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DMC-FS37EB
Model No.
DMC-FS37EE
DMC-FS37EG
DMC-FS37EP
DMC-FH27P
DMC-FH27PC
DMC-FH27PR
DMC-FH27PU
DMC-FH27GA
DMC-FH27GC
DMC-FH27GF
DMC-FH27GK
DMC-FH27GN
Vol. 1
Colour
[DMC-FS37]
(S)...........Silver Type
(K)...........Black Type
(R)...........Red Type (only EE/EG)
[DMC-FH27]
(S)...........Silver Type (except PC/PR)
(K)...........Black Type
(R)...........Red Type (except PR/PU)
© Panasonic Corporation 2011 Unauthorized copy-
ing and distribution is a violation of law.
ORDER NO. DSC1102006CE
B26
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  • Page 1 DMC-FH27GF DMC-FH27GK DMC-FH27GN Vol. 1 Colour [DMC-FS37] (S)...Silver Type (K)...Black Type (R)...Red Type (only EE/EG) [DMC-FH27] (S)...Silver Type (except PC/PR) (K)...Black Type (R)...Red Type (except PR/PU) © Panasonic Corporation 2011 Unauthorized copy- ing and distribution is a violation of law.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    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 Top P.C.B. ----------------------------------------------------4 2 Warning --------------------------------------------------------------5 2.1.
  • Page 3: Safety Precautions

    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.
  • Page 4: How To Discharge The E.capacitor On Flash Top P.c

    1.4. How to Discharge the E.Capacitor on Flash Top P.C.B. CAUTION: 1. Be sure to discharge the E.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.
  • Page 5: Warning

    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).
  • Page 6: Caution For Ac Cord(For Eb

    A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local 2.3.2.3. 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.
  • Page 7: How To Replace The Lithium Battery

    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.
  • Page 8: Service Navigation

    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.
  • Page 9: How To Define The Model Suffix (Ntsc Or Pal Model)

    3.4. How to Define the Model Suffix (NTSC or PAL model) There are six kinds of DMC-FS37and FH27, regardless of the colours. • a) DMC-FH27P/PC • b) DMC-FS37EB/EG/EP • c) DMC-FS37EE • d) DMC-FH27GK • e) DMC-FH27GN • f) DMC-FH27PR/PU/GA/GC/GF What is the difference is that the “INITIAL SETTINGS”...
  • Page 10 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.
  • Page 11 [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. (Six 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.
  • Page 12 • Step 6. Set the model suffix in “INITIAL SETTINGS”: • The only set area is displayed, and then press the “[ End ] of Cursor buttons” after confirmation. (The unit is powered off automatically.) • 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.
  • Page 13: Specifications

    4 Specifications...
  • Page 14: Location Of Controls And Components

    12 13 14 Tripod receptacle 15 Card/Battery door 16 DC coupler cover When using an AC adaptor, ensure that the Panasonic DC coupler (optional) and AC adaptor (optional) are used. Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (optional). It is recommended to use a fully...
  • Page 15: How To Use The Touch Panel

    How to Use the Touch Panel This touch panel is a type that detects pressure. Touch the screen Drag To touch and release the touch panel. A movement without releasing the touch panel. Use this to perform tasks such as selecting This is used when performing tasks such as icons or images displayed on the touch moving to the next image by dragging...
  • Page 16: Selecting The [Rec] Mode

    Selecting the [Rec] Mode Touch [ Touch the mode icon. List of [Rec] 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. My Scene Mode Pictures are taken using previously registered recording scenes.
  • Page 17: Taking Pictures Using The Touch Shutter Function

    [Rec] Mode: Taking pictures using the Touch Shutter function Just by touching the subject to focus, it will focus on the subject and take the picture automatically. Touch [ Icon will change to [ ], and taking a picture with the Touch Shutter function becomes possible.
  • Page 18: Service Mode

    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.
  • Page 19 • 3. Error Code List The error code consists of 8 bits data and it shows the following information.
  • Page 20 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.
  • Page 21: Service Fixture & Tools

    7 Service Fixture & Tools 7.1. Service Fixture and Tools The following Service Fixture and tools are used for checking and servicing this unit.
  • Page 22: When Replacing The Main P.c.b

    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.
  • Page 23: Disassembly And Assembly Instructions

