20 Most Recent Sony KP-51WS510 51" Rear Projection HDTV-Ready Television - Page 4 Questions & Answers

Sorry there are no resets on these. Look at this and see if it helps diagnose your set, as you will see there are many reasons and blinking codes, so it is hard to pinpoint this by your question.
If you are having some problems with your Sony Television, then this post is for you. Generally speaking, when there is trouble with your Sony Television set -- it indicates the issue in either the diagnostic mode, or even more commonly by flashing a series of LED blinks or flashes on the front of your television. Each set or frequency of the blinks indicates a very specific problem with the television itself. In some cases, you may be able to repair the television set yourself -- or in the worst case you may need to order parts, call a local repair shop to the have a repairman sent out, or even purchase a new television set.

First off, here are the list of codes and what they generally mean on my set (which applies to many recent model Sony Television sets. Sony has provided a "self-diagnosis function" with your TV, that in the case of abnormalities or problems the LED or red blinking light on the Timer/Standby indicator flashes a number of times to indicate the issue. Here are the values of the various blinks.

• 0 times, Diagnosis: Power does not turn on. Possible causes include: Power cord is not plugged in, Fuse is burned out (F6001) (G board). Symptoms of the problem: Power does not come on, No power is supplied to the unit, AC power supply is faulty.
• 2 times, Diagnosis: B overcurrent (OCP). Possible causes: H. OUT (Q8024) is shorted. (D board), +B PWM (Q8035, 8038) is shorted. (D board) Symptoms of the problem: Power does not come on, Load on power line is shorted.
• 3 times, Diagnosis: +B overvoltage (OVP). Possible causes: IC501 is faulty (G board), IC5002 is faulty (G board). Symptoms of the problem: TV has entered standby mode.
• 4 times, Diagnosis: Vertical deflection stopped. Possible causes: +- 15V is not supplied. (D board), IC8003 is faulty. (A board) Symptoms of the problem: TV has entered standby state after horizontal raster, Vertical deflection pulse is stopped, Power line is shorted or power supply is stopped.
• 5 times, Diagnosis: White balance failure (Not balanced) Possible causes: Video out (IC7101, 7201, 7301) is faulty (CR, CG, CB board), CRT drive (IC309) is faulty (A board), G2 is improperly adjusted. Symptoms of the problem: No raster is generated, CRT cathode current detection reference pulse output is small.
• 6 times, Diagnosis: LOW B OCP/OVP (Overcurrent/over voltage). Possible causes: +5 line is overloaded. (A, B boards), +5 line is shorted. (A, B boards). Symptoms of the problem: No picture.
• 7 times, Diagnosis: Horizontal deflection stopped. Possible cause: Q8035, 8038 is shorted. (D board)
• 8 times, Diagnosis: High voltage error. Possible cause: T8005 is faulty. (D board)
• 9 times, Diagnosis: Audio error. Possible causes: +- 19V line is shorted. (A, B boards), IC708 is faulty. (A board), PS701 or PS702 is opened. (A board). Symptoms of the problem: No sound

the auto focus should do it. But if you need to do detailed adjustments its listed under the Setup options. which will allow the manual adjustments.

this has to be the oddest thing i have ever heard happen to a TV. if anything it might be a provider problem. if thats not the problem it might just be a faulty part in the TV. it might also be the matrix trying to contact you. :D

If your TV looks 3D, warped, or distorted it likely has a convergenge problem.
If however it just looks dull, washed out, redish, or if it looks like objects on the screen have halos the fluid in the lens has soured.
You can search google for parts or you can get the parts with repair instructions from sites such as www.TvRepairKits.com

The auto focus button should solve the issue. If you need to do a manual adjustment you will need the remote control. You can get the remote from www.tvrepairworld.com

You most likely have sustained a failure of one of the two convergence IC's and possibly a PICO fuse on the +28 or -28 volt supply. This is common with these sets about six years in. Call a qualified service center for an estimate. Should be repairable for around $350.

Bill
Integrity Homeworx
Indianapolis, IN

Hi,

You have a convergence problem. This page describes In Home Service in Vancouver, BC for Sony 51WS510 convergence failure. Here is a Convergence Gallery to confirm your fault.

