GennLab Standard Alignment (calibration) Cassettes equivalent to Pioneer Calibration CassettesOne of the following cassettes can be ordered.GLPIC-301. Tape speed WOW & Flutter. -10dB at 3 kHz, Equivalent to Pioneer STD-301 cassettes.GLPIC-331 (GL-331). Multifrequency, 250 nWb/m at 333 Hz, 1590+120usec. 0dB 333Hz, -20dB 333Hz reference, 10kHz - 40Hz Freq. Response. Equivalent to Pioneer STD-331 cassettes.GLPIC-331A (GL-331A). Multifrequency, 250 nWb/m at 333 Hz, 3180+120usec. 0dB 333Hz, -20dB 333Hz reference, 14kHz - 40Hz Freq. Response. Equivalent to Pioneer STD-331A cassettes.GLPIC-334 (GL-334). Multifrequency, 250 nWb/m at 333 Hz, 1590+120usec. 0dB 333Hz, -10dB 10kHz, -20dB 333Hz reference, 6.3kHz Freq. Response. Equivalent to Pioneer STD-334 cassettes.GLPIC-341 (GL-341). Multifrequency, 250 nWb/m at 333 Hz, 1590+120usec. 0dB 333Hz, -20dB 10kHz, 333Hz reference, 6.3kHz Freq. Response. Equivalent to Pioneer STD-341 cassettes.GLPIC-341A (GL-341A). Multifrequency, 250 nWb/m at 333 Hz, 3180+120usec. 0dB 333Hz, -20dB 10kHz, 333Hz reference, 6.3kHz Freq. Response. Equivalent to Pioneer STD-341A cassettes.GLPIC-331B (GL-331B). Multifrequency, 160 nWb/m 315 Hz, 3180+120usec. 0dB 315Hz, -20dB 6.3kHz 10kHz azimuth, 315Hz reference, 14kHz - 40Hz Freq. Response. Equivalent to Pioneer STD-331B cassettes.GLPIC-331E (GL-331E). Multifrequency, 250 nWb/m 315 Hz, 3180+120usec. 0dB 315Hz, -20dB 6.3kHz 10kHz azimuth, 315Hz reference, 14kHz - 40Hz Freq. Response. Equivalent to Pioneer STD-331E cassettes.

GennLab Azimuth Alignment Cassettes.Following options are available315 Hz, 6.3, 8, 10, 12.5, 14 or 15 kHz Azimuth Test Cassette/Tape.Please note. These cassettes are 90 degrees ANGLE cassettes. They can not be used to equalize channel outputs or as Frequency Response cassettes.Suitable for Playback Head Azimuth alignment of any Cassette Tape Deck using a dual trace oscilloscope (minimum difference in phase between channels) or an AC millivoltmeter (maximum Output Level)Only new TDK, TEAC, MAXELL, SONY, AMPEX or RTM 17u tape is used when recording. Azimuth cassettes are recorded IN SHELL using a tape recorder with Record head azimuth control during recording.Time Constant: 3180us + 70usRecord Level: 20dB below 200nWb/m @ 400Hz. To order a cassette with different Record Level go to the TEAC Calibration Cassettes or SONY Calibration Cassettes page of GennLab.Frequency fluctuation: +/-0.01% measuredVertical azimutn angle: 90 degr. +/- 2 minDuration 10 min recorded in the MIDDLE of the Tape from 2 min 30 sec to 12 min 30 sec for the 1-7/8 ips tape.Please specify cassette Frequency from the following options:315 Hz, 6.3 kHz, 8 kHz, 10 kHz, 12.5 kHz, 14 kHz, 15 kHz, andcassette Speed from the following options:15/16 ips (2.38125 cm/sec), 1-7/8 ips (4.7625 cm/sec), 3-3/4 ips (9.525 cm/sec), 7-1/2 ips (19.05 cm/sec), 15 ips (38.1 cm/sec).

GennLab Azimuth Alignment Cassettes.Following options are available315 Hz, 6.3, 8, 10, 12.5, 14 or 15 kHz Azimuth Test Cassette/Tape.Please note. These cassettes are 90 degrees ANGLE cassettes. They can not be used to equalize channel outputs or as Frequency Response cassettes.Suitable for Playback Head Azimuth alignment of any Cassette Tape Deck using a dual trace oscilloscope (minimum difference in phase between channels) or an AC millivoltmeter (maximum Output Level)Only new TDK, TEAC, MAXELL, SONY, AMPEX or RTM 17u tape is used when recording. Azimuth cassettes are recorded IN SHELL using a tape recorder with Record head azimuth control during recording.Time Constant: 3180us + 70usRecord Level: 20dB below 200nWb/m @ 400Hz. To order a cassette with different Record Level go to the TEAC Calibration Cassettes or SONY Calibration Cassettes page of GennLab.Frequency fluctuation: +/-0.01% measuredVertical azimutn angle: 90 degr. +/- 2 minDuration 10 min recorded in the MIDDLE of the Tape from 2 min 30 sec to 12 min 30 sec for the 1-7/8 ips tape.Please specify cassette Frequency from the following options:315 Hz, 6.3 kHz, 8 kHz, 10 kHz, 12.5 kHz, 14 kHz, 15 kHz, andcassette Speed from the following options:15/16 ips (2.38125 cm/sec), 1-7/8 ips (4.7625 cm/sec), 3-3/4 ips (9.525 cm/sec), 7-1/2 ips (19.05 cm/sec), 15 ips (38.1 cm/sec).

GennLab Standard Alignment (calibration) Cassettes equivalent to Pioneer Calibration CassettesOne of the following cassettes can be ordered.GLPIC-301. Tape speed WOW & Flutter. -10dB at 3 kHz, Equivalent to Pioneer STD-301 cassettes.GLPIC-331 (GL-331). Multifrequency, 250 nWb/m at 333 Hz, 1590+120usec. 0dB 333Hz, -20dB 333Hz reference, 10kHz - 40Hz Freq. Response. Equivalent to Pioneer STD-331 cassettes.GLPIC-331A (GL-331A). Multifrequency, 250 nWb/m at 333 Hz, 3180+120usec. 0dB 333Hz, -20dB 333Hz reference, 14kHz - 40Hz Freq. Response. Equivalent to Pioneer STD-331A cassettes.GLPIC-334 (GL-334). Multifrequency, 250 nWb/m at 333 Hz, 1590+120usec. 0dB 333Hz, -10dB 10kHz, -20dB 333Hz reference, 6.3kHz Freq. Response. Equivalent to Pioneer STD-334 cassettes.GLPIC-341 (GL-341). Multifrequency, 250 nWb/m at 333 Hz, 1590+120usec. 0dB 333Hz, -20dB 10kHz, 333Hz reference, 6.3kHz Freq. Response. Equivalent to Pioneer STD-341 cassettes.GLPIC-341A (GL-341A). Multifrequency, 250 nWb/m at 333 Hz, 3180+120usec. 0dB 333Hz, -20dB 10kHz, 333Hz reference, 6.3kHz Freq. Response. Equivalent to Pioneer STD-341A cassettes.GLPIC-331B (GL-331B). Multifrequency, 160 nWb/m 315 Hz, 3180+120usec. 0dB 315Hz, -20dB 6.3kHz 10kHz azimuth, 315Hz reference, 14kHz - 40Hz Freq. Response. Equivalent to Pioneer STD-331B cassettes.GLPIC-331E (GL-331E). Multifrequency, 250 nWb/m 315 Hz, 3180+120usec. 0dB 315Hz, -20dB 6.3kHz 10kHz azimuth, 315Hz reference, 14kHz - 40Hz Freq. Response. Equivalent to Pioneer STD-331E cassettes.

