Sony MDS-JA30ES Service Manual

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SERVICE MANUAL
MINIDISC DECK
MICROFILM
Model Name Using Similar Mechanism MDS-JA50ES
MD Mechanism Type MDM-4B
Base Unit Type MBU-2B
Optical Pick-up Type KMS-210A/J-N
MDS-JA30ES
SPECIFICATIONS
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Sony MDS-JA30ES Specifications

General

Type	MiniDisc Player
Recording Time (SP mode)	74 minutes
Sampling Frequency	44.1 kHz
Remote Control	Yes
Dynamic Range	100 dB
Dimensions (W x H x D)	430 x 125 x 340 mm
Digital Inputs	Optical, Coaxial
Digital Outputs	Optical, Coaxial
Analog Inputs	RCA
Analog Outputs	RCA
Digital-to-Analog Converter	1-bit Delta-Sigma
Wow and Flutter	Below measurable level

Summary

SAFETY CHECK-OUT

AC Leakage Testing Procedure

Procedures and limits for checking AC leakage from exposed metal parts.

SERVICING NOTES

TEST MODE OPERATIONS

DISASSEMBLY PROCEDURES

TEST MODE PROCEDURES

Test Mode Display Interpretation and Precautions

Explains test mode displays, meanings, and critical usage precautions.

ELECTRICAL ADJUSTMENTS

Adjustment Precautions and Disc Preparation

Safety guidelines and preparation steps before performing electrical adjustments.

Temperature Compensation and Laser Power Adjustments

Procedures for adjusting temperature compensation offset and laser power.

Traverse Adjustment Procedure

Detailed steps for performing the traverse adjustment.

Focus Bias and Error Rate Checks

Procedures for focus bias adjustment, and checks for CD/MO error rates.