MARCH 2002 PLASMA TRAINING PACKAGE

Alvie Rodgers C.E.T.

HITACHI PLASMA DISPLAYS

Instructor: Alvie Rodgers C.E.T.

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MARCH 2002 PLASMA TRAINING PACKAGE TABLE OF CONTENTS Alvie Rodgers C.E.T.

SECTION 1 Plasma Basics

ALIS Technology ......................................................................................................... 01-01 HDTV Panel Design ..................................................................................................... 01-02 Panel Structure............................................................................................................... 01-03 CRT verses PDP ........................................................................................................... 01-04 Principle of Color PDP................................................................................................... 01-05

SECTION 2 Basics Explained

How Plasma Works ....................................................................................................... 02-01 Achieving High Resolution ........................................................................................... 02-03 Double Scan Technology .............................................................................................. 02-04 Symmetric Phosphors ................................................................................................... 02-05 Advantages of Plasma Display ...................................................................................... 02-06

SECTION 3 Plasma Unit Break Down

Specifications 32HDT20M ............................................................................................ 03-01 Front Panel Buttons ....................................................................................................... 03-03 PLASMA PANEL FRONT VIEW ................................................................................ 03-04 PLASMA UNIT REAR VIEW (LEFT SIDE) ................................................................ 03-05 PLASMA UNIT REAR VIEW (RIGHT SIDE) ............................................................. 03-06 PLASMA UNIT POWER SUPPLY AC-DC VIEW ....................................................... 03-07 PLASMA UNIT AC INPUT FILTER PWBs ................................................................. 03-08 PLASMA UNIT YSUS PWBs VIEW .......................................................................... 03-09 PLASMA UNIT SIGNAL PWB VIEW ......................................................................... 03-10 PLASMA UNIT VIDEO/AUDIO OUT PWB VIEW ..................................................... 03-11 PLASMA UNIT CONNECTORS FROM VIDEO TO SIGNAL PWB VIEW ................ 03-12 PLASMA UNIT FRONT FRAME REMOVED VIEW .................................................. 03-13 PLASMA UNIT FRONT FRAME REMOVED VIEW .................................................. 03-14 PLASMA UNIT FRAME ASSEMBLY VIEW ............................................................. 03-15 PLASMA UNIT FEED THROUGH ACCESS COVER REMOVAL ............................. 03-16 PLASMA UNIT FAN ASSEMBLIES REMOVAL PROCEDURE ................................ 03-17 PLASMA UNIT FAN ASSEMBLIES REMOVAL PROCEDURE (2) .......................... 03-18 PLASMA UNIT MAIN FRAME ASSEMBLY REMOVAL PROCEDURE .................. 03-19 PLASMA UNIT WITH MAIN FRAME REMOVED .................................................... 03-20 POWER SUPPLY AC-DC PWB (Picture) .................................................................... 03-21 POWER SUPPLY AC-DC PWB (Picture) .................................................................... 03-22 Y-SUS PWBs (Picture) ................................................................................................. 03-23 POWER SUPPLY DC-DC PWB (Picture) .................................................................... 03-24 LOGIC PWB (Picture) .................................................................................................. 03-25 ADM PWBs (Picture) ................................................................................................... 03-26 ADM PWBs (Close Up Pictures) ................................................................................... 03-27 CONNECTOR RIBBON CABLE REMOVAL .......................................................... 03-28 New Plasma Layout ...................................................................................................... 03-29 New Plasma Block Layout ............................................................................................ 03-30

SECTION 3 Plasma Trouble Shooting

D-Sub (15 Pin Connector) and Screen Trouble Displays ................................................ 04-01 Plasma Display Problems 1 of 2 .................................................................................... 04-02 Plasma Display Problems 2 of 2 .................................................................................... 04-03

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SECTION ONE (1) PLASMA BASICS

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ALIS Technology (Alternate Lighting of Surfaces Technology)

ALIS technology Challenges
To increase the resolution without reduced brightness

Conventional

1 2 3 4 5 ? ?

?
Even display line Odd display line

Lighting

: : :

Display electrodes

: : :

Innovations
? Use the non-lighting area between electrodes ? Odd / Even lines to be separately displayed with time difference

Non lighting area

? Realize 1000 lines by VGA level of electrode numbers (display line number +1 = number of electrodes)

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Challenges with Panel Design

HDTV (1920 x 1080 pixels)
1 2 ? ? ?

