FILE NO. SERVICE MANUAL Model No. PLC-XL50A Multimedia Projector U.S.A, Canada, Europe,U.K, Africa, Asia original Version Chassis No. KM3-XL50A00 Match the Chassis No. on the rating label of the projector with the Chassis No. in the Service Manual. If the Original Version Service Manual Chassis No. does not match the projector's, additional Service Literature is required.
Contents SERVICE MANUAL ................. 1 Troubleshooting .................7 Contents .................... Indicators and Projector Condition ..........7 Safety Instructions ................3 No Power ...................73 Specifications ..................4 No Picture ..................74 Circuit Protections ................5 No Sound ...................75 Fuse......................5 Control Port Functions ..............76 Lamp cover switch ................
Safety Instructions Safety Precautions WARNING: The chassis of this projector is isolated (COLD) from AC line by using the converter transformer. Primary side of the con- verter and lamp power supply unit circuit is connected to the AC line and it is hot, which hot circuit is identified with the line ( ) in the schematic diagram.
technical Specifications Mechanical Information Projector Type Multi-media Projector Dimensions (W x H x D) 14.7” x 7.75” x 19.49” (374 mm x 196.8 mm x 495 mm) (Not including Rear leg) Net Weight 15,9 lbs (7. kg) Feet Adjustment 0˚ to 1.0˚ Panel Resolution LCD Panel System 0.8”...
■ Curcuit Protections This projector provides the following circuit protections to operate in safety. If the abnormality occurs inside the projector, it will automatically turn off by operating one of the following protection circuits. Fuse A fuse is located inside of the projector. When the POWER indicator is not lightning, the fuse may be opened.
Circuit Protects Lamp cover switch Lamp cover switch (SW901) The lamp cover switch (SW901) cuts off the drive signal to the lamp circuit when the lamp cover is removed or not closed com- pletely. After opening the lamp cover for replacing the lamp ass’y, place the lamp cover correctly otherwise the projector can not turn on.
Circuit Protects Warning temperature and power failure protection The projector will be automatically turned off when the internal temperature of the projector is abnormally high, or the cool- ing fans stop spinning, or the power supplies in the projector are failed. - If the WARNING TEMP.
■ Maintenance and Cleaning Cleaning the Air Filter The air filter prevents dust from accumulating on the surface of the optical elements inside the projector. Should the air filter become clogged with dust particles, it will reduce cooling fans’ effectiveness and may result in a buildup of internal heat and adversely affects the life of the projector.
Maintenance and Cleaning Cleaning the Projection Window CAUtIoN This projector is equipped with a projection window. Do not rub the projection window with a hard fiber cloth or hit it with a something hard to prevent the projection window from scratching. Do not use a chemical cleaner (liquid and solid) to avoid deteriorating the projection window. Unplug the AC power cord before cleaning.
Maintenance and Cleaning Cleaning After long periods of use, dust and other particles will accumulate on the LCD panel, prism, mirror, polarized glass, lens, etc., causing the picture to darken or color to blur. If this occurs, clean the inside of optical unit. Remove dust and other particles using air spray.
REPLACEMENt LAMP Replacement lamp can be ordered through your dealer. When ordering a projection lamp, give the following information to the dealer. Model No. of your projector : PLC-XL50A ● Replacement Lamp type No. : PoA-LMP139 ●...
Lamp Replacement Lamp Replacement Counter Be sure to reset the Lamp replacement counter after the lamp is replaced. When the Lamp replacement counter is reset, the LAMP REPLACE indicator stops lighting. Turn the projector on and press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu.
Lamp Replacement How to check Lamp Used time The LAMP REPLACE indicator will light yellow when the total lamp used time (Corresponding value) reaches 3,000 hours. This is to indicate that lamp replacement is required. The total lamp used time is calculated by using the below expression, Total lamp used time (Corresponding value) = eco + ( normal x 1.5)
■ Security Function Notice and Standby mode Notice Security Function disable This projector provides security functions such as "Key lock", "PIN code lock" and "Logo PIN code lock". When the projector has set these security function on, you are required to enter correct PIN code to use the projector. If you do not know the correct PIN code to the projector, the projector can no longer be operated or started.
