VC-S2000HM SERVICE MANUAL S80G3VC-S2000 VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER VC-S2000HM MODEL In the interests of user-safety (Required by safety regulations in some countries) the set should be restored to its original condition and only parts identical to those specified be used. CONTENTS Page 1.
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VC-S2000HM PRECAUTIONS IN PART REPLACEMENT When servicing the unit with power on, be careful to the section marked white all over. This is the primary power circuit which is live. When checking the soldering side in the tape travel mode, make sure first that the tape has been loaded and then turn over the PWB with due care to the primary power circuit.
Video recording system: Two rotary heads, helical scan system Video signal: PAL colour and I signals, 625 lines Recording/playing time: 240 min max. with SHARP E-240 tape (SP mode) 480 min max. with an E-240 tape (LP mode) 720 min max. with an E-240 tape (EP mode) Tape width: 12.7mm...
VC-S2000HM 2. DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY 2-1 DISASSEMBLY OF MAJOR BLOCKS : Remove 4 screws 1. FUNCTION PWB : Remove 4 connectors 0 TOP CABINET TERMINAL PWB : Remove 3 screws q, 1 screw w, : Remove 2 screws 2 and 7clips 3.
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VC-S2000HM 2-2 DISASSEMBLING THE MECHANISM/MAIN PWB ASSEMBLY 1. Remove 1 screw 1 from behind of the MAIN PWB. 2. Removing the mechanism and cassette housing. Remove 2 screws 3 fixing the cassette housing to the Remove the FFC cable (AA,AD,AH) 2 which con- nects the PWB and the mechanism.
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VC-S2000HM 2-3 CARES WHEN REASSEMBLING cassette housing. (Conditions: When mechanism and INSTALLING THE CASSETTE HOUSING PWB have been installed) When the cassette housing is installed on the mechanism, the initial setting is essential condition. 2. Mechanical initial setting There are two initial setting methods, namely electrical Feed the pulley feed gear of loading motor with screw and mechanical.
VC-S2000HM 3. FUNCTION OF MAJOR MECHANICAL PARTS (TOP VIEW) Function Function Full erase head Reverse guide lever ass’y Supply pole base ass’y Casecon drive gear Tension arm ass’y Take-up reel disk Idler wheel ass’y Pinch roller lever ass’y Pinch drive lever ass’y Drum ass’y...
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VC-S2000HM FUNCTION OF MAJOR MECHANICAL PARTS (BOTTOM VIEW) Function Function Slow brake Clutch lever Master cam Limiter pulley ass'y Capstan D.D. motor Casecon drive gear Reel belt Shifter...
VC-S2000HM 4. ADJUSTMENT, REPLACEMENT AND ASSEMBLY OF MECHANICAL UNITS The explanation given below relates to the on-site general service (field service) but it does not relates to the adjustment and replacement which need high-grade equipment, jigs and skill. For example, the drum assembling, replacement and adjustment service must be performed by the person who have finished the technical courses.
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VC-S2000HM MAINTENANCE CHECK ITEMS AND EXECUTION TIME Perform the maintenance with the regular intervals as follows so as to maintain the quality of machine. 1000 1500 2000 Possible symptom Maintained Remarks hrs. hrs. hrs. hrs. encountered Parts Abnormal rotation or significant Guide roller ass’y...
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VC-S2000HM REMOVING AND INSTALLING THE CASSETTE Notes: HOUSING 1. When fitting the S/E sensor holder to the cassette controller frame L/R, take care. • Removal 2. Misengagement of teeth of casecon drive gear and drive 1. In the cassette removing mode, remove the cassette.
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VC-S2000HM REEL DISK REPLACEMENT AND HEIGHT 4. Assemble the Supply main brake ass'y. CHECK Notes: • Removal 1. When installing the reel disk, take due care so that the 1. Remove the cassette housing control assembly. tension band ass'y is not deformed and grease does no 2.
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VC-S2000HM Note: Notes: Whenever replacing the reel disk, perform the height check- 1. Hold the torque gauge by hand so that it is not moved. ing and adjustment. 2. Do not keep the reel disk in lock state. Do not allow long- time measurement.
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VC-S2000HM Notes: CHECKING AND ADJUSTMENT OF TAKE-UP 1. Hold the torque gauge by hand so that it is not moved. TORQUE IN VIDEO SEARCH REWIND MODE 2. Do not keep the reel disk in lock state. Do not allow long- •...
