HISTORY INFORMATION FOR THE FOLLOWING MANUAL: SERVICE MANUAL CHASSIS MODEL NAME REMOTE COMMANDER DESTINATION KDL-32XBR6 RM-YD023 US/CND KDL-32XBR6 RM-YD023 MX/LATIN AMERICA KDL-37XBR6 RM-YD023 US/CND KDL-37XBR6 RM-YD023 MX/LATIN AMERICA ORIGINAL MANUAL ISSUE DATE: 3/2008 :UPDATED ITEM REVISION DATE SUBJECT 3/2008 No revisions or updates are applicable at this time.
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Self Diagnosis Supported model SERVICE MANUAL CHASSIS MODEL NAME REMOTE COMMANDER DESTINATION KDL-32XBR6 RM-YD023 US/CND KDL-32XBR6 RM-YD023 MX/LATIN AMERICA KDL-37XBR6 RM-YD023 US/CND KDL-37XBR6 RM-YD023 MX/LATIN AMERICA KDL-37XBR6 RM-YD023 LCD DIGITAL COLOR TELEVISION 9-883-776-03...
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Components identifi ed by shading and ! mark on the schematic diagrams, exploded views, and in the parts list are critical for safe operation. Replace these components with Sony parts whose part numbers appear as shown in this manual or in supplements published by Sony. Circuit adjustments that are critical for safe operation are identifi...
Les composants identifi es par une trame et par une marque ! sur les schemas de principe, les vues explosees et les listes de pieces sont d’une importance critique pour la securite du fonctionnement. Ne les remplacer que par des composants Sony dont le numero de piece est indique dans le present manuel ou dans des supplements publies par Sony.
KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6 SAFETY-RELATED COMPONENT WARNING There are critical components used in LCD color TVs that are important for safety. These components are identifi ed with shading and mark on the schematic diagrams and the electrical parts list. It is essential that these critical parts be replaced only with the part number specifi...
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Due to the higher melting point of Lead Free Solder the soldering iron tip temperature needs to be set to 370 degrees centigrade. This requires soldering equipment capable of accurate temperature control coupled with a good heat recovery characteristics. For more information on the use of Lead Free Solder, please refer to http://www.sony-training.com KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6...
KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6 SAFETY CHECK-OUT The AC leakage from any exposed metal part to earth ground and After correcting the original service problem, perform the following from all exposed metal parts to any exposed metal part having a safety checks before releasing the set to the customer: return to chassis, must not exceed 0.5 mA (500 microamperes).
KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6 Self Diagnosis SELF-DIAGNOSTIC FUNCTION Supported model The units in this manual contain a self-diagnostic function. If an error occurs, the STANDBY LED indicator will automatically begin to fl ash. The number of times the LED fl ashes translates to a probable source of the problem. A defi nition of the STANDBY LED fl ash indicators is listed in the instruction manual for the user’s knowledge and reference.
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KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6 2 times 5 times LED ON 0.3 sec. LED OFF LED OFF 0.3 sec. 3 sec. Viewing the Self Check Diagnostic List 1. TV must be in standby mode. (Power off). 2. Press the following buttons on the Remote Commander within a second of each other:...
Remove 9 screws Main Bracket Side Jack Bracket BU Board BU Shield 1-4. POWER UNIT REMOVAL Remove 4 screws (KDL-32XBR6 Only) Disconnect 4 connectors (KDL-32XBR6 Only) Remove 6 screws (KDL-37XBR6 Only) Disconnect 4 connectors (KDL-37XBR6 Only) KDL-37XBR6 Power Unit KDL-32XBR6...
The LVDS cable can only be installed one way. There is colored tape on the cable to determine which side is attached to the TCON and which side is attached to the BU Board. Refer to Wire Dressing Illustration “Installation Procedure” on Page 34 for KDL-32XBR6 and Page 48 for KDL-37XBR6. Disconnect 1 connector...
KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6 1-9. ETC- INVERTER MT BOARD REMOVAL (KDL-32XBR6 ONLY) NOTE: The LVDS cable can only be installed one way. There is colored tape on the cable to determine which side is attached to the TCON and which side is attached to the BU Board. Refer to Wire Dressing Illustration “Installation Procedure”...
KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6 1-10. ETC- INVERTER MT BOARD REMOVAL (KDL-37XBR6 ONLY) NOTE: The LVDS cable can only be installed one way. There is colored tape on the cable to determine which side is attached to the TCON and which side is attached to the BU Board. Refer to Wire Dressing Illustration “Installation Procedure”...
Slide out Speaker (R) unit from Bezel Slide out Speaker (L) unit from Bezel Remove 1 screw from Under Bar (KDL-32XBR6 Only) Remove 2 screws from Under Bar (KDL-37XBR6 Only) Disconnect 1 connector and Slide out H3E Board from Clear Panel...
KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6 WIRE DRESSING LEGEND KDL-32XBR6 ONLY SHEET CORE C (2-688-011-01) QTY=7 LCD TAPE (2-688-062-01) HARNESS INSTALLATION ON PANEL QTY=6 SLIDE CLAMP (2-650-770-11) QTY=6 YELLOW TAPE IS CENTER OF PANEL. BLACK UL TAPE INDICATES WHERE HIMELON TAPE IS APPLIED. Use RIB on Panel as Guide where to place yellow UL tape. Apply Himelon Tape (Sheet Core C) Over UL tape on harness.
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KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6 LEGEND KDL-32XBR6 ONLY SHEET CORE C (2-688-011-01) QTY=7 H Boards & Speaker Harness Use Black UL tape on harness to indicate where Himelon LCD TAPE (2-688-062-01) QTY=6 (Sheet Core C) will be placed. SLIDE CLAMP (2-650-770-11) QTY=6 Apply LCD TAPE over Right speaker harness.
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KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6 LEGEND KDL-32XBR6 ONLY SHEET CORE C (2-688-011-01) QTY=7 H4 Board Wire Routing Detail LCD TAPE (2-688-062-01) QTY=6 SLIDE CLAMP (2-650-770-11) QTY=6 ADD LCD TAPE on Panel sharp edge. Wires are CLEAR of metal sharp edge. KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6...
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KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6 LEGEND KDL-32XBR6 ONLY SHEET CORE C (2-688-011-01) QTY=7 H4 Board Harness LCD TAPE (2-688-062-01) QTY=6 SLIDE CLAMP (2-650-770-11) QTY=6 Apply LCD Tape on panel edge for “no touch” sharp edge of panel KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6...
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KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6 LEGEND KDL-32XBR6 ONLY SHEET CORE C (2-688-011-01) QTY=7 LCD TAPE (2-688-062-01) HARNESS INSTALATION ON PANEL QTY=6 SLIDE CLAMP (2-650-770-11) QTY=6 Apply Himelon Sheet Core C over UL Tape on Harness Center of Panel Yellow UL Tape DO NOT APPLY Himelon over This tape.
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KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6 LEGEND KDL-32XBR6 ONLY SHEET CORE C (2-688-011-01) QTY=7 LCD TAPE (2-688-062-01) HARNESS INSTALLATION ON PANEL – QTY=6 SLIDE CLAMP (2-650-770-11) CAUTION QTY=6 CAUTION: MAKE SURE ALL wires on Main Harness are on the SIDE of the panel in this area!
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KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6 LEGEND KDL-32XBR6 ONLY SHEET CORE C (2-688-011-01) QTY=7 Combination H Boards/Speaker Harness LCD TAPE (2-688-062-01) QTY=6 SLIDE CLAMP (2-650-770-11) QTY=6 Wires are routed CLEAR of lower LCD Bracket. Himelon Tape over wires for Left Speaker KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6...
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KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6 LEGEND KDL-32XBR6 ONLY SHEET CORE C (2-688-011-01) QTY=7 LCD TAPE (2-688-062-01) QTY=6 SLIDE CLAMP (2-650-770-11) QTY=6 BU Board support Plate Dress Multi-Harness in 2 slide clamps as Shown. Make sure that clamps are Locked In T-shaped hole on BU-Bracket.
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KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6 LEGEND KDL-32XBR6 ONLY SHEET CORE C (2-688-011-01) QTY=7 LCD TAPE (2-688-062-01) QTY=6 SLIDE CLAMP (2-650-770-11) QTY=6 Balancer Board Harness Apply Slide Clamp to Spine Frame. Apply Sheet Core C to hold balancer Board wires to panel. KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6...
