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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...
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Ex.2 When there are 3 effective digits (such as in high precision metal film resistors). 562 x 10 5621 RN1/4PC CONTRAST TABLE VSX-523-K/CUXESM and VSX-5231/CUXESM are constructed the same except for the following: Mark Symbol and Description VSX-523-K/CUXESM VSX-5231/CUXESM Remarks...
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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 Service Manual. A subscription to, or additional copies of, Also test with plug reversed Earth PIONEER Service Manual may be obtained at a nominal (Using AC adapter ground charge from PIONEER. plug as required)
CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION................................2 1. SERVICE PRECAUTIONS ..............................4 1.1 NOTES ON SOLDERING ............................... 4 1.2 NOTES ON REPLACING PARTS ........................... 4 1.3 SERVICE NOTICE................................4 2. SPECIFICATIONS................................. 5 3. BASIC ITEMS FOR SERVICE .............................. 6 3.1 CHECK POINTS AFTER SERVICING ........................... 6 3.2 JIGS LIST ..................................
1. SERVICE PRECAUTIONS 1.1 NOTES ON SOLDERING • 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.
2. SPECIFICATIONS Amplifier section Accessories Continuous average power output of 80 watts* per channel, min., at 8 ohms, from 20 Hz to 20 000 Hz with no more than 0.08 %** total harmonic distortion. Front (stereo) ............80 W + 80 W Power output (1 kHz, 6 Ω, 1 %) ......
3. BASIC ITEMS FOR SERVICE 3.1 CHECK POINTS AFTER SERVICING Items to be checked after servicing To keep the product quality after servicing, confirm recommended check points shown below. Procedures Check points Confirm whether the customer complain has been solved. The customer complain must not be reappeared.
3.3 PCB LOCATIONS OPTCO ASSY SMPS ASSY D-MAIN ASSY CPU ASSY MAIN ASSY CONCT ASSY WG ASSY AMP5 ASSY G-L ASSY REG ASSY G-R ASSY HPMIC ASSY FUSB ASSY INSEL ASSY FRONT ASSY NOTES: Parts marked by “NSP” are generally unavailable because they are not in our Master Spare Parts List. The >...
4. BLOCK DIAGRAM 4.1 OVERALL WIRING DIAGRAM AC CORD OPTCO ASSY or INLET (7028073313010-IL) (S1) AC-IN 1/2, MAIN ASSY (7028073311010-IL) MAIN TRANS (S2) (S4) REG ASSY B C E Q103FR Q103 Q102FR Q102FR (7028073312010-IL) Q101FR Q101FR 2SD2390 2SD2 KTC3964 KTC3964 2SB1560 2SB1560 AMP5 ASSY...
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When ordering service parts, be sure to refer to "EXPLODED VIEWS and PARTS LIST" or "PCB 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. : The power supply is shown with the marked box.
5. DIAGNOSIS 5.1 TROUBLESHOOTING No Power This is just for general reference and does not including every single case. No Power Is Stand by? Is the error indicated? Other trouble. (or ON → Stand by) (HDMI LED flashing?) AMP DC Protention works. Disconnect speaker cables if you connect speakers.
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No FL DISPLAY This is just for general reference and does not including every single case. No FL DISPLAY Is the voltage 2.27 Vac Are the voltage 2.3 Vac to 2.5 Vac? to 2.28 Vac? Replace Power transformer. (FRONT Assy CP703 pins 1, 3) (Transformer orange wire) Replace FLT701 or replace FRONT Assy.
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No Sound This is just for general reference and does not including every single case. No Sound Phones When connected phones, When connected phones, does the relay change to phones? is CN206 pin 4 (HP_DET) Replace HPMIC Assy. (CPU Assy IC203 pin 24 0 → 3.3 V) low? No Problem / No Damage Check connectors between FRONT...
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No Problem / No Damage Check the voltage. Check between MAIN Assy CP110 (MAIN Assy W7 pin 10: +12 V) Replace MAIN Assy. and CONCT Assy CN110. (MAIN Assy W7 pin 13: -12 V) No Check the data signals at the following locations. Check CP15 pin 7 (VOL_CLK), pin 8 (VOL_DATA).
