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SERVICE MANUAL
MINI HI-FI COMPONENT SYSTEM
E Model
SPECIFICATIONS
HCD-VX888
Ver 1.1 2001.07
9-873-817-12 Sony Corporation
2001G0500-1 Home Audio Company
C 2001.7 Shinagawa Tec Service Manual Production Group
VIDEO CD/CD player section
System Compact disc and digital
audio system
Laser Semiconductor laser
(λ=780nm)
Laser Output Max. 44.6 µW*
*This output is the value
measured at a distance of
200 mm from the
objective lens surface on
the Optical Pick-up Block
with 7 mm aperture.
Frequency response 2 Hz – 20 kHz (±0.5 dB)
Wave length 780 – 790 nm
Signal-to-noise ratio More than 90 dB
Dynamic range More than 90 dB
Video color system format
NTSC, PAL
CD OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT
(Square optical connector jack, rear panel)
Wave length 660 nm
Output level –18 dBm
Tape player section
Recording system 4-track 2-channel stereo
Frequency response 40 – 13,000 Hz (±3 dB),
(DOLBY NR OFF) using Sony TYPE I
cassette
40 – 14,000 Hz (±3 dB),
using Sony TYPE II
cassette
Wow and flutter ±0.15% W.Peak (IEC)
0.1% W.RMS (NAB)
±0.2% W.Peak (DIN)
Amplifier section
The following measured at AC 120, 220, 240V,
50/60 Hz
DIN power output (rated) 160 + 160 watts
(6 ohms at 1 kHz, DIN)
Continuous RMS power output (reference)
200 + 200 watts
(6 ohms at 1 kHz, 10%
THD)
Inputs
GAME (VIDEO): 1Vp-p, 75 ohms
(phono jacks)
GAME (AUDIO): voltage 250 mV,
(phono jacks) impedance 47 kilohms
MD/VIDEO (AUDIO) IN: voltage 450 mV/250 mV,
(phono jacks) impedance 47 kilohms
MIC 1/2: sensitivity 1 mV,
(phone jack) impedance 10 kilohms
Outputs
VIDEO OUT: max. output level
(phono jacks) 1 Vp-p, unbalanced,
Sync negative, load
impedance
75 ohms
S. VIDEO OUT: Y: 1 Vp-p, unbalanced,
(4-pin/mini-DIN jack) Sync negative,
C: 0.286Vp-p,
load impedance 75 ohms
AUDIO OUT: voltage 140 mV,
(phono jacks) impedance 47 kilohms
PHONES: accepts headphones of 8
(stereo mini jack) ohms or more
FRONT SPEAKER: accepts impedance of 6 to
16 ohms
SURROUND SPEAKER: accepts impedance of
6 to 16 ohms
Tuner section
FM stereo, FM/AM superheterodyne tuner
FM tuner section
Tuning range 87.5 – 108.0 MHz
Antenna FM lead antenna
Antenna terminals 75 ohm unbalanced
Intermediate frequency 10.7 MHz
AM tuner section
Tuning range
Latin American models: 530 – 1,710 kHz
(with the interval set at
10 kHz)
531 – 1,710 kHz
(with the interval set at
9 kHz)
Middle Eastern models: 531 – 1,602 kHz
(with the interval set at
9 kHz)
Other models: 531 – 1,602 kHz
(with the interval set at
9 kHz)
530 – 1,710 kHz
(with the interval set at
10 kHz)
Antenna AM loop antenna
Antenna terminals External antenna terminal
Intermediate frequency 450 kHz
HCD-VX888 is the tuner, deck, Video CD
and amplifier section in MHC-VX888.
Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license
from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
“DOLBY” and the double-D symbol ; are trade-
marks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
Model Name Using Similar Mechanism NEW
CD CD Mechanism Type CDM58E-30BD61A
Section Base Unit Name BU-30BD61A
Optical Pick-up Name A-MAX.3
Tape deck Model Name Using Similar Mechanism HCD-DX80
Section Tape Transport Mechanism Type TCM-230AWR41
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Sony hcd-vx888 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSony
Modelhcd-vx888
CategoryStereo System
LanguageEnglish

Summary

SERVICE MANUAL

SPECIFICATIONS

Details on power output, frequency response, signal-to-noise ratio, and tuner specifications.

Amplifier Section

Details on power output, input levels, impedance, and sensitivity for various audio inputs.

Video CD/CD Player Section

Technical specs for laser output, frequency response, signal-to-noise, dynamic range, and wave length.

Tape Player Section

Recording system, frequency response, and wow/flutter specifications for the tape deck.

Tuner Section

FM/AM tuning ranges, antenna specs, and intermediate frequencies for different regions.

