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Pioneer DVR-RT400-S User Manual

Pioneer DVR-RT400-S
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PIONEER CORPORATION 4-1, Meguro 1-chome, Meguro-ku, Tokyo 153-8654, Japan
PIONEER ELECTRONICS (USA) INC. P.O. Box 1760, Long Beach, CA 90801-1760, U.S.A.
PIONEER EUROPE NV Haven 1087, Keetberglaan 1, 9120 Melsele, Belgium
PIONEER ELECTRONICS ASIACENTRE PTE. LTD. 253 Alexandra Road, #04-01, Singapore 159936
PIONEER CORPORATION 2004
DVR-RT400-S
RRV3052
DVD-Recorder and Videorecorder
DVR-RT400-S
THIS MANUAL IS APPLICABLE TO THE FOLLOWING MODEL(S) AND TYPE(S).
Model Type Power Requirement Region No. Remarks
DVR-RT400-S NYXGB AC230V 2
For details, refer to "Important Check Points for good servicing" .
T-ZZR DEC. 2004 printed in Japan

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Pioneer DVR-RT400-S Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandPioneer
ModelDVR-RT400-S
CategoryMeasuring Instruments
LanguageEnglish

Summary

SAFETY INFORMATION

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

General safety guidelines for service technicians and product safety notices.

PRODUCT SAFETY NOTICE

Information on special safety characteristics of replacement components.

LASER SAFETY WARNINGS

IMPORTANT LASER CAUTION

Service operation on Class 1 laser apparatus should be done by instructed personnel.

Additional Laser Caution

Operational cautions related to laser diode output and interlocks.

IMPORTANT CHECK POINTS FOR SERVICING

Product Safety

Conformity to regulations and maintaining a safe servicing environment.

Adjustments

Procedures for optimizing product performance and confirming specifications.

Lubricants, Glues, and Replacement parts

Guidelines for using specified substances for lubricants and adhesives.

Cleaning

Proper cleaning procedures for optical pickups, heads, lenses, and mirrors.

Shipping mode and Shipping screws

Methods to protect products from damage during transit.

1. SPECIFICATIONS

G-1 Outline of the product

General overview of the product's main features and capabilities.

G-2 DVD System

Technical specifications related to the DVD playback and recording system.

G-3 VCR System

Technical specifications for the VCR playback and recording system.

G-4 Tuning System

Specifications for the tuner, channel reception, and TV system.

G-5 Power

Details on power source, consumption, and protection circuits.

G-6 Regulation

Information on safety and radiation regulations compliance.

G-7 Temperature

Operating and storage temperature ranges for the unit.

G-8 Operating Humidity

Limits for operating humidity to ensure proper function.

G-9 Signal

Specifications for video and audio signals, including output levels and S/N ratio.

Accessories

2. EXPLODED VIEWS AND PARTS LIST

2.1 PACKING

Exploded view and parts list for the product's packaging.

2.2 EXTERIOR SECTION

Exploded view and parts list for the unit's exterior components.

2.3 DECK ASSY (TOP SECTION)

Exploded view and parts list for the top section of the deck mechanism.

2.4 DECK ASSY (BOTTOM SECTION)

Exploded view and parts list for the bottom section of the deck mechanism.

3. BLOCK DIAGRAM AND SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM

3.1 BLOCK DIAGRAM

High-level block diagrams illustrating the system's functional units.

3.1.1 OVERALL BLOCK DIAGRAM

An overall block diagram showing the main system connections.

3.1.2 MPEG BLOCK DIAGRAM

Block diagram detailing the MPEG encoding and processing section.

3.1.3 Y/C AUDIO / HEAD AMP BLOCK DIAGRAM

Block diagram for Y/C, Audio, and Head Amplifier circuits.

3.1.4 SYSTEM CONTROL BLOCK DIAGRAM

Block diagram illustrating the system control and timing circuits.

3.1.5 REGULATOR BLOCK DIAGRAM

Block diagram showing the power supply regulators and their connections.

3.1.6 OPERATION / DISPLAY BLOCK DIAGRAM

Block diagram for the front panel operation controls and display.

3.1.7 AV IN / OUT / TUNER / Hi-Fi BLOCK DIAGRAM

Block diagram for AV inputs, tuner, Hi-Fi audio, and output signals.

