths across
• Spectrum the electromagnetic spectrum. If we place a color filter
• Bandwidth in front of a white or broadband light source, only one
• Beam Diameter color (in reality a band of wavelengths) will exit the fil-
• Beam Divergence ter. Light from a laser is similar to the light seen from the
• Continuous Wave or Pulse Wave filter. However, instead of a band of wavelengths, none
of which is dominant as in the case of the filter, there is a
Spectrum- It is not accurate to refer to all lasers as single dominant center wavelength emitted from the la-
“light.” As shown below, lasers can operate in the ultra- ser. See below. The color, or wavelength, of light being
violet, visible, near infrared, or far infrared regions of emitted depends on the lasing material used.
the spectrum. So, some lasers are invisible. See above.

Green Laser
(Single Wavelength)

White Light – w/Green Filter

(Wide Band of Waves)

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Beam Diameter- The very nature of laser is to have a
very small beam diameter, making its power concen-
trated into a small area. Even so, the beam is more con- Beam Diameter
centrated in the center than at the edge.

Beam Divergence- Laser also has a small beam di-

vergence. Divergence is a comparison of the beam di- Laser Divergence
ameter at its output aperture to the beam diameter at a
given distance. The more the beam spreads, the greater
the divergence. Less divergence means a higher energy
density and a greater distance range. Light from a con-
ventional light source diverges or spreads rapidly. The
Conventional Light Divergence
intensity may be large at the source, but it decreases
rapidly with distance.

Continuous Wave vs Pulse Wave- By definition, a Pulse Repetition Frequency

continuous wave laser is any laser that emits a beam for
longer than a 0.25 second period of time. Pulsed wave
lasers concentrate their power into shorter periods of
time. The frequency of the laser pulses is called the Pulse
Repetition Frequency. It should not be confused with
the laser frequency (wave length) of the laser.
Laser Frequency

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Light Interaction with Materials
When light is applied to a material it can react in differ-
ent ways. Materials can: NORMAL
• Reflect light (e.g., mirrors) INCIDENT
RAY A1 A2
REFLECTED
RAY
• Transmit light (e.g., windows)
• Absorb light (e.g., tinted windows)

Light can be reflected in different ways depending on

the surface it strikes. REFRACTED
RAY
• Specular - A very smooth surface with few
surface imperfections reacts like a mirror.
• Diffuse - A coarse surface with irregular imper-
fections can break the beam up and reflect it in Snell’s Law
many directions.

Transmitted light can be optically altered by the Fresnel

Effect. That is the refraction caused when light passes
between 2 surfaces with different densities. It is the prin-
ciple on which lenses are based.

Snell’s Law states that in a reflected light beam, the inci-

dent angle is equal to the reflected angle. Snell’s law
also predicts the angle at which a light beam will bend, Diffuse Reflection
or refract, as it passes from one medium to another.

Light that is absorbed by a medium reduces or elimi- DIRECT

EXPOSURE
nates its exposure to other materials.
LASER
Exposure to light or laser radiation can be affected by
the interaction with different materials. SPECULAR REFLECTED
BEAM
• Direct or Transmitted Exposure… results in REFLECTION
little or no loss. LASER MIRROR
• Specular Reflection… is the same as direct or
transmitted exposure. SCATTERED
• Diffuse Reflection… causes a loss in power but DIFFUSE LIGHT

can spread over a wider range. REFLECTION

ROUGH
• Optically Altered… Depending on the lens, the LASER SURFACE
beam can be concentrated by focusing, spread
out by de-focusing or simply bent into a differ-
ent direction such as how a fiber optic cable OPTICALLY LENS
ALTERED
functions.
LASER

Of course, different materials can interact in a combina-

tion of two or more ways. For instance, think about a Types of Exposure
curved mirror or a tinted lens.

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In the examples given so far, it is assumed the mirror • Directional … beams are smaller.
and lens surfaces are perfect. However, the surfaces • Spectrum… Shorter wavelengths are more
are not perfectly flat. Even polished glass will have mi- hazardous. And, invisible lasers may not be
croscopic imperfections. Since the surface is not per- detected.
fectly flat, the rays will reflect with slight irregularities. • Bandwidth… The narrow bandwidth makes it
Comparing a wave reflected off a low point and a wave more monochromatic than conventional light.
reflected off a high point, the two will fall out of phase. • Beam Diameter… concentrates the beam into
If they fall 180 degrees out of phase, when the two one spot.
beams converge they will cancel each other out. This • Beam Divergence… maintains beam focus
results in an effect called Speckle. over longer distances.
• Continuous Wave vs. Pulse Wave… Pulsed
lasers more power.

The combination of these characteristics means that la-

ser light can be concentrated by as much as 100 times
more than ordinary light. Thus, even relatively low lev-
Just as there are no perfect surface materials, there are els of laser light can produce significant hazards.
no truly transparent materials. When a photon of en-
ergy from a laser hits the electron orbit of the atoms of a When the intensity of the radiation is sufficiently high,
transparent material, it can cause the electrons to jump damage to the absorbing tissue will result. Laser radia-
to excited orbits. This energy will then released as a tion absorbed by the skin penetrates only a few layers.
brand new photon as the electron returns to its ground In the eye, visible and near infrared radiation passes
state. This results in a flash of light called Scintillation. through the cornea, and is focused on and absorbed by
the retina.
LASER SAFETY
Just as light and lasers interact with materials, they inter- When laser radiation is absorbed, the effect on the ab-
act with human tissue. sorbing biological tissue can be photochemical, thermal,
or mechanical (thermo-acoustic). The effect is prima-
The First Law of Photobiology points out that light rily determined by the wavelength of the radiation.
energy must be absorbed before it can cause a reac- • Photochemical - Caused by Ultraviolet Waves
tion. Specific tissues either absorb, reflect or transmit • Thermal - Caused by Infrared Waves
(pass through) energy. Light that is reflected or trans-
mitted off tissue will not cause a reaction. When the wavelength is in the visible spectrum both ef-
fects can be present.
From a safety standpoint, each of the characteristics of
laser must be considered. Since the eye is made to collect and concentrate light on
• Monochromatic… light focuses better than light the retina, the eye is the organ most sensitive to visible
of many wavelengths. and near IR laser radiation (400 to 1400 nm), see be-
• Coherent… light intensifies the focal spot and low. If the eye will be safe at these wavelengths, the
makes it smaller. rest of the body will be too.

