Monday, March 10, 2014

All You Need To Know Pertaining Amplifier Repair

By Lisa Williamson


Your audio system will not be in a position to give out admirable sound if the amplification mechanism is faulty. An amp plays a very vital role in a given sound system where it raises an electrical signal to a level suitable for an output device such as a speaker or headsets. If you detect that your speaker is giving out a weaker sound than expected, then you are supposed to have the amp checked. Another situation where amplifier repair will be needed is when the output generated is distorted or not clear.

Normally, it is easy to troubleshoot amplification systems since most of them are constructed in a way that you can view all internal components and identify the faulty one. A number of steps are followed in accomplishing repair of an audio system. The first thing is to unplug the device from the wall and place it on a spacious table.

The covers of the device are removed through releasing the screws holding them in place. This enables the technician executing the task to be in a position to view all the components comprising the appliance. Before, sophisticated ways of troubleshooting are applied, the technician will use eyes to find out whether he can identify any burnt element.

With the help of the service manual provided to the consumer in the time of purchase, it is possible to identify all the power transistors. While the device is on, a multimeter is utilized in determining whether there is voltage on pins of these transistors. The repairer is supposed to look for the fuse and then check it for continuity upon finding it. A fuse with appropriate specifications is supposed to be used in replacing the one which has blown out.

Troubleshooting can proceed to other parts of the device if its power supply is fixed. A freezer will be used to look for presence of faulty components in the system. What happens is that all components are given a short burst and then the power put on. The last element to clear moisture is the one which is damaged.

When removing an element that is found to be spoiled, a heat gun is used to melt the solder holding it onto the board. After melting is achieved, a pliers is applied in pulling the pins from the PCB. It is required that you get the board out of its position so that you can access both sides. The holes left behind are cleaned with help of a solder wick.

The component removed is identified and replaced with the appropriate one as stated in the service manual. Then new element is supposed to be soldered in the same orientation and position as the earlier one. The repairer should be keen that he does not apply too much solder such that the pins short.

Testing begins with fitting the circuit board back to its place after replacing the spoiled element. The appliance is plugged onto power supply and its power button put on. Once the repairer is convinced that the system is back to its normal working, he will put off the power and then fasten the covers.




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