Hitachi vt-fx340e Service Manual

SERVICE MANUAL
TK No. 5302E
VT-FX340E(UK) VT-MX310E(UK)
SPECIFICATIONS AND PARTS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE FOR IMPROVEMENT
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
May 2003
Digital Media Division, Tokai
1 CAUTIONS FOR SAFETY IN PERFORMING
REPAIR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-1
1-1 IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . 1-1
1-1-1 Product Safety Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
1-1-2 Precautions during Servicing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
1-1-3 Safety Check after Servicing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
1-2 STANDARD NOTES FOR SERVICING. . . . . . . . . . 1-3
1-2-1 Circuit Board Indications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
1-2-2 Instructions for Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
1-2-3 How to Remove/Install Flat Pack-IC . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
1-2-4 Instructions for Handling Semi-conductors . . . . . 1-5
2 GENERAL INFORMATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1
2-1 SPECIFICATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
2-2 COMPARISON OF MODELS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
2-2-1 Comparison of Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
2-2-2 Comparison of Main Control ICs. . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
2-3 FUNCTION INDICATOR SYMBOLS . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
2-4 OPERATING CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS . . . . 2-5
3 MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION. . . . . . . . . .3-1
3-1 TROUBLESHOOTING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
3-2 STANDARD MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
3-2-1 Service Schedule of Components. . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
3-2-2 Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
4 DISASSEMBLY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-1
4-1 CABINET DISASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . 4-1
4-1-1 Disassembly Flowchart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
4-1-2 Disassembly Method. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
4-2 DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY PROCEDURES
OF DECK MECHANISM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6
4-3 ALIGNMENT PROCEDURES OF MECHANISM. . 4-13
5 ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-1
5-1 PREPARATION FOR SERVICING . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
5-1-1 How to Enter the Service Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
5-2 FIXTURE AND TAPE FOR ADJUSTMENT. . . . . . . 5-2
5-2-1 How to Use The Fixtures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
5-3 ELECTRICAL ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS . . . 5-3
5-3-1 Test Equipment Required . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
5-3-2 Head Switching Position Adjustment. . . . . . . . . . 5-3
5-4 MECHANICAL ALIGNMENT PROCEDURES. . . . . 5-4
5-4-1 Service Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4
5-4-2 Tape Interchangeability Alignment . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
1-A. Preliminary/Final Checking and
Alignment of Tape Path. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
1-B. X Value Alignment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
1-C. Checking/Adjustment of Envelope Waveform. . . 5-7 1-D. Azimuth Alignment of
Audio/Control/Erase Head. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
6 EXPLODEDS VIEWS AND PARTS LIST . . . . . 6-1
6-1 EXPLODED VIEWS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-1
6-1-1 Cabinet Section. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-1
6-1-2 Deck Mechanism View 1 Section . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-2
6-1-3 Deck Mechanism View 2 Section . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-3
6-1-4 Deck Mechanism View 3 Section . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-4
6-2 REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-5
6-2-1 Mechanical Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-5
6-2-2 Electrical Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-7
SCHEMATIC, CIRCUIT BOARD AND BLOCK DIAGRAMS
1 SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS/CBA’S AND TEST POINTS . 1
2 WIRING DIAGRAMS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
3 SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
3-1 Main 1/7 Schematic Diagram. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
3-2 Main 2/7 & Sensor Schematic Diagrams. . . . . . . . . . . 5
3-3 Main 3/7 Schematic Diagram. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
3-4 Main 4/7 & Jack Schematic Diagram. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
3-5 Main 5/7 Schematic Diagram. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3-6 Main 6/7 Schematic Diagram ( V T-FX34 0E(UK) ) . . . . 9
3-7 Main 7/7 Schematic Diagram. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3-8 AFV Schematic Diagram ( VT-FX340E(UK) ) . . . . . . 11
4 WAVEFORMS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
5 CIRCUIT BOARD DIAGRAMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
5-1 Main CBA Top View. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
5-2 Main CBA Bottom View. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
5-3 Jack CBA Top / Bottom View. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
5-4 AFV CBA Top / Bottom View ( VT-FX340E(UK) ) . . . 16
6 BLOCK DIAGRAMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
6-1 Servo/System Control Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
6-2 Video Block Diagram. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
6-3 Audio Block Diagram (VT-MX310E(UK)). . . . . . . . . . 19
6-4 Audio Block Diagram (VT-FX340E(UK)) . . . . . . . . . . 20
6-5 Hi-Fi Audio Block Diagram (VT-FX340E(UK)). . . . . . 21
6-6 Power Supply Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
7 SYSTEM CONTROL TIMING CHARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
8 IC PIN FUNCTION DESCRIPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
9 LEAD IDENTIFICATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
1

CAUTIONS FOR SAFETY IN PERFORMING REPAIR

1-1 IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

1-1-1 Product Safety Notice

Some electrical and mechanical parts have special safety-related characteristics which are often not evi­dent from visual inspection, nor can the protection they give necessarily be obtained by replacing them with components rated for higher voltage, wattage, etc. Parts that have special safety characteristics are identified by a ! on schematics and in parts lists. Use of a substitute replacement that does not have the same safety characteristics as the recommended replacement part might create shock, fire, and/or other hazards. The Product’s Safety is under review contin­uously and new instructions are issued whenever appropriate. Prior to shipment from the factory, our products are carefully inspected to confirm with the recognized product safety and electrical codes of the countries in which they are to be sold. However, in order to maintain such compliance, it is equally impor­tant to implement the following precautions when a set is being serviced.

