
VSX-1020-K
For details, refer to "Important Check Points for good servicing".
AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER
VSX-1020-K
VSX-1025-K
THIS MANUAL IS APPLICABLE TO THE FOLLOWING MODEL(S) AND TYPE(S).
Model Type Power Requirement Remarks
VSX-1020-K UXCNCB AC 120 V
VSX-1025-K CUXCN AC 120 V
ORDER NO.
RRV4045
PIONEER CORPORATION 1-1, Shin-ogura, Saiwai-ku, Kawasaki-shi, Kanagawa 212-0031, Japan
PIONEER ELECTRONICS (USA) INC. P.O. Box 1760, Long Beach, CA 90801-1760, U.S.A.
PIONEER EUROPE NV Haven 1087, Keetberglaan 1, 9120 Melsele, Belgium
PIONEER ELECTRONICS ASIACENTRE PTE. LTD. 253 Alexandra Road, #04-01, Singapore 159936
PIONEER CORPORATION
K-IZK MAR.
2010 Printed in Japan

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1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
The following check should be performed for the
continued protection of the customer and service
technician.
LEAKAGE CURRENT CHECK
Measure leakage current to a known earth ground
(water pipe, conduit, etc.) by connecting a leakage
current tester such as Simpson Model 229-2 or
equivalent between the earth ground and all exposed
metal parts of the appliance (input/output terminals,
screwheads, metal overlays, control shaft, etc.). Plug
the AC line cord of the appliance directly into a 120V
AC 60 Hz outlet and turn the AC power switch on. Any
current measured must not exceed 0.5 mA.
ANY MEASUREMENTS NOT WITHIN THE LIMITS
OUTLINED ABOVE ARE INDICATIVE OF A POTENTIAL
SHOCK HAZARD AND MUST BE CORRECTED BEFORE
RETURNING THE APPLIANCE TO THE CUSTOMER.
2. PRODUCT SAFETY NOTICE
Many electrical and mechanical parts in the appliance
have special safety related characteristics. These are
often not evident from visual inspection nor the protection
afforded by them necessarily can be obtained by using
replacement components rated for voltage, wattage, etc.
Replacement parts which have these special safety
characteristics are identified in this Service Manual.
Electrical components having such features are
identified by marking with a > on the schematics and on
the parts list in this Service Manual.
The use of a substitute replacement component which
does not have the same safety characteristics as the
PIONEER recommended replacement one, shown in the
parts list in this Service Manual, may create shock, fire,
or other hazards.
Product Safety is continuously under review and new
instructions are issued from time to time. For the latest
information, always consult the current PIONEER Service
Manual. A subscription to, or additional copies of,
PIONEER Service Manual may be obtained at a nominal
charge from PIONEER.
Leakage
current
tester
Reading should
not be above
0.5 mA
Device
under
test
Test all
exposed metal
surfaces
Also test with
plug reversed
(Using AC adapter
plug as required)
Earth
ground
AC Leakage Test
(FOR USA MODEL ONLY)
WARNING
This product may contain a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer, or birth defects or other reproductive
harm.
Health & Safety Code Section 25249.6 - Proposition 65
This service manual is intended for qualified service technicians ; it is not meant for the casual do-ityourselfer. Qualified technicians have the necessary test equipment and tools, and have been trained
to properly and safely repair complex products such as those covered by this manual.
Improperly performed repairs can adversely affect the safety and reliability of the product and may
void the warranty. If you are not qualified to perform the repair of this product properly and safely, you
should not risk trying to do so and refer the repair to a qualified service technician.
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[Important Check Points for Good Servicing]
In this manual, procedures that must be performed during repairs are marked with the below symbol.
Please be sure to confirm and follow these procedures.
1. Product safety
Please conform to product regulations (such as safety and radiation regulations), and maintain a safe servicing environment by
following the safety instructions described in this manual.
1 Use specified parts for repair.
Use genuine parts. Be sure to use important parts for safety.
2 Do not perform modifications without proper instructions.
Please follow the specified safety methods when modification(addition/change of parts) is required due to interferences such as
radio/TV interference and foreign noise.
3 Make sure the soldering of repaired locations is properly performed.
When you solder while repairing, please be sure that there are no cold solder and other debris.
Soldering should be finished with the proper quantity. (Refer to the example)
4 Make sure the screws are tightly fastened.
Please be sure that all screws are fastened, and that there are no loose screws.
5 Make sure each connectors are correctly inserted.
Please be sure that all connectors are inserted, and that there are no imperfect insertion.
6 Make sure the wiring cables are set to their original state.
Please replace the wiring and cables to the original state after repairs.
In addition, be sure that there are no pinched wires, etc.
7 Make sure screws and soldering scraps do not remain inside the product.
Please check that neither solder debris nor screws remain inside the product.
8 There should be no semi-broken wires, scratches, melting, etc. on the coating of the power cord.
Damaged power cords may lead to fire accidents, so please be sure that there are no damages.
If you find a damaged power cord, please exchange it with a suitable one.
9 There should be no spark traces or similar marks on the power plug.
When spark traces or similar marks are found on the power supply plug, please check the connection and advise on secure
connections and suitable usage. Please exchange the power cord if necessary.
a Safe environment should be secured during servicing.
When you perform repairs, please pay attention to static electricity, furniture, household articles, etc. in order to prevent injuries.
Please pay attention to your surroundings and repair safely.
2. Adjustments
To keep the original performance of the products, optimum adjustments and confirmation of characteristics within specification.
Adjustments should be performed in accordance with the procedures/instructions described in this manual.
4. Cleaning
For parts that require cleaning, such as optical pickups, tape deck heads, lenses and mirrors used in projection monitors, proper
cleaning should be performed to restore their performances.
3. Lubricants, Glues, and Replacement parts
Use grease and adhesives that are equal to the specified substance.
Make sure the proper amount is applied.
5. Shipping mode and Shipping screws
To protect products from damages or failures during transit, the shipping mode should be set or the shipping screws should be
installed before shipment. Please be sure to follow this method especially if it is specified in this manual.
