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Sony HDCAM HDW-F900R User Manual

Sony HDCAM HDW-F900R
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HD CAMCORDER
HDW-F900R
MAINTENANCE MANUAL
Volume 1 1st Edition (Revised 1)
Serial No. 10001 and Higher : HDW-F900R (SY)
DOWN CONVERTER BOARD
HKDW-702
PICTURE CACHE BOARD
HKDW-703
2-3 PULL-DOWN/DOWN CONVERTER BOARD
HKDW-902R
SLOW SHUTTER/IMAGE INVERTER BOARD
HKDW-905R

Table of Contents

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Sony HDCAM HDW-F900R Specifications

General IconGeneral
Recording FormatHDCAM
Resolution1920 x 1080
Frame Rates23.98p, 24p, 25p, 29.97p, 50i, 59.94i
Audio Channels4
Signal-to-Noise Ratio54 dB
Recording MediaHDCAM tape
SensitivityF11 at 2000 lux
Shutter Speed1/2000 sec
Recording TimeApprox. 40 minutes (with HDCAM tape)
Sensor Type3x 2/3-inch CCD

Summary

Manual Structure

Purpose of this manual

Explains the purpose and scope of this maintenance manual volume 1.

Related manuals

Lists other available manuals relevant to the unit.

Section 1 Service Overview

1-1. Locations of Main Parts and Circuit Configuration

Details circuit configuration and locations of the printed wiring boards.

1-2. Matching Connectors

Lists connectors at the ends of cables for installation and maintenance.

1-3. Signal Inputs and Outputs

Describes signal inputs and outputs for the camcorder.

1-4. Removing and Reinstalling the Outside Panel Assembly

Provides procedures for removing and reinstalling the outside panel.

1-5. Opening and Closing the Inside Panel Assembly

Details the procedure for opening and closing the inside panel.

1-6. Removing and Reinstalling the Connector Box

Outlines steps for removing and reinstalling the connector box.

1-7. Removing and Reinstalling the Plug-in Boards

Explains how to remove and reinstall plug-in boards.

1-8. Removing and Reinstalling the Flexible Card Wires

Details the procedure for removing and reinstalling flexible card wires.

1-9. Removing and Reinstalling the Cassette Compartment

Provides instructions for removing and reinstalling the cassette compartment.

1-10. On-Board Switch/Slit Land Description

Describes the functions of on-board switches and slit lands.

1-11. How to Eject a Cassette Tape Manually

Step-by-step guide to manually ejecting a cassette tape.

1-13. How to Clean the Heads When the Heads are Clogged

Procedure for cleaning clogged video heads using a cleaning tape.

1-14. List of Tools and Measuring Equipment

Lists essential tools and measuring equipment for maintenance.

1-15. How to Extend the Circuit Board

Instructions on how to extend circuit boards using extension assemblies.

1-17. Adjustments/Setting Items When Boards Are Replaced

Lists adjustments and settings required after board replacement.

1-18. Contents of the EEPROM, NV-RAM and FRAM Data

Details the data stored in EEPROM, NV-RAM, and FRAM on various boards.

Section 3 Error Diagnostics

3-1. When Does the Error Code Appear?

Explains when error codes appear, indicating unit abnormalities.

3-1-1. Description of Error Codes

Lists and describes various error codes with their causes.

3-1-2. Details of Error Codes

Provides detailed information on error codes, detecting conditions, and suspected causes.

Section 4 Setup Menu

4-1. Setup Menus

Lists the available setup menus for settings and adjustments.

4-2. TOP Menu

Describes the TOP menu and its functions.

4-3. USER Menu

Details the USER menu for selecting and storing frequently used functions.

4-4. OPERATION Menu

Explains the OPERATION menu for setting preferences and shooting conditions.

4-5. PAINT Menu

Describes the PAINT menu for fine adjustment of pictures via waveform monitor.

4-6. MAINTENANCE Menu

Covers the camera maintenance menu for settings affecting operating frequency.

