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SERVICE MANUAL
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
No. 82859
March 2001
This service manual is printed on 100% recycled paper.
COPYRIGHT © 2001 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD.
HR-S3910U, HR-S5910U
Regarding service information other than these sections, refer to the HR-S3900U service manual (No. 82848).
Also, be sure to note important safety precautions provided in the service manual.
SPECIFICATIONS (The specifications shown pertain specifically to the model HR-S3900U/S3910U/S5900U/S5910U)
TV CH +
T
V
V
O
L
­
TV CH ­
TV
V
O
L
+
TV
CANCEL
TIMER
START
STOP
DATE
PLAY
REW
REC
STOP
SHUTTLE
PLUS
PAUSE
FF
MEN
U
OK
CH
POWER
TV/VCR
C.RESET
DBS
DAILY(M-F)
AUX
WEEKLY
PROG
CHECK
PROG
SP/EP
SKIP SEARCH
DISPLAY
A. MONITOR
CABLE/
DBS
123
45
6
7
89
0
2
4
1
3
EXPRESS PROGRAMMING
MULTI BRAND
REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
MBR SET
A/B
VIDEO (MONO)L--AUDIO--R
S VIDEO
A.DUB
S-VHS ET
FF
REW
POWER
SP
EP
VCR
REC
PAUSE
STOP/EJECT
PLAY
­
+
CH­ /+
PUSH / TURN
INSERT
24HR QUICK
PROGRAM
REC LINK
GENERAL
Power requirement
: AC 120 V` , 60 Hz
Power consumption
Power on
: 20 W
Power off
: 2.5 W
Temperature
Operating
: 5°C to 40°C (41°F to 104°F)
Storage
: ­20°C to 60°C (­4°F to140°F)
Operating position
: Horizontal only
Dimensions (W x H x D) : 400 x 94 x 283 mm
Weight
: 3.3 kg
Format
: S-VHS/VHS NTSC standard
Maximum recording time
SP
: 210 min. with ST-210 video cassette
EP
: 630 min. with ST-210 video cassette
VIDEO/AUDIO
Signal system
: NTSC-type color signal and EIA
monochrome signal, 525 lines/60 fields
Recording/
Playback system
: DA-4 (Double Azimuth) head helical
scan system
Signal-to-noise ratio
: 45 dB
Horizontal resolution
VHS
: 230 lines
S-VHS
: 400 lines
Frequency range
Normal audio
: 70 Hz to 10,000 Hz
Hi-Fi audio
: 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz
Input/Output
: RCA connectors (IN x 2, OUT x 1)
S-video connectors
For HR-S5900U/5910U:(IN x 2, OUT x 1)
For HR-S3900U/3910U:(IN x 1, OUT x 1)
TUNER
Tuning system
: Frequency-synthesized tuner
Channel coverage
VHF
: Channels 2­13
UHF
: Channels 14­69
CATV
: 113 Channels
RF output
: Channel 3 or 4 (switchable;
preset to Channel 3 when
shipped) 75 ohms,
unbalanced
TIMER
Clock reference
: Quartz
Program capacity
: 1-year programmable timer/
8 programs
Memory backup for timer is not supported.
ACCESSORIES
Provided accessories
: Infrared remote control unit,
"AA" battery x 2,
S-video cable (4-pin),
RF cable (F-type)
Specifications shown are for SP mode unless specified
otherwise.
E. & O.E. Design and specifications subject to change without
notice.


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Printed in Japan
JVC SERVICE & ENGINEERING COMPANY OF AMERICA
DIVISION OF JVC AMERICAS CORP.
Head office
East Coast
Midwest
West Coast
Atlanta
Hawaii
:
:
:
:
:
:
1700 Valley Road Wayne, New Jersey 07470-9976
10 New Maple Avenue Pine Brook, New Jersey 07058-9641
705 Enterprise Street Aurora, Illinois 60504-8149
5665 Corporate Avenue Cypress, California 90630-0024
1500 Lakes Parkway Lawrenceville, Georgia 30043-5857
2969 Mapunapuna Place Honolulu, Hawaii 96819-2040
(973)315-5000
(973)396-1000
(630)851-7855
(714)229-8011
(770)339-2582
(808)833-5828
JVC CANADA INC.