■ Mechanical disassemblies Disassemble should be made following procedures in numerical order. Following steps show the basic procedures, therefore unnecessary step may be ignored. Caution: The parts and screws should be placed exactly the same position as the original other- Screws Expression wise it may cause lose of performance and product safety.
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Mechanical disassemblies . Remove the DEC Legs. DEC Leg 3. Remove the screws-B (M3x35). 4. Remove the Stand Legs and Cap Stand Legs. DEC Leg Stand Leg Stand Plate Stand Leg Cap Stand Leg Cap Stand Leg Lamp Unit and Alarm Battery removal.
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Mechanical disassemblies Cabinet top ass'y removal. 1. Remove the 9 screws-A(M3x8) and remove the Cabinet top ass'y. . Remove the screw-B(T3x8), remove the R/C board, R/C pipe and remove the Decoration R/C. 3. Remove the Control board and Control Button. 4.
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Mechanical disassemblies Main Board ass'y removal. 1. Remove the 3 screws-A(M.5x6), screw-B(T3x8), screw-C(M4x6) and remove the Main board ass'y. Main board ass'y Hook Press this part - 18 -...
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Mechanical disassemblies Main board ass'y . Remove the screws-D(M.5x6). 3. Remove the 3 screws-E(T3x6) and AV panel. 4. Remove the 4 nuts-F and Holder AV. AV board Main board Holder AV AV Panel - 19 -...
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Mechanical disassemblies Exhaust Fan ass'y removal. 1. Remove the exhaust Fan ass'y(FN903, FN904) upward. . Remove the screws-A(T3x8), remove the stopper exhaust Fan and remove the FN903, FN904. Exhaust Fan ass'y Mounting exhaust duct FN904 Exhaust Fan ass'y Stopper exhaust fan FN903 - 0 -...
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Mechanical disassemblies Power supply ass'y removal. 1. Remove the screw-A(M3x8) and remove the Lamp connector. . Remove the screw-B(M.5x6) and shield plate. 3. Remove the screws-C(T3x8), remove the screw-D(T3x8) and remove the Power Supply ass'y. Power supply ass'y Shield plate Lamp connector - 1 -...
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Mechanical disassemblies Power supply ass'y disassemble. Insulation sheet -A Insulation sheet -B M.5x6 T3x6 Power supply ass'y Power board T3x6 Spacer sheet -A T3x6 T3x6 Ballast unit Holder - -...
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Mechanical disassemblies optical unit removal. 1. Remove the 5 screws-A(T3x8) and remove the Optical unit. Optical unit - 3 -...
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Mechanical disassemblies Line filter board removal. 1. Remove the 3 screws-A(T3x8) and remove the Line filter board ass'y. . Remove the Shield plate. Shield plate Line filter board ass'y Holder Line filter board M3x6 M3x6 Line filter board ass'y InsulatIion sheet AC-A InsulatIion sheet AC-B...
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Mechanical disassemblies Lamp Cover Switch removal. 1. Remove the screws-A(T3x8), remove the Spacer sheet, remove the Holder-SW and remove the Thermal Switch (SW90) . Remove the screw-B(T3x8) and remove the Lamp cover switch (SW901). Spacer sheet Holder -SW Thermal SW(SW90) Lamp cover SW(SW901) - 5 -...
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Mechanical disassemblies duct ass'y removal. 1. Remove the 6 screws-A(T3x30), remove the screw-B(T3x8) and remove the Duct ass'y. . Remove the screw-C(T3x8) and remove the Duct-top. 3. Remove the Fans(FN901, FN90, FN905) and Temp board. Duct ass'y Duct top Duct ass'y FN90 FN901 FN905...
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Mechanical disassemblies Speaker unit removal. 1. Remove the screws-A (T3x1) and remove the speaker unit. Speaker unit M3x4 M3x4 Speaker Damper Damper Holder Spacer - 7 -...
■ optical disassemblies optical unit Projection lens removal. 1. Remove the 4 screws (M4x1), remove the shield plate and remove the projection lens. Shield plate Projection lens - 8 -...
