Panasonic SAVK-960-GC, SAVK-960-GCS, SAVK-960-GS, SAVK-960-GCT Service manual

DVD Stereo System

SA-VK960GC SA-VK960GCS SA-VK960GCT SA-VK960GS

Colour (K)... Black Type

ORDER NO. MD0707009CE

Notes: This model’s DVD changer mechanism unit is CRS1D. Please refer to the original Service Manual (Order No. MD0603065A3) for this mechanism.

Specifications

Q AMPLIFIER SECTION

RMS Output Power: Dolby Digital Mode

OFront Ch (High Ch) 110 W per channel (3 Ω), 1 kHz,

10% THD

OFront Ch (Low Ch) 55 W per channel (6 Ω), 100 Hz,

10% THD

OSurround Ch 110 W per channel (3 Ω), 1 kHz,

10% THD

OCenter Ch 110 W per channel (3 Ω), 1 kHz,

10% THD

OSubwoofer Ch 110 W per channel (3 Ω), 100 Hz,

10% THD

OTotal RMS Dolby Digital mode power

PMPO output power 10000 W

Q FM/AM TUNER, TERMINALS SECTION

Preset station FM 20 stations

AM 15 stations

Frequency Modulation (FM)

OFrequency range 87.50 to 108.00 MHz (50 kHz

OSensitivity 4.0 µV (IHF) OS/N 26 dB 2.2 µV OAntenna terminals 75 Ω (unbalanced)

Amplitude Modulation (AM)

880 W

step)

SA-VK960GC / SA-VK960GCS / SA-VK960GCT / SA-VK960GS

OFrequency range 522 to 1629 kHz (9 kHz step)

520 to 1630 kHz (10 kHz step)

AM Sensitivity S/N 20 dB at 999 kHz

1000 µV/m

Music Port input jack

OSensitivity 100 mV, 4.7 kΩ OTerminal Stereo, 3.5 mm jack

Phone jack

OTerminal Stereo, 3.5 mm jack

Mic jack

OSensitivity 0.7 mV, 600 Ω OTerminal Mono, 6.3 mm jack (2 system)

AUX

OSensitivity 2V,8kΩ OTerminal Stereo, RCA jack

USB Port

OUSB standard USB 2.0 full speed OMedia file format support MP3 (*.mp3)

WMA (*.wma)

JPEG (*.jpg, *.jpeg)

MPEG4 (*.asf)

OUSB device file system FAT12, FAT16, FAT32 OUSB port power 500 mA (Max)

Q CASSETTE DECK SECTION

OType 1 way, Auto Reverse OTrack system 4-T rack, 2 Cha nne l

Heads

ORecord/Playback Solid permalloy head OErasure Double gap ferrite head

Motor DC servo moto Recording system AC bias 100 kHz Erasing system AC erase 100 kHz Tape speed 4.8 cm/s Overall frequency response (+3, -6 dB) at DECK OUT

ONormal 35 Hz to 14 kHz

S/N ratio 50 dB (A weighted) Wow and flutter 0.18% (WRMS) Fast forward and rewind time

Approx. 120 seconds with C-60 cassette tape

Q VIDEO SECTION

Video system PAL625/50, PAL525/60, NTSC Composite video output

OOutput level 1 Vp-p (75 Ω) OTerminal Pinjack(1system)

Component video output [NTSC: 480p/480i, PAL: 576p/576i]

OY output level 1 Vp-p (75 Ω) OPBoutput level 0.7Vp-p(75Ω) OPRoutput level 0.7Vp-p(75Ω) OTerminal

Pin jack (Y: green, PB:blue,PR:red)(1system)

Q DISC SECTION

Disc played [8 cm or 12 cm]

(1) DVD (DVD-Video, DivX

#6, #7

)

(2) DVD-RAM (DVD-VR, JPEG

)

(3) DVD-R (DVD-Video, DVD-VR, JPEG

#6,#7

DivX

)

#4,#7

,MP3

#2,#7

# 4, #7,

, MPEG4

#2,#7

MP3

#5,#7

, DivX

, MPEG4

#6,

#5,#7

(4) DVD-R DL (DVD-Video, DVD-VR) (5) DVD-RW (DVD-Video, DVD-VR, JPEG

#6,#7

, DivX

)

#4,#7

,MP3

#2,#7

, MPEG4

#5,

(6) +R/+RW (Video) (7) +R DL (Video) (8) CD,CD-R/RW [CD-DA, Video CD, SVCD#1,MP3

JPEG

#4,#7

, MPEG4

#5,#7

, DivX

#6,#7

, HighMAT Level 2 (Audio and

#2,#7

,WMA

#3,#7

Image)]

Conforming to IEC62107

MPEG-1 Layer 3, MPEG-2 Layer 3

Windows Media Audio Ver. 9.0 L3

Not compatible with Multiple Bit Rate (MBR)

Exif Ver 2.1 JPEG Baseline files Picture resolution: between 160 x 120 and 6144 x 4096 pixels (Sub sampling is 4:0:0, 4:2:0, 4:2:2 or 4:4:4). Extremely long and

narrow pictures may not be displayed.

MPEG4 data recorded with the Panasonic SD multi cameras or DVD video recorders.

Conforming to SD VIDEO specifications (ASF standard) / MPEG4 (Simple Profile) video system/ G.726 audio system.

Plays all versions of DivX®video (including DivX®6) with standard playback of DivX

media files. Certified to the DivX Stereo System

Profile.

The total combined maximum number of recognizable audio, picture and video contents and groups: 4000 audio, picture and video contents and 400 groups.

Pick up

Wavelength

OCD 785 nm ODVD 662 nm

Laser power

OCD CLASS 1M ODVD CLASS 1

Audio output (Disc)

ONumber of channels (FL,FR,C,SL,SR,SW)5.1ch

Audio performance (measurement at: Rec out terminal)

OFrequency response (CD-Audio) 4Hzto20kHz

Q GENERAL

Power supply

OGC area: AC 220 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz OGCS/GCT/GS areas: AC 110 to 127V/220 to 240 V,

50/60 Hz

Power consumption 360 W Power consumption in standby mode

0.9 W (approximate)

Dimensions (W x H x D) 250 x 330 x 334.6 mm Mass 5.5 kg Operating temperature range +5°C to +35°C Operating humidity range 5% to 90% RH (no condensation)

Notes:

1. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Mass and dimensions are approximate.

2. Total harmonic distortion is measured by the digital spectrum analyzer.

Q SYSTEM

SA-VK960GC / SA-VK960GCS / SA-VK960GCT / SA-VK960GS

Refer to the respective original service manuals for *1, *2, *3, *4. This model uses CRS1D mechanism (DVD/CD changer mechanism). You can refer to the original service manual for information on this

mechanism.