Retinal Hazard Region

Far Infrared Near Infrared Visible Ultraviolet

10600 1500 1400 1300 1200 1100 1000 900 800 700 600 500 400 300 200

Wavelength (nm)

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Lasers can also present some non-beam hazards. The The FDA classifications, with a general, rather than spe-
thermal effect of a laser beam can ignite flammable ma- cific description, are:
terials such as cleaning solvents. And, the electrical cir- • Class 1… cannot emit laser radiation at
cuits related to laser producing equipment can be a known hazard levels. They are considered to
shock or electrocution hazard. be completely safe during normal use. They
can contain a laser of a higher class inside its
Laser Classifications enclosure that can be accessed only during
Lasers have various regulations, standards and guide- “service.” LASERVUE falls in this category.
lines from governing bodies that include international, • Class 1A… is a special designation that applies
federal, state and local jurisdictions with different de- only to lasers that are “not intended for view-
partments within each. In spite of this, both the Ameri- ing.” The bar code scanners used in stores are
can, FDA (Food and Drug Administration) and interna- in this class. The upper power limit of Class 1A
tional, IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission) is 4.0 mW.
standards divide lasers into four major categories called • Class 2… are low-power visible lasers that
the laser hazard classifications. They are based upon emit radiation at levels above Class I but not
the ability of a beam to cause biological damage to the above 1.0 mW. The idea is that the human
eye or skin. They range from the lowest level of risk, aversion reaction of 0.25 second will protect a
Class 1 to the highest, Class 4. Within each class, there person by giving them time to blink and look
can be sub-categories that vary slightly depending on away before damage can occur. Invisible lasers
the governing body. cannot be Class 2.
• Class 3A… are intermediate-power lasers (1-
The specifics of the different laser classifications will not 5 mW), which are hazardous only for intrabeam
be given here. They can be researched on-line. The viewing. Most laser pointers are in this class.
following definitions will aid in understanding the specif- • Class 3B… are moderate-power lasers (5–
ics of each classification. 500 mW). Class 3B lasers can cause perma-
• Maximum Permissible Exposure (MPE). nent eye damage with exposures of 1/100th of
The level of laser radiation to which a person a second or less.
may be exposed without hazardous effect or • Class 4… are high-power lasers (cw: 500
adverse biological changes in the eye or skin. mW, pulsed: 10 J/cm2 or the diffuse reflection
• Accessible Emission Limit (AEL). The limit), which are hazardous to view under any
maximum accessible emission level permitted condition. They are a potential fire hazard and
within a particular class. a skin hazard.
• Nominal Hazard Zone (NHZ). The NHZ
describes the space within which the level of the LASERVUE Safety
direct, reflected or scattered radiation during Electronic service technicians have long worked in the
operation exceeds the applicable MPE. Expo- presence of high voltages and currents. It is the knowl-
sure levels beyond the boundary of the NHZ edge of the hazards and safety practices involved that
are below the applicable MPE level. keep us safe. Therefore, it’s important to keep current
• Nominal Ocular Hazard Distance (NOHD). with all safety practices as new technologies are intro-
The distance along the axis of the laser beam duced. The following pages contain safety information
beyond which the appropriate MPE is not taken directly from the Service Manual for the V40 chas-
exceeded. sis, model L65-A90.

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NOTICE: Observe all cautions and safety related notes located inside the receiver cabinet and on the
receiver chassis.

WARNING:
1) Operation of this receiver with the covers removed presents both a shock hazard and a hazard from
laser radiation. Work on the receiver should not be attempted by anyone who is not thoroughly familiar
with the precautions necessary when working on high voltage and laser based equipment.
2) When service is required, observe the original lead dress. Where a short-circuit has occurred, replace
those components that indicate evidence of overheating.

CAUTION:
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
Complies with FDA performance standards for
laser products except for deviations pursuant
to Laser Notice No. 50, dated June 24th, 2007.

This TV is a CLASS 1 laser product. This TV poses no risk to eyes or skin during normal use. An exposure
hazard may exist only if the protective housing is removed.

This TV contains a CLASS 4 laser device, which by itself may be hazardous. However, this TV incorporates a
protective housing, optics and electronics such that there should be no exposure to unsafe levels of laser light
during normal operation and proper service.

Caution: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may
result in hazardous radiation exposure. Use external or remote controls to operate the product. Connection
to signal sources and power are accomplished through the external connectors.

The following precautions must be taken to avoid exposure to hazardous laser radiation during service.
1) Prior to removing items marked with either of the two labels shown below, AC power must be removed. AC
power must not be re-applied until the cover(s) are replaced back into their original position and all screws
are in place. For the V40 Chassis, these items include the Lower Cabinet Back and the Light Source
Assembly.

CAUTION - CLASS 4 LASER CAUTION - CLASS 4 LASER

LIGHT WHEN OPEN AVOID EYE LIGHT WHEN OPEN AVOID EYE
OR SKIN EXPOSURE TO DIRECT OR SKIN EXPOSURE TO DIRECT
OR SCATTERED RADIATION OR SCATTERED RADIATION

LIGHT SOURCE
ASSEMBLY

LOWER CABINET
BACK

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2) Do not apply AC power to this device without the screen in place or if any portion of the enclosure,
including the screen, is cracked, broken, a liquid is spilled onto the TV or is other wise damaged.
3) Do not defeat interlock switches unless specified in this manual.
4) The following assemblies must not be disassembled beyond that described in this manual. They must be
replaced as complete units.
• Light Source Assembly
• Optical Engine including the Fiber Optic Cable
5) When handling the Fiber Optic Cable, observe the procedures described in this manual.

SAFETY INSPECTION:
Prior to applying AC power, ensure the receiver is fully assembled and inspect the following:
a. The screen and all cabinet covers are securely in place and all screws and/or screw covers are present
as shown in the disassembly section of this manual.
b. The cabinet and screen assemblies are fully intact, are not broken, cracked or otherwise damaged.

If the receiver does not meet the conditions of a. and b. above, take corrective action before applying AC
power.

LEAKAGE CURRENT CHECK

Before returning the receiver to the customer, it is recommended that leakage current be measured according to the
following methods.

1. Cold Check
With the alternating current (AC) plug removed from the AC source, place a jumper across the two AC plug
prongs. Connect one lead of an ohm meter to the AC plug and touch the other lead to each exposed metal
part (i.e. antennas, handle bracket, metal cabinet, screw heads, metal overlay, control shafts, etc.), particu-
larly any exposed metal part that has a return path to the chassis. The resistance of the exposed metal parts
having a return path to the chassis should be a minimum of 1Meg Ohm. Any resistance below this value
indicates an abnormal condition and requires corrective action.

2. Hot Check ...Use the circuit shown below to perform the hot check test.
1. Keep switch S1 open and connect the receiver to the measuring circuit. Immediately after
connection, and with the switching devices of the receiver in their operating positions, measure the
leakage current for both positions of switch S2.
2. Close switch S1, energizing the receiver. Immediately after closing switch S1, and with the
switching devices of the receiver in their operating positions, measure the leakage current for both
positions of switch S2. Repeat the current measurements of items 1 and 2 after the receiver has
reached thermal stabilization. The leakage current must not exceed 0.5 milliampere (mA).

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Product Transportation and Disassembly

1. Transportation Screws… This receiver is provided with “Transportation Screws” to

be used to secure the screen assembly during transportation. Prior to moving this
set, remove AC power and install the 4 transportation screws as shown below.

DETAIL - 4 LOCATIONS (a )
SCREW COVER

(a) (a)

TRANSPORTATION
SCREW

(a) (a)

A. Before Moving the TV Receiver…

Install the Transportation Screws
1) Remove AC power.
2) Raise Screw Cover to access screw opening.
3) Use 5mm allen wrench to install Transportation Screw.
4) Repeat at the 4 locations (a) shown above.

B. After Moving the TV Receiver…

Remove the Transportation Screws
1) Do NOT apply AC power.
2) Use 5mm allen wrench to remove Transportation Screw.
3) Slide Screw Cover back down over the opening.
4) Repeat at the 4 locations (a) shown above.

NOTE: Transportation Screws are the property of the customer. Retain the screws with the set for future use.
Suggestion: Place them in a plastic bag and attach it to the back of the set.

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2. Removable Pedestal… This receiver comes equipped with a Pedestal that must be
removed to install either the optional wall mount kit, model LWM-65, or the optional
stand, model LFB-65. The TV receiver will not properly stand upright on its own with
out the Pedestal.

When transporting, disassembling, and/or repackaging the receiver, the Pedestal

must be re-installed using the eighteen screws in the locations shown below.

