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HD DIGITAL VIDEOCASSETTE RECORDER HDW-F500 PARALLEL INTERFACE KIT BKDW-509 HD-SD CONVERTER BOARD HKDV-501A HD LINE CONVERTER BOARD HKDV-502 SDTI BOARD HKDV-506A HD PULL DOWN BOARD HKDV-507D MAINTENANCE MANUAL Part 1 1st Edition (Revised 3)
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électrique, d’incendie ou de blessure n’effectuer que les réparations indiquées dans le mode d’emploi à moins d’être qualifié pour en effectuer d’autres. Pour toute réparation faire appel à une personne compétente uniquement. HDW-F500 Serial No. 10101 and Higher BKDW-509 Serial No.
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Attention-when the product is installed in Rack: CAUTION 1. Prevention against overloading of branch circuit Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly When this product is installed in a rack and is replaced. supplied power from an outlet on the rack, please make sure that the rack does not overload the supply Replace only with the same or equivalent type circuit.
1-5-2. Connection with HD Analog Equipment (When using with 60i mode) ............ 1-11 1-5-3. Connection with NTSC/PAL Digital Equipment ..... 1-12 1-6. Installation of HDW-F500 ................ 1-13 1-6-1. Installation Space ..............1-13 1-6-2. Rack Mounting ................. 1-14 1-7. Installation of Optional Boards ..............1-19 1-7-1.
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2. Service Overview 2-1. Notes on Power Supply Block ..............2-1 2-1-1. Primary Circuit Block and Warning on Electrical Hazards ..2-1 2-1-2. Resetting the Circuit Breaker ............. 2-1 2-2. Cleaning Clogged Heads ................2-1 2-3. Opening/Closing the Lower Control Panel ..........2-2 2-4.
4. Maintenance Mode 4-1. Maintenance Mode ..................4-1 4-1-1. Overview ..................4-1 4-1-2. Description of Keys..............4-2 4-1-3. Start-up/Exit of Maintenance Mode ........... 4-2 4-2. Maintenance Information Display............... 4-3 4-2-1. ROM VERSION/SERIAL No........... 4-4 4-2-2. Error Logger ................4-5 4-2-3.
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6. Spare Parts ..................... 6-1 7. Overall Block Diagram 7-1. Signal Processing System ................7-2 7-2. Control System .................... 7-6 HDW-F500E MMP1...
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..Protocol Manual for Remote (9-pin) (Available on your request) This manual is explained the protocols for controlling this unit by the RS-422A (9-pin serial remote). If this manual is required, please contact to your local Sony Sales Office/Service Center.
This manual is explained the ISR functions (Interactive Status Reporting/Integrat- ed Equipment Management Function) of the this unit. If this manual is required, please contact to your local Sony Sales Office/Service Center. ISR: Interactive Status Reporting/Integrated Equipment Management Function Part No.: 9-968-521-XX .
Section 1 Installation 1-1. Operating Conditions 1-2. Power Supply 1-2-1. Power Supply Specifications To prevent internal heat build-up, do not block the ventila- tion holes on the cabinet and the air vents of the fan. Be sure to operate the unit within the range of the following recommended power supply voltage.
1 Power Cord, 250 V 10 A (2.0 m) : 1-551-631-22 2 Plug Holder C (Brown) : 3-613-640-01 AC inlet For the customer outside of the area as shown above, please contact your local Sony Sales Office/Service Center. HDW-F500E MMP1...
However it is recommended that the 5C-FB Fujikura Densen coaxial cable or equivalent be used. (*2): Max. cable length: 200 m However it is recommended that the 5C-2V Fujikura Densen coaxial cable or equivalent be used. (*3): On the front (upper control panel). (*4): Supplied with the HDW-F500. HDW-F500E MMP1...
1-4. Signal Inputs and Outputs of Connector 1-4. Signal Inputs and Outputs of Connector <Reduced Drawing of Rear Panel> Communication connectors 8 CONTROL PANEL D-SUB 15P connector 8 REMOTE 1 IN D-SUB 9P connector 8 REMOTE 1 OUT D-SUB 9P connector 8 RS232C D-SUB 25P connector 8 VIDEO CONTROL...
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1-4. Signal Inputs and Outputs of Connector < Rear Panel > ANALOG I/O DIGITAL I/O REF. OUT HD SDI INPUT REF. IN AUDIO INPUT (AES/EBU) INPUT MONITOR 1125 SYNC CH1/2 CH3/4 75Ω 75Ω AUDIO OUTPUT HD SDI OUTPUT (AES/EBU) CH3/4 D CONV.
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1-4. Signal Inputs and Outputs of Connector CONTROL PANEL: 15-pin (Female) <External View> CONTROL PANEL Pin No. Signal Name KEY RX (_) KEY RX (+) REG +8 V REG +8 V REG +8 V REG +8 V (2) KEY TX (+) KEY TX (+) HDW-F500E MMP1...
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RM RX (_) Pin No. 5 PRIORITY IN: Each unit confirms that there is the next unit sequentially. PRIORITY OUT: The last unit which confirmed that there is no next unit notifies the HDW-F500 that all units have been connected. HDW-F500E MMP1...
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1-4. Signal Inputs and Outputs of Connector VIDEO CONTROL: 9-pin (Male) <External View> VIDEO CONTROL Pin No. Signal Name REM TX (_) REM RX (+) N.C. REM TX (+) REM RX (_) HDW-F500E MMP1...
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1-4. Signal Inputs and Outputs of Connector REMOTE PARALLEL I/O: 50-pin (Female) Factory Setting <External View> 33 50 34 18 REMOTE PARALLEL I/O Pin No. Signal Name Pin No. Signal Name FF IN ASSEMBLE PRESET OUT REC SW OUT EDIT OUT PLAY SW OUT EJECT OUT STOP SW OUT...
1-5-1. Connection with HD Digital Equipment (When using with 59.94i and 60i modes) SDI DIGITAL VIDEO ANALOG VIDEO AES/EBU DIGITAL AUDIO ANALOG AUDIO RS-422A VIDEO MONITOR (HD SERIAL MONITOR) HDW-F500 (*1) (HD DIGITAL VIDEOCASSETTE RECORDER) HDD/HDDP-1000 50-PIN PARALLEL CONVERTER INPUT HD SDI...
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1-5-2. Connection with HD Analog Equipment (When using with 60i mode) SDI DIGITAL VIDEO ANALOG VIDEO AES/EBU DIGITAL AUDIO ANALOG AUDIO RS-422A VIDEO MONITOR (HD MONITOR) HDW-F500 1 inch VTR HDV-10 (HD DIGITAL VIDEOCASSETTE RECORDER) HKPF-101 (PLAYER) ANALOG VIDEO INPUT HD SDI...
1-5-3. Connection with NTSC/PAL Digital Equipment D1 SERIAL V/A SDI DIGITAL VIDEO ANALOG VIDEO AES/EBU DIGITAL AUDIO ANALOG AUDIO RS-422A VIDEO MONITOR (NTSC/PAL MONITOR) (INPUT) HDW-F500 (HD DIGITAL VIDEOCASSETTE RECORDER) INPUT HD SDI MONITOR INPUT HD SDI OUTPUT CH1/2 (*3)
1-6. Installation of HDW-F500 1-6. Installation of HDW-F500 However, it is recommended that a space of more than 40 cm be left at the top of the unit for ease of servicing, 1-6-1. Installation Space etc. This unit is air-cooled by three fans. When installing the...
1-6. Installation of HDW-F500 The following shows the maximum distance the unit can be moved when the HDW-F500 is rack-mounted. Maximum distance moved 577 Dimensions to slide rail center Height of unit when rack-mounted Unit: mm 1-6-2. Rack Mounting Specified Rack Mount Kit...
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1-6. Installation of HDW-F500 <Attachment of inner rails> Rack Mounting Procedure (4) Pull out the inner rails from the two intermediate rails. (Removal of feet) (5) While pressing the stopper of the inner rail in the (1) Place the right side panel of the unit facing down.
1-6. Installation of HDW-F500 <Attachment of rack angles (handles)> <Temporary attachment of rail brackets> (8) Remove the four screws (B4 x 6) shown in the figure (10)Slide the outer rail and intermediate rail as shown in from both the left and right sides of the unit.
1-6. Installation of HDW-F500 <Attachment of outer rails> (15)Be sure that distance between the intermediate rails on (12)As shown in the figure, attach the outer rails at the 2U both the left and right sides satisfy the specifications. position from the bottom of the 5U space for installing...
