Service Manual: Chassis

HISTORY INFORMATION FOR THE FOLLOWING MANUAL:
SERVICE MANUAL
AZ2-F Chassis
ORIGINAL MANUAL ISSUE DATE: 2/2011 Segment: 3a-1
Version Date Subject

1.0 3/1/2011 No revisions or updates are applicable at this time.
LCD Digital Color TV
9-888-410-01
Self Diagnosis
Supported model
SERVICE MANUAL
AZ2-F Chassis
Segment: 3a-1
KDL-46NX725
LCD Digital Color TV
9-888-410-01
MODEL LIST
MODEL COMMANDER DESTINATION MODEL COMMANDER DESTINATION
KDL-40NX725 RM-YD062 CHILE/PERU KDL-46NX725 RM-YD062 CHILE/PERU
KDL-40NX725 RM-YD062 VENEZUELA KDL-46NX725 RM-YD062 VENEZUELA
9-888-410-01
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section 1 - Safety and Features.................................................1 Section 2 - Software Requirements.........................................15
Warnings and Cautions...............................................................1 Overview...................................................................................15
Handling the FFC Connector......................................................3 Software Updates for Customers..............................................15
Special Handling Instructions When Software Updates for Servicers................................................16
Replacing the LCD Panel Assembly......................................4 Software Update Responsibility................................................. 16
Safety-Related Warnings............................................................5 Checking the Software Version.................................................. 16
Safety Check-Out........................................................................6 Examples of Software Correctable Symptoms........................... 17
Self Diagnosis Function..............................................................8
Section 3 - Chassis Overview...................................................18
Overview.....................................................................................9
Overview...................................................................................18
Features......................................................................................9
Overall Circuit Description.........................................................20
See It All in 3D.............................................................................. 9
Main Board................................................................................20
Dynamic Edge LED Backlight...................................................... 9
Tuner.......................................................................................... 20
Sleek Design................................................................................ 9
X-Reality Processor.................................................................... 20
OptiContrast™ Panel................................................................... 9
Audio Amplifier........................................................................... 20
MotionFlow™ XR 240.................................................................. 9
Temperature Sensor................................................................... 20
Internet Streaming & Connectivity.............................................. 10
Power Supply............................................................................21
X-Reality™ Engine..................................................................... 10
Power Supply for Backlight System........................................... 21
Intelligent Presence Sensor....................................................... 10
LD Board (Local Dimming)........................................................21
Navigation Made Easy............................................................... 10
Faster Start-Up........................................................................... 10
3D IR Emitter.............................................................................21
Energy Saving Switch................................................................ 10 Wireless LAN Board..................................................................21
USB Photos, Videos & Music..................................................... 10 Switch Unit................................................................................21
LightSensor™ Technology..........................................................11 USB Camera.............................................................................21
BRAVIA® Sync™ Compatible.....................................................11 IR Board....................................................................................22
Specifications............................................................................12 LCD Panel Assembly................................................................22
TCON Board............................................................................... 22
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Diagrams...................................................................................23 Screws......................................................................................48
Block Diagram............................................................................ 23 Connectors................................................................................48
Connector Diagrams.................................................................. 25 KDL-40NX725 Only.................................................................... 48
KDL-46NX725 Only.................................................................... 48
Section 4 - Troubleshooting......................................................29
Accessories and Packaging......................................................49
Overview...................................................................................29
Miscellaneous...........................................................................49
Updating the Software................................................................ 29
Remote Commander.................................................................49
Triage Chart..............................................................................30
Wire Dressing............................................................................50
Protection Shutdown.................................................................31
KDL-40NX725 Only.................................................................... 50
Standby LED Flash Count.......................................................... 31
KDL-46NX725 Only.................................................................... 50
Diagnostic Code Descriptions...................................................34
Viewing the Self Check Diagnostic History................................ 35 Section 7 - Service Adjustments..............................................51
Overview...................................................................................51
Section 5 - Flow Charts and Diagrams....................................36
Updating the Software...............................................................51
Overview...................................................................................36
No Power.................................................................................... 37
Accessing Service Adjustment Mode........................................51
Viewing or Changing Service Data............................................. 52
Standby LED Blinking................................................................. 39
No Picture................................................................................... 40 Verifying Service Adjustments...................................................53
Verifying the Segment Code....................................................... 53
Section 6 - Disassembly/Part Number Information................42 Verifying the Destination............................................................. 53
Table-Top Stand Assembly Removal.........................................42 Verifying the Model Name.......................................................... 54
Rear Cover and AC Cover Removal.........................................43 Optional Adjustments................................................................54
Switch Unit, HEM2 Board, Camera Module, and Setting White Balance Adjustments........................................... 54
Wireless LAN Card Removal...............................................44
Resetting the TV to Factory Condition......................................56
G4BW/G5AW (Power Supply) Board and Resetting the TV to Factory Condition Using Service Mode...... 56
LD Board Removal..............................................................45
BATL (Main) Board Removal.....................................................46
Center Cabinet, HLT2 Board and LCD Panel Removal............47
Cleaning the LCD Panel............................................................. 47
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Appendix A - Removing the Rear Cover................................ A-1
Removing the Power Cord from the Rear Cover.................... A-1
Appendix B - Attaching the Rear Cover................................. B-1

KDL-40NX725 Only ............................................................... B-1
KDL-46NX725 Only ............................................................... B-2
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SECTION 1 - SAFETY AND FEATURES
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
CAUTION
These servicing instructions are for use by qualified service personnel only. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform any servicing other
than that contained in the operating instructions unless you are qualified to do so.
CARRYING THE TV
• Disconnect all cables when carrying the TV.
• Carry the TV with the adequate number of people; larger size TVs require two or more people.
• Correct hand placement while carrying the TV is very important for safety and to avoid damage.
WARNING!!
An isolation transformer should be used during any service to avoid possible shock hazard, because of live chassis. The chassis of this receiver is
directly connected to the AC power line.
! SAFETY-RELATED COMPONENT WARNING!!
Components identified by shading and ! mark on the exploded views are critical for safe operation.
Replace all components with Sony parts whose part numbers appear as shown in this manual or in supplements published by Sony. It is essential
that all critical parts be replaced only with the part number specified in this manual to prevent electric shock, fire, or other hazard.
Circuit adjustments that are critical for safe operation are identified in this manual.
Follow these procedures whenever critical components are replaced or improper operation is suspected.
NOTE: Do not modify the original design without obtaining written permission from the manufacturer or you will void the original parts and labor
guarantee.
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CAUTION
W Do Not use paper towels, any type of abrasive pad, rags, rubber or vinyl materials to clean the screen. Using these materials could easily
scratch the screen which may result in permanent damage.
W Do Not use any cleaning product containing alkaline/acid cleaner, scouring powder, or volatile solvent, such as alcohol, ammonia,
benzene, thinner or insecticide. Using any of these harsh cleaners may result in permanent damage to the screen.
W Do Not spray water or detergent directly onto the TV screen . If liquid drips into the bottom of the screen it may cause a failure.
CLEANING THE LCD PANEL

CAUTION: When cleaning the TV, be sure to unplug the power cord to avoid any chance of electric shock.
Clean the cabinet of the TV with a dry soft cloth.
Wipe the LCD screen gently with a soft cloth.
R Stubborn stains may be removed with a cloth slightly moistened with a solution of mild soap and warm water.
R If using a chemically pretreated cloth, please follow the instruction provided on the package.
R Never use strong solvents such as a thinner, alcohol or benzine for cleaning.
R Periodic vacuuming of the ventilation openings is recommended to ensure to proper ventilation.
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HANDLING THE FFC CONNECTOR
DISCONNECTING THE FFC CONNECTOR CONNECTING THE FFC CONNECTOR

1. Gently press down on the release tab of the connector slot. 1. Holding onto the reinforcement tab,
2. Holding onto the reinforcement tab of the FFC connector, insert the FFC connector into the connector slot.
pull out the connector while continuing to hold down
the release tab of the connector slot.
(See caution below.)
Use the
Press down tab to
insert
connector.
Use the
tab to
2 remove
connector.
Main Board
Main Board
CAUTION: The FFC connector can be inserted into the Main Board upside down.
Use caution when you connecting or removing the FFC connector. If it is inserted upside down, the pins on the FFC connector
Remove the connector by the reinforcement tab only. will short-circuit and damage the board.
Reinforcement tab shows

Terminal side shows
Inserted Correctly Inserted Incorrectly

Correct Incorrect
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SPECIAL HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS WHEN REPLACING THE LCD PANEL ASSEMBLY

Use the following precautionary guidelines when handling the LCD Panel Assembly to avoid material degradation or screen coating degradation,
and ensure that dust, dirt, or fingerprints are not left between the glass and the LCD Panel Assembly.
1. After removing the boards and connectors, note where the frame is on the panel. (Figure 1)
2. Lift the LCD Panel Assembly by holding the top and bottom of the panel approximately 200mm from the edge with your palms
on the back of the panel. (Figure 2)
CAUTION: Lifting or holding the panel at the corners may damage the panel.
3. Use the same method when taking the replacement panel out of the carton. (Figure 3)

Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3
CAUTION: DO NOT lift the LCD Panel by holding the short side of the panel or by placing your palms on the front glass. (Figures 4 & 5)

Figure 4 Figure 5
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SAFETY-RELATED WARNINGS
USE CAUTION WHEN HANDLING THE LCD PANEL

When repairing the LCD panel, be sure you are grounded by using a wrist band.
When installing the LCD panel on a wall, the LCD panel must be secured using the 4 mounting holes on the rear cover.
1. Do not press on the panel or frame edge to avoid the risk of electric shock.
2. Do not scratch or press on the panel with any sharp objects.
3. Do not leave the module in high temperatures or in areas of high humidity for an extended period of time.
4. Do not expose the LCD panel to direct sunlight.
5. Avoid contact with water. It may cause a short circuit within the module.
6. Disconnect the AC power when replacing the backlight or inverter circuit.
(High voltage occurs at the inverter circuit at 650Vrms.)
7. Always clean the LCD panel with a soft cloth material.
8. Use care when handling the wires or connectors of the inverter circuit. Damaging the wires may cause a short.
9. Protect the panel from ESD to avoid damaging the electronic circuit (C-MOS).
10. During the repair, DO NOT leave the Power On for more than 1 hour while the TV is face down on a cloth.
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SAFETY CHECK-OUT
After correcting the original service problem, perform the following safety checks before releasing the set to the customer:
1. Check the area of your repair for unsoldered or poorly soldered connections. Check the entire board surface for solder
splashes and bridges.
2. Check the interboard wiring to ensure that no wires are “pinched” or touching high-wattage resistors.
3. Check that all control knobs, shields, covers, ground straps, and mounting hardware have been replaced. Be absolutely
certain that you have replaced all the insulators.
4. Look for unauthorized replacement parts, particularly transistors, that were installed during a previous repair. Point them out
to the customer and recommend their replacement.
5. Look for parts which, though functioning, show obvious signs of deterioration. Point them out to the customer and
recommend their replacement.
6. Check the line cords for cracks and abrasion. Recommend the replacement of any such line cord to the customer.
7. Check the antenna terminals, metal trim, “metallized” knobs, screws, and all other exposed metal parts for AC leakage.
Check leakage as described below.
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LEAKAGE TEST To Exposed Metal

The AC leakage from any exposed metal part to earth ground and from all exposed Parts on Set
metal parts to any exposed metal part having a return to chassis, must not exceed
0.5 mA(500 microamperes). Leakage current can be measured by any one of three
methods.
AC
1. A commercial leakage tester, such as the Simpson 229 or RCA 0.15 µF Voltmeter
(0.75V)
WT-540A. Follow the manufacturers’ instructions to use these
instructions.
2. A battery-operated AC milliampmeter. The Data Precision 245 digital
multimeter is suitable for this job.
Earth Ground
3. Measuring the voltage drop across a resistor by means of a VOM
or battery-operated AC voltmeter. The “limit” indication is 0.75 V, so
analog meters must have an accurate low voltage scale.
Figure A. Using an AC voltmeter to check AC leakage.
4. The Simpson’s 250 and Sanwa SH-63TRD are examples of
passive VOMs that are suitable. Nearly all battery-operated digital
multimeters that have a 2 VAC range are suitable (see Figure A).
HOW TO FIND A GOOD EARTH GROUND

A cold-water pipe is a guaranteed earth ground; the cover-plate retaining screw on
most AC outlet boxes is also at earth ground.
Trouble Light
If the retaining screw is to be used as your earth ground, verify that it is at ground Ohmmeter
by measuring the resistance between it and a cold-water pipe with an ohmmeter. AC Outlet Box
The reading should be zero ohms.
If a cold-water pipe is not accessible, connect a 60-to 100-watt trouble-light (not a
neon lamp) between the hot side of the receptacle and the retaining screw. Try both Cold-water Pipe
slots, if necessary, to locate the hot side on the line; the lamp should light at normal
brilliance if the screw is at ground potential (see Figure B).
Figure B. Checking for earth ground.
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Self Diagnosis
Supported model SECTION 1 - SAFETY AND FEATURES
SELF DIAGNOSIS FUNCTION

The TVs in this manual contain a self-diagnostic function. If an error occurs, the standby LED will automatically begin to flash. The number of
times the LED flashes translates to a probable source of the problem. A definition of the standby LED flash indicator is listed in the Operating
Instruction manual for the user’s reference.
If an error symptom cannot be reproduced, the remote commander can be used to review the failure occurrence data stored in memory to reveal
past problems and how often these problems occur.
For complete information, refer to “Section 4 - Troubleshooting” on page 29.
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OVERVIEW FEATURES
The AZ2-F chassis is one of several designs for the 2011 model line Several new features are introduced in this chassis model lineup
of Sony Bravia® LCD televisions. This manual covers the following along with some carryovers from the previous year.
models:
KDL-40NX725 SEE IT ALL IN 3D
KDL-46NX725 Enjoy incredible depth and a sharp, Full HD 1080p picture from the
leader in 3D technology. (3D Active Glasses required, sold separately)
DYNAMIC EDGE LED BACKLIGHT

