Sony RMT-DS11 - User Manual

SERVICE MANUAL
Ver 1.0 2000. 11
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DIGITAL VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
SPECIFICATIONS
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R MECHANISM
DSR-11
RMT-DS11
System
Recording format DVCAM/DV (SP) format, rotating
2-head helical scan, digital
component recording
Video signal EIA STANDARD, NTSC color
system
CCIR STANDARD, PAL colour
system
Video
Quantification 8-bit
Standardization
frequency NTSC:
13.5 MHz (4:1:1 Component)
PAL:
13.5 MHz (4:2:0 Component)
Audio
Quantification 12-bit (non-linear) or 16-bit (linear)
Standardization
frequency 32 kHz (12-bit recording) or
48 kHz (16-bit recording)
Usable cassettes Standard-DVCAM cassettes and
Mini-DVCAM cassettes
Recording time Standard cassette
DVCAM:
184 minutes (PDV184)
180 minutes (DV270)
DV: 270 minutes (PDV184/
DV270)
Mini cassette
DVCAM: 40 minutes (PDVM40/
DVM60)
DV: 60 minutes (PDVM40/
DVM60)
(We recommend that you use the
DVCAM cassettes.)
Clock
Quartz locked
Power back-up Back-up duration: up to one month
(after a 10-hour charge)
Inputs and outputs
Video input Phono jack
Input signal: 1 Vp-p
(75 ohms unbalanced)
Video output Phono jack
Output signal: 1 Vp-p
(75 ohms unbalanced)
S video input Mini DIN 4-pin
Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p
(75 ohms unbalanced)
Chrominance signal:
0.286 Vp-p (NTSC)
0.3 Vp-p (PAL)
(75 ohms unbalanced)
S video output Mini DIN 4-pin
Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p
(75 ohms unbalanced)
Chrominance signal:
0.286 Vp-p (NTSC)
0.3 Vp-p (PAL)
(75 ohms unbalanced)
Audio input Phono jack (L, R)
Input level: 2 Vrms (full bit)
Input impedance: more than
47 kohms
Audio output Phono jack (L, R)
Output level: 2 Vrms (full bit)
Output impedance: less than
10 kohms
Control S input Minijack
LANC input/output
Stereo mini-mini jack
DV input/output 4-pin jack
General
Power consumption
15 W (during playback)
Peak inrush current
Hot switching inrush current,
measured in accordance with
European standard EN55103-1:
6 A (230V)
Operating temperature
5 °C to 40 °C (41 °F to 104 °F)
Storage temperature
–20 °C to +60 °C (–4 °
F to +140
°F)

Summary

Specifications

System and General Specifications

Details recording format, video, audio, clock, inputs/outputs, and general specs.

Safety and Physical Information

Safety-Related Component Warnings and Checks

Warning about critical components and safety check-out procedures.

Service Notes

Self-Diagnosis and Service Modes

1. Self-diagnosis Function Overview

Explains the unit's self-diagnosis function for problem detection.

2. Self-diagnosis and Service Mode Displays

Describes self-diagnosis display, service mode display, and switching codes.

Self-diagnosis Code Table

Section 1: General Information

Chapter 1: Overview and Features

Provides an overview of the DSR-11's features and capabilities.

Front Panel Controls and Indicators

Tape Transport Control Section

Rear Panel Interface

Rear Panel Connectors and Switches

Supplied Remote Commander Functions

Chapter 2: Playback and Recording

Notes on Video Cassettes and Power Preparations

Playback Operations and Connections

Procedures for playing back tapes and establishing connections.

Playback Functions

Searching Using the Search Function

Auto Repeat Functionality

Section 2: Disassembly Procedures

Disassembly of Circuit Boards and Units

Mechanism Deck and Circuit Board Locations

Section 3: Block Diagrams

Overall System Block Diagrams

Four diagrams illustrating the overall system blocks and signal flow.

Power Block Diagrams

Four diagrams detailing the power supply distribution and circuitry.

Section 4: Printed Wiring Boards and Schematic Diagrams

Frame Schematic Diagrams

RP-234 Board Diagrams

Printed wiring board and schematic diagrams for the RP-234 board.