3.1.8 21 PIN IN / OUT BLOCK DIAGRAM

Block diagram detailing the connections for the 21-pin SCART connector.

3.1.9 POWER BLOCK DIAGRAM

Block diagram illustrating the power supply circuits and distribution.

3.2 OVERALL WIRING DIAGRAM

3.3 DVD MPEG PCB ASSY(1/6)

DVD MPEG PCB ASSY (A2E905TB10B)

Component layout and connections for the DVD MPEG PCB.

AV ENCODER BLOCK

Details of the AV encoder section on the DVD MPEG PCB.

3.4 DVD MPEG PCB ASSY(2/6)

DVD MPEG PCB ASSY (A2E905TB10B)

Component layout and connections for the DVD MPEG PCB.

MPEG BLOCK

Details of the MPEG encoder section on the DVD MPEG PCB.

3.5 DVD MPEG PCB ASSY(3/6)

DVD MPEG PCB ASSY (A2E905TB10B)

Component layout and connections for the DVD MPEG PCB.

MEMORY BLOCK

Details of the SDRAM memory components on the DVD MPEG PCB.

3.6 DVD MPEG PCB ASSY(4/6)

DVD MPEG PCB ASSY (A2E905TB10B)

Component layout and connections for the DVD MPEG PCB.

ATAPI BLOCK

Details of the ATAPI interface connections on the DVD MPEG PCB.

3.7 DVD MPEG PCB ASSY(5/6)

DVD MPEG PCB ASSY (A2E905TB10B)

Component layout and connections for the DVD MPEG PCB.

AUDIO BLOCK

Details of the audio codec section on the DVD MPEG PCB.

3.8 DVD MPEG PCB ASSY(6/6)

DVD MPEG PCB ASSY (A2E905TB10B)

Component layout and connections for the DVD MPEG PCB.

3.9 VCR MT PCB ASSY(1/7)

VCR MT PCB ASSY (A2E905T010B)

Component layout and connections for the VCR MT PCB.

Y/C/AUDIO/HEAD AMP SECAM BLOCK

Details of Y/C, Audio, Head Amp, and SECAM circuits.

3.10 VCR MT PCB ASSY(2/7)

VCR MT PCB ASSY (A2E905T010B)

Component layout and connections for the VCR MT PCB.

SYSCON/SERVO/TIMER BLOCK

Details of the system control, servo, and timer circuits.

3.11 VCR MT PCB ASSY(3/7)

VCR MT PCB ASSY (A2E905T010B)

Component layout and connections for the VCR MT PCB.

3.12 VCR MT PCB ASSY(4/7)

VCR MT PCB ASSY (A2E905T010B)

Component layout and connections for the VCR MT PCB.

21 PIN IN/OUT BLOCK

Block diagram detailing the 21-pin SCART connector.

3.13 VCR MT PCB ASSY(5/7)

VCR MT PCB ASSY (A2E905T010B)

Component layout and connections for the VCR MT PCB.

REGULATOR BLOCK

Block diagram illustrating the voltage regulator circuits.

3.14 VCR MT PCB ASSY(6/7)

VCR MT PCB ASSY (A2E905T010B)

Component layout and connections for the VCR MT PCB.

DISPLAY BLOCK

Block diagram for the front panel display circuit.

3.15 VCR MT PCB ASSY(7/7)

VCR MT PCB ASSY (A2E905T010B)

Component layout and connections for the VCR MT PCB.

Hi-Fi BLOCK

Block diagram detailing the Hi-Fi audio circuitry.

3.16 POWER PCB ASSY

POWER PCB ASSY (A2E905T240B)

Component layout and connections for the Power PCB.

3.17 OPERATION PCB ASSY

OPERATION PCB ASSY (A2E905T270B)

Component layout and connections for the Operation PCB.

3.18 WAVE FORMS

A DVD MPEG PCB ASSY Waveforms

Oscilloscope waveforms for key test points on the DVD MPEG PCB.

4. PCB CONNECTION DIAGRAM

A DVD MPEG PCB ASSY Connections

Diagram showing the connections for the DVD MPEG PCB.

B VCR MT PCB ASSY Connections

Diagram showing the connections for the VCR MT PCB.

C POWER PCB ASSY Connections

Diagram showing the connections for the Power PCB.

