Sony TC-FX211 Service Manual

1C-FX211.
SERVICE
MANUAL
AEP
Model
UK Model
TC-FX211 mechanical and electrical specifications are
almost same as TC-FX170. E Model
This manual contains only the points which differ from ;
TC-FX170. Australian Model
Please refer to TC-FX170 service manuals (9-956-365-
U0) for the information not contained in this manual.
For the Australian model, please refer to the TC-FX170
UK model.
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TC-FX211 TC-FX170
Service Manual
e DIFFERENT PARTS LIST (MECHANICAL PARTS AND OTHERS)
TC-FX170
DESCRIPTION |
5-350-426-01
KNOB (REC) 3-367-438-12 3-389-516-01
LID ASSY, CASSETTE X~3362-657-1 A~2004~220-A
5 PANEL ASSY, FRONT (US) X-3362-658-1 A-2004-221-A 17, 18
PANEL ASSY, FRONT (EXCEPT US) A~2003-854-A A-2004-222-A
SCREW, +B(2. 6X8) TAPPING 4-928-635-01 4~951-620-01
| 8 «|: HEAT SINK * 3-309-144-21 Not supplied
14 CORD, POWER (US) ; A\1-551-628-12 A\1-558-945-11
CORD, POWER (UK) A\1-551-884-32 A\1-696-572-11 if. Gee oe
| CORD, POWER (AEP) A\1-551-908-11 A\1-555~-750-00 eo
| CORD, POWER (AUS) — A\1-696-966-11
BUSHING (S) (4516), CORD (AEP, UK, AUS) * 3-703-244-02 * 3-703-244-00
18 PANEL, BACK (UK) * 3-367-318-32 + 3-885-652-32
PANEL, BACK (EB) * 3-367-318-42 * 3-385-652-43
PANEL, BACK (AEP) * 3-367-318-22 * 3-385-652-23
PANEL, BACK (US) * 3-367-318-01 * 3-385-652-03 17, 18
PANEL, BACK (AUS) a * 3-385-652-51
SCREW, +BV(2. 6X10) TAPPING 4-928-635-21 4-951-620-11
FOOT ASSY (US) X~4885~950-1
SPRING | 3-356-957-01
T401 | TRANSFORMER, POWER (AUS) a A\1-450-442-21 17, 18, 25
ACCESSORY & PACKING MATERIAL :
KKKKKK KKK KAKA AK ERE K ARK KKK KK
INDIVIDUAL CARTON(US, B, AUS) * 3-364-604-11 * 3-364-604-61
INDIVIDUAL CARTON (AEP, UK) * 3-364-604-11 * 3-364-604-71
INSTRUCTION (US) 3-703-450-01 Not used
MANUAL, INSTRUCTION (ENGLISH, F, E, RC) (AEP, E) 3~752-875-11 3~756-338~11
MANUAL, INSTRUCTION (ENGLISH) (US, UK, AUS) 3-752-875-21 3-756-338-21
MANUAL, INSTRUCTION (D, NL, S, I) (AEP) 3-752-875-41 3-756-338-41
@ Items marked “**” are not stocked since
they are seldom required for routine service.
Some delay should be anticipated when
ordering these items.
AUS : Australian
e F : FRENCH
E :SPANISH
Note: The components identified by mark A\ or dotted line
with mark A\ are critical for safety.
Replace only with part number specified.
RC : CHINISE
D : GERMAN
NL : DUTCH
S : SWEDISH
I : ITALIAN | NI Y
| , ®
cé English
documents. |§ : | 93C0567-1
sony Corporation Printed in Japan
9-957-736-11 Audio Group © 1993. 3
Published by Audio Corporate Planning Group

Sony TC-FX211 Specifications

General

Track System	4-track, 2-channel stereo
Tape Speed	4.8 cm/s
Heads	1 x record/playback, 1 x erase
Tape Type	type I, CrO2, Metal
Frequency Response	30Hz to 15kHz (Metal tape)
Total Harmonic Distortion	1.5%
Input	70mV (line)
Output	0.44V (line)
Frequency Response (Metal Tape)	30Hz to 15kHz
Type	Cassette Deck
Motor	DC servo motor
Signal-to-Noise Ratio	58 dB (Dolby B Off)
Dimensions	430 x 110 x 250mm
Power Supply	220V AC, 50Hz
Frequency Response (Normal Tape)	30Hz to 13kHz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (Dolby B On)	64dB
Inputs	1 x line
Outputs	Line Out, Headphone

Summary

Service Manual Overview

Different Parts List

Lists mechanical and other parts that differ from TC-FX170.

Technical Specifications

Recording System and Performance

Covers recording system, signal-to-noise ratio, distortion, frequency response, and wow/flutter.

Power Requirements and Usage

Details power requirements for different models and Dolby noise reduction information.

Model Identification and Safety Checks

Model Identification Label

Information on how to identify the model number from the back panel label.

Safety Leakage Test Procedures

Outlines methods to check AC leakage for safety compliance.

Front Panel Controls and Indicators

Adjustments and Calibration

Mechanical Adjustments and Torque

Details mechanical adjustments, precautions, and torque specifications.

Electrical Adjustments Procedures

Covers procedures for electrical adjustments like record bias and level.

Diagrams and Schematics

Block Diagram and Signal Flow

Shows the overall block diagram and signal flow within the device.

Printed Wiring Board Layouts

Illustrates the layout of components on the printed wiring boards.

Head Alignment and Level Adjustments

Details head alignment and playback level adjustment procedures.

Detailed Schematic Diagrams

Audio, Switch, and Power Supply Schematics

Provides detailed schematic diagrams for the audio, switch, and power supply boards.

Exploded Views and Part Breakdown

Cabinet and Front Panel Assembly Views

Exploded view of the cabinet and front panel sections with part identification.

Mechanism Section Assemblies

Exploded views of the tape mechanism sections for disassembly and parts identification.

Electrical Parts List

Capacitors, Semiconductors, and Coils

Lists capacitors, semiconductors, coils, filters, and transistors with part numbers.

Resistor Parts List

Resistors and Variable Components

Lists resistors and variable resistors (potentiometers) with specifications.

Component Lists: Switches, ICs, and Connectors

ICs, Transistors, and Filters

Lists integrated circuits, transistors, and filters with part numbers.

Switches, Connectors, and Miscellaneous

Lists switches, connectors, transformers, and accessory items.

Hardware and Accessory List

Hardware Fasteners and Rings

Lists screws, rings, and lugs used in the assembly.