Experience enhanced picture quality and contrast with local
dimming technology. It sharpens image contrast giving an amazingly
crisp picture you can see. The backlight system allows for a more
environmentally friendly television than traditional CCFL-tube TVs.
SLEEK DESIGN
Sony’s monolithic design consists of an elegant sheet of glass
stretching from edge-to-edge. It looks just as good when it’s off as it
does when it’s on.
OPTICONTRAST™ PANEL
Sony’s exclusive panel technology boosts contrast and brightness,
making for an enhanced viewing experience.
MOTIONFLOW™ XR 240
See smooth and precise detail during fast-action scenes. Sony’s
Motionflow XR 240 technology for fast action movies and sports by
reducing blur caused by quick camera movements, enhancing image
sharpness, and overall creates a clearer picture.
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INTERNET STREAMING & CONNECTIVITY INTELLIGENT PRESENCE SENSOR
Internet Streaming & Widgets: Internet favorites now streaming Enjoy an incredibly customized picture and sound experience every
on your television. In addition to Qriocity™, watch hit movies with time. Sony’s Intelligent Presence Sensor uses built-in Face Detection
Netflix®, popular TV shows on Hulu Plus™ or user-generated video on technology to turn itself off if no one is watching, warns children when
YouTube™. You can even listen to personalized music on Pandora®. they’re too close to the screen and adjusts picture and sound based
Enjoy the widest selection of internet content at your fingertips. And on where people are sitting in the room.
with Internet Widgets, you can access news headlines, weather
updates, or play games while you watch TV.1
NAVIGATION MADE EASY
Skype™ Ready: Easily connect to family and friends live on your
Enjoy an easy-to-use menu that allows you to navigate additional
HDTV wherever they are with Skype! Enjoy free high definition
content or adjust the picture settings while watching your favorite
Skype-to–Skype video calls from the comfort of your living room.
program.
Simply attach the Sony® compact microphone/camera (required,
sold separately) and see your friends on the big screen – it’s unlike
any experience you could get on a PC.2 FASTER START-UP
Integrated Wi-Fi®:Conveniently stream entertainment straight from Quick Start & Viewing feature enables this Sony television to go from
the Internet and from your home network using the built-in Wi-Fi®.1 ‘OFF’ to ‘ON’ 2-3 times faster than previous Sony televisions.
DLNA® Streaming: Access and share photos, videos and music on

your TV by streaming them from compatible DLNA® device like your ENERGY SAVING SWITCH
PC or Playstation®3 system.3 Even when turned off, most electronics are still using energy if they
are plugged in. With Sony’s Energy Saving Switch you can easily
X-REALITY™ ENGINE eliminate this standby power without the fuss of plugging and
unplugging the cord. When the switch is turned in the “OFF” position
Enjoy a vivid, lifelike picture experience. Sony’s X-Reality engine it reduces the television’s standby power to nearly nothing.
brings out the best by analyzing each scene so you see sharpened
images, and amazing contrast detail.
USB PHOTOS, VIDEOS & MUSIC
Share your photos on the big screen or listen to your favorite music.
Simply connect your digital camera, USB-enabled MP3 player, or
USB storage device directly to your HDTV’s USB input.
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LIGHTSENSOR™ TECHNOLOGY
Enjoy customized picture brightness and save energy without lifting
a finger. The built-in Light Sensor automatically adjusts the picture
brightness based on the amount of light in the room.
BRAVIA® SYNC™ COMPATIBLE

Conveniently operate and control other BRAVIA® Sync™ compatible
devices - including BRAVIA® HDTVs, Blu-ray Disc™ Players,
surround sound systems, Handycam® camcorders and Cyber-shot®
digital still cameras, all with one remote control when connected via
HDMI.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Sistema
Sistema de TV Análogo:NTSC 3.58 / PAL-M / PAL-N
Digital: SBTVD
Cobertura de canales VHF: 2-13, UHF: 14-69
CATV (Análogo): 1-135
Sistema del panel Panel LCD (pantalla de cristal líquido)
Salida de bocinas 10 W + 10 W + 10 W
Tomas de entrada/salida
CABLE/ANTENNA Terminal externo de 75 ohms para entrada de señal de radiofrecuencia
(Cable/Antena)
VIDEO IN 1/2 VIDEO / AUDIO
(Entrada de video 1/2)
COMPONENT IN YPBPR (video componente)
Formato de señal: 480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p
AUDIO
HDMI IN 1/2/3/4 HDMI: Video: 480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, 720p, 720/24p/30p, 1080i, 1080p, 1080/24p/30p
(Entrada HDMI 1/2/3/4) HDMI: Audio: PCM lineal de dos canales 32, 44,1 y 48 kHz, 16, 20 y 24 bits, Dolby Digital
Entrada de audio analógico (minitoma) (solo HDMI IN 4)
ARC (solo HDMI IN 1)
AUDIO OUT (Salida de audio)/ 500 mV rms (típico)
Auriculares Minitoma estéreo
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT Señal de audio óptica digital PCM/Dolby Digital
(OPTICAL)
PC IN (Entrada de PC) Subminiatura D de 15 contactos, RGB analógico
PC/HDMI 4 AUDIO IN Minitoma estéreo
(Entrada de audio de PC/HDMI)
LAN Conector 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX (La velocidad de la conexión podría variar en función
del entorno de red. No se garantizan la tasa de comunicación ni la calidad de comunicación
10BASE-T/100BASE-TX para este TV.)
USB/DLNA Consulte el i-Manual para el formato compatible.
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Nombre del modelo KDL-
Alimentación y otras especificaciones
46NX725 40NX725 Verificación de los
Requisitos de alimentación 110-240 V ca, 50/60 Hz accesorios
Consumo energético
123 W 118 W
en uso Control remoto (1)*1
en espera Menos de 0,3 W
Tamaño de pantalla (cm) 116,8 101,6 Pilas de tamaño AAA (2)
(medido diagonalmente)(pulgadas) 46 40 Soporte de sobremesa (1)*2
Resolución del monitor 1.920 puntos (horizontal) × 1.080 líneas (vertical)
Bocina Tornillos de fijación para el soporte
Gama completa (mm) 20 × 90 (2) de sobremesa (M5 × 16) (3)
De bajas frecuencias (mm) 60 (1)
Dimensiones con soporte (mm) 1.084 × 694 × 258 949 × 618 × 213 Tornillos de montaje para el soporte
sin soporte (mm) 1.084 × 663 × 27 9 49 × 58 7 × 27 de sobremesa (M6 × 14) (4)
patrón de orificios de
montaje mural (mm)
300 × 300 (para KDL-46NX725)
tamaño de tornillos de
M6 (longitud: consulte el Guía de configuración) Tornillos de montaje para el soporte
montaje mural (mm)
Peso con soporte (kg) 20,2 17,0 de sobremesa (M6 × 14) (3)
sin soporte (kg) 15,8 13,1 (para KDL-40NX725)
Accesorios suministrados Consulte “Verificación de los accesorios”.
Accesorios opcionales Cables de conexión
Llave hexagonal (1)
Kit de correa de soporte Adaptador video/componente (1)
Soporte de montaje mural: SU-WL700/SU-WL500
Soporte para colgar en la pared: SU-WH500
Manual de instrucciones (este
Soporte de TV: SU-B461S (para KDL-46NX725) manual) y otros documentos
SU-B401S (para KDL-40NX725) *1 Consulte el número del modelo impreso en el
Gafas 3D: TDG-BR250/TDG-BR200/TDG-BR100/TDG-BR50
Adaptador USB para LAN inalámbrica control remoto.
Temperatura de funcionamiento 0 °C - 40 °C *2 Se requiere ensamblar la base de soporte de
• La disponibilidad de los accesorios opcionales dependerá de las existencias. sobremesa. Para ensamblar la base de soporte
• La disponibilidad de los accesorios opcionales depende de los países o regiones. de sobremesa consulte el folleto suministrado
• El diseño y las especificaciones están sujetos a cambios sin previo aviso. de la base de soporte de sobremesa.
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Información de licencias
Macintosh es una marca comercial de Apple Inc., registrada en EE. UU. y otros países.
HDMI, el logotipo de HDMI y High-Definition Multimedia Interface son marcas comerciales o marcas comerciales registradas de HDMI
Licensing, LLC. en EE. UU. y en otros países.
Fergason Patent Properties, LLC:
Nº de patente de EE. UU. 5.717.422
Nº de patente de EE. UU. 6.816.141
Fabricado bajo licencia de Dolby Laboratories. Dolby y el símbolo de la doble D son marcas comerciales de Dolby Laboratories.
Blu-ray Disc es una marca comercial.
“BRAVIA” y , S-Force, Motionflow, BRAVIA Sync y son marcas comerciales o marcas registradas de Sony Corporation.
“PlayStation” es una marca comercial registrada y “PS3” es una marca comercial de Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.
DLNA®, el logotipo de DLNA y DLNA CERTIFIED® son marcas comerciales, marcas de servicio o marcas de certificación de Digital Living
Network Alliance.
El logotipo de “FACE DETECTION” es una marca comercial registrada de Sony Corporation.
TrackID es una marca comercial o una marca comercial registrada de Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications AB.
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SECTION 2 - SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS
OVERVIEW SOFTWARE UPDATES FOR CUSTOMERS
There are 2 reasons for updating the software on the TVs. The subject of software updates is a very important. The televisions
of today have advanced to the point where they are not simply a
●● Software updates for customers television anymore. They are evolving into devices that are designed
These updates are for enhancements or improvements that to integrate with numerous other devices found in the home. Some
have been made to the software after the TV was released. examples are: Portable audio and video devices, still cameras, home
computer networks and accessing the internet to name a few.
●● Software update for servicers
These updates are specifically for servicers to use during a Communications with these varying devices requires that the
service call. television be compatible with varying communications protocols.
Although standards are detailed for each of these protocols, the real
world dictates that occasional errors may occur that could prevent
devices from operating or communicating properly.
Keeping the software in the television up-to-date is a procedure that
is normally handled by the owner of the television. Most customers
who own computers and other digital devices are familiar with and are
accustomed to updating the software in their products. If a customer
contacts the Sony Customer Support Center and it is deemed to
be correctable with a software update, the issue is handled at the
customer level.
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SOFTWARE UPDATES FOR SERVICERS SOFTWARE UPDATE RESPONSIBILITY
Software updates are designed to be performed by the customer.
The models in this manual utilize a “generic” type Main Board. In
Warranty repairs in which the issue can be resolved by a software
the past, many different Main Boards needed to be stocked due to
update are not reimbursable. Most issues involving software
differences in software requirements. The software loaded on the
updates are handled by the customer service center and should not
board was specific to the model and its features along with the type
be directed to an authorized service center. It is the responsibility
of LCD panel installed during production.
of the servicer to prevent service calls for issues that involve
Replacement Main Boards are now stocked with basic software. software updates. Exceptions to this are certain cases whereby the
Once the replacement board is installed in the unit, the most current customer is unable or unwilling to perform the task. In this situation,
software needs to be installed using a USB thumb drive containing the servicer will be notified and receive the proper authorization for
the necessary software downloaded. reimbursement.
This new method of supplying Main Boards significantly reduces the It is the servicer’s responsibility, however, to make certain that any
complexity of replacing LCD panels and Main Boards. Information TV requiring a legitimate service is running the latest software
about the LCD panel is stored on the TCON circuits. This information version and to install it if necessary.
is automatically loaded onto the Main Board when the TV is powered
up. With the correct software version the Main Board and/or the
TCON or LCD panel can be replaced more efficiently.
CHECKING THE SOFTWARE VERSION
The easiest way to check the version of software that is currently on
In addition to software installation, service adjustment information
the TV is to access the Contact Sony screen by using the customer
may need to be modified or verified to complete the service of the
menu.
TV. Service adjustment information is covered in “Section 7 - Service
Adjustments” on page 51.
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EXAMPLES OF SOFTWARE CORRECTABLE
SYMPTOMS
Most symptoms that are correctable by software updates involve
communications issues with other devices or minor glitches in
the operation of a specific function. Below is a list of some of the
symptoms that may be corrected with a software update:
●● Fluctuations in picture brightness
●● Intermittent picture freezing or noise
●● Problems with certain inputs (especially HDMI)
●● Intermittent or distorted audio
●● Erratic remote control operation
●● Unit turns on and off by itself
●● Loss of color
●● Internet connectivity
●● Certain features not working correctly

(photo or video file viewing)Loss of color
●● Internet connectivity
●● Certain features not working correctly

