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.
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1.4. How to Discharge the E.Capacitor on Flash P.C.B. CAUTION: • Be sure to discharge the E.Capacitor on Flash P.C.B. before disassembling. • Be careful of the high voltage circuit on Flash P.C.B. when servicing. [Discharging Procedure] 1. Remove the Top Case 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).
2.3. How to Replace the Lithium Battery 2.3.1. Replacement Procedure 1. Remove the Top P.C.B.. (Refer to Disassembly Procedures.) 2. Unsolder the each soldering point of electric lead terminal for Lithium battery (Ref. No. “B7001” at component side of Top P.C.B.) and remove the Lithium battery together with electric lead terminal.
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 Main P.C.B. (Ref.1) & Flash-ROM (IP6001) Before exchanging the “Main P.C.B.”, confirm that the symptom and/or phenomenon is not due to the setting of functions. Important: When replacing the Main P.C.B. that cannot be repaired by exchanging the IC, carry out any of followings. In the case of exchanging the Flash-ROM (IP6001) is same way too.
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3.3.2. Lens Unit (Interchangeable Lens: H-FS12032) 3.3.2.1. About Lens Main Unit (Ref. 203) 1. Lens Main Unit (Ref. 203) is not supplied due to difficulty of the transportation issue (Fragile, Dust-free packing), and requires critical lens adjustments. Therefore, if there are any needs of the “Lens Main Unit” (Ref. 203), carefully confirm its performance in advance. 2.
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3.3.3. Lens Unit (Interchangeable Lens: H-FS35100) 3.3.3.1. About Lens Main Unit (Ref. 409) 1. Lens Main Unit (Ref. 409) is not supplied due to difficulty of the transportation issue (Fragile, Dust-free packing), and requires critical lens adjustments. Therefore, if there are any needs of the “Lens Main Unit” (Ref. 409), carefully confirm its performance in advance. 2.
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3.3.4. Lens Unit (Interchangeable Lens: H-FS12060) 3.3.4.1. About Lens Main Unit (Ref. 506) 1. Lens Main Unit (Ref. 506) is not supplied due to difficulty of the transportation issue (Fragile, Dust-free packing), and requires critical lens adjustments. Therefore, if there are any needs of the “Lens Main Unit” (Ref. 506), carefully confirm its performance in advance. 2.
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3.3.5. Lens Unit (Interchangeable Lens: H-FS1442A) 3.3.5.1. About Lens Main Unit (Ref. 608) 1. Lens Main Unit (Ref. 608) is not supplied due to difficulty of the transportation issue (Fragile, Dust-free packing), and requires critical lens adjustments. Therefore, if there are any needs of the “Lens Main Unit” (Ref. 608), carefully confirm its performance in advance. 2.
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3.3.6. Lens Unit (Interchangeable Lens: H-FS14140) 3.3.6.1. About Lens Main Unit (Ref. 709) 1. Lens Main Unit (Ref. 709) is not supplied due to difficulty of the transportation issue (Fragile, Dust-free packing), and requires critical lens adjustments. Therefore, if there are any needs of the “Lens Main Unit” (Ref. 709), carefully confirm its performance in advance. 2.
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3.3.7. Lens Unit (Interchangeable Lens: H-H020A) 3.3.7.1. About Lens Main Unit (Ref. 815) 1. Lens Main Unit (Ref. 815) is not supplied due to difficulty of the transportation issue (Fragile, Dust-free packing), and requires critical lens adjustments. Therefore, if there are any needs of the “Lens Main Unit” (Ref. 815), carefully confirm its performance in advance. 2.
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.
3.6. How to Define the Model Suffix (NTSC or PAL Model) There are nine kinds of DC-GX7MK3/GX9 (Camera body unit), regardless of the colours. • a) DC-GX7MK3 (Japan domestic model) • b) DC-GX9P/PP • c) DC-GX9EB/EC/EF/EG • d) DC-GX9EE • e) DC-GX9GN •...
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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. There are two kinds of “Initial Settings” menu form as follows: [ CASE 1.
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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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• Step 8. Confirmation: Confirm the display of “PLEASE SET THE CLOCK” in concerned language when the unit is turned on again. When the unit is connected to PC with USB cable, it is detected as removable media. (When the “GK” or “GT” model suffix is selected, the display shows “PLEASE SET THE CLOCK” in Chinese.) As for your reference, major default setting condition is as shown in the following table.