PEDESTAL
BOTTOM VIEW

FRONT

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 Disassembly
CAUTION: Prior to disassembly, remove AC power. Unless specified in this manual, do
not re-apply AC power until the set has been fully re-assembled and inspected
as described on page 2-11.

NOTES:
1) Disassembly beyond what is shown in this manual is not recommended. For repairs requiring further
disassembly, contact MDEA at 1-800-888-6773.
2) The Screen Assembly is unique to this product. As such, it is not considered to be a field serviceable
item. For repairs related to any part of the screen or screen assembly, contact MDEA at 1-800-888-6773.
3) Do not allow the rear of the screen to come into contact with any other surface includingcleaning
cloths or fingers. Remove dust or other debris by blowing with a dry air source.
4) For optional wall mount or stand mount installations, prior to disassembly see Removable Pedestal, page
3-2.

(a)

(b) (b)

Upper Cabinet Back Removal

1) Remove the six screws (a).
2) Remove the two machine screws (b). (a) (a)
3) Remove the Upper Cabinet Back.

(a) (a) (a)

Electrical Chassis Removal (b) (a)

1) Disconnect all cables from the
Electrical Chassis. (a)

2) Remove five screws (a).

3) Remove two screws (b). ELEC TRICAL
C HASSIS
4) Carefully remove the Electrical (b)
(a)
Chassis from the Cabinet.
5) To re-install, reverse steps 1~3.
(a) (a)

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(a) (a)

Power Supply Shield Removal

1) Remove five screws (a) (a)
2) Lift the Power Supply Shield
from the Chassis.
3) Reverse the removal procedure
for re-installation. POWER SUPPLY SHIELD

(a)
(a)

PWB-POWER Removal
1) Remove seven screws (a) (a)
2) Disconnect all cables from the
PWB-POWER.
(a)
3) Release Clips (b) (b)
4) Lift the PWB-POWER from the
Chassis.
5) Reverse the removal procedure
to install a new PWB-POWER.
PWB-POWER

PWB-3D Removal (b) (a)

1) Remove two screws (c) from
RS-232 connector. (e)
2) Remove one screw (d) from 3D
Emitter Jack. (c)
(a)
3) Remove two screws (e) from
PWB-3D. (c) PWB-3D
4) Disconnect the cable from the
PWB-3D. (d)
(a)
5) Lift the PWB-3D from the
Chassis.
6) Reverse the removal procedure (a) (a)
to install a new PWB-3D. (e)

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TER MINAL ESCU TC HEON

(a) (a)

(b) (b)

(c)

(c) (c)
(c)
TERMINAL PANEL

(d)

Chassis Cover Removal

1) Remove Power Supply Shield (Page 3-4).
2) Remove Terminal Escutcheon by removing
two screws (a).
3) Remove two screws (b) from the RS-232
connector on Terminal Panel.
4) Remove four screws (c) from Terminal
Panel.
5) Remove five screws (d) from around the
edge of the Chassis Cover.
6) Disconnect the cables from the PWB-
POWER and PWB-3D. (d)

7) Lift the Chassis Cover from the Chassis.

8) Reverse the removal procedure to re-install
the Chassis Cover.

C H ASSIS C OVER (d)

(d) (d)

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 Disassembly (Continued)

(d)

(d) (d)
(d)

PWB -MAIN

(d)

(d)

(d)

(d)

(d)

(b) (b) (c) (c) (c) (c)

(b) (b) (b)
(a)

PWB-MAIN Removal
1) Remove two antenna nuts (a) from the Terminal Panel.
2) Remove five screws (b) from the Terminal Panel.
3) Remove four machine screws (c) from the Terminal Panel.
4) Remove nine screws (d) from the PWB-MAIN.
5) Disconnect the cables from the PWB-MAIN.
4) Lift the PWB-MAIN from the Chassis.

PWB-MAIN Installation
1) Reverse the removal procedure to install the PWB-MAIN.
2) Prior to applying AC power re-assemble the set and perform the Safety Inspection described on page 2-11.
3) If the PWB-MAIN has been replaced, perform the following data transfer procedures:
a. Press the <MENU> button on the remote control. The Customer Menu will appear.
b. Press the <2-4-5-7> buttons. The Service Menu will appear.
c. Press the <0> button. The Data Selection Menu will appear.
d. Use the <TS> buttons to select “RESTORE ALIGNMENT AND WHITE BALANCE SETTINGS
FROM BACKUP” and press <ENTER>. You will automatically exit the Data Selection Menu.
e. Press the <0> button. The Data Selection Menu will appear again..
f. Use the <TS> buttons to select “RESTORE KEYSTONE GEOMETRY FROM BACKUP” and press
<ENTER>. You will automatically exit the Data Selection Menu.
g. Press <EXIT> to quit.

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Light Source Assembly Removal

Warning: Prior to removing the Light Source Assembly, AC power must be removed. AC power must
not be re-applied until all covers are replaced back into their original position, all screws are in place
and the Safety Inspection described on page 2-11 has been performed.

CAUTION - CLASS 4 LASER

LIGHT WHEN OPEN AVOID EYE
OR SKIN EXPOSURE TO DIRECT
OR SCATTERED RADIATION

CAUTION: The Fiber Optic Cable is sensitive to excessive pulling, bending and crushing forces. Do not bend
cable more sharply than a bend radius of 100mm (4 inches). Do not pull on the cable. Do not crush the cable or
allow it to kink. Do not allow the end of the fiber optic cable to make contact with any surface including fingers.

FIBER OPTIC CABLE

Max. Bend Radius 100mm (4 inches)

(a) (a)
LIGHT SOURCE
ASSEMBLY

TAPE
(a)

(a) (a)

(a)

CONNECTORS

1) Remove the Electrical Chassis as described on page 3-3.

2) Loosen the Tape used to secure the Fiber Optic Cable to the back wall.
3) Disconnect all electrical connectors from the bottom of the Light Source Assembly.
4) Remove 6 screws (a).
Note: The Light Source Assembly will now be held by the Hinges at the lower left and right side.

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SUPPORT
ARM
(RIGHT)

PULL STRAIGHT
BACK SLIGHTLY

HINGE
(RIGHT)

5) Holding the Light Source Assembly with both hands at the bottom, pull the entire Light Source straight
back slightly within the Hinge slots.
6) Carefully tilt back the Light Source Assembly from the top and secure in place using the support arms.

SUPPORT
ARMS

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 Disassembly (Continued)
7) Disconnect the four 8mm Fiber Optic Cable Connec-
tors from the Light Source Assembly.
Caution: Never loosen or tighten the chuck nuts
used to attach the cable to the connectors.
8) After disconnecting the Fiber Optic Cable, tempo-
rarily secure it to the back wall to prevent damage.
FOUR 8mm
9) Use the End Caps and Special Yellow Tape supplied FIB ER OPTIC
with the replacement Light Source or Optical Engine C AB LE
to cover and protect the ends of the Fiber Optic C ONN EC TOR S
Cables and Laser Modules until reassembly.

FIBER OPTIC
LASER MODULE
CABLE
YELLOW TAPE
END CAP

10) To remove the Light Source Assembly, tilt it back up and store the support arms. Then while supporting the
assembly, remove the eight screws (a) and lift the assembly out.

