Repair Manual: Rb1Fk

Self Diagnosis
Supported model
HISTORY INFORMATION FOR THE FOLLOWING MANUAL:
REPAIR MANUAL
RB1FK Chassis
Segment: BL
MODEL COMMANDER DESTINATION

KDL-50R555A RM-YD095 BRAZIL
KDL-70R555A
Version Date Subject

1.0 07/21/2013 Original Manual Release Date.
2.0 03/07/2014 Updated Section 3 - Repair Information. Software update process. Replaced pages
LCD Digital Color TV
9-883-537-02
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Cautions and Warnings....................................................................................ii Section 3 - Repair Information.......................................................................14
Section 1 - Specifications and Layouts..........................................................1 Repairing the TV...........................................................................................14
Specifications.................................................................................................1 Removing the Table-Top Stand.............................................................................14
Board Layout..................................................................................................2 Removing the Rear Cover....................................................................................14
KDL-50R555A.........................................................................................................2 Replacing the Main Board............................................................................15
KDL-60R555A.........................................................................................................2 Replacing the Power Supply Board..............................................................20
KDL-70R555A.........................................................................................................2 Replacing the Switch Unit............................................................................20
Wire Dressing.................................................................................................3 Removing the Speakers...............................................................................21
KDL-50R555A.........................................................................................................3 Removing the Bezel and H Board................................................................21
KDL-60R555A.........................................................................................................3 Section 4 - Exploded View/Part Number Information..................................22
KDL-70R555A.........................................................................................................3 Table Top-Stand............................................................................................22
Section 2 - Troubleshooting............................................................................4 KDL-50R555A..............................................................................................23
Diagnosing the Error......................................................................................4 KDL-60R555A..............................................................................................24
Viewing the Self Check Diagnosis History..............................................................4 KDL-70R555A..............................................................................................25
Triage Chart....................................................................................................5 Connectors...................................................................................................26
Flowcharts and Diagrams...............................................................................6 KDL-50R555A.......................................................................................................26
Overall Block Diagram............................................................................................6 KDL-60R555A.......................................................................................................26
KDL-50R555A ..................................................................................................6 KDL-70R555A.......................................................................................................27
KDL-60R555A/70R555A ..................................................................................7 Screws..........................................................................................................28
Power and Control Block Diagram.........................................................................8
Section 5 - Accessories/Part Number Information......................................29
KDL-50R555A ..................................................................................................8
Accessories and Packaging.........................................................................29
KDL-60R555A/70R555A ..................................................................................9
Miscellaneous...............................................................................................29
No Power Flowchart.............................................................................................10
Optional Accessories....................................................................................29
Standby LED Blinking Flowchart.......................................................................... 11
Remote Commander....................................................................................29
No Video Flowchart..............................................................................................12
Video Distortion Flowchart....................................................................................13
Appendix A: Encryption Key Components................................................ A-1
KDL-50R555A/60R555A/70R555A i
CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS
CAUTION!! SAFETY CHECK-OUT
These servicing instructions are for use by qualified service personnel only. After correcting the original service problem, perform the following safety
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than checks before releasing the set to the customer:
that contained in the operating instructions unless you are qualified to do so.
1. Check the area of your repair for unsoldered or poorly soldered
connections. Check the entire board surface for solder splashes
and bridges.
WARNING!!
2. Check the interboard wiring to ensure that no wires are “pinched” or
An isolation transformer should be used during any service to avoid possible touching high-wattage resistors.
shock hazard, in case of live chassis.
3. Check that all control knobs, shields, covers, ground straps and
mounting hardware have been replaced. Be absolutely certain that
! SAFETY-RELATED COMPONENT WARNING!! you have replaced all the insulators.
4. Look for unauthorized replacement parts, particularly transistors,
There are critical components used in LCD color TVs that are important for that were installed during a previous repair. Point them out to the
safety. These components are identified with shading and ! mark on the customer and recommend their replacement.
schematic diagrams and the parts list. It is essential that these critical parts
be replaced only with the part number specified in the parts list to prevent 5. Look for parts which, though functioning, show obvious signs of
electric shock, fire or other hazard. deterioration. Point them out to the customer and recommend their
replacement.
6. Check the line cords for cracks and abrasion. Recommend the
NOTE: Do not modify the original design without obtaining written permission
replacement of any such line cord to the customer.
from the manufacturer or you will void the original parts and labor warranty.
7. Check the antenna terminals, metal trim, “metallized” knobs, screws
ATTENTION!! and all other exposed metal parts for AC leakage. Check leakage
as described in “Leakage Test”.
For safety reasons, component level repair of the Power Supply Boards
and/or the Inverter Boards is prohibited.
KDL-50R555A/60R555A/70R555A ii
CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS
LEAKAGE TEST HOW TO FIND A GOOD EARTH GROUND

