9.15. Main P.C.B.------------------------------------------------ 51
10 Measurements and Adjustments-------------------------- 52
10.1. Service Positions ---------------------------------------- 52
10.2. Caution for Replacing Parts--------------------------- 56
10.3. (DVD) Standard Inspection Specifications
after Making Repairs------------------------------------ 60
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1Safety Precautions
1.1.General guidelines
1. When servicing, observe the original lead dress. If a short circuit is found, re place 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.
1.1.1.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 ohmmeter,
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 1MΩ and 5.2MΩ.
When the exposed metal does not have a return path to
the chassis, the reading must be .
1.1.2.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 1.5kΩ, 10 watts resistor, in parallel with a
0.15μF capacitors, 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 and 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 or
equivalent) may be used to make the hot checks, leakage
current must not exceed 1/2 milliampere. 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.
Figure 1
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2Warning
2.1.Prevention of Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) to Electrostatic Sensitive
(ES) Devices
Some semiconductor (solid state) devices can be damaged easily by static electricity. Such components commonly are called Electrostatic Sensitive (ES) Devices. Examples of typical ES devices are integrated circuits and some field-effect transistor-sand semiconductor "chip" components. The following techniques should be used to help reduce the incidence of component damage
caused by electrostatic discharge (ESD).
1. Immediately before handling any semiconductor component or semiconductor-equipped assembly, drain off any ESD on your
body by touching a known earth ground. Alternatively, obtain and wear a commercially available discharging ESD wrist strap,
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 su ch as a luminum 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. Some solder removal devices not classified as "anti-static (ESD protected)" can
generate electrical charge 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 until immediately before you are ready to install it. (Most
replacement ES devices are packaged with leads electrically shorted together by conductive foam, aluminum foil or comparable conductive material).
7. Immediately before removing the protective material from the leads of a 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 other safety 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 carpet ed floor can generate static electricity sufficient
to damage an ES device).
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2.2.Precaution of Laser Diode
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2.3.Service caution based on legal restrictions
2.3.1.General description about Lead Free Solder (PbF)
The lead free solder has been used in the mounting process of all electrical comp onents on the printed circuit boards us ed for this
equipment in considering the globally environmental conservation.
The normal solder is the alloy of tin (Sn) and lead (Pb). On the other hand, the lead free solder is the alloy mainly consists of tin
(Sn), silver (Ag) and Copper (Cu), and the melting point of the lead free solder is higher approx.30 degrees C (86°F) more than that
of the normal solder.
Definition of PCB Lead Free Solder being used
The letter of “PbF” is printed either foil side or components side on the PCB using the lead free solder.
(See right figure)
Service caution for repair work using Lead Free Solder (PbF)
• The lead free solder has to be used when repairing the equipment for which the lead free solder is used.
(Definition: The letter of “PbF” is printed on the PCB using the lead free solder.)
• To put lead free solder, it should be well molten and mixed with the original lead free solder.
• Remove the remaining lead free solder on the PCB cleanly for soldering of the new IC.
• Since the melting point of the lead free solder i s higher than that of the normal lead solder, it takes the longer time to melt the
lead free solder.
• Use the soldering iron (more than 70W) e quipped with the tempe rature control after setting the te mperature at 350±30 degrees
C (662±86°F).
Recommended Lead Free Solder (Service Parts Route.)
• The following 3 types of lead free solder are available through the service parts route.
RFKZ03D01KS-----------(0.3mm 100g Reel)
RFKZ06D01KS-----------(0.6mm 100g Reel)
RFKZ10D01KS-----------(1.0mm 100g Reel)
Note
* Ingredient: tin (Sn), 96.5%, silver (Ag) 3.0%, Copper (Cu) 0.5%, Cobalt (Co) / Germanium (Ge) 0.1 to 0.3%
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3Service Navigation
3.1.Service Information
3.2.Caution for DivX
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3.3.Micro Fuse conducting check
This unit uses the Micro Fuse.
Check the Micro Fuse conducting using the Tester at the check points below.
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3.4.Operation check when a USB device is connected
You can check the operation status (normal or abnormal) of the USB connection part of this unit easily as shown below.
Connect each device to the USB terminal on the front panel and check the operation status on the TV monitor.
Normal operation:
Automatically displayed when the USB connection is made to a digital camera, etc.
(Example below: When JPEG materials have been recorded)
(*Displayed items differ depending on the recorded contents.)
Abnormal operation (Example 1):
Warning is displayed automatically if overcurrent is detected when a USB device is connected.
(*When a USB device or this unit’s USB terminal shorts out or the power supp ly type of USB device is connecte d)
Abnormal operation (Example 2):
When the terminal of USB device is damaged or open, there is no display on the TV monitor.
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4Specifications
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5Location of Controls and Components
5.1.Each Buttons
Followings are the Location of Controls and Components for DMR-EX99VEG as a sample.
For other model, refer to each Operation Instructions.
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6Operating Instructions
6.1.(DVD) Taking out the Disc from DVD-Drive Unit when the Disc cannot be
ejected by OPEN/CLOSE button
6.1.1.(DVD) Forcible Disc Eject
6.1.1.1.(DVD) When the power can be turned off.
1. Turn off the power and press [STOP], [CH UP] keys on the front panel simultaneously for 5 seconds.
6.1.1.2.(DVD) When the power can not be turned off.
1. Press [POWER] key on the front panel for over 4 seconds to turn off the power forcibly, and press [STOP] [CH UP] keys on
the front panel simultaneously for 5 seconds.
6.1.2.(DVD) When the Forcible Disc Eject can not be done.
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1. Turn off the power and pull out AC cord.
2. Remove the Top Case.
3. Push in SLIDE CAM by Paper Clip or minus screw driver (small) to eject tray slightly.
4. Push out Tray by Paper Clip or minus screw driver (small).
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6.2.(VHS) Removing Cassette Tape
manually
When the cassette tape could not be uninstalled from an electrical malfunction, there are 2 ways to remove a cassette tape.
6.2.1.(VHS) Removal by compulsory
unloading.
If Service Mode can be activated when the power can not be
turned on, this operation is able.
1. Press [STOP] and [EJECT] button simultaneously for
more than 3 seconds to turn the unit in VHS service
mode.
2. Press [STOP] and [EJECT] button simultaneously 7 times
to turn the unit in VHS Service Mode “7”.
3. Press [STOP] button in order to unload the mechanism.
(Pay attention to tape slack)
Service Mode Display:
7 ** ** (STOP) → 7 0L ** (EJECT)
6.2.2.(VHS) Removal by manual operation by rotating the Loading Motor
with the batteries.
1. Disconnect the AC plug, and remove the Top Panel and
the Front Panel by referring to the Disassembly Procedures.
2. Connect three batteries (1.5V spec.) to the Loading Motor
in series for supplying 4.5V to rotate the Loading Motor as
shown below.
