Technics DCC RS DC10 Digital Compact Cassette Repair. Serviced with new SMD Capacitors

[@buretehudesi]

I took out this boards from my dcc900 and the caps ware swollen. its been dead for 15 years but I occasionally used it as a dac. Now It might get alive again. Happy that I kept it.

[@nikolaos9906]

Thanks for the good information. I repaired CD player and cassette decks as a hobby. his few years I do not do that anymore. Greetings from Frankfurt

[@MichaelBeeny]

That music drove me nuts, I watched with the sound on mute 5 minuets in.

[@dependuroy4864]

I am a fan of these gadgets and I love them a lot.

[@raultech1975]

Nice work, I love this technology.

[@packratswhatif.3990]

Ahhh that lucky owner ..... brand new old stock .... and working !

[@jornsiemonsma1040]

This a next step in making it as original !

[@tmbaz66]

Good work, I suspect the condensers that have replaced the best of the capacitors in a constant quality sound sensitivity, forward in your interesting work Rolf

[@flyguy456thetechnicsking3]

Dear Dr.Dcc I have a Technics DCC Dc 10 and it plays but the volume is real low ...Help me please?

[@DRDCC]

For our fastest help forum.dccmuseum.com

[@nikolaos9906]

BRAVO VERY GOOD and professional WORK

[@ballyastrocade5672]

Whoa... I'm glad I re-watched the video before ordering the capacitors you have listed above -- those part numbers are for radial-lead THROUGH-HOLE capacitors, not SURFACE-MOUNT caps!

[@DRDCC]

Bally Astrocade That is what most people prefer. We only use smd now unless the board it damaged and you have to get creative.

[@ballyastrocade5672]

@@DRDCC Oh -- so there's really enough spare clearance around the caps to use through-hole parts instead? (I haven't opened my DC-10 up yet to look, but I kind of assumed the spacing would be too tight, or they'd've used through-hole parts in the first place.) I have access to an SMD rework station with desoldering "tweezers" to heat both SMD leads at the same time, so I don't mind working with surface-mount components, but if through-holes can be made to fit just as easily, then I withdraw the objection... :-)

[@DRDCC]

Bally Astrocade Yes they do fit. We used them on the first 100 machines or so. Now that we have better tools and understanding on how to remove the old smd (it is not simple as the acid leaking has glued them down), we switched a couple of years ago to smd.

[@Fluteboy]

The one thing that dissuaded me from getting a DCC deck was that they were so HUGE! Minidisc avoided that somehow!

[@IsThisRealLife23]

Great video. I have a couple questions about this model. What would the audio sound like on a normal cassette with this issue. I just acquired one of these and get a hint of audio on the L channel and a crunchy loud noise on the R, Could you advise the first step on diagnosing this? Or I send it to you. Lol

[@DRDCC]

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[@MegaDimoss]

Я смотрел и плакал!!! Зачем её разбирать то???)) я думал будет видео работы устройства

[@PhilipvanderMatten]

Mooie video weer. Bedankt Ralf!

[@sheriochoa4578]

Some of these capacitors look discontinued. Is there a substitute here in good old 2021?

[@zoltanhorvath7154]

A Technics egy nagyon jó márka és jó dogokat gyárt, nekem 1994 óta van erősítöm, cd lejátszó, deck, rádió tuner és a mai napig működik, ez az őrűlt mit akar be bizonyítani?

[@CerMond1]

хороший мастер. жалко далеко находитесь. Good craftsman. Too bad you are far away.

[@neilzhu1164]

Always enjoy watching your videos. My technics RS-DC10 don't have anologue output sound, in other words, it plays and records DCC tape fine but when play regular cassette, no sound output. Could it because of those leaky SMD capacitors problem? never replaced them. Much appreciated. Neil in DE, USA

[@DRDCC]

If the capacitors are still the original ones, analog cassette is usually the first problem that you would see. You have to stop using the Technics immediately to prevent further damage and replace the capacitors asap. For the fastest help forum.dccmuseum.com

[@neilchu1567]

@@DRDCC Thanks very much for the guidance. But if these capacitor are bad one which brings trouble in the future, what type of new capacitors should be used for replacement to avoid that from happening again? Thanks n regards. Technics first generation DCC deck user in DE, USA

[@DRDCC]

@@neilchu1567 The new capacitors do not have this problem. The smd capacitors used in the 90ies were the very first and mostly have gone bad .

