Sinclair QL Service Manual
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SECTION 5
PARTS LISTS

  1. Serial Numbers
  2. Parts List/Modification History
  3. Retrospective (Mandatory) Modifications
  4. Notes to Tables

1. SERIAL NUMBERS

1.1 The serial number is visible on a label attached to the underside of the Sinclair QL thus: D13 59643. Prefix D13 relates to the build standard (B/S) and Issue Number, 59643, is the number of the production run.

2. PARTS LISTS / MODIFICATION HISTORY

2.1 Parts lists for the Sinclair QL are presented in tabular form. They cover p.c. board Issue 5 (build standard D6 to D13) and p.c. board Issue 6 (build standard 14 and beyond). The Issue 6 p.c. board introduces a number of relatively minor circuit changes from Issue 5. These are illustrated in Figures 5.1 and 5.2 and itemised in Tables 5.1 to 5.5 under separate columns labelled Issue 5 and Issue 6.

2.2 Items listed on Issue 5 relate to build standard D13, incorporating the latest version firmware (i.e. 32k and 16k JM masked ROMs in IC33, IC34 respectively). Earlier build standards (D6 to D10) saw the progressive introduction of improved firmware starting with a pickaback 16k EPROM replacing the external 'dongle'. A history of these early units is tabulated below.

BUILD STANDARDIC33IC34MASK
D62 x 16k EPROM16k EPROMAH
D72 x 16k EPROM16k EPROMJM
D832k ROM16k EPROMAH
D932k ROM16k ROMAH
D1032k EPROM16k EPROMJM
D11-D1432k ROM16k ROMJM

2.3 Build standard D12 saw the introduction of modifications to the microdrive circuits foil owed by a new microdrive cartridge chassis at build standard D13. The JM version ROM firmware and microdrive improvements were carried out to Issue 6 (build standards D14, D15).

3. RETROSPECTIVE (MANDATORY) MODIFICATIONS

3.1 In order to improve performance and reliability the following components must be added/replaced on all pre-build standard 12 QLs returned for repair (see Section 4).

  1. R104 (82 Ω) introduced in TR1 collector circuit.
  2. R92 (formerly 220 Ω) increased to 390 Ω.
  3. R105/R106 (1 kΩ) introduced across C19, D17.
  4. D22/D23 (1N4148) introduced in series with R100/R101.
  5. R102/R103 (33 kΩ) introduced between IC23 pins 21 and 19 and VM12 (-12 V rail).
  6. firmware (IC33, IC34) to be upgraded to build standard D11.

4. NOTES TO TABLES

  1. Early Issue 5 boards fitted with 43 kΩ resistors; do not replace unless it does not meet colour test criteria.
  2. Retrospective (mandatory) modification required - see sub-section 3 (above) and Section 4 - Fault Diagnosis and Repair.
  3. Fitted according to build standard and Issue.
  4. BC183P is alternative type - NOTE: leads are reverse of BC184.
  5. IC17 only fitted on Issue 5 EPROM versions.
  6. IC38 replaces IC27 on Issue 6 versions.

TABLE 5.1 GENERAL ASSEMBLY
DescriptionManufacturer/Type
QL Base Assembly
Microdrive Chassis (2 off) - Table 5.3
Final PCB Assembly - Table 5.5
Loudspeaker Assembly60 Ω, 23 mm, TV
Heatsink Assembly - Table 5.2
Bottom Case Moulding
Bottom Case Fixings
1/4-in self-tap (2 off)PCB Fixings
Fibre washer (2 off)
5/16-in self-tap (2 off)MDV Fixings
1/2-in self-tap (2 off)
3/4-in self-tap (2 off)
QL Keyboard Assembly
Yellow LED (D27)
Red LED - 2 off (D20, D21)
QL Membrane
Keyboard Backplate
Keyboard and Bubble Mat
Keyboard Assembly Fixings
Adhesive Cable Clip
Double-sided Tape (0.5-in wide)
1/4-in self-tap - keyboard backplate
ROM Cartridge Bung
MDV Extension Bung
BUS Extension Bung
General Assembly Fixings
5/16-in self-tap (4 off)Keyboard/Base
1 1/4-in self-tap (4 off)

