SELF-DIAGNOSIS FUNCTION Self-diagnosis Display Self-diagnosis Function When problems occur while the unit is operating, the counter of When problems occur while the unit is operating, the self-diagno- sis function starts working, and displays on the viewfinder or Dis- the viewfinder or Display window shows a 4-digit display consist- play window what to do.
Self-diagnosis Code Table Self-diagnosis Code Block Detailed Symptom/State Correction Function Code Condensation. Remove the cassette, and insert it again after one hour. Video head is dirty. Clean with the optional cleaning cassette. Non-standard battery is used. Use the InfoLITHIUM battery. LOAD direction.
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Self-diagnosis Code Block Detailed Symptom/State Correction Function Code Inspect the lens block focus reset sensor (Pin 9 of CN1551 of VC-235 board) when focusing is performed when the control dial Difficult to adjust focus is rotated in the focus manual mode and the focus motor drive circuit (Cannot initialize focus.) (IC1553 of VC-235 board) when the focusing is not performed.
DCR-TRV120/TRV120E/TRV120P/TRV125E/ TR8000E/TR8100E 3-4. POWER BLOCK DIAGRAM 1 SE-104/113 BOARD CONTROL SWITCH BLOCK FU-138/143 BOARD VC-235 BOARD (1/2) (SEE PAGE 4-34) (SE-104 : TRV model/SE-113 : TR model) IC4803 CN1103 (FU-138 : TRV model/FU-143 : TR model) (SS-10000) IF 232C TD (SEE PAGE 4-85) S001 IF 232C TD...
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DCR-TRV120/TRV120E/TRV120P/TRV125E/ TR8000E/TR8100E 3-5. POWER BLOCK DIAGRAM 2 FP-156 FLEXIBLE VC-235 BOARD (2/2) MI-37 BOARD (SEE PAGE 4-55) IC3901 IC3900 CN1111 CN5804 D3904 F3900 REMOTE VTR UNREG LASER LINK COMMANDER TRANSMITTER RECEIVER (SEE PAGE 4-57) IC5801 (SEE PAGE 4-58) AU 2.8V STEREO PH001, 002 MIC AMP...
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DCR-TRV120/TRV120E/TRV120P/TRV125E/ TR8000E/TR8100E 3-6. POWER BLOCK DIAGRAM 3 TRV model 720H model (SEE PAGE 4-8) PD-117 BOARD IC101 Note : CN5501 pin name A/B A : TYPE C model IC5501 IC5602 B : TYPE S model IMAGER CN5501 LCD901 TYPE C model CURRENT CAM –6.5V DRIVER...
DCR-TRV120/TRV120E/TRV120P/TRV125E/ TR8000E/TR8100E 4-2. PRINTED WIRING BOARDS AND SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS CD-242 (CCD IMAGER) PRINTED WIRING BOARD AND SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM – Ref. No.: CD-242 board; 20,000 series – – DCR-TRV120/TRV120P – • For Printed Wiring Board. CD-242 BOARD (DCR-TRV120/TRV120P) • There are few cases that the part isn't mounted in this model is printed on this diagram.
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DCR-TRV120/TRV120E/TRV120P/TRV125E/ TR8000E/TR8100E CD-244/269 (CCD IMAGER) PRINTED WIRING BOARD AND SHEMATIC DIAGRAM • See page 4-87 for waveforms. – Ref. No.: CD-244/269 board; 20,000 series – – DCR-TRV120E/TRV125E/TR8000E/TR8100E – CD-244 BOARD (DCR-TRV120E/TRV125E) • For Printed Wiring Board. • There are few cases that the part isn't mounted in this model CD-269 BOARD is printed on this diagram.
DCR-TRV120/TRV120E/TRV120P/TRV125E/ TR8000E/TR8100E VC-235 (BASE BAND INPUT) SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM • See page 4-11 for VC-235 printed wiring board. SIGNAL PATH VC-235 BOARD (5/16) VIDEO SIGNAL BASE BAND INPUT (ALIGN BLOCK) CHROMA -REF.NO.:10,000 SERIES- XX MARK:NO MOUNT NO MARK:REC/PB MODE R:REC MODE P:Digital8 PB MODE C:Hi8/Std8 PB MODE VC-235 BOARD (10/16)
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DCR-TRV120/TRV120E/TRV120P/TRV125E/ TR8000E/TR8100E VC-235 (VIDEO/AUDIO DSP, D/A CONVERTER) SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM • See page 4-11 for VC-235 printed wiring board. • See page 4-87, 88 for waveforms. VC-235 BOARD (7/16) VC-235 BOARD (6/16) VC-235 BOARD (7/16) VIDEO/AUDIO DSP,D/A CONVERTER (JC1 BLOCK) -REF.NO.:10,000 SERIES- CN1104 XX MARK:NO MOUNT REG_GND...