(photo or video file viewing)
KDL-40NX725/46NX725 17
SECTION 3 - CHASSIS OVERVIEW
OVERVIEW
The primary circuits contained in the AZ2-F chassis for the consists of a Main Board (designated as the BATV board), Power Supply Board
(designated as the G4BW Board for the 40” models and G5AW Board for the 46” models), the Motion Sensor (HEM2 Board), the IR Board (HLT2
Board), the Switch Unit, and the LCD Panel assembly.
NOTE: For connector part number information, refer to “Connectors” on page 48. For Wire Dressing information, refer to “Wire Dressing” on page 50.
Wireless LAN Card
LD Board
G4BW Board BATL Board
Switch Unit
TCON
HEM2 Board Camera Module HLT2 Board
Figure 3-1. BOARD LAYOUT FOR KDL-40NX725 ONLY
KDL-40NX725/46NX725 18
Wireless LAN Card
LD Board
G5AW Board BATL Board
Switch Unit TCON
HEM2 Board Camera Module HLT2 Board
Figure 3-2. BOARD LAYOUT FOR KDL-46NX725 ONLY
KDL-40NX725/46NX725 19
OVERALL CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION HDMI Input and Switching: The customer can select the HDMI1,
HDMI2, HDMI3, HDMI4 input via the HDMI switch IC5500. Each
“Figure 3-3. Overall Block Diagram” on page 23 provides an overview HDMI input contains a common EDI NVM (internal to IC5500) to
of the AZ2-F chassis. The following are descriptions of the boards provide display information data to any device connected via the
and their functions. HDMI inputs.
LVDS Transmitter: Integrated into IC9000 is a Low Voltage
MAIN BOARD Differential Signaling (LVDS) transmitter. This circuit converts
the 8-bit parallel RGB video information into a set of high speed
Common to all models the Main Board, designated as the BATL
serial lines for noise-free transmission to the TCON circuits located
Board, contains the TV control, video, and audio processing circuitry.
internally to the LCD panel.
All these functions are accomplished using the X-Reality Processor
IC9000. Scan Converter: Signal processing circuit that performs resolution
conversion (aspect ratio) and interlaced to progressive scan (IP)
TUNER conversion
The tuner is a combination ATSC/NTSC unit. It can receive traditional

analog NTSC signals via cable or terrestrial along with ATSC digital
AUDIO AMPLIFIER
signals via terrestrial (8VSB) or cable (64 or 256 QAM). The audio amplifier (IC4601) amplifies the digital audio output of the
X-Reality processor and sends it to the speakers.
X-REALITY PROCESSOR
IC9000 performs the majority of the necessary audio and video
TEMPERATURE SENSOR
processing on the main board. The temperature sensor detects over-temperature conditions on the
Main Board, LCD Panel, or ambient room temperature and sends
TV Microprocessor: The CPU internal to the X-Reality processor
the shutdown signal to the processor.
controls all aspects of the television functions. Input from the user
along with monitoring of critical circuits is also performed by this
CPU.
Digital Audio and Video Decoder: The MPEG2 and Digital Dolby
audio streams are received from the tuner for decompression. All
video sources which are not native 1920 X 1080p 60HZ are scaled to
this resolution. Digital audio content is output to the class D amplifier
for processing and amplification.
KDL-40NX725/46NX725 20
POWER SUPPLY LD BOARD (LOCAL DIMMING)
There are different Power Supply Boards used in the models in this The LD Driver Board is controlled by the TCON/HFR Board to perform
manual. The type of board depends on the size of LCD panel. They overall backlight power-on, backlight level, and local dimming
are: functions. The negative voltage rail is pulse width modulated to
G4BW (40”) control the on time of the LED backlights. LED backlight brightness
is controlled in 4 separate groups (quadrants).
G5AW (46”)
3D IR EMITTER
There are 3 distinct sections on the power supply:
Designated as the HEM2 Board, this board is the internal 3D IR
Standby Supply: Continuously operational as long as AC power is
Emitter to synchronize the 3D shutter glasses..
applied, the standby supply generates 3.3V for the circuits requiring
power while the unit is turned off. An unregulated 19V line is present
to provide power to the main relay, PFC and main power supply at
WIRELESS LAN BOARD
turn-on.
The wireless transmit/receive circuits are located on this board to
Main Supply: Once the power supply receives a power-on command communicate with a wireless network.
from the CPU on the Main Board, the main switching supply is turned
on to provide a regulated 12V source and an regulated 24V source SWITCH UNIT
for the LED power supply circuits.
This board contains the power, channel, and volume up/down and
Converter: Generates the B+ for the local dimming (LD board) menu buttons.
circuits to control the backlighting level.
USB CAMERA
POWER SUPPLY FOR BACKLIGHT SYSTEM A USB camera is located on the front bezel below the Sony logo.
Power for the LED backlights is provided for the LD board via the Special software is located inside IC9000 to use the camera for
G4BW (40”) and G5AW (46”). power and picture control management. Face recognition software
can determine whether someone is viewing the television. The
number of people, distance from the TV, location from center, and
whether the person(s) are looking at the television provides data to
control the picture brightness and contrast. A lack of face recognition
(no one viewing the television) can also be used to turn off the
backlights, and, eventually turn the TV off for power savings.
KDL-40NX725/46NX725 21
IR BOARD LCD PANEL ASSEMBLY
Designated as the HLT2 Board, the IR Board contains the power, The LCD Panel Assembly includes the LCD Panel, TCON Board,
standby, and timer LED’s are located on this board along with the IR and LED Backlight system.
remote receiver and light level sensor.
NOTE: The LD Board is not always included with the LCD Panel.
Check with the LCD panel manual for the most update information
regarding this.
The LCD Panel contains the actual liquid crystals, color filters, and
polarizers. The liquid crystals are manipulated by the applied voltage
to pass a specific amount of light - from the backlight- depending on
the level of voltage applied.
The TCON performs all the control, timing, charge, and discharge
functions driving the operation of the LCD Panel.
A new LCD Panel assembly from parts will include the following
items.
1. LCD Panel
2. LED Backlighting Components (varies)
3. TCON Board
TCON BOARD
The TCON Board communicates between the LCD Panel and the
microprocessor on the Main Board. (NOTE: The TCON Board is not
available as a replacement part for all models.)
KDL-40NX725/46NX725 22
DIAGRAMS
BLOCK DIAGRAM L
IC4601
AMP
R
OPTICAL
RF TUNER
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO 1 CVBS
ANALOG AUDIO
OUT
VIDEO 2 CVBS/COMP
HDMI 1 IC9000 IR
IC5500 WIRELESS
HDMI 2 A/V TRANSMITTER
HDMI LAN CARD
DECODER
HDMI 3 SWITCH
EQ
VIDEO HEM2
HDMI 4 PROCESS
PC HD15
EITHERNET
LVDS HFR
USB2.0 USB HUB
TCON
USB2.0
LCD PANEL
USB
CAMERA
BATL
LED DRIVE
LED
LD
IR RX
LOGO SWITCH
LIGHT SENSE
LED UNIT
HLR
POWER SUPPLY/
CONVERTER
AC IN
G4BW (40")
G5AW (46")
Figure 3-3. OVERALL BLOCK DIAGRAM
KDL-40NX725/46NX725 23
USB1 Ether
DiSEqC_Out
MS USB2
H Con. TCON
X’tal 27MHz
DDC
DiSEqC_In
27M
Silicon
P
[LNBH23]
Satellite LNA Tuner

Zero-IF
Ext Demod
X_SYSTEM1_RST
X_SYSTEM1_RST
IFAGC TS2
Cable
5V
5V
A
[HORUS3] [SEKITO2] I2CB
DDR3
DMD_CLK_ENABLE2 USB4 USB3 Current Current
PEL3 N
SW Limit Limit –1333
5V
DMD_CLK_ENABLE1
DMD_RST BD Wifi [TPS2553DBV] [TPS2553DBV]
2Gb
Current
E
X’tal
Limit
4M
Silicon One–
Aerial LNA Tuner IF2
Ext Demod
[MIC2005] USB Ether
NAND
DDR3 BACKLIGHT
LUT_SEL1/X_TCON_RST/LR_FLAG
L
0
0
HUB PHY
IFAGC TS1 [GL850G] [RTL8201E] Muxed –1333
[ASCOT2Sip] IF1 [GAIA1a] I2CB
Crystal 2Gb 2Gb
X’tal
PEM_WDT/XBUSY/BINT
12M
MODE_PEM/TCON_RDY
X_SYSTEM1_RST
SA_MODE/LUT_SEL0
41M
TMDS1
HDMI1 DDC1 LVDS
T_PANEL_SEL
DDC_5V_1
(ARC) HPD1
ARC
LVDS_ODD
LVDS_EVEN
I2C_C
CEC1 I2CA
TMDS2
DDC2 EQ SW
HDMI2 DDC_5V_2
HPD2 [Sil9287B]
TS
CEC2 X’tal SYSTEM2_PWR SYSTEM1_PWR
TMDS3 41M
1.5V
DDC3 IF1 1.2V
DDC REG_12V DDC REG_12V
HDMI3 DDC_5V_3
HPD3
X’tal SYSTEM2_PWR SYSTEM2_PWR T-CON_VCC
3.3->1
CEC3 48M Reset
Power
Push 3.3V
TMDS4 TMDS X’tal REG12V
32.76 AC_MON DDC REG_12V DDC REG_12V
DDC4 DDC 8K 5V REG12V
HDMI4 DDC_5V_4
HPD4
CEC
Reset
SYSTEM2_PWR
AUDIO_12V
AUDIO_12V
[PST3629] 2.5V 3.3V 3.4V S1.2V S1.8V
CEC4 LDO LDO LDO LDO STBY 3.3V
LDO
GND
Power_Control
TCON-ON
DIMMER_DC
DIMMER
BACKLIGHT_ON
COMP_Y BACKLIGHT_MON
MAIN_PWR
AC_MON
I2CA (EQSW, Temp Sensor, Hotel Clock) PFC_PWR
VideoA_Det I2CB (Ext Demod)
DIMMER2
VIDEO_CV I2CC (Panel, RGB Sensor)
PEM_LOG
CVBS
Hotel TL-JIG
VIDEO_CV UARTA(LOG)
VIDEO1_LR UARTA (LOG) UARTD
XReality
UARTB (RF-Remote) MODE_PEM
UARTC (IR Blaster/ECS) Reset
UARTC(Hotel/ECS)
I2CA(Hotel_Clock)
/ECS
X_Hotel_PWR_CTRL SIRCS
COMP_Y
COMP_Pb Temp
COMP COMP_Y, Pb, Pr COMP_Pr
I2CA
Sensor
Temp Sensor
VideoB_Det [LM75B]
COMP2_LR PC_G
ASPECT1 PC_B
Cr_Det PC_R SIRCS
PC_H
PC_V DIMMER
Sircs
DMD_CLK_ENABLE2
DIMMER_DC
Tuner_LR LOGO
VIDEO1_LR
PC_CON_Det DEBUG_LED2
PC PC_R,PC_G,PC_B,PC_H,PC_V
PC_LR COMP2_LR DEBUG_LED3
PC_5V, PC_DDC PC_LR PANEL_PWR Power_KEY
Line Out_LR
DMD_CLK_ENABLE1
DMD_RST
KEY
KEY
OPAMP X_WIFI_RST UARTE
[NJU72040V] HP_DET
HP/Line HP_/ Line Out Det
HP/Line Out LR SPDIF_SEL
Out Tuner_LR X_AUDIO_MON
HDMIEQ_INT
SPDIF SPDIF Atreyu_SPDIF Light_Sensor_Det

Light Sensor
Human_Sensor_Det
Assist Assist Speaker_Out

Audio Main Speaker_Out_LR
Human Sensor
Power AMP POWER_LED
SPEAKER
Assist Speaker_Out_LR STBY_LED
X_SYSTEM1_RST [D–510D]
TIMER_LED
REC_LED LED
DATA1
TCON_RDY
BINT
SA_MODE
X_TCON_RST
PC_CON_DET
CR_DET
VIDEOB_DET
VIDEOA_DET
X_AUDIO_MUTE2
X_AUDIO_MUTE1
PFC_PWR
BACKLIGHT_ON
NMI
X_SYSTEM1_RST
REC_LED
POWER_LED
X_RF_RST
X_HOTEL_PWR_CTRL
DEBUG_LED1
POWER_KEY
PFC_MON
AC_MON
MAIN_SS_MON
SYSTEM2_PWR
SYSTEM1_PWR
MAIN_PWR
PIC_MUTE_LED
TIMER_LED
STBY_LED
BACKLIGHT_MON
PANEL_PWR_Det
PANEL_SEL
Human_Sensor_Det
Light_Sensor_Det
KEY
DC_MON
PIC_MUTE_LED
Audio
Main Main Speaker_Out_LR Power AMP
[D–510D]
SPEAKER X_FAULT AUDIO_MON
X_SYSTEM1_RST
X_AUDIO_MUTE1
Digital Video/TS/TMDS
Analog Video
Digital Audio
Analog Audio
PWM
Analog Signal
UART
I2C
SPI H/L
Panelless
Figure 3-4. ENGINEERING BLOCK DIAGRAM
KDL-40NX725/46NX725 24
CONNECTOR DIAGRAMS
(Only Interface between board and board
LOGO module BAT-L board T-con Board (PEL3 )

