GT30 Manual

Cover Page
2011 Premium 3D Plasma TV

Technical Guide and Troubleshooting Flowchart
2011- Plasma FHD TV (14th Generation)
Applies to models:
TC-PXXGT30
TC-PXXVT30
Panasonic National Training

Panasonic Service and Technology Company
TTG110901CP
Prepared by
Cesar Perdomo
Panasonic Service and Technology Company
National Training
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Warning
This service information is designed for experienced repair technicians only and is not designed for use by the
general public. It does not contain warnings or cautions to advise non-technical individuals of potential dangers in
attempting to service a product. Products powered by electricity should be serviced or repaired only by
experienced professional technicians. Any attempt to service or repair the product or products dealt with in this
service information by anyone else could result in serious injury or death.
Table Of Contents
Content
2011 Series Line Up And Available Sizes
Features
2011 Premium 3D PDP Line up And Feature Comparison
New Technical Features
Charging the 3D Glasses
Connection (Mini Adapters)
Boards Layout
Connections (Mini Adapters Part Number)
Service port (M3 mini Jack) Specifications
2011 PDP Extension Cable list (GT30 series)
2011 PDP Extension Cable for A board (GT30 series)
2011 PDP Extension Cable for P board (GT30 series)
2011 PDP Extension Cable list (VT30 series / FHD)
SOS Detect Circuit
SOS Detect Circuit Schematic (TC-P50G30)
SOS Detect Circuit Schematic (TC-P55VT30)
Voltage Distribution
Power Supply Voltage Distribution (TC-P50GT30)
Power Supply Voltage Distribution (TC-P55VT30)
Signal Processing
GT30 Models Video Signal Flow
VT30 Models Video Signal Flow
Signal Processing Circuit (GT Series)
Signal Processing Circuit (VT Series)
Boards Layout
PCB Part List
SOS Detect Circuit (Shutdown)
Cautions
Power LED Error Code Definition (1 of 2)
Boards Layout
SOS Blinking Codes/Troubleshooting Flowchart
Troubleshooting Solid Red LED Shutdown Failure
Behavior Comparison Between 2009/2010 and 2011 Models
When Shorted Vsus, Vda, or P15V
Solid Red LED Error Code (Locked Mode)
Troubleshooting Solid Red LED Failure (Locked Mode)
Troubleshooting 1 Blink Failure
Troubleshooting 4 Blinks Failure
4 Blinks Error Code (Abnormality of Power Supply Output )
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6 Blinks Error Code Circuit Explanation
6 Blinks Error Code (SC Energy Recovery Circuit
Abnormality)
7 Blinks Error Detect Circuit
Quick Procedure To Check For Short or Low Resistance
Condition of the Vsus, Vda, and P15V Lines
Troubleshooting 7 Blinks Failures (GT and VT Series)
Detailed Troubleshooting Procedure for Shorted Vda
VFO/VSCN_F and VF_5V Resistance Test (46, 50, and 55
FHD (S30 and ST30))
VFO/VSCN_F and VF_5V Resistance Test (50~65 Slim
Models (GT30 and VT30))
SU-SD boards Isolation Procedure
8 Blinks Error Code
9 Blinks Error Code
11 Blinks Error Detect Circuit (Fan SOS)
11 Blinks Error Code Explanation
12 Blinks Error Code
Troubleshooting No Power/Dead Unit
Troubleshooting No Power/Dead Unit (Power LED is Off)
Quick Procedure To Check For Short or Low Resistance
Condition of the Vda Line
TVs Behavior After Connectors Removal
Procedure to Check The Power Supply (Without Any Load)
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2011 Series Line Up And Available Sizes

FHD Premium 3D
FHD Deluxe
FHD Core
FHD Leader
FULL HIGH DEFINITION (1080p)
HD Leader
HD (720p)
VT
GT
ST
Series
Series
Series
Series
Series
Full
Gradation
Horizontal
Gradation
Piano Black
(Full Back-cut)
(Partial Back-cut)
One Sheet
of Glass
65
55
HIGH END
Thin Metal
Bezel
65
60 55 50
65 60 55
60
50 46
42
50 46 42
50 46 42
LOW END
Slide 4
Features
Slide 5
2011 Premium 3D PDP Line up And Feature Comparison
Slide 6
New
New Technical Features
2 new technical features have been added to the 2011 models to assist the service technicians speed up the
repair process.
The ability of the power LED to match the number of blinks of the first and last SOS blinking codes
detected by the TV as listed on the SELF Check menu.
The delaying of the power LED blinking reaction by 10 seconds when the SC/SN board is isolated.
The power LED can be forced to duplicate the number of blinks of the first and last SOS conditions detected by the TV.
This can be done while the power LED is blinking after a shutdown condition has occurred.
Procedure:
To duplicate the number of blinks of the last SOS detected.
While the power LED is blinking, press the VOL+ on the remote control once to make the power LED blink the same
number of times as the last blinking code detected by the TV.
To duplicated the number of blinks of the first SOS detected.
Press the VOL- once to make the power LED match the number of blinks of the first SOS blinking code detected.
Last
PTCT:
SOS History as
shown on the
Self Check
menu
3rd
occurrence
before last
1st.
occurrence
after shipment
0a . 0a . 0a . 0a . 06
Before
last
2nd.
occurrence
after shipment
Press VOL+ to see the

last SOS detected
Press VOL- to see the first
SOS detected
This can help in determining if the symptom shown by the

TV when it first failed (Most likely during operation), has
changed to another blinking code when checked by the
service technician.
Slide 7
Charging the 3D Glasses

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Turn off the TV.

Set the 3D Eyewear power switch to OFF.
Connect the 3D glasses to the TV as shown in the diagram below.
Turn on the TV.
The indicator LED on the glasses lights red, and charging starts.
When the LED turns off, charging is complete. (Approximately 2 hours
required)
Turn off the TV and remove the charging cable.
Note: Turn on the TV when charging the 3D glasses. The battery will not be charged when the television power is off.
Slide 8
Connection (Mini Adapters)
Slide 9
TC-P55VT30
Boards Layout
Slide 10
Connections (Mini Adapters Part Number)

Part # K1TYYYY00158
Part # K7CXGYC00002
Part # K2KYYYY00136
Part # K1HY20YY0007
Part # K2KYYYY00137
Part # K1HY03YY0013
Part # K2KYYYY00138
Antenna adapter K1TYYYY00158

VIDEO adapter K2KYYYY00136
Component adapter K2KYYYY00137
Audio adapter K2KYYYY00138
Optical adapter K7CXGYC00002
PC adapter K1HY20YY0007
RS232C adapter K1HY03YY0013
Note: Mini adapter manufactured for other companies may not be comparable with Panasonic TVs
Slide 11
Service port (M3 mini Jack) Specifications

The Service port (M3 mini Jack) on the following TVs can use as the RS232C terminal which is a
standard computer SERIAL interface.
Note: This operation system should be used by the certified professional dealer.
PC Control of the TV
The TV can be controlled by a personal computer when connected through an RS232C/ M3 mini jack
conversion cable (not supplied).
The computer will require software which allows sending and receiving of control data through its
SERIAL port.
Slide 12
2011 PDP Extension Cable list (GT30 series)