1-1-2 Precautions during Servicing

A. Parts identified by the ! symbol are critical for
safety. Replace only with part number specified.
B. In addition to safety, other parts and assemblies
are specified for conformance with regulations applying to spurious radiation. These must also be replaced only with specified replacements. Examples: RF converters, RF cables, noise block­ing capacitors, and noise blocking filters, etc.
C. Use specified internal wiring. Note especially:
1)Wires covered with PVC tubing
2)Double insulated wires
3)High voltage leads
D. Use specified insulating materials for hazardous
live parts. Note especially:
1)Insulation tape
2)PVC tubing
3)Spacers
4)Insulators for transistors
E. When replacing AC primary side components
(transformers, power cord, etc.), wrap ends of wires securely about the terminals before solder­ing.
F. Observe that the wires do not contact heat produc-
ing parts (heatsinks, oxide metal film resistors, fus­ible resistors, etc.).
G. Check that replaced wires do not contact sharp
edges or pointed parts.
H. When a power cord has been replaced, check that
5 - 6 kg of force in any direction will not loosen it.
I. Also check areas surrounding repaired locations.
J. Be careful that foreign objects (screws, solder
droplets, etc.) do not remain inside the set.
K. Crimp type wire connector
The power transformer uses crimp type connectors which connect the power cord and the primary side of the transformer. When replacing the transformer, follow these steps carefully and precisely to pre­vent shock hazards. Replacement procedure
1)Remove the old connector by cutting the wires at a point close to the connector.
Important: Do not re-use a connector. (Discard it.)
2)Strip about 15 mm of the insulation from the ends of the wires. If the wires are stranded, twist the strands to avoid frayed conductors.
3)Align the lengths of the wires to be connected. Insert the wires fully into the connector.
4)Use a crimping tool to crimp the metal sleeve at its center. Be sure to crimp fully to the complete clo­sure of the tool.
L. When connecting or disconnecting the internal con-
nectors, first, disconnect the AC plug from the AC outlet.
1-1

1-1-3 Safety Check after Servicing

Examine the area surrounding the repaired location for damage or deterioration. Observe that screws, parts, and wires have been returned to their original posi­tions. Afterwards, do the following tests and confirm the specified values to verify compliance with safety standards.
1. Clearance Distance
When replacing primary circuit components, confirm specified clearance distance (d) and (d’) between sol­dered terminals, and between terminals and surround­ing metallic parts. (See Fig. 1-1-1)
Table 1-1-1 : Ratings for selected area
AC Line Voltage Clearance Distance (d) (d’)
Chassis or Secondary Conductor
Primary Circuit Terminals
dd'
230 V
Note: This table is unofficial and for reference only.
Be sure to confirm the precise values.
3 mm(d)
6 mm(d’)
2. Leakage Current Test
Confirm the specified (or lower) leakage current between B (earth ground, power cord plug prongs) and externally exposed accessible parts (RF termi­nals, antenna terminals, video and audio input and output terminals, microphone jacks, earphone jacks, etc.) is lower than or equal to the specified value in the table below.
Measuring Method (Power ON) :
Insert load Z between B (earth ground, power cord plug prongs) and exposed accessible parts. Use an AC voltmeter to measure across the terminals of load Z. See Fig. 1-1-2 and the following table.
Table 1-1-2: Leakage current ratings for selected areas
AC Line Voltage Load Z Leakage Current (i)
2kRES.
Connected in parallel
230 V
50kRES.
Connected in parallel
i0.7mA AC Peak
i2mA DC
i0.7mA AC Peak
i2mA DC
Fig. 1-1-1
Exposed Accessible Part
Z
One side of
B
Power Cord Plug Prongs
One side of power cord plug
AC Voltmeter (High Impedance)
Fig. 1-1-2
prongs (B) to:
RF or
Antenna terminals
A/V Input, Output
Note: This table is unofficial and for reference only. Be sure to confirm the precise values.
1-2

1-2 STANDARD NOTES FOR SERVICING

1-2-1 Circuit Board Indications

1. The output pin of the 3 pin Regulator ICs is indi­cated as shown.
Top View
Input
Out
2. For other ICs, pin 1 and every fifth pin are indicated as shown.
In
Pin 1
3. The 1st pin of every male connector is indicated as shown.
Pin 1
Bottom View
5
10
1-2-3 How to Remove / Install Flat
Pack-IC
1. Removal
With Hot-Air Flat Pack-IC Desoldering Machine:.
(1) Prepare the hot-air flat pack-IC desoldering
machine, then apply hot air to the Flat Pack-IC (about 5 to 6 seconds). (Fig. 1-2-1)
Fig. 1-2-1
(2) Remove the flat pack-IC with tweezers while apply-
ing the hot air.
(3) Bottom of the flat pack-IC is fixed with glue to the
CBA; when removing entire flat pack-IC, first apply soldering iron to center of the flat pack-IC and heat up. Then remove (glue will be melted). (Fig. 1-2-6)
(4) Release the flat pack-IC from the CBA using twee-
zers. (Fig. 1-2-6)