Wide VGA (852 x 480 pixels)

1 2 ? ? ?

Display electrodes 960 lines 1080

: : :

Display electrodes 2160 lines

: : :

480

Bus electrode Display electrode

Cell size 1.08 x 0.36mm Cell aperture ratio 40%

Cell Size 40 to 20% Cell aperture ratio less than 30%

Partition Phosphor

Black stripe

?Double number of electrodes ? Further high precision processing and equipment need to be developed. ?Reduced cell aperture ratio ? Brightness need to be increased further.

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Panel Structure of ALIS Technology PDP (1024 x 1024 pixels)

Horizontal 1024 pixels Phosphor (stripe shaped) R G B

Display electrodes (1024 +1 =1025)

1 2 3 : : 1024 1025

Scan electrode (512 lines) Front Plate Address electrode (1024 x 3 = 3072 lines)

Rear Plate

Same rear plate as conventional type

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3-2; Comparison between PDP and CRT

CRT Phosphor Electron Beam Cathode Beam Current Phosphor Ultra-Violet Ray by Gas Discharge MgO Discharge Frequency R/G/B Phosphor Fixed (none) Phosphor Degradation MgO Damage (Dot Defect) PDP Luminous Source Excitation Matter Excitation Source Brightness

No

ITEM

Display Method

Control Method Focusing Brightness Focus Voltage

Chromaticity R/G/B Phosphor

Life

Phosphor Degradation Emission Decrease Burn-in (PbO -> Pb)

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2-1-3; Principle of Color PDP

Visible light

Display electrodes Front glass plate Dielectric layer MgO Discharge UV Address electrodes

Barrier rib

Rear glass plate

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(Red , Green , Blue )Phosphors

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SECTION TWO (2) PLASMA BASICS EXPLAINED

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HOW DOES A PLASMA DISPLAYS WORK

Plasma displays work on the principle that passing a high voltage through a low-pressure gas generates light. Displays based on this have been around since the earliest days of electronics-the picture on John Logie Baird's first televisor was created by mechanically scanning a neon bulb. More recently, neon-based monochrome displays have been used on a few mains-powered portable PCs from Compaq, Grid and IBM. These had a grid of wires in a sea of gas; when a high voltage existed between a column and a row wire, the gas became incandescent and the pixel lit up. The major advantages were that it was thin and bright and had a fast response time. Against that, it was very power hungry and the control electronics needed to switch high voltages quickly; as soon as LCDs stopped being dim, smudgy and expensive, the plasma display was pensioned off. Now a new breed of plasma displays is catching the eye. By having a mix of gases that emit ultraviolet light and coating the inside of the display with different colored phosphors, full-color images can be created. Because a plasma pixel is simple it's easy to make large displays. Currently, 40in. displays are available for around 8,000. However, the resolution on these is low-typically 640 by 480--and the power consumption in the hundreds of watts. They're most suitable for video and television applications. How does a plasma display work? Plasma monitors work much like CRT monitors, but instead of using a single CRT surface coated with phosphors, they use a flat, lightweight surface covered with a matrix of tiny glass bubbles, each containing the gas-like substance, plasma, and having a phosphor coating. Each of the "pixels" in this matrix is actually comprised of three sub-pixels, corresponding to the colors red, green and blue. In a CRT monitor, an electron beam is fired from the rear of the long picture tube, hitting the phosphors on the front surface which makes them glow. Complex circuitry and high voltage deflections coils are required to aim, focus and move the beam to create an entire image. Plasma displays eliminate the need for high voltage deflection coils and the long neck of a CRT. In a flat plasma monitor, a digitally controlled electric current flows through the appropriate parts of the matrix, causing the plasma inside the bubbles to give off ultraviolet rays. These rays in turn cause the bubbles' phosphor coatings to glow the appropriate color.
*Plasma display diagram, courtesy of Fujitsu General America, Inc.

