Hifi €NGINEé For more Hi-Fi manuals and set-up information please visit www.hifiengine.comOPERATING INSTRUCTIONS & SERVICE MANUAL SOLID-STATE STEREO AMPLIFIER SANSUI AU-555A Sansui. SANSUI ELECTRIC COMPANY LIMITEDThank you for selecting the sansui AU-555A Solid State Stereo Control Amplifier, upgraded model of the AU-555, featuring the refined dull black panels and the exclusive Triple Tone Controls. We sincerely feel that you've made the best choice possible in the compact size and medium power amplifier field. In design, appearance and preformance, the AU-555A draws heavily on the careful engineering that has made Sansui’s larger AU-amplifiers favorites among stereo enthusiasts throughout the world. Like every Sansui audio component, the model AU-555A was inspect- ed and certified to be in perfect operating condition before leav- ing our factory. This manual has been prepared to help you keep it that way by covering the correct procedures for installation, connecting com- ponents and operating controls. For years of trouble-free stereo enjoyment, please read it carefully before operating the ampifier. CONTENTS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS SWITCHES AND CONTROLS .... OPERATIONS . —SPEAKER CONNECTIONS —RECORD PLAYING OPERATIONS... voc ttttttttteeeteees 8B —RADIO RECEPTIONS —TAPE PLAYING ELECTRONIC CROSSOVER SYSTEM. ..... seve 9,10 MAINTENANCE . . SPECIFICATIONS / ACCESSORIES... CHARACTERISTICS .........0- SERVICE MANUAL TROUBLESHOOTING CHART . . DISASSEMBLY PROCEDURE, / Test POIN ALIGNMENT .... BLOCK DIAGRAM.. PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARDS A\ TS LIS’ o 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 OTHER PARTS ‘AND THEIR POSITION ON CHASSIS.SWITCHES AND CONTROLS Bass Control ‘The BASS control is used to boost or to cut the low-end response, according to your taste, spea: ker response and listening conditions. With the BASS control in the mid-position (marked 0), the bass tone will sound exactly as recorded or broad- cast. To increase the intensity of the bass tones, turn the BASS control clockwise. To decrease the bass loudness, turn the BASS control coun- terclockwise, Treble Control ‘he TREBLE control does for the high frequen. cies what the BASS control does for the lows. To increase the intensity of the treble tones, turn the TREBLE control clockwise. ‘To decrease the treble loudness, turn the TREBLE control coun- terclockwise. Midrange Control ‘The MIDRANGE control does for the midrange what the BASS control does for the lows. To increase the intensity of the midrange tones, turn the MIDRANGE control clockwise. To decrease the midrange loudness, turn the MIDRANGE control counterclockwise. Power Indicator ‘The power indicator glows when the POWER switch is pushed on. ‘The indicator lamp remains lit while the amplifier is on. Power Switch Power is applied to the amplifier when the POWER switch is pushed. To turn off, push the POWER switch again, The rear AC outlet marked SWITCHED is controlled by this switeh, Headphones Jack Plug in a headset for private listening or moni- toring. The PHONES jack will accept any stand- ard stereo phono plug but a dynamic headset is Balance Control This control is used to adjust for equal sound levels from both left and right channels. ‘To in- crease the sound level on the right and decrease the left, turn the control clockwise. To increase recommended, the sound level on the left and decrease the right, turn the control counterclockwise Speaker Selector Switches These switch enables you to choose between one set of speakers (“A” system) and another set (“B” system), which may be installed in the same room. Loudness Switch This switch is used to compensate for the natural hearing deficiency of the human ear in the extreme bass and treble ranges at low listening levels. When this switch is on, it converts the VOLUME control to a loudness compensated control. Switch it on to listen at low volume or in another part of the house. For private listening with headphones, set both switches to the OFF position. Low Filter Switch ‘The LOW FILTER is used to reduce turntable ramble or other low-frequency noises. levels High Filter Switch ‘This FILTER is used to reduce record scratch, tape hiss or other high-frequency noises. Volume Control ‘The VOLUME