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SPECIFICATIONS
ITEM Power Television Format Tape Speed Tape Format FF/REW Time

AG-7350 [AG-71501
SPECIFICATION ITEM SPECIFICATION Head: Normal Audio/Control: 1 stationary head Hi·Fi Audio: 2 rotary heads; 36J.Lm · 2 Erase: 1 full track erase 1 Audio track erase Track: 4 tracks (Normal: 2 tracks, Hi-Fi: 2 tracks) Input level: LINE IN Hi-Fi (PHONO): 8dBv, 47kfl unbalanced' 2 iAG-7350 only) LINE IN NORMAL/Hi-Fi (PHONO): 8dBv, 47kfl unbalanced' 2 (AG-7350 only) MIC IN (l/4"): --60dBv. 4.7kn unbalanced · 2 (AG-7350 only) Output level: LINE OUT Hi-Fi (PHONO): 8dBv, 600fl unbalanced < 2 LINE OUT NORMAL/Hi-Fi (PHONO): - 8dBv, 600fl unbalanced · 2 HEADPHONES (l/4"): - 60dBv- 20dBv, 8fl unbalanced MONITOR OUT (PHONO): OdBv, 600Q unbalanced Frequency Response: Normal: 50Hz -12kHz Hi-Fi: 20Hz- 20kHz Hi-Fi Dynamic Range: more than 90dB Signal-to Noise Ratio: better than 48dB (Normal) (with Dolby NR switch ON) Temperature; 5 ·c- 40 'C (during operation) Humidity; 35°0 -80° 0 424mm (W)
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Source: AC 120 · 240V, 50· 60Hz Consumption: Approx. 50 W [Approx. 44 W] CCIR standard (625 lines, 50 fields) PAL colour signal, moditied SECAM colour signal 4.43MHz modified NTSC colour signal 23.39mm/s (PAL, modified SECAM). 33.35mm/s (Modified NTSC)

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Approx. 2min. with NV-El80 Head: 4 rotary heads, 2 head-helical scanning system 49J.Lm (NOR)· 2, 35J.Lm (SS) · 2 1 flying (rotary) erase head 97 J.Lm · 2 (AG-7350) Luminance: FM azimuth recording Color signal: Converted subcarrier phase shift recording Input level: LINE IN (BNC): (AG-7350 only) l.OVp-p, 75fl unbalanced S-VIDEO IN (4P): (AG-7350 only) Y; l.OVp-p, 75fl unbalanced C; 0.286Vp-p, burst level 75fl unbalanced EXT. SYNC (BNC): 4.0Vp-p, (negative pulse) 75fl unbalanced Output level: LINE OUT (BNC): l.OVp-p 75fl, unbalanced x 2 Operating S-VIDEO OUT (4P): Condition Y; l.OVp-p 75fl, unbalanced C; 0.286Vp-p, burst level 75fl unbalanced Dimensions Signal-to-Noise Ratio (VHS): B/W; 45dB Weight Color, 45dB Horizontal Resolution: B/W; more than 400 lines (S-VHS), 300 lines (VHS) Color; more than 400 lines (S-VHS), 240 lines (VHS) Standard Accessories Optional Accessories Audio

Video

131.5mm (H) <424mm (D)

Approx. 11 kg [Approx. 10.8kg] 34 P Interface Adaptor (Mounted on the unit) Power Cord S-VHS cable (4P) RS-232C Interface Adaptor (AG-IA232TC) Remoto Controller (AG-A600) 4 P S-VIDEO Cable (AG-C71A, AG-C70A) Rack Mount Adaptor (AG-M730)

TIME Code (CH2)

Input level (PHONO): l.OVp-p, lOkfl unbalanced (AG-7350) Output level (PHONO): 2.4 Vp-p, low impedance unbalanced

Weight and dimensions shown are approximate. Specifications are subject to change without notice.

INTRODUCTION
This Service Manual contains all the technical information which allow service personnel to understand and service the Panasonic
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Cassette recorder model AG-7350-E/B, video

cassette player model AG-7150-E/B. These models are developed for applications in industry and educational establishments and in addition, it has an optional accessory RS-232C interface is a capable of satellite communication. By the use Si\'1:15' system, a sharp picture quality with high resolution is obtained, and advanced editing by easy operation is realized by the introduction of high reliability mechanism.

CONTENTS
SPECIFICATIONS ...........................................................................................................Cover SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ............................................................................................. 2 SECTION 1 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................... 1-1
1-1. 1-2. 1-3. 1-4. 1-5. 1-6. 1-7. 1-8. Front Panel Parts .................................................................................... 1-2 Rear Panel Parts ..................................................................................... 1-4 Setting the Switches ................................................................................ 1-5 Search Operations .................................................................................. 1-6 MEMORY STOP Functions ........................................................................ 1-7 Sensor Recording (AG-7350 only) .............................................................. 1-7 Timer Recording (AG-7350 only) ................................................................. 1-8 Timer Playback ....................................................................................... 1-9

1-9. Repeat Playback .................................................................................... 1-10 1-10. Time Code ............................................................................................. 1-10 1-11. ON-SCREEN (Memory Setting) .................................................................. 1-11 1-12. ON-SCREEN (Initial Setting) ..................................................................... 1-12 1-13. Error Displays ........................................................................................ 1-14 1-14. Troubleshooting ...................................................................................... 1-14 1-15. Controller (Option) ................................................................................... 1-15 1-16. Rack Mount Adaptor (Option) .................................................................... 1-15 1-17. Connector Signals ................................................................................... 1-16 1-18. Dimensions ............................................................................................ 1-16

SECTION 2

DISASSEMBLY PROCEDURES .......................................................... 2-1
2-1. 2-2. 2-3. Disassembly Flow Chart ........................................................................... 2-2 Detailed Disassembly Method ................................................................... 2-3 Screws ................................................................................................. 2-8

SECTION 3

MAINTENANCE ........................................................................................3-1
3-1. 3-2. 3-3. 3-4. Regular Maintenance ............................................................................... 3-2 Maintenance Chart .................................................................................. 3-2 Parts Location ........................................................................................ 3-3 Maintenance Procedures .......................................................................... 3-4

