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Akai X-1810 User Manual

Akai X-1810
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Akai X-1810 Specifications

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Reel Size7-inch
Signal to Noise Ratio50 dB
Track System4-track, 2-channel stereo
Tape Speeds3.75 / 7.5 ips
Frequency Response30 Hz - 20 kHz
InputsLine In
OutputsLine Out
Head ConfigurationRecord/Playback, Erase
SemiconductorsTransistors

Summary

I. SPECIFICATIONS

RECORDING SYSTEM

In-Line 4-track stereo/monaural CROSS-FIELD HEAD Recording System.

PLAYBACK SYSTEM

In-Line 4-track stereo/monaural playback system.

TAPE SPEED

Reel: 3 speeds (1-7/8, 3-3/4, 7-1/2 ips); Cartridge: 3-3/4 ips.

WOW AND FLUTTER

Less than 0.12% at 7-1/2 ips (Reel Playback only).

FREQUENCY RESPONSE

30 to 22,000 Hz. ±3 dB at 7-1/2 ips.

SIGNAL TO NOISE RATIO

Reel: Better than 46 dB Forward Operation.

MOTORS

Capstan Motor: Hysteresis Synchronous 3-speed; Reel Motor: Two 6-pole eddy current motors.

TRANSISTORS USED

List of specific transistor types and quantities.

POWER CONSUMPTION

110W (X-1810D 95W).

II. MEASURING METHOD

TAPE SPEED DEVIATION

Method for measuring tape speed variation using pre-recorded or timing tape.

WOW AND FLUTTER

Method for measuring tape speed variations using a 3,000 Hz pre-recorded tape.

SIGNAL TO NOISE RATIO

Procedure to measure signal to noise ratio using a 250 Hz sine wave.

TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION FACTOR

Method to measure distortion using a 1,000 Hz sine wave.

POWER OUTPUT

Procedure to measure output power using a 250 Hz sine wave.

CROSS TALK

Method to measure signal leakage between tracks using a 1,000 Hz signal.

FREQUENCY RESPONSE

Procedure to measure frequency response from 30 Hz to 23,000 Hz.

III. CONTROL LOCATIONS

IV. DISMANTLING OF TAPE TRANSPORT UNIT & AMPLIFIERS

V. TRANSPORT MECHANISM

FORWARD PLAY (Recording)

Describes operation when the Playback/Record Lever is set to PLAY.

FROM FORWARD PLAY TO REVERSE PLAY

Explains the transition from forward to reverse playback mode.

FROM REVERSE TO FORWARD PLAY

Details the process of switching from reverse to forward playback.

FAST FORWARD

Describes the operation when the Fast Forward/Rewind Lever is set to "F. Fwd".

REWIND

Describes the operation when the Fast Forward/Rewind Lever is set to "RWD".

AUTOMATIC STOP MECHANISM

Explains how the mechanism stops automatically when tape breaks or ends.

RECORD/PLAYBACK CHANGING MECHANISM

Details the mechanism for switching between record and playback modes.

CARTRIDGE AUTOMATIC STOP OPERATING PRINCIPLES

Explains the automatic stop function for cartridge operation.

VI. MECHANISM ADJUSTMENT

HEAD HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

Adjusting the height of Rec/Playback and Erasing heads for proper tape contact.

ADJUSTMENT OF AZIMUTH ALIGNMENT

Aligning heads for maximum output and correct playback across tape width.

HEAD ADJUSTMENT (CARTRIDGE) (PART I)

Adjusting cartridge head azimuth and height for optimal performance.

HEAD ADJUSTMENT (CARTRIDGE) (PART II)

Separating head blocks for easier adjustment and fine-tuning of cartridge heads.

BRAKE TENSION ADJUSTMENT

Procedure for measuring and adjusting brake tension using a tension gauge.

REEL HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

Adjusting reel table height to ensure proper reel seating.

VII. AMPLIFIER ADJUSTMENT

ADJUSTMENT OF RECORDING BIAS FREQUENCY

Method to adjust the recording bias frequency using an oscillator and oscilloscope.

ADJUSTMENT OF RECORDING BIAS VOLTAGE

Procedure for adjusting bias voltage using a V.T.V.M.

ADJUSTMENT OF LINE OUTPUT LEVEL

Steps to set the line output level for reel and cartridge playback.

VIII. MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

LUBRICATION INSTRUCTION

Guidelines for lubricating motor, flywheel, and pinch wheel every 500 hours.

CLEANING TAPE HEADS AND OTHER PARTS

Procedure for cleaning heads, rollers, and bearings with alcohol.

IX. COMPOSITE VIEWS OF COMPONENTS

SYSTEM CONTROL P.C. BOARD (MC-2008)

Diagram showing component layout of the system control board.

SPARK QUENCHER P.C. BOARD (MC-2009)

Diagram showing component layout of the spark quencher board.

EQUALIZER P.C. BOARD (MC-5008)

Diagram showing component layout of the equalizer board.

HEADPHONE OUT P.C. BOARD (MC-5031) (FOR DECK)

Diagram showing component layout of the headphone out board.

PRE-AMPLIFIER P.C. BOARD (RC-550)

Diagram showing component layout of the pre-amplifier board.

CARTRIDGE P.C. BOARD (RC-79)

Diagram showing component layout of the cartridge board.

POWER SOURCE P.C. BOARD (LF-5026)

Diagram showing component layout of the power source board.

MODE SWITCH P.C. BOARD (RC-553)

Diagram showing component layout of the mode switch board.

MAIN AMPLIFIER P.C. BOARD (RC-589)

Diagram showing component layout of the main amplifier board.

OSCILLATOR P.C. BOARD (MR-505)

Diagram showing component layout of the oscillator board.

OUT SWITCH P.C. BOARD (RC-554)

Diagram showing component layout of the out switch board.

X. TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART

Trouble with Tape Transport Mechanism

Troubleshooting common problems related to the tape transport mechanism.

Trouble with Amplifier - Playback Mode

Troubleshooting issues within the amplifier during playback.

Trouble with Amplifier - Recording Problems

Troubleshooting issues related to recording audio onto tape.

Trouble with Cartridge Operation

Troubleshooting issues specific to cartridge operation.

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