(a) (a)
(a)
(a)

(a) (a) (a) (a)

Light Source Assembly Installation

1) To install the Light Source Assembly, reverse the removal procedure.
2) Use an 8mm open end torque wrench to tighten the Fiber Optic Cable Connectors to 0.2N • m (+/- 3%).
NOTE: When a Light Source Assembly or Light Engine is ordered, an 8mm open end torque wrench will
be supplied on loan from the Parts Department.
3) Prior to applying AC power re-assemble the set and perform the Safety Inspection described on page 2-11.
4) If the Light Source Assembly has been replaced, perform the following data transfer procedures:
Reset SENSOR-RGB Data
a. Plug in the TV and allow it to boot-up, but do not turn it On (Standby condition).
b. On the front panel, press and hold the <MENU> and <CHANNEL S> buttons at the same time
about 5 seconds until the STATUS LED lights green for about 3 seconds.
Memorize SENSOR-RGB
a. Turn the TV on and allow it to warm up for 5 minutes.
b. Press the <MENU> button on the remote control. The Customer Menu will appear.
c. Press the <2-4-5-7> buttons. The Service Menu will appear.
d. Press the <0> button. The Data Selection Menu will appear.
e. Use the <TS> buttons to select “MEMORIZE SENSOR-RGB” and press <ENTER>. A green
square will appear in the on screen display indicating the memorization process was sucessful. If a
red square appears, repeat the Reset and Memorize SENSOR-RGB Data procedures.
f. Press <EXIT> to quit.

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 Disassembly (Continued)
Lower Cabinet Back Removal
Warning: Prior to removing the Lower Cabinet Back, AC power must be removed. AC power must not
be re-applied until all covers are replaced back into their original position, all screws are in place and
the Safety Inspection described on page 2-11 has been performed.

CAUTION - CLASS 4 LASER

LIGHT WHEN OPEN AVOID EYE
OR SKIN EXPOSURE TO DIRECT
OR SCATTERED RADIATION

LOWER CABINET BACK

(a)

(a) (a)

1) Remove the Upper Cabinet Back as described on page 3-3.

2) Remove the three screws (a) and remove the Lower Cabinet Back.
3) To re-install, reverse steps 1~2.
4) Prior to applying AC power re-assemble the set and perform the Safety Inspection described on page 2-11.

Optical Engine Removal

Note: The Fiber Optic Cable is part of the Optical Engine. The cautions for the Fiber Optic Cable on page 3-7
must be observed when handling the assembly. Do not remove the Fiber Optic Cable from the Optical Engine.
1) Remove the Electrical Chassis (page 3-3) and disconnect the Fiber Optic Cable from the Light Source
Assembly (steps 1-9, starting on page 3-7).
2) Remove the Lower Cabinet Back.
3) Remove sixteen screws (b) to remove the Lower Cabinet Shield from the Optical Compartment.
(b) (b) (b) (b)

(b) (b)
LOWER CABINET
SHIELD
(b) (b)

(b) (b) (b) (b) (b) (b)

(b) (b)

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4) Disconnect all connectors from the Optical Engine.
5) Remove the two screws (c) from the bottom of the Optical Assembly.
6) Slide the Optical Assembly out slightly and remove the Fiber Cover to release the Fiber Optic Cable.
7) Carefully slide the Optical Assembly along with the Fiber Optic Cable out of the TV.

CAUTION: Do not allow the lens, mirrors or the rear of the screen to come into contact with any other
surface including cleaning cloths or fingers. Remove dust or other debris by blowing with a dry air source.

FIBER COVER

JE

DVI

OPTICAL ASSEMBLY

(c) (c)

8) Remove four screws (d) to remove the Optical Engine from the Optical Mounting Plate.
Hint: Use a long shafted screwdriver to avoid coming into contact with the lens or mirror.
An anti-static, lint free cloth can be used to cover and protect the mirrors during service.

OPTICAL ENGINE
(TOP VIEW)

(d) (d)

(d)
(d)

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Optical Engine Installation

1) To install the Optical Engine, reverse the removal procedure.
2) Prior to applying AC power, re-assemble the set and perform the Safety Inspection described on page 2-
11.
3) As needed, perform the Vertical & Horizontal Position Adjustment, TSP Alignment and Manual Keystone
Geometry Alignment listed in the Service Adjustment section.
4) If the Optical Engine has been replaced, perform the following data transfer procedures:
1. Reset SENSOR-RGB Data
a. Plug in the TV and allow it to boot-up, but do not turn it On (Standby condition).
b. On the front panel, press and hold the <MENU> and <CHANNEL S> buttons at the same time for
about 5 seconds until the STATUS LED lights green for 3 seconds.
2. Memorize SENSOR-RGB
a. Turn the TV on and allow it to warm up for 5 minutes.
b. Select a normal video source.
c. Press the <MENU> button on the remote control. The Customer Menu will appear.
d. Press the <2-4-5-7> buttons. The Service Menu will appear.
e. Press the <0> button. The Data Selection Menu will appear.
f. Use the <TS> buttons to select “MEMORIZE SENSOR-RGB” and press <ENTER>. A green
square will appear in the on screen display indicating the memorization process was sucessful. If a
red square appears, repeat the Reset SENSOR-RGB Data and Memorize SENSOR-RGB Data
procedures.
g Press <EXIT> to quit.
3. Copy Settings To Backup
a. Press the <MENU> button on the remote control. The Customer Menu will appear.
b. Press the <2-4-5-7> buttons. The Service Menu will appear.
c. Press the <0> button. The Data Selection Menu will appear.
d. Press the <1> button. The data settings will be copied to backup.
You will automatically exit the Data Selection Menu.
e. Press <EXIT> to quit.

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PWB-SENSOR-RGB Removal
1) Remove the Optical Assembly from the cabinet. See Optical Engine Removal steps 1-7, page 3-10.
2) Remove one screw (a).
3) Remove PWB-SENSOR-RGB from the side of the Optical Engine.

PWB-SENSOR-RGB Installation
1) To install the PWB-SENSOR-RGB, reverse the removal procedure.
2) Prior to applying AC power, re-assemble the set and perform the Safety Inspection described on page 2-
11.
3) If the PWB-SENSOR-RGB has been replaced, perform the “Reset SENSOR-RGB Data“ and “Memorize
SENSOR-RGB” procedures detailed in the Optical Engine Installation procedure.

(a)

PWB-SENSOR-RGB

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PWB-SIDE / USB Cable Removal

Note: Refer to pages 3-3 & 3-10 for step 1.
1) Remove the Upper and Lower Cabinet Back and Lower Cabinet Shield from the Optical Compartment.
2) Remove the two screws (a) and disconnect the connector to remove the PWB-SIDE from inside the
cabinet.
3) Remove the two screws (b) to remove the USB Cable Connector from inside the cabinet and disconnect
the opposite end from the Electrical Chassis.

CAUTION: Do not allow the lens, mirrors or the rear of the screen to come into contact with any other
surface including cleaning cloths or fingers. Remove dust or other debris by blowing with a dry air source.

USB CABLE
CONNECTOR
(b)
(Inside Cabinet)

(b)

(a)

PWB-SIDE
(Inside Cabinet)

(a)

PWB-SIDE / USB Cable Installation

1) To install the USB Cable, reverse the removal procedure.
2) To install the PWB-SIDE, reverse the removal procedure.
3) Prior to applying AC power, re-assemble the set and perform the Safety Inspection described on page 6.

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Front Cover Removal

1) Remove four screws (a) from the bottom rear of the set.

(a) (a)
(a) (a)

(2) Lift the Front Cover out from the bottom first. Disconnect all connectors. To re-install, reverse the proce-
dure.