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PLASMA DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY Plasma Display Technology

Plasma Displays work by applying a voltage between 2 transparent display electrodes on the front glass plate of the display. The electrodes are separated by an MgO dielectric layer and surrounded by a mixture of neon and xenon gases. When the voltage reaches the firing level, a Plasma discharge occurs on the surface of the dielectric resulting in the emission of ultra violet light. This UV light then excites the phosphor material at the back of the cell and emits visible light. Each cell or sub-pixel has red, blue or green phosphor material and 3 sub-pixels combine to make up a pixel. The intensity of each color is controlled by varying the number and width of voltage pulses applied to the sub-pixel during a picture frame. This is implemented by dividing each picture frame into sub-frames. During a sub-frame, all cells are first addressed those to be lit are pre-charged to a specific address voltage then during the display time the display voltage is applied to the entire screen lighting those which were addressed. Each sub-frame has a weighting ranging from 1 time unit to 128 time units for a typical eight sub-frame arrangement (Time Unit depends on size and number of pixels on the screen). This is a purely digital PWM control mechanism, which is a key advantage as it eliminates any unnecessary digital to analogue conversions, making the PDP technology ideal for the all-digital age. This so-called 3 Electrode Surface Discharge method was developed and patented by Fujitsu as far back as 1984 while the Address/Display Separated (ADS) was patented in 1990. ? Brilliant picture quality ? Fully flat, large screen formats ? Thin (40mm) suitable for wall hanging ? 16.7 million colors for natural colors reproduction ? High brightness, high contrast ? Wide viewing angle 160 in all directions ? Fully digital internal operation ? Light weight 1/6 th of CRT ? Unaffected by magnetic fields ? Fully flicker-free operation

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HIGH RESOLUTION IN PLASMA DISPLAYS

Achieving High Resolution While conventional technology, as found in standard VGA resolution screens, uses 2 display electrodes for each horizontal line, applying the same method to achieve higher resolution (>1000 horizontal lines) brings inherent problems. Firstly, the number of electrodes would need to be doubled which would require very high precision production processes. Secondly, the cell aperture ratio would reduce resulting in lower brightness. In addition, the driving scheme would either have to operate with double the speed, again introducing significantly higher cost or a dual-scan technique would have to be introduced. With dual-scan, twice as many driving ICs would be required. In summary, implementing high resolution with conventional technology would result in lower brightness and increased costs. ALIS Technology To achieve high brightness as well as cost-effectiveness, FHP developed ALIS (Alternate Lighting of Surfaces) Technology. ALIS is based on 3 principles: 1. Odd and Even lines are displayed separately 2. The non-lighting area between the cells is utilized 3. The number of electrodes = the number of horizontal display lines + 1 Despite the smaller cell size, the aperture ratio can be increased from 40% to 65% meaning that the screen is inherently brighter. Another spin-off benefit is that the lighting duty is reduced to 50% (odd fields and even fields lit for half of each frame) meaning that a significantly improved phosphor lifetime can be expected. To summarize, ALIS allows cost-effective realization of high resolution, high brightness plasma display panels. It is FHPs latest major innovation in advancing PDP technology.

ALIS high-resolution, high brightness PDP

Features of ALIS ? ? ? ? ? ? ? High Resolution ? 2 times higher resolution by same number of electrodes High Brightness ? Brighter than VGA type, even with over 1000 lines Low cost Panel ? Production by current VGA panel process ? Number of driving circuits reduces to 1/2 TV/PC support ? Connectable to current TV signal (interlace) without scan conversation ? Possible to support PC signal (Progressive) Less Flicker ? Less flicker as compared to CRT Low Noise ? Low EMC noise level by both direction driving method High reliability ? Longer life by lighting duty of 1/2

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PLASMA DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY Notes on Plasma Display Technology

Single Scan Technology - optimized trade-off between brightness, lifetime and cost There are 2 basic driving schemes possible for PDPs - single scan and dual scan addressing. In single scan, all the cells on the screen are addressed before the display phase is entered. This requires just one set of address drivers on the PDP and so saves cost. In dual scan the screen is divided for addressing into the top half and the bottom half. This requires 2 sets of drivers at the top and bottom of the PDP which obviously increases the cost of the panel. In dual scan the address time is half that of single scan so there is more time available for the display phase. This means that it is easily possible to increase the number of display (sustain) pulses applied to the PDP in the display phase. This results in increased peak brightness but also increases power consumption and reduces phosphor lifetime which can be a critical issue for some applications. FHP PDPs use single scan technology which gives the optimal trade off between brightness, lifetime and cost. Therefore FHP is continuously developing high speed driving methods and picture control schemes with minimized cost. ALIS is also a single scan technology.