GennLab Standard Alignment Cassettes. LevelSuitable for Playback Output Level alignment of any Cassette Tape Deck. Only new 17u TDK, MAXELL or TEAC tape is used when recording. Each tape has a duration of 10 minutes, recorded at the BEGINNING of the Tape from 00 min 30 sec to 10min 30 sec Level fluctuation less than +/-0.1 dB measured. Typically +/-0.06 dB Frequency fluctuation +/-0.01% (measured)To order a Dolby Level Cassette (A-BEX TCC-130) choose the option 1-7/8 ips 200 nWb/m, 400 Hz Dolby. Set Playback Output Level of each channel to match with Dolby marks on the VU-meters scale.This Cassette can be used for decks with DD Dolby marks on VU-meters (not suitable for Nakamichi decks).To order 400 Hz Level Tape for Nakamichi tape decks alignment choose the 1-7/8 ips Nakamichi Level, 400 Hz, A or Boption. Follow the procedures of the Nakamichi Service Manuals for those decks. These Cassettes are equivalent to Nakamichi DA09005A or B Test Cassettes.To order DIN Level Cassette choose the 1-7/8 ips 250 nWb/m 315 Hz 0dB DIN/IEC option. Suitable for Playback Output Level alignment of European and Tascam122mk3, 112Rmk2, 112mk2, 134B SYNCASET Cassette Tape Decks. Set Playback Output Level of each channel to match with 0 dB marks on the VU-meters scale.To order Tascam 122mk3 Standard Level Cassette choose the 1-7/8 ips Tascam 122mk3 0 VU option. Set Playback Output Level of each channel to match with 0 dB marks on the VU-meters scale.To order DIN 3-3/4 ips Level Cassette choose the 3-3/4 ips 250 nWb/m, 315 Hz DIN option.To order Pioneer Standard Level Cassette equivalent to the Level portion of Pioneer STD-331A/341A cassettes choose the 1-7/8 ips Pioneer Level 0 dB 333 Hz option. Suitable for Playback Output Level alignment of Pioneer (ST-F1250 etc.), Philips and SONY (European version) Cassette Tape Decks. Set Playback Output Level of each channel to match with 0 dB marks on the VU-meters scale. The set of this cassette plus Frequency Response Cassettes (333 Hz, 6.3 kHz, 10 kHz) is equivalent to Pioneer STD-341A cassettes.The set of this cassette plus Frequency Response Cassettes (333 Hz, 6.3 kHz, 8 kHz, 10 kHz, 12.5 kHz, 14 kHz) is equivalent to Pioneer STD-331A cassettes.To order Pioneer Standard Level Cassette equivalent to the Level portion of Pioneer STD-331B cassettes choose the 1-7/8 ips Pioneer Level 0 dB 315 Hz option. The set of this cassette plus Frequency Response Cassettes (40Hz, 63Hz, 125Hz, 250Hz, 315Hz, 500Hz, 1kHz, 2kHz, 4kHz 6.3 kHz, 8 kHz, 10kHz, 12.5kHz, 14kHz) is equivalent to Pioneer STD-331B cassettes.To order Tandberg Standard Level Cassette choose the Tandberg Cass. No.24, 250 nWb/m, 1000 Hz option. Suitable for Playback Output Level alignment of Tandberg cassette decks (TCD-910 etc.). This cassette is equivalent to Tandberg test cassette No.24 cassettes.To order a 15 ips Duplicator Standard Level Cassette choose the 15 ips Duplicator 160 nWb/m, 315 Hz DIN/IEC or 15 ips Duplicator 250 nWb/m, 333 Hz DIN/IEC from the Cassette Fluxivity Level option. Suitable for Playback Output Level alignment of cassette duplicators (OTARI DP-4050C2 etc.).One tone is recorded on each Cassette at the level corresponding to the Equalization curve and Reference Fluxivity.Please specify Cassette Speed, Level and Frequency.

GennLab Standard Alignment Cassettes.1 kHz, 3 kHz or 3.15 kHz Speed, Wof & Flutter.Please note. These cassettes are 3 kHz FREQUENCY cassettes. They can not be used to equalize channel outputs or as Frequency Response cassettes.Suitable for tape speed alignment of Cassette Tape Decks using Frequency Counter and W&F Meter.Only new TDK, MAXELL or TEAC 17u tape is used when recording.Time Constant: 3180us + 120us. Frequency: 1 kHz, 3 kHz or 3.15 kHz. Frequency fluctuation: +/-0.01% measured.Level: -10 dB re 0 dB 160 nWb/m @ 400 Hz for 3 kHz NAB tapes (Nakamichi DA09006A); -10 dB re 0 dB 250 nWb/m @ 315 Hz for 3,15 kHz DIN tapes; -10 dB re 0 dB 250 nWb/m @ 315 Hz for Tandberg 1 kHz DIN tapes. Duration: 5 min recorded at the BEGINNING of the Tape from 00 min 30 sec to 5min 30 sec;The residual W&F of the tape itself is 0.022 % RMS WEIGHTED measured to NAB / JIB C5551 Standards using for playback the same MX5050 Reel to Reel tape recorder the tape has been recorded on. A few measurements of the same tape portion have been done using a Neutrik A2 analizer. The results from 0.008% to 0.036% averaged to 0.022%. A cassette reproduced using our Nakamichi Dragon showed 0.014% to 0.057% averaged to 0.035%. Cassette Tape Deck speed alignmentThe tape frequency reading gradually drops slowly towards the end of 5 min. portion of the tape. This is normal, and it depends on the deck mechanism condition. To check your deck mechanism condition do following: 1. Read the deck Speed specifications (1-7/8 +/- ….%). 2. Calculate +/-….Hz tolerance from 1000, 3000 or 3150 Hz. 3. Playback ANY tape for 2 minutes to warm up motors and mechanism. 4. Playback the 1, 3 or 3.15 kHz Speed tape from the beginning of the tape for 1 min. Note the frequency in Hz at the end of the 1 min. portion of the tape. Say this is the Frequency at the Beginning of the Speed tape. 5. Stop the deck. Flip over the cassette. The 1 min. portion becomes the last minute of the tape. 6. Playback the tape from that 1 min. position and note the frequency in Hz at the beginning of that 1 min. portion of the tape. Say this is the Frequency at the End of the Speed tape. 7. Check if the frequency difference in Hz is within the decks Speed specifications tolerance. If not, a number of things could be the reason: too high back tension of the supply reel (dirty friction felt or misalignment), not enough friction in the capstan-pinch roller pair (dirty or dried out pinch roller), dried out capstan bearings lubrication, dried out and loose capstan belt, dried out motor bearings lubrication etc. 8. Finally, calculate the Average Frequency. F average = (F beginning + F end)/2. Calculate the Average Frequency Deviation from the Tape Nominal Frequency. Deviation = F average - F nominal. Adjust speed of the deck to obtain minimum possible Deviation.3kHz or 3.15kHz 1-7/8 4.76 cm/sec Speed Cassette is suitable for tape speed alignment of any Normal-speed Cassette Tape Deck (Nakamichi DA09006A).3kHz or 3.15kHz 15/16 ips 2.38 cm/sec Speed Cassette is suitable for tape speed alignment of any Low-speed Cassette Tape Deck (e.g. Nakamichi 680ZX).3 kHz or 3.15kHz 3-3/4 ips 9.53 cm/sec Speed Cassette is suitable for tape speed alignment of any Hi-speed Cassette Tape Deck.Tandberg Cass. No.21, 1000 Hz, 1-7/8 ips - 4.7625 cm/sec Speed Cassette is suitable for tape speed alignment of Tandberg cassette tape decks(TCD-910 etc.)To order a 7-1/2 ips or 15 ips Duplicator Speed Standard Calibration Cassette choose the Duplicator option. Suitable for Speed alignment of cassette duplicators (Otari DP-4050C2 etc.).Please specify Cassette Speed and Frequency.

