Panasonic AG-DVC180BMC, Service Manual

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INF-5
3. MANUAL TAPE EJECT (EMERGENCY EJECT)
When the tape cannot be ejected by normal operation because of trouble in the electrical system or mechanical
system, the tape can be removed from the unit manually by using the following method.
NOTE: By below indicated method, the unit will not take up tape slack. Be careful when removing the tape from
Cassette Holder.
1. Unscrew the screw (A) and open the cassette cover as shown in figure.
2. Supply 4.5 Volts using 3 AA batteries in series to unload the posts using the motor.
3. Stop supplying the power when the tape is ejected and remove the tape from Cassette Holder.
<How to rolls up tape>
Be sure to take up the tape slack so that tape does not become damaged.
1. Remove the Mechanism Unit.
2. Supply 4.5 Volts to unload the posts using the motor.
3. Stop supplying the power at unloading complete position.
NOTE: If power is supplied too long, then the Cassette tape will be ejected prematurely.
4. Turn the Gear of Supply Reel as shown in figure, and this will take up the slack in the tape.
5. Supply 4.5 Volts again to eject the tape using the motor and remove the tape from Cassette Holder.
(B)
(A)
LOADING MOTOR
UNLOADING ............ A: +4.5V B: GND
LOADING ................. A: GND B: +4.5V
Turn this Gear with the tip of
a tweezers.
(Bottom side of Mechanism)
SCREW (A)