Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ37EC Service Manual

Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ37EC Service Manual

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DMC-TZ37EC
Model No.
DMC-TZ40EB
DMC-TZ40EE
DMC-TZ40EF
DMC-TZ40EG
DMC-TZ40EP
DMC-TZ40EA
DMC-TZ40GA
DMC-TZ40GC
DMC-TZ40GN
DMC-TZ41EG
DMC-ZS27PC
DMC-ZS30P
DMC-ZS30PC
DMC-ZS30PU
DMC-ZS30GK
DMC-ZS30GH
DMC-ZS30GT
Colours
(S)....................Silver Type (only DMC-TZ40EB/EE/EF/
EG/EP, TZ41, ZS30P/PC/GK)
(K)....................Black Type
(W)....................White Type (except DMC-TZ40EA,
TZ37EB/EC, ZS30PC/PU, ZS27P/PC)
(R)....................Red Type (except DMC-TZ37EB/EC,
ZS30P/PC/PU/GH, ZS27P/PC)
© Panasonic Corporation 2013.
Unauthorized copying and distribution is a violation
of law.
ORDER NO.DSC1303007CE
B26
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  • Page 1 DMC-ZS30PU DMC-ZS30GK DMC-ZS30GH DMC-ZS30GT Colours (S)....Silver Type (only DMC-TZ40EB/EE/EF/ EG/EP, TZ41, ZS30P/PC/GK) (K)....Black Type (W)....White Type (except DMC-TZ40EA, TZ37EB/EC, ZS30PC/PU, ZS27P/PC) (R)....Red Type (except DMC-TZ37EB/EC, ZS30P/PC/PU/GH, ZS27P/PC) © Panasonic Corporation 2013. Unauthorized copying and distribution is a violation of law.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE PAGE 1 Safety Precautions -----------------------------------------------3 12.3. Audio/Video Process/ HDMI Block Diagram ------ 61 1.1. General Guidelines ----------------------------------------3 12.4. Lens Drive Block Diagram----------------------------- 62 1.2. Leakage Current Cold Check ---------------------------3 12.5. Power Block Diagram----------------------------------- 63 1.3. Leakage Current Hot Check (See Figure 1)---------3 13 Wiring Connection Diagram -------------------------------- 64 1.4.
  • 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: P.c

    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.
  • Page 5: Warning

    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).
  • Page 6: How To Replace The Lithium Battery

    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.
  • Page 7: Service Navigation

    3 Service Navigation 3.1. Introduction This service manual contains technical information, which will 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 8 3.2.2. 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" type of IC.) Caution: • During servicing, do not press down hard on the surface of IC6001. 3.2.3.
  • Page 9: Service Notes

    3.3. Service Notes 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".
  • Page 10: General Description About Lead Free Solder (Pbf)

    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.
  • Page 11: How To Define The Model Suffix (Ntsc Or Pal Model)

    How to Define the Model Suffix (NTSC or PAL model) There are eight kinds of DMC-TZ37/TZ40/TZ41/ZS27/ZS30, regardless of the colours. • a) DMC-TZ40 (Japan domestic model.) • b) DMC-ZS27PC, ZS30P/PC • c) DMC-TZ37EC, TZ40EB/EF/EG/EP, TZ41EG • d) DMC-TZ40EE • e) DMC-TZ40GN • f) DMC-ZS30GT •...
  • Page 12: Initial Settings

    3.5.2. INITIAL SETTINGS: After replacing the Main P.C.B., make 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.
  • Page 13 • Step 4. Display the "INITIAL SETTINGS" menu: Note: If the unit is other than PROGRAM AE mode, it does not display the initial settings menu. While keep pressing MENU/SET and "RIGHT of Cursor button" simultaneously, turn the Power off. The "INITIAL SETTINGS"...
  • Page 14 [CASE 2. Other than "After replacing Main P.C.B."] • Step 5. Chose the model suffix in "INITIAL SETTINGS": (Refer to "CAUTION 1") [Caution: After replacing Main P.C.B.] (Especially, other than "DMC-TZ40EG/EF/EB/EP, TZ41 and DMC-TZ37" models) The model suffix can be chosen, JUST ONE TIME. Once one of the model suffix have been chosen, the model suffix lists will not be displayed, thus, it can not be changed.
  • Page 15 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-TZ40 (Japan domestic model) NTSC Japanese Year/Month/Date DMC-TZ37EC English Date/Month/Year DMC-TZ40EB English Date/Month/Year DMC-TZ40EE Russian Date/Month/Year DMC-TZ40EF French...
  • Page 16: Specifications

