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Nagra III User Manual

Nagra III
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1st
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INSTRUCTIONS
MANUAL
KUDELSKI
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Paudex - Lausanne, Switzerland
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Nagra III Specifications

General IconGeneral
Tracks2
Signal-to-Noise Ratio60 dB
InputMicrophone, Line
Weight7.5 kg
TypePortable Audio Recorder
Reel Size5-inch
Heads3 (erase, record, playback)
OutputLine, headphones
Power SupplyBattery or AC
Track SystemFull track
Tape Speed3.75, 7.5, 15 ips

Summary

Precautions and Safety

Battery Handling and Storage

Guidelines for handling, inserting, and storing batteries.

Physical Protection and Environment

Advice on protecting the device from damage and environmental factors.

Description of Controls and Mechanism

Speed and Equalization Selector

Describes the switch for selecting tape speed and equalization.

Tension Pulley and Tape Path

Explains the function of the tension pulley in tape handling.

Microphone Input and Level Meter

Details microphone input, level meter, and battery indicator functions.

Function Selector and Accelerator

Describes the function selector switch and accelerator button.

Volume Controls and Output Sockets

Details volume controls and monitoring output sockets.

Input and Output Ports

Lists line input, accessory, and balanced output ports.

Tape Transport Mechanism

Explains tape transport controls, pinch wheel, capstan, and heads.

Spool Details and Battery Types

Describes the feed and take-up spools and compatible battery types.

The Speed Stabiliser

Speed Stabiliser Circuit Description

Explains the servo-circuit for motor speed control.

Troubleshooting Motor Starting Faults

Addresses issues related to motor starting and initial run-up.

Speed Control Faults

Details issues with speed control response and operation.

Wow and Flutter Issues

Details common audio distortions like wow and flutter and their causes.

Motor Service and Noise Reduction

Motor Dismantling and De-magnetisation

Procedures for motor disassembly and magnet maintenance.

Rotor and Commutator Faults

Diagnosing and fixing faults in the rotor and commutator.

Mechanical Friction and Alignment

Addresses mechanical friction and commutator axis alignment.

Internal Noise Precautions

Guidelines to prevent and identify internal noise sources.

Electrostatic Discharge and Motor Noise

Covers static discharge and parasitic noises from the motor.

Modification Notes

Monitoring Switch Modification

Explains a push-button for selecting sound sources for monitoring.

Microphone Preamplifier Upgrade

Details a new microphone preamplifier with selectable impedance.

Frequency Response Curves

Recording and Playback Response (38 & 19 cm/s)

Presents frequency response data for 38 and 19 cm/s speeds.

Playback Response (7.5'/s)

Presents playback frequency response data for 7.5'/s speed.

Quality Control and Test Procedures

Final Inspection Report

Summary of the final quality control inspection.

Description of Tests Performed

Lists the tests conducted on the device, e.g., current consumption, speed control.

Technical Comments on Tests

Provides technical context and explanations for test procedures.

Test Procedure Details

Details procedures for wow/flutter and battery voltage limit tests.

Signal Level and Erasure Tests

Explains tests for reproduce signal level and tape erasure efficiency.