Sony SLV-N71 Service Manual

SERVICE MANUAL
US Model
Canadian Model
RMT-V307
/
V307A
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
SLV-N71
/
N81
SPECIFICATIONS
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System
Format
VHS NTSC standard
Video recording system
Rotary 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: 11.11 mm/s (
7
/
16
inches/s)
LP: 16.67 mm/s (
11
/
16
inches/s),
playback only
Maximum recording/playback time
8 hrs. in EP mode (with T-160 tape)
Fast-forward and rewind time
Approx. 3 min. (with T-120 tape)
Tuner section
Channel coverage
VHF 2 to 13
UHF 14 to 69
CATV A-8 to A-1, A to W, W+1 to W+84
Antenna
75-ohm antenna terminal for VHF/UHF
Inputs and outputs
LINE-1 IN and -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 OUT
VIDEO OUT, phono jack (1)
CONTROL S IN (SLV-N81 only)
Mini jack (1)
CABLE BOX CONTROL (CONTROL S OUT)
(SLV-N81 only)
Stereo mini jack (pulg in power) (1)
Output signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms, unbalanced,
sync negative
AUDIO OUT, phono jacks (2)
Standard output: 327 mVrms
Load impedance: 47 kilohms
Output impedance: less than 10 kilohms
Timer section
Clock
Quartz locked
Timer indication
12-hour cycle
Timer setting
8 programs (max.)
Power back-up
Built-in self-charging capacitor
Back-up duration: up to 1 hour at a time
General
Power requirements
120 V AC, 60 Hz
Power consumption
22W (SLV-N81)
21W (SLV-N71)
Operating temperature
5°C to 40°C (41°F to 104°F)
Storage temperature
-20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F)
Dimensions
Approx. 430
✕ 97 ✕ 292 mm (w/h/d)
(Approx. 17
✕ 3 ✕ 11 inches) including
projecting parts and controls
Mass
Approx. 4.1 kg (9 lb 1 oz)
Supplied accessories
Remote commander (1)
Size AA (R6) batteries (2)
75-ohm coaxial cable with F-type connectors (1)
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice
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Sony SLV-N71 Specifications

General

Type	VCR
Video Format	VHS
Recording Speed	SP, LP, EP
Audio System	Mono
Tape Type	VHS
Remote Control	Yes
Connections	RF input/output, composite video/audio input/output
Heads	4-head
Playback Speed	SP/LP
Inputs	RF, composite video/audio
Outputs	RF, composite video/audio

Summary

System Specifications

Video System and Tape Speed

Details VHS NTSC standard, rotary head helical scanning, double azimuth heads, NTSC color signal, and tape speeds SP, EP, LP.

Recording Playback and Rewind Times

Specifies maximum recording/playback time (8 hrs EP) and fast-forward/rewind time (approx. 3 min).

Tuner and Antenna

Covers VHF, UHF, and CATV channel coverage, and 75-ohm antenna terminal.

Inputs and Outputs

Lists VIDEO IN and AUDIO IN phono jacks, with signal levels and impedance.

Timer Functionality

Details clock, timer indication, up to 8 program timer settings, and power back-up.

General Power and Environment

Specifies power requirements (120V AC, 60Hz) and operating/storage temperatures.

Physical Specifications

Provides dimensions and mass of the unit.

Supplied Accessories

Included Items

Lists the remote commander, AA batteries, and coaxial cable provided with the unit.

Service and Parts Information

US Model Service

Information on repair and parts supply for US models via the Exchange Department.

Canadian Model Service

Details on repair and parts supply for Canadian models via Manufacturing & Technology Centre.

Service Parts List

Lists part numbers, names, and corresponding model names for replacement components.