I replaced the ics on my 53uwx10ba and now the top and bottom of my screen is bowed and it is still 3d like, what else could it be?

Did set have this problem before you replaced the STKS?

I know these sets very well. If problem is different in any way from before you replaced chips.......double check all soldering or one of the new chips may be defective.

The more you tell me the better I can help.

regards, SD TECH

This is usually a convergence problem, although the bowing normally is from the top and bottom rather than from the sides. There may also be an issue with the pioncushion circuit that causes the bowing. Try the automatic convergence adjustment first. If that fails to resolve the problem, then resoldering the convergence ICs would be next followed by replacing the ICs should the resoldering fail.

If you wish to attempt the repair, please update this and confirm the model number to be VS-60607 and I'll provide additional details.

Thanks,
Dan

Bad STK ICs replace both ICs will have part number on them STK392-110s if this is what you have upgrade to 150s! ICs are Big black ICs also ck 2.7 ohm resistors near ics.

Ok thanks for the info Now this is an indication of convergence issues(3d effect) the bowing issue idicates a complete loss of convergence power. which possible could be the convergence ic or the actual power feeding them. im feeling like it might be the ic overheating these get very hot. now the bad news. this is a set that is very difficult to work on. Rca has compiled a long list of problems with this set. getting to the chips is a chore. i cannot recommend repairing this set. I know no one likes to hear this.

there are several rca issued suggestions. the top one isChange C19542 on the Digital Convergence PCB from a 10uF 63WVDC capacitor (214698) to a
470uF, 25WVDC capacitor part number 214746.
Also change the 24V zener diode CR19720 (226446) on the Convergence Power Supply board to a
30V 500 milliwatt zener diode, part number 231211 this
but as i said this may or may not be the best solution

The problem is with the convergence circuit. If you can solder, try resoldering the pins on the convrgence ICs. If that fails to resolve the problem, replace the ICs. These ICs will be large and black, attached to a heatsink and be marked STKxxx.

Update this with your progress.

Dan

multicolored 3d effect is a problem with what is known as convegence... ussally there are two large chips (ic) that blow. gennerally they have to be replaced mabe some fuses and resistors..

convergence ic bad
http://home.earthlink.net/~oleg.filippov/ConvergenceFix.htm
http://cmpalmer.blogspot.com/2006/11/fixing-my-own-tv-part-ii.html

Solution:

Your TV has a convergence problem. Here are some of the most common symptoms.

• Screen looks 3D
• One or more colors can't be adjusted when using the convergence menu.
• Screen is bowed in or warped.

Here is a quick test....

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

Try to adjust the convergence.

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

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

Its a fairly easy fix on the Hitachi sets.

You can get a repair kit that includes all the parts from www.TvRepairKits.com. The kit includes a photo instruction guide, original Sanyo STK chips, convergence resistors, etc.
Everything you need to fix it yourself.

No im sorry there is nothing to do but replaceing the convergence IC

most like tes thats all your going to have to replace + the silicon as if you dont thet wil not last as long as they should. Also you may have blow fuseable resistors next to the ICs make sure you check them as well.