GND 1 40 To BAT BLK Board
LOGO 2 38 WW JP Panel_Ctrl1 / NC 1 51 Panel_Ctrl1 / NC
SONY LOGO illumination module 3 5 8 1 WIFI GND Panel_Ctrl2 / TCON_RDY 2 50 Panel_Ctrl2 / TCON_RDY
1a/2b-1/2b-2/3a-1/ASURA THRU5V 4 39 2 4 2 WIFI VBUS Panel_Ctrl3 / T_TD_HSYNC 3 49 Panel_Ctrl3 / T_TD_HSYNC PANEL FFC -OUT1 1
1-820-181-11 3 6 3 WIFI USB_P Panel_Ctrl4 / X_FRC_RST 4 48 NC SLCD : 96pin -OUT2 2
SHARP : 80pin
1 1 4 GND Panel_Ctrl5 / LR_FLAG(For Asura) 5 47 Panel_Ctrl5 / LR_FLAG(For Asura) NC 3
AUO : ??pin
4 7 5 WIFI USB_N Panel_Ctrl6 / SA_MODE 6 46 Panel_Ctrl6 / SA_MODE CMI : -OUT3 4
5 6 WIFI GND Panel_Ctrl7 / SETON2(NC) 7 45 NC 32" 37" 60 pin -OUT4 5
SW module 7 WIFI RST Panel_Ctrl8 / PANEL_SEL 8 44 NC 40" 55" 80pin CN1000
GND 1 36 1 8 CAMERA VBUS Panel_Ctrl9 / BINT 9 43 Panel_Ctrl9 / BINT JST SM05B-PASS-TBT
SW module POWER_INT 2 33 3 9 CAMERA USB_P Panel_Ctrl10 / T_TD_VSYNC 10 42 Panel_Ctrl10 / T_TD_VSYNC CN1003
ALL KEY1 3 35 4 10 CAMERA GND Panel_Ctrl11 / SDA 11 41 Panel_Ctrl11 / SDA 0-844-179-01
1-822-693-11 2 11 CAMERA USB_N Panel_Ctrl12 / SCL 12 40 Panel_Ctrl12 / SCL KYOCERA ELCO +OUT1 1
5 12 CAMERA GND GND 13 LVDS-FFC 39 GND CN11 FFC 56pin 04-6802-656-000-883 + +OUT2 2
BL- H Harness
H-B 3 13 RF GND PANEL_EVEN4_P 14 B-PEL3 38 PANEL_EVEN4_P 1-822-905-11 +OUT3 3
5 14 RF Rx PANEL_EVEN4_N 15 37 PANEL_EVEN4_N GND 1 1 BL_TYPE3 +OUT4 4
2 15 RF RST PANEL_EVEN3_P 16 36 PANEL_EVEN3_P 1-PWM1 BL_TYPE2
HLT 2 board STBY+3.3V 1 29 4 16 RF Tx PANEL_EVEN3_N 17 35 PANEL_EVEN3_N 1-PWM2
2
3
2
3 BL_TYPE1
CN1001
JST SM04B-PASS-TBT
LED/IR/RGB Sensor/OPT_Sensor GND 2 27 6 17 RF STBY3.3V GND 18 34 GND 1-PWM3 4 4 REF
2b-1 LED_REC 3 25 1 18 RF UART_SEL PANEL_EVEN_CLK_P 19 33 PANEL_EVEN_CLK_P 1-PWM4 5 5 FAIL
2b-2 LED_STBY 4 21 5 19 HLR LED_ON_TIMER PANEL_EVEN_CLK_N 20 32 PANEL_EVEN_CLK_N 1-PWM5 6 6 LED_ON
3a-1 LED_TIMER 5 19 10 20 HLR SIRCS GND 21 31 GND 1-PWM6 7 LD - TC - Harness 7 LD_STDBY
LED_POWER 6 23 4 21 HLR LED_STBY PANEL_EVEN2_P 22
51pin FFC 30 PANEL_EVEN2_P 1-PWM7 NC
8 TCON - LD 8
LED_PIC_MUTE 7 26 NC 22 HLR DEVICE_SDA PANEL_EVEN2_N 23 29 PANEL_EVEN2_N 1-PWM8 9 9 12V
OPT_SENS 8 28 6 23 HLR LED_POWER PANEL_EVEN1P 24 28 PANEL_EVEN1P GND 10 10 NC
VD+3.3V 9 30 NC 24 HLR DEVICE_SCL PANEL_EVEN1_N 25 27 PANEL_EVEN1_N VLED_MPC 11 11 GND
SIRCS 10 20 3 25 HLR LED_REC PANEL_EVEN0_P 26 26 PANEL_EVEN0_P 2-PWM1 12 12 NC
DEVICE_SDA 11 NC 7 26 HLR LED_PIC_MUTE PANEL_EVEN0_N 27 25 PANEL_EVEN0_N 2-PWM2 13 56pin FFC 13 NC
DEVICE_SCL 12 NC 2 27 HLR GND GND 28 24 GND 2-PWM3 14 14 TCON_VCC
1-821-139-11 8 28 HLR OPT_SENS PANEL_ODD4_P 29 23 PANEL_ODD4_P 2-PWM4 15 15 NC
1 29 HLR STBY_3.3V PANEL_ODD4_N 30 22 PANEL_ODD4_N 2-PWM5 16 16 NC
9 30 HLR 3.3V PANEL_ODD3_P 31 21 PANEL_ODD3_P 2-PWM6 17 17 GND
31 SW STBY 3.3V PANEL_ODD3_N 32 20 PANEL_ODD3_N 2-PWM7 18 18 4-PWM8
SYNC 1 18 32 SW_KEY_DET GND 33 19 GND 2-PWM8 4-PWM7
RFRC RESET 2 15 2 33 SW_POWER_KEY PANEL_ODD_CLK_P 34 18 PANEL_ODD_CLK_P GND
19
20
19
20 4-PWM6
RFRC module GND 3 13 34 SW_KEY_RST PANEL_ODD_CLK_N 35 17 PANEL_ODD_CLK_N LD_TYPE 21 21 4-PWM5
2b-1/2b-2/2b-3/3a-1/3a-2/P-1 RX 4 16 3 35 SW_KEY GND 36 16 GND 3-PWM1 22 22 4-PWM4
only Japan TX 5 14 1 36 SW GND PANEL_ODD2_P 37 15 PANEL_ODD2_P 3-PWM2 23 23 4-PWM3
VDD 6 17 37 SW VD_5.0V PANEL_ODD2_N 38 14 PANEL_ODD2_N 3-PWM3 24 24 4-PWM2
JAM SYT10-06-WL-ET 2 38 SONY LOGO PANEL_ODD1P 39 13 PANEL_ODD1P 3-PWM4 25 25 4-PWM1
1-821-146-11 4 39 LOGO 5V PANEL_ODD1_N 40 12 PANEL_ODD1_N 3-PWM5 26 26 GND
1 40 LOGO GND PANEL_ODD0_P 41 11 PANEL_ODD0_P 3-PWM6 27 27 GND
CN9006 PANEL_ODD0_N 42 10 PANEL_ODD0_N 3-PWM7 28 28 3-PWM8
1-818-692-21 JST GND 43 9 GND 3-PWM8 29 29 3-PWM7
Wifi module Wifi module HEADER ASSENBLY 40P GND 44 8 GND GND 30 30 3-PWM6
(WW) or (JP ) Panel_Ctrl13 45 7 GND GND 31 31 3-PWM5

1 1 STBY3.3V GND 46 6 NC 4-PWM1 32 32 3-PWM4
GND 1 4 GND 1 4 2 2 RS232_RXD PANEL_VCC_SW 47 5 PANEL_VCC_SW 4-PWM2 33 33 3-PWM3
WIFI VCC 2 2 GND 2 NC 3 3 RS232_TXD PANEL_VCC_SW 48 4 PANEL_VCC_SW 4-PWM3 34 34 3-PWM2
WIFI USB_P 3 3 or WIFI VCC 3 NC 4 4 SIRCS_OUT PANEL_VCC_SW 49 3 PANEL_VCC_SW 4-PWM4 35 35 3-PWM1
WIFI USB_M 4 5 WIFI VCC 4 2 5 5 SIRCS_IN PANEL_VCC_SW 50 2 PANEL_VCC_SW 4-PWM5 36 36 LD_TYPE
WIFI GND 5 1 GND 5 6 6 6 GND PANEL_VCC_SW 51 1 PANEL_VCC_SW 4-PWM6 37 37 GND
SM05B-GHS-TB WIFI USB_P 6 3 CN9005 1-842-546-11 4-PWM7 38 38 2-PWM8
1-819-334-11 WIFI USB_M 7 5 6pin connector 182113311 FFC Direct in Connector 4-PWM8 39 39 2-PWM7
GND 8 1 I-PEX GND 40 40 2-PWM6
SM08B-GHS-TB NC 41 41 2-PWM5
1-819468-11 NC 42 42 2-PWM4
TCON_VCC 43 43 2-PWM3
NC 44 44 2-PWM2
CAMERA CAMERA VBUS 1 8
NC 45 45 2-PWM1
GND 46 46 VLED_MPC
RFRC module CAMERA USB_N 2 11
NC 47 47 GND
3a-x/2 CAMERA USB_P 3 9
1 2V 48 48 1-PWM8
only Japan CAMERA GND 4 10 G-B Harness
NC 49 49 1-PWM7
CAMERA GND 5 12
LD_STDBY 50 50 1-PWM6
MOLEX 501940-0507
LED_ON 51 51 1-PWM5
1-820-182-11
FAIL 52 52 1-PWM4
REF 53 53 1-PWM3
BL_TYPE1 54 54 1-PWM2
R3 or RU board
STBY3.3V 1 1
RS232_RXD 2 2
BL_TYPE3 56 56 GND
RS232_TXD 3 3
SIRCS_IN 4 4
SIRCS_OUT 5 5
GND 6 6
CN101
182018311 1 1 L+
2 2 L-
2 3 R-
SPEAKER L+ 1 1 1 4 R+
Fron t L- 2 2 1 5 L+
Lch 3 6 L-
Housing Speaker Connector
40"=2.1ch 6pin 0-844-427-01 JST PBVP-06V 40"=2.1ch CN4602 6pin 0-844-174-01 JST SM06B-PBVSS-TB(LF)(SN)
32"=2.0ch 4pin 0-844-426-01 JST PBVP-04V 32"=2.0ch CN4601 4pin 0-844-173-01 JST SM04B-PBVSS-TB(LF)(SN)
SPEAKER R- 2 3
Fron t R+ 1 4
Rch
(40"Onl y)
SPEAKER L+ 1 5
ASSIST NC 2
Lch L- 3 6
(40"O nly)
Refer to Sheet [ App endix_SP_Connector ]

40"=2.1ch , 32"=2.0c h
Figure 3-5. KDL-40NX725 CONNECTOR DIAGRAM (1 OF 2)
KDL-40NX725/46NX725 25
NC 1 12V
T-con Board (PEL3 )
NC 2 12V
NC 3 GND
NC 4 GND
HEM2 12V 1 1 SM04B-PASS-TBT(LF)(SN)
3D Emitter 12V 2 2 1-819-460-11
3a-V GND 3 3
GND 4 4
GLS_CTRL 5 5 1 1 12V
GLS_CTRL2 6 6 2 2 12V
EMI_FAIL 7 7 3 3 GND
NC 8 8 4 4 GND
1-821-135-11 5 5 GLS_CTRL
6 6 GLS_CTRL2
7 7 EMI_FAIL
CN6704 (32" G10AW) 8 8 NC
CN6151(40" G4BW) SJM20-28W JST SM08B-GHS-TB
To B board (100106) TC-EM Harness
T-CON_Vcc12V
GND
28
27
NC
NC
T-con PEL3-HEM2
(Only Interface between board and board)
26 NC
T-con
T-CON_VCC12V
GND 25 NC
T-CON_VCC_12V To B 24 1
GND 23 NC
BDR_ASU_12V 22 NC BAT-L board
GND NC
Option
21
BDR_ASU_12V 20 NC
GND 19 NC
REG12V 18 2 10 10 STBY_+3.3V GND 1
GND 17 4 12 9 AUDIO+12.5V UARTD_TX 2
REG12V 16 3 14 8 AUDIO+12.5V UARTD_RX 3
GND 15 5 11 7 AUDIO+12.5V_GND RESET 4
AU_12V 14 8 13 6 AUDIO+12.5V_GND STBY_+3.3V 5
AU_GND 5 REG+12.5V_GND MODE_TVM 6
B board
13 6 15
AU_12V 12 9 17 4 REG+12.5V_GND UARTA_RX 7
AU_GND 11 7 16 3 REG+12.5V NC (MD2) 8
STBY3.3V 10 10 18 2 REG+12.5V UARTC_RX 9
B board GND 9 1 24 1 T-CON_VCC UARTC_TX 10
T-CON_ON
AC_OFF_DET
8
7
3
9
CN6001
1-821-620-11
GND
UARTA_TX
11
12
TL-EX1JIG board
BL_ERR 6 7 HEADER ASSEMBLY FOR PWB 10P ECS_MATRIX 13
NC 5 NC STBY_+3.3V 14
NC 4 NC 7 9 AC_OFF_DET MODE_PEM 15
PFC_ON 3 2 1 8 POWERON PEM_LOG_RX 16
NC 2 NC 6 7 BL_ERR PEM_LOG_TX 17
POWERON 1 8 NC 6 NC GND 18
NC 5 NC CN9004
NC 4 NC 1-774-667-51
8 3 TCON_ON TL-EX1 Connector,FFC/FPC 18P
VLED_VCC 1 1 3 2 PFC_PWR
VLED_VCC 2 2 9 1 GND
VLED_VCC 3 NC CN6002
VLED_VCC 4 NC 1-842-559-11
NC 5 NC BLK board
VLED_GND 6 NC
VLED_GND 7 5
VLED_GND 8 6
VLED_GND 9 7
VLED_GND 10 8
LD_ERR 11 9
NC 12 NC
GL_CTRL 13 11
LED_ON 14 12
CN6801(40" G4BW) CN6705 (32" G10AW)
JST XA 14P
1-822-339-11 BLK Board
AC_IN
AC-N 1 1
AC-L 2 2 AC pigtail 1 1 VLED_VCC
CN6001 2 2 VLED_VCC
SFP79-02WLB JAM NC 3 NC
1-822-908-11 NC 4 NC
7 5 VLED_GND
Energy_Saving_SW 8 6 VLED_GND
AC(N)-IN 1 1 9 7 VLED_GND
AC(L)-IN 2 2 10 8 VLED_GND
CN6002(40" G4BW /32" G10AW) 11 9 LD_ERR
NC 10 NC
ES SW
SFP79-02WLB JAM
1-822-908-11 13 11 GL_CTRL
14 12 LED_ON
Energy_Saving_SW CN1002
AC(L)-OUT 1 1 0-844-177-01
AC(N)-OUT 2 2 JST
CN6003(40" G4BW /32" G10AW) SM12B-PBVSS-TB(LF)(SN)
SFP79-02WLB JAM
1-822-908-11
KDL-40NX725/46NX725 26
BAT-L board T-con Board (PEL3 ) LD Board

