Sony KP-53V80 53" Rear Projection Television - Answered Questions & Fixed issues

Is this a Rear Projection TV, or a LCD??

I do not think this model has a 3 blink code, I could be wrong but is it possible the model indicated is not the correct model number?

Set is too old to be fixing, many parts for it are no longer available.

the red blinking is the set trying to come on but not making it.Let me be honest here, this set is way too old to be repairing as many major parts for it are no longer available, my advice would be to retire it and buy a new set.

sounds like the inverter went bad...There's a high voltage device in there that runs the whole "picture" thing. There are capacitors involved with it that have probably failed leading to this mess.. That would be what that "crack" is...If you try to turn it back on does it just "click " and then stay off?

KP 53v80 is way too old to be fixing---recycle it as most landfills will not take that as it has toxic Glycol inside of it.

Hi,

The Standby/Power light of the TV blinks when there is any internal malfunction in the TV. The self-diagnostic function of the TV will cause the STANDBY light to blink or flash when the television detects an issue. The number of times the STANDBY light flashes corresponds to a specific issue.
Few examples are given below; some of the issues may be resolved without the need for service.
1 blink / 2 blinks / 5 blinks: - This indicates that there may be a power-related problem with your set.
3 blinks: - This indicates that there may be a power-related problem with your set. The set will need to be serviced to allow a technician to determine the specific issue that needs to be repaired. If the power light flashes three times in sequence in a Lamp TV, the lamp cover is not securely attached. Reattach the lamp cover to resolve this issue.
4 blinks: - This indicates that there may be a back light or lamp power problem.
6 blinks: - This indicates that there is some kind of audio problem with your set.
7 blinks: - This indicates that there is a temperature problem with your set. Please check to make sure that the air vents on the sides and back of the set are not blocked or clogged and there is adequate ventilation around the television. We recommend that you check and clean the vents periodically to make sure the set receives adequate air flow. If the problem continues, the set will need to be serviced.
8 blinks: - This indicates that there may be a video-related problem with your set. If the flash sequence is not listed above or the light continues to flash, follow the steps below to perform a power reset:
Try the following steps to check if the issue can be resolved.
Turn off the television.
Unplug the television power cord from the electrical outlet.
Let the television remain without power for 60 seconds.
Plug the power cord back into the electrical outlet.
If the television is plugged into a power strip or surge protector, remove it from the power strip or surge protector and plug it directly into the wall outlet. If the issue is resolved, the problem is with the power strip or surge protector and not the television.
If the issue continues to occur, service may be required.

Thanks for using Fixya.

I'm sorry for the difficulties you're experiencing in turning OFF the PIP feature of the TV.



Note: In order to perform a power reset, please remove the TV from wall outlet for more than 5 minutes.

Thanks for understanding. Please let me know if you require additional help.

The problem you have mentioned is caused by a malfunctioning deflection circuit and/or HOT(Horizontal output transistor). Note that replacing these component requires good electronics/soldering skills. I should also mention that the deflection circuit is a high voltage circuit(about 30,000V) and it is not recommended that you do it yourself unless you have worked on high voltage circuits before.

hi,
check the red guns crt base socket . may be it have some problem. when u change the crt base try to change all the three guns base socket.
ok

Projection TV sets are known to have two common problems. The first problem that is common to these sets is convergence failure. When this happens the TV will usually look 3D, Wavy/Distorted, etc. It may also shutdown and blink an error code.

The second common problem with Projection TV sets is dull video, halos around objects, white looking video, or red overpowers the screen. This is commonly caused by the fluid in the lens being clouded overs.

You can find more details and solutions here on Fixya at the following link below. Or click HERE


http://www.fixya.com/support/r2861467-solution_video_looking_whiteish_dull

I had the same problem my 4 year old soon played with the remote and not more TV.

Projection TV sets need to have all three colors - RED - BLUE - GREEN - lined up correctly on the screen in order for the video to look normal. When its out of alignment the video will look 3D, wavy, distorted, etc. Most of the time you just need to adjust your convergence in the TV menu. If you cannot adjust it in the menu - then your convergence is broken and needs to be repaired.

