Panasonic AG513F - COMBINATION VCR/TV User manual

ORDERNO. MKE0304102C1
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Combination VCR
AG-513F / AG-520F
SPECIFICATIONS
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1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
GENERALGUIDELINES
1. IMPORTANTSAFETY NOTICE
There are special components used inthisequipment which are
important for safety. These parts are marked byinthe
SchematicDiagrams, CircuitBoard Layout, Exploded Viewsand
Replacement Parts List. Itisessential that these critical parts
shouldbe replaced with manufacturer's specified parts to prevent
X-RADIATION, shock, fire, or other hazards. Donot modifythe
original design without permission of manufacturer.
2. AnIsolation Transformer shouldalwaysbe used during the
servicing of Combination VCR whose chassisisnot isolated from
the AC power line. Use atransformer of adequate power rating as
thisprotects the technician from accidents resulting inpersonal
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injuryfrom electrical shocks. Itwill also protect Combination VCR
from being damaged byaccidental shorting that mayoccur during
servicing.
3. When servicing, observe the original lead dress, especiallythe
lead dress inthe high voltage circuits. Ifashort circuitisfound,
replace all parts which have been overheated or damaged bythe
short circuit.
4. After servicing, see to itthat all the protective devices such as
insulation barriers, insulation papers, shield, and isolation R-C
combinations are properlyinstalled.
5. Before turning the receiver on, measure the resistance between B+
line and chassisground. Connect (-) side of an ohmmeter to the B
+ lines, and (+)side to chassisground. Each line shouldhave
more resistance than specified, as follows:
(For model with 13 inch CRT)
B+ Line
Minimum Resistance
130.0V
1k (Coldchassisground)
23.5V
180 (Coldchassisground)
13.0V
110 (Coldchassisground)
(For model with 20 inch CRT)
B+ Line
Minimum Resistance
130.0V
1k (Coldchassisground)
21.5V
180 (Coldchassisground)
15.9V
110 (Coldchassisground)
6. When the TV set isnot used for along period of time, unplug the
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power cord from the AC outlet.
7. Potentials, as high as 25.0kV (For model with 13 inch CRT) or
30.0kV (For model with 20 inch CRT) are present when thisTV set
isinoperation. Operation of the TV set without the rear cover
involves the danger of ashock hazard from the TV set power
supply. Servicing shouldnot be attempted byanyone who isnot
thoroughlyfamiliar with the precautions necessarywhen working
on high voltage equipment. Alwaysdischarge the anode of the
picture tube to the CRTground of receiver before handling the
tube.
8. After servicing make the following leakage current checks to
prevent the customer from being exposed to shock hazards.
LEAKAGE CURRENTCOLD CHECK
1. Unplug the AC cord and connect ajumper between the two
prongs on the plug.
2. For physicallyoperated power switches, turn power on. Otherwise
skipstep 2.
3. Measure the resistance value, with an ohmmeter, between the
jumpered AC plug and each exposed metalliccabinet part on the
receiver, such as screwheads, connectors, etc. When the exposed
metallicpart has areturn path to the chassis, the reading should
be between 1M and 12 M . When the exposed metal does not
have areturn path to the chassis, the reading must be infinity.
LEAKAGE CURRENTHOTCHECK
1. Plug the AC cord directlyinto the AC outlet.
Donot use aisolation transformer for thischeck.
2. Connect a1.5k , 10 Wresistor, inparallel with a0.15 F
capacitor, between each exposed metallicpart on the set and a
good earth ground , as showninFigure 1.
3. Use an AC voltmeter, with 1k /Vor more sensitivity, to measure
the potential across the resistor.
4. Check each exposed metallicpart, and measure the voltage at
each point.
5. Reverse the AC plug inthe AC outlet and repeat each of the above
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measurements.
6. The potential at anypoint shouldnot exceed 0.75 VRMS.
Aleakage current tester (Simpson Model 229 equivalent) maybe
used to make the hot checks. Leakage current must not exceed 1/
2mA. Incase ameasurement isoutside of the limits specified,
there isapossibilityof shock hazard, and the receiver shouldbe
repaired and rechecked before itisreturned to the customer.
Figure 1
2. X-RADIATION
WARNING :
1. The potential source of X-Radiation inTV sets isthe High Voltage
section and the picture tube.
2. When using apicture tube test fixture for service, ensure that the
fixture iscapableof handling 25.0kV (For model with 13 inch
CRT) or 30.0kV (For model with 20 inch CRT) without causing X-
Radiation.
NOTE :
Itisimportant to use an accurate periodicallycalibrated high
voltage meter.
1. Reduce the brightness to minimum.
2. Set the SERVICEswitch to SERVICE.
3. Measure the High Voltage. The meter reading shouldindicate 23.5
kV±1.5kV (For model with 13 inch CRT) or 28.5kV±1.5kV (For
model with 20 inch CRT).