4-7. FILE Menu

Outlines the file operation menu for saving data in REFERENCE files.

4-8. DIAGNOSIS Menu

Details the DIAGNOSIS menu for checking VTR status and diagnosing errors.

4-9. SERVICE Menu

Explains the SERVICE menu for service and maintenance operations.

4-10. Setup Menu List

Provides a comprehensive list of all setup menu items and their default settings.

Section 5 File System

5-1. Structure of File System

Explains the file system structure, including USER, ALL, SCENE, REFERENCE, and LENS files.

5-3. Operating the USER File

Instructions on calling, modifying, and registering USER files.

5-4. Operating the ALL File

Details on calling, modifying, and registering ALL files.

5-5. Operating the SCENE File

Procedures for saving and calling SCENE files.

5-6. Operating the REFERENCE File

Instructions for saving and loading REFERENCE files.

5-8. Special Saving Items

Covers special saving items, focusing on White Gain, Master Gain, and Shutter.

Section 6 Parts Replacement

6-1. CCD Unit and its Components Parts Replacement Procedure

Details the procedure for replacing the CCD unit and its components.

6-4. Shutter, AUTO W/B BAL Switch and AUDIO Volume Controls Replacement

Procedure for replacing shutter, AUTO W/B BAL switch, and audio volume controls.

6-8. DC-DC Converter Replacement

Procedure for replacing the DC-DC converter.

6-13. VF Connector Replacement

Steps for replacing the VF connector.

6-17. CCM-45G Board Replacement

Instructions for replacing the CCM-45G board.

6-20. SS-92G Board Replacement

Instructions for replacing the SS-92G board.

6-24. Mechanical Deck Assembly Boards Replacement

Details the replacement of mechanical deck assembly boards.

Section 7 Part Replacement of Mechanical Deck Assembly

7-1. General Information on Mechanical Part Replacement

Provides general information and notes on mechanical part replacement.

7-2. Upper Drum Assembly Replacement

Step-by-step procedure for replacing the upper drum assembly.

7-3. Drum Assembly Replacement

Instructions for replacing the drum assembly.

7-4. Replacement of Brush Assembly for Slip Ring

Procedure for replacing the brush assembly for the slip ring.

7-5. Slip Ring Assembly Replacement

Instructions for replacing the slip ring assembly.

7-6. Replacement of AHC Roller Assembly for Video Head

Procedure for replacing the AHC roller assembly for the video head.

7-7. Pinch Roller Assembly Replacement

Steps for replacing the pinch roller assembly.

7-8. S-Tension Regulator Band Assembly Replacement

Instructions for replacing the S-tension regulator band assembly.

7-9. T-Tension Regulator Band Assembly Replacement

Procedure for replacing the T-tension regulator band assembly.

7-10. Timing Belt Replacement

Instructions for replacing the timing belt.

7-11. S Idler Assembly Replacement and T Idler Assembly Replacement

Procedure for replacing S and T idler assemblies.

7-12. CTL Head Replacement

Steps for replacing the CTL head.

7-13. FE Head Replacement

Instructions for replacing the FE head.

7-14. Holder Assembly Sensor (REC) Replacement

Procedure for replacing the holder assembly sensor (REC).

7-15. End Sensor Assembly Replacement

Instructions for replacing the end sensor assembly.

7-16. Full Top Sensor Assembly Replacement

Steps for replacing the full top sensor assembly.

7-17. S1, T1, T3 Tape Guide Replacement

Procedure for replacing S1, T1, and T3 tape guides.

7-18. (S) Soft Brake Assembly Replacement

Instructions for replacing the (S) soft brake assembly.

7-19. T Soft Brake Replacement

Procedure for replacing the T soft brake.

7-20. Manual Eject Assembly Replacement

Steps for replacing the manual eject assembly.

7-21. S-Tension Regulator Assembly Replacement

Instructions for replacing the S-tension regulator assembly.

