Service Manual: Model Series
Service Manual: Model Series
A25B33W A32B43W7
Product Type: Consumer TV A25B33W4
A25B33W6
A32B43W74
A32B84R
Chassis: GB A25B33W64 A32B86R
A25B33W7 A36B41W
Manual Series: CM150 A25B33W74 A36B41W4
A25B33W8 A36B41W8
Manual Part #: 923-03363R1 A25B33W84 A36B41W84
Model Line: A A27B33W
A27B33W4
A36B43W
A36B43W4
Product Year: 1998 A27B33W8 LGA29B33WM
A27B33W84 LGA29B33WM4
A27B41W LGA29B33WM8
A27B41W4 LGA29B33WM84
A27B41W8 LGA34B41WM
A27B41W84 LGA34B41WM4
A27B43W
A27B43W4
A3241W
A32B41W4
A32B41W7
REVISED EDITION A32B41W74
A32B43W
A32B43W4
This manual includes the original GB including Addendums 1
and 2 (923-03363, 923-03379 and 923-03388).
CONTENTS
General Information/Remote Controls ............... 1
Installer’s Menu ............................................. 2
Servicing/Troubleshooting ............................. 3
Model/Module Parts Lists ............................... 4
Exploded View .............................................. 5
Schematics ................................................... 6
CAUTION: Do not attempt to modify this product in any way. Never perform X-RADIATION
customized installations without manufacturer’s approval. Unauthorized 1. Be sure procedures and instructions to all service personnel cover the
modifications will not only void the warranty, but may lead to property damage subject of x-radiation. The only potential source of x-rays in current TV
or user injury. receivers is the picture tube. However, this tube does not emit x-rays when
the HV is at the factory-specified level. The proper value is given in the
Service work should be performed only after you are thoroughly familiar with
applicable schematic. Operation at higher voltages may cause a failure of
these safety checks and servicing guidelines.
the picture tube or high-voltage supply and, under certain circumstances
may produce radiation in excess of desirable levels.
GRAPHIC SYMBOLS
2. Only factory-specified CRT anode connectors must be used.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended
to alert the service personnel to important safety information in 3. It is essential that the service personnel have available an accurate and
the service literature. reliable high-voltage meter.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral 4. When the high-voltage circuitry is operating properly, there is no possibility
triangle is intended to alert the service personnel to the presence of an x-radiation problem. Every time a color chassis is serviced, the
of noninsulated “dangerous voltage” that may be of sufficient brightness should be run up and down while monitoring the high voltage
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock. with a meter, to be certain that the high voltage does not exceed the
specified value and that it is regulating correctly.
The pictorial representation of a fuse and its rating within an
5. When troubleshooting and making test measurements in a product with a
equilateral triangle is intended to convey to the service personnel
problem of excessively high voltage, avoid being unnecessarily close to
the following fuse replacement caution notice:
the picture tube and the high voltage power supply. Do not operate the
CAUTION: FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST RISK OF FIRE,
product longer than necessary to locate the cause of excessive voltage.
REPLACE ALL FUSES WITH THE SAME TYPE AND RATING AS MARKED
NEAR EACH FUSE. 6. Refer to HV, B+, and shutdown adjustment procedures described in the
appropriate schematics and diagrams (where used).
SERVICE INFORMATION
While servicing, use an isolation transformer for protection from AC line shock. IMPLOSION
After the original service problem has been corrected, make a check of the 1. All direct view picture tubes are equipped with an integral implosion
following: protection system; take care to avoid damage during installation.
2. Use only the recommended factory replacement tubes.
FIRE AND SHOCK HAZARD
1. Be sure that all components are positioned to avoid a possibility of TIPS ON PROPER INSTALLATION
adjacent component shorts. This is especially important on items trans- 1. Never install any receiver in a closed-in recess, cubbyhole, or closely
ported to and from the repair shop. fitting shelf space over, or close to, a heat duct, or in the path of heated
2. Verify that all protective devices such as insulators, barriers, covers, air flow.
shields, strain reliefs, power supply cords, and other hardware have been 2. Avoid conditions of high humidity such as: outdoor patio installations
reinstalled per the original design. Be sure that the safety purpose of the where dew is a factor, near steam radiators where steam leakage is a factor,
polarized line plug has not been defeated. etc.