SECTION 4

MECHANICAL ADJUSTMENTS ........................................................... 4-1
4-1. 4-2. 4-3. 4-4. Servicing Fixtures & Tools ........................................................................ 4-2 Tape Interchangeability Adjustment Procedures ........................................... 4-3 Other Mechanical Adjustment Procedures ................................................... 4-11 Assembly and Adjustment Procedures of Mechanism .................................... 4-16

SECTION 5

ELECTRICAL ADJUSTMENTS ............................................................. S-1
5-1. 5-2. 5-3. 5-4. 5-5. Test Equipment ...................................................................................... 5-4 Service Information ................................................................................. 5-4 Adjustment lnformation ............................................................................. 5-5 Location of Test Point and Controls ............................................................ 5-22 Circuit Board Layout ................................................................................ 5-25

SECTION 6 SECTION 7 SECTION 8

BLOCK DIAGRAMS ................................................................................. BLK-1 SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS AND CIRCUIT BOARDS .......................... SCM-1 EXPLODED VIEWS AND REPLACE MENT PARTS LISTS ............ PARTS-1
8-1. 8-2. 8-3. 8-4. Servicing Fixtures & Tools List ................................................................... PARTS-2 Exploded Views ...................................................................................... PARTS-3 Mechanical Replacement Parts List ............................................................ PARTS-4 Electrical Replacement Parts List ............................................................... PARTS-13
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SAFElY PRECAUTIONS
GENERAL GUIDEUNES
1. When servicing, observe the original lead dress. If a short circuit Is found, replace all parts which have been overheated or damaged by the short circuit. 2. After servicing, see to it that all the protective devices such as Insulation barriers, insulation papers shields are properly Installed. 3. After servicing, make the following leakage current checks to prevent the customer from being exposed to shock hazards.

ELECTROSTATICALLY SENSITIVE (ES) DEVICES
Some semiconductor (solid state) devices can be damaged easily by static electricity. Such components commonly are called Electrostatically Sensitive (ES) Devices. Examples of typical ES devices are integrated circuits and some field-effect transistors and semiconductor chip components. The following techniques should be used to help reduce the incidence of component damage caused by static electricity. 1. Immediately before handling any semiconductor component or semiconductor-equipped assembly, drain off any electrostatic charge on your body by touching a known earth ground. Alternatively, obtain and wear a commercially available discharging wrist strap device, which should be removed for potential shock reasons prior to applying power to the unit under test. 2. After removing an electrical assembly equipped with ES devices, place the assembly on a conductive surface such as aluminum foil, to prevent electrostatic charge buildup or exposure of the assembly. 3. Use only a grounded-tip soldering Iron to solder or unsolder ES devices. 4. Use only an anti-static solder removal device classified as anti-static can generate electrical charges sufficient to damage ES devices. 5. Do not use freon-propelled chemicals. These can generate electrical charges sufficient to damage ES devices. 6. Do not remove a replacement ES device from its protective package untilimmedlately before you are ready to Install it. (Most replacementES devices are packaged with leads eletcrically shorted together by conductive foam, aluminum foil or comparable conductive material). 7. Immediately before removing the protective materia! from the leads of replacement ES device, touch the protective material to the chassis or circuit assembly Into which the device will be installed. CAUTION : Be sure no power Is applied to the chassis or circuit, and observe all otner asfety precautions. 8. Minimize bodily motions when handling unpackaged replacement ES devices. (Otherwise harmless motion such as the brushing together of your clothes fabric or the lifting of your foot from a carpeted floor can generate static electricity sufficient to damage an ES device).

LEAKAGE CURRENT COLD CHECK
1. Unplug the AC cord and connect a jumper between the two prongs on the plug. 2. Measure the resistance value, with an ohm meter, between the jumpered AC plug and each exposed metallic cabinet part on the equipment such as screwheads connectors, control shafts,etc. When the exposed metallic part has a return path to the chassis, the reading should be between 1M ohm and 5.2 M ohm. When the exposed metal does not have a return path to the chassis, the reading must be oo.

LEAKAGE CURRENT HOT CHECK (See Figure 1)
1. Plug the AC cord directly Into the AC outlet. Do not use an Isolation transformer for this check. 2. Connect a 1.5k ohm, 10 watts resistor, In parallel with a 0.15uF capacitor, between each exposed metallic part on the set and a good earth ground such as a water pipe, as shown In Figure 1. 3. Use an AC voltmeter, with 1000 ohms/Volt or more sensitivity, to measure the potential across the resistor. 4. Check each exposed metallic part, and measure the voltage at each point. 5. Reverse the AC plug in the AC outlet repeat each of the above measurements. 6. The potential at any point should not exceed 0.75 volts RMS. A leakage current tester (Simpson Model 229 equivalent) may be used to make the hot checks, leakage current must not exceed 1/2 milliamp. In case a measurement Is outside of the limits specified, there is a possibility of a shock hazard, and the equipment should be repaired and rechecked before it Is returned to the customer.
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Section 1

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
CONTENTS
1·1. 1·2. 1·3. 1·4. 1·5. 1·6. 1-7. 1-8. 1·9. Front Panel Parts ................................................................................ 1·2 Rear Panel Parts ................................................................................. 1·4 Setting the Switches ......................................................................... 1·5 Search Operations .............................................................................. 1-6 MEMORY STOP Functions ............................................................. 1·7 Sensor Recording (AG-7350 only) ................................................ 1·7 Timer Recording (AG-7350 only) ................................................... 1·8 Timer Playback .................................................................................... 1·9 Repeat Playback .................................................................................. 1·1 0

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1-10. Time Code .............................................................................................. 1·10 1·11. ON-SCREEN (Memory Setting) ...................................................... 1·11 1-12. ON-SCREEN (Initial Setting) ........................................................... 1-12 1-13. Error Displays ....................................................................................... 1-14 1·14. Troubleshooting .................................................................................. 1-14 1-15. Controller (Option) .............................................................................. 1-15 1-16. Rack Mount Adaptor (Option) ........................................................ 1·15 1-17. Connector Signals .............................................................................. 1·16 1-18. Dimensions ............................................................................................ 1-16

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

1-1. Front Panel Parts

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Counter display

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Level control area (AG-7350 only)
Audio (CH1) level meter ......... Audio (CH2) level meter ........ Audio (CH1) NORMAL LEVEL control ..... Audio (CH1) Hi-Fi LEVEL control ......... Audio (CH2) NORMAL LEVEL control ..... Audio (CH2) Hi-Fi LEVEL control .........
Displays CH1 audio level. Displays CH2 audio level or tracking level. Adjusts recording level for normal audio CH1. Adjusts recording level for Hi-Fi audio CH1. Adjusts recording level for normal audio CH2. Adjusts recording level for Hi-Fi audio CH2.

