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 Capacitor on Flash P.C.B.----------------------------------------------------------4 2 Warning --------------------------------------------------------------5 2.1. Prevention of Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) to Electrostatic Sensitive (ES) Devices ---------------5 2.2.
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.
1.4. How to Discharge the Capacitor on Flash P.C.B. CAUTION: 1. Be sure to discharge the 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 Electrostatic Sensitive (ES) Devices Some semiconductor (solid state) devices can be damaged easily by static electricity. Such components commonly are called Electrostatically Sensitive (ES) Devices. The following techniques should be used to help reduce the incidence of component damage caused by electrostatic discharge (ESD).
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: The lithium battery is a critical component. (Type No.: ML-421S/DN Manufactured by Energy Company, Panasonic Corporation) It must never be subjected to excessive heat or discharge. It must therefore only be fitted in equipment designed specifically for its use.
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Note: Above caution is applicable for a battery pack which is for DMC-FT5 and DMC-TS5 series, as well. Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions.
5 devices) 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 200 cm (6.6 feet) dropping onto 3 cm (0.10 feet) thick plyboard. This drop test was passed.
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3.2.4. About IC6301 (COMPASS) [On the TOP FPC UNIT] When IC6301 is defects and necessary to be replaced, replace with whole TOP FPC UNIT as a unit. 3.2.5. About VENUS ENGINE (IC6001) < Located on the Main P.C.B. > • The VENUS ENGINE (IC6001) consists of two IC chips, which are fixed together with solder. (It is so called, "Package On Package"...
3.3. Service Notes The page number in the section does not show the page number of this service manual. 3.3.1. About Wi-Fi Function 3.3.2. 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 SETTING".
3.4. 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.
How to Define the Model Suffix (NTSC or PAL model) There are eight kinds of DMC-FT5/TS5, regardless of the colours. • a) DMC-FT5 (Japan domestic model.) • b) DMC-TS5P/PC • c) DMC-FT5EB/EF/EG/EP • d) DMC-FT5EA/EE • e) DMC-TS5GT • f) DMC-FT5GN •...
3.5.2. INITIAL SETTINGS: After replacing the Main P.C.B., be sure to perform the initial settings after achieving the adjustment by ordering the following procedure in accordance with model suffix of the unit. 1. IMPORTANT NOTICE: Before proceeding Initial settings, be sure to read the following CAUTIONS. 2.
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[Only for "EG, EF, EB and EP" models : (VEP56172B is used as a Main P.C.B.)] When Main P.C.B. has just been replaced, only 8 model suffix list is displayed as follows. (Two pages in total) [CASE 2. Other than "After replacing Main P.C.B."] •...
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1) 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 DMC-FT5(Japan domestic model) NTSC Japanese Year/Month/Date DMC-FT5EB English Date/Month/Year DMC-FT5EE Russian Date/Month/Year DMC-FT5EF French Date/Month/Year DMC-FT5EG English...
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. Attribute Main item Sub item Error code Contents (Upper) Error Indication High Low 4 Check point (Lower) Detecting Part/Circuit 4bits bits device LENS Lens drive 18*0...
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Attribute Main item Sub item Error code Contents (Upper) Error Indication High Low 4 Check point (Lower) Detecting Part/Circuit 4bits bits device Adj.History 19*0 2000 OIS adj. Yaw direction amplitude error (small) OIS ADJ OIS ADJ 3000 OIS adj. Pitch direction amplitude error (small) 4000 OIS adj.
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1) About "*" indication: The third digit from the left is different as follows. In case of 0 (example: 18 0 01000) 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. Service and Check Procedures (Air-leak Test) 7.1.1. Servicing flow • The following is the servicing procedure including assembly/disassembly process. • As for the air-leak test, refer to "7.1.3. Air-leak Test". < Note > Air-leak test (inspection) before taking service measure: •...
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7.1.2. 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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Replacing the waterproof packing • The location of waterproof packing are shown at right. (5 types, 6 packings in total) • Waterproof packings are supplied as Waterproof packing kit (Part No.: VUMG2076). < Note for replacement > • Do not touch the waterproof packings directly by the hand. •...
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7.1.3. 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.
Measuring condition (For DMC-FT5, DMC-TS5) *Attach "L" size of absorption pad. [Exhaust Air] 5. Operate the measurement switch of the air-leak tester to exhaust air inside the product for more than 210 seconds. [Stand-by] 6. After a laps of 15 seconds, take a note (Record) that the pressure value indicated on the indication panel. [Measurement] 7.
7.2.1.1. Checking flowchart of GPS failure The checking flowchart of GPS failure is as follows: Note: *Perform the GPS communication test, even if the repair being carried out is not related with GPS function. *The GPS function in this unit is performed communication between GPS module (Mic GPS FPC Unit) and VENUS (IC6001: on the Main P.C.B.).
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7.3.1. COMPASS 7.3.1.1. General description 7.3.1.2. Failure diagnosis of Compass The Compass sensor unit is IC6301 which is located on TOP FPC unit. Since the IC6301 does not supply as a spare parts, replace as a TOP FPC unit if necessary. Settings/Condition: 1.