[@HarunRashid-hr9rn]

@@DRDCC instead of smd capacitors can we use any other capacitors?? what capacitors have you used??

[@DRDCC]

@@HarunRashid-hr9rn Any capacitors will do (regular or smd). We use smd if we can to make it look original. In the video description there are the details. For further questions, please visit forum.dccmuseum.com so others can learn as well.

[@kenthsanz]

Dear Dr: I recently bought a DCC 900 which is in prestine condition and working but I`d rather replace the Capacitors to avoid damages. Would you please tell me what kind of chemical you are using to clean the circuits board in the utrasonic cleaner?. Greetings from Costa Rica.

[@DRDCC]

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[@HaiTran-eb3ce]

sir. all the parts you listed here. they are for thru-holes but in the video the capacitor no legs. please explain . thank you

[@DRDCC]

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[@seravenerdi]

is the transport direct drive capstan / reels or belt driven ?

[@DRDCC]

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[@edtv21]

Hello. So DCC not survive, is very interesting to see this pretty machine. Question: why replace the capacitors? Lifetime? Not used.

[@DRDCC]

The customer for this machine wanted to use it and that means that we had to change them. The acid from the capacitors even leak when you are not using it.

[@ProjectOverseer]

My high end Maranz DCC bought in 94 is still working beautifully. Tons of gleaming copper inside for shielding.

[@DRDCC]

Great quality by Marantz. Did you replace the capacitors?

[@ProjectOverseer]

@@DRDCC Its interesting you should ask as this was a concern considering its age. I've had it checked out just in case twice, and everything was either in spec or within spec. So, so far so good 👍

[@nikolaos9906]

what I do not understand why are the capacitors defective? that is not that old the device some devices work over 40 years

[@DRDCC]

Most devices that used SMD capacitors In the early 90ies, suffer from leakage. The first generation SMD capacitors were really bad, but they did not find out until 8-10 years later. For a lot of devices it does not matter that much when the capacitors die (you simply replace them when they do), but with dcc, the acid leaking can/will destroy also other components, potentially ending the life of the dcc player. That is why you would have to replace the SMD capacitors.

[@dandinhofer9240]

@@DRDCC i have this deck. are you accepting new work? Is so, I would like to inquire. Thanks.

[@DRDCC]

dan dinhofer Thanks for contacting us. Yes we do accept work and love to assist.

[@shaunpalmer5695]

DR DCC Hi where are you based , I have aTechnics Rd dc10 which will need capping m in the the uk

[@petervanhoutmodellingchann5304]

Is het nodig bij alle DCC900 decks om deze onderdelen te vervangen? ik ga op korte termijn een DCC900 deck bekijken, en heb alleen bespeelde compact cassettes, en de eigenaar heeft het deck uit erfenis verworven, en heeft geen bespeelde DCC tapes. Kan ik dan wel objectief testen?

[@DRDCC]

Peter van Hout Deze onderdelen moeten echt altijd vervangen worden. Als je dit niet wilt/van plan bent, zou ik het apparaat niet kopen. Zelfs als het werkt is het een kwestie van weken voordat de problemen beginnen. Gelijk doen dus!

[@modelmanmark]

Hi two of the 4.7uf 16v caps and one 2.2uf 35v don't show a polarity. Is there a reason for this? Many thnaks for the videos.

[@DRDCC]

modelmanmark That is correct. According the service manual they need to be non polar.

[@modelmanmark]

Many thanks, that answers the question. One final question what temp to you get best results with using a hot air station?

[@gsmd770]

I remember I was in the U.S. Army when the DCC came out. I saw it in the PX,but it just never interested me? I had a great Yamaha cassette deck. I'm a hi-fi freak,but for reason this thing just never caught fire with me?! When the MD deck dropped I grabbed that! I still have my Technics SJ MD150.