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Is Front L, R speaker output No Repair IC2011 (AK4588) and its sound OK? Input PCM to COAX in or peripheral circuit or replace D-MAIN Assy. OPT in, set Auto Surround Replace D-MAIN Assy. Replace PACK601 (Tuner Pack) Tuner → (Other Analog OK) on MAIN Assy.
5.2 USB/iPod ERROR MESSAGE Functional Name iPod ERROR MESSAGE Outline Error message is displayed at abnormality time. Basic Operation Front Key Sequence Change OSD display Time (sec) FL Display Over Current Error I / U E R R 4 No Track Caution T R A C K VSX-523-K Downloaded from...
5.4 IC INFORMATION (M3030RFGPFP_256K)(CPU ASSY: IC203) MAIN CPU • Pin Function Symbol Description DIRECT_SEL Not used CNT_LED Not used 3959_RST MFI IC reset signal 3959_PWR MFI IC Power control pin POWERDOWN Power down signal input pin Not used Remote control signal input pin Ground CNVSS_UP Switches processor mode...
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Symbol Description C_RLY Tr driven control pins at the Center speaker output Relay (active at H) Not used SP_DC HDMI LED on/off control pin if Speaker DC Protection NET_PWR Control pin HDMI IC +5 V REG. IC (on: H) H+1.8V_ON Control pin HDMI IC +1.8 V REG.
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(EPF025A)(D-MAIN ASSY: IC2001) SUB CPU • Pin Function Symbol Description Not used CSCK_MAIN Clock signal input from main CPU SCDO_MAIN Data signal input from main CPU HSCL IIC clock signal output pin HSDA IIC data signal in/output pin +3.3 V power supply Not used +3.3 V power supply Ground...
6. SERVICE MODE [1] Display mode for numbers of protection detections [Purpose] The numbers of detections for various protection processes are displayed. [How to enter/exit] During Standby mode, simultaneously press and hold the [PRESET k] and [STANDBY/ON] keys for 2 seconds to enter this mode.
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[2] Reset mode for numbers of protection detections [Purpose] For clearing all the counts of protection detections. (This mode resets the counts of protection detections.) [How to enter/exit] During Standby mode, simultaneously press and hold the [ALC/STANDARD SURR] and [STANDBY/ON] keys for 10 seconds to enter this mode.
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[3] The unit’s operation when a error is detected [Purpose] • The unit’s operation when a DC/OVER/TEMP error is detected is described here. • How to cancel the status after detection of a DC error is described here, because no key input will be accepted after a DC error detection.
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3.3 TEMP (AMP overheat) error detection For detection of a TEMP error, the unit monitors both the TR_DET and PROTECT2 signals. If a TEMP error is detected, the processes shown below will be performed. The processes shown below are rough operational specifications and are not the actual commands from the mounted components.
7. DISASSEMBLY Note: Even if the unit shown in the photos and illustrations in this manual may differ from your product, the procedures described here are common. Some connections of the housing wires or connectors may be tight. When disconnecting those wires or connectors, be careful not to damage them.
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2. Disassembly Note: For performing the diagnosis shown below, the following jigs for service is required: • Board to board extension jig cable (GGD1846) • Board to board extension jig cable (GGD1847) • Board to board extension jig cable (GGD1848) [1] Front Panel Section Remove the cabinet by removing the 10 screws.
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[2] Heatsink Section Caution: Heatsink section in work becomes hot, and be careful with it. Remove the cabinet by removing the 10 screws. (1) Remove the three screws. (BBZ30P080FTC) • Bottom view (2) Remove the two screws. (BBZ30P080FTC) (3) Release the two jumper wires. WG Assy (4) Disconnect the four connectors.
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[3] D-MAIN Assy Remove the cabinet by removing the 10 screws. [3-1] Disassembly Back chassis (1) Remove the one screw. ×5 (BBT30P100FTB) (2) Remove the five screws. (BSZ30P040FTB) • Rear view CPU Assy CONCT Assy (3) Remove the two screws. CPU Assy CN2003 (BBZ30P080FTC)
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[3-3] Diagnosis of AMP5 Assy (1) Disconnect the one extension jig cable. Borad to board extension (2) Remove the one screw. jig cable (GGD1848) (BBZ30P180FTC) (3) Remove the CONCT Assy by disconnecting the one BtoB connector. (CN110) CN2003 CN109 CN110 CP110 CONCT Assy D-MAIN Assy...
