Pioneer RFD-1 AC3RF demodulator


Author: David Vincze (kamm at laserdisc dot hu).


Pioneer RFD-1 AC3RF demodulator

Not much text this time (maybe later). Just some hardware pr0n.

One thing to note is that it is very easy to "convert" this unit to different input voltages (100V / 120V / 220V / 240V) as it has a "universal" transformer.
Just connect "LIVE" to your preferred voltage by re-plugging the short jumper cable in the connector AKP7037 (See Fig. 20. right side - goes to CN10). Also see Fig. 21. and Fig. 22.
Basically it should be fine, but you can also replace the fuse to a 250V rated one if you "convert" from 100/120V to 220/240V "FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST RISK OF FIRE".

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Fig. 20. Pioneer RFD-1 photo #20.

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Fig. 21. Pioneer RFD-1 photo #21.

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Fig. 22. Pioneer RFD-1 photo #22.

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Fig. 28. Pioneer RFD-1 photo #28.