Regarding service information other than these sections, refer to the HR-A37U service manual (No.82836).
Also, be sure to note important safety precautions provided in the service manual.
SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL
Power requirement: AC 110 V – 220 Vd, 50 Hz/60 Hz
Power consumption
Power on: 14 W
Power off: 2.0 W
Temperature
Operating: 5°C to 40°C
Storage: –20°C to 60°C
Operating position: Horizontal only
Dimensions (W x H x D) : 360 mm x 94 mm x 247 mm
Weight: 3.0 kg
Format: VHS NTSC standard
Maximum recording time
SP: 210 min. with ST-210 video cassette
EP: 630 min. with ST-210 video cassette
VIDEO/AUDIO
Signal system: NTSC-type color signal and EIA
Recording/Playback
system
Signal-to-noise ratio: 45 dB
Horizontal resolution: 230 lines
Frequency range: 70 Hz to 10,000 Hz
Input/Output: RCA connectors (IN x 1, OUT x 1)
(The specifications shown pertain specifically to the model HR-J4008UM)
monochrome signal, 525 lines/
60 fields
: DA-4 (Double Azimuth) head helical
scan system
TUNER
Tuning system : Frequency-synthesized tuner
Channel coverage
(1) Unplug the power cord plug of the VCR before using your
soldering iron.
(2) Take care not to cause any damage to the conductor
wires when plugging and unplugging the connectors.
(3) Do not randomly handle the parts without identifying
where the trouble is.
(4) Exercise enough care not to damage the lugs, etc. dur-
ing the repair work.
(5) When reattaching the front panel assembly, make sure
that the door opener of the cassette holder assembly is
lowered in position prior to the reinstallation. (See SECTION 1 DISASSEMBLY.)
(6) When using the Jig RCU, it is required to set the VCR to
the Jig RCU mode (the mode in which codes from the
Jig RCU can be received). (See SECTION 1 DISASSEMBLY.)
Loading motor
2.1.2 Checking for proper mechanical operations
Enter the mechanism service mode when you want to operate the mechanism when no cassette is loaded. (See SECTION 1 DISASSEMBLY.)
2.1.3 Manually removing the cassette tape
1. In case of electrical failures
If you cannot remove the cassette tape which is loaded because of any electrical failure, manually remove it by taking
the following steps.
(1) Unplug the power cord plug from the power outlet.
(2) Refer to the disassembly procedure and perform the dis-
assembly of the major parts before removing the drum
assembly.
(3) Unload the pole base assembly by manually turning the
loading motor of the mechanism assembly toward the
front. In doing so, hold the tape by the hand to keep the
slack away from any grease. (See Fig.2-1-3a.)
(4) Bring the pole base assembly to a pause when it reaches
the position where it is hidden behind the cassette tape.
(5) Move the top guide toward the drum while holding down
the lug (A) of the bracket retaining the top guide. Likewise hold part (B) down and remove the top guide.
Section (C) of the top guide is then brought under the
cassette lid. Then remove the top guide by pressing the
whole cassette tape down. (See Fig.2-1-3b.)
(6) Remove the cassette tape by holding both the slackened
tape and the cassette lid.
(7) Take up the slack of the tape into the cassette. This com-
pletes removal of the cassette tape.
Note:
• For the disassembly procedure of the major parts and
details of the precautions to be taken, see “SECTION
1 DISASSEMBLY”.
Pole base assembly
Fig. 2-1-3a
(C)
(A)
(B)
Press
Fig. 2-1-3b
2-1
2. In case of mechanical failure
If you cannot remove the cassette tape which is loaded because of any mechanical failure, manually remove it by taking the following steps.
(1) Unplug the power cable and remove the top cover, front
panel assembly and others so that the mechanism assembly is visible. (See SECTION 1 DASASSEMBLY.)
(2) While keeping the tension arm assembly of the mecha-
nism assembly free from tension, pull the tape on the pole
base assembly (supply or take-up side) out of the guide
roller. (See Fig.2-1-3c.)
(3) Take the spring of the pinch roller arm assembly off the
hook of the press lever assembly, and detach it from the
tape. (See Fig.2-1-3d.)
(4) In the same way as in the electrical failure instructions in
2.1.3-1(5), remove the top guide.
(5) Raise the cassette tape cover. By keeping it in that posi-
tion, draw out the cassette tape case from the cassette
holder and take out the tape.
(6) By hanging the pinch roller arm assembly spring back
on the hook, take up the slack of the tape into the cassette.
Pole base assembly (take-up side)
2.1.4 Jigs and tools required for adjustment
Roller driver
PTU94002
Back tension cassette gauge
PUJ48076-2
Alignment tape
(SP, stairstep, NTSC)
MHP
A/C head positioning tool
PTU94010
Jig RCU
PTU94023B
Alignment tape
(EP, stairstep, NTSC)
MHP-L
Torque gauge
PUJ48075-2
Pole base assembly
(supply side)
Tension arm assembly
Fig. 2-1-3c
Take the spring
off the hook, and
detach it from the
tape.
