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HISTORY INFORMATION FOR THE FOLLOWING MANUAL: LA-3 SERVICE MANUAL CHASSIS MODEL NAME REMOTE COMMANDER DESTINATION KDF-55XS955 RM-Y915 US/CND KDF-60XS955 RM-Y915 US/CND ORIGINAL MANUAL ISSUE DATE: 9/2004 :UPDATED ITEM REVISION DATE SUBJECT 9/2004 No revisions or updates are applicable at this time.
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Self Diagnosis Supported model LA-3 SERVICE MANUAL CHASSIS MODEL NAME REMOTE COMMANDER DESTINATION KDF-55XS955 RM-Y915 US/CND KDF-60XS955 RM-Y915 US/CND KDF-55XS955 RM-Y915 LCD PROJECTION TELEVISION 9-965-974-05...
Inc. and are licensed by BBE Sound, Inc. under U.S. CineMotion, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Duo, Patent No. 4,638,258 and 4,482,866. Memory Stick PRO, Memory Stick PRO Duo, MagicGate, MID and Twin View are trademarks of Sony Manufactured under license from Corporation. Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
Ne les remplacer que par des composants Sony dont le numero de piece est indique dans le present manuel ou dans des supplements publies par Sony. Les reglages de circuit dont l’importance est critique pour la securite du fonctionnement sont identifi...
KDF-55XS955/60XS955 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).
KDF-55XS955/60XS955 Self Diagnosis SELF-DIAGNOSTIC FUNCTION Supported model The units in this manual contain a self-diagnostic function. If an error occurs, the POWER/STANDBY or LAMP LED 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 POWER/STANDBY or LAMP LED fl ash indicators is listed in the instruction manual for the user’s knowledge and reference.
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KDF-55XS955/60XS955 Display of POWER/STANDBY or LAMP LED Flash Count For KDF-XS955 series Screen POWER/STANDBY POWER STD/DUO LAMP TIMER Projection lamp Indicators under the panel - Oneflash is not usedfor self-diagnosis . - Example Diagnosis Number of times LED Flash Lamp cover...
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KDF-55XS955/60XS955 Clearing the Result Display To clear the result display to “0”, press the buttons on the Remote Commander sequentially when the diagnostic screen is displayed, as shown below: 1. If the screen is already displayed, proceed to step 3. If not, Power off (Set to Standby model).
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KDF-55XS955/60XS955 Reading Lamp and Panel time Use the following to determine the lamp and panel time of a set. Screen Display Method In standby mode, press the buttons on the Remote Commander sequentially, in rapid succession, as shown below: 1. Press Display...
KDF-55XS955/60XS955 SECTION 1: DISASSEMBLY 1-1. REAR COVER REMOVAL Rear cover Eleven screws (+BVTP 4x16) 1-2. CENTER PILLAR REMOVAL 4 Gently lift the Center Pillar up then out from the bottom bracket. Three screws from the top of the center pillar...
KDF-55XS955/60XS955 1-3. CHASSIS ASSEMBLY AND FAN REMOVAL Disconnect one connector and one ground wire Four screws Chassis assembly (Washer Head +P 4x16) Four screws (+BVTP 3X12) One screw (+PWH 4x16) 1-4. SERVICE POSITION Chassis assembly Pull back on claw, then gently pull out chassis assembly...
KDF-55XS955/60XS955 1-5. POWER SUPPLY BLOCK REMOVAL (LAMP DRIVE UNIT) CAUTION: When removing the Power Supply Block be careful not to move the Optical Unit Block Unhook the antenna cable Pull forward to remove Two screws (+PWH 4x16) (to detach the cables from the...
KDF-55XS955/60XS955 1-7. U BOARD, H4 BOARD, AND FAN REMOVAL U board Gently pull back on tab to release U board One screw (+BVTP 3X12) Four screws (+BVTP 3X12) Gently pull back on tabs to release H4 board Three screws (Washer Head +P 4x16) 1-8.
