Sony HDV HVR-1500 User manual

SERVICE MANUAL
Volume 1 1st Edition
DIGITAL HD VIDEOCASSETTE RECORDER
HVR-1500
ANALOG INPUT BOARD
HVBK-1505

HVR-1500
!WARNING
This manual is intended for qualified service personnel only.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire or injury, do not perform any servicing other than that
contained in the operating instructions unless you are qualified to do so. Refer all servicing to
qualified service personnel.
!WARNUNG
Die Anleitung ist nur für qualifiziertes Fachpersonal bestimmt.
Alle Wartungsarbeiten dürfen nur von qualifiziertem Fachpersonal ausgeführt werden. Um die
Gefahr eines elektrischen Schlages, Feuergefahr und Verletzungen zu vermeiden, sind bei
Wartungsarbeiten strikt die Angaben in der Anleitung zu befolgen. Andere als die angegeben
Wartungsarbeiten dürfen nur von Personen ausgeführt werden, die eine spezielle Befähigung
dazu besitzen.
!AVERTISSEMENT
Ce manual est destiné uniquement aux personnes compétentes en charge de l’entretien. Afin
de réduire les risques de décharge électrique, d’incendie ou de blessure n’effectuer que les
réparations indiquées dans le mode d’emploi à moins d’être qualifié pour en effectuer d’autres.
Pour toute réparation faire appel à une personne compétente uniquement.

HVR-1500 1 (P)
Voor de klanten in Nederland
Gooi de batterij niet weg maar lever deze in als klein
chemisch afval (KCA).
Für Kunden in Deutschland
Entsorgungshinweis: Bitte werfen Sie nur entladene
Batterien in die Sammelboxen beim Handel oder den
Kommunen. Entladen sind Batterien in der Regel dann,
wenn das Gerät abschaltet und signalisiert “Batterie
leer”oder nach längerer Gebrauchsdauer der Batterien
“nicht mehr einwandfrei funktioniert”. Um
sicherzugehen, kleben Sie die Batteriepole z.B. mit
einem Klebestreifen ab oder geben Sie die Batterien
einzeln in einen Plastikbeutel.
For the customers in Taiwan only

HVR-1500
2 (P)
Vorsicht!
Explosionsgefahr bei unsachgemäßem Austausch
der Batterie.
Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einen vom
Hersteller empfohlenen ähnlichen Typ. Entsorgung
gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des
Herstellers.
ATTENTION
Il y a danger d’explosion s’il y a remplacement
incorrect de la batterie.
Remplacer uniquement avec une batterie du même
type ou d’un type équivalent recommandépar le
constructeur.
Mettre au rebut les batteries usagées conformément
aux instructions du fabricant.
ADVARSEL!
Lithiumbatteri-Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig
håndtering.
Udskiftning måkun ske med batteri
af samme fabrikat og type.
Levér det brugte batteri tilbage til leverandøren.
ADVARSEL
Lithiumbatteri - Eksplosjonsfare.
Ved utskifting benyttes kun batteri som
anbefalt av apparatfabrikanten.
Brukt batteri returneres
apparatleverandøren.
VARNING
Explosionsfara vid felaktigt batteribyte.
Använd samma batterityp eller en likvärdig typ
som rekommenderas av apparattillverkaren.
Kassera använt batteri enligt gällande
föreskrifter.
VAROITUS
Paristo voi räjähtää jos se on virheellisesti
asennettu.
Vaihda paristo ainoastaan laitevalmistajan
suosittelemaan tyyppiin.
Hävitäkäytetty paristo valmistajan ohjeiden
mukaisesti.
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type
recommended by the manufacturer.
Dispose of used batteries according to the
manufacturer’s instructions.