3. Stop unloading just before unloading will be completed as
shown below, and then the tape becomes slack as shown
below.
4. Rotate the S-Reel by a small minus screwdriver to
remove the slack tape as shown below.
5. Then unload again to remove the cassette tape as shown
below.
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6.2.3.(VHS) Take out Cassette Tape manually after removing the mechanism
1. Disconnect the AC plug, and remove the Top Panel, Front
Panel and the Mechanism by referring to "9 Assembling
and Disassembling"
2. Remove the Screw and remove the Loading Motor as
shown below.
3. Rotate the Main Cam Gear counter-clockwise until just
before the unloading will be completed as shown below.
6. Attach Loading Motor and tighten the screw.
7. Set the Position Switch to EJECT POSITION certainly
and attach the mechanism to chassis as shown below.
4. Rotate the Capstan Motor clockwise to remove the slack
tape as shown below.
5. Rotate the Main Cam Gear counter-clockwise again to
remove the cassette-tape as shown below.
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7Service Mode
7.1.(DVD) Self-Diagnosis and Special Mode Setting
7.1.1.(DVD) Self-Diagnosis Functions
Self-Diagnosis Function provides information for errors to service personnel by “Self-Diagnosis Display” when any error has
occurred.
U**, H** and F** are stored in memory and held.
You can check latest error code by transmitting [0] [1] of Remote Controller in Service Mode.
Automatic Display on FL will be cancelled when the power is turned off or AC input is turned off during self-diagnosis display is ON.
Error CodeDiagnosis contentsDescriptionMonitor DisplayAutomatic FL display
U30Remote control code errorDisplay appears when main unit and
remote controller codes are not matched.
U50
(For EG
only)
U59Abnormal inner temperature
U61The unit is carrying out its
Antenna ShortU50 is displayed when a short circuit was
detected at Antenna Input while “Active
Antenna” of “Connection” of “FUNCTION
MENU” is ON,
And then “Active Antenna” is
compulsorily switched to “Off”.
Display appears when internal temperature
detected
recovery process.
of deck reaches limit temperature.
The power is turned off forcibly.
For 30 minutes after this, all key entries are
disabled. (Fan motor operates at the highest speed for the first 5 minutes. For the
remaining 25 minutes, fan motor is also
stopped.) The event is saved in memory as
well.
No display
“*” is remote controller code of the
main unit.
Display for 5 seconds.
“A short circuit was
detected at the
antenna input.
Please check your
antenna.”
No display
U59 is displayed for 30 minutes.
No display
U71HDMI incompatible error
(HDCP incompatible)
U72HDMI connection error
(communication error)
U73HDMI connection error
(authentication error)
U76HDMI connection errorHDMI cannot be output because you are
Display this error when the equipment
(compatible with DVI such as TV, amplifier
etc.) connected to the unit by HDMI is
incompatible with HDCP.
*HDCP=High-bandwidth Digital Content
Protection
This error is displayed when there are any
communication problems with the unit and
the equipments (TV, amplifier etc.) connected to the unit by HDMI. (or when there
is a problem with the HDMI cable)
When authentication error occurs while the
equipments (TV, amplifier etc.) are connected by HDMI. (or when there is a problem with the HDMI cable)
connected to a model that does not support
copyright protection.
Display appears when ST Microprocessor
Communication Error on Timer Bus occurs.
Display appears when ST Microprocessor
Communication Error on DART occurs.
No display
U80 is displayed till [POWER] key is
pressed.
No display
U81 is displayed till [POWER] key is
pressed.
No display
U99Hang-upDisplayed when communication error has
H19 02Inoperative fan motorWhen inoperative fan motor is detected
F00No error informationInitial setting for error code in memory
F34Initialization error when main
microprocessor is started up
for program recording
F58Drive hardware errorWhen drive unit error is detected, the event
F60DVD module has not been
F74HDMI Device Key Communi-
F75HDMI Device Key Information
UNSUPPORT
started.
cation error
error
Unsupported disc error*An unsupported format disc was played,
occurred between Main microprocessor
and Timer microprocessor.
after powered on, the power is turned off
automatically.
The event is saved in memory.
(Error code Initialization is possible with
error code initialization and main unit initialization.)
When initialization error is detected after
starting up main microprocessor for program recording, the power is turned off
automatically.
The event is saved in memory.
is saved in memory.
Defect of Digital P.C.B., defect of regulator
circuit for Digital P.C.B. and so on.
Mode: No change
HDMI connection could not be authenticated due to a transfer malfunction.
Factor of HDMI Device key-road failure
• When HDMI LSI is damaged.
• When the bus line of I2C doesn't operate normally.
• When device key information recorded
is damaged.
HDMI connection could not be authenticated due to an internal data malfunction.
Factor of HDMI Device key-road failure
• When HDMI LSI is damaged.
• When the bus line of I2C doesn't operate normally.
• When device key information recorded
is damaged.
although the drive starts normally.
*The data format is not supported, although
the media type is supported.
*Exceptionally in case of the disc is dirty.
No display
Displayed is left until the [POWER]
key is pressed.
No displayNo display
No displayNo display
No displayNo display
No displayNo display
No display
No display
No display
“This disc is
incompatible.”
Display for 5 seconds.
The character indication flows sideways.
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Error CodeDiagnosis contentsDescriptionMonitor DisplayAutomatic FL display
NO READ Disc read error*A disc is flawed or dirty.
*A poor quality failed to start.
*The track information could not be read.
“Cannot read.
Please check the
disc.”
HARD
ERR
SELF
CHECK
PLEASE
WAIT
UNFORMAT
Drive errorThe drive detected a hard error.“DVD drive error.” Display for 5 seconds.
The character indication flows sideways.
Restoration operationSince the power cord fell out during a
power failure or operation, it is under restoration operation.
*It will OK, if a display disappears automatically. If a display does not disappear, there
is the possibility that defective Digital P.C.B.
/ DVD drive.
Unit is in termination process Unit is in termination process now.
“BYE” is displayed and power will be turned
off.
In case “Quick Start” of setup menu is ON,
it is displayed in restoration operation for
AC off.
Unformatted disc errorYou have inserted an unformatted DVD-
RAM or DVD-RW that is unformatted or
recorded on other equipment.
No display
The character indication flows sideways.
No display
The character indication flows sideways.
The character indication flows sideways.
IR ERRIR communication error[IR ERR] is displayed when communication
No RECRecording is impossible[No REC] is displayed when recording is
HDD
ERROR
HDD NGPower on Stand-by setting
[HDD ERR] is displayed when
start up of HDD was failed.
(Except error of setting of
Power on Stand-by)
error
between Timer microprocessor and IR
microprocessor fails.
impossible due to the defect, dirt or wound
of media.
a) When normal start up was failed.
b) When start up at HDD boot was failed.
c) When start up from state of P-OFF was
failed.
d) When start up from state of HDD SLEEP
was failed.