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Microphone area (AG-7350 only)
MIC jacks (CH1/CH2) ........ Connects 1/4" external microphonP..

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Headphone area
HEADPHONE jack . HEADPHONE LEVEL control .
. . Connects 1/4" stereo headphones. . .. Adjusts headphones volume.

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Function display lamp area
Cassette "IN" lamp ( @§]) . . 5-VHS lamp (SMI5i) Hi-Fi lamp DOLBY* NR lamp . SENSOR lamp (AG-7350 only)

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Lights when a cassette is inserted.

.... Lights in S-VHS mode. . . . . . . . Lights when Hi-Fi sound is recorded or played back. . . . . . . . . . Lights when Dolby NR system is used.
..... Lights when SENSOR REC switch is ON. Flashes when no tape

5

Picture adjusting area
TRACKING control SLOW TRACKING control PICTURE adjusting knob . Adjusts tracking. . . . . . . . . . . . Adjusts slow motion tracking. .............. Adjusts picture sharpness during playback.

"6H" lamp .......... One-time playback lamp ( ~ ) ........... Memory stop lamp (..000) . . .. Continuous playback lamp ( c..J) ...

is inserted or tape with broken removable tab is inserted with the SENSOR REC switch set to ON. Lights when played back in 6H mode (EP). Lights in one-time repeated playback mode. Lights in counter (0:00:00) stop mode. Lights in continuous repeated playback mode.

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Basic operation area
AUDIO DUB button (AG-7350 only) PLAY button . REC button (AG-7350 only) PAUSE/STILL button EJECT button . REW button. STOP button . FF button . SEARCH button . Search/JOG dial .
. .......... Starts audio dubbing when used together with PLAY button

during playback.

. .......... Starts playback.
. ........... Starts recording when used together with PLAY button.

* Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. * "DOLBY" and the double-D symbol [I] are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

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Establishes still-picture mode during playback and pause mode during recording. For ejecting the cassette. Rewinds the tape. Stops all operations. Fast forwards the tape. Executes and releases search. Adjusts search speed.

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Menu setting area
SCREEN DISPLAY button SHIFT button DOWN button . DATA button
. . . . . . . . . Displays initial setting menu on the screen. . Changes the menu pages and shifts the flashing of the indicator rightward. . Shifts the flashing of the line indicator downward. Inputs the digit data and selects the data.

8

Function setting area
RESET button . . ........ . MEMORY button ......... . BEGIN button . END button
Resets the tape counter. . Sets the memory auto stop and selects the repeat mode. . Sets the repeat beginning point. .. Sets the repeat ending point.

9

Function setting area
CH2 METER selector . . . ........ Selects between Audio CH2 Level Meter and Tracking Meter
for Audio (CH2) level meter. Selects type of sound and channel to be monitored. Selects type of sound to be output from Audio Output Jacks. Selects video input signal. Selects type of signal to be synchronized. Selects the mode to be recorded automatically. Selects timer mode. Inhibits function of the front panel buttons. Selects the 3 VHS system, PAL, CCIR and NTSC 4.43.

AUDIO MONITOR meter selectors ...... AUDIO OUT selector . . . . . . . ........ INPUT signal selector (AG-7350 only) SYNC mode selector . SENSOR REC selector (AG-7350 only) . EXT TIMER selector . MODE LOCK selector . TV SYSTEM selector

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1-2. Rear Panel Parts

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.. S-VIDEO signal input connector . . . Video signal input connector. .. To synchronize with the external reference synchronizing signal.

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Sensor remote recording/Monitor output area
SENSOR REMOTE connector (AG-7350 only) AUDIO MONITOR OUT connector

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S-VIDEO IN connector (AG-7350 only) VIDEO IN connector (AG-7350 only) . EXT SYNC IN connector

.. Sensor remote signal recording connector.

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Audio monitor signal output connector.

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Video output signal area
S-VIDEO OUT connector . VIDEO OUT (1, 2) connectors . ... S-VIDEO signal output connector. ..... Video signal output connectors.

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Remote signal area
REMOTE connector
...... Connector for remote search controller (AG-A600).

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Audio signal area
NORM/Hi-Fi audio input connectors ...... NORM/Hi-Fi audio (CH1/2) input connectors.
(AG-7350 only)

Power supply circuit area
AC IN socket . GND terminal . ..... Connected to AC 120-240V power outlet. ...... When connecting this unit to any other component, make
absolutely sure that it is properly grounded by connecting this terminal.

Hi-Fi audio input connectors . . . . .
(AG-7350 only)

Input connectors for Hi-Fi sound only.

NORM/Hi-Fi audio output connectors ..... NORM/Hi-Fi audio (CH1/2) output connectors. Hi-Fi audio output connectors ............ Output connectors for Hi-Fi sound only.

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Time code signal area
TIME CODE IN connector (AG-7350 only) .... Time Code signal input connector. TIME CODE OUT connector .............. Time Code signal output connector.

1-3. Setting the Switches

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CH2 METER Selector (AG-7350 only)
Used to adjust the audio (CH2) input level during recording. Set this selector to "AUDIO CH2" before making adjustment for the recording level of audio channel 2.