1-2-2 Instructions for Connectors

1. When you connect or disconnect the FFC (Flexible Foil Connector) cable, be sure to first disconnect the AC cord.
2. FFC (Flexible Foil Connector) cable should be inserted parallel into the connector, not at an angle.
FFC Cable
Connector
CBA
* Be careful to avoid a short circuit.
Caution:
1. Do not supply hot air to the chip parts around the flat pack-IC for over 6 seconds because damage to the chip parts may occur. Put masking tape around the flat pack-IC to protect other parts from damage. (Fig. 1-2-2)
2. The flat pack-IC on the CBA is affixed with glue, so be careful not to break or damage the foil of each pin or the solder lands under the IC when removing it.
Hot-air Flat Pack-IC Desoldering
CBA
Masking Tape
Tweezers
Machine
Flat Pack-IC
Fig. 1-2-2
1-3
With Soldering Iron:
(1) Using desoldering braid, remove the solder from all
pins of the flat pack-IC. When you use solder flux which is applied to all pins of the flat pack-IC, you can remove it easily. (Fig. 1-2-3)
Flat Pack-IC
Desoldering Braid
(4) Bottom of the flat pack-IC is fixed with glue to the
CBA; when removing entire flat pack-IC, first apply soldering iron to center of the flat pack-IC and heat up. Then remove (glue will be melted). (Fig. 1-2-6)
(5) Release the flat pack-IC from the CBA using twee-
zers. (Fig. 1-2-6)
Note:
When using a soldering iron, care must be taken to ensure that the flat pack-IC is not being held by glue. When the flat pack-IC is removed from the CBA, handle it gently because it may be damaged if force is applied.
Soldering Iron
Fig. 1-2-3
(2) Lift each lead of the flat pack-IC upward one by
one, using a sharp pin or wire to which solder will not adhere (iron wire). When heating the pins, use a fine tip soldering iron or a hot air desoldering machine. (Fig. 1-2-4)
Sharp Pin
Fine Tip Soldering Iron
Fig. 1-2-4
(3) Bottom of the flat pack-IC is fixed with glue to the
CBA; when removing entire flat pack-IC, first apply soldering iron to center of the flat pack-IC and heat up. Then remove (glue will be melted). (Fig. 1-2-6)
(4) Release the flat pack-IC from the CBA using twee-
zers. (Fig. 1-2-6)
With Iron Wire:
(1) Using desoldering braid, remove the solder from all
pins of the flat pack-IC. When you use solder flux which is applied to all pins of the flat pack-IC, you can remove it easily. (Fig. 1-2-3)
(2) Affix the wire to a workbench or solid mounting
point, as shown in Fig. 1-2-5.
(3) While heating the pins using a fine tip soldering
iron or hot air blower, pull up the wire as the solder melts so as to lift the IC leads from the CBA contact pads as shown in Fig. 1-2-5.
To Solid Mounting Point
CBA
Tweezers
Hot Air Blower
or
Iron Wire
Soldering Iron
Fig. 1-2-5
Fine Tip Soldering Iron
Flat Pack-IC
Fig. 1-2-6
1-4
2. Installation
(1) Using desoldering braid, remove the solder from
the foil of each pin of the flat pack-IC on the CBA so you can install a replacement flat pack-IC more easily.
(2) The “I” mark on the flat pack-IC indicates pin 1.
(See Fig. 1-2-7.) Be sure this mark matches the 1 on the PCB when positioning for installation. Then presolder the four corners of the flat pack-IC. (See Fig. 1-2-8.)
(3) Solder all pins of the flat pack-IC. Be sure that none
of the pins have solder bridges.
Example :
Pin 1 of the Flat Pack-IC is indicated by a " " mark.
Fig. 1-2-7
1-2-4 Instructions for Handling
Semi-conductors
Electrostatic breakdown of the semi-conductors may occur due to a potential difference caused by electro­static charge during unpacking or repair work.
1. Ground for Human Body
Be sure to wear a grounding band (1M) that is prop­erly grounded to remove any static electricity that may be charged on the body.
2. Ground for Workbench
(1) Be sure to place a conductive sheet or copper plate
with proper grounding (1M) on the workbench or other surface, where the semi-conductors are to be placed. Because the static electricity charge on clothing will not escape through the body ground­ing band, be careful to avoid contacting semi-con­ductors with your clothing.
< Incorrect >
CBA
Presolder
Flat Pack-IC
Fig. 1-2-8
CBA
< Correct >
Grounding Band
1M
CBA
1M
Conductive Sheet or Copper Plate
1-5
2

GENERAL INFORMATION

2-1 SPECIFICATIONS

[ VT-FX340E(UK) ]

General Specifications
Television system: PAL I
Video heads Six comprising of Four-video
Tape width : 12.65mm Tape speed
SP : 23.39mm/s LP : 11.70mm/s
Tuner channel
RF converter : Built-in UHF converter Converter output : UHF Channel 22 to 69
Timer indication : 24-hour system Operating temperature : 5 Terminals
AERIAL : Coaxial type, male RF OUT : Coaxial type, female AUDIO/VIDEO : 21 pin scart socket x 2
TV standard
and Two-audio heads Helical scan system
IRA~IRJ E21~E69 CATV
(adjustable)
º
C ~ 40ºC

[ VT-MX310E(UK) ]

Electrical Specifications
Video output level : 1Vp-p Video output impedance : 75Ω unbalanced Audio output level : -6dBV Video input level : 0.5 ~2.0Vp-p Audio input level : -10dBV Video S/N ratio
(STANDARD): 45dB
Audio S/N ratio
(STANDARD): 41dB
Other Specifications
Power requirement : 220-240V 50Hz Power consumption : 20 Watts (Stand by:3.3 watts) Dimensions : W 360mm
H 92mm D 226mm
Weight : 2.6 Kg. (approx.)
General Specifications
Television system: PAL I
Video heads Rotary two-head
Tape width : 12.65mm Tape speed
SP : 23.39mm/s LP : 11.70mm/s
Tuner channel
RF converter : Built-in UHF converter Converter output : UHF Channel 22 to 69
Timer indication : 24-hour system Operating temperature : 5 Terminals
AERIAL : Coaxial type, male RF OUT : Coaxial type, female AUDIO/VIDEO : 21 pin scart socket x 2
TV standard
helical scan system
IRA~IRJ E21~E69 CATV
(adjustable)
º
C ~ 40ºC
Electrical Specifications
Video output level : 1Vp-p Video output impedance : 75 Audio output level : -6dBV Video input level : 0.5 ~2.0Vp-p Audio input level : -10dBV Video S/N ratio
(STANDARD): 45dB
Audio S/N ratio
(STANDARD): 41dB
unbalanced
Other Specifications
Power requirement : 220-240V ~ 50Hz Power consumption : 20 Watts (Stand by: 3.3 watts)
Dimensions : W 360mm
H 92mm D 226mm
Weight : 2.6 Kg. (approx.)
2-1

