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TANDBERG 14 Series User Manual

TANDBERG 14 Series
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AP 116L-0131-1
TANDBERG TAPE RECORDER
SERIES 15
GENERAL AND TECHNICAL INFORMATION
BY COMMAND OF THE DEFENCE COUNCIL
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Ministry of Defence
FOR USE IN THE
ROYAL AIR FORCE
Prepared by the Procurement Executive, Ministry of Defence
Issued April 73 (Limited Distribution)

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TANDBERG 14 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandTANDBERG
Model14 Series
CategoryMeasuring Instruments
LanguageEnglish

Summary

1.0 Technical Specifications

1.1 STANDARD MODEL

Detailed technical specifications for the standard model tape recorder, including power, tape speeds, and heads.

2.0 Operating Controls

3.0 Connections

4.0 Mechanical Description and Adjustment Procedures

4.1 THE OPERATING LEVER

Description and function of the operating lever and its five positions.

4.2 TURNTABLES

Details the supply and take-up turntable assemblies and their components.

4.2.5 Adjustment of Turntables

Procedures for horizontal and height adjustments of turntables using special tools.

4.3 CLUTCHES

Explanation of how motor torque is transferred via friction discs and clutches.

4.11 SPEED SELECTOR, SERIES 14

Explains the design and operation of the speed selector mechanism for Series 14.

4.12 SPEED SELECTOR, SERIES 15

Explains the speed selector for Series 15, noting differences from Series 14.

4.13 INSTANTANEOUS START/STOP MECHANISM (990232)

Details the mechanism for instantaneous start/stop and its adjustments.

4.16 END STOP MECHANISM

Explains the automatic end stop mechanism for motor shut-off or tape break.

Adjustment of Tape Feeler Movement

Instructions for adjusting the tape feeler movement and microswitch operation.

5.0 Electric Circuits

5.1 LINE AMPLIFIER

Details the line amplifier circuit, its components, and amplification.

5.2 MICROPHONE AMPLIFIER

Describes the microphone amplifier circuit, frequency response, and amplification.

5.4 EQUALIZING AMPLIFIER

Details the equalizing amplifier circuit for recording and playback.

5.4.1 Equalizing Network for Recording

Simplified diagram of the equalizing network for recording mode.

5.4.2 Equalizing Network in Playback Mode.

Circuit diagram and explanation of the equalizing amplifier in playback mode.

5.5 PLAYBACK BOOSTER

Description of the playback booster and its frequency response.

5.7 OSCILLATOR

Explains the push-pull oscillator circuit for erase and bias voltage.

5.9 POWER SUPPLY AND VOLTAGE REGULATOR

Explains the power supply and voltage regulator circuits.

5.10 HEADS AND TRACK SELECTOR

Describes the track selector for 4-track and 2-track models.

5.11 FUNCTION SELECTOR

Explains the functions of the AMP, PLAYBACK, and RECORD positions.

6.0 Alignment of Tape Path and Electric Circuits

6.2 Record/Playback Head

Procedures for adjusting the record/playback head for optimal performance.

6.2.3 Azimuth Adjustment

Procedures for azimuth adjustment for 4-track and 2-track models.

6.4 Track Control

Methods for controlling and verifying tape tracks.

6.4.3 Height Adjustment of Record/Playback Head by Track Measurement on 4-Track Model

Adjusting head height using track measurement on 4-track models.

6.6 Record Current and Record Level Indicator

Adjusting record current and setting the record level indicator.

6.7 Verification of Frequency Curves

Verifying frequency curves against specified tolerances.

6.8 Distortion Check

Procedure for checking tape distortion and adjusting record current.

6.9 Output Amplifier

Instructions for connecting audio generator and oscilloscope to check output amplifier.

7.0 Special Versions

7.2 Model 15 GT - Group Trainer

Details the Model 15 GT, its increased height, and group functions.

7.2.4 Adjustment of Signal Levels

Procedures for adjusting signal levels for headphones in the Model 15 GT.

7.3 Model 15 F

Details the Model 15 F and its remote control facilities.

7.3.1 Mechanical Operation

Explains the mechanical operation of the remote control for the Model 15 F.

7.3.2 Electrical Operation

Explains the electrical operation of the Model 15 F in different modes.

8.0 Modifications

8.1 Circuit Modification for Low Noise Tape

Details circuit modifications for recording on Low Noise tape.

8.2 Modification of F-Model from Serial No 2510 020

Modifications for the F-Model from serial number 2510 020.

8.3 Modifications from 2-Track to Full-Track Model

Modifications required to convert from 2-track to full-track models.

8.4 Modifications 50 to 60 Hz or Vice Versa

Procedures for modifying the tape recorder for different line frequencies.

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