Model : TC-P50 / 55 / 60 / 65 GT30
Slide 13
2011 PDP Extension Cable for A board (GT30 series)
Slide 14
2011 PDP Extension Cable for P board (GT30 series)
Slide 15
2011 PDP Extension Cable list (VT30 series / FHD)
Slide 16
SOS Detect Circuit
Slide 17
SOS Detect Circuit Schematic (TC-P50G30)

1
Vsus
Vsus pulse
SC2
ENERGY
RECOVERY
SC41
VF_G
SC20
15V
Vscn/ (6X) SOS

Vda/ DETECT
15V_F
/5V_F
SD11
P15V
29
30
35
21
15
20
SOS6
16
SOS7
SOS7
18
UHZ
SC50
A6
A SOS4
13
10,11
13
10,11
3.3V
Vsus Vsus pulse

1
7
7
5V
P3V/SUB3.3V
D16253
15V
(8X) SOS
DETECT
P5V/SUB5V
SS61
SOS10(3)
SOS10(5)
PANEL_
ENERGY
RECOVERY
12 SOS(6-9) AH16
SD42
SD
P6
SS11
P11
F15V
P15V
Vsus
P5V
SOS6
15V_F/5V_F
SU/SD conn.
DETECT
A20
6
7
Vscan
DETECT
SC42
Vda
P2
D16583
SU11
SS
TUNER SUB ON
SU41
SC
PANEL MAIN ON
SU
18
VF_G
UHZ
1
2
SS66
PEAKS-LDA3
IC5000
10
SOS8
IC9300
18 UHZ
17
P5V
FAN_
SOS
Discharge
Control
ANALOGASIC
SOS8
TC-P50GT30
IC8000
11
SOS9
1,2
SS33
C_3.3V
_DET
19
20
A31
P5V
P3.3V
53
20
A32
A8
A40
P3.3V
C10 C20
54,55
C1
40
39
38
C2
C21
55
C26
C36
28
25
26
56
C31
P3.3V
C3
Slide 18
SOS Detect Circuit Schematic (TC-P55VT30)

1
Vsus
Vsus pulse
SC2
ENERGY
RECOVERY
SC41
VF_G
SC20
SD11
15V
Vscn/ (6X) SOS

Vda/ DETECT
15V_F
/5V_F
P15V
29
30
35
21
15
20
SOS6
16
SOS7
SOS7
18
UHZ
SC50
A6
A SOS4
13
10,11
13
10,11
3.3V
Vsus Vsus pulse

1
7
7
5V
P3V/SUB3.3V
D16253
15V
(8X) SOS
DETECT
P5V/SUB5V
SS61
SOS10(3)
SOS10(5)
PANEL_
ENERGY
RECOVERY
12 SOS(6-9) AH16
SD42
SD
P6
SS11
P11
F15V
P15V
Vsus
P5V
SOS6
15V_F/5V_F
SU/SD conn.
DETECT
A20
6
7
Vscan
DETECT
SC42
Vda
P2
D16583
SU11
SS
TUNER SUB ON
SU41
SC
PANEL MAIN ON
SU
18
VF_G
UHZ
IC5000
IC9300
18 UHZ
17
10
1
2
Discharge
Control
SOS9
SOS9
FAN_
SOS11
A31
SOS8
P5V
1,2
C_3.3V IC9500
_DET
Discharge
Control
19
20
1
P3.3V
53
SS66
PEAKS-LDA3
ANALOGASIC
SOS8
TC-P55VT30
IC8000
11
A32
P5V
20
SS33
SOS8
A40
A8
P3.3V
C10 C20
54,55
C1
40
39
38
C2
C21
55
C26
C36
28
25
26
56
C31
P3.3V
C3
Slide 19
Voltage Distribution
Slide 20
Power Supply Voltage Distribution (TC-P50GT30)
A6
+15V
13
3rd
+15V_S 15
IC5607
Reg
Reg
P15V _fan
_fan
SOUND15V
/SOUND15VR
P15V(to A20)
A8
1 To Fan
4
7
10
TV_SUB_ON
1.1V
1.1V
STB5V
SUB3.3V / P3.3V
3rd
2nd
RESET
RESET
3.3/1.8V
3.3/1.8V
9V
9V
PA5601
use)
Add to ST30
IC8902
EEPROM
EEPROM
SUB3.3V / P3.3V
IC8900
Flash
Flash ROM
ROM
IC3900
Peaks
Peaks LDA3
LDA3
STB1.2V
iPod
iPod
Authentication
Authentication
VDDSD18V33V
JK8650
P15V
IC8601
Ethernet
Ethernet
4 SD card
A20
SUB9V
1.5V
1.5V
IC8701
5V
5V
PA5900
use) IC5900
5V
5V
PA5440
use) IC5350
5V
5V
IC8201
DDR3
DDR3
HDMI3.3V/HDMI_SW3.3V
IC4700
HDMI
HDMI SW
SW
SUB5V / P5V
IC5901
IR
IR for
for 3D
3D
LEDDRV5V
USB5V
29
A40
20
A32
SUB5V / P5V
IC9400/01/02
Buffer
Buffer
55
A1
IC8532
USB_SW
USB_SW
SUB_AI_3.3V
JK8533
IC8531
USB_SW
USB_SW
To SS
19
IC5251
3.3V
3.3V
To SC
IC3001
VV // A
A
SW
SW
SUB9V
3.3V
3.3V
A31
53
SUB1.2V
SUB1.5V
30
IC8200
DDR3
DDR3
IC8706
F15V / DCDCIN
TC-P55GT30
IC3753
Temp
Temp Sense
Sense
STB_RST
11
2nd
EEPROM
EEPROM
IC8000
1.2V
1.2V
10
SUB1.8V
STB3.3V
IC8100
F+15V
Picture signal
IC9304
TU4801
TUNER
TUNER
IC5606
SW
SW Reset
Reset
1.2V
1.2V
SUB5V
IC8702
1.8V
1.8V
IC8901
EEPROM
EEPROM
3.3V
3.3V
1st
IC9300 LP1
LP1
Discharge
Discharge control
control
Sub-field
Sub-field Conv.
Conv.
P2.5V
3.3V
3.3V
IC5000
IC9820
2.5V
2.5V
7
STB5V
P1.1V
F15V / DCDCIN
IC4900
AMP
AMP
PANEL_MAIN_ON
1
IC9860
1 USB
JK8532
1 USB
STB3.3V
LED
3 Remote
IC9501
Buffer
Buffer
JK8531
IC8607
USB_SW
USB_SW
1 USB
Slide 21
TC-P55VT30
IC9860
< Power Supply Distribution
>
(TNPH0913**)
P1.1V_S
Power
Voltage
Distribution
(TC-P55VT30)
1.1V
P15V(to A20) Supply
1.1V
A6
+15V
3rd
IC5607
13
Reg
Reg
P15V _fan
_fan
+15V_S 15
SOUND15V
/SOUND15VR
A8
1 To Fan
4
7
10
1.1V
1.1V
3.3V
3.3V
2nd
IC5000
1st
SUB5V
1.2V
1.2V
STB1.2V
9V
9V
VDDSD18V33V
PA5601
use)
1.5V
1.5V
Add to ST30
IC8900
Flash
Flash ROM
ROM
Peaks
Peaks LDA3
LDA3
IC8701
5V
5V
PA5440
use) IC5350
5V
5V
P15V
IC3900
JK8650
iPod
iPod
A20
Authentication
Authentication
IC8200
DDR3
DDR3
30
IC8601
Ethernet
Ethernet
1
2
SUB1.2V
53
IC8201
DDR3
DDR3
SUB1.5V
IC3001
VV // A
A
SW
SW
SUB9V
IC8706
F15V / DCDCIN
PA5900
use) IC5900
5V
5V
Add to GT30
IC8902
EEPROM
EEPROM
SUB9V
11
2nd
IC3753
Temp
Temp Sense
Sense
4 SD card
1.2V
1.2V
10
SUB3.3V / P3.3V
STB_RST
IC8100
F+15V
EEPROM
EEPROM
IC8000
STB3.3V
3.3/1.8V
3.3/1.8V
SUB1.8V
Picture
signal
IC9304
3.3V
3.3V
RESET
RESET
TU4801
TUNER
TUNER
IC5606
SW
SW Reset
Reset
STB5V
IC8702
1.8V
1.8V
IC8901
EEPROM
EEPROM
3rd
IC9500 LP1
LP1
Discharge
Discharge control
control
Sub-field
Sub-field Conv.
Conv.
SUB3.3V / P3.3V
IC3002
232C
232C Driver
Driver
TV_SUB_ON
P2.5V
2.5V
2.5V
F15V / DCDCIN
IC4900
AMP
AMP
PANEL_MAIN_ON
STB5V
IC9820
IC9830
IC4901
AMP
AMP
1
P1.1V_M
IC9300 LP1
LP1
Discharge
Discharge control
control
Sub-field
Sub-field Conv.
Conv.
3.3V
3.3V
HDMI3.3V/HDMI_SW3.3V
IC4700
HDMI
HDMI SW
SW
SUB5V / P5V
IC5901
IR
IR for
for 3D
3D
LEDDRV5V
USB5V
A31
IC8532
USB_SW
USB_SW
1
A40
19
A32
SUB5V / P5V
55
IC9400/01/02
Buffer
Buffer
A1
1
SUB_AI_3.3V
JK8533
IC8531
USB_SW
USB_SW
To SC
20 To SS
IC5251
3.3V
3.3V
29
1 USB
JK8532
1 USB
STB3.3V
LED
3 Remote
IC9501
Buffer
Buffer
JK8531
IC8607
USB_SW
USB_SW
1 USB
Slide 22
Signal Processing
Slide 23
GT30 Models Video Signal Flow