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SENSOR REC Selector (AG-7350 only)
Used to select the mode to be recorded automatically. REMOTE: To perform automatic recording of control signal from the connector at rear panel. OFF: Normally, set this switch to this position. VIDEO: To detect the video input signal from the VIDEO IN connector and record automatically.
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Used to select the audio channel which is to be heard on the TV monitor or headphones through the HEADPHONE Jack on the front panel or the AUDIO MONITOR OUT connector on the rear panel of the unit. CH1: To monitor the audio signal from channel1. MIX: To monitor the mixed audio signals from channels 1 and 2 through the AUDIO MONITOR OUT connector or HEADPHONES Jack. When using headphones. audio channels 1 (left) and 2 (right) can be monitored separately. CH2: To monitor the audio signal channel 2.

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EXT TIMER Selector
Used to perform timer recording or playback. PLAY: To perform timer playback with an external timer. OFF: Normally, set this switch to this position. REC: To perform timer recording with an external timer.

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MODE LOCK Selector
ON: To operate the unit with a remote controller. When this switch is set to this position, the operation buttons on the front panel of the unit will be rendered inoperative. When this switch is set to this position. the operation buttons on the front panel are operative and the unit can also be controlled with the remote controller.

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METER Selector (No

LEVEL meter for AG-7150.)

Used to display the recording level of Hi-Fi audio or normal audio on the LEVEL meter and select the audio output signal from the HEADPHONES Jack on the front panel or the AUDIO MONITOR OUT connector on the rear panel. Hi-Fi: Selects Hi-Fi audio. NORM: Selects normal audio.

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AUDIO OUT Selector
Used to select the audio output signal from the NORM/Hi-Fi audio output connectors on the rear panel. Hi-Fi: Discriminates between Hi-Fi and normal audio automatically. When there is no Hi-Fi audio output signal, normal audio will be automatically outputted. NORM: Normal audio is outputted.

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1-4. Search Operations

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INPUT Signal Selector (AG-7350 only)
Used to select video input signal to be recorded. 5-VIDEO: To record video signal through the S-VIDEO IN Connector. LINE: To record video signal through the VIDEO IN Connector.

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Press the SEARCH Button.
The SEARCH, PLAY and PAUSE/STILL Buttons' indicators will light up. Then the unit goes into the SEARCH standby mode.

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The inner part dial is JOG mode while the outer part dial is SHUTILE mode. · When the SEARCH/JOG Dial is rotated clockwise, the tape will be played back in the forward direction (the FWD indicator appears). When it is rotated counterclockwise, the tape will be played back in the reverse direction (the REV indicator appears).

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SYNC Selector
Select the synchronizing signal. EXT: To synchronize to the external composite sync signal transmitted through the EXIT SYNC IN Connector during playback or recording. NORM: To synchronize to the video input signal transmitted from the VIDEO IN Connector. (If there is no video input signal, the "I NT" mode will be selected.) INT: To synchronize to the internal oscillator built in this unit. (During recording, it will be automatically synchronized to the video input signal.) · When setting to "EXT", be sure to input an external composite sync signal.
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[1] JOG mode
In response to the speed at which the inner part dial is turned, the tape can be played back at a speed ranging from still picture to ±1 x normal tape speed. When the turning is stopped, a still picture is always produced.

[2] SHUTILE mode
When the outer part dial is rotated in the SHUTILE mode. the tape speed will be changed depending on the position of the SEARCH/JOG Dial. The tape speed can be changed from 0 (ie, STILL playback) to 9 times the normal tape speed. The still picture is obtained when the SEARCH/JOG Dial is set to the center fix position (click-stop).

10. TV SYSTEM Selector
Used to select the 3 VHS system. PAL: To playback or record by PAL system. CCIR: To playback or record by CCIR system. (S-VHS recording can not be made.) NTSC 4.43: To playback tapes recorded by NTSC system. (Recording cannot be performed.) · · PAL and CCIR systems can not be distinguished automatically. If REC and PLAY Buttons are pressed simultaneously when this selector is set to "NTSC 4.43", the unit will automatically go into playback mode.

Note
· Set the "DIRECT SEARCH" mode in the ON-SCREEN (initial setting) menu to "ON" to perform the direct search operation. (Refer pages 38 to 41.)

1-5. MEMORY STOP Functions

1-6. Sensor Recording (AG-7350 only)
Model AG-7150 is not equipped with recording function.
The unit allows to start recording automatically if a video input signal is supplied to the unit from an external source such as a satellite, etc.

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Make sure that the erasure prevention tab on the video cassette is intact.

Press the RESET Button at the point to be automatically stopped.
· The tape counter will be reset to "0:00:00".

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· The ON-SCREEN menu will be displayed on the TV monitor.

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Set the SENSOR REC Selector.
In case of "VIDEO" setting: · The "SENSOR" indicator will appear on the tape counter and the unit will be set to the standby mode. When a video signal is inputted into the VIDEO IN Connector. the unit is turned on and set to the recording mode. When there is no more signal, the unit will go into the stop mode and, after a while, be set to the standby mode again. In case of "REMOTE" setting: · The "SENSOR" indicator will appear on the tape counter and the unit will be set to the standby mode. When a recording start signal is inputted into the SENSOR REMOTE Connector on the rear panel, the unit is turned on and set to the recording mode. When a recording end signal is inputted, the unit will go into the stop mode and, after a while, be set to the standby mode again. · The tape position where the SENSOR recording started also becomes the beginning position of the REPEAT playback. Similarly, the tape position where the recording ended becomes the end position of the REPEAT playback, and the repeat mode is automatically set to "REPEAT CONTINUE".

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Press the FF or REW Button.
· When the FF or REW Button is pressed, the tape will be wound and then stopped automatically around the tape counter position "0:00:00".

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· The "SENSOR" indicator will blink if no video cassette or a video cassette with its erasure prevention tab broken off is inserted in the unit after the SENSOR REC Selector is set "VIDEO" or "REMOTE". · When the tape reaches its end during the SENSOR recording, the unit is set to the stop mode and turned off. · Any operation buttons are inoperative after the SENSOR REC Selector is set.