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[4] MAIN Assy Remove the cabinet by removing the 10 screws. [4-1] Back chassis, D-MAIN Assy (1) Remove the 10 screws. Back chassis ×10 (BBT30P100FTB) (2) Remove the five screws. ×5 (BSZ30P040FTB) (3) Remove the D-MAIN Assy. (See procedure [3].) •...
8. EACH SETTING AND ADJUSTMENT • If the adjustment is shifted or if it becomes necessary to readjust because of part replacement, etc., perform the adjustment as described below. • Any value changed in Adjustment mode will be stored in memory as soon as it is changed. Before readjustment, take note of the original values for reference in case you need to restore the original settings.
8.2 UPDATING OF THE FIRMWARE [Purpose] Refer to this section when updating the firmware of each microcomputer is required by the service information, etc. [Necessary Tools and Connections] 1 MAIN microcomputer • PC with a serial port • RS-232C cable (9-pin to 9-pin, straight cable) (Marketing product) •...
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Connect as shown in the figure below. Insert the FFC with its contact surface facing the " mark. USB cable (HDMI/CEC microcomputer) 10P to 10P FFC UPDATE jig GGF1646 USB cable Rear side A type <-> B type Microcomputers update [Procedures] for MAIN microcomputer [ if the following messages are displayed ]...
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5. Set speed update and update the MCU. 1 Set speed of update. 1 Set speed of update. Set Baud rate to 38400. Press the OK button. 2 Update the MCU. E.P.R=>Erase+Program+Read 7. Unplug the AC cord. Disconnect the FFC cable. 2 Update the MCU Press the E.P.R …...
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4. Select the update file. Press the "OpenFile" button. 6. Update Finished HDMI microcomputer. Be chosen automatically to Bank 2 when you choose file of H00 in Bank 0. End the application EPFlash. Select "VSX-423_********.h00" file to update MCU. If a message of "Program BANK0 BANK1 BANK2 OK!" is 5.
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DSP firmware update [Procedures] 1. Select TV fucntion, and, with Signal select as OPTICAL1 then set the unit to STBY_Off mode. 2. Press the SPEAKERS and STANDBY/ON keys simultaneously to enter DSP UpDate mode. ("DSP UP" is displayed.) 3. When "PLAY" is displayed, playback of the .wav file starts. (Play the file only once. NEVER repeat playback.) ("PLAY"...
8.3 IDLE CURRENT ADJUSTMENT When any component parts which are within the red square on the following circuit diagram are replaced, the idle current adjustment of that channel is required. (Idle current adjustment for another channel is not required.) However, when any capacitors are replaced, the adjustment is not required. (The following circuit diagram is for SL channel, but another channel also has same circuit diagram and same adjustment is required) (SL)
9. EXPLODED VIEWS AND PARTS LIST 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.
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PACKING SECTION PARTS LIST Mark No. Description Part No. 1 Remote control (AXD7690) 8300769000010-IL 2 AM Loop Antenna E601019000010-IL 3 FM Wire Antenna E605010140010-IL 4 Microphone APM7011 (for Auto MCACC setup) 5 Quick Start Guide 5707000007800-IL 6 Operating Instructions (CD-ROM) 6517000001280-IL 7 Box, Gift VSX523CU 6007212370000-IL 8 Cushion, Snow VSX523...
10. SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM 10.1 MAIN ASSY (1/2) SPEAKER TERMINAL (FL) : Audio Signal Route (Front L ch) VSX-523 : ALL Large (SL) VSX-423 : Front ; Large, Other(Center,Surroud) ; Clips : Audio Signal Route (Surround L ch) : Audio Signal Route (Center ch) (HPL) : Audio Signal Route (Headphone L ch) R1204...
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: Video Signal Route MAIN ASSY (7028073311010-IL) * OSD OPTION TABLE MODEL CUX/JX FLX/AX/PWX (NTSC) (PAL) (NTSC / PAL SELECT) NJM41050VT LOGIC TABLE REF. NO. C609R XTAL1200 14M318(18P) 14M318(18P) 10/50 C614 MUTE J1200 0-1608 C612 L(OPEN) L(OPEN) XTAL1201 17M734(18P) 17M734(18P) C611R 100N-K 4N7-K...
10.2 MAIN ASSY (2/2) 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 (SW) (SW) of identical designation. R470 C460 R462 R466 10/50 C470 (SW) R461...