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HVR-1500
Table of Contents
Manual Structure
Purpose of this manual ................................................................. 4
Related manuals ........................................................................... 4
Trademark ..................................................................................... 4
1. Installation
1-1. Operating Conditions ...................................................... 1-1
1-2. Power Supply .................................................................. 1-2
1-2-1. Voltage and Power Requirements .........................1-2
1-2-2. Recommeded Power Cord ..................................... 1-2
1-3. Supplied Accessories ...................................................... 1-3
1-4. Optional Accessories ...................................................... 1-3
1-5. Matching Connectors/Cables .......................................... 1-3
1-6. Input/Output Signals of the Connectors ......................... 1-4
1-7. Installation Setup and Adjustment ..................................1-6
1-7-1. Front Panel Setting ................................................1-6
1-7-2. System Adjustment After Installation ...................1-6
2. Service Overview
2-1. Location of Main Parts ................................................... 2-1
2-1-1. Location of Printed Circuit Boards ....................... 2-1
2-1-2. Location of Main Mechanical Parts ...................... 2-4
2-2. Function and Location of Sensors .................................. 2-5
2-3. Functions of Cassette ...................................................... 2-7
2-4. How to Take Out the Cassette Whose Tape is Slacked
(MANUAL EJECT) ........................................................ 2-8
2-5. Head Cleaning when Head Clogging Occurs ................. 2-8
2-6. Operating the VTR without a Cassette Tape .................. 2-9
2-7. Removing/Installing the Cabinets ................................. 2-10
2-7-1. Removal/Installation of the Top Panel ................2-10
2-7-2. Removal/Installation of the Bottom Plate ........... 2-10
2-7-3. Removal/Installation of the Front Panel .............. 2-11
2-7-4. Removal/Installation of the Rear Panel ............... 2-11
2-8. Removing/Installing the Cassette Compartment .......... 2-12
2-9. Function of Indicators on Circuit Boards ..................... 2-13
2-10. Switch Setting on Circuit Boards ................................. 2-14
2-11. Circuit Protection Parts (Fuse/IC Link) ........................ 2-15
2-12. Replacing NV-RAM and Memory Backup Battery ..... 2-16
2-13. Equipment and Fixtures List for Check/Adjustment ....2-18
2-13-1. Equipment for Check/Adjustment ....................... 2-18
2-13-2. Fixtures and Tools ............................................... 2-19
2-14. Alignment Tapes ........................................................... 2-21
2-15. Tools for Board Extension ............................................ 2-23
2-16. Writing and Rewriting the PLD Internal Data .............. 2-25
2-17. Firmware Update .......................................................... 2-27
2-17-1. Upgrading the Version Using the
Fixture Board ....................................................... 2-27
2-17-2. Version Upgrade from a PC through RS-422 ..... 2-29
2-18. Internal Video Test Signal ............................................2-31
2-19. Service Action after Replacing or
Repairing the Board ...................................................... 2-31
2-20. Removing/Installing Flexible Card Wire ...................... 2-32
2-21. Unleaded Solder ............................................................ 2-35
2-22. Precautions for use of Condensation Sensor ................ 2-35
3. Error Messages
3-1. Alarm Display ................................................................. 3-1
3-1-1. Alarm Display when the Main Power is
Turned On ............................................................. 3-1
3-2. Error Codes ..................................................................... 3-3
3-2-1. Display of Previously Detected Error Codes ........ 3-5
3-2-2. Main Codes and Sub Codes .................................. 3-6
3-2-3. Error Codes ........................................................... 3-8
3-2-4. Possible Causes of Errors .................................... 3-14
4. Maintenance Menu
4-1. Menu Structure ............................................................... 4-1
4-2. How to Operate Maintenance Menu ............................... 4-3
4-2-1. Location and Function of Switches ....................... 4-3
4-2-2. How to Enter the Maintenance Menu ................... 4-3
4-2-3. How to Exit the Maintenance Menu ..................... 4-3
4-3. Contents of Maintenance Menu ...................................... 4-4
4-3-1. MENU DATA CONTROL ................................... 4-4
4-3-2. EDIT CHECK ....................................................... 4-7
4-3-3. SERVO CHECK ................................................... 4-9
4-3-4. SERVO ADJUST ................................................ 4-24
4-3-5. TAPE PATH ADJUST ........................................ 4-31
4-3-6. ELECTRICAL ADJUST ..................................... 4-32