If you are an experienced electronic technician with tools and have a reliable parts source, you may be able to change the defective ICs and check for other components that may have failed. It is also good to know how to use the "On-screen" service alignment function that is built in to the TV.

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Hi,

You most likely have Convergence Failure. This page will help you confirm the fault: Convergence Gallery . You have 2 choices:

• Morph into an electronic technician, find good quality STK ICs and repair the TV yourself.
• Call a competent and reasonable TV Repair person to do the job for you.

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The problems ur tv having it is call a convergence problems,it dead.Very common problems,for old DLP tvs design.Tv have colors lines R,G,B mis alignments,have colors shadows pictures or 3D pictures look alike?Yes,than tv covergence board is dead.Tv convergence board require changes 2 STK convergence ICS and some or all of it resistors too.To fix the tv convergence board to solved the tv convergence picture problems.The shop,will cost u like $300-350 for parts and labors.

Projection TV sets have two very common problems. One is convergence ( 3D/Warped video) the other is CRT fluid ( Dull Video). Here are more details and solutions for both. Repair kits with instructions are also avail from www.TvRepairKits.com

Common Problem #1) Convergence has gone out

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 projection 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 pics of convergence problems.





SOLUTION #1

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

Common Problem #2) CRT Fluid is Cloudy

Projection TV tubes have a liquid coolant that is used to keep them from overheating. After many years the coolant in the blue and green tubes will become cloudy and cause the screen to look dull, red/orange, etc. You may even see halos around images.

Picture of a set that needs the fluid changed.


TV set after fluid change



SOLUTION

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

You either have burt capacitor that feeds to Hori output Transistor it is small blue capacitor 2K, or you need to replace Both STK ICs they are big black ICs and will have part number on them
STK392-110 use 120s or 150s. STK392-150 Better ICs
Mats has them 1-800-628-1118

All projection TV sets have two very common problems. One is convergence ( 3D/Warped video) the other is CRT fluid ( Dull Video). Here are more details and solutions for both.

Common Problem #1) Convergence has gone out

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 projection 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 pics of convergence problems.






Common Problem #2) CRT Fluid is Cloudy

Projection TV tubes have a liquid coolant that is used to keep them from overheating. After many years the coolant in the blue and green tubes will become cloudy and cause the screen to look dull, red/orange, etc. You may even see halos around images.

Picture of a set that needs the fluid changed.


TV set after fluid change



SOLUTION

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

I have the same issue, anyone has a solution to this yet?

The old one must be de-soldered and the new one soldered in.
Observe static precautions otherwise serious damage to components may happen.

If you are not familiar with desoldering small components without damaging the printed circuit board, employ someone who is otherwise you could destroy the circuit boards.

call sears they only charge $99 to come out and free estimate. mine cost $300 and works great

Your TV most likely has one of two possible problems.

Problem #1: Convergence Chip Failure ( common problem )

Here are some of the most common symptoms and example photos of a convergence problem

• 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.

Here is a quick test....

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

Try to adjust the red and then the blue convergence.



You should be able to move them up, down, left, and right.

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

Solution #1

You need to replace the convergence chips and convergence resistors. Check the site www.TvRepairKits.com. They have put together a kits for most models. If you don't see a kit for your set send them a quick note and they will put one together for you. Their kits include a photo instruction guide, original OEM Sanyo STK chips, convergence resistors, pico fuses, etc.


Problem #2 CRT Fluid is Cloudy

Projection TV tubes have a liquid coolant that is used to keep them from overheating. After many years the coolant in the blue and green tubes will become cloudy and cause the screen to look dull, red/orange, etc. You may even see halos around images.

Picture of a set that needs the fluid changed.


TV set after fluid change



Solution #2


What you will need to do is replace the coolant and clean the crt. You can get a repair kit from www.TvRepairKits.com that includes replacement coolant, photos. instructions, etc

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 over.

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_dul

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It seems green picture tube in this Sony KP51WS510 rear projection became defective and causing this problem. Replacement of green picture tube will fix this issue but it would be costly fix and professional will do it as it requires lots of adjustments after tube replacement.
Please check with local vt repair shop and ask an estimate of repair.
Thanks.

This set has two 5 amp fuses on power board that feed the convergence circuit, did you test them?

I needed I can provide photo of that board, fuses are pico fuses and not glass.

Let me know and I will be happy to help you.

SD TECH