    8 Disassembly and Assembly Instructions 8.1. Disassembly Flow Chart This is a disassembling chart. When assembling, perform this chart conversely. 8.2. PCB Location...
  • Page 24: Disassembly Procedure

    8.3. Disassembly Procedure 8.3.1. Removal of the Rear Case Unit and Front Case Unit Item Removal Rear Case Unit (Fig. D1) Card Front Case Unit Battery 6 Screws (A) 3 Screws (B) (Fig. D2) 2 Locking tabs Rear Case Unit 2 Locking tabs Front Case Unit Sub P.C.B.
  • Page 25 8.3.2. Removal of the Sub P.C.B. (Fig. D3) (Fig. D2)
  • Page 26 8.3.3. Removal of the LCD Unit 8.3.5. Removal of the Top Case Unit (Fig. D4) 8.3.4. How to Remove Touch Panel Unit (Fig. D6) (Fig. D5)
  • Page 27 8.3.6. Removal of the Flash Top P.C.B. (Fig. D8) (Fig. D7)
  • Page 28 8.3.7. Removal of the Lens Unit 8.3.9. Removal of the Battery Case (Fig. D9) (Fig. D11) 8.3.8. Removal of the Main P.C.B. (Fig. D10)
  • Page 29: Lens Disassembly Procedure

    8.3.10. Removal of the Battery Door Unit 8.4. Lens Disassembly Procedure and Jack Door 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.
  • Page 30 9. Remove the 4 solders (C). 10. Remove the lens FPC unit to the direction of arrow (3). 8.4.2. Removal of the Master Flange Unit 1. Unscrew the 4 screws (C).
  • Page 31 2. Remove the master flange unit. 8.4.3. Removal of the 1st Lens Frame Unit/2nd Lens Frame Unit/Both Sides Cam Frame/2nd 3rd Direct Frame/3rd Lens Frame Unit 1. Push the both sides cam frame from the lens front side in the direction of arrow, and then remove the unit of 1st lens frame unit/2nd lens frame unit/both sides cam frame/ 2nd 3rd direct frame/3rd lens frame unit from the fixed frame unit/drive frame unit/penetration cam frame/1st...
  • Page 32 8.4.4. Removal of the 2nd Lens Frame 8.4.5. Removal of the 2nd 3rd Direct Unit/Both Sides Cam Frame/2nd Frame 3rd Direct Frame/3rd Lens Frame 1. Remove the 2nd 3rd direct frame in the direction of the arrow. Unit 1. Turn the 2nd lens frame unit/both sides cam frame/2nd 3rd direct frame/3rd lens frame unit in the direction of the arrow (1) fully, and then remove them in the direction of the arrow (2).
  • Page 33 8.4.7. Removal of the 2nd Lens Frame 8.4.8. Removal of the 1st Direct Frame Unit Unit 1. Turn the 2nd lens frame unit in the direction of the arrow 1. Remove the 1st direct frame unit in the direction of the (1) fully, and then remove it in the direction of the arrow arrow.
  • Page 34: Assembly Procedure For The Lens

    8.5. Assembly Procedure for the 8.5.2. Phase alignment of the Drive/Pene- tration Frame Unit and Fixed Frame Lens Unit 8.5.1. Phase alignment of the Penetration Cam Frame and Drive Frame Unit...
  • Page 35 8.5.3. Phase alignment of the 2nd Lens 8.5.4. Phase alignment of the 3rd Lens Frame Unit and Both Sides Cam Frame Unit and 2nd Lens Frame Frame Unit/Both Sides Cam Frame...
  • Page 36 8.5.5. Phase alignment of the 2nd 3rd 8.5.6. Phase alignment of the 2nd Lens Direct Frame and 2nd Lens Frame Frame Unit/Both Sides Cam Frame/ Unit/Both Sides Cam Frame/3rd 2nd 3rd Direct Frame/3rd Lens Lens Frame Unit Frame Unit and 1st Lens Frame Unit...
  • Page 37 8.5.7. Phase alignment of the 1st Lens Frame Unit/2nd Lens Frame Unit/ Both Sides Cam Frame/2nd 3rd Direct Frame/3rd Lens Frame Unit and 1st Direct Frame Unit...
  • Page 38 8.5.8. Phase alignment of the 1st Direct 8.5.9. Install of the Master Flange Unit Frame Unit/1st Lens Frame Unit/ 2nd Lens Frame Unit/Both Sides Cam Frame/2nd 3rd Direct Frame/ 3rd Lens Frame Unit and Fixed Frame Unit/Drive Frame Unit/Pene- tration Cam Frame...
  • Page 39: Removal Of The Ccd Unit

