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).
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NOTE: Above caution is applicable for a battery pack which is for DC-FT7/TS7 series, as well.
(Disregarding appearance change such as loss of paint or distortion of the part where drop impact is applied.) Panasonic’s test method is based on the above "MIL-STD 810F Method 516.5-Shock". However, the drop height was changed from 122 cm (4.0 feet) to 150 cm (5 feet) dropping onto 3 cm (0.1 feet) thick plyboard. This drop test was passed.
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.
3.6. How to Define the Model Suffix (NTSC or PAL Model) There are six kinds of DC-FT7 and DC-TS7, regardless of the colours. • a) DC-TS7P/PP • b) DC-FT7EG/EP/EF/EB • c) DC-FT7EE • d) DC-FT7GN • e) DC-TS7GK • f) DC-FT7GA, DC-TS7GH What is the difference is that the “Initial Settings”...
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3.6.2. Initial Settings: 1. Copy the contents of the “CK-Z117K5(CK36600) Sales Area Setting Tool” to a folder in Windows 7 PC. Note: The Initial Setting Tool is available at “TSN Website”. First of all, it is necessary installing the USB driver. Refer to the procedure described in “9.4.1.
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*When NG is displayed, please repeat from the step 2. 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-TS7P NTSC English Month/Date/Year b) DC-TS7PP...
5 Location of Controls and Components The following description is for DC-FT7GN. Some description may differ depending on model suffix. This page number in this chapter does not page number of this service manual.
6 Troubleshooting Guide 6.1. Service and Check Procedures 6.1.1. Servicing flow • The following is the servicing procedure including assembly/disassembly process. • As for the air-leak test, refer to "6.2. Air-leak Test". < Note > Air-leak test (inspection) before taking service measure: •...
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6.1.2. Periodical maintenance (Packing replacement) flow • The integrity of the waterproof packings may decrease about 1 year, with use and age. (We recommend end-users to replace the waterproof packing at least once each year described in the operating instructions.) •...
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6.1.3. Component of Waterproof Packing Kit < Note for replacement > • Do not touch the waterproof packings directly by the hand. • Do not perform cleaning of waterproof packings by the solvent of alcohol etc. or by blowing air. •...
6.2. Air-leak Test Due to the waterproof performance retention, perform the air-leak test using Air-leak tester (Part No.:RFKZ0528) before/after servicing when disassembling and assembling the unit. *The Air-leak test before servicing is necessary to be performed to check whether the malfunction occurred due to air-leak or not. 1.
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Measuring condition (For DC-FT7, DC-TS7) Item Specifications Remarks Setting pressure -38 kPa Exhusted period 720 sec. Stand-by period 270 sec. Measuring time*1 30 sec. (Period) Testing*1 ±0.2 kPa Pressure change within measurement time. Specification *Attach "L" size of absorption pad. [Exhaust Air] 4.
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 Sub Unit After replacing the Main Sub Unit, be sure to achieve adjustment.
8.2. Disassembly Procedure 8.2.1. Removal of the Bottom Cover 2. Remove the Front Cover Unit. * Does not damage the hook, when removing the Front 1. Remove 3 screws (A) and the Bottom Cover. Cover Unit. 8.2.2. Removal of the Deco Side Cover 1.
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2. After opening the Battery Cover, remove 2 screws (B). 4. Disconnect the 2 Connectors of the Main Sub Unit and remove the Rear Cover Assy. 8.2.5. Removal of the Top Cover Unit and the Button Shutter 3. Gently lift up the LCD Panel in the direction of the arrow 1.
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8.2.6. Removal of the Main Sub Plate and 2. Disconnect the 2 Connectors of the Main Sub Unit. the Lens Plate Unit 1. Remove 2 screws (E) and a screw (F). 2. Remove the Main Sub Plate. 3. Remove the EMI Sheet1 and the EMI Sheet 2, and remove the Lens Unit.
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8.2.9. Removal of the Main Sub Unit 8.2.11. Removal of the Battery Cover Unit 1. Remove the welds(1 - 6) for the Mic Unit and the Speaker 1. Remove the Battery Shaft. lead wires. 2. Remove the Battery Spring and the Battery Cover Unit. 2.
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8.2.15. Removal of the Rear Operation 2. Remove 3 screws (E) and 6 screws (G). P.C.B. and the Rear Button(S) 1. Remove the Rear Operation P.C.B.. 3. After detaching the tape fixing the FPC at location B, remove the LCD Bracket Unit. 2.