Serial data
LVDS
USB1/2/3
Antenna
terminal
TU4801
TU4801
TUNER
TUNER
IC3001
IC3001
IC8000
IC8000
(Peaks
(Peaks LDA3
LDA3
/sLD2)
/sLD2)
AV1
Monitor out
PC
terminal
Video
Video
Switch
Switch
Resize
Resize
IP
IP conv.
conv.
Compo
nent1,2
IC9300
IC9300
Sub-field
Sub-field
Conv.
Conv.
Discharge
Discharge
control
control
Test-pattern
Test-pattern
RGB data timing
OSD
HDMI1/2
HDMI3/4
IC4700
IC4700
HDMI_SW
HDMI_SW
Scan control
IC5901
IC5901
IR
IR for
for 3D
3D
eyewear
eyewear
LAN
SD card
Sustain control
Analog
Slide 24
VT30 Models Video Signal Flow

LVDS
Serial data
USB1/2/3
Antenna
terminal
TU4801
TU4801
TUNER
TUNER
IC3001
IC3001
IC8000
IC8000
(Peaks
(Peaks LDA3
LDA3
/sLD2)
/sLD2)
AV1
Monitor out
PC
terminal
Video
Video
Switch
Switch
Resize
Resize
IP
IP conv.
conv.
Compo
nent1,2
OSD
IC9500
IC9500
Sub-field
Sub-field Conv.
Conv.
Discharge
Discharge
control
control
Test-pattern
Test-pattern
IC9300
IC9300
Sub-field
Sub-field Conv.
Conv.
Discharge
Discharge
control
control
Test-pattern
Test-pattern
RGB data timing
RGB data timing
HDMI1/2
HDMI3/4
IC4700
IC4700
HDMI_SW
HDMI_SW
Scan control
IC5901
IC5901
IR
IR for
for 3D
3D
eyewear
eyewear
LAN
SD card
Analog
Sustain control
Slide 25
Signal Processing Circuit (GT Series)
Slide 26
Signal Processing Circuit (VT Series)
Slide 27
TC-P55VT30
Boards Layout
Slide 28
PCB Part List
Slide 29
SOS Detect Circuit (Shutdown)

When an abnormality occurs in the unit, the SOS Detect circuit is triggered and the TV shuts
down. The power LED on the front panel will flash a pattern indicating the circuit that has failed.
Slide 30
Cautions
If the power LED continues to blink even after the TV is unplugged, press and hold the power switch
on the TV for a few seconds until the LED turns off.
Some steps require removal of connectors and sometimes PC boards removal. Do not allow the TV to
run for more than 30 seconds while connectors or boards are disconnected.
NOTE: When taking voltage reading, place your meters probe on the test point or pin indicated before
connecting the TV to the AC line. The voltage you intent to measure may only appear for a brief
moment.
Warning: The Vsus line has large capacitors that hold the charge for some time even after the TV has been turned off
and unplugged. When disconnecting P2/SC2 or P11/SS1, bleed the remaining charge of the Vsus before reconnecting
the cable.
Use a 500 ohms/ 5W (At least) resistor to discharge the Vsus line before reconnecting P2/SC2 or P11/SS11.
Slide 31

POWER LED
ERROR
CODE
CIRCUIT MONITORED
NO BLINLK
SOLID RED
LSI Error
1 BLINLK
Panel Information SOS

PD5 Start-up SOS
4 BLINKS
Power Supply output

voltages
6 BLINKS
SC Energy Recovery Circuit
7 BLINKS
Scan Drive Circuit and

Connection between the SC
board and the SM(SU/SD)
board.
8 BLINKS
Sustain Drive Circuit and