    8.5.10. Install of the Lens FPC Unit and 8.6. Removal of the CCD Unit Zoom Motor To prevent the CCD unit from catching the dust and dirt, do not remove the CCD unit except for replacing. 8.7. Removal of the Focus Motor...
  • Page 40: The Application Of Grease Method

    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 •...
  • Page 41: Before Disassembling The Unit

    9.2. Before Disassembling the unit 9.2.1. Initial Setting Release The cameras specification are initially set in accordance with model suffix (such as EB, EG, GK, GC, and so on.). Unless the initial setting is not released, an automatic alignment software in the camera is not able to be executed when the align- ment is carried out.
  • Page 42: Light Box

    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.
  • Page 43: Details Of Electrical Adjustment

    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.
  • Page 44 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. Reselect "EXIT" with [ ZOOM LEVER ] in the preceding paragraph, and then press the [ SHUTTER BUTTON ]. (Refer to Fig.3-3) 3.
  • Page 45: Adjustment Specifications

    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.
  • Page 47: After 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.
  • Page 48: Maintenance

    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 ;...
  • Page 49 DSC1102006CE 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.
  • Page 50: S2. Voltage Chart

    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.
  • Page 51: S3. Block Diagram

    S3. Block Diagram S3.1. Overall Block Diagram (28mm ~ 224mm) IC3001 CCD SIGNAL PROCESSOR X6001 (24MHz) 1/2.33" 16 MEGA PIX CDS, AGC, A/D, TG, CCD DRIVER ZOOM OIS UNIT IRIS SHUTTER FOCUS CARD IC3003 REGULATOR MICROPHONE IC9101 SYSTEM IC IC9101 SYSTEM IC SPEAKER MOTOR DRIVE,...
  • Page 52: S4. Schematic Diagram

    S4. Schematic Diagram S4.1. Interconnection Diagram FLASH TOP P.C.B. M8001 (COMPONENT SIDE) MICROPHONE PS8001 : (FOIL SIDE) P8002 RL8001 RL8002 SPEAKER BATTERY FP9001 CON CHK CCD THERMO SUBSW2 SUBSW1 MSUBSW MSUB V15D V13Z V13Y V13X V12Z V12Y V12X TOUCH PANEL PP9001 LCD UNIT FP9003...
  • Page 53: S4.2. Flash Top Schematic Diagram

    S4.2. Flash Top Schematic Diagram T/W_SW i.A. CAUTION: FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST FIRE HAZARD, REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME TYPE 2.0A 32V FUSE. ATTENTION: POUR UNE PROTECTION CONTINUE LES RISQUES S8004 2.0A 32V D' INCENDIE N' UTILISERQUE DES FUSIBLE DE MÉME TYPE 2.0A 32V. K0F111A00541 SHUTTER_SW 2.0A 32V...
  • Page 54: S4.3. Ccd Flex Schematic Diagram

    S4.3. CCD Flex Schematic Diagram FT3101 CON_CHK CCD_GND 42 41 40 39 38 37 36 35 34 33 V12Y MSUBSW CCD_GND V12X φV12X CCD_GND [33]MSUB [42]φV12Z φV12 CCD_OUT [32]MSUBSW φH4 [1]φV12Y φV11 φH2 CCD_GND φV10 φSUB CCD_GND IC3101 R3107 φV9 φH1 CCD_GND MN34590PLHAV...
  • Page 55: S4.4. Lens Flex Schematic Diagram

    S4.4. Lens Flex Schematic Diagram POSITIVE VOLTAGE LINE FZHP LED PHOTO CO. BARREL ENCODER SENSOR FZHP ABS (FULL RETRACT) FZHP VCC YHO+ HALL SENSOR (Y) OIS UNIT YHO- IRIS- IRIS- DC SOLENOID (IRIS) IRIS+ IRIS+ SHUTTER UNIT DC SOLENOID (SHUTTER) XDR- DRIVE COIL (X) XDR+...
  • Page 56: S5. Print Circuit Board