3. Soldering must be inspected to discover possible cold solder joints, solder 3. Avoid placement where draperies may obstruct venting. The customer
splashes, or sharp solder points. Be certain to remove all loose foreign should also avoid the use of decorative scarves or other coverings that
particles. might obstruct ventilation.
4. Check for physical evidence of damage or deterioration to parts and compo- 4. Wall- and shelf-mounted installations using a commercial mounting kit
nents, for frayed leads or damaged insulation (including the AC cord), and must follow the factory-approved mounting instructions. A product mounted
replace if necessary. to a shelf or platform must retain its original feet (or the equivalent
thickness in spacers) to provide adequate air flow across the bottom. Bolts
5. No lead or component should touch a receiving tube or a resistor rated at or screws used for fasteners must not touch any parts or wiring. Perform
1 watt or more. Lead tension around protruding metal surfaces must be leakage tests on customized installations.
avoided.
5. Caution customers against mounting a product on a sloping shelf or in a
6. After re-assembly of the set, always perform an AC leakage test on all exposed tilted position, unless the receiver is properly secured.
metallic parts of the cabinet (the channel selector knobs, antenna terminals,
6. A product on a roll-about cart should be stable in its mounting to the cart.
handle and screws) to be sure that set is safe to operate without danger of
Caution the customer on the hazards of trying to roll a cart with small
electrical shock. DO NOT USE A LINE ISOLATION TRANSFORMER DURING THIS
casters across thresholds or deep pile carpets.
TEST. Use an AC voltmeter having 5000 ohms per volt or more sensitivity in
the following manner: Connect a 1500 ohm, 10 watt resistor, paralleled by 7. Caution customers against using a cart or stand that has not been listed
a .15 mfd 150V AC type capacitor between a known good earth ground by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. for use with its specific model of
water pipe, conduit, etc.) and the exposed metallic parts, one at a time. television receiver or generically approved for use with TVs of the same or
Measure the AC voltage across the combination of 1500 ohm resistor and larger screen size.
.15 mfd capacitor. Reverse the AC plug by using a non-polarized adaptor 8. Caution customers against using extension cords. Explain that a forest of
and repeat AC voltage measurements for each exposed metallic part. Voltage extensions, sprouting from a single outlet, can lead to disastrous
measured must not exceed 0.75 volts RMS. This corresponds to 0.5 milliamp consequences to home and family.
AC. Any value exceeding this limit constitutes a potential shock hazard and
must be corrected immediately.
CM150 i GB - SAFETY
PRODUCT SAFETY SERVICING GUIDELINES FOR AUDIO-VIDEO PRODUCTS
A potential source of x-rays is the picture tube, if the If the shutdown circuit has operated, the microcon-
high-voltage (HV) is out of specification. When the HV troller will prevent the TV from being turned on again,
is operating properly, there is no x-radiation. For the GB without first having to unplug the AC cord to reset the
chassis family, the HV has no adjustments. A HV shut- microcontroller.
down circuit is used to prevent excessive HV and x-ray
TIP: Make a momentary short between the OUTPUT
emissions.
and GND of the IC6002 (RESET CIRCUIT), this will
reset the microcontroller IC6000.
THEORY OF OPERATION (SHUTDOWN CIRCUIT)
The HV shutdown circuit appears on pages 6-8 and 6- 9 Apply signal through the video generator or tune the
for the following assemblies: TV color receiver to crosshatch pattern. Connect an
accurate HV meter between the picture tube anode
GB1-25 009-02022 and chassis ground. Access Video Menu and adjust
Brightness and Contrast controls for minimum screen
GB1-27 009-01999
GB2-27 009-02002 luminance. Wait until the Video Menu or display dis-
GB3-27 009-02006 appear. Read HV meter.
The maximum HV value for each chassis is specified in
GB2-32 009-02003
GB3-32 009-02007 the following table:
GB2-36 009-02005
GB2-36 009-02008
GB Chassis HV and B+
GB3-36 009-02023 Chassis B+ [VDC] HV Nominal HV Max (0 Beam)
GB3-36 009-02024 (0Beam) [kV] [kV]
This circuit basically monitors the sweep pulse voltage GB 1, 2 & 3 32V 128.2 +2% 29.75 31
derived from the sweep transformer TX3204 pins 5 & 6. GB 1, 2, & 3 36V 138.0 +1.8% 31.75 33
This voltage is rectified and applied to a 12V zener di- GB 1, 2 & 3 36V 138.0 +1.8% 31.75 33
ode ZDX3004. When the HV reaches its maximum al- GB 2 & 3 36V 128.2 +2% 29 31.5
lowed value (see drawing) the zener diode conducts, (009-2023 &
009-2024 only)
the voltage on pin 29 of the video processor (ICX2200)
increases until it reaches the threshold voltage of 3.5
VDC, and shuts down the TV.