    4 Specifications The following specification is for DMC-ZS27PC/30PC. Some specifications may differ depending on model suffix.
  • Page 17: Location Of Controls And Components

    5 Location of Controls and Components The following description is for DMC-ZS27PC/30PC. Some description may differ depending on model suffix.
  • 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. 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...
  • Page 20 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.
  • Page 21 Important notice about "Error Code List" 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.
  • Page 22: Troubleshooting Guide

    7 Troubleshooting Guide 7.1. Failure Diagnosis of GPS (Except: TZ37, ZS27 and ZS30GK) 7.1.1. Checking Method of GPS failure GENERAL DESCRIPTION Note: DMC-TZ37EB/EC, ZS27P/PC and ZS30GK do not equipped with GPS function.
  • Page 23 7.1.2. 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 P.C.B. (on the Top P.C.B.) and VENUS ENGINE (IC6001: on the Main P.C.B.).
  • Page 24: Failure Diagnosis Of Wi-Fi

    7.2. Failure Diagnosis of Wi-Fi 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 protects the Wi-Fi function with a password. It is unable to service with password locked condition.
  • Page 25: Failure Diagnosis Of Nfc

    7.3. Failure Diagnosis of NFC 7.3.1. Checking flowchart of NFC failure 7.3.2. Initial Setting of NFC...
  • Page 26: Service Fixture & Tools

    8 Service Fixture & Tools 8.1. Service Fixture and Tools The following Service Fixture and tools are used for checking and servicing this unit. Leveller adjustment chart 1. Leveller adjustment chart for adjustment of electronic leveller. 2. Download the leveller adjustment chart "ACC_Adjustment_Chart.pdf" from the Web site and print in A3 size. 8.2.
  • Page 27: Service Position

    8.3. Service Position This Service Position is used for checking and replacing parts. Use the following Extension cables for servicing. Parts No. Connection Form VFK1906 PP9006 (MAIN P.C.B.) - PS9201 (OPERATION P.C.B.) 20PIN B to B VFK1541 PP9901 (TOP P.C.B.) - PS9002 (Main P.C.B.) 34PIN B to B VFK1906 PP8001 (FLASH P.C.B.) - PS9903 (TOP P.C.B.)
  • Page 28: Disassembly And Assembly Instructions

    9 Disassembly and Assembly Instructions 9.1. Disassembly Flow Chart 9.2. P.C.B. Location...
  • Page 29: Disassembly Procedure

    9.3. Disassembly Procedure Item Fig. Removal Rear Case Unit Fig. D1-1 4 screws (A) 1 screw (B) 4 Lockings tabs Rear Case Unit Operation P.C.B. Fig. D2 FP9202 (Flex) PP9006 (Connector) Operation P.C.B. Note:(When replacing Operation P.C.B.) Operation Sheet LCD Unit Fig.
  • Page 30 Protection sheet attaching procedure: 1. Remove the protection sheet from the base sheet and fold the flap of the separator to the two-sided tape side. Fig. D1-2 2. Slightly tilt the separator to prevent the two-sided tape's adhesion. Align the flap of the separator with the end of the rear case, and then attach according to the fig.
  • Page 31 3. Press the separator firmly and attach the two-sided tape. 9.3.2. Removal of the Operation P.C.B. 4. Remove the separator slowly and carefully. Check if there is nothing sticking out from the rear case window frame. Fig. D1-4 Fig. D2...
  • Page 32 9.3.3. Removal of the LCD Unit 9.3.4. Removal of the Frame Plate Unit Fig. D3 Fig. D4...
  • Page 33 9.3.5. Removal of the Lens Unit 9.3.6. Removal of the Main P.C.B. Fig. D6 Fig. D5...
  • Page 34 9.3.7. Removal of the NFC P.C.B. 9.3.8. Removal of the Front Case Unit Fig. D7 Fig. D8...
  • Page 35 9.3.9. Removal of the Top Case Unit 9.3.10. Removal of the Top P.C.B. Fig. D9 Fig. D10...
  • Page 36 9.3.11. Removal of the Flash Unit, Flash 9.3.12. Removal of the Battery Case P.C.B. Fig. D12 Fig. D11...
  • Page 37: Lens Disassembly Procedure

