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.
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. Examples of typical ES devices are integrated circuits and some field-effect transistors and semiconductor "chip"...
2.3.2.3. How to Replace the Fuse A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local 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.: ML-614S/ZTK 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 seven kinds of HDC-HS80. • a) HDC-HS80P • b) HDC-HS80PC • c) HDC-HS80EB/EC/EG/EP/GN • d) HDC-HS80EE • e) HDC-HS80GK • f) HDC-HS80GT • g) HDC-HS80GA/GC/PU What is the difference is that the “INITIAL SETTING” data which is stored in Flash ROM mounted on Main P.C.B.. 3.4.1.
3.5. Precautions for Handling HDD 1. Handle HDD very carefully to prevent the static electricity and shock. 2. Set the HDD quickly after taking it out from the package. Make sure to put the HDD on buffer materials, etc. 3.5.1. Precautions at incoming process and for opening packages...
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3.5.3. Precautions for inserting and removing HDD FPC Make sure to use the tool (LSVQ0112) when locking and unlocking the lock lever of HDD FPC connector. Do not lock the lock lever without inserting HDD FPC. Otherwise, the connector may be damaged.
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Make sure to use the tool (LSVQ0112) when opening and closing the lock lever. When install the HDD to main unit, necessary install the HDD FPC and HDD cushion.
5 Location of Controls and Components Speaker USB terminal [ ] Intelligent auto/Manual button [iA/MANUAL] Optical image stabilizer button O.I.S.] Power button [ HDMI mini connector [HDMI] AV multi connector Use the AV multi cable (only the supplied ● AV MULTI cable).
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19 Tripod receptacle ● If you attach a tripod which has 5.5 mm (0.22 ) screw or larger, it may damage this unit. 20 SD card cover 21 Access lamp [ACCESS] 22 Card slot 23 Photoshot button [ 24 Zoom lever [W/T] (In Motion Picture Recording Mode or Still Picture Recording Mode) Thumbnail display switch [...
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Selecting a mode Change the mode to recording or playback. Operate the mode switch to change the mode to Motion picture recording mode Still picture recording mode Playback mode How to use the touch screen You can operate by directly touching the LCD monitor (touch screen) with your finger. It is easier to use the stylus pen (supplied) for detailed operation or if it is hard to operate with your fingers.
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About the Touch Menu Touch (left side)/ (right side) of on the Touch Menu to switch the operation icons. Touch (left side)/ (right side) of on the Touch Menu. ● It is also possible to switch the operation icons by sliding the Touch Menu right or left while touching it.
6 Service Mode 1. Indication method of the service menu Set the mode switch “Motion Picture Recording” mode. 2. While the power is turned OFF, keep pressing the “Power” button, “Zoom lever” to W side and “intelligent auto/Manual” button for more than 3 seconds until the top screen of the Service Mode Menu being displayed. Service mode menu Screen display Contents...
6.1. Drive Information Display Touch the [ 2 ] of LCD, select Drive Information display. Operation specifications Indication contents • Drive Information display Display the fall detection frequency of HDD, Frequency that exceeds highest/lowest operation guarantee temperature and serial number. Touch the [ BAK ] of LCD to end the service mode, and then POWER OFF.
6.3. Lock Search History Indication Touch the [ 4 ] of LCD, select Lock search history indication. Operation specifications Indication contents • Lock search history indication Display the camera system error cord for three histories saved in EEPROM. • The error cord contents which are displayed Error code Function Focus control is abnormal...
6.5. HDD Hardware Test Touch the [ 6 ] of LCD, select HDD hardware test. Operation specifications Indication contents • HDD hardware test Display the HDD hardware test result information. • The error cord contents which are displayed Error code Function NO ERROR It is normal without the error...
6.7. Erasing the internal media management information Touch the [ 11 ] of LCD, select erasing the internal media management information for fast boot stored in flash memory. Operation specifications Indication contents • The fast boot management informations of the internal media are stored in the flash memory. The following cases, be sure to implement for protection of customer's recorded data.
6.8. Camera data indications while the video playback Touch the [ 12 ] of LCD, select indicating the camera informations while playing back the recorded video. Operation specifications Indication contents • While playing back the recorded videos, the camera informations (Shutter speed, Iris value, White balance and focal length) are superimposed on the LCD screen.
7 Service Fixture & Tools 7.1. 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. 7.2.
8 Disassembly and Assembly Instructions 8.1. Disassembly Flow Chart for the Unit This is a disassembling chart. When assembling, perform this chart conversely. 8.2. PCB Location...