The AC leakage from any exposed metal part to earth ground and from all The cover-plate retaining screw on most AC outlet boxes is at earth ground.
exposed metal parts to any exposed metal part having a return to chassis, Verify the AC outlet box retaining screw ground by connecting a 60W to
must not exceed 0.5 mA (500 microamperes). Leakage current can be 100W incandescent (not a neon or fluorescent lamp) between the hot side of
measured by any one of three methods. the receptacle and the retaining screw. Try both slots, if necessary, to locate
the hot side on the line; the lamp should light at normal brilliance if the screw
1. A commercial leakage tester.
is at ground potential. (see Figure B)
Follow the manufacturers’ instructions provided with the tester.
2. A battery-operated AC milliammeter. Trouble Light
3. Measuring the voltage drop across a resistor by means of a VOM AC Outlet Box
or battery-operated AC voltmeter. The “limit” indication is 0.75 V, so
analog meters must have an accurate low voltage scale. Nearly all
battery-operated digital multimeters that have a 2 VAC range are
suitable. (see Figure A)
To Exposed Metal
Parts on Set Figure B. Checking for earth ground.
AC
0.15 µF Voltmeter
(0.75V)
Earth Ground
Figure A. Use an AC voltmeter to check AC leakage.
KDL-50R555A/60R555A/70R555A iii
SECTION 1 - SPECIFICATIONS AND LAYOUTS
SPECIFICATIONS
Sistema Nome do modelo KDL-70R555A KDL-60R555A KDL-50R555A
Sistema de televisão Analógico: NTSC/PAL-M/PAL-N Energia e outros
Digital: SBTVD-T Requisito de energia 110-220 V CA, 60 Hz
Cobertura de canal VHF: 2-13 Consumo de energia
UHF: 14-69 240 W 1 82 W 1 21 W
CATV: 1-135 em uso
Sistema do painel Painel LCD (Tela de Cristal Líquido) (Backlight de LED) em modo de espera Menos do que 0,3 W
Potência de saída dos 10 W + 10 W Tamanho da tela
69,5 60 49,5
Alto-falantes (RMS) (127 V CA, THD* 10% sinal 1 KHz, Alto-falante de 8 ohms, Nível de entrada 500 mVrms) (medido diagonalmente)
(polegadas) (Classe 70) (Classe 50)
Entradas/Saídas
(cm) 1 76, 6 1 52, 5 12 5, 7
CABLE/ANTENNA Terminal externo de 75 ohms para entradas RF
Resolução da tela 1,920 pontos (horizontal) × 1,080 linhas (vertical)
V ID E O IN VÍDEO: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms não balanceados, sincronizacão negativa
A lto-fa la nte s /Á re a tota l ( 2 ) (mm) 45 × 2 00
ÁUDIO: 500 mVrms (Típico) / Impedância: 47 Kohms
Dimensões
COMPONENT IN YPBPR (Vídeo do componente): Y: 1,0 Vp-p, 75 ohms não balanceados, sincronização negativa com pedestal (mm) 1,587 × 975 × 378 1,375 × 851 × 339 1,131 × 702 × 233
PB: 0,7 Vp-p, 75 ohms / PR : 0,7 Vp-p, 75 ohms
Formato do sinal: 480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p sem pedestal (mm) 1,587 × 931 × 90 1,375 × 810 × 82 1,131 × 671 × 84
ÁUDIO: 500 mVrms (Típico) / Impedância: 47 Kohms
padrão do furo de montagem
HDMI IN 1 (ARC) HDMI: Vídeo: 480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p, 1080/24p 400 × 3 00 3 00 × 3 00
da parede (mm)
HDMI IN 2/MHL MHL: Vídeo: 480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, 720p, 720/30p, 1080i, 1080/30p, 1080/24p tamanho do parafuso de
HDMI IN 3 Áudio: Dois canais lineares PCM 32, 44,1 e 48 kHz, 16, 20 e 24bits, Dolby Digital M6 (8-12 mm)
montagem da parede (mm)
HDMI IN 4 Entrada do PC
Peso com pedestal (kg) 3 8, 0 2 8, 4 1 8, 6
AUDIO OUT Saída de áudio, Fones de ouvido (minitomada)
sem pedestal (kg) 3 6, 0 2 6, 6 1 7, 7
USB Compatível com armazenamento em massa USB, por exemplo, câmera digital ou memória USB
Acessórios fornecidos Controle Remoto RM-YD095 (1) / Pilhas tamnho AAA (2) / Manual de Instruções (1)
Guia Rápido (1) / Folheto de Intruções de Segurança (1) / Licença de Software
LAN Conector 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX (Dependendo do ambiente operacional da rede, a velocidad
Guia de Montagem do Pedestal (1) / Pedestal (1 conjunto) / Parafuso (6) (KDL-50R555A)
da conexão pode diferir. Taxa de comunicacão 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX e a qualidade da comunicacão
Parafuso (10) (KDL-60R555A/70R555A) / Óculos 3D Passivo (4): TDG-500P
não são garantidas para esta TV)
* Distorção Harmônica Total.
Acessórios opcionais Cabos de Conexão / Kit de Cinto de Segurança

Óculos 3D Passivo: TDG-500P
Óculos Passivo SimulView™: TDG-SV5P
• A disponibilidade dos acessórios opcionais depende do estoque.