[HDD ERR] is displayed when above each
start up of HDD was failed.
*In case b), tray opens automatically and
[HDDERR] is displayed until version up
disc is inserted.
[HDD NG] is displayed when power on
Stand-by setting of HDD is NG or when
HDD which power on Stand-by is not set to
is used.
Please try to replace HDD with genuine
HDD as service parts.
No display
No display
No display
No display
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7.1.2.(DVD) Special Modes Setting
ItemFL displayKey operation
Mode nameDescriptionFront Key
TEST Mode*All the main unit's parameters (include tuner)
are initialized.
Rating passwordThe audiovisual level setting password is ini-
tialized to “Level 8”.
Service ModeSetting every kind of modes for servicing.
*Details are described in “7.1.3. (DVD) Ser-vice Mode at a glance”.
Forced disc ejectRemoving a disc that cannot be ejected.
The tray will open and unit will shift to P-off
mode.
*When Timer REC is ON or EXT-LINK is ON,
execute " Forced disc eject " after releasing
Timer REC or EXT-LINK.
*This command is not effective during "Child
lock" is ON.
While Demonstration Lock is being set, this
Forced disc eject function is not accepted.
The display before execution
leaves.
Press [VHS to DVD COPYING],
[REC] and [OPEN/CLOSE] keys
simultaneously for five seconds
when power is off.
Open the tray, set DRIVE SELECT
to DVD, and press [REC] and
[PLAY] simultaneously for 5 seconds.
When the power is off, press [VHS
to DVD COPYING], [OPEN/CLOSE]
and [STOP] keys simultaneously for
5 seconds.
When the power is off, press
[STOP] and [CH UP] keys simultaneously for 5 seconds.
Child lock/unlockSet or release “Child Lock”.Press [OK] and [RETURN] by
NTSC/PAL system select To switch PAL/NTSC alternately.The display before execution
Forced power-offWh en the power button is not effective while
power is ON, turn off the power forcibly.
*When Timer REC is ON or EXT-LINK is ON,
execute “Forced Power-off” after releasing
Timer REC or EXT-LINK.
AgingPerform sequence of modes as * Aging
Description shown below continually.
leaves.
Display in P-off mode.Press [POWER] key over than 4
Display following the then mode.Set DRIVE SELECT to DVD.
remote controller simultaneously
until [X-HOLD] is displayed.
While the power is on (E-E mode),
press [STOP] and [OPEN/CLOSE]
simultaneously for 5 seconds.
seconds.
When the power is ON, press [CH
DOWN], [VHS to DVD COPYING]
and [OPEN/CLOSE] simultaneously for over 5 seconds and less
than 10 seconds.
Note:
If the unit has hung-up because of
pressing keys for over 10 seconds,
once turn off the power, and re-execute this command.
*When releasing Aging mode, press
[POWER] key, AC-OFF.
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ItemFL displayKey operation
Mode nameDescriptionFront Key
Aging Contents (Example):
Demonstration
lock/unlock
Ejection of the disc is prohibited.
The lock setting is effective until unlocking the
tray and not released by “Main unit initialization” of service mode.
*When lock the tray.
When the power is on, press
[STOP] and [POWER] keys simultaneously for 5 seconds in the condition that a disc in the tray.
Note:
“LOCK” is displayed for 3 seconds.
*When unlock the tray.
Time difference between pressing
[STOP] and [POWER] should be
within 0.5 sec.
When the power is on, press
[STOP] and [POWER] keys simultaneously for 5 seconds while the tray
being locked.
Note:
“UNLOCK” is displayed for 3 seconds.
*When press OPEN/CLOSE key
while the tray being locked.
Display “LOCK” for 3 seconds.
ATP re-executionRe-execute ATP.Display at ATP executing.When the power is on (E-E mode),
Progressive initialization The progressive setting is initialized to Inter-
lace.
The display before execution
leaves.
Time difference between pressing
[STOP] and [POWER] should be
within 0.5 sec.
Press [OPEN/CLOSE] key while the
tray being locked.
press [CH UP] and [CH DOWN]
simultaneously for 5 seconds.
When the power is on (E-E mode),
press [STOP] and [VHS to DVD
COPYING] simultaneously for 5
seconds.
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7.1.3.(DVD) Service Modes at a glance
Service mode setting: While the power is off, press [STOP], [VHS to DVD COPYING] and [OPEN / CLOSE] simultaneously for five
seconds.
ItemFL displayKey operation
Mode nameDescription(Remote controller key)
Release ItemsItem of Service Mode executing is cancelled.Press [0] [0] in service mode.
Error Code DisplayLast Error Code of U/H/F held by Timer is dis-
played on FL.
*Details are described in “7.1.1. (DVD) Self-Diagnosis Functions”.
ROM Version Display 1. Region code (displayed for 5 sec.)
2. Main firm version (displayed for 5 sec.)
3. Timer firm version (displayed for 5 sec.)
4. Drive firm version (displayed for 5 sec.)
5. ROM correction version (displayed for 5
sec.)
6. VHS Microprocessor version
(displayed for 5 sec.)
7. VHS ROM correction version
(displayed for 5 sec.)
8. Boot 2 version (displayed for 5 sec.)
9. Boot 3 version (displayed for 5 sec.)
10. ST Microprocessor version (left displayed)
If any error history does not exist,
[F00] is displayed.
1.
*: Region of DVD (Example: 1,2.....)
2.
3.
4.
5.
Press [0] [1] in service mode.
Press [0] [2] in service mode.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
* are version displays.
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ItemFL displayKey operation
Mode nameDescription(Remote controller key)
White Picture OutputWhite picture is output as component Output
from AV Decoder.
*White picture
(Saturation rate : 100%)
*It is enable to switch Interlace/Progressive
by “I/P switch: [1] [4]”
*Initial mode is “Interlace”.Press [1] [1] in service mode.
Switch Interlace/ProgressivePress [1] [4] in White Picture Outpu t
mode.
*I/P are switched alternately.
Magenta Picture Output
RTSC Return in XP
(A & V)
I/P SwitchSwitch Interlace and Progressive in EE mode.
Magenta picture is output with Component
Output from AV Decoder.
*Magenta picture
(Saturation rate: 100%)
*It is enable to switch Interlace/Progressive
by “I/P switch: [1] [4]”
AV1 input signal is encoded (XP), decoded
(XP) and output decoded signal to external
without DISC recording and DISC playback.
*Initial setting is “Interlace”.
*This command is effective during executing
“White Picture Output”, “Magenta Picture Output” and “RTSC Return in XP (A & V)” modes.
*Initial mode is “Interlace”.Press [1] [2] in service mode.
Switch Interlace/ProgressivePress [1] [4] in Magenta Picture
Output mode.
*I/P are switched alternately.
