Sony TA-FA5ES Service Manual

TA-FASES/FA7ES
SERVICE MANUAL
Photo: TA-FA7ES (Black)
AEP Model
System
SPECIFICATIONS
Power Amplifier: Pure-complementary SEPP MOS
FET power amplifier with all stages directly coupled
Preamplifier: Low-noise, high-gain equalizer amplifier
Power section: Large-capacity power supply advanced
STD
Rated output
Speakers impedance
Output bandwidth (8 ohms)
Dynamic headroom
Total harmonic distortion
Damping factor
Intermodulation (IM)
distortion (60 Hz:7 kHz=4:1)
Throughrate
Residual noise
Equalizer deviation
Frequency response
S/N
TA-FA7ES
4 ohms, 150 W + 150 W (DIN 0.7%)
8 ohms, 100 W + 100 W (DIN 0.7%)
TA-FA5ES
4 ohms, 135 W + 135 W (DIN 0.7%)
8 ohms, 90 W + 90 W (DIN 0.7%)
4 to 16 ohms ;
10 Hz to 100 kHz (at 40 W output, and
high-frequency distortion rate of
0.08%)
at 4 ohms: TA-FA7ES 2 dB
TA-FASES 3 dB
at 8 ohms: TA-FA7ES 1.2 dB
TA-FA5ES 2 dB
0.005% (at 8 ohms, 10 W output)
100 (8 ohms, 1 kHz)
0.005% (8 ohms)
125 V/p sec, 250 V/U sec (Inside)
Less than 115 1. V (network A)
PHONO MM: 20 Hz to 20 kHz,
+0.2 dB
TUNER, CD, AUX, TAPE 1, 2, 3: 2 Hz
to 100 kHz *$dB
PHONO MC: TA-FA7ES 78dB
(A Fil, 0.5 mV)
TA-FASES 76 dB
(A Fil, 0.5 mV)
MM: 87 dB (A Fil, 5 mV)
TUNER, CD, AUX, TAPE, 2, 3:
105 dB
Inputs
Input sensitivity and
impedance
Maximum input capability
(1 kHz)
Outputs
Output level / impedance
Tone controls
General
Power requirements
Power consumption
PHONO MC: 0.25 mV, 100 ohms
MM: 2.5 mV, 50 kilohms
TUNER, CD, AUX, TAPE 1, 2, 3:
150 mV, 30 kilohms
PHONO MC: 9 mV
MM: 150 mV
REC OUT 1, 2,3: 150 mV,1 kilohms
PHONES: 10 mW (at 8 ohms)
BASS (100 Hz): +7 dB
TREBLE (10 kHz): +6 dB
220 - 230 V AC, 50/60 Hz
TA-FA7ES: 330 W
TA-FA5ES: 300 W
Dimensions (approx.) (w/h/d) 430 x 175 x 450 mm
Mass (approx.)
Supplied accessories
(17 x 7x 173/, inches)
incl. projecting parts and controls
TA-FA7ES: 19.8 kg (43 lb 6 oz)
TA-FASES: 17.5 kg (38 Ib 10 oz)
Remote commander (remote)
RM-S703 (1)
Sony batteries SUM-3(NS) (2)
Design and specifications are subject to change without
notice.
INTEGRATED STEREO AMPLIFIER
SON
Y.

Sony TA-FA5ES Specifications

General

Brand	Sony
Model	TA-FA5ES
Category	Amplifier
Language	English

Summary

Specifications

System Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for the amplifier's system components.

Input and Output Specifications

Specifications for input sensitivity, impedance, output levels, and connections.

Tone Controls and General Data

Details on tone control ranges and general unit specifications like power and dimensions.

General Information and Controls

Front Panel Control Layout

Diagram and description of the front panel controls and indicators.

Rear Panel Connections

Identification and description of rear panel input/output and connection terminals.

Disassembly Procedures

Cabinet Panel Removal

Step-by-step guide for removing external cabinet panels and covers.

Internal Board Removal

Procedure for safely removing internal circuit boards.

Internal Component Disassembly

Disassembly of Control and Power Boards

Instructions for disassembling AC SW, Tone Control, and Volume boards.

Disassembly of Power Supply and Associated Boards

Procedure for removing power supply and related circuit boards.

Further Disassembly Steps

Disassembly of Connectivity and Input Boards

Guide for removing I/O, SP-TM, Jumper, and Input boards.

Disassembly of Main, Pre-PS, and Balance Boards

Instructions for disassembling Main, Pre-PS, and Balance boards.

Electrical Adjustment Procedures

Bias Adjustment Procedure

Detailed steps for performing the bias adjustment on the amplifier's boards.

Diagrams and IC Information

IC Pin Function Description

Description of the pin functions for the System Control IC (IC901).

Circuit Board Layouts

Circuit Board Location Overview

Visual guide showing the physical location of all major circuit boards within the unit.

Integrated Circuit Diagrams

IC Block Diagrams

Block diagrams illustrating the internal functions of key integrated circuits.

Schematic Diagrams

Printed Wiring Board Layouts

Main Section Layouts

Printed wiring board diagrams for the main sections of the amplifier.

Printed Wiring Board Layouts (Control)

Control Section Layouts

Printed wiring board diagrams for the control sections of the amplifier.

Exploded Views

Cabinet Section Exploded View

Exploded view illustrating the assembly of the amplifier's cabinet and external parts.

Exploded Views (Components)

Front Panel Section Exploded View

Exploded view detailing the components and assembly of the front panel.

Chassis and Internal Exploded Views

Chassis Section Exploded View

Exploded view showing the chassis and internal component mounting.

Back Panel Exploded Views

Back Panel Section Exploded View

Exploded view illustrating the assembly of the amplifier's back panel and connections.

Electrical Parts List

AC SW, Balance, and Function LED Parts

List of electrical components for the AC SW, Balance, and Function LED boards.

Electrical Parts List (Continued)

Function LED, HP, and Input Parts

List of electrical components for the Function LED, HP, and Input boards.

Electrical Parts List (Components)

Input, Jumper, and Main A Parts

List of electrical components for the Input, Jumper, and Main A boards.

Electrical Parts List (Main A)

Main A Board Parts

Detailed list of components for the Main A board.

Electrical Parts List (Main Boards)

Main A and Main B-L Board Parts

List of components for the Main A and Main B-L boards.

Electrical Parts List (Various Boards)

Main B-L, B-R, Medama, Mut LED, Out Let Parts

Component list for Main B-L, B-R, Medama, Mut LED, and Out Let boards.

Electrical Parts List (More Boards)

Out Let, Pre PS, and Pro Parts

Component list for Out Let, Pre PS, and Pro boards.

Electrical Parts List (Final Boards)

Pro, Pro LED, and PS Parts

Component list for Pro, Pro LED, and PS boards.

Electrical Parts List (Specialized Boards)

PS, PS Jumper, Rec Out, SP-TM, Tone Control Parts

Component list for PS, Jumper, Rec Out, SP-TM, Tone Control boards.

Electrical Parts List (Control and Volume)

Tone Control and Volume Parts

Component list for Tone Control and Volume boards.

Electrical Parts List (Volume Section)

Volume Control Parts

Component list specifically for the Volume control section.

Service Manual Corrections

Electrical Adjustment Correction

Correction notice for the bias adjustment procedure on page 7.