control adjusts the over-all sound level of both channels. turn the control clockwise. To increase the volume, Selector Switch This switch selects from among the various pro- gram sources connected to the input jacks on the rear panel of the amplifier. Below are the switch positions and their functions: PHONO 1~Selects a record player connected to the PHONO 1 inputs on the rear panel. PHONO 2~Selects a record player connected to the PHONO 2 inputs on the rear panel. TUNER—Selects a tuner, or MPX adaptor con: nected to the TUNER inputs on the rear panel. AUX—Selects a tuner, MPX adaptor or other components connected to the AUX inputs on the rear panel Tape Monitor Switch This switch enables you to compare the recorded tape with the original program. When the switch is in the PLAYBACK position, the recorded tape is heard from the loudspeakers. ‘The moni toring process is only possible with a three-head tape machine. IMPORTANT: When not in use, make sure the switch is in the SOURCE position. Mode Switch STEREO—Use this position for all stereo pro- grams, MONO—Use this position for all monophonic programs right input or the L+R program to both speak ers. This position connects the left orOPERATIONS —— SPEAKER CONNECTIONS —— RECORD PLAYING ac SPEAKER CONNECTIONS Two sets of any 4- to 16-ohm speakers can be used with the AU-535A. One set may be installed as the main system, the other may be installed in any room in the house. Both systems are controlled by the SPEAKER selector switches on the front panel of the amplifier. Connection No more than 34-inch of insulation should be re- moved from the end of a speaker cable, since any greater length of exposed wire is likely to cause shorts at the terminals on the rear of the amplifier. All wire strands should be tightly twisted. As il- lustrated on the opposite page push the jack button down and hold with one hand, insert the end wires of the speaker cable into the hole with the other hand, and release the button, One Speaker System To connect the main set of speakers (SYSTEM-A) to the amplifier: 1. Connect the (+) terminals of the speaker on your left (as viewed from the listening position) to the LEFT SYSTEM-A (+) terminal on the rear of the amplifier. 2. Connect the lead from the common speaker ter- minal (marked —, C, G ete.) to the LEFT SYS- ‘TEM-A (—) terminal on the rear of the amplifier. 3. Connect the (+) terminal of the right speaker to the RIGHT SYSTEM-A (+) terminal on the rear of the amplifier. 4. Connect the lead from the common speaker ter- minal (marked —, C, G etc.) to the RIGHT SYS- TEM-A (—) terminal on the rear of the amplifier. 5. Turn on the SPEAKER A switch. Additional Speakers If you wish to connect another set of speakers in the same room or remotely, you can connect such speakers to the SPEAKER SYSTEM-B terminals of each channel as indicated in the preceding sec- tion. In this case, turn on the SPEAKER B switch. Important: If you want to use two stereo pairs of speaker systems at the same time, their imped- ance must be more than 8 ohms each. When one pair of 4-ohm speaker systems are connected to the SYSTEM A terminals and the other pair of 4-ohm speaker systems to the SYSTEM B taps, never use them simultaneously with both SPEAKER switches on, RECORD PLAYING Record Player Connections ‘The AU-555A has two sets of PHONO inputs to accomodate a pair of players or pickup arms. To connect a record player to the amplifier, proce- ed as follows: 1. Connect the left channel output of the record player to the LEFT PHONO 1 (or PHONO 2) input jack on the rear of the amplifier. 2. Connect the right channel output of the record player to the RIGHT PHONO 1 (or PHONO 2) input jack. 3. Ifa monophonic player or turntable is used, it may be connected to either LEFT or RIGHT PHONO input jack. NOTE: A record player with a constant amplitude cartridge such as crystal or ceramic is not recom- mended for use with the AU-5S5A from a stand- point of tone quality. If such a player must be used, connect the output of the player to the AUX input jack on the rear of the amplifier. Operation 1. Turn the SELECTOR switch to PHONO 1 or PHONO 2, depending on the turntable you wish to hear. 2, Set the MODE switch to STEREO If a mono- phonic turntable is used, set the MODE switch to MONO. 3. Switch the turntable ON, and select the correct speed for the record to be the played. 