SA-VK960GC / SA-VK960GCS / SA-VK960GCT / SA-VK960GS

CONTENTS

Page Page

1 Safety Precautions 6

1.1. General Guidelines

1.2. Safety Precaution for AC Power Supply Cord (For GS only)

1.3. Before Use (For GCS/GCT/GS only)

1.4. Before Repair and Adjustment

1.5. Protection Circuitry

1.6. Safety Parts Information

2 Prevention of Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) to

Electrostatically Sensitive (ES) Devices 3 Precaution of Laser Diode 4 About Lead Free Solder (PbF)

4.1. Service caution based on legal restrictions

5 Handling Precautions for Traverse Unit

5.1. Handling Optical Pickup in Traverse Unit

5.2. Replacing Precautions for Optical Pickup Unit

5.3. Grounding for Preventing Electrostatic Destruction

6 Accessories 7 Operation Procedures

7.1. Main Unit Key Buttons Operations

7.2. Remote Control Key Buttons Operations

7.3. Portable Audio Equipment Connection & Operation

7.4. USB Connection & Operation

7.5. About DivX VOD Content

7.6. Disc Information

8 DVD/CD Changer Mechanism Unit

8.1. CRS1D Mechanism Overview

9 Self Diagnosis and Special Mode Setting

9.1. Service Mode Summary Table

9.2. Service Mode Table (For DVD)

9.3. Service Mode Table (For Inspection)

9.4. DVD Self Diagnostic Function-Error Code

9.5. Sales Demonstration Lock Function

9.6. Service Precautions

10 Assem bling and Disassembl ing

10.1. Disassembly Flow Chart

10.2. Main Components and P.C.B. Locations

10.3. Disassembly of Top Cabinet

10.4. Disassembly of the DVD/CD Changer Mechanism Unit

10.5. Disassembly of DVD Module P.C.B.

10.6. Disassembly of USB Relay P.C.B.

10.7. Disassembly of Rear Panel

10.8. Disassembly of Main P.C.B.

10.9. Replacement of Regulator IC (IC2810)

10.10. Disassembly of Front Panel

10.11. Disassembly of Mic P.C.B.

10.12. Disassembly of Panel P.C.B

10.13. Disassembly of Tact Switch P.C.B

10.14. Disassembly of USB P.C.B

10.15. Replacement of CD Lid

10.16. Disassembly of Deck Mechanism Unit

10 11

12 12 12

14 15

15 16 17 18 19 20

25 26 33 38 45 45

49 50 51 51 52 52 53 53 54 54 56 56 56 57 57 57

7 7 7 7 8

10.17. Replacement of Cassette Lid

10.18. Disassembly of Deck P.C.B

10.19. Disassembly of D-Amp P.C.B. & Speaker P.C.B.

10.20. Replacement of Digital Amp IC (IC5100)

10.21. Disassembly of SMPS P.C.B.

10.22. Replacement of Switch Regulator IC (IC5701)

10.23. Replacement of Regulator Diode (D5904/D5905)

10.24. Replacement of Regulator Diode (D5702)

10.25. Disassembly of Traverse Unit

10.26. Disassembly of Deck Mechanism

10.27. Rectification for Tape Jam Problem

11 Service Positi on

11.1. Checking & Repairing Main P.C.B.

11.2. Checking & Repairing Speaker P.C.B.

11.3. Checking & Repairing Panel P.C.B.

11.4. Checking & Repairing Deck P.C.B.

11.5. Checking & Repairing Deck Mechanism P.C.B.

11.6. Checking & Repairing Mic P.C.B.

11.7. Checking & Repairing DVD Module P.C.B.

11.8. Checking & Repairing D-Amp P.C.B.

11.9. Checking & Repairing SMPS P.C.B.

12 Adjustment Procedures

12.1. Cassette Deck Section

12.2. Tuner section

12.3. Alignment Points

13 Illustration of ICs, Transistors and Diodes 14 Vol tage and Waveform Chart

14.1. DVD Module P.C.B.

14.2. Main P.C.B.

14.3. Panel P.C.B.

14.4. Deck/Deck Mechanism & Mic P.C.B.

14.5. D-Amp P.C.B.

14.6. SMPS P.C.B.

14.7. Waveform Chart

15 Wiring Connection Diagra m 16 Block Diagra m

16.1. System Control

16.2. DVD (Servo)

16.3. DVD (Audio)

16.4. DVD (Video)

16.5. Deck

16.6. Audio

16.7. Audio Digital Amp

16.8. Power

17 Schem atic Diagra m Notes 18 Schematic Diagram

18.1. DVD Module Circuit

18.2. Main Circuit

18.3. Panel Circuit

18.4. Tact Switch/Mic/Deck Mechanism/USB Relay/USB Circuit

58 58 59 59 60 60 61 61 62 63 66

68 68 68 69 69 69 70 70 72

73 74 74

75 76

76 77 78 79 79 80 81

85 87

87 88 89 90 91 92 93 94

95 97

97 101 105

106

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18.5. Deck Circuit 107

18.6. D-Amp Circuit

18.7. SMPS Circuit

18.8. Speaker/Optical Pickup Unit Circuit

19 Prin ted Ci rcui t Board

19.1. DVD Module P.C.B.

19.2. Main P.C.B.

19.3. Panel/USB Relay/USB P.C.B.

19.4. Tact Switch/Mic/Deck/Deck Mechanism P.C.B.

19.5. D-Amp/Speaker P.C.B.

19.6. SMPS P.C.B.

20 Basic Troubleshooting Guide

108 110 114

117

117 118 119 120 121 122

125

20.1. Basic Troubleshooting Guide for Traverse Unit (DVD Module P.C.B)

21 Terminal Function of IC

126

21.1. IC2600 (C2CBYY000470): System Control IC

21.2. IC6701 (C0HBB0000064): FL Driver IC

22 Expl od ed View s

22.1. Cabinet Parts Location

22.2. Deck Mechanism Unit Parts Location (RAA4901-S)

22.3. Packaging (SF-VK960)

23 Repl acement Parts Li st

23.1. Component Parts List

24 Schem atic Diagra m for printing w ith letter size

125

126 127

128

129 131 133

134

135

152

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1 Safety Precautions

1.1. General Guidelines

1. When servicing, observe the original lead dress. If a short circuit is found, replace all parts which have been overheated or damaged by the short circuit.

2. After servicing, see to it that all the protective devices such as insulation barriers, insulation papers shields are properly installed.

3. After servicing, make the following leakage current checks to prevent the customer from being exposed to shock hazards.

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 1 MΩ and 5.2 MΩ.

When the exposed metal does not have a return path to the chassis, the reading must be

Figure 1

1.1.2. Leakage Current Hot Check

1. Plug the AC cord directly into the AC outlet. Do not use an isolation transformer for this check.

2. Connect a 1.5 kΩ, 10 watts resistor, in parallel with a 0.15 µF capacitor, between each exposed metallic part on the set and a good earth ground such as a water pipe, as shown in Figure 1.