2-2 COMPARISON OF MODELS

2-2-1 Comparison of Features : Same as on left

ITEM VT-FX340E(UK)/MX310E(UK) VT-FX240EUK/MX210EUK
Cabinet Size 360(W) x 92(H) x 226(D) mm
Weight 2.6 kg
Power Consumption 20 W
APPEARANCE
Video Format VHS Y/C Separation Comb Filter
YNR (Luminance Noise Reduction) Circuit
VIDEO
New Synchronise Circuit --- Picture Control O Video/Audio Input (Rear) 2/2 (AV1/AV2) Video/Audio Input (Front) ---
INPUT/
Video/Audio Output (Rear) 2/2 (AV1/AV2)
OUTPUT
Remote Controller
Stereo CM Skip Feature --- Auto Clock Feature O Number of Timer Programming 8 Program/year Self Diagnosis Funtion O (4 Modes) Back-up Time 60 s
OTHERMECHANISM
SQPB --- Surge Absorber --- Auto Power Off Feature O Local Broadcast Setting O Multi Search Feature O (Index, Time Search, Quick Find)
Search Speed
FF/REW Time (T-120 Tape)
Head Composition [VT-FX340E(UK)] / [VT-FX240EUK]
Head Composition [VT-MX310E(UK)] / [VT-MX210EUK]
Head Material [VT-FX340E(UK)] / [VT-FX240EUK]
Head Material [VT-MX310E(UK)] / [VT-MX210EUK]
VISS O (Index Search)
PULSE
VT-RM340E [VT-FX340E(UK)]
VT-RM310E [VT-MX310E(UK)]
FF: approx. 100 s, REW: approx. 100 s
Hi-Fi Audio: 2[28/28 µm]
Hi-Fi Audio: Ferrite
Flame by Flame Mode [VT-FX340E(UK)]
Tracking Mode [VT-MX310E(UK)]
O
VT-RM240E [VT-FX240EUK]
VT-RM210E [VT-MX210EUK]
SP: X5/X7
LP: X5/X11
DA4+Hi-Fi
SP: 2[49/49 µm] LP: 2[25/25 µm]
DA2 28/28 µm
SP: Ferrite LP: Ferrite
SP: Ferrite LP: Ferrite
Flame by Flame Mode
Tracking Mode [VT-MX210EUK]
[VT-FX240EUK]
2-2

2-2-2 Comparison of Main Control ICs : Same as on left

ITEM OPERATION VT-FX340E(UK)/MX310E(UK) VT-FX240EUK/MX210EUK
Video Video Signal Process LA71750AM-MTB(IC301)
Audio
System Control
Timer Display Driver PT6958-FN-TP(IC571)
Power Switching Driver - -
FM Audio Signal Process
Linear Audio Signal Process Included in IC301 Main Microcomputer µP M37762MCA-AC8GP(IC501) M37762MCA-1C1GP(IC501) VCR-EEP ROM BR24C02F-W(IC503)
Reset - -
Loading Motor Drive - -
Cylinder/Loading Motor Control - -
Power Reset - -
VPS LC74793JM-TRM(IC640) -
Audio Output Selector
LA72648M(IC451)
[VT-FX340E(UK)]
TC4052BF(EL)(IC151)
[VT-MX310E(UK)]
LA72646M-A-MPB(IC451)
[VT-FX240EUK]
TC4052BF(EL)(IC151)
[VT-MX210EUK]
2-3

2-3 FUNCTION INDICATOR SYMBOLS

Note:
The following symbols will appear on the indicator panel to indicate the current mode or operation of the VCR. On-screen modes will also be momentarily displayed on the tv screen when you press the operation buttons.
Display panel
" H "= LED Light on, " L "= LED Light off
LED MODE INDICATOR ACTIVE
CASSETTE "IN" CASSETTE "OUT"
CLOCK " 88:88 ON
POWER ON " PWR." ON
REC " REC " ON
REC PAUSE " REC " Blinks at 0.8Hz interval
T- R E C , O T R
When reel and capstan mechanism is not functioning correctly
When tape loading mechanism is not func­tioning correctly
When cassette loading mechanism is not functioning correctly
When the drum is not working properly
P-ON Power safety detection
" " " "
" "
" " " 1 "
" " " 2 "
" " " 3 "
" " " 4 "
" " " 5 "
ON OFF
ON (T-REC OFF,T-REC incomplete Blinks at 0.8Hz interval)
Blinks at 0.8Hz interval
Blinks at 0.8Hz interval
Blinks at 0.8Hz interval
Blinks at 0.8Hz interval
Blinks at 0.8Hz interval
S-INH condition All modes Blinks at 0.8Hz interval
2-4
PWR. REC
10
11
14
12
13
L
o

2-4 OPERATING CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS

[ VT-FX340E(UK) ]

Front Panel
1. Cassette compartment
2. D (F.FWD) button
3. B (PLAY) button
4. E (REW) button
5. CA( STOP/EJECT) button
6. I (REC) button
7. Indicator (See below)
8. PROGRAM (o/p) [TRACKING]
buttons
9.y (OPERATE) button
10. PWR. (Power) indicator
11. TAPE IN indicator
12. REC indicator
13. (Timer) indicator
14. CLOCK indicator
15. Power cord
16. AV2 (DECODER) socket
17. AV1 (TV) socket
18. RF OUT socket
19. AERIAL socket
Indicator
Rear Panel
15
PROGRAM
TRACKING
1
247
35689
1716
AV2(DECODER) AV1(TV)
AERIAL
RF OUT
Remote Control
OPERATE
1
1
2
4
7
VIDEO Plus+
3
4
MENU
5
6 7
8
REW
REC
QUICK-FIND
9
10
AUDIO
SELECT
2
5
8
0
DISPLAY
PLAY
TO
S
TIME
SEARCH
3
6
9
DAILY/WEEKLY
COUNTER
RESET
P
SPEED
INDEX
EJECT
PROGRAM
SLOW
MEMORY
D
W
.F
F
PAUSE/STILL
22
21
20 19
18
17 16
15 14
13 12
11
1819
1. OPERATE button
2. NUMBER buttons
3. VIDEO Plus+ button
4. MENU button
5. DISPLAY button
6. REW/s button
7. STOP/
8. REC button
9. QUICK-FIND button
10. TIME SEARCH button
11. INDEX SEARCH button
12. PAUSE/STILL button
13. SPEED button
14. F.FWD/B button
15. PLAY/
16. COUNTER RESET button
17. COUNTER MEMORY button
18. SLOW button
19. DAILY/WEEKLY button
20. PROGRAM (o/p) buttons
21. EJECT button
22. AUDIO SELECT button
L
o
button
button
2-5
PWR. REC
10
11
14
12
13
L
o