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HOW DOES PLASMA DISPLAYS WORK (Notes) Symmetric phosphors - The Reliable Choice
In symmetric phosphors, the red, green and blue sub-cells are all the same size. In an asymmetric arrangement the blue phosphor is usually larger and the red smaller. The reason for choosing the latter arrangement is that blue makes a greater contribution to color temperature. When blue is brighter, it is possible to use brighter red and green so the panel is brighter. However the asymmetric arrangement has major disadvantages in terms of manufacturing cost and lifetime.

The reason is that due to the different cell size there is a reduced drive margin (i.e. the voltage range within which the cell will light). This results directly in lower yield in production which increases cost. As it is also expected that the drive margin will change over the operating time, there is a potential impact on the reliability of the panel operation. Due to the above reasons FHP only uses symmetric arrangement to achieve the stable drive margin. FHP has also developed an improved panel process to achieve a high color temperature.

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ADVANTAGES OF PLASMA DISPLAY

Razor-sharp image clarity, rich vibrant color and shades of gray, sleek design -- there are so many features that make plasma so cool. Digital Convergence High-resolution data display for sharp imagery combined with excellent video capability for smooth movement. A 16:9 aspect ratio, and most, but not all, are compatible with DTV/HDTV. Flat is Where It's At No optics means no image distortion, even at edges and corners. Plasma displays a bright, uniform image in normal room light with an amazing 160degree viewing area from all sides. Thin By Design An astonishing 3 to 6.5 inches thick, plasma can hang anywhere without interfering with room traffic. It's super sleek design may be unassuming, but it definitely makes a statement. And more ? No viewing angle limitations ? No projection "throw distance" limitations ? High ambient light tolerance ? Accurate, distortion free images ? Video, computer and HDTV compatible ? Completely digital ? Unaffected by magnetism ? Extremely bright, for clear display in any light ? Thin profile saves space ? Free-standing, or can be mounted to a wall or ceiling Plasma vs. CRT ? Clearer and sharper picture from edge-to-edge ? Uniform brightness on any area of the screen ? Flicker-free images ? Consume less power Plasma vs. LCD ? Brighter picture ? Wider viewing angle ? Better color purity ? Higher contrast ratio

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SECTION THREE (3) PLASMA UNIT BREAKDOWN

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32HDT20M FEATURES
? ?

32 inches Hi-Vision compatible high-definition color plasma display panel. Newly developed Multi-scanning converter provides a multi-scan coverage of TV signals through to PC analog signals. (24kHz to UXGA (106kHz) Large high-quality display images free from color misconvergence and display distortion, as well as from geomagnetic effect and the magnetic effect of ambient power lines. 32 inches ALIS PDP panel ? (aspect ration 16:9) ? Description: FPF42C128128UA-27 ? Pixel Pitch: 0.84 mm (H) X 0.39 mm (V) ? Pixel Structure: RGB striped 2 ? Brightness: 190cd/m (typical) in dark room ? Contrast: 300:1 (typical) with front filter

AV UNIT: RGB 1 and 2 Video: 0.7 Vp-p Sync: Separate H/V, TTL level Composite H/V, TTL level Sync. On Green at 0.30 Vp-p VIDEO 1 Composite Video or S-Video (for S1, S2) NTSC 3.58, NTSC 4.43, PAL, M-PAL, N-PAL (SECAM) Video: Composite 1.0 Vp-p S-Video: Y: 1.0 Vp-p, C: 0.29 Vp-p Sync: Composite Sync VIDEO 2 Component Video Y, Pb, Pr or Y, Cb, Cr (480i, 480P, 575i, 720P, 1080i) Video: Y: 1.0 Vp-p, C: Pb/Pr or Cb/Cr 0.29 Vp-p Sync: Superimposed with Y signal PLASMA INPUT: One DVI 24 Pin Input.

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Horizontal: 24-106 kHz Vertical: 50-85 Hz Resolution: Horizontal: 1024 Dots (max.) Vertical: 1024 Lines (max.) Colors: 16.7 Million (256 Gray) Viewable Image Size: 715.68mm*399.36mm (Diag.32V) Viewable Angle: 1600 Color Temperature: 1: Cool 2: Norm 3: Warm 4: User Warm Up Time: 30 minutes to reach optimum performance levels Power Supply AC 108 132 V (5.0A) 60 Hz (automatic selected) Power Consumption: 260 W (typical) (Standby, less than 2 watt.) Dimensions: 974mm*501mm*89mm Weight: 26.2 kg (approx.) with stand. Audio Output Power: 10W + 10W (6 ohm)

Synchronization:

