TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE PAGE 1 Safety Precautions -----------------------------------------------3 1.1. General Guidelines ----------------------------------------3 1.2. Leakage Current Cold Check ---------------------------3 1.3. Leakage Current Hot Check (See Figure 1.)--------3 1.4. How to Discharge the Capacitor on Flash Top P.C.B.----------------------------------------------------------4 2 Warning --------------------------------------------------------------5 2.1.
1 Safety Precautions 1.1. General Guidelines 1.3. Leakage Current Hot Check 1. IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE (See Figure 1.) 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.
1.4. How to Discharge the Capacitor on Flash Top P.C.B. CAUTION: 1. Be sure to discharge the capacitor on FLASH TOP P.C.B.. 2. Be careful of the high voltage circuit on FLASH TOP P.C.B. when servicing. [Discharging Procedure] 1. Refer to the disassemble procedure and remove the necessary parts/unit. 2.
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).
A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local 2.2.2.3. 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.
NOTE: This Lithium battery is a critical component. (Type No.: ML421 Manufactured by Energy Company, Panasonic Corporation.) It must never be subjected to excessive heat or discharge. It must therefore only be fitted in requirement designed specifically for its use.
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.
3.4. How to Define the Model Suffix (NTSC or PAL model) There are eight kinds of DMC-FX66/FX68, regardless of the colours. • a) DMC-FX66 (Japan domestic model), DMC-FX66SG • b) DMC-FX66EB/EF/EG/EP • c) DMC-FX66EE • d) DMC-FX68GT • e) DMC-FX68GK •...
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3.4.2. INITIAL SETTINGS: After replacing the MAIN P.C.B., be sure to perform the initial settings after achieving the adjustment by ordering the following pro- cedure in accordance with model suffix of the unit. 1. IMPORTANT NOTICE: Before proceeding Initial settings, be sure to read the following CAUTIONS. 2.
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[CASE 1. After replacing MAIN P.C.B.] When MAIN P.C.B. has just been replaced, all of the model suffix is displayed as follows. (Five pages in total) [CASE 2. Other than “After replacing MAIN P.C.B.”] • Step 5. Choose the model suffix in “INITIAL SETTINGS”: (Refer to “CAUTION 1”) [Caution: After replacing MAIN P.C.B.] The model suffix can been chosen, JUST ONE TIME.
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• Step 7. CONFIRMATION: Confirm the display of “PLEASE SET THE CLOCK” in concernd language when the unit is turned on again. When the unit is connected to PC with USB cable, it is detected as removable media. 1) As for your reference, major default setting condition is as shown in the following table. •...
21 Card/Battery door 22 Release lever 23 DC coupler cover When using an AC adaptor, ensure that the Panasonic DC coupler and AC adaptor are used. We recommend you use a battery with sufficient battery power or the AC adaptor when recording motion pictures.
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The only batteries suitable for use with this unit are genuine Panasonic products and batteries manufactured by other companies and certified by Panasonic. (Batteries which do not support this function cannot be used). Panasonic cannot in any way guarantee the quality, performance or safety of batteries which have been manufactured by other companies and are not genuine Panasonic products.
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 (i.e.,when the unit is powered on by the battery, the battery is pulled out) The error code is memorized to FLASH-ROM when the unit has just before powered off.
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• 3. Error Code List The error code consists of 8 bits data and it shows the following information.
Important notice about "Error Code List" 1) About "*" indication: The third digit from the left is different as follows. - In case of 0 (example: 18001000) When the third digit from the left shows "0", this error occurred under the condition of INITIAL SETTINGS has been completed.
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3. How to read 4. How to exit: Simply, turn the power off. (Since ICS function is executed under the condition of temporary cancellation of "INITIAL SETTINGS", it wake up with normal condition when turn off the power.)
7.2. When Replacing the Main P.C.B. After replacing the MAIN P.C.B., be sure to achieve adjustment. The adjustment instruction is available at “software download” on the “Support Information from NWBG/VDBG-AVC” web-site in “TSN system”, together with Maintenance software. 7.3. Service Position This Service Position is used for checking and replacing parts.
8 Disassembly and Assembly Instructions 8.1. Disassembly Flow Chart This is a disassembling chart. When assembling, perform this chart conversely. 8.2. P.C.B. Location...