1-6. Installation of HDW-F500 <Mounting on the rack> (21)Insert and pull out the unit from the rack three times, and check that the slide rail moves smoothly. If the slide rail does not move smoothly, remove the This mounting work must be carried out by more than unit, and repeat from “Attachment of outer rails”...
Begin this installation to turn the power off. 1. Remove the upper lid. 2. Remove the screw, then remove the board retainer (L) plate of HDW-F500. 3. Disconnect the coaxial harnesses (marked with A to H) from the DIF-91A board, then remove the board from HDW-F500.
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1-7. Installation of Optional Boards 5. Fix the supplied two propping shafts to the DIF-91A board with the supplied two screws (PSW3 x 6) respectively . PSW3 x 6 Propping shaft DIF-91A board Propping shaft 6. Insert the connectors of the DPR-105 board into the connectors of the DIF-91A board. DPR-105 board DIF-91A board Connectors...
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After connecting the eight coaxial connectors, fix the coaxial cable G and H with cable clamps. Cable clamp Coaxial cable DIF-91A board Cable clamp 11. Install the board retainer (L) plate, then install the upper lid to HDW-F500. 1-21 HDW-F500E MMP1...
. When the HKDV-507/507D is already installed in the unit, install the HKDV-501A board to the fifth slot from rear. . When this unit HDW-F500 is operated on 29.97 PsF/30 PsF/25 Psf, the output signal (PULL DOWN OUT connector on the connector panel) of HKDV-507/507D will be muted.
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1-7. Installation of Optional Boards 6. Connect the coaxial harnesses P1 to OUT1 and P2 to OUT2 respectively. 7. Insert the protrusion of the board retainer (S) in the square hole of the chassis, and then secure the board retainer (S) by tightening screw. 8.
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OFF (upper side). 2. Turn ON the power switch. 3. Set the HDW-F500 to 23.976 PsF (or 24 PsF) mode. (1) Enter the maintenance mode menu. . Press the MAINTENANCE switch with a sharp tip. The maintenance information display will be shown.
625/50 Hz, and output as analog composite signals and D1 serial V/A signals or D2 (525/59.94 Hz only) serial V/A signals. (For details of switching the D1/D2 serial V/A signals, refer to “1-8. Switchable Functions.”) When the HDW-F500 is operating on 24 PsF/30 PsF/60i, the output signals of the HKDV-501A will be muted. Components...
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1-7. Installation of Optional Boards Settings and Checks after Installation After installing the HKDV-501A, perform the following settings and checks. Procedure 1. Turn ON the power switch. 2. Setting the VIDEO TEST SIGNAL. (1) Enter the VTR SETUP menu. . Press the [SETUP] key. The SETUP menu will be displayed. .
1-7. Installation of Optional Boards 1-7-4. HKDV-506A By installing the SDTI board HKDV-506A in the unit, un-deteriorated video and audio SDTI signals can be input or output. . By installing the HKDV-506A, only the video or audio editing through SDTI IN connector will be performed.
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1-7. Installation of Optional Boards 5. Install the RX-57 and TX-76 boards with the removed three supports and the supplied three screws. (Be sure not to use the three washers removed in step 4.) DIF-91A board TX-76 board Support PSW2.6 x 6 Support PSW2.6 x 6 PSW2.6 x 6...
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1-7. Installation of Optional Boards Settings and Checks after Installation Install the two HKDV-506A into the two HDW-F500 respectively, then perform the following confirma- tions. Procedure 1. Turn ON the power switch of both unit. 2. Confirmation of an OPTION BOARD INFORMATION on both units (1) Enter the maintenance mode menu by pushing the MAINTENANCE switch with a sharp tip.
. The BKDW-509 is capable of changing the I/O functions. Please refer to the Interface Manual (Part No. 9-967-559-03) about the changing. If this manual is required, please contact to your local Sony Sales Office/Service Center. Components Ornamental panel (RM-130 board)
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1-7. Installation of Optional Boards 2. Connect the connector CN420 on the RM-130 board at the back of the ornamental panel to the connector inside the unit whose OP panel was removed. 3. Fix the ornamental panel to the connector panel with the four screws removed in step 1. 4.
This unit is able to switch the System frequency to 23.98 PsF, 24 PsF, 25 PsF, 29.97 PsF, 30 PsF, 50 i, 59.94 i and 60 i, and record and playback. . Refer to the following table for the compatibility of record and playback. HDW-F500 Compatibility of Record and Playback Playback frequency (Video / Audio) SYSTEM /...
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1-8. Switchable Functions Switching Procedure 1. Enter the maintenance mode menu. (1) Press the MAINTENANCE switch with a sharp tip. The maintenance information display will be shown. (2) While pressing the [SFT] (shift) key, press the [F8] (MAINTE EXEC) key to enter the mainte- nance mode menu.
1-8. Switchable Functions 1-8-2. Line Conversion Switchable Function of HKDV-502 (Option Board) When the option board HKDV-502 (HD line converter board) has been installed, the number of effective lines of HD SDI OUT are converted and output. When the option board HKDV-502 (HD line converter board) has been installed, it is possible to convert and output the effective lines of HD SDI OUT.
1-9. Settings of Connector Panel Switches 1-10. Settings of Board Switches/Slit Lands and Description of LEDs 1-9. Settings of Connector Panel Switches Set the following switches on the connector panel when installing. For the setting method, refer to “Section 2. Names and Functions of Parts” in the operation manual. .
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1-10. Settings of Board Switches/Slit Lands and Description of LEDs SS-88 Board Switches Switch No. Name Function Setting at Shipment S101 SYSTEM RESET Resets and initializes the VTR. – S102 – Factory use All OFF S501 – Factory use All OFF S1000 REEL POSITION .
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1-10. Settings of Board Switches/Slit Lands and Description of LEDs (SS-88 Board D1010 Blinking Pattern) Normal state (SV1 microprocessor) Lights 0.03 second 1.1 seconds to 1.5 seconds ROM checksum abnormal Lights Several 10 m seconds 0.1 second RAM abnormal Lights Several 10 m seconds 0.1 second 0.5 second...
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1-10. Settings of Board Switches/Slit Lands and Description of LEDs (SS-88 Board D2600 Blinking Pattern) Normal state (DT system): Normal power on Lights 1/30 second 1 second 1 second Repeated Normal state (DT system): when loading the adjustment data from ROM instead of NVRAM. Lights 1/30 second 1 second...
1-10. Settings of Board Switches/Slit Lands and Description of LEDs 1-10-2. APR-49 Board If necessary, perform the following audio-related settings by shorting of slit lands or changing of resistor values on the APR-49 board. . Audio input level and headroom .
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1-10. Settings of Board Switches/Slit Lands and Description of LEDs Audio input and headroom settings Input level Headroom Channel Ref. No. Change Fine (dBm) (dB) value adjustment Factory setting ——— ——— R114 5.6 k RV100 R229 5.6 k RV200 R327 5.6 k RV300 R414...
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1-10. Settings of Board Switches/Slit Lands and Description of LEDs Audio output level and headroom settings Output level Headroom Channel Ref. No. Change Fine (dBm) (dB) value adjustment Factory setting ——— ——— R531 10 k RV500 R631 10 k RV600 R731 10 k RV700...
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1-10. Settings of Board Switches/Slit Lands and Description of LEDs Monitor output and headroom settings Output level Headroom Channel Ref. No. Change Fine (dBm) (dB) value adjustment Factory setting ——— ——— R933 12 k RV900 R936 12 k RV920 SL900 ———...
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1-10. Settings of Board Switches/Slit Lands and Description of LEDs APR-49 Board (Side A) For details of how to remove and attach the board, refer to “2-10. Replacing the Plug-in Board”. <Top View> APR-49 Board switches SW No. Name Description Setting at Shipment Factory use ALL OFF...
1-10. Settings of Board Switches/Slit Lands and Description of LEDs 1-10-3. PD-94/107 Board Never change the settings of the switches labeled “Factory use”. D3D1 PD-94/107 Board (Side A) For details of how to remove and attach the board, refer to “2-10. Replacing the Plug-in Board”.
1-11. Switching of Search Dial Mode 1-11. Switching of Search Dial Mode 5. Check that the search dial shaft can be seen from the round hole of the mode selection plate, tighten the The search dial of this unit can be switched to the jog screw.
1-12. Reference Systems 1-12. Reference Systems This section describes how the reference signals of the output video signals are selected. The output video signals of this unit are synchronized and output as follows accord- ing to the setting of the [F2] (SERVO REF) key of the PF1 menu and input signal. (Start) What is the setting of the [F2] (SERVO REF) key of the PF1 menu?