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PLASMA FRONT CONTROLS

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PLASMA PANEL FRONT VIEW

This picture shows the front of the plasma unit with the front frame removed. While the unit has the front frame off and the panel exposed, use extreme caution to avoid; ? Dust ? Scratches ? Fingerprints ? Smears ? Contaminates

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PLASMA UNIT REAR VIEW (LEFT SIDE)

This picture shows the rear view of the plasma unit with the stand and back cover removed. The unit is laying down with the top to the left. Starting counter clock wise from the bottom left the PWBs shown are; ? YSUS (L) PWB ? POWER SUPPLY AC-DC PWB ? POWER SUPPLY DC-DC PWB ? YSUS (R) PWB ? SIGNAL PWB ? VIDEO PWB ? FILTER PWB The YSUS (L and R), Power Supply AC-DC and DC-DC are under the frame assembly. There are other boards not visible here under the frame assembly

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PLASMA UNIT REAR VIEW (RIGHT SIDE)

? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?

This picture shows the rear view Left side of the plasma unit with the stand and back cover removed. The unit is laying down with the top to the right. Starting counter clock wise from the bottom left the PWBs shown are; SIGNAL PWB VIDEO PWB FILTER PWB YSUS (L) PWB POWER SUPPLY AC-DC PWB POWER SUPPLY DC-DC PWB YSUS (R) PWB

The YSUS (L and R), Power Supply AC-DC and DC-DC are under the frame assembly. There are other boards not visible here under the frame assembly. There are 4 fans shown at the top. 3 are in the top piece and 1 is on the Power Supply AC-DC.

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PLASMA UNIT POWER SUPPLY AC-DC VIEW

This picture shows the Power Supply AC-DC PWB and two of the top fans. Note on the top right hand side of the Power Supply PWB there is a small fan with a wind guide focusing the air movement onto the power supply transformer. Note: This PWB removal requires disassembly of the Frame Assemble.

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PLASMA UNIT AC INPUT FILTER PWBs

There is a black plastic cover over this filter PWB not shown.

Lock Washer under these two screws.

This picture shows the AC input Filter PWBs. At the bottom center is the AC input plug. Note: There are two grounding wires. These wires are screwed directly to the frame metal. They have a lock washer under each of them. Note: The top Filter PWB has a Plastic cover which is removed in this picture.

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PLASMA UNIT YSUS PWBs VIEW

These pictures show the right and left hand side X and Y-SUS PWB. The X-SUS PWB is the top picture and the Y-SUS is the bottom. Note: These PWBs are under the Frame assembly.

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PLASMA UNIT SIGNAL PWB VIEW

This picture shows the Signal PWB removed. At the bottom are the inputs from Left to Right for PC, V Sync, H Sync, R-G-B. Note: At the lower left hand side is a connector. These connectors require a specific release procedure shown at the end of this section.

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PLASMA UNIT VIDEO/AUDIO OUT PWB VIEW

This picture shows the Video PWB. This PWB also has the Audio Outputs on the lower left hand side. The connectors across the bottom are for Video Inputs and RGB Inputs At the bottom are the inputs for PC, R-G-B, Y-Cr/Cb or Y-Pr/Pb and composite. Note: At the lower right hand side is a connector. These connectors require a specific release procedure shown at the end of this section.

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PLASMA UNIT CONNECTORS FROM VIDEO TO SIGNAL PWB VIEW

RIBBON CABLE (Picture)

VIDEO PWB

SIGNAL PWB

PWV2

PSM2 UNDER

PSV2

PM02 RIVET

The Signal PWB has been removed in this picture. This picture shows the Video PWB on the Left and the Signal PWB on the right. (Removed) Use extreme care when removing these ribbon cables. The bottom ribbon cable connects the Video PWB PSV2 connector to the Signal PWB PMO2 connector. The release procedure for these connectors are show below. The bottom ribbon cable is held in place by a plastic retainer. At the bottom is a rivet, no need to remove. The screws holding the top connector shown must be removed. The bottom ribbon cable is held under the top ribbon cable plastic and bottom screw.
OPEN CLOSE

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PLASMA UNIT FRONT FRAME REMOVED VIEW

This picture shows the Front Frame with anti-reflective screen. This must be removed with the plasma unit on its stand. WARNING: When the screws are removed, this can and will fall off. Hold in place while removing the last screw. Use two people if necessary. Note: There are three connectors from this panel to the Signal PWB. They are routed through the frame assemble. Do not remove this front frame without fishing these wires through the frame assembly. Shown on the next page.

