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Tape deck power issue

Amkdl

Mar 24, 2021
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Hi,

I have no real electronics experience, but recently changed the belts on an Aiwa 450F tape deck. It seemed relatively straight forward, but now there is no power when i turn on.

What could i have done and how do i fix it please?
 

Harald Kapp

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Check any cables and connectors for correct fit.
 

Harald Kapp

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You checked the fuses?
Do you have a meter to measure voltages?
 

Martaine2005

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I would suggest taking it a part again to re-trace your steps.
Check connectors orientation and that they are seated correctly.
This is obviously no coincidence.

Martin
 

Amkdl

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Hi I dont have a meter to check sorry. I have also taken the main internal cassette player section out which holds the belts and replaced, plus checked all connectors orientation - all seems fine. Could I have damaged the mother board somehow? Maybe frazzled it somehow?
 

Martaine2005

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Highly unlikely the board got damaged.
Possibly a wire or connection broke while taking it apart.
Unfortunately, you will need a multimeter or some kind of continuity tester to check.

Martin
 

Amkdl

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Thanks Martin. Using a tester is outside my skillset! Guess my only option is to sell on ebay as spares!
 

Martaine2005

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Well, you can sell it with ‘new’ belts fitted. :)
Shame really.

Martin
 
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