GennLab Standard Alignment Cassettes Frequency Response (FR) Please note. These cassettes are LEVEL cassettes (not 90 degrees ANGLE cassettes). They CAN NOT be used for final Azimuth adjustment.To perform playback frequency response test, set Playback Head Azimuth for maximum output for EACH Frequency Response cassette INDIVIDUALLY.On completion of playback frequency response test, finally set Playback Head Azimuth for maximum output and minimum difference in phase between channels using AZIMUTH cassettes. Suitable for Playback Frequency Response adjustment of any Cassette Tape Deck using AC millivoltmeter.Recorded -20dB below Reference Fluxiviti Level. See the options below.Level fluctuation: less than +/-0.2 dB measured. Typically +/-0.1 dBFrequency fluctuation: +/-0.01% measuredVertical azimutn angle: 90 degr. +/- 30 min (NOT suitable for final azimuth adjustments).Duration of each Tape 10 min recorded at the BEGINNING of the Tape from 00 min 30 sec to 10min 30 sec. Please specify Cassette Equalization Standard from the options below: Type I Ferro NAB 160nWb/m. Time Constants: 3180us + 120us,Type II CrO NAB 160nWb/m. Time Constants: 3180us + 70u,Nakamichi SX. Time Constants: 3180us + 70us,Type I Ferro NAB 200nWb/m. Time Constants: 3180us + 120us,Type II CrO NAB 200nWb/m. Time Constants: 3180us + 70us,Pioneer Type I Ferro. Time Constants: 3180us+120us, -20 dB,Pioneer Typ II CrO2, Time Constants: 3180us+70us -20 dB,SONY Type I Ferro. Time Constants: 3180+120us, -20dB re 315Hz Level cassette,SONY Type I Ferro. Time Constants: 3180+120us, -20dB re 333Hz Level cassette,Type II CrO2 DIN 250nWb/m -20dB 3180us + 70us,Tascam 122mk3 Fr. Resp. Time Constants: 3180us + 120us,3-3/4 ips FR DIN 250 nWb/m -10 dB Time Constants: 3180+50us. Following frequencies can be recorded:20 Hz, 25 Hz, 31.5 Hz, 40 Hz, 50 Hz, 63 Hz, 80 Hz, 100 Hz, 125 Hz, 160 Hz, 200 Hz,250 Hz, 315 Hz (DIN Reference), 333 Hz (Philips Reference), 400 Hz (Nakamichi reference), 500 Hz, 630 Hz, 700 Hz,800 Hz, 1 kHz, 1.25 kHz,1.6 kHz, 2 kHz, 2.5 kHz,3 kHz, 3.15 kHz, 4 kHz, 5 kHz, 6.3 kHz, 7.5 kHz, 8 kHz, 10 kHz, 12 kHz, 12.5 kHz, 14 kHz, 15 kHz, 16 kHz, 18 kHz, 20 kHzPleas specify Cassette Frequency from the options above.

GennLab Standard Alignment Cassettes Frequency Response (FR) Please note. These cassettes are LEVEL cassettes (not 90 degrees ANGLE cassettes). They CAN NOT be used for final Azimuth adjustment.To perform playback frequency response test, set Playback Head Azimuth for maximum output for EACH Frequency Response cassette INDIVIDUALLY.On completion of playback frequency response test, finally set Playback Head Azimuth for maximum output and minimum difference in phase between channels using AZIMUTH cassettes. Suitable for Playback Frequency Response adjustment of any Cassette Tape Deck using AC millivoltmeter.Recorded -20dB below Reference Fluxiviti Level. See the options below.Level fluctuation: less than +/-0.2 dB measured. Typically +/-0.1 dBFrequency fluctuation: +/-0.01% measuredVertical azimutn angle: 90 degr. +/- 30 min (NOT suitable for final azimuth adjustments).Duration of each Tape 10 min recorded at the BEGINNING of the Tape from 00 min 30 sec to 10min 30 sec. Please specify Cassette Equalization Standard from the options below: Type I Ferro NAB 160nWb/m. Time Constants: 3180us + 120us,Type II CrO NAB 160nWb/m. Time Constants: 3180us + 70u,Nakamichi SX. Time Constants: 3180us + 70us,Type I Ferro NAB 200nWb/m. Time Constants: 3180us + 120us,Type II CrO NAB 200nWb/m. Time Constants: 3180us + 70us,Pioneer Type I Ferro. Time Constants: 3180us+120us, -20 dB,Pioneer Typ II CrO2, Time Constants: 3180us+70us -20 dB,SONY Type I Ferro. Time Constants: 3180+120us, -20dB re 315Hz Level cassette,SONY Type I Ferro. Time Constants: 3180+120us, -20dB re 333Hz Level cassette,Type II CrO2 DIN 250nWb/m -20dB 3180us + 70us,Tascam 122mk3 Fr. Resp. Time Constants: 3180us + 120us,3-3/4 ips FR DIN 250 nWb/m -10 dB Time Constants: 3180+50us. Following frequencies can be recorded:20 Hz, 25 Hz, 31.5 Hz, 40 Hz, 50 Hz, 63 Hz, 80 Hz, 100 Hz, 125 Hz, 160 Hz, 200 Hz,250 Hz, 315 Hz (DIN Reference), 333 Hz (Philips Reference), 400 Hz (Nakamichi reference), 500 Hz, 630 Hz, 700 Hz,800 Hz, 1 kHz, 1.25 kHz,1.6 kHz, 2 kHz, 2.5 kHz,3 kHz, 3.15 kHz, 4 kHz, 5 kHz, 6.3 kHz, 7.5 kHz, 8 kHz, 10 kHz, 12 kHz, 12.5 kHz, 14 kHz, 15 kHz, 16 kHz, 18 kHz, 20 kHzPleas specify Cassette Frequency from the options above.

GennLab Standard Alignment Cassettes.1 kHz, 3 kHz or 3.15 kHz Speed, Wof & Flutter.Please note. These cassettes are 3 kHz FREQUENCY cassettes. They can not be used to equalize channel outputs or as Frequency Response cassettes.Suitable for tape speed alignment of Cassette Tape Decks using Frequency Counter and W&F Meter.Only new TDK, MAXELL or TEAC 17u tape is used when recording.Time Constant: 3180us + 120us. Frequency: 1 kHz, 3 kHz or 3.15 kHz. Frequency fluctuation: +/-0.01% measured.Level: -10 dB re 0 dB 160 nWb/m @ 400 Hz for 3 kHz NAB tapes (Nakamichi DA09006A); -10 dB re 0 dB 250 nWb/m @ 315 Hz for 3,15 kHz DIN tapes; -10 dB re 0 dB 250 nWb/m @ 315 Hz for Tandberg 1 kHz DIN tapes. Duration: 5 min recorded at the BEGINNING of the Tape from 00 min 30 sec to 5min 30 sec;The residual W&F of the tape itself is 0.022 % RMS WEIGHTED measured to NAB / JIB C5551 Standards using for playback the same MX5050 Reel to Reel tape recorder the tape has been recorded on. A few measurements of the same tape portion have been done using a Neutrik A2 analizer. The results from 0.008% to 0.036% averaged to 0.022%. A cassette reproduced using our Nakamichi Dragon showed 0.014% to 0.057% averaged to 0.035%. Cassette Tape Deck speed alignmentThe tape frequency reading gradually drops slowly towards the end of 5 min. portion of the tape. This is normal, and it depends on the deck mechanism condition. To check your deck mechanism condition do following: 1. Read the deck Speed specifications (1-7/8 +/- ….%). 2. Calculate +/-….Hz tolerance from 1000, 3000 or 3150 Hz. 3. Playback ANY tape for 2 minutes to warm up motors and mechanism. 4. Playback the 1, 3 or 3.15 kHz Speed tape from the beginning of the tape for 1 min. Note the frequency in Hz at the end of the 1 min. portion of the tape. Say this is the Frequency at the Beginning of the Speed tape. 5. Stop the deck. Flip over the cassette. The 1 min. portion becomes the last minute of the tape. 6. Playback the tape from that 1 min. position and note the frequency in Hz at the beginning of that 1 min. portion of the tape. Say this is the Frequency at the End of the Speed tape. 7. Check if the frequency difference in Hz is within the decks Speed specifications tolerance. If not, a number of things could be the reason: too high back tension of the supply reel (dirty friction felt or misalignment), not enough friction in the capstan-pinch roller pair (dirty or dried out pinch roller), dried out capstan bearings lubrication, dried out and loose capstan belt, dried out motor bearings lubrication etc. 8. Finally, calculate the Average Frequency. F average = (F beginning + F end)/2. Calculate the Average Frequency Deviation from the Tape Nominal Frequency. Deviation = F average - F nominal. Adjust speed of the deck to obtain minimum possible Deviation.3kHz or 3.15kHz 1-7/8 4.76 cm/sec Speed Cassette is suitable for tape speed alignment of any Normal-speed Cassette Tape Deck (Nakamichi DA09006A).3kHz or 3.15kHz 15/16 ips 2.38 cm/sec Speed Cassette is suitable for tape speed alignment of any Low-speed Cassette Tape Deck (e.g. Nakamichi 680ZX).3 kHz or 3.15kHz 3-3/4 ips 9.53 cm/sec Speed Cassette is suitable for tape speed alignment of any Hi-speed Cassette Tape Deck.Tandberg Cass. No.21, 1000 Hz, 1-7/8 ips - 4.7625 cm/sec Speed Cassette is suitable for tape speed alignment of Tandberg cassette tape decks(TCD-910 etc.)To order a 7-1/2 ips or 15 ips Duplicator Speed Standard Calibration Cassette choose the Duplicator option. Suitable for Speed alignment of cassette duplicators (Otari DP-4050C2 etc.).Please specify Cassette Speed and Frequency.