TABLE 5.2 HEATSINK ASSEMBLY
DescriptionManufacturer/Type
HeatsinkWakefield Mk.2
+5V Regulator (IC35)7805
3-pin connectorMolex, 4025
Heatsink Fixings
M3 x 10 mm pan hd screw1-off
M3 plain washer1-off
M3 crinkle washer1-off

TABLE 5.3 MICRODRIVE CHASSIS
DescriptionManufacturer/Type
Microdrive Cassette Chassis Assembly
Cassette Chassis
Motor Assembly
Microswitch Assembly
Drive Roller (parallel)
Plastic Roller
Cassette Chassis Fixings
M2.5 x 4 csk self-tap, motor fixings
2,28 x 3/5-in self-tap, microswitch fixing
Microdrive PCB Assembly - Table 5.4
PCB Fixings
No. 4 x 5/16-in self-tap (2 off)
Fibre Washers (2 off)
ULA Screen

TABLE 5.4 MICRODRIVE BOARD
Circuit RefISSUE 5ISSUE 6NotesRating/% TolManufacturer/Type
MDV1MDV2
CAPACITORS (all axial types unless otherwise stated)
C5C6330 pFAs Issue 52.5%HS30, Suflex
C9C100.47 F35VITT
C11C120.22 F35VITT
C13C14330 pF2.5%HS30, Suflex
C15C16220 pF2.5%HS30, Suflex
C17C18220 pF2.5%HS30, Suflex
C49C5047 nF50V
C51C5247 nF50V
DC28DC29100 F50V, 10%+80%
RESISTORS
R34R35330RAs Issue 55%, 1/4W
R36R37330R5%, 1/4W
R38R394K75%, 1/4W
R40R414K75%, 1/4W
R42R434K75%, 1/4W
R44R454K75%, 1/4W
R100R1012K25%, 1/4W
DIODES
D12D131N4148As Issue 5
D14D151N4148
D22D231N4148(2)
INTEGRATED CIRCUITS
IC29IC302G007-Issue 3As Issue 5ULAFerranti
IC31IC3278M05+5V Regulator
MISCELLANEOUS
HBC1HBC2A10021As Issue 52-off each7-way flex. connector/cable