PWB-SBL-(L/R) Removal
1) Remove the screw (a) to remove the SBL bracket. Remove the two screws to remove the PWB-SBL-(L/R)
from the Bracket. Disconnect the connector from the PWB-SBL-(L/R). To re-install, reverse the proce-
dure.

PWB -CONTROL

(b)

(a)

PWB-RST
PWB -SBL-L

PWB-RST Removal
1) Remove the screw (b) to remove the PWB-RST. Remove two screws to remove the PWB-SBL from the
Bracket. Disconnect the connector from the PWB-RST. To re-install, reverse the procedure.

PWB-CONTROL
The PWB-CONTROL is part of the Front Cover. If defective, the entire Front Cover must be replaced.

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 Chapter 4
Service Procedures and Down-to-1 - Troubleshooting

OPTION MENU REMOTE CONTROL

1. Press the <MENU> button on the remote control.
2. Press the buttons<2-4-7-0>.
(The screen will display the Option Menu.)

Initialize
Power Restore: Off
Production Mode: Off
G-LINK Off
Wired IR On
Digital Signal Strength: N/A
Netcommand Software V40 xxx.xx
xxx xxx xxx xxx
xxx xxx xxx xxx
xxx xxx xxx
xxx xxx xxx
Total hours of use: XXXXX

DIGITAL SIGNAL STRENGTH

1. Tune to a Digital Channel.
2. From the Option Menu scroll down and highlight Digital Signal Strength.
3. Press <ENTER>.

Example of Digital Signal Strength Display

Signal Quality
Tuner 0 Tuner 1 OOB Tuner
Index (0-100)
Frequency (MHz): 597 0 0
SNR Recommended Levels: Signal Level: 8 0 0
VSB = 15 to 35 Modulation: 256 QAM Unknown Unknown
64 QAM = 22 to 34 Carrier Lock: Locked Unknown Unknown
256 QAM = 27 to 37 SQI 100 0 0
SNR 34.3 0 0
Signal Noise Correctable errors: 0 0 0
Ratio UnCorrectabel errors: 0 0 0

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 Reset / Initialization
SERVICE TIP:
Many customer generated symptoms, intermittent symptoms or no symptom found can be resolved by using the
various Reset and Initialization options. Before visiting the customer’s home ask the customer 1st to try the System
Reset button on the control panel and if this does not resolve the issue, then they can perform an A/V Reset by
pressing the Guide + Format buttons on the front panel at the same time. Then, if necessary, perform a user level
Initialization by pressing MENU-123-ENTER with the remote. The customer should be made aware when settings
and/or options will be reset. For more information, see the chart below.
NOTE: During Initialization, the set will reboot. Wait until the Power
LED stops flashing before unplugging or powering ON the TV.
Reset / Initialization Guide
Reset Name When to use How to use Resulting Action
Remote Returns the remote control TV 1) Set the slide switch to TV Once the valid code has
Control TV layer to normal operation. 2) pos ition. been entered and
Layer Reset 2) Pres s and hold the POWER button until it confirmed, the remote
3) flashes twice then releas e the button. contrrol has been reset.
3) Enter the code 0 0 9 3 5.
Remote Returns the volume and mute 1) (1) Set the slide switch to TV position. The remote will now
Control TV functions of the remote control to 2) (2) Pres s and hold the POWER button until it operate the TV's volume
Volume/Mute TV volume and mute for TV, 2) flashes twice then releas e the button. and mute when the
functions Cable/Sat, VCR and DVD layers 3) (3) Enter the code 9 9 3 VOL UP. s lide switch is in the TV,
after the Audio Lock for AV CABLE/SAT, VCR or
Receiver feature has been used. DVD positions .
A/V Memory When the audio and or video MENU --> Audio/Video--> AV Reset All Audio and Video
Reset, by s ettings for a single input s ettings for the
individual s eems to be incorrect. individual input are
input reset except for the
Listen To, Language,
Balance and Closed
Caption settings .
A/V Reset, all To reset audio and video While viewing the TV, pres s the front panel buttons All Audio and Video
inputs adjustments for all inputs to the GUIDE + FORMAT at the s ame time. s ettings are reset to the
original factory settings. factory default settings.
No other menu options
are changed.
System To reset the TV when it does not Press the SYSTEM RESET button on the front panel TV Micro Re-boots .
Reset turn on or off, does not respond with a pointed object such as a pencil or paperclip. Note: The changes
to the remote control, front panel made during the current
buttons or has other unus ual TV-On period may be
s ymptoms. lost. All other previous
user settings are not
lost.
Initialize User To reset all cus tomer settings Press MENU - 123 - ENTER All customer menu
Level except V-Chip options and A/V s ettings
except V-Chip are reset
to factory default.
Initialize - To reset all cus tomer settings MENU - 2470. Highlight INITIALIZE and press ENTER All customer menu
Service Level options and A/V s ettings
are reset to factory
default.
V-Chip If V-Chip password is not known Press QV + 9 at the same time. Password will be
Pass word bypas sed. If in the V-
Bypas s Chip menu, enter a new
pass word.
Unlock Front To unlock the front panel if it has Press and hold the front panel MENU button for 8 Front Panel becomes
Panel been locked in the V-Chip Menu. s econds . operational. Other V-
Chip settings not
changed. Note: Cannot
be performed while in
the Low Power mode
and the s et is Off.

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When INITIALIZATION is selected, all Customer Menu and Audio/Video settings are returned to the factory default values
listed in the following charts.

INITIAL SETTINGS
Audio/Video Setup Menu
Settings Language (Idioma) English
Video Scan
Picture Mode Brilliant Ant1 Air --
Brilliant Contrast 100% Ant1 Cable --
Brilliant Brightness 50% Ant2 Air --
Color 50% Ant2 Cable --
Tint 50% Start
Sharpness 50% Edit
Brilliant Color Temp High Channel in Memory All Added
Video noise (High-Medium-Low-Off) Medium Name --

SharpEdge On FAV1 unchecked

Deep Field Imager On FAV2 unchecked
FAV3 unchecked
Audio FAV4 unchecked
Bass 50% FAV5 unchecked
Treble 50% FAV6 unchecked
Balance 50% Lock Unlock
Sound mode Normal T imer Cloc k
Listen To (Analog Only) Stereo Settings Manual
Language (Digital Only) English Time 12:00pm
Level Sound Off Date 1/1/2008
Time Zone Eastern
Global Daylight Savings Applies
Video Mute On T imer Gray out
Audio Only Screen Saver On Timer Off
Film Mode Auto Day Daily
Smooth 120Hz Off Time 12:00pm
Blue Glow On if TV On Input ANT-1
Test picture -- Channel 2
Format Energy
Ant-1,2 (480I) Stretch Energy Mode Fast Power On
Ant-1,2 (HD Digital) Standard 3D Mode Gray out
Input-1,2,3,4 Stretch
HDMI-1,2, 3, 4 (Video or PC) Standard TV Volume 30%
USB Photo Standard

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INITIAL SETTINGS (Continue d)

Inputs M e nu Captions M e nu
Name Closed Captions
A nt-1 On A nalog Captions On if Mute
Ant-2 On Analog Bac kground Gray
Input-1 Gray out Digital Captions On if Mute
Input-2 Gray out
Input-3 Gray out Digital Settings
Input-4 Gray out Font Def ault
HDMI-1 Gray out Font Size Large
HDMI-2 Gray out Font Color White
HDMI-3 Gray out Font Opacity Translucent
HDMI-4 Gray out Bac kground Color Black
Order A nt-1, A nt-2 Bac kground Opacity Translucent
Learn -- (Gray out f or antenna) Lock M e nu
AVR -- Parent
Learn -- Lock Of f
Pow er On -- TV Rating TV -PG, TV -14,TV -MA
loc ked and all c ategories
f or each locked
V olume Up -- PG, PG-13, R, NC-17, X
loc ked
V olume Dn -- Movie Rating 12:00pm
Mute -- Start Time 12:00pm
Pow er Of f -- Stop Time Gray out until av ailable
Input 1 -- Other Of f
Input 2 -- Other ratings TBD
Input 3 -- Rating Group TBD
Input 4 -- Rating
Input 5 -- Time Of f
HDMI Control Lock by Time 12:00pm
NetCommand HDMI Control Of f Lock Time 12:00pm
Unlock Time
Control Panel Of f
Lock Front Panel Buttons

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A/V MEMORY
Each of the external inputs has it’s own Audio/Video Memory. A change in an A/V setting at a specific input
is stored in memory for that specific input.

