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Revox A700 User Manual

Revox A700
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Revox A700 Specifications

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TypeReel-to-Reel Tape Recorder
Tape Speeds3.75, 7.5, 15 ips (9.5, 19, 38 cm/s)
InputsMicrophone, Line
Head Configuration3 heads (erase, record, playback)
Reel SizeUp to 10.5 inch reel
Frequency Response30 Hz to 22 kHz (15 ips)
OutputsLine, Headphone
Motor3 motors
Power Supply100-240V AC, 50/60 Hz
Track System4-track, 2-channel, stereo/monaural system

Summary

Technical Specifications and Block Diagram

Input Signal Specifications

Details input signal types, levels, and impedances for various sources.

Output Signal Specifications

Details output types, levels, and impedances for various outputs.

Mixing Unit Block Diagram

Illustrates the main audio signal path and mixing stages.

Audio PC Cards

List of Audio Circuit Cards

Identifies specific PC cards used in the audio circuitry.

Tape Transport and Control PC Cards

Tape Transport Control Cards

Lists PC cards dedicated to controlling the tape transport mechanism.

Record-Reproduce PC Cards

Identifies PC cards responsible for recording and playback functions.

Capstan Motor Tacho Circuit Adjustment

Tacho Circuit Adjustment Procedure

Details the steps for adjusting the capstan motor tacho circuit for speed control.

Reproduce Level Adjustment

Setting Reproduce Audio Levels

Explains how to adjust signal levels for left and right channel playback.

Bias Adjustment Procedure

Tape Bias Optimization

Describes the process for setting the optimal tape bias for recording.

Record Level Adjustment Procedure

Setting Record Input Levels

Details calibrating record input signal levels.

Tape Transport Remote Control

Remote Control Signal Logic

Outlines operational signals for remote tape control.

Capstan Speed Control

External Speed Control Interface

Describes the interface and connection for external speed regulation.

Mains Transformer Assembly

Power Distribution and Fusing

Details transformer unit, voltage distribution, and fuses.

Relay Board Schematics

Relay Control Circuitry

Shows electronic circuitry for relay operations.

Power Supply Unit

Voltage Regulation and Distribution

Illustrates power supply voltage regulation and distribution.

Tape Transport Control System

Functional Block Diagram

Provides overview of tape transport control logic blocks.

Tape Transport Function Table

Operation Modes and Solenoid States

Lists tape transport functions and their corresponding solenoid states.

Tape Transport Control Circuit

Detailed Circuit Schematic

Presents electronic schematic for tape transport control logic.

Tape Motion Sensor

Tape Movement Detection

Explains principle of tape motion sensing.

Tape Tension Sensor

Tape Tension Measurement Circuit

Details circuit for monitoring tape tension.

Left Sensor Board Circuit

Schematic Diagram

Shows schematic for the left-side sensor board.

Right Sensor Board Circuit

Schematic Diagram

Shows schematic for the right-side sensor board.

Spooling Motor Control (Supply Side)

Motor Control Circuitry

Details control circuit for supply-side spooling motor.

Spooling Motor Control (Take Up Side)

Motor Control Circuitry

Details control circuit for take-up side spooling motor.

Solenoid Section Connections

Solenoid Drive Circuit Interfaces

Illustrates electrical connections to solenoid drive circuits.

Capstan Speed Control Circuit

Speed Regulation Logic Schematic

Shows electronic schematic for capstan motor speed regulation.

Capstan Speed Regulation Details

Speed Selection and Waveform Adjustment

Provides details on speed selection and waveform adjustment.

Capstan Motor Control

Motor Drive Circuit Schematic

Illustrates driver circuit for the capstan motor.

Soundhead Electronics

Magnetic Head Signal Processing

Diagrams circuitry for processing magnetic head signals.

Level Diagram and Overload Capabilities

Signal Level Ranges

Shows signal level ranges and overload capacities.

Stereo-Echo Circuit

Echo Signal Path Illustration

Illustrates the circuit path for stereo echo effect.

Basis Board Schematic

Component and Connector Layout

Details layout and interconnection points on the basis board.

Oscillator Circuits

Bias and Record Oscillator Schematics

Shows schematic diagrams for bias and record oscillators.

Record Amplifier Circuit

Signal Amplification and Shaping

Illustrates amplifier stages for signal amplification during recording.

Reproduce Amplifier Circuit

Playback Signal Amplification Details

Details circuitry for amplifying signals during playback.

Head Block Assembly Connections

Head Wiring Diagram

Shows electrical connections to reproduce, record, and erase heads.

Interconnection PC Board Layout

Component and Connector Arrangement

Details layout and interconnection points of the interconnection PC board.

Input Transformer (MIC 1)

Transformer Winding Details

Shows transformer circuit and winding details for MIC 1.

Input Transformer (MIC 2)

Transformer Winding Details

Shows transformer circuit and winding details for MIC 2.

Input Amplifier Schematics

Multi-Channel Input Amplification

Illustrates amplifier stages for various input channels.

VU-Meter Amplifier Circuit

Level Metering and Peak Indication Circuitry

Details circuitry for VU meters and peak indicators.

Tone Control Circuit

Treble and Bass Adjustment Schematics

Shows schematic for the tone control stages.

Headphone Amplifier Circuit

Headphone Audio Output Circuitry

Details amplifier circuitry for headphone output.

Front Panel Connections Diagram

Front Panel Wiring and Connectors

Illustrates wiring and connections from front panel controls.

Transistor Reference List

Component Cross-Reference Table

Provides a table comparing common transistors.