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DCR-TRV120/TRV120E/TRV120P/TRV125E/ TR8000E/TR8100E VC-235 (DV INTERFACE, OSD) SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM • See page 4-11 for VC-235 printed wiring board. VC-235 BOARD (7/16) DV INTERFACE,OSD (JC2 BLOCK) -REF.NO.:10,000 SERIES- XX MARK:NO MOUNT NO MARK:REC/PB MODE R:REC MODE P:Digital8 PB MODE C:Hi8/Std8 PB MODE 41-1 R3352 R3359...
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DCR-TRV120/TRV120E/TRV120P/TRV125E/ TR8000E/TR8100E VC-235 (A/D CONVERTER, REC/PB AMP) SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM • See page 4-11 for VC-235 printed wiring board. • See page 4-88 for waveforms. VC-235 BOARD (8/16) A/D CONVERTER,REC/PB AMP (RFD BLOCK) -REF.NO.:10,000 SERIES- XX MARK:NO MOUNT NO MARK:REC/PB MODE Q3111 R:REC MODE 2SA1832F-Y/GR(TPL3)
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DCR-TRV120/TRV120E/TRV120P/TRV125E/ TR8000E/TR8100E VC-235 (Hi8/Std8 PB AMP) SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM • See page 4-11 for VC-235 printed wiring board. • See page 4-88 for waveforms. VC-235 BOARD (9/16) RP_4.75V Hi8/Std8 PB AMP (RF8 BLOCK) VC-235 BOARD (16/16) A_2.8V -REF.NO.:10,000 SERIES- REG_GND Hi8/Std8 Hi8/Std8 XX MARK:NO MOUNT VC-235 BOARD (8/16)
DCR-TRV120/TRV120E/TRV120P/TRV125E/ TR8000E/TR8100E VC-235 (Digital8 MECHANISM CONTROL) SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM • See page 4-11 for VC-235 printed wiring board. • See page 4-88 for waveforms. VC-235 BOARD (11/16) NTSC MODEL:DCR-TRV120/TRV120P PAL MODEL:DCR-TRV120E/TRV125E/TR8000E/TR8100E Digital8 MECHANISM CONTROL (MC BLOCK) -REF.NO.:10,000 SERIES- XX MARK:NO MOUNT REG_GND NO MARK:REC/PB MODE FB4501...
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DCR-TRV120/TRV120E/TRV120P/TRV125E/ TR8000E/TR8100E Ver. 1.1 2001. 01 VC-235 (CAMERA CONTROL, Hi8/Std8 MECHANISM CONTROL) SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM • See page 4-11 for VC-235 printed wiring board. • See page 4-88 for waveforms. VC-235 BOARD (12/16) VC-235 BOARD (3/16) CAMERA CONTROL, VC-235 BOARD (9/16) ¶...
DCR-TRV120/TRV120E/TRV120P/TRV125E/ TR8000E/TR8100E FP-156 (MIC/HP JACK, MF SENSOR), MI-37 (STEREO MIC AMP) SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM • See page 4-51 for FP-156 and MI-37 printed wiring boards. MI-37 BOARD (1/2) FP-156 CN5804 FLEXIBLE STEREO MIC AMP AU_GND HP_L HP_L HP_SENSE -REF.NO.:10,000 SERIES- HP_SENSE HP_R XX MARK:NO MOUNT HP_R...
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DCR-TRV120/TRV120E/TRV120P/TRV125E/ TR8000E/TR8100E MI-37 (IR TRANSMITTER) SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM • See page 4-51 for MI-37 printed wiring board. • See page 4-89 for waveform. MI-37 BOARD (2/2) IR TRANSMITTER -REF.NO.:10,000 SERIES- SIGNAL PATH XX MARK:NO MOUNT VIDEO SIGNAL NTSC MODEL:TRV120/TRV120P AUDIO NO MARK:REC/PB MODE (IR ON) PAL MODEL:TRV120E/TRV125E/TR8000E/TR8100E SIGNAL Y/CHROMA...