A/V RESET
1. Press the front panel <GUIDE> and <FORMAT> buttons at the same time to initialize the A/V Memory for all inputs.
2. The AV Reset in the user’s menu initializes only the selected input’s A/V Memory.

INITIAL AUDIO/VIDEO SETTINGS BY INPUT

HDMI H DMI HDMI USB
A/V Mem ory Ant INPU T (Video) (PC) (PC 3D) (JPEG)
Picture mode Brilliant Brilliant Brilliant Bright Bright Brilliant
Brilliant Contrast MAX MAX MAX MAX MAX MAX
Brilliant Brightness Center Center Center Center Center Center
Color Center Center Center Center Center Center
Tint Center Center Center Center Center Center
Sharpness Center Center Center Center Center Center
Color Temp. High High High High High High
Perfect Color Center Center Center Center Center Center
Perfect Tint Center Center Center Center Center Center
Deep Field Imager On On On n/a n/a On
Video Noise Medium Medium Medium Medium Medium Medium
Film Mode Auto Auto Auto n/a n/a n/a
SharpEdge On On On On Off On
Bass Center Center Center Center Center n/a
Treble Center Center Center Center Center n/a
Balance Center Center Center Center Center n/a
Sound mode Normal Normal Normal Normal Normal n/a
Listen To Stereo n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a
Level Sound Off Off Off Off Off n/a
Language (Digital only) English n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a
Vertical Position n/a n/a n/a Center Center n/a
Horizontal Position n/a n/a n/a Center Center n/a

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FRONT PANEL LED INDICATIONS
The front panel LEDs provide an indication of the set’s operation, and the possible cause of a malfunction. There
are two front panel LEDs, “Power” and “Status.” The LED display shows the current status or indicates a possible
malfunction. If an abnormal condition is indicated, proceed to the Error Code Operational Check for more specific
information.
STATUS POWER

NORMAL LED INDICATIONS

Pow er LED Sta tus LED Condition
Off Off Off (Standby)
Fast Blinking Initialization (40 - 60 seconds after set
Off
Blue plugged in or System Reset)
Blue Off Power On
Slow Blinking
Off Power On Timer is set
Blue

ABNORMAL LED INDICATIONS

Pow er LED Sta tus LED Condition
Temperature high – room hot.
Off Yellow Laser unit temperature is abnormally high.
Optical fiber temperature is abnormally high.
Blinking Cover-back (top/bottom) is open.
Off
Yellow Laser unit is not assembled completely.
Laser unit failure
Laser abnormal brightness
Linear motor failure
Communication in laser unit failure
Off Red Chassis side failure
Communication with laser micro fail
Communication with engine fail
No Lamp-EN, No ASIC-ready
DVI cable disconnection
Circuit failure (short)
Blinking Fan Stop
Off
Red (DMD Fan, Fan in laser unit)

ERROR CODE OPERATIONAL CHECK

When an abnormal condition is indicated by the Status LED, perform the Error Code Operational Check.
To activate, press the front panel <INPUT> and <MENU> buttons at the same time and hold for 5 seconds.
The “POWER LED” will then flash denoting a two digit code.
• The number of flashes indicates the value of the MSD (tens digit) of the Error Code.
• The flashing then pauses for approximately 1/2 second.
• The LED then flashes indicating the value of the LSD (ones digit) of the Error Code.
• The Error Code is repeated a total of 5 times.
Example: If the Error Code is “23”, the LED will flash two times, pause, and then flash three
times.

Note: The TV must be in “Shut Down” and not have been switched Off, to perform the Error Code
Operational Check. When the TV is switched Off, the code automatically resets to “12” No Error.
Note: Use the front panel buttons, not the remote control.
Note: If there is no response, the front panel may be locked by a V-Chip setting. To unlock, press and
hold <MENU> for 5 seconds.

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Error Codes
The Error Code designations indicating malfunction, or no malfunction, are listed below:

Error Lock
Description Possible Cause
Code Out?
N o serious error since last main power o n o r last micro
12
initialization, or no errors in th e error cod e h istory list.
Contact MDEA Tech Support 1-800-552-
13 C over-4 (Light Source Assembly) is open.
8324
I f this is detected immed iately after AC is applied ,
PWB-MAIN
Standby Power supply short is detected.
14
I f this is detected after POW-ON from standby,
PWB-MAIN
Power supply (SPA3.3V) short is detected.
16 LAMP-EN doesn’t output from engine to TV micro Optical Engine
17 Engin e I2C bus communication error is detected Optical Engine, PWB-MAIN
18 ASIC-ready from e ngine is not d etected. Optical Engine, PWB-MAIN
C heck lead-connecto r LN-SN connection.
C heck SENSOR-RGB board.
Fiber Optic Cable disconnected
19 Yes C heck fiber optic connection at Light So urce
Or SENSOR-RGB Data is out of limits.** R eplace Eng ine/Optic Cable
R eplace Light Source Assembly
23 C over-1 (bottom rear cover) is open. Contact MDEA Tech Support 1-800-552-
8324
25 Excessive temperature within Light Source Air circulatio n
26 Laser FAN1 or 2 stop Light Source Assembly
29 I ntern al communication error Laser micro Light Source Assembly
37 D MD-FAN stops. D MD Fan, Engine
38 Yes Laser unit temperature is abnorm ally high. Air Circulation, Light Source Assembly
39 Abnormal low amb ient temperature within Light sou rce
Temperature too low, Light Source Assembly
44 D VI cable is discon nected. D VI Cable or connectio n
45 D iffuser mo tor stops. Eng ine
C heck optical fiber condition
46 Yes Fiber temperature is abnormally high.
R eplace Eng ine/Optic Cable
48 P-ON short PWB-MAIN
49 Yes Laser abnormal brightness Light Source Assembly
56 FPGA communication error with laser micro Light Source Assembly
57 C ommunication error between TV micro an d L aser micro PWB-MAIN or Light Source Assembly
58 Power supply short in Laser unit Light Source Assembly
C heck Connector SC,
67 Linear motor 1 or 2 abnormal
Screen Assembly call MDEA 1-800-888-6773
68 C over-3 (top rear cover) is open. Contact MDEA Tech Support 1-800-552-
8324

Lock Out: Rece iver is lo cked and can not be powered on even after AC-reset.
After correcting the ca use, re-boot the TV a nd U n-Lock th e set by pressing <MENU> and <Ch Down> for 5 seconds until Red
Status LED goes out.
** Error Code 19: To reset the SENSOR-RGB Data, first perform the Un-Lock procedure. Then with the set Off (Standby)
press <MENU> and <Ch Up> for 5 seconds until t he STATUS LED turns green fo r 3 seconds. After operation is restored ,
perform the MEMORIZE SENSOR-RGB procedure detaile d in the D ata Tran sfer section.