GennLab Standard Alignment Cassettes. LevelSuitable for Playback Output Level alignment of any Cassette Tape Deck. Only new 17u TDK, MAXELL or TEAC tape is used when recording. Each tape has a duration of 10 minutes, recorded at the BEGINNING of the Tape from 00 min 30 sec to 10min 30 sec Level fluctuation less than +/-0.1 dB measured. Typically +/-0.06 dB Frequency fluctuation +/-0.01% (measured)To order a Dolby Level Cassette (A-BEX TCC-130) choose the option 1-7/8 ips 200 nWb/m, 400 Hz Dolby. Set Playback Output Level of each channel to match with Dolby marks on the VU-meters scale.This Cassette can be used for decks with DD Dolby marks on VU-meters (not suitable for Nakamichi decks).To order 400 Hz Level Tape for Nakamichi tape decks alignment choose the 1-7/8 ips Nakamichi Level, 400 Hz, A or Boption. Follow the procedures of the Nakamichi Service Manuals for those decks. These Cassettes are equivalent to Nakamichi DA09005A or B Test Cassettes.To order DIN Level Cassette choose the 1-7/8 ips 250 nWb/m 315 Hz 0dB DIN/IEC option. Suitable for Playback Output Level alignment of European and Tascam122mk3, 112Rmk2, 112mk2, 134B SYNCASET Cassette Tape Decks. Set Playback Output Level of each channel to match with 0 dB marks on the VU-meters scale.To order Tascam 122mk3 Standard Level Cassette choose the 1-7/8 ips Tascam 122mk3 0 VU option. Set Playback Output Level of each channel to match with 0 dB marks on the VU-meters scale.To order DIN 3-3/4 ips Level Cassette choose the 3-3/4 ips 250 nWb/m, 315 Hz DIN option.To order Pioneer Standard Level Cassette equivalent to the Level portion of Pioneer STD-331A/341A cassettes choose the 1-7/8 ips Pioneer Level 0 dB 333 Hz option. Suitable for Playback Output Level alignment of Pioneer (ST-F1250 etc.), Philips and SONY (European version) Cassette Tape Decks. Set Playback Output Level of each channel to match with 0 dB marks on the VU-meters scale. The set of this cassette plus Frequency Response Cassettes (333 Hz, 6.3 kHz, 10 kHz) is equivalent to Pioneer STD-341A cassettes.The set of this cassette plus Frequency Response Cassettes (333 Hz, 6.3 kHz, 8 kHz, 10 kHz, 12.5 kHz, 14 kHz) is equivalent to Pioneer STD-331A cassettes.To order Pioneer Standard Level Cassette equivalent to the Level portion of Pioneer STD-331B cassettes choose the 1-7/8 ips Pioneer Level 0 dB 315 Hz option. The set of this cassette plus Frequency Response Cassettes (40Hz, 63Hz, 125Hz, 250Hz, 315Hz, 500Hz, 1kHz, 2kHz, 4kHz 6.3 kHz, 8 kHz, 10kHz, 12.5kHz, 14kHz) is equivalent to Pioneer STD-331B cassettes.To order Tandberg Standard Level Cassette choose the Tandberg Cass. No.24, 250 nWb/m, 1000 Hz option. Suitable for Playback Output Level alignment of Tandberg cassette decks (TCD-910 etc.). This cassette is equivalent to Tandberg test cassette No.24 cassettes.To order a 15 ips Duplicator Standard Level Cassette choose the 15 ips Duplicator 160 nWb/m, 315 Hz DIN/IEC or 15 ips Duplicator 250 nWb/m, 333 Hz DIN/IEC from the Cassette Fluxivity Level option. Suitable for Playback Output Level alignment of cassette duplicators (OTARI DP-4050C2 etc.).One tone is recorded on each Cassette at the level corresponding to the Equalization curve and Reference Fluxivity.Please specify Cassette Speed, Level and Frequency.

GennLab Standard Alignment (calibration) Cassettes equivalent to Pioneer Calibration CassettesOne of the following cassettes can be ordered.GLPIC-301. Tape speed WOW & Flutter. -10dB at 3 kHz, Equivalent to Pioneer STD-301 cassettes.GLPIC-331 (GL-331). Multifrequency, 250 nWb/m at 333 Hz, 1590+120usec. 0dB 333Hz, -20dB 333Hz reference, 10kHz - 40Hz Freq. Response. Equivalent to Pioneer STD-331 cassettes.GLPIC-331A (GL-331A). Multifrequency, 250 nWb/m at 333 Hz, 3180+120usec. 0dB 333Hz, -20dB 333Hz reference, 14kHz - 40Hz Freq. Response. Equivalent to Pioneer STD-331A cassettes.GLPIC-334 (GL-334). Multifrequency, 250 nWb/m at 333 Hz, 1590+120usec. 0dB 333Hz, -10dB 10kHz, -20dB 333Hz reference, 6.3kHz Freq. Response. Equivalent to Pioneer STD-334 cassettes.GLPIC-341 (GL-341). Multifrequency, 250 nWb/m at 333 Hz, 1590+120usec. 0dB 333Hz, -20dB 10kHz, 333Hz reference, 6.3kHz Freq. Response. Equivalent to Pioneer STD-341 cassettes.GLPIC-341A (GL-341A). Multifrequency, 250 nWb/m at 333 Hz, 3180+120usec. 0dB 333Hz, -20dB 10kHz, 333Hz reference, 6.3kHz Freq. Response. Equivalent to Pioneer STD-341A cassettes.GLPIC-331B (GL-331B). Multifrequency, 160 nWb/m 315 Hz, 3180+120usec. 0dB 315Hz, -20dB 6.3kHz 10kHz azimuth, 315Hz reference, 14kHz - 40Hz Freq. Response. Equivalent to Pioneer STD-331B cassettes.GLPIC-331E (GL-331E). Multifrequency, 250 nWb/m 315 Hz, 3180+120usec. 0dB 315Hz, -20dB 6.3kHz 10kHz azimuth, 315Hz reference, 14kHz - 40Hz Freq. Response. Equivalent to Pioneer STD-331E cassettes.