Head office
Montreal
Vancouver
:
:
:
21 Finchdene Square Scarborough, Ontario M1X 1A7
16800 Rte Trans-Canadienne, Kirkland, Quebec H9H 5G7
13040 Worster Court Richmond, B.C. V6V 2B3
(416)293-1311
(514)871-1311
(604)270-1311
MODEL
HR-S3900U
HR-S3910U
HR-S3910U(C)
ITEM
FRONT PANEL color
BLACK
PURE SILVER
[HR-S3910U/U(C)]
The following table indicate main different points between models HR-S3900U,HR-S3910U and HR-S3910U(C).
REF.
MODEL
HR-S3900U
HR-S3910U
HR-S3910U(C)
!
NO
ITEM
301
PACKING CASE
LP30899-001B
LP30899-005B
! 310
INST BOOK(FR)
--
--
LPT0503-002A
316
WARRANTY CARD
--
--
BT-52004-1
317
REGIST.CARD
BT-51020-2
--
319
SER.NET CARD
--
--
BT-20071B
PACKING AND ACCESSORY ASSEMBLY <M1>
[HR-S3910U/U(C)]
The following table indicate different parts number between models HR-S3900U,HR-S3910U and HR-S3910U(C).
MODEL
HR-S3900U
HR-S5910U
HR-S5910U(C)
ITEM
FRONT PANEL color
BLACK
PURE SILVER
[HR-S5910U/U(C)]
The following table indicate main different points between models HR-S5900U,HR-S5910U and HR-S5910U(C).
REF.
MODEL
HR-S3900U
HR-S3910U
HR-S3910U(C)
!
NO
ITEM
! 501
FRONT PANEL ASSY
LP10289-063D
LP10289-068B
501A
CASSETTE DOOR
LP20868-035A
LP20868-039A
501C
DISPLAY WINDOE
LP20869-093A
LP20869-0A2A
501D
ORNAMENT
LP21014-001C
LP21014-002A
! 502
TOP COVER
LP10013-021D
LP10013-045A
503
SCREW,X2 TOP COVER(SIDE)
QYTDSF3010M
QYTDSF3010R
529
KNOB ASSY
LP30954-001A
LP30954-002A
FINAL ASSEMBLY <M2>
[HR-S5910U/U(C)]
The following table indicate different parts number between models HR-S5900U,HR-S5910U and HR-S5910U(C).
PACKING AND ACCESSORY ASSEMBLY <M1>
REF.
MODEL
HR-S5900U
HR-S5910U
HR-S5910U(C)
!
NO
ITEM
301
PACKING CASE
LP30899-001B
LP30899-005B
! 310
INST BOOK(FR)
--
--
LPT0503-002A
316
WARRANTY CARD
--
--
BT-52004-1
317
REGIST.CARD
BT-51020-2
--
319
SER.NET CARD
--
--
BT-20071B
Notes : Mark -- is not used.
Mark
is same as left.
(Sanwa)-V14S1/S15
HR-S3910U/U(C), HR-S5910U/U(C)
FINAL ASSEMBLY <M2>
REF.
MODEL
HR-S5900U
HR-S5910U
HR-S5910U(C)
!
NO
ITEM
! 501
FRONT PANEL ASSY
LP10289-062C
LP10289-069B
501A
CASSETTE DOOR
LP20868-005A
LP20868-039A
501C
DISPLAY WINDOE
LP20869-092A
LP20869-0A3A
501D
ORNAMENT
LP21014-001C
LP21014-002A
! 502
TOP COVER
LP10013-021D
LP10013-045A
503
SCREW,X2 TOP COVER(SIDE)
QYTDSF3010M
QYTDSF3010R
529
KNOB ASSY
LP30954-001A
LP30954-002A


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SERVICE MANUAL
No. 82848
March 2001
HR-S3900U/U(C), HR-S5900U/U(C)
SPECIFICATIONS (The specifications shown pertain specifically to the model HR-S3900U/S3910U/S5900U/S5910U)
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
Printed in Japan
This service manual is printed on 100% recycled paper.