DCR-TRV120/TRV120E/TRV120P/TRV125E/ TR8000E/TR8100E • For Printed Wiring Board. FK-10000 (CONTROL SWITCH BLOCK) SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM VF-129 (B/W EVF) PRINTED WIRING BOARD • There are few cases that the part isn't mounted in this model – Ref. No.: VF-129 board; 20,000 series – is printed on this diagram.
DCR-TRV120/TRV120E/TRV120P/TRV125E/ TR8000E/TR8100E SECTION 5 ADJUSTMENTS Before starting adjustment EVR Data Re-writing Procedure When Replacing Board The data that is stored in the repair board, is not necessarily correct. Perform either procedure 1 or procedure 2 or procedure 3 when replacing board. Procedure 1 Save the EVR data of the machine in which a board is going to be replaced.
1-1. Adjusting items when replacing main parts and boards • Adjusting items when replacing main parts When replacing main parts, adjust the items indicated by z in the following table. Replaced part Block replacement Mounted part replacement Adjustment Section Adjustment Initialization of 7, 8, Initialization of 8, C, D page data C, D, E, F page data...
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• Adjusting items when replacing a board or EEPROM When replacing a board or EEPROM, adjust the items indicated by z in the following table. Note 1: TRV model (DCR-TRV120/TRV120E/ Replaced part TRV120P/TRV125E) only. Block Note 2: 720H model: DCR-TRV120/TRV120P replacement 960H (TRV) model: DCR-TRV120E/ TRV125E...
5-1. CAMERA SECTION ADJUSTMENT 1-1. PREPARATIONS BEFORE ADJUSTMENT (CAMERA SECTION) 1-1-1. List of Service Tools • Oscilloscope • Color monitor • Vectorscope • Regulated power supply • Digital voltmeter • Frequency counter Ref. No. Name Parts Code Usage Auto white balance adjustment/check Filter for color temperature correction (C14) J-6080-058-A White balance adjustment/check...
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1-1-2. Preparations Pattern box Note 1: For details of how remove the cabinet and boards, refer to “2. DISASSEMBLY”. Note 2: When performing only the adjustments, the lens block and boards need not be disassembled. Note 3: TRV model: DCR-TRV120/TRV120E/TRV120P/TRV125E TR model: DCR-TR8000E/TR8100E 1.5 m CF board...
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TR model Note 1: Press the battery switch of the battery terminal using adhesive tape, etc. Regulated power supply (Note 1) (8.4 ± 0.1 Vdc) Color monitor Vector scope Video (yellow) Terminated 75 Ω Audio L (white) Adjustment remote commander Audio R (red) Battery Lens block...
TRV model Note 1: Press the battery switch of the battery terminal using adhesive tape, etc. Note 2: 720H model: DCR-TRV120/TRV120P Regulated power 960H model: DCR-TR120E/TRV125E supply (Note 1) (8.4 ± 0.1 Vdc) Color monitor Vector scope Video (yellow) Terminated 75 Ω Audio L (white) Adjustment remote commander...
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1-1-3. Precaution 1. Setting the Switch Unless otherwise specified, set the switches as follows and perform adjustments without loading cassette. Note: TRV model: DCR-TRV120/TRV120E/TRV120P/TRV125E POWER switch (SS-10000 block) ......CAMERA FOCUS switch (MF-10000) ......... MANUAL NIGHT SHOT switch (Lens block) ......... OFF PROGRAM AE (CF-69/71 board) ........
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1-2. INITIALIZATION OF 7, 8, C, D, E, F PAGE 3. 8 Page Table Note1: Fixed data-1: Initialized data. (Refer to “1. Initializing the DATA 8, C, D Page Data”) Note2: Fixed data-2: Modified data. (Refer to “2. Modified of 8, 1-2-1.
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4. C Page Table Initial value Address Remark Note1: Fixed data-1: Initialized data. (Refer to “1. Initializing the NTSC PAL 8, C, D Page Data”) E1 to E5 Fixed data-1 (Initialized data) Note2: Fixed data-2: Modified data. (Refer to “2. Modified of 8, Fixed data-2 C, D Page Data”) Fixed data-1 (Initialized data)
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5. D Page Table Initial value Address Remark Note1: Fixed data-1: Initialized data. (Refer to “1. Initializing the NTSC PAL 8, C, D Page Data”) 90 to A1 Fixed data-1 (Initialized data) Note2: Fixed data-2: Modified data. (Refer to “2. Modified of 8, VCO adj.