8.3.12. Removal of the Battery Door Unit 8.4. Lens Disassembly Procedure Precaution: 1. Do not remove the CCD when disassembling or re- assembling the lens in order to maintain it clean. When remove it, refer to item "8.6.". 2. Keep dust or dirt away from the lens. 3.
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8.4.1. Removal of the Zoom Motor and 8.4.2. Removal of the Master Flange Unit Lens FPC Unit 1. Unscrew the 3 screws (C). 2. Unscrew the 1 screw (D). 1. Remove the 18 solders (A). 3. Remove the master flange unit. 2.
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8.4.3. Removal of the Cam Frame Unit/ 8.4.4. Removal of the Direct Frame/1st Direct Frame/1st Lens Frame Unit/ Lens Frame Unit/2nd Lens Frame 2nd Lens Frame Move Unit Move Unit 1. Push the cam frame unit from the lens front side in the 1.
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8.4.5. Removal of the 1st Lens Frame 8.4.6. Removal of the 2nd Lens Frame Unit/2nd Lens Frame Move Unit Move Unit 1. Remove the convex (2 points), and then draw out the 1. Draw out 2nd lens frame move unit in the direction of shutter flex.
8.5. Assembly Procedure for the 8.5.2. Phase alignment of the Drive Frame Unit/Penetration Unit Lens Fixed Frame Unit 8.5.1. Phase alignment of the Drive Frame Unit and Penetration Cam Unit...
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8.5.3. Install of the 2nd Lens Frame Move 8.5.4. Install of the 1st Lens Frame Unit/ Unit 2nd Lens Frame Move Unit...
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8.5.5. Phase alignment of the Direct 8.5.6. Phase alignment of the Cam Frame Frame/1st Lens Frame Unit/2nd Unit/Direct Frame/1st Lens Frame Lens Frame Move Unit and Cam Unit/2nd Lens Frame Move Unit and Frame Unit Fixed Frame Unit/Drive Frame Unit/ Penetration Cam Unit...
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8.5.7. Install of the Master Flange Unit 8.5.8. Install of the Lens FPC Unit and Zoom Motor...
8.6. Removal of the CCD Unit 8.7. Removal of the Focus Motor To prevent the CCD unit from catching the dust and dirt, do not remove the CCD unit except for replacing.
8.8. Application Grease Method The grease application parts of lens unit are as follows. Apply grease additionally in the specified position if necessary. When the grease is applied, use a toothpick and apply thinly. • Focus motor (lead screw)/Fasten groove of nut/Guide pole - Grease: RFKZ0472 - Amount of application: 2 - 4 mg •...
9 Measurements and Adjustments 9.1. Introduction When servicing this unit, make sure to perform the adjustments necessary based on the part(s) replaced. Before disassembling the unit, it is recommended to back up the camera data stored in flash-rom as a data file. IMPORTANT NOTICE (After replacing the MAIN P.C.B.) After replacing the MAIN P.C.B., it is necessary to use the “DIAS”...
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9.2.2. Flash-Rom Data Backup When trouble occurs, it is recommended to backup the Flash-rom data before disassembling the unit. There are two kinds of Flash-rom data backup methods: [ ROM_BACKUP (Method of Non-PC backup) ] 1. Insert the SD-card into the camera. 2.
9.3. Details of Electrical Adjustment 9.3.1. How to execute the Electrical Adjustment It is not necessary to connect the camera to a PC to perform adjustments. “Flag reset operation” and “Initial setting operation” are required when carrying out the alignment, follow the procedure below. 9.3.1.1.
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9.3.1.3. Execute Adjustment (In case of “OIS Adjustment”) 1. Perform step “9.3.1.1.” to “9.3.1.2.”, to reset the OIS flag status “F” (Set) to “0” (Reset) 2. Press [ DISPLAY ] button after Flag reset. OIS Adjustment screen is displayed on the LCD panel. (Refer to Fig.3-4) 3.
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9.3.2. Adjustment Specifications The following matrix table shows the relation between the replaced part and the Necessary Adjustment. When a part is replaced, make sure to perform the necessary adjustment(s) in the order indicated. The table below shows all the information necessary to perform each adjustment.