• Projeto e especificações técnicas sujeitos a alterações sem aviso prévio.
• Pesos e dimensões são aproximados.
KDL-50R555A/60R555A/70R555A 1
BOARD LAYOUT
KDL-50R555A KDL-70R555A
LD BOARD
POWER SUPPLY
BOARD (GE70)
POWER SUPPLY MAIN BOARD
BOARD (G4) (A BOARD) MAIN BOARD
(A BOARD)
TCON SWITCH
SWITCH
UNIT
UNIT TCON
H BOARD H BOARD
KDL-60R555A
POWER SUPPLY
BOARD (GE60)
MAIN BOARD
4
(A BOARD)
SWITCH
UNIT
TCON
H BOARD
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WIRE DRESSING
KDL-60R555A
KDL-50R555A/60R555A/70R555A 3
SECTION 2 - TROUBLESHOOTING Self Diagnosis
Supported model
DIAGNOSING THE ERROR SELF CHECK

Before servicing the Television:
Back <<
1. Verify the TV has the symptom the customer indicated. 002 MAIN_ POWER 001 Indicates
2. Check to see if the latest Software is installed. 003 DC_ALERT1 000 an error
a. If not, install the latest version. 003 AUDIO_PROT 000 has occurred
004 BALANCER_ERR 000
3. Determine the replacement part required. 005 TCON_ERR 000
005 PANEL_ID_NVM_ERR 000 Indicates
VIEWING THE SELF CHECK DIAGNOSIS HISTORY 006 BACKLIT 000 no error
When an error is detected, the Self Check screen records the number of 007 TEMP_ERR 000 has occurred
times the error occurred. This is helpful in confirming past occurrences of
an error and for determining if an error is intermittent when the customer is
00116 00024 00115
not sure what is causing the television to shut down. If the screen displays
a “0”, no error has occurred. [Home] Exit
1. Press POWER to turn on the TV and then turn it off again. SAMPLE SELF CHECK DIAGNOSIS PAGE
2. Press the following buttons on the Remote Commander within 1

second of each other:
DISPLAY Channel 5 Volume - POWER
NOTE: This differs from accessing Service Adjustments Mode (Volume +).
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SECTION 2 - TROUBLESHOOTING
TRIAGE CHART
Use this general Triage Chart to determine what may possibly be causing the error before going out to the customers location.
1. Confirm the symptom from the customer. Red Dot: (Primary) Most likely defective part.
2. Select that symptom from the chart. Blue Triangle: (Secondary) Possible defective part.
3. Bring the primary component listed for that symptom.
4. Follow the associated flowcharts in the Training Manual to isolate the board.
5. Chart Color Code.
Protection Modes LAN Power Video Audio
Board Whole Isolated
No No
2X 3X 5X 6X WIFI
Dead set
Video
Screen Area No Audio
Distortion Distortion
MAIN BOARD  ▲ ▲ ▲  
POWER SUPPLY   
LCD PANEL 
TCON   ▲ ▲
WLAN   ▲ ▲
*NOTE: REFER TO LCD PANEL SERVICE MANUAL IN REFERENCE LIBRARY DATABASE FOR
CORRECT REPLACEMENT PARTS BASED ON SERIAL NUMBER.
KDL-50R555A/60R555A/70R555A 5
FLOWCHARTS AND DIAGRAMS
OVERALL BLOCK DIAGRAM
KDL-50R555A
MAIN BOARD
RF TUNER L
CLASS D
AUDIO
AMP
COMPONENT/ R
COMPOSITE
COMPOSITE ANALOG AUDIO OUT
HDMI 1 (ARC) OPTICAL AUDIO OUT
HDMI 2 (MHL) MT5396 AMP HEADPHONE AUDIO OUT
HDMI 3 A/V DECODER
A/V PROCESS
HDMI 4
PC HD15
LVDS
PC IN R/L (AUDIO) LCD PANEL, TCON
USB 1 &
LVDS
USB 2 LED BACKLIGHTS
ETHERNET
A
LED
SWITCH IR RX WIFI
UNIT LIGHT SENSOR
H
POWER SUPPLY
LOCAL DIMMING
AC IN
G4 (50”) LD
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KDL-60R555A/70R555A
MAIN BOARD
RF TUNER L
CLASS D
AUDIO
AMP
COMPONENT/ R
COMPOSITE
COMPOSITE ANALOG AUDIO OUT
HDMI 1 (ARC) OPTICAL AUDIO OUT
HDMI 2 (MHL) MT5396 AMP HEADPHONE AUDIO OUT
HDMI 3 A/V DECODER
A/V PROCESS
HDMI 4
PC HD15 LVDS
PC IN R/L (AUDIO) LCD PANEL, TCON
USB 1 &
LVDS
USB 2 LED BACKLIGHTS
ETHERNET
A
LED
SWITCH IR RX WIFI
UNIT LIGHT SENSOR
H
POWER SUPPLY
AC IN
GE60 (60”)
GE70 (70”)
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POWER AND CONTROL BLOCK DIAGRAM
KDL-50R555A
POWER SUPPLY
CN6402
1~5 UNREG 24V
6~10 GND
LCD PANEL, TCON
11 BL_ERR
LOCAL DIMMING &
12 BL_ON
LED BACKLIGHTS
CN6101 13 PWM DIMMER
AC IN (N) 1 14 N/C
AC IN (H) 2 LD
MAIN BOARD
CN6401 CN201
1 STBY3.3V STBY 3.3V 1
2 AC_OFF_DET AC_OFF_DET 5
3 POWER_ON POWER_ON 6
4, 5 AUDIO_12V GND GND 2, 7
6, 7 REG12V_GND GND 9, 11
8 AUDIO 12V AUDIO_12V 12
9~11 REG 12V REG 12V 3, 8
12 BL_ERR TCON_12V 10
13 BL_ON BL_ERR 13
14 PWM DIMMER BL_ON 14
15 N/C BL PWM 4
G4 (50”) A
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KDL-60R555A/70R555A
POWER SUPPLY
CN3
1 LED1 +
3 LED1 -
LCD PANEL, TCON
5 LED2 +
&
7 LED2 -
LED BACKLIGHTS
CN1 9 LED3 +
AC IN (N) 1 11 LED3 -
AC IN (H) 2 13 LED4 +
15 LED4 -
MAIN BOARD
CN2 CN201
1 STBY3.3V STBY 3.3V 1
2 AC_OFF_DET AC_OFF_DET 5
3 POWER_ON POWER_ON 6
4, 5 AUDIO_12V GND GND 2, 7
6, 7 REG12V_GND GND 9, 11
8 AUDIO_12V AUDIO_12V 12
9~11 REG_12V REG 12V 3, 8
12 BL_ERR TCON_12V 10
13 BL_ON BL_ERR 13
14 PWM_DIMMER BL_ON 14
15 N/C BL PWM 4
GE60 (60”)
GE70 (70”) A
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NO POWER FLOWCHART
Press power
No Power button while Yes
High (3.3V) Power Supply
monitoring Pin 3 of
on Pin 3? Board*
CN6401 on Power
Supply Board.
Unplug TV from
No
AC power. Wait at
least 20 seconds
and re-apply AC
power.
High (3.3V) Yes
Main Board*
Yes
on Pin 6?
No
Does red standby Yes
50"?
LED on front panel
Power Supply
light steady?
Board*
No
No
Press power
button while Yes
High (3.3V) on Power Supply
monitoring Pin 3 of
Pin 3? Board*
CN2 on Power
Supply Board.
Yes See protection
Is standby LED
blinking? flowchart
No
No
Yes
High (3.3V) on
Main Board*
Power Supply Pin 2?
Board*
Power Supply
Board*
*For Part Number information, refer to “Section 4 - Exploded View/Part Number Information” on page 22.
KDL-50R555A/60R555A/70R555A 10
STANDBY LED BLINKING FLOWCHART

