First of all, on this mechanism you will need to replace the clutch gear as a minimum, just replacing the belt won't fix it. See post #17 on this...
Want to add 3 more items on this list, which although not as common can be causes of increased W&F: 8. Too high takeup torque: this can cause the...
Panasonic RQ-X series These mechanisms are different than RQ-S or RQ-SX series, not sharing anything in common with them. Repair and maintenance...
In regard to RQ-X units, that clutch retainer indeed does crack, as it can be seen in picture attached in first post. However, unlike RQ-SX units...
Don't know if there is a correlation between the star and type of head used. What I can tell for sure is the pointy head was also used in DC2s...
In many portable devices there's only so much space for capacitors, hence why electrolytics may not be a suitable option despite having some...
In regard to polishing the head, recommend using cotton swabs (those used to clean ears) cut in half since those typically have finer texture than...
Would add a 4th point: check the leaf switches. On these models there can be situations where these swtiches need sanding to have a good connection.
1 & 7. Post some pictures of the remote. It must have a seam where it has clips, it's unlikely the entire assembly was molded and can't be opened....
Unfortunately no, the DD33 button is unique to the DD33. The internal green part of the button is compatible between all DDs (in the sense it will...
There's no trick to install that carriage spring apart from being patient and using a 90 degree tweezers. Another option is to glue the spring to...
Want to update this thread, as in the meantime I serviced this TPS-L2 myself. Problem turned out to be a broken clutch gear, issue which was...
I'm not familiar with this particular walkman, but mechanism is AR90 used in all Panasonic RQ-S, some RQ-SX and even DCC portables. Generally...
Wow&flutter of 0.5% WRMS is high. While it can still be acceptable with some kinds of music, it will be audible during passages with a bit longer...
Glad to hear you got to the last step ! For current measurement, you need to put the multimeter in series with the motor. See picture attached,...
Do you get a resistance reading between the white and red wires ? Try to rotate the back plate with brushes and see if in a different position the...
For most music genres out there, indeed you won't notice the difference between 0.2% and 0.3% WRMS, the value at which it becomes really...
Most of the capacitors operate at a voltage of 1.1V, so any rating of 2V or higher is just fine. Main concern here is the dimension not the...
The W&F result is good in my opinion, especially considering there was nothing done apart from swapping the belt. In regard to the belt's impact...
Am talking about the gear not being totally flipped, because it can be installed on both sides of the metal disc but only one side is correct.
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