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KDL-22EX425/32EX425/32EX525/40EX525/46EX525 3
SECTION 1 - SAFETY AND FEATURES
HANDLING THE LVDS FFC CONNECTOR
Several 2011 Models use a LVDS FFC Connector from the Main Board to the TCON Board. There are three different types of
connectors that are used.
CAUTION:
Refer to the illustration below when disconnecting or
connecting the LVDS FFC Connector.
Correct
Incorrect
DISCONNECTING THE LVDS FFC CONNECTOR
Connector Type 2
1. Gently press down on the
release tab of the Main Board
connector.
DO NOT remove the LVDS
FFC Connector by the
reinforcement tab only.
2. Correctly holding onto the
LVDS FFC Connector, pull out
the connector while continuing
to hold down the release tab of
the Main Board connector.
Connector Type 1
1. Slightly tilt the Main Board
connector release away from the
LVDS FFC Connector.
DO NOT remove the LVDS FFC
Connector by the reinforcement
tab only.
2. Gently wiggle the LVDS FFC
Connector to detach it from the
Main Board.
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Main Board
Reinforcement
Tab
Tilt away from LVDS
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Press down
Main Board
Reinforcement
Tab
Connector Type 3
1. Gently press down on the 2
release tabs of the Main Board
connector.
DO NOT remove the LVDS
FFC Connector by the
reinforcement tab only.
2. Correctly holding onto the
LVDS FFC Connector, pull out
the connector while continuing
to hold down the release tabs
of the Main Board connector.
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Reinforcement
Tab
Press down
Main Board
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SECTION 1 - SAFETY AND FEATURES
CONNECTING THE LVDS FFC CONNECTOR
CAUTION:
The LVDS FFC Connector can be inserted into the
Main Board upside down. If it is inserted upside down,
the pins on the LVDS FFC Connector will short-circuit and
damage the board.
Inserted Correctly
Inserted Incorrectly
Connector Type 2
1. Gently press down on the release
tab of the Main Board connector.
2. Holding onto the entire LVDS FFC
Connector, insert the LVDS FFC
Connector into the Main Board
connector.
Connector Type 1
1. While holding onto the LVDS FFC
Connector, gently tilt the Main
Board connector release towards
the Main Board then slide the
LVDS FFC Connector straight in.
Main Board
Reinforcement
Tab
Tilt away from LVDS
Main Board
Reinforcement
Tab
Press down
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Connector Type 3
1. Gently press down on the 2
release tabs of the Main Board
connector.
2. Holding onto the entire LVDS FFC
Connector, insert the LVDS FFC
Connector into the Main Board
connector.
Reinforcement
Tab
Press down
Main Board
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SECTION 1 - SAFETY AND FEATURES
SAFETY-RELATED WARNINGS
USE CAUTION WHEN HANDLING THE LCD PANEL
When repairing the LCD panel, be sure you are grounded by using a wrist band.
When installing the LCD panel on a wall, the LCD panel must be secured using the 4 mounting holes on the rear cover.
When installing the LCD panel on a wall, the LCD panel must be secured using the 4 mounting holes on the rear cover.
1. Do not press on the panel or frame edge to avoid the risk of electric shock.
2. Do not scratch or press on the panel with any sharp objects.
3. Do not leave the module in high temperatures or in areas of high humidity for an extended period of time.
4. Do not expose the LCD panel to direct sunlight.
5. Avoid contact with water. It may cause a short circuit within the module.
6. Disconnect the AC power when replacing the backlight or inverter circuit.
(High voltage occurs at the inverter circuit at 650Vrms.)
7. Always clean the LCD panel with a soft cloth material.
8. Use care when handling the wires or connectors of the inverter circuit. Damaging the wires may cause a short.
9. Protect the panel from ESD to avoid damaging the electronic circuit (C-MOS).
10. During the repair,
DO NOT leave the Power On for more than 1 hour while the TV is face down on a cloth
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SECTION 1 - SAFETY AND FEATURES
SAFETY CHECK-OUT
After correcting the original service problem, perform the following safety checks before releasing the set to the customer:
1. Check the area of your repair for unsoldered or poorly soldered connections. Check the entire board surface for solder
splashes and bridges.
2. Check the interboard wiring to ensure that no wires are “pinched” or touching high-wattage resistors.
3. Check that all control knobs, shields, covers, ground straps, and mounting hardware have been replaced. Be absolutely
certain that you have replaced all the insulators.
4. Look for unauthorized replacement parts, particularly transistors, that were installed during a previous repair. Point them out
to the customer and recommend their replacement.
5. Look for parts which, though functioning, show obvious signs of deterioration. Point them out to the customer and
recommend their replacement.
6. Check the line cords for cracks and abrasion. Recommend the replacement of any such line cord to the customer.
7. Check the antenna terminals, metal trim, “metallized” knobs, screws, and all other exposed metal parts for AC leakage.
Check leakage as described below.
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