Connection between the SS
board and the Panel.
CONDITIONS TRIGGERING
THE SHUTDOWN
Shorted Vsus
Shorted Vda
Shorted P15V
Communication problem between the System CPU
(IC8001) and the Panel CPU (IC9003)
Regulation issues with any of the voltages output from the
power supply.
Wrong diagnostic by the A board
An increase or reduction of the Energy Recovery Circuit
output (MID).
Open connection of the P15V line between the P and A
board.
Open connection between any of the ribbon cables on the
C boards and the A board.
Open connection between the ribbon cable/cables
interconnecting the C boards.
Wrong diagnostic by the A board.
Missing Vsus.
Abnormality of the scan circuit output, the 15V_F, the
scn_pro, and Vscn circuit.
Loose or open Connection between the SC board and the
SM(SU/SD) board (SC41, SC42, SC46).
Open or loose connection between connectors SC2/P2
Defective Panel
Abnormality of the Sustain drive circuit.
Open or loose connection between the SS board and FPCs
from the panel (SS61, SS64, SS21, SS24, and SS58).
Open or loose connection between connectors C10/C20
Open or loose connection between A20 and SC20.
LIST OF BOARDS POSSIBLY CASUSING THE FAILURE

MOST
COMMON
2ND
OCCASIONALLY
RARELY
SC - SS
Panel
SC
SC
SUSD/SS
Panel
SS
Panel
C2
Note: When connector SC20/A20 is disconnected on the 2011 models, the TV shuts down with 8 blinks. When
this is done on the 2009 and 2010 models, the TV shuts down with 6 blinks.
Slide 32

POWER LED
ERROR
CODE
CIRCUIT MONITORED
9 BLINKS
DCC Discharge Control

Circuit
10 BLINKS
SUB5V SUB3.3 F15V

Tuner Power Down
12 BLINKS
AUDIO AMP
13 BLINKS
Communication error
between Stby section and
Main processor within the
Peaks SLD/LDA IC
14 BLINKS
This code is triggered if there

are abnormalities during data
exchange with the standby
CPU ROM.
CONDITIONS TRIGGERING
THE SHUTDOWN
Failure of PD4 IC9300 (Discharge control)
Abnormalities of the F+15V and derivate Sub-voltages.
Reasons:
The P board is not generating the F+15V
SUB Voltages are affected by the K board or by
metal object present in the SD card slot..
Abnormalities of the Audio AMP
Pinched speaker wire.
Abnormal operation of the Peaks SLD/LDA IC
No F15V connected to the A board at plug-in (Open
connection of both pins 10 & 11 between P6 and A6)
Shorted F15V developed after the TV is up and
running.
Holding the power switch for over 5 seconds after the
unit has gone into shut down and its in lock mode with
the power LED solid red (Note: the LED stays on if the
power button is momentarily pressed).
LIST OF BOARDS POSSIBLY CASUSING THE FAILURE

MOST
COMMON
2ND
OCASSIONALLY
RAREALLY
A- P
Slide 33
TC-P55VT30
Boards Layout
Slide 34
SOS Blinking Codes/Troubleshooting Flowchart
Slide 35
Troubleshooting Solid Red LED

Shutdown Failure
Slide 36
Behavior Comparison Between 2009/2010 and 2011

Models When Shorted Vsus, Vda, or P15V
NOTE: Unlike the 2011 lower-end models, the result of a shorted Vsus, Vda, or P15 is not a Solid-Red-LED for GT and VT
modes. This condition will only occur when the F15V is missing while the TV is on.
Behavior Comparison Between 2009/2010 and 2011 Models When Shorted Vsus, Vda, or P15V
Year
2009/2010
Series
All Models
2011
X S ST
GT - VT
Locked Solid Red

LED
7 Blinks
Vsus
Shorted
Vda
P15
4 -7 -10 Blinks
Locked Solid Red
LED
(14 Blinks, If TV is Turned On
After the 2nd Relay Click)
Dead (LED is Off)
Slide 37
Solid Red LED Error Code (Locked Mode)
New
NOTE: Unlike the 2011 lower-end models, the result of a shorted Vsus, Vda, or P15 is not a Solid-Red-LED for GT and VT
modes.
These conditions can cause the TV to shutdown while the power LED stays on (Solid
red)
1.
Missing F15V while the TV is on
2.
Open connection between pins 10 and 11 of connectors P6 and A6.
Cautions: Disconnect the AC Power prior to making any disconnection or connection.

If the power LED continues to blink even after the TV is unplugged, press and hold the power switch on the TV for a few
seconds until the LED turns off.
When taking voltage reading, place the voltmeter probe at the test point, component, or connectors pin indicated before
connecting the TV to the AC line. This will ensure voltage reading accuracy before the TV shuts down. (Since the TV is
shutting down, expect the voltage to only come up a couple of seconds.)
NOTE: When taking voltage reading, place your meters probe on the test point or pin indicated before connecting the TV
to the AC line. The voltage you intent to measure may only appear for a brief moment.
Slide 38
New
Troubleshooting Solid Red LED Failure (Locked Mode)
To confirm that the TV is on Locked Mode, 1st, press the power switch to turn on the TV, then when the LED turns on, press the power switch to turn
the TV off. If the LED stays on, the TV is on Locked Mode but if the LED goes off, then the symptom is different (Like no video or black screen).
Blink
Code
List of boards likely to cause this symptom.

Main Suspect
2nd
3rd
Solid Red
SC - SS
4th
5th
6th
7th
Start Here
Check connections between connector P6 on the P board and A6 on the A board. If the problem persists, unplug the TV and disconnect SC20, SS33,
and C10/C20. Reconnect the TV and turn the power on. Then, after the power LED turns on, press the power switch again to turn the TV off.
No
Power LED stays on
Unplug the TV and reconnect it.

Turn the power on and measure the
voltage on pin 10 of connector P6.
Yes
No
Did the
TV turn
off?
Yes
Note 1: Remove
connector P35 from
the P board before
reconnecting C10/C20.
Then reinstall P35
after C10/C20 is
reconnected.
Is there 15V
present?
Replace the P
board
Unplug the TV and reconnect

SC20 and C10/C20 only (See
Note1 before reconnecting
C10/C20). Turn the power on.
Then, after the power LED turns
on, press the power switch again
to turn the TV off.
No
Replace the A
board.
Replace the SC
board
Did the TV
turn off?
Yes
Replace the SS
board
Slide 39
Troubleshooting 1 Blink Failure

(PD4 Startup SOS/Panel Information SOS)
Start Here
If the TV shuts down and the power

LED blinks 1 time, replace the A
Slide 40
Slide 41
4 Blinks Error Code (Abnormality of Power Supply Output )

These conditions can cause the TV to shutdown and the power LED to blink 4 times
1.
2.
Regulation issues with any of the voltages from the power supply.
If P15V goes over a preset level.
If F15V goes over a preset level.
If Vsus goes over a preset level..
If Vda goes above a preset level.
The power supply outputs STB5V,

F+15V, Vsus, Vda, and P15V. These
voltages are necessary to drive the
different circuits in the TV.
In order to provide protection for the TV,
these voltages are monitored. An
increase on any of these voltages is
detected and I651 outputs a shutdown
voltage (SOS4_PS) to the System CPU
to disable the Unit.
P
Vda
Peaks
LDA3
I651
P6
A6
Error
Det.
P_SOS4
AJ16
4 blinks
Standby
uCOM
P15V
A 4 blinks condition is normally caused

by the P board or the A board.
IC8000-2
Vsus
F15V
System
uCOM
Slide 42

Blink
Code

Main Suspect
2nd
4 Blinks
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th