[ VT-MX310E(UK) ]

Front Panel
PROGRAM
TRACKING
Indicator
Rear Panel
15
1
1. Cassette compartment
2. D (F.FWD) button
3. B (PLAY) button
4. E (REW) button
5.
CA(STOP/EJECT) button
6.
I (
REC) button
7. Indicator (See below)
8. PROGRAM (o/p) [TRACKING]
buttons
9.y (OPERATE) button
247
35689
10. PWR. (Power) indicator
11. TAPE IN indicator
12. REC indicator
13. (Timer) indicator
14. CLOCK indicator
1716
AV2(DECODER) AV1(TV)
15. Power cord
16. AV2 (DECODER) socket
17. AV1 (TV) socket
18. RF OUT socket
19. AERIAL socket
AERIAL
RF OUT
Remote Control
OPERATE
1
2
1
5
2
3
4
4
7
VIDEO Plus+
MENU
8
0
DISPLAY
5
EW
6 7
R
REC
8
DAILY/WEEKLY
PLAY
O
T
S
3
6
9
RESET
P
SPEED
EJECT
PROGRAM
COUNTER
MEMORY
FWD
.
F
PAUSE/STILL
17
16 15
14 13
12 11
10 9
1819
1. OPERATE button
2. NUMBER buttons
3. VIDEO Plus+ button
4. MENU button
5. DISPLAY button
6. REW/s button
7. STOP/
8. REC button
9. PAUSE/STILL button
10. SPEED button
11. F.FWD/ B button
12. PLAY/
13. COUNTER RESET button
14. COUNTER MEMORY button
15. DAILY/WEEKLY button
16. PROGRAM (o/p) buttons
17. EJECT button
L
o
button
button
2-6
3

MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION

3-1 TROUBLESHOOTING

Troubleshooting is how to service for the specifying malfunction or poor parts. Detect malfunction or poor parts and service as the following charts.

Video problem 1 (No recording Video)

RF INPUT
Check Video signal at pin 48 of IC301.
OK
Check TU701 and line between TU701 and pin 48 of IC301, and service it if detective.
Check Video signal at pin 50 of IC501.
OK
Check Video signal at pin 56 of IC301.
OK
Check IC501 and line between pin 52 of IC501 and pin 56 of IC301, and service it if detective.
Cleaning the Video Head. (See page 3-7.) Or check Cylinder Assembly and service it if detective.
LINE INPUT (AV2)
NG
NG
LINE INPUT (AV1)
Check Video signal at pin 50 of IC301.
OK
Check A/V cable, JK101 and line between JK101 and pin 50 of IC301, and service it if detective.
NG
Check IC301, X301 and line between pin 65 of IC301 and pin 50 of IC501, and service it if detective.
NG
Check Video signal at pin 52 of IC301.
OK
Check Video signal at pin 50 of IC501.
OK
Check Video signal at pin 56 of IC301.
OK
Cleaning the Video Head.(See page 3-7.) Or check Cylinder Assembly and service it if detective.
NG
Check AV cable, JK102 and line of IC301,
NG
Check IC301, X301 and pin 50 of IC501
NG
Check IC501 and line between pin 52 of IC501 and pin 56 of IC301, and service it if detective.
and service it if detective.
, and service it if detective.
between
line between pin 52 of IC301 and
JK102 and pin 52
3-1

Video problem 2 (No playback Video)

Check signal at pin 93 and pin 96 (or pin 87, pin 90) of IC301.
OK
Check Video signal at pin 50 of IC501.
OK
Check IC301, X301 and line between pin 65 of IC301 and pin 50 of IC501, and service it if detective.
NG
NG
Cleaning the Video Head. (See page 3-7.) Or check Cylinder Assembly and service it if detective.
Check Video signal at pin 56 of IC301.
OK
RF OUT LINE OUT (AV1) LINE OUT (AV2)
Check Video signal at pin 6 of TU701.
OK OK OK
Check TU701 and service it if detective.
Check line between pin 52 of IC501 and pin 6 of TU701, and service it if detective.
NG NG
Check Video signal at pin 19 of JK101. Check Video signal at pin 19 of JK102.
Check JK101 and AV cable, and service it if detective.
Check line between pin 61 of IC301 and pin 19 of JK101, and service it if detective.
NG
Check IC501 and line between pin 52 of IC501 and pin 56 of IC301, and service it if detective.
Check JK102 and AV cable, and service it if detective.
Check line between pin 63 of IC301 and pin 19 of JK102, and service it if detective.
3-2

Audio problem 1 (No recording Normal Audio)