1-13. Editor Setup Parameter 1-13. Editor Setup Parameter When using this unit as editor, set the various setup parameters as follows: Name of editor: BVE-2000 30 Frame Mode 25 Frame Mode VTR’s standard value VTR’s standard value 1 : 20 1 : 21 2 : E0 2 : E0...
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1-13. Editor Setup Parameter Name of editor: BVE-800 Set switch SW5-8 (25/30F) on the MP-17 board to OFF (30F). Then, set switch SW2 on the BK-807 board as follows: SW4 : ON SW3 : OFF SW2 : ON SW1 : ON Name of editor: BVE-9000, BVE-9100 30 Fame Mode 25 Frame Mode...
Section 2 Service Overview 2-1. Notes on Power Supply Block 2-2. Cleaning Clogged Heads 2-1-1. Primary Circuit Block and Warning on Clean using a cleaning cassette tape (specified product: Electrical Hazards BCT-HD12CL) when the rotary heads are clogged. For the cleaning, refer to “5-2-2. Cleaning by Cleaning Cassette Tape”.
2-3. Opening/Closing the Lower Control Panel 2-4. Removing/Installing the Lower Control Panel Assembly 2-3. Opening/Closing the Lower Control Removing Panel 1. Secure the lower control panel at 30d. 1. The lower control panel can be moved up to the 90d 2.
2-5. Removing/Installing Cabinet 2-5. Removing/Installing Cabinet 2-5-1. Removing/Installing the Upper Lid, Side Panels, Bottom Plate Be sure to turn off the POWER switch and unplug the power cord before starting the removal/installation. Upper lid B4 x 6 B3 x 6 B3 x 6 B4 x 6 Side panel (Right)
2-5. Removing/Installing Cabinet 2-5-2. Removing/Installing the Upper/Lower Upper Lid Control Panels 1. Loosen the three screws with stopper. 2. Lift up the connector panel side of the upper lid, and pull it out in the arrow direction. Be sure to turn off the POWER switch and unplug the power cord before starting the removal/installation.
2-5. Removing/Installing Cabinet 2-5-3. Removing/Installing the Connector Lower Control Panel Panel Assembly Be sure to remove the memory card before beginning removal/installation. To prevent electrical hazards, be sure to turn off the POWER switch and unplug the power cord before starting 1.
2-5. Removing/Installing Cabinet 2-5-4. Removing/Installing the Power Supply Panel Assembly To prevent electrical hazards, be sure to turn off the POWER switch and unplug the power cord before starting the removal/installation. 1. Remove the three screws, and pull out the power supply panel assembly.
2-6. Removing/Installing the Plate MD Assembly 2-6. Removing/Installing the Plate MD 3. Remove the plate MD assembly. Assembly Plate MD assembly Be sure to turn off the POWER switch and unplug the power cord before starting the removal/installation. 1. Remove the upper lid. (Refer to “2-5-1.
2-7. Removing/Installing the Cassette Compartment 5. Hold the cassette compartment at the two parts A, and 2-7. Removing/Installing the Cassette Compartment lift up the cassette compartment slightly (about 1 cm). When the four cassette compartment positioning legs are disconnected from the four positioning holes on the .
2-8. Circuit Structure 2-8. Circuit Structure The numbers given to the boards in this section are used also in “2-9-1. Location of Printed Circuit Board.” System Number Board Circuit Function Digital process DIF-91A HD serial digital interface with Embedded audio DPR-104 Digital data processor (Editing process board) DPR-143...
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2-8. Circuit Structure System Number Board Circuit Function Mech. deck CCM-15 Reel shift motor driver/sensor CCM-15 Threading motor PD-35 Pinch solenoid connection PTC-54 Threading FG PTC-59 Cassette’s holes sensor PTC-71 Reel position sensor RM-181 S reel motor RM-181 T reel motor SE-344 S reel FG SE-344...
2-9. Location of Main Parts 2-9-2. Location of Major Mechanical Parts 1 2 3 4 5 <Top View> INDEX 1 AT head !; T side worm wheel 2 AT erase head !' Worm gear 3 TG-3 tape guide !, Drive gear 4 Drum !.
2-9. Location of Main Parts 2-9-3. Location and Function of Sensors <Top View> Upper Lower <Cassette Compartment Top View> 2-15 HDW-F500E MMP1...
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2-9. Location of Main Parts Threading motor FG sensor T reel table FG sensor This sensor detects the rotation speed of the This sensor detects the rotation speed of the take- threading motor. up reel table. The FG output of this detection sensor enters the The FG output of this sensor is input to the servo servo circuit, and controls the threading/unthread- circuit to control the rotation speed of the reel...
2-10. Replacing the Plug-in Board 2-10. Replacing the Plug-in Board 4. Push up the eject levers on the two sides of the board removed in the arrow direction. 2-10-1. Removing/Installing the Plug-in Board 5. Hold the eject levers and slowly pull them straight up. Be sure to turn off the POWER switch and unplug the power cord before starting the removal/installation.
2-11. Mechanism of Cassettes 2-11. Mechanism of Cassettes There are REC inhibit plugs and various detection tabs on the back of the cassette tape. HDCAM cassette Small cassette (S cassette) Large cassette (L cassette) Tape thickness detection hole 234 Cassette type detection tab Cleaning cassette tape detection tab S cassette record inhibit plug L cassette record inhibit plug...
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2-11. Mechanism of Cassettes REC Inhibit Plugs Rear of cassette On same side Flag is at the bottom Recordable Unrecordable Detection tabs HDCAM cassette With Tab (Closed Hole) No Tab (Open Hole) Tape thickness is 13.5 µm Tape thickness detection Cleaning cassette tape detection Normal cassette tape Cleaning cassette tape...
2-12. Removing the Cassette Tape When Tape Slack Occurs 2-12. Removing the Cassette Tape When 7. Secure the lower control panel at 90d (with the panel Tape Slack Occurs side facing up). 8. Rotate the wheel shown in the figure until the cassette has been ejected completely.
Hewlett-Packard HP3400A Frequency counter Advantest TR5821AK Digital voltmeter Advantest TR6845 HD SDI signal generator Shibasoku TG37AX, SONY Tektronix TG2000 (HDVG1, AWVG1) SDI DA converter SONY PFV-D50 + HKPF-102 (59.94/60i only) HD SDI compatible monitor SONY BVM-D14H5U or Shibasoku CM202H Audio oscillator...
2-13. Fixtures and Measuring Equipments 2-13-3. Alignment Tape 1. HR2-1A (For Tracking Adjustments) Part No.: 8-960-076-11 Recording Signal Details Time CTL Track CUE Track Video/Audio Track For use min.: sec. 00 : 00 ↑ 1 kHz 0 VU 5.875 MHz .
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2-13. Fixtures and Measuring Equipments 2. HR5-1A (For Digital Video, Audio System Adjustments) Part No.: 8-960-076-01 Recording Signal Details Time VIDEO D-AUDIO Time min.: sec. min.: sec. 00 : 00 00 : 00 Color Bars 1 kHz _20 dB FS 1 kHz 0 VU (100%) 01 : 25...
This unit corresponds to the ISR (Interactive Status Reporting system) function. When this unit is connected to a personal computer which runs Sony’s ISR application software, the status of this unit or the contents of errors occurred can be intensively monitored and managed on the monitor screen of the personal computer.
2-14. ISR 2-14-2. Information on Communicating Cables Prepare cables according to the following information on connection. 1. For connecting Directly to a Personal Computer Use the RS-232C cross cable. RS-232C DB25 DB25 25PIN 9PIN Signal ( 3 ) ( 2 ) ( 7 ) ( 8 ) ( 6 )
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2-14. ISR 2. For Connecting to a Personal Computer Via LAN (Terminal Server: 6-pin Port) The connection varies depending on the terminal server. Be sure to check the pin assignment of the terminal server side, and follow accordingly. Terminal Server RS-232C RJ12 (Modular type) DB25...
Section 3 Self-Diagnosis 3-1. Overview This unit is equipped a self-diagnosis function for internal errors. Following three messages are available in the self-diagnosis. Error messages: Displays serious errors which stop the VTR. Warning messages: Displays warnings that the VTR can be operated continuously. Channel condition messages: Displays the channel condition errors of the video signals and the audio signals.