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CONTENTS
SAFETY INFORMATION ..........................................................................................................................................................2
1. SERVICE PRECAUTIONS ....................................................................................................................................................5
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C
D
E
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1.1 NOTES ON SOLDERING ...............................................................................................................................................5
1.2 NOTES ON REPLACING PARTS ...................................................................................................................................5
1.3 CAUTION ........................................................................................................................................................................5
2. SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................................................................................................................6
2.1 SPECIFICATIONS...........................................................................................................................................................6
2.2 PANEL FACILITIES .........................................................................................................................................................7
3. BASIC ITEMS FOR SERVICE.............................................................................................................................................11
3.1 CHECK POINTS AFTER SERVICING..........................................................................................................................11
3.2 PCB LOCATIONS .........................................................................................................................................................12
3.3 JIGS LIST......................................................................................................................................................................13
4. BLOCK DIAGRAM...............................................................................................................................................................14
4.1 OVERALL WIRING DIAGRAM......................................................................................................................................14
4.2 DIGITAL AUDIO BLOCK DIAGRAM..............................................................................................................................16
4.3 ANALOG AUDIO BLOCK DIAGRAM ............................................................................................................................18
4.4 DIGITAL VIDEO BLOCK DIAGRAM..............................................................................................................................19
4.5 ANALOG VIDEO BLOCK DIAGRAM ............................................................................................................................20
4.6 GND BLOCK DIAGRAM ...............................................................................................................................................22
5. DIAGNOSIS.........................................................................................................................................................................25
5.1 DIAGNOSIS FLOWCHART...........................................................................................................................................25
5.2 ERROR INDICATIONS..................................................................................................................................................40
6. SERVICE MODE .................................................................................................................................................................41
6.1 TEST MODE .................................................................................................................................................................41
7. DISASSEMBLY ....................................................................................................................................................................43
8. EACH SETTING AND ADJUSTMENT ................................................................................................................................50
8.1 HOW TO UPDATE FIRMWARE ....................................................................................................................................50
8.2 IDLE CURRENT ADJUSTMENT ..................................................................................................................................53
9. EXPLODED VIEWS AND P
ARTS LIST...............................................................................................................................54
9.1 PACKING SECTION......................................................................................................................................................54
9.2 EXTERIOR SECTION...................................................................................................................................................56
10. SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM ....................................................................................................................................................60
10.1 AUDIO ASSY ..............................................................................................................................................................60
10.2 COMPONENT ASSY ..................................................................................................................................................62
10.3 COMPOSITE, MIC, F-VIDEO and BRIDGE2 ASSYS.................................................................................................64
10.4 F-HDMI, USB MTG and HDMI MTG ASSYS ..............................................................................................................66
10.5 AMP ASSY..................................................................................................................................................................68
10.6 DISPLAY, HEADPHONE and POWER SW ASSYS....................................................................................................70
10.7 D-MAIN ASSY (1/12) ..................................................................................................................................................72
10.8 D-MAIN ASSY (2/12) ..................................................................................................................................................78
10.9 D-MAIN ASSY (3/12) ..................................................................................................................................................80
10.10 D-MAIN ASSY (4/12) ................................................................................................................................................82
10.11 D-MAIN ASSY
(5/12) ................................................................................................................................................84
10.12 D-MAIN ASSY (6/12) ................................................................................................................................................86
10.13 D-MAIN ASSY (7/12) ................................................................................................................................................88
10.14 D-MAIN ASSY (8/12) ................................................................................................................................................90
10.15 D-MAIN ASSY (9/12) ................................................................................................................................................92
10.16 D-MAIN ASSY (10/12) ..............................................................................................................................................94
10.17 D-MAIN ASSY (11/12) ..............................................................................................................................................96
10.18 D-MAIN ASSY (12/12) ..............................................................................................................................................98
10.19 MAIN and BRIDGE1 ASSYS ..................................................................................................................................100
11. PCB CONNECTION DIAGRAM ......................................................................................................................................102
11.1 AUDIO ASSY ............................................................................................................................................................102
11.2 COMPONENT ASSY
................................................................................................................................................104
11.3 COMPOSITE, MIC, F-VIDEO and BRIDGE2 ASSYS...............................................................................................106
11.4 F-HDMI, USB MTG and HDMI MTG ASSYS ............................................................................................................108
11.5 AMP ASSY................................................................................................................................................................110
11.6 DISPLAY, HEADPHONE and POWER SW ASSYS..................................................................................................114
11.7 D-MAIN ASSY...........................................................................................................................................................118
11.8 MAIN ASSY...............................................................................................................................................................122
11.9 BRIDGE1, GUIDE3 GIUIDE-L and GUIDE-R ASSYS ..............................................................................................126
12. PCB PARTS LIST ............................................................................................................................................................128
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• For environmental protection, lead-free solder is used on the printed circuit boards mounted in this unit.
Be sure to use lead-free solder and a soldering iron that can meet specifications for use with lead-free solders for repairs
accompanied by reworking of soldering.
• Compared with conventional eutectic solders, lead-free solders have higher melting points, by approximately 40 ºC.
Therefore, for lead-free soldering, the tip temperature of a soldering iron must be set to around 373 ºC in general, although
the temperature depends on the heat capacity of the PC board on which reworking is required and the weight of the tip of
the soldering iron.
Do NOT use a soldering iron whose tip temperature cannot be controlled.
Compared with eutectic solders, lead-free solders have higher bond strengths but slower wetting times and higher melting
temperatures (hard to melt/easy to harden).
The following lead-free solders are available as service parts:
• Parts numbers of lead-free solder:
GYP1006 1.0 in dia.
GYP1007 0.6 in dia.
GYP1008 0.3 in dia.
The part listed below is difficult to replace as a discrete component part.
When the part listed in the table is defective, replace whole Assy.
EMMA2RL2 UPD61283F1-407LU2A BGA
IC1501 HDMI Receiver SII9233ACTU IC with heat-pad
Assy Name
D-MAIN Assy
IC800
7028069261010-IL
PCB Assy Part No.
Ref No. Function Part No.
Parts that is Difficult to Replace
Remarks
• Discharging
For more detail, please refer to “7. DISASSEMBLY - 1. Discharging”.