8.3. Disassembly Procedure for the Unit Item Removal Top Case Unit (Fig. D1) 2 Screws (A) 1 Screw (B) (Fig. D2) 3 Screws (C) 4 Locking tabs PP6006(Connector) Closing Lever Base Lens Cover Closing Lever (Fig. D3) 2 HDD Cushions HDD Unit Top Case Unit Side Case-L Unit...
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(Fig. D3) 8.3.2. Removal of the Top Case Unit (Fig. D2) (Fig. D4)
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(Fig. D5) 8.3.3. Removal of the HDD Frame and DC Jack P.C.B. (Fig. D7) (Fig. D6)
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8.3.4. Removal of the Front Case Unit 8.3.5. Removal of the Camera Lens Unit (Fig. D9) (Fig. D8)
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8.3.6. Removal of the Main P.C.B. and SD Holder P.C.B. (Fig. D11) (Fig. D10)
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8.3.7. Removal of the Battery P.C.B. (Fig. D13) (Fig. D12)
9 Measurements and Adjustments 9.1. Electric Adjustment • Adjustment method is different from a conventional High definition video camera. • An exclusive jig and PC (including software for adjustment “Tatsujin”) are necessary for electric adjustment. • A USB driver for service is necessary to communication with PC. •...
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Adjustment Items • Adjustment item as follows. The adjustment instruction is available at "Software download" on the "Support Information from NWBG/VDBG-AVC" web-site in "TSN System".
10 Factory Setting 10.1. How To Turn On The Factory Settings? 1. Set the mode switch “Motion Picture Recording” mode. 2. While the power is turned OFF, keep pressing the “Power” button, “Zoom lever” to W side and “intelligent auto/Manual” button for more than 3 seconds until the top screen of the Service Mode Menu being displayed.
10.2. What Is The Factory Settings? The factory settings clean up and/or refresh the following settings. 1. MENU, MODE, ADJUSTMENT VALUE. 2. SD card format. 3. Reset the folder number and file number of still pictures. (Setting the folder number is 100, and file number is 0.) 4.
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4.Although the voltage and waveform available on here is measured with standard frame, it may be differ from actual measurement due to modification of circuit and so on. HDC-HS80PC HDC-HS80GC HDC-HS80PU HDC-HS80GN 5.The voltage being indicated here may be include observational-error (deviation) due to HDC-HS80EB HDC-HS80GT internal-resistance and/or reactance of equipment.
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.
S3. Block Diagram S3.1. Overall Block Diagram NOTE : VIDEO SIGNAL : AUDIO SIGNAL : CLK or CONTROL LINE LENS(F1.8-4.0 37x) IC201 ZOOM/ MOS IMAGE FOCUS IRIS SENSOR MOTOR/ COLOR LCD 120GB PANEL IC202,304 GATE IC3702 HD VIDEO Analog X301 Analog (60MHz) MULTI...
S6. Replacement Parts List Note: 1.* Be sure to make your orders of replacement parts according to this list. 2. IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE Components identified with the mark have the special characteristics for safety. When replacing any of these components, use only the same type. 3.
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HDC-HS80P-K vol.1 Ref.No. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks Ref.No. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks VA6404 D4ED18R00003 VARISTOR VEP03J12CP MAIN P.C.B. UNIT 1 (RTL) E.S.D. EB,EC,EG,EP VEP03J12CQ MAIN P.C.B. UNIT 1 (RTL) E.S.D. ZB6401 K3ZZ00500014 BATTERY HOLDER EE,GC,GK,GN,GA VEP03J12CN MAIN P.C.B.
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HDC-HS80P-K vol.1 Ref.No. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks Ref.No. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks VEP03J12CP MAIN P.C.B. UNIT 1 (RTL) E.S.D. EB,EC,EG,EP VEP03J12CQ MAIN P.C.B. UNIT 1 (RTL) E.S.D. EE,GC,GK,GN,GA VEP03J12CN MAIN P.C.B. UNIT 1 (RTL) E.S.D. GT,P,PC,PU VEP03J16B SD HOLDER P.C.B.
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HDC-HS80P-K vol.1 Ref.No. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks Ref.No. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks BATTERY PACK K1HY12YY0008 MULTI D/RCA CABLE K1HA05AD0007 USB CABLE K2CA2CA00025 AC CABLE 1 P,PC,PU VSK0712 AC ADAPTOR 1 EB,EC,EE,EG,EP,GC,GN,PU, VSK0713 AC ADAPTOR 1 GK VSK0714 AC ADAPTOR...