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.
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.
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).
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.
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.
3.5. How to Define the Model Suffix (NTSC or PAL model) There are nine kinds of DMC-SZ1 and SZ02, regardless of the colours. • a) DMC-SZ1P/PC • b) DMC-SZ02P • c) DMC-SZ1EB/EF/EG/EP • d) DMC-SZ1EE • e) DMC-SZ1GD • f) DMC-SZ1GK •...
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, make sure to read the following CAUTIONS. 2.
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• Step 4. Display the INITIAL SETTING: While pressing [ MENU/SET ] button and “[ RIGHT ] of Cursor button” 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 6. Choose the model number in "INITIAL SETTINGS": (Only for "P" model.) This step is necessary only for "P". Only for model suffix with "P", there is two kind of model; (DMC-SZ1 and DMC-SZ02), due to difference of sales channel. There- fore, not only model suffix, but also model number (SZ1 or SZ02) has to be set up in the "INITIAL SETTINGS".
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(When the “GT” or “GK” model suffix is selected, the display shows “PLEASE SET THE CLOCK” in Chinese.) 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 a) DMC-SZ1P/SZ02P NTSC English Month/Date/Year b) DMC-SZ1PC NTSC English Month/Date/Year...
Basic Selecting the Recording Mode Slide the REC/PLAY switch to [ Press [MODE]. Press / / / to select the Recording Mode. Press [MENU/SET]. List of Recording 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.
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.
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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.
7.2. When Replacing the Main P.C.B. After replacing the MAIN P.C.B., be sure to achieve adjustment. The service software is available at “TSN Website”. To download, click on “Support Information from NWBG/VDBG-AVC”. 7.3. 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.
8 Disassembly and Assembly Instructions 8.1. Disassembly Flow Chart 8.3. Disassembly Procedure This is a disassembling chart. When assembling, perform this chart conversely. Item Removal Front Case Unit (Fig. D1) Card Rear Case Unit Battery 3 Screws (A) 1 Screw (B) 2 Screws (C) (Fig.
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8.3.1. Removal of the Front Case Unit and Rear Case Unit (Fig. D1) (Fig. D2)
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8.3.2. Removal of the Jack Door 8.3.3. Removal of the Sub Operation P.C.B. and PCB Spacer (Fig. D4) (Fig. D3)
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8.3.4. Removal of the LCD Unit and Frame 8.3.5. Removal of the Top Case Unit Plate (Fig. D6) (Fig. D5)
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8.3.6. Removal of the Flash Top P.C.B. and Microphone Unit (Fig. D8) 8.3.7. Removal of the Flash Unit and Speaker (Fig. D9) (Fig. D7)
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8.3.8. Removal of the Lens Unit (W/CCD) 8.3.10. Removal of the Battery Case (Fig. D12) (Fig. D10) 8.3.11. Removal of the Battery Door Unit 8.3.9. Removal of the Main P.C.B. (Fig. D13) NOTE: (When Installing) Make sure to confirm the following points when installing: •...
8.4. Lens Disassembly Procedure Precaution: 1. Do not remove the CCD unit when disassembling or reas- sembling the lens in order to maintain it clean. The screw fitting the CCD unit to the master flange unit is fixed by the bond lock with the adjustment of the installa- tion angle of the CCD unit against the lens (optical axis adjustment) finished.
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8.4.2. Removal of the Master Flange Unit 8.4.3. Removal of the Outside Direct Frame Unit / 1st-3rd Lens Frame Unit 8.4.4. 1st-3rd Lens Frame Unit...
8.5. Removal of the Focus Motor 8.6. 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. •...
8.7. Removal of the CCD Unit When remove the CCD unit once (the screw(E) is loosened even a little), the optical tilt adjustment is required. When loosen the screw(E), necessary the optical tilt adjustment at the end of assembling. (Refer to item "9.3.2.") To prevent the CCD unit from catching the dust and dirt, do not remove the CCD unit except for replacing.
9 Measurements and Adjustments 9.1. 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. IMPORTANT NOTICE (After replacing the MAIN P.C.B.) After replacing the MAIN P.C.B., it is necessary to use the “DIAS”...
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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.
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.
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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. Press [ DISP. ] button after Flag reset. OIS Adjustment screen is displayed on the LCD panel. (Refer to Fig.3-3) 3.
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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.
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 “3.5.2. INITIAL SETTINGS” for details. [ IMPORTANT ] 1.
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 ;...
