Azimuth Alignment Of Audio/Control/ Erase Head - Philips VR550 Service Manual

1-D. Azimuth Alignment of Audio/Con-
trol/ Erase Head
Purpose:
To correct the Azimuth alignment so that the Audio/
Control/Erase Head meets tape tracks properly.
Symptom of Misalignment:
If the position of the Audio/Control/Erase Head is not
properly aligned, the Audio S/N Ratio or Frequency
Response will be poor.
1. Connect the oscilloscope to the audio output jack
on the rear side of the deck.
2. Playback the alignment tape (9965 000 14515) and
confirm that the audio signal output level is 6kHz.
3. Adjust Azimuth Adj. Screw so that the output level
on the AC Voltmeter or the waveform on the oscillo-
scope is at maximum. (Fig. M6)
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