Protect
Shutdown.
Standby LED
Blinking
Yes
2X Power Supply
Board*
No
Yes
3X Main Board*
6X
No
Yes
No
5X
Yes
“SONY” logo No
Power Supply
appears before
LCD Panel* Board*
shutdown?
Yes
LCD Panel*
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NO VIDEO FLOWCHART
No Video
Backlights No
LCD Panel*
turned on?
Yes
Any OSD Yes

graphics Main Board*
present?
No
Unplug LVDS
connector at
TCON while unit Any flashes No
is running. This seen on LCD Panel*
may need to be screen?
done more than
once.
Yes
Main Board*
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VIDEO DISTORTION FLOWCHART
Video Distortion
Is distortion Yes Improper of No

Vertical lines Yes Lines move Yes
across entire when wide-mode Main Board*
missing or bars?
screen? changed?
colors?
No Yes No No
Main Board* LCD Panel*
Yes
Any horizontal LCD Panel*
lines?
No
Any single or Yes

isolated vertical LCD Panel*
lines?
No
More than 1 Yes Uneven Yes

LCD Panel*
vertical band? brightness?
LCD Panel*
KDL-50R555A/60R555A/70R555A 13
SECTION 3 - REPAIR INFORMATION
REPAIRING THE TV REMOVING THE REAR COVER

If the latest Software does not correct the issue, complete the following: 1. Remove all screws from the Rear Cover.
1. Verify the television has the symptom the customer indicated.
2. Replace part causing the symptom.
3. Install the latest version of Software (Required for ALL repairs).
4. Perform the required service adjustments and checks.
5. Verify the repair resolved the issue.
REMOVING THE TABLE-TOP STAND

1. Place TV face down on a soft and flat surface.
KDL-70R555A
2. After removing all screws, lift the AC Cover to detach.
2. Remove screws from Table-Top Stand (2 for 50” and 4 for 60”/70”) and
pull to detach from Rear Cover.
CAUTION: Make sure to remove the

Power Cord from AC Cover.
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3. Proceed according to model:

For 50” models: b. Lift the black locking bar and pull FFC cables to release.
Disconnect the AC Power Cord, then pull up the Rear Cover to detach.
2. Disconnect 2 connectors from the Antenna.
For 60” and 70” models:

Slide the AC Power Cord through the AC Cover opening to remove, then
pull up the Rear Cover to detach.
3. Disconnect remaining connectors.
REPLACING THE MAIN BOARD

The Main Board used in these models is available for repair. For Part
Number information refer to Section 4 - Exploded View/Part Number
Information on page 22. 4. Remove 5 screws and 1 Spacer from the Main Board, then lift to detach.
1. Disconnect LVDS and FFC cables.

a. Lift the black locking bar and pull LVDS cables to release.
5. Install the new Main Board and screws.
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6. Reconnect the LVDS, FFC cables, and all other connectors. 7. Update the Software.
CAUTION: Make sure the black line is aligned to the connector before After ALL repairs UPDATE the SOFTWARE to the latest version.
locking. Instructions are included with the Software package on the Sony
a. Lift the black locking bar to reconnect and secure the LVDS cables. Authorized Service Portal website.
a. Press POWER to turn on the TV.
b. Insert the USB device with the latest Software into the TV.
c. Press HOME to display the menu options.
d. Press to select Settings, then press .
b. Reconnect the FFC cables and close the black locking bar to e. Press / to select Setup.
secure the connectors.
f. Press / to select Software Update, then press .
g. Press / to select USB, then press .
h. During the Software update, the TV automatically restarts.
i. Series of different messages will appear on the TV set.