GB CHASSIS
SHUT DOWN CIRCUIT
Video Processor
ICX2200
P29
RIN ZDX3004
DX3005 FROM_RESISTOR_DIVIDER
C
RL2 RL1
GND
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
gb-chas TOC
gb-chas
OVERVIEW
TX3401
ICX3442
+ SW MODE
2ND TUNER
IC1250
ICX2200 + QX3208
VIDEO PROC. IC1401 HORIZ
OUT
QX3201
IC2000 IC1400
PIP TUNER AUDIO
4G9
IC804 SWEEP
IC2100
AUDIO TX3204
IC2900 VERT.
OUT
A/V SWITCH
INTRODUCTION
The GB chassis will be used in screen sizes 25", 27", 32" The 9-2005 and 9-2023 modules are used on the
and 36" models. The concept of the GB chassis is a single GB-2, 36" two tuner PIP sets
board for each screen size. For “A” line there are three The 9-2006 module is used on the GB-3, 27" two
different chassis; the GB-1, GB-2 and GB-3. During the tuner PIP with BBE audio sound enhancement.
manufacturing process, the EAROM will be programmed
The 9-2007 module is used on the GB-3, 32" two
for added features. Also additional wired in components
tuner PIP with BBE audio.
will be added to the chassis to accommodate the differ-
ent features: PIP, 2-tuner PIP etc. The 9-2008 and 9-2024 modules are used on the
GB-3, 36" two tuner PIP with BBE audio.
The 27" sets provide 30 kV second anode voltage. The
32" and 36" sets provide 32 kV second anode voltage. The GB series chassis features nine IC’s.
The GB-1, 2, and 3 chassis has 11 variations which are as IC6001 is the EAROM memory.
follows: IC6000 is the microprocessor
The 9-2022 module is used on the GB-1, 25" ICX3431 is in the switching power supply.
single PIP sets. IC2900 is the Audio/Video switch.
The 9-1999 module is used on the GB-1, 27" ICX2200 handles all audio/video, sync and sweep
single PIP sets. drive processing.
The 9-2000 module is used on the GB-1, IC2100 handles vertical sweep.
32" single PIP sets.
IC2000 is the PIP processor.
The 9-2001 module is used on the GB-1,
The GB-3 chassis features IC1401, the BBE sound
36" single PIP sets.
enhancement audio circuit.
The 9-2002 module is used on the GB-2, 27" two
IC1250 is the 2nd tuner PIP video IF.
tuner PIP sets.
The 9-2003 module is used on the GB-2, 32" two
tuner PIP sets.
gb-chas 1-1
MBR3447 REMOTE CONTROL - KEYS DEFINED
Indicator Light
TV/VCR - Source
Switches between watching
TV via the available sources,
ANTENNA/CABLE, VIDEO IN, etc.
gb-chas 1-2
GEM4002 REMOTE CONTROL - KEYS DEFINED
MODE/TIME DISPLAY
Displays remote control mode
and time, if set. Press TV key twice
to see Time Display. TV 8:37 AM POWER
Turns TV On or Off.
FLASHBK (Flashback)
Returns to previous
Channel.
TV
Selects TV operation
SURF
Turns Surf Channel On/Off SURF MUTE
Turns sound Off and On
while picture remains.
CHANNEL (Up or Down)
Selects next channel in
TV’s memory. Press and VOLUME (Right)
hold to repeat. Increases TV’s sound
level.
VOLUME (Left)
Decreases sound level
ENTER
Shows Channel/Time enters
NUMBER PAD channel or removes any
Selects channels directly. on-screen menus.
CC
Turns Closed Caption
PIP, PIPCh, FREEZ
On or Off.
Picture-in Picture functions
gb-chas 1-3
TRK4000 REMOTE CONTROL - KEYS DEFINED
pow POWER
er
vcr cable aux
1
Turn your Entertainment Machine
tv aux
INDICATOR LIGHTS 2 or any other programmed equipment
Illuminate to show which on or off, depending on mode
mode
mode remote is in.