KDF-55XS955/60XS955 1-9. A BOARD AND KD BOARD REMOVAL Disconnect three connectors (CN4701, CN4705, and CN4702) Disconnect three connectors (CN8003, CN8004, and CN8008) and coax cable from tuner Unfasten two Circuit Board Supports Gently pull back on the three clips on the Pin Connection slots...
KDF-55XS955/60XS955 1-11. G2 BOARD REMOVAL Disconnect 6 connectors (CN6000, CN6024, CN6028, CN6021, CN6023, and CN6022) Disconnect 2 ground wires (CN6013 and CN6015) G2 board Gently pull back on the two clips while slowly lifting the G2 Board. 1-12. WOOFER REMOVAL...
KDF-55XS955/60XS955 1-13. OPTICS UNIT BLOCK ASSEMBLY AND D.C. FAN REMOVAL Three screws (+BVTP 3x12) Disconnect two connectors D.C. Fan Optics Unit block assy Two screws Pull forward to remove Special (+PW4X30) 1-14. T BOARD REMOVAL T board One screw (+BVTP 3x12)
KDF-55XS955/60XS955 1-15. FRONT COVER ASSEMBLY AND H1 BOARD REMOVAL Disconnect one connector (CN171) H1 Board H1 Button Two screws H1 Bracket (+BVTP 4X16 TYPE2 IT-3) One screw One Ornamental screw (+BVTP 3X12 TYPE2 IT-3) Pull forward on the Front Cover Assembly 1-15-1.REPLACING THE LAMP...
KDF-55XS955/60XS955 1-19. MIRROR COVER ASSEMBLY REMOVAL Four screws (+BVTP 4X16) Sixteen screws (+BVTP 4X16) 1-19-1.DIFFUSION PLATES (SCREENS) TAPE METHOD The following diagram illustrates the taping method when replacing the Diffusion Plates. For Part Numbers refer to section 6-1. Cover. Black Acetate (2142) 23X50M...
KDF-55XS955/60XS955 WIRE DRESSING [F] EMI Shield wire around 2nd post Make sure purse lock is completely seated to [G1] Tie btwn 1st & 2nd posts USB cable must stay to right Blk/Wht to the right side of [B] [KD] wires are secured to free...
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KDF-55XS955/60XS955 Detail of front side ATSC Box - LVDS Cables dresses behind [C1] LVDS dressing purse lock Emi Tape added to Sub Tuner cable Detail of front side ATSC Box Top connector wires must be to Detail of front side [G1] -...
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KDF-55XS955/60XS955 Sensor wire should be in left Tape must avoid OP Block Label three purse locks Purse Lock must be to the right of Loop sensor wire at the 2nd purse the cable tie position lock position Clip position move to avoid wire...
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KDF-55XS955/60XS955 Right Side Coated Lead Pins details Twist Coated Lead inward to avoid contact with fan assembly after installation KDF-55XS955/60XS955...
KDF-55XS955/60XS955 SECTION 2: CIRCUIT ADJUSTMENTS 2-1. SETTING THE SERVICE ADJUSTMENT SERVICE MENUS MODE (CATEGORIES ONLY) WEM 2 PANEL To adjust various set features, use the Remote Commander to put the (DISPLAY ENGINE) Q BOX (WEGA ENGINE) set into service mode to display the service menus.
KDF-55XS955/60XS955 2-3. MEMORY WRITE CONFIRMATION METHOD 1. After completing all adjustments turn the set off with the Remote Commander and WAIT for the fans to turn off before proceeding to the next step. Note: It may take up to two minutes for the fans to stop.
KDF-55XS955/60XS955 2-5. H/V CENTER CONFIRMATION AND ADJUSTMENTS Please check the picture horizontal/vertical center after the replacement of the Optics Unit Block Assembly or any part of the Top assembly. 1. Check the H/V center with 480i monoscope signal in “Full” mode.
A complete set of the service data, Fixed and Adjustable, can be downloaded at: http://www-ec.sdp.sel.sony.com/padics/Model_Data_List.htm Only Sony authorized Service Technician can access this site. To request a complete list of the service data in PDF format please contact the Service Promotion Department at Service_Promotion@am.sony.com.