Please follow the on screen instructions.
NOTE: An information LED may be flashing on the front bottom
of the TV.
j. After several minutes the TV may automatically restart again to

complete the update.
CAUTION: DO NOT TURN OFF THE TV OR UNPLUG THE
POWER CORD WHILE THE UPDATE IS IN PROGRESS.
k. Remove the USB device from the TV.
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8. Access Service Mode by pressing the following buttons within 1 second 10. Press or to select the correct Panel Code for the TV model.
of each other: (Use the table below for reference).
DISPLAY Channel 5 Volume + POWER Model Name Panel Code

KDL-50R555A 41_LC500EUD
Service Mode
Sound Adjustment >> KDL-60R555A 46_JE600D3LC5N
Wide Band Tuning >> KDL-70R555A 31_JE695D3LB4N
Range Scan… >>
Self diagnosis history >>
Status Information… >>
CAUTION: Select ONLY the correct Panel Code.
LVDS Spectrum(%0) <[ 30 ]> 11. Locate the Serial Number for the TV on the side of the Rear Cover.
Low of HPD <[ 5 ]>
TVD_MCDONE_CNT <[ 20 ]> MODEL NO
Demo Special >> KDL-70R555A
Bypass AVI Info Detect <[ On ]>
Panel Selection <[ 31_JE695D3LB4N ]> SERIAL NO
UART Selection No Log 2000001
SERIAL NUMBER EDIT
MODEL NAME EDIT
12. Press until SERIAL NUMBER EDIT is selected.
[</>]Set [Home] Exit
Service Mode
Sound Adjustment >>
9. Press until Panel Selection is selected.
Wide Band Tuning >>
Service Mode Range Scan… >>
Sound Adjustment >> Self diagnosis history >>
Wide Band Tuning >> Status Information… >>
Range Scan… >> LVDS Spectrum(%0) <[ 30 ]>
Self diagnosis history >> Low of HPD <[ 5 ]>
Status Information… >> TVD_MCDONE_CNT <[ 20 ]>
LVDS Spectrum(%0) <[ 30 ]> Demo Special >>
Low of HPD <[ 5 ]> Bypass AVI Info Detect <[ On ]>
TVD_MCDONE_CNT <[ 20 ]> Panel Selection <[ 31_JE695D3LB4N ]>
Demo Special >> UART Selection No Log
Bypass AVI Info Detect <[ On ]> SERIAL NUMBER EDIT
Panel Selection <[ 31_JE695D3LB4N ]> MODEL NAME EDIT
UART Selection No Log
SERIAL NUMBER EDIT [</>]Set [Home] Exit
MODEL NAME EDIT
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13. Press to be able to select the first digit.

15. When the complete Serial Number displays, press .
Service Mode
16. On the confirmation screen, press to select YES and then .
Sound Adjustment >>
Wide Band Tuning >>
Range Scan… >> Input Data Correct?
LVDS Spectrum(%0) <[ 30 ]>
Low of HPD <[ 5 ]> Yes No
TVD_MCDONE_CNT <[ 20 ]>
Demo Special >>
Panel Selection <[ 31_JE695D3LB4N ]> Properly selected text is in black
SERIAL NUMBER EDIT _ _ _ _ _ _ _
17. Press until MODEL NAME EDIT is selected.
MODEL NAME EDIT
Service Mode
[</>]Set [Home] Exit Sound Adjustment >>
Wide Band Tuning >>
14. Press or to select numbers and then to move to the next Range Scan… >>
digit until Serial Number is complete. Self diagnosis history >>
Service Mode LVDS Spectrum(%0) <[ 30 ]>
Sound Adjustment >> Low of HPD <[ 5 ]>
Wide Band Tuning >> TVD_MCDONE_CNT <[ 20 ]>
Range Scan… >> Demo Special >>
Self diagnosis history >> Bypass AVI Info Detect <[ On ]>
Status Information… >> Panel Selection <[ 31_JE695D3LB4N ]>
LVDS Spectrum(%0) <[ 30 ]> UART Selection No Log
Low of HPD <[ 5 ]> SERIAL NUMBER EDIT 2000001
TVD_MCDONE_CNT <[ 20 ]> MODEL NAME EDIT
Demo Special >>
Bypass AVI Info Detect <[ On ]> [</>]Set [Home] Exit
Panel Selection <[ 31_JE695D3LB4N ]>
SERIAL NUMBER EDIT 2000001
MODEL NAME EDIT
CAUTION: The Serial Number can only be selected once. Be sure

to verify the information is correct before saving the changes.
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18. Press to be able to select the first character. 20. When the complete Model Name displays, press .
Service Mode 21. On the confirmation screen, press to select YES and then .
Sound Adjustment >>
Wide Band Tuning >> Input Data Correct?
Range Scan… >>
LVDS Spectrum(%0) <[ 30 ]> Yes No
Low of HPD <[ 5 ]>
Demo Special >>
Panel Selection <[ 31_JE695D3LB4N ]> El texto seleccionado se mostrará en negro
SERIAL NUMBER EDIT 2000001 22. Press POWER to exit Service Mode.
MODEL NAME EDIT _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
19. Press or to select characters and then to move to the next

space until Model Name is complete.
NOTE: Make sure to include dash in Model Name.
Service Mode
Sound Adjustment >>
Wide Band Tuning >>
Range Scan… >>
LVDS Spectrum(%0) <[ 30 ]>
Low of HPD <[ 5 ]>
Demo Special >>
Panel Selection <[ 31_JE695D3LB4N ]>
SERIAL NUMBER EDIT 2000001
MODEL NAME EDIT KDL-70R555A
CAUTION: The Model Name can only be selected once. Be sure

to verify the information is correct before saving the changes.
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REPLACING THE POWER SUPPLY BOARD

1. Disconnect all connectors from Power Supply Board. h. During the Software update, the TV automatically restarts.
i. Series of different messages will appear on the TV set.