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4-3-7. SERVICE SUPPORT .......................................... 4-40
4-3-8. OTHERS ............................................................. 4-42
5. Periodic Inspection and Maintenance
5-1. Periodic Inspection List .................................................. 5-1
5-2. Hours Meter .................................................................... 5-2
5-2-1. Displaying Hours Meter Information .................... 5-3
5-2-2. How to Reset Hours Meter ....................................5-4
5-3. Cleaning .......................................................................... 5-5
5-3-1. Video Head Cleaning Procedure ...........................5-5
5-3-2. Tape Running Path Cleaning ................................. 5-5
5-3-3. Cassette Compartment Entrance Cleaning ............ 5-6
5-3-4. Cassette Compartment Shaft Cleaning .................. 5-6
5-3-5. Cassette Guide Assembly Cleaning ...................... 5-6
6. Replacement of Mechanical Parts
6-1. General Information on Parts Replacement and
Adjustment ...................................................................... 6-1
6-1-1. Preparation Before Starting Parts Replacement .... 6-1
6-1-2. Drum Assembly ..................................................... 6-1
6-1-3. Grease .................................................................... 6-1
6-1-4. Tightening Torque and Handling of Washers .......6-2
6-2. Drum Replacement .........................................................6-3
6-3. Brake Solenoid Replacement .......................................... 6-8
6-4. Pinch Roller Replacement ............................................ 6-12
6-5. Elevator Cam Replacement .......................................... 6-14
6-6. Pinch Solenoid Assembly Replacement ....................... 6-16
6-7. Reel Motor (T) Assembly Replacement ....................... 6-18
6-8. Reel Motor (S) Assembly Replacement ....................... 6-23
6-9. M Stop Solenoid Replacement ..................................... 6-27
6-10. S Tension Regulator Assembly Replacement ............... 6-31
6-11. T Drawer Arm Assembly Replacement ........................ 6-34
6-12. TG1 Arm Assembly Replacement ................................6-36
6-13. TG8 Arm Assembly Replacement ................................6-38
6-14. Rail Assembly Replacement .........................................6-40
6-15. Capstan Motor Replacement ......................................... 6-46
6-16. Loading Motor Replacement ........................................ 6-48
6-17. Reel Shift Motor Assembly Replacement .................... 6-49
6-18. MIC Assembly Replacement ........................................ 6-51
6-19. MIC Holder Assembly Replacement ............................6-55
6-20. HC Roller Assembly Replacement ...............................6-57
6-21. Head Cleaner Solenoid Replacement ........................... 6-60
6-22. Cassette Compartment Motor Replacement ................. 6-62
6-23. Removing/Installing the MD Assembly ....................... 6-64
6-24. LCD Replacement ........................................................ 6-65
6-25. Removing/Installing the Switching Regulator .............. 6-65
6-26. Removing/Installing the Mounted Board ..................... 6-66
6-26-1. Plug-in Board ...................................................... 6-66
6-26-2. CN-1968A Board ................................................ 6-66
6-26-3. CN-2905 Board ................................................... 6-66
6-26-4. DDE-22 Board ..................................................... 6-67
6-26-5. DR-428BG Board ................................................ 6-67
6-26-6. DVP-42 Board ..................................................... 6-68
6-26-7. HP-136 Board ...................................................... 6-69
6-26-8. HPR-20 Board ..................................................... 6-69
6-26-9. KY-614 Board ..................................................... 6-70
6-26-10. KY-616 Board ..................................................... 6-70
6-26-11. MB-1098 Board ................................................... 6-71
6-26-12. RP-133 Board and RT-10 Board ......................... 6-72
6-26-13. SDI-94 Board ...................................................... 6-73
6-26-14. SE-521G Board ................................................... 6-73
6-26-15. SE-522G Board ................................................... 6-74
6-26-16. SE-525G Board (LED Holder Assembly) ........... 6-74
7. Tape Path Alignment
7-1. General Information for Tape Path Adjustment ............. 7-1
7-2. Tape Path Adjustment ..................................................... 7-7
7-3. RF Switching Position Adjustment ..............................7-10
7-4. Tape Path Adjustment Confirmation ............................7-13
7-5. Search Forward (x5) Waveform Check ....................... 7-14
7-6. Search Reverse (x5) Waveform Check ........................ 7-15
7-7. RF Waveform Raiseup Check ...................................... 7-16
7-8. Tape Curl Check at Tape Guide ................................... 7-17
8. Electrical Alignment
8-1. Electrical Alignment Overview ...................................... 8-1
8-1-1. Precautions ............................................................ 8-1
8-1-2. Outline of Electrical Alignment ............................ 8-1
8-1-3. Equipment and Fixture ..........................................8-1
8-2. Audio Adjustment ........................................................... 8-2
8-2-1. Audio Output Level Adjustment ...........................8-2
8-2-2. Audio EE Level Adjustment ................................. 8-2