[@E-StudiosEU]

I really hope I can fix mine, the board has a lot of oxidation and loose pcb traces near the caps... especially the big ones. So i managed to solder the 68uf ones back using the "shielding" the negative part of the board as spots. but also got a small one that has both traces gone it just fell of the pcb when tapped it with my soldering iron... The reason I hope is because maybe something else has just been oxidation and not able to find out where the issue is. I cannot use a sonic bath so what is your best advice? i did soak it in 99% cleaning alcohol and use a brush to brush off all nasty stuff (alcohol went from transparent to brown). And maybe clean it with water and soap later on? (i hear a lot of people do a last clean with water and dish soap). I still need to receive some capacitors so i hope it works after replacing them.

[@DRDCC]

E-Studios Clean water with a bit of soap if fine as well. Just make sure you dry it completely.

[@E-StudiosEU]

@@DRDCC Is there a way to contact you? I'am from the Netherlands. Seems like mine broke down and probably need a new / replacement board. the traces were so much oxidized i had to reposition the capacitors and not sure if something else shorted because of the bad oxidized traces. i checked and double checked and after trying to play a tape a lil bit of smoke came of the board were the head is connected and stopped giving sound. it looks like 2 or 3 small smd resistors went up in smoke. near the blue bigger one on the side where the 68uf caps are. So i have a feeling i need a new board or someone who can fix it.

[@DRDCC]

E-Studios Hi, a new board, almost means a new mechanism. You might be better of finding a donor. We can be contacted at [e-mail]

[@brianpouliot3666]

Do you have a fixed rate that you charge for this service, or is it just your time plus materials? Also, would a reconditioning include replacing the belt(s)?

[@DRDCC]

Hi. You can contact us at [e-mail] or visit dccmuseum.com regarding service of any player.

[@HaiTran-eb3ce]

Hey Dr I have a question on the other video. But after watching this video. My DC-10 is low on audio output( I see the Vu meter low. Also, I hook it with speaker too.) my question is do I have to replace the capacitor on the audio board or read and write Or all of them. ? Would you give the hint on the capacitor, please. Size and type. Thank.you

[@DRDCC]

Hai Tran You can see te values in the description of this video. For more assistance visit forum.dccmuseum.com

[@HaiTran-eb3ce]

DR DCC Do you sell the set capacitor to replace all these? In the description listed 4 links. I do not know which one I need to correct one, I am not technical but I can solder. I bought this by accident but I want to fix it and see how is DCC is. Thank you, sir.

[@DRDCC]

Hai Tran Yes we do. We only sell parts to patreons of the dcc museum.You can join at www.patreon.com/dccmuseum

[@HaiTran-eb3ce]

@@DRDCC ok sir. I am joining the dccmuseum now. please let me know how can purchase all capacitor needed to repair my Technics RS-10 as the same in this video. 2,2µF/35V/BP - 1 - Nichicon UMP1V2R2MDD 4,7µF/16V/BP - 2 - Nichicon UMP1C4R7MDD 10µF/16V - 9 - Nichicon UMV1C100MFD 22µF/6V3 - 1 - Nichicon UMV0J220MFD 68µF/10V - 4 - Panasonic EEA-GA1A680 thank you

[@DRDCC]

@@HaiTran-eb3ce Thanks. I have just send you a message via e-mail

[@perrygaliany2587]

Hello everyone.. I have 2 DCC RS DC-10 recorders I have had it for more than 20 years. More than a month ago, the tape recorders recognized all the tapes I use, but there is no sound. All the commands in both work perfectly, but there is no audio. When putting play, the tape runs without problems but the VU Levels do not mark because there is no audio. The problem that I mention, is it fixable? I appreciate what you can help me with. Regards.. Perry Galiany

[@DRDCC]

I have just send you a message. Happy to help.

[@modelmanmark]

Could you kindly list which caps go on which circuit board numbers? IE C197 = which capacitor Many thanks for the great video.

[@DRDCC]

modelmanmark There is a list of capacitors needed in the description of this video.

[@modelmanmark]

@@DRDCC Sorry I meant which capacitor goes on which PCB position. If you can't supply this information do I need the workshop manual? Many thanks.

[@DRDCC]

modelmanmark you can download the service manual from the museum’s website.