9.4. After Adjustment 9.4.1. Initial Setting Since the initial setting has been released to execute the built-in adjustment software, it should be set up again before shipping the camera to the customer. Refer to the procedure described in “3.4.2. INITIAL SETTINGS” for details. [ IMPORTANT ] 1.
10 Maintenance 10.1. Cleaning Lens and LCD Panel Do not touch the surface of lens and LCD Panel with your hand. When cleaning the lens, use air-Blower to blow off the dust. When cleaning the LCD Panel, dampen the lens cleaning paper with lens cleaner, and the gently wipe the its surface. Note: The Lens Cleaning KIT ;...
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DSC1002011CE S1. About Indication of The Schematic Diagram Service Manual S1.1. Important Safety Notice COMPONENTS IDENTIFIED WITH THE MARK HAVE THE SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS Diagrams and Replacement FOR SAFETY. WHEN REPLACING ANY OF THESE COMPONENTS USE ONLY THE SAME TYPE. 1.Although reference number of the parts is indicated on the P.C.B. drawing and/or Parts List schematic diagrams, it is NOT mounted on the P.C.B.
S2. Voltage Chart Note) Indicated voltage values are the standard values for the unit measured by the DC electronic circuit tester (high-impedance) with the chassis taken as standard. Therefore, there may exist some errors in the voltage values, depending on the internal impedance of the DC circuit tester. S2.1.
S4.2. Sub Operation Schematic Diagram PLAY <==> REC K0D112B00145 S9501 FRAME_GND REC_PLAY_SW R9501 FT9501 TO MAIN BOARD BL_MINUS RIGHT RIGHT BL_PLUS VREF_Y VREF_Y K1MN04BA0162 G_GYRO_Y G_GYRO_Y FP9501 GYRO_GND TO BACKLIGHT GYRO_GND DOWN DOWN PW_GY3R1V PW_GY3R1V DELETE DELETE DISPLAY DISPLAY MENU MENU LEFT LEFT...
S4.3. Flash Top Schematic Diagram CAUTION: FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST FIRE HAZARD, REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME TYPE 1.5A 32V FUSE. GYRO_X(YAW) ATTENTION: POUR UNE PROTECTION CONTINUE LES RISQUES 1.5A 32V D' INCENDIE N' UTILISERQUE DES FUSIBLE DE MÉME TYPE 1.5A 32V. C7302 N.C.
ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE (ESD) TO ELECTROSTATICALLY SENSITIVE (ES) DEVICES section. Definition of Parts supplier: 1. Parts marked with [ENERGY] in the remarks column are supplied from Panasonic Corporation Energy Company. 2. Parts marked with [PAVCSG] in the remarks column are supplied from PAVCSG.
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DMC-FX66/ FX68 series vol.1 Ref.No. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks Ref.No. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks R8038 ERJ3GEYJ100V M.RESISTOR CH 1/10W 10 1 [PAVCSG] VEP59078A SUB OPERATION FPC UNIT 1 (RTL) E.S.D. VEP58108A FLASH TOP P.C.B. 1 (RTL) E.S.D.[PAVCSG] S8001 K0F212A00003...
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DMC-FX66/ FX68 series vol.1 Ref.No. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks Ref.No. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks 108-2 VMB4308 FOCUS SPRING ML-421S/ZTK SMALL SECONDARY BATTERIES 1 [Energy] 108-3 VXP3298 3RD LENS FRAME UNIT VEP56099A MAIN P.C.B. 1 (RTL) E.S.D. VGQ0M00 BATTERY LOCK KNOB VHD2019...
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DMC-FX66/ FX68 series vol.1 Ref.No. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks Ref.No. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks VPK4273 PACKING CASE 1 EB-S,EE-S,EG-S,EP-S,SG-S VPF1317 CAMERA BAG VPK4276 PACKING CASE 1 EB-K,EE-K,EF-K,EG-K,EP-K DE-A60AA BATTERY CHARGER 1 EB,EF,EG,EP,GN VPK4284 PACKING CASE 1 EB-V,EF-V,EG-V,EP-V,SG-V DE-A60BB BATTERY CHARGER...