3. Use an AC voltmeter, with 1000 ohms/volt or more sensitivity, to measure the potential across the resistor.

4. Check each exposed metallic part, and measure the voltage at each point.

5. Reverse the AC plug in the AC outlet 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 milliamp. In case a measurement is out 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.

SA-VK960GC / SA-VK960GCS / SA-VK960GCT / SA-VK960GS

1.2. Safety Precaution for AC Power Supply Cord (For GS only)

Before use

Remove the connector cover.

How to replace the fuse

The location of the fuse differs according to the type of AC power plug (fi gures A and B). Confi rm the AC power plug fi tted and follow the instructions below. Illustrations may differ from actual AC power plug.

1. Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver.

Figure A Figure B

Fuse cover

2. Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover.

Figure A Figure B

Fuse (5 ampere)

1.3. Before Use (For GCS/GCT/GS only)

Be sure to disconnect the AC Power Supply Cord before adjusting the voltage selector. Use a minus (-) screwdriver to set the voltage selector (on the rear panel) to the voltage setting for the area in which the unit will

be used. (If the power supply in your area is 110 V or 127 V, set to the “110 V~127 V” position.) Note that this unit will be seriously damaged if this setting is not made correctly. (There is no voltage selector for some countries,

the correct voltage is already set.)

1.4. Before Repair and Adjustment

Disconnect AC power, discharge Power Supply Capacitors C2254, C2256, C2288, C2289, C2632, C2721, C2725, C2811, C2815, C2817, C5512, C5513, C5514, C5711, C5712, C5713, C5715, C5790 (Not applicable for GC), C5805, C5806, C5807, C5914, C5916, C5917, C5929, C5930, C5971 (Not applicable for GC), C5977 through a 10Ω, 1W resistor to ground.

DO NOT SHORT-CIRCUIT DIRECTLY (with a screwdriver blade, for instance), as this may destroy solid state devices. After repairs are completed, restore power gradually using a variac, to avoid overcurrent. Current consumption at AC 110~127 V, 60 Hz in NO SIGNAL (Volume min, at CD mode) should be ~750 mA. [For GCS/GCT/GS

only] Current consumption at AC 220~240 V, 50 Hz in NO SIGNAL (Volume min, at CD mode) should be ~500 mA.

1.5. Protection Circuitry

The protection circuitry may have operated if either of the following conditions are noticed:

•

• No sound is heard when the power is turned on.

• •

•

• Sound stops during a performance.

• •

The function of this circuitry is to prevent circuitry damage if, for example, the positive and negative speaker connection wires are “shorted”, or if speaker systems with an impedance less than the indicated rated impedance of the amplifier are used. If this occurs, follow the procedure outlines below:

1. Turn off the power.

2. Determine the cause of the problem and correct it.

3. Turn on the power once again after one minute.

Note :

When the protection circuitry functions, the unit will not operate unless the power is first turned off and then on again.

SA-VK960GC / SA-VK960GCS / SA-VK960GCT / SA-VK960GS

1.6. Safety Parts Information

Safety Parts List:

There are special components used in this equipment which are important for safety. These parts are marked by should be replaced with manufacturer’s specified parts to prevent shock, fire or other hazards. Do not modify the original design without permission of manufacturer.

Ref. No. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks 360 RAE2023Z-S TRAVERSE UNIT [M] PC5703 B3PBA0000402 PHOTO COUPLER [M] PC5801 B3PBA0000402 PHOTO COUPLER [M] PC5805 B3PBA0000402 PHOTO COUPLER [M] PC5901 B3PBA0000402 PHOTO COUPLER [M] DZ5001 ERZV10V511CS ZENER [M] TH5701 D4CAC8R00002 THERMISTOR [M] TH5750 D4CC11040013 THERMISTOR [M] TH5970 D4CAC8R00002 THERMISTOR [M] GCS/GCT/GS L5001 ELF21N024A LINE CHOKE COIL [M] L5701 ELF22V020C LINE FILTER [M] T5701 ETS42BJ1H6AC MAIN TRANSFORMER [M] T5801 ETS19AB1Z6AG SUB-TRANSFORMER [M] F1 K5D632BNA005 FUSE [M] FP5901 K5G102A00039 FUSE PROTECTOR [M] JK5970 K0ABLB000003 JACK VOLTAGE SELECTOR [M] GCS/GCT/GS P5001 K2AA2B000011 AC INLET [M] A2 K2CQ2CA00007 AC CORD [M] GC/GCS/GS A2 K2CT3CA00004 AC CORD [M] GS A2 K2CP2YY00001 AC CORD [M] GCT R5000 ERDS1TJ474B 470K 1/2W [M] C5001 ECQU2A224MLC 0.22 [M] C5701 F1BAF1020020 1000P [M] C5702 F1BAF1020020 1000P [M] C5704 ECQU2A224MLC 0.22 [M]

in the Schematic Diagrams & Replacement Parts List. It is essential that these critical parts

Table 1

SA-VK960GC / SA-VK960GCS / SA-VK960GCT / SA-VK960GS

2 Prevention of Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) to

Electrostatically Sensitive (ES) Devices

Some semiconductor (solid state) devices can be damaged easily by electricity. Such components commonly are called Electrostatically Sensitive (ES) Devices. Examples of typical ES devices are integrated circuits and some field-effect transistors and semiconductor “chip” components. The following techniques should be used to help reduce the incidence of component damage caused by electro static 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 such as aluminium foil, to prevent electrostatic charge build up 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 remover device. Some solder removal devices not classified as “anti-static (ESD protected)” can generate electrical charge 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, aluminium 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 body motions when handling unpackaged replacement ES devices. (Otherwise harmless motion such as the brushing together of your clothes fabric or the lifting of your foot from a carpeted floor can generate static electricity (ESD) sufficient to damage an ES device).

SA-VK960GC / SA-VK960GCS / SA-VK960GCT / SA-VK960GS

3 Precaution of Laser Diode

CAUTION :

This product utilizes a laser diode with the unit turned on, invisible laser radiation is emitted from the pickup lens. Wavelength : 662nm (DVD)/785nm (CD) Maximum output radiation power from pickup : 100µW/VDE Laser radiation from pickup unit is safety level, but be sure the followings:

1. Do not disassemble the pickup unit, since radiation from exposed laser diode is dangerous.

2. Do not adjust the variable resistor on the pickup unit. It was already adjusted.

3. Do not look at the focus lens using optical instruments.

4. Recommend not to look at pickup lens for a long time.

SA-VK960GC / SA-VK960GCS / SA-VK960GCT / SA-VK960GS

4 About Lead Free Solder (PbF)

4.1. Service caution based on legal restrictions

4.1.1. General description about Lead Free Solder (PbF)

The lead free solder has been used in the mounting process of all electrical components on the printed circuit boards used 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 s older.