1-2-2. INITIALIZATION OF 7, E, F PAGE DATA 3. 7 Page Table 1. Initializing the 7, E, F Page Data Note1: Fixed data-1: Initialized data. (Refer to “1. Initializing the Note1: If “Initialization of Pages 7, E, F” is executed, all data on 7, E, F Page Data”) Note2: Fixed data-2: Modified data.
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4. E Page Table Initial value Address Remark Note1: Fixed data-1: Initialized data. (Refer to “1. Initializing the NTSC PAL 7, E, F Page Data”) Fixed data-1 (Initialized data) Note2: Fixed data-2: Modified data. (Refer to “2. Modified of 7, Fixed data-2 E, F Page Data”) Initial value...
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5. F Page Table Initial value Address Remark Note1: Fixed data-1: Initialized data. (Refer to “1. Initializing the NTSC PAL 7, E, F Page Data”) Flange back adj. Note2: Fixed data-2: Modified data. (Refer to “2. Modified of 7, E, F Page Data”) Initial value Remark Address...
1-3. CAMERA SYSTEM ADJUSTMENTS Initial value Address Remark Before perform the camera system adjustments, Check that the NTSC PAL specified values of “27 MHz/36 MHz Origin Oscillation Adjustment”, Fixed data-1 (Initialized data) “S VIDEO OUT Y level Adjustment” and “S VIDEO OUT C level Fixed data-2 Adjustment”...
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2. Flange Back Adjustment Adjusting method: (Using the minipattern box) 1) Install the minipattern box so that the distance between it and The inner focus lens flange back adjustment is carried out the front of the lens of the camcorder is less than 3 cm. automatically.
3. Flange Back Adjustment 3-2. Flange Back Adjustment (2) (Using Flange Back Adjustment Chart Subject More Perform this adjustment after performing “Flange Back Adjustment Than 500 m Away) (1)”. The inner focus lens flange back adjustment is carried out Subject Subject more than 500m away automatically.
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4. Flange Back Check Subject Siemens star (PTB-450) (2.0 m from the front of the lens) (Luminance : approx. 200 lux) Measurement Point Check operation on TV monitor Measuring Instrument Specified Value Focused at the TELE end and WIDE end. Switch setting: 1) NIGHT SHOT ..............
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5. Optical Axis Adjustment Select page:F, address:60, and set correction data, then press Correct a deviation of optical axis between the lens and the CCD the PAUSE button on the adjusting remote commander. imager. 10) Shoot the Siemens Star with the zoom at TELE end. If deviated, the screen center will be shifted when the lens is zoomed 11) Change the lens direction so that the center of Siemens Star from TELE end to WIDE end.
6. Picture Frame Setting Check on the oscilloscope Subject Color bar chart (PTB-450) 1. Horizontal period (Color reproduction adjustment frame) (1.5 m from the front of the lens) Measurement Point Video output terminal of A/V jack Measuring Instrument Oscilloscope and TV monitor Specified Value A=B, C=D, E=F Note: “Flange Back Adjustment”...
7. Color Reproduction Adjustment NTSC 720H model Adjust the color Separation matrix coefficient so that proper color reproduction is produced. Subject Color bar chart (PTB-450) (Color reproduction adjustment frame) Measurement Point Video output terminal of A/V jack Measuring Instrument Vectorscope Adjustment Page Adjustment Address 47, 49, D7, D8...
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8. AWB & LV Standard Data Input Switch setting: 1) NIGHT SHOT ..............OFF Subject Clear chart (PTB-450) 2) DIGITAL ZOOM (Menu display) ........OFF (Color reproduction adjustment frame) 3) STEADY SHOT (Menu display) ........OFF Adjustment Page Adjustment Address 3C to 41 Adjusting method: 1) Place the C14 filter for color temperature correction on the lens.
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10. White Balance Check 2 mm Subject Clear chart (PTB-450) (Color reproduction adjustment frame) Filter Filter C14 for color temperature correction ND filter 1.0, 0.4 and 0.1 2 mm Measurement Point Video output terminal of A/V jack Measuring Instrument Vectorscope Fig.
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11. Angular Velocity Sensor Sensitivity Data Preset and Steady Shot Check Check the angular velocity sensor output. Precautions on the Parts Replacement There are two types of repair parts. Type A ENC03JA Type B ENC03JB Replace the broken sensor with a same type sensor. If replace with other type parts, the image will vibrate up and down or left and right during hand-shake correction operations.