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VC-S2000HM CHECKING THE VIDEO SEARCH REWIND BACK TENSION • Remove the cassette housing control assembly. • After short-circuiting TP801 provided at the center Tension gauge Pinch roller (facing to the main PWB), plug in the power cord. 8.8 ~ 11.8 N (900 - 1,200gf) •...
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VC-S2000HM 2. Visually check to see if the right edge of the tension pole Tension pole adjuster adjusting range is within the 2.3 ± 0.25 from the right edge of the Sup guide shaft. Tension pole adjuster Sup guide shaft Tension pole 2.3 ±...
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VC-S2000HM • Adjustment • Checking the brake torque at the take-up side 1. If the indication of torque cassette meter is lower than the setting, shift the tension spring engagement to the part A. Torque gauge 2. If the indication of torque cassette meter is higher than the setting, shift the tension spring engagement to the part B.
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VC-S2000HM 3. Align the left end of gear of A/C head plate with the REPLACEMENT OF A/C (Audio/Control) HEAD punched mark of chassis, tentatively tighten the screws 1. Remove the cassette housing control assembly. 1 and 2 so as to ensure smooth motion of A/C head 2.
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VC-S2000HM A/C HEAD HEIGHT ROUGH ADJUSTMENT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT OF REVERSE GUIDE • Setting 1. Adjust the height from the mechanism chassis to the Azimuth screw reverse guide lower flange to 13.38 mm, using the reverse guide height adjustment jig, in tape loading state.
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VC-S2000HM Notes: ADJUSTMENT OF TAPE DRIVE TRAIN 1. Previously set the tracking control in the center position, 1. Tape run rough adjustment and adjust the envelop waveform to maximum with X 1 Remove the cassette housing control assembly. value adjustment nut. Thereby the tape run rough ad- 2 After shortcircuiting TP801 provided at the center justment is facilitated.
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VC-S2000HM 3 Next, change the alignment tape to VROCPSV to PB CHROMA playback. Press the tracking button (+), (–) and Envelope change the envelope waveform from max to min and from min to max. At this time adjust the height of...
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VC-S2000HM REPLACEMENT OF THE CAPSTAN D.D. REPLACEMENT OF DRUM D.D. MOTOR (DIRECT DRIVE) MOTOR 1. Set the ejection mode. • Remove the mechanism from the main PWB (refer to 2. Withdraw the main power plug from the socket. Page 5 item 1. When removing the mechanism from the main PWB").
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VC-S2000HM REPLACING THE UPPER AND LOWER DRUM ASSEMBLING OF PHASE MATCHING ASSEMBLY MECHANISM COMPONENTS • Assemble the phase matching mechanism compo- • Replacement (Perform in the numerical order) nents in the following order. 1 Remove the motor as stated in Page 22 D.D. motor 1.
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VC-S2000HM 1Insert Reverse Guide Lever Ass’y Insert reverse guide lever ass'y 2 Insert pinch drive cam Align here. Turn the reverse guide lever assembly counterclockwise Fit the pinch drive cam so that the notch of pinch to the stopper. drive cam aligns with the dent of pinch drive lever assembly.
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VC-S2000HM 1. Make sure that the loading gear is at the PHASE- INSTALLING THE SHIFTER MATCHING point 1 as shown below. 2. Install, paying attention to insert point 5 and release point 3. Drum 3. For the phase matching at the insert point 1, see the Capstan PHASE-MATCHING point 2 as shown below.
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VC-S2000HM INSTALLING THE MASTER CAM (AT REAR REPLACEMENT OF LOADING MOTOR • Removal SIDE OF MECHANISM CHASSIS) 1. Make sure beforehand that the shifter is at the point as shown below. 2. Place the master cam in the position as shown below.
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VC-S2000HM ASSEMBLY OF CASSETTE HOUSING 1. Drive Gear and R Drive angle ass’y MSPRT0381GEFJ Apply grease Apply grease Apply grease Figure 4-47. 2. Synchro Gear, Drive Gear L and Drive Gear R LANGF9592GEFW Top surface should be free from scratches or soil.
VC-S2000HM 5. ELECTRICAL ADJUSTMENT Notes: • Before the adjustment: Electrical adjustments discussed here are often required after replacement of electronic components and mechani- cal parts such as video heads. Check that the mechanism and all electric components are in good working condition prior to the adjustments, otherwise adjustments can not be completed.
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VC-S2000HM SERVO CIRCUIT ADJUSTMENT ADJUSTMENT OF HEAD SWITCHING POINT CH-1: 1V/div 50 s/div Measuring Dual-trace oscilloscope CH-2 CH-2: 2V/div 50 s/div instrument Colour TV monitor VIDEO OUT Mode Playback (TBC/DNR OFF) Cassette Alignment tape (VROCPSV) CH-1 7.5 – 0.5H (lines) V-sync.