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 is 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) equipped with the temperature control after setting the temperature 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.

• •

RFKZ03D01K-----------(0.3mm 100g Reel) RFKZ06D01K-----------(0.6mm 100g Reel) RFKZ10D01K-----------(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%

SA-VK960GC / SA-VK960GCS / SA-VK960GCT / SA-VK960GS

5 Handling Precautions for Traverse Unit

The laser diode used inside optical pickup could be destroyed due to static electricity as a potential difference is caused by electrostatic load discharged from clothes or human body. Handling the parts carefully to avoid electrostatic destruction during repair.

5.1. Handling Optical Pickup in Traverse Unit

1. Do not impact on optical pickup as the unit structurally uses an extremely precise technology.

2. Short-circuit the flexible cable of optical pickup remove from the circuit board using a short-circuit pin or clip in order to prevent laser diode from electrostatic destruction (Refer to Fig. 5.1 and Fig. 5.2)

3. Do not handle flexible cables forcibly as this may cause snapping. Handle the parts carefully (Refer to Fig. 5.1)

4. A new optical pickup is equipped with an anti-static flexible cable. After replacing and connecting to the flexible board, cut the anti-static flexible cable. (Refer to Fig. 5.1)

Fig. 5.1

5.2. Replacing Precautions for Optical Pickup Unit

Optical Pickup

The optical pickup by which part supply was carried out attaches the short clip to the flexible board for laser diode electrostatic discharge damage prevention. Please remove the short clip and be sure to check that the short land is open, before connecting. (Please remove solder, when the short land short-circuits.)

5.3. Grounding for Preventing Electrostatic Destruction

1. Human body grounding Use the anti-static wrist strap to discharge the static electricity accumulated in your body. (Refer to Fig. 5.2)

2. Work place grounding Place a conductive material (conductive sheet) or ironboard where optical pickup is placed. (Refer to Fig. 5.2)

Note :

Keep your clothes away from optical pickup as wrist strap does not release the static electricity charged in clothes.

Fig. 5.2

SA-VK960GC / SA-VK960GCS / SA-VK960GCT / SA-VK960GS

6 Accessories

•

• Note: Refer to “Replacement Parts List” (Section 23) for the part number.

• •

Remote control

FM antenna wire

AM loop antenna

AC cord (For

GC/GCS/GCT/GS)

AC cord (For GS only)

Video cable

7 Operation Procedures

7.1. Main Unit Key Buttons Operations

Refer to the numbers in parentheses for page reference. Buttons such as function the same as the controls on the remote control.

AC supply indicator [AC IN ]

This indicator lights when the unit is

connected to the AC mains supply.

Standby/on switch [ /l]

Press to switch the unit from on

to standby mode or vice versa.

In standby mode, the unit is still

consuming a small amount of

[SURROUND ENHANCER]

[SUPER SURROUND]

[SUPER SOUND EQ]

[SUBWOOFER]

MUSIC PORT jack

Headphone jack

Avoid listening for prolonged

periods of time to prevent hearing

Plug type

Deck 1 [ , OPEN]

[BAND, TUNER]

[DISPLAY

Deck 1 cassette holder

power.

[SOUND EQ]

USB port [ , USB]

Display

damage.

3.5 mm stereo (not included)

[EXT-IN]

DEMO]

[DECK 1/2]

, RECORD]

[

SA-VK960GC / SA-VK960GCS / SA-VK960GCT / SA-VK960GS

Remote control signal sensor

Disc trays

[

, OPEN /CLOSE]

[

, MULTI CHANGE]

[

, SINGLE CHANGE]

] to [5 ]

[1 (disc direct play)

MIC VOL ]

[ , DVD/CD ]

Microphone ( MIC 1, MIC 2) jacks

, STOP]

[ Deck 2 [OPEN, Disc skip/search, tape

fast-forward/ rewind, tuning, time adjustment [ , / REW] , [ , / FF]

[ , TAPE]

VOLUM E

Deck 2 cassette holder

]

To select the desired display mode

Every time you press the button:

Normal Peak hold Refl ection

Off

Normal

Indicates strength of the sound in each tonal range.

Peak hold

Peak sound value of each sound range (on display for about one second after it occurs).

Refl ection

Indicates the strength of the sound in each tonal range (displayed in the opposite direction of normal mode).

SA-VK960GC / SA-VK960GCS / SA-VK960GCT / SA-VK960GS

7.2. Remote Control Key Buttons Operations

Buttons labelled such as function in exactly the same way as the buttons on the main unit.

[DIRECT NAVIGATOR, TOP MENU ]

Television operations

[CLOCK/TIMER]

PLAY/REC]

[

Numeric

[DISC]

[SLEEP/A.OFF]

[]

[DIMMER]

][PLAY MODE CD MODE

[SURROUND ENHANCER ]

[ , , , ], [ ENTER]

[FUNCTIONS]

[MENU, PLAYLIST]

Disc skip, tape fast-forward/rewind, preset

channel selection, time adjustment

[, / REW] , [ , / FF]

[SUBWOOFER]

[SOUND]

[V.MUTE] [ , #] [ECHO] [AUDIO]

To mute the sound. To dim the display panel.

Press the button to activate. Press the button again or adjust the volume to cancel. Muting is also canceled when you switch the unit to standby.

Every time you press the button.

Setting Effect

1 Display and ambient light

2 Display dims and ambient

3Original

dims

light is turned off

brightness

The display is dimmed, but brightens when you perform some operations.

[RETURN,

[ , , SLOW/ SE ARCH ] [FL DISPLAY]

[REPEAT]

[C.FOCUS]

[MUTING, CANCEL]

[CH SELECT

SETUP]

TEST]

This auto off function allows you to turn off the unit in disc or tape mode only after left unused for 10 minutes.

Every time you press the button:

SLEEP 30 SLEEP 60 SLEEP 90 SLEEP 120

SLEEP OFF

AUTO OFF

The setting is maintained even if the unit is turned off. If you select tuner or music port as the source, "AUTO OFF" turns off. It comes on again when you select disc or tape.

Connecting to a portable audio equipment

Playing or recording from a portable audio equipment

SA-VK960GC / SA-VK960GCS / SA-VK960GCT / SA-VK960GS

7.3. Portable Audio Equipment Connection & Operation

Before connection

Disconnect the AC power supply cord. Turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions. The equipment connections described are examples only. Peripheral equipment and optional cables are sold separately unless otherwise indicated.