• Notes on Ground Points Connection
For more detail, please refer to “7. DISASSEMBLY - 2. Notes on Ground Points Connection”.
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1.1 NOTES ON SOLDERING
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1.2 NOTES ON REPLACING PARTS
1.3 CAUTION
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Item to be checked regarding video Item to be checked regarding audio
Block noise Distortion
Horizontal noise Noise
Flicker Volume too low
Disturbed image (video jumpiness) Volume too high
Too dark Volume fluctuating
Too bright Sound interrupted
Mottled color
No. Procedures Check points
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Confirm whether the customer complain has been solved.
If the customer complain occurs with the particular source,
such as Dolby Digital, DTS, AAC, DVD-A and HDMI, input it for
the operation check.
The customer complain must not be reappeared.
Video, Audio and operations must be normal.
Check the analog audio playback.
(Make the analog connections with a DVD player.)
Each channel audio and operations must be normal.
Check the digital audio playback.
(Make the digital connections with a DVD player.)
Each channel audio and operations must be normal.
Check surround playback.
(Select Surround mode and check the multichannel operations
via the DSP circuit.)
Each channel audio and operations must be normal.
Check the tuner (AM and FM) operations. Audio and operations must be normal.
Check the video outputs.
(Connect with a DVD player.)
Video and operations must be normal.
Check the sound from headphone output. Sound must be normal, without noise.
Check the appearance of the product. No scratches or dirt on its appearance after receiving it for
service.
Items to be checked after servicing / VSX, SC
To keep the product quality after servicing, confirm recommended check points shown below.
See the table below for the items to be checked regarding video and audio.
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3. BASIC ITEMS FOR SERVICE
3.1 CHECK POINTS AFTER SERVICING
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NSP 1..MAIN ASSY 7025HK0918010-IL
2..MAIN ASSY 7028069211010-IL
2..BRIDGE1 ASSY 7028069213010-IL
2..GUIDE-L ASSY 7028069214010-IL
2..GUIDE-R ASSY 7028069215010-IL
2..GUIDE3 ASSY 7028069218010-IL
NSP 1..FRONT ASSY (VSX-1020-K) 7025HK0918011-IL
NSP 1..FRONT ASSY (VSX-1025-K) 7025HK0918051-IL
2..DISPLAY ASSY (VSX-1020-K) 7028069221010-IL
2..DISPLAY ASSY (VSX-1025-K) 70280692210C0-IL
2..POWER SW ASSY 7028069222010-IL
2..USB MTG ASSY 7028069223010-IL
2..HDMI MTG ASSY 7028069224010-IL
2..HEADPHONE ASSY 7028069225010-IL
NSP 1..AMP ASSY 7025HK0918012-IL
2..AMP ASSY 7028069531010-IL
NSP 1..INPUT ASSY 7025HK0918013-IL
2..AUDIO ASSY 7028069241010-IL
2..COMPONENT ASSY 7028069242010-IL
2..COMPOSITE ASSY 7028069243010-IL
2..BRIDGE2 ASSY 7028069244010-IL
2..F-VIDEO ASSY 7028069245010-IL
2..MIC ASSY 7028069246010-IL
NSP 1..F-HDMI ASSY 7025HK0918014-IL
2..F-HDMI ASSY 7028069251010-IL
NSP 1..D-MAIN ASSY 7025HK0918015-IL
2..D-MAIN ASSY 7028069261010-IL
Mark No. Description Part No. Mark No. Description Part No.
LIST OF ASSEMBLIES
NOTES: - Parts marked by “NSP” are generally unavailable because they are not in our Master Spare Parts List.
-
The > mark found on some component parts indicates the importance of the safety factor of the part.
Therefore, when replacing, be sure to use parts of identical designation.
Jigs List
Jig Name Part No. Remarks
7P extension jig cable GGD1671 Diagnosis (AMP Assy ↔ MAIN Assy)
2P short connector jig GGD1672 Diagnosis (Posistor ↔ MAIN Assy)
13P extension jig cable GGD1669 Diagnosis (AMP Assy ↔ AUDIO Assy)
8P extension jig cable GGD1670 Diagnosis (AMP Assy ↔ MAIN Assy)
Board to board extension jig cable GGD1675 Diagnosis (COMPONENT Assy ↔ MAIN Assy)
Lubricants and Glues List
Name Part No. Remarks
Silicon grease GEM1057 Refer to “9.2 EXTERIOR SECTION”.
Silicon adhesive GYA1011 (KE40RTV-W) Refer to “9.2 EXTERIOR SECTION”.
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Step 1: MUTE pin
Replace IC301.
Replace D582.
To Step 2
To Step 3
Step 0: Preliminary confirmation
Confirm the following items before checking
Do
screws of
earth terminal (KN481)
securely tighten
?
Tighten screws securely.
Note:
If this section is not fixed,
the GND for DSP module
may lifted from the chassis
and cause instable potential
and lead to product failures.
No
Ye s
To Step 1
IC301 (Pin 84) (or R324)
Is the
voltage of output
signal 0 V
?
No
No
Ye s
Replace IC582 (side B).
NG
Replace IC581.
NG
DSP1MUTE
V+5_DDD1
Check the Q1900 and
its periphery block.
Check the C121, C114,
C509 and C459.
Check the C333.
IC581 (Pin 1)
Is the
voltage of around
5 V input?
Is the
voltage of 3.3 V
output?
No
Ye s
(to chassis)
V+3R3_D
(to chassis)
D582 (Cathode)
Is the
voltage of around
2.7 V output
?
No
Ye s
IC581 (Pin 3)
No
Ye s
Is the
voltage of 1 V
input?
C333 (+ side)
No
Ye s
V+1_DSPF
NG
Check the C506 and C527.
Check the MAIN Assy.
Is the
voltage of 5 V
input?
C506 (+ side)
No
Ye s
V+5_DAC
NG
Check the C606, C656, C706
and C756.
Replace Q551 (side B).
Is the
voltage of 5 V
input?
C606 (+ side)
No
Ye s
V+5_DACA
NG
Check the C552.