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1-4. MONOCHROME ELECTRONIC 1-4-2. Centering Adjustment VIEWFINEDER SYSTEM ADJUSTMENTS Mode Playback Note: NTSC model: DCR-TRV120/TRV120P Signal Hi8/standard 8 mm alignment tape : PAL model: DCR-TRV120E/TRV125E/TR8000E/TR8100E For checking operation (WR5-8NSE(NTSC)) 1-4-1. Horizontal Slant Check (WR5-8CSE(PAL)) Mode Playback Monoscope section Signal Hi8/standard 8 mm alignment tape : Specified Value ±...
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1-4-4. Aberration Adjustment 1-4-5. Horizontal Amplitude Adjustment (VF-129 board) Mode VTR stop Mode Playback Signal Dot pattern Signal Hi8/standard 8 mm alignment tape : 2 × a1 For checking operation Specified Value 0.8 × a2 (WR5-8NSE(NTSC)) (WR5-8CSE(PAL)) Monoscope section Adjustment method: 1) Adjust the aberration adjustment ring so that the tracing of the Adjusting Element C909 (SOL901)
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1-4-6. Vertical Amplitude Adjustment (VF-129 board) 1-4-7. Brightness Adjustment (VF-129 board) Mode Playback Mode Playback Signal Hi8/standard 8 mm alignment tape : Signal Hi8/standard 8 mm alignment tape : For checking operation For checking operation (WR5-8NSE(NTSC)) (WR5-8NSE(NTSC)) (WR5-8CSE(PAL)) (WR5-8CSE(PAL)) Monoscope section Monoscope section Adjusting Element RV903...
1-5. LCD SYSTEM ADJUSTMENTS 1. LCD Initial Data Input (1) (DCR-TRV120/TRV120E/TRV120P/TRV125E) Mode VTR stop Note 1: The back light (fluorescent tube) is driven by a high voltage Signal Arbitrary AC power supply. Therefore, do not touch the back light Adjustment Page holder to avoid electrical shock.
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Ver. 1.1 2001. 01 2. LCD Initial Data Input (2) 3. VCO Adjustment (PD-117 board) Set the VCO free-run frequency. If deviated, the LCD screen will Mode VTR stop be blurred. Signal Arbitrary Mode Camera Adjustment Page Subject Arbitrary Adjustment Address A0 to AA, AC to B1 Measurement Point Pin 8 of CN5502 (XHD OUT)
Ver. 1.1 2001. 01 4. RGB AMP Adjustment (PD-117 board) 5. Contrast Adjustment (PD-117 board) Set the D range of the RGB driver used to drive the LCD to the Set the level of the VIDEO signal for driving the LCD to the specified specified value.
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Ver. 1.1 2001. 01 6. COM AMP Adjustment (PD-117 board) 7. V-COM Adjustment (PD-117 board) Set the common electrode drive signal level of LCD to the specified Set the DC bias of the common electrode drive signal of LCD to the value.
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8. White Balance Adjustment (PD-117 board) Correct the white balance. If deviated, the LCD screen color cannot be reproduced. Mode Camera Subject Arbitrary Measurement Point Check on LCD display Measuring Instrument Adjustment Page Adjustment Address A8, A9 Specified Value The LCD screen should not be colored. Note 1: Check the white balance only when replacing the following parts.
2-1-2. TAPE PATH ADJUSTMENT 5-2. MECHANISM SECTION ADJUSTMENT 1. Preparations for Adjustment Mechanism Section adjustments, checks, and replacement of Clean the tape path face (tape guide, capstan shaft, pinch roller). mechanism parts, refer to the separate volume “8 mm Video Connect the adjustment remote commander to the LANC jack.
2-2. DIGITAL8 MODE 2-2-3. OVERALL TAPE PATH CHECK 2-2-1. HOW TO ENTER RECORD MODE WITHOUT 1. Recording of the tape path check signal CASSETTE 1) Clean the tape running side (tape guide, capstan shaft, pinch roller). 1) Connect the adjustment remote commander to the LANC jack. 2) Connect the adjustment remote commander to the LANC jack.
5-3. VIDEO SECTION ADJUSTMENT 13) PAL Hi8/standard 8 mm alignment tapes (For PAL model) • For tracking adjustment (WR5-1CP) Parts code: 8-967-995-07 3-1. PREPARATIONS BEFORE ADJUSTMENTS • For video frequency characteristics adjustment (WR5-7CE) Parts code: 8-967-995-18 Use the following measuring instruments for video section •...