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VC-S2000HM ADJUSTMENT OF PAL SYSTEM FV(False Vertical Sync) OF STILL PICTURE Measuring Colour TV monitor instrument Mode Playback still (MESECAM mode) Cassette Self-recorded tape (SP mode) (See Note below 2) Control Tracking control buttons (+) or (–) Specification No vertical jitter of picture 1.
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VC-S2000HM REPLACEMENT OF IC705(E PROM) Servicing precautions When the IC705(E PROM) has been replaced, make the following reprogramming. Depending on models, the IC705(E PROM) has been factory adjusted for it s memory function. It s therefor necessary to reprogram the memory function for the model in question.
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VC-S2000HM 2. SETTING OF Y/C RECORD CURRENT AND HOW TO SET THE TCB CONTROL PARAMETER. 1.Make sure that the condition of the set is POWER OFF mode. 2.Make the test point on the main PWB short-circuited condition momentarily. Or, transmit a test key (47h) from the remote controller.
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VC-S2000HM ROM MAP MODEL S2000HM YC DATA SUM 3AE5 REC CURRENT DATA SUM IC701 iX1589GE JP39 A.DUB JP38 SLOW ATR JP37 S.SIMPLE PB JP36 NTPB JP35 NTSC SKEW JP34 HEAD 2 JP33 HEAD 1 JP32 HEAD 0 JP31 GAMMA JP30...
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VC-S2000HM SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM NOTES: IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE: 1. The unit of resistance "ohm" is omitted (k=1000 BE SURE TO USE GENUINE PARTS FOR SE- ohm, M=1 Meg ohm). CURING THE SAFETY AND RELIABILITY OF 2. All resistors are 1/8 watt, unless otherwise noted.
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VC-S2000HM SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM NOTES: IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE: 1. The unit of resistance "ohm" is omitted (k=1000 BE SURE TO USE GENUINE PARTS FOR SE- ohm, M=1 Meg ohm). CURING THE SAFETY AND RELIABILITY OF 2. All resistors are 1/8 watt, unless otherwise noted.
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VC-S2000HM 4. ADJUSTMENT, REPLACEMENT AND ASSEMBLY OF MECHANICAL UNITS The explanation given below relates to the on-site general service (field service) but it does not relates to the adjustment and replacement which need high-grade equipment, jigs and skill. For example, the drum assembling, replacement and adjustment service must be performed by the person who have finished the technical courses.
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VC-S2000HM MAINTENANCE CHECK ITEMS AND EXECUTION TIME Perform the maintenance with the regular intervals as follows so as to maintain the quality of machine. 1000 1500 2000 Possible symptom Maintained Remarks hrs. hrs. hrs. hrs. encountered Parts Abnormal rotation or significant Guide roller ass’y...
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VC-S2000HM REMOVING AND INSTALLING THE CASSETTE Notes: HOUSING 1. When fitting the S/E sensor holder to the cassette controller frame L/R, take care. • Removal 2. Misengagement of teeth of casecon drive gear and drive 1. In the cassette removing mode, remove the cassette.
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VC-S2000HM REEL DISK REPLACEMENT AND HEIGHT 4. Assemble the Supply main brake ass'y. CHECK Notes: • Removal 1. When installing the reel disk, take due care so that the 1. Remove the cassette housing control assembly. tension band ass'y is not deformed and grease does no 2.
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VC-S2000HM Note: Notes: Whenever replacing the reel disk, perform the height check- 1. Hold the torque gauge by hand so that it is not moved. ing and adjustment. 2. Do not keep the reel disk in lock state. Do not allow long- time measurement.
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VC-S2000HM Notes: CHECKING AND ADJUSTMENT OF TAKE-UP 1. Hold the torque gauge by hand so that it is not moved. TORQUE IN VIDEO SEARCH REWIND MODE 2. Do not keep the reel disk in lock state. Do not allow long- •...
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VC-S2000HM CHECKING THE VIDEO SEARCH REWIND BACK TENSION • Remove the cassette housing control assembly. • After short-circuiting TP801 provided at the center Tension gauge Pinch roller (facing to the main PWB), plug in the power cord. 8.8 ~ 11.8 N (900 - 1,200gf) •...