Replace R552.
Is the
voltage of around
5 V input?
C552 (+ side)
No
Ye s
V+5_DACD
Step 2: Power supply
Simplified diagnosis
Errors in the Audio Part of the D-MAIN Assy (those simply and roughly predictable by machine operation only)
• Sound abnormality in Delay
If sound abnormality does not occur in the Delay OFF state but occurs in the Delay ON state, it is most likely that a failure
has occurred in SDRAM (IC251) or LATCH (IC281, IC291) in the DSP Part.
• No sound at analog signal input
If sound abnormality does not occur with digital signal input (COAX, OPT, etc.) but occurs only with analog signal input,
it is most likely that a failure has occurred in the AD converter (IC501).
• No sound with the PQLS ON (normal sound with the PQLS OFF)
If no sound is output during CD playback with the PQLS ON, it is most likely that a failure has occurred in the crystal
oscillator (X361). (Diagnosis point A)
<If no sound is output in Multi-Channel-Signal Playback or Surround mode with the COAX, OPT, USB, and HDMI inputs>
• Assume that the LCRs are neither in poor connection nor damaged.
• Assume that diagnosis is performed from Side A.
• This shows failure analysis for the DSP Part of the D-MAIN Assy.
DSP Troubleshooting
Check the DSP and down
stream block. Go to step 6.
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4
5
6
7
8
2
3
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• The parts marked like in the following chart are located in "Check Points of the D-MAIN Assy."
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5.1 DIAGNOSIS FLOWCHART
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Step 4: DIR
Step 4-1
Check the parts and patterns
in the path.
Check the HDMI part, and the parts
and patterns in the path.
Check the OPTICAL IN JACK,
and parts and patterns in the path.
Check the path to
the IC1305
(Port expander).
R101, R102
OPT
Check that the S/PDIF signal is output.
Check that changes by pulling out and inserting the digital
input lines.
Can
observe the
digital signal
?
No
(0 V ⇔ 4 V)
Ye s
R122, R123
COAX
Can
observe the
digital signal
?
No
Ye s
Ye s
Check that it changes in the Playback and Pause modes of
the HDMI.
(0 V ⇔ 3.3 V)
IC101 (Pin 5)
From HDMI part
Can
observe the
digital signal
?
No
(1.65 V center, amplitude more than 0.2 Vp-p)
Step 3: X'tal
To Step 4
Check the X362 (side B).
Replace IC361.
Replace IC361.
Ye s
IC361 (Pins 1, 3, 5, 13)
IC361 (Pins 2, 4, 6, 12)
No
NG
Is there
a 24.576 MHz
input?
No
Is there
a 24.576 MHz
output?
Ye s
Replace IC101.
Ye s
No
Is there
a bit clock
output?
(0 V ⇔ 3.3 V)
To Step 5-3
Replace IC101.
(0 V ⇔ 3.3 V)
Ye s
No
Is there
a LR clock
output?
Replace IC101.
Ye s
R117
XDIRRST
No
NG
Is the
input signal
3.3 V?
Replace IC101.
(0 V ⇔ 3.3 V)
Ye s
No
Is there a
data output?
(0 V ⇔ 3.3 V)
IC101 (Pin 23) (or R110)
DIRMCLK (Master clock)
IC101 (Pin 24) (or R111)
DIRLRCK (LR clock)
IC101 (Pin 25) (or R112)
DIRADAT (Data)
IC101 (Pin 26) (or R113)
DIRBCK (Bit clock)
No
Ye s
Is there a
master clock
output?
Check that the data and clock signals are output.
• When the COAX or OPT is input, go to Step 4.
• When the HDMI (SPDIF path) is input, go to Step 4-1.
Used Source:
[dts HD High Resolution Audio], [dts HD LBR],
[Dolby Digital Plus], [2ch of 48kHz sampling rate or less],
[Other compression stream]
• When the HDMI (SACD) is input, go to Step 5-1.
Used Source: [SACD]
• When the HDMI (I2S path) is input, go to Step 5-2.
Used Source:
[dts HD Master Audio], [Dolby True HD],
[PCM or LPCM of 88.2kHz sampling rate or more],
[LPCM Multi ch]
• When the USB is input, go to Step 5-3.
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Step 1: Power supply
CN1900 (Pins 1, 2)
Is the
voltage of around
13 V input
?
No
Ye s
V+13_UN
Check IC1900 and its
peripheral circuits.
<When no image is displayed after the unit is turned on, the HDMI LED on the front panel lights, and the HDMI or analog signal is input.>
• If conversion between 480i and 480p is not possible, it is most likely that IC800 is in failure. Check its peripheral circuits.
• Assume that the LCRs are neither in poor connection nor damaged.
• Analog video Convert (Ex.: S → COMPONENT) is satisfied by diagnosing the input and output.
• Although diagnosis is assumed to be performed from Side A, the wiring numbers on Side B are also described in the flowchart.
• This shows failure analysis for the HDMI & DVC Part of the D-MAIN Assy.
• The confirmation of peripheral circuits means mainly a power supply of IC, a sync signal, a existence of the input/output signal,
a conduction check and the appearance check of the bridges.
HDMI & DVC Block Troubleshooting
Check the MAIN Assy.
L1902
Is the
voltage of 5 V
output?
No
NG
Ye s
V+5_DDD
Check Q1900 and its periphery.
(Pins 1,2,5,6: around 9 V
Pin 3: around 6 V Square wave)
A
B
Check IC1900 and its
peripheral circuits.
R1916
Is the
voltage of around
5 V output?
No
NG
Ye s
V+5_HD
Check Q1900 and its periphery.
(Pins 1,2,5,6: around 9 V
Pin 3: around 6 V Square wave)
C
IC1100 (Pin 5) (side B)
Is the
voltage of around
3.3 V output
?
No
Ye s
V+3R3_EM_V
Check IC1100 and its peripheral
circuits.
Check IC1101 and its peripheral
circuits.
Check IC1102 and its peripheral
circuits.
Check IC1104 and its peripheral
circuits.
IC1101 (Pin 5) (side B)
Is the
voltage of around
3.3 V output
?
