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URGENT HELP NEEDED: Marantz Clock Upgrade

I've sent my Marantz DV8400 off to have the frequency clock upgraded. The problem is that the guy installing the clock can't find the crystal which needs to be replaced (none of this means too much to me, but I know it's a problem). Has anyone modded their DV8400 and can tell me where the crystal is located?
Thanks.
baileyincanberra
herman
2,259 posts
 
I'm with Slappy on this one (kind of scary actually), have the unit returned to you. If he can't find the part to be replaced then he is definitely not the guy you want working on your unit.
mejames
986 posts
 
Houston we have a problem!
baileyincanberra OP
34 posts
 
I must I am slightly concerned about the installation. But living in Australia my options are seriously limited - I don't think anyone here would have modded this player before.

I've asked the guy to look under the DSP board - hopefully he can find it. One other question - is anyone able to confirm the clock frequency of the DV8400? Audiocom advised me that it was 33.8688, but the installer said dvd players were usually 27 and he'd be surprised if the Marantz was any different. Can anyone confirm which is the case? Should I pull the plug on this madness?
myraj
351 posts
 
Bailey....DUDE.....pay ATTENTION! Slappy, Herman, and Mejames are trying to send you a message here and I concur!
Yes...Pull the plug! Now! Get your unit back and find a reputable person to mod your unit. HE ain't it!
audioengr
3,282 posts
 
Bailey - the frequency should be written on the SMT clock. It may be a crystal or a clock generator. Crystals typically have two terminals. These clocks are a bit tricky, especially when they are above 24 MHz. If he is wiring something in place of the crystal, such as a Superclock, it is helpful to know a bit about transmission-line effects. If it doesnt work dont be surprised.

Steve N.
Empirical Audio
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