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Optical disassemblies LCd panel/prism ass'y removal. 1. Remove the 4 screws-A (M.5x8) and remove the LCD panel/prism unit. . Remove the screws-B (M.5x4), remove the screw-C (M3x10) and remove the LCD panel/prism ass'y. LCD panel/prism unit LCD panel/prism ass'y Damper Mounting prism Damper...
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Optical disassemblies R-type LCd Panel/Prism Ass'y L-type LCd Panel/Prism Ass'y There are types of LCD Panel/Prism Ass'y for this model. Either L-Type or R-Type LCD Panel/Prism Ass'y is used on the projec- tor. Check which type of LCD Panel/Prism Ass'y is used with the figure below. When replacing the LCD Panel/Prism Ass'y, you need to take "Panel Type Check and Setting"...
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Optical disassemblies Integrator Lens ass'y and Relay Lens ass'y removal. 1. Remove the screws-A (M.5x5) and remove the Integrator Lens ass'y. . Remove the screws-B (M.5x5), remove the Relay Lens ass'y. Relay lens ass'y Integrator lens ass'y Relay lens ass'y Spring Relay lens Integrator lens ass'y...
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Optical disassemblies Polarized grass ass'y removal. 1. Remove the screw-A (M.5x5) and remove the Polarized grass ass'y (R, G, B). Polarized grass ass'y Polarized grass ass'y Polarized grass-IN Film sheet Hooks - 3 -...
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Optical disassemblies optical base top removal. 1. Remove the Optical base top-B. . Remove the screws (T3x8) and remove the Optical base top-A. Optical base top-B Optical base top-A Hook - 33 -...
■ Optical Adjustments Before taking optical adjustments below, remove the Cabinet Top following to the “Mechanical Disassembly”. Adjustments require a 2.0mm hex wrench and a slot screwdriver. When you adjust Integrator lens or Relay lens adjustment, you need to disconnect FPC cables of LCD panels on the main board. Optical adjustment requires a 2.0mm hex wrench and a slot screwdriver.
Optical Adjustments Integrator lens adjustment Turn the projector on by a state of without FPC cables. Project all of lights on the screen. Adjust the adjustment base of integrator lens assy to make color unifor- mity in white. 1) If the shading appears on the left or right of the screen as shown in White Fig.2-1 , loosen 1 screw...
Optical Adjustments Relay lens-Out adjustment Turn the projector on by a state of without FPC cables. Project all of lights on the screen. Adjust the adjustment base of relay lens assy to make color uniformity in white. Fig.3 If the shading appears on the left or right of the screen as shown in loosen 1 screw , and adjust the slot to make color uniformity in white...
Optical Adjustments Projection lens focus adjustment Projection lens [ Before Adjustment ] The projector is set from the screen to 8 cm. The hole of the focus ring is set to the position of figure by operating the focus lever. (Screen size 78") Input a cross pattern.
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Optical Adjustments Loosen the 4 screws-A (A1, A2, A3, A4). Right and left focus under the screen is adjusted by using slot B. (Pre-adjustment) The screws-A1, A2 are lightly tightened and temporary is fixed. Focus on the entire screen is adjusted. Tighten the 4 screws-A (A1, A2, A3, A4).
Refer to the “Service Adjustment Data Table” for further description of adjustment group no., item no. and data value. To exit the service mode ON/STAND-BY button To exit the service mode, press the ON / STAND-BY button MENU button Service Mode SANYO Input Video Group Data Ver. R 1.00 KM3AB Group No.
Service Adjustment Circuit Adjustments CAUTION: The each circuit has been made by the fine adjustment at factory. Do not attempt to adjust the following adjust- ments except requiring the readjustments in servicing otherwise it may cause loss of performance and product safety.
Service Adjustment 1. Fan Control adjustment 3. Auto Calibration adjustment [PC] 1. Enter the service mode. 1. Enter the service mode. TPFANA Com- 2. Connect a digital voltmeter to test point “ ” (+) and 2. Receive the 16-step grey scale computer signal with puter1 [RGB] mode.
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Service Adjustment Gain adjustment [PC] 5. Auto Calibration adjustment [Component] 1. Enter the service mode. Com- 1. Enter the service mode. 2. Receive the 16-step grey scale computer signal with Video puter1 [RGB] 2. Receive the Color Bar 480i-component signal with mode.
