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Marantz 5020 Service Manual

Marantz 5020
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Marantz 5020 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Track System4-track, 2-channel stereo
Tape TypeType I, CrO2, FeCr
TypeCassette Deck
Heads1 x record/playback, 1 x erase
MotorDC servo controlled
Frequency Response30Hz to 16kHz (CrO2 tape)
Signal to Noise Ratio58dB (dolby NR)
Dimensions416 x 146 x 243mm

Summary

Disassembling Instructions

Tape Mechanism Block Removal

Replacing Push-Switch Knob

Adjustment Procedures

Mechanical Adjustments

Procedures for adjusting muting switches (Play, Pause, Record) for proper operation.

Mechanical Adjustment Details

Pause Timing and Play Torque

Instructions for adjusting PAUSE timing and PLAY torque to standard values.

FF/REW Torque Adjustment

Steps to adjust FF/REW torque by changing spring position for proper operation.

Torque Measurements and Adjustments

Play, FF, REW Torque Measurement

Confirms torque values using a torque cassette for optimal performance.

Motor Pulley, Flywheel, and Leaf Switch Adjustments

Adjustments for motor pulley, flywheel thrust, and leaf switch positioning.

Pinch Roller Adjustments

Pinch Roller Position and Pressure

Adjusting pinch roller position and pressure for correct tape path.

Wow and Flutter Measurement

Procedure for measuring wow and flutter using a test tape and meter.

FF/REW Autostop Mechanism

Autostop Mechanism Adjustment

Adjusting the FF/REW autostop mechanism by modifying stopper screw position.

Electrical Adjustments and Measurements

Head and Tape Speed Adjustments

Head Azimuth Adjustment Setup & Procedure

Setup and step-by-step guide to adjust head azimuth for maximum VTVM reading.

Tape Speed Adjustment Setup & Procedure

Setup and steps to adjust tape speed using a semi-fixed resistor and counter.

Playback Adjustments

Playback Equalizer Adjustment Setup & Procedure

Setup and steps to adjust playback equalizer using R117/R217 for frequency response.

Playback Output Adjustment Setup & Procedure

Setup and steps to adjust playback output level using R120/R220 for 580mV output.

Meter and Bias Trap Adjustments

VU Meter Adjustment Setup & Procedure

Setup and steps to adjust REC control and R151/R251 for proper VU meter deflection.

Bias Trap Adjustment Setup & Procedure

Setup and steps to adjust L101, L201, L107, L207, L102, L202 for minimum VTVM read.

19kHz Filter Adjustment

19kHz Filter Setup & Procedure

Setup and steps to adjust L103/L203 for minimum output with MPX filter ON.

Recording Bias Current Adjustment

Bias Current Setup & Procedure

Setup and steps to adjust R301/R302 for 58mV VTVM read in recording mode.

Recording Equalizer Adjustment

Recording Equalizer Setup & Procedure

Setup and steps to adjust L104/L204, L105/L205, L106/L206 for different tape types.

Recording Current Adjustment

Recording Current Setup & Procedure

Setup and steps to adjust R156/R256, R157/R257, R158/R258 for specific VTVM readings.

Record-Playback Frequency Response

Frequency Response Setup & Procedure

Setup and steps to record/play back tones, adjusting bias current for frequency response.

Record-Playback Output Level

Output Level Setup & Procedure

Setup and steps to adjust REC LEVEL resistors for recorded signal reproduction at 460mV.

Dolby Circuit Adjustment

Encoder Circuit Adjustment

Adjustment procedures for the Dolby encoder circuit, focusing on LAW and GAIN controls.

Decoder Circuit Adjustment

Adjustment procedures for the Dolby decoder circuit, checking signal levels and NOISE REDUCTION switch.

Tape Speed and Wow/Flutter Measurements

Tape Speed Measurement Setup & Procedure

Setup and steps to play back test tape and read frequency counter for speed indication.

Wow and Flutter Measurement Setup & Procedure

Setup and steps to play back test tape and read wow & flutter meter indication.

Playback Measurements

Playback Output Level Measurement

Setup and steps to play test tape and read VTVM for playback output level.

Playback Signal-to-Noise Ratio

Setup and steps to measure S/N ratio by playing test tape and blank tape.

Frequency Response Measurements

Playback Frequency Response

Setup and steps to play test tapes and read output level differences for frequency response.

Record-Playback Output Level

Setup and steps to record and play back a 1kHz signal, reading VU meter indication.

Distortion and S/N Measurements

Harmonic Distortion Measurement

Setup and steps to record, play back, calibrate meter, and read harmonic distortion.

S/N Ratio Measurement

Setup and steps to record, play back, and measure S/N ratio with and without Dolby.

Frequency Response Measurement

Record-Playback Frequency Response

Setup and steps to record and play back signals, measuring level differences for frequency response.

Specialized Measurements

Erasing Effect Measurement

Setup and steps to record, erase, and measure the level difference at the erased portion.

Leak Bias Measurement

Setup and steps to record a signal and measure output level difference with input disconnected.

Operating Procedures

Using the Dolby System

Parts List - General

Technical Specifications

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