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Teac A-4300SX Service Manual

Teac A-4300SX
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"4300SX
Stereo
Tape
Deck
TEAC
CORPORATION
51031780

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Teac A-4300SX Specifications

General IconGeneral
Track System4-track, 2-channel stereo
Signal to Noise Ratio58dB
auto reverseNo
TypeReel to Reel Tape Deck
Tape Speed3.75 ips, 7.5 ips
Reel Size7-inch
Wow and Flutter0.08% (7 1/2 ips)
OutputLine level
Input0.25mV (Mic), 50mV (Line)
InputsLine, Mic
OutputsLine
Frequency Response30Hz to 28kHz (7 1/2 ips)

Summary

General Description

Specifications and Service Data

Specifications

Technical details including track system, heads, reel size, tape speed, motors, input/output, etc.

Service Data - Mechanical

Mechanical specifications like tape speed deviation, wow/flutter, pinch roller pressure, reel/brake torque.

Service Data - Electrical

Electrical specifications like frequency response, signal-to-noise ratio, erase efficiency, cross talk.

Tools for Testing and Maintenance

Partial Dis-assembly

Removing Wooden Sides and Rear Panel and Bottom Panel

Instructions for removing outer panels for access to internal components.

Head Assembly Removal

Steps for removing the head assembly from the tape deck.

Removal of Capstan Motor

Procedure for detaching and removing the capstan motor.

Removal of Capstan Assembly

Steps to remove the capstan, flywheel, and related parts.

Removal of Reel Motor

Instructions for removing the reel motor, including brake drum and retainer.

Removal of Tension Arms Left and Right

Guide for disassembling and removing the tension arm assemblies.

Tape Transport Parts Location

Rear View

Diagram showing the location of tape transport components from the rear.

Head Replacement and Alignment

Head Replacement and Wiring

Procedure for replacing tape heads, including wiring connections.

Visual Head Alignment

Method for aligning heads visually using tape guides and screws.

Measurement and Adjustment

Pinch Roller Pressure

Procedure for measuring and adjusting pinch roller pressure.

Brake Torque

Method for measuring and adjusting brake torque for both reels.

Take-Up Torque

Procedure for measuring and adjusting take-up torque for both forward and reverse.

Tape Speed

Procedure for measuring tape speed using a test tape and frequency counter.

Wow and Flutter Check

Steps for checking wow and flutter performance with test equipment.

Measurement and Adjustment

Adjustment Locations and Adjustment Points

Diagram and list of adjustment points on the amplifier PC boards.

Power Supply Check and Adj.

Procedure for checking and adjusting the +23V DC power supply.

Playback Head Azimuth Adj.

Fine adjustment procedure for playback head azimuth.

Output Level Setting

Steps for checking and setting maximum and specified output levels.

Bias Adjustment

Adjusting bias for optimum recording over-bias.

Trouble-Shooting-1

Fuse burns out (blows) when power applied

Troubleshooting for power fuses blowing.

Capstan motor fails to rotate when Tension Arm is raised

Diagnosing why the capstan motor doesn't rotate.

Wow-Flutter excessive (irregular tape movement)

Troubleshooting excessive wow and flutter.

Trouble-Shooting-2

Amplifier inoperative

Troubleshooting for a completely inoperative amplifier section.

Playback audio intermittent or absent

Diagnosing intermittent or absent playback audio.

Servicing and Maintenance

Cleaning

Recommended cleaning procedures and fluids.

Demagnetization of Heads

How and why to demagnetize tape heads.

Simplified Schematic

Playback

Simplified schematic for the playback section with signal levels.

Parts List

Exploded Views and Parts List

Visual breakdown of components with part numbers.

PC Board Section

Lists of parts for various PC boards.

Assembling Hardware Coding List

Explanation of screw and hardware coding conventions.

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