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 E.Capacitor on Flash P.C.B.----------------------------------------------------------4 2 Warning --------------------------------------------------------------5 2.1. Prevention of Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) to Electrostatically Sensitive (ES) Devices ----------5 2.2.
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.
1.4. How to Discharge the E.Capacitor on Flash P.C.B. CAUTION: 1. Be sure to discharge the E.capacitor on FLASH P.C.B.. 2. Be careful of the high voltage circuit on FLASH 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).
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.
3.2.3. LENS UNIT: The minimum replacement part size of the Lens part is as shown below. When servicing, replace the following numbered replacement part size as the smallest size. 3.2.4. About Flexible Cable and Connector Do not touch carelessly so that the foreign body should not adhere to the terminal part of flexible cable and connector. Wipe off with a clean cloth and the cotton bud, etc.
3.4. How to Define the Model Suffix (NTSC or PAL model) There are seven kinds of DMC-FH8 and DMC-FS45, regardless of the colours. • a) DMC-FH8 (Japan domestic model) • b) DMC-FH8P/PC • c) DMC-FS45EB/EF/EG/EP • d) DMC-FS45EE • e) DMC-FH8GK •...
3.4.2. INITIAL SETTINGS: After replacing the MAIN P.C.B., make sure to perform the initial settings after achieving the adjustment by ordering the following procedure in accordance with model suffix of the unit. 1. IMPORTANT NOTICE: Before proceeding Initial settings, make 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 6. Set the model suffix in “INITIAL SETTINGS”: Press the “[ RIGHT ] of Cursor buttons”. The only set area is displayed, and then press the “[ RIGHT ] of Cursor buttons” after confirmation. (The unit is powered off automatically.) •...
Basic Selecting the Recording Mode Slide the REC/PLAY switch to [ Press [MODE]. Press / / / to select the Recording Mode. Press [MENU/SET]. List of Recording Modes Intelligent Auto Mode The subjects are recorded using settings automatically selected by the camera. Normal Picture Mode The subjects are recorded using your own settings.
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.
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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.
7 Service Fixture & Tools 7.1. Service Fixture and Tools The following Service Fixture and tools are used for checking and servicing this unit. 7.2. When Replacing the Main P.C.B. After replacing the MAIN P.C.B., be sure to achieve adjustment. The service software is available at “TSN Website”.
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. Disassembly Procedure 8.3.1. Removal of the Rear Case Unit Item Removal Rear Case Unit Fig. D1 Card Battery 4 Screws (A) 1 Screw (B) Fig. D2 5 Locking tabs Rear Case Unit Front Case Unit Fig. D3 1 Screw (C) Fig.
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Fig. D4 8.3.3. Removal of the Center Ornament Unit Fig. D2 8.3.2. Removal of the Front Case Unit Fig. D3 Fig. D5...
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Fig. D8 Fig. D6 8.3.5. Removal of the LCD Unit 8.3.4. Removal of the Sub Operation P.C.B. Fig. D9 Fig. D7...
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Fig. D10 8.3.6. Removal of the Lens Unit (W/CCD) Fig. D12 Fig. D11...
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Fig. D13 8.3.7. Removal of the Flash P.C.B. and Speaker Fig. D15 Fig. D14...
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8.3.8. Removal of the Main P.C.B. Fig. D17 [WHEN ASSEMBLING] CAUTION: Before soldering the Terminal A (Connecting part of Main P.C.B. and Top P.C.B.) Before soldering the Terminal A, make sure to tighten the "Screw (F)" first in order to eliminate the gap between Main P.C.B.
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8.3.9. Removal of the Flash Unit 8.3.11. Removal of the Battery Door Unit Fig. D18 8.3.10. Removal of the Top P.C.B. Fig. D20 8.3.12. Removal of the Battery Case Fig. D21 Fig. D19...
8.4. Removal of the CCD Unit When remove the CCD unit once (the screw(I) is loosened even a little), the optical tilt adjustment is required. When loosen the screw(I), necessary the optical tilt adjustment at the end of assembling. (Refer to item "9.3.2.") To prevent the CCD unit from catching the dust and dirt, do not remove the CCD unit except for replacing.
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 [ DISP. ] button after Flag reset. OIS Adjustment screen is displayed on the LCD panel. (Refer to Fig.3-3) 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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Model No. : DMC-FH8/FS45 Parts List Ref. Safety Part No. Part Name & Description Q'ty Remarks C3101 F1H1C105A097 C.CAPACITOR CH 16V 1U C6321 F1G0J1050007 C.CAPACITOR CH 6.3V 1U C7101 F1J0J1060009 C.CAPACITOR CH 6.3V 10U C7102 F1G1A1040006 C.CAPACITOR CH 10V 0.1U C7103 F1G1A1040006 C.CAPACITOR CH 10V 0.1U...
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Model No. : DMC-FH8/FS45 Frame and Casing Section...
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Model No. : DMC-FH8/FS45 Packing Parts and Accessories Section (1)
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Model No. : DMC-FH8/FS45 Packing Parts and Accessories Section (2)
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Model No. : DMC-FH8/FS45 Parts List Ref. Safety Part No. Part Name & Description Q'ty Remarks VEP56147A MAIN P.C.B. 1 E.S.D. VEP58165A FLASH P.C.B. 1 (RTL) E.S.D. VEP58164A TOP P.C.B. 1 (RTL) L0AA01A00102 SPEAKER VYK5R15 FRONT CASE UNIT 1 P-S VYK5R10 FRONT CASE UNIT 1 P-K...
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Model No. : DMC-FH8/FS45 Parts List Ref. Safety Part No. Part Name & Description Q'ty Remarks VQT3Z30 BASIC O/I (ENGLISH/SPANISH) VQT3Z31 BASIC O/I (ENGLISH/CANADIAN FRENCH) 1 PC VQT3Z32 BASIC O/I (SPANISH/PORTUGUESE) 1 PU VYQ7577 PACKING CASE 1 P-S VYQ7571 PACKING CASE 1 P-K,PC-K VYQ7597 PACKING CASE...
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Model No. : DMC-FH8/FS45 Parts List Ref. Safety Part No. Part Name & Description Q'ty Remarks VSK0772 AC ADAPTOR 1 GF,GA,EG,EP,EF,EE VSK0770 AC ADAPTOR 1 GK VSK0776 AC ADAPTOR 1 GN VSK0775 AC ADAPTOR 1 EB,GC VHD2205 SCREW 1 P,PC,PU,GF,GA,GK,GN,EG,EP, EF,EB,EE VHD2205 SCREW VHD2205...