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Denon DR-M2 Service Manual

Denon DR-M2
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Denon DR-M2 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Track System4-track, 2-channel stereo
Heads1 x record/playback, 1 x erase
MotorDC Servo Motor
Noise ReductionDolby B, C
TypeCassette Deck
Tape TypeCrO2, Metal
Frequency Response20 Hz - 20 kHz
Wow and Flutter0.05% (WRMS)
InputLine Level
Power Supply220V
Signal-to-Noise Ratio72dB (Dolby C)
OutputLine Level

Summary

MAIN FEATURES

SPECIFICATIONS

PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS

Power switch (POWER)

Controls the power ON/OFF state of the set.

Timer switch (TIMER)

Used for unattended recordings or wake-up playback.

Eject button (EJECT)

Opens the cassette compartment.

Cassette compartment

Area where the cassette tape is loaded.

Computer counter (COMPUTER COUNTER)

Displays tape counter and remaining tape time.

Dolby noise reduction switch (DOLBY NR)

Activates Dolby NR system and selects B or C type.

Multiplex filter switch (MPX FILTER)

Prevents Dolby NR mis-operation during FM recordings.

Monitor switch (MONITOR)

Selects SOURCE or TAPE for monitoring.

FL peak meter (FL PEAK METER)

Indicates peak recording/playback level.

Tape select indicator (TAPE SELECT)

Shows selected tape type (NORMAL, CrO2, METAL).

Output level knob (OUTPUT)

Adjusts headphone and monitor output volume.

Noise reduction system indicator (NR SYSTEM)

Displays selected Dolby NR system (B or C).

Monitor indicator (MONITOR)

Indicates selected monitor source (TAPE or SOURCE).

Record input level knob (INPUT LEVEL)

Adjusts the record input level for L and R channels.

Tape control buttons

Buttons for PLAY, STOP, REWIND, FAST FORWARD, RECORD, PAUSE/MUTE.

Computerized tuning system (COMPUTER TUNING)

Automatically sets equalizer and recording sensitivity.

SYSTEM BLOCK DIAGRAMS

BLOCK DIAGRAM (DR-M3)

Shows the overall system block diagram for DR-M3.

BLOCK DIAGRAM (DR-M2)

Shows the overall system block diagram for DR-M2.

LEVEL DIAGRAM

PLAYBACK SYSTEM

Illustrates signal levels during playback.

RECORDING SYSTEM

Illustrates signal levels during recording.

MICROCOMPUTER CONTROL SYSTEM

OUTLINE OF THE MECHANISM CONTROL MICROCOMPUTER

Explains the function of the mechanism control microcomputer.

COMPUTER COUNTER

Details the function of the computer counter.

COMPUTER TUNING (CTS)

Explains the automatic tuning system.

DISASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

How to Remove the Front Panel

Step-by-step guide to detach the front panel.

How to Remove the Mechanisms

Steps for removing the main mechanical assembly.

How to Remove the Control Circuit Board

Instructions for removing the main control PCB.

How to Remove the FL Meter

Procedure for removing the FL meter unit.

How to Remove the FL Counter

Procedure for removing the FL counter unit.

How to Remove the CTS Circuit Board

Steps to remove the CTS circuit board (DR-M3).

How to Remove the Audio Circuit Board

Guide for detaching the audio circuit board.

How to Remove the Logic Circuit Board

Steps to remove the logic circuit board.

How to Remove the Power Supply Circuit Board

Procedure for removing the power supply board.

MECHANISM SECTION ADJUSTMENTS AND CHECKS

Replacing the Pinch Roller

Instructions for replacing the pinch roller.

Checking the Pressure Force of the Pinch Roller

How to measure pinch roller pressure.

Replacing the Record/Playback Head

Steps for replacing the R/P head.

Adjusting the R/P HEAD

Procedure for R/P head height and azimuth adjustment.

Replacing the ERASE HEAD

Steps for replacing the erase head.

Adjusting the ERASE HEAD Height

How to set the erase head height.

Checking for Axis Direction Movements of the Capstan Shaft

Verifying capstan shaft axial movement.

Checking the Take-up Torque

Measuring take-up torque.

Adjusting the Reel Thrust Movement

Setting reel thrust movement within tolerance.

ELECTRICAL SECTIONS ADJUSTMENTS

Tape Transport Check

Verifying tape path and guide alignment.

Adjusting the Azimuth

Setting the azimuth alignment of the R/P head.

Checking and Adjusting the Tape Speed

Adjusting tape speed using a frequency counter.

Adjusting the Input Sensitivity

Setting input signal levels.

Checking the Operation of the DOLBY

Verifying Dolby system frequency response.

Adjusting the Playback Section

Setting playback level and frequency response.

Adjusting the FL Meter

Calibrating the FL meter display.

Adjusting the Recording Section

Setting record/playback frequency response.

Adjusting the CTS

Adjusting the Computer Tuning System.

PARTS LISTS

PARTS LIST OF MECHANISM UNIT

List of all parts for the mechanism unit.

PARTS LIST OF EXPLODED VIEW

List of parts corresponding to exploded views.

COMPONENT UNIT PARTS LISTS

Lists of parts for various component units (Audio, CTS, FL Meter, etc.).

EXPLODED VIEWS

EXPLODED VIEW OF MECHANISM UNIT

Visual breakdown of the mechanism components.

EXPLODED VIEW OF CABINET AND CHASSIS GROUP

Visual breakdown of the cabinet and chassis.

PRINTED WIRING BOARDS (P.W. BOARDS)

P. W. BOARD OF KU-0450 AUDIO AMP UNIT

Printed wiring board layout for the Audio Amplifier Unit.

P. W. BOARD OF KU-0451 CTS UNIT

Printed wiring board layout for the CTS Unit.

P. W. BOARD OF KU-0452 FL METER UNIT

Printed wiring board layout for the FL Meter Unit.

P. W. BOARD OF KU-0452-1 FL METER UNIT

Printed wiring board layout for the FL Meter Unit (DR-M2).

P. W. BOARD OF KU-0449 LOGIC AND POWER UNIT

Printed wiring board layout for the Logic/Power Unit.

P. W. BOARD OF KU-0453 FL COUNTER UNIT

Printed wiring board layout for the FL Counter Unit.

P. W. BOARD OF KU-0454 CONTROL UNIT

Printed wiring board layout for the Control Unit.

P. W. BOARD OF KU-0455 CAPSTAN SERVO UNIT

Printed wiring board layout for the Capstan Servo Unit.

WIRING AND SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS

CONNECTIONS OF P. W. BOARD

Illustrates interconnections between printed wiring boards.

SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM OF AUDIO AMP UNIT

Circuit diagram for the Audio Amplifier Unit.

SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM OF CTS UNIT

Circuit diagram for the CTS Unit.

SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM OF FL METER UNIT

Circuit diagram for the FL Meter Unit.

SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM OF LOGIC AND POWER UNIT

Circuit diagram for the Logic and Power Unit.

SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM OF FL COUNTER UNIT

Circuit diagram for the FL Counter Unit.

SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM OF CAPSTAN SERVO UNIT

Circuit diagram for the Capstan Servo Unit.

SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM OF CONTROL UNIT

Circuit diagram for the Control Unit.

SEMICONDUCTOR LEAD CONNECTIONS

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