Please follow the on screen instructions.
NOTE: An information LED may be flashing on the front bottom
of the TV.
j. After several minutes the TV may automatically restart again to

complete the update.
CAUTION: DO NOT TURN OFF THE TV OR UNPLUG THE
2. Remove 6 screws and lift to detach from the Rear Cover.
POWER CORD WHILE THE UPDATE IS IN PROGRESS.
k. Remove the USB device from the TV.
REPLACING THE SWITCH UNIT

1. Disconnect 1 connector from Switch Unit.
3. Install the new Power Supply Board, screws and connectors.

4. Update the Software.
After ALL repairs UPDATE the SOFTWARE to the latest version.
Instructions are included with the Software package on the Sony
Authorized Service Portal website.
POWER 2. Grab Switch Unit by both ends and pull upwards to detach.
a. Press to turn on the TV.
b. Insert the USB device with the latest Software into the TV.
c. Press HOME to display the menu options.
d. Press to select Settings, then press .
e. Press / to select Setup.

3. Install the new Switch Unit and connector.
f. Press / to select Software Update, then press .
g. Press / to select USB, then press .
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REMOVING THE SPEAKERS 3. Carefully lift the Bezel from the bottom to detach.
1. Disconnect the connectors from Speakers.
4. Using a small and narrow tool, unhook H Board from the Bezel to
2. Slide upwards to detach. remove.
REMOVING THE BEZEL AND H BOARD

1. Using a small and narrow tool, disconnect H Board connector.
2. Gently turn the TV over and then increase gap between the LCD Panel
and Bezel to detach.
KDL-50R555A/60R555A/70R555A 21
SECTION 4 - EXPLODED VIEW/PART NUMBER INFORMATION
TABLE TOP-STAND Components not identified by a part number or description

are not stocked because they are seldom required for routine
The component parts of an assembly are indicated by the reference numbers in
the far right column of the parts list and within the dotted lines of the diagram.
service.
NOTE: The components identified by shading and ! NOTE: The components identified by a red outline and a mark contain confidential
mark are critical for safety. information. Specific instructions must be adhered to whenever these components are
Replace only with part number specified. repaired and/or replaced. (See Appendix A)
REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION
1 4-446-624-01 NECK LEFT

(KDL-50R555A ONLY)
1 4-446-626-01 NECK LEFT
(KDL-60R555A/70R555A ONLY)
2 4-446-637-01 STAND SHAFT

(KDL-50R555A ONLY)
2 4-446-638-01 STAND SHAFT
(KDL-60R555A ONLY)
3 2 4-446-639-01 STAND SHAFT
2
(KDL-70R555A ONLY)
1
3 4-446-625-01 NECK RIGHT
(KDL-50R555A ONLY)
3 4-446-627-01 NECK RIGHT
(KDL-60R555A/70R555A ONLY)
KDL-50R555A/60R555A/70R555A 22
KDL-50R555A NOTE: The components identified by shading and !

mark are critical for safety.
NOTE: The components identified by a red outline and a mark contain confidential
information. Specific instructions must be adhered to whenever these components are
51 4-464-819-01 BEZEL
52 1-895-408-31 H BOARD, MOUNTED
53 NA LCD PANEL
51 FOR ALL LCD PANEL AND TCON BOARD PART NUMBER
INFORMATION REFER TO THE LCD PANELS SERVICE MANUAL.
54 1-895-459-11 SWITCH UNIT

55 1-858-890-11 LOUD SPEAKER (LEFT)
56 4-468-026-01 SPACER (H8.5)
57 1-895-404-51 A BOARD, COMPLETE

64 AFTER REPLACING THE MAIN BOARD, YOU MUST
UPDATE THE SOFTWARE TO THE LATEST VERSION.
63 53
52 58 1-895-409-11 WF BOARD, MOUNTED
62 59 1-846-734-21 CABLE, ANTENNA B
60 1-846-734-11 CABLE, ANTENNA W
61
54
65 56
61 4-451-590-01 FRAME, BOTTOM RIGHT
58 62 4-451-589-01 FRAME, BOTTOM LEFT
60 57
59 55 63 1-858-890-21 LOUD SPEAKER (RIGHT)
64 1-474-496-11 G4 BOARD, COMPLETE

65 4-464-820-11 REAR COVER
66 66 4-299-528-01 AC COVER
67 ! 67 1-846-740-11 POWER SUPPLY CORD
KDL-50R555A/60R555A/70R555A 23

101 4-464-825-01 BEZEL

102 1-895-408-31 H BOARD, MOUNTED
103 NA LCD PANEL

104 1-895-459-11 SWITCH UNIT

106 4-468-025-01 SPACER (H8.0)

103
102 108 1-895-409-11 WF BOARD, MOUNTED
113
109 1-846-734-41 CABLE, ANTENNA B
112 110 1-846-734-31 CABLE, ANTENNA W
104
111
111 4-451-596-01 FRAME, BOTTOM RIGHT
115 106
110 107
114 1-895-406-11 GE60 BOARD, COMPLETE