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3-1-2. Precautions on Adjusting Note 1: Setting the “Forced VTR Power ON” mode (VTR mode) 1) The adjustments of this unit are performed in the VTR mode 1) Select page: 0, address: 01, and set data: 01. or camera mode. 2) Select page: D, address: 10, set data: 02, and press the To set to the VTR mode, set the power switch to “VTR or PAUSE button of the adjustment remote commander.
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3-1-3. Adjusting Connectors CN1108 Some of the adjusting points of the video section are concentrated at VC-235 board CN1108. Connect the measuring instruments via the CPC-13 jig (J-6082-443-A). The following table lists the pin numbers and signal names of CN1108. Pin No.
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3-1-5. Alignment Tape The following table lists alignment tapes which are available. Use the tape specified in the signal column for each adjustment. If the type of tape to be used for checking operations is not specified, use whichever type. Digital8 alignment tape Name Usage...
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Fig. 5-3-3 Shows the color bar signals recorded on the alignment tape. Note: Measure using the VIDEO terminal (Terminated at 75 Ω). For NTSC model White (100%) White (75%) Burst signal 0.714 V (75%) 0.286 V Black 0.286 V White (100%) Horizontal sync signal Color bar signal waveform...
Ver. 1.1 2001. 01 3-2. SYSTEM CONTROL SYSTEM ADJUSTMENT 2-2. Input of Serial No. Write the serial No. and model code to the EEPROM (nonvolatile memory). 1. Initialization of 7, 8, C, D, E, F Page Data In writing the serial No., a decimal number should be converted into If the 7, 8, C, D, E, F page data is erased due to some reason, perform a hexadecimal number.
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3. Battery End Adjustment (VC-235 board) Set the battery end voltage. If the voltage is incorrect, the life of the battery will shorten. The image at the battery end will also be rough. Mode Camera recording Subject Arbitrary Regulated power supply Measurement Point LCD display of the adjustment remote commander...
3-3. SERVO AND RF SYSTEM ADJUSTMENTS 2. PLL f & LPF f Pre-adjustment (VC-235 board) Before perform the servo and RF system adjustments, check that Mode VTR stop the specified value of “27 MHz/36MHz Origin Oscillation Measurement Point Display data of page: 3, address: 03 Adjustment”...
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3. Switching Position Adjustment (VC-235 board) 4. AGC Center Level Adjustment (VC-235 board) To obtain normal playback waveform output, adjust the switching Mode Camera record and playback position. Subject Arbitrary Mode VTR playback Measurement Point Pin qh of CN1108 (RF MON) Signal Digital8 alignment tape : (Note 1)
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5. APC & AEQ Adjustment (VC-235 board) 6. PLL f & LPF f Final Adjustment (VC-235 board) Mode Camera record and playback Mode VTR stop Subject Arbitrary Signal Arbitrary Measurement Point Pin qh of CN1108 (RF MON) Measurement Point Display data of page: 3, address: 03 (Note 1) Measuring Instrument Adjustment remote commander...
7. Hi8/standard 8 mm Switching Position Adjustment 8. CAP FG Duty Adjustment (VC-235 board) (VC-235 board) Improve the capstan servo characteristic. If it is not correct. jitters If deviated in this case causes switching noise or jitter on the Hi8/ will increase.
3-4. VIDEO SYSTEM ADJUSTMENTS 2. Chroma BPF f Adjustment (VC-235 board) Set the center frequency of IC3701 chroma band-pass filter. 3-4-1. Video System Adjustments Mode VTR stop Signal No signal Adjusting Procedure: Measurement Point CH1: Chroma signal terminal of 27 MHz/36 MHz origin oscillation adjustment S VIDEO jack (75 Ω...
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3. S VIDEO OUT Y Level Adjustment (VC-235 board) 4. S VIDEO OUT Chroma Level Adjustment (VC-235 board) Mode VTR stop Mode VTR stop Subject Arbitrary Subject Arbitrary Measurement Point Y signal terminal of S VIDEO jack (75 Ω terminated) Measurement Point Chroma signal terminal of S VIDEO jack (75 Ω...