    9.4. Lens Disassembly Procedure 2. Remove the Shutter FPC. 3. Remove the Lens FPC from the positioning boss. Precaution: 4. Remove the Master Flange Unit and Drive Gear. 1. Do not remove the MOS when disassembling or re- assembling the lens in order to maintain it clean. When remove it, refer to item "9.6".
  • Page 38 9.4.2. Removal of the Drive Frame Unit, 9.4.3. Removal of the Decorative Frame Decorative Frame Unit, Outside Unit, Outside Cam Frame, 1st Lens Cam Frame, 1st Lens Frame Unit, Frame Unit, 2nd Lens Frame Unit, 2nd Lens Frame Unit, 3rd Lens 3rd Lens Frame Unit, Straight Frame Unit, Straight Frame and Frame and Both Side Cam Frame...
  • Page 39 9.4.4. Removal of the Outside Cam 9.4.5. Removal of the 1st Lens Frame Frame, 1st Lens Frame Unit, 2nd Unit, 2nd Lens Frame Unit, 3rd Lens Frame Unit, 3rd Lens Frame Lens Frame Unit, Straight Frame Unit, Straight Frame and Both Side and Both Side Cam Frame Cam Frame •...
  • Page 40 9.4.7. Removal of the 2nd Lens Frame 9.4.8. Removal of the 3rd Lens Frame Unit Unit 1. Hold the Straight Frame and turn it in the arrow (1) so that • Push the 3rd Lens Frame Unit in the arrow direction from the mark (2nd Lens Frame Unit) meets the mark front of the Lens, and remove the 3rd Lens Frame Unit from...
  • Page 41: Assembly Procedure For Lens (Revised Version)

    9.5. Assembly Procedure for Lens 3. Turn the Straight Frame about 90 degrees in the arrow direction so that the mark of Straight Frame comes (Revised Version) close to the mark of Both Side Cam Frame. *As the drawing below indicates, align the Grooves of 9.5.1.
  • Page 42 2. Insert the 2nd Lens Frame Unit as the drawing below 3. While pushing the 3rd Lens Frame Unit and the 2nd Lens indicated. Frame Unit, turn the Straight Frame Unit in the arrow *Align the mark of the 2nd Lens Frame Unit with the direction to the end.(about 30 degree) *Need to confirm that the two Lens Frames move one of the Straight Frame Unit, then put the each Cam...
  • Page 43 9.5.3. Insert the 1st Lens Frame Unit and 2. Move the mark of the Both Side Cam Frame Unit closer to the mark of the Outside Cam Frame Unit, then turn the Outside Cam Frame Unit the 1st Lens Frame Unit just a bit in the arrow 1.
  • Page 44 4. Turn the Both Side Cam Frame Unit to the end in the 9.5.4. Insert the Decorative Frame Unit arrow direction while holding the Outside Cam Frame 1. Hold the Straight Key (Both Side Cam Frame), turn it in Unit. (About 118.5 degrees) the arrow direction and align with the Straight Key *Confirm that 1st Lens Frame Unit does not rotate when (Outside Cam Frame).
  • Page 45 3. Align the mark (Decorative Frame) with the Straight 9.5.5. Insert the Drive Frame Unit Key (Both Side Cam Frame), and install the Unit of • Align the mark (Drive Frame and Outside Cam Frame), Outside Cam Frame,1st Lens Frame Unit, 2nd Lens and install the Unit of Decorative Frame Unit, Outside Cam Frame Unite, 3rd Lens Frame Unite, Straight Frame and Frame, 1st Lens Frame Unit, 2nd Lens Frame Unite, 3rd...
  • Page 46 9.5.6. Insert the Fix Frame Unit 9.5.7. Insert the Master Flange Unit 1. Install the Drive Gear to the Fix Cam Frame Unit. Note: (When Installing) Refer to "The Application of Grease Method" when installing 2. Align the mark (Outside Cam Frame and Drive Frame the Master Flange Unit.
  • Page 47: Removal Of The Mos Unit

    5. Join the Zoom Motor Unit to the Boss, and install to the 9.6. Removal of the MOS Unit Fix Cam Frame. When remove the MOS Unit once (the Torx screw (A) is loosened even a little), the optical tilt adjustment is required.
  • Page 48: Measurements And Adjustments

    10 Measurements and Adjustments 10.1. Introduction When servicing this unit, make sure to perform the adjustments necessary based on the part(s) replaced. When trouble occurs, it is recommended to backup the Flash-rom data before disassembling the unit. NOTE: (When replacing the Lens unit, Master flange unit and MOS unit) •...
  • Page 49 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.
  • Page 50: Details Of Electrical Adjustment