3-2. Error Messages Error messages Code Message indicated on Page Content time data display area REEL TROUBLE-1 Detected “tape slack” during threading or unthreading. REEL TROUBLE-2 Detected “ tape slack” during search, fast-forward or rewind. REEL TROUBLE-3 Detected “tape slack” during recording or playback. REEL TROUBLE-4 Detected abnormal speed of tape running during fast-forward or rewind.
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3-2. Error Messages ERROR-01 REEL TROUBLE-1 Description: Tape slacking is detected during threading or unthreading. Sub messages and detecting conditions: (1) Slack detected (T-REEL/THREADING) When the relation between T reel FG and threading FG is out of the specification during threading or unthreading after tape winding diameter measurement (*1) is completed.
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3-2. Error Messages ERROR-02 REEL TROUBLE-2 Description: Tape slacking is detected during search, fast-forward or rewind. Sub messages and detecting conditions: (1) Direction Disagreement When the rotating directions of the S reel and T reel do not match continuously for a certain period of time.
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3-2. Error Messages Possible causes: . S side or T side reel motor defective. . S side or T side reel motor drive circuit (DR-307 board) malfunction. . S side or T side FG waveform shaping circuit (DR-307 board) malfunction. .
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3-2. Error Messages ERROR-03 REEL TROUBLE-3 Description: Tape slacking is detected during recording or playback. Sub messages and detecting conditions: (1) Direction Disagreement When the rotating directions of the S reel and T reel do not match continuously for a certain period of time.
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3-2. Error Messages ERROR-04 REEL TROUBLE-4 Description: Abnormal speed of tape running is detected during fast-forward or rewind. Sub messages and detecting conditions: (1) S-REEL Side Trouble (FF) When the tape running speed is insufficient with respect to the target speed continuously for a certain period of time, and the S side tension is above the specified value during forward.
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3-2. Error Messages ERROR-05 REEL TROUBLE-5 Description: Abnormal operations on the S side reel or T side reel are detected in the diagnosis (*1) during cassette tape insertion. Or continuous abnormal current flow to the S reel or T reel was detected.
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3-2. Error Messages Protecting operations: For detecting conditions (1), (2), (3), or (4), the cassette tape is ejected. Thereafter insertion of the cassette tape is prohibited. For detecting conditions (5) and (6), if the cassette compartment is operating, the cassette tape is ejected.
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3-2. Error Messages ERROR-07 CAPSTAN TROUBLE Description: Abnormal operations of the capstan motor are detected. Sub messages and detecting conditions: (1) Speed Error Detected When the tape speed calculated from the capstan FG with respect to the target speed is out of the specification during recording, playback, or search.
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3-2. Error Messages ERROR-09 TH/UNTH MOTOR TIME OUT Description: Abnormal operation is detected during threading or unthreading. Sub messages and detecting conditions: (1) No FG Detected When the threading FG is not detected within the specified time during threading motor drives.
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3-2. Error Messages ERROR-0A THREADING TROUBLE Description: The incorrect ending of process for tape top when threading is detected. Detecting condition: When tape top is detected again when threading after tape top processing. Possible causes: . T reel motor defective. .
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3-2. Error Messages ERROR-11 TAPE TOP/END SENSOR TROUBLE Description: Tape top and tape end are detected simultaneously. Detecting condition: When both tape top and tape end are simultaneously detected for the specified time. Possible causes: . Tape top sensor or tape end sensor defective. .
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3-2. Error Messages ERROR-13 TAPE END SENSOR TROUBLE Description: Abnormal condition in the tape end sensor is detected. Detecting condition: When tape end is detected continuously for a specified time. Possible causes: . Tape end sensor defective. . Tape end detection circuit (DR-307 board) malfunction. .
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3-2. Error Messages ERROR-20 CASSETTE COMPARTMENT MOTOR LOCK Description: Abnormal condition during cassette compartment operations is detected. Detecting condition: When operations are not completed even after a specified time from the start of cassette compartment operations. Possible causes: . Cassette compartment unit defective. .
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3-2. Error Messages ERROR-22 REEL POSITION SENSOR TROUBLE Description: L cassette position and S cassette position of the reel table are detected simultaneously. Detecting condition: When the reel table position detection sensor is detected simultaneously the L cassette position and S cassette position. Possible causes: .
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3-2. Error Messages ERROR-92 INTERNAL INTERFACE Description: Abnormal condition in the communication between CPUs on the circuit boards is detected. Sub messages and detecting conditions: (1) FP When communication error between SYS2 CPU (IC404/SS-88 board) and FP CPU (IC7/ FP-103 board) is detected. (2) EQ When communication error between SYS2 CPU (IC404/SS-88 board) and EQ CPU (IC900/EQ-85 board) is detected.
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3-2. Error Messages ERROR-93 CPU INITIALIZE ERROR Description: Abnormal condition in the mutual check between CPUs is detected at the power ON. Sub messages and detecting conditions: (1) DT When the SV1 CPU (IC1005/SS-88 board) is detected an error of DT CPU (IC2104/SS- 88 board).
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3-2. Error Messages ERROR-97 SV NV-RAM TROUBLE Description: Abnormal condition during the data-read process of the servo adjustment is detected at power ON. Detecting condition: When the checksum of the servo adjustment data does not match the read value. Possible causes: .
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When this message is displayed, it may not be possible to start the unit properly because the model settings are damaged. If used continuously, incorrect recording or incorrect operations may occur. Please contact to your local Sony’s sale/service office. 3-20 HDW-F500E MMP1...
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3-2. Error Messages ERROR-A3 SYS NV-RAM CHECK SUM ERROR Description: Detected abnormal condition during read process of menu set up data is detected at power Detecting condition: When the checksum of the menu data saved in the NV-RAM does not match the value read. Possible causes: .
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3-2. Error Messages ERROR-A5 RS422 REMOTE COMMAND BUFFER FULL Description: Received buffer of 9-pin serial communication becomes full. Detecting condition: Monitoring of read and write address. Possible causes: . When communication which exceeds the processing ability is carried out. . Fault of 9-pin serial communication hardware on the SS-88 board. Protecting operation: None.
3-3. Warning Messages 3-3. Warning Messages The unit will be continued operating normally when these C H . C O N D H O M E P B / E E warning messages are displayed. The record of the warning S T I L L T C R L T C...
3-4. Channel Condition Messages 3-5. Error Logger Function 3-4. Channel Condition Messages R E M A I N - T C H . C O N D D I A G N O T I C S P A G E T O P 6 8 m i n When the red indicator for CHANNEL CONDITION on...
Section 4 Maintenance Mode 4-1. Maintenance Mode 4-1-1. Overview The unit is equipped with maintenance mode necessary in maintenance of the unit and in diagnostics of unit troubles. Following menus and modes are available in maintenance mode. n Actual typefaces differ from the ones shown in diagrams in this manual.
4-1. Maintenance Mode 4-1-2. Description Keys 4-1-3. Start-up/Exit of Maintenance Mode 4-1-2. Description of Keys Illustration and the list below describes keys and switches to be used in maintenance mode. No. Name Function Display Displays the menu window selected from a menu. Each of menu windows indicates the functions assigned to each of function keys (F1 to F10) and the information necessary in set up such as timecode.
4-2. Maintenance Information Display 4-2. Maintenance Information Display Overview CH.COND MAINTE INFO R O M V E R TCR 00:00:00:00 M AINT ENA NCE INF ORM ATION DISPLA Y E R R L O G OPE RAT ION 74 HOURS DRU M R UNN ING 10 HOURS[ 10H]...
4-2. Maintenance Information Display 4-2-1. ROM VERSION/SERIAL No. 4-2-1. ROM VERSION/SERIAL No. [F1] (ROM VER) Key : The version No. of ROMs (including the ones in the CH.COND MA INTE INF O R O M V E R microprocessor), the installing option and serial No. of the TC R 00 :00:0 0:00 unit are displayed.
4-2. Maintenance Information Display 4-2-2. Error Logger 4-2-2. Error Logger [F2] (ER R LOG) Key : Detected the error(s) occurred in the system of the unit and displays a list of logged error(s) messages. DIAGNOSTICS P A G E CH.COND T O P Time code TCR 00:00:01:05...
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4-2. Maintenance Information Display 4-2-2. Error Logger 2. CANCEL EDIT Selected a warning message that you want to cancel. (1) Press [ALT]/[F8] (CANCEL EDIT) keys from ERROR LOGGER menu. ([ALT]/[F8] (CANCEL EDIT) keys means to press [F8] key simultaneously with [ALT] key.) DIAGNOSTICS CH.COND T CR 00: 00:01:05...