MODE LEFT/RIGHT
Adjust which mode remote
is working in.
MUTE TRAKBALL
Press once for Soft Mute, again Click and move the on-screen pointer.
for Full Mute, and a third time to
return to normal volume.
SURF FLSHBK
Use the regular channel selection or mu bk Return immediately to the last
te
o flsh
l
channel viewed.
v
u
l
m a
n
e
ch CHANNEL UP/DOWN
VOLUME LEFT/RIGHT Scroll through your available
Increases/descreases sound level. channels.
1 2 3
NUMBER PAD
SOURCE 4 5 6 For direct channel selection
Push to switch between and programming functions.
available sources connected to 7 8 9
your Entertainment Machine.
ENTER
source 0 enter Push to accept menu choices or after
channel numbers for faster transfer.
MENU pip
menu quit/
Displays functions on VCR
PIP SNAPSHOT
RECORD, PAUSE record pause press to capture and freeze main
Control functions on VCR picture within large PIP frame. Press
ARROW KEYS a second time and receive PIP from
Allows user to move through another channel or source. Press a
on-screen menu choices. third time to remove PIP.
play
REW, FFD, PLAY, STOP rew f.fwd
Controls functions on VCR QUIT
stop
Leaves programming menus and
clears screen of displays, and provides
audio swap.
gb-chas 1-4
PROGRAMMING REMOTE
gb-chas 1-5
PROGRAMMING CODES - MBR3447/GEM4002/TRK4000
gb-chas 1-6
SERVICE MENU
gb-chas 2-1
FACTORY RECOMMENDED SETTINGS - 221-1305-01
gb-chas 2-2
FACTORY RECOMMENDED SETTINGS - 221-1307
gb-chas 2-3
FACTORY RECOMMENDED SETTINGS - 221-1308
gb-chas 2-4
SERVICING
gb-chas 3-1
SERVICING
MICROPROCESSOR IC6000
Check the following:
IR in on pin 2
+5 volts on pins 22, and 39
Clock Xtal on pins 36, and 37
Serial Data, Serial Clock on pins 33, and 34
Reset pin 35
Horiz. Flyback on pin 28, Vert pulse on pin 29
R, G, B out on pins 24, 25, and 26
gb-chas 3-2
SERVICING
gb-chas 3-3
SERVICE ADJUSTMENTS
COEFFICIENTS 0370v
09 31 31 31 31
31 31 32 33 34
SERVICE MENU ITEMS
gb-chas 3-4
SERVICE ADJUSTMENTS
B B
Opposite OR
6 Pole R R
Convergence
R&B over G OR
Same B R B R
B B
Opposite OR
4 Pole R R
Convergence
R over B
Same B R OR B R
gb-chas 3-5
SERVICE ADJUSTMENTS
gb-chas 3-6
GB MODEL PARTS LIST
Critical safety components are identified by shading and the letter “X” in
their component designators. Replace only with part numbers specified.
Critical safety components are identified by shading and the letter “X” in
their component designators. Replace only with part numbers specified.
Critical safety components are identified by shading and the letter “X” in
their component designators. Replace only with part numbers specified.
Critical safety components are identified by shading and the letter “X” in
their component designators. Replace only with part numbers specified.
Critical safety components are identified by shading and the letter “X” in
their component designators. Replace only with part numbers specified.
Critical safety components are identified by shading and the letter “X” in
their component designators. Replace only with part numbers specified.
Critical safety components are identified by shading and the letter “X” in
their component designators. Replace only with part numbers specified.
LGA34B41WM
009-02003 MODULE MAIN, 2-TUNER PIP 32V GB2 CHASSIS
012-10769-01 METAL STAMPING BRACKET, CRT SUPPORT
012-10816 METAL STAMPING BRACKET CRT, LEFT
012-10817 METAL STAMPING BRACKET CRT, RIGHT
012-10857 JACK PACK MOLDED PLASTIC, COVER
014-12284-09 CABINET FRONT TV, MOLDED PLASTIC
Critical safety components are identified by shading and the letter “X” in
their component designators. Replace only with part numbers specified.
NOTE:
This combined parts list lets you easily determine the part number of parts used on each Model, Chassis, or Assembly. Each has been assigned
a reference code (RC), which is in the column to the left of the REF numbers.