Connecting to a portable audio equipment

This feature enables you to enjoy music from a portable audio equipment.

audio equipment

Switch off the equalizer function (if there is any) of the portable audio equipment before you plug into the MUSIC PORT jack. Otherwise, sound from the speaker may be distorted.

Plug the audio cord into the MUSIC PORT jack and

press [EXT-IN] to select "MUSIC PORT".

MUSIC PORT AUX

For listening : Proceed to step 3.

For recording : Press [ , RECORD] on the main

Start playback from the portable audio

equipment. (See the portable audio equipment’s instruction manual.

unit to start recording.

5SUBWOOFER

Playing or recording from a portable

SA-VK960GC / SA-VK960GCS / SA-VK960GCT / SA-VK960GS

7.4. USB Connection & Operation

The USB connectivity enables you to connect and play tracks or les from USB mass storage class devices. Typically, USB memory devices. (Bulk only transfer)

Preparation

Before connecting any USB mass storage device to the unit, ensure that the data stored therein has been backed up.

It is not recommended to use a USB extension cable. The USB device is not recognised by this unit.

Connect the USB mass storage device (not

included).

USB enabled device

(not included) It is not recommended to use a USB extension cable. The device connected via the cable will not be recognised by this unit.

Press [ , USB] to begin playback.

Press [TOP MENU] or [MENU] to display the USB

menu.

Press [ , , , ] and then [ENTER] to select

the desired item.

For other operating functions, they are similar as those described in "DISC OPERATIONS".

Compatible Devices

Devices which are defi ned as USB mass storage class:

USB devices that support bulk only transfer. USB devices that support USB 2.0 full speed.

Supported Formats

File name File extension

Still pictures JPG

Music MP3

WMA

Video MPEG4

It may not be possible to play all the fi les due to the condition on how they were created.

For Panasonic D-Snap/DIGA

.jpg .jpeg

.mp3 .wma

.asf

Note:

Maximum number of folders 400

Maximum number of fi les 4000

Maximum length of folder name 44

Maximum length of fi le name 44

CBI (Control /Bulk/Interrupt) is not supported. Digital Cameras that use PTP protocol or which require additional program installation when connected to a PC are not supported. A device using NTFS fi le system is not supported. [Only FAT 12/16/32 (File Allocation Table 12/16/ 32) fi le system is supported]. Depending on the sector size, some fi les may not work. It will not operate with Janus enabled MTP (Media Transfer Protocol) devices. Only one memor y card will be selected when connecting a multi-port USB card reader. Typically the fi rst memory card inserted.

7.5. About DivX VOD Content

SA-VK960GC / SA-VK960GCS / SA-VK960GCT / SA-VK960GS

DivX Video-on-Demand (VOD) content is encr ypted for copyright protection. In order to play DivX VOD content on this unit, you first need to register the unit. Follow the online instructions for purchasing DivX VOD content to enter the unit’s registration code and register the unit. For more information about DivX VOD, visit www.divx.com/vod.

Display the unit’s registration code

("DivX Registration" in "Others" tab)

put

csiD

oediV

oiduA

ruoY

yalpsiD srehtO

We recommend that you make a note of this code for future reference. After playing DivX VOD content for the first time, another registration code is then displayed in "DivX Registration". Do not use this registration code to purchase DivX VOD content. If you use this code to purchase DivX VOD content, and then play the content on this unit, you will no longer be able to play any content that you purchased using the previous code. If you purchase DivX VOD content using a registration code different from this unit’s code, you will not be able to play this content. ("Authorization Error" is displayed.)

noitartsigeR XviD

dnameD-no-oediV XviD

XXXXXXXX

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: si

RETNE

nitnoc otsser

dov/moc.xvid.www tisiv erom nrael oT

8 alphanumeric characters

Regarding DivX content that can only be played a set number of times

Some DivX VOD content can only be played a set number of times. When you play this content, the remaining number of plays is displayed. You cannot play this content when the number of remaining plays is zero. ("Rented Movie Expired" or "Rental Expired" is displayed.)

When playing this content

The number of remaining plays is reduced by one if

you press you press you press , ] (skip) or [ , ] (search) arrive at another content or the start of the content being played.

The "Resume" function and "Marker" functions will not

work.

[ ]

or press and hold [ SETUP].

[ ]

. [Press [ ] (pause) to pause play.]

[

etc. and

SA-VK960GC / SA-VK960GCS / SA-VK960GCT / SA-VK960GS

7.6. Disc Information

7.6.1. Disc Playability (Media)

Commercial discs

Disc Logo

Indicated in

these

ctions by

instru

Remarks

DVD-Video

Video CD

Recorded discs

Disc Logo

DVD-RAM

DVD-R/ RW

DVD-R DL

+R/+RW

+R DL

CD-R/RW

( : Playable, : Not playable)

Recorded on a DVD video record er, etc.

High quality movie and music discs.

Music discs with video. Including SVCD (Conforming to IEC62107).

Music discs.

Recorded on a personal computer, etc.

()

Finalizing

Not

necessary

ecessar

It may not be possible to play all the above-mentioned discs in some cases due to the type of disc, the condition of the recording, the recording method, or how the files were created. [Refer to Section 7.6.2. File Extension Type Support (WMA/MP3/

This unit c an play CD-R/ RW recorded with CD-DA or Video CD format.

This unit also plays HighMAT disc s.

Discs recorded on DVD video recorder s or DVD video cameras, etc. using Version 1.1 of the Video Recording Format (a unified video recording standard).

Discs recorded on DVD video recorder s or DVD video cameras using Version 1.2 of t he Video Recording Format (a unifi ed video recording standard).

Discs recorded on DVD video recorder s or DVD video cameras using DVD-Video Format.

Recorded using a format different from DVD-Video Format, therefore, some functions cannot be used.

A process that allows play on compatible equipment. To play a disc that is displayed as "Necessary" on this unit, the disc must first be

finalized on the device it was recorded on.

Closing the session will also work.

MPEG4 dat a recorded with the Panasonic SD multi cameras or DVD video recorders [conformin g to SD VIDEO specif ications (ASF

standard)/MPEG4 (Simple Pro f ile) video system/G.726 audio system].

Functions added with DivX Ultra are not supported.

JPEG/MPEG4/DivX)

Note about using a DualDisc

The digital audio content side of a DualDisc does not meet the technical speci (CD-DA) format so playback may not be possible.

Discs that cannot be played

ations of the Compact Disc Digital Aud io

fic

DVD-RW version 1.0, DVD-Audio, DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, CDV, CD-G, SACD, Photo CD, DVD-RAM that cannot be removed from their cartridge, 2.6 GB and 5.2 GB DVDRAM, and "Chaoji VCD" available on the market including CVD, DVCD and SVCD that do not conform to IEC62107.