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HVR-1500
8-3. Video Adjustment ........................................................... 8-3
8-3-1. Preparation in the 59.94 Hz Mode ........................ 8-3
8-3-2. HCK Frequency Adjustment ................................. 8-4
8-3-3. HD HCK Frequency Adjustment .......................... 8-4
8-3-4. SYNC Phase Adjustment ...................................... 8-5
8-3-5. CHARACTER DC Adjustment ............................ 8-6
8-3-6. CF DET CENTER Adjustment .............................8-6
8-3-7. S VIDEO Y Level Adjustment .............................. 8-7
8-3-8. COMPOSITE Video Level Adjustment ................ 8-7
8-3-9. COMPOSITE Burst Level Adjustment ................. 8-8
8-3-10. S VIDEO Chroma Level Adjustment .................... 8-8
8-3-11. COMPONENT SD Y Level Adjustment .............. 8-9
8-3-12. COMPONENT HD Y Level Adjustment .............. 8-9
8-3-13. COMPONENT Y REC Level Adjustment .......... 8-10
8-3-14. COMPONENT R-Y REC Level Adjustment ...... 8-10
8-3-15. COMPONENT B-Y REC Level Adjustment ...... 8-11
8-3-16. COMPOSITE Y REC Level Check .................... 8-11
8-3-17. COMPOSITE Chroma REC Level Check .......... 8-12
8-3-18. S VIDEO Y REC Level Check ........................... 8-12
8-3-19. S VIDEO Chroma REC Level Check ................. 8-13
8-3-20. Adjustment in the 50 Hz Mode ........................... 8-14
8-4. SDI Free-running Adjustment ...................................... 8-15
8-5. LCD Adjustment ........................................................... 8-16
8-5-1. Contrast Adjustment ............................................ 8-16
8-5-2. V-COM Adjustment ............................................ 8-16
8-5-3. Sample Hold Timing Adjustment ....................... 8-17
8-5-4. White Balance Adjustment .................................. 8-18
8-6. Adjustment Related Parts Layout Diagram .................. 8-19

4HVR-1500
Manual Structure
Purpose of this manual
This manual is the Service Manual Volume 1 for the digital HD videocassette
recorder HVR-1500, the option board Analog Input Board HVBK-1505.
This manual contains the maintenance information of this equipment, and servicing
information necessary for parts replacement and adjustments.
Related manuals
In addition to this Service Manual Volume 1, the following manuals are provided.
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.Operation Instructions
HVR-1500 (Supplied with HVR-1500 )
Part number : 3-993-538-1X
HVBK-1505 (Supplied with HVBK-1505)
Part number : 3-993-605-0X
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.CD-ROM Manual (Supplied with SY model)
This manual contains the Japanese, English, French, German, Italian, and Spanish
operating instructions (PDF).
Part number : 3-993-560-0X
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.Service Manual Volume 2 (Not Supplied with equipment)
Contains the semiconductor pin assignments, parts lists, block diagrams, board
layouts and schematic diagrams.
Part number : 9-968-317-0X
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.“Semiconductor Pin Assignments” CD-ROM (Available on request)
This “Semiconductor Pin Assignments” CD-ROM allows you to search for
semiconductors used in Broadcast and Professional equipment.
The service manual volume 2 contains a complete list of semiconductors and their
ID Nos., and thus should be used together with the CD-ROM.
Part number: 9-968-546-06
Trademark
Trademark or registered trademark used in this manual is follows.
.Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.