Notes
· · MEMORY STOP function is also available by just pressing the MEMORY Button at the position except "0:00:00" after step 1 described above. When finished with this function, be sure to select "MEMORY OFF" in step 3 described above. ("--+000" lamp goes off in the counter.)

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

1-7. Timer Recording (AG-7350 only)
Model AG-7150 is not equipped with recording function.

Connections
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Turn on the unit and insert a video cassette.
· Make sure that the erasure prevention tab on the video cassette is intact.

5.

When the preset time comes
At the preset time ON time, the unit will be turned on automatically to start TIMER recording. At the preset OFF time, the unit will be turned off, but the tape will remain loaded on the cylinder inside the unit. When the power is resumed, the unit will go into the stop mode and then into the TIMER recording mode.

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Adjust the audio recording level.
(Refer page 14.)

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When the tape reaches its end, the unit will go into the mode set in the ON-SCREEN menu (TAPE END MENU). If the power is turned off while the tape is moving during TIMER recording, the tape will remain loaded on the cylinder inside the unit. When the power is resumed, the unit will unload the tape from the cylinder. After a while, the unit goes into the stop mode and then the TIMER recording mode.

4.

Set the timer.
[1] Turn on the timer. [2] Set the timer to the desired ON and OFF time. · It may take about 1 minute to load the tape on the cylinder inside the unit when the preset ON time comes. Therefore, set the preset ON time at least about 1 minute ahead of the actual start time. · It is best to set the OFF time so that the unit is turned off about 10 minutes after the tape reaches its end. This will prevent the tape from damage. If, for example, NV-E180 tape is used for TIMER recording, the recording time should be preset for about 190 minutes. · Refer to the operating instructions of the timer you are using for details.

1-8. Timer Playback

Connections
· Connection with video and audio cables
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To Audio Input (CH1)

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ACPoS?r Cord

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Turn on the unit and insert a recorded video cassette.

· Connection with S-VIDEO and audio cables
5-VIDEO Cable ToS-VIDEO Output Connector To 5-VIDEO Input Connector To Audio Input (CH1) To Audio Input (CH2)

AG-7350

2.

Set the EXT TIMER Selector to "PLAY".

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Press the RESET Button to reset the tape counter to "0:00:00".

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When preset time comes
At the preset ON time, the unit will be turned on automatically to start playback. At the preset OFF time, the unit will be turned off, but the tape will remain loaded on the cylinder inside the unit. · When the repeat function is set, the unit will rewind and then resume the repeat playback.

4.

Set the timer.
[1] Turn on the timer. [2] Set the timer to the desired ON and OFF time. · It is best to set the OFF time so that the unit is turned off about 10 minutes after the tape reaches its end. This will prevent the tape from damage. If, for example, NV-E180 tape is used for TIMER playback, the playback time should be preset for about 190 minutes. · Refer to the operating instructions of the timer you are using for details.

6.

Press the STOP Button to stop TIMER playback halfway.

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Notes
· · When the tape reaches its end, the unit will go into the mode set in the ON-SCREEN (initial setting) menu. However, during repeat mode, the tape will be automatically rewound. If the power is turned off while the tape is moving during TIMER playback, the tape will remain loaded on the cylinder inside the unit. When the power is resumed, the unit will unload the tape from the cylinder. After a while, the unit goes into the stop mode and then the TIMER playback mode.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

1-9. Repeat Playback

1-10. Time Code
The SMPTE time code signal recorded onto the tape by using a time code generator/reader permits absolute addressing (the identification of storage locations by actual addresses). The time code signal will be recorded on audio CH2 track.

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· The ON-SCREEN menu will be displayed on the TV mon~or.

SCREEN DISPLAY SHIFT

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Set the selectors.
CH2 METER Selector AUDIOCH2 (ON-SCREEN)
-+ "CH2" (AG-7350 only) (Refer to page t t .) -+ "TIME CODE" (Refer to pages 38 to 40.)

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Press the DATA or MEMORY Button.
· Select the repeating mode (one-time or continuous repeated playback mode). The " ~ " or " 0 " mark will appear on the tape counter.

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When the time code signal has been entered. (AG-7350 only)
· · The AUDIO CH2 LEVEL meter indicates near 0. Time code signals are recorded during recording and dubbing (including audio dubbing on channel 2). Refer to the operating instructions of the SMPTE time code generator/reader you are using for details.

3.

Press the DOWN Button.
· Press the SHIFT and DATA Buttons to locate the beginning and end points of section you wish to perform REPEAT playback.
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Press the SCREEN DISPLAY Button.
· The normal screen will appear.

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Press the FF or REW Button.
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· · When same data is input for BGN and END, repeat playback is performed from the tape beginning to the end. When the data for END has exceeded the tape end, repeat palyback is performed from the BGN position to the tape end. When the data for BGN is smaller than the tape beginning, repeat playback is performed from the tape beginning to the END position.

Note
· The unit's tape counter does not count the time code signals, but the control (CTL) signals recorded onto the tape. Connect the time code generator/reader to the unit to read the addresses of the time code signal.

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Press the SCREEN DISPLAY Button.
· The unit goes into the ON-SCREEN mode and the MEMORY setting menu will display on the screen.
SCREEN DISPLAY SHIFT DOWN DATA

4.

Press the SHIFT Button.
The digit to be set will move. The digit is flashing during selection of the desired numeric. · This step is activated while "BGN" or "END" is highlighted.

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Press the DOWN Button.
· The "MEMORY" indication line will flash. Each time the DOWN Button is pressed, the flashing indication will be shifted to "BGN" -+"END"---+ "MEMORY" line.
SCREEN DISPLAY SHIFT DOWN DATA

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Press the DATA Button.
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MEMORY STOP REPEAT 1TIME REPEAT CONTINUE

The tape stops at the counter position "0:00:00". Performs one-time REPEAT playback. Performs continuous REPEAT playback. Beginning point of REPEAT playback. End point of REPEAT playback.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

1-12. ON-SCREEN (Initial Setting)

· How to set each initial setting item

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Press the DATA Button.
· Select "ON" or "OFF"
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Press the DOWN and SCREEN DISPLAY Buttons together.
· The unit goes into the ON-SCREEN mode and the initial setting menu will display on the screen.