Video systems

This unit can play PAL and NTSC, but your television must match the system used on the disc. PAL discs cannot be correctly viewed on an NTSC television. This unit can convert NTSC signals to PAL 60 for viewing on a PAL television ( Refer to "NTSC Disc Output" in "Video" tab of the OI book).

SA-VK960GC / SA-VK960GCS / SA-VK960GCT / SA-VK960GS

7.6.2. File Extension Type Support (WMA/MP3/JPEG/MPEG4/DivX)

When there are more than eight groups, the eighth group onwards will be displayed on one vertical line in the menu screen. There may be differences in the display order on the menu screen and computer screen. This unit cannot play files recorded using packet write.

DVD-RAM

Discs must conform to UDF 2.0.

DVD-R/RW

Discs must conform to UDF bridge (UDF 1.02/ISO9660). This unit does not suppor t multi-session. Only the default session is played.

CD-R/RW

Discs must conform to ISO9660 level 1 or 2 (except for extended formats). This unit suppor ts multi-session but if there are many sessions it takes more time for play to start. Keep the number of sessions to a minimum to avoid this.

Naming folders and files

Files are treated as contents and folders are treated as groups on this unit.

At the time of recording, prefi x folder and file names. This should be with numbers that have an equal number of digits, and should be done in the order you want to play them (this may not work at times). Files must have the extension ( see below).

(Extension: ".WMA" or ".wma")

Compatible compression rate: between 48 kbps and 320 kbps. You cannot play WMA files that are copy-protected. This unit does not suppor t Multiple Bit Rate (MBR).

(Extension: ".MP3" or ".mp3")

Compatible compression rate: between 32 kbps and 320 kbps. This unit does not suppor t ID3 tags. Compatible sampling rates:

DVD-RAM, DVD-R/RW: 11.02, 12, 22.05, 24, 44.1 and

4848 kHz

CD-R/RW: 8, 11.02, 12, 16, 22.05, 24, 32, 44.1 and

kHz

Example:

MP3

root

(Extension: ".JPG", ".jpg", ".JPEG" or ".jpeg")

JPEG fi les taken on a digital camera that conform to DCF Standard (Design rule for Camera File system) Version

1.0 are displayed. Files that have been altered, edited or saved with computer picture editing software may not be displayed. This unit cannot display moving pictures, MOTION JPEG and other such formats, and still pictures other than JPEG (Example: TIFF), or play pictures with attached audio.

(Extension: ".ASF" or ".asf")

You can play MPEG4 data [conforming to SD VIDEO specifications (ASF standard)/MPEG4 (Simple Profile) video system/G.726 audio system] recorded with Panasonic SD multi cameras or DVD video recorders with this unit. The recording date may differ from that of the actual date.

(Extens ion: ".DIVX", ".d ivx", ".AVI" or ".avi")

You can play all versions of DivX DivX 6) [DivX video system/MP3, Dolby Digital or MPEG audio system] with standard playback of DivX files. Functions added with DivX Ultra are not supported. DivX files greater than 2 GB or have no index may not be played properly on this unit. This unit suppor ts all resolutions up to maximum of 720 x 480 (NTSC)/720 x 576 (PAL). You can select up to eight types of audio and subtitles on this unit.

video (including

media

SA-VK960GC / SA-VK960GCS / SA-VK960GCT / SA-VK960GS

8 DVD/CD Changer Mechanism Unit

8.1. CRS1D Mechanism Overview

SA-VK960GC / SA-VK960GCS / SA-VK960GCT / SA-VK960GS

8.1.1. General Feature

•

• This is a five disc changer mechanism for CD/DVD. The outline figure is shown below.

• •

•

• The mechanism has "CHANGE WHILE PLAY" function. It open other trays for disc exchanging while one tray is at PLAY

• •

position performing recording or reproducing.

•

• The mechanism can quickly change all trays with "CHANGE ALL" function. All trays can be move to OPEN position with one

• •

operation.

•

• There is no sensor to indicate presence of disc on any tray.

• •

8.1.2. Hardware Composition

•

• Below is the hardware components of the mechanism

• •

Name Function

Open Switch (OPEN-SW) The switch is used to detect normal tray opening

The switch is used for detect tray being manually push/trigger when full open Home Switch (HOME-SW) Is used to detect cam gear home position Close Sensor (CLOSE-SENSOR) Used for normal single tray closing

Used to detect cam gear rotate to Play Driving position Play Switch (PLAY-SW) Detect TRV clamping complete position Stocking Switch (STOCK-SW) Detect tray completely transfer for play position to stocking position UD Sensor (UD-SENSOR) Detect TRV vertical movement position Top Switch (TOP-SW) Detect a default position of TRV vertical movement position Driver IC To drive Motor Motor Main driving source for changer Plunger Switching the driving source from motor to:

1. Tray open/close

2. Drive tray to play/stock position and TRV vertical movement

8.1.3. Mechanism Operation

•

• This mechanism has the following state:

• •

1. Driving of a tray to open/close

2. Up/down operation of a traverse performs a state changes of tray. By using the plunger to lift/release of a switching gear, and the cam gear to lift/release the function gear the motor can be link

to several gear trains to perform various operations.

•

• The functions that can be perform in this mechanism are described as below:

• •

Condition Explanation

Open current playing tray The state to change current playing disc. All tray will be open at once and current tray at PLAY position

Open All The state where all trays being driven to OPEN position. The disc can be taken in or out from tray to tray

Stock The state where the trays are stored in STOCK position Play The state where one of the tray 5 trays is being driven to PLAY position and clamped by traverse unit Play & Open Tray-* The state where one of the tray is in playing position performing recording or reproducing, other trays can

will be expose.

by close tray one by one from top to bottom.

be used (OPEN position) for disc exchanging without stopping the recording or reproducing process.

SA-VK960GC / SA-VK960GCS / SA-VK960GCT / SA-VK960GS

Condition Explanation

Change The state when one of the opened tray being driven from OPEN position to STOCK position and other

Close All The state where all open trays will being driven from OPEN position to STOCK position, one by one from

Note: * represent tray number (from 1 ~ 5)

opened trays remain still at OPEN position.

top to bottom

8.1.4. DVD/CD Changer Mechanism Unit (CRS1D) Information

Note:

This service manual does not contain the following information for the mentioned DVD/CD changer mechanism unit:

•

• Schematic Diagram, Block Diagram and P.C.B. layout of CD/DVD Loading P.C.B.

• •

•

• Part List for individual parts of the mechanism.

• •

•

• Exploded View and Parts List for individual parts of the DVD/CD changer mechanism unit.

• •

SA-VK960GC / SA-VK960GCS / SA-VK960GCT / SA-VK960GS

9 Self Diagnosis and Special Mode Setting

This unit is equipped with functions for checking and inspecting.