4. Place the needle on the record, When mono- phonic records are played on a stereo player, follow the same procedures as for stereophonic records for better results.—_—_—_ See 5, Adjust the BALANCE control to obtain equal sound from both right and left channels. 6. Use all other controls and switches according to personal taste and listening conditions. Humming and Howling Care must be taken never to place a record player ‘on or too near a speaker enclosure, Otherwise the vibration of the speaker enclosure is transmitted to CONNECTING 10 SPERKER TERMINALS 9000 Ce) LEFT CHANNEL —— RIGHT CHANNEL (GopPER PLATE Pry UNDER cRouNd| RECORD PLAYER RIGHT SPEAKER the player and causes howling. It is best to keep these components completely separated, but if this is impossible, to place a thick cushion between them Humming is a phenomenon caused by incomplete or incorrect player-amplifier connections. if this occurs, check to make sure that all connections are complete and that the connecting wire is sufficient- ly thick, SYSTEM-B LEFT SPEAKER TO RECORD PLAYER POWER FUSE PM CONNECTOROPERATIONS —— RADIO RECEPTIONS ~— TAPE PLAYING RADIO RECEPTIONS Tuner Connections a. Stereo Tuner—Connect the left channel output of a stereo tuner to the left channel TUNER or AUX input, and the right channel outpat to the right channel TUNER or AUX input. b. Monophonic Tuner—Connect the outjut of monophonic tuner to either right or left cha TUNER (or AUX) input. c. FM Tuner with FM-MPX Adaptor—Connect the output of an FM tuner to the input of an FM- MPX adaptor. ‘The outputs of the adaptor should be connected in the same manner as a stereo tuner. nel Operation Stereo Tuner 1, Turn the SELEC ‘OR switch to TUNER or t the MODE switch to STEREO. 3. Select the station desired with the tuning dial. 4, Use all other controls and switches according to taste and listening conditions. Monophonic Tuner 1. Turn the SI TOR switch to TUNER or AUX. 2. Set the MODE switch to MONO. 3. Select the station desired with the tuning dial. 4. Use all other controls and switches according to taste and listening conditions. FM Tuner with FM-MPX adaptor 1, Turn the SELECTOR switch to TUNER or AUX. 2, Set the MODE switch to STEREO. 3. Select the station desired with the tuning dial. 4, Set the FM-MPX adaptor to STEREO. 5. Use all other amplifier controls and switches ac- cording to taste and listening conditions. NOTE: Before connecting and operating the tuner and FM-MPX adaptor, be sure to look up the man- ufacturer’s information. TAPE PLAYING Tape Decks Both DIN plug and pin jack tape decks can be con- nected to record from, and playback through, the amplifier. When a 3-head tape deck with separate recording and playback heads is used, the quality of tape recordings made from the amplifier can be compared with the source material while itis being recorded. Connection DIN plug tape deck—Plug into the TAPE RECORDER socket on the rear panel of the ampli- fier. Pin-jack tape deck—Connect the left channel recording input of the tape deck to the LEFT REC jack and the right channel recording inpat to the RIGHT REC jack. Connect the left channel play- back output of the tape deck to the LI PLAY jack and the right channel playback output to the RIGHT PLAY jack. Recording 1, Turn the SE source to be recorded. 2. If a stereo tape deck is used, set the MODE switch to STEREO. If a mono tape recorder is used, set the MODE switch to MONO. 3. Switch the tape deck ON and set its controls for recording operation. 4, Use all other controls and switcnes as appropri- ate, Playback 1, Turn the TAPE MONITOR switch to PLAY- BACK. 2, Switch the tape deck ON and set its controls for playback operation 3. Use all other controls and switches of the amp- lifier according to taste and listening condi TOR switch to the programee SSSSsSsSsSSsSSess posi. Monitoring To monitor, proceed in the same manner as indi: cated in th section entitled ‘Playback’. NOTE: 1, Tape recorded sound cannot be controlled by the switches and controls on the front panel of the amplifier. They control sound from the speakers 2, When the TAPE MONITOR switch is not in Grounoina Wi COPPER PLATE BURIED UNDERGROUND, MPX ADAPTOR MONO TUNER use, make sure the switch is in the SOURCE tior 