Initial mode: EE2/ Interlace/ XP/
Audio 48kHz
Switch Interlace/ProgressivePress [1] [4] in RTSC Return XP
Audio 44.1 kHz/ 48 kHz SwitchPress [2] [4] in RTSC Return XP
Initial mode is Interlace
Switch Interlace/Progressive
Press [1] [3] in service mode.
mode.
*I/P are switched alternately.
mode.
*48 kHz / 44.1 kHz are switched
alternately.
Press [1] [4] in I/P Switch mode.
*I/P are switched alternately.
Audio Mute (XTMUTE) Check whether mute is applied normally by
the timer microprocessor.
Audio Mute (XDMUTE) Check whether mute is applied normally by
the Digital P.C.B.
Audio Pattern Output The audio pattern stored in the internal mem-
ory is output
(Lch: 1kHz/-18dB)
(Rch: 400Hz/-18dB)
*Audio sound clock switching operation of
DAC can be confirmed by sub command [2]
[4].
Press [2] [1] in service mode.
Press [2] [2] in service mode.
Initial mode (Audio 48kHz)Press [2] [3] in service mode.
Audio 44.1kHz/48kHz switchingPress [2] [4] in Audio Pattern Output
mode.
*48 kHz / 44.1 kHz are switched
alternately.
Inspecting seek time of HDD to inspect performance.
At start
The [*] sign is added every 10 seconds while inspecting.
Two digits on the right side are the
progress level of the inspection (The
unit is %).
Example on the way of inspection:
When HDD is OK after inspection:
Press [3] [1] in service mode.
* When canceling the inspection
mode while executing, do “forced
power-off”.
Method:
Press [POWER] key more than 4
seconds.
(NG is displayed when error is excluding o)
(Transfer rate is calculated from the
AV scanning result, and when it is less
than 35Mbps, NG is displayed.)
$: [X] is displayed when seek time is
over 270msec., there is error or transfer rate is NG.
Position at $ is space when excluding
those.
##: Number of data of over 100msec.
and less than 270msec.
When it is over 100, [99] is displayed.
When the number is less than 5, we
judge it normal.
Measure of access time in READ VERIFY
MODE of HDD.
At start
The [*] sign is added every 10 seconds while inspecting.
Two digits on the right side are the
progress level of the inspection (The
unit is %).
Example on the way of inspection:
When HDD is OK after inspection:
Press [3] [2] in service mode.
* When canceling the inspection
mode while executing, do “forced
power-off”.
Method:
Press [POWER] key more than 4
seconds.
HDD Spin-up timeThe accumulation value of the Spin-up time of
HDD is displayed.
(NG is displayed when error is excluding o)
(Transfer rate is calculated from the
AV scanning result, and when it is less
than 35Mbps, NG is displayed.)
$: [X] is displayed when seek time is
over 270msec., there is error or transfer rate is NG.
Position at $ is space when excluding
those.
##: Number of data of over 100msec.
and less than 270msec.
When it is over 100, [99] is displayed.
When the number is less than 5, we
judge it normal.
Press [3] [3] in service mode.
Spin-up time of HDD is displayed.
(The unit of display is second.)
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ItemFL displayKey operation
Mode nameDescription(Remote controller key)
HDD Simple AV Scan Simple AV scan check of HDD
The [*] sign is added every 10 seconds while inspecting.
Two digits on the right side are the
progress level of the inspection (The
unit is %).
Example on the way of inspection:
When HDD is OK after inspection:
Press [3] [6] in service mode.
HDD CheckSimple quality judgement of HDD
When HDD is NG after inspection:
[*] is the number of data of NG.
Press [3] [7] in service mode.
When HDD is OK:
When HDD is NG:
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ItemFL displayKey operation
Mode nameDescription(Remote controller key)
HDD/ DVD Drive Simple Check
Check if HDD Self-Diagnosis test was performed or Drive last error occurred within 4
weeks.
* If the current date or the date when the error
occurred is wrong, correct judgement may not
be made.
HDD Self-Diagnosis test start.
When HDD Self-Diagnosis test result
is OK.
When HDD Self-Diagnosis test result
is NG.
When the drive malfunction was
detected within 4 weeks ago.
When the drive malfunction was
detected more than 4 weeks ago or
Drive last error data does not exist.
Press [3] [8] in service mode.
Laser Used Time Indication
Delete the Laser Used
Time
Check laser used time (hours) of drive.
Laser used time stored in the memory of the
unit is deleted.
[HDD OK] from [DRV OK] are repeatedly displayed in turn.
Press [4] [1] in service mode.
• (*****) is the used time display in
hour.
• Laser used time of DVD/ CD in
Playback/Recording mode is
counted.
Press [9] [5] in service mode.
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ItemFL displayKey operation
Mode nameDescription(Remote controller key)
DVD Drive Last Error DVD Drive error code display.
*For details about the drive error code, refer
to the Service Manual for the specific DVD
Drive.
1. Error Number is displayed for 5 seconds.
2.The date when the error has
occurred is displayed for 5 seconds.
YY: Year
MM: Month
DD: Day
3. Last Drive Error (1/2) is displayed
for 5 seconds.
4. Last Drive Error (2/2) is displayed
for 5 seconds.
Press [4] [2] in service mode.
When “INFO******” is being displayed, past 19 error histories can
be displayed by pressing [0] [1] - [1]
[9]
Delete the Last Drive
Error
Laser power confirmation
Delete the Last Drive Error information stored
on the DVD Drive.
Drive state is judged based on difference
between laser power value at shipping and
present laser power value.
5. Error occurring Disc type is displayed for 5 seconds.
6. Disc Maker ID is displayed for 5
seconds.
7. Factor of Drive Error occurring is left
displayed
* is judgement result
In case that the maker cannot be
identified, display is black out.
Press [9] [6] in service mode.
1. into
DVD Drive in service mode.
(Other media are assumed to
be non-correspondence.)
2. Press [4] [4].
If DVD-RAM disc in not inserted, [NO
DISC] is displayed.
If power value study was filed,
[ERROR] is displayed.
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ItemFL displayKey operation
Mode nameDescription(Remote controller key)
Turn on all FL/LEDsAll segments of FL and all LEDs are turned
on.
PB HIGH Signal Output
8 pin of AV 1 Jack (PB HIGH terminal) is High
(approx. 11V DC).
All segments are turned on.Press [5] [1] in service mode.
Press [5] [2] in service mode.
PB MIDDLE Signal
Output
Front connection
inspection
CEC (H) outputCheck of the CEC terminal high output of
CEC (L) outputCheck of the CEC terminal low output of
8 pin of AV 1 Jack (PB HIGH terminal) is Mid-
dle (approx. 5.5V DC)
Press all front keys and check the connection
between Main P.C.B. and Front key Switches.
HDMI.
HDMI.
(1) Each time a key is pressed, segment turned on increases one by one.
(2) Total umber of keys that have been
pressed.
When the check is OK.
When the check is NG.
When the check is OK.
Press [5] [3] in service mode.