9.1. Service Mode Summary Table

9.1.1. Service Mode Summary Table (For DVD)

The service modes can be activated by pressing various button combination on the main unit and remote control unit. Below is the summary for the various modes for checking:

Main buttons Remote control unit buttons Application Note

[STOP] [0] Error code display. (Refer to the section

[5] Jitter checking.

[PAUSE] Initial setting of laser drive current.

[FUNCTIONS] DVD laser drive current check. (Refer to the section

[1] ADSC internal RAM data check. [3] CD laser drive current check.

“9.2.1. Service Mode Table 1” for more information.)

“9.2.2. Service Mode Table 2” for more information.)

[6] Region display and mode. (Refer to the section [7] Micro-processor firmware version check.

[ ] Initialization of the player (factory setting is restored).

Used after replacement of Micro-processor (DV5 LSI) IC, FLASH ROM IC (IC8651), EEPROM IC (IC8611) and DVD Module P.C.B.

[8] DVD Module P.C.B. firmware version check. (Refer to the section

[MENU] Communication error display.

[TOP MENU] ECC error check.

[DISC] CPPM/CRM keys check.

[ENTER] DVD Module P.C.B. reset.

[ ] Timer 1 check. (Refer to the section [ ] Timer 1 reset.

[ ] Timer 2 check. [ ] Timer 2 reset.

“9.2.3. Service Mode Table 3“ for more information.)

“9.2.4. Service Mode Table 4“ for more information.)

“9.2.5. Service Mode Table 5“ for more information.)

Note:

An error code will be canceled if a power supply is turned OFF. *1: CPPM is the copy guard function beforehand written in the disk for protection of copyrights. *2: CEC is the consumer electronic control used for high-level user control of HDMI-connected devices. *3: HDCP is the specification developed to control digital audio & video contents transmission for DVI or HDMI connections.

9.1.2. Service Mode Summary Table (For Inspection)

Main buttons Remote control unit buttons Application Note

[STOP] +

/FF/ ]

[

In Self-diagnostic

Mode

[STOP] [4] + [7] Entering doctor mode.

In Doctor Mode [STOP] button on the main

[SINGLE CHANGE] Servicing the traverse unit.

[ PLAY/REC] FL display test.

- Entering self-diagnostic mode. (Refer to the section

[1] DVD/CD Changer Mechanism Reliability Test.

Firmware version check. (Refer to the section

unit + [4] + [7]

[4] Cold start. [0] Tape eject test.

[DISC] DVD/CD changer operation check. (Refer to the section

“9.3.1. Service Mode Table 1” for more information.)

“9.3.2. Service Mode Table 2“ for more information.)

“9.3.3. Service Mode Table 3“ for more information.)

SA-VK960GC / SA-VK960GCS / SA-VK960GCT / SA-VK960GS

9.2. Service Mode Table (For DVD)

By pressing various button combinations on the player and remote control unit can activate the various service modes for checking.

Special Note:

Due to the limitations of the no. characters that can be shown on FL Display, the “FL Display” button on the remote control unit is used to show the following page. (Display 1 / Display 2).

9.2.1. Service Mode Table 1

Mode Name

Jitter check

Error code

display

Item

Description

Jitter check. Jitter rate is measured and displayed. Measurement is repeatedly done in the cycle of one second. Read error counter starts from zero upon mode setting. When target block data failed to be read out, the counter advances by one increment. When the failure is caused by minor error, it may be corrected when retried to enable successful reading. In this case, the counter advances by one. When the error persists even after retry, the counter may jump by two or more.

FL Display sequence: Display 1 2.

Error code check The latest error code stored in the EEPROM IC is displayed.

Note: Refer to "Section 9.4 DVD Self Diagnostic Function-Error Code" for more detailed information on the error codes.

FL Display

(Display 1)

Jitter Check Mode

Jitter rate is shown in decimal notation to one place of decimal. Focus drive value is shown in hexadecimal notation.

(Display 2)

Lead Error Counter

Error code (play_err) is expressed in the following convention. Error code = 0 x DAXX is expressed: DVDnn U12 Error code = 0 x DBXX is expressed: DVDnn H12 Error code = 0 x DXXX is expressed: DVDnn F123 Error code = 0 x 0000 is expressed: DVDnn F--* "xx" denotes the error code

Jitter Rate

Focus Drive Value

U / H / F

Key Operation

Front Key

In STOP (no disc) mode, press [STOP] button on the main unit, and [5] button on

the remote control unit. Press [STOP] button to exit.

Press [FL Display] on remote control unit for next page (FL Display).

In STOP (no disc) mode, press [STOP] button on the main unit, and [0] button on the remote control unit. * With pointing of cursor up and down on display. Cancelled automatically 5 seconds later. To exit, press [POWER] button on main unit or remote control.

Initial setting of laser drive

current

Initial setting of laser drive current. Initial current value for the DVD laser and CD laser is separately saved in the EEPROM IC.

FL Display sequence: Display 1 2.

(Display 1)

Laser Current Measurement

The value denotes the current in decimal notation.

(Display 2)

The above example shows the initial current is XXXmA and YYYmA for CD laser and DVD laser respectively when the laser is switched on.

Mode

CD Laser

Identify as LDO mode

DVD Laser

In STOP (no disc) mode,

press [STOP] button on the

main unit, and [PAUSE]

button on the remote

control unit.

Cancelled automatically 5 seconds later.

Press [FL Display] on remote control unit for next page (FL Display) on values of laser drive current.

9.2.2. Service Mode Table 2

SA-VK960GC / SA-VK960GCS / SA-VK960GCT / SA-VK960GS

DVD laser

drive current

measurement

ADSC internal

RAM data

check

Item

DescriptionMode Name

DVD laser drive current measurement. DVD laser drive current is measured and the result is displayed together with the initial value stored in the EEPROM IC. After the measurement, DVD laser emission is kept on. It is turned off when POWER key is switched off.

FL Display sequence: Display 1 2.

ADSC internal RAM data check. ADSC internal RAM data is read out and displayed.

FL Display

(Display 1)

DVD laser current measurement mode

The value denotes the current in decimal notation.

(Display 2)

DVD

DVD Laser Initial Value

The above example shows the initial current is XXXmA and the measured value is YYYmA.

Address

The value is shown in hexadecimal notation. The above example shows the data in ADSC address FBOh is XXXXh.

Laser Value

Identify as LDD mode

RAM Data for Specified Address

Key Operation

Front Key

In STOP (no disc) mode, press [STOP] button on the main unit, and [FUNCTIONS] button on the remote control unit. Cancelled automatically 5 seconds later.

Press [FL Display] on remote control unit for next page (FL Display) on values of dvd drive current.

In STOP (no disc) mode, press [STOP] button on the main unit, and [1] or [2] button on the remote control

unit. To exit, press [STOP] button.