CN03
LOGO module GND 1 40 WW JP To BAT
LOGO 2 38 5 8 1 WIFI GND Panel_Ctrl1 / NC 1 51 Panel_Ctrl1 / NC LED FFC
15pin
SONY LOGO illumination module 3 2 4 2 WIFI VBUS Panel_Ctrl2 / TCON_RDY 2 50 Panel_Ctrl2 / TCON_RDY
1a/2b-1/2b-2/3a-1/ASURA THRU5V 4 39 3 6 3 WIFI USB_P Panel_Ctrl3 / T_TD_HSYNC 3 49 Panel_Ctrl3 / T_TD_HSYNC PANEL FFC CN04
1-820-181-11 1 1 4 GND Panel_Ctrl4 / X_FRC_RST 4 48 NC SLCD : 96pin
SHARP : 80pin LED FFC
4 7 5 WIFI USB_N Panel_Ctrl5 / LR_FLAG (For Asura) 5 47 Panel_Ctrl5 / LR_FLAG(For Asura)
AUO : ??pin 15pin
5 6 WIFI GND Panel_Ctrl6 / SA_MODE 6 46 Panel_Ctrl6 / SA_MODE CMI :
7 WIFI RST Panel_Ctrl7 / SETON2(NC) 7 45 NC 32" 37" 60 pin CN05
SW module 1 8 CAMERA VBUS Panel_Ctrl8 / PANEL_SEL 8 44 NC 40" 55" 80pin
LED FFC
GND 1 36 3 9 CAMERA USB_P Panel_Ctrl9 / BINT 9 43 Panel_Ctrl9 / BINT
15pin
SW module POWER_INT 2 33 4 10 CAMERA GND Panel_Ctrl10 / T_TD_VSYNC 10 42 Panel_Ctrl10 / T_TD_VSYNC
ALL KEY1 3 35 2 11 CAMERA USB_N Panel_Ctrl11 / SDA 11 41 Panel_Ctrl11 / SDA CN06
1-822-693-11 5 12 CAMERA GND Panel_Ctrl12 / SCL 12 40 Panel_Ctrl12 / SCL
LED FFC
3 13 RF GND GND 13 LVDS-FFC 39 GND CN11 FFC 56pin CN11 FFC 56pin
BL- H Harness 15pin
5 14 RF Rx PANEL_EVEN4_P 14 B-PEL3 38 PANEL_EVEN4_P 1-822-905-11 1-822-905-11
H-B
2 15 RF RST PANEL_EVEN4_N 15 37 PANEL_EVEN4_N GND 1 1 BL_TYPE3
4 16 RF Tx PANEL_EVEN3_P 16 36 PANEL_EVEN3_P 1-PWM1 BL_TYPE2
HLT2 board STBY+3.3V 1 29 6 17 RF STBY3.3V PANEL_EVEN3_N 17 35 PANEL_EVEN3_N 1-PWM2
2
3
2
3 BL_TYPE1
LED/IR/RGB Sensor/OPT_Sensor GND 2 27 1 18 RF UART_SEL GND 18 34 GND 1-PWM3 4 4 REF
2b-1 LED_REC 3 25 5 19 HLR LED_ON_TIMER PANEL_EVEN_CLK_P 19 33 PANEL_EVEN_CLK_P 1-PWM4 5 5 FAIL
2b-2 LED_STBY 4 21 10 20 HLR SIRCS PANEL_EVEN_CLK_N 20 32 PANEL_EVEN_CLK_N 1-PWM5 6 6 LED_ON
3a-1 LED_TIMER 5 19 4 21 HLR LED_STBY GND 21 31 GND 1-PWM6 7 7 LD_STDBY
LD - TC - Harness
LED_POWER 6 23 NC 22 HLR DEVICE_SDA PANEL_EVEN2_P 22 51pin FFC 30 PANEL_EVEN2_P 1-PWM7 8 TCON - LD 8 NC
LED_PIC_MUTE 7 26 6 23 HLR LED_POWER PANEL_EVEN2_N 23 29 PANEL_EVEN2_N 1-PWM8 9 9 12V
OPT_SENS 8 28 NC 24 HLR DEVICE_SCL PANEL_EVEN1P 24 28 PANEL_EVEN1P GND 10 10 NC
VD+3.3V 9 30 3 25 HLR LED_REC PANEL_EVEN1_N 25 27 PANEL_EVEN1_N VLED_MPC 11 11 GND
SIRCS 10 20 7 26 HLR LED_PIC_MUTE PANEL_EVEN0_P 26 26 PANEL_EVEN0_P 2-PWM1 12 12 NC
DEVICE_SDA 11 NC 2 27 HLR GND PANEL_EVEN0_N 27 25 PANEL_EVEN0_N 2-PWM2 13 56pin FFC 13 NC
DEVICE_SCL 12 NC 8 28 HLR OPT_SENS GND 28 24 GND 2-PWM3 14 14 TCON_VCC
1-821-139-11 1 29 HLR STBY_3.3V PANEL_ODD4_P 29 23 PANEL_ODD4_P 2-PWM4 15 15 NC
9 30 HLR 3.3V PANEL_ODD4_N 30 22 PANEL_ODD4_N 2-PWM5 16 16 NC
31 SW STBY 3.3V PANEL_ODD3_P 31 21 PANEL_ODD3_P 2-PWM6 17 17 GND
32 SW_KEY_DET PANEL_ODD3_N 32 20 PANEL_ODD3_N 2-PWM7 18 18 4-PWM8
SYNC 1 18 2 33 SW_POWER_KEY GND 33 19 GND 2-PWM8 4-PWM7
RFRC module RESET 2 15 34 SW_KEY_RST PANEL_ODD_CLK_P 34 18 PANEL_ODD_CLK_P GND
19
20
19
20 4-PWM6
RFRC module GND 3 13 3 35 SW_KEY PANEL_ODD_CLK_N 35 17 PANEL_ODD_CLK_N LD_TYPE 21 21 4-PWM5
2b-1/2b-2/2b-3/3a-1/3a-2/P-1 RX 4 16 1 36 SW GND GND 36 16 GND 3-PWM1 22 22 4-PWM4
only Japan TX 5 14 37 SW VD_5.0V PANEL_ODD2_P 37 15 PANEL_ODD2_P 3-PWM2 23 23 4-PWM3
VDD 6 17 2 38 SONY LOGO PANEL_ODD2_N 38 14 PANEL_ODD2_N 3-PWM3 24 24 4-PWM2
JAM SYT10-06-WL-ET 4 39 LOGO 5V PANEL_ODD1P 39 13 PANEL_ODD1P 3-PWM4 25 25 4-PWM1
1-821-146-11 1 40 LOGO GND PANEL_ODD1_N 40 12 PANEL_ODD1_N 3-PWM5 26 26 GND
CN9006 PANEL_ODD0_P 41 11 PANEL_ODD0_P 3-PWM6 27 27 GND
1-818-692-21 JST PANEL_ODD0_N 42 10 PANEL_ODD0_N 3-PWM7 28 28 3-PWM8
HEADER ASSENBLY 40P GND 43 9 GND 3-PWM8 29 29 3-PWM7
Wifi module Wifi module GND 44 8 GND GND 30 30 3-PWM6
(WW) or (JP ) Panel_Ctrl13 45 7 GND GND 31 31 3-PWM5

1 1 STBY3.3V GND 46 6 NC 4-PWM1 32 32 3-PWM4
GND 1 4 GND 1 4 2 2 RS232_RXD PANEL_VCC_SW 47 5 PANEL_VCC_SW 4-PWM2 33 33 3-PWM3
WIFI VCC 2 2 GND 2 NC 3 3 RS232_TXD PANEL_VCC_SW 48 4 PANEL_VCC_SW 4-PWM3 34 34 3-PWM2
WIFI USB_P 3 3 or WIFI VCC 3 NC 4 4 SIRCS_OUT PANEL_VCC_SW 49 3 PANEL_VCC_SW 4-PWM4 35 35 3-PWM1
WIFI USB_M 4 5 WIFI VCC 4 2 5 5 SIRCS_IN PANEL_VCC_SW 50 2 PANEL_VCC_SW 4-PWM5 36 36 LD_TYPE
WIFI GND 5 1 GND 5 6 6 6 GND PANEL_VCC_SW 51 1 PANEL_VCC_SW 4-PWM6 37 37 GND
SM05B-GHS-TB WIFI USB_P 6 3 CN9005 1-842-546-11 4-PWM7 38 38 2-PWM8
1-819-334-11 WIFI USB_M 7 5 6pin connector 182113311 FFC Direct in Connector 4-PWM8 39 39 2-PWM7
GND 8 1 I-PEX GND 40 40 2-PWM6
SM08B-GHS-TB NC 41 41 2-PWM5
1-819468-11 NC 42 42 2-PWM4
TCON_VCC 43 43 2-PWM3
NC 44 44 2-PWM2
CAMERA module CAMERA VBUS 1 8

NC
GND
45 45 2-PWM1
VLED_MPC
46 46
RFRC module CAMERA USB_N 2 11 NC GND
47 47
3a-x/2 CAMERA USB_P 3 9 12V 1-PWM8
48 48
only Japan CAMERA GND 4 10 G-B Harness NC 1-PWM7
49 49
CAMERA GND 5 12 LD_STDBY 1-PWM6
50 50
MOLEX 501940-0507 LED_ON 1-PWM5
51 51
1-820-182-11 FAIL 1-PWM4
52 52
REF 53 53 1-PWM3
STBY3.3V 1 1
R3 or RU board RS232_RXD 2 2
BL_TYPE2
BL_TYPE3
55
56
55
56
1-PWM1
GND
RS232_TXD 3 3
SIRCS_IN 4 4 14pin connector
SIRCS_OUT 5 5 YEONHO 20022WR-14AML
GND 6 6
CN101
182018311 1 1 L+
2 2 L-
2 3 R-
1 4 R+
SPEAKER L+ 1 1 1 5 L+
Fron t L- 2 2 3 6 L-
Lch Housing Speaker Connector
2.1ch 6pin 0-844-427-01 JST PBVP-06V 2.1ch CN4602 6pin 0-844-174-01 JST SM06B-PBVSS-TB(LF)(SN)
SPEAKER R- 2 3
Fron t R+ 1 4
Rch
SPEAKER L+ 1 5
ASSIST NC 2
(Lch) L- 3 6
Refer to Sheet [ App endix _SP _Connector ]

46"=2.1ch
Figure 3-7. KDL-46NX725 CONNECTOR DIAGRAM (1OF 2)
KDL-40NX725/46NX725 27
T-con Board (PEL3 ) LD Board
NC 1 12V 1 1 VLED_VCC
NC 2 12V 2 2 VLED_VCC
NC 3 GND 3 3 VLED_VCC
NC 4 GND
HEM2 Board 12V 1 1 SM04B-PASS-TBT(LF)(SN) NC
4
5
4
5
VLED_VCC
NC
3D Emitter 12V 2 2 1-819-460-11 6 6 VLED_GND
3a-V GND 3 3 TC-EM Harness 7 7 VLED_GND
GND 4 4 PEL3-HEM2 8 8 VLED_GND
GLS_CTRL 5 5 1 1 12V 9 9 VLED_GND
GLS_CTRL2 6 6 2 2 12V Connect 10 10 VLED_GND
EMI_FAIL 7 7 3 3 GND 11 11 LD_ERR
NC 8 8 4 4 GND NC 12 12 NC
1-821-135-11 5 5 GLS_CTRL Connect 13 13 GL_CTRL
6 6 GLS_CTRL2 14 14 LED_ON
7 7 EMI_FAIL
8 8 NC
JST SM08B-GHS-TB
BAT-L board
10 10 STBY_+3.3V GND 1
12 9 AUDIO+12.5V UARTD_TX 2
14 8 AUDIO+12.5V UARTD_RX 3
11 7 AUDIO+12.5V_GND RESET 4
CN6151 SJM20-28WLB 13 6 AUDIO+12.5V_GND STBY_+3.3V 5
G5AW To B board (100106) 15 5 REG+12.5V_GND MODE_TVM 6
T-CON_Vcc12V
GND
28 NC
NC
T-con 17 4 REG+12.5V_GND UARTA_RX 7
27 16 3 REG+12.5V NC (MD2) 8
26 NC
T-con
T-CON_VCC12V 18 2 REG+12.5V UARTC_RX 9
GND 25 NC 24 1 T-CON_VCC UARTC_TX 10
T-CON_VCC_12V To B 24 1 CN6001 GND 11
GND 23 NC 1-821-620-11 UARTA_TX 12
BDR_ASU_12V
GND
22 NC
NC
HEADER ASSEMBLY FOR PWB 10P ECS_MATRIX 13 TL-EX1JIG board
Option
21 STBY_+3.3V 14
BDR_ASU_12V 20 NC 7 9 AC_OFF_DET MODE_PEM 15
GND 19 NC 8 POWERON PEM_LOG_RX 16
1
REG12V 18 2 6 7 BL_ERR PEM_LOG_TX 17
GND 17 4 NC 6 NC GND 18
REG12V 16 3 NC 5 NC CN9004
GND 15 5 NC 4 NC 1-774-667-51
AU_12V 14 8 8 3 TCON_ON TL-EX1 Connector,FFC/FPC 18P
AU_GND
B board
13 6 3 2 PFC_PWR
AU_12V 12 9 1 GND
9
AU_GND 11 7 CN6002
STBY3.3V 10 10
B board GND 9 1
1-842-559-11
T-CON_ON 8 3
AC_OFF_DET 7 9
BL_ERR 6 7
NC 5 NC
NC 4 NC
PFC_ON 3 2
NC 2 NC
POWER_ON 1 8
VLED_VCC 1 1
LD board
VLED_VCC 2 2
VLED_VCC 3 3
VLED_VCC 4 4
NC 5 5
VLED_GND 6 6
VLED_GND 7 7
VLED_GND 8 8
VLED_GND 9 9
VLED_GND 10 10
LD_ERR 11 11
NC 12 12
GL_CTRL 13 13
LED_ON 14 14
CN6801 1-822-339-11
JST XA 14P
AC_IN
AC-N 1 1
AC-L 2 2 AC pigtail
CN6001
SFP79-02WLB JAM
1-822-908-11
Energy_Saving_SW
AC(N)-IN 1 1
AC(L)-IN 2 2
CN6002
ES SW
SFP79-02WLB JAM
1-822-908-11
Energy_Saving_SW
AC(L)-OUT 1 1
AC(N)-OUT 2 2
CN6003
SFP79-02WLB JAM
1-822-908-11
KDL-40NX725/46NX725 28
SECTION 4 - TROUBLESHOOTING Self Diagnosis
Supported model
OVERVIEW
This chapter provides information regarding the Self Diagnosis
feature in our TVs.
UPDATING THE SOFTWARE

As mentioned in “Section 2 - Software Requirements” on page 15 there
are several issues that may be resolved by updating the software
to the latest version. For a list of possible correctable issues see
“Checking the Software Version” on page 16.
KDL-40NX725/46NX725 29
SECTION 4 - TROUBLESHOOTING
TRIAGE CHART
Use this general Triage Chart to determine what may possibly be causing the error before going out to the customers location.
Before you make the service call… 5. Chart Color Code
1. Confirm the symptom from the customer.  RED DOT: (Primary) Most likely defective part
2. Select that symptom from the chart. ▲ BLUE Triangle: (Secondary) Possible defective part
3. Bring the primary component listed for that symptom.
4. Follow the associated flowcharts in the Training Manual to isolate the board.
Protection Modes 3D LAN Power Video Audio
Board Reference Whole Isolated
No
2X 3X 4X* 4X** 5X 6X 7X 10X Dead set No Video Screen Area No 3D No Audio
WIFI Distortion Distortion
Main Board  *  ▲ ▲ ▲    
Power Supply  ▲  
HEM2 
LD  
LCD Panel   
TCON   
WLAN 
*NOTE: REFER TO LCD PANEL SERVICE MANUAL IN * Immediate Shutdown After Power ON & 7X
REFERENCE LIBRARY DATABASE FOR CORRECT
REPLACEMENT PARTS BASED ON SERIAL NUMBER. 4X* Momentary Backlight before Shut OFF
▲* Sharp Vertical or Horizontal Lines, Missing Pixels 4X** No Backlight before Shut OFF
KDL-40NX725/46NX725 30
PROTECTION SHUTDOWN STANDBY LED FLASH COUNT
Self Diagnosis
Supported model
Critical voltages and circuit operations are monitored by the CPU

on the Main Board. If a fault is detected the Self-Diagnostic function
in the TV will force the TV to shut down by the CPU. The monitored
circuit in which the fault occurred will cause the CPU to flash the
standby LED in groups of repeating sequences. The number of
blinks in these groups identifies which voltage or circuit caused the
protection event.
Not all of the available protect codes are used in every model. For
example, models that are LED backlit do not use the 4-blink balancer Ambient Sensor/ Picture Off / Standby LED Power LED
error as this circuit is found in models that are backlit with fluorescent (IR) Infrared Receiver Timer LED
lamps. The information in this section contains the protect circuits and Figure 4-1. LED DISPLAY
diagnostics codes used in the models listed in this manual. “Figure
4-3. Diagnostic Table” on page 34 provides guidance in locating the
possible component causing the shutdown. 2 times
5 times
LED ON 0.3 sec.

