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Pioneer SX-3900 Service Manual

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Pioneer SX-3900 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandPioneer
ModelSX-3900
CategoryStereo Receiver
LanguageEnglish

Summary

1. SPECIFICATIONS

Power Amplifier Section

Details power output, distortion, frequency response, input sensitivity, damping factor, hum and noise.

Preamplifier Section

Details input sensitivity, overload level, output level, and distortion for phono and other inputs.

AM Tuner Section

Details sensitivity, selectivity, signal-to-noise ratio, image and IF response, and antenna.

Audio Section

Covers output level/impedance, FM/AM modulation, semiconductors, power requirements, dimensions, and weight.

Semiconductor and Component Breakdown

Lists types and quantities of ICs, FETs, transistors, diodes, and other components.

General Specifications

Covers power requirements, consumption, dimensions, and weight.

Included Accessories

Lists operating instructions and FM T-type antenna.

2. FRONT PANEL FACILITIES

Power and Tone Controls

Explains power switch, bass/treble controls, and tone switches for sound adjustment.

Input and Tape Controls

Details adaptor and tape duplicate/monitor switches for input selection and tape operations.

Audio and Tuning Controls

Describes balance, mode, volume, muting, headphone, speaker controls for audio output.

Filters and Indicators

Explains low/high filters, power meter, dial pointer, and various indicators.

Tuning and Display Features

Covers tuning knob, tuning indicator, and frequency display functionality.

FM Reception Switches

Details FM muting and Dolby FM switches for improved reception.

Display Brightness and Source Selection

Covers brightness selector and function selector for source input.

Loudness Compensation

Explains the loudness switch for accentuating bass/treble at low volumes.

3. BLOCK DIAGRAM

Tuner Section Signal Flow

Illustrates the signal path for FM and AM tuning circuits.

Audio Section Signal Flow

Shows the signal path for phono, AUX, tape, and tone controls.

4. CIRCUIT DESCRIPTIONS

FM Tuner Circuitry

Details front end, IF amp, detector, quartz-lock. Includes front end, IF stages, and quartz-lock operation.

FM Tuner Circuit Details

Explains locking range limitation and multiplex decoder functions.

AM Tuner Section

Describes the AM tuner components and AM stereo output.

Audio Section Circuitry

Details phono equalizer and tone control circuits, including amplifier design and tone control configuration.

Power Amplifier Circuitry

Describes differential amplifier, power stage, and bias control, including amplifier stages and bias servocontrol.

Display Circuitry

Details power indicator and frequency display circuits, including their respective circuit operations.

Display Circuit Details

Shows counter IC block diagram and digit signal timing.

Tuning and Signal Indicator Circuits

Details tuning and signal indicator circuits, covering tuning indicator and signal indicator operations.

4.5 PROTECTION CIRCUIT

Explains the circuit protecting speakers and amplifiers. Includes muting operation during power transitions.

Protection Circuit Functions

Explains DC voltage and overload detection circuits as protection mechanisms.

5. DISASSEMBLY

External Component Removal

Instructions for removing wooden cover, bottom plate, and front panel.

4.6 SURGE CURRENT SUPPRESSOR

6. PARTS LOCATION

Component Identification Views

Identifies parts on the front and rear panels.

Internal Component Layout

Top View Component Layout

Shows the layout of interior components from the top.

Bottom View Component Layout

Shows the layout of interior components from the bottom.

7. DIAL CORD STRINGING

8. ADJUSTMENTS

8.1 Audio Section Adjustments

Procedures for power amplifier DC balance, idle current, and power indicator calibration.

8.2 Tuner Section Adjustments

Steps for adjusting FM tuner, multiplex decoder, and crystal detector.

Frequency Display Adjustment

Adjusting the frequency display for accuracy.

AM Tuner Adjustments

Detailed steps for adjusting the AM tuner section.

9. SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM

Transistor and IC Appearance

Shows the physical appearance of various semiconductors.

10. P.C. BOARD CONNECTION DIAGRAM

11. PARTS LIST

Miscellaneous Parts Listing

Lists semiconductors, fuses, lamps, switches, PC boards, and other parts.

Tuner Assembly Parts

Lists components specific to the tuner assembly.

Capacitor Parts

Lists capacitors with part numbers.

Capacitor and Resistor Lists

Lists capacitors and resistors with part numbers.

Semiconductor and Coil Lists

Lists semiconductors, coils, and filters with part numbers.

Switch and Tone Amplifier Parts

Lists switches and tone amplifier components.

Capacitor and Resistor Lists (Tone)

Lists capacitors and resistors for the tone amplifier.

Resistor and Semiconductor Lists

Lists resistors and semiconductors with part numbers.

Indicator Assembly Parts

Lists components specific to the indicator assembly.

Capacitor Lists (Indicator)

Lists capacitors for the indicator assembly.

Capacitor, Resistor, Semiconductor Lists

Lists capacitors, resistors, and semiconductors with part numbers.

Other and Assembly Parts Lists

Lists other parts and specific assembly components.

Resistor, Semiconductor, Other Lists

Lists resistors, semiconductors, and other parts with part numbers.

Assembly Parts Lists

Lists components for rectifier, speaker, switch, and headphone assemblies.

12. EXPLODED VIEW

Exterior Components Exploded View

Shows an exploded view of external parts.

Interior Component Layout

Interior Components List

Lists interior components by key number, part number, and description.

Heat Sink Assembly Exploded View

13. PACKING

Packing Materials and Instructions

Lists packing materials and operating instructions.

SERVICE INFORMATION

Service Bulletin Header

Service bulletin header for model, subject, and page reference.

Service Bulletin Content

Details the subject of the service bulletin regarding power amp resistors.

ADDITIONAL Service Manual

S/G Type Specifications

Lists specifications for the S/G type, noting differences from KU.

Miscellaneous Parts Comparison

Semiconductor and Fuse Comparison

Compares semiconductors and fuses between KU and S/G types.

Lamp and Switch Comparison

Compares lamps and switches between KU and S/G types.

Printed Circuit Board Assemblies

Other Assemblies and Packing

Lists other PC boards, packing, and furnished parts.

Printed Circuit Board Layouts

Rectifier and Fuse Holder PCBs

Shows the PCB layouts for rectifier and fuse holder assemblies.

De-emphasis Assembly PCB

Shows the PCB layout and components for de-emphasis.

Printed Circuit Board Parts Lists

Rectifier Assembly Parts List

Lists components for the rectifier assembly.

De-emphasis Assembly Parts List

Lists components for the de-emphasis assembly.

Schematic Diagram for S/G Type

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