115 4-464-826-11 REAR COVER
116
116 4-451-600-01 AC COVER
117 ! 117 1-846-740-31 POWER SUPPLY CORD
KDL-50R555A/60R555A/70R555A 24

REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION [ASSEMBLY INCLUDES]
151 4-464-831-01 BEZEL

152 1-895-408-31 H BOARD, MOUNTED
153 NA LCD PANEL

154 1-895-459-11 SWITCH UNIT

156 4-468-027-01 SPACER (H9.0)

152 158 1-895-409-11 WF BOARD, MOUNTED

163 153
159 1-846-734-51 CABLE, ANTENNA B
162 160 1-846-734-61 CABLE, ANTENNA W
165
154
161
156 161 4-451-605-01 FRAME, BOTTOM RIGHT
166 160 157
164 1-895-407-11 GE70 BOARD, COMPLETE

165 4-451-601-01 BRACKET, VESA
167 166 4-464-832-11 REAR COVER [165]
167 4-451-600-01 AC COVER
168
! 168 1-846-740-51 POWER SUPPLY CORD
KDL-50R555A/60R555A/70R555A 25
CONNECTORS NOTE: The components identified by shading and !

251
201
207
205
204
252
202 255
253
203
256 254
206
REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION
201 1-910-108-25 CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY 50 MB-PSU 14P 251 1-910-108-32 CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY 60 MB-PSU 14P
202 1-910-108-31 FFC CABLE 50 MB-KEY 6P 252 1-910-108-37 FFC CABLE 60 MB-KEY 6P
203 1-910-108-30 FFC CABLE 50 MB-IR 10P 253 1-910-108-36 FFC CABLE 60 MB-IR 10P
204 1-910-108-29 (LVDS) FFC CABLE 50 MB-TCON 51P 254 1-910-108-34 (LVDS) FFC CABLE 60 MB-TCON 41P
205 1-910-108-28 (LVDS) FFC CABLE 50 MB-TCON 41P 255 1-910-108-35 (LVDS) FFC CABLE 60 MB-TCON 51P
206 1-910-108-26 CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY 50 MB-SP LR 4P 256 1-910-108-33 CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY 60 MB-SP LR 4P
207 1-910-108-27 CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY 50 PSU-LD 14P
KDL-50R555A/60R555A/70R555A 26
NOTE: The components identified by shading and ! NOTE: The components identified by a red outline and a mark contain confidential
mark are critical for safety. information. Specific instructions must be adhered to whenever these components are
KDL-70R555A
301
305 302
306
304 303
301 1-910-108-38 CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY 70 MB-PSU 14P

302 1-910-108-43 FFC CABLE 70 MB-KEY 6P
303 1-910-108-42 FFC CABLE 70 MB-IR 10P
304 1-910-108-40 (LVDS) FFC CABLE 70 MB-TCON 41P

305 1-910-108-41 (LVDS) FFC CABLE 70 MB-TCON 51P
306 1-910-108-39 CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY 70 MB-SP LR 4P
KDL-50R555A/60R555A/70R555A 27
SCREWS NOTE: The components identified by shading and !

P/N DESCRIPTION KDL-50R555A KDL-60R555A KDL-70R555A
Rear Cover (7), Frame Bottom Rear Cover (7), Frame Bottom Right (1),
2-580-639-01 SCREW, +BVTP 4X12 TYPE2 IT-3 Rear Cover (7)
Right (1), Frame Bottom Left (1) Frame Bottom Left (1)
Rear Cover Terminal (1), Rear Cover Terminal (1), Rear Cover Terminal (1),
7-685-646-79 SCREW, +BVTP 3X8 TYPE2 IT-3
Bracket Vesa (4), Lock Belt (1) Bracket Vesa (2), Lock Belt (1) Lock Belt (1)
Main Board (4), Switch Unit (1), Power Main Board (5), Switch Unit (1), Main Board (5), Switch Unit (1), Power
7-682-947-01 SCREW, +PSW M3X6 Supply Board (6), Antenna (2), Frame Power Supply Board (6) Supply Board (6), Antenna (2), Frame
Bottom Right (4), Frame Bottom Left (4) Antenna (2) Bottom Right (5), Frame Bottom Left (5)
4-445-507-01 SCREW, +PSW M3X8 W12 Rear Cover (12), AC Cover (1) Rear Cover (16), AC Cover (1) Rear Cover (17), AC Cover (1)
4-443-433-01 SCREW, +PH M3X6 Rear Cover (4) Not Used Not Used
2-580-608-01 SCREW, +PSW M5X16 Table Top Stand to TV (2) Table Top Stand to TV (4) Table Top Stand to TV (4)
Frame Bottom Right (4),

2-580-592-01 SCREW, +PSW M3X8 Not Used Not Used
Frame Bottom Left (4)
Frame Bottom Right (2), Frame Bottom Right (2),

4-159-298-01 SCREW, +PSW M4X10 Not Used
Frame Bottom Left (2) Frame Bottom Left (2)
4-470-610-01 SCREW, +PSW M2X3 WiFi Module (1) WiFi Module (1) WiFi Module (1)
KDL-50R555A/60R555A/70R555A 28
SECTION 5 - ACCESSORIES/PART NUMBER INFORMATION
ACCESSORIES AND PACKAGING OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
PART NO. DESCRIPTION PART NO. DESCRIPTION
2-580-608-01 SCREW, +PSW M5X16 4-414-470-01 SUPPORT BELT KIT