7-22. T-Tension Regulator Assembly Replacement

Procedure for replacing the T-tension regulator assembly.

7-23. Cassette Stopper Replacement

Steps for replacing the cassette stopper.

7-24. Gear Block Assembly Replacement

Procedure for replacing the gear block assembly.

7-25. S Reel Table Replacement and T Reel Table Replacement

Instructions for replacing S and T reel table assemblies.

7-26. Reel Drive Gear Assembly Replacement

Procedure for replacing the reel drive gear assembly.

7-27. Holder Assembly Sensor (ID) Replacement

Steps for replacing the holder assembly sensor (ID).

7-28. Top Sensor Assembly Replacement

Instructions for replacing the top sensor assembly.

7-29. Pinch Arm Assembly Replacement

Procedure for replacing the pinch arm assembly.

7-30. Threading Arm Assembly Replacement

Instructions for replacing the threading arm assembly.

7-31. CUE/TC Head Assembly Replacement

Steps for replacing the CUE/TC head assembly.

7-32. S Slider Assembly Replacement

Instructions for replacing the S slider assembly.

7-33. T Slider Assembly Replacement

Procedure for replacing the T slider assembly.

7-34. Cam Gear Assembly Replacement

Steps for replacing the cam gear assembly.

7-35. Mechanical Deck Assembly Removal/Installation

Instructions for removing and installing the mechanical deck assembly.

7-36. MDC-13G Board Replacement

Procedure for replacing the MDC-13G board.

7-37. Capstan Motor Replacement

Instructions for replacing the capstan motor.

Section 8 Mechanical Adjustment

8-1. Mechanical Adjustment

Covers automatic adjustment of the mechanism.

8-1-1. Reel Table Height Adjustment

Procedure for adjusting the reel table height.

8-1-2. S Tension Regulator Operating Position Adjustment

Instructions for adjusting the S tension regulator operating position.

8-1-3. FWD Back Tension Adjustment

Procedure for adjusting the FWD back tension.

8-1-4. REV Back Tension Adjustment

Instructions for adjusting the REV back tension.

8-1-5. Timing Belt Tension Adjustment

Procedure for adjusting the timing belt tension.

8-1-6. T Tension Regulator Operating Position Adjustment

Instructions for adjusting the T tension regulator operating position.

8-1-7. S3 Guide Height Adjustment

Procedure for adjusting the S3 guide height.

8-1-8. Gear Chain Phase Adjustment

Instructions for adjusting the gear chain phase.

8-2. Tape Run System Adjustment

Covers tape run system adjustments.

8-2-1. Tape Run Adjustment

Procedure for adjusting the tape run.

8-2-2. Video Tracking Adjustment

Instructions for adjusting video tracking.

8-2-3. CTL Head Height Adjustment

Procedure for adjusting the CTL head height.

8-2-4. CTL Head Position Adjustment

Instructions for adjusting the CTL head position.

8-2-5. CUE/TC Head Height Adjustment

Procedure for adjusting the CUE/TC head height.

8-2-6. CUE/TC Head Azimuth Adjustment

Instructions for adjusting the CUE/TC head azimuth.

8-2-7. CUE/TC Head Tape-to-Head Contact Adjustment

Procedure for adjusting CUE/TC head tape-to-head contact.

8-2-8. CUE/TC Head Position Adjustment

Instructions for adjusting the CUE/TC head position.

Section 9 Electrical Alignment of Camera System

9-1. General Information on Electrical Alignment

Provides general information on electrical alignment procedures.

9-1-3. Initial Position of Switches during Adjustment

Details the initial switch positions required for adjustments.

9-1-4. Gray-Scale Chart and its Maintenance

Information on using and maintaining gray-scale charts for adjustments.

9-2. VCO Frequency Adjustment

Procedure for adjusting the VCO frequency.

9-3. TEST OUT Level Adjustment

Instructions for adjusting the TEST OUT level.

9-4. VF DC Level Adjustment

Procedure for adjusting the VF DC level.