3 onl: 4 tape decks recording heads. ade pe decks referred to in this section i those with built-in playback preamplifiers. pe monitoring is possible only with 3-head those with separate playback and EFT CHANNEL, RIGHT CHANNEL, TOTUNER OR MPx ADAPTORELECTRONIC CROSSOVER SYSTEM Pre-and Main Amplifiers The AU-555A’s pre- and main amplifier sections can be used independently. To use in this manner, remove the PM connectors from the jacks marked PRE OUTPUT and MAIN INPUT on the rear of the amplifier. An additional main amplifier can then be connected to the PRE OUTPUT and an addi- tional pre-amplifier to the MAIN INPUT, When the additional pre-amplifier is connected, only the SPEAKER switches is usable on the front panel of the AU-585A. Thus, tone and volume should be ad- justed by means of corresponding controls on the additional pre-amplifier. When an additional main amplifier is connected, all the controls andl switch on the front panel of the AU-555A are usable, PM Connectors ‘The PM connectors hook up the PRE OUTPUT and MAIN INPUT terminals on the rear panel of the amplifier so that the pre- and main amplifiers can be used individually and separately. When the PM connectors are removed, the pre- and main amplifier circuits are opened. They should not be removed except when connecting additional pre- and/or main amplifiers for an electronic crossover system. Refer to the section titled PRE-AND MAIN AMPLIFIERS. Warning: Be sure to push the POWER switch OFF before removing the PM connectors. oe Co us ed Electronic Crossover System The electronic crossover system is said to be the best hi-fi sound reproduction method available, featuring the following advantages: 1, Since the tweeters, midranges and woofers have their own amplifier, any speakers of different ii pedance and efficiency can he used for stereo rangement. 2. This system has better filter char the conventional LC crossover network. You can determine the optimum crossover points for the speakers used. there is no component between the ampli- fier and speaker, the damping factor of the amplifier is not affected and it is directly coupled to the speaker 4. This system allows use of the power amplifiers effectively and efficiently. For instance, a big-power amplifier can be used for woofers, and ones with good characteristics for midranges and tweeters, You can select the amplifiers suitable for each of the woofers, midranges and tweeters ‘The AU-555A’s preamp and main amplifier sections can he used separately by simply removing a pair of connectors from the PRE OUTPUT and MAIN INPUT jacks on the rear panel. This feature en- ables you to use the AU-585A asa component of an Electronic Crossover System. cteristics thanAN EXAMPLE OF CONNEC- TIONS FOR ELECTRONIC CROSSOVER SYSTEM COPPER PLATE BURIED UNDERGROUND POWER AMP FOR WOOFER. 10 LEFT CHANNEL RIGHT CHANNEL WALL OUTLET PREoUTPUT main iNeuT SS POWER AMP TO RECORD PLAYERMAINTENANCE Wire Connections When connecting tape machines, record players or other components to the AU shielded wire. The use of an ordinary cord or vinyl wire may cause humming and buzzing. The length of the shielded wire should be shorter than 5 feet. Be sure that all lead wires between the amplifier and components are properly connected. If the con- nections are loose or in touch with other parts, the amplifier will not function properly, may pickup noise, and even breakdown over a period of time. Also, be sure to read the manufacturer's instruc- tions for any component before connecting it to the AU-555A. 555A, be sure to use The shielded wire is made up for use as illustrated below: Phasing ‘The right and left speakers must be properly phased, The speakers for the two channels must push the sound wave out together. If one pushes while the other pulls, there is sound cancellation at some frequencies or in some listening locations, Incorrect phasing is evidenced by loss of bass when you are listening to a monophonic record on a stereo record player at a point midway be. tween the two speaker systems. If incorrect, reverse the speaker connections (+ and —) of either speaker Where to Place Since transistors are extremely susceptible to heat, the AU-555A has been designed to diffuse heat through the top and rear of its case. Therefore, special consideration should be