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VC-S2000HM 2. Visually check to see if the right edge of the tension pole Tension pole adjuster adjusting range is within the 2.3 ± 0.25 from the right edge of the Sup guide shaft. Tension pole adjuster Sup guide shaft Tension pole 2.3 ±...
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VC-S2000HM • Adjustment • Checking the brake torque at the take-up side 1. If the indication of torque cassette meter is lower than the setting, shift the tension spring engagement to the part A. Torque gauge 2. If the indication of torque cassette meter is higher than the setting, shift the tension spring engagement to the part B.
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VC-S2000HM 3. Align the left end of gear of A/C head plate with the REPLACEMENT OF A/C (Audio/Control) HEAD punched mark of chassis, tentatively tighten the screws 1. Remove the cassette housing control assembly. 1 and 2 so as to ensure smooth motion of A/C head 2.
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VC-S2000HM A/C HEAD HEIGHT ROUGH ADJUSTMENT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT OF REVERSE GUIDE • Setting 1. Adjust the height from the mechanism chassis to the Azimuth screw reverse guide lower flange to 13.38 mm, using the reverse guide height adjustment jig, in tape loading state.
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VC-S2000HM Notes: ADJUSTMENT OF TAPE DRIVE TRAIN 1. Previously set the tracking control in the center position, 1. Tape run rough adjustment and adjust the envelop waveform to maximum with X 1 Remove the cassette housing control assembly. value adjustment nut. Thereby the tape run rough ad- 2 After shortcircuiting TP801 provided at the center justment is facilitated.
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VC-S2000HM 3 Next, change the alignment tape to VROCPSV to PB CHROMA playback. Press the tracking button (+), (–) and Envelope change the envelope waveform from max to min and from min to max. At this time adjust the height of...
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VC-S2000HM REPLACEMENT OF THE CAPSTAN D.D. REPLACEMENT OF DRUM D.D. MOTOR (DIRECT DRIVE) MOTOR 1. Set the ejection mode. • Remove the mechanism from the main PWB (refer to 2. Withdraw the main power plug from the socket. Page 5 item 1. When removing the mechanism from the main PWB").
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VC-S2000HM REPLACING THE UPPER AND LOWER DRUM ASSEMBLING OF PHASE MATCHING ASSEMBLY MECHANISM COMPONENTS • Assemble the phase matching mechanism compo- • Replacement (Perform in the numerical order) nents in the following order. 1 Remove the motor as stated in Page 22 D.D. motor 1.
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VC-S2000HM 1Insert Reverse Guide Lever Ass’y Insert reverse guide lever ass'y 2 Insert pinch drive cam Align here. Turn the reverse guide lever assembly counterclockwise Fit the pinch drive cam so that the notch of pinch to the stopper. drive cam aligns with the dent of pinch drive lever assembly.
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VC-S2000HM 1. Make sure that the loading gear is at the PHASE- INSTALLING THE SHIFTER MATCHING point 1 as shown below. 2. Install, paying attention to insert point 5 and release point 3. Drum 3. For the phase matching at the insert point 1, see the Capstan PHASE-MATCHING point 2 as shown below.
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VC-S2000HM INSTALLING THE MASTER CAM (AT REAR REPLACEMENT OF LOADING MOTOR • Removal SIDE OF MECHANISM CHASSIS) 1. Make sure beforehand that the shifter is at the point as shown below. 2. Place the master cam in the position as shown below.
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VC-S2000HM ASSEMBLY OF CASSETTE HOUSING 1. Drive Gear and R Drive angle ass’y MSPRT0381GEFJ Apply grease Apply grease Apply grease Figure 4-47. 2. Synchro Gear, Drive Gear L and Drive Gear R LANGF9592GEFW Top surface should be free from scratches or soil.
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VC-S2000HM 5. ELECTRICAL ADJUSTMENT Notes: • Before the adjustment: Electrical adjustments discussed here are often required after replacement of electronic components and mechani- cal parts such as video heads. Check that the mechanism and all electric components are in good working condition prior to the adjustments, otherwise adjustments can not be completed.
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VC-S2000HM SERVO CIRCUIT ADJUSTMENT ADJUSTMENT OF HEAD SWITCHING POINT CH-1: 1V/div 50 s/div Measuring Dual-trace oscilloscope CH-2 CH-2: 2V/div 50 s/div instrument Colour TV monitor VIDEO OUT Mode Playback (TBC/DNR OFF) Cassette Alignment tape (VROCPSV) CH-1 7.5 – 0.5H (lines) V-sync.