Press [5] [4] in service mode.
Press [5] [5] in service mode.
Press [5] [6] in service mode.
Production Date Display
Display the accumulated working time
Display the date when the unit was produced.
Display the accumulated unit's working time.
When the check is NG.
Press [6] [1] in service mode.
YY: Year
MM: Month
DD: Day
Press [6] [4] in service mode.
(Indicating unit: Second)
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ItemFL displayKey operation
Mode nameDescription(Remote controller key)
Display the Error History
Display the Error History stored on the unit.Display reason of error for 5 seconds.
01:
Defect of Digital P.C.B.
(AV DEC / MAIN CPU)
02:
Defect of DVD Drive.
03:
Defect of Disc.
04:
Defect of Digital P.C.B. or Communication Error.
05:
Defect of Digital P.C.B.
(AV DEC / MAIN CPU)
06:
Defect of HDD.
Display the time when the error has
occurred for 5 seconds.
Press [6] [5] in service mode.
Then press [0] [1] ~ [9] [9], the past
99 error histories are displayed.
Delete the Error History
SD card WRITE check Delete Error History information stored on the
Delete Error History information stored on the
unit.
unit.
DD: Day
hh: Hour
mm: Minute
Accumulated working time till occurring of the error is left displayed.
(Indicating unit: Second)
When the WRITE check is OK.
When the WRITE check is NG.
*Note:
The image stored in the SD card will
be erased.
Press [9] [7] in service mode.
Insert a SD card to SD card slot,
and press [7] [4] in service mode.
*Insert SD card while the power is
off.
*Check for [CARD SD] display on
the FL display and go on the procedure.
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ItemFL displayKey operation
Mode nameDescription(Remote controller key)
USB checkDisplay the volume label of the USB memory. When USB memory is not connected.
Press [7] [5] in service mode.
AV4(V)/AV1(RGB) I/O
Setting
AV2(Y/C)/AV1(V) I/O
Setting
AV2(V)/AV1(Y/C) I/O
Setting
Set input to AV4 (V) and set output to AV1
(RGB) for I/O checking
Set input to AV2 (Y/C) and set output to AV1
(V) for I/O checking
Set input to AV2 (V) and set output to AV1 (Y/
C) for I/O checking
When USB check is OK.
[*] is volume label.
Example of volume label is
[PANASONIC] :
When USB check is NG.
* Insert USB memory.
Press [8] [0] in service mode.
Press [8] [1] in service mode.
Press [8] [2] in service mode.
AV2(RGB)/AV1(V) I/O
Setting
P50(H) OutputTimer Microprocessor IC9701-76 output High
Press [9] [1] in service mode
*When releasing this mode, press
the [POWER] button of Remote
Controller more than 4 seconds.
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ItemFL displayKey operation
Mode nameDescription(Remote controller key)
Error code initialization Initialization of the last error code held by
timer (Write in F00)
Press [9] [8] in service mode.
Initialize ServiceLast Drive Error, Error history and Error
Codes stored on the unit are initialized to factory setting.
Finishing service mode Release Service Mode.Display in STOP (E-E) mode.Press power button on the front
Press [9] [9] in service mode.
panel or Remote controller in service mode.
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7.2.(VHS) Self-Diagnosis and Special Mode Setting
7.2.1.(VHS) Special Modes Setting
Note:
Set DRIVE SELECT to VHS.
ItemFL displayKey operation
Mode nameDescriptionFront Key
Tracking CenterTape Tracking is adjusted to center
FIX position.
VHS Service ModeIn order to make service easy, a part
of inside information of a microprocessor is displayed on FIP.
*Details are described in “7.2.2.(VHS) Service Mode”.
No displayDuring PLAYBACK, press [CH UP]
and [CH DOWN] keys simultaneously.
Press [STOP], and [EJECT] keys
simultaneously for 3 seconds when
power is off.
Releasing EXT LINK and
Timer Program
EjectEjecting Cassette TapeNo displayWhile in other than Timer REC mode,
Releasing Continuation EXT LINK
and Timer Program
No displayWhile in EXT LINK and Timer REC
mode, press [STOP] key for 3 seconds.
press [STOP] key for 3 seconds or
press [STOP] key of the Remote Controller for 3 seconds.
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7.2.2.(VHS) Service Modes
1. Set DRIVE SELECT to VHS.
2. When power is off, press [STOP] and [EJECT] keys simultaneously for 3 seconds to into Service Mode.
3. In service mode, press [STOP] and [EJECT] keys simultaneously to add Service Number.
Service
Mode
Number
0Indication for the
1Indication for the
2Indication for the
3Self-diagnosis his-
4Self-diagnosis his-
5Self-diagnosis his-
6Indication for the
7Manual mecha-
ContentsContents of Indication on minuteContents of Indication on secondRemarks
inner data of
IC6001
inner data of
IC6001
inner data of
IC6001
tory (1st)
tory (2nd)
tory (3rd)
inner data of
IC6001
nism operation
VHS mode
(Real time)
Tape beginning and ending detection
data (Real time)
00: Both tape beginning and ending
have not been detected
01: Tape ending is detecting now
02: Tape beginning is detecting now
03: Both tape beginning and ending
are detecting now
Mechanism position (Real time)Ordering for the Motors (Real time) The following functions are prohib0L: EJECT position
02: DOWN position
03: RREW position
04: LOAD position
05: REV position
06: PLAY position
07: POFF position
08: STOP_R position
09: STOP_F position
0 - : FF/REW position
0_ : Intermediate between each
positions
1st history of error number"- -" is displayed.
2nd history of error number"- -" is displayed
3rd history of error number"- -" is displayed
Servo data (4 digits)
(Real time)
Mechanism position (Real time)Ordering for the MotorsPress the following key;
0L: EJECT position
02: DOWN position
03: RREW position
04: LOAD position
05: REV position
06: PLAY position
07: POFF position
08: STOP_R position
09: STOP_F position
0 - : FF/REW position
0 _: Intermediate between each
positions
Process number of the mechanism
movement
(Real time)
Key code
(Real time)
Indicate the receiving code when the
key of VCR or remote controller
being operated.
0*, 2*: CYL off,
CAP off
1*: CYL off,
CAP on (fwd)
3*: CYL off,
CAP on (rev)
8*, A*: CYL on,
CAP off
9*: CYL on,
CAP on (fwd)
B*: CYL on,
CAP on (rev)
*0: Motor off
*1: Loading
*2: Unloading
*3: Break (Load + Unload)
0*, 2*: CYL off,
CAP off
1*: CYL off,
CAP on (fwd)
3*: CYL off,
CAP on (rev)
8*, A*: CYL on,
CAP off
9*: CYL on,
CAP on (fwd)
B*: CYL on,
CAP on (rev)
*0: Motor off
*1: Loading
*2: Unloading
*3: Break (Load + Unload)
ited to operate the mechanism without cassette tape.
lTape beginning and ending detection.
lReel lock detection
lTape detection and tape position
detection
Press the EJET key for over 3 seconds in this mode, and then the VCR
is shifted into the special modes,
such as PG Adjustment, Model Code
Setting, and so on.
