Sony RMT-V505 User Manual

US Model
Canadian Model
SERVICE MANUAL
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER/
DVD RECORDER
SPECIFICATIONS
RMT-V505
TS-10 MECHANISM
Refer to the SERVICE MANUAL of VHS MECHANI-
CAL ADJUSTMENT MANUAL VII for MECHANICAL
ADJUSTMENTS. (9-921-790-11)
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RDR-VX500
Laser
Semiconductor laser
Format
VHS NTSC standard
Video recording system
tary head helical scanning
FM system
Video heads
Double azimuth four heads
Video signal
NTSC color, EIA standards
Tape speed
SP: 33.35 mm/s (1
3
/ 8 inches/s)
EP: 11.12 mm/s (
7
/ 16 inches/s)
LP: 16.67 mm/s (
11
/ 16 inches/s),
Ro
M
aximum recording/
playback time
8 hrs. in EP mode (with T-160 tape)
Rewind time
Approx. 1 min (with T-120 tape)
playback only
Tuner secti
on
Channel coverage
VHF 2 to 13
UHF 14 to 69
CATV A-8 to A-1, A to W, W+1 to
System
Antenna
75-ohm a
ntenna terminal for VHF/UHF
Inputs and outputs
LINE 1 IN and LINE 2 IN
VIDEO IN, phono jack (1 each)
Input signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms,
unbalanced, sync negative
AUDIO IN, phono jacks (2 each)
Input level: 327 mVrms
Input impedance: more than 47 kilohms
LINE 2 IN
S VIDEO, 4-pin, mini-DIN jack
Y: 1.0 Vp
-p, unbalanced, sync negative
C: 0.286 Vp-p, load impedance 75 ohms
DV IN, 4-pin jack, i.LINK S100
W+84
LINE OUT
VIDEO OUT, phono jack (1)
Output signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms,
unbalanced, sync negative
AUDIO OUT, phono jacks (2)
Standard output: 327 mVrms
Load impedance: 47 kilohms
Ou
tput impedance: less than 10 kilohms
DVD recorder section
Audio recording format
Dolby Digital
Video recording format
MPEG Video
VCR section
Timer section
Clo
ck
Quartz locked
Timer indication
12-hour cycle
Timer setting
12 programs
in total (max.)

Sony RMT-V505 Specifications

General

Brand	Sony
Model	RMT-V505
Category	Measuring Instruments
Language	English

Summary

SAFETY CHECK-OUT

PRECAUTIONS

1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Detailed safety precautions for servicing the unit.

SERVICING PRECAUTIONS

2-1 General Servicing Precautions

Fundamental precautions for all servicing tasks.

ESD PRECAUTIONS

HANDLING THE OPTICAL PICK-UP

DVD Recording

DVD Recording Preparations and Modes

Advanced DVD Recording Methods

Managing DVD Timer Settings

VCR Recording

VCR Recording Preparations and Timer Setup

VCR Timer Recording and Auto Tape Speed

Recording from Connected Equipment

VCR Plus+ and Synchro Recording

DVD Editing

DVD Editing Overview and Basic Title Options

Dubbing (TAPE y DVD)

Dubbing Video to DVD

Dubbing DVD to Video

DV Dubbing (DV t DVD)

DV Dubbing Procedure

Settings and Adjustments

Clock and Video Settings

Audio, Digital Output, and Language Settings

Easy Setup Procedure

Additional Information

Troubleshooting Overview

Guide to diagnosing and resolving common operational problems.