If the power LED continues to blink even after the TV is unplugged, press and hold the power switch on
the TV for a few seconds until the LED turns off.
When taking voltage reading, place the voltmeter probe at the test point, component, or connectors pin
indicated before connecting the TV to the AC line. This will ensure voltage reading accuracy before the
TV shuts down. (Since the TV is shutting down, expect the voltage to only come up a couple of seconds.)
Start Here
Place the positive lead of a voltmeter at pin 4 of connector P6 while the black lead is connected to
ground (Chassis ground). Plug in the TV and turn it on
No
Replace the A
board
Does the voltage go up

briefly to approx. 3.3V?
Yes
Replace the P
board
Slide 43
Slide 44
6 Blinks Error Code Circuit Explanation

6 Blinks SOS
Energy Recovery/Vscan
The energy recovery circuit and Vscan are monitored in the SC board. Failure of any
these 2 circuits triggers the SOS6 line causing the unit to shut down and the power LED
to blink 6 times.
Under normal operation, the output voltage (MID) of the Energy Recovery circuit ranges
between 68V and 138V. If the voltage drops below 67V or increases above 139V, the
error detect circuit (IC16581) is triggered. This causes a high to be output to pin 15 of
connector SC20.
Pin 15 of SC20 (SOS6-SC1) also goes high, if the Vscan generating circuit fails.
The voltage from SC20 is connected to the Peaks LDA3 (IC8000) on the A board via
the DC level shifter section of the ASIC (Application Specific) IC (IC5000)
If this voltage goes high, the TV shuts down and the power LED blinks 6 times.
This condition is normally caused by a defective SC, A, or P board. (SC>A>P).
6 blinks can also be caused by open connection between the C boards and open
connection between any of the C board and the A board.
Slide 45
6 Blinks Error Code (SC Energy Recovery Circuit Abnormality)

These 2 conditions can cause the TV to shutdown and the power LED to blink 6 times
1.
An increase or reduction of the Energy Recovery Circuit output (MID).
2.
New
Note: Disconnecting SC20/A20 on the 2011 models causes the TV to shut down with 8 blinks instead
of 6 blinks like it was the case of the 2009 and 2010 models.
Slide 46

Blink
Code

Main Suspect
2nd
3rd
6 Blinks
SC
4th
5th
6th
7th

Start Here
Check connections between the A board and the C and SC boards. Make sure that all connectors are properly seated. Unplug the TV and remove
connectors SC20 from the SC board. Connect the TV and turn it on.
Unplug the TV and get

ready to measure the
voltage at pin 13 of
connector P6. Plug in the
TV and turn it on.
Replace the P
board
No
Still 6 Blinks
No
Did the number

of blinks
changed?
Is there
15V
present?
Yes
8 Blinks
Yes
Replace the SC
board
Replace the A
board
Slide 47

Preparation:
Disconnect AC Power prior to making any disconnection or connection.
Wait at least 2 minutes before the removal of any connector.
Remove the front cabinet and expose the panel to a bright light for a thorough visual inspection.
Check for cracks and blown pixels or any other abnormalities.
Check for burnt panel driver ICs on the SU and SD boards.
If the panel is defective, the SU, SD, and/or the SC board may also be defective.
Warning: The Vsus line has large capacitors that hold the charge for some time even after the TV has been turned off and
unplugged. When disconnecting P2/SC2 or P11/SS1, bleed the remaining charge of the Vsus before reconnecting the
cable.
Slide 48

These 6 conditions can cause the TV to shut down and the power LED to blink 7 times
1. Missing or shorted Vsus.
2.
Shorted Vda
3.
Abnormality of the scan circuit output, the 15V_F, the scn_pro, and Vscn circuit.
4.
Defective Panel.
5.
Loose or open Connection between the SC board and the SU/SD boards.
6.

Blink
Code
7 Blinks

Main Suspect
2nd
3rd
4th
5th
6th
SC
SU - SD
SS
Panel
7th
The SOS7 circuit monitors the panel, the scan circuit output, the 15V_F, the scan_pro, Vscan, and the
physical connection between the SC board and the SU and SD boards (CHA).
If any abnormality occurs on any of these lines or Vsus is missing, the TV shuts down and the power LED
blinks 7 times. If any of the connectors between the SC and the SU or SD board is open, the TV also shuts
down and the power LED blinks 7 times.
Slide 49
Quick Procedure To Check For Short or Low Resistance Condition of

the Vsus, Vda, and P15V Lines
Note: Vsus is generated by the Power supply and is only used by the SS and SC boards
Vda is generated by the Power supply and is only used by the Panel (Panel Drive ICs)
P15V is generated by the Power supply and is used by the A, SS, and SC boards
Test points for the Vsus, Vda, and P15V can be easily found on the P board. To check for short circuit or
low resistance on these lines, follow this procedure:
Preparation
1.
Make sure the TV is disconnected.
2.
Remove any residual charge from the Vsus and Vda lines by momentarily grounding them through a
500 ohms resistor (At least 5Watts).
3.
Measure the resistance between chassis ground and the pins indicated on the table below. A dead
short or a reading lower than 1K indicates a shorted or partially shorted line.
Voltage Test Points

Connector
Pin Number
Voltage
P11
Vsus
P11
P15V
P35
Vda
Slide 50
Troubleshooting 7 Blinks Failures (GT and VT Series)

Note: Perform firmware upgrade after replacing the SC board or the SS board
Start Here
Follow the procedure on the previous slide to check the Vsus, and Vda for short circuit or low resistance reading.
Unplug the TV and

disconnect SC20 on
the SC board. Turn
the power on
No
Is there a short
circuit of the
Vsus or Vda,?
Yes
Shorted
Vsus
How many
times is the
power LED
blinking?
7 Blinks
Shorted
Vda
Replace
The A board
Unplug connectors P2 and P11, on the P board. Measure the

resistance between pin 1 of connector P2 and ground (Chassis)
8 Blinks
Measure the resistance between pin1
of connector SC2 on the SC board
and ground (Chassis).
Replace the
SS
Continue on
next slide (A)
Replace the
SC board
No
Is there a
short
circuit?
Yes
No
Is there a
short
circuit?
Yes
Measure the resistance between

pin1 of connector SS11 on the
SS board and ground (Chassis).
No
Is there a
short
circuit?
Yes
Replace the
SS and the
SC boards
Replace the P
board
Continue on
next slide (B)
Slide 51
From the
previous
slide (A)
Detailed Troubleshooting
Procedure for Shorted Vda
From the
previous
slide (B)
Unplug the TV and remove connector P35. Check the resistance between pin 1 of connector P35 on the P board and
ground (Chassis).
8 Blinks
Reconnect P35 and unplug the ribbon
cable between the C2 and C3 boards.
Measure the resistance between pin 1
of connector P35 on the P board and
ground (Chassis)
Unplug the
TV and
reconnect
SC20.
Perform the
VSCNF/5V_F
resistance
test as
indicated on
the next slide
Note: For Slim

models (GT &
VT30), go to
the slide after
the next.
Reconnect the ribbon cable between the