4 Specifications 4.1. Camera Body The following specification is based on DC-GX9K/DC-GX9M/DC-GX9N/DC-GX9H/DC-GX9W/DC-GX9. Some specifications may differ depending on model suffix. The page number in this chapter does not show the page number of this service manual.
5 Location of Controls and Components The following description is for DC-GX9K/DC-GX9M/DC-GX9N/DC-GX9H/DC-GX9W/DC-GX9. 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 )XQFWLRQ EXWWRQV >)Q@ WR >)Q@ DUH WRXFK LFRQV 7KH\ FDQ EH GLVSOD\HG E\ WRXFKLQJ WKH >...
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 Troubleshooting Guide 7.1. Checking Method of Body and Interchangeable Lens 1. Initial (Default) Status Of The Lens Unit The Lens unit which is supplied as a standard accessory for this camera unit (H-FS12032, H-FS35100, H-FS12060, H- FS1442A, H-FS14140, H-H020A) shows the following status when the Lens is detached from the Camera unit. NOTE: Although the lens unit is attached it shows the same condition when the Camera turns off.
7.2. Wi-Fi Circuit (FRONT PLATE UNIT) 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.
8.2. 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). [NOTE] • Work in the environment of specified clean level less than class 10,000 (Federal Standard 209D) when inside cleaning of a lens. Please refer to the following service manuals.
8.4. Service Position This service position is used for checking and replacing parts. Use the following extension cables for servicing. Table S1 Extension Cable List Parts No. Connection From RFKZ0466 FP9005(MAIN P.C.B.) ←→ FP8101(BATTERY P.C.B.) 27pin / 0.3 FFC RFKZ0466 FP8102(BATTERY P.C.B.) ←→...
9 Disassembly and Assembly Instructions 9.1. Camera Body Part Disassembly Flow Chart 9.1.1. This is a disassembling chart. When assembling, perform this chart conversely. P.C.B. Location 9.1.2.
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Disassembly Procedure 9.1.3. Item Fig. Removal Mount, (Fig.D15) Screw (P) x 2 Mount Spring, Screw (Q) x 2 Lens Ring, Item Fig. Removal Convex x 2 Mount Base Unit Rear Case Unit (Fig.D1) Screw (A) x 1 Mount Screw (B) x 2 Mount Spring Screw (C) x 2 Screw (R) x 5...
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Item Fig. Removal 12 LVF Unit (Fig.D27) Screw (c) x 1 Locking tab x 2 Convex x 2 LVF Top Plate Screw (d) x 2 (Fig.D28) Locking tab x 2 Eye Cup Unit Screw (e) x 2 Convex x 2 LVF Unit 13 LVF Module (Fig.D29)
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9.1.3.3. Removal of the Main P.C.B. and Sub P.C.B. (Fig.D11) (Fig.D12)
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9.1.3.4. Removal of the Image Sensor Unit and Shutter Unit (Fig.D14) (Fig.D13)
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9.1.3.5. Removal of the Mount, Mount Spring, Lens Ring and Mount Base Unit (Fig.D16) (Fig.D15)
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(Fig.D19) 9.1.3.7. Removal of the Front Plate Unit (Fig.D17) 9.1.3.6. Removal of the Battery Unit (Fig.D20) (Fig.D18)
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9.1.3.8. Removal of the Battery Door Unit 9.1.3.10. Removal of the AF LED P.C.B. and Battery P.C.B. (Fig.D21) 9.1.3.9. Removal of the Jack Cover (Fig.D23) (Fig.D22)
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9.1.3.11. Removal of the Top P.C.B. (Fig.D25) (Fig.D24)
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9.1.3.12. Removal of the LVF Unit (Fig.D26) (Fig.D27)
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9.1.3.13. Removal of the LVF Module (Fig.D28) (Fig.D29)
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9.1.3.14. Removal of the LCD Unit (Fig.D30) (Fig.D31)
9.1.3.15. Removal of the Rear Operation NOTE: (When Installing) Make sure to confirm the following points when installing: FPC and Speaker • 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 (IP6001)) 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 MOS IMAGE SENSOR CARD LENS UNIT 4/3” 20 MEGA PIX (Built in AFE) (36MHz) SPEAKER LENS CONTACT SHUTTER SSWF BIS UNIT IC9101 TERMINAL UNIT X6001 SYSTEM IC (24MHz) MICROPHONE AMP ECM(L) SPEAKER AMP STEREO...
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”...
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