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5. VIDEO OUT Y, Chroma Level Check (VC-235 board) 6. Hi8/standard 8 mm AFC f Adjustment (VC-235 board) Mode VTR stop (Using Digital Voltmeter) Subject Arbitrary Adjust the pull-in range of the clock generator (IC2201) for A/D VIDEO jack (75 Ω terminated) Measurement Point conversion during Hi8/standard 8 mm playback.
3-5. IR TRANSMITTER ADJUSTMENTS 2. IR Video Deviation Adjustment (MI-37 board) Mode VTR stop Adjust using a IR receiver jig (J-6082-383-A). Signal No signal Measurement Point VIDEO OUT terminal of IR receiver jig Switch setting: (Terminated at 75 Ω) LASER LINK ......ON (Red LED is lit) Measuring Instrument Oscilloscope 1.
3. IR Audio Deviation Adjustment (MI-37 board) Adjusting method: Select page: 0, address: 01, and set data: 01. Mode VTR stop Only for the TR model (Note), Select page: D, address: 20, set Signal Audio signal: data: 01, and press the PAUSE button of the adjustment remote 400 Hz, –7.5 dBs: Audio left and commander.
3-6. AUDIO SYSTEM ADJUSTMENTS 1. Hi8/standard 8 mm AFM BPF f Adjustment (VC-235 board) Sets the BPF passing frequency of IC5701 so that the AFM signal [Connecting the measuring instruments for the audio] can separate from the playback RF signal properly. If deviated. the Connect the audio system measuring instruments in addition to the mono/stereo mode will be differentiated incorrectly, and noises and video system measuring instruments as shown in Fig.
2. Hi8/standard 8 mm AFM 1.5 MHz Deviation 4. Digital8 Playback Level Check Adjustment (VC-235 board) Mode VTR playback Adjust to the optimum 1.5 MHz audio FM signal deviation. Signal Digital8 alignment tape: If the adjustment is not correct, its playback level will differ from For audio operation check that of other units.
7. Overall Noise Level Check Mode Camera recording and playback Signal No signal: Insert a shorting plug in the MIC jack Measurement Point Audio left or right terminal of A/V jack Measuring Instrument Audio level meter Specified Value Below –45 dBs (IHF-A filter ON, 20 kHz LPF ON) Checking Method: 1) Insert a shorting plug in the MIC jack.
2. Precautions Upon Using 5-4. SERVICE MODE the Adjustment Remote Commander Mishandling of the adjustment remote commander may erase the 4-1. ADJUSTMENT REMOTE COMMANDER correct adjustment data at times. To prevent this, it is recommended The adjustment remote commander is used for changing the that all adjustment data be noted down before beginning adjustments calculation coefficient in signal processing, EVR data, etc.
4-2. DATA PROCESS The calculation of the DDS display and the adjustment remote commander display data (hexadecimal notation) are required for obtaining the adjustment data of some adjustment items. In this case, after converting the hexadecimal notation to decimal notation, calculate and convert the result to hexadecimal notation, and use it as the adjustment data.
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4-3. SERVICE MODE 2. Emergence Memory Address 2-1. C Page Emergence Memory Address Additional note on adjustment Note: After the completion of the all adjustments, cancel the service Page C Address F4 to FF mode by either of the following ways. 1) After data on page: D and F is restored, unplug the main Address Contents...
2-2. F Page Emergence Memory Address 2-3. EMG Code (Emergency Code) Note 1: Emergence of PB mode only. Codes corresponding to the errors which occur are written in C page, addresses F4, F8 and FC (or F page, addresses 10, 14 and 18). The type of error indicated by the code are shown in the following Page F Address 10 to 1B...
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2-4. MSW Code • The lower parts of the data of C page, addresses F6, FA and FE (or F page, addresses 12, 16 and 1A) represent the MSW codes (mode switch mechanism position) when errors occurs. • The upper parts of the data of C page, addresses F6, FA and FE (or F page, addresses 12, 16 and 1A) represent, when the mechanism position is to be moved, the MSW codes at the start movement (when moving the loading motor).
3. Bit Value Discrimination Display on the Bit values Bit values must be discriminated using the display data of the adjustment bit3 bit2 bit1 bit0 adjustment remote commander for the following items. Us the table remote below to discriminate if the bit value is “1” or “0”. commander bit7 bit6...
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Ver. 1.1 2001. 01 6. Record of Use Check Page 2 Address A2 to AA Address Function Remarks Drum rotation Minute counted time Hour (L) 10th place digit and 1st place digit of counted time (decimal digit) (BCD code) Hour (H) 1000th place digit and 100th place digit of counted time (decimal digit) User initial power Year...