1-1
HVR-1500
Section 1
Installation
Be sure to install the HVR-1500 in location satisfying the required operational environment described
below to assure the HVR-1500 superior performance and to maintain the excellent serviceability and
accessibility.
1-1. Operating Conditions
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Good air circulation is essential to prevent internal heat build-up. Place the unit in location with sufficient
air circulation.
Do not block the ventilation holes of the cabinet and the front and rear panels.
Operating temperature: 5 dC to 40 dC
Operating humidity: Less than 80 %
Storage temperature: _20 dC to 60 dC
Locations to avoid:
.Areas where the unit will be exposed to direct sunlight of any other strong lights.
.Areas near heat sources.
.Dusty areas or areas subject to vibration.
.Areas with strong magnetic field.
.Areas with much electrical noise.
.Areas with much static electricity.
.Areas windtight.
Tilt allowance: Within 30d(Do not slant the front and rear of the unit more than 30d.)
c
Fix the unit securely to avoid drop when the unit is operated at not-horizontal place.

1-2 HVR-1500
For customers in the U.S.A. and Canada:
1Power cord 125 V 10 A (2.4 m): !1-551-812-11
2Plug holder (Brown): 3-613-640-01
For customers in the United Kingdom:
1Power cord 250 V 10 A (2.4 m): !1-782-165-11
2Plug holder (Brown): 3-613-640-01
For customers in European countries except the United
Kingdom:
1Power cord 250 V 10 A (2.0 m): !1-551-631-15
2Plug holder (Brown): 3-613-640-01
For customers in the China:
1Power cord 250 V 10 A (1.8 m): !1-783-481-41
2Plug holder (Brown): 3-613-640-01
If the unit is used in the area except above, please contact
your local Sony Sales Office/Service Center.
AC inlet
2
1
21
AC inlet
21
AC inlet
AC inlet
2
1
1-2. Power Supply
1-2-1. Voltage and Power Requirements
This unit’s power line has a switching regulator.
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Be sure to operate the unit within the range of following
power voltage.
Power voltage: AC 100 to 240 V ±10 %
Power frequency: 50 Hz or 60 Hz
Power consumption: 60 W
Rush current: Power voltage 100 V IN: 12 A
Power voltage 240 V IN: 34 A
n
AC power supply is required a capacity which is commen-
surate with rush current.
If the capacity of the AC power supply is not enough, the
breaker of AC power of a supply side may operate or this
unit may not operate normally.
1-2-2. Recommeded Power Cord
This unit does not come with a power cord.
To get a power cord, please contact your local Sony Sales
Office/Service Center.
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.Use the approved Power Cord (3-core mains lead)/
Appliance Connector/Plug with earthing-contacts that
conforms to the safety regulations of each country if
applicable.
.Use the Power Cord (3-core mains lead)/Appliance
Connector/Plug conforming to the proper ratings (Volt-
age, Ampere).
If you have questions on the use of the above Power Cord/
Appliance Connector/Plug, please contact your local Sony
Sales Office/Service Center.
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.Never use an injured power cord.

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HVR-1500
1-3. Supplied Accessories
.Operating instructions : 1
.Operating instructions (CD-ROM) : 1
1-4. Optional Accessories
.AC power cord
.Analog input board : HVBK-1505
.9-pin remote conrtrol cable : RCC-5G (Length : 5 m (16 ft))
.Remote control unit : DSRM-10
.Digital video cassette : PDV-184*/124*/94*/64*(Standard-size (L) )
PDVM-40*/32*/22*/12*(Mini-size (S) )
PHDV-276DM*/186DM*/124DM*/64DM*(Standard-size (L) )
PHDVM-63DM*(Mini-size (S) )
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The *in each model name is actually “ME”(indicating that a cassette
memory is contained), “N”(indicating that no cassette memory is
contained) or “MEM”(indicating a master tape).
.Cleaning cassette tape : PDV12CL (Standard size), PDVM12CL (Mini size)
1-5. Matching Connectors/Cables
When external cables are connected to the connector on a connector panel during maintenance, the
following connectors, cables (or their equivalents) must be used.
Connectors on HVR-1500 Side Matching connector/cable
Panel indication Designation Sony Part No. Remark
ANALOG IN BNC, MALE 1-560-069-11
REF. VIDEO IN (SD/HD)
TC IN When HVBK-1505
VIDEO IN is attached
AUDIO IN CH-1/3, 2/4 XLR 3P, MALE 1-508-083-11 When HVBK-1505
is attached
ANALOG OUT BNC, MALE 1-560-069-11
TC OUT
VIDEO OUT
MONITOR AUDIO PIN PLUG Standard Product
AUDIO OUT CH-1/3, 2/4 XLR 3P, FEMALE 1-508-084-11
HDV/DV IEEE1394 6P (1 m) 1-782-408-21
IEEE1394 6P (3.5 m) 1-791-184-11
SDI IN BNC, MALE 1-560-069-11
SDI OUT1, 2 BNC, MALE 1-560-069-11
HD-SDI OUT 1, 2 BNC, MALE 1-560-069-11
AUDIO I/O (AES/EBU) BNC, MALE 1-560-069-11
IN CH-1/2, 3/4
OUT CH-1/2, 3/4 BNC, MALE 1-560-069-11
REMOTE D-SUB 9P, MALE 1-560-651-11