(SCREWS TO ATTACH TABLE-TOP STAND TO LCD TV) (KDL-50R555A ONLY)
For product protection and safety reasons, Sony strongly recommends 4-423-541-01 SUPPORT BELT KIT
that you use the screws provided with the TV. (KDL-60R555A/70R555A ONLY)
CAUTION: These screws cannot be used to secure the TV X-2586-996-1 PASSIVE 3D GLASSES
to the Wall Mount Brackets.
4-460-671-41 GUIDE, QUICK SET UP REMOTE COMMANDER

4-460-665-41 MANUAL, INSTRUCTION
PART NO. DESCRIPTION
1-492-073-21 REMOTE COMMANDER (RM-YD095)

MISCELLANEOUS
PART NO. DESCRIPTION
4-472-646-01 CONDUCTIVE TAPE L50XW30MM

(KDL-70R555A ONLY)
KDL-50R555A/60R555A/70R555A 29
APPENDIX A: ENCRYPTION KEY COMPONENTS
Encryption key components developed by Sony Corporation contain confidential information and shall be handled under the non-disclosure obligations provided
in the applicable agreement with Sony Corporation (and/or its subsidiary).
As part of this agreement specific instructions must be adhered to whenever a Circuit Board containing encryption key components is repaired and/or replaced
pursuant to the following:
1. In the service manual the Circuit Board(s) containing encryption key components shall be identified with a red outline and a .
2. Only repair boards or components listed in the service manual shall be utilized for replacement and/or repair.
3. Disassembly, decryption or reverse-engineering component(s) is strictly prohibited.
4. Any board in which the Servicer replaces an encryption key component must be placed back into the set it orignally came from and the replaced
defective component MUST BE DESTROYED. Boards cannot be swapped.
5. If a Circuit Board identified with a red outline and a in the service manual is deemed to be defective:
a. and if a core charge is imposed and is covered under the product warranty, the defective un-repaired or modified board MUST BE RETURNED to
Sony.
b. and if the core charge is NOT covered under the product warranty, the defective un-repaired or modified board MUST BE DESTROYED.
6. If a unit is destroyed (such as field scrap), the Circuit Board identified with a red outline and a in the service manual MUST BE DESTROYED.
is a trademark of Sony Electronics.

Reproduction in whole or part without written permission is prohibited. All rights reserved.
Sony Corporation
Sony LCSC English
Technical Services 2013GJ74WEB-1
9-883-537-02 Service Publications Department © 2013.7
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Self Diagnosis

HISTORY INFORMATION FOR THE FOLLOWING MANUAL:

MODEL COMMANDER DESTINATION

Version Date Subject

LCD Digital Color TV

LEAKAGE TEST HOW TO FIND A GOOD EARTH GROUND

* Distorção Harmônica Total.

Acessórios opcionais Cabos de Conexão / Kit de Cinto de Segurança

Óculos Passivo SimulView™: TDG-SV5P

• A disponibilidade dos acessórios opcionais depende do estoque.

DIAGNOSING THE ERROR SELF CHECK

2. Press the following buttons on the Remote Commander within 1

DISPLAY Channel 5 Volume - POWER

FLOWCHARTS AND DIAGRAMS

OVERALL BLOCK DIAGRAM

POWER AND CONTROL BLOCK DIAGRAM

STANDBY LED BLINKING FLOWCHART

Any OSD Yes

VIDEO DISTORTION FLOWCHART

Is distortion Yes Improper of No

Main Board* LCD Panel*

Any single or Yes

More than 1 Yes Uneven Yes

REPAIRING THE TV REMOVING THE REAR COVER

REMOVING THE TABLE-TOP STAND

2. After removing all screws, lift the AC Cover to detach.

CAUTION: Make sure to remove the

3. Proceed according to model:

2. Disconnect 2 connectors from the Antenna.

For 60” and 70” models:

3. Disconnect remaining connectors.

REPLACING THE MAIN BOARD

1. Disconnect LVDS and FFC cables.

5. Install the new Main Board and screws.

a. Press POWER to turn on the TV.

c. Press HOME to display the menu options.

d. Press to select Settings, then press .

g. Press / to select USB, then press .

h. During the Software update, the TV automatically restarts.

i. Series of different messages will appear on the TV set.

j. After several minutes the TV may automatically restart again to

k. Remove the USB device from the TV.

DISPLAY Channel 5 Volume + POWER Model Name Panel Code

[</>]Set [Home] Exit

13. Press to be able to select the first digit.

[</>]Set [Home] Exit

CAUTION: The Serial Number can only be selected once. Be sure

[</>]Set [Home] Exit

19. Press or to select characters and then to move to the next

[</>]Set [Home] Exit

CAUTION: The Model Name can only be selected once. Be sure

REPLACING THE POWER SUPPLY BOARD

i. Series of different messages will appear on the TV set.

j. After several minutes the TV may automatically restart again to

k. Remove the USB device from the TV.

REPLACING THE SWITCH UNIT

3. Install the new Power Supply Board, screws and connectors.

c. Press HOME to display the menu options.

d. Press to select Settings, then press .

e. Press / to select Setup.

g. Press / to select USB, then press .

1. Disconnect the connectors from Speakers.

REMOVING THE BEZEL AND H BOARD