Ifthe meter indication isout of tolerance, immediate service and
correction isrequired to prevent the possibilityof premature
component failure.
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4. To prevent an X-Radiation possibly, itisessential to use the
specified picture tube.
HORIZONTALOSCILLATOR DISABLE CIRCUITTEST
SERVICE WARNING :
The test must be made as a final check before set is returnedtothe customer.
1. With the rear cover removed, supplyabout a90 VAC power
source to the set, turn on the set.
2. Set the customer controlsto normal operating positions.
3. Short both sides of R804 on the Maincircuitboard with ajumper
wire. Confirm that the picture goes out of horizontal sync.
4. Ifthisdoes not occur, the horizontal oscillator disablecircuitis
not operating. Follow the RepairProcedures of horizontal
oscillator disablecircuitbefore the set isreturned to customer.
REPAIR PROCEDURES OFHORIZONTALOSCILLATOR DISABLE CIRCUIT
1. Connect aDC voltmeter between capacitor C513 (+)on the Main
circuitboard and chassisground.
2. Ifapproximately+21.0V(For model with 13 inch CRT) or +21.9V
(For model with 20 inch CRT) isnot present at that point when 120
VAC isapplied, find the cause. Check R518 (For model with 20
inch CRT), R503, R5504, R5505, D503, C513, C5507 and J5501.
3. Carefullycheck above specified parts and related circuits and
parts. When the circuitisrepaired, trythe horizontal oscillator
disablecircuittest again.
CIRCUITEXPLANATION
HORIZONTALOSCILLATOR DISABLE CIRCUIT
The positive DC voltage, suppliedfromthe D503 cathode formonitoring high voltage, is applied
tothe IC5301 Pin11 through R503 and R5504. Undernormal conditions, the voltage at IC5301
Pin11 is less thanapprox 3 V. If the high voltage at Flyback TrPin5 exceeds the specified
voltage, the positive DC voltage whichis suppliedfromthe D503 cathode alsoincreases. The
increasedvoltage is appliedtoIC5301 Pin11 through R503 and R5504. Due tothe increased
voltage at IC5301 Pin11, the horizontal oscillatorfrequencyincreases, the picture goes out of
horizontal sync, the beamcurrent decreases and the picture becomes dark inordertokeepX-
radiation underspecification.
Figure 2
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3. PREVENTION OF ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE
(ESD) TO ELECTROSTATICALLY SENSITIVE (ES)
DEVICES
Some semiconductor(solidstate) devices canbe damagedeasilybystatic electricity. Such
components commonlyare calledElectrostaticallySensitive (ES) Devices. Examples of typical
ES devices are integratedcircuits and some field-effect transistors are semiconductor"chip"
components. The following techniques shouldbe usedtohelpreduce the incidence of
component damage causedbyelectrostatic discharge (ESD).
1. Immediatelybefore handling anysemiconductor component or
semiconductor-equipped assembly, drainoff anyESDon your
bodytouching aknownearth ground. Alternatively, obtainand
wear acommerciallyavailabledischarging ESDwrist strap, which
shouldbe removed for potential shock reasons prior to applying
power to the unitunder test.
2. After removing an electrical assemblyequipped with ES devices,
place the assemblyon aconductive surface such as aluminum
foil, to prevent electrostaticcharge buildup or exposure of the
assembly.
3. Use onlyagrounded-tipsoldering iron to solder or unsolder ES
devices.
4. Use onlyan antistaticsolder removal device. Some solder
removal devices not classified as "antistatic(ESDprotected)" can
generate electrical charge sufficient to damage ES devices.
5. Donot use freon-propelled chemicals. These can generate
electrical charges sufficient to damage ES devices.
6. Donot remove areplacement ES device from its protective
package until immediatelybefore you are readyto install it. (Most
replacement ES devices are packaged with leads electrically
shorted together byconductive foam, aluminum foil or
comparableconductive material).
7. Immediatelybefore removing the protective material from the
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leads of areplacement ES device, touch the protective material to
the chassisor circuitassemblyinto which the device will be
installed.
CAUTION:
Besure no power isapplied to the chassisor circuit, and observe
all other safetyprecautions.
8. Minimize bodilymotions when handling unpackaged replacement
ES devices. (Otherwise harmless motion such as the brushing
together of your clothes fabricor the lifting of your foot from a
carpeted floor can generate staticelectricity(ESD)sufficient to
damage an ES device).
"NOTE toCATV systeminstaller:
This reminderis providedtocall the CATV systeminstaller's attention toArticle 820-40 of the
NEC that provides guidelines forpropergrounding and, inparticular, specifies that the cable
ground shall be connectedtothe grounding systemof the building, as close tothe point of
cable entryas practical."