RF-INPUT
(with VT-FX340E(UK))
Change for Audio-mode(MONO) by AUDIO­SELECT KEY of Remote Controller.
OK
Check SIF signal at pin 2 of CN701.
OK
Check Audio signal at pin 4 and 5 of CN701 or pin 4 and 50 of IC451.
OK
Check Audio signal at pin 13, pin 15 or pin 17 of IC301.
OK
Check Tape interchangeability alignment. (See page 5-5.)
OK
Cleaning the Audio Control Head. (See page 3-7.)
LINE INPUT (AV2)
(with VT-FX340E(UK))
Check Audio signal at pin 10 or pin 56 of IC451.
OK
(with VT-MX310E(UK))
NG
NG
(with VT-MX310E(UK))
LINE INPUT (AV1)
Check Audio signal at pin 6 or 52 of IC451.
Check TU701 and service it if detective.
Check AFV CBA and service it if detective.
NG
Check IC451 and IC301, and service it if detective.
Check ACE Head Assembly and service it if detective.
NG
Check AV cable, JK102 and line between JK102 and pin (10, 56) of IC451, and service it if detective.
(with VT-MX310E(UK))
(with VT-FX340E(UK))
OK
Check AV cable, JK101 and line between JK101 and pin (6, 52) of IC451, and service it if detective.
NG
NG
Check Audio signal at pin 17 of IC301.
OK
Check Tape interchangeability alignment. (See page 5-5.)
OK
Cleaning the Audio Control Head. (See page 3-7.)
NG
Check IC451 and IC301, and service it if detective.
NG
Check ACE Head Assembly and service it if detective.

Audio problem 2 (No playback Normal Audio)

(RF OUTPUT/AV1) (AV2)
Check Audio signal at pin 5 of IC301.
NG
Cleaning the Audio
Check Tape interchangeability alignment. (See page 5-5.)
NG
Check ACE Head Assembly and service it if detective.
Check Audio signal at pin 11 of IC301 or pin 80 of IC451.
OK(with VT-MX310E(UK))
Check Audio signal at pin (72, 74, 76) of IC451.
NG
Check IC451 it if detective.
and service
OK
Control Head. (See page 3-7.)
OK(with VT-MX310E(UK))
OK
Check TU701 or A-OUT jack, and service it if detective.
Check IC301 and IC451 and service it if detective.
OK
Check Audio signal at pin 5 of IC301.
Check Tape interchangeability alignment. (See page 5-5.)
Check ACE Head Assembly and service it if detective.
Check Audio signal at pin 11 of IC301 or pin 80 of IC451.
NG
Check Audio signal at pin 65 and pin 67 of IC451.
,
Check IC451 it if detective.
NG
NG
OK(with VT-MX310E(UK))
OK
NG
and service
Cleaning the Audio
OK
Control Head. (See page 3-7.)
OK(with VT-MX310E(UK))
Check A-OUT jack and service it if detective.
Check IC301 and IC451 and service it if detective.
OK
NG
,
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Audio problem 3 (No recording Hi-Fi Audio)

RF-INPUT
NG NG
Check SIF signal at pin 2 of CN701.
OK
Check Audio signal at pin 4 and 5 of CN701 or pin 4 and 50 of IC451.
OK
Check signal at pin 26 of IC451.
OK
Cleaning the Video Head. (See page 3-7.) Or check Cylinder Assembly and service it if detective.
LINE INPUT (AV2)
Check Audio signal at pin 10 and 56 of IC451.
OK
Check signal at pin 26 of IC451.
OK
Cleaning the Video Head. (See page 3-7.) Or check Cylinder Assembly and service it if detective.
Check TU701 and service it if detective.
NG
Check AFV CBA and service it if detective.
NG
NG
NG
LINE INPUT (AV1)
Check Audio signal at pin 6 and pin 52 of IC451.
OK
Check signal at pin 26 of IC451.
NG
Check IC451 and service it if detective.
Check AV cable, JK102 and line between JK102 and pin (10, 56) of IC451, and service it if detective.
Check IC451 and service it if detective.
Check A/V cable, JK101 and line between JK101 and pin (6, 52) of IC451, and service it if detective.
OK
Cleaning the Video Head. (See page 3-7.)
NG

Audio problem 4 (No playback Hi-Fi Audio)

(AV1) (AV2)
Check signal at pin 24 and 27 of IC451.
OK
Cleaning the Video Head. (See page 3-7.) Or check Cylinder Assembly and service it if detective.
Check Audio signal at pin 74 and pin 76 of IC451.
OK
Check TU701 and A-OUT jack, and service it if detective.
NG
Check IC451 and service it if detective.
NG
Check signal at pin 24 and pin 27 of IC451.
OK
Cleaning the Video Head. (See page 3-7.) Or check Cylinder Assembly and service it if detective.
Check Audio signal at pin 65 and pin 67 of IC451.
OK
NG
Check IC451 and service it if detective.
NG
3-4