Service Adjustment 6. Common Center adjustment 9. 50% White adjustment [Video] 1. Enter the service mode. 1. Enter the service mode. 2. Receive the 50%-Whole Gray computer signal with 2. Receive the 16-step grey scale composite video signal Video[Video] Computer1 [RGB] mode. with mode.
Service Adjustment 11. Gamma Correction adjustment [PC] This adjustment must use the service tool. Adjust the gamma correction by using the proper computer and "PROJECTOR SERVICE TOOL" software supplied sepa- rately. 12. Gamma Correction adjustment [Video] This adjustment must use the service tool. Adjust the gamma correction by using the proper computer and "PROJECTOR SERVICE TOOL"...
Service Adjustment Service Adjustment Data Table These initial values are the reference data written from the CPU ROM to memory IC when replaced new memory IC. The adjustment items indicated with “✻” are required to readjust following to the “Electrical adjustments”. Other items should be used with the initial data value.
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Service Adjustment Group/ Item Name Function Initial Range Note Item 3 Noise Region 2 <NSREGIONY2> / <NSREGIONUV2> 0 - 1023 4 Noise Gain Level <NSFILTERY**> / <NSFILTERUV**> 0 - 255 Group 47 Noise Reduction (Time) Effective only for N.R L1 0 Noise Pixel Range <NSRANGEY>...
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Service Adjustment Group/ Item Name Function Initial Range Note Item 3 Shipping Setting 0 - 20 Default set when the value is set to 10 4 CABLE SW Long Cable 0 - 1 0: Disable, 1: Enable 0:Disable (Serial Command Eanble) 5 PW Debug Command Enable 0 - 1 1: Enable (PW Debug Mode)
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Service Adjustment Group/ Item Name Function Initial Range Note Item 8 Table Table etting Group 205 Spread Spectrum 0 Enable Spread ON/OFF 0 - 1 0 : ON 1 : OFF 1 Modulation Frequency Modulation ratio 1 - 500 x 100Hz 2 Spread ratio 0 -300 (Set value 100 --->...
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Service Adjustment Group/ Item Name Function Initial Range Note Item Group 250 FAN Cntorol 0 FAN1 MIN ADJUST (DAC) 0 - 255 1 FAN1 MAX ADJUST (DAC) 0 - 255 DAC Output for Fan 2 FAN2 MIN ADJUST (DAC) Adjust the tolerance of DAC and Fan 0 - 255 Volage.
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Service Adjustment Group/ Item Name Function Initial Range Note Item Group 254 Fan Control Range Setting (Temp./Fan Voltage) Normal Ceiling Down 0 Not used 1 Not used Down 2 Not used 3 Not used 4 Not used 5 Not used Normal Celling 6 Not used...
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Service Adjustment Group/ Item Name Function Initial Range Note Item Group 256 Fan Lamp Voltage Down Setting Current Lamp Voltage (0.1V)(Read 0 Lamp Voltage 0-255 only) Threshold to judge Lamp Voltage 1 Lamp Vol Threshold 30-90 Down ( V×10) 2 Fan1 Speed Gain 0-255 3 Fan2 Speed Gain 0-255...
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Service Adjustment Group/ Item Name Function Initial Range Note Item 8 CB - GAIN AREA H START 0 - 1000 9 CB - GAIN AREA V START 0 - 1000 10 CR - GAIN AREA H START 0 - 1000 11 CR - GAIN AREA V START 0 - 1000 12 Image AREA H WIDTH...
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Service Adjustment Group/ Item Name Function Initial Range Note Item 3 V Back Porch 0 ~ 4095 4 Disp Line 0 ~ 4095 Group 511 SCART (575i) 0 Total Dots Read only 1 Disp Dots 0 ~ 4095 2 H Back Porch 0 ~ 4095 3 V Back Porch 0 ~ 4095...
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Service Adjustment Group/ Item Name Function Initial Range Note Item 2 H Back Porch 0 ~ 4095 3 V Back Porch 0 ~ 4095 4 Disp Line 1012 0 ~ 4095 Group 540 RGB Video (480i) 0 Total Dots 0 ~ 4095 1 Disp Dots 0 ~ 4095 2 H Back Porch...