D OPERATION PCB ASSY Connections

Diagram showing the connections for the Operation PCB.

5. PCB PARTS LIST

LIST OF ASSEMBLIES

List of major PCB assemblies and their part numbers.

SEMICONDUCTORS

List of semiconductor components and their part numbers.

6. ADJUSTMENT

6.1 SERVICING FIXTURES AND TOOLS

List of specialized tools and jigs required for servicing.

REEL DISK HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

Procedure for confirming and adjusting the reel disk height.

TENSION POST POSITION ADJUSTMENT

Procedure for confirming and adjusting the tension post position.

6.2 ADJUSTMENT ITEMS

List of adjustment items for mechanism and electrical parts.

1. BASIC ADJUSTMENT

Basic electrical adjustments, including PG shifter calibration.

6.3 SERVICE MODE LIST

List of service modes and their operational procedures.

6.4 CONFIRMATION OF HOURS USED

Procedure to check the total playback and recording hours.

6.5 PREVENTIVE CHECKS AND SERVICE INTERVALS

Recommended maintenance checks and service intervals.

CLEANING PROCEDURES

Instructions for cleaning the audio control head, tape system, and cylinder.

6.6 MECHANICAL ADJUSTMENTS

Detailed procedures for mechanical adjustments.

3. MECHANISM ADJUSTMENT PARTS LOCATION GUIDE

Diagram showing locations of parts for mechanism adjustments.

6.7 ELECTRICAL ADJUSTMENTS

Procedures for performing electrical adjustments.

1-1: PG SHIFTER ADJUSTMENT

Procedure for adjusting the PG shifter for optimal signal tracking.

6.8 DVD LOADER REPLACEMENT AND SETTINGS

Steps for replacing the DVD loader and setting the region code.

6.9 EEPROM REPLACEMENT

Procedures for replacing the EEPROM IC and setting initial data.

VCR EEPROM Initial Setting

Initial data settings for the VCR side EEPROM.

7. GENERAL INFORMATION

7.1 DVD FIRMWARE RE-WRITE

Procedure for rewriting the DVD firmware on the unit.

FIRMWARE VERSION CHECK

Instructions on how to check the current firmware version.

7.2 DISC ERROR RATE MEASUREMENT

Procedure for measuring the error rate of DVD discs.

Measurement Steps

Detailed steps for measuring the disc error rate.

7.3 POWER ON SEQUENCE

Diagram illustrating the power-on sequence of the unit's components.

7.4 DISC REMOVAL METHOD

Procedure for manually removing a disc from the tray.

7.5 TAPE REMOVAL (NO POWER)

Procedure for removing a cassette tape when the unit has no power.

7.6 PARENTAL CONTROL

Information and procedures for managing parental control settings.

4-DIGIT PASSWORD CANCELLATION

Steps to cancel the stored 4-digit parental control password.

7.7 TRAY LOCK

Procedures for locking and unlocking the disc tray mechanism.

7.8 DISASSEMBLY

Step-by-step instructions for disassembling the unit.

1-1: TOP CABINET AND FRONT CABINET

Disassembly of the top and front cabinet sections.

1-2: FLAP REMOVAL

Procedure for removing the flap mechanism.

1-3: DECK DVD AND DVD MPEG PCB

Disassembly of the deck mechanism and DVD MPEG PCB.

7.9 ASSEMBLY AND DISASSEMBLY CAUTIONS

Important precautions during disassembly and reassembly procedures.

7.10 KEY TO ABBREVIATIONS

Glossary of abbreviations used throughout the manual.

7.11 DISC/CONTENT FORMAT

Information on disc compatibility and recording formats.

Compatible Discs

List of disc types that can be played back.

Region Management

Details on DVD region management and compatibility.

Incompatible Discs

List of discs that cannot be played back or may cause failure.

7.12 CLEANING

Procedures for cleaning the pickup lenses and fans.

8. PANEL FACILITIES

Front Panel Controls

Identification of controls and indicators on the front panel.

Rear Panel Connections

Identification of connectors and jacks on the rear panel.

DISPLAY SECTION

Display Window Symbols

Explanation of symbols and indicators shown in the display window.

REMOTE CONTROL SECTION

Remote Control Functions

Explanation of the function for each button on the remote control.

Jigs List