No
Ye s
V+3R3_EM_D
IC1102 (Pin 5) (side B)
Is the
voltage of around
2.5 V output
?
No
Ye s
V+2R5_EM
IC1104 (Pin 5) (side B)
Is the
voltage of around
1 V output
?
No
Ye s
V+1_EM
Check IC1930 and its
peripheral circuits.
L1931
Is the
voltage of around
3.3 V output
?
No
NG
Ye s
V+3R3_HHH
Check Q1930 and its periphery.
(Pin 1: around 7.5 V Square wave
Pins 5,6: around 16.5 V)
D
Check IC1930 and its
peripheral circuits.
L1932
Is the
voltage of around
1.8 V output
?
No
NG
Ye s
V+1R8_HHH
Check Q1931 and its periphery.
(Pin 1: around 5.5 V Square wave
Pins 7,8: around 16.5 V)
D
A
• The parts marked like in the following chart are located in "Check Points of the D-MAIN Assy."
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Step 2: X'tal
Step 4: HDMI IN, HDMI OUT
To Step 3
Ye s
IC803 (Pins 5, 7) (side B)
IC1302 (Pin 7)
No
Is there
a 27 MHz
output?
No
Is there
a 36.864 MHz
output?
Ye s
E
To Step 4
CLK27EMMA, CLK27ABT
XHDTX1RST
F
JA1601-JA1604 (Pin 18)
Step 4-1: HDMI IN 1, 2, 3, 4
Is the voltage
around 5 V ?
No
Ye s
+5V
Check the soldering of JA1601JA1604 and the source equipment
connected in JA1601-JA1604.
JA1601-JA1604 (Pin 19)
Is the voltage
around 5 V ?
No
Ye s
Hot plug detect
Check IC1501 and its peripheral
circuits.
Check IC803 and its peripheral
circuits.
Step 3: RESET
Ye s
R931 (side B)
No
Is the
voltage "H"
(around 3.3 V)
?
XEMRST
Check the soldering and parts of
the path.
Ye s
R1851 (side B)
No
Is the
voltage "H"
(around 3.3 V)
?
XVSRST
Check the soldering and parts of
the path.
Ye s
IC1300 (Pin 91)
No
Is the
voltage "H"
(around 3.3 V)
?
XGARST
Check the soldering and parts of
the path.
Ye s
R1509
No
Is the
voltage "H"
(around 3.3 V)
?
Check the soldering and parts of
the path.
G
H
Ye s
R9018
No
Is the
voltage "H"
(around 3.3 V)
?
Check the soldering and parts of
the path.
Check IC1302 and its peripheral
circuits.
X1501 (Pins 1, 3)
No
Is there a
27 MHz input or
output?
Ye s
F
Q
JA1601-JA1604 (Pins 15,16)
Does
a signal output in
constant period
?
No
Ye s
DDC (SDA/SCL)
Check the soldering of JA1601JA1604.
JA1601-JA1604
(Pins 1,3,4,6,7,9,10,12)
Is there
0.5Vp-p in CLK
and DATA?
No
Ye s
TMDS signal
Check the soldering of JA1601JA1604.
Check X1501 and IC1501
and its peripheral circuits.
X1701 (Pins 1, 3)
No
Is there
a 28.63636 MHz
output?
Ye s
Check X1701 and IC1701
and its peripheral circuits.
R1270
No
Is there
a 48 MHz
signal?
Ye s
Check IC1251 and its peripheral
circuits.
A
A
2 3 4
B
C
D
E
F
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Step 5: COMPONENT IN
Step 5-1: HDMI OUT (more than 480p)
CN1254 (Pin 14)
Is the voltage
"H" ?
No
Ye s
COMPDET
Check CN1254 and diagnose
the COMPONENT Assy.
P
CN1254 (Pins 2,4,6)
Is there a
analog video
signal? *
No
Ye s
Y_IN, CB_IN, CR_IN
* Diagnose it from the COMPONENT Assy side.
Check CN1254 and diagnose
the COMPONENT Assy.
Q1151,Q1155,Q1157
(Emitter), (side B)
Are the
signals output at
emitter?
No
Ye s
SG_A, SG_B, SG_C
Check Q1151, Q1155, Q1157 and
its peripheral circuits.
IC1701 (Pins 2,5-8,12-19,
25-28,59-62,64),R1706
(side B)
Are the
signals output?
No
Q** RXHSYNC, RXVSYNC, RXOCLK
Check IC1701 and its peripheral
circuits.
Ye s
IC1807,IC1808(side B),
IC1809,IC1810(side B),
IC1811(side B)
(Pins 11-17)
Are the
signals output?
No
P** HSYNC, VSYNC, PDE, PDCLK
Check IC1807-IC1811 and its
peripheral circuits.
Ye s
To Step 5-2
B
Step 4-3: HDMI IN 4 (Front IN)
To Step 5
CN1601 (Pin 18)
Is the voltage
around 5 V ?
No
NG
NG
Ye s
V+5_F
Check the soldering of CN1601.
Diagnose the F-HDMI Assy.
NG
Diagnose the F-HDMI Assy.
NG
Diagnose the F-HDMI Assy.
NG
Check IC1501 and its peripheral
circuits.
Check the source equipment.
CN1601 (Pins 15,16)
Does
a signal output in
constant period
?
No
Ye s
DDC (SDA/SCL)
Check the soldering of CN1601.
IC1601 (Pins 25,26,
28,29,31,32,34,35)
Is there
0.5Vp-p in CLK
and DATA?
No
Ye s
TMDS signal
IC1601 (Pins 48,49,51,
52,54,55,57,58)
TMDS signal
Check IC1601 and its peripheral
circuits.
Is there
0.5Vp-p in CLK
and DATA?
No
Ye s
Check the soldering between
IC1601 and CN1601.
CN1601
(Pins 1,3,4,6,7,9,10,12)
TMDS signal
Is there
0.5Vp-p in CLK
and DATA?
No
Ye s
Check the soldering of CN1601.
