LC-20SH21U SERVICE MANUAL LCD COLOR TELEVISION LC-20SH21U MODEL In the interests of user-safety (Required by safety regulations in some countries) the set should be restored to its original condition and only parts identical to those specified should be used Contents Page 1.
LC-20SH21U 1. Precautions and Safety Notices Prior to using this manual, please ensure that you have carefully followed all the procedures outlined in the user manual for this product. Read all of these instructions. Save this instructions for later use Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
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LC-20SH21U Safety Guidelines CAUTION: The power supply outlet should be located near the HD TV and should be easily accessible. Always use the appropriate AC cord that is certified for your specific country. Some examples are listed below: USA....UL Switzerland ..SEV Canada.....CSA...
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If a BNC cable is used, use only a shielded BNC (5) cable. Also, any unauthorized changes or modifications not expressly approved by SHARP CORPORATION will void the user's authority to operate this device.
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2. Service the LCD TV in a room with low humidity and free of dust. 3. Place the LCD TV on a firm, level surface. Subjecting the LCD TV to a drop or sharp impact may cause severe damage to thin glass, plastic surface materials, and internal components.
LC-20SH21U 4. Disassembly of Major Parts 1. Remove the cover hinge. 2. Remove the stand fixing screws (5 pcs ). Remove the Cabinet fixing screws (7 pcs). 4. After opening the Cabinet, remove the cable tie first.
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LC-20SH21U 5. Disconnect the Panel FFC cable connector. Disconnect all the connectors from the PWB’s of Cabinet module.
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LC-20SH21U 7. Remove the Inverter PWB fixing screws (4 pcs). 8. Remove the Power PWB fixing screws (4 pcs). Remove the Shield can module fixing screws (6 pcs), then take out the shield can module. 10. Remove the Left side IO fixing screws (5 pcs).
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LC-20SH21U 12. Remove the Right side IO fixing screws (4 pcs). 13. Remove the Main PWB fixing screws (4 pcs). Disconnect all the connectors from the PWB’s of Bezel module.
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LC-20SH21U 15. Remove the Key PWB fixing screws (2 pcs). 16. Remove the Audio PWB fixing screws (1 pcs). 17. Remove the Speakers fixing screws (4 pcs).
LC-20SH21U 7. Alignment Procedure for White Balance If the Main board or LCD Panel is replaced, white balance alignment must be performed. The adjustment procedure should be done as following. Alignment equipment: 1. ASTRO VG859 series. 2. MINOLTA CA210 Please set the LCD TV to enter Factory mode first, then proceed to alignment procedure.
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LC-20SH21U 1.1.3 After the calibration function , please check the Gain/Offset value . 1.1.3.1 If the Red, Green, Blue Gain/Offset data are same” 127”,it means this set not yet do the ADC calibration, it must do the calibration function again.
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LC-20SH21U 1.3 Luminance test: (To select “custom mode” by entry “picture setting”) 1.3.1 Input 1360x768 / 60Hz full white pattern at 100IRE. 1.3.2 Adjust contrast & brightness & Backlight to Max., (OSD setting). the Y > 315cd/m2 ( Bmax ). in color temp. Middle/Low mode, the Y >...
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LC-20SH21U 2.4 Input 480P (T#978), 8 x color BAR (100%)+ 16 Gray Scale (100%), (VG859, P#918) (input level 100IRE 0.7Vp-p), (see Figure 1). 2.5 2Select Setting -> Factory Settings->Calibration then do the ADC Calibration 2.6 After the calibration function, please check the Gain/Offset value.
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LC-20SH21U c. Luminance color meter: Minolta CA210 color analyzer. 2. Check criteria: There are four user selectable color setting as specified below: High color temp (12000°K) x = 0.272 ± 0.02 y = 0.278 ± 0.02. Middle color temp (9300°K) x = 0.286 ±...
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LC-20SH21U 4.6 Select to Middle color temp. 9300K °K . 4.7 Adjust RGB gain to meet the x=0.286 +/-0.005 and y=0.294 +/-0.005. 4.8 Select to Low color temp. 6500 °K . 4.9 Adjust RGB gain to meet the x=0.314 +/-0.005 and y=0.324 +/-0.005.
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LC-20SH21U l I/O ports Test: Ø Input 1: Video Connect the Composite Video to a legacy video device such as a VCR or video game system. Ø Input 1: S-Video Connect S-Video to a legacy vi deo device such as a VCR or video game system. If both terminals are connected, S-Video terminal takes a priority Ø...
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LC-20SH21U (HDTV) content. Ø Factory Service Port Refer to “Firmware Upgrade Procedure” (page 22). Ø AC IN (Power) Connect the power cord from AC IN to a power source.
LC-20SH21U 8. Firmware Upgrade Procedure Ø Firmware Upgrade Step 1 Press the button of LCD TV to turn power off. Step 2 Plug the USB drive for service to USB port located on the ride side of LCD TV Step 3 Press the POWER button on LCD TV to turn power on. The upgrade will start automatically.
LC-20SH21U 11. Part List Ø Mechanical Parts : Ref. No. Part Number Description 9NK3081501800 CABLE FFC L330 WHT T1 9NK3100300600 SCREW M M3*0.5*6 PAN C S+P S20C ZN 9NK3100301200 SCREW M M3*0.5*12 PAN C S+P S20C ZN SCREW T f 3*1.06*9 FF C S18C NI 9NK3109019400 SCREW T f 3*2.7*10 FF C S18C ZN BLK...
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LC-20SH21U Ø Accessories: Ref. No. Part Number Description 9NK5041814100 Remote Control 9NK0991210404 "AA" size Battery (x2) 9NK5010055000 MANUAL OPERATION LT20FGN 26AAB LC-20SH21 9NK5010054900 CARD REGISTRATION LT20FGN 26AAB LC-20SH2 Ø Packing Parts: Ref. No. Part Number Description 9NK3513501600 CARTON PAPER 567*261*462...
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