TABLE 5.5 FINAL BOARD ASSEMBLY
Circuit RefISSUE 5ISSUE 6NotesRating/% TolManufacturer/Type
CAPACITORS
C132 pFAs Issue 55%Ceramic
C222 pF5%Ceramic/TB
C44.7 pF25V, -10%+50%Electrolytic/Axial
C1947 nF50V
C2047 nF50V
C2122 µF16VElectrolytic/Radial
C2222 pF16VElectrolytic/Radial
C2322 pF16V, -10%+50%Electrolytic/Axial
C2422 pF16V, -10%+50%Electrolytic/Axial
C2522 µF16V, -10%+50%Electrolytic/Axial
C260.01 pF20%Ceramic/TB
C270.1 pF50V, -20%+80%
C280.1 µF50V, -20%+80%
C29220 pF10%
C30220 pF10%
C3116 pF22 pF5%Ceramic
C320.01 µFAs Issue 520%Ceramic/TB
C330.1 µF50V, -20%+80%
C3447 pF5%Ceramic/TB
C35100 µF-10%, +80%Electrolytic/Axial
C3647 nF50V
C37470 pF25V, -10%+50%Electrolytic/Axial
C384.7 µF16VElectrolytic/Radial
C39470 µF25VElectrolytic/Radial
C404.7 pF16VElectrolytic/Radial
C410.33 pF50VElectrolytic/Radial
C4247 pF10VElectrolytic/Radial
C430.1 µF50V, -20%+80%
C440.1 µF50V, -20%+80%
C451 nF2%Ceramic
C460.1 µF50V, -20%+80%
C4722 µF16VElectrolytic/Radial
C480.01 µF20%Ceramic/TB
C53NOT USED22 pF5%Ceramic
DC1-290.1 pF0.1 µF50V, -20%+80%
RESISTORS
R1-R63K3As Issue 55%, 1/4W
R7330R5%, 1/4W
R847K5%, 1/4W
R93K35%, 1/4W
R10680R5%, 1/4W
R111K5%, 1/4W
R123K95%, 1/4W
R1310K5%, 1/4W
R1447R5%, 1/4W
R15330R5%, 1/4W
R16330R5%, 1/4W
R17-2410K5%, 1/4W
R25180R5%, 1/4W
R263K35%, 1/4W
R273K35%, 1/4W
R281K5%, 1/4W
R291K5%, 1/4W
R32820R5%, 1/4W
R33820R5%, 1/4W
R461K5%, 1/4W
R472K25%, 1/4W
R488K25%, 1/4W
R498K25%, 1/4W
R508K25%, 1/4W
R511K5%, 1/4W
R521K5%, 1/4W
R531K5%, 1/4W
R5447K(1)1%, 1/4W
R552K21%, 1/4W
R566K85%, 1/4W
R5711K5%, 1/4W
R5855K65%, 1/4W
R5922K5%, 1/4W
R6115R5%, 1/4W
R62-693K35%, 1/4W
R701M5%, 1/4W
R712K25%, 1/4W
R72-7933R5%, 1/4W
R8015M0.5W
R35100R5%, 1/4W
R86270R5%, 1/4W
R871K5%, 1/4W
R8875R5%, 1/4W
R891K5%, 1/4W
R901K5%, 1/4W
R9147K5%, 1/4W
R92390R(2)5%, 1/4W
R933K35%, 1/4W
R943K35%, 1/4W
R951K5%, 1/4W
R962K25%, 1/4W
R971K5%, 1/4W
R984K75%, 1/4W
R992K25%, 1/4W
R10233KZERO Ω(2)5%, 1/4W
R10333KZERO Ω(2)5%, 1/4W
R10482R82R(2)5%, 1/4W
R1051K1K(2)5%, 1/4W
R1061K1K(2)5%, 1/4W
JU1-6ZERO Ω-(3)
DIODES
D1-D171N4148As Issue 5
D20LD235RRED LEDSIFAM
D21LD235RRED LEDSIFAM
D25BA157
D26BA157
D27LD235YYELLOW LEDSIFAM
D281N4148
D291N4148
TRANSISTORS
TR1BC184As Issue 5(4)
TR2ZTX510/BSX29-SGS
TR3BC184(4)
TR4BC184(4)
TR5RC184(4)
TR6ZTX551
TR7ZTX551
TR8ZTX313/MPS2369
TR9ZTX313/HPS2369
INTEGRATED CIRCUITS
IC1-16HM4864P-2As Issue 5AlternativesHitachi
TMS4164-15NLTexas
MCM6665AP15Motorola
MK4564N15Mostek
UPD4164C-3NEC
MSM3764-15RSOKI
TMS4146-12NLTexas
HYB4164P2BDSIE
IC1774LS00(5)
IC18MC68008Motorola
IC19, IC2074LS257NOT Nat. Semi
IC2174LS245NOT Nat. Semi
IC22ZX8301Plessey/Sinclair
IC23ZX8302NCR/Sinclair
IC248049NEC
IC251488
IC261489A
IC2774LS03
IC28MC1377PMC1377PMotorola
IC3323256(2)32k ROM, JM Mask
IC342312823128(2)16k ROM, JM Mask
IC3679L1279L12-12V Regulator
IC3778L1278L12+12V Regulator
IC38-HAL16L8(6)Sinclair
CONNECTORS
J164-wayAs Issue 5Viking, Euro connector A/B
J230-wayEdge connector
J3, J4603A LHBICC, BT type
J5, J6603A RHBICC, BT type
J7Jack8-pin DIN
J83-pin SktPhillips, Mains
J9, J10JackSingle pol, NC
J11TE9FS/18B9-way flex
J12TE11FS/18B11-way flex
HBC1/24 offAries, 7-way flex. socket
LSMWP2P-1BBurndy
LEDS (D20, D21, D27)MWP6P-1BBurndy
MISCELLANEOUS COMPONENTS
TC1540pFAs Issue 5Trimmer
M1UM1233Astex, E36 Modulator
X1HC18-U15MHz, 20ppm
X2MX3832.768kHz, 20ppm
X3HC18T-U4.4336MHz, 20ppm
X4-11MHz, 10ppm
S3RESETP/B SwitchSchadow, DPCO


FIGURE 5.1 PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD (Issue 5) COMPONENT LAYOUT


FIGURE 5.2 PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD (Issue 6) COMPONENT LAYOUT


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