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4-2. Maintenance Information Display 4-2-2. Error Logger 3. REAL TIME Performs set up to the system clock. n If performed setting between standard time and daylight saving time, the time shifts by one hour. Even if performed change of setting where time jumps across 00:00 A.M., the date are correctly reflected.
4-2. Maintenance Information Display 4-2-3. Warning Messages 4-2-3. Warning Messages Indicated warning messages and their meaning are as follows: HOME CH.COND P B / E E STILL TC R IN TRP R E C I N H c a s s t AIN --:- -:-- :-- AOUT --: --:-- :-- A S S E M - IN --:- -:-- :--...
4-2. Maintenance Information Display 4-2-4. Error Messages 4-2-4. Error Messages Indicated error messages and their meaning are as follows: Code Message indicated on time data display area Content REEL TROUBLE-1 Detected “tape slack” during threading or unthreading. REEL TROUBLE-2 Detected “tape slack” during search, fast-forward or rewind. REEL TROUBLE-3 Detected “tape slack”...
4-2. Maintenance Information Display 4-2-5. Channel Condition Messages 4-2-6. Option Information 4-2-5. Channel Condition Messages Indicated channel condition messages and their meaning DIA GN OTI CS R EMAIN -T CH.COND P A G E 68m in T O P are as follows: TCR 00:0 1:21 :18 ERRO R LO G '9 9/06/ 11 1 3: 36: 05...
4-3. Maintenance Menu 4-3. Maintenance Menu Overview CH.COND MAINTENANCE TCR 00:00:00:02 MAI NTE NANC E R O M M A I N T O PERA TIO N 63 HOU RS P A N E L D RUM RUN NIN G 60 HOU RS[ 60H] M A I N T...
4-3. Maintenance Menu 4-3-1. PANEL MAINTENANCE Menu 4-3-1. PANEL MAINTENANCE Menu ([F3] : PANEL MAINT) Overview Performs self-diagnostics of the control panel. PANEL MAINT CH.COND TCR 00:00:00:00 PAN EL MAI NTE NANC E MENU C A R D I / F B U Z Z E R K E Y D I A L...
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4-3. Maintenance Menu 4-3-1. PANEL MAINTENANCE Menu [F3] (CARD I/F) Key : PANE L MA INT CH.COND n Do not use a memory card in which necessary data has been saved. Such data may be erased during this test. Memory card is C ARD I /F T EST inserted or extracted even if the power is turned ON.
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4-3. Maintenance Menu 4-3-1. PANEL MAINTENANCE Menu [F7] (KEY) Key : Performs tests on the keys, switches and LEDs. PA NEL MAIN T CH.COND TCR 0 0:00 :00: 00 K EY TE ST (1) Press keys in accordance with the message on the menu to perform the test.
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4-3. Maintenance Menu 4-3-1. PANEL MAINTENANCE Menu [F8] (DIAL) Key: Performs tests on the search dial. PA NEL MAINT CH.COND DI AL TE ST Perform tests on the search dial and dial interface, and Dia l dat a: confirm the following menu indications: D ial d irec tion : C A R D Dial data...
4-3. Maintenance Menu 4-3-2. SERVO SYSTEM Check 4-3-2. SERVO SYSTEM Check ([F4] : SERVO CHECK) 1. SERVO CHECK menu Overview This section is described SERVO CHECK menu. Unless comment specified, same result is obtained with performing any of field frequency modes. n If pressed [ALT] key from SERVO CHECK menu, the menu transits to ALT+SERVO CHECK menu.
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4-3. Maintenance Menu 4-3-2. SERVO SYSTEM Check [F1] (CASSTT SW) Key : Performs checking to functions of cassette tab sensor and CH.COND SERV O CH ECK C A S S T T REC inhibit sensor TCR 00:0 1:02 :02 (switch). S ERVO CHEC K C A S S T T C M P S W...
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4-3. Maintenance Menu 4-3-2. SERVO SYSTEM Check [F2] (CASSTT CMP SW) Key : Performs checking to the function of compartment sensors CH.COND SERVO CHE CK C A S S T T (switches). T CR 0 0:01 :02:0 2 SERV O CH ECK C A S S T T (1) Press [F2] key from SERVO CHECK menu to enter to C M P S W...
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4-3. Maintenance Menu 4-3-2. SERVO SYSTEM Check [F3] (TP/END SNSR) Key : Performs checking to the functions of tape top sensor and CH.COND SE RVO CHECK C A S S T T tape end sensor. TC R 00 :01: 02:0 2 S ERVO CHEC K C A S S T T (1) Press [F3] key from SERVO CHECK menu to enter to...
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4-3. Maintenance Menu 4-3-2. SERVO SYSTEM Check [F4] (DEW SNSR) Key : Performs checking to the function of DEW (dew condensa- CH.COND SERV O CHE CK C A S S T T tion) sensor. TCR 00:0 1:02 :02 SE RVO C HECK C A S S T T (1) Press [F4] key from SERVO CHECK menu to enter C M P S W...
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4-3. Maintenance Menu 4-3-2. SERVO SYSTEM Check [F5] (S REEL MOTOR) Key : Performs checking to the rotation of S-reel motor. CH.COND SER VO C HECK C A S S T T TC R 00 :01:0 2:02 (1) Press [F5] key from SERVO CHECK menu to enter SE RVO C HECK C A S S T T C M P S W...
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4-3. Maintenance Menu 4-3-2. SERVO SYSTEM Check [F6] (T REEL MOTOR) Key : Perform the checking to rotation of T-reel motor. CH.COND SERV O CHE CK C A S S T T TCR 00:0 1:02 :02 (1) Press [F6] key from SERVO CHECK menu to enter SER VO C HECK C A S S T T C M P S W...
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4-3. Maintenance Menu 4-3-2. SERVO SYSTEM Check [F7] (THREAD MOTOR) Key : Performs checking to rotation of threading motor and to S ERVO CHE CK C A S S T T functions of thread end sensor and unthread end sensor. TCR 00:0 1:02: 02 S ERVO CHE CK C A S S T T...
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4-3. Maintenance Menu 4-3-2. SERVO SYSTEM Check [F8] (CASSTT COMP) Key : Performs checking to the operation of cassette compart- CH.COND S ERVO CHEC K C A S S T T ment motor and to the function of cassette down sensor. T CR 0 0:00 :00:0 0 SERV O CH ECK C A S S T T...
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4-3. Maintenance Menu 4-3-2. SERVO SYSTEM Check [F9] (CAPSTN MOTOR) Key : SERV O CH ECK Performs checking to the rotating direction of capstan C A S S T T CH.COND motor. TCR 00:0 0:00 :00 SERV O CHE CK C A S S T T (1) Press [F9] key from SERVO CHECK menu to enter C M P S W...
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4-3. Maintenance Menu 4-3-2. SERVO SYSTEM Check 2. ALT+ + + + + SERVO CHECK menu Overview This section is described “ALT+SERVO CHECK menu”. Press [ALT] key from SERVO CHECK menu to enter to ALT+SERVO CHECK menu. n If pressed [ALT] key from ALT+SERVO CHECK menu, it enter to SERVO CHECK menu. CH.COND ALT+SVO CHK D R U M...
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4-3. Maintenance Menu 4-3-2. SERVO SYSTEM Check [F1] (DRUM MOTOR) Key : CH.COND AL T+SVO CHK Performs checking to the rotation of drum motor. D R U M M O T O R T CR 0 0:00 :00:0 0 (1) Press [F1] key from ALT+SERVO CHECK menu to SER VO C HECK R E E L S H I F T...
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4-3. Maintenance Menu 4-3-2. SERVO SYSTEM Check [F2] (REEL SHIFT) Key : CH.COND A LT+S VO C HK D R U M Performs checking to the operation of reel shift motor and M O T O R to the function of reel position sensors. T CR 00 :00: 00:0 0 SE RVO CHEC K R E E L...
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4-3. Maintenance Menu 4-3-2. SERVO SYSTEM Check [F3] (PINCH ROLLER) Key : Performs checking to the operation of pinch roller sole- CH.COND AL T+ SVO CHK D R U M M O T O R noid. TCR 00 :0 0:00 :00 SE RVO CHEC K R E E L (1) Press [F3] key from ALT+SERVO CHECK menu to...
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4-3. Maintenance Menu 4-3-2. SERVO SYSTEM Check [F4] (S REEL BRAKE) Key : Performs checking to the operation of S reel brake sole- CH.COND AL T+SV O CHK D R U M M O T O R noid. TC R 00 :00:0 0:00 SE RVO C HECK R E E L (1) Press [F4] key from ALT+SERVO CHECK menu to...