N
N
O
A
Whole
diagram
Analog IN, HDMI OUT
A
2 3 4
B
C
D
E
F
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Step 5-2: Component IN, HDMI OUT (at 480i)
Q
P
Step 6: HDMI OUT
CN1254 (Pin 16)
Is there a
luminance
signal?
No
Ye s
A_VVYIN
Check CN1254 and diagnose
the COMPONENT Assy.
IC1701 (Pin 36) (side B)
Are there
color and luminance
signals?
No
Ye s
A_VVYIN
Check the soldering between
IC1701 and CN1254 and its
peripheral circuits.
IC1701 (Pins 2,5-8,59-62,
64),R1706 (side B)
Are the
signals output?
No
Ye s
Q** RXHSYNC, RXVSYNC,
RXOCLK
Check IC1701 and its peripheral
circuits.
IC1805 (Pins 3-9),
IC1806 (Pin 4) (side B)
Perform the same check items up to those
for IC1805 and IC1806 of Step 7.
Are the
signals output?
No
Ye s
Q16-23
VICLK
Check IC1805, IC1806 and its
peripheral circuits.
C
To Step 7
C
IC1801 (Pins 11-13),
IC1802, IC1803 (Pins 11-18),
IC1804 (Pin 4) (side B)
Are the
signals output?
No
Ye s
PHSYNC, PVSYNC, PDE
P**
PCLK
Check IC1801 to IC1804 and its
peripheral circuits.
IC800 (through hole)
(Pins E13,D13,E12,D12,E11,
D11,E10,D10,D15) (side B)
Are there
signals?
No
Ye s
VID0-7, VICLK
Check IC1805 and IC1806 and its
peripheral circuits.
Check the soldering.
Check IC800 and its peripheral
circuits. Check the soldering.
R872-R875,R878,R879,
R884-R887
Is there a
signal?
No
Ye s
VOD,VOCLK
Replace the D-MAIN Assy.
To Step 6
B
6 7 8
A
B
C
D
5
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F
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Step 7: COMPOSITE IN, HDMI OUT
CN1254 (Pin 16)
Is there a
signal?
No
Ye s
A_VVYIN
Check CN1254 and diagnose
the COMPONENT Assy.
P
IC1701 (Pin 36) (side B)
Is there a
signal?
No
Ye s
A_VVYIN
Check the soldering between
IC1701 and CN1254 and its
peripheral circuits.
IC1701 (Pins 2,5-8,59-62,
64),R1706 (side B)
Are the
signals output?
No
Ye s
Q** RXHSYNC, RXVSYNC,
RXOCLK
Check IC1701 and its peripheral
circuits.
IC1805 (Pins 3-9),
IC1806 (Pin 4) (side B)
Are the
signals output?
No
Q16-23
VICLK
Check IC1805, IC1806 and its
peripheral circuits.
Ye s
To Step 8
C
Step 8: COMPONENT IN
COMPONENT OUT
Perform the same check items up to
those for IC1701 and R1706 of Step 5-1.
R1214
Are there
signals?
No
NG
Ye s
A_VCYOUT_EM
R1219
A_VCBOUT_EM
R1224
A_VCROUT_EM
Replace the D-MAIN Assy.
P
Q
Q
IC1805 (Pins 3-9),
IC1806 (Pin 4) (side B)
Are the
signals output?
No
Ye s
Q16-23
VICLK
Note: When the connection is Composite S OUT, refer to the
diagnose of IC800 and later in steps 9 and 10.
Check the soldering between
IC1701 and IC1805, IC1806.
CN1254 (Pin 8)
Are there
signals?
No
Ye s
A_VCYOUT
CN1254 (Pin 10)
A_VCBOUT
CN1254 (Pin 12)
Diagnose the COMPONENT Assy.
A_VCROUT
Check the soldering and
connection of the CN1254.
Check Q1202 and its peripheral circuits.
Check Q1203 and its peripheral circuits.
Check Q1204 and its peripheral circuits.
Are there
signals?
No
Ye s
A_VCYOUT
A_VCBOUT
A_VCROUT
Replace Q1202, Q1203, Q1204
and its peripheral parts.
IC800 (through hole)
(Pins E13,D13,E12,D12,E11,
D11,E10,D10,D15) (side B)
Are there
signals?
No
Ye s
VID0-7, VICLK
Check IC1805, IC1806 and its
peripheral circuits.
Check IC800 and its peripheral
circuits.
DVC ON, Analog IN, OUT
A
2 3 4
B
C
D
E
F
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Step 9: S IN, S OUT
To Step 10
Perform the same check items up to
those for IC1805 and IC1806 of Step 6.
R1203
Are there
signals?
No
NG
Ye s
A_VSYOUT_EM
R1209
A_VSCOUT_EM
Diagnose the IC800 (through hole) of Composite/S/
Component OUT and later.
Replace the D-MAIN Assy.
S
Q
Q
Q
Q
Note: When the connection is Composite OUT and Component OUT,
refer to the diagnose of IC800 and later in steps 8 and 10.
Note: When the connection is S Component OUT,
refer to the diagnose of IC800 and later in steps 8 and 9.
CN1254 (Pin 19)
Are there
signals?
No
Ye s
A_VSYOUT
CN1254 (Pin 21)
A_VSCOUT
Check the soldering and
connection of the CN1254.
P
Is there a
signal?
No
Ye s
CN1254 (Pin 8)
Diagnose the COMPONENT Assy.
A_VCYOUT
Check the soldering and
connection of the CN1254.
Check Q1202 and its peripheral circuits.
Q1200 Emitter
Q1201 Emitter
Are there
signals?
No
Ye s
Check Q1200, Q1201 and
its peripheral parts.
Is there a
signal?
No
Ye s
Replace Q1202 and its peripheral
parts.
IC800 (through hole)
(Pins E13,D13,E12,D12,E11,
D11,E10,D10,D15) (side B)
Are there
signals?
No
Ye s
VID0-7, VICLK
Check IC1805, IC1806 and its
peripheral circuits.
IC800 (through hole)
(Pins E13,D13,E12,D12,E11,
D11,E10,D10,D15) (side B)
Are there
signals?
No
Ye s
VID0-7, VICLK
Check IC1805, IC1806 and its
peripheral circuits.
