Acer AL2216W Dead!! Here we go!!

[chinaclipper]

Re: Acer AL2216W Dead!! Here we go!!

Thanks for the replies guys. I decided to give my business to BADCAPS.The least I could do! I got Rubycons (sp?)
The monitor was DARK. but the power light on the right corner flashed from green to yellow/brown to green etc.
I got all the caps except the big 450V one. Might as well be safe.

[jetadm123]

Re: Acer AL2216W Dead!! Here we go!!

Well, the monitor gave up the ghost last night.

I found BADCAP searching the 'net to find a solution.
I FINALLY got the darn thing open, and sure enough, there was a capacitor that had swelled, and is presumably bad.
So the plan is:
-Buy the appropriate caps (there are eight. Do I need to replace the big 120uF 450V one?
-Remove the old, replace with the new ones
-Rebuild the monitor
-Save 200 dollars!

Sound about right?
I will check out DigiKey etc and put in an order.
I am a ham radio operator so I have some LIMITED electronic experience...
More to follow!!

Like wrog says, Panasonic FC or FM are go choices as replacements. FM has better specs and are almost the same price if purchases through digikey. Replace all 8 caps, including the smaller ones as they are part of the startup circuit. I'm including ordering instructions, since it can be a little confusing if you never order them before.


Here's the best way to order from digikey:

1) Go to digikey.com

2) In the "parts search" window type: panasonic fm and select "GO" button

3) Under the Capacitor heading select "Aluminum"

4) The first two columns you see are capacitance and voltage. Highlight the value and voltage with your mouse and select the "Apply Filters" button

5) You'll see several selections available. Here's what to look for:


a) Look at the quantity available and minimum purchase. If "0" are available, then there's none to purchase. Some selections require a minimum purchase of a 1000 units, which you also don't want. I think you get the picture.

b) height and diameter. Measure the original caps and compare to what's listed.


6) If your value is out of stock, go back to the beginning and type in "panasonic fc" and go through the same process.

7) During the checkout process select USPS First Class shipping, since this will give the best ship rate.

[hoadle]

Re: Acer AL2216W Dead!! Here we go!!

I fix 5 Acer AL2216W LCD monitor already, most problem same you had. I just replace the bad capacitor had swelled only is will working again.
if safe side you just replace 5 caps on inverter side only (not 120uF 450V & 2 small caps above big cap)

[Wrog]

Re: Acer AL2216W Dead!! Here we go!!

Depends -- what does the monitor do/not do? ("gave up the ghost" can mean a variety of things). Do you get a power light? Does it go into power save after 2-3 seconds of no signal even if there is a signal present? Does the screen flash its logo and then go out 2 seconds later? Does it work for awhile and then go off by itself? Judging from the photos, the caps is definitely a good starting point, but may want to check a few other things while you have it open (fuses, inverter transistors, etc.).

To answer your questions -- leave the 450V one unless it is visibly bad. It doesn't look too crowded on that board so diameter may not be critical, but definitely double check the height of your replacements. Since you are ordering from Digikey, a popular choice is to get Panasonic FC or FM series as replacements. If you're unsure, post a list of the caps and someone will help double check against Digikey P/N's.

[chinaclipper]

Well, the monitor gave up the ghost last night.

I found BADCAP searching the 'net to find a solution.
I FINALLY got the darn thing open, and sure enough, there was a capacitor that had swelled, and is presumably bad.
So the plan is:
-Buy the appropriate caps (there are eight. Do I need to replace the big 120uF 450V one?
-Remove the old, replace with the new ones
-Rebuild the monitor
-Save 200 dollars!

Sound about right?
I will check out DigiKey etc and put in an order.
I am a ham radio operator so I have some LIMITED electronic experience...
More to follow!!