The orders for the motors are as follows.
PLAY key : Loading
STOP key : Unloading
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7.2.3.(VHS) Self-Diagnosis Functions
This model has a self-diagnosis. If the VHS section detects trouble during i nstallation or during use, the power is automatically
turned off or become power-save mode and it is memorized into the EEPROM (IC9705) as error code of two-digit number. It's memorized error code can be displayed in "second" display portion (the last 2 digits of the FIP) by placing the unit is Service Mode Number 2 when turning on Service Information Display as for example "01" or "02" etc as below. If a second error occurs, the most
recent error will be memorized and can be displayed in Service Mode Number 2. It can be memorized until 3 self-diagnosis histories
in maximum.
In order to erase the memorized error code, press STOP and EJECT buttons on the F ront Panel simultaneously over 5 seconds
during turning on Service Information Display mode.
7.2.3.1.Memory of the self-diagnosis history
*This is effective only in Service Mode 3, 4, 5.
7.2.3.1.1.Erro r Numbers at a glance
Memory No. (Error Code)Reason
01The cylinder could not be started. (Error of the cylinder or the cylinder driver.)
02The CAP FG could not be detected.
03Mechanism lock during without the unloading and the cassette-up.
04Mechanism lock during unloading
05S-reel pulse cannot be detected during unloading. (Error of the S-reel circuit or the Capstan circuit)
06Mechanism lock during the Cassette-up.
09Communication error between VHS Microprocessor (IC6001) and Timer Microprocessor (IC9701).
15S-reel pulse cannot be detected when a cassette tape is inserted.
(Error of the S-reel circuit or the Capstan circuit)
16Detection of the Cylinder lock during the constant rotation
17Detection of S-reel lock during the constant tape running
18Detection of T-reel lock during the constant tape running
2*
Refer to following Note
80An exceptional ejection depends on a accidental error
An error while the PG Automatic Adjustment
Note:
2* is as follows.
20NG1 in the PG Shifter Automatic Adjustment (The cylinder rotation is unstable during the automatic adjustment.)
21NG2 in the PG Shifter Automatic Adjustment (The vertical sync signal is lacked while over 5 seconds on the alignment tape.)
22NG3 in the PG Shifter Automatic Adjustment (The installing position of Heads to the cylinder is our of specification.
23NG4 in the PG Shifter Automatic Adjustment (The servo is not locked to the cylinder for more than 10 seconds)
7.2.3.1.2.Memory for the self-diagnosis history
1. The self-diagnosis result is memorized the state of the moment of detecting.
2. There are the histories from number 1 to number 3.
3. The latest error is memorized on history number 1, and then the old histories are shifted to the history number 2 and 3.
The error code memorized in the history number 2 and 3 is over-written by shift.
4. If the latest error is the same with the history number 1 (2nd-latest), it is not memorized.
(The same error code is not memorized in succession)
7.2.3.1.3.Clear for the self-diagnosis history
1. Press FF and EJECT buttons on the VCR simultaneously over 5 seconds during turning on Service Information Display mode.
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7.2.3.1.4.Indication of the self-diagnosis history.
The self-diagnosis histories can be indicated on the FIP with Service Mode number 3 to 5.
The procedure of service mode setting and indication format are the same as usual.
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8Service Fixture & Tools
(For DVD)
Part NumberDescriptionCompatibility
RFKZ0168Extension Cable (Digital IF P.C.B. - Fan Motor / 3 Pin)Same as EZ48V Series
VFK1729Extension Cable (Digital IF P.C.B. - Main P.C.B. / 13 Pin)Same as EZ48V Series
RFKZ0216Extension Cable (Main P.C.B. - Digital IF P.C.B. / 23 Pin / 40 mm)Same as EZ48V Series
RFKZ0240Extension Cable (Main P.C.B. - Digital IF P.C.B. / 19 Pin / 40 mm×2)Same as EZ48V Series
RFKZ0215Extension Cable (Main P.C.B. - Front Jack P.C.B. / 12 Pin)Same as EZ48V Series
RFKZ0169Extension Cable (Digital IF P.C.B. - HDD / 4 Pin)Same as EH49 Series
RFKZ0260Extension Cable (Digital IF P.C.B. - Digital P.C.B. / 88 Pin)Same as EZ48V Series
RFKZ0455Extension Cable (Digital P.C.B. - HDD / 7 Pin)Same as EX795 Series
RFKZ03D01KSLead Free Solder (0.3mm/100g Reel)Same as EZ48V Series
RFKZ06D01KSLead Free Solder (0.6mm/100g Reel)Same as EZ48V Series
RFKZ10D01KSLead Free Solder (1.0mm/100g Reel)Same as EZ48V Series
RFKZ0316Solder Remover (Lead free low temperature Solder/50g)Same as EZ48V Series
RFKZ0328FluxSame as EZ48V Series
(For VHS)
Part NumberDescriptionCompatibility
VFJ8125H3FPAL VHS Alignment TapeSame as EZ48V Series
VFK0329Post Adjustment ScrewdriverSame as EZ48V Series
VFK0330Fine Adjustment Gear DriverSame as EZ48V Series
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9Disassembly and Assembly Instructions
9.1.Disassembly Flow Chart
The following chart is the procedure for disassembling the casing and inside parts for internal inspection when carrying out the servicing.
To assemble the unit, reverse the steps shown in the chart below.
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9.2.P.C.B. Positions
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9.3.Caution with inserting cassette tape when disassembling the unit
Note1:
For description of the disassembling procedure, see the section 9.4.
Note2:
Video Cassette might not enter when a strong lighting is applied to VHS Mechanism when Video Cassette is inse rted. Please
weaken the lighting or cover with the top panel etc.
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9.4.Top Case
1. Remove 4 Screws (A) and 3 Screws (B).
2. Slide Top Case rearward and open th e both ends at rear
side of the Top Case a littl e and lift the Top Case in the
direction of the arrows.
3. Make the unit turn inside out, push the tabs (E) - (H) by
(-) screwdriver while pulling Front Panel in the direction of
arrow.
Note:
When attaching Front Panel, in order to hook Opener Lever
to Blinder Panel, push up Blinder Panel in the direction of
arrow and insert a Front Panel.
9.5.Front Panel
1. Remove one Screw (A).
2. Unlock 4 tabs in (A) - (D) turn.
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9.6.Front Jack P.C.B., FL Drive
P.C.B.
9.6.1.Front Jack P.C.B.
1. Remove 5 Tabs to remove Front Jack P.C.B.
9.6.2.FL Drive P.C.B.
1. Remove 3 Screws (A) and 2 Tabs to remove FL Drive
P.C.B.