given to where it will be used before not be operated in a place where it is exposed directly to the sun, near radiators or other heat- generating sources, and it should never be mounted in an air-tight cabinet. Finally nothing should be placed on top of it. ‘stem, nstalling the system. It should Grounding ‘Connect one end of vinyl or enameled wire to the terminal screw marked GND on the rear of the amplifier, attach a copper plate to the other end, and bury it underground. AC Outlets Two AC outlets have been provided on the rear panel of the amplifier to serve as power supply sources for tape decks, record players or other components used with the AU-555A. The upper outlet_ marked SWITCHED is con- trolled by the POW- ER switch on the front panel of the amplifier.—__ eee Power Fuse Should the amplifier fail to operate and the power indicator fail to light up when the POWER switch is turned on, the probable cause is either a power stoppage or a blown fuse, To check, remove the ‘AU-555A’s power supply cord from its outlet, turn the fuse holder on the rear panel counterclockwise, and remove the fuse. If it is blown, replace it with a new glass-tubed fuse of the same capacity (L00~ 127V—2 220~250V—1.5A) after determining and eliminating the trouble source that caused the fuse to blow. Using wire or a fuse of a different capacity as a stop-gap measure is dangerous and should be avoided. Pernt eet Quick-Acting Fuses If, after the POWER switch is pushed on and the power indicator lights up, neither channel operates or only one operates normally, is either because one or both quick-acting fuses have blown. In this case, remove the line cord from its a.c. outlet and remove the bottom plate from the chassis to check to see if the fuses are blown. If the fuses are faulty, replace them with identical 2A fuses (supplied) after finding and eliminating the source of trouble that caused them to blow. The trouble is probably by short at the output circuit or excessive input fed into the input circuit, Poltage Adjustment To reach the voltage selector, remove the two serews from the nameplate on the rear panel and then remove the nameplate. The voltage selector makes it possible to operate the AU-555A at the correct voltage in any area, The voltage has been pre-adjusted at the factory, but can by easily read- justed as follows: STEP I Set arrow of main voltage selector plug to required voltage: 100, 110, 117, 127, 220, 230, 240 or 250 volts. STEP II If numerals of voltage are printed in red, set arrow of adjacent sub V.S. plug to position marked red. If they are printed in white, set arrow to position marked white, STEP IIL The power fuse should also be changed whenever the AC line voltage is changed. For 100- 127 volt operation a 2 ampere fuse is required, For 250 volt operation the fuse should be changed 5 ampere unit, toa NOTE: The voltage selector can be used to elimi- nate the trouble caused by the considerable voltage fluctuation. In this case, it should be set to the peak voltage. 230V(1.5A) poe: 4 240V(1.5A) Poe Ae 250V(1-5A) 127V@A)SPECIFICATIONS / ACCESSORIES POWER AMPLIFIER SECTION POWER OUTPUT: MUSIC POWER (IHF): 85W at 4 ohms load 60W at 8 ohms load CONTINUOUS POWER: 33/33W at 4 ohms load 25/25W at 8 ohms load TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION less than 0.5% at rated output INTERMODULATION DISTORTION: (60He: 7,000Hz=4:1 SMPTE method) less than 0.596 at rated output POWER BANDWIDTH (IHF): 20 to 40,000H2 FREQUENCY RESPONSE: (at normal listening le 20 to 40,000H2 £148 CHANNEL SEPARATION: (ct 1,000Hz rated output) better than 6048 HUM and NOISE (IHF): better than 10048 INPUT SENSITIVITY: 1¥ for rated output INPUT IMPEDANCE: 100k ohms LOAD IMPEDANCE. 