Check IC800 and its peripheral
circuits. Check the soldering.
Step 10: COMPOSITE IN, COMPOSITE OUT
(at DVC ON)
Step 11: GUI/JPEG (USB)
Composite/S/Component OUT
Go to .
C
Step 12: GUI/JPEG (USB)
HDMI OUT
Perform the same check items up to
those for IC1805 and IC1806 of Step 7.
Is there a
signal?
No
Ye s
R1214
Replace the D-MAIN Assy.
A_VCYOUT_EM
A_VCYOUT
Check IC800 and its peripheral
circuits. Check the soldering.
NG
6 7 8
A
B
C
D
E
F
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Item
[Error Indications]
[Purpose]
Error Indications When an Abnormality in The Amplifier System is Detected
[How to Enter Release Mode]
FL Display
LED
Flashes
NG
Count.
Detection
Method
Process After Detection Description / Remarks
“AMP DC”
(“DC output from
SP term”)
detection
Flashing
"AMP ERR"
for 3 seconds
MCACC
LED
DC
XDCERR
(Pin 80 of IC3004)
Detect "L"
1) Muting on, speaker relay off.
2) "AMP ERR" flashing
3) Shutdown after 3 seconds.
4) "MCACC" LED flashing
5) Power on is not acceptable.
To detect high DC output from amplifier damage
(defect status).
A process to protect speakers (for protection of
connected external devices).
For checking, refer to "How to enter release
mode" below.
If the DC detection port become “H” for
3 seconds, the unit will returns to normal
condition automatically.
“AMP overload”
detection.
N/A
iPod
LED
OL
XOLERR
(Pin 71 of IC3004)
Detect "L"
1) Muting on, speaker relay off.
2) Shutdown immediately.
3) "iPod" LED flashing
4) Power on is acceptable.
To detect overloading (abnormal status) with
low-load driving or a short circuit of the speaker
terminals (for protection of the amplifier).
“Over Heat”
detection.
Flashing
"AMP
OVERHEAT"
for 3 seconds
Center
Blue
LED
STMP
TEMPERR5
(Pin 72 of IC3004)
Detect "H"
1) Muting on, speaker relay off,
2) "OVERHEAT" flashing
3) Shutdown after 3 seconds.
4) "Center Blue" LED flashing
5) Power on is acceptable after
1 minute.
To detect overheat of inner tempareture.
"Abnormality DC
voltage of the
Digital power
supply" detection
N/A PQLS DERR
XVDDERR
(Pin 70 of IC3004)
Detect "L"
1) Muting on, speaker relay off.
2) Shutdown immediately.
3) "PQLS" LED flashing
4) Power on is acceptable.
To detect the abnormality voltage of Digital
power supply circuit for the D-MAIN Assy.
"USB Overload"
detection
“Over Current"
No Flashing
N/A N/A
USB ERR
(Pin M3 of IC800)
Detect "H"
1) Bass Power off
2) Display "Over Current"
3) Power on is acceptable
To detect the connected USB device is
overload. (over 500 mA)
“BT Adapter
overload”
detection.
"ADP
OVERLOAD"
No Flashing
N/A N/A
BTOL
(Pin N3 of IC800)
Detect "H"
1) Adapter port power off
2) Display "ADP OVERLOAD"
To detect the connected Blue Tooth Adapter
device is overload. (over 100 mA)
"HDCP of HDMI
Error"
detection
Flashes
“HDCP
ERR
OR”
for 5 seconds
N/A N/A
Read Register
value
1) Display "HDCP ERROR"
The monitor does not support HDCP type or
is in standby mode.
(Warning indication for HDMI Simplay)
"Analog Input
Over"
detection
During Standby mode, simultaneously press and hold the “TUNE ↓” and “MULTI-ZONE ON/OFF” keys for 5 seconds.
Errors upon detection of abnormalities in the amp system are indicated.
“OVER”
Icon lights
1 second
N/A N/A
DSP firmware
Detect
While the Icon lights 1 second,
when there is no ANALOG INPUT
OVER detection, the Icon stops
lighting and returns to normal
display.
To detect the over-input of the analog audio to
the A/D converter.
When the Icon lights frequently, output level of
the source equipment is high and a sound is
distorted. Turn on the Analog Att switch.
2 3 4
5.2 ERROR INDICATIONS
A
B
C
D
E
F
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B
1. Idle Current Adjustment
• Adjustment Point and Measurement Points.... see fig1.
AMP ASSY
[Fig. 1]
SIDE A
Idle current
VR: V1201FL
TP1201FL 1 PIN
TEST POINT (–)
TP1201FL 3 PIN
TEST POINT (+)
TP1201SBR 3 PIN
TEST POINT (+)
TP1201SBR 1 PIN
TEST POINT (–)
TP1201SBL 3 PIN
TEST POINT (+)
TP1201SBL 1 PIN
TEST POINT (–)
TP1201FR 3 PIN
TEST POINT (+)
TP1201FR 1 PIN
TEST POINT (–)
Idle current
VR: V1201C
Idle current
VR: V1201SR
Idle current
VR: V1201FR
Idle current
VR: V1201SBL
Idle current
VR: V1201SBR
Idle current
VR: V1201SL
TP1201C 3 PIN
TEST POINT (+)
TP1201C 1 PIN
TEST POINT (–)
TP1201SR 3 PIN
TEST POINT (+)
TP1201SR 1 PIN
TEST POINT (–)
TP1201SL 1 PIN
TEST POINT (–)
TP1201SL 3 PIN
TEST POINT (+)
Measurement Points
Adjustment
Points
Procedure
V1201FL
TP1201FL 3PIN : TEST POINT(+)
TP1201FL 1PIN : TEST POINT(–)
1 Turn on the power.
2 Perform aging for one minute.
3 Connect a digital voltmeter to the measurement point.
4 Turn the adjustment VR so that the voltage becomes
in 2.0 mV ± 0.2 mV.