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7.3.2. ALTIMETER 7.3.2.1. General description 7.3.2.2. Failure diagnosis of Altimeter. The Altimeter sensor unit is IC6202 which is located on Main PCB. (It detects direction of gravitation.) Settings/Condition: 1. After performing the compass failure diagnosis, face down (the LCD side up) the camera unit, gradually. Diagnosis: 1.
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7.3.3. BAROMETER (ACCELEROMETER) 7.3.3.1. General description 7.3.3.2. Failure diagnosis of Barometer The barometer sensor unit is IC6201 which is located on Main P.C.B. Settings/Condition: 1. After performing the altimeter failure diagnosis, take a note that the altimeter which is currently indicated on the LCD. Diagnosis: 1.
7.4. Failure Diagnosis of Wi-Fi 7.4.1. 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 protects the Wi-Fi function with a password. It is unable to service with password locked condition.
8.2. When Replacing the Main P.C.B. After replacing the Main P.C.B., be sure to achieve adjustment. 8.3. Service Position This Service Position is used for checking and replacing parts. Use the original cables for servicing. 8.3.1. Extension Cable Connections CAUTION-1. (When servicing Flash P.C.B.) 1.
9.3. Disassembly Procedures Item Fig. Removal 11 Battery Door Unit Fig. D17 2 Screws (N) (Battery Door Packing ) Door shaft Battery Door Spring Item Fig. Removal Battery Door Unit 1 Side Ornament Unit Fig. D1 Memory Card (Battery Door Packing) Battery 12 MIC G FPC P.C.B.
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9.3.2. Removal of Rear Aluminum Case 9.3.3. Removal of Rear Case Unit Unit Fig. D3 Fig. D2...
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9.3.4. Removal of Lens Unit (with MOS) Note: (When Disassembling/Assembling) 1. When dust stuck, use air-Blower to blow off the dust. 2. Do not touch the surface of lens by your hand. 3. Use Lens Cleaning KIT; VFK1900BK (Only supplied as 10 set/Box) is available as Service Aid.
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EMC Sheet (C) Graphite Sheet, Venus Cushion and LCD 9.3.5. Removal of Main P.C.B. FPC Sheet attaching position When attaching/removing the Wi-Fi Coaxiial Cable, use the cable jig (RFKZ0608). Fig. D7 Fig. D6...
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2. When attaching the MIC G FPC P.C.B. to the front case unit, do not catch the Wi-Fi Coaxial Cable. Fig. D10 Fig. D8 Precaution for Main P.C.B. assembly 1. Refer to the following figure for the state of MIC G FPC P.C.B.
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3. Insert the FPC (Flex) and cable into the Main P.C.B. with the following order. 3-1. FPC (Flash - Main) 3-2. MIC G FPC 3-3. Wi-Fi Coaxial Cable 3-4. Top FPC 3-5. NFC Antenna FPC Fig. D11...
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9.3.6. Removal of Top Unit 9.3.7. Removal of Top Button Plate/Top Button Packing Fig. D12 Fig. D13...
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9.3.8. Removal of Top FPC Unit 9.3.9. Removal of Speaker Fig. D15 Fig. D14...
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9.3.10. Removal of Flash P.C.B. 9.3.11. Removal of Battery Door Unit (Battery Door Packing) Fig. D17 Fig. D16...
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9.3.12. Removal of MIC G FPC P.C.B. 9.3.13. Removal of LCD Unit Fig. D19 Fig. D18...
10 Measurements and Adjustments 10.1. 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. NOTICE (When Main P.C.B.
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10.2.2. Flash-Rom Data Backup Number of necessary adjustment items decreases by copying the backup data to new Main P.C.B. when adjustment data in old Main P.C.B. can be read by ROM_BACKUP "DSC → SD". It is recommended to backup the Flash-rom data as the way of return when trouble occurs before disassembling the unit depending on each case.
10.3. Details of Electrical Adjustment 10.3.1. 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. 10.3.1.1.
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10.3.1.3. Execute Adjustment 1. Perform step "10.3.1.1." to "10.3.1.2.", to reset the OIS flag status "F" (Set) to "0" (Reset). 2. Press DISPLAY button after Flag reset. OIS Adjustment screen is displayed on the LCD panel. (Refer to Fig.3-4) 3. Press the shutter button. The adjustment will start automatically.
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10.3.2. 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.
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*1 :This adjustment must be performed not only replacing the Lens Parts (Include MOS Unit), but also simply removing the Lens Parts (Include MOS Unit). *2 :White missing pixels means that the pixel which is always active (lit) although shading (Dark) condition. *3 :Black missing pixels means that the pixel which is always non-active (off) although high-intensity light is coming.
10.4. After Adjustment 10.4.1. 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 "3.5.2. INITIAL SETTINGS" for details. [IMPORTANT] 1.
11 Maintenance 11.1. 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 their surface. Note: The Lens Cleaning KIT;...