LED OFF 0.3 sec. LED OFF
3 sec.
Figure 4-2. BLINK COUNT
KDL-40NX725/46NX725 31
2X Blink - Main Power Error 6X Blink - Converter System Failure
A loss of REG12V from the power supply triggers this protect event. If the converter circuit (located on the power supply board) fails to
The usual cause is a failure of the main switching supply. In some start or shuts down due to an over-voltage or over-current condition,
instances, excessive loading on the secondary supply lines can the unit will shut down and generate a 6X error code. The diagnostic
cause the switching regulator to stop, or fail again, if a replacement page labels this as a “Backlight Failure” even though the backlights
board is installed. are not a source of the problem.
3X Blink- DC Regulator/Audio Error 7X Blink - Temperature Failure
The Audio error can occur due on of the following error conditions. These models do not display a temperature warning OSD dialogue
box before shutting off and going into a 7X standby LED blink pattern.
●● Defective DC Regulator on Main Board The main objective when a 7X blink pattern occurs is to determine
which of the following possible defects is causing the excessive
●● Defective Audio Amplifier (Main Board) temperature condition indication.
●● Loss of AU12V (Open F4200 on Main Board)
●● Excessive Ambient Room Temperature
●● Loss of AU12V (Open Fuse on Power Supply Board)
●● Dust or Debris Blocking the TV Ventilation Apertures
In most cases, replacement of the main board will remedy a 3X error.
●● Defective Temperature Sensor or X-Reality Microprocessor
4X Blink – Balancer Error (Main Board)
The 4X error code is only used on models incorporating local The first step is to notice how long it takes the TV to shut off and
dimming LED backlighting. If a failure occurs on the LD board or one trigger a 7X blink protection mode.
of the LED’s fails in the panel the TV will shut down and display this
diagnostic code. Models using conventional non-local dimming LED If the TV has an actual excessive temperature condition it will
backlighting do not utilize this error code. take a considerable period of time to shut off and indicate a 7X
blink protection mode. This is because it will take time for the TV
5X Blink - TCON Error components to heat up and for the temperature sensor to detect the
excessive temperature and shut the TV off.
The 5X blink protection mode indicates a communications error
between the TCON Board and the X-Reality microprocessor on the
Main Board. If the TCON is available for replacement, replace the
TCON. If the TCON is not available, the LCD panel must be replaced
since the TCON circuit is part of the LCD panel assembly. In rare
cases a loose or defective LVDS cable could also be the cause.
KDL-40NX725/46NX725 32
If the TV takes a considerable period of time to shut-off check the
following items:
●● The TV should not be located too close to any heating

devices.
●● The TV should have at least 4 inches of clearance around

the sides & rear, and 11 inches of clearance over the top to
ensure adequate ventilation.
●● Check that all vented areas on the TV are clear of all dust
and debris.
●● If the TV shuts off immediately after Power-On, replacement

of the main board is recommended.
KDL-40NX725/46NX725 33
DIAGNOSTIC CODE DESCRIPTIONS
The Diagnostic Table provides an overview of the number of times the standby LED blinks and the possible location. To access the Triage
documents for the models listed in this manual, login into the Sony Authorized Servicer Portal at http://www.sony.com/asp.
Diagnostic Item Number of times

Diagnostic Item Description Standby LED blinks Probable Location
G4BW Board (40" Models Only)
MAIN_POWER Main Power Error 2
G5AW Board (46" Models Only)
DC_ALERT DC Regulator/Audio Error

3 BATL Board
AUD_PROT Audio Error Detection
LCD Panel
BALANCER Balancer Error 4
LD Board
TCON ERR TCON Error
5 TCON Control MT Board
P_ID_ERR Panel ID NVM Error
G4BW Board (40" Models Only)
BACKLITE Backlight Error 6
G5AW Board (46" Models Only)
Ventilation
TEMP_ERR Temperature Error 7
BATL Board
EMITTER Emitter Error 10 HEM2 Board
Figure 4-3. DIAGNOSTIC TABLE

NOTE: To provide information to customers regarding how to use their TV features or FAQs, refer the customer to the i-MANUAL on their TV.
KDL-40NX725/46NX725 34
VIEWING THE SELF CHECK DIAGNOSTIC HISTORY CLEARING THE SELF CHECK DIAGNOSTIC LIST
It is possible to bring up past occurrences of a failure for confirmation Since the diagnostic results displayed on the screen are not
on the Self Check diagnostic history screen. This feature is useful for automatically cleared, always check the self-diagnostic screen after
failures which are intermittent or when the customer is not sure what you have completed the repairs to be sure you have cleared the
is causing the television to shut down. result display to “0”.
1. TV must be in standby mode. (Power off). 1. To clear the Error history and Error count
2. Press the following buttons on the Remote Commander press 8 0 .
within a second of each other:
RESETTING THE LCD PANEL OPERATING HOURS
3. DISPLAY Channel 5 Volume -
POWER . The 3 sets of numbers displayed on the lower left corner of the screen
indicates the total accumulated operating hours of the television and
* NOTE: This differs from accessing Service Adjustments Mode the operating hours of the LCD panel. Total operating hours is on the
(Volume +) left, boot count in the center and panel hours in the right group (The
StandBy LED Flash Count center numbers are not used.)
Diagnostic Item
1. To clear the LCD Panel operating hours of the LCD
SELF CHECK Panel after replacing the panel, press 7 0 .
000 RGB_SEN -------------- -------------- -------------- 00
000 RESERVED
000 RESERVED
--------------
--------------
-------------- -------------- 00
-------------- -------------- 00
EXITING THE SELF CHECK DIAGNOSTIC SCREEN
002 MAIN_POWE Error Count
003 DC_ALERT
--------------
--------------
--------------
--------------
--------------
--------------
01
00 (00-99) 1. To exit the Self Diagnostic screen, turn off the power to
003 AUD_PROT
004 BALANCER
--------------
--------------
--------------
--------------
--------------
--------------
00
00 the TV by pressing the POWER button on the remote
005 HFR_ERR -------------- -------------- -------------- 00
005 TCON_ERR -------------- -------------- -------------- 00 or the POWER button on the TV.
005 P_ID_ERR -------------- -------------- -------------- 00
006 BACKLITE -------------- -------------- -------------- 00
006 VLED -------------- -------------- -------------- 00
007 TEMP_ERR -------------- -------------- -------------- 00
007 FAN_ERR -------------- -------------- -------------- 00
010 EMITTER -------------- -------------- -------------- 00
012 IA -------------- -------------- -------------- 00
101 VPC_WDT -------------- -------------- -------------- 00
102 MEPS_WDT -------------- -------------- -------------- 00
103 HOST_WDT -------------- -------------- -------------- 00
104 STBY_WDT -------------- -------------- -------------- 00
12345-00333-06789
- -
Panel operation time by hour (MAX:65535)
Boot count (MAX:65535)
Total operation time by hour (MAX:65535)
Figure 4-4. SAMPLE SELF CHECK DIAGNOSIS PAGE
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SECTION 5 - FLOW CHARTS AND DIAGRAMS
OVERVIEW
The following flow charts provide information to determine what repair parts to order based on the TV error.
KDL-40NX725/46NX725 36
NO POWER
CN6003
AC IN (N) 1 CN6801
AC IN (H) 3 1~4 VLED_VCC
AC OUT (H) 5 6~10 VLED_GND
AC OUT (N) 7 11 LD_ERR TO LD BOARD

ENERGY 13 GL_CTRL
SAVING
SWITCH CN6002 14 LED_ON
AC IN (N) 1
AC IN (H) 2
CN6001
TCON_12V 1
CN6151 REG_12V 2, 3
1 POWER_ON REG_12V_GND 4, 5
6 BL_ERR AUDIO_GND 6, 7
7 AC_OFF_DET AUDIO_12V 8, 9
8 TCON_ON STBY3.3V 10
9 GND
10 STBY3.3V
11, 13 AU_12V
CN6002
12, 14 AU_GND
GND 1
15 GND
TCON_ON 3
16, 18 REG_12V
BL_ERR 7
20, 22 REG_12V
POWER_ON 8
24, 26 TCON_12V
AC_OFF_DET 9
G4BW (40")
G51W (46") BATL
Figure 5-1. POWER SUPPLY DIAGRAM
KDL-40NX725/46NX725 37
No Power
Press power
button while
Does red standby Yes High (3.3V) Yes monitoring pin 1
LED on front panel on pin 7 of CN6151 of CN6151 on
light? on power supply? power supply
board
No No
G4BW Board (40") High (3.3V) Yes G4BW Board (40")

Yes G5AW Board (46") on pin 1 of CN6151
Is standby LED See protection G5AW Board (46")
blinking? flowchart on power supply?
No
No
Is energy BATL Board

Saving switch on Yes
Turn switch on
side of unit turned
off?
No
G4BW Board (40")

G5AW Board (46")
ENERGY SAVING
SWITCH
Figure 5-2. NO POWER
KDL-40NX725/46NX725 38
STANDBY LED BLINKING
Protect
Shutdown.
Standby LED
Blinking
Yes G4BW Board (40")

2X
G5AW Board (46")
No
Yes
3X BATL Board
No
No No No After a while
4X 5X 6X 7X Check ventilation
Yes Yes Yes Imediately
TCON G4BW Board (40")

LCD Panel BATL Board
LCD Panel G5AW Board (46")
Figure 5-3. 2 PROTECTION SHUTDOWN FLOWCHART
KDL-40NX725/46NX725 39
NO PICTURE
No Video
Backlights No TCON
turned on? (LCD Panel)
Yes
Sony logo Yes

appears BATL Board
momentarily?
No
Unplug LVDS
Test patterns No
connector with TCON
display on
unit off. Turn unit screen? (LCD Panel)
back on
Yes
BATL Board
Figure 5-4. NO VIDEO ERROR
KDL-40NX725/46NX725 40
Video Distortion
Is distortion No Lines move

Yes Improper or Vertical lines Yes Yes
across entire when wide-mode BATL Board
missing colors? or bars? changed?
screen?
No Yes No No
TCON
BATL Board
(LCD Panel)
Any horizontal Yes

LCD Panel
lines?
No
Any single or Yes

isolated vertical LCD Panel
lines?
No
Yes
More than 1 TCON
vertical band? (LCD Panel)
Figure 5-5. VIDEO DISTORTION
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SECTION 6 - DISASSEMBLY/PART NUMBER INFORMATION
TABLE-TOP STAND ASSEMBLY REMOVAL Components not identified by a part number or The component parts of an assembly are indicated by the * Items marked with an asterisk are not stocked since
description are not stocked because they are seldom reference numbers in the far right column of the parts list they are seldom required for routine service. Expect
A Remove 3 screws from Table-Top Stand Assembly required for routine service. and within the dotted lines of the diagram. some delay when ordering these components.
NOTE: The components identified by shading NOTE: The components identified by a red outline and a mark contain
and ! mark are critical for safety. Replace only confidential information. Specific instructions must be adhered to whenever
with part number specified. these components are repaired and/or replaced.
See Appendix A: Encryption Key Components in the back of this manual.
4 1
A
2
5
3
B Lift up TV set to detach from Table-Top Stand Assembly
C Gently place the LCD TV set face down onto a soft cloth
C REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION [ASSEMBLY INCLUDES] REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION [ASSEMBLY INCLUDES]
1 4-267-497-01 STAND, HEAD(ML9) 4 4-259-541-01 USER SCREW ST

2 4-259-180-02 NECK (ML9) (SCREWS TO ATTACH HEAD STAND AND BASE STAND TO NECK)
(KDL-40NX725 ONLY) 5 2-580-608-01 SCREW, +PSW M5X16
2 4-259-183-02 NECK (L9) (SCREWS TO ATTACH TABLE-TOP STAND TO LCD TV)
(KDL-46NX725 ONLY) For product protection and safety reasons, Sony strongly recommends
3 4-267-544-01 STAND, BASE (ML1) that you use the screws provided with the TV
(KDL-40NX725 ONLY) CAUTION: These screws cannot be used to secure the TV to
3 4-267-547-01 STAND, BASE(L1) the Wall Mount Brackets
B (KDL-46NX725 ONLY)
2-580-608-01 SCREW, +PSW M5X16
Soft Cloth
(SCREWS TO ATTACH TABLE-TOP STAND TO LCD TV)
For product protection and safety reasons, Sony strongly recommends
that you use the screws provided with the TV
CAUTION: These screws cannot be used to secure the TV to
the Wall Mount Brackets
KDL-40NX725/46NX725 42
confidential information. Specific instructions must be adhered to whenever
REAR COVER AND AC COVER REMOVAL and ! mark are critical for safety. Replace only
CAUTIONS:
Do not damage the Power Board Connector and Power Supply Cord when removing the Rear Cover.
(Refer to “Appendix A - Removing the Rear Cover” on page A-1.)
The Rear Covers on the models listed have sharp edges. Use caution when handling the Rear Cover
to avoid injury. (Refer to “Appendix B - Attaching the Rear Cover” on page B-1.)
NOTE:
The Label (BAT-L Metal Side), Label (BAT-L Metal Bottom) and Sheet, Ant(C EL) are not included
with the Rear Cover and must be replaced when replacing the Rear Cover.
A Remove 8 screws from Rear Cover