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4-3. Maintenance Menu 4-3-2. SERVO SYSTEM Check [F6] (CLEAN ROLLER) Key : Performs checking to the operation of cleaning roller CH.COND AL T+ SVO CHK D R U M M O T O R solenoid. TCR 00 :0 0:00 :00 SER VO C HECK R E E L (1) Press [F6] key from ALT+SERVO CHECK menu to...
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4-3. Maintenance Menu 4-3-2. SERVO SYSTEM Check [F7] (MTR & FG CHECK) Key : Performs automatic checking to duty ratio of S reel FG/T CH.COND ALT+ SVO CHK D R U M M O T O R reel FG/capstan FG, to offset/friction level of S reel and T TCR 0 0:00 :00: 00 Reel, and to torque of S reel and T reel.
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4-3. Maintenance Menu 4-3-2. SERVO SYSTEM Check 6 S REEL MOTOR TORQUE When message “CHECK INCOMPLETE” Performs checking to torque of S reel. appeared: Perform S reel motor check ([F5]: S REEL MOTOR) 1 S REEL FG/MOTOR CHECK from SERVO CHECK menu, and if there is no problem, Performs checking to duty ratio of S reel FG.
4-3. Maintenance Menu 4-3-3. DT/SAT SYSTEM Check 4-3-3. DT/SAT SYSTEM Check ([F5] : DT/SAT CHECK) Overview CH.COND DT/SAT CHK D R I V E R TCR 0:00:00:00 DT/ SAT CH ECK L O O P W O B - B L I N G F U N C E X I T M O D E...
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4-3. Maintenance Menu 4-3-3. DT/SAT SYSTEM Check [F1] (DT DRIVER) Key : CH.COND DT/S AT C HK Performs checking to the bimorph driver control circuit (on D R I V E R SS-88 board) using loop-back from the bimorph driver TCR 0:00 :00: 00 amplifier (on DT-34C board).
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4-3. Maintenance Menu 4-3-3. DT/SAT SYSTEM Check [F2] (SG LOOP) Key : CH.COND DT/S AT C HK Performs checking to the feedback loop of the strain D R I V E R gauge. TCR 0:0 0:0 0: 00 D T/SA T CH ECK (1) Press [F2] key from DT/SAT CHECK menu to enter L O O P S G LO OP...
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4-3. Maintenance Menu 4-3-3. DT/SAT SYSTEM Check [F3] (WOBBLING) Key : CH.COND DT/S AT C HK Performs checking to the tracking error detect circuit and D R I V E R to the wobbling voltage generator circuit. TCR 0:00 :00: 00 D T/SA T CH ECK (1) Press [F3] key from DT/SAT CHECK menu to enter L O O P...
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4-3. Maintenance Menu 4-3-3. DT/SAT SYSTEM Check [F7] (FUNC MODE) Key : CH.COND DT/S AT C HK Performs checking to SAT operation within its normal D R I V E R operating. TCR 0:0 0:0 0: 00 D T/SA T CH ECK (1) Press [F7] key from DT/SAT CHECK menu to enter L O O P F UNCT ION MODE...
4-3. Maintenance Menu 4-3-4. RF SYSTEM Check 4-3-4. RF SYSTEM Check ([F7] : RF CHECK) 1. RF CHECK menu Overview This section is described RF CHECK menu. CH.COND RF CHECK C O N F I T E S T o f f TCR 00:00:00:0 2 R F C HEC K REC &...
4-3. Maintenance Menu 4-3-5. AUDIO/VIDEO SYSTEM Check 4-3-5. AUDIO/VIDEO SYSTEM Check ([F8] : A/V CHECK) Overview In this mode, you can set up the system E-E function during MAINTENANCE mode. In addition, you can set up the operation of audio and video test signal generators built in this unit.
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4-3. Maintenance Menu 4-3-5. AUDIO/VIDEO SYSTEM Check [F1] (SYSTEM EE) Key : Performs set up to enable/disable the system EE function, CH.COND A /V C HECK S Y S T E M and to select the signal path from the following options TCR 00 :00 :00: 00 when enabled the system EE function.
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4-3. Maintenance Menu 4-3-5. AUDIO/VIDEO SYSTEM Check [F4] (AUDIO TST SG) Key : Selects the operation of internal audio signal generator CH.COND A/V CHEC K S Y S T E M during MAINTENANCE mode. TCR 00: 00:0 0 :00 V I D E O A/ V CH ECK T S T S G : Disables the audio test signal generator.
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4-3. Maintenance Menu 4-3-5. AUDIO/VIDEO SYSTEM Check [F5] (PLL INFO.) Key : CH.COND T G STAT US Displays the status of the lock on the PLL circuit of the VTR. TCR 23 :59 :59: 00 T IMIN G GE NERAT OR S TATU S PLL LOCK INF O.
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4-3. Maintenance Menu 4-3-5. AUDIO/VIDEO SYSTEM Check [F8] (1125 REF) Key : CH.COND TG STA TUS TCR 23: 59:5 9:00 Displays the status of the 1125 REF input signal. TIMI NG G ENER ATOR STAT US 11 25 R EF IN FO. 1 125 FIEL D FR EQ.
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4-3. Maintenance Menu 4-3-5. AUDIO/VIDEO SYSTEM Check [F7] (VIDEO LOOP) Key : CH.COND V IDEO LOO P TC R 23 : 59:5 9:00 V IDEO LOOP Performs the loop-test of video signal processing system. E X I T L O O P L O O P ( 1 ) ( 2 )
4-3. Maintenance Menu 4-3-6. OTHERS Check 4-3-6. OTHERS Check ([F9] : OTHERS CHECK) Overview CH.COND O THERS CHK N V R A M C T L TC R 00 :00:00:00 M E M O R Y OTH ERS CHE CK C H E C K R S 2 3 2 C S T A T U S...
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4-3. Maintenance Menu 4-3-6. OTHERS Check [F1] (NVRAM CTL) Key : Saves the set up data (function setup) of BKDW-509 to a CH.COND NV RAM CHK NVRAM. TCR 00 :0 0:00 :00 Or, resets it to the set up data at shipping from factory. OTHE RS C HECK NVRA M CO NTRO L NO O PERA TION...
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4-3. Maintenance Menu 4-3-6. OTHERS Check [F3] (RS232C STATUS) Key : Indicates the status of RS-232C. Also, performs set up the CH.COND OT HERS CH K N V R A M C T L flow control and the communication speeds necessary in T CR 00 :00: 00:0 0 ISR.
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4-3. Maintenance Menu 4-3-6. OTHERS Check [F4] (M-HEAD ROOM) Key : Performs set up the head room of audio level meter from CH.COND O THER S CH K N V R A M C T L following options: TCR 00 :0 0:00 :00 _20dB, _18dB O THER S CH ECK M ETER HEA D ROO M...
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4-3. Maintenance Menu 4-3-6. OTHERS Check [F6] (PARA-I SET UP) Key : [F7] (PARA-O SET UP) Key : CH.COND OTHE RS CH K N V R A M C T L TCR 00: 00:0 0:00 Changes the set up data (function set up of input or output O THER S CHE CK B KDW- 509 I NPUT ASS IGN pins of the parallel interface) of optional BKDW-509.
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4-3. Maintenance Menu 4-3-6. OTHERS Check [F9] (SYSTEM MENU) Key : CH.COND S Y STEM MENU Changes the operating mode of this unit. A C T I V E L I N E 1 0 3 5 SYSTE M ME NU For details, refer to “Section 1-8.
4-4. Alternative Maintenance Menu 4-4. Alternative Maintenance Menu Overview CH.COND ALT +MAINTE TC R 0 0:0 0:00:02 A LT MAI NTE NANC E S E R V O A D J D W N C N T E X I T A D J A D J A D J...
4-4. Alternative Maintenance Menu 4-4-1. SERVO SYSTEM Adjustment 4-4-1. SERVO SYSTEM Adjustment ([F4] : SERVO ADJ) 1. SERVO ADJUST menu Overview This section is described SERVO ADJUST menu. Unless comment specified, same result is obtained with performing any of field frequency modes. n When pressed [ALT] key from SERVO ADJUST menu, it transits to ALT+SERVO ADJUST menu.
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4-4. Alternative Maintenance Menu 4-4-1. SERVO SYSTEM Adjustment [F1] (NVRAM CTL) Key : Saves the adjustment data of servo system to NVRAM. CH.COND NVR AM CT L T CR 00 :00: 00:0 2 S ERVO ADJ UST Perform this adjustment while a cassette tape is ejected out N VRAM CON TROL from the unit.
