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As noted above, some of these have markings on them, but are packed in original otari factory packaging and have another part number written or tagged on the bag, so i have noted that, too. Full schematic diagrams and all complete exploded view drawings with complete parts lists are included. Otari mx5050 mkiii2, pro serviced 2 track open reel 14. A fairly good otari mx5050 mkiii2 two track at great price of 1560. How to calibrate an otari mx5050 biii2 for the tape of your choice. Otari mx5050 biii tape machine history of recording. Otari mtr15 manual mastering tape recorder hifi engine. The servodisc must be installed with proper clearance above the flux return plate and must be set with a feeler gauge or shim. Otari mx 5050 mkiii8 reeltoreel 8track recorder trim amp.
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The original otari mx5050 b ii2 factory instruction manual is supplied with the unit. If you want to join us and get repairing help please sign in or sign up by completing a simple electrical test. It has the same recording head as the mx 5050, which is superior to that of the 488 and 488 mkii. Otari mx5050 8shd reel to reel tape control 2cnannel rack. Another part of otaris continous technical support program for our products is the continous revision of manuals as equipment is improved or modified. Environmental testing applying heat and cold heat gunfreeze spray will often reveal thermally. Another part of otaris continuous technical support program for our products is. Visit us online for more information or to download service manuals today. Otari mx5050 bii problem not for the faint of heart. Otari mx5050 biii tape machineine message board otari mx5050 biii general discussion the mx5050 biii has long been the standard in 14 2 track analog recorders. Mx 80 mx 70 mtr 90 mtr 100 5050 series various mtr 10 12 mx 55. The owners manual is used as an reference guide, instruction manual and instruction book. The mx5050 biii has long been the standard in 14 twotrack analog recorders. This seemed to restore operation of the pitch control switch as indicated by the red led lighting up reliably, so i degaussed the tape path and prepared for alignment.
Service manuals, schematics, eproms for electrical technicians. The best, otari mx5050 bii recorderreproducer, page message board otari mx5050 general discussion the mx5050bii series recorders are professional quality twospeed audio tape recorderreproducers designed for optimum performance and long life. The otari is a really tough, rugged machine and will do everything you want in a deck, plus it sounds great, far better than the teac xr it replaced in my system. This otari mx5050 b2 hdwas donated to momsr by the hugh sparks estate go to the companys history no longer in collection as nonprofit was dissolved 123117. I inherited two otari mx5050 biihd machines and, instead of throwing them away immediately, i decided to bring them back to life out of purely sentimental reasons. On tapeheads forum, it was mention that mkiv is the industrial build, so most expensive and sturdy from all 5050 series. Otari mx5050 tape recorder repair at chicagos deltronics. The machine struggled to rewind a full tape but i finally got it off. View online or download otari mx5050 biii2 operation and maintenance manual. Pink floyd the wall sansui au 20000 mirage m1si loudspeakers thorens td 126 mkii duration. As you may know, the most important thing about buying an analog machine is the condition of the heads.
Otaris optional ec402 resolver is designed specifica. This otari mx5050 b2 hd was donated to momsr by the hugh sparks estate. Mx5050biii 2ch analog audio tape recorder otari, inc. Self test should always be done following any repair to ensure basic functionality. This website is not affiliated with or sponsored by otari. Otari 7500 2 track reel tape recorder no longer in the vintage recording collection.
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Self test alesis products that utilize microprocessor control contain built in test software which exercises many of the units primary circuit functions. We offer seven hours of 50 video segments via download about our collection and the history of magnetic recording available at this link order the video files on line was 14. So, i have the chance to pick up an otari mx5050 mkiii 12 8track tape deck. Otari mx5050 bii2 reel to reel 14 tape recorder servo pcb for parts only. From the early days of tape recorders, otari has recognized the importance of inhouse development and manufacture. Here is a list of free otari manuals and schematics. Doityourselfers note that pmw is not responsible for motor failure due to improper field installation of parts.
I have the otari model mx5050 bii2 that graced many a radio station and small studio. The mx5050bii was used in many radio and television facilities and is designed for 14 wide tape, 2 channel analog record and playback. Otaris audio and industrial products are highly esteemed by many professionals around the world. The service manual functions as a repair guide for troubleshooting and sometimes contains tips for refurbishing and modifications. The mx5050 biii has long been the standard in 14 2 track analog recorders. Unfollow otari mx5050 to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. The sm911 master tape that is shown in my photos is not included.
Specifications are based on tape speeds of 712 and 15 ips. Anyway, as expected, i was not able to fire them up right away, took some reading, research and doing. It is in great functioning shape with all service records, the remote, manuals, etc. Otari mx50 2 track reel tape recorder no longer in the vintage recording collection. The repair specialists at deltronics have to be more than just technicians they have to be grief counselors, father confessors and even detectives as well. I already have a teac 808 12 8track that ive used a lot and has served me well, but the otari seems like a step up. Pair otari nab kwoh hub adapters for ars mx55, mx5050 mtr10 reel to reel. Otari mx5050 bii recorderreproducer history of recording. Otari mx50 sm service manual download, schematics, eeprom. One of the reasons for such a high reputation is due to the magnetic heads manufactured by otari itself. Otari mx5050bii2 restored reeltoreel mastering recorder.
Otari reel tape recorders the museum of magnetic sound. Below you will found our manuals on the otari mx5050b mk2. That was the target market, while the technics was mainly for home use. Reel to reel tape recorder manufacturers otari, inc.
The otori mx 5050 is an 8 track cassette recorder that operates at 3. Referring to section 55 fuse replacement of the manual,expose the. Otari mx5050 b2hd or tandberg td20a 2channel home audio. View online or download otari mx5050 instruction manual. Giving the cards markings like mx5050 mkiii cpu card would have made too much sense, so otari gave them catchy names like pb9a870c. Stupid idea, i know, but i am no longer young and becoming nostalgic. Otari mx5050 mkiv2, 14 tape, 2 track for sale us audio mart.
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