C2 and C3 boards and unplug the ribbon
cable between the C1 and C2 boards.
Measure the resistance between pin 1 of
connector P35 on the P board and ground
(Chassis)
The problem could be the C2

board or the panel. Proceed to
isolate the panel from the C2
board to determine which is bad.
No
Is there a
short
circuit ?
No
Is there a
short
circuit?
Yes
Is there a
short
circuit?
Yes
Yes
No
Replace the P
board


Continue on
next slide (A)
Slide 52
VFO/VSCN_F and VF_5V Resistance Test (46, 50, and 55 FHD (S30 and ST30))
This test can be used to quickly determine if either
the SU, SD, or/and the SC board are bad. Note:
even though a short circuit is a clear indication of
a defective board, a no-short-circuit condition
does not necessarily means that the boards are
good. Follow the isolation procedure to determine
if these boards are good or bad.
Preparation:
Unplug the TV prior to making any disconnection
or connection.
Wait at least 2 minutes before removal of any
connector.
Note: If the power LED continues to blink even
after the TV has been unplugged, press and hold
the power switch on the TV for a few seconds until
the LED turns off.
Resistance Test
Procedure to determine if there is a short
circuit or low resistance reading of the Vfo
(TPSC1) or the VF_5V (R515).
Using VFG (Floating ground screws) as ground,
measure the resistance of:
1.
Resistor R515 (TPSC1/VFO)
2.
Pin 3 of IC724 (VF-5V)

Continue on the page after the next
Slide 53
VFO/VSCN_F and VF_5V Resistance Test (50~65 Slim Models (GT30 and VT30))
This test can be used to quickly determine if either
the SU, SD, or/and the SC board are bad. Note:
even though a short circuit is a clear indication of
a defective board, a no-short-circuit condition
does not necessarily means that the boards are
good. Follow the isolation procedure to determine
if these boards are good or bad.
Preparation:
Unplug the TV prior to making any disconnection
or connection.
Wait at least 2 minutes before removal of any
connector.
Note: If the power LED continues to blink even
after the TV has been unplugged, press and hold
the power switch on the TV for a few seconds until
the LED turns off.
Resistance Test
Procedure to determine if there is a short
circuit or low resistance reading of the Vfo
(TPSC1) or the VF_5V (Junction of R696~R699).
Using VFG (Floating ground screws) as ground,
measure the resistance of:
1.
Junction of R696~R699) (TPSC1/VSCN-1)
2.
Pin 3 of IC724 (VF-5V)

Continue on the page
Slide 54
From previous page

Note: If either the SU or SD board is
shorted, all 3 board must replaced together
(SU, SD, and SC). Is highly likely that the
SC board may be also bad even though it
does not show a short circuit.
Yes
No
Is there a
short circuit?
Unplug the TV and disconnect connector SU41/SC41 (See the previous slide for location). Follow
the VFO/VSCN_F and VF_5V Resistance Test procedure explained on the previous slide.
Replace the SC,

SU, and SD
boards
No
Is there still a
short circuit?
Yes
With SC41/SU41
disconnected,
disconnect SC42/SD42
and follow the
resistance test on the
previous slide.
Even though this procedure only

indicates that the SU board is bad, all
3 boards (SU,SD, & SC) should be
replaced at the same time
No
Replace the SC,

SU, and SD
boards
Is there a
short
circuit?
Yes
Replace the SC
board
Even though this procedure only
indicates that the SD board is bad, all
3 boards (SU,SD, & SC) should be
replaced at the same time
Replace the SC
board
No
Does the TV
turn on and
stay on ?
(Black screen)
Yes
Disconnect connectors SC41/SU41,

SC42/SD42, and SC46/SD46 and
remove the VFG screws from the SU
and SD boards. Then install the SC
board Jig (P/N or jumper across pins 1
and 2 of connector SC50 (See the next
slide for location)
Plug in the TV and press the power
switch.
Replace the
both the SU
and SD boards
Slide 55
SU-SD boards Isolation Procedure

Preparation:
Disconnect AC Power prior to making any disconnection or connection.
Warning:
When performing this procedure, isolate the SU and SD boards
together at the same time. Do not attempt to isolate the SU or the
SD boards individually. This could cause further damages to the TV
Procedure:
1. Remove the 4 VFG screws from the SU and SD
boards. (See picture on the left side.)
2.
Remove SC41, SC42, and SC46 from the SC

board. Also remove the ribbon cable between
the SU and SD boards (SU11/SD11).
3.
Install the SC50 Jig or just jump pins 1 and 2 of

connector SC50 on the SC board.
Actual SC50 Jig
Note: Remove the jig or the jumper after

completing the isolation procedure.
4.
Plug-in the TV and turn it on.

Slide 56
Slide 57
8 Blinks Error Code

1. Abnormality of the Sustain drive circuit.
2.
Open or loose connection between the SS board and FPCs from the panel.
3.
When SS53, SS54 or SS56 are disconnected.
4.
When SC20 is disconnected.
5.
The SOS Detect circuit in the Sustain board monitors:

Physical connection between the panel and the SS board.
The output of the sustain drive circuit.
Under normal condition, Q16280 is on. When Q16280 is on, a low is provided to the anode of D16255.
If any abnormality occurs on the sustain drive circuit or one of the FPC cables (SS53, SS54 or SS56)
opens, Q16255 turns off and a high is provided to the anode of D16255 (D255).
This high is provided to pin 10 of IC5000 on the A board. When this happens, the TV shuts down and the
power LED blinks 8 times.
To determine if the 8 blinks is caused by the A board, SS board, or the Panel:
Isolate the SS board and check if the TV stays on when its turned on.
If the TV does not stay on after disconnecting the SS board, the A board is defective.
If the TV stays on, then the SS or the Panel is defective.
Check continuity between pins 1 and 2 of connectors SS53, SS54 and SS56. If open, the panel might
be defective. (Check for loose connection between the flex-cables and the SS board).
If continuity is OK, the SS board is defective.
Slide 58

Blink
Code
8 Blinks

Main Suspect
2nd
3rd
SS
Panel
4th
5th
6th
7th

Warning: The Vsus line has large capacitors that hold the charge for some time even after the TV has been turned off and
unplugged. When disconnecting P2/SC2 or P11/SS1, bleed the remaining charge of the Vsus before reconnecting the
cable.
Slide 59

Vsus
Vda Vsus P15V
1
13
A6
13
IC5000
ASIC
A40
1
SS11
VsusVsus pulse
ENERGY
RECOVERY
P15V
15V
5V
IC16251
(8X) SOS
DETECT
D16255
IC8000
Peaks-LDA3
SOS8
SOS8
P11
SS53
F-STB- ON
P6
PANEL MAIN ON
SS
10
12
D16255
AH16
IC16241
20
P5V
1 20
SS33
SOS8
P5V
P5V
SS54
SS2
SOS8
TC-P55VT30
SS56
Slide 60