9-5. VA Gain Adjustment

Instructions for adjusting the VA gain.

9-6. Black Offset Adjustment

Procedure for adjusting the black offset.

9-11. Black Shading Adjustment

Instructions for adjusting black shading.

9-12. White Shading Adjustment

Procedure for adjusting white shading.

9-14. Gamma Correction Adjustment

Procedure for adjusting gamma correction.

9-15. Knee and White Clip Adjustment

Instructions for adjusting knee and white clip.

9-17. Crispening Adjustment

Instructions for adjusting crispening.

9-18. Level Depend Adjustment

Procedure for adjusting level depend.

9-19. Detail Signal Frequency Adjustment

Instructions for adjusting detail signal frequency.

9-20. H/V Ratio Adjustment

Procedure for adjusting H/V ratio.

9-21. Detail Signal Level Adjustment

Instructions for adjusting detail signal level.

9-22. Knee Aperture Adjustment

Procedure for adjusting knee aperture.

9-23. H. Detail Black Clip Adjustment

Instructions for adjusting H. detail black clip.

9-24. V. Detail Black Clip Adjustment

Procedure for adjusting V. detail black clip.

9-25. Skin Tone Adjustment

Instructions for adjusting skin tone.

9-26. Zebra Adjustment

Procedure for adjusting zebra settings.

9-27. Auto Iris Adjustment

Instructions for adjusting auto iris.

9-28. Adjustment upon Replacement of Filter Disc Unit

White balance correction procedure after filter disc unit replacement.

9-29. SD VCO Adjustment

Procedure for adjusting SD VCO.

9-30. SD Y Level Adjustment

Instructions for adjusting SD Y level.

9-31. SD ZEBRA Clamp Level Adjustment

Procedure for adjusting SD ZEBRA clamp level.

9-32. SD ZEBRA Y Level Adjustment

Instructions for adjusting SD ZEBRA Y level.

9-33. VF 2-3 Pull Down HD Y Level Adjustment

Procedure for adjusting VF 2-3 pull down HD Y level.

9-34. RPN Concealment

Details RPN concealment procedures.

Section 10 Electrical Alignment of VTR System

10-1. Preparation

Lists required equipment, fixtures, and tools for VTR electrical alignment.

10-2. Audio System Alignment

Procedure for aligning the audio system.

10-3. CUE Audio Alignment

Steps for CUE audio alignment, including bias trap and playback level.

10-5. Servo System Alignment

Details the servo system adjustment procedures.

Section 11 VTR Maintenance Mode

11-1. Introduction

Overview of the VTR maintenance mode and its menu structure.

11-2. Operation Procedure

Explains how to operate the VTR maintenance mode.

11-2-1. Identifying Switches

Identifies the switches used for VTR maintenance mode operation.

11-2-2. How to Enter VTR Maintenance Mode

Step-by-step guide to entering the VTR maintenance mode.

11-3. Contents of Menus

Lists the contents of the menus within the VTR maintenance mode.

11-3-1. Servo System Self-Diagnosis Mode (C0 : SERVO CHECK)

Details the Servo System Self-Diagnosis Mode for checking sensors.

11-3-2. RF System Self-Diagnosis Mode (C1 : RF CHECK)

Explains the RF System Self-Diagnosis Mode for checking error conditions.

11-3-3. Audio System Adjustment Value Check Mode (C2 : AUDIO CHECK)

Mode for checking audio system adjustment values.

11-3-4. Servo System Adjustment Mode (A0 : SERVO ADJUST)

Mode for automatically adjusting the servo system.

11-3-5. RF System Adjustment Mode (A1 : RF ADJUST)

Mode for automatically adjusting the RF system.

11-3-7. Mechanism Adjustment Mode (A4 : MECHANISM ADJUST)

Mode for setting items required for mechanism adjustment.

11-3-8. Other Adjustments (A9 : OTHERS ADJUST)

Adjustments for internal circuit voltage correction and board replacement.

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