Sony TC-K333ESA Service Manual

TC-K333ESA/K9S0ES
SERVICE MANUAL
* Dolby noise reduction and HX Pro headroom extension
manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing
Corporation. HX Pro originated by Bang & Olufsen.
“DOLBY”, the double-D symbo! DO and "HX PRO” are trademarks
of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
SPECIFICATIONS
Recording system 4-track 2-channel stereo
Fast winding time Approx. 90 sec. (with Sony C-60 cassette)
Bias AC bias
Heads Erasing head x 1 (S&F head)
Recording head x 1 (LA head)
Playback head x 1 (LA head)
Motors Capstan motor x 1
(direct -drive linear torque BSL motor)
Reel motor x 1 (DC motor)
Type IV (Sony
Signal-to-noise ratio (at peak level)
Type Il Type |
Metai-S) (Sony UX-S) (Sony HF-S)
61 dB 59 dB 57 dB
Measured at peak level weithted without NR. The S/N is improved by about
15 dB at 500 Hz and by about 20 dB about 1 kHz with Dolby-C NR on, and by
5 dB at 1 kHz and by 10 dB about 5 kHz with Dolby-B NR on.
Cassette
(Dolby NR OFF)
1.3% (with Sony Metal-S 250 nWb/m, 315 Hz,
3rd H:D.)
Frequency response (Dolby NR OFF)
Type IV cassette 15 - 22,000 Hz (+3 dB, IEC)
(Sony Metal-S) 15 - 16,000 Hz [+3 dB (-4dB recording)]
Type Il cassette 15 - 20,000 Hz (#3 dB, IEC
(Sony UX-S)
Type | cassette 15-4 Hz (+3 dB. |
(Sony HF-S) 8,000 Hz (+3 dB, IEC)
+ 0.04% W.Peak (IEC)
0.022% W.RMS (NAB)
+ 0.065% W.Peak (DIN)
Line inputs Sensitivity 0.16 V
(phono jacks) Input impedance 47 k ohms
CD DIRECT INPUT Input impedance 47 k ohms
Harmonic distortion
Wow and flutter
Inputs
Model Name Using Similar Mechanism TC-K333ESG
Tape Transport Mechanism Type
AEP Model
TC-K990ES
E Model
TC-K333ESA
TCM-200D10
Outputs
Line outputs
(phono jacks)
Rated output level 0.5 V at a load impedance
of 47 k ohms
Load impedance Over 10 k ohms
Output level 0-3 mW ata load
impedance of 32 ohms
AEP model: |
220 - 230 V AC, (or 240 V AC
adjustable by Sony personnel),
50/60 Hz
E model:
120, 220, or 240 V AC adjustable,
50/60 Hz
Power consumption 31 W
Dimensions Approx. 470 x 140 x 380 mm (w/h/d)
(185% x 55% x 15 inches)
including projecting parts and controls
Approx. 12.0 kg (26 lbs 8 oz)
Model for other countries: Approx. 11.2 kg
Headphones
(stereo phone jack)
General
Power requirements
Weight
Supplied accessories Audio connecting cords (2)
Screws (8)
Wireless remote commander (1)*
Sony SUM-3(NS) batteries (2)*
* Not supplied with model for European countries
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Note
This appliance conforms with EEC Directive 87/308/EEC regarding
interference suppression.
STEREO CASSETTE DECK
SONY.

Sony TC-K333ESA Specifications

General

Track System	4-track, 2-channel stereo
Tape Speed	4.8 cm/s
Heads	3 Heads
Tape Type	Type I, CrO2, Metal
Frequency Response	20 Hz to 20 kHz
Output	0.5V (line)
Dolby Noise Reduction	Dolby B
Dimensions	430 x 315 mm
Signal to Noise Ratio	72 dB (Dolby C)
Wow and Flutter	0.025% WRMS

Summary

Specifications

Model Identification

Section 1. General

Identifying Front Panel Parts

Identifies and describes front panel controls and indicators.

Remote Commander Identification

Details the controls and operation of the remote commander.

Section 2. Disassembly

Cassette Holder and Lever Disassembly

Disassembly procedures for the cassette holder and pinch levers.

Board Assemblies and Motor Disassembly

Steps for disassembling board assemblies, MD, and reel motor.

Section 3. Adjustments

Mechanical Adjustments

Procedures for mechanical adjustments like tape path, head alignment, and torque.

Electrical Adjustments

Procedures for electrical calibration and adjustments.

Section 4. Diagrams

IC Pin Functions

Pin assignments and functions for key integrated circuits.

IC Block Diagrams and Lead Layouts

Block diagrams of ICs and visual guides for semiconductor pin configurations.

System and Board Diagrams

System block diagram, board locations, PWB layouts, and schematics.

Section 5. Exploded Views

Exploded Views - Overall and Front Panel

Exploded views of the overall unit and the front panel assembly.

Exploded Views - Chassis and Mechanism

Exploded views of the chassis and tape mechanism sections.

Section 6. Electrical Parts List

Parts Lists - AC SW, Capstan, Comparator, Counter

Parts lists for AC SW, Capstan, Comparator, and Counter boards.

Parts Lists - HP AMP, MD, Meter, Monitor SW, PB

Parts lists for HP AMP, MD, Meter, Monitor SW, and PB boards.

Parts Lists - PB Pin Jack, REC, REC VOL, RECT, REEL MOTOR, SYSCON

Parts lists for PB Pin Jack, REC, REC VOL, RECT, REEL MOTOR, SYSCON boards.

Parts List - REC EQ SW Board

Parts list for the REC EQ SW board.