Frame Schematic Diagrams (Parts 1 & 2)

RP-234 Board Diagrams (PWB and Schematics)

JC-20 Board Printed Wiring Diagrams

JC-20 Board Schematic Diagrams (Parts 1-5)

JC-20 Board Schematic Diagrams (Parts 6-13)

JC-20 Board Schematic Diagram (Part 14 - Power Supply)

VD-031 Board Schematic Diagrams (Parts 1-5)

HD-024 Board Schematic Diagrams (Parts 1-5)

MD-76 (Tape Sensor) Schematic Diagram

FR-175 (User Control) Schematic Diagram

JA-006 Board Schematic Diagram

JD-002 (DV Connector, Control Jack) Schematic Diagram

DC-1492 (DC;DC Converter) Schematic Diagram

Waveforms

Waveform Examples for RP-234 and JC-20 Boards

Displays waveform examples for RP-234 and JC-20 boards.

VD-031 Board Waveforms

HD-024 Board Waveforms

Section 5: Adjustments

1. Before Starting Adjustment Procedures

Procedure for re-writing EVR data when replacing boards.

1-1. Adjusting Items When Replacing Main Parts and Boards

Tables detailing adjustments for main parts replacement.

• Adjusting Items When Replacing a Board or EEPROM

Tables detailing adjustments for board or EEPROM replacement.

5-1. Mechanical Section Adjustments

5-1-1. Parts Replacement and Preparation for Adjustment

Covers parts replacement and preparation steps before adjustments.

Cassette Compartment and Loading;Unloading Procedures

5-1-2. Periodic Check

Cleaning Procedures for Rotary Drum and Tape Path

Procedures for cleaning the rotary drum assembly and tape path system.

5-1-3. Parts Replacement Procedures

Mechanical Parts Disassembly;Assembly (Capstan, Reel, FL Motors)

MIC Base and Drum Assembly Procedures

Pinch Arm, Capstan Motor, and Pendulum Assembly Procedures

Drum, Pinch Arm, and TG2;7 Arm Assembly Procedures

5-1-4. Check and Adjustment

Adjustment Position and Order Flowchart

Reel Table and TG1;8 Height Checks and Adjustments

TG2;7 Height and FWD;RVS Position Checks and Adjustments

Electric Tension Regulator and TG2;7 Arm Adjustments

FWD;RVS Back Tension Check and Adjustment

Preparation for Adjustment and Tape Path Check

Track Adjustment, Check, and Waveform Analysis

5-2. Service Mode Operations

1. Adjusting Remote Commander Usage

9-2. Input of Serial No.

3-1. Preparations Before Video Adjustment

Connection of Equipment for Video Adjustments

Checking Input Signals

3-2. System Control System Adjustments

3-3. Servo and RF System Adjustments

Capstan FG, PLL f0, Switching Position, and RF-AGC Adjustments

CLK DELAY;AEQ and PLL f0 Final Adjustments

3-4. Video System Adjustments

JC-20 Board Video Adjustments

Y, CR, CB Signal Clamp Voltage Adjustments

AFC Adjustments (Preliminary, Picture Frame, General)

Playback Level Adjustments (Y and C)

3-4-2. VD-031 Board Adjustment

Decoder Free Run Adjustment (NTSC;PAL)

Y;C Separation Adjustment (NTSC)

Recording Signal Level Adjustments and Checks

3-4-3. General Adjustment - Hue

3-5. Audio System Adjustments

Connection of Equipment for Audio Adjustments

Playing Level Check and S;N Check

3. E-E Distortion Check

Section 6: Repair Parts List

6-1. Exploded Views

6-1-4. Mechanism Deck Assembly (Drum Assembly)

6-1-5. Mechanism Deck Assembly (Gear, Arm)

6-1-6. Mechanism Deck Assembly (Motor, MD Board)

6-1-7. Mechanism Deck Assembly (Cassette Compartment)

6-2. Electrical Parts List - DC;DC Converter Unit (DC-1492)

FR-175 Electrical Parts List

HD-024 Electrical Parts List

JC-20 Electrical Parts List

JC-20 Electrical Parts List (Continued)

VD-031 Electrical Parts List

VD-031 Electrical Parts List (Continued)

Sony RMT-DS11 Specifications

General

Type	Remote Control
Brand	Sony
Model	RMT-DS11
Compatible Devices	VCR
Battery Type	AA
Infrared	Yes
Battery Quantity	2