SMPS - Components

Identifying Components After the SMPS:

Here are some key components you can look for on the motherboard, typically located after the SMPS section:
•DC-DC Converters: These step down the DC voltage from the SMPS to various levels required by different parts of
the TV, such as the processor, audio circuits, and backlight driver. Look for small chips with multiple pins and
inductors around them.
•Voltage Regulators: These maintain a stable voltage supply for specific circuits. They might be similar to DC-DC
converters but handle smaller voltage adjustments.
•Power Management IC (PMIC): This chip often oversees the overall power distribution and sequencing on the
motherboard. It might be a larger, square-shaped chip with many pins.
•Microprocessor and Memory: These are the brains of the TV, responsible for processing video and audio signals.
Look for larger chips with heatsinks for cooling.
•Display Driver IC (DDI): This chip interfaces with the LCD panel and controls the pixels for displaying images. It's often
located near the display connector.
•Backlight Driver: This circuit drives the backlight LEDs to illuminate the display. Look for large transistors or MOSFETs
connected to the backlight connector.
Power Input from SMPS:
The power from the SMPS typically enters the motherboard through a connector, usually labeled something like
"VDD Main" or "Power In." This connector might have several pins for different voltage levels. You can trace the
connections from this connector to identify where the power goes to different parts of the board.
SMPS - Components
Identifying Components After the SMPS:
Here are some key components you can look for on the motherboard, typically located after the SMPS section:
•DC-DC Converters: These step down the DC voltage from the SMPS to various levels required by different parts of
the TV, such as the processor, audio circuits, and backlight driver. Look for small chips with multiple pins and
inductors around them.
•Voltage Regulators: These maintain a stable voltage supply for specific circuits. They might be similar to DC-DC
converters but handle smaller voltage adjustments.
•Power Management IC (PMIC): This chip often oversees the overall power distribution and sequencing on the
motherboard. It might be a larger, square-shaped chip with many pins.
•Microprocessor and Memory: These are the brains of the TV, responsible for processing video and audio signals.
Look for larger chips with heatsinks for cooling.
•Display Driver IC (DDI): This chip interfaces with the LCD panel and controls the pixels for displaying images. It's often
located near the display connector.
•Backlight Driver: This circuit drives the backlight LEDs to illuminate the display. Look for large transistors or MOSFETs
connected to the backlight connector.
Power Input from SMPS:
The power from the SMPS typically enters the motherboard through a connector, usually labeled something like
"VDD Main" or "Power In." This connector might have several pins for different voltage levels. You can trace the
connections from this connector to identify where the power goes to different parts of the board.