SECTION 1 GENERAL

Parts Identification

Identifies main unit components alphabetically with corresponding page references for details.

Remote Control

Parts Identification

Identifies remote control buttons alphabetically with page references for details.

Getting Started

Setting the time

Step-by-step guide for setting the system's clock using the remote control.

Saving the power in standby mode

Instructions on how to activate and understand the power-saving features of the system.

SECTION 2 DISASSEMBLY

Disassembly Flow

A flowchart illustrating the sequential steps for disassembling the main unit.

Case (Top)

Instructions and diagram for removing the top cover of the main unit.

Loading Panel

Steps for disassembling the loading panel, including disc tray manipulation.

CD Mechanism Deck

Details on how to remove the CD mechanism deck (CDM58E-30BD61A).

Front Panel Section

Instructions for disassembling the front panel section of the main unit.

Tape Mechanism Deck

Steps for removing the tape mechanism deck (TCM-230AWR41).

Back Panel Section

Instructions for disassembling the back panel section.

Main Board

Guidance on removing the main circuit board from the unit.

Leaf SW Board, Head (A)/(B) Board

Steps for disassembling the Leaf SW board and Head boards.

Base Unit (BU-30BD61A)

Instructions for disassembling the base unit (BU-30BD61A).

Video Board, Driver Board

Steps for removing the video and driver boards.

Motor Board, Address Sensor Board

Guidance on disassembling the motor and address sensor boards.

SECTION 3 TEST MODE

Cold Reset

Procedure to clear all preset data and reset the system to initial conditions.

Hot Reset

Procedure to reset the system while retaining preset data in memory.

Tuner Step Change

How to change the AM channel step between 9 kHz and 10 kHz.

Function Change Mode

Instructions for selecting the external FUNCTION input between VIDEO or MD.

GC Test Mode

Used to check software version, FL tube, LEDs, keyboard, and VACS operations.

CD Aging Mode

Procedure for entering and exiting the CD aging mode for testing.

CD Servo ON/OFF Mode

Steps to turn CD servo functions ON or OFF for testing.

VACS ON/OFF Mode

Method to switch Variable Attenuation Control System (VACS) ON or OFF.

VIDEO CD Color-bars Mode

How to display color bars for video CD signal check and adjustment.

SECTION 4 MECHANICAL ADJUSTMENTS

Precaution

Important precautions before performing mechanical adjustments, including cleaning and demagnetization.

Torque Measurement

Specifications for torque measurements required for various mechanical parts.

SECTION 5 ELECTRICAL ADJUSTMENTS

Deck Section Adjustments

Adjustments for tape deck sections, including azimuth and tape speed.

Test Tape Specifications

Details on test tapes and signals required for electrical adjustments.

Record/Playback Head Azimuth Adjustment

Procedure for adjusting head azimuth for optimal playback.

Tape Speed Adjustment

Instructions for adjusting tape speed for Deck B using a test tape.

Playback Level Adjustment

Procedure for adjusting playback levels for both Deck A and Deck B.

REC Bias Adjustment

Steps for adjusting recording bias for Deck B in MC test mode.

REC Level Adjustment

Procedure for adjusting recording levels for Deck B.

TUNER SECTION

FM Tuned Level Adjustment

Procedure to adjust FM signal level for optimal tuning.

Null Adjustment

Steps to adjust the FM circuit to achieve a null output.

CD SECTION

S-Curve Check

How to check the S-curve waveform for the CD player's optical pickup.

E-F Balance (1 Track jump) Check

Procedure to check E-F balance and 1-track jump performance.

RF PLL Free-run Frequency

Steps to measure and adjust the RF PLL free-run frequency.

RF Level Check

Procedure to check RF signal levels for the CD player.

VIDEO SECTION

Frequency Adjustment

Procedure to adjust the frequency for the video section.

SECTION 6 DIAGRAMS

Block Diagram - Tuner/CD Section

Visual representation of signal flow for tuner and CD components.

Block Diagram - Main Section

Illustrates signal paths and connections within the main processing section.

Block Diagram - Display/Power Section

Shows signal flow for display, power supply, and control functions.

Block Diagram - Video CD Section

Diagram illustrating signal processing for Video CD playback.

Note for Printed Wiring Boards and Schematic Diagrams

Important notes on interpreting PWB layouts and schematic symbols.

Schematic Diagram - BD Board

Detailed circuit diagram for the BD board.

Printed Wiring Board - BD Board

Component layout and tracing for the BD board.

Schematic Diagram - MAIN Board (1/4)

Part 1 of the main board circuit diagram.

Schematic Diagram - MAIN Board (2/4)

Part 2 of the main board circuit diagram.