Power problem

It is highly recommended that a variable isolation transformer which can monitor current be used. (Alternatively a variable AC source which moni­tors current will do). Read directions below before power is added!
1] Check for any defective parts while the secondary rectifying diodes are disconnected (D011, D013 and D014) perform a diode check in both forward and reverse directions through a tester.
2] Remove the following components and check for defects: snubber diode (D005), switching FET (Q001), source resistor (R006), control transistor (Q002).
Repair method
CHECK
Connect unit to the isolation trans­former and slowly increase the AC sup­ply while monitoring the current, if it draws too much current (Be ware fuse is rated for 1.6 amps), then turn off supply and do repair method #1.
NO
Check whether the primary rectifying DC of the Switching power supply has an output. (Reading should be about 168V.)
YES
With the primary DC working check the secondary 5V.
YES
Are the 44V, 12V and 5V higher than normal?
NO
Although the secondary 5V is working, are any of the other voltages higher than normal (44V and 12V)?
NO
There is no problem on the SW power supply.
YES
NO
NO
YES
YES
#1
#2
#3
#4
#5
Repair method #2
Check the fuse 1.6A (F001), primary rectifying diodes (D001-D004) as possible problems. Remove the above mentioned parts and check them. The circuit which turns on switching FET (Q001) may be regarded as a possible cause, even if the load at the secondary side is shorted, it can't be detected because switching FET (Q001) isn't operating. Per­form check according to the step 1 and 2 of repair method #1 and check the following parts: (Remove the part from PCB) Switching FET (Q001), source resistor (R006), gate resistor (R008) and start resistor (R003, R004, R005 and R028).
Repair method #3
A circuit to turn on switching FET (Q001) may not work and this may be regarded as a cause of trouble. Even if the load at the secondary side is short-circuited, it cannot be detected because switching FET (Q001) does not turn on. Therefore, perform check according to the steps 1] and 2] of the repair method #1 and exe­cute the under-mentioned parts breakage check. (Remove the part from PCB.) switching FET (Q001), source resistor (R006), control transistor (Q002), gate resistor (R008) and start resis­tor (R003, R004, R005 and R028).
Repair method #4
Repair method #1
(Power must be off) Short circuit in the secondary side. check diode D014, D011, D012, D013, switching FET (Q001), control transistor (Q002), diode (D006), and resistor (R014) replace as necessary. Disconnect 44V diode (D011), 12V diode (D013), 5V diode (D014). Check the load continuity of 44V line, 12V line and 5V line through a tester (resistance range). If the tester indicates a lower resistance value around 0 ohm, the line is short-circuited. Before repairing the switching power supply, find out the short-circuited area of such line and repair it. If the tester does not indicate any low resistance value (around 0 ohm), no load is short-circuited and there is no problem.
The feedback circuit which is monitored by the output of voltage may not work and this may be regarded as a possible cause, remove control transistor Q002 and check for defects. More over, a photo coupler (IC001) and transistor (Q004) may be defective, replace any defective parts with factory originals.
Repair method #5
If the output voltage of the secondary side is slightly high, the line load may be in the "OPEN" state and this may be regarded as a cause of trouble. If there is no output voltage on the secondary side, the rectifying diodes (D014) and (D015) may be defective.
3-5

3-2 STANDARD MAINTENANCE

3-2-1 Service Schedule of Components

h: Hours : Check I: Change
Deck Periodic Service Schedule
Ref.No. Part Name 1,000 h 2,000 h 3,000 h 4,000 h
B2
B3
B8
B587 Tension Lever Assembly II
B31
B573, B574
B37 Capstan Motor II
B52
*B73
B86 F Brake Assembly (HI) II
B133
B410 Pinch Arm Assembly II
B414 M Brake (SP) Assembly (HI) II
B416
Cylinder Assembly
Loading Motor Assembly
Pulley Assembly (HI)
AC Head Assembly
Reel S, Reel T
Cap Belt
FE Head Assembly
Idler Assembly (HI)
M Brake (TU) Assembly (HI)
II
I
II
I
I
II
I
II
II
B525 LDG Belt II
Notes:
1.Clean all parts for the tape transport (Upper Drum with Video Head / Pinch Roller / Audio Control Head / Full Erase Head) using 90% lsopropyl Alcohol.
2.After cleaning the parts, do all DECK ADJUSTMENTS.
3.For the reference numbers listed above, refer to Deck Exploded Views.
* FE Head Assembly (B73) is used in VT-FX340E(UK) only.
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3-2-2 Cleaning

Cleaning of Video Head
Clean the head with a head cleaning stick or chamois cloth.
Procedure
1.Remove the top cabinet.
2.Put on a glove (thin type) to avoid touching the upper and lower drum with your bare hand.
3.Put a few drops of 90% Isopropyl alcohol on the head cleaning stick or on the chamois cloth and, by slightly pressing it against the head tip, turn the upper drum to the right and to the left.
Notes:
1.The video head surface is made of very hard material, but since it is very thin, avoid cleaning it vertically.
2.Wait for the cleaned part to dry thoroughly before operating the unit.
3.Do not reuse a stained head cleaning stick or a stained chamois cloth.
Cleaning of ACE Head
Clean the head with a cotton swab.
Procedure
1.Remove the top cabinet.
2.Dip the cotton swab in 90% Isopropyl alcohol and clean the ACE head. Be careful not to damage the upper drum and other tape running parts.
Notes:
1.Avoid cleaning the ACE head vertically.
2.Wait for the cleaned part to dry thoroughly before operating the unit or damage may occur.
ACE Head
Upper Cylinder
Do Not !
Video Head
Cleaning Stick
3-7
4

DISASSEMBLY

4-1 CABINET DISASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

4-1-1 Disassembly Flowchart

This flowchart indicates the disassembly steps to gain access to item(s) to be serviced. When reassembling, follow the steps in reverse order. Bend, route, and dress the cables as they were originally.
[1] Top Case
[2] Front Assembly
[3] VCR Chassis Unit
[4] Jack CBA
[5] Deck Assembly
[6] Main CBA
[7] AFV CBA
[VT-FX340E(UK)]
[8] Cylinder Shield

