TECHNICAL INFORMATION

BULLETIN
TITLE: EON515/515XT Common Failures NUMBER: TB-059
TB
Page: 1 of 3 DATE: 4/15/2014
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Purpose:
This document is intended as a guideline on how to diagnose and perform the most common
repairs of the EON515 Amplifier modules. The information in this document is intended for use by
qualified, factory authorized JBL technicians.

ESD must be considered when handling and repairing these modules. It is left to the service
centers own discretion to ensure an ESD
ESD-safe
safe environment when attempting to repair an EON515
Amplifier module.

For assistance and questions during troubleshooting, ple

please
ase contact JBL Customer Service Support.

Indications:
EON515 products that exhibit no power will typically have one of the following issues:

1) Shorted Output FET’s, usually in pairs

2) Main fuse, F1, is open
3) Coil L603 is open

Scope:
There is no serial number range for these products. If a unit exhibits these conditions, it should be
repaired at a component level.

Warranty Implications:
• This is not a product recall and the modification is only to be performed if the symptom is
apparent.
• Any U.S.. authorized service agency performing this procedure should file a warranty claim
according to standard / normal procedure.
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Tools and Supplies:

• Ohm Meter
• Soldering/Desoldering station
• Wire cutters
• Mosfet part # 138547-1JBL (MSFT,N-CH,60V30A)
• Mosfet part #140093-1JBL (MSFT,P-CH,60V17A)
• Coil part # 141368-1JBL
• Isolation SILIPAD Part # 140324-2JBL (if needed)

Procedure
1.0 Using an ohm-meter, measure and follow these three steps to verify the FET’s
condition. (See figure below). If any of these measurements reads near 0 ohms, you will
need to remove the PC board from the heatsink, and replace the defective components.

If two of these MOSFETS are shorted, replace all four (see notes for FET part numbers).

During most repairs, the isolation SILIPAD (Part # 140324-2JBL) can be reused if there is no
visual damage. Also, make sure to re-install the U402 nylon insulation washer.

Measure steps Step one Step two Step three

Measure Pin 1 – Pin 2 Pin 1 – Pin 3 Pin 2 – Pin 3
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Procedure (continued)

2.0 Check the Main fuse, F1, and verify continuity. If the Fuse is OK, then this indicates
that an open Coil (L603) is possible.

Using an ohm-meter, measure across the coil (L603). It should measure less than 10 Ohms.

If this reads more 10 ohms, then you will need to replace the defective coil.

Note: Test and replacement of the coil can be done from the top of PCB

PROCEDURE END