Blink
Code
8

Main
Suspect
2nd
3rd
4th
SS
Panel
5th
6th
7th
Start Here
Check all the flex-cables between the SS board and the panel. Make sure they are properly seated in the connectors.
Unplug the TV and disconnect SS33 on the SS board. Plug in the TV and turn it on
Replace the A
board
Check connections between

the SS board and the panel. If
ok, then replace the panel
No
No
No
Does the TV
turn on and
stay on ?
(Black screen)
Is there
continuity ?
Is continuity
OK on both
tests?
Yes
Yes
Yes
Unplug the TV. Check for continuity between

pins 1 and 2 of connector SS53 on the SS
board . Do not plug in the TV.
Check for continuity between screws ZA102 and

ZA106, also between ZA102 and ZA105 on the
SS board . Do not plug in the TV.
Note: See previous slide for connectors location.
Replace the SS
board
Slide 61
Slide 62
9 Blinks Error Code

This condition can cause the TV to shutdown and the power LED to blink 9 time
1.
Failure of PD4 IC9300 (Discharge control)

9 blinks can be caused by failure of IC9300, IC5000, or IC8000. Since all these ICs are located on the A board, only the A
board should be replaced when a blinks condition is detected.
IC5000
ASIC
IC8000-1
Peaks
LDA3
SOS-6
SOS-7
Main System MPU

SOS-8
PANEL_SOS
12
(Analog output)
6 9 blinks
IC9300
D3
AH16
SOS_DCC (9)
(D_SOS_RSV)
Slide 63

Blink
Code
9

Main
Suspect
2nd
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th

Start Here
Replace the
A board
Slide 64
Slide 65

Blink
Code
10

Main Suspect
2nd
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
Start Here
Plug in the TV and press the power switch immediately after the first relay click from the power supply is heard.
NO
Blinking 10 times
Replace the A
board
Yes
Did the number of
blinks changed?
Blinking 14 times
Replace the P
board
Slide 66

Blink
Code
10

Main Suspect
2nd
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
Start Here
Plug in the TV and press the power switch immediately after the first relay click from the power supply is heard.
NO
Blinking 10 times
Replace the A
board
Yes
Did the number of
blinks changed?
Blinking 14 times
Replace the P
board
Slide 67
Slide 68
11 Blinks Error Detect Circuit (Fan SOS)

1.
2.
3.
If one of the fans opens or increases resistance.

If connector A8 is not seated properly.
If the A board becomes defective triggering the shutdown circuit.
Slide 69
11 Blinks Error Code Explanation

The ventilation fans are monitored to be sure they are operating properly. If one of the fans opens
or increases resistance, the resulting current change is applied to pin 61 of the main CPU
(IC8000).
The fan drive circuit is located on the A board. To control the speed of the fan, a control voltage
from the microprocessor(IC8000) is applied to IC5607.
If any of the fans is removed or becomes defective, a high is output at the corresponding pin (pin
3, 9, or 12) of the fan connector (A8) to forward bias the inline diode. The DC output of the diode
is provided to pin 61 of IC8000 to trigger the SOS condition.
Slide 70
70
Slide

NOTE A: Use a piece of wire, the size of a watt resistors leads as a jumper.
Fan Caution:
When a fans is disconnected, place a jumper
between pins 2 and 3 (Black and Yellow wires)
of the socket/connector that the fan was
removed from.
JUMPER WIRE
PLUG
FAN CONNECTOR
Start Here
Unplug the TV and disconnect the fans, one at a time. (See Fan Caution). Plug in the TV and turn it on.
No
Replace
The A board
Does the power

LED stay on when
the TV is turned
on?
Yes
Replace
the Fan.
Normally, If no jumper wire is used on the fans connector when a fan is disconnected, the TV shuts down in
approximately 3 minutes.
71
Slide 71
71
Slide

1.
2.
3.
A Board.
Pinched speaker wire.
Speakers
The transistor Q4930 monitors the

speaker amplifier ICs (IC4900
IC4901). Pin 3 is normally high. If any of
the amplifier ICs or one of the speakers
develops a short circuit, pin 3 goes low
causing Q4930 to go into conduction
and output a high to pin AG22 of the
System CPU (IC8000) on the A board.
When this happens, the TV shuts down
and the power LED blinks 12 times.
Slide 72

Blink
Code
12

Main Suspect
2nd
Speaker
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th

Start Here
Unplug the TV and disconnect connectors A11and
A12 from the A board. Plug in the TV and press the
power switch
Yes
If the speakers wires are not pinched,

Replace the speaker or Woofer
Does the
TV power
up and
stay on?
No
Replace
the A board
Slide 73

This condition can happen when the internal communication of the Main processor and the Standby
microprocessor within the PEAKS-LDA3 IC is interrupted for more than 3 minutes.
Start Here
Replace the A board
Slide 74

These conditions can cause the TV to shutdown and the power LED to blink 14 times
1.
No F15V connected to the A board at plug-in (Open connection of both pins 10 & 11 between P6 and
A6)
2.
Holding the power switch for over 5 seconds after the unit has gone into shut down and its in lock
mode with the power LED solid red (Note: the LED stays on if the power button is momentarily
pressed).
Start Here
Unplug the TV and reseat P6/A6, then reconnect the TV. If the problem persists, disconnect the TV again and plug it back in. Get ready to
measure the voltage on pin 10 of connector P6. Press the power switch.
No
Replace
The P board
Is 15V
present ?
Yes
Replace
The A board
Slide 75
Troubleshooting No Power/Dead Unit

These 5 conditions can cause the TV to be dead with no power.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
A Board.
P Board.
SC Board
SS Board
K Board
A shorted P15V
Condition
Dead

Main Suspect
2nd
3rd
4th
SC - SS
5th
6th
7th

Slide 76
Troubleshooting No Power/Dead Unit (Power LED is Off)

Start Here
If the Power Supply squeals, replace the section (P1 or P2) of the P board causing the squealing.
Make sure connectors P34 and P6 are properly seated. Follow the procedure on slide 79 to check the P15V for short circuit or low resistance.
No
Plug in the TV. Do not turn the power on
Unplug the TV and place your

volt-meter on pin 6 of
connector P6. Plug in the TV
But do not turn the power on
Yes
Is there 5V present
when the TV is plugged into
the AC line?
NO
Is there a short
circuit of the
P15V?
Do the AC relays
click after the TV is plugged
into the AC line?
NO
NO
Replace
The P board.
(Check the AC Cord)
Is there 3.2V
present when
the power
button is
pressed?
Unplug the TV and disconnect

A1 on the A board. Plug in the
TV and ground pin 8 of
connector A1 momentarily
Yes
Replace
the A board
Unplug the TV. Place your volt-meter

on pin 1 of connector P6. Plug in the
TV and press the power switch
Shorted
P15V
Unplug the TV and disconnect A1 on the A board.