This is a very common failure on these projection sets and a fairly simple DIY fix. All projeciton sets including Samsung, RCA, Sony, Philip Magnavox, Panasonic, Pioneer, Akai, GE, JVC, Toshiba, and others at some point will have the same problem.

Common Symptoms include....

• Screen looks 3D
• Colors don't line up
• One or more colors can't be adjusted when using the convergence menu.
• Screen is bowed or warped.
• TV shuts off after powering on. Power light will blink. TV may also make a chirping noise.

Here are some photos of convergence problems.






Here is a quick test....

Using your original remote go-to the settings menu then goto the convergence section.

Try to adjust the red and then the blue convergence.

You should be able to move RED and BLUE in all directions - up, down, left, and right. And you should be able to get the grid straight.

If you can't move them in all directions or cant move them far enough your convergence chips are bad and should be replaced. This is a common problem.

Note: If you TV has as flash focus or magic focus button only try pressing the button. If it fails to fix the convergence your need to fix it. See below for a fix

CONVERGENCE SOLUTION

You will need to replace the convergence chips and possibly some convergence resistors and pico fuses.
This is a a fairly easy DIY job if you are handy and can follow directions. You can get complete repair kits from TvRepairKits.com or click here. They have put together DIY repair kits that include the OEM parts and step by step photo instructions for each repair. If you are not handy or can't follow directions we would suggest calling a shop.

The audio freq is going off the track running away maybe due to a thermal runoff. Try to cool with a forced fan specially directed at the qudio section and pin point the area of the fault. it could be the audio amp. or the IF processor/ preamp which has a damaged junction leading to the signal distortion. use a audio signal injector if you are familiar with electronics. got it right?

convergence chips are out..
here is my tutorial
http://www.fixya.com/support/r5001731-convergence_diagnosing_convergence
Let me know if I can be of further assistance.

The audio and video inputs got cracked solders and need to resolder back

These sets need to have all three colors - RED - BLUE - GREEN - lined up correctly on the screen in order for the picture to look normal. This is called convergence.

When its out of alignment the video will look 3-D, wavy, distorted, etc. Most of the time you just need to adjust your convergence in the menu. If you cannot adjust it in the menu - then your convergence is broken and needs to be repaired. Convergence problems are very common on all Projection TV sets including Sony, Samsung,JVC,Philip Magnavox,Panasonic,Akai,Pioneer, Hitachi,Mitsubishi,Zenith and others.
You can get more information and a DIY convergenece repair kit with instructions from the link below.

Here are some of the most common problems with these sets...

Problem #1) Convergence

Yours may have one or more of the following symptoms...

*Screen Looks 3-D
*Colors wont align
*Screen may look distorted or warped
*No Audio/Video - TV Shuts down - May also make a constant chirping sound

Problem #2 - Another common problem is dull or washed out video.

Your set may have one or more of the following symptoms....

*Dull looking picture
*White looking picture
*Halos around objects
*Red/Orange looking picture

You can see some more examples and find a fix using this link on Fixya http://www.fixya.com/support/r2861467-solution_video_looking_whiteish_dull

Projection TV sets have several common problems listed below.

Problem #1) Convergence

Symptoms:

• Screen Looks 3-D
• Colors wont align
• Screen may look distorted
• No Audio/Video - makes a chirping sound.

Example Photo:

Problem #2 CRT Fluid has clouded over.

Symptoms

• Dull Video, Washed out
• White/Bright looking video
• Halos around objects
• Red/Orange looking

Example Photo:


You can see more examples and find a fix here...

http://www.fixya.com/support/r2861467-solution_video_looking_whiteish_dull

Usually in the back part of the manual are instructions on how to reset it.

There may be an open fuse. The typical fuse for the application is a 3-amp, and may not look anything like your typical fuse. If you have sucessfully replaced the parts that you indicated, the convergence should be very close to what it was before the failure. The fuse may look like a small rectangle of black or white plastic with a wire through it.