Schematic Diagram - MAIN (3/4)/HEAD Board

Part 3 of the main board circuit diagram, including Head board connections.

Schematic Diagram - MAIN Board (4/4)

Part 4 of the main board circuit diagram.

Printed Wiring Board - MAIN Board

Component layout and tracing for the main board.

Schematic Diagram - VIDEO SWITCH Board

Circuit diagram for the video switching board.

Printed Wiring Boards - HEAD (A)/(B) Board

Component layout for the Head (A) and (B) boards.

Printed Wiring Board - VIDEO SWITCH Board

Component layout for the video switch board.

Schematic Diagram - POWER AMP/SENSOR Board

Circuit diagram for the power amplifier and sensor board.

Printed Wiring Boards - POWER AMP/SENSOR Board

Component layout for the power amp and sensor board.

Schematic Diagram - PANEL Board

Circuit diagram for the panel interface board.

Printed Wiring Board - PANEL Board

Component layout for the panel interface board.

Schematic Diagram - CD SWITCH/PAD SWITCH Board

Circuit diagram for CD and Pad switch boards.

Printed Wiring Boards - CD SWITCH/PAD SWITCH Board

Component layout for CD and Pad switch boards.

Schematic Diagram - LEAF SW Board

Circuit diagram for the LEAF SW board.

Printed Wiring Boards - LEAF SW Board

Component layout for the LEAF SW board.

Schematic Diagram - ADDRESS SENSOR/DRIVER/MOTOR Board

Circuit diagram for address sensor, driver, and motor boards.

Printed Wiring Boards - ADDRESS SENSOR/DRIVER/MOTOR Board

Component layout for address sensor, driver, and motor boards.

Schematic Diagram - VIDEO Board (1/3)

Part 1 of the video board circuit diagram.

Schematic Diagram - VIDEO Board (2/3)

Part 2 of the video board circuit diagram.

Schematic Diagram - VIDEO Board (3/3)

Part 3 of the video board circuit diagram.

Printed Wiring Board - VIDEO Board

Component layout for the video board.

Schematic Diagram - MAIN TRANS/SUB TRANS Board

Circuit diagram for main and sub-trans boards.

Printed Wiring Boards - MAIN TRANS/SUB TRANS Board

Component layout for main and sub-trans boards.

Waveforms

BD Board Waveforms

Waveform characteristics for the BD board test points.

Main Board Waveforms

Waveform characteristics for main board test points.

Panel Board Waveforms

Waveform characteristics for panel board test points.

Video Board Waveforms

Waveform characteristics for video board test points.

IC Block Diagrams

BD Board IC Block Diagrams

Block diagrams for ICs on the BD board.

SECTION 7 EXPLODED VIEWS

Cabinet Section

Exploded view and parts list for the main unit's cabinet.

Front Panel Section

Exploded view and parts list for the front panel assembly.

Main Board Section

Exploded view and parts list for the main board assembly.

CD Mechanism Deck Section

Exploded view and parts list for the CD mechanism deck.

Base Unit Section

Exploded view and parts list for the base unit assembly.

Tape Mechanism Deck Section-1

Exploded view and parts list for the tape mechanism deck (part 1).

Tape Mechanism Deck Section-2

Exploded view and parts list for the tape mechanism deck (part 2).

SECTION 8 ELECTRICAL PARTS LIST

Address Sensor BD Parts List

List of electrical parts for the Address Sensor BD board.

BD CD-SW DRIVER Parts List

Electrical parts for BD, CD-SW, and Driver boards.

Driver, Head (A), Head (B), Leaf SW, Main Parts List

Electrical parts for Driver, Head, Leaf SW, and Main boards.

Main, Panel, Power Amplifier, Sensor, Sub Trans, Video Parts List

Parts list for Main, Panel, Power Amp, Sensor, Sub Trans, and Video boards.

Main, Panel, Power Amplifier, Sensor, Sub Trans, Video Parts List (Cont.)

Continuation of parts list for Main, Panel, Power Amp, Sensor, Sub Trans, and Video boards.

Video, Video Switch Parts List

Electrical parts list for Video and Video Switch boards.

Video Switch Parts List

Electrical parts list for the Video Switch board.

Panel Parts List

Electrical parts list for the Panel board.

Power Amplifier Parts List

Electrical parts list for the Power Amplifier board.

Power Amplifier, Sensor, Sub Trans, Video Parts List

Parts list for Power Amp, Sensor, Sub Trans, and Video boards.

Video, Video Switch Parts List

Electrical parts list for Video and Video Switch boards.

Video Switch Parts List

Electrical parts list for the Video Switch board.

Video Switch Parts List (Cont.)

Electrical parts list for the Video Switch board.

REVISION HISTORY

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