4. ABOUT LEAD FREE SOLDER (PbF)
5. SERVICE NOTES (PLEASE READ)
5.1. SERVICENOTES
5.1.1. SIMPLIFIED FAULT FINDING DATA
SimplifiedSelf-Diagnostic Systemfacilitates finding the cause of the fault. A 4 digit forfault
code and communication forI2C bus code will be displayedon TV screen.
The SimplifiedFault finding data is storedinthe MemoryIC (IC6004). This data is clearedafterit
is displayed, and thenthe POWER button is pressedback on.
1. With power turned off, press FF and REW buttons on unit
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together for over 3seconds. Fig. 1-1
2. TV power goes on and the unitgoes into service mode. 4digitfor
faultcode and communication for I2Cbus code will be displayed.
Fig. 1-2
Fig. 1-3
Fig. 1-4
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Fig. 1-5
3. Press anyoperation button except for POWERon either the unit,
or the remote to detect that akeyhas been pressed.
The 1st digitchanges to "0" onlywhen keyisdetected.
Fig. 1-6
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Note:
When 1to 4listed inLock code occurs, the VCR stops and all VCR
function buttons except for power become non-operational.
5.1.2. USAGE SCREEN MODE
Function displayedon the TV monitor:
-the total AC plugged inAC socket (indays))
-the total elapsed "Cylinder rotation" time (inhours)
1. With power turned on and no cassette, press STOP/EJECTbutton
on unitand 7keyon remote together.
The USAGESCREENwill be displayed on the TV Monitor.
Fig. 1-7
Note:
1. After replacing the Cylinder Unit, press COUNTERRESET button
on remote inthismode. OnlyTotal elapsed "Cylinder rotation"
time (inhours) will be cleared to 0.
2. To release from Usage Screen Mode, press anyoperation button
on unitor insert acassette tape inthismode. The unitwill return
to normal operation mode.
5.1.3. SERVICE POSITION
5.1.3.1. Service Position
CAUTION:
HOTCIRCUIT(Primarycircuit) exists on the TV/VCR MainC.B.A.
Use extreme care to prevent accidental shock when servicing.
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5.1.3.2. Service Position (1)
Fig. 2-1
5.1.3.3. Service Position (2)
Fig. 2-2
Note:
1. Itispossiblethat the S-Tab SW. maynot work correctlyinService
Position (2). (Recording can not be done). Inthiscase, short the S-
Tab SW. Pins on the foil side of the TV/VCR MainC.B.A. to turn
thisSW. on. Fig. 2-3
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5.1.4. HOTCIRCUIT
Primarycircuit exists on the TV/VCR MainC.B.A.
This circuit is identifiedas "HOT" on the C.B.A. and inthe Service Manual. Use extreme care to
prevent accidental shock whenservicing.
5.1.5. SERVICE MODE
Inordertoinhibit detection of the Supply& Takeup PhotoTransistors, Reel Sensor, and
CylinderLock, press and holdSTOP/EJECT, PLAY/REPEAT, and CH DOWN buttons on the unit
togetherover5 seconds inpoweron condition.
Fig. 3
The unit goes intoservice mode.
Inthis mode, Mechanismmovement canbe confirmed. Whenremoving Cassette UpAss’y, it
canbe confirmedwithout a cassette.
To release fromthis mode, press POWER button off ordisconnect AC Plug.
5.1.6. DEFEATING THE AUTO TRACKING
To defeat the AutoTracking Function, place the instrument inthe STOP mode and place a
jumperbetweenTP6003 and TP6009 on the TV/VCR MainC.B.A. The tracking will be placedin
the neutral position.
5.1.7. CAUTION FOR INSTALLATION OFVCR UNIT
CAUTION:
Opener Lever maybe damaged when VCR Unitisinstalled, with
Cassette Door-Lidand Opener Lever of Cassette UpAss’yset
incorrectly.
Install the VCR Unit as follows:
1. Swing the Cassette Door-Lidall the wayopen until the Cassette
Door tab clears the Opener Lever.
2. Make sure that all guide tabs are aligned properly. Then, press the
VCR Unitstraight in.
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Fig. 4
5.1.8. HOW TO INITIALIZE MEMORY IC
Afterthe MemoryIC (IC6004) orTV/VCR MainC.B.A. is replaced, be sure toset the Default value
toMemoryIC as shownin"MemoryIC Reference Table" below.
1. Press and holdSTOP, PLAY, and VOL- buttons on the unit
together over 5seconds with no cassette inserted.
The adjustment overlaywill appear to Enter EVRAdjustment
mode. Fig. 5-1
2. Press ACTIONkeyon the remote and VOL- button of operation
panel on the unittogether. The overlaycolor will be changed from
red to green. (All Control functions are displayed.)
3. Set the Defaultvalue of all Control functions using aremote
control as shownin"MemoryICReference Table."