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1-6. Input/Output Signals of the Connectors
INPUT
REF. VIDEO IN (SD/HD) : BNC x2 (loop-through with 75 Zautomatic terminator)
SD composite sync, black burst: 0.286 V p-p (525/60) or 0.3 V p-p (625/
50), 75 Z, negative sync
HD tri-level sync: 0.3 V, 75 Z, negative sync
VIDEO IN: BNC x4 (When HVBK-1505 is attached)
Composite
Y/S-Y/CPST and 1 loop-through connector with 75 Zautomatic
terminator: 1.0 V p-p, 75 Z, negative sync
Component
Y/S-Y/CPST: 1.0 V p-p, 75 Z, negative sync
R-Y/S-C and B-Y: 0.7 V p-p (75 % color bars for 525/59.94 or 100%
color bars for 625/50) , 75 Z
S-video
Y/S-Y/CPST: 1.0 V p-p, 75 Z, negative sync
R-Y/S-C: 0.286 V p-p (525/59.94) or 0.3 V p-p (625/50), 75 Z(burst
level)
SDI IN: BNC x1
Serial digital interface format (270 Mbps), SMPTE 259M/ITU-R BT.656
AUDIO IN: XLR 3-pin x2, FEMALE (When HVBK-1505 is attached)
+4/0/_3*/_6 dBm , high impedance, balanced
*: For 625/50 only
AUDIO I/O (AES/EBU) : BNC x2
Complying with AES-3id-1995
TC IN: BNC x1, SMPTE timecode (525/59.94) or EBU timecode (625/50)
0.5 V p-p to 18 V p-p, 3.3 kZ, unbalanced
HDV/DV: 6-pin IEEE 1394 connector x1
OUTPUT
VIDEO OUT: BNC x3
Composite
Y/CPST: 1.0 V p-p, 75 Z, negative sync
Component (SD)
Y/CPST: 1.0 V p-p, 75 Z, negative sync
Pr/R-Y/S-C and Pb/B-Y/S-Y: 0.7 V p-p (75% color bars for 525/59.94
or 100% color bars for 625/50),75 Z
Component (HD)
Y: 1.0 V p-p, 75 Z, negative sync
Pr, Pb: 0.7 V p-p, 75 Z
S-video
Pb/B-Y/S-Y: 1.0 V p-p, 75 Z, negative sync
Pr/R-Y/S-C: 0.286 V p-p (525/59.94) or 0.3 V p-p (625/50), 75 Z(burst
level)
Monitor video output
BNC x1
(SUPER) CPST: 1.0 V p-p, 75 Z, negative sync
SDI OUT: BNC x2
Serial digital interface format (270 Mbps), SMPTE 259M/ITU-R BT.656