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ERROR CODE LOG
The Error Code Log - may be helpful to retrieve the code for an error the occurred in the past.
To access the Error Code Log: Press <MENU> <3-5-6-4>

Error Code Definitions

• Page - Current page number
• Current Time - total hours of operational use.
• Lamp Time - usage hours when the error occurred.
• Code - the specific Error Code that occurred.
• Status - Two types:
OCCURRENCE - when the error occurred.
RECOVERY - when normal operation resumed.

NOTE: The Error Code Log is intended as a reference tool and is not meant to be used as a final determination of a
defective part.

***** PAGE (002/002) *****

CURRENT TIM E: 01455 HOURS

LA M P TIM E CODE STA TUS

00413 HRS 57 OCCURRENCE
00413 HRS 57 RECOV ERY Press Up to Previous Page
00716 HRS 32 OCCURRENCE
00716 HRS 32 RECOV ERY Press Right to Top Page
00905 HRS 61 OCCURRENCE
00905 HRS 61 RECOV ERY Press CA NCEL to Initializ e
Press MENU to Ex it

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Service Adjustments and Data Transfer
There are 2 types of Service Adjustments required in this model, Electrical and Mechanical. In addition, the Data
Transfer Procedure will be described in this chapter.
Electrical Adjustments
• Horizontal and Vertical Centering
• TSP Alignment
• 16 Point Keystone Alignment
• 4:3 Geometry
• Letterbox Geometry

Mechanical Adjustments
• ASP Mirror Alignment

Measuring Equipment and Jigs

• Remote Control. No other Test Equipment is required.

Test Signals
• Internally generated Test Signals are used. No additional external signals are required.

NOTE: Except when specified, the receiver should be fully assembled for all Service Adjustments.

SERVICE MODE
The Service Mode is used for:
• Test Signal activation - Used for both Electrical and Mechanical Adjustments.
• Horizontal and vertical position adjustment
• Keystone, 4:3 and letterbox geometry adjustments.
• Data transfer (restore and backup).
• Memorize RGB Sensor.

1. Activating the Service Mode

1. Press the “MENU” button on the remote control. The “Customer Menu” will appear.
2. Press <2-4-5-7>. The Service Menu below will appear. If not, press <EXIT> and repeat steps 1 and 2.

IS F

TVM
1.HVPOS 13
65530

2. Test Pattern Activation

When in the Service Mode, press PLAY <Z> to activate the internal test patterns (no indication will
be given), then use FAST FORWARD <ff> or REWIND <ee> to select the desired Test Pattern.

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3. Adjustment Function Selection

Use the “AUDIO” button to select a specific Adjustment Function.
NOTE: There are 2 Service Functions on these models: “TVM” and the “ASIC” function. Service adjustments
are performed in the (default) TVM mode.

4. Horizontal and Vertical Position Adjustment

1. Enter the Service Mode (Step 1) .
2. Select the Geometry Test Pattern shown below (Step 2).
3. Select the TVM Function if necessary (Step 3).
4. Use the “VIDEO” button to select the specific adjustment, “1.HVPOS”.

Geometry Test Pattern

ISF

Function TVM
Adjustment 1.HVPOS 13 Data (HPOS)

65530 Data (V POS)

5. After selecting the HVPOS adjustment item, use the DIRECTION <TSWX> buttons to center the
display.
• If a UP/DOWN <TS> button is pressed, the vertical position and VPOS adjustment data changes.
• If a RIGHT/LEFT <WX> button is pressed, the horizontal position and HPOS adjustment data
changes.
6. Press <ENTER> to save the adjustment data in memory.
The display characters go red for approximately one second in this step.
Note: If the circuit adjustment mode is terminated without pressing <ENTER>, changes in
adjustment data are not saved.

5. TSP Alignment
1. Enter the Service Mode (Step 1) .
2. Select the TSP Test Pattern shown in the following graphic (Step 2).
3. Select the TVM Function if necessary (Step 3).
4. Use the “VIDEO” button to select the specific adjustment, “2.TSP”.

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5. Use the DIRECTION <TS> buttons to straighten the horizonal lines, see below.
6. Press <ENTER> to save the adjustment data in memory.
The display characters go red for approximately one second in this step.

TSP Test Pattern

Before
Adjustment

After
Adjustment

6. Manual Keystone Geometry Alignment

Note: If the upper left or right corner geometry is skewed in or out, perform the ASP Mirror Adjustment first.
Note: If only minor edge geometry correction is required, proceed to Phase 3, Keystone Geometry Touchup.
1. Activate the Service Mode <MENU><2-4-5-7>. From the Service Menu, press the <0> button. The Data
Selection Menu will appear.
2. Use the <TS> buttons to select “MANUAL KEYSTONE GEOMETRY ALIGNMENT” and press
<ENTER>.
The Manual Keystone Geometry Alignment Pattern will appear. See next page.
3. Perform a reset - Press <1> then <ENTER>. This will null all correction data. Then re-enter the Manual
Keystone Geometry Alignment mode by repeating step 2.
Note: To restore the original factory correction data, select “RESTORE KEYSTONE GEOMETRY FROM
BACKUP” and press <ENTER>.

RESTORE A LIGNM ENT A ND W HITE BA LANCE SETTINGS FROM BA CKUP

RESTORE KEYSTONE GEOM ETRY FROM BACKUP
M A NUAL KEYSTONE GEOM ETRY A LIGNM ENT
M EM ORIZE SENSOR-RGB

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Cursor +
+

Adjustment Points
(16 Total)

Align Cursor + Flush W ith Bezel Edge

Phase 1 - Cursor Position

1. 16 Adjustment Points are indicated by white dots around the edge of the raster. The adjustment position is
indicated by a + cursor.
2. Starting from the upper left corner, use the <WTSX> buttons to align the + at each point in a straight line,
flush with the bezel as a reference. See example above.
Note: Only the cursor will move. The Geometry Pattern will not change.
3. After adjusting each point, use the <XX> button to shift the cursor to the next point clockwise and repeat
until all 16 points have been adjusted.
4. After all 16 points are adjusted and the cursor is returned to the original starting point, press <ENTER>.
Correction will be automatically calculated and saved and the Manual Keystone Geometry Alignment will
be terminated.
5. Press <ENTER> to re-activate the Manual Keystone Geometry Alignment. The keystone geometry pattern
will appear with the corrections applied.

Phase 2 - 4:3 and Letterbox Alignment

1. With the Manual Keystone Geometry Alignment activated, press <VIDEO> to enter the 4:3 Alignment Mode.
The pattern will be displayed with the Left Blue 4:3 Line. Press <VIDEO> again for the Right Blue Line.
2. In the 4:3 Alignment Mode, continuing to press <XX> will cause the geometry pattern to be displayed with
11 different preset amounts of correction. Continue pressing <WW> or <XX> to cycle through the 11
patterns until you find the one with the straightest 4:3 Mode Line. It may help to count the patterns as you
cycle through them. When you find the pattern with the straightest Left Blue 4:3 Line, press <VIDEO>. The
pattern with the Right Blue 4:3 Line will be displayed. Repeat the procedure. Press <VIDEO> again and the
Top Letterbox Alignment Mode will then be activated as indicated by the Top Red Letterbox Line displayed in
the pattern.