    S5. Print Circuit Board S5.1. Flash Top P.C.B. DMC-FS37/FH27 Flash Top P.C.B. (Component Side) CL800 ET8003 R8003 TL8004 R8002 F8001 C8001 R8021 C8003 CL8005 Q8001 CL8008 CL8010 CL8011 CL8032 D8001 CL8031 (Component Side)
  • Page 57 DMC-FS37/FH27 Flash Top P.C.B. (Component Side) CL8006 CL8004 PS8001 ET8005 F8021 L8001 TL8001 TL8007 P8002 TL8002...
  • Page 58 C8022 LB8001 S8002 S8001 CL8026 C8017 (Foil Side) DMC-FS37/FH27 Flash Top P.C.B. (Foil Side) S-10...
  • Page 59 M8001 S8002 TL8003 CL8001 ET8004 T8001 RL8002 RL8001 R8038 R8037 DMC-FS37/FH27 Flash Top P.C.B. (Foil Side) S-11...
  • Page 60: S5.2. Ccd Flex P.c.b

    S5.2. CCD Flex P.C.B. (Component Side) C3101 TH3101 R3108 Q3101 IC3101 (Foil Side) DMC-FS37/FH27 CCD Flex P.C.B. S-12...
  • Page 61: S5.3. Lens Flex P.c.b

    S5.3. Lens Flex P.C.B. ZOOM MOTOR UNIT CO. BARREL ENCODER OIS UNIT (FULL RETRACT) SHUTTER UNIT Pin 1 ZOOM ENCODER 1 ZOOM ENCODER 2 Pin 41 FOCUS MOTOR UNIT DMC-FS37/FH27 LENS FLEX P.C.B. S-13...
  • Page 62 S-14...
  • Page 63: S6. Replacement Parts List

    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 [SPC] in the remarks column are supplied from AVC-CSC-SPC.
  • Page 64 DMC-FS37EG-S vol.1 Ref.No. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks Ref.No. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks VEP56126D MAIN P.C.B. 1 (RTL) E.S.D. VEP59095A SUB P.C.B. 1 (RTL) E.S.D. VEP58149A FLASH TOP P.C.B. 1 (RTL) E.S.D. VXW1229 LENS UNIT (W/O CCD) 1 [SPC] VEP58149A FLASH TOP P.C.B.
  • Page 65 DMC-FS37EG-S vol.1 Ref.No. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks Ref.No. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks VEP56126D MAIN P.C.B. 1 (RTL) E.S.D. VXW1229 LENS UNIT (W/O CCD) 1 [SPC] VEP58149A FLASH TOP P.C.B. 1 (RTL) E.S.D. VEK0R36 CCD UNIT 1 [SPC] E.S.D.
  • Page 66 DMC-FS37EG-S vol.1 Ref.No. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks Ref.No. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks VPF1372-A CAMERA BAG 1 P,PC,PU DE-A91BA/SX BATTERY CHARGER 1 P,PC,PU ----- BATTERY 1 P,PC,PU K1HY08YY0019 USB CABLE W/PLUG 1 P,PC,PU K1HY08YY0020 AV CABLE W/PLUG 1 P,PC,PU VFC4297-B HAND STRAP...
  • Page 67 DMC-FS37EG-S vol.1 Ref.No. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks Ref.No. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks VPK4658 PACKING CASE 1 GF-S VPF1372-A CAMERA BAG 1 EXCEPT P,PC,PU VPK4664 PACKING CASE 1 GF-K DE-A92AA/SX BATTERY CHARGER 1 EG,EP,EB,EE,GN VPK4670 PACKING CASE 1 GF-R DE-A92DA/SX...
  • Page 68: S7. Exploded View

    S7. Exploded View S7.1. Frame and Casing Section 20-3 20-2 20-1 32-1 B101 B102 B103 104-1 104-3 B106 B107 104-2 B108 B104 B109 B110 B111 21-1 112-2 112-2 112-3 112-1 B105 S-20...
  • Page 69: S7.2. Packing Parts And Accessories Section (1

    S7.2. Packing Parts and Accessories Section (1) (PC only) Stick the UPC LABEL (Ref. No. 217) for [PC] model on the original UPC place. (PC only) S-21...
  • Page 70: S7.3. Packing Parts And Accessories Section (2

    S7.3. Packing Parts and Accessories Section (2) (DMC-FH27PR) (DMC-FS37EE/EG/EP DMC-FH27GA/GF) (DMC-FS37EB DMC-FH27GC) (DMC-FH27GK) (DMC-FH27GN) S-22...

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