GennLab Azimuth Alignment Cassettes.Following options are available315 Hz, 6.3, 8, 10, 12.5, 14 or 15 kHz Azimuth Test Cassette/Tape.Please note. These cassettes are 90 degrees ANGLE cassettes. They can not be used to equalize channel outputs or as Frequency Response cassettes.Suitable for Playback Head Azimuth alignment of any Cassette Tape Deck using a dual trace oscilloscope (minimum difference in phase between channels) or an AC millivoltmeter (maximum Output Level)Only new TDK, TEAC, MAXELL, SONY, AMPEX or RTM 17u tape is used when recording. Azimuth cassettes are recorded IN SHELL using a tape recorder with Record head azimuth control during recording.Time Constant: 3180us + 70usRecord Level: 20dB below 200nWb/m @ 400Hz. To order a cassette with different Record Level go to the TEAC Calibration Cassettes or SONY Calibration Cassettes page of GennLab.Frequency fluctuation: +/-0.01% measuredVertical azimutn angle: 90 degr. +/- 2 minDuration 10 min recorded in the MIDDLE of the Tape from 2 min 30 sec to 12 min 30 sec for the 1-7/8 ips tape.Please specify cassette Frequency from the following options:315 Hz, 6.3 kHz, 8 kHz, 10 kHz, 12.5 kHz, 14 kHz, 15 kHz, andcassette Speed from the following options:15/16 ips (2.38125 cm/sec), 1-7/8 ips (4.7625 cm/sec), 3-3/4 ips (9.525 cm/sec), 7-1/2 ips (19.05 cm/sec), 15 ips (38.1 cm/sec).

GennLab Standard Alignment (calibration) Cassettes equivalent to Pioneer Calibration CassettesOne of the following cassettes can be ordered.GLPIC-301. Tape speed WOW & Flutter. -10dB at 3 kHz, Equivalent to Pioneer STD-301 cassettes.GLPIC-331 (GL-331). Multifrequency, 250 nWb/m at 333 Hz, 1590+120usec. 0dB 333Hz, -20dB 333Hz reference, 10kHz - 40Hz Freq. Response. Equivalent to Pioneer STD-331 cassettes.GLPIC-331A (GL-331A). Multifrequency, 250 nWb/m at 333 Hz, 3180+120usec. 0dB 333Hz, -20dB 333Hz reference, 14kHz - 40Hz Freq. Response. Equivalent to Pioneer STD-331A cassettes.GLPIC-334 (GL-334). Multifrequency, 250 nWb/m at 333 Hz, 1590+120usec. 0dB 333Hz, -10dB 10kHz, -20dB 333Hz reference, 6.3kHz Freq. Response. Equivalent to Pioneer STD-334 cassettes.GLPIC-341 (GL-341). Multifrequency, 250 nWb/m at 333 Hz, 1590+120usec. 0dB 333Hz, -20dB 10kHz, 333Hz reference, 6.3kHz Freq. Response. Equivalent to Pioneer STD-341 cassettes.GLPIC-341A (GL-341A). Multifrequency, 250 nWb/m at 333 Hz, 3180+120usec. 0dB 333Hz, -20dB 10kHz, 333Hz reference, 6.3kHz Freq. Response. Equivalent to Pioneer STD-341A cassettes.GLPIC-331B (GL-331B). Multifrequency, 160 nWb/m 315 Hz, 3180+120usec. 0dB 315Hz, -20dB 6.3kHz 10kHz azimuth, 315Hz reference, 14kHz - 40Hz Freq. Response. Equivalent to Pioneer STD-331B cassettes.GLPIC-331E (GL-331E). Multifrequency, 250 nWb/m 315 Hz, 3180+120usec. 0dB 315Hz, -20dB 6.3kHz 10kHz azimuth, 315Hz reference, 14kHz - 40Hz Freq. Response. Equivalent to Pioneer STD-331E cassettes.

GennLab Standard Alignment Cassettes. LevelSuitable for Playback Output Level alignment of any Cassette Tape Deck. Only new 17u TDK, MAXELL or TEAC tape is used when recording. Each tape has a duration of 10 minutes, recorded at the BEGINNING of the Tape from 00 min 30 sec to 10min 30 sec Level fluctuation less than +/-0.1 dB measured. Typically +/-0.06 dB Frequency fluctuation +/-0.01% (measured)To order a Dolby Level Cassette (A-BEX TCC-130) choose the option 1-7/8 ips 200 nWb/m, 400 Hz Dolby. Set Playback Output Level of each channel to match with Dolby marks on the VU-meters scale.This Cassette can be used for decks with DD Dolby marks on VU-meters (not suitable for Nakamichi decks).To order 400 Hz Level Tape for Nakamichi tape decks alignment choose the 1-7/8 ips Nakamichi Level, 400 Hz, A or Boption. Follow the procedures of the Nakamichi Service Manuals for those decks. These Cassettes are equivalent to Nakamichi DA09005A or B Test Cassettes.To order DIN Level Cassette choose the 1-7/8 ips 250 nWb/m 315 Hz 0dB DIN/IEC option. Suitable for Playback Output Level alignment of European and Tascam122mk3, 112Rmk2, 112mk2, 134B SYNCASET Cassette Tape Decks. Set Playback Output Level of each channel to match with 0 dB marks on the VU-meters scale.To order Tascam 122mk3 Standard Level Cassette choose the 1-7/8 ips Tascam 122mk3 0 VU option. Set Playback Output Level of each channel to match with 0 dB marks on the VU-meters scale.To order DIN 3-3/4 ips Level Cassette choose the 3-3/4 ips 250 nWb/m, 315 Hz DIN option.To order Pioneer Standard Level Cassette equivalent to the Level portion of Pioneer STD-331A/341A cassettes choose the 1-7/8 ips Pioneer Level 0 dB 333 Hz option. Suitable for Playback Output Level alignment of Pioneer (ST-F1250 etc.), Philips and SONY (European version) Cassette Tape Decks. Set Playback Output Level of each channel to match with 0 dB marks on the VU-meters scale. The set of this cassette plus Frequency Response Cassettes (333 Hz, 6.3 kHz, 10 kHz) is equivalent to Pioneer STD-341A cassettes.The set of this cassette plus Frequency Response Cassettes (333 Hz, 6.3 kHz, 8 kHz, 10 kHz, 12.5 kHz, 14 kHz) is equivalent to Pioneer STD-331A cassettes.To order Pioneer Standard Level Cassette equivalent to the Level portion of Pioneer STD-331B cassettes choose the 1-7/8 ips Pioneer Level 0 dB 315 Hz option. The set of this cassette plus Frequency Response Cassettes (40Hz, 63Hz, 125Hz, 250Hz, 315Hz, 500Hz, 1kHz, 2kHz, 4kHz 6.3 kHz, 8 kHz, 10kHz, 12.5kHz, 14kHz) is equivalent to Pioneer STD-331B cassettes.To order Tandberg Standard Level Cassette choose the Tandberg Cass. No.24, 250 nWb/m, 1000 Hz option. Suitable for Playback Output Level alignment of Tandberg cassette decks (TCD-910 etc.). This cassette is equivalent to Tandberg test cassette No.24 cassettes.To order a 15 ips Duplicator Standard Level Cassette choose the 15 ips Duplicator 160 nWb/m, 315 Hz DIN/IEC or 15 ips Duplicator 250 nWb/m, 333 Hz DIN/IEC from the Cassette Fluxivity Level option. Suitable for Playback Output Level alignment of cassette duplicators (OTARI DP-4050C2 etc.).One tone is recorded on each Cassette at the level corresponding to the Equalization curve and Reference Fluxivity.Please specify Cassette Speed, Level and Frequency.