KDF-55XS955/60XS955 SECTION 3: DIAGRAMS 3-1. CIRCUIT BOARDS LOCATION Q Box C (Part of Optics Unit Block Assembly Assembly Cannot be ordered separately) Power supply block RF antenna switch 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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KDF-55XS955/60XS955 REFERENCE INFORMATION Terminal name of semiconductors in silk screen printed circuit ( RESISTOR : RN METAL FILM Circuit Device Printed symbol Terminal name Collector : RC SOLID Transistor : FPRD NONFLAMMABLE CARBON Emitter Base : FUSE NONFLAMMABLE FUSIBLE Collector...
KDF-55XS955/60XS955 G2 BOARD SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM (1 OF 2) TO H1:CN171 TO LAMP AND H4 CN44 TO DIGITAL BOX TO C:CN2603 TO H2:CN4502 TO HM:CN7205 TO C:CN2602 CN6023 CN6021 CN6022 CN6024 CN6028 B26B-PHDSS — R6191 R6188 1608 :CHIP C6038 1608 TO A:CN8005...
SCREW +BVTP 4X16 TYPE2 IT-3 2-024-923-01 BRACKET, OU A-1084-666-A OPTICS UNIT BLOCK (IRP) ASSY [69-71] 4-302-404-03 SCREW (WASHER HEAD) (+P 4X16) X-2021-365-1 ADJUSTER ASSY (KDF-55XS955 ONLY) 4-064-929-02 SCREW, TP+TWH 4X25 2-159-411-01 SPRING, OPT A-1084-668-A OPTICS UNIT BLOCK (IRP) ASSY [69-71] Caution: (KDF-60XS955 ONLY) When replacing the Optics Unit Block Assembly or the DC Fan be sure to remove any dust particles.
KDF-55XS955/60XS955 NOTE: The components identifi ed by shading and mark are critical for safety. NOTE: Les composants identifi es per un trame et une marque sont critiques pour Replace only with part number specifi ed. la securite. Ne les remplacer que par une piece portant le numero specifi e.
KDF-55XS955/60XS955 SECTION 5: ELECTRICAL PARTS LIST NOTE: The components identifi ed by shading Items marked with an asterisk are not stocked since they RESISTORS mark are critical for safety. Replace only • All resistors are in ohms are seldom required for routine service. Expect some delay with part number specifi...
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KDF-55XS955/60XS955 REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION VALUES REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION VALUES R9419 1-216-864-11 SHORT CHIP CONNECTOR R9420 1-218-665-11 METAL CHIP 0.50% 1/10W CN44 1-564-509-11 PLUG, CONNECTOR R9421 1-218-665-11 METAL CHIP 0.50% 1/10W R9422 1-218-665-11 METAL CHIP 0.50% 1/10W...
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KDF-55XS955/60XS955 REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION VALUES REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION VALUES Q8201 8-729-027-43 TRANSISTOR DTC114EKA-T146 R8013 1-216-821-11 METAL CHIP 1/10W Q8202 8-729-027-43 TRANSISTOR DTC114EKA-T146 R8014 1-216-821-11 METAL CHIP 1/10W R8015 1-216-821-11 METAL CHIP 1/10W Q8203 8-729-216-22 TRANSISTOR 2SA1162-G...
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KDF-55XS955/60XS955 REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION VALUES REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION VALUES R8058 1-216-833-11 METAL CHIP 1/10W R8105 1-216-809-11 METAL CHIP 1/10W R8059 1-216-821-11 METAL CHIP 1/10W R8106 1-216-809-11 METAL CHIP 1/10W R8060 1-216-825-11 METAL CHIP 2.2K 1/10W R8061...