VHS Playback, Recording, and Timer Troubleshooting

DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY

Cabinet and PCB Removal

Chassis and VCR Main PCB Removal

VCR DECK

Holder FL Cassette Ass’y Removal

Lever FL Door Removal and Slider FL Drive, Gear FL Cam Removal

Gear Worm Wheel and Cable Flat Removal

Motor Loading Ass’y and Bracket Gear, Gear Joint Removal

Gear Loading Drive, Slider Cam, Lever Load Assemblies Removal and Assembly

Lever Pinch/Tension Drive and Tension Ass’y/Band Brake Ass’y Removal

Lever Brake S, T Ass’y and Gear Idle Ass’y Removal

Disk S, T Reel and Holder Clutch Ass’y Removal

Lever Up Down Ass’y, Gear Center Ass’y Removal and Guide Cassette Door Removal

Lever Unit Pinch/Plate Joint/Spring Pinch Drive and Lever #9 Guide Ass’y Removal

FE Head and ACE Head Removal

Slider S, T Ass’y and Plate Ground Deck/Cylinder Ass’y Removal

Hook Capstan/Belt Pulley and Motor Capstan Ass’y Removal

Post #8 Guide Ass’y, Lever Head Cleaner Ass’y Removal, and Cassette Ejection

TABLE OF CLEANING, LUBRICATION AND REPLACEMENT TIME ABOUT PRINCIPAL PARTS

Block Diagram

Schematic Diagrams

VCR Main PCB Schematics

DVD Main PCB Schematics

JACK PCB Schematics

ALIGNMENT AND ADJUSTMENTS

VCR ADJUSTMENT

Adjustments specific to the VCR section.

VCR ADJUSTMENT

Adjustment Button and Test Point Locations

Head Switching Point Adjustment

Procedure for adjusting the head switching point.

VCR MECHANICAL ADJUSTMENT

Tape Transport System and Adjustment Locations

Explains tape transport system and adjustment points.

ACE Head Assembly Adjustment

Adjustments for the ACE head assembly.

ACE Head Tilt and Audio Azimuth Adjustment

Procedures for adjusting ACE head tilt and audio azimuth.

ACE HEAD POSITION (X-POINT) ADJUSTMENT

Procedure for adjusting ACE head position (X-Point).

Linearity Adjustment (Guide roller S, T)

Adjusting guide rollers S and T for linearity.

Guide Roller Height and Transitional Operation Check

Envelope and Tape Wrinkle Checks

Reel Torque Adjustment

TROUBLESHOOTING

Power and Key/Remote Control Errors

Troubleshooting steps for power and key/remote control issues.

VCR Play Mode and Mechanism Errors

Troubleshooting for inoperative VCR play mode and mechanism issues.

VCR Record Mode and Capstan Rotation Errors

Troubleshooting for record mode and capstan rotation issues.

VCR Fast Forward and Search Errors

Troubleshooting for fast forward and search not operating.

VCR Cassette Loading and EE Mode Video Errors

Troubleshooting for cassette loading and EE mode video issues.

Video Missing in Record/Play Mode

Troubleshooting for video missing in record or play mode.

Color Missing in Record/Play Mode

Troubleshooting for color missing in record or play mode.

OSD Picture and Blue Screen Missing

Troubleshooting for missing OSD picture and blue screen.

Audio Missing in EE/Record Mode

Troubleshooting for audio missing in EE or record mode.

Audio Missing in Playback Mode

Troubleshooting for audio missing in playback mode.

Servo Lock and Capstan Rotation Errors

Troubleshooting for servo lock and capstan rotation issues.

Drum Rotation Errors

Troubleshooting for drum rotation errors.

Disc Loading Errors

Troubleshooting steps for disc loading errors.

Audio Output Errors

Troubleshooting for no analog or digital audio output.

Audio Input and CVBS Output Errors

Troubleshooting for audio input and CVBS output errors.

S-Video and Component Output Errors

Troubleshooting for S-Video and component video output errors.

Line 1 CVBS Video Input Error

Troubleshooting for Line 1 CVBS video input errors.

Line 2 Video Input Errors

Troubleshooting for Line 2 CVBS and S-Video input errors.

REPAIR PARTS LIST

Exploded Views

Diagrams showing disassembled parts.

Cabinet Assembly Exploded View

Exploded view of the cabinet assembly.

VCR Mechanical Parts Exploded Views

Electrical Parts List