COPYRIGHT © 2001 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD.
HR-S3900U/S5900U
No.
82848
JVC SERVICE & ENGINEERING COMPANY OF AMERICA
DIVISION OF JVC AMERICAS CORP.
Head office
East Coast
Midwest
West Coast
Atlanta
Hawaii
:
:
:
:
:
:
1700 Valley Road Wayne, New Jersey 07470-9976
10 New Maple Avenue Pine Brook, New Jersey 07058-9641
705 Enterprise Street Aurora, Illinois 60504-8149
5665 Corporate Avenue Cypress, California 90630-0024
1500 Lakes Parkway Lawrenceville, Georgia 30043-5857
2969 Mapunapuna Place Honolulu, Hawaii 96819-2040
(973)315-5000
(973)396-1000
(630)851-7855
(714)229-8011
(770)339-2582
(808)833-5828
JVC CANADA INC.
Head office
Montreal
Vancouver
:
:
:
21 Finchdene Square Scarborough, Ontario M1X 1A7
16800 Rte Trans-Canadienne, Kirkland, Quebec H9H 5G7
13040 Worster Court Richmond, B.C. V6V 2B3
(416)293-1311
(514)871-1311
(604)270-1311
S40895-03
TV CH +
T
V
V
O
L
­
TV CH ­
TV
V
O
L
+
TV
CANCEL
TIMER
START
STOP
DATE
PLAY
REW
REC
STOP
SHUTTLE
PLUS
PAUSE
FF
MEN
U
OK
CH
POWER
TV/VCR
C.RESET
DBS
DAILY(M-F)
AUX
WEEKLY
PROG
CHECK
PROG
SP/EP
SKIP SEARCH
DISPLAY
A. MONITOR
CABLE/
DBS
123
45
6
7
89
0
2
4
1
3
EXPRESS PROGRAMMING
MULTI BRAND
REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
MBR SET
A/B
VIDEO (MONO)L--AUDIO--R
S VIDEO
A.DUB
S-VHS ET
FF
REW
POWER
SP
EP
VCR
REC
PAUSE
STOP/EJECT
PLAY
­
+
CH­ /+
PUSH / TURN
INSERT
24HR QUICK
PROGRAM
REC LINK
GENERAL
Power requirement
: AC 120 V` , 60 Hz
Power consumption
Power on
: 20 W
Power off
: 2.5 W
Temperature
Operating
: 5°C to 40°C (41°F to 104°F)
Storage
: ­20°C to 60°C (­4°F to140°F)
Operating position
: Horizontal only
Dimensions (W x H x D) : 400 x 94 x 283 mm
Weight
: 3.3 kg
Format
: S-VHS/VHS NTSC standard
Maximum recording time
SP
: 210 min. with ST-210 video cassette
EP
: 630 min. with ST-210 video cassette
VIDEO/AUDIO
Signal system
: NTSC-type color signal and EIA
monochrome signal, 525 lines/60 fields
Recording/
Playback system
: DA-4 (Double Azimuth) head helical
scan system
Signal-to-noise ratio
: 45 dB
Horizontal resolution
VHS
: 230 lines
S-VHS
: 400 lines
Frequency range
Normal audio
: 70 Hz to 10,000 Hz
Hi-Fi audio
: 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz
Input/Output
: RCA connectors (IN x 2, OUT x 1)
S-video connectors
For HR-S5900U/5910U: (IN x 2, OUT x 1)
For HR-S3900U/3910U: (IN x 1, OUT x 1)
TUNER
Tuning system
: Frequency-synthesized tuner
Channel coverage
VHF
: Channels 2­13
UHF
: Channels 14­69
CATV
: 113 Channels
RF output
: Channel 3 or 4 (switchable; preset
to Channel 3 when shipped) 75
ohms, unbalanced
TIMER
Clock reference
: Quartz
Program capacity
: 1-year programmable timer/
8 programs
Memory backup for timer is not supported.
ACCESSORIES
Provided accessories
: Infrared remote control unit, "AA"
battery x 2,
S-video cable (4-pin),
RF cable (F-type)
Specifications shown are for SP mode unless specified otherwise.