GennLab Standard Alignment Cassettes.1 kHz, 3 kHz or 3.15 kHz Speed, Wof & Flutter.Please note. These cassettes are 3 kHz FREQUENCY cassettes. They can not be used to equalize channel outputs or as Frequency Response cassettes.Suitable for tape speed alignment of Cassette Tape Decks using Frequency Counter and W&F Meter.Only new TDK, MAXELL or TEAC 17u tape is used when recording.Time Constant: 3180us + 120us. Frequency: 1 kHz, 3 kHz or 3.15 kHz. Frequency fluctuation: +/-0.01% measured.Level: -10 dB re 0 dB 160 nWb/m @ 400 Hz for 3 kHz NAB tapes (Nakamichi DA09006A); -10 dB re 0 dB 250 nWb/m @ 315 Hz for 3,15 kHz DIN tapes; -10 dB re 0 dB 250 nWb/m @ 315 Hz for Tandberg 1 kHz DIN tapes. Duration: 5 min recorded at the BEGINNING of the Tape from 00 min 30 sec to 5min 30 sec;The residual W&F of the tape itself is 0.022 % RMS WEIGHTED measured to NAB / JIB C5551 Standards using for playback the same MX5050 Reel to Reel tape recorder the tape has been recorded on. A few measurements of the same tape portion have been done using a Neutrik A2 analizer. The results from 0.008% to 0.036% averaged to 0.022%. A cassette reproduced using our Nakamichi Dragon showed 0.014% to 0.057% averaged to 0.035%. Cassette Tape Deck speed alignmentThe tape frequency reading gradually drops slowly towards the end of 5 min. portion of the tape. This is normal, and it depends on the deck mechanism condition. To check your deck mechanism condition do following: 1. Read the deck Speed specifications (1-7/8 +/- ….%). 2. Calculate +/-….Hz tolerance from 1000, 3000 or 3150 Hz. 3. Playback ANY tape for 2 minutes to warm up motors and mechanism. 4. Playback the 1, 3 or 3.15 kHz Speed tape from the beginning of the tape for 1 min. Note the frequency in Hz at the end of the 1 min. portion of the tape. Say this is the Frequency at the Beginning of the Speed tape. 5. Stop the deck. Flip over the cassette. The 1 min. portion becomes the last minute of the tape. 6. Playback the tape from that 1 min. position and note the frequency in Hz at the beginning of that 1 min. portion of the tape. Say this is the Frequency at the End of the Speed tape. 7. Check if the frequency difference in Hz is within the decks Speed specifications tolerance. If not, a number of things could be the reason: too high back tension of the supply reel (dirty friction felt or misalignment), not enough friction in the capstan-pinch roller pair (dirty or dried out pinch roller), dried out capstan bearings lubrication, dried out and loose capstan belt, dried out motor bearings lubrication etc. 8. Finally, calculate the Average Frequency. F average = (F beginning + F end)/2. Calculate the Average Frequency Deviation from the Tape Nominal Frequency. Deviation = F average - F nominal. Adjust speed of the deck to obtain minimum possible Deviation.3kHz or 3.15kHz 1-7/8 4.76 cm/sec Speed Cassette is suitable for tape speed alignment of any Normal-speed Cassette Tape Deck (Nakamichi DA09006A).3kHz or 3.15kHz 15/16 ips 2.38 cm/sec Speed Cassette is suitable for tape speed alignment of any Low-speed Cassette Tape Deck (e.g. Nakamichi 680ZX).3 kHz or 3.15kHz 3-3/4 ips 9.53 cm/sec Speed Cassette is suitable for tape speed alignment of any Hi-speed Cassette Tape Deck.Tandberg Cass. No.21, 1000 Hz, 1-7/8 ips - 4.7625 cm/sec Speed Cassette is suitable for tape speed alignment of Tandberg cassette tape decks(TCD-910 etc.)To order a 7-1/2 ips or 15 ips Duplicator Speed Standard Calibration Cassette choose the Duplicator option. Suitable for Speed alignment of cassette duplicators (Otari DP-4050C2 etc.).Please specify Cassette Speed and Frequency.

GennLab Standard Alignment Cassettes Frequency Response (FR) Please note. These cassettes are LEVEL cassettes (not 90 degrees ANGLE cassettes). They CAN NOT be used for final Azimuth adjustment.To perform playback frequency response test, set Playback Head Azimuth for maximum output for EACH Frequency Response cassette INDIVIDUALLY.On completion of playback frequency response test, finally set Playback Head Azimuth for maximum output and minimum difference in phase between channels using AZIMUTH cassettes. Suitable for Playback Frequency Response adjustment of any Cassette Tape Deck using AC millivoltmeter.Recorded -20dB below Reference Fluxiviti Level. See the options below.Level fluctuation: less than +/-0.2 dB measured. Typically +/-0.1 dBFrequency fluctuation: +/-0.01% measuredVertical azimutn angle: 90 degr. +/- 30 min (NOT suitable for final azimuth adjustments).Duration of each Tape 10 min recorded at the BEGINNING of the Tape from 00 min 30 sec to 10min 30 sec. Please specify Cassette Equalization Standard from the options below: Type I Ferro NAB 160nWb/m. Time Constants: 3180us + 120us,Type II CrO NAB 160nWb/m. Time Constants: 3180us + 70u,Nakamichi SX. Time Constants: 3180us + 70us,Type I Ferro NAB 200nWb/m. Time Constants: 3180us + 120us,Type II CrO NAB 200nWb/m. Time Constants: 3180us + 70us,Pioneer Type I Ferro. Time Constants: 3180us+120us, -20 dB,Pioneer Typ II CrO2, Time Constants: 3180us+70us -20 dB,SONY Type I Ferro. Time Constants: 3180+120us, -20dB re 315Hz Level cassette,SONY Type I Ferro. Time Constants: 3180+120us, -20dB re 333Hz Level cassette,Type II CrO2 DIN 250nWb/m -20dB 3180us + 70us,Tascam 122mk3 Fr. Resp. Time Constants: 3180us + 120us,3-3/4 ips FR DIN 250 nWb/m -10 dB Time Constants: 3180+50us. Following frequencies can be recorded:20 Hz, 25 Hz, 31.5 Hz, 40 Hz, 50 Hz, 63 Hz, 80 Hz, 100 Hz, 125 Hz, 160 Hz, 200 Hz,250 Hz, 315 Hz (DIN Reference), 333 Hz (Philips Reference), 400 Hz (Nakamichi reference), 500 Hz, 630 Hz, 700 Hz,800 Hz, 1 kHz, 1.25 kHz,1.6 kHz, 2 kHz, 2.5 kHz,3 kHz, 3.15 kHz, 4 kHz, 5 kHz, 6.3 kHz, 7.5 kHz, 8 kHz, 10 kHz, 12 kHz, 12.5 kHz, 14 kHz, 15 kHz, 16 kHz, 18 kHz, 20 kHzPleas specify Cassette Frequency from the options above.

Sony TC-K615S 3-head, Dolby B/C/S cassette deck. Features manual tape calibration for bias and sensitivity. The deck has new capstan and control belts and new pinch roller. All deck functions including calibration mode were tested and they work as they should. Cosmetics are good, but the display is dim, still usable though but not in bright conditions. Due to this the initial price is lower than comparable units. Shipping is flat $30 to Continental USA only, no APO/FPO or PO Boxes