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KDF-55XS955/60XS955 REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION VALUES REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION VALUES R8158 1-216-833-11 METAL CHIP 1/10W R8228 1-216-832-11 METAL CHIP 8.2K 1/10W R8159 1-216-849-11 METAL CHIP 220K 1/10W R8229 1-216-822-11 METAL CHIP 1.2K 1/10W R8161 1-216-849-11 METAL CHIP...
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KDF-55XS955/60XS955 REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION VALUES REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION VALUES R8281 1-216-805-11 METAL CHIP 1/10W R8343 1-216-821-11 METAL CHIP 1/10W R8282 1-216-805-11 METAL CHIP 1/10W R8344 1-216-817-11 METAL CHIP 1/10W R8301 1-216-809-11 METAL CHIP 1/10W R8302 1-216-821-11...
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KDF-55XS955/60XS955 REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION VALUES REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION VALUES R8442 1-216-825-11 METAL CHIP 2.2K 1/10W R8546 1-216-864-11 SHORT CHIP R8443 1-216-833-11 METAL CHIP 1/10W R8547 1-216-823-11 METAL CHIP 1.5K 1/10W R8501 1-216-851-11 METAL CHIP 330K 1/10W...
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KDF-55XS955/60XS955 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 mark are critical for safety. Replace only remplacer que par une piece portant le numero specifi e.
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KDF-55XS955/60XS955 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 mark are critical for safety. Replace only remplacer que par une piece portant le numero specifi e.
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KDF-55XS955/60XS955 F G1 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 mark are critical for safety. Replace only remplacer que par une piece portant le numero specifi e.
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KDF-55XS955/60XS955 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 mark are critical for safety. Replace only remplacer que par une piece portant le numero specifi e.
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KDF-55XS955/60XS955 REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION VALUES REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION VALUES Q1614 6-550-526-11 TRANSISTOR 2SK2842(LBS2SONY) R1680 1-216-864-11 SHORT CHIP Q1615 8-729-120-28 TRANSISTOR 2SC1623-L5L6 R1681 1-216-833-11 METAL CHIP 1/10W Q1616 8-729-026-49 TRANSISTOR 2SA1037AK-T146-R R1682 1-216-864-11 SHORT CHIP Q1617 8-729-120-28...
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KDF-55XS955/60XS955 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 mark are critical for safety. Replace only remplacer que par une piece portant le numero specifi e.
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KDF-55XS955/60XS955 REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION VALUES REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION VALUES Q6902 8-729-028-28 TRANSISTOR 2SK2036(TE85L) R6039 1-216-833-11 METAL CHIP 1/10W Q6904 8-729-422-33 TRANSISTOR 2SD601A-Q-TX R6040 1-218-722-11 METAL CHIP 0.50% 1/10W Q6905 8-729-216-22 TRANSISTOR 2SA1162-G R6041 1-216-833-11 METAL CHIP...
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KDF-55XS955/60XS955 REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION VALUES REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION VALUES R6102 1-216-864-11 SHORT CHIP R6164 1-216-864-11 SHORT CHIP R6103 1-216-864-11 SHORT CHIP R6165 1-216-864-11 SHORT CHIP R6105 1-216-864-11 SHORT CHIP R6106 1-216-864-11 SHORT CHIP R6166 1-216-864-11 SHORT CHIP...
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KDF-55XS955/60XS955 REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION VALUES REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION VALUES R6883 1-216-864-11 SHORT CHIP R6932 1-216-833-11 METAL CHIP 1/10W R6884 1-216-864-11 SHORT CHIP R6933 1-216-809-11 METAL CHIP 1/10W R6885 1-216-864-11 SHORT CHIP R6886 1-216-864-11 SHORT CHIP R6934...
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KDF-55XS955/60XS955 REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION VALUES REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION VALUES R6977 1-216-801-11 METAL CHIP 1/10W C4714 1-162-964-11 CERAMIC CHIP 0.001µF 10% R6978 1-216-845-11 METAL CHIP 100K 1/10W C4715 1-126-395-11 ELECT CHIP 22µF R6979 1-216-864-11 SHORT CHIP R6980...
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