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HVR-1500
HD-SDI OUT: BNC x2
Serial digital interface format (1.485, 1.485/1.001 Gbps), SMPTE 292M
AUDIO OUT: XLR 3-pin x2, MALE
+4/0/_3*/_6 dBu, 600 Zloading, low impedance, balanced
*: For 625/50 only
MONITOR AUDIO: Phono jack x1
_∞to _11 dBu ±1 dB (_20 dBFS) /_9 dBu ±1 dB (_18 dBFS), 47 kZ,
unbalanced
PHONES: Stereo phone jack x1
_∞to _13 dBu (_20 dBFS) /_11 dBu (_18 dBFS), 8 Z, unbalanced
AUDIO I/O (AES/EBU) : BNC x2
Complying with AES-3id-1995
TC OUT: BNC x1
SMPTE timecode (525/59.94), EBU timecode (625/50)
2.2 V p-p ±3 dB (when 600 Zterminated) , unbalanced
HDV/DV: 6-pin IEEE 1394 connector
Remote control connectors
CONTROL-S: Stereo minijack x1
HDV/DV: 6-pin IEEE 1394 connector
REMOTE (D-sub 9-pin : MALE)
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Pin No. Controlling Device Controlled Device
1 FRAME GROUND FRAME GROUND
2 RECEIVE A TRANSMIT A
3 TRANSMIT B RECEIVE B
4 TRANSMIT COMMON RECEIVE COMMON
5 PRIORITY IN PRIORITY OUT
6 RECEIVE COMMON TRANSMIT COMMON
7 RECEIVE B TRANSMIT B
8 TRANSMIT A RECEIVE A
9 FRAME GROUND FRAME GROUND
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1-6 HVR-1500
1-7. Installation Setup and Adjustment
1-7-1. Front Panel Setting
Front panel
1. i.LINK INPUT SELECT button setting
i.LINK : HDV: Video and audio signals in HDV
format
i.LINK : DV
*: Video and audio signals in DV
format
i.LINK : DVCAM
*: Video and audio signals in
DVCAM format
*: The display follows the recording format setting in
the REC FORMAT menu item. (Refer to the
operating instructions for details)
2. VIDEO INPUT SELECT button setting
COMPOSITE: Composite video signal
(When HVBK-1505 is attached)
S VIDEO: S-video (separated Y and C)
signals (When HVBK-1505 is
attached)
COMPONENT SD: Component video signals
(When HVBK-1505 is attached)
SDI: SDI video signal
SG: Video test signal
3. AUDIO INPUT SELECT button setting
ANALOG: Analog audio signal
(When HVBK-1505 is attached)
AES/EBU: Digital audio signal in AES/
EBU format
SDI: Digital audio signal in SDI
format
SG: Audio test signal
4. AUDIO VARIABLE switch setting
PRESET : Sets both the REC and PB levels
to the normal level.
REC : Sets the REC audio level of the
channels respectively with the
CH-1/2/3/4 knobs.
PB : Sets the PB audio level of the
channels respectively with the
CH-1/2/3/4 knobs.
Layout of switch and buttons on the front panel
1-7-2. System Adjustment After Installation
Observe the following precautions when this equipment is
used for editing system.
.The REF. VIDEO IN requires video signal which is in
conformity with the RS-170A (525/60).
.Adjust the sync phase of this equipment to the system
sync with [SYNC PHASE] control of the setup menu.
.Adjust the SCH phase of this equipment to the system
SCH with [SUB CARRIER] control of the setup menu.
.When this unit is connected to a switcher that does not
have the sync switching function, the SYNC/BURST
level adjustment is required.
1. i.LINK button
2. VIDEO button
3. CH1 1/2 button
CH2 3/4 button
4. VARIABLE switch

2-1
HVR-1500
Section 2
Service Overview
2-1. Location of Main Parts
2-1-1. Location of Printed Circuit Boards
Board name Circuit function
1MB-1098 Motherboard
2RP-133 RF REC/PB, ATF Detection
3HP-136 Headphone, Remote Control
4KY-614 Key Board
5KY-616 Graphics Renderer
6RT-10 HDV Equalizer
7CN-1968A HDV/DV Connector Board
8DDE-22 (HVBK-1505) Analog Video/Audio Input Board
9AVP-7 Analog Video/Audio Output Board
!/ SDI-94 Digital Input/Output Board
!- SSS-12 System/Servo Control
!= CN-2905 Intermediate Board
![ DVP-42 DV Video/Audio Digital Process
!] HPR-20 HDV Video/Audio Digital Process
!-
0
9
7
3
5
4
1
2
6
Switching regulator
!]
!=
![
8

