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DYNACO SCA-80 User Manual

DYNACO SCA-80
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SCA-80(Q) C11 REPLACEMENT
ASSEMBLY MANUAL
© 2014-2016 AkitikA, LLC
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Revision 1p05 July 3, 2016
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DYNACO SCA-80 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandDYNACO
ModelSCA-80
CategoryAmplifier
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Section 1: About This Manual

Other SCA-80 Upgrades

Details on upgrading SCA-80 with SCA80C9 kit for improved bass and reduced distortion.

Who Should Attempt these Projects?

Identifies necessary skills like soldering and using hand tools for kit assembly.

Tools You'll Need

Lists essential tools for the project, including screwdrivers, wire cutters, pliers, and soldering iron.

Project Overview

Outlines the main steps: building the new power supply PCB, removing old components, and installing the new supply.

About Components

States the manufacturer's right to make design and component changes without prior notification.

Recommended Solder

Specifies 60/40 Rosin Core solder with a 0.032-inch diameter for assembly.

Section 2: Building the Power Supply PC Board

First, Get A Soup Bowl!

Suggests using a wide, flat soup bowl as a holder for PCB components during assembly.

Install the Resistors

Provides a step-by-step procedure for installing resistors onto the printed circuit board.

Resistor Notes

Offers key information about resistor types, values, and the meaning of K notation.

Install the Diode

Details the process of installing the diode, emphasizing correct polarity alignment.

Install U2, the TO-92 Package 17.5 Volt Regulator

Guides the installation of the TO-92 packaged 17.5V regulator, noting orientation and lead bending.

Install the 24 Volt Regulator, TO-220 Package

Explains how to install the TO-220 packaged 24V regulator with a heat sink and mounting hardware.

Install the Capacitors

Instructs on installing polarized electrolytic capacitors, highlighting polarity markings and silk screen indicators.

Solder GJ1 in Place

Describes how to insert and solder a 20 AWG wire into the board for GJ1 connection.

Remove the Old Power Supply

Provides safety precautions and steps for disconnecting and removing the original power supply unit.

Install the New Power Supply

Details attaching mounting brackets and fastening the new power supply PCB to the chassis.

Connect the New Power Supply

Explains the procedure for stripping wires and connecting them to the new power supply PCB terminals.

Final Test and Assembly

Covers inspecting the work, testing output voltages, and completing the amplifier reassembly.

Schematic

Resistor Color Code

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