Been through this trauma before.
Most of the issues were because of the E03 multiplexer card. IC T23 (4016) and IC T24 (TL084).
In addition, on the E354 VCA card, IC 11 (4081) and IC 9 (4001).
The cut signal goes through these components. If I recall, the VCA group cuts are generated within the computer. They are then sent back down the channel's data lines, and via these cards and ICs.
Anthony.