2-2 HVR-1500
Locations of mechanism deck
Board name Circuit function
1SE-521G Threading Mode Sensor, Tape End Sensor, Loading Motor FG Sensor
2SE-538G Tension Sensor
3CN-1863 REC INHIBIT Sensor, MIC Terminal
4SE-525G Tape Top/End LED
5SE-522G Tape Top Sensor, Reel Position Sensor
6DR-428BG Drum/Reel/Capstan Control Board
6
5
4
3
1
2

2-3
HVR-1500
Locations of cassette compartment
Board name Circuit function
1CN-2021G Intermediate Board
2CC-83G Cassette Compartment Mode Detection, Intermediate Board
3CC-85G Cassette In Detection
4CC-84G Cassette Type Detection
5CN-2022G Intermediate Board
2
1
3
4
5

2-4 HVR-1500
2-1-2. Location of Main Mechanical Parts
1Head cleaning solenoid
2Loading motor
3TG1 arm assembly
4Shuttle (left) assembly
5S tension regulator assembly
6S reel motor
7S brake assembly
8Brake solenoid
9M stop solenoid assembly
!/ T brake assembly
!- MIC assembly
!= MIC holder assembly
![ T reel motor
!] Shuttle (right) assembly
!\ T drawer arm assembly
!; TG8 arm assembly
!' Capstan motor
!, Elevator cam
!. Pinch solenoid assembly
@/ Reel shift motor
@- Pinch roller
@= HC roller assembly
@[ Drum assembly
@] Rail assembly
@\ Cassette compartment motor assembly
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
!= ![
!]
!\
!;
!,
!.
@/
@-
@=
@[
0!-
@]
!'
@\

2-5
HVR-1500
2-2. Function and Location of Sensors
(1) Mechanism deck
1, 2Mode sensor
Detects the mechanism position during threading.
3Tape top/end detect LED
Detects the top and end of a tape.
4Condensation sensor
Detects condensation occurred in DSR-1500/
1500P.
5Tape top sensor
Detects the beginning of a tape that runs in the
REV direction.
6Reel position sensors (4 pieces) (Mini, M, Stan-
dard reel position)
Detects the reel table position at the each specified
reel position according to the cassette type.
7Reel FG sensor (Take-up side)
Detects rotation of the take-up reel table. The FG
output of the sensor is sent to the servo circuit and
used to control the rotating speed and torque of the
reel motor.
8Record proof sensor (common to standard, M and
mini size cassettes)
Protects a tape from mis-recording.
9Cassette memory terminal
Determines whether cassette memory is used, and
reads and writes data to and from the cassette memory.
!/ Tension sensor
The tension arm keeps the tension of a running tape
constant during recording and playing. The tension
sensor detects the mechanical position of the tension
arm.
!- Reel FG sensor (Supply side)
Detects the rotation of the supply reel table. The PG
output of the sensor is input to the servo circuit and
controls the rotating speed and torque of the reel
motor.
!= Tape end sensor
Detects the end of a tape that runs in the FWD direc-
tion.
![ Threading motor FG sensor
Detects the rotation speed of the gearbox motor. The
FG output of the sensor is input to the servo circuit and
controls the threading speed so that excessive force is
not applied to the tape during threading.
!=
!-
7
6
5
8
9
!/
![ 1
2
4
3

2-6 HVR-1500
(2) Cassette compartment
1The sensors S1, S2 and S3 discriminate the inserted cassette type among the mini, M, standard
cassettes and the cassette adaptor for DVCPRO by on/off of the sensors.
2The sensors PH1, PH2 and PH3 detect the movement of a cassette compartment by their combina-
tion.
3The sensors PH4 and PH5 detect that a mini cassette got inserted.
The sensors PH4 and PH6 detect that a M cassette got inserted.
The sensors PH4 and PH7 detect that a standard cassette got inserted.
2PH3
2PH1
3PH4
1S1
1S3
1S2
3PH5
3PH7
3PH6
2PH2