B Remove 6 screws from Rear Cover
C Remove 1 screw from Side Jack position 51
D Remove screws from Terminal Area position
56
1 from KDL-40NX725 Only
2 from KDL-46NX725Only
E Remove 2 screws from Rear Cover
F Remove 1 screw and release clips from AC Cover to detach from Rear Cover 52
(Refer to “Removing the Power Cord from the Rear Cover” on page ?) 55
G Remove 4 screws from Rear Cover
H Gently peel-off Antenna Sheet to detach from Rear Cover
I Release 1 clip and lift up Antenna Cover to detach from Rear Cover 53 54
J Gently lift up Rear Cover from bottom side to detach from Center Cabinet
B
REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION [ASSEMBLY INCLUDES] REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION [ASSEMBLY INCLUDES]
C
51 4-268-422-02 REAR COVER (40 EL) A 55 4-265-069-11 LABEL (BAT-L METAL BOTTOM)
D (KDL-40NX725 ONLY) ORDER THIS PART WHEN REPLACING THE REAR COVER
51 4-268-424-01 REAR COVER (46 EL) A 56 4-256-433-02 LABEL, (BAT-L METAL SIDE)
E (KDL-46NX725 ONLY) ORDER THIS PART WHEN REPLACING THE REAR COVER
F 52 4-266-269-01 COVER, AC(M)
53 4-268-431-11 SHEET, ANT(C EL) 4-256-393-01 SCREW, +PSW M3X6 W12
J ORDER THIS PART WHEN REPLACING THE REAR COVER 2-580-639-01 SCREW, +BVTP 4X12 TYPE2 IT-3
54 4-263-659-01 COVER, ANT(L EL) 4-257-907-01 JOINT, STAND
G H I 4-268-126-02 SCREW, ORNAMENTAL M6X12
4-258-272-01 SCREW, +PWH M3X8
7-685-646-79 SCREW, +BVTP 3X8 TYPE2 IT-3
KDL-40NX725/46NX725 43
SWITCH UNIT, HEM2 BOARD, CAMERA MODULE, AND and ! mark are critical for safety. Replace only confidential information. Specific instructions must be adhered to whenever
WIRELESS LAN CARD REMOVAL
A Remove 1 screw from Switch Unit
B Lift up Switch Unit and disconnect 2 connectors to detach from Center Cabinet
C Release 2 clips to detach Power Switch from Switch Unit
D Lift up AC Power Cord and disconnect 1 connector to detach from LCD Panel
E Slide-out right side Speaker to detach from Center Cabinet
F Slide-out left side Speaker to detach from Center Cabinet
G Release clips and disconnect 1 connector to detach HEM2 Board from Center Cabinet 108
H Remove 1 screw from Camera Module, then release clips and disconnect 1 connector
to detach from Center Cabinet
I Carefully lift-up Camera Sealing Cap to detach from Center Cabinet
J Remove 1 screw from Wireless LAN Card to detach from LCD Panel
K Remove 1 screw from Antenna to detach from Center Cabinet
L Remove 1 screw from Antenna to detach from Center Cabinet 109
110
103
J
106
105
107
K
104
101
103
102
! 101 1-798-348-11 POWER SWITCH 106 4-256-663-01 CAP, SEALING (CAMERA)

102 1-489-555-11 SWITCH UNIT 107 1-489-507-11 CAMERA MODULE
103 1-858-586-11 SPEAKER BOX ASSEMBLY (2X9CM) 108 1-458-355-11 WIRELESS LAN CARD
L
F ! 104 1-838-797-11 POWER-SUPPLY CORD (WITH CONN.) 109 1-754-746-11 ANTENNA
(FOR VENEZUELA MODELS) 110 1-754-750-11 ANTENNA
I H
! 104 1-838-268-11 POWER-SUPPLY CORD (WITH CONN.)
G 2-990-421-41 SCREW, (+PSW) (M3X6)
(FOR CHILE/PERU MODELS)
105 A-1792-512-A HEM2 BOARD, MOUNTED 4-258-272-01 SCREW, +PWH M3X8
D
C A E
KDL-40NX725/46NX725 44
confidential information. Specific instructions must be adhered to whenever
G4BW/G5AW (POWER SUPPLY) BOARD AND LD BOARD REMOVAL and ! mark are critical for safety. Replace only
NOTES:
The Insulation Sheet (G4) is not included with the LCD Panel and must be replaced when replacing
the LCD Panel.
The LD Board for KDL-40NX725 ONLY is NOT included with the replacement LCD Panel.
Remove the LD Board from the original LCD Panel to use on the replacement LCD Panel.
A Remove 2 screws and lift-up LD Shield to detach from LCD Panel (KDL-40NX725 Only)
154
B Disconnect 4 connectors and lift-up LD Board to detach from LCD Panel (KDL-40NX725 Only)
C Remove 3 screws from G4BW/G5AW Board
D Disconnect 5 connectors from G4BW/G5AW Board and lift-up to detach from LCD Panel
E Remove 3 screws and disconnect 1 connector from Woofer Box to detach from LCD Panel
151
152
LD Shield
153
B
C 151 A-1796-818-A LD BOARD, MOUNTED 153 4-268-443-01 SHEET, INSULATION (G4)
A (KDL-40NX725 ONLY) ORDER THIS PART WHEN REPLACING THE LCD PANEL
D 151 NA LD BOARD, MOUNTED 154 1-858-588-11 SPEAKER BOX ASSEMBLY (WOOFER)
(KDL-46NX725 ONLY) (KDL-40NX725 ONLY)
FOR ALL LD BOARD PART NUMBER INFORMATION 154 1-858-587-11 SPEAKER BOX ASSEMBLY (WOOFER)
REFER TO THE LCD PANELS SERVICE MANUAL. (KDL-46NX725 ONLY)
152 1-474-301-11 G4BW BOARD, COMPLETE
(KDL-40NX725 ONLY) 4-256-393-01 SCREW, +PSW M3X6 W12
152 1-474-307-11 G5AW BOARD, COMPLETE 2-990-421-41 SCREW, (+PSW) (M3X6)
(KDL-46NX725 ONLY)
KDL-40NX725/46NX725 45
BATL (MAIN) BOARD REMOVAL and ! mark are critical for safety. Replace only confidential information. Specific instructions must be adhered to whenever
NOTES:
Refer to “Handling the FFC Connector” on page 3 to disconnect the LVDS Connector.
The Sheet (BAT-L Metal Bottom) and Sheet (BAT-L Metal Side) are not included with the LCD Panel
and must be replaced when replacing the LCD Panel.
A Remove 6 screws and disconnect 6 connectors from BATL Board to detach from LCD Panel
(Refer to “Handling the FFC Connector” on page 3 )
B Release 2 clips and slide-out Bottom Bracket to detach from BATL Board
C Release 2 clips and slide-out Side Bracket to detach from BATL Board
205
204
203
202
201
201 A-1818-429-A BATL BOARD, COMPLETE 204 4-256-432-11 SHEET (BAT-L METAL BOTTOM)
AFTER REPLACING THE MAIN BOARD OR THE LCD PANEL, YOU ORDER THIS PART WHEN REPLACING THE LCD PANEL
MUST UPDATE THE SOFTWARE TO THE LATEST VERSION. 205 4-256-431-11 SHEET (BAT-L METAL SIDE)
B 202 4-265-819-11 BRACKET BOTTOM (BAT-L METAL) ORDER THIS PART WHEN REPLACING THE LCD PANEL
A 203 4-265-817-01 BRACKET SIDE (BAT-L METAL)
2-990-421-41 SCREW, (+PSW) (M3X6)
KDL-40NX725/46NX725 46
CENTER CABINET, HLT2 BOARD AND LCD PANEL REMOVAL and ! mark are critical for safety. Replace only confidential information. Specific instructions must be adhered to whenever
CAUTION:
When replacing the LCD Panel Assembly refer to “Special Handling Instructions
When Replacing the LCD Panel Assembly” on page 4.
The HLT2 Board is attached to the LCD
Panel with PWB (H) Tape. Do NOT
damage the HLT2 Board when removing
from the LCD Panel.
A Remove screws from Center Cabinet to
detach from LCD Panel
B Carefully lift-up HLT2 Board to detach
from LCD Panel
PWB (H)
Tape
PWB (H)
Tape
253 252
251
CLEANING THE LCD PANEL
CAUTION: When cleaning the TV, be sure to unplug the power cord to avoid any chance of electric shock.
Clean the cabinet of the TV with a dry soft cloth. REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION [ASSEMBLY INCLUDES] REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION [ASSEMBLY INCLUDES]
Wipe the LCD screen gently with a soft cloth. 251 4-278-451-01 CENTER CABINET(40 SIR) 253 NA LCD PANEL ASSEMBLY (P-MOD)
Stubborn stains may be removed with a cloth slightly moistened with a solution of mild soap and warm water. (KDL-40NX725 ONLY) FOR ALL LCD PANEL AND TCON BOARD PART NUMBER INFORMATION
If using a chemically pretreated cloth, please follow the instruction provided on the package. 251 4-263-623-01 CENTER CABINET (46 SIR) REFER TO THE LCD PANELS SERVICE MANUAL
(KDL-46NX725 ONLY)
Never use strong solvents such as a thinner, alcohol or benzine for cleaning.
252 A-1792-918-A HLT2 BOARD, MOUNTED 4-256-393-01 SCREW, +PSW M3X6 W12
Periodic vacuuming of the ventilation openings is recommended to ensure to proper ventilation.
KDL-40NX725/46NX725 47
SCREWS and ! mark are critical for safety. Replace only confidential information. Specific instructions must be adhered to whenever
KDL-40NX725
▲
P/N
2-580-608-01
DESCRIPTION
SCREW, +PSW M5X16
REMARKS
TABLE-TOP STAND(3)
TOTAL
3
CONNECTORS
△ 4-256-393-01 SCREW, +PSW M3X6 W12 AC COVER(1), WOOFER(3), CNTR CBNT(3) 7 KDL-40NX725 ONLY
□ 2-580-639-01 SCREW, +BVTP 4X12 TYPE2 IT-3 RC(4) 4
◆ 4-257-907-01 JOINT, STAND RC(2) 2
◇ 4-268-126-02 SCREW, ORNAMENTAL M6X12 RC(6) 6
● 2-990-421-41 SCREW (+PSW) (M3X6) BATL(6), G4BW(3), LD SHIELD(2), WIFI(1), ANTENNAS(2), CAMERA(1) 15
○ 4-258-272-01 SCREW, +PWH M3X8 RC(8), SWITH UNIT(1) 9 303 304
★ 7-685-646-79 SCREW +BVTP 3X8 TYPE2 IT-3 TERMINAL AREA(1), SIDEJACK AREA(1) 2
☆ 4-259-541-01 USER SCREW ST HEAD STAND to NECK(1), NECK to BASE STAND(2) 3
KDL-46NX725
302
P/N DESCRIPTION REMARKS TOTAL
305
▲ 2-580-608-01 SCREW, +PSW M5X16 TABLE-TOP STAND(3) 3
301
△ 4-256-393-01 SCREW, +PSW M3X6 W12 AC COVER(1), WOOFER(3), CNTR CBNT(7) 11
306
□ 2-580-639-01 SCREW, +BVTP 4X12 TYPE2 IT-3 RC(4) 4
◆ 4-257-907-01 JOINT, STAND RC(2) 2
◇ 4-268-126-02 SCREW, ORNAMENTAL M6X12 RC(6) 6
● 2-990-421-41 SCREW (+PSW) (M3X6) BATL(6), G5AW(3), WIFI(1), ANTENNAS(2), CAMERA(1) 13
○ 4-258-272-01 SCREW, +PWH M3X8 RC(8), SWITH UNIT(1) 9 REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION [ASSEMBLY INCLUDES] REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION [ASSEMBLY INCLUDES]
★ 7-685-646-79 SCREW +BVTP 3X8 TYPE2 IT-3 TERMINAL AREA(2), SIDEJACK AREA(1) 3
301 1-838-924-11 CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY 304 1-838-849-11 (LVDS) FLEXIBLE FLAT CABLE N1 40S
☆ 4-259-541-01 USER SCREW ST HEAD STAND to NECK(1), NECK to BASE STAND(3) 4
* 302 1-910-801-10 CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY 14P * 305 1-910-801-41 (LVDS) FLEXIBLE FLAT CABLE 56 PIN
303 1-910-801-11 CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY 28P 306 1-910-801-59 HARNESS ASSEMBLY
KDL-46NX725 ONLY
353
354
352
351
355
351 1-838-924-11 CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY 353 1-910-801-21 CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY 28P

352 1-910-801-18 CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY 14P 354 1-838-848-11 (LVDS) FLEXIBLE FLAT CABLE N1 46S
355 1-910-801-69 HARNESS ASSEMBLY
KDL-40NX725/46NX725 48
4-256-443-01 SHEET, RADIATION (BAT-L/V)
ACCESSORIES AND PACKAGING ORDER THIS PART WHEN REPLACING THE LCD PANEL
4-256-454-02 SPACER (G A)
X-2560-379-1 BAG, SCREW ASSEMBLY (L)
4-260-776-02 SPACER (G B)
(KDL-46NX725 ONLY)
X-2549-230-1 SUPPORT BELT KIT
X-2549-819-1 BAG, SCREW ASSEMBLY (M)
(KDL-40NX725 ONLY)
7-632-452-24 TAPE (NO.303) 18MMX35M YEL
1-838-791-11 CABLE CONVERSION
4-195-059-21 TAPE, PWB (H)
3-299-071-05 FLYER, SAFETY

4-259-541-01 USER SCREW ST
4-273-074-11 FLYER, SAFETY
(SCREWS TO ATTACH HEAD STAND AND BASE STAND TO NECK)
4-188-302-11 HEX WRENCH
4-273-016-33 MANUAL, INSTRUCTION
* 4-270-904-11 SUPPLEMENT(STAND INSTALLATION) REMOTE COMMANDER
1-489-474-11 REMOTE COMMANDER (RM-YD062)
MISCELLANEOUS
4-262-708-01 CLAMPER, CABLE
* 4-268-137-11 CUSHION, TERMINAL
* 4-277-411-11 GASKET (TU)
(KDL-40NX725 ONLY)
* 4-287-536-01 GASKET (TU)
(KDL-46NX725 ONLY)
2-580-608-01 SCREW, +PSW M5X16