GennLab Standard Alignment Cassettes Frequency Response (FR) Please note. These cassettes are LEVEL cassettes (not 90 degrees ANGLE cassettes). They CAN NOT be used for final Azimuth adjustment.To perform playback frequency response test, set Playback Head Azimuth for maximum output for EACH Frequency Response cassette INDIVIDUALLY.On completion of playback frequency response test, finally set Playback Head Azimuth for maximum output and minimum difference in phase between channels using AZIMUTH cassettes. Suitable for Playback Frequency Response adjustment of any Cassette Tape Deck using AC millivoltmeter.Recorded -20dB below Reference Fluxiviti Level. See the options below.Level fluctuation: less than +/-0.2 dB measured. Typically +/-0.1 dBFrequency fluctuation: +/-0.01% measuredVertical azimutn angle: 90 degr. +/- 30 min (NOT suitable for final azimuth adjustments).Duration of each Tape 10 min recorded at the BEGINNING of the Tape from 00 min 30 sec to 10min 30 sec. Please specify Cassette Equalization Standard from the options below: Type I Ferro NAB 160nWb/m. Time Constants: 3180us + 120us,Type II CrO NAB 160nWb/m. Time Constants: 3180us + 70u,Nakamichi SX. Time Constants: 3180us + 70us,Type I Ferro NAB 200nWb/m. Time Constants: 3180us + 120us,Type II CrO NAB 200nWb/m. Time Constants: 3180us + 70us,Pioneer Type I Ferro. Time Constants: 3180us+120us, -20 dB,Pioneer Typ II CrO2, Time Constants: 3180us+70us -20 dB,SONY Type I Ferro. Time Constants: 3180+120us, -20dB re 315Hz Level cassette,SONY Type I Ferro. Time Constants: 3180+120us, -20dB re 333Hz Level cassette,Type II CrO2 DIN 250nWb/m -20dB 3180us + 70us,Tascam 122mk3 Fr. Resp. Time Constants: 3180us + 120us,3-3/4 ips FR DIN 250 nWb/m -10 dB Time Constants: 3180+50us. Following frequencies can be recorded:20 Hz, 25 Hz, 31.5 Hz, 40 Hz, 50 Hz, 63 Hz, 80 Hz, 100 Hz, 125 Hz, 160 Hz, 200 Hz,250 Hz, 315 Hz (DIN Reference), 333 Hz (Philips Reference), 400 Hz (Nakamichi reference), 500 Hz, 630 Hz, 700 Hz,800 Hz, 1 kHz, 1.25 kHz,1.6 kHz, 2 kHz, 2.5 kHz,3 kHz, 3.15 kHz, 4 kHz, 5 kHz, 6.3 kHz, 7.5 kHz, 8 kHz, 10 kHz, 12 kHz, 12.5 kHz, 14 kHz, 15 kHz, 16 kHz, 18 kHz, 20 kHzPleas specify Cassette Frequency from the options above.

GennLab Standard Alignment Cassettes.1 kHz, 3 kHz or 3.15 kHz Speed, Wof & Flutter.Please note. These cassettes are 3 kHz FREQUENCY cassettes. They can not be used to equalize channel outputs or as Frequency Response cassettes.Suitable for tape speed alignment of Cassette Tape Decks using Frequency Counter and W&F Meter.Only new TDK, MAXELL or TEAC 17u tape is used when recording.Time Constant: 3180us + 120us. Frequency: 1 kHz, 3 kHz or 3.15 kHz. Frequency fluctuation: +/-0.01% measured.Level: -10 dB re 0 dB 160 nWb/m @ 400 Hz for 3 kHz NAB tapes (Nakamichi DA09006A); -10 dB re 0 dB 250 nWb/m @ 315 Hz for 3,15 kHz DIN tapes; -10 dB re 0 dB 250 nWb/m @ 315 Hz for Tandberg 1 kHz DIN tapes. Duration: 5 min recorded at the BEGINNING of the Tape from 00 min 30 sec to 5min 30 sec;The residual W&F of the tape itself is 0.022 % RMS WEIGHTED measured to NAB / JIB C5551 Standards using for playback the same MX5050 Reel to Reel tape recorder the tape has been recorded on. A few measurements of the same tape portion have been done using a Neutrik A2 analizer. The results from 0.008% to 0.036% averaged to 0.022%. A cassette reproduced using our Nakamichi Dragon showed 0.014% to 0.057% averaged to 0.035%. Cassette Tape Deck speed alignmentThe tape frequency reading gradually drops slowly towards the end of 5 min. portion of the tape. This is normal, and it depends on the deck mechanism condition. To check your deck mechanism condition do following: 1. Read the deck Speed specifications (1-7/8 +/- ….%). 2. Calculate +/-….Hz tolerance from 1000, 3000 or 3150 Hz. 3. Playback ANY tape for 2 minutes to warm up motors and mechanism. 4. Playback the 1, 3 or 3.15 kHz Speed tape from the beginning of the tape for 1 min. Note the frequency in Hz at the end of the 1 min. portion of the tape. Say this is the Frequency at the Beginning of the Speed tape. 5. Stop the deck. Flip over the cassette. The 1 min. portion becomes the last minute of the tape. 6. Playback the tape from that 1 min. position and note the frequency in Hz at the beginning of that 1 min. portion of the tape. Say this is the Frequency at the End of the Speed tape. 7. Check if the frequency difference in Hz is within the decks Speed specifications tolerance. If not, a number of things could be the reason: too high back tension of the supply reel (dirty friction felt or misalignment), not enough friction in the capstan-pinch roller pair (dirty or dried out pinch roller), dried out capstan bearings lubrication, dried out and loose capstan belt, dried out motor bearings lubrication etc. 8. Finally, calculate the Average Frequency. F average = (F beginning + F end)/2. Calculate the Average Frequency Deviation from the Tape Nominal Frequency. Deviation = F average - F nominal. Adjust speed of the deck to obtain minimum possible Deviation.3kHz or 3.15kHz 1-7/8 4.76 cm/sec Speed Cassette is suitable for tape speed alignment of any Normal-speed Cassette Tape Deck (Nakamichi DA09006A).3kHz or 3.15kHz 15/16 ips 2.38 cm/sec Speed Cassette is suitable for tape speed alignment of any Low-speed Cassette Tape Deck (e.g. Nakamichi 680ZX).3 kHz or 3.15kHz 3-3/4 ips 9.53 cm/sec Speed Cassette is suitable for tape speed alignment of any Hi-speed Cassette Tape Deck.Tandberg Cass. No.21, 1000 Hz, 1-7/8 ips - 4.7625 cm/sec Speed Cassette is suitable for tape speed alignment of Tandberg cassette tape decks(TCD-910 etc.)To order a 7-1/2 ips or 15 ips Duplicator Speed Standard Calibration Cassette choose the Duplicator option. Suitable for Speed alignment of cassette duplicators (Otari DP-4050C2 etc.).Please specify Cassette Speed and Frequency.