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KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6 LEGEND KDL-32XBR6 ONLY SHEET CORE C (2-688-011-01) QTY=7 Balancer Board Harness LCD TAPE (2-688-062-01) QTY=6 SLIDE CLAMP (2-650-770-11) QTY=6 Dress Balancer Board harness in side clamp and black clips on the G Board bracket. KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6...
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KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6 LEGEND KDL-32XBR6 ONLY SHEET CORE C (2-688-011-01) QTY=7 LCD TAPE (2-688-062-01) 13P Power Harness QTY=6 SLIDE CLAMP (2-650-770-11) QTY=6 KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6...
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KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6 LEGEND KDL-32XBR6 ONLY SHEET CORE C (2-688-011-01) QTY=7 LCD TAPE (2-688-062-01) CAUTION: QTY=6 SLIDE CLAMP (2-650-770-11) Keep harnesses away from JIG QTY=6 Connectors. Route cables as shown. Multi-Harness Routing Caution KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6...
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KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6 LEGEND KDL-32XBR6 ONLY SHEET CORE C (2-688-011-01) QTY=7 LCD TAPE (2-688-062-01) H-1 Board Routing/Dressing QTY=6 SLIDE CLAMP (2-650-770-11) QTY=6 Use Tape, LCD (2places) It is cheaper than Sheet Core C KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6...
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KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6 LEGEND KDL-32XBR6 ONLY SHEET CORE C (2-688-011-01) QTY=7 LCD TAPE (2-688-062-01) QTY=6 SLIDE CLAMP (2-650-770-11) QTY=6 Route LVDS Cable in Slide Clamp on Spine Frame. LVDS CABLE ROUTING/DRESS Apply 3x8mm screw to secure LVDS clip to BU-Shield. Apply Himelon tape Sheet Core C to Cable as shown.
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KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6 LEGEND KDL-32XBR6 ONLY SHEET CORE C (2-688-011-01) QTY=7 LCD TAPE (2-688-062-01) QTY=6 SLIDE CLAMP (2-650-770-11) QTY=6 Dress AC Cord Cable in Slide Clamps as shown. Place AC grommet in Pig-Tail AC Cord Undercover as shown. KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6...
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KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6 LEGEND KDL-32XBR6 ONLY SHEET CORE C (2-688-011-01) QTY=7 LCD TAPE (2-688-062-01) QTY=6 SLIDE CLAMP (2-650-770-11) QTY=6 Pig-Tail AC Cord CAUTION KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6...
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KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6 LEGEND KDL-32XBR6 ONLY SHEET CORE C (2-688-011-01) QTY=7 LCD TAPE (2-688-062-01) QTY=6 SLIDE CLAMP (2-650-770-11) QTY=6 Pig-Tail AC Cord – Cord Dressing in Undercover PURSELOCK: 11mm dia. P/N: 3-701-417-02 KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6...
KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6 LEGEND KDL-37XBR6 ONLY SHEET CORE C (2-688-011-01) QTY=5 LCD TAPE (2-688-062-01) QTY=6 HARNESS INSTALLATION ON PANEL SLIDE CLAMP (2-650-770-11) QTY=7 BLUE TAPE IS CENTER OF PANEL. BLACK UL TAPE INDICATES WHERE HIMELON TAPE IS APPLIED. Use RIB on Panel as Guide where to place BLUE UL tape. Apply Himelon Tape (Sheet Core C) Over UL tape on harness (3places in this photo) MAKE SURE there is not a lot of excess slack on the cable when taping to TOP of panel.
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KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6 LEGEND KDL-37XBR6 ONLY SHEET CORE C (2-688-011-01) QTY=5 LCD TAPE (2-688-062-01) QTY=6 SLIDE CLAMP (2-650-770-11) QTY=7 H Board & Speaker Harness Use Black UL tape on harness to indicate where Himelon (Sheet Core C) will be placed. Apply LCD TAPE over Right speaker harness.
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KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6 LEGEND KDL-37XBR6 ONLY SHEET CORE C (2-688-011-01) QTY=5 LCD TAPE (2-688-062-01) QTY=6 SLIDE CLAMP (2-650-770-11) H4 Board Wire Routing Detail QTY=7 ADD LCD TAPE on Panel sharp edge. Wires are CLEAR of metal sharp edge. KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6...