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Press the SCREEN DISPLAY Button after setting is finished.
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Repeat steps 1 and 2 to set each item to the desired mode. Press the SHIFT Button to shift the screen to the next menu.
· Repeat steps 1 and 2 to set each item mode.
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· If the SCREEN DISPLAY Button is pressed in the initial setting mode, the screen will return to normal.

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· Contents of each initial setting item
DATA Button: To select operation mode DOWN Button: To move to the next item SHIFT Button: To shift to next menu screen Superimpose
AUDIO LIMITER
(AG-7350 only)

DATA Button: To select operation mode DOWN Button: To select to the next item SHIFT Button: To shift to next menu screen Description of function Initial mode Superimpose
TAPE IN MODE OFF

Description of function
Selects the VTR function mode after a video cassette is inserted. STOP: The unit goes into the STOP mode. REW: Rewinds the tape automatically. PAUSE: The unit goes into the PAUSE/STILL mode. PLAY: Playback will start automatically. Selects the VTR function mode when the tape reaches its end. REW: Rewinds the tape automatically. STOP: The unit goes into the STOP mode. EJECT: The video cassette will be ejected. REW-->EJECT: Ejects the video cassette after rewinding the tape automatically. Sets the Auto Backspace function ON and OFF. ON: The unit rewinds the tape for about! second and goes into the PAUSE mode when the REG Button IS pressed dunng the PAUSE/STILL mode or the PAUSE/STILL Button IS pressed dunng record1ng Then when theJ PAUSE/STILL Button IS pressed, the un1t playbacks the tape for about a second and goes 1nto the recording mode OFF For normal PAUSE/STILL operation
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Sets the AUTO LIMITER function ON or OFF. ON: Permits audio recording with less distortion at peak levels with the aid of the automatic volume control circuit. (This function is activated when normal audio recording is performed.) OFF: Permits maximum dynamic range to be recorded, but the level must be set low enough so that peaks do not cause objectionable distortion. Sets the DOLBY NR function ON or OFF. ON: Dolby NR system is activated. I OFF: Dolby NR system is not activated. ·

STOP

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Sets the D1rect Search function ON and OFF. ON: Allows to operate the SEARCH Dial directly without having to press the SEARCH Button. OFF: For normal SEARCH operation
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to signal is recorded/played back. Audio be recorded or played back on audio channel2. TIME CODE: Time code signal is recorded/played back. (Sound track of channel2 will be muted.)

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AUDIO

HOUR METER

Displays the total of the cylinder driving time.

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Selects the audio track CH1 or CH2 for audio dubbing. CH1: Audio is recorded on channel 1. , CH1, CH2: Audio is recorded on both channels 1 and 2. ' CH2: Audio is recorded on channel 2.
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Sets the Hi-Fi audio recording. ON: Hi-Fi audio is recorded. OFF: Hi-Fi audio is not recorded~--

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

1-13. Error Displays
The following error messages will be displayed on the tape counter if an abnormality occurs in the unit. In this case, follow instructions described below.

1-14.Troubleshooting
Before requesting service, check the following points once again. If the problem is not solved, contact your local dealer.

Problem
Operation buttons are inoperative. · · ·
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42 12.21 12

Error display
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Problem
Condensation (dew) forms inside the unit. Elevator Lock trouble Loading Lock trouble Cylinder Lock trouble

Remedy
Wait until "d" goes out with the power on. (Refer to "In case of dew detection".) Contact your local dealer. Contact your local dealer. Contact your local dealer.
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An error message is displayed on the tape counter. The SENSOR REC Selector is set to "ON".
(AG-7350 only)

The MODE LOCK Selector is set to "ON". The erasure prevention tab on the cassette's rear is broken off. The INPUT Selector is not set correctly. The EXT TIMER Selector is set to "ON". The SENSOR REC Selector is set to "ON".
(AG-7350 only)

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RECORD or PLAYBACK mode is engaged after the unit is turned on. Playback picture has large amounts of "snow".

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Video heads are clogged with dirt or abraded.

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Note
· If the error messages except the indication "d" are displayed, turn OFF the unit immediately and disconnect the power cord from the mains to prevent the unit from serious damage before contacting your authorized service personnel.

Noise interference in playback picture. Playback picture is not in colour.

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Adjust the TRACKING control.

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The video input signal was originally black & white. The "VIDEO MODE" in the ON-SCREEN (initial setting) menu is set to "B/W". CTL (control) signals are not recorded onto the tape. · · · Adjust horizontal hold controtOn the TV monit~-Sudden voltage variations occurred during recording. Tape is old and/or defective. The SYNC Selector is not set correctly.

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Counter does not work.

In case of dew detection
When condensation (dew, so-called sweating) forms inside the unit, the error message "d" will be displayed on the counter and all the operation buttons are made inoperative. Leave the unit on and let it remain at room temperature until "d" disappears. Depending on the surrounding condition, this may take several hours. Playback picture is distorted.
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Cause of condensation
Condensation forms if warm air comes in contact with a cold object, for example on a window in a well-heated room in winter. may form if the unit or the video cassette is exposed to sudden changes in temperature and humidity such as may occur when the unit or the video cassette is taken from a cold to a warm place. For instance: · In a room where the heater has just been turned on in winter; · In a room with steam or high humidity; · If the unit or the cassette is brought from cold surroundings into a well-heated room

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Moisture condensation normally occurs gradually. Therefore, there may be cases in which the "d" indicator does not start flashing until 10 or 15 minutes after moisture has begun to condense. In particular, if the temperature or humidity in the room change, wait about 20 minutes before using the unit.

1-15.Controller {Optic n)
· Remote Controller AG-A600

1-16. Rack Mount Adaptor {Option)
The Rack Mount Adaptor AG-M730-E is used to mount the unit on the IEC standard rack.

Connection

Installation of the AG-M730-E
1.

Remove the 4 screws
from the side cabinet of the unit.

Remote Controller AG-A600

2.