Guide pole guard
2-2
Pinch roller arm assembly
Press lever assembly
Fig. 2-1-3d
2.1.5 Maintenance and inspection
1. Location of major mechanical parts
In this chapter, the two mechanism speeds are described by comparing the speeds of the standard type and the high-speed
FF/REW type.
It is possible to distinguish between these two types of mechanism by the diameters of their capstan pulleys.
The capstan pulley diameter for the standard type is approx. 32 mm.
The capstan pulley diameter for the high-speed FF/REW type is approx. 43 mm.
For information on the different parts used in the two mechanism types, please refer to the “Replacement of major parts”.
UV catcher2 (supply and take-up side)
Stator assembly
T2
Full erase head
T26
Pole base assembly
T25
(supply side)
Tension arm
T24
assembly
Adjust pin
T23
Tension brake
T22
assembly
T1
T5T7
T3
Drum assembly
Head base
T6
A/C head
Loading motor
Guide pole guard
T8
Pinch roller arm
T9
assembly
Lid guide
T10
Press lever
T11
assembly
Guide arm
T12
assembly
Reel disk
T13
(take-up side)
Sub brake assembly
T14
(take-up side)
Belt
B22
(loading motor)
B21
Control cam
B20
B19
Cassette gear
B18
Worm gear
Brake lever
Rec safety lever
B1
Reel disk
T20
(supply side)
Main brake assembly
(supply side)
Idler lever
T17T19T21
Idler arm assembly
T16T18
Pole base assembly (take-up side)
Fig. 2-1-5a Mechanism assembly top side
Capstan motor
B2
Capstan brake assembly
B3B5
Belt (capstan)
Loading arm gear (take-up side)
B4
Loading arm gear (supply side)
Main brake assembly
T15
(take-up side)
Plate
B6
(supply side)
Control
B7
bracket1
Control plate
B8
Tension arm
B9
bearing
Link lever
B17
Rotary encoder guide
B16
Rotary encoder
B15
B14
Direct gear
B13
Change lever assembly
B12
B10
Clutch unit
Take-up head
Fig. 2-1-5b Mechanism assembly bottom side
Take-up lever
B11
2-3
Guide railRoller cam assembly
L2L1
Fig. 2-1-5c Mechanism assembly left side
R1
Opener guide
Door
R2
opener
Drive gear
R3
Cassette housing bracket
R4
R5
Limit gear
Loading motor
Worm gear
Belt (loading motor)
Fig. 2-1-5d Mechanism assembly right side
2. Cleaning
Regular cleaning of the transport system parts is desirable
but practically impossible. So make it a rule to carry out cleaning of the tape transport system whenever the machine is
serviced.
When the video head, tape guide and/or brush get soiled,
the playback picture may appear inferior or at worst disappear, resulting in possible tape damage.
(1) When cleaning the upper drum (especially the video
head), soak a piece of closely woven cloth or Kimu-wipe
with alcohol and while holding the cloth onto the upper
drum by the fingers, turn the upper drum
counterclockwise.
Note:
• Absolutely avoid sweeping the upper drum vertically
as this will cause damage to the video head.
(2) To clean the parts of the tape transport system other than
the upper drum, use a piece of closely woven cloth or a
cotton swab soaked with alcohol.
(3) After cleaning, make sure that the cleaned parts are com-
pletely dry before using the video tape.
3. Lubrication
With no need for periodical lubrication, you have only to lubricate new parts after replacement. If any oil or grease on
contact parts is soiled, wipe it off and newly lubricate the
parts.
Note:
• See the “mechanism assembly” diagram of the parts
list for the lubricating or greasing spots, and for the
types of oil or grease to be used.
4. Suggested servicing schedule for main components
The following table indicates the suggested period for such
service measures as cleaning,lubrication and replacement.
In practice, the indicated periods will vary widely according
to environmental and usage conditions.However, the indicated components should be inspected when a set is brought
for service and the maintenance work performed if necessary. Also note that rubber parts may deform in time,even if
the set is not used.
SystemParts Name
Upper drum assembly
A/C head
Lower drum assembly
Pinch roller arm assembly
Full erase head
Tension arm assembly
Capstan motor (Shaft)
Guide arm assembly
Capstan motor
Capstan brake assembly
Main brake assembly
Belt (Capstan)
Belt (Loading motor)
Loading motor
Clutch unit
Worm gear
Control plate
Brush
Tension brake assembly
OtherDriveTape transport
Rotary encoder
: Cleaning
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Operation Hours
~1000H~2000H
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Table 2-1-5a
5. Disassembling procedure table
The following table indicates the order in which parts are removed for replacement. To replace parts, remove them in
the order of 1 to 18 as shown in the table. To install them,
reverse the removal sequence.
The symbols and numbers preceding the individual part
names represent the numbers in the “Location of major mechanical parts” table. Also, the “T”, “B”, and “T/B” on the right
of each part name shows that the particular part is removed
from the front, from the back, and from both sides of the
mechanism, respectively.