Plug in the TV but do not turn the power on
NO
Yes
Yes
Is the TV turning On
Yes
Replace
The P board
NO
Yes
Do the relays click now?
Replace
The K board (Check
Wires between A1
and S1)
Replace
the A board
Continue on
next slide (C)
Slide 77
From the
previous
slide (C)
Detailed Troubleshooting
Procedure for Shorted
P15V
Unplug connectors P6 and P11, on

the P board. Measure the
resistance between pin 15 of
connector P6 and ground (Chassis)
No
Is there a
short
circuit?
Yes
Replace the P
board
Reconnect P11 and measure the resistance between

pin 15 of connector P6 and ground (Chassis)
No
Is there a
short
circuit?
Yes
Replace the SS
board
Disconnect SC20 on the SC board and reconnect P6.

Measure the resistance between pin 15 of connector P6
and ground (Chassis)
Replace the SC
board
No
Is there a
short
circuit?
Yes
Replace the A
board
Slide 78
Quick Procedure To Check For Short or Low Resistance Condition of

the Vda Line
Vda is generated by the Power supply and is only used by the Panel (Panel Drive ICs)
Test points for the Vda can be easily found on the P board. To check for short circuit or low resistance on
this line, follow this procedure:
Preparation
1.
Make sure the TV is disconnected.
2.
Remove any residual charge from the Vda line by momentarily grounding them through a 500 ohms
resistor (At least 5Watts).
3.
Measure the resistance between chassis ground and the pins indicated on the table below. A dead
short or a reading lower than 1K indicates a shorted or partially shorted line.
Voltage Test Points

Connector
Pin Number
Voltage
P35
Vda
Slide 79
TVs Behavior After Connectors Removal

MODEL N0. TC-P55VT30 (Connectors Removal on the SC Board)
Connector
Connector
Connector on
C1 Board
Result
SC2
SOS 7 Blinks
SC20
SC2
SOS 8 Blinks
SC20
SOS 8 Blinks
SC2
C10
SOS 8 Blinks (6 Blinks ST30)
SC20
C10
SOS 8 Blinks (TV Stays On ST30)
SC2
SC20
C10
SOS 8 Blinks (TV Stays On ST30)
Connector
Connector
Connector
Result
SC20
C10
SS33
TV Stays On With Fans

Running and Black Screen.
MODEL N0. TC-P55VT30 (Connectors Removal on the SS + combination of

connectors on the SS board and SC board)
Connector
Connector
Connector on
SC Board
Connector on
SC Board
SS11
SS33
SS11
SS33
SS11
SS11
MODEL N0. TC-P55VT30 (Connectors Removal on the A Board)
Connector
Connector
Connector
A20
SOS 7 Blinks
SS33
SC2
SOS 7 Blinks
SS33
SC2
SS11
SOS 7 Blinks
SC20
SS11
SC2
SC20
SC20

SOS 8 Blinks (TV Stays ON with Black
Screen ST30)
A31
A20
SS33

A32
A20
SC2
SOS 8 Blinks
A31
A20
Result
A32
A31
A32
A31
A32
SOS 8 Blinks
SS11
Result
TV Stays On (SC LED

On)
TV Stays On (SC LED
On)
TV Stays On (SC LED
On)
SS33
SC2
SC20
SS33
SC2
SC20
SOS 8 Blinks
SOS 8 Blinks
Fans On for 8 sec, then
SOS 6 Blinks after
20sec
SOS 6 Blinks after
20sec
SOS 6 Blinks after
20sec
Slide 80

Caution: Do not allow the TV to run for more than 30 seconds when isolating the power supply.
The Power Supply can be tested without any load by removing several connectors from the P and A boards.
Remove the following connectors from the P board:
P2, P11, and P35.
Remove the following connectors from the A board :
A11, A12, A20, A31, A32, A14, and A40.
Procedure:
1.
Plug in the TV. The relays from the P board should click. (Note: if a second click is heard approximately 10~15 seconds
after the 1st click, the F15V is confirmed to be present.)
2.
Turn the power on. (Note: The power LED should turn on and the fans should be running. If this is the case, measure the
Vsus and Vda.)
Vsus can be measured on pin 1 of connector P2 or P11.
Vda can be measured on pin 1 of connector P35.
3.
If these voltages are OK, then the power supply is OK. (Note: The TV wont turn on if there is a short circuit on the
P15V.)
Note: If there is a short circuit on the Vsus or Vda lines while this test is conducted;
The SOS4_PS is not triggered. Pin 4 of connector P6 stays low. (Note: The PS SOS only monitors over-voltage conditions.
The TV will still turn on without Vsus or Vda.
The fans will continue to run.
Slide 81

Remove
P2
Remove
P11
P35
A12
Remove
A11
A40
Remove
A20 A31 A32

A14
Remove
Slide 82
End
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Cover Page

2011 Premium 3D Plasma TV

Panasonic National Training

2011 Series Line Up And Available Sizes

FULL HIGH DEFINITION (1080p)

2011 Premium 3D PDP Line up And Feature Comparison

New Technical Features

Press VOL+ to see the

This can help in determining if the symptom shown by the

Charging the 3D Glasses

Turn off the TV.

Connection (Mini Adapters)

Connections (Mini Adapters Part Number)

Antenna adapter K1TYYYY00158

Service port (M3 mini Jack) Specifications

2011 PDP Extension Cable list (GT30 series)

2011 PDP Extension Cable for A board (GT30 series)

2011 PDP Extension Cable for P board (GT30 series)

2011 PDP Extension Cable list (VT30 series / FHD)

SOS Detect Circuit

SOS Detect Circuit Schematic (TC-P50G30)

Vscn/ (6X) SOS

Vsus Vsus pulse

SOS Detect Circuit Schematic (TC-P55VT30)

Vscn/ (6X) SOS

Vsus Vsus pulse

Power Supply Voltage Distribution (TC-P50GT30)

GT30 Models Video Signal Flow

RGB data timing

VT30 Models Video Signal Flow

RGB data timing

RGB data timing

Signal Processing Circuit (GT Series)

Signal Processing Circuit (VT Series)

PCB Part List

SOS Detect Circuit (Shutdown)

Power LED Error Code Definition (1 of 2)

Panel Information SOS

Power Supply output

SC Energy Recovery Circuit

Scan Drive Circuit and

Sustain Drive Circuit and

LIST OF BOARDS POSSIBLY CASUSING THE FAILURE

Power LED Error Code Definition (2 of 2)

DCC Discharge Control

SUB5V SUB3.3 F15V

This code is triggered if there

LIST OF BOARDS POSSIBLY CASUSING THE FAILURE

SOS Blinking Codes/Troubleshooting Flowchart

Troubleshooting Solid Red LED

Behavior Comparison Between 2009/2010 and 2011

Locked Solid Red

Dead (LED is Off)

Solid Red LED Error Code (Locked Mode)

Missing F15V while the TV is on

Open connection between pins 10 and 11 of connectors P6 and A6.

Wrong diagnostic by the A board

Cautions: Disconnect the AC Power prior to making any disconnection or connection.

Troubleshooting Solid Red LED Failure (Locked Mode)

List of boards likely to cause this symptom.