2. Attach Tray Door in order from to .
: Put the Tray Door Spring on the Front Panel.
: Insert the shaft in the hole.
: Insert the shaft in the hole.
9.6.3.How to assemble Tray Door
1. Attach Tray Door Spring to T ray Door as following.
3. Confirm the Tray Door Spring is atta ched as following.
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9.6.4.Assembly of Blinder Panel and
Blinder Spring
Step 1: Insert Blinder Spring into shaft of Blinder Panel.
Step 3: Slide Blinder Panel into shaft hole of Front Panel.
Step 4: Slide down Blinder Panel to touch the shaft on top of
the rib.
Step 2: Hook Blinder Spring to bottom of the shaft.
Step 5: Press center of Blinder Panel and bow down.
Step 6: Push shaft into shaft hole.
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9.7.VHS Mechanism Unit
1. Disconnect 3 Connectors (P2501, P4002 and P6531).
3. Lift up VHS Mechanism Unit perpendicularly so to disconnect Connectors (P2571 and P3001).
9.7.1.Caution for attaching VHS Mechanism Unit
1. Because Position SW should be set to "Eje ct Position",
refer to Fig.(A) and set the position switch so that the
boss and arrow mark come on a straight line.
2. Attach VHS Mechanism Unit so that Boss of Position SW
is put into long hole of Main Cam Gear, refer to Fig. (B).
Note:
Pay attention to stiff connections of P2571 and P4001,
when removing VHS Mechanism Unit.
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9.8.RAM/Digital P.C.B. Module
1. Remove the 3 Screws (A) to remove DVD Drive.
3. Remove 3 Screws (B) and 4 Connectors to remove the
Digital P.C.B.
4. Put Digital P.C.B. on DVD drive and remove RAM/Digital
P.C.B. Module.
2. Remove the Digital Barrier.
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Note:
RAM/Digital P.C.B. Module as service part has no Heat
Transfer Sheet.
Before returning to customer, Heat Transfer Sheet and
Sheet cover should be installed on Digital P.C.B.
9.9.SD/ USB P.C.B.
1. Remove 2 Screws (A) to remove USB Angle.
2. Make the USB Angle turn inside out.
Remove 2 Screws (B) to Remove SD/ USB P.C.B.
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9.10.Rear Panel, Fan Motor
9.10.1.Only Fan Motor
1. Disconnect Fan Connector.
2. Remove 2 Screws (A) to remove Fan Motor.
9.11.HDMI P.C.B.
1. Pull out the HDMI P.C.B. in the direction of arrow.
9.10.2.Rear Panel with Fan Motor
1. Disconnect Fan Connector.
2. Remove 8 Screws (B) and 2 Screws (C).
3. Unlock 2 Locking Tabs (A) to remove Rear Panel with
Fan Motor.
9.12.Digital IF P.C.B.
1. Remove 4 Screws (A) to remove DVD Angle.
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2. Disconnect 4 Connectors, HDD Power Cable and remove
2 Screws (B) to remove the Digital IF P.C.B.
9.13.HDD
1. Remove 2 Screws (A) on Rear Panel.
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2. Remove 3 Screws (B) and disconnect HDD Power Cable
and SATA Cable to remove HDD with HDD Bracket.
9.14.Backend P.C.B.
1. Pull out the Backend P.C.B. in the direction of arrows.
3. Put HDD up and down inversely so as not to give a shock
to HDD.
4. Remove 4 Screws (C) to remove HDD from HDD Bracket.
9.15.Main P.C.B.
1. Disconnect 4 Connectors.
2. Remove 2 Screws (A) and remove Main P.C.B.
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10 Measurements and Adjustments
10.1.Service Positions
Note:
For description of the disassembling procedure, see the section 9.
10.1.1.Checking and Repairing of Dig. Interface P.C.B.
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10.1.2.Checking and Repairing of Main P.C.B.
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10.1.3.Checking and Repairing of RAM/Digital P.C.B. Module
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10.1.4.Checking and Repairing of HDD
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10.2.Caution for Replacing Parts
10.2.1.Notice after replacing RAM/Digital P.C.B. Module
[TM AV1] is displayed, after replacing Digital P.C.B. or RAM/Digital P.C.B. Module.
Once power off, and start up again.
10.2.2.Items that should be done after replacing parts
*Note1:
Resetting objectCondition of powerShort Terminal
IC6001POWER ONTL6004 (Reset L) and TL6002 (GND)
*Note2:
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*Note3:
Please prepare latest firmware updating disc.
* Main Firm is being recorded in HDD, but new HDD has no data.
Writing Procedure of Main Firm:
<<Caution>>
(1) Writing of Main Firm needs 3, 4 minutes.
(2) Never cut the power of DVD Recorder until writing in Firmware ends.
(3) Initial settings and contents of reservation will not change if writing is normally completed.
1. Prepare updating disc for firm ware.
2. Replace HDD.
3. Turn on power of DVD Recorder.
4. After [PLEASE WAIT] is displayed on FL., [HDD ERR] is displayed on FL.
5. Tray opens automatically.
6. Insert updating disc for Firmware and press OPEN/CLOSE key. (If a wrong disc was inserted, [NG DISK] [NO FVU] is displayed on FL.)
7. [LOAD] → [LD FVU] ←→ [M_FIRM] are displayed on FL alternately.
8. [MAIN] ←→ [UPD OK] blink alternately and Tray opens. Take out disc (Writing was finished).
9. Press Power button to turn off power.
10. Press Power button to turn on power.
1 1. [HELLO] → [SELF CHECK] are displayed on FL.
12. [UNFORMAT] is displayed on FL.
13. After [UNFORMAT] was displayed, message to request FORMAT is displayed on TV screen.
14. Select [Yes] and press [ENTER] key to format HDD.
(After FORMAT, program in HDD will be lost, but Main firm will not be lost.
“Write of the main farm" is completed above.
* Drive firm is not updated by above operation. If you wish update Drive firm, please prepare the disc for latest firmware update,
and write it again.
* If the version of the firm you have prepared was same as or later than that has already been written in deck, 'UNSUPPORT' is
displayed on FL.
* In a usual updating of firmware, writing is not performed when the timer reservation standby was not released.
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*Note4:
PG Shifter Automatic Adjustment Procedure
PROCEDUREF.I.P. DISPLAY
Turn on the Service Mode.
1. Set Drive Select to VHS and press the [STOP] and [EJECT] key simultaneously for more
than 3 seconds.
Activate the Service Mode 2. (Auto tracking will be turned off)
2. Press the [STOP] and [EJECT] key simultaneously twice.
Put it in PG adjustment mode.
3. Press the [EJECT] key for more than 3 seconds.
Set it adjustment No.1.
4. Press the [CH UP] key once.
Insert the alignment cassette tape (VFM8125H3F).