Use the 4 screws supplied
with the AG-M730-E to install it to the unit.
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The optional Remote Controller AG-A600 allows RECORD: PLAYBACK, FAST FORWARD, REWIND, PAUSE/STILL, VARIABLE SPEED PLAYBACK (0-9 t1mes normal tape speed) 1n forward or reverse direction and STOP operations. Operation is possible with the unit's operation buttons even when the AG-A600 is connected to the unit.

Mounting on the IEC standard rack
1.

Connection with the REMOTE Connector

Remove the 4 rubber legs
from the bottom of the unit.

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Mount the unit on the rack.
· Be sure to install a ventilation fan (air volume of about 3.3 m 2/sec.) on the top of the rack.

Align the " .A. " marks and connect it to the REMOTE Connector while keeping the cable connector button pressed.

Installation of slide rails
· Use a complete slide rail and bracket unit for 18" length (part No. CC3004-99-0017) or 24" length (part No. CC3004-99-0018) of Chassis Track. (The complete slide rail and bracket unit is not available from Panasonic.)

Slide rail

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When using the slide rail, remove the setscrews. The setscrews can be removed by pulling in the direction of the arrow. Keep the removed setscrews, washers and spacers in a proper place.

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· For the details, contact your authorized service personnel.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS-

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

1-17. Connector Signals
S-VIDEO IN/OUT Connectors

1-18. Dimensions

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Section 2

DISASSEMBLY PROCEDURES
CONTENTS
2·1. DISASSEMBLY FLOW CHART .................................................................. 2·2

2·2. DETAILED DISASSEMBLY METHOD ..................................................... 2·3
2-2-1. 2-2-2. 2-2-3. 2-2-4. 2-2-5. 2-2-6. 2-2-7. 2-2-8. 2-2-9. Removal of the Top Panel ............................................................................ 2-3 Removal of the Side Panels ......................................................................... 2-3 Removal of the Bottom Plate ...................................................................... 2-3 Removal of the 34 P C. B.A ........................................................................... 2-3 Removal of the Rear Panel with Rear Jack C.B.A ................................... 2-4 Removal of the Front Panel ......................................................................... 2-4 Removal of the Front C.B.A ........................................................................ 2-4 Removal of the Audio Meter UNit ............................................................... 2-5 Removal of the Mic Jack Unit ..................................................................... 2-5

2-2-10. Removal of the Head Amp C.B.A ............................................................... 2-5 2-2-11. Removal of the Power Unit .......................................................................... 2-5 2-2-12. Removal of the Power Connection C.B.A ................................................. 2-5 2-2-13. Opening of the C. B. Hold Piece (A) and (B) ............................................... 2-6 2-2-14. Removal of the Video (1) C.B.A., Video (2) C.B.A. and Video (3) C. B.A. ............................................................................. 2-6 2-2-15. Removal of the Audio (1) C.B.A. and Audio (2) C.B.A .............................. 2-6 2-2-16. Opening of the Servo & System Control C.B.A ........................................ 2-6 2-2-17. Removal of the Mother C.B.A ..................................................................... 2-7 2-2-18. Removal of the Power Detection C.B.A. .................................................... 2-7 2-2-19. Removal of the Reel Servo C.B.A ............................................................... 2-7 2-2-20. Removal of the Cassette Compartment Unit ............................................ 2-7

SCREWS ....................................................................................................................· ......... 2·8

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2-1. DISASSEMBLY FLOW CHART

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2-20 CASSETTE COMPERTMENT I

The above flow chart describes the order of steps for removing the cabinet parts and certain printed circuit boards in order to gain access to the items needing servicing. To reassemble the unit, follow the steps in reverse order.

2-2

2-2. DETAILED DISASSEMBLY METHOD 2-2-1. Removal of the Top Panel 1. Unscrew the 2 screws (A) on the Top Panel (Figure D2). 2. Careful I ift the rear of the case and side it off the back of the unit. [Top View]

2-2-3. Removal of the Bottom Plate 1. Unscrew the 9 screws (C) on the Bottom Plate (Figure D4). 2. Lift the Bottom Plate.

* Note : Do not remove the 4 rubber feet.
[Bottom View]
9 Screws (C)

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Figure D2 2-2-2. Removal of the Side Panels 1. 2. Unscrew the 8 screws (Figure D3). Lift the Side Panels. (B) on the Side Panels

Figure D4 2-2-4. Removal of the 34P C. B.A. Unscrew the 4 screws (D) (Figure D5). 2. Careful lift the 34P C.B.A.
[Rear View] 4 Screws (D)

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C.B.A.

(Right View]

(Left View]

8 Screws (B)

34P C.B.A.

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2-3

2-2-5. Removal of the Rear Panel with Rear Jack C. B.A. 1. Unscrew the 8 screws (E) on the Rear Panel (Figure D6). 2. Lift the Rear Panel with Rear Jack C. B.A. and carefully pull the panel off the unit.
[Rear View]

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Figure D6 2-2-6. Removal of the Front Panel 1. Pull out the 4 knobs (F) on the Front Panel (Figure D7). 2. Pu II out the Jog/Search Dial Knob on the Front Panel (Figure D7).
[Front View]

Figure D9 2-2-7. Removal of the Front C.B.A. 1. Unscrew the 4 screws (J) on the Search Dial Unit and pull out the connector P6207 (Figure D10). 2. Lift the Search Dial Unit.
[Front Panel Inside View]

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Figure D7 Unscrew the 3 screws (G) on the top of the Front Panel (Figure D8). 4. Unlock the 3 locking tabs (H) on the top of the Front Panel and the 2 locking tabs (I) on the bottom of the Front Panel (Figure D8 and Figure D9).
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[Top View] Locking Tab (H) 3 Screws (G) Locking Tab (H) 4 Screws (J)

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Unscrew a screw (K) on the Front C.B.A. (Figure D11). 4. Unlock the 3 locking tabs (L) on the Front C.B.A. and carefully lift the Front C.B.A.(Figure D11 ).
[Front Panel Inside View]

3 Locking Tabs (L)

Locking Tab (H)

Front C.B.A.