E. & O.E. Design and specifications subject to change without notice.


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HR-S3900U/U(C)
HR-S5900U
HR-S5900U(C)
FLYING ERASE HEAD
NOT USED
USED
USED
INSERT/OPERATION
NOT USED
USED
USED
AUDIO DUBBING/OPERATION
NOT USED
USED
USED
REC RESUME
NOT USED
NOT USED
USED
FRONT SOVIDEO INPUT TERMINAL
NOT USED
USED
USED
3. ELECTRICAL ADJUSTMENT
3.1 Precaution ............................................................................ 3-1
3.1.1 Required test equipments ............................................... 3-1
3.1.2 Required adjustment tools .............................................. 3-1
3.1.3 Color (colour) bar signal,Color (colour) bar pattern .......... 3-1
3.1.4 Switch settings and standard precautions ...................... 3-1
3.1.5 EVR Adjustment .............................................................. 3-1
3.2 Servo circuit ............................................................................ 3-2
3.2.1 Switching point ................................................................ 3-2
3.2.2 Slow tracking preset ........................................................ 3-2
3.3 Video circuit .......................................................................... 3-2
3.3.1 D/A level .......................................................................... 3-2
3.3.2 EE Y/PB Y (S-VHS/VHS) level .......................................... 3-2
3.3.3 REC color (colour) level ................................................... 3-3
3.3.4 Video EQ (Frequency response) ...................................... 3-3
3.3.5 Auto picture initial setting ................................................ 3-4
3.4 Audio circuit .......................................................................... 3-4
3.4.1 Audio REC FM ................................................................. 3-4
3.5 Demodulator circuit .............................................................. 3-4
3.5.1 Input level ........................................................................ 3-4
3.5.2 Stereo VCO ..................................................................... 3-5
3.5.3 Stereo filter ...................................................................... 3-5
3.5.4 Separation - 1 .................................................................. 3-5
3.5.5 Separation - 2 .................................................................. 3-5
3.5.6 SAP VCO ......................................................................... 3-6
4. CHARTS AND DIAGRAMS
NOTES OF SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM ............................................ 4-1
CIRCUIT BOARD NOTES ............................................................. 4-2
4.1 BOARD INTERCONNECTIONS ............................................ 4-3
4.2 MAIN (VIDEO/AUDIO) SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM ................... 4-5
4.3 MAIN (S-SUB) SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM ............................... 4-7
4.4 MAIN (SYSCON) SCHEMATIC DIAGAM .............................. 4-9
4.5 MAIN (SW.REG) SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM .......................... 4-11
4.6 MAIN (TUNER/DEMOD) SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM ............. 4-13
4.7 MAIN (FRONT) AND ADV. JOG SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS 4-15
4.8 MAIN (TERMINAL) SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM ...................... 4-17
4.9 MAIN (BS CONNECTION), S-JACK, R.PAUSE AND C.BOX CTL
SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS .......................................................... 4-19
4.10 2D DIGITAL SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM ............................... 4-21
4.11 DEMODULATOR SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM ...................... 4-23
4.12 MAIN, R.PAUSE AND C.BOX CTL CIRCUIT BOARDS .... 4-25
4.13 2D DIGITAL AND DEMODULATOR CIRCUIT BOARDS .. 4-28
4.14 REMOTE CONTROLLER SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM .......... 4-29
4.15 FDP GRID ASSIGNMENT AND ANODE CONNECTION .. 4-30
4.16 WAVEFORMS .................................................................. 4-31
4.17 VOLTAGE CHARTS .......................................................... 4-33
4.18 CPU PIN FUNCTION ........................................................ 4-34
4.19 SYSTEM CONTROL BLOCK DIAGRAM .......................... 4-35
4.20 VIDEO BLOCK DIAGRAM ............................................... 4-37
4.21 AUDIO BLOCK DIAGRAM ............................................... 4-41
5. PARTS LIST
5.1 PACKING AND ACCESSORY ASSEMBLY <M1> ................ 5-1
5.2 FINAL ASSEMBLY <M2> .................................................... 5-2
5.3 MECHANISM ASSEMBLY <M4> ....................................... 5-4
5.4 ELECTRICAL PARTS LIST .................................................... 5-6
MAIN BOARD ASSEMBLY <03> .............................................. 5-6
2D DIGITAL BOARD ASSEMBLY <05> .................................. 5-12
A/C HEAD BOARD ASSEMBLY <12> ..................................... 5-13
DEMOD BOARD ASSEMBLY <14> ........................................ 5-13
S JACK BOARD ASSEMBLY(S5900U/U(C))<36> .................... 5-13