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PLASMA UNIT FRONT FRAME REMOVED VIEW

WARNING: When the screws are removed, the Front Frame can and will fall. Hold in place while removing the last screw. Use two people if necessary. Note: These are three connectors from this panel to the Signal PWB. They are routed through the frame assemble. Do not remove the front frame without fishing these wires through the frame assembly.

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PLASMA UNIT FRAME ASSEMBLY VIEW

FEEDTHROUGH ACCESS COVER

This picture shows the main Frame assembly. This Frame must be removed to allow access to the PWBs underneath the frame assembly. Here, the main frame is still attached and the unit is on its stand. The stand must be removed. Leave the Front Frame assembly on and Lay the unit down on a soft, non-scratch pad. Remove the Stand by removing the 4 Screws holding it in place. The Filter PWBs, Video and Signal PWBs have been removed. However, removal of these PWBs are not necessary except for the Video PWB to allow access to the feed through shown on the next page.

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PLASMA UNIT FEED THROUGH ACCESS COVER REMOVAL

RIVET

This picture shows the preparation for removing the main Frame assemble. This is the ribbon cable from the Logic PWB (underneath) to the Signal PWB on the right. (Removed). Note: There is a black Rivet on the top of the protective metal insert. There is a screw holding the bottom. WARNING: When reassembling, be very careful not to drop screws and rivets. They will fall through the openings onto the lower PWBs. Making it very difficult to retrieve. Disassembly may be necessary to recover.

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PLASMA UNIT FAN ASSSEMBLIES REMOVAL PROCEDURE

SCREWS

This picture shows the upper fans. This panel must be removed to allow access to screws underneath that support the Main Frame assembly. Note: There is two connectors that are routed to the fans. The connector to the Power Supply AC-DC PWB is very difficult to remove. After removing the screws, and releasing the connector to the Fan on the Power Supply AC-DC unit, lift the Fan frame up high enough to use a pair of long needle nose pliers to release the connector. Use caution so as not to cut, damage or destroy the connector.

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PLASMA UNIT FAN ASSSEMBLIES REMOVAL PROCEDURE (2)

SCREWS

CONNECTOR

M-FAN-6 FOR POWER SUPPLY AD-CD

This picture shows the upper fans. This panel must be removed to allow access to screws underneath that support the Main Frame assembly. Note: There is two connectors that are routed to the fans. The connector to the Power Supply AC-DC PWB is very difficult to remove. After removing the screws, and releasing the connector to the M-Fan-6 on the Power Supply AC-DC unit, lift the Fan frame up high enough to use a pair of long needle nose pliers to release the connector. Use caution so as not to cut, damage or destroy the connector. Remove the M-Fan-6 Fan at this time.

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PLASMA UNIT MAIN FRAME ASSSEMBLY REMOVAL PROCEDURE

This picture shows the Main Frame after it has been removed. Note: When removing, do not force, pull or twist the frame assembly. Some components are thin and can be bent easily.

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PLASMA UNIT WITH MAIN FRAME REMOVED

This picture shows the Plasma unit with the Main Frame removed. Note: The Serial number and Identification stickers on the lower Right hand side. At this time, the unit has the Top at the bottom. Next, the PWBs are identified.

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POWER SUPPLY AC-DC PWB (Picture)

TOP

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POWER SUPPLY AC-DC PWB (Picture)

POWER (AC-DC) SUPPLY PWB UP CLOSE

TOP

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X and Y-SUS PWBs (Picture)

YSUS PWB LEFT (Picture)

X-SUS LEFT SIDE

XSUS LEFT SIDE TOP

YSUS PWB RIGHT (Picture)

RIGHT SIDE

Y-SUS RIGHT SIDE

YSUS

TOP
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POWER SUPPLY DC-DC PWB (Picture)

POWER DC-DC

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LOGIC PWB (Picture)

LOGIC PWB

BOTTOM

ABUSR

ABUSR

POW DD-DC

POW AD-DC

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ADM PWBs (Picture)

ALL PWBs BELOW FRAME

POW DC-DC

Y-SUS

POW AC-DC LOGIC

X-SUS

ABUSL

ABUSR

ADM

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ADM PWBs (Close Up Pictures)

ADM PWB RIGHT (Picture)

BOTTON RIGHT

ADM PWB LEFT (Picture)

BOTTON LEFT

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CONNECTOR RIBBON CABLE REMOVAL

OPEN

CLOSE

Do Not Twist. Do not force closed without ribbon cable inserted. Use light pressure.

