1 Safety Precautions 1.1. General Guidelines 1.3. Leakage Current Hot Check (See Figure. 1) 1. IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE There are special components used in this equipment 1. Plug the AC cord directly into the AC outlet. Do not use which are important for safety. These parts are marked by an isolation transformer for this check.
2 Warning 2.1. Prevention of Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) to Electrostatically Sensitive (ES) Devices Some semiconductor (solid state) devices can be damaged easily by static electricity. Such components commonly are called Elec- trostatically Sensitive (ES) Devices. The following techniques should be used to help reduce the incidence of component damage caused by electrostatic discharge (ESD).
2.3. How to Replace the Lithium Battery 2.3.1. Replacement Procedure 1. Remove the Remote P.C.B.. (Refer to Disassembly Procedures.) 2. Unsolder the each soldering point of electric lead terminal for Lithium battery (Ref. No. “B7531” at component side of Remote P.C.B.) and remove the Lithium battery together with electric lead terminal.
A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local 2.4.2.3. How to Replace the Fuse Panasonic Dealer. 1. Remove the Fuse Cover with a screwdriver. If the fitted moulded plug is unsuitable for the socket outlet in your home then the fuse should be removed and the plug cut off and disposed of safety.
3 Service Navigation 3.1. Introduction This service manual contains technical information, which allow service personnel’s to understand and service this model. Please place orders using the parts list and not the drawing reference numbers. If the circuit is changed or modified, the information will be followed by service manual to be controlled with original service manual. 3.2.
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3.3.1.3. About Simplicity flange back adjustment * “Flange back” is the distance from the lens mount level to the Image Sensor level. When turning the image sensor unit mounting screw even a little or removing, the “simplicity flange back adjustment” is needed. Perform the “simplicity flange back adjustment”...
3.4. Service Notes 3.4.1. About Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Function The page number in this chapter does not show the page number of this service manual. 3.4.2. Important Notice of Servicing This camera unit has the personal information of wireless LAN connection the customer has registered. For the protection of private information, please erase the personal information after the completion of repair by “Initial Settings”.
3.5. General Description About Lead Free Solder (PbF) The lead free solder has been used in the mounting process of all electrical components on the printed circuit boards used for this equipment in considering the globally environmental conservation. The normal solder is the alloy of tin (Sn) and lead (Pb). On the other hand, the lead free solder is the alloy mainly consists of tin (Sn), silver (Ag) and copper (Cu), and the melting point of the lead free solder is higher approx.30°C (86°F) more than that of the normal solder.
How to Define the Model Suffix (NTSC or PAL Model) There are several types of DC-S1 (Camera body unit), regardless of the colours. • a) DC-S1 (Japan domestic model) • b) DC-S1P/PP • c) DC-S1E • d) DC-S1EE • e) DC-S1GD •...
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3.6.2. Initial Settings: After replacing the Main P.C.B. and/or Flash-ROM, make sure to perform the initial settings after achieving the adjustment by order- ing the following procedure in accordance with model suffix of the unit. 1. Important Notice: Before proceeding Initial settings, make sure to read the following CAUTION. 2.
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• Step 4. Display the Initial Settings: While pressing [ MENU/SET ] button and “[ RIGHT ] of Cursor buttons” simultaneously, turn the power off. The “Initial Settings” menu is displayed. [ CASE 1. After replacing the Main P.C.B. and/or Flash-ROM ] When Main P.C.B.
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• Step 5. Cancel “Strict” mode: Press the [ DISP. ] button to cancel “Strict” mode. (Confirm the “Strict” is disappeared.) • Step 6. Choose the Model Suffix in “Initial Settings”: (Refer to “CAUTION”) [Caution: After replacing the Main P.C.B. and/or Flash-ROM] The model suffix can been chosen, JUST ONE TIME.