ADV.JOG BOARD ASSEMBLY <38> ...................................... 5-13
LOADING MOTOR BOARD ASSEMBLY <55> ....................... 5-14
R.PAUSE BOARD ASSEMBLY <91> ....................................... 5-14
C.BOX BOARD ASSEMBLY <92> ........................................... 5-14
Important Safety Precautions
INSTRUCTIONS
1. DISASSEMBLY
1.1 Disassembly flow chart ........................................................ 1-1
1.2 How to read the disassembly and assembly ........................ 1-1
1.3 Disassembly/assembly method ........................................... 1-1
1.4 Service position .................................................................... 1-4
1.4.1 How to set the "Service position" .................................. 1-4
1.5 Mechanism service mode .................................................... 1-4
1.5.1 How to set the "Mechanism service mode" .................. 1-4
1.6 Jig RCU mode ....................................................................... 1-4
1.6.1 Setting the Jig RCU mode ............................................... 1-4
1.6.2 Setting the User RCU mode ............................................ 1-4
1.7 Emergency display function ................................................. 1-5
1.7.1 Displaying the EMG information ..................................... 1-5
1.7.2 Clearing the EMG history ................................................ 1-5
1.7.3 EMG content description ................................................ 1-6
1.7.4 EMG detail information <1> ............................................ 1-7
1.7.5 EMG detail information <2> ............................................ 1-8
2. MECHANISM ADJUSTMENT
2.1 Before starting repair and adjustment ................................... 2-1
2.1.1 Precautions ...................................................................... 2-1
2.1.2 Checking for proper mechanical operations .................... 2-1
2.1.3 Manually removing the cassette tape ............................. 2-1
2.1.4 Jigs and tools required for adjustment ............................ 2-2
2.1.5 Maintenance and inspection ........................................... 2-3
2.2 Replacement of major parts ................................................. 2-6
2.2.1 Before starting disassembling (Phase matching between
mechanical parts) ............................................................ 2-6
2.2.2 How to set the "Mechanism assembling mode" ........... 2-6
2.2.3 Cassette holder assembly ............................................... 2-6
2.2.4 Pinch roller arm assembly ............................................... 2-8
2.2.5 Guide arm assembly and press lever assembly .............. 2-8
2.2.6 A/C head .......................................................................... 2-8
2.2.7 Loading motor ................................................................. 2-8
2.2.8 Capstan motor ................................................................. 2-9
2.2.9 Pole base assembly (supply or take-up side) ................... 2-9
2.2.10 Rotary encoder ........................................................... 2-10
2.2.11 Clutch unit ................................................................... 2-10
2.2.12 Change lever assembly, direct gear, clutch gear and
coupling gear .............................................................. 2-10
2.2.13 Link lever .................................................................... 2-11
2.2.14 Cassette gear, control cam and worm gear ................ 2-11
2.2.15 Control plate ............................................................... 2-11
2.2.16 Loading arm gear (supply or take-up side) and
loading arm gear shaft ................................................ 2-12
2.2.17 Take-up lever, take-up head and control plate guide ... 2-13
2.2.18 Capstan brake assembly ............................................. 2-13
2.2.19 Sub brake assembly (take-up side) ............................. 2-13
2.2.20 Main brake assembly (take-up side), reel disk (take-up side) and
main brake assembly (supply side) ............................................ 2-13
2.2.21 Tension brake assembly, reel disk (supply side) and
tension arm assembly ................................................. 2-14
2.2.22 Idler lever, idler arm assembly .................................... 2-14
2.2.23 Stator assembly .......................................................... 2-14
2.2.24 Rotor assembly ........................................................... 2-14
2.2.25 Upper drum assembly ................................................ 2-15
2.3 Compatibility adjustment .................................................... 2-16
2.3.1 FM waveform linearity .................................................. 2-16
2.3.2 Height and tilt of the A/C head ...................................... 2-17
2.3.3 A/C head phase (X-value) ............................................... 2-17
2.3.4 Standard tracking preset ............................................... 2-18
2.3.5 Tension pole position ..................................................... 2-18
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section
Title
Page
Section
Title
Page
The following table lists the differing points between Models ( HR-S3900U/U(C), HR-S5900U and HR-S5900U(C) ) in this series.