CD laser drive

current

measurement

CD laser drive current measurement. CD laser drive current is measured and the result is displayed together with the initial value stored in the EEPROM IC. After the measurement, CD laser emission is kept on. It is turned off when POWER key is switched off.

FL Display sequence: Display 1 2.

(Display 1)

CD Laser Current Measurement Mode

The value denotes the current in decimal notation.

(Display 2)

CD Laser Initial Value

The above example shows the initial current is XXXmA and the measured value is YYYmA.

CD Laser Value

In STOP (no disc) mode, press [STOP] button on the main unit, and [3] button on the remote control unit. Cancelled automatically 5 seconds later.

Press [FL Display] on remote control unit for next page. (FL Display)

SA-VK960GC / SA-VK960GCS / SA-VK960GCT / SA-VK960GS

9.2.3. Service Mode Table 3

Micro-processor firmware version

display & EEPROM checksum

display.

Item

DescriptionMode Name

Micro-processor firmware version display & EEPROM checksum display. EEPROM checksum is only available due to existence of EEPROM IC.

Note: Condition 1/2/3 shows the state of EEPROM IC. It is indicated in Display 2.

FL Display sequence: Display 1 2 3.

FL Display

(Display 1)

(Display 2)

Opecon Version

(Condition1)

If the version of the EEPROM does not match, [NG] is displayed.

(Condition 2)

(a) If there is NO EEPROM header string OR (b) If there is no EEPROM (no data is received by Micro-processor), [NO] is displayed.

(Condition 3)

EEPROM Checksum (If applicable, refer below.)

Key Operation

Front Key

In STOP (no disc) mode, press [STOP] button on the main unit, and [7] button on the remote control unit.

Cancelled automatically 5 seconds later.

Initialization

mode

Region display

Initialization. User settings are cancelled and player is initialized to factory setting. It is necessary when after replacement of Micro-processor (DV5 LSI) IC, FLASH ROM IC (IC8651), EEPROM IC (IC8611) & DVD Module P.C.B.

Region code display, TV broadcasting system & the model no. information.

Note: Refer to Fig. 9.1 for "Video Design Information".

If the EEPROM version matches, checksum [YYYY] is displayed.

(Display 3)

Model No. Information

N: NTSC / 6: PAL60

N: no PAL / P: PAL

Region No.: 0-8

Press [FL Display] button on remote control unit for next page. (FL Display)

In STOP (no disc) mode, press [STOP] button on the main unit, and [ 10] button on the remote control unit.

Cancelled automatically 5 seconds later.

In STOP (no disc) mode, press [STOP] button on the main unit, and [6] button on the remote control unit. Cancelled automatically 5 seconds later.

TV Broadcasting

Signal System Region Display

Code

System

(Default) (Default)

English, Spanish, Canadian

French

(S) Japan 2 NTSC NTSC (*A) 2PN Japanese, English

English, French, German,

Spanish, Polish, Russian,

Czech, Hungarian

English, French, German,

Italian, Spanish, Polish,

Swedish, Dutch

English, French, German,

Spanish, Polish, Russian,

Czech, Hungarian

GCS, GD, South East Asia, PAL English, Traditional Chinese

GT, GCT Korea, Taiwan NTSC

New Zealand,

English, French, German,

Australia

Italian, Spanish, Polish,

Swedish, Dutch

Central/South/

NTSC (*D) 4PN

English, Spanish, French,

Latin America Brazilian Portuguese

English, French, German,

Spanish, Polish, Russian,

Czech, Hungarian

GK China 6 PAL NTSC (*B) 6PN English, Simplified Chinese

OSD Menu Language

SA-VK960GC / SA-VK960GCS / SA-VK960GCT / SA-VK960GS

Model Series Country Region

Region

P, PC, PX USA, Canada, PX NTSC (*A)

E Europe 2 PAL PAL (*C) 2P6

EB, EG

GC, GS

Europe

Middle East

3 NTSC (*B)

4GN

PL, GCP, LB

NTSC4

Product

1PNNTSC1

2P6PAL (*C)PAL2

3PN

4P6PAL (*C)PAL

EE CIS

NTSC (*A) NTSC (*B)

Source Output Source Output

Screen Saver NTSC Screen Saver NTSC

NTSC disc NTSC

PAL disc

PAL (*C) NTSC (*D)

Screen Saver PAL Screen Saver NTSC

NTSC disc

Source Output Source Output

PAL disc PAL

PAL (DVD-V) PAL60

NTSC (DVD-A/VCD) PAL disc PAL60

PAL60 (default) NTSC disc NTSC

NTSC PAL disc NTSC

NTSC disc

5P6PAL (*C)SECAM5

NTSC (default)

Explanation of Display

Individual Model Code

N: If NTSC disc is played, NTSC output. 6: If NTSC disc is played, PAL60 output.

can play PAL disc

Region code

Fig. 9.1

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9.2.4. Service Mode Table 4

Mode Name

DVD Module

P.C.B. firmware

version display

Communication

error display

ECC Error

Check

Item

Description

DVD Module P.C.B. firmware version is displayed on the FL Display. The firmware version can be updated using recovery disc.

Note: It is necessary to check for firmware version before carrying out the version up using the disc.

Displays frequency of communication errors between system control IC and mechanism control IC in the DVD Module P.C.B.

ECC refers to Error Correction Code. It describes the error correction code that was carried out for the decoding of audio & video.

FL Display sequence: Display 1 2.

(Display 1)

(Display 2)

FL Display

System controller generation

Region No.: 0-8

No. of communication error

System controller version

Destination

No. of communication

ECC Lead Error

Key Operation

Front Key

In STOP (no disc) mode, press [STOP] button on the main unit, and [8] button on the remote control unit. Cancelled automatically 5 seconds later.

In STOP (no disc) mode, press [STOP] button on the main unit, and [MENU] button on the remote control unit.

Cancelled automatically 5 seconds later.

In STOP (no disc) mode, press [STOP] button on the main unit, and [TOP MENU] button on the remote control unit. Press [STOP] button to exit. Press [FL Display] on remote control unit for next page (FL Display).

CPPM/CRM

Keys Check

DVD Module P.C.B. Reset

CPPM/CRM refers to the Content Protection for Recordable Media and Pre-Recorded Media. It displays the existence of the keys as "1" or "0". OK: Existing of keys. NG: Non existing of keys.

To reset DVD Module P.C.B. This process is used when the DVD Module P.C.B. or FLASH ROM IC is replaced with a new one.

0: NG 1: OK

Video Decode Error

0: NG 1: OK

Audio Lead Error

In STOP (no disc) mode, press [STOP] button on the main unit, and [DISC] button on the remote control unit.

Cancelled automatically 5 seconds later.

While in initialization mode, press & hold [STOP] button on the main unit, follow by [ENTER] button on the remote control unit. Cancelled automatically 5 seconds later.

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