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Note: If you exit SAM by disconnecting the mains from the
television set, the error buffer is not reset.
5.6
The Blinking LED Procedure
5.6.1
Introduction
The software is capable of identifying different kinds of errors.
Because it is possible that more than one error can occur over
time, an error buffer is available, which is capable of storing the
last five errors that occurred. This is useful if the OSD is not
working properly.
Errors can also be displayed by the blinking LED procedure.
The method is to repeatedly let the front LED pulse with as
many pulses as the error code number, followed by a period of
1.5 seconds in which the LED is "off". Then this sequence is
repeated.
Example (1): error code 4 will result in four times the sequence
LED "on" for 0.25 seconds / LED "off" for 0.25 seconds. After
this sequence, the LED will be "off" for 1.5 seconds. Any RC5
command terminates the sequence. Error code LED blinking is
in red color.
Example (2): the content of the error buffer is "12 9 6 0 0"
After entering SDM, the following occurs:
•
1 long blink of 5 seconds to start the sequence,
•
12 short blinks followed by a pause of 1.5 seconds,
•
9 short blinks followed by a pause of 1.5 seconds,
•
6 short blinks followed by a pause of 1.5 seconds,
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1 long blink of 1.5 seconds to finish the sequence,
•
The sequence starts again with 12 short blinks.
5.6.2
Displaying the Entire Error Buffer
Additionally, the entire error buffer is displayed when Service
Mode "SDM" is entered. In case the TV set is in protection or
Stand-by: The blinking LED procedure sequence (as in SDM-
mode in normal operation) must be triggered by the following
RC sequence: "MUTE" "062500" "OK".
In order to avoid confusion with RC5 signal reception blinking,
this blinking procedure is terminated when a RC5 command is
received.
To erase the error buffer, the RC command "MUTE" "062599
"OK" can be used.
5.7
Software Upgrading
In this chassis, two SW "stacks" are used:
•
TV main SW (processor and processor NVM).
•
Digital TV SW.
5.7.1
TV Main SW Upgrade
For instructions on how to upgrade the TV Main software, refer
to ComPair.
5.7.2
"Digital TV" Software Upgrade
This is done automatically via OAD (Over the Air Download).
5.8
Fault Finding and Repair Tips
Notes:
•
It is assumed that the components are mounted correctly
with correct values and no bad solder joints.
•
Before any fault finding actions, check if the correct options
are set.
Service Modes, Error Codes, and Fault Finding
LC7.2HU LB
5.8.1
NVM Editor
In some cases, it can be convenient if one directly can change
the NVM contents. This can be done with the "NVM Editor" in
SAM mode. With this option, single bytes can be changed.
Caution:
•
Do not change the NVM settings without
understanding the function of each setting, because
incorrect NVM settings may seriously hamper the
correct functioning of the TV set!
•
Always write down the existing NVM settings, before
changing the settings. This will enable you to return to the
original settings, if the new settings turn out to be incorrect.
Table 5-3 NVM editor overview
Hex
.ADR
0x000A
.VAL
0x0000
.Store
Store?
5.8.2
Load Default NVM Values
It is possible to download default values automatically into the
NVM in case a blank NVM is placed or when the NVM first 20
address contents are "FF". After the default values are
downloaded, it is possible to start-up and to start aligning the
TV set. To initiate a forced default download the following
action has to be performed:
1. Switch "off" the TV set with the mains cord disconnected
from the wall outlet (it does not matter if this is from "Stand-
by" or "Off" situation).
2. Short-circuit the SDM jumpers on the SSB (keep short
circuited).
3. Press "P+" or "CH+" on the local keyboard (and keep it
pressed).
4. Reconnect the mains supply to the wall outlet.
5. Release the "P+" or "CH+" when the set is "on" or blue LED
is blinking.
When the downloading has completed successfully, the set
should be into Stand-by, i.e. red LED on.
Alternative method (1):
1. Go to SAM.
2. Select NVM Editor.
3. Select ADR (address) to 1 (dec).
4. Change the VAL (value) to 170 (dec).
5. Store the value.
6. Do a hard reset to make sure new default values took
place.
Alternative method (2):
It is also possible to upload the default values to the NVM with
ComPair in case the SW is changed, the NVM is replaced with
a new (empty) one, or when the NVM content is corrupted.
After replacing an EEPROM (or with a defective/no EEPROM),
default settings should be used to enable the set to start-up and
allow the Service Default Mode and Service Alignment Mode to
be accessed.
5.8.3
Start-up/Shut-down Flowcharts
Important note for DVB/ATSC sets:
•
When you put a DVB/ATSC set into Stand-by mode with
an RC, the set will go to "Semi Stand-by" mode for 5
minutes. This, to facilitate "Over the Air download" (OAD).
If there is no activity within these 5 minutes, the set will
switch to Stand-by mode. In "Semi Stand-by" mode, the
LCD backlight and Audio Amplifier are turned "off" but other
circuits still work as normal. The customer might think the
set is in Stand-by. However, in real Stand-by mode, only
5.
EN 17
Dec
Description
10
Existing value
0
New value
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