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As for your reference, major default setting condition is as shown in the following table. • Default setting (After “Initial Settings”) MODEL VIDEO OUTPUT LANGUAGE DATE REMARKS a) DC-S1 (Japan domestic model) NTSC Japanese Year/Month/Date b) DC-S1P NTSC English Month/Date/Year c) DC-S1PP NTSC English Month/Date/Year d) DC-S1E English Date/Month/Year...
4 Specifications The following specification is for DC-S1E. Some specifications may differ depending on model suffix. The page number in this chapter does not show the page number of this service manual. 4.1. Camera Body...
5 Location of Controls and Components The following description is for DC-S1E. Some descriptions may differ depending on model suffix. The page number in this chapter does not show the page number of this service manual. 5.1. Camera Body 6WHUHR PLFURSKRQH F 6KXWWHU EXWWRQ F 7DNH FDUH QRW WR EORFN WKH >:%@ :KLWH %DODQFH EXWWRQ...
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6 Service Mode 6.1. Error Code Memory Function 1. General Description This unit is equipped with history of error code memory function, and can be memorized 16 error codes in sequence from the latest. When the error is occurred more than 16, the oldest error is overwritten in sequence. The error code is not memorized when the power supply is shut down forcibly.
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Error Code List The error code consists of 8 bit data and it shows the following information.
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Important Notice about “Error Code List” About “*” indication: The third digit from the left is different as follows. - In case of 0 (example: 2B001000) When the third digit from the left shows “0”, this error occurred under the condition of Initial Settings has been completed. It means that this error is occurred basically at user side.
7.2. Wi-Fi Circuit (WIFI BT P.C.B.) 7.2.1. How to Remove Wi-Fi Password Protection To prevent incorrect operation or use of the Wi-Fi function by a third party and to protect saved personal information, this unit pro- tects the Wi-Fi function with a password. It is unable to service with password locked condition.
8 Service Fixture & Tools 8.1. Service Fixture and Tools The following service fixture and tools are shown in the following information. About the adjustments of simplicity flange back, refer to “8.3. Service Position” section of this service manual for details.
8.2. Clean Box • The repair quality is considered, and it is recommended working in the environment of specified clean level less than class 10,000 (Federal Standard 209D). 8.3. When Replacing the Main P.C.B. After replacing the Main P.C.B., be sure to achieve adjustment. Refer to the adjustment instruction in the adjustment software for details.
8.4. Service Position This unit's service be done in the following service position, and the adjustments of simplicity flange back is executed. (Adjustments of simplicity flange back)
9.3. Disassembly Procedure Item Fig. Removal Battery Case Unit (Fig.D22) Screw (T) x 1 Convex x 4 Locking tab x 2 Item Fig. Removal Battery Heat Plate Rear Case 1 Unit (Fig.D1) Screw (A) x 3 Radiation Pad Eye Cup (Fig.D23) FP7891 (Flex) (Fig.D2)
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9.3.1. Precautions when disassembling / Item Fig. Removal 19 LCD Unit (Fig.D35) FP7203 (Flex) assembling Convex x 2 1. Body cap must remain installed to prevent it from dust, Screw (g) x 4 dirt, and so on when assembling / disassembling. Convex x 2 2.