Note:
For Selecting Control functions and setting Defaultvalue, refer to "
How to adjust:"of How to enter EVRadjustment mode in
ADJUSTMENTPROCEDURES.
Fig. 5-2
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4. Press and holdSTOP, PLAY, and VOL- buttons on the unit
together over 5seconds againor press the POWERbutton OFF to
release EVRAdjustment mode.
The Defaultvalue will be written to MemoryIC(IC6004).
5. Perform all EVRAdjustments. (Refer to "EVR (Electronic Variable
Register) ADJUSTMENT WITH THE REMOTE CONTROL"of
ELECTRICALADJUSTMENT
inADJUSTMENTPROCEDURES.)
5.1.9. METHOD FOR LOADING/UNLOADING OFMECHANISM
5.1.9.1. (Manual Method)
Turnthe Loading Gearclockwise (forloading) orcounterclockwise (forunloading) using
needlenose pliers etc.
Note:
Donot use thismethod ifMechanism isjammed or locked.
Fig. 6-1
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5.1.9.2. (Electrical Method)
Apply+10.0 V DC PowerSupplytothe Loading Motorterminals.
Loading
DC + toPortion "a," DC - toPortion "b"
Unloading
DC - toPortion "a," DC + toPortion "b"
CAUTION:
Before applying DC Power Supply, be sure to cut the Motor Leads
with acutter, etc.
Otherwise, the Loading Motor Drive IC(IC2501) maybe damaged.
Fig. 6-2
5.1.9.2.1. WHEN LOADING WITHOUTA CASSETTE
Whenloading without a cassette, pushPortion "a" on the HolderUnit of Cassette UpAss’yso
that the Leverclearthe First Taband Second Tab.
Fig. 6-3
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5.1.10. HOW TO REMOVE A JAMMED TAPE
CAUTION:
Wiper Arm Unitmaybe damaged or its spring maybe out of place
when the jammed tape isremoved byforce.
Remove a jammedtape as follows:
5.1.10.1. Manual Method
Whena tape jamis encountered, check the tape loading condition and use the following
procedure toremove a tape jam.
Fig. 7-1
5.1.10.1.1. Method -1:
1. Move the Pinch Roller Unitout byunhooking the Pinof Pinch Arm
Unitso that the Pinch Roller isseparated from the Capstan Rotor
Unitshaft. Fig. 7-2
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2. Remove the tape from the tape path.
3. Rewind the tape into the cassette byrotating the Center Clutch
Unitcounterclockwise.
4. Unhook Spring (A)of the Drive Rack Arm.
5. Remove Screw (A).
6. Lift the Cassette UpAss’y. Whilepulling the Cassette UpAss’y
out far enough so that itclears the Drive Rack Arm, slide the Drive
Rack Unitas indicated bythe arrow to remove the cassette tape
from the Cassette UpAss’y.
7. Check the cause of mechanical troubleand repair.
Fig. 7-3
5.1.10.1.2. Method -2:
1. Rotate Loading Motor counterclockwise with needlenose pliers,
etc. so that the Pinch Roller isseparated from the shaft of the
Capstan Rotor Unit.
2. Perform Step 2through Step 7of Method -1.
5.1.10.1.3. Method -3:
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1. Perform Step 2through Step 7of Method -1.
Note:
After repairing mechanical trouble, make sure that all gear
alignments are correct, especiallythe Wiper Arm Unitand Drive
Rack Unitof Cassette UpAss’y. (Refer to "EJECT Position
Confirmation"inDISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY PROCEDURES.)
5.1.10.2. Electrical Method
Electrical method canonlybe performedwhenthe mechanismis movedbyrotating the Loading
Gear.
CAUTION:
1. Before applying DC Power Supply, be sure to cut the Motor Leads
with acutter, etc.
Otherwise, the Loading Motor Drive IC(IC2501) maybe damaged.
2. Ifloading does not start inapprox. 2seconds after DC Power
Supplyisapplied, DO NOTcontinue to applyDC Power Supply.
Instead, perform "Manual Method."
1. Besure to cut the Motor Leads with acutter, etc.
2. Apply+10.0VDC Power Supplyto the Loading Motor terminals.
3. When the Loading Posts reach the fullyunloaded position,
remove the Power Supply. Fig. 8
4. Rewind the tape into the cassette byturning the Center Clutch
Unitcounterclockwise.
5. Eject the cassette byapplying +10.0VDC Power Supplyagain.
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5.1.11. F.P.C. CONNECTION NOTE
5.1.11.1. F.P.C. betweenthe CapstanMotorand the Cylinder
Be careful withthe direction of F.P.C. toconnectoras shown.
Fig. 9
5.1.12. WIRE AND LEAD POSITION DIAGRAM
Fig. 10
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