$ = Part of A-18737 P.C. Board Assy Critical safety components are identified by shading and the letter “X” in
RF Splitter, 2 Tuner their component designators. Replace only with part numbers specified.
NOTE:
This combined parts list lets you easily determine the part number of parts used on each Model, Chassis, or Assembly. Each has been assigned
a reference code (RC), which is in the column to the left of the REF numbers.
Critical safety components are identified by shading and the letter “X” in
their component designators. Replace only with part numbers specified.
NOTE:
This combined parts list lets you easily determine the part number of parts used on each Model, Chassis, or Assembly. Each has been assigned
a reference code (RC), which is in the column to the left of the REF numbers.
Critical safety components are identified by shading and the letter “X” in
their component designators. Replace only with part numbers specified.
NOTE:
This combined parts list lets you easily determine the part number of parts used on each Model, Chassis, or Assembly. Each has been assigned
a reference code (RC), which is in the column to the left of the REF numbers.
Critical safety components are identified by shading and the letter “X” in
their component designators. Replace only with part numbers specified.
NOTE:
This combined parts list lets you easily determine the part number of parts used on each Model, Chassis, or Assembly. Each has been assigned
a reference code (RC), which is in the column to the left of the REF numbers.
Critical safety components are identified by shading and the letter “X” in
their component designators. Replace only with part numbers specified.
NOTE:
This combined parts list lets you easily determine the part number of parts used on each Model, Chassis, or Assembly. Each has been assigned
a reference code (RC), which is in the column to the left of the REF numbers.
Critical safety components are identified by shading and the letter “X” in
their component designators. Replace only with part numbers specified.
NOTE:
This combined parts list lets you easily determine the part number of parts used on each Model, Chassis, or Assembly. Each has been assigned
a reference code (RC), which is in the column to the left of the REF numbers.
$ = Part of A-18737 P.C. Board Assy Critical safety components are identified by shading and the letter “X” in
RF Splitter, 2 Tuner their component designators. Replace only with part numbers specified.
NOTE:
This combined parts list lets you easily determine the part number of parts used on each Model, Chassis, or Assembly. Each has been assigned
a reference code (RC), which is in the column to the left of the REF numbers.
$ = Part of A-18737 P.C. Board Assy Critical safety components are identified by shading and the letter “X” in
RF Splitter, 2 Tuner their component designators. Replace only with part numbers specified.
NOTE:
This combined parts list lets you easily determine the part number of parts used on each Model, Chassis, or Assembly. Each has been assigned
a reference code (RC), which is in the column to the left of the REF numbers.
NOTE:
This combined parts list lets you easily determine the part number of parts used on each Model, Chassis, or Assembly. Each has been assigned
a reference code (RC), which is in the column to the left of the REF numbers.
Critical safety components are identified by shading and the letter “X” in
their component designators. Replace only with part numbers specified.
NOTE:
This combined parts list lets you easily determine the part number of parts used on each Model, Chassis, or Assembly. Each has been assigned
a reference code (RC), which is in the column to the left of the REF numbers.
Critical safety components are identified by shading and the letter “X” in
their component designators. Replace only with part numbers specified.
NOTE:
This combined parts list lets you easily determine the part number of parts used on each Model, Chassis, or Assembly. Each has been assigned
a reference code (RC), which is in the column to the left of the REF numbers.
Critical safety components are identified by shading and the letter “X” in
their component designators. Replace only with part numbers specified.
NOTE:
This combined parts list lets you easily determine the part number of parts used on each Model, Chassis, or Assembly. Each has been assigned
a reference code (RC), which is in the column to the left of the REF numbers.
Critical safety components are identified by shading and the letter “X” in
their component designators. Replace only with part numbers specified.
NOTE:
This combined parts list lets you easily determine the part number of parts used on each Model, Chassis, or Assembly. Each has been assigned
a reference code (RC), which is in the column to the left of the REF numbers.
Critical safety components are identified by shading and the letter “X” in
their component designators. Replace only with part numbers specified.
NOTE:
This combined parts list lets you easily determine the part number of parts used on each Model, Chassis, or Assembly. Each has been assigned
a reference code (RC), which is in the column to the left of the REF numbers.
$ = Part of A-18737 P.C. Board Assy Critical safety components are identified by shading and the letter “X” in
RF Splitter, 2 Tuner their component designators. Replace only with part numbers specified.