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KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6 LEGEND KDL-37XBR6 ONLY SHEET CORE C (2-688-011-01) QTY=5 Combination H Board/Speaker Harness LCD TAPE (2-688-062-01) QTY=6 SLIDE CLAMP (2-650-770-11) QTY=7 Apply LCD Tape for Left Speaker harness. (2Places – tape over speaker not used!) Dress Main Harness Wires in Slide Clamp.(Revision)
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KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6 LEGEND KDL-37XBR6 ONLY SHEET CORE C (2-688-011-01) QTY=5 LCD TAPE (2-688-062-01) QTY=6 BU Main Shield Plate SLIDE CLAMP (2-650-770-11) QTY=7 Dress Multi-Harness in 5 Slide Clamps as Shown. Make sure that clamps are Locked In T-shaped hole on BU-Bracket.
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KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6 LEGEND KDL-37XBR6 ONLY SHEET CORE C (2-688-011-01) QTY=5 LCD TAPE (2-688-062-01) Balancer Board Harness QTY=6 SLIDE CLAMP (2-650-770-11) QTY=7 Apply Sheet Core C to hold balancer Board wires to panel. KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6...
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KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6 LEGEND KDL-37XBR6 ONLY SHEET CORE C (2-688-011-01) QTY=5 LCD TAPE (2-688-062-01) Balancer Board Harness QTY=6 SLIDE CLAMP (2-650-770-11) QTY=7 Dress Balancer Board harness under black U-Clips on the G Board bracket. Dress Balancer Board harness in black clips on the G Board bracket.
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KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6 LEGEND KDL-37XBR6 ONLY SHEET CORE C (2-688-011-01) QTY=5 LCD TAPE (2-688-062-01) 13P Power Harness QTY=6 SLIDE CLAMP (2-650-770-11) QTY=7 KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6...
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KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6 LEGEND KDL-37XBR6 ONLY SHEET CORE C (2-688-011-01) QTY=5 LCD TAPE (2-688-062-01) QTY=6 CAUTION: SLIDE CLAMP (2-650-770-11) QTY=7 Keep harnesses away from JIG Connectors. Route cables as shown. Multi-Harness Routing Caution KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6...
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KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6 LEGEND KDL-37XBR6 ONLY SHEET CORE C (2-688-011-01) QTY=5 LCD TAPE (2-688-062-01) QTY=6 Switch Unit SLIDE CLAMP (2-650-770-11) QTY=7 Routing/Dressing Dress Switch Unit Wires in LCD Tape (2places) ch Unit cables LVDS Cable. Dress Switch Unit Wires in Slide Clamps (2places)
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KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6 LEGEND KDL-37XBR6 ONLY SHEET CORE C (2-688-011-01) QTY=5 LCD TAPE (2-688-062-01) QTY=6 SLIDE CLAMP (2-650-770-11) QTY=7 LVDS CABLE ROUTING/DRESS Route LVDS Cable in Slide Clamp on Spine Frame. Apply 3x8mm screw to secure LVDS clip to BU-Shield. KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6...
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KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6 LEGEND KDL-37XBR6 ONLY SHEET CORE C (2-688-011-01) QTY=5 LCD TAPE (2-688-062-01) QTY=6 SLIDE CLAMP (2-650-770-11) QTY=7 Pig-Tail AC Cord Dress AC Cord Cable in Slide Clamps as shown. Place AC grommet in Undercover as shown. KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6...
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KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6 LEGEND KDL-37XBR6 ONLY SHEET CORE C (2-688-011-01) QTY=5 LCD TAPE (2-688-062-01) QTY=6 SLIDE CLAMP (2-650-770-11) QTY=7 Pig-Tail AC Cord CAUTION KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6...
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KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6 LEGEND KDL-37XBR6 ONLY SHEET CORE C (2-688-011-01) QTY=5 LCD TAPE (2-688-062-01) QTY=6 SLIDE CLAMP (2-650-770-11) QTY=7 Pig-Tail AC Cord – Cord Dressing in Undercover KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6...
KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6 SECTION 2: SERVICE ADJUSTMENTS 2-1. VIEWING SERVICE ADJUSTMENT DATA TVLF CHECK SERVICE There are no adjustments necessary for these models. All data has COLOR ADJ 00100 been set for optimal viewing for our customers. The following sections R_DRV are for informational purposes only.
KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6 2-4. USING THE REMOTE COMMANDER TO TV POWER VIEW SERVICE DATA Use the buttons on the Remote Commander to access the service menu items and adjust the data values. 1. Access Service Mode. Press the following buttons on the Remote Commander within a...
SECTION 3: DIAGRAMS 3-1. CIRCUIT BOARDS LOCATION SWITCH UNIT (CONTAINS H1 BOARD) POWER UNIT (G1D KDL-32XBR6 ONLY) (G2D KDL-37XBR6 ONLY) H4/H4K 3-2. PRINTED WIRING BOARDS AND SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS INFORMATION All capacitors are in μF unless otherwise noted. pF : μμF 50WV or All voltages are in V.
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KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6 REFERENCE INFORMATION Terminal name of semiconductors in silk screen printed circuit ( RESISTOR CAPACITOR : RN METAL FILM : TA TANTALUM Circuit Device Printed symbol Terminal name : RC SOLID : PS STYROL Collector Transistor : FPRD NONFLAMMABLE CARBON...
KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6 3-3. BLOCK DIAGRAM Rear Inputs YOUT for Slicer FHD Panel with HFR Digital Video for ATSC ITU-R BT.656 LVDS x245 x245 CXD9937GB CXD9937GB CVBS for PAP ITU-R BT.1120 Video SW Video SW S + Video1 ( 18h ) CXA2241...
KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6 G1D BOARD SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM (KDL-32XBR6 ONLY) 470pF 1K V K 27 2W J C821 C822 R841 CN1: 1 1N5406R LG C B-4.0-01 STP S20H100CT MH-DP7220 HFV-DP7140 HFV-DP7294 D905 L240 T 4A H 250V 470pF 1K V K T1:18 D240...
The LVDS cable can only be installed one way. There is colored tape on the cable to determine which side is attached to the TCON and which side is attached to the BU Board. Refer to Wire Dressing Illustration “Installation Procedure” on Page 34 for KDL-32XBR6 and Page 48 for KDL-37XBR6. BLOCK SWITCH...
See Appendix A: Encryption Key Components in the back of this manual. 4-4. BEZEL ASSEMBLY AND LCD PANEL (KDL-32XBR6 ONLY) (Check the Sony Electronics Service Information website for any additional service related issues for this model.)
See Appendix A: Encryption Key Components in the back of this manual. 4-5. BEZEL ASSEMBLY AND LCD PANEL (KDL-37XBR6 ONLY) (Check the Sony Electronics Service Information website for any additional service related issues for this model.) 2-580-640-01 SCREW, +BVTP2 4X16...
KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6 NOTE: Les composants identifi es per un trame et NOTE: The components identifi ed by a red outline and a mark contain NOTE: The components identifi ed by shading une marque sont critiques pour la securite. confi dential information. Specifi c instructions must be adhered to whenever mark are critical for safety.
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KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6 NOTE: Les composants identifi es per un trame et une NOTE: The components identifi ed by shading marque sont critiques pour la securite. Ne les remplacer mark are critical for safety. Replace only que par une piece portant le numero specifi e.
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KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6 NOTE: Les composants identifi es per un trame et une NOTE: The components identifi ed by shading marque sont critiques pour la securite. Ne les remplacer mark are critical for safety. Replace only que par une piece portant le numero specifi e.
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KDL-32XBR6/37XBR6 NOTE: Les composants identifi es per un trame et une NOTE: The components identifi ed by shading marque sont critiques pour la securite. Ne les remplacer mark are critical for safety. Replace only que par une piece portant le numero specifi e.
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VD1007 1-802-493-21 VARISTOR, NETWORK (1005X2) 1-474-099-11 POWER UNIT (G1D BOARD) VD1051 1-802-078-11 VARISTOR (SMD) (KDL-32XBR6 ONLY) VD1052 1-802-493-21 VARISTOR, NETWORK (1005X2) This board is manufactured by a 3rd party. VD1101 1-802-078-11 VARISTOR (SMD) Component level repair information is not available.
MUST BE RETURNED to Sony. b) and if the core charge is NOT covered under the product warranty, the defective un-repaired or modifi...
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