[@frezara34]

Love it😍

[@Fahrradkanal]

Hello Dr DCC, have a DCC 900, as I see it in this video, it is identical to the DCC RS DC10. I think my device has the same problems with the capacitors. Would you exchange the capacitors for me? I would remove the two boards myself. This way, the whole device would not have to be shipped. Actually, I would change the capacitors myself, but unfortunately I don't have that much SMD soldering experience and I don't have such a steady hand anymore. I would be very happy to receive a positive reply, Greetings from a DCC fan in Germany

[@arthurhenning7867]

Hello I have a Technics RS-DC10 in its Original Box may need to have it's smd capacitors replaced. I need the Head Ribbin as it operates no sound and Output Lights not showing Audio

[@DRDCC]

If it produces no sound it is 99% certain the caps have failed.

[@wadebradley7388]

Hi. You've answered me before. Is there a way I can get in touch with you directly? Do you havea business. Or a email address. I need to know exactly what parts I need to order to fix one of my doc decks. I have another one I partly disassembled. I would be happy to donate it to you. If you have a way. For me to get these pics and other info to you. I will do this. I bought both of my Phillips brand new In 1998. Thanks..

[@DRDCC]

WADE BRADLEY [e-mail]

[@tyoung3455]

My unit displays "INI ERROR" do you know what that could be? It is a RS-DC10.

[@DRDCC]

T Young Hi can you ask this question at at forum.dccmuseum.com ? That way others can learn from this as well. Thx.

[@wadebradley7388]

I do have both remotes as well.

[@harrylacarogna65]

Master Dcc!

[@DariuszNawrat]

How old is this deck? It looks like brand new equipment made in this year.

[@DRDCC]

Dariusz Nawrat It is from 1992 but was still unopened.

[@DariuszNawrat]

@@DRDCC Wow. 26 years in box. That's incredible.

[@tmbaz66]

@@DariuszNawrat hi way that's incredible I have nakamichi more than 30 years old in the original box not used

[@tmbaz66]

@80s Guy hi nakamichi 600 black

[@tmbaz66]

@80s Guy like this model kzbin.info/www/bejne/rZ3Ykn9peN-XrJo

[@technics-n-thuiast8346]

My question is why not powering it up and see if it worked before doing anything to it? I know capacitors would go bad after just sitting but perhaps these were still ok if never been used. Thanks for the video, great info on dcc's :)

[@DRDCC]

Bojan Bijelic Great question. The reason is to protect the circuit board and head. The leaking capacitors can cause 8V short circuit and it will damage the head permanently. That is why we never turn it on before. Believe me, we are always tempted lol.

[@technics-n-thuiast8346]

DR DCC sounds like a valid reason 😉👍🏻

[@dependuroy4864]

May I get a job at ur place sir . So I can view and feel my favourite machines

[@Frankenbear1]

How much does it cost for an Phillips DCC 900?...Send it from Germany!...

[@DRDCC]

Hi, contact us at dccmuseum.com

[@technics-n-thuiast8346]

That was a great work. I have a Technics RS-DC8 that needs a service. Would you be interested working on it?

[@DRDCC]

Sure. You contact us at [e-mail]

[@harrystevens3885]

Sorry but the "music" drove me away after three minuets.

[@gman5218]

If you can't deal with music you dislike for a couple of minutes you have issues.i didn't care for it much but I'm not here for the background music . What would you do if a song came on the radio at work, supermarket... walk out ? 😂😂😂

[@harrystevens3885]

@@gman5218 Supermarket low level music is just that and can be ignored and shop workers do complain about it . A lot different to concentrating on a interesting YT video and having it infested with very loud over the top music that irritates, why so many do it I don't know, looking at other comments it seems I am not the only one with this view.

[@pinky-qn1wp]

super)

[@MrTopsoil911]

Ok now need to find the cash to buy all that high price equip!!!. Not really worth repairing any cassete deck. Obsolete!! Im a repair tech i use standard 60 watt iron,desolder pump and multimeter and repaired tons of my customers electronics. But alway pass up decks as it time consuming not worth my time parts & labour. As i charge $20-100 cdn and they pick up within 2 days max

[@adrianb5858]

PLEASE SCRAP THE CRAP BACKGROUND MUSIC. ...PLEASE.

[@Rickard7034]

Nice video and good work, but why the annoying crappy music in the background?

[@aladdin-sad-1234]

Junk