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VC-S2000HM ADJUSTMENT OF PAL SYSTEM FV(False Vertical Sync) OF STILL PICTURE Measuring Colour TV monitor instrument Mode Playback still (MESECAM mode) Cassette Self-recorded tape (SP mode) (See Note below 2) Control Tracking control buttons (+) or (–) Specification No vertical jitter of picture 1.
VC-S2000HM 10. REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST Ref. No. Part No. Description Code Ref. No. Part No. Description Code PARTS REPLACEMENT IC851 RH-iX1602UMZZ U MN150837SA IC1701 VHiMSP3417D1E U I.C. Parts marked with " å " are important for maintaining the safety of IC1801 VHiLC74793J1E J I.C.
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VC-S2000HM Ref. No. Part No. Description Code Ref. No. Part No. Description Code C1711 VCCCCY1HH6R0D J 6.0p 50V Ceramic R201 VRS-CY1JF682J J 6.8k 1/16W Metal Oxide AA C1712 VCKYD41CY103N J 0.01 16V Ceramic R202 VRS-CY1JF182J J 1.8k 1/16W Metal Oxide AA...
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VC-S2000HM Ref. No. Part No. Description Code Ref. No. Part No. Description Code R704 VRS-CY1JF392J J 3.9k 1/16W Metal Oxide AA R798 VRD-RA2BE271J J 270 1/8W Carbon R705 VRS-CY1JF104J J 100k 1/16W Metal Oxide AA R799 VRD-RA2BE102J J 1k 1/8W...
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VC-S2000HM Ref. No. Part No. Description Code Ref. No. Part No. Description Code RJ7004 VRS-CY1JF000J 1/16W Metal Oxide AA R1816 VRS-CY1JF103J J 10k 1/16W Metal Oxide AA RJ9901 VRS-CY1JF000J 1/16W Metal Oxide AA R1817 VRS-CY1JF125J J 1.2M 1/16W Metal Oxide AA...
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VC-S2000HM Ref. No. Part No. Description Code Ref. No. Part No. Description Code R2016 VRS-CY1JF122J J 1.2k 1/16W Metal Oxide AA R2448 VRS-CY1JF103J J 10k 1/16W Metal Oxide AA R2017 VRS-CY1JF162F J 1.6k 1/16W Metal Oxide AA R2449 VRS-CY1JF470J J 47...
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VC-S2000HM Ref. No. Part No. Description Code Ref. No. Part No. Description Code R2533 VRS-CY1JF222J J 2.2k 1/16W Metal Oxide AA R2534 VRS-CY1JF222J J 2.2k 1/16W Metal Oxide AA C2503 VCEA9M1HW105M J 1 50V Electrolytic R2535 VRS-CY1JF821J J 820 1/16W Metal Oxide AA...
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VC-S2000HM Ref. No. Part No. Description Code Ref. No. Part No. Description Code R866 VRS-CY1JF332J J 3.3k 1/16W Metal Oxide AA MLEVP0325GEZZ J Take-Up Main Brake R867 VRS-CY1JF123J J 12k 1/16W Metal Oxide AA Ass’y R868 VRS-CY1JF103J J 10k 1/16W Metal Oxide AA CLEVP0287AJZZ J Auto Head Cleaner Ass’y...
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PSLDM4577AJFW V 3D DNR Shield (Top) PSLDM4578AJFW V 3D DNR Shield (Bottom) PSPAZ0625UMZZ U Spacer FRONT PANEL PARTS CPNLC2821TEV2 U Front Panel Ass'y 501-2 HBDGB3034AJSC V SHARP Badge 501-3 CDECQ2076TEV7 U Cassette Flap Ass'y 501-5 HDECQ2075AJSA V Window Dec. 501-6 JBTN-2985AJSD...
VC-S2000HM 12. PACKING OF THE SET TGAN-3800UMZZ Guarantee Card TiNS-3894UMZZ RRMCG1272AJSA Operation Manual Infrared Remote Control Unit QCNW-7870UMZZ 75ohm Coaxial Cable SPAKF0201UMZZ Accessory Case SPAKC4453UMZZ SPAKC4453UMZZ Buffer Material Buffer Materia SPAKP0051UMZZ Foam Bag Fix with craft tape. SPAKC4068UMZZ Packing Case TLABK0016UMZZ No.
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Video recording system: Two rotary heads, helical scan system Video signal: PAL colour and I signals, 625 lines Recording/playing time: 240 min max. with SHARP E-240 tape (SP mode) 480 min max. with an E-240 tape (LP mode) 720 min max. with an E-240 tape (EP mode) Tape width: 12.7mm...
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