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Service Adjustment Group/ Item Name Function Initial Range Note Item 1 Disp Dots 1868 0 ~ 4095 2 H Back Porch 0 ~ 4095 3 V Back Porch 0 ~ 4095 4 Disp Line 1012 0 ~ 4095 Group 550 RGB Video (1080P - 50) 0 Total Dots 2640 0 ~ 4095...
■ Troubleshooting Indicators and Projector Condition Check the indicators for projector condition. Indicators WARNING WARNING LAMP Projector Condition POWER TEMP. FILTER REPLACE red/green yellow orange The projector is off. (The AC power cord is unplugged.) The projector is preparing for stand-by or the projection lamp is being cooled down.
Troubleshooting No Power This projector provides a function which can be specified a defective area simply by indicating the LEDs. Connect the AC cord and press the Power button once and then check the LED indication. - When all of LED indicators are not lighting, the symptom indicates that the primary power supply circuit does not operate properly.
Troubleshooting No Picture Check following steps. No picture with all of input sources Check signal processing stage and LCD driving stage; Check RGB S&H signals at test points TP35B, TP35G, TP35R1. Check power supply circuit 15.5V and peripheral circuit. Check ICs IC501, IC531, IC561, IC2501, IC2531, IC2561, IC401, IC301 and peripheral circuits.
Troubleshooting No Sound Check following steps. Check if the audio signal Check IC5001 and peripheral circuit. is observed at pins 10 and Check 9V_AUDIO, 16V power supply. 21 of IC5001. Check if the audio signal Check IC5041, 9V_AUDIO and peripheral circuit. is observed at pins 5 and Check the Mute signal at pin 7 of IC5041.
Control Port Functions Scaler I/O Port Functions (PW190) PIN NO. PORT NO. SIGNAL NAME DESCRIPTION DDC_SW2 DDC Mode Switch OFF :L DDC_SW1 DDC Mode Switch OFF :L PC1/PC2_SW PC1/PC2 Switch PC1 : L ON_5VA 5V Power On/Off ON: H MUTE Audio Mute ON : H SCS_PW 3wirw Chip Select...
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Control port functions Scaler I/O Port Functions (PW190) (Continue) PIN NO. PORT NO. SIGNAL NAME DESCRIPTION BLAST_AC Power Control , Power ON : H CABLE_SW Long Cable Switch Output, Long Cable ON : H LAMPDC_ON Lamp Control, Power ON : H S_SW S-Video Input Switch WAKEUP...
Electrical Parts List Product safety should be considered when a component replacement is made in any area of a projector. Components indicated by a mark in this parts list and the circuit diagram show components whose value have special significance to product safety. It is particularly recommended that only parts specified on the following parts list be used for components replacement pointed out by the mark.
PLC-XL50A KM3-XL50A00 These schematic diagrams and printed wiring board drawings are part of the service manual original for chassis No. KM3-XL50A00 models PLC-XL50A. File with the service manual No. SM5111155-00 Note: All the information of part numbers and values indicated on these diagrams are at the beginning of production.
KM3-XL50A00 Parts description and reading in schematic diagram 1. The parts specification of resistors, capacitors and coils Resistor Reading are expressed in designated code. Please check the parts Example 1/2 D J 10K B description by the following code table. 2.
Printed Wiring Board Diagrams ■ ! CAUTION This projector is isolated from AC line by using the internal converter transformer. AV (SIDE : A) Please pay attention to the following notes in servicing 1. D o not touch the part on hot side (primary circuit) or both parts on hot and cold sides (secondary circuit) at the same time. 2. Do not shorten the circuit between hot and cold sides. 3. T he grounding lead must be connected to the ground of the same circuit when measuring of voltages and waveforms.
Note on Soldering Do not use solder containing lead. Solder This product has been manufactured using lead-free solder Use solder with the metal content and composition ratio in order to help preserve the environment. by weight given in the table below. Do not use solders Because of this, be sure to use lead-free solder when which do not meet these conditions.