10.10 INSEL, FRONT and HPMIC ASSYS FRONT ASSY (7028073321010-IL) PRESET PHASE AUTO HVS RDS TP TA PTY ST TUNE ZONE SP HD D+EX PLIIx ADV.S. DIGITAL DTS HD ES 96/24 NEO:6 HDMI FLAC_1 CP703 5267-3PAN L702 10UH(02) FLAC_2 FLAC_2 10N-K C727 C766 C728...
10.12 REG ASSY REG ASSY (7028073312010-IL) KIA7805API KIA7812API KIA7912PI R_NO ZD82 Q429 ZJ22B RT1N237C JX/FX/DLX OTHERS OPEN OPEN 100/16(6.3*11) Q429 RT1N237C ZD82 ZJ22B LBAS16HT1G 100/6.3(6.3*5) R336 ZD81 ZJ12B 100/16(6.3*11) LBAS16HT1G 1/50 1N4007 47N(EB)-100V 1N4007 1N4007 47N(EB)-100V VSX-528/823 ONLY 1N4007 OPEN CUX/FLX/PWX/AX OPEN SYX/JX...
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ZD82 Q429 ZJ22B N237C OPEN LBAS16HT1G LBAS16HT1G 0R22(1) 47N(EB)-100V 47N(EB)-100V 47N(EB)-100V 0R22(1) VSX-528/823 ONLY OPEN WX/AX OPEN (3216) (3216) R48/R71/R72 • NOTE FOR FUSE REPLACEMENT N302_A CAUTION - FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST RISK OF FIRE, REPLACE WITH SAME TYPE AND RATINGS OF FUSE. 301_A VSX-523-K Downloaded from...
11. PCB CONNECTION DIAGRAM 11.1 MAIN ASSY SIDE A NOTE FOR PCB DIAGRAMS : 1. The parts mounted on this PCB include all necessary parts for several destinations. For further information for respective destinations, be sure to check with the schematic diagram.
11.6 SMPS and REG ASSYS SIDE A SMPS ASSY CAUTION : REPLACE WITH SAME TYPE FUSE(S). ATTENTION : UTILISER UN FUSIBLE DE RECHANGE DE MEME TYPE. PRIMAR C102 100UF/400V C103 BONDING C131 0.01UF/250V RL101 JZC-36FD/005-HLT R114 C117 0.01UF/250V GBL206 C109 C105 470P/250V BONDING...
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SIDE A SECONDARY RIMARY BONDING R120 4.7(1W) C103 TR102 BONDING C106 5600UF/6.3V 1PIN D103 BONDING 30SC6MT L102 100M IC102 IC116 IC116 EE2525V BONDING C112 33UF/63V BANTING TYPE 4007 F101 FUSE ZD114 ZJ6.2B IC100 CX101 7PIN/WIRE CX101 CN101 VSX-523-K Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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SIDE B SMPS ASSY SECONDARY R109 R108 R118 R112 C113 C140 C139 C136 R123 CX101 Q429 VSX-523-K Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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SIDE B C135 D112 PRIMARY KDZ20B CX100 REG ASSY Q429 VSX-523-K Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
11.7 WG, G-L and G-R ASSYS SIDE A SIDE A WG ASSY G-L ASSY G-R ASSY SIDE B SIDE B G-L ASSY G-R ASSY WG ASSY VSX-523-K Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
12. PCB PARTS LIST 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.
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Mark No. Description Part No. Mark No. Description Part No. IC 2008 MM3529A33P RESISTORS IC 2011 J080458800010-IL R 16 C060047065060-IL IC 2014 J040742570040-IL R 24,25 C060010165060-IL R 26-29 N113136647820-IL IC 2018 J001986466010-IL R 33 F320471000950-IL IC 2024 J127380010060-IL R 452 C060010165060-IL IC 2026 J000240160080-IL...
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Mark No. Description Part No. FU 100 FUSE GLASS TUBE 20MM (3.15 A) N751503151160-IL FU 101 FUSE GLASS TUBE 20MM (T8AL/250V)N751508001160-IL RESISTORS R 100 C060068564520-IL R 116 C060R68065050-IL R 120 C0604R7065050-IL CAPACITORS C 100 D02110407H010-IL C 102 D04010108K000-IL C 103 D00810207Q010-IL C 104,105 D00847127H010-IL...