Screw (K)

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2-2-8. Removal of the Audio Meter Unit

2-2-11. Removal of the Power Unit

1. Unscrew the 6 screws (M) on the Audio Meter Unit (Figure 012). 2. Lift the Audio Meter Unit.
[Front Panel Inside View) 6 Screws (M)

1. Unscrew the 3 screws (P) (Figure 015). 2. Pull out the Power Unit.
[Top View]

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[Front Panel Inside View]

3 Screws (P)

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2-2-12. Removal of the Power Connection C.B.A.

Mic Jack Unit

1. Unscrew the 2 screws (0) (Figure 016).
[Rear View]

on the

Rear Panel

3 Screws (N)

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2-2-10. Removal of the Head Amp C.B.A.
2 Screws (Q)

1. Unscrew the 2 screws (0) on the Head Amp C. B.A. (Figure 014). 2. Pull out the Head Amp C.B.A.
[Top View]

Figure 016 2. Unscrew the 4 screws (R) on the Connection C.B.A. (Figure 017). 3. Carefully lift the Power Connection C.B.A.
[Top View]

Power

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2 Screws (0)

Head Amp

C. B.A.

Power Connection C.B.A.

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2-2-13. Opening of the C.B.Hold Piece (A) and (B) 1. Open the C.B. Hold Piece (A) and (B) from unit by minus driver or the same (Figure 018 and Figure 0 19).
[Top View]

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Servo

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1. Unscrew the 3 screws (S) on the Servo & System Control C.B.A. and open the Servo & System Control C.B.A. by unlock a locking tab (T)(Figure 020 and Figure 021). 2. Remove the flatcables (P6001, P6002 and P6003)(Figure 021 ).
[Bottom View] Servo & System Control C.B.A.

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Figure 019 2-2-14. Removal of the Video (1) C. B.A., Video (2) C.B.A. and Video (3) C.B.A. 1. Open the C.B. Hold Piece (A) as shown in Figure 018. 2. Carefully pull out the Video (1) C. B.A., Video (2) C.B.A. and Video (3) C.B.A. from Mother C. B.A. Figure 021 2-2-15. Removal of the Audio (1) C.B.A. and Audio (2) C.B.A. 1. Open the C.B. Hold Piece (B) as shown in Figure 018. 2. Carefully pull out the Audio (1) C. B.A. and Audio (2) C.B.A. from Mother C.B.A.

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2-2-17. Remova I of the Mother C. B.A. NOTE : Before removing the Mother C.B.A., be sure to remove the Front C.B.A., Rear Jack C. B.A. Video (1) C. B.A., Video (2) C. B.A., Video (3) C. B.A., Audio ( 1) C. B.A. and Audio (2) C.B.A. 1. 2. Unscrew the 8 screws (U) on the Mother C.B.A. (Figure D22). Lift the Mother C. B.A.

2-2-19. Removal of the Reel Servo C.B.A. Unscrew the 4 screws (X) C.B.A. (Figure D24). 2. Lift the Reel Servo C. B.A.
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Figure D22 2-2-18. Removal of the Power Detection C.B.A. Unscrew the 3 screws (V) on the Power Detection C.B.A. (Figure D23). 2. Unlock a locking tab (W) on the Power Detection C.B.A. and lift the Power Detection C.B.A. (Figure D23).
(Bottom View]

2-2-20. Removal of the Cassette Compartment Unit Unscrew the 2 screws (Y-1) and a screw (Y2)(Figure D25). 2. Disconnect 2 wires and 4 wires from P1508 on the right side of the Cassette Compartment Unit (Figure D25). 3. Remove the Top Plate.
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Section 3

MAINTENANCE
CONTENTS
3·1. 3·2. 3·3. 3·4. REGULAR MAINTENANCE ............................................................................. 3·2 MAINTENANCE CHART .................................................................................... 3·2 PARTS LOCATION .................................................................................................. 3·3 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES .................................................................. 3·4
3·4·1. 3·4·2. HOW TO EJECT MANUALY ..................................................................... 3-4 CYLINDER MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES .................................... 3-4
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Procedures for Cleaning of Cylinder Unit .................................................. Replacement of the Upper Cylinder Unit .................................................... Replacement of the Lower Cylinder Unit ................................................... Adjustment After Re-Installing ....................................................................

4-4 3-5 3-5 3-6

3-4-3.

A/C HEAD MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES ..................................... 3·6
A. Replacement of the A/C Head (1) Unit ....................................................... 3-6 B. Adjustment After Re-Installing .................................................................... 3-7

3-4-4. 3-4·5. 3·4·6. 3-4-7.

FULL ERASE HEAD MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES ................. 3-7
A. Replacement of the Full Erase Head .......................................................... 3-7

PRESSURE ROLLER MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES ................ 3-7
A. Replacement of the Pressure Roller Unit.. ................................................. 3-7

REEL MOTOR UNIT MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES ................. 3·8
A. Replacement of the Reel Unit ...................................................................... 3-8

MAIN BRAKE (S), (T) UNIT MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES ................................................................................................ 3-8
A. Replacement of the Main Brake (S), (T) Unit .............................................. 3-8

3·4·8.

LOADING MOTOR UNIT MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES ................................................................................................ 3-8
A. Replacement of the Loading Motor Unit .................................................... 3-8

3-4-9.

HEAD CLEANING PAD UNIT MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES ................................................................................................ 3-9
A. Replacement of the Head cleaning Pad ..................................................... 3-9

3-4-10. 3-4-11.

MODE SWITCH MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES .......................... 3·9
A. Replacement of the Mode Switch ............................................................... 3-9

PINCH SOLRNOID MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES .................... 3·9
A. Replacement of the Pinch Solenoid ............................................................ 3-9 B. Adjustment After Re-Installing .................................................................... 3-10

3-1

3-1. REGULAR MAINTENANCE
The purpose of periodic maintenance is to preserve the functioning of this machine throughout it's useful life. The user or service dealer should perform these maintenance regularly to ensure that maximum utility is obtained from the machine. The VCR is a campi icated p