(Condition : No signal and no load)
V1201FL
TP1201FR 3PIN : TEST POINT(+)
TP1201FR 1PIN : TEST POINT(–)
V1201C
TP1201C 3PIN : TEST POINT(+)
TP1201C 1PIN : TEST POINT(–)
V1201SL
TP1201SL 3PIN : TEST POINT(+)
TP1201SL 1PIN : TEST POINT(–)
V1201SR
TP1201SR 3PIN : TEST POINT(+)
TP1201SR 1PIN : TEST POINT(–)
V1201SBL
TP1201SBL 3PIN : TEST POINT(+)
TP1201SBL 1PIN : TEST POINT(–)
V1201SBR
TP1201SBR 3PIN : TEST POINT(+)
TP1201SBR 1PIN : TEST POINT(–)
8.2 IDLE CURRENT ADJUSTMENT
6 7 8
A
B
C
D
E
F
5
6 7 8
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6 7 8
(1) PACKING SECTION PARTS LIST
Mark No. Description Part No.
1 Remote Control Unit 8300759500010-IL
NSP 2 Dry Cell Batteries G670001R50210-IL
(AAA size IEC R03)
3 AM Loop Antenna ATB7013
4FM Wire Antenna ADH7030
5Setup Microphone APM7008
(for Auto MCACC setup)(5 m)
6 iPod Cable L308102013010-IL
7 Operating Instructions See Contrast table (2)
8 Poly Bag 6330210059000-IL
A
NSP 9 Poly Bag 6337040062010-IL
10 Box, Gift See Contrast table (2)
11 Cushion, Snow 6230212784000-IL
12 Pe, Sheet 6327040059000-IL
NSP 13 Label VRW1629
NSP 14 Label Getter 1020U 5507000004560-IL
15 Sheet 5227000001050-IL
(2) CONTRAST TABLE
VSX-1020-K/UXCNCB and VSX-1025-K/CUXCN are constructed the same except for the following:
Mark No. Symbol and Description
7 Operating Instructions (En, Es) 5707000003280-IL Not used
7 Operating Instructions (En, Frca) Not used 5707000003320-IL
10 Box, Gift 6007211670010-IL 6007211670050-IL
VSX-1020-K
/UXCNCB
VSX-1025-K
/CUXCN
B
C
D
E
F
VSX-1020-K
5
6 7 8
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(1) EXTERIOR SECTION PARTS LIST
Mark No. Description Part No.
1 MAIN Assy 7028069211010-IL
A
2 BRIDGE1 Assy 7028069213010-IL
3 GUIDE-L Assy 7028069214010-IL
4 GUIDE-R Assy 7028069215010-IL
5 GUIDE3 Assy 7028069218010-IL
2 3 4
No. Description Part No.
Mark
46 Cushion 4050211385000-IL
47 Cushion 4050211605000-IL
48 • • • • •
49 Cushion 4050211745000-IL
50 Cushion 4050212685000-IL
6 DISPLAY Assy See Contrast table (2)
7POWER SW Assy 7028069222010-IL
8 USB MTG Assy 7028069223010-IL
9 HDMI MTG Assy 7028069224010-IL
10 HEADPHONE Assy 7028069225010-IL
B
11 AMP Assy 7028069531010-IL
12 AUDIO Assy 7028069241010-IL
13 COMPONENT Assy 7028069242010-IL
14 COMPOSITE Assy 7028069243010-IL
15 BRIDGE2 Assy 7028069244010-IL
16 F-VIDEO Assy 7028069245010-IL
17 MIC Assy 7028069246010-IL
18 F-HDMI Assy 7028069251010-IL
19 D-MAIN Assy 7028069261010-IL
C
20 FM/AM TUNER Unit AXX7267
21 Posistor F320121021240-IL
> 22 Transistor (Q1202) J5011560Y0000-IL
> 23 Semi, TR/GE NPN 2SC (Q1203)J502396400010-IL
> 24 Transistor (Q1201) J5032390Y0000-IL
> 25 Power Trans. 8200960610650-IL
> 26 Cord Assy L068125101710-IL
27 Cable, HDMI L304201190020-IL
28 Cable, Flat Card 1.0M N711392313880-IL
D
29 Cable, Flat Card 1.25 N712111013880-IL
30 Pioneer Badge B XAM3006
51 Cushion 1020 4050213045000-IL
52 Supporter 4070001601010-IL
53 Cover See Contrast table (2)
54 Clamp MTG 4330000310000-IL
55 Clamp 4330040343010-IL
56 Guide 4350210451000-IL
57 Stopper 4380040162010-IL
58Window Display 5077212953100-IL
59 Knob 5080212361000-IL
60 Button 5090213741100-IL
61 Button 5Key 5090214311000-IL
62 Button 3Key 5090214331000-IL
63 Button 4Key 5090214351000-IL
64 • • • • •
NSP 65 Tape 1220210129300-IL
NSP 66 Tape 1220210879000-IL
67 Label Trans 5507000003270-IL
NSP 68 Label MAC Address 5507000004960-IL
69 Label Getter 1020U 5507000004560-IL
70 • • • • •
Screw BBT30P100FTB
71
72 Screw BBT40P080FTB
73 Screw BBZ30P080FTB
74 Screw BBZ30P080FTC
75 • • • • •
31 Sheet 1210210235000-IL
32 Sheet 1210211242000-IL
Sheet 1217211162000-IL
33
NSP 34 Heatsink Main 2120211718100-IL
35 Cabinet 3007211686000-IL
36 Panel Front See Contrast table (2)
NSP 37 Chassis Main 3200213436000-IL
E
38 Chassis Back See Contrast table (2)
39 Lens 3717211041000-IL
40 Foot See Contrast table (2)
41 Bracket 4010056906010-IL
42 Bracket 4010214716000-IL
43 Bracket 4010214726000-IL
44 Bracket 4010214736000-IL
45 Cushion 4050211365000-IL
F
58
1
2 3 4
76 Screw Tapping Assy B018230141H11-IL
77 Screw B020030171B10-IL
78 Screw, Tap Tite B020230063B10-IL
79 Screw, Tap Tite B020930083B10-IL
80Screw, Tap Tite B028130086B10-IL
81Screw B028940101B11-IL
82Screw 1500001456010-IL
VSX-1020-K