(SCREWS TO ATTACH TABLE-TOP STAND TO LCD TV)
For product protection and safety reasons, Sony strongly recommends
that you use the screws provided with the TV
CAUTION: These screws cannot be used to secure the TV to
the Wall Mount Brackets
KDL-40NX725/46NX725 49
WIRE DRESSING
KDL-40NX725 ONLY KDL-46NX725 ONLY
Figure 6-1. KDL-40NX725 OVERALL WIRE DRESSING Figure 6-2. KDL-46NX725 OVERALL WIRE DRESSING
KDL-40NX725/46NX725 50
SECTION 7 - SERVICE ADJUSTMENTS
OVERVIEW ACCESSING SERVICE ADJUSTMENT
As mentioned in “Section 2 - Software Requirements” on page 15,
MODE
the models in this manual utilize a “generic” type Main Board, 1. TV must be in standby mode. (Power off).
therefore certain service adjustments settings must be changed or
confirmed when either the Main Board, LCD Panel, or TCON Board
2. Access Service Mode by pressing the following buttons
are replaced. on the Remote Commander within a second of each
other:
UPDATING THE SOFTWARE DISPLAY Channel 5 Volume + POWER .
POWER
After replacing the Main Board, LCD Panel, or TCON Board, you
MUST UPDATE the SOFTWARE to the latest version. Instructions
for updating the software are included with the software package
on the Sony Authorized Servicer Portal at http://www.sony.com/asp DISPLAY
website.
VOLUME+
RM-YD062
KDL-40NX725/46NX725 51
3. The DIGITAL Service Menu displays. VIEWING OR CHANGING SERVICE DATA
NOTE: There are 3 Service Menus for this model,
Within each Service Menu are Categories and data information.
DIGITAL, CHASSIS, and VPC. If the DIGITAL Service
Menu is not displayed, press JUMP or OPTIONS on the Category Name
Remote Commander.
DIGITAL SERVICE CHASSIS SERVICE

001 OP Category Number 000 WYVERN
000 VERS --- Item Number 000 S2_NOISE_TH 32
<MAIN> <EXT>
DM1.301W00AA RF:01.05
WF1.003W00AA WF:2.0.0.99
DF1.001W00AA WF:0B
YM1.010W00AA CAN:X.XXX
DB2.105W00AA FDlXXXX
(DM1.301W00A)
DD1.016W00AA
WP0.521W00AA <PEM>
MID:1C117081 PM1.012W00LU
PID:0402000 PB1.000W00LU Item Name Data Value
PNL:LTK400HF0201 PL1.011J46LUX
POP:X.XXX PD1.011J46LUX Figure 7-6. Service Data Definitions
Use the buttons on the Remote Commander to review or change the
Figure 7-4. Sample Digital Service Menu service data.
press JUMP 4. To change the Category, press 2 to move to the

or OPTIONS Next Category or press 5 to go back to the Previous
Category.
Note: Pressing 2 or 5 only changes the Categories
CHASSIS SERVICE within the Service Menu displayed.
000 WYVERN 5. To change the adjustment item, press 1 to move to
000 S2_NOISE_TH 32 the Next Item or 4 to go back to the Previous Item.
6. To change the Data Value, press 3 to increase the
Data Value or 6 to decrease the Data Value.
7. Press MUTING then press 0 to WRITE (Save) the
changes.
Figure 7-5. Sample Chassis Service Menu 8. To exit service mode, press HOME or turn the TV
power off.
KDL-40NX725/46NX725 52
VERIFYING SERVICE ADJUSTMENTS 3. Press 2 to move to the 002 MODEL category.
The following procedures should be performed after updating the DIGITAL SERVICE
software to ensure that the service adjustment data is accurate. 002 MODEL
000 SEG N1
●● Verify the Segment Code
●● Verify the Destination
●● Verify the Model Name

4. Using the table, press 3 to increase the data value or
VERIFYING THE SEGMENT CODE 6 to decrease the data value, to select the correct
After updating the software, go into Service Mode to verify the segment code data value.
Segment Code data value is set. SEGMENT DATA VALUE
CAUTION: Selecting the incorrect destination may requiring replacing
the Main Board. 3a‐1 N1
1. TV must be in standby mode. (Power off). 5. Proceed to “Verifying the Destination”.

2. Access Service Mode by pressing the following buttons
on the Remote Commander within a second of each
VERIFYING THE DESTINATION
other: The correct model may need to be selected after updating the
DISPLAY Channel 5 Volume + POWER . software.
6. Press 1 to move to the 001 DEST item.
DIGITAL SERVICE
001 OP
000 VERS --- DIGITAL SERVICE
002 MODEL
<MAIN> <EXT>
DM1.301W00AA RF:01.05 001 DEST LTN/ATSC
WF1.003W00AA WF:2.0.0.99
DF1.001W00AA WF:0B
YM1.010W00AA CAN:X.XXX
(DM1.301W00A)
DD1.016W00AA
WP0.521W00AA <PEM>
MID:1C117081 PM1.012W00LU
PID:0402000 PB1.000W00LU
POP:X.XXX PD1.011J46LUX
KDL-40NX725/46NX725 53
7. Using the table, press 3 to increase the data value or 12. To exit service mode, press HOME or turn the TV
6 to decrease the data value, to select the correct power off.
destination of the TV.
OPTIONAL ADJUSTMENTS
DESTINATION DATA VALUE
All Sony TVs are set for optimal viewing performance. Refer to the
CHILE/PERU LTN/ATSC following instructions if the customer requests additional adjustments.
VENEZULA LTN/ATSC
CAUTION: Verify the DESTINATION is set correctly SETTING WHITE BALANCE ADJUSTMENTS
before proceeding to the next step. If another
White Balance adjustment data is located on the Digital Service
destination Data Value is selected, it may possibly
Menu.
corrupt the software which would require a Main Board
replacement. 1. TV must be in standby Mode. (POWER off).
8. Proceed to “Verifying the Model Name”. 2. Press the following buttons on the Remote Commander
within a second of each other:
VERIFYING THE MODEL NAME DISPLAY Channel 5 Volume +
POWER .
The correct model may need to be selected after updating the
software.
9. Press 1 to move to the 002 MODEL item. DIGITAL SERVICE
001 OP
000 VERS ---
DIGITAL SERVICE <MAIN> <EXT>

DM1.301W00AA RF:01.05
002 MODEL WF1.003W00AA WF:2.0.0.99
002 MODELNAME KDL-40NX725 DF1.001W00AA
YM1.010W00AA
WF:0B
CAN:X.XXX
(DM1.301W00A)
DD1.016W00AA
WP0.521W00AA <PEM>
MID:1C117081 PM1.012W00LU
PID:0402000 PB1.000W00LU
POP:X.XXX PD1.011J46LUX
10. If the correct model does not display, press 3 until the
model displayed matches the model of the TV.
11. Press MUTING then press 0 to WRITE (Save) the
changes.
KDL-40NX725/46NX725 54
3. Press JUMP or OPTIONS on the Remote Commander
until the VPC menu displays.
VPC SERVICE
000 DATA_COPY
000 BU_TRANS 0
4. Press 2 to move to “006 WB” Category.
VPC SERVICE
006 WB
000 R_DRV 128
5. To change the data value of the R_DRV, press 3 to

increase the value or 6 to decrease the value.
NOTE: The data value must be set between the range
1 to 255.
6. Press 1 to move to the next item (001 G_DRV).
7. To change the data value, press 3 to increase the
value or 6 to decrease the value.
8. Repeat steps 6 and 7 for each of the following items:
002 B_DRV
003 R_BKG
004 G_BKG
005 B_BKG
9. To save the changes, press MUTING then press 0 .
10. To exit service mode, press HOME or turn the TV
power off.
KDL-40NX725/46NX725 55
RESETTING THE TV TO FACTORY RESETTING THE TV TO FACTORY CONDITION
CONDITION USING SERVICE MODE
1. TV must be in standby Mode. (POWER off).
Use the following instructions to restore the User Adjustments and 2. Press the following buttons on the Remote Commander
Channel Memory settings to the preset factory conditions. within a second of each other:
1. While holding down the on the Remote Commander, DISPLAY Channel 5 Volume + POWER .
press the POWER button on the TV Switch Unit of the
3. If necessary, press JUMP or OPTIONS to go to DIGITAL
set.
mode.
2. The set restarts and displays the Initial Setup screen.
4. Press 8 .
This may take several minutes.
“SERVICE” changes to green RST.
5. Press MUTING .
RST executes the command and displays EXE.
6. Press 0 .
EXE-RST displays green, then red indicating the TV is
writing the data.
When the process is complete the green SERVICE text
displays and the LED display as shown below:
TIMER Standby POWER

7. Cycle AC Power (Unplug and Plug AC Cord from the
AC Outlet).
The set restarts and displays the Initial Setup screen.
This may take several minutes.
KDL-40NX725/46NX725 56
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KDL-40NX725/46NX725 57
APPENDIX A - REMOVING THE REAR COVER
REMOVING THE POWER CORD FROM THE 3. Disconnect the AC Power Cord to detach from Power
Supply Board.
REAR COVER
The AC Power Cord is connected to the Power Supply Board and
then routed out through the Rear Cover. When removing the Rear
Cover use caution to avoid pulling the AC Power Cord which may
damage the cord.
Caution: These instructions should be followed whenever removing
the Rear Cover.
1. Using the instructions provided in the “Rear Cover and
AC Cover Removal” on page 43, remove the screws from
the Rear Cover. 4. Release the clips on the inside of the rear cover to
2. Lift up Rear Cover with AC Cover and AC Power Cord detach the AC Cover.
attached.
NOTE: Hold AC Power Cord while lifting up Rear
Cover. Do not pull the AC Power Cord or damage the
connector on the Power Board.
KDL-40NX725/46NX725 A-1
APPENDIX B - ATTACHING THE REAR COVER
KDL-40NX725 ONLY
Refer to the following illustration when handling the Rear Cover.
Handle the
Rear Cover
using these
areas.
Areas with
yellow have
sharp edges.
Use caution
with these
areas.
Areas with red

have sharp
edges and are
not
reinforced .Use
caution with
these areas to
avoid damaging
the Rear Cover.
Figure Appendix B -1. KDL-40NX725 REAR COVER CAUTION POINTS
KDL-40NX725/46NX725 B-1
APPENDIX B - ATTACHING THE REAR COVER
KDL-46NX725 ONLY
Refer to the following illustration when handling the Rear Cover.
Handle the
Rear Cover
using these
areas.
Areas with
yellow have
sharp edges.
Use caution
with these
areas.
Areas with red

have sharp
edges and are
not
reinforced .Use
caution with
these areas to
avoid damaging
the Rear Cover.
Figure Appendix B -2. KDL-46NX725 REAR COVER CAUTION POINTS
KDL-40NX725/46NX725 B-2

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HISTORY INFORMATION FOR THE FOLLOWING MANUAL:

Version Date Subject

LCD Digital Color TV

Appendix B - Attaching the Rear Cover................................. B-1

CLEANING THE LCD PANEL

HANDLING THE FFC CONNECTOR

DISCONNECTING THE FFC CONNECTOR CONNECTING THE FFC CONNECTOR

Reinforcement tab shows

Inserted Correctly Inserted Incorrectly

SPECIAL HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS WHEN REPLACING THE LCD PANEL ASSEMBLY

USE CAUTION WHEN HANDLING THE LCD PANEL

LEAKAGE TEST To Exposed Metal

HOW TO FIND A GOOD EARTH GROUND

Figure B. Checking for earth ground.

SELF DIAGNOSIS FUNCTION

DYNAMIC EDGE LED BACKLIGHT

DLNA® Streaming: Access and share photos, videos and music on

BRAVIA® SYNC™ COMPATIBLE

●● Fluctuations in picture brightness

●● Intermittent picture freezing or noise

●● Problems with certain inputs (especially HDMI)

●● Intermittent or distorted audio

●● Erratic remote control operation

●● Unit turns on and off by itself

●● Certain features not working correctly

●● Certain features not working correctly

Wireless LAN Card

HEM2 Board Camera Module HLT2 Board

Figure 3-1. BOARD LAYOUT FOR KDL-40NX725 ONLY

Wireless LAN Card

Switch Unit TCON

HEM2 Board Camera Module HLT2 Board

Figure 3-2. BOARD LAYOUT FOR KDL-46NX725 ONLY

The tuner is a combination ATSC/NTSC unit. It can receive traditional

Satellite LNA Tuner

HDMI1 DDC1 LVDS

SPDIF SPDIF Atreyu_SPDIF Light_Sensor_Det

Assist Assist Speaker_Out

Figure 3-4. ENGINEERING BLOCK DIAGRAM

(Only Interface between board and board

LOGO module BAT-L board T-con Board (PEL3 )

(WW) or (JP ) Panel_Ctrl13 45 7 GND GND 31 31 3-PWM5

Refer to Sheet [ App endix_SP_Connector ]

Figure 3-5. KDL-40NX725 CONNECTOR DIAGRAM (1 OF 2)

Figure 3-6. KDL-40NX725 CONNECTOR DIAGRAM (2 OF 2)

(Only Interface between board and board

BAT-L board T-con Board (PEL3 ) LD Board

(WW) or (JP ) Panel_Ctrl13 45 7 GND GND 31 31 3-PWM5

CAMERA module CAMERA VBUS 1 8

Refer to Sheet [ App endix _SP _Connector ]

Figure 3-7. KDL-46NX725 CONNECTOR DIAGRAM (1OF 2)

(Only Interface between board and board

T-con Board (PEL3 ) LD Board

Figure 3-8. KDL-46NX725 CONNECTOR DIAGRAM (2 OF 2)

UPDATING THE SOFTWARE

Critical voltages and circuit operations are monitored by the CPU

LED ON 0.3 sec.

Figure 4-2. BLINK COUNT

●● The TV should not be located too close to any heating