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Important Safety Precautions
Prior to shipment from the factory, JVC products are strictly inspected to conform with the recognized product safety and electrical codes of the
countries in which they are to be sold. However, in order to maintain such compliance, it is equally important to implement the following precautions
when a set is being serviced.
Fig.1
1. Locations requiring special caution are denoted by labels and in-
scriptions on the cabinet, chassis and certain parts of the product.
When performing service, be sure to read and comply with these
and other cautionary notices appearing in the operation and serv-
ice manuals.
2. Parts identified by the
! symbol and shaded (
) parts are
critical for safety.
Replace only with specified part numbers.
Note: Parts in this category also include those specified to com-
ply with X-ray emission standards for products using
cathode ray tubes and those specified for compliance
with various regulations regarding spurious radiation
emission.
3. Fuse replacement caution notice.
Caution for continued protection against fire hazard.
Replace only with same type and rated fuse(s) as specified.
4. Use specified internal wiring. Note especially:
1) Wires covered with PVC tubing
2) Double insulated wires
3) High voltage leads
5. Use specified insulating materials for hazardous live parts. Note
especially:
1) Insulation Tape
3) Spacers
5) Barrier
2) PVC tubing
4) Insulation sheets for transistors
6. When replacing AC primary side components (transformers, power
cords, noise blocking capacitors, etc.) wrap ends of wires securely
about the terminals before soldering.
Power cord
Fig.2
10. Also check areas surrounding repaired locations.
11. Products using cathode ray tubes (CRTs)
In regard to such products, the cathode ray tubes themselves, the
high voltage circuits, and related circuits are specified for compli-
ance with recognized codes pertaining to X-ray emission.
Consequently, when servicing these products, replace the cath-
ode ray tubes and other parts with only the specified parts. Under
no circumstances attempt to modify these circuits.
Unauthorized modification can increase the high voltage value and
cause X-ray emission from the cathode ray tube.
12. Crimp type wire connector
In such cases as when replacing the power transformer in sets
where the connections between the power cord and power trans-
former primary lead wires are performed using crimp type connec-
tors, if replacing the connectors is unavoidable, in order to prevent
safety hazards, perform carefully and precisely according to the
following steps.
1) Connector part number : E03830-001
2) Required tool : Connector crimping tool of the proper type which
will not damage insulated parts.
3) Replacement procedure
(1) Remove the old connector by cutting the wires at a point
close to the connector.
Important : Do not reuse a connector (discard it).
Fig.7
cut close to connector
Fig.3
(2) Strip about 15 mm of the insulation from the ends of the
wires. If the wires are stranded, twist the strands to avoid
frayed conductors.
15 mm
Fig.4
(3) Align the lengths of the wires to be connected. Insert the
wires fully into the connector.
Connector
Metal sleeve
Fig.5
(4) As shown in Fig.6, use the crimping tool to crimp the metal
sleeve at the center position. Be sure to crimp fully to the
complete closure of the tool.
I
·Precautions during Servicing
7. Observe that wires do not contact heat producing parts (heatsinks,
oxide metal film resistors, fusible resistors, etc.)
8. Check that replaced wires do not contact sharp edged or pointed
parts.
9. When a power cord has been replaced, check that 10-15 kg of
force in any direction will not loosen it.
1.2
5
2.0
5.5
Crimping tool
Fig.6
(5) Check the four points noted in Fig.7.
Not easily pulled free
Crimped at approx. center
of metal sleeve
Conductors extended
Wire insulation recessed
more than 4 mm
S40888-01