4 t0 16 ohms DAMPING FACTOR: $0 at 8 ohms lood PRE-AMPLIFIER SECTION !) OUTPUT VOLTAGE MAXIMUM OUTPUT VOLTAGE: 5v RATED OUTPUT VOLTAGE: Vv. TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION: less thon 0.1% ot rated output voltage FREQUENCY RESPONSE: 20 to 30,000Hz +1dB CHANNEL SEPARATION: (at 1,000Hz rated output volt 90) botter than 4546 better than 5038, PHONO-1 and 2: TUNER and AUX: HUM and NOISE (IHF): PHONO-1 and 2: TUNER and AUX: INPUT SENSITIVITY: better than 70d8 better than 8048 PHONO-1 and 2: 2mV (50k ohms) TUNER: 180mV (50k ohms) AUX: 18OmV (50k ohms) TAPE PLAY (pin): 180mV (50k ohms) TAPE RECORDER (DIN): 180mV (50k ohms) RECORDING OUTPUT: (ot 1,000Hs rated input vol oe) TAPE REC (pin): 180mv ‘TAPE RECORDER (DIN): 30mV EQUALIZER PHONO: RIAA NF type CONTROLS: BASS: +12d8~—12d8 ot 30He MIDRANGE: + SéB~— dB ot 1,500Hz TREBLE: +10dB~—10d8 ot 15,000Hz LOUDNESS: +848 at 50Hz, +348 at 10,000H2 (volume control ot —30d8) ‘SWITCHES: LOW FILTER: —8d8 ot SOH: HIGH FILTER: =748 at 10,000H2 MODE: STEREO, MONO TAPE MONITOR: SOURCE, PLAYBACK SELECTOR: PHONO-2, PHONO-1, TUNER, AUX SPEAKER: AB ON, OFF SEMICONDUCTORS: TRANSISTORS: 23 DIODES: 2 POWER REQUIREMENTS: POWER VOLTAGE: 100, 110, 117, 127, 220, 230 240,250 50/60Hz POWER CONSUMPTION: 130VA (max. signal) DIMENSIONS: 15%" (395mm)W,5"(127mm)H, 108% "(278mm)D WEIGHT: 17.6 lbs. (Bko) “Al rights reserve specications subject to change without notice, ACCESSORIES LIST 1, OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS AND SERVICE MANUAL .. 2. OPERATING SHEET 3. PIN-PLUGS . - 4. BUTTERFLY BOLTS. ... 5. WASHERS.. . 6. POLISHING CLOTH. 7. QUICK ACTING FUSES (2A) . VeDyaseCHARACTERISTICS & oad music POWER Ineuremany neu Ourureet tose ParateRC en |) —14— ‘TONE CONTROL Low/HIGH FILTER FREQUENCY theTROUBLESHOOTING CHART The troubleshooting charts in this manual help you isolate the cause of the trouble to a particular unit or part. If you can identify the nature of the trouble with that in these charts and can find the part number in the column under the CHECK POINT, look up the PARTS LIST on page 20~26. Following each part number in the PARTS LIST are number-letter combinations indicating the position of the part on the circuit diagram and the printed circuit sheet. These co-ordinate numbers and letters appear along the outer edge of the circuit diagram and the printed circuit sheet diagram in this manual. ‘The numbers run from top to bottom and the letters from left to right. Finally, repair or replace the defective part. In some instances, the amplifier which is operating satisfactorily develops hum or noise as listed on this page. In this case, eliminate the trouble source as indicated in the column under WHAT TO DO. If you are confronted with a trouble not covered here or if you have any questions concerning the operation and maintenance of this amplifier, please contact our Customer Service Department. If the amplifier is operating satisfactorily, the trouble components. may be attributed to the following: 3. Improper positioning of the components such as 1. Incorrect connections to or loose terminal contact speakers and record player. with the speakers, record player, tape recorder or 4. Defective component or copomnents connected to deck, line cord ete. the amplifier. 2, Incorrect operation of the amplifier and/or other he next step to do is listed below: PROGRAM EROGRA SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE WHAT To DO Tuner Noise is heard continuous- | * Discharge or oscillation * Attach a noise limiter to the elect ly or intermittently at a caused by electrical appli cal appliance that causes the noise, | particular time of aday or ances, such as fluorescent oF attach it othe tier / ina certain area, lamp, TV set, a.c. motor, e said electrical applian | rectifier, oscillator ete Keep the said electrical appliance well away from the tuner. | * Insufficient antenna input or reception in fringe area Install_an outdoor antenna and ground the amp to raise the signal: * Wave interference tomnoise ratio, * Natural phenomena, such as * If the noise occurs at a certain fre- atmospherics, statics, strays quency, attach a wave trap to the and thunderbolt ANT input. * Reverse the power cord plug-recep- tacle connections. During AM reception, * Field intensity of AM sig- * Reset AM antenna for better recep: noise is heard ata partic: | nals tion, ular time of a day, ina * Ground the amp, or reverse the power | egrain area or over part cord plug-receptacle connections. High-frequency noise is | * Beat interference, ie., in- * The noise caused by beat interfer. heard during AM recep: teraction of two stations ence cannot_be completely. elimi- tion, closely spaced nated, Bat it is advisable to tum * a the TREBLE control to the minimum TY get close to the audio counterclockwise position and turn system ‘on the HIGH filter. * Keep the TV set well away