Select Straightest Left Blue 4:3 Line Select Straightest Right Blue 4:3 Line

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Select Straightest Top Red Letterbox Line

3. In the Top Letterbox Alignment Mode, continuing to press <XX> will cause the geometry pattern to be dis-
played with 15 different preset amounts of correction to the Top Red Letterbox Line. Continue pressing
<WW> or <XX> to cycle through the 15 patterns until you find the one with the straightest Top Red Letterbox
Line. Again, count the patterns as you cycle through them. When you find the pattern with the
straightest line, press <VIDEO>. The Bottom Letterbox Alignment Mode will then be activated as
indicated by the Bottom Red Letterbox Line displayed in the pattern.

Select Straightest Bottom Red Letterbox Line

4. In the Bottom Letterbox Alignment Mode, continuing to press <XX> will cause the geometry pattern to be
displayed with 10 different preset amounts of correction to the Bottom Red Letterbox Line. Continue press-
ing <WW> or <XX> to cycle through the 10 patterns until you find the one with the straightest Bottom Red
Letterbox Line. Again, count the patterns as you cycle through them. When you find the pattern with the
straightest line, press <ENTER> to exit and save the 4:3 and letterbox data.
5. Select the Geometry Test Pattern (See HVPOS). If Keystone Geometry is acceptable, press <EXIT> to quit.
To touch-up the raster geometry, proceed.

Phase 3 - Keystone Geometry Touch-up

1. Enter the Manual Keystone Geometry Alignment mode (Steps 1~2, page 30).
2. Use the <WW> or <XX> button to shift the cursor to the point needing correction.
3. Use the <WTSX> buttons to indicate the direction and amount of correction necessary at the particular
point. Note: Only the cursor will move. The Geometry Pattern will not change.
4. Press the <INFO> button to apply the correction. The Geometry Pattern will now show the correction.
5. Repeat steps 2, 3 and 4 as needed.

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7. Data Transfer
After entering the Service Mode <MENU><2-4-5-7> and selecting the Data Transfer Menu <0>, three other data
selections are listed on screen.

<MENU> <2-4-5-7><0>
RESTORE ALIGNMENT AND WHITE BALANCE SETTINGS FROM BACKUP
RESTORE KEYSTONE GEOMETRY FROM BACKUP
MANUAL KEYSTONE GEOMETRY ALIGNMENT
MEMORIZE SENSOR-RGB

• RESTORE ALIGNMENT AND WHITE BALANCE SETTINGS… restores HVPOS and White Balance data from
theOptical Engine to the PWB-MAIN.
• RESTORE KEYSTONE GEOMETRY FROM BACKUP… restores Keystone Geometry data from the Optical
Engine to the PWB-MAIN.
Procedure:
a. Enter the Service Mode <MENU><2-4-5-7> Select the Data Transfer Menu <0>
b. Use the <TS> buttons to select the data item and press <ENTER>.
c. Press <EXIT> to quit.

• MEMORIZE SENSOR - RGB… memorizes RGB Sensor data.

Procudure:
1. Reset SENSOR-RGB Data
a. Plug in the TV and allow it to boot-up, but do not turn it On (Standby condition).
b. On the front panel, press and hold the <MENU> and <CHANNEL S> buttons at the same time for
about 5 seconds until the STATUS LED lights green for 3 seconds.
2. Memorize SENSOR-RGB
a. Turn the TV on and allow it to warm up for 5 minutes.
b. Select a normal video source.
c. Press the <MENU> button on the remote control. The Customer Menu will appear.
d. Press the <2-4-5-7> buttons. The Service Menu will appear.
e. Press the <0> button. The Data Selection Menu will appear.
f. Use the <TS> buttons to select “MEMORIZE SENSOR-RGB” and press <ENTER>. A green
square will appear in the on screen display indicating the memorization process was sucessful. If a
red square appears, repeat the Reset SENSOR-RGB Data and Memorize SENSOR-RGB Data
procedures.
g Press <EXIT> to quit.

There is one additional Data Transfer option, COPY SETTINGS TO BACKUP - it backs up all data on PWB-MAIN
onto the Optical Engine. WARNING, use only after replacing the Optical Engine. To perform this option, from
the Data Transfer Menu press the <1> button. The data settings will be copied to backup. You will automatically
exit the Data Transfer Menu.

After PWB-MAIN Replacement…

a) RESTORE ALIGNMENT AND WHITE BALANCE SETTINGS
b) RESTORE KEYSTONE GEOMETRY FROM BACKUP
After Light Source Assembly Replacement…
a) MEMORIZE SENSOR - RGB
After Optical Engine Replacement…
a) COPY SETTINGS TO BACKUP
b) MEMORIZE SENSOR - RGB
After PWB-SENSOR-RGB Replacement…
a) MEMORIZE SENSOR - RGB

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8. ASP Mirror Adjustment

Note: After ASP Mirror Adjustment, perform the Manual Keystone Geometry Alignment procedure.
1. Activate the Service Mode <MENU><2-4-5-7>. From the Service Menu, press PLAY <Z> to activate the
internal test patterns (no indication will be given), then use <ee> or <ff> to select the Geometry Test
Pattern. Refer to page 5-2
2. Press the <0> button. The Data Selection Menu will appear.
3. Use the <TS> buttons to select “MANUAL KEYSTONE GEOMETRY ALIGNMENT” and press
<ENTER>.
The Manual Keystone Geometry Alignment Pattern will appear. Refer to pages 5-3 & 5-4.
4. Perform a reset - Press <1> then <ENTER>. This will null all correction data, exit the Manual Keystone
Geometry Alignment and return to the Geometry Test Pattern. Use the Geometry Test Pattern for the
remainder of the ASP Mirror Adjustment procedure.
5. Remove two screws (a) to remove the ASP Mirror Adjustment Cover.

ASP MIRROR ADJUSTMENT COVER

(a) (a)

6. Loosen the left and right Adjuster Locking Screws using a 2mm (5/64”) L shaped allen wrench.

ADJU STE R LOCKIN G S CREWS

ASP MIRR OR
ADJUS TME NT S CRE WS

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ADJUSTER LOCKING SCREWS

ASP MIRROR
ADJUSTMENT SCREWS

7. Adjust the Right Adjuster (facing the rear) in the direction indicated to adjust the top left (facing the front).

8. Adjust the Left Adjuster (facing the rear) in the direction indicated to adjust the top right (facing the front).

9. When raster geometry is as square as possible, tighten the Adjuster Locking Screws and replace the ASP
Mirror Adjustment Cover. NOTE: To prevent thread damage, avoid over tightening the Locking Screws.
10. Perform the Manual Keystone Geometry Adjustment procedure, page 5-3.

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Circuit Block Diagrams

PWB-POWER - Main Power Supply

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PWB-MAIN - DC to DC Supplies

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Circuit Block Diagrams (Continued)

PWB-MAIN - Video Signal Path

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Circuit Block Diagrams (Continued)

PWB-MAIN - Audio Signal Path

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Parts Quick Reference
SAFETY
PART PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION CRITICAL
Remote Control 290P137040 REMOTE-CONTROL V40
Main PWB 934C287001 ASSY-PWB-MAIN
Power PWB 934D005001 ASSY-PWB-POWER
Sensor PWB 935D991001 ASSY-PWB-SENSOR-RGB
Light Source Assembly 870B002001 LASER-LIGHT-SOURCE YES
Optical Engine 870B004001 OPTICAL-ENGINE YES

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