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8. Switch Check (2) Page 2 Address 60 to 66 Using method: 1) Select page: 2, address: 60 to 66. 2) By discriminating the display data, the pressed key can be discriminated. Address Data 00 to 0C 0D to 24 25 to 3F 40 to 5D 5E to 81...
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DCR-TRV120/TRV120E/TRV120P/TRV125E/ SECTION 5 TR8000E/TR8100E ADJUSTMENT • Main Point of Change PAGE Name of Adjustment Main Point of Change 1-5. LCD SYSTEM ADJUSTMENTS 5-29 3. VCO Adjustment Correction 5-30 5. Contrast Adjustment Correction 5-31 7. V-COM Adjustment Correction 3-2. SYSTEM CONTROL SYSTEM ADJUSTMENT 5-40 2-2.
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DCR-TRV120/TRV120E/TRV120P/TRV125E/ TR8000E/TR8100E 3-3. SERVO AND RF SYSTEM ADJUSTMENTS 6. PLL f & LPF f Final Adjustment (VC-235 board) (Service manual page 5-45) 2. PLL f & LPF f Pre-adjustment (VC-235 board) Mode VTR stop (Service manual page 5-43) Signal Arbitrary Mode VTR stop Measurement Point...
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DCR-TRV120/TRV120E/TRV120P/TRV125E/ TR8000E/TR8100E 4-3. SERVICE MODE 6. Record of Use Check (Service manual page 5-61) Page 2 Address A2 to AA Address Function Remarks Drum rotation Minute counted time Hour (L) 10th place digit and 1st place digit of counted time (decimal digit) (BCD code) Hour (H) 1000th place digit and 100th place digit of counted time (decimal digit)
DCR-TRV120/TRV120E/TRV120P/TRV125E/ SECTION 6 TR8000E/TR8100E REPAIR PARTS LIST 6-1. EXPLODED VIEWS & : Points added portion. NOTE: • Items marked “*” are not stocked since they are : Points changed portion. seldom required for routine service. Some delay should be anticipated when ordering these items. •...
DCR-TRV120/TRV120E/TRV120P/TRV125E/ TR8000E/TR8100E 6-2. ELECTRICAL PARTS LIST • Suffix No. of the board is changed Page Former Type (Suffix-11) New Type (Suffix-12) Ref. No. Part No. Description Remark Ref. No. Part No. Description Remark A-7074-268-A CF-69 BOARD, COMPLETE A-7074-268-A CF-69 BOARD, COMPLETE (TRV120/TRV120E/TRV120P/TRV125E) (TRV120/TRV120E/TRV120P/TRV125E) *********************...
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DCR-TRV120/TRV120E/TRV120P/TRV125E/ TR8000E/TR8100E SERVICE NOTE LCD TYPE CHECK (DCR-TRV120/ TRV120E/TRV120P/TRV125E) By measuring the resistor value between Pin 6 of CN5502 and Pin q; of CN5502 on PD-117/133 board, the type of LCD can be Volt ohm meter discriminated. PD-117/133 board Note 1: About PD-117/133 board and LCD module, discriminate LCD type on the machine, and replace the same type.
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DCR-TRV120/TRV120E/TRV120P/TRV125E/ TR8000E/TR8100E PD-133 (RGB LCD DRIVER, TIMING GENERATOR) SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM • See page 3 for PD-133 printed wiring board. • See page 9 for waveforms. PD-133 BOARD (1/2) (DCR-TRV120/TRV120E/TRV120P/TRV125E) RGB LCD DRIVER,TIMING GENERATOR -REF.NO.:40,000 SERIES- NO MARK:REC/PB MODE XX MARK:NO MOUNT L5504 10uH PANEL_13.3V...
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DCR-TRV120/TRV120E/TRV120P/TRV125E/ TR8000E/TR8100E PR-10000 (PANEL REVERSE SWITCH BLOCK), PD-133 (CG LCD DRIVER, BACK LIGHT) SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM • See page 3 for PD-133 printed wiring board. • See page 9 for waveforms. PD-133 BOARD (2/2) (DCR-TRV120/TRV120E/TRV120P/TRV125E) CG LCD DRIVER,BACK LIGHT XX MARK:NO MOUNT CN5701 -REF.NO.:40,000 SERIES- NO MARK:REC/PB MODE...