5. The PG Shifter Adjustment starts automatically.
6.This value displays that PG Adjustment data is memorized in EEPROM.For example:
SuccessCassette tape is ejected automatically.
Result
NG1 in the PG Shifter Automatic Adjustment
(The cylinder rotation is unstable during the automatic
Error
Exit from Service Mode.
7. Press [STOP] and [EJECT] keys simultaneously in 6 times.
*Then the FIP becomes normal indication.
adjustment.)
NG2 in the PG Shifter Automatic Adjustment
(The vertical sync signal is lacked while over 5 seconds
on the alignment tape.)
NG3 in the PG Shifter Automatic Adjustment
(The installing position of Heads to the cylinder is out of
specification.)
NG4 in the PG Shifter Automatic Adjustment
(The servo is not locked to the cylinder for more than 10
seconds)
(Normal Indication)
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*Note5:
X-VALUE & LINEARITY (P2 and P3 Posts) Adjustment Procedure
1. Set the Auto Tracking to off.
(1) Set Drive Select to VHS and press the [STOP] and [EJECT] keys simultaneously for more than 3 seconds to enter Service
Mode.
(2) Press [STOP] and [EJECT] keys simultaneously twice to activate Service Mode 2, and then Auto-Tracking is turned off.
2. Perform the X-VALUE ADJUSTMENT
X-VALUE ADJUSTMENT
(1) After turning off the Auto tracking, playback the alignment Tape and press [CH UP] and [CH DOWN] keys simultaneously
to adjust the tracing to FIX value.
(2) Adjust A/C Head Base so that the envelope becomes maximum level.
(It is described on “5-2. Tape Interchangeability in “R4 Mechanism” that is separated volume.)
Alignment TapeVFM8125H3F
Test Point of Playback EnvelopeTW3001 (or TW4502)
LINEARITY ADJUSTMENT
(1) After turning off the Auto tracking, playback the alignment Tape and press [CH UP] and [CH DOWN] keys simultaneously
to adjust the tracing to FIX value.
(2) Adjust the LINEARITY so that the envelope is flat when moving tracking to (+) and (-) directions.
Alignment TapeVFM8125H3F
Test Point of Playback EnvelopeTW3001 (or TW4502)
l Main symptoms and Adjustment point
EnvelopePost NameAdjustment Method
P2 PostTurn P2 Post counter-clockwise
P2 PostTurn P2 Post clockwise
P3 PostTurn P3 Post clockwise
P3 PostTurn P3 Post counter-clockwise
(Approx. 1/2 revolution)
(Approx. 1/4 revolution)
(Approx. 1/2 revolution)
(Approx. 1/4 revolution)
P2 PostP3 PostTurn P2 Post clockwise
(Less than 1 revolution)
Turn P3 Post counter-clockwise
(Less than 1 revolution)
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10.3.(DVD) St andard Inspection Specifications after Making Repairs
After making repairs, we recommend performing the following inspection, to check normal operation.
No.ProcedureItem to Check
1Turn on the power, and confirm items pointed out.Items pointed out should reappear.
2Insert RAM disc.The Panasonic RAM disc should be recognized.
3Enter the EE (TU IN / AV IN - AV OUT) mode.No abnormality should be seen in the picture, sound or operation.
4Model with the HDD: Perform self-recor ding and playback for one
minute using the HDD.
5Perform copy a progra m to disc and playback for one minute using
the RAM discs.
6If a problem is caused by a VCD, DVD-R, DVD-Video, Audio-CD, or
MP3, playback the test disc.
7Models with SD Card Slot, USB Input Jack or DV Input Jack: In
case of that the trouble is caused by SD Card and/or USB terminal
and/or DV terminal.
8After checking and making repairs, upgrade the firmwar e to the lat-
est version.
9Transfer [9][9] in the service mode setting, and initialize the service
settings (return various settings and error information to their
default values. The laser time is not included in this initialization).
No abnormality should be seen in the picture, sound or operation.
No abnormality should be seen in the picture, sound or operation.
*Panasonic DVD-RAM discs should be used when copying and
playback.
No abnormality should be seen in the picture, sound or operation.
Models with SD Card or USB Input Jack or DV Input Jack;
1) SD Card: Check to be able to display and copy the picture.
2) USB terminal: Check to be able to display and copy the picture.
3) DV terminal: Check to be able to record from DVC.
Make sure that [FIRM_SUCCESS] appears in the FL displays.
*[UNSUPPORT] display means the unit is already updated to newest same version. Then version up is not necessary.
Make sure that [CLR] appears in the FL display.
After checking it, turn the power off.
Use the following checklist to establish the judgement criteria for the picture and sound.
ItemContentsCheckItemContentsCheck
Picture
Block noise
Crosscut noiseNoise (static, background noise, etc.)
Dot noiseThe sound level is too low.
Picture disruptionThe sound level is too high.
Not bright enoughThe sound level changes.
Too bright
Flickering color
Color fading
Sound
Distorted sound
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Table of contents
Service Manual
DSD1003007CE
Diagrams and Replacement
Parts List
Vol. 1
(K)...........Black Type
Colour
(S)...........Silver Type (only EX99VEG)
Model No.
DMR-EX99VEG
DMR-EX99VEB
DVD Recorder
Name of Signal
OFTR
FEP
This signal is connected
to the FEP schematic diagram.
Circuit name being connected.
6.Use the parts number indicated on the Replacement Parts List .
7.Indication on Schematic diagrams:
5.The voltage being indicated here may be include observational-error (deviation) due to
internal-resistance and/or reactance of equipment. Therefore, handle the value
indicated on here as reference.
4.Although the voltage and waveform available on here is measured with standard frame,
it may be differ from actual measurement due to modification of circuit and so on.
3.The voltage being indicated on the schematic diagram is measured in
"Standard-Playback" mode when there is no specify mode is mentioned.
2.It is only the "Test Round" and no terminal (Pin) is available on the P.C.B.
when the TP (Test Point) indicated as "" mark.
1.Although reference number of the parts is indicated on the P.C.B. drawing and/or
schematic diagrams, it is NOT mounted on the P.C.B. when it is displayed with "$" mark.
FOR SAFETY. WHEN REPLACING ANY OF THESE COMPONENTS USE ONLY THE SAME TYPE.
COMPONENTS IDENTIFIED WITH THE MARKHAVE THE SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
S1. About Indication of The Schematic Diagram
S1.1. Important Safety Notice
S1. About Indication of The Schematic Diagram ............................ S-1
S1.1. Important Safety Notice......................................................... S-1
S2. Voltage and Waveform Chart ................................................... S-2
S8.4. Packing Parts and Accessories Section ............................ S-106
S-1
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S2. Voltage and Waveform Chart
Note) Indicated voltage values are the standard values for the unit measured by the DC electronic circuit tester (high-impedance) with the chassis taken as standard.
Therefore, there may exist some errors in the voltage values, depending on the internal impedance of the DC circuit tester.