Panasonic SA-PM3E, Service Manual

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Note: Micro-processor firmware version refers to version No. (Eg.MS079_12) for micro-processor IC.
It is subject to change which would update accordingly.
- Rom correction checksum refers to the hex code that is display upon
key buttons pressed if an EEPROM is loaded in the unit. (Main P.C.B)
8.1.3. CD to Tape Recording Inspection
Purpose : To check the recording function from CD to Tape.
Below is the procedures for this mode.
Procedure :
Step 1: Enter into Doctor mode (Refer section 8.1
Special Mode Table )
Step 2: Insert CDT-018 (Ensure TOC is completed) to CD unit before proceeding.
Step 3: Press [4] button on remote control. Enter into CD to Tape Test mode. (During this mode, volume
is set to [VOLUME 50], Bass & Treble is set to 0dB & EQ is switch off).
Note : When in CD to Tape Recording Test mode, the following process is perform :
a) Deck will rewind to start point (point at the start of recording) & Stop.
b) Recording begins (at constant analogue recording speed) for 3 seconds & Stop.
- However, “Error” would be display if there is no tracks to access to, no
tape inserted, no test CD inserted or when the tape erasure prevention
tab for FWD side is not suitable for recording.
- When in this mode, if button is pressed the process will
stops automatically.
8.1.4. Tape Recording and Playing
Purpose : To check the Tape function.
Assuming the recording to TAPE has been done in test 3, only playing TAPE is made.
Below is the procedures for this mode.
Procedure :
Step 1: Enter into Doctor mode (Refer section 8.1
Special Mode Table )
Step 2: Press [5] button on remote control. Enter into Tape recording Test mode. (During this mode,
Tape function is set to automatically, volume is set to [VOLUME 50], Bass & Treble is set to 0dB & EQ is
switch off).
Step 3: FWD play is made for 3 seconds after setting the above-mentioned, TAPE is stopped 3 seconds
later. Tape should open.
Note : When in CD to Tape Recording Test mode, the following process is perform :
a) If the erasure prevention tab for FWD side the tape is broken, it is judged as an error and the
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