4-1-2. Disassembly Method

REMOVAL
ID/
LOC.
No.
PAR T
REMOVE/*UNHOOK/
Fig.
UNLOCK/RELEASE/
No.
UNPLUG/DESOLDER
Note
(1): Identification (location) No. of parts in the figures (2): Name of the part (3): Figure Number for reference (4): Identification of parts to be removed, unhooked,
unlocked, released, unplugged, unclamped, or desoldered. P=Spring, L=Locking Tab, S=Screw, CN=Connector *=Unhook, Unlock, Release, Unplug, or Desolder e.g. 2(S-2) = two Screws (S-2), 2(L-2) = two Locking Tabs (L-2)
(5): Refer to “Reference Notes.”
Reference Notes
CAUTION: Locking Tabs (L-1) and (L-2) are fragile. Be careful not to break them.
1. Remove five Screws (S-2), two Screws (S-3) and Screw (S-4). Then, slowly lift the VCR Chassis Unit (Deck Assembly, Jack CBA and Main CBA) up.
2. When reassembling, solder wire jumpers as shown in Fig. 4-1-5.
3. Before installing the Deck Assembly, be sure to place the pin of LD-SW on Main CBA as shown in Fig. 4-1-6. Then, install the Deck Assembly while aligning the hole of Cam Gear with the pin of LD­SW, the shaft of Cam Gear with the hole of LD-SW as shown in Fig. 4-1-6.
[1] Top Case 4-1-1 7(S-1) -
Front
[2]
Assembly
VCR Chas-
[3]
sis Unit
[4] Jack CBA 4-1-4 Desolder, (S-5) -
Deck
[5]
Assembly
[6] Main CBA 4-1-5 ---------- -
AFV CBA
[7]
[VT-FX340E(UK)]
Cylinder
[8]
Shield
(1)
(2)
4-1-2 *3(L-1),*4(L-2) -
4-1-3 5(S-2), 2(S-3), (S-4), 1
4-1-5 4-1-6
4-1-5 ---------- -
4-1-5 2(S-7) -
2(S-6), Desolder 2,3
(3)
(4)
(5)
4-1
(S-1)
(S-5)
[4] Jack CBA
Desolder
[1] Top Case
(S-1)
(S-1)
Fig. 4-1-1
(S-2)
[3]VCR Chassis Unit
(S-2)
(S-3)
(S-2)
(S-4)
(S-3)
(S-2)
(L-2)
[2] Front Assembly
(L-2)
Fig. 4-1-3
(L-1)
Fig. 4-1-2
Fig. 4-1-4
4-2
[8] Cylinder Shield
FE Head
Cylinder Assembly
(S-7)
Pin
[5] Deck Assembly
[7] AFV CBA [VT-FX340E(UK)]
Desolder from bottom
From
From FE Head
Cylinder Assembly
(S-6)
TOP VIEW
From ACE Head Assembly
ACE Head Assembly
[6] Main CBA
(S-6)
From Capstan Motor Assembly
Lead with blue stripe
[6] Main CBA
[5] Deck Assembly
Shaft
Hole
LD-SW
SW507 LD-SW
Cam Gear
Hole
Pin
[6] Main CBA
Fig. 4-1-6
Printing
Lead with blue stripe
Lead connections of Deck Assembly and Main CBA
Lead with blue stripe
Desolder from bottom
side
Fig. 4-1-5
4-3
4-2 DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY PROCEDURES OF DECK
MECHANISM
Before following the procedures described below, be sure to remove the deck assembly from the cabinet. (Refer to CABINET DISASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS on page 4-1.) All the following procedures, including those for adjustment and replacement of parts, should be done in Eject mode; see the positions of [44] and [45] in Fig. 4-2-1 on page 4-6. When reassembling, follow the steps in reverse order.
STEP
/LOC.
+[22] [22] F Brake Assembly (HI) B 4-2-2,4-2-12 *(L-6)
START-
ING
No.
[1] [1] Guide Holder A T 4-2-3 2(S-1)
[2] [1] Cassette Holder Assembly T 4-2-4
[3] [2] Slider (SP) T 4-2-5 *(L-1)
[4] [2] Slider (TU) T 4-2-5 *(L-2)
[5] [4] Lock Lever T 4-2-5 *(L-3),*(P-1)
[6] [2] Cassette Plate T 4-2-5
[7] [7] Cylinder Assembly T 4-2-1,4-2-6 Desolder, 3(S-2)
[8] [8] Loading Motor Assembly T 4-2-1,4-2-7
[9] [9] AC Head Assembly T 4-2-1,4-2-7 (S-4)
[10] [2] Tape Guide Arm Assembly T 4-2-1,4-2-8 *(P-2)
[11] [10] C Door Opener T 4-2-1,4-2-8 *(L-4)
[12] [11] Pinch Arm (B) T 4-2-1,4-2-8 *(P-3)
[13] [12] Pinch Arm Assembly T 4-2-1,4-2-8
[14] [14] FE Head Assembly T 4-2-1,4-2-9 (S-5)
[15] [15] Prism T 4-2-1,4-2-9 (S-6)
[16] [2] Slider Shaft T 4-2-10 *(L-5)
[17] [16] C Drive Lever (SP) T 4-2-10
[18] [16] C Drive Lever (TU) T 4-2-10 (S-7),*(P-4)
[19] [19] Capstan Motor B 4-2-2,4-2-11 3(S-8), Cap Belt
[20] [21] [20]
[23] [22] Worm Holder B 4-2-2,4-2-13 (S-9),*(L-7),*(L-8) [24] [22]
[25] [26]
[27]
[28] [26] [29] [28] TR Gear Spring B 4-2-13 [30] [29] TR Gear A/B B 4-2-13 [31] [31] [32] [26] [33] [26] BT Arm B 4-2-2,4-2-14 *(P-5)
No.
[20]
[25]
[20],[25]
[22],[23],
[26]
Clutch Assembly (HI) B 4-2-2,4-2-12 (C-1)
Center Gear B 4-2-12
Pulley Assembly (HI) B 4-2-2,4-2-13
Mode Gear B 4-2-2,4-2-13 (C-2)
Mode Lever (HI) B 4-2-2,4-2-13 (C-3)
Cam Gear (A) (HI) B 4-2-2,4-2-13 (C-4)
TR Gear C B 4-2-2,4-2-13 (C-5)
FF Arm (HI) B 4-2-1,4-2-13 Idler Assembly (HI) B 4-2-1,4-2-14 *(L-9)
PART
Fig. No.
REMOVAL INSTALLATION
REMOVE/*UNHOOK/ UNLOCK/RELEASE/ UNPLUG/DESOLDER
Desolder, LDG Belt, 2(S-3)
ADJUSTMENT
CONDITION
(+)Refer to Alignment Sec.Page 4-11
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