8.4. Disassembly Procedure (Waterproof kit) 8.4.1. Removal of the Rubber Battery 8.4.4. Removal of the Front Cover Unit 1. After opening the Battery Cover Unit, remove 2 screws 1. Remove 3 screws (B) and a screw (C). (H) and the Rubber Battery.
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8.4.5. Removal of the Rear Cover Assy * Does not damage the hook, when removing the Rear Cover Assy. 1. Remove 5 screws (D). 2. After opening the Battery Cover, remove 2 screws (B). 4. Disconnect the 2 Connectors of the Main Sub Unit and remove the Rear Cover Assy.
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8.4.10. Removal of the O Ring Shutter 3. Remove the Button Shutter Assy in the direction of the arrow. 1. Remove the O Ring Shutter. 8.4.11. Removal of the O Ring Housing 8.4.7. Removal of the Top Operation Plate 1. Remove the O Ring Housing.
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8.4.14. Removal of the Key Pad Rubber remove the LCD Bracket Unit. 1. Remove the Key Pad Rubber. 8.4.13. Removal of the Rear Operation Plate and the Rear Operation P.C.B. 1. Remove 5 screws (E) and the Rear Operation Plate. 8.4.15.
9 Measurements and Adjustments 9.1. Introduction When servicing this unit, make sure to perform the adjustments necessary based on the part(s) replaced. NOTE: (When replacing the Main Sub Unit) • It is necessary to use the “V50_USBDriver” and “ck36600 Write Test Flag AP ver 01.01.20180319.00”. •...
[ For RFKZ0523 Light Box ] 9.3. Matrix Chart (Replaced Part and Adjustment Item) 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. Note: •...
9.4. Adjustment Procedure 9.4.1. USB Driver Installation 1. In Windows 7 Operation System, copy the contents of the 6. Click “Install” to continue. “V50_USBDriver“ to a folder of your PC. 2. Setting the DSC. 2-1) Set the battery to the camera. 2-2) Insert the SD memory card containing the “Enable Test.txt”...
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9.4.2. OIS Write Tool 1. In Windows 7 Operation System, copy the contents of the “ck36600 Write Test Flag AP Ver 01.01.20180319.OD“ to a folder of your PC. 2. Setting the DSC. 5. Click on “Start”, it will write the “OIS data” into the cam- 2-1) Set the battery to the camera.
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9.4.3. MB/LCD Function Check 2-3) Press “Menu/Set”, and select “OK”, and press “Menu/Set” again to start checking. 1. Setting the DSC. 1-1) Set the battery to the camera. 1-2) Insert the SD memory card containing the “Enable Test.txt” into the camera. 1-3) Turn off the power.
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9.4.4. Hall Calibration 9.4.5. OB Calibration 1. Setting the DSC. 1. Setting the DSC. 1-1) Set the battery to the camera. 1-1) Set the battery to the camera. 1-2) Insert the SD memory card containing the “Enable 1-2) Insert the SD memory card containing the “Enable Test.txt”...
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9.4.6. WB/AGC Calibration 1-7) Set the DSC to the front of Light Box closely. 1. Setting the DSC. 1-1) Set the battery to the camera. 1-2) Insert the SD memory card containing the “Enable Test.txt” into the camera. 1-3) Turn off the power. 1-4) Continue pushing ”...
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9.4.7. MeShut Calibration 1-7) Set the DSC to the front of Light Box closely. 1. Setting the DSC. 1-1) Set the battery to the camera. 1-2) Insert the SD memory card containing the “Enable Test.txt” into the camera. 1-3) Turn off the power. 1-4) Continue pushing ”...
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9.4.8. Dark DP Calibration 2-4) When calibration finishes, the screen will show the result “OK” or “NG”. 1. Setting the DSC. 1-1) Set the battery to the camera. 1-2) Insert the SD memory card containing the “Enable Test.txt” into the camera. 1-3) Turn off the power.
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9.4.10. Light / S.S / Preview Calibration 2. Execute Calibration. 2-1) Choose “FOCUS” by Cursor key, and press “Play- 1. Setting the DSC. back”. 1-1) Set the battery to the camera. 1-2) Insert the SD memory card containing the “Enable Test.txt”...
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9.4.11. FLASH WB Calibration 2. Execute Calibration. 2-1) Choose “FLASH WB” by Cursor key, and press 1. Setting the DSC. “Playback”. 1-1) Set the battery to the camera. 1-2) Insert the SD memory card containing the “Enable Test.txt” into the camera. 1-3) Turn off the power.
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 ;...
11 Exploded View and Replacement Parts List 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.