2014 (55EC9300) OLED SMPS Testing

Forcing on the Power Supply

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55EC9300
65EC9700
65” Note: This document is specifically designed around the 55EC9300. However, it can be used to
test the 65
65” as well
well. Differences are: 65”
65 has 24 pin connector
connector, but 1 through 18 are the same as
55”. Main Board connector on the 65” is P2600 but the 55” it is P2300. Voltage chart on last page
may vary slightly between the two screen sizes.

Published 06-16-2015
06 16 2015
Updated 08-18-2016 ver2

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TV Turn On Commands (Explained) 55EC9300 OLED (2014) Power Supply Section 05

(1) When AC is applied to the SMPS, it outputs 3.5V_ST to the Main board, P2300 pins 3, 5 and 6. This 3.5V is routed through
L2304 and on to the Microprocessor
p IC3000 p pin 48 as its main p
power source. The 3.5V also g goes to the Reset circuit. At the
moment 3.5V arrives at C3004 (+) side, the capacitor isn’t charged, so pin 40 of the Micro is low while the power input pin 48 is
high. This is known as the reset state, where the Microprocessor is reset to the first operational state. As C3004 charges
through R3030, pin 40 pulls up and the Micro comes out of Reset. The TV is now in the Stand-By state.
The 3.5V is also routed to pull-up resistors to the Key 1 and 2 lines. It is also sent to the IR receiver and as source voltage for
the Power on switch Q2300, but it is not on at this time.
(2) When the Power on key is pressed on the Joy Stick (Press in and hold),
hold) pin 31 of the Micro drops
drops. This notifies the Micro that
the TV should turn on. If the Power On key on the Customer’s Remote is pressed, The IR receiver sends this signal (3.4V p/p)
to the Microprocessor pin 6 and the TV knows by this signal to turn on.
(3) The Micro outputs a low on pin 36 (RL_ON) which is routed to pin 2 of Q2300 turning it on. The 3.5V on pin 1 is then switched
out pin 3 and on to the SMPS via pin 1 of P2300. The Controller on the SMPS receives this command and turns on the 12V and
the 24V.
(4) The 12V and 24V lines are routed to the Main board via P2300, 24V pins 9, 10 and 16 and 12V pins 13, 14 and 15. The 24V is
used for the two Audio amplifiers as their amplification voltage.
(5) The 12V is routed to many different regulators (too many to mention here), but for this “Power On Cycle” discussion it goes
through coil L2303, then L12007, then L1401 and out P11401 pins 1-4 to the T-CON board.
(6) The 12V also routed to IC2307 (Power Detector). This IC then outputs a high to the Micro pin 14 to notify the Micro that the
voltage arrived
arrived. So the Micro can continue turning on the rest of the set
set. If missing,
missing the TV will click on and then Click off
off. This
fault shows up in the Power Off Status as “5VMNT”.
(7) Once the Micro knows the 12V has arrived, it outputs a high on pin 15 which is routed to pin 1 of IC2300 turning it on. This IC is
the +3.3V_NORMAL regulator. This 3.3V is routed to many different circuits, but one of them is as a pull-up voltage through
R2310 to the INV_CTL (DRV_ON) line. However, the Micro is holding “INV_CTL” low via pin 19 at this time.
(8) The next step for the Micro to release the low on pin 19 and allow the “INV_CTL” line, (Inverter Control) to pull high,
(approximately 3.5V). This high leaves P2300 pin 2 and now becomes DRV_ON (Drive On). When this high arrives on the
SMPS controller IC, the controller turns on the Panel 24V line which is output P202 (pins 8-14) and on to the T-CON board
CN7. This voltage is then routed through the T-CON and out to the Panel itself for the Panel’s operational voltage.

NOTE: The Panel 24V is monitored by the Main board. There is a line on the Vx1 cable P11401 pin 20 called
MODULE 20V DET. This line is normally 3.29V when the 24V is normal. If the 24V is missing or low, this line drops, pulling pin
MODULE_20V_DET.
44 of the Microprocessor low. Then the TV shuts off and logs “POWER_OFF_BY_20V_DET in the Power Off Status in IN-
START Menu.

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AC Should not be applied at any time while adding jumpers or While

SMPS TEST 1 Fig 1
gg g connectors as damage
unplugging g to the circuit Board may
y occur. Front pins on P2300
Connector are
a) When AC is applied, the SMPS “MUST” be producing Odd number 17 18
STBY 3.5V on pins 3 and 5 of P201.
12V 15 16 24V

If 3.5V Standbyy is not being

gggenerated,, the SMPS is defective 12V 13 14 12V
and must be replaced. There is no need to continue with the
11 12
next test. But, make sure AC is arriving at the connector SK100 and +3.5V_ST is
not loaded down by the Main Board or the IR or the Joy Stick Boards. 24V 9 10 24V

7 8
((b)) Unplug
p g P2300 on the Main Board to make insertion of the Jumpers
p easier.
Use P2300 side to insert resistors 5 6
STBY 3.5V

TEST 1: Testing the Power Supply turn on circuit. 3 4 24V

A
1 2
(1) (A) Add a jumper between (3.5V STBY) pin 3 or 5 and Pin 1 (PWR(PWR_ON).
ON). _
PWR_ON

Apply AC, (See Fig 1). This will turn on the SMPS, relay click will be heard.
Check that the 24V and 12V power supplies are turned on, Pin 1 is the colored Wire
Main Board Power:
• P2300 (12.07V pins 13, 14 and 15)
• P2300 (23.28V pins 9, 10 and 16)

No 24V to T-CON supply at this time.