from on the audio system, —16—SE PROGRAM SOURCE SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE WHAT To DO Record player, tape recorder Or deck ‘Common to all program sources Noise during FM reception | * Poor noise limiter effect or too low SIN ratio due to insufficient antenna input Note: FM reception is affected considerably by the condi tions of transmission by stations: power and antenna efficiency. As a result, you may receive one station quite well while having difficulty in receiving another station Noise is, heard suddenly * Ignition noise caused by during FM reception starting of an automobile engine Noise is heard during FM * The service area of FM stereo reception while stereo broadcast is only half being not heard during FM as much as that of the FM Record player placed direct- ly on the speaker box Hum or howling * Connecting wire not shield- ed * Loose terminal contact * Connecting cord too close to the power cord, fluorescent lamp or other electrical ap- pliances * Nearby amateur radio sta- tion or TV transmission antenna Surface noise * Worn or old record * Worn or dusty pickup | needle. * Improper needle pressure The BALANCE control is * The BALANCE control is not at the midpoint when | not always set to the mid- equal sound comes from point depending the source left and right channel. | materials. Install the antenna for maximum signal strength, If this does not prove effective, use an outdoor antenna designed exclu- sively for FM. When you make use of an existing TY antenna for this purpose, attach a divider to prevent interaction. Note that excessively long antenna may rather cause a noise. Keep the antenna and its lead. wire well away from the road side Or raise the antenna input as de- seribed above. Install the antenna for maximum antenna input. Turn on the HIGH filter andjor turn the TREBLE control to the minimum counterclockwise position. Put a cushion between record player and speaker box or keep them away from each other. Use shielded cord. Switch on, the LOW filter and/or turn the BASS control from midpoint to left. Make connecting cord as short as possible. Connect cord tightly at terminals. Keep connecting cord well away from them Consult the nearest Radio Regula- tory Bureau. Turn the TREBLE control properly from mid-point to left and/or switch on the HIGH filter. Adjust the needle pressure Proper balance exists when the sound seem to originate at a point midway between the speakers. —16 —DISASSEMBLY PROCEDURE/TEST POINT REMOVING THE FRONT PANEL, WOOD CASE AND BOTTOM PLATEALIGNMENT MAIN-AMP SECTION OUTPUT ADJUSTMENT MAIN-AMP SECTION CURRENT ADJUSTMENT CONNECTIONS AMMETER] CONNECTIONS sTeP NNECTION |__REMARKs step] (ETE | NECTION | REMARKS 1. | Set VOLUME control to | Oscillator required: 1 | Remove Fie: and Fos | Ammeter minimum, oscillation frequency required: of 20 to 20,000 Hz 2. | Set oscillator to 1,000Hz | and output voltage and connect it to AUX of of more — than channel L 200m 3. | Set SELECTOR switch to | When measuring, AUX BALANCE. controi to mid-position, 4. | Connect a 8:ohm (or 16- TAPE" MONITOR ohm) load resistor (mini- switch to SOURCF, ‘mum rating of 50 watts) to MODE switch “to SYSTEM A LEFT speak- STEREO, TONE, er terminal controls to 0 and other accessor 5. | Tun SPEAKER A switch | switches to Ol | ON. | position. 6. | Connect oxtilosope to | speaker terminal 7. | Turn POWER switch ON: turn VOLUME control clockwise little by. little; and check output at speak: er terminal by using ‘oscilloscope 8. | Adjust VRau 0 that both crests of output wave form |_ are clipped. For channel R, follow same procedure as above. In Step 8 adjust VRsie for clipped crests of output wave. Set VRas and VRyu | 100mA or to minimum counter: | 50mA range clockwise position. 3. | Turn POWER switch | i ON: | 4. Seto | Set_ammeter in place | Be sure to of Fuss. Connect its ® | turn [range. | terminal to B,, and its | POWER | © terminal to By in | switch on schematic diagram. and then connect am- 5. | Turn VRais and adjust | meter current to 20mA, Turn POWER switch OFF and reset Foss t0 its original position Setto | Turn POWER switch 100mA — ONand get ammeter in range, _ place of Pas. Connect its @ terminal to B,, and its © terminal By in schematic diagram. 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