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NEW PLASMA PWB LAYOUT

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NEW PLASMA BLOCK

Y SUS B. Y-SUS EVEN SW Y-SCAN EVEN SW Y-SUS ODD SW Y-SCAN ODD SW POS/NEG RESET SW S D M X B B

X SUS B. X-SUS EVEN SW X-SCAN EVEN SW X-SUS ODD SW X-SCAN ODD SW POS RESET SW
Va Vx 45V

S D M
ADM ADM ADM ADM ADM ADM ADM

X B B

ABUSL B
Vcc 5V Va 55V Vcc 5V

ABUSR B
Va 55V

Vw 180V

CN33

CN52

CN42

CN22
VXWG0

DC - DC CONVERTER
Vs 80V

YFVCC1 YFVCC2 5V 5V YFVE1 VE

FVE5H 17V YFVE2

D/A
CPUgo PDPgo

Vra Vrs Vr w

XFVCC1 XFVCC2 5V 5V XFVE1 VE

XVE5H 17V XFVE2

DC - DC CONVERTER
Vcc 5V Vs 80V

MPU
Vcc 5V VPr 2

RST

Vrst LOGIC B

DC - DC CONVERTER
Vcc 5V Vs 80V

CN33

CN6

CN23

AC100V 240V

10A

380V PFC Va
Vsago

55V

CN61

5V

CN65

Vcc SERVICE SW PFCgo 5V / 3.3V Vsago

CN64 Vcego CN68 80V CN67

Vs

Vpr2 3.3V Vpr1 5v

CN66

control PFCgo Vsago Vcego

Vra PSU B *1

*1: Only UA-01 type

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SECTION FOUR (4) PLASMA TROUBLE SHOOTING

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32HDT20M INPUT TERMINAL (D-Sub Connector)

PinNo: Signal
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15

Red Video Green Video (Sync Optional) Blue Video No Connection No Connection Red Ground Green Ground Blue Ground No Connection Ground No Connection [SDA] H. Sync [or H/V composite] V. Sync [V.CLK] [SCL] 5 10 4 9 3 8 2 7 1 6

15 14 13 12 11

MESSAGE TABLE Onscreen Display Indication The monitor indicates the message POWER SAVE The monitor indicates the message OUT OF FREQUENCY Condition The monitor detects no sync signal. The monitor detects a sync signal which is out of specification, or unstable.

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32HDT20M DISPLAY PROBLEMS AND SYMPTOMS (1)

Entire Screen Does not Light After going on, the screen becomes black immediately or after a few seconds. (Main Power is turned off.) Suspected Fault: X-SUS Y-SUS Panel chassis Logic ABUSL ABUSR

Screen Lights Dimly even on a Black Screen

Suspected Fault: Logic

Single Vertical line (Of different colors)

Suspected Fault: X-SUS Y-SUS Panel chassis

Vertical line from the middle of effective scan area. (Of different colors)

Suspected Fault: Panel chassis

Bar 1/7 of width of the horizontal size or in multiples of 1/7 is displayed. Abnormal display

Suspected Fault: Panel chassis Logic ABUSL ABUSR

Bar 3/7 or 4/7 of width of the horizontal size. Abnormal display. Different Colors

Suspected Fault: Panel chassis Logic ABUSL ABUSR

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32HDT20M DISPLAY PROBLEMS AND SYMPTOMS (2)

Single horizontal line doesnt light. Or Single horizontal line does not light among the effective scanning area.

Suspected Fault: Panel chassis

Bar 1/8 or multiples of 1/8 of the screen height. Abnormal Screen does not light.

Suspected Fault: Panel chassis

Bar 1/2 of the screen height. Abnormal Screen does not light.

Suspected Fault: X-SUS Y-SUS Panel chassis

Fixed display contents are always displayed. Burnt image.

Suspected Fault: Panel chassis

ABCDE

The entire screen becomes brighter or darker. Colors can not be displayed. Sync is Disturbed Luminance is Poor. Steps of gradation are skipped. Abnormal Sound Contrast, Color Temp. adjustment and gamma can not be changed.

Loose Connection Logic PWB Logic PWB Logic PWB

PSU, X-SUS, Y-SUS Logic PWB

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