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Model No. : DMC-SZ1/SZ02 Parts List Ref. Safety Part No. Part Name & Description Q'ty Remarks C1001 F1J1A106A024 C.CAPACITOR CH 10V 10U C1002 F1J1A106A024 C.CAPACITOR CH 10V 10U C1004 F1H1A105A025 C.CAPACITOR CH 10V 1U C1010 F1J1A106A024 C.CAPACITOR CH 10V 10U C1020 F1J1A106A024 C.CAPACITOR CH 10V 10U...
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Model No. : DMC-SZ1/SZ02 Parts List Ref. Safety Part No. Part Name & Description Q'ty Remarks C5013 F1G0J1050007 C.CAPACITOR CH 6.3V 1U C5021 F1G1H470A565 C.CAPACITOR CH 50V 47P C6001 F1G1A1040006 C.CAPACITOR CH 10V 0.1U C6002 F1G1A1040006 C.CAPACITOR CH 10V 0.1U C6003 F1G1C1030008 C.CAPACITOR CH 16V 0.01U...
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Model No. : DMC-SZ1/SZ02 Parts List Ref. Safety Part No. Part Name & Description Q'ty Remarks CX6001 F5A84103A020 CAPACITOR NETWORKS D1050 B0JCFC000003 DIODE 1 E.S.D. D1060 B0JCFC000003 DIODE 1 E.S.D. D1070 B0JCFC000003 DIODE 1 E.S.D. D1110 B0JCFC000003 DIODE 1 E.S.D. D1501 B0JCFC000003 DIODE...
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Model No. : DMC-SZ1/SZ02 Parts List Ref. Safety Part No. Part Name & Description Q'ty Remarks PS8001 K1KB30AA0123 CONNECTOR 30P PS9001 K1KY16AA0748 CONNECTOR 16P Q1501 FG6943010R TRANSISTOR 1 E.S.D. Q3101 DMS935E10R TRANSISTOR 1 E.S.D. Q8001 B1JBLP000038 TRANSISTOR 1 E.S.D. QR1501 DRC3114E0L TRANSISTOR-RESISTOR 1 E.S.D.
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Model No. : DMC-SZ1/SZ02 Parts List Ref. Safety Part No. Part Name & Description Q'ty Remarks R8021 D0GA513JA023 CHIP RESISTOR R8022 D0GA103JA023 CHIP RESISTOR R8032 D1BD4703A119 CHIP RESISTOR R8037 ERJ3GEYJ270V M.RESISTOR CH 1/10W 27 R8038 D0GB330JA065 CHIP RESISTOR R9002 D0GA331JA023 CHIP RESISTOR R9003 D0GA151JA023...
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Model No. : DMC-SZ1/SZ02 Frame and Casing Section...
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Model No. : DMC-SZ1/SZ02 Packing Parts and Accessories Section (1)
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Model No. : DMC-SZ1/SZ02 Packing Parts and Accessories Section (2)
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Model No. : DMC-SZ1/SZ02 Parts List Ref. Safety Part No. Part Name & Description Q'ty Remarks VEP56149A MAIN P.C.B. 1 (RTL), E.S.D. VEP58166B FLASH TOP P.C.B. 1 (RTL), E.S.D. VEP59108A SUB OPERATION P.C.B. 1 (RTL), E.S.D. VYK5M51 FRONT CASE UNIT 1 1P-S VYK5M52 FRONT CASE UNIT...
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Model No. : DMC-SZ1/SZ02 Parts List Ref. Safety Part No. Part Name & Description Q'ty Remarks 103-1 B3NBA0000011 PHOTO SENSOR 103-2 B3NBA0000011 PHOTO SENSOR 103-3 B3NBA0000018 PHOTO SENSOR L6DAYYYD0005 ZOOM MOTOR UNIT VMB4603 TILT SPRING VMB4603 TILT SPRING VXP3818 1ST-3RD LENS FRAME UNIT VXP3761 OUTSIDE DIRECT FRAME UNIT VDG1781...
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Model No. : DMC-SZ1/SZ02 Parts List Ref. Safety Part No. Part Name & Description Q'ty Remarks VPF1378 BAG, POLYETHYLENE 1 EXCEPT 1P,PC,PU, 02P VFC4297-B HAND STRAP 1 EXCEPT 1P,PC,PU, 02P VFF0941-S CD-ROM 1 1EG [SPC] See "Notes" VFF0942-S CD-ROM 1 1EP,EF,EB [SPC] See "Notes" VFF0943-S CD-ROM 1 1EE [SPC] See "Notes"...