GennLab Standard Alignment Cassettes. LevelSuitable for Playback Output Level alignment of any Cassette Tape Deck. Only new 17u TDK, MAXELL or TEAC tape is used when recording. Each tape has a duration of 10 minutes, recorded at the BEGINNING of the Tape from 00 min 30 sec to 10min 30 sec Level fluctuation less than +/-0.1 dB measured. Typically +/-0.06 dB Frequency fluctuation +/-0.01% (measured)To order a Dolby Level Cassette (A-BEX TCC-130) choose the option 1-7/8 ips 200 nWb/m, 400 Hz Dolby. Set Playback Output Level of each channel to match with Dolby marks on the VU-meters scale.This Cassette can be used for decks with DD Dolby marks on VU-meters (not suitable for Nakamichi decks).To order 400 Hz Level Tape for Nakamichi tape decks alignment choose the 1-7/8 ips Nakamichi Level, 400 Hz, A or Boption. Follow the procedures of the Nakamichi Service Manuals for those decks. These Cassettes are equivalent to Nakamichi DA09005A or B Test Cassettes.To order DIN Level Cassette choose the 1-7/8 ips 250 nWb/m 315 Hz 0dB DIN/IEC option. Suitable for Playback Output Level alignment of European and Tascam122mk3, 112Rmk2, 112mk2, 134B SYNCASET Cassette Tape Decks. Set Playback Output Level of each channel to match with 0 dB marks on the VU-meters scale.To order Tascam 122mk3 Standard Level Cassette choose the 1-7/8 ips Tascam 122mk3 0 VU option. Set Playback Output Level of each channel to match with 0 dB marks on the VU-meters scale.To order DIN 3-3/4 ips Level Cassette choose the 3-3/4 ips 250 nWb/m, 315 Hz DIN option.To order Pioneer Standard Level Cassette equivalent to the Level portion of Pioneer STD-331A/341A cassettes choose the 1-7/8 ips Pioneer Level 0 dB 333 Hz option. Suitable for Playback Output Level alignment of Pioneer (ST-F1250 etc.), Philips and SONY (European version) Cassette Tape Decks. Set Playback Output Level of each channel to match with 0 dB marks on the VU-meters scale. The set of this cassette plus Frequency Response Cassettes (333 Hz, 6.3 kHz, 10 kHz) is equivalent to Pioneer STD-341A cassettes.The set of this cassette plus Frequency Response Cassettes (333 Hz, 6.3 kHz, 8 kHz, 10 kHz, 12.5 kHz, 14 kHz) is equivalent to Pioneer STD-331A cassettes.To order Pioneer Standard Level Cassette equivalent to the Level portion of Pioneer STD-331B cassettes choose the 1-7/8 ips Pioneer Level 0 dB 315 Hz option. The set of this cassette plus Frequency Response Cassettes (40Hz, 63Hz, 125Hz, 250Hz, 315Hz, 500Hz, 1kHz, 2kHz, 4kHz 6.3 kHz, 8 kHz, 10kHz, 12.5kHz, 14kHz) is equivalent to Pioneer STD-331B cassettes.To order Tandberg Standard Level Cassette choose the Tandberg Cass. No.24, 250 nWb/m, 1000 Hz option. Suitable for Playback Output Level alignment of Tandberg cassette decks (TCD-910 etc.). This cassette is equivalent to Tandberg test cassette No.24 cassettes.To order a 15 ips Duplicator Standard Level Cassette choose the 15 ips Duplicator 160 nWb/m, 315 Hz DIN/IEC or 15 ips Duplicator 250 nWb/m, 333 Hz DIN/IEC from the Cassette Fluxivity Level option. Suitable for Playback Output Level alignment of cassette duplicators (OTARI DP-4050C2 etc.).One tone is recorded on each Cassette at the level corresponding to the Equalization curve and Reference Fluxivity.Please specify Cassette Speed, Level and Frequency.

GennLab Standard Alignment (calibration) Cassettes equivalent to Pioneer Calibration CassettesOne of the following cassettes can be ordered.GLPIC-301. Tape speed WOW & Flutter. -10dB at 3 kHz, Equivalent to Pioneer STD-301 cassettes.GLPIC-331 (GL-331). Multifrequency, 250 nWb/m at 333 Hz, 1590+120usec. 0dB 333Hz, -20dB 333Hz reference, 10kHz - 40Hz Freq. Response. Equivalent to Pioneer STD-331 cassettes.GLPIC-331A (GL-331A). Multifrequency, 250 nWb/m at 333 Hz, 3180+120usec. 0dB 333Hz, -20dB 333Hz reference, 14kHz - 40Hz Freq. Response. Equivalent to Pioneer STD-331A cassettes.GLPIC-334 (GL-334). Multifrequency, 250 nWb/m at 333 Hz, 1590+120usec. 0dB 333Hz, -10dB 10kHz, -20dB 333Hz reference, 6.3kHz Freq. Response. Equivalent to Pioneer STD-334 cassettes.GLPIC-341 (GL-341). Multifrequency, 250 nWb/m at 333 Hz, 1590+120usec. 0dB 333Hz, -20dB 10kHz, 333Hz reference, 6.3kHz Freq. Response. Equivalent to Pioneer STD-341 cassettes.GLPIC-341A (GL-341A). Multifrequency, 250 nWb/m at 333 Hz, 3180+120usec. 0dB 333Hz, -20dB 10kHz, 333Hz reference, 6.3kHz Freq. Response. Equivalent to Pioneer STD-341A cassettes.GLPIC-331B (GL-331B). Multifrequency, 160 nWb/m 315 Hz, 3180+120usec. 0dB 315Hz, -20dB 6.3kHz 10kHz azimuth, 315Hz reference, 14kHz - 40Hz Freq. Response. Equivalent to Pioneer STD-331B cassettes.GLPIC-331E (GL-331E). Multifrequency, 250 nWb/m 315 Hz, 3180+120usec. 0dB 315Hz, -20dB 6.3kHz 10kHz azimuth, 315Hz reference, 14kHz - 40Hz Freq. Response. Equivalent to Pioneer STD-331E cassettes.

GennLab Azimuth Alignment Cassettes.Following options are available315 Hz, 6.3, 8, 10, 12.5, 14 or 15 kHz Azimuth Test Cassette/Tape.Please note. These cassettes are 90 degrees ANGLE cassettes. They can not be used to equalize channel outputs or as Frequency Response cassettes.Suitable for Playback Head Azimuth alignment of any Cassette Tape Deck using a dual trace oscilloscope (minimum difference in phase between channels) or an AC millivoltmeter (maximum Output Level)Only new TDK, TEAC, MAXELL, SONY, AMPEX or RTM 17u tape is used when recording. Azimuth cassettes are recorded IN SHELL using a tape recorder with Record head azimuth control during recording.Time Constant: 3180us + 70usRecord Level: 20dB below 200nWb/m @ 400Hz. To order a cassette with different Record Level go to the TEAC Calibration Cassettes or SONY Calibration Cassettes page of GennLab.Frequency fluctuation: +/-0.01% measuredVertical azimutn angle: 90 degr. +/- 2 minDuration 10 min recorded in the MIDDLE of the Tape from 2 min 30 sec to 12 min 30 sec for the 1-7/8 ips tape.Please specify cassette Frequency from the following options:315 Hz, 6.3 kHz, 8 kHz, 10 kHz, 12.5 kHz, 14 kHz, 15 kHz, andcassette Speed from the following options:15/16 ips (2.38125 cm/sec), 1-7/8 ips (4.7625 cm/sec), 3-3/4 ips (9.525 cm/sec), 7-1/2 ips (19.05 cm/sec), 15 ips (38.1 cm/sec).

Sony TC-K615S 3-head, Dolby B/C/S cassette deck. Features manual tape calibration for bias and sensitivity. The deck has new capstan and control belts. All deck functions including calibration mode were tested and they work as they should. Cosmetics are average at best, scratches on top of the face plate and other places. Zoom photos for condition. Shipping is flat $30 to Continental USA only, no APO/FPO or PO Boxes

GennLab Azimuth Alignment Cassettes.Following options are available315 Hz, 6.3, 8, 10, 12.5, 14 or 15 kHz Azimuth Test Cassette/Tape.Please note. These cassettes are 90 degrees ANGLE cassettes. They can not be used to equalize channel outputs or as Frequency Response cassettes.Suitable for Playback Head Azimuth alignment of any Cassette Tape Deck using a dual trace oscilloscope (minimum difference in phase between channels) or an AC millivoltmeter (maximum Output Level)Only new TDK, TEAC, MAXELL, SONY, AMPEX or RTM 17u tape is used when recording. Azimuth cassettes are recorded IN SHELL using a tape recorder with Record head azimuth control during recording.Time Constant: 3180us + 70usRecord Level: 20dB below 200nWb/m @ 400Hz. To order a cassette with different Record Level go to the TEAC Calibration Cassettes or SONY Calibration Cassettes page of GennLab.Frequency fluctuation: +/-0.01% measuredVertical azimutn angle: 90 degr. +/- 2 minDuration 10 min recorded in the MIDDLE of the Tape from 2 min 30 sec to 12 min 30 sec for the 1-7/8 ips tape.Please specify cassette Frequency from the following options:315 Hz, 6.3 kHz, 8 kHz, 10 kHz, 12.5 kHz, 14 kHz, 15 kHz, andcassette Speed from the following options:15/16 ips (2.38125 cm/sec), 1-7/8 ips (4.7625 cm/sec), 3-3/4 ips (9.525 cm/sec), 7-1/2 ips (19.05 cm/sec), 15 ips (38.1 cm/sec).