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(Fig.D9) 9.3.3. Removal of the Top 1 Unit (Fig.D10) (Fig.D8)
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(Fig.D12) 9.3.4. Removal of the Main P.C.B. (Fig.D11) (Fig.D13)
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(Fig.D15) 9.3.5. Removal of the EXT MIC HP P.C.B. (Fig.D14) (Fig.D16)
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9.3.6. Removal of the Main Frame 9.3.7. Removal of the Tripod (Fig.D18) 9.3.8. Removal of the Shutter Mount Base Unit & Image Sensor Unit (Fig.D17) (Fig.D19)
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(Fig.D21) 9.3.9. Removal of the Battery Case Unit (Fig.D20) (Fig.D22)
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9.3.10. Removal of the WIFI BT P.C.B. (Fig.D24) (Fig.D23)
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9.3.11. Removal of the Battery Door Unit 9.3.12. Removal of the Battery FPC Plate, Battery FPC Unit (Fig.D26) (Fig.D25)
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9.3.13. Removal of the Shutter Spacer Unit, 9.3.14. Replacing of the Button Battery Front Dial Unit (Fig.D27) (Fig.D28)
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9.3.15. Removal of the SD Door Unit (Fig.D29) (Fig.D30)
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9.3.16. Removal of the Rear Plate Unit (Fig.D32) 9.3.17. Removal of the LVF Unit (Fig.D31) (Fig.D33)
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9.3.18. Removal of the Rear IF P.C.B. 9.3.19. Removal of the LCD Unit (Fig.D35) (Fig.D34)
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9.3.20. Removal of the Rear Operation FPC 9.3.22. Removal of the Hinge Unit Unit (Fig.D36) 9.3.21. Removal of the Rear Case Unit (Fig.D38) (Fig.D37)
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9.3.23. Removal of the Image Sensor Unit (Fig.D40) (Fig.D39)
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9.3.24. Removal of the Shutter Mount Base NOTE: (After Assembling) Make sure to confirm the following points after assembling. Unit • The screw is tightened enough. • Installing conditions are fine. (No distortion, no abnormal- space.) • No dust and/or dirt on image sensor surface. (live mos) •...
10 Measurements and Adjustments 10.1. Matrix Chart for Replaced Part and Necessary Adjustment The relation between Replaced part and Necessary Adjustment is shown in the following table. When concerned part is replaced, be sure to achieve the necessary adjustment(s). As for Adjustment condition/procedure, consult the “Adjustment Manual” which is available in Adjustment software. NOTE: After adjustments have been terminated, make sure to achieve “Initial Settings”.
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*2 NOTE: (About Simplicity flange back adjustment) When remove or turn the flange back adjustment screw, “Simplicity flange back adjustment” is necessary. When remove the flange back adjustment screw, please don’t reuse it. Use new one. [Abstract of “Simplicity flange back adjustment”] Set the camera in front of the chart and set center of the chart picture on LCD.
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*4 NOTE: (When exchange the Main P.C.B. and/or Flash-ROM (IP2201)) After exchanging the “Main P.C.B. and/or Flash-ROM”, first, execute “Initial Settings” to determine the model suffix, and then, cancel the “Initial Settings” and proceed the adjustments. When the adjustment data is rewrite without “Initial Settings” execution, may not be able to choose desire model suffix. During the “Initial Settings”...
11 Maintenance 11.1. Notice in External Cleaning 11.1.1. About the Body NOTE: Before cleaning the camera, remove the battery and/or disconnect power plug from the outlet. Also, remove the memory card and lens unit. 11.1.1.1. Dust/Dirt on the Outer Casing Part (S) 1.
12 Block Diagram 12.1. Overall Block Diagram MOUNT BOX UNIT MEMORY CARD MOS IMAGE SENSOR LENS UNIT 4/3” 24 MEGA PIX (Built in AFE) IC6501 MEMORY XQD CONT. CARD X2501 X6501 (48MHz) (72MHz) (25MHz) LENS CONTACT SHUTTER CHARGE SSWF BIS UNIT TERMINAL UNIT MOTOR...
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13 Wiring Connection Diagram 13.1. Interconnection Diagram TOP UNIT FRONT LVF UNIT FRONT DIAL P.C.B. R DIAL P.C.B. LVF DISPLAY PANEL EVF SW FPC EYE FPC REMOTE P.C.B. DIAL UNIT (FOIL SIDE) (FOIL SIDE) (FOIL SIDE) LEFT SW FPC FP7511 FP7205 D GND PLAY...
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14 Schematic Diagram Please click the radio button for “Diagrams II / Parts List” on the menu bar in XML Service Manual. If you want to print, please click the icon button for “Print” on the icon bar and select the item. 15 Printed Circuit Board Please click the radio button for “Diagrams II / Parts List”...