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Betamax Deck Capstan Problems
I made this video on Youtube a long time ago. I still haven't fixed this player, but I do heavily suspect capacitor problems. I have an oscilloscope since when this was filmed, and I might try and take another stab at this.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sSBMHBs0-GQ |
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The direct-drive motor is a glorified stepper motor. Have you checked the part of the circuit that "rotates" among the coils? It could be looking for a missing pulse from the control head that would regulate the servo that tells it "how fast".
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I do hope you get it going again buddy!! -- I hear BETAMAX looks/sounds even better than VHS (Which sounds/looks excellent (Especially in SP mode))
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I never thought of that! Good idea, I will check that.
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Look for surface mount electrolytics that have leaked their electrolyte on the motor PC board. These can cause the foil to be eaten away causing many problems. It has been a common problem for a while.
Once repaired, those slim Beta machines are real workhorses! Also, look for open electrolytics in the power supply. |
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