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4-4. Alternative Maintenance Menu 4-4-1. SERVO SYSTEM Adjustment (1) Press [F2] key from SERVO ADJUST menu to enter to AUTO ADJUST menu. CH.COND SER VO A DJ (2) Press keys to start the adjustment. N V R A M C T L Perform the adjustment starting from S REEL FG TC R 00: 00:0 0:02 DUTY ADJUST.
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4-4. Alternative Maintenance Menu 4-4-1. SERVO SYSTEM Adjustment [F4] (T REEL FG) Key : Performs duty adjustment of T reel FG. CH.COND SERVO ADJ N V R A M C T L TCR 00:0 0:00 :03 (1) Press [F4] key from SERVO ADJUST menu to enter SE RVO ADJU ST A U T O to T REEL FG DUTY ADJUST menu.
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4-4. Alternative Maintenance Menu 4-4-1. SERVO SYSTEM Adjustment [F6] (S REEL O/F) Key : Performs S reel offset and friction adjustments. CH.COND S ERVO ADJ N V R A M (1) Press [F6] key from SERVO ADJUST menu to enter C T L TCR 0 0:00 :00: 03 to S REEL OFFSET/FRICTION menu.
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4-4. Alternative Maintenance Menu 4-4-1. SERVO SYSTEM Adjustment [F8] (S REEL TORQUE) Key : Performs S reel torque adjustment. CH.COND SE RVO A DJ N V R A M C T L T CR 0 0:00: 00:0 3 (1) Press [F8] key from SERVO ADJUST menu to enter SERV O AD JUST A U T O A D J...
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4-4. Alternative Maintenance Menu 4-4-1. SERVO SYSTEM Adjustment 2. ALT+ + + + + SERVO ADJUST menu Overview This section is described ALT+SERVO ADJUST menu. To enter to ALT+SERVO ADJUST menu, press [ALT] key from SERVO ADJUST menu. n If pressed [ALT] key from ALT+SERVO ADJUST menu, it transits to SERVO ADJUST menu. CH.COND ALT+SV AD J N V R A M...
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4-4. Alternative Maintenance Menu 4-4-1. SERVO SYSTEM Adjustment [F1] (NVRAM CONTROL) Key : Saves the adjustment data of servo system to NVRAM. CH.COND NVRA M CTL TCR 00: 00:0 0:02 SE RVO ADJU ST Perform this menu while a cassette tape is ejected from the NV RAM CONT ROL unit.
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4-4. Alternative Maintenance Menu 4-4-1. SERVO SYSTEM Adjustment [F4] (CAPSTN SPEED) Key : Performs free-run speed adjustment of capstan motor. CH.COND AL T+SV ADJ N V R A M C T L TC R 00 :00: 00:0 3 ALT SERV O AD JUST If a cassette tape is loaded to the unit when selected this CAPS TAN FREE SPE ED AD JUST menu, the cassette tape is automatically ejected from the...
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4-4. Alternative Maintenance Menu 4-4-1. SERVO SYSTEM Adjustment [F5] (RF SW MANUAL) Key : Performs manual adjustment of RF switching position. CH.COND AL T+SV ADJ N V R A M C T L This adjustment is used when automatic adjustment ([F6] T CR 0 0:00 :00: 03 RF SW AUTO) is impossible to perform because of some ALT SER VO AD JUST...
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4-4. Alternative Maintenance Menu 4-4-1. SERVO SYSTEM Adjustment [F6] (RF SW AUTO) Key : Performs automatic adjustment of RF switching position. CH.COND AL T+SV ADJ N V R A M C T L TC R 00 :00: 00:0 3 ALT SERV O AD JUST Adjustment value of the field frequency differ 59.94i/60i RF S WITC HING POS .(AUT O) from 50i, moreover 23.976PsF/24PsF.
4-4. Alternative Maintenance Menu 4-4-2. DT SYSTEM Adjustment 4-4-2. DT SYSTEM Adjustment ([F5] : DT ADJ) Overview Performs automatic or semi-automatic adjustment of DT system. CH.COND DT CHK N V R A M C T L T CR 00: 00: 00:02 D T AD JUS T C A P S T N F G L V L...
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4-4. Alternative Maintenance Menu 4-4-2. DT SYSTEM Adjustment [F1] (NVRAM CTL) Key : Saves the adjustment data of DT system to NVRAM. CH.COND N VRAM CHK T CR 0 0 :00: 00:00 DT CHEC K Once saved to NVRAM, the set up data does not return to NVR AM C ONTR OL it before change.
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4-4. Alternative Maintenance Menu 4-4-2. DT SYSTEM Adjustment [F3] (CAPSTAN FG LVL) Key : CH.COND Measures the maximum and the minimum value of analog D T AD J N V R A M C T L voltage of capstan FG necessary in the detection of minute TCR 00:0 0:00 :02 rotational phase of the capstan.
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4-4. Alternative Maintenance Menu 4-4-2. DT SYSTEM Adjustment [F4] (DRIVE GAIN) Key : CH.COND Measures the proportional constant (gain) between strain D T ADJ N V R A M C T L gauge voltage and actual height of DT head. Also, mea- TCR 00 :00 :00: 02 sures the response time (DELAY) of the bimorph drive DT ADJUS T...
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4-4. Alternative Maintenance Menu 4-4-2. DT SYSTEM Adjustment [F5] (HEAD OFFSET) Key : CH.COND Measures the bimorph drive voltage with reference to the D T AD J N V R A M C T L tape when the DT head is located at its reference position. TCR 00:0 0:00 :02 Checks that the unit is continuously trace the correct track DT ADJU ST...
4-4. Alternative Maintenance Menu 4-4-3. RF SYSTEM Adjustment 4-4-3. RF SYSTEM Adjustment ([F7] : RF ADJUST) 1. RF ADJUST menu Overview This section is described RF ADJUST menu. n Adjustment value of the RF system differ in each field frequency 59.94i/60i from 50i, moreover 23.976PsF/24PsF, therefore be sure to perform adjustment in each mode.
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4-4. Alternative Maintenance Menu 4-4-3. RF SYSTEM Adjustment Preparations 1. Adjustment of playback system Prepare the alignment tape HR5-1A which cued up to 00:00:00:00. 2. Adjustment of recording system Prepare a HD tape for recording. Description of adjustment items [F1] (NVRAM CTL) Key : Saves the adjustment data of RF system to NVRAM.
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4-4. Alternative Maintenance Menu 4-4-3. RF SYSTEM Adjustment [F3] (RF ALL ADJ) Key : CH.COND Automatically and sequentially executes all the adjustment R F AD J N V R A M C T L menus necessary in RF adjustment in the order listed TCR 00 :0 0:00 :00 below.
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4-4. Alternative Maintenance Menu 4-4-3. RF SYSTEM Adjustment (5) Insert the recording tape to the unit. The unit automat- ically enters to REC mode, and starts adjustment of REC current. 1. If the unit stepped out of the condition necessary in performing correct adjustment (tape running stopped, for example) during adjustment (play- back/recording), following message appears on the...
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4-4. Alternative Maintenance Menu 4-4-3. RF SYSTEM Adjustment [F4] (DRUM REPLCE) Key : R EMAI N-T CH.COND Automatically and sequentially executes all the adjustment RF AD J N V R A M 2 7min GREEN C T L menus necessary when replaced the head drum in the order TCR 00:1 1:26 :00 listed below.
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4-4. Alternative Maintenance Menu 4-4-3. RF SYSTEM Adjustment 2. Manual adjustment (1) Press [F5] key from RF CHECK menu to enter to ADV EQUALZE menu. (2) Press [F2] (manual/auto switching) key to select “manual”. (When entered to a menu, “auto” is selected as default.) GAIN A-CH data is underlined.
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4-4. Alternative Maintenance Menu 4-4-3. RF SYSTEM Adjustment 2. ALT+ + + + + RF ADJUST menu Overview This section is described ALT+RF ADJUST menu. To enter to ALT+RF ADJUST menu, press [ALT] key from RF ADJUST menu. n If pressed [ALT] key from ALT+RF ADJUST menu, it returns to RF ADJUST menu. CH.COND ALT+RF ADJ N V R A M...
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4-4. Alternative Maintenance Menu 4-4-3. RF SYSTEM Adjustment Preparations 1. Adjustment of playback system Prepare the alignment tape HR5-1A which cued up to 00:00:00:00. 2. Adjustment of recording system Prepare a HD tape for recording. Description of adjustment items [F1] (NVRAM CTL) Key : Saves the adjustment data of RF system to NVRAM.