(2) Remove AC power

TIP: If you are concerned that you may accidently connect the jumpers in the incorrect locations,
please use a 100 ohm 1/8W resistor instead.

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Continue if the 1st test was OK. Leave original jumper (A) in place. SMPS TEST 2 Fig 2
AC Power is removed at this time. Front p
pins on P2300
The T-CON should be connected, SMPS P202 to T-CON CN7 Connector are
Odd number
17 18
TEST 2: T-CON POWER SECTION TEST:
12V 15 16

((3)) ((B)) Add another jjumper

p between ((STBY_3.5V)
_ )ppin 5 and Pin 2 ((DRV_ON).
_ ) 12V 13 14 12V
(See Fig. 2), Simulating a PWR_ON and DRV_ON command.
11 12

(4) Apply AC Power. 24V 9 10 24V

7 8
((5)) Check 24V on p
pins 8-14 on P202.
5 6
T-CON 24V Normal: STBY 3.5V

a) If normal, the SMPS is OK, T-CON load test OK. 3 4 24V

A DRV_ON
1 2
T-CON 24V Abnormal: _
PWR_ON

a) Recheck all connections. B

b) Confirm the DRV_ON line pulling up to at least 3V.
c) Check SMPS P202 pins 8-14 for an excessive load, diode check should
be “0.29V”. Pin 1 is the colored Wire
Check CN7 pins 8-14
8 14 on the T
T-CON
CON for an excessive load.
Diode check should be “OL”. (CN7 unplugged on the T-CON, the panel Other than pin 2 DRV_ON, voltage
can be connected or disconnected. Note: With Red lead on Chassis Checks are not made on this connector.
Check 24V from P202 to the T-CON.
ground, reading is 0.64V with no panel and 0.38V with panel.
TIP: If you are concerned that you may
See Next page to Test the Power Supply’s
Supply s T-CON
T CON 24V line using a light accidently
id tl connectt the
th jumpers
j in
i the
th
bulb test jig. incorrect locations, please use a 100
ohm 1/8W resistor instead.

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Power Supply Board T-CON Power Test 2 (Light Bulb Jig) 55EC9300 OLED (2014) Power Supply Section 05

In this case, the Power Supply needs to be tested to see if it can SMPS TEST 2 Fig 2
supply
pp y the 24V under a load. Front p
pins on P2300
Connector are
Odd number
TEST 2 CONTINUED: 24V T-CON POWER SECTION TEST: 17 18

12V 15 16
(6) Leave the Jumper in place on P2300 to P813 of the Power Supply and
disconnect CN7 on the T-CON board. 12V 13 14 12V

11 12
(7) Make a 24V load test jig by using a standard 1157 automobile light bulb, (dual
element). Solder two wires from the buttons on the bottom of the bulb. Do not 24V 9 10 24V
solder any wire to the actual ground of the bulb. (See Fig 3).
7 8

(8) Attach one end of the Jig to the 24V line from the SMPS. Fig 3 5 6
(9) Attach the other wire from the Jig to Chassis Ground. STBY 3.5V
3 4 24V
Tip: Cut the sharp end of a safety pin off and solder it to
A DRV_ON
Each end of the wires coming from the Jig. Push one 1 2
Needle end into any pin 8-14
8 14 of CN7. Push the needle _
PWR_ON

End of the other wire into any pin 1-7 of CN7. B

(10) Apply power, the light bulb should light and remain lit. Measure the 24V line to
confirm its correct. The bulb should be bright. Let the SMPS run for several
Pin 1 is the colored Wire
minutes to confirm its operating correctly.
(D nott let
(Do l t wires
i or light
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bulb
lb ttouch
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a: If the Light Bulb remains lit, the panel is defective because the T-CON and/or the panel is providing too much of
a load causing the power supply to shut off.
b: If the SMPS shuts off, Replace the Power Supply. (Again, see previous page for Diode Checks of the 24V line).
TIP: 24V to the Main board can be tested the same way as above. For checking the 12V, use a single element bulb. Or you can solder
another wire to the bulb above on the shield, then use the shield as ground and only one button on the bottom connected to 12V.

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P201 "SMPS Board" Stand-Alone

Pin Label Test 1 Test 2 (See notes below)

17-18 Gnd Gnd Gnd

16 24V 23.28V 24.52V (1) PWR_ON: Turns on the 12V

and 24V to the Main board.
board It
13 15
13-15 12V 12 07V
12.07V 12 07V
12.07V
does not turn on the 24V to the
10-12 Gnd Gnd Gnd Panel.

9-10 24V 23.28V 24.52V (2) DRV_ON: Turns on the 24V to

the Panel.
78
7-8 Gnd Gnd Gnd
(3) DPC:Dynamic Power Control.
6 N/C 0V 0V
Energy saving control. Not used
5 3.5V_ST 3.56V 3.56V during these test.
(3)
4 DPC n/c n/c

3 3.5V_ST 3.56V 3.56V

(2)
2 DRV-ON 0V 3.56V
(1)
1 PWR-ON 3.56V 3.56V

3.5V_ST IS 3.55V with no jumper in place.

T-CON 24V POWER IS ((0V)) DURING TEST 1.

T-CON 24V POWER IS (24.02V) DURING TEST 2.