    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.
  • Page 51 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.
  • Page 52 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.
  • Page 53 IMPORTANT NOTICE (After replacing the Main P.C.B.) After replacing the Main P.C.B., make sure to perform the "INITIAL SETTINGS" first, then release the "INITIAL SETTINGS" in order to proceed the electrical adjustment. Note: 1. If electrical adjustment or data re-writing is executed before "INITIAL SETTINGS", suffix code list is never displayed, and it cannot be chosen suitable suffix code.
  • Page 54 10.3.2.1. How to adjustment the Touch Panel <Preparation> • Prepare two touch pens. <Adjustment Procedure> 1. Start up the automatic adjustment mode and set the TPC flag to "O". 2. (+) appears in the upper right and bottom left (Fig.3.7). Touch the two (+) marks once at the same time.
  • Page 55 10.3.2.2. How to Adjustment the Electronic Leveller <Preparation> • Download the leveller adjustment chart "ACC_Adjustment_Chart.pdf" from the Web site and print in A3 size. • Fix the leveller adjustment chart to the wall or panel using thumbtacks and drop a thread with weight. (Fig.3-15) Attach it to the wall or panel in that condition and remove the thread with weight.
  • Page 56: After Adjustment

    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 "3.4.2. INITIAL SETTINGS" for details. [IMPORTANT] 1.
  • Page 57: Maintenance

    11 Maintenance 11.1. Cleaning Lens, Viewfinder and LCD Panel Do not touch the surface of lens, Viewfinder 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;...
  • Page 59: Block Diagram

    12 Block Diagram 12.1. Overall Block Diagram (24mm - 480mm) IC6005 FLASH ROM /1Gbit IC3101 (DMC-TZ40/TZ41, ZS30P/PC/PU/GH/GT) 1/2.3" 18.9 MEGA PIX IC9202 COMPASS (27MHz) ZOOM IRIS SHUTTER OIS UNIT FOCUS IC9201 ACCELATION IC9701 SENSOR ANTENNA IC9101 MOTOR DRIVE, OIS DRIVE & CARD PRE PROCESS (DMC-TZ40/TZ41, ZS30P/PC/PU/GH/GT)
  • Page 60: System Control Block Diagram

    12.2. System Control Block Diagram IC6001 (VENUS ENGINE) OPERATION P.C.B. PP9006 PS9201 CROSS KEY IN A15 RIGHT Wi-Fi LEFT DOWN D9105 S9203 S9202 S9201 PP9006 PS9201 S9209 S9204 WiFi SW IN AD22 PP9006 PS9201 REAR KEY IN DELETE DISPLAY MENU PLAY EXPOSURE D9102...
  • Page 61: Audio/Video Process/ Hdmi Block Diagram

    12.3. Audio/Video Process/ HDMI Block Diagram IC6001 IC6005 LCD UNIT (VENUS ENGINE, SDRAM) (NAND FLASH/1Gbit) (Type of LCD Drive inclusion) MAIN FP9003 512Mbit(4Mx32bitx4pcs) DCLK X-BUFFERS A9-A25 LATCHES FP9003 NAND FLASH VSYNC & DECODERS BANK0 BANK2 ARRAY FP9003 Y-BUFFERS HSYNC A0-A7 LATCHES PAGE REGISTER &...
  • Page 62: Lens Drive Block Diagram

    12.4. Lens Drive Block Diagram NFC P.C.B. IC9701 IC7101 (RF ID) IC6001 FOCUS ENC FP9005 (VENUS ENGINE) (2-axis GYRO SENSOR) FHP LED FP9004 FT9651 FT9652 FP9701 IRQ3V FZHP ABS W24 G FHP GYRO SCK 9 SCLK ANTENNA CD BARREL ENC GYRO DI AA25 MISO...
  • Page 63: Power Block Diagram

    12.5. Power Block Diagram CL1010 CL9003 CL1001 PW +5.2V FLASH MAIN F8002 PP8001 PS9903 PP9901 PS9002 37-40 37-40 IC1021 CL1021 (REGULATOR) IC1001 BATTERY PP8001 PS9903 PP9901 PS9002 PW HDMI D+5V (SWITCHING REGULATOR) 4 VIN PW A +3.1V VOUT TERMINAL 13-20 13-20 32,33 32,33...
  • Page 64: Wiring Connection Diagram

    13 Wiring Connection Diagram 13.1. Interconnection Schematic Diagram RL9911 RL9912 TOP P.C.B. (FOIL SIDE ) : (COMPONENT SIDE) BATTERY MICROPHONE SPEAKER FLASH P.C.B. ( CONPONENT SIDE ) : (FOIL SIDE) FP9001 FP9003 AVDD28 AVDD28 VDDIO VPPMTF FP9202 DVDD12 DVDD12 (TOUCH PANEL) DVDD18 DVDD18 RSTN...

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