Section 5 Periodic Maintenance and Inspection This section describes how to carry out periodic inspections and cleaning. 5-1. Periodic Inspection To make the most of the functions, fully realize the performance of the unit, periodi- cally check parts and replace them. 5-1-1.
5-1. Periodic Inspection 5-1-2. Periodic Replacement List The replacement time which show in the following list are not the guarantee term parts. Use this list as guidelines for the maintenance and inspection. The replace- ment time of the parts vary depending on the operation environment and conditions of the unit.
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5-1. Periodic Inspection If threading/unthreading are repeated frequently, periodic replacement of the following parts is recommended. Replacement Parts Replacement Interval Part No. Part Name Qty. Brake solenoid Every 200,000 times of threading 1-454-417-31 Plunger solenoid S tension regulator Every 200,000 times of threading A-8267-795-E Tension regulator assembly (RP) T tension regulator...
5-1. Periodic Inspection 5-1-3. Hours Meter This unit displays an hours meter on its SET-UP screen on the control panel. It is recommended that periodic inspections be carried out using this hours meter as a reference. 1. Method of Display (1) Press the [SETUP] button at the side of the display.
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5-1. Periodic Inspection [Reference Information] This unit can also display the hours meter at the maintenance screen other than at the SET-UP screen. 1. Method of Display (1) At the HOME, TC, CUE, PF1, PF2, SETUP, and ALT screens, press the [SFT] button and MAINTENANCE switch simultaneously.
5-2. Cleaning 5-2. Cleaning To make the most of the functions, fully realize the performance of the unit, and lengthen the life of the unit and tape, clean daily. 5-2-1. Cleaning by Cleaning Cloth 1. Cautions . Be sure to turn the power off before cleaning. .
5-2. Cleaning 5-2-3. Cleaning the Rotary Heads Never touch the rotating drum. When the drum which is rotating at high speed is touched using your hand or a tool, your hand or the tool will be pushed with very strong force, resulting in injuries. Begin cleaning after turning off the power and when the drum has stopped rotating.
5-2. Cleaning 5-2-4. Cleaning the Tape Running Surface of Upper Drum When cleaning, be careful not to scratch the upper drum. Be especially careful when cleaning the bottom edges of the upper drum because they are near the rotary heads. Tools .
5-2. Cleaning 5-2-5. Cleaning the Tape Running Surface of Lower Drum and Lead Surface When cleaning, be careful not to scratch the lower drum (especially the lead sur- face). Be especially careful when cleaning the upper edges of the lower drum because they are near the rotary heads.
5-2. Cleaning 5-2-6. Cleaning the Stationary Heads When cleaning, be careful not to scratch the surface of the heads. Tools . Cleaning cloth: 3-184-527-01 . Cleaning fluid: 9-919-573-01 Procedure 1. Clean the tape running surface of the AT head, AT erase head, CTL head, and full erase head in the vertical direction with a cleaning cloth moistened with cleaning fluid.
5-2. Cleaning 5-2-7. Cleaning the Tape Running System and Tape Cleaner Do not touch the edges of the tape cleaner with your bare hands as they are very sharp. Also be careful when cleaning. Tools . Cleaning cloth: 3-184-527-01 . Cleaning fluid: 9-919-573-01 Procedure 1.
5-2. Cleaning 5-2-8. Cleaning the Cassette Compartment and Cassette Supports . When cleaning, do not apply excessive force to the compartment and mirror. . Never use chemicals such as alcohol to clean the cassette doors and mirror. Use of chemicals may cause cracks. Tools .
5-2. Cleaning 5-2-9. Cleaning the Fan Motors The temperature in the unit increases when dusts attach to the fan motors and disturb the flow of air, and have adverse effects on the performance and life of the unit. Clean the fan motors on the rear panel periodically because it accumulates dusts easily.
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5-2. Cleaning Front fan motor Procedure 1. Remove the control panel assembly. (Refer to “Section 2-4. Removing/Install- ing the Lower Control Panel”.) 2. Remove the upper control panel. (Refer to “Section 2-5-2. Removing/Installing the Upper/Lower Control Panel”.) 3. Remove the cassette compartment. (Refer to “2-7. Removing/Installing the Cassette Compartment”.) 4.
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5-2. Cleaning 5. Remove the two screws and remove the shield plate (FL). 6. Disconnect the flat cable from the FP-103 board. BVTT3 x 6 Shield plate (FL) Flat cable 7. Remove the six screws and remove the front upper chassis assembly. BVTT3 x 6 BVTT3 x 6 BVTT...
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5-2. Cleaning 8. Remove the five screws and remove the SUB cover assembly. Sub cover assembly BVTT3 x 6 BVTT3 x 6 9. Remove the two screws and remove the SWC cover. 10. Disconnect the CN181 connector from the MB-863 board. Connector CN181 MB-863 board BVTT3 x 6...
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5-2. Cleaning 11. Remove the two screws and remove the fan guard, fan motor and shield net. 12. Clean the blades (shaded portion in the figure) of the fan motor and shield net with the cleaning cloth moistened with cleaning fluid. Shield net Fan motor B3 x 20...
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5-2. Cleaning Fan Motor of DIF-91A Board Procedure 1. Remove the DIF-91A board from the unit. (Refer to “2-10-1. Removing/ Installing the Plug-In Board”.) 2. Remove the six screws and remove the DIF shield cover. PSW2.6 x 6 PSW2.6 x 6 DIF-91A board DIF shield cover assembly 3.
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Section 6 Spare Parts When replacing the mounted circuit boards, main parts, etc., obtain the parts referring to the part names and part numbers listed in the following. Unit (Boards and Main Parts) Part Name Part No. Mounted circuit board, AC-204 A-8320-162-A (*2) Mounted circuit board, APR-49 A-8323-540-B (*2)
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Unit (Boards and Main Parts) (Continued) Part Name Part No. Mounted circuit board, VR-152 A-8275-078-A (*2) Mounted circuit board, VR-153 A-8275-075-A (*2) Printed circuit board, CCM-15 1-648-570-11 (*2) Printed circuit board, PD-35 1-622-596-11 (*2) Printed circuit board, PTC-54 1-640-163-12 (*2) AD key panel assembly (Lower control panel) A-8313-299-A (*1) Front panel assembly (Upper control panel)
Overall Block Diagram 7-1. Signal Processing System MEMORY MEMORY INPUT/DUB IC301 IC201 IC101 4:2:2 HD SDI PROCESSOR EVEN 3:1:1 VIDEO INPUT MONITOR SDTI IN IC304 PROCESSOR AUDIO MEMORY HKDV-506A(1/2) FOR FIELD EDIT INPUT CHECK DI F- 9 1 FOR DUBBING IC931 MEMORY MEMORY...
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Overall Block Diagram EQ- 8 5 DRUM MEMORY IC503 IC205 REC A REC A REC B DRIVER REC B REC C REC D MPX D DECODER MPX CK IC702 IC704 IC702 IC300 ADV PB A ECC DEC IC700 ADV PB B MEMORY VITERBI IC703...
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Overall Block Diagram Signal Processing System Overall (HKDV-507D) 7-4 (b) HDW-F500E MMP1...
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Overall Block Diagram Signal Processing System Overall (HKDV-507) 7-4 (a) HDW-F500E MMP1...
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Overall Block Diagram Signal Processing System Overall (HKDV-501A) HDW-F500E MMP1...
Overall Block Diagram 7-2. Control System REAR PANEL IC608,609 IC503 VIDEO CONTROL (D-SUB 9 PIN) PROC CONTROL CXD-9001AR IC311 TC SIGNAL TCG/TCR IC103,105 IC404 RS-422 REAR PANEL IC106 CONTROL REMOTE 1 (D-SUB 9 PIN) MAIN IC301 REAR PANEL DUAL REMOTE 1 (D-SUB 9 PIN) PORT I/F BUS IC208,211...
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Overall Block Diagram DIF-91 BOARD DPR-143 BOARD IC2113, 2115 IC302 IC2104 DUAL DUAL SV BUS DT BUS PORT PORT DCP-26 SERIAL BOARD IC1005 IC1020 VITC CIRCUIT DCP-26 PROC CHARACTER GENERATOR CONT CIRCUIT COMPOSITE ENCODER IC1024 VR-152 AUDIO REC LEVEL SERIAL SERIAL DRUM BOARD...
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