1. PROGRAM LOADING.......................................................................................................................... 5
1-1. Important notice............................................................................................................................ 5
1-2. To load the program ..................................................................................................................... 5
2. Program version upgrading.............................................................................................................. 7
2-1. How to confirm the program (graphic menu) version.............................................................. 7
2-2. Upgrading using CF card............................................................................................................ 8
3. Test mode........................................................................................................................................... 9
PARTS LIST .............................................................................................................................................. 34
File FormatStill images (including panoramas): JPEG (Exif. Ver. 2.1) / TIFF, DCF standard (Design rule for
Camera File system), DPOF compatible Movies: AVI (Motion JPEG)
Recording MediumCompactFlash card (Type I/II), IBM Microdrive
Recorded Image Size1600 x 1200 pixels, 800 x 600 pixels
Standard Memory Capacity, Number of Image Files, Computer Output Image Size (JPEG imges only)
Still
Image size
(pixels)
1600
x
1200
800
x
600
Storage CapacityApproximately 300 KB/second
Recording Time16 seconds per movie
• The above figures are approximations only.
Image DeletionSingle image; all images in a folder; all images in memory (with image protection)
Imaging Element1/2.7-inch CCD (Total Pixels: 2.11 million, Effective Pixels; 2.02 million)
LensF3.2 to 3.5; f = 6 to 48 mm (equivalent to 40 to 320 mm lens for 35 mm film)
ZoomOptical zoom: 8X
FocusingContrast-detect Auto Focus; manual focus with macro mode and focus lock
Focus RangeNormal focus: 40 cm to ∞ (15.7˝ to ∞)(1X zoom)
Exposure ControlLight Metering: Multi-pattern, center point, spot by CCD
ShutterCCD electronic shutter; mechanical shutter, BULB, 60 to 1/2000 second
ApertureF3.2, F4.8, F8, auto switching or manual switching
White BalanceAutomatic, fixed (4 modes), manual switching
Self-timer10 seconds, 2 seconds
Built-in FlashFlash Modes: AUTO, OFF, ON, Red eye reduction
Recording FunctionsNormal, movie, panorama, landscape, night scene, portrait, self-timer, macro, Best Shot, Interval
Monitor1.8" TFT, low-glare color HAST LCD (122,100 pixels, 555 x 220)
Quality
FINE
NORMAL
ECONOMY
FINE
NORMAL
ECONOMY
Digital zoom: 32X
(in combination with optical zoom)
Image size is 800 x 600 pixels when 4X digital zoom is used.
Macro focus: 1 cm to 50 cm (0.4˝ to 19.7˝)(1 to 1.6X zoom)
Manual focus: 1 cm to ∞ (0.4˝ to ∞)(1X zoom)
The focusing range is the distance from the lens surface to the subject.
ViewfinderLCD Monitor or optical viewfinder
ClockBuilt-in quartz digital timepiece for time and date recording and storage with image data; auto
calendar up to 2049
Input/Output TerminalsDIGITAL IN/OUT, USB port (special mini port), AC adaptor connector, VIDEO OUT (NTSC,
PAL), External flash sync terminal
Power SupplyFour AA-size alkaline or lithium batteries
Four AA-size nickel-metal hydride rechargeable batteries (NP-H3)
AC adaptor (AD-C620)
AC adaptor charger (BC-3HA)
Battery LifeThe values noted below indicate the number of hours before battery failure under normal operating
temperature (25°C). These values are for reference only , and do not guarantee that any particular
set of batteries actually will provide the service life indicated. Low temperatures shorten battery
life.
Type of Operation
AA-size Alkaline
Batteries LR6
AA-size Lithium
Batteries FR6
AA-size Ni-MH
Batteries NP-H3
• The above figures are approximations only.
• The above guidelines are based on the following battery types:
Alkaline: MX1500 (AA) DURACELL ULTRA
Lithium:Energizer
• Battery life varies with brand.
Continuous recording values show the number of shots without using the flash. The number of
shots depends on use of the flash and whether flash is turned on or off.
Power ConsumptionApproximately 5.8 W
Dimensions121(W) x 80.5(H) x 66(D) mm
(4.8” (W) x 3.2” (H) x 2.6” (D))
WeightApproximately 295 g (10.3 oz) (excluding batteries)
Standard AccessoriesStrap; lens cap; cap holder; special USB cable; special video cable; four LR6 alkaline batteries;
Best Shot scene List
• This camera does not have a separate battery to power its clock. Clock settings are cleared whenever power to the camera is cut
off (by batteries going dead while the camera is not connected to an AC power outlet with the AC adaptor) for about 24 hours. After
power is resumed, either by loading fresh batteries or connecting to an AC power outlet, you will have to set the correct time and
date again.
• The liquid crystal panel built into this camera is the product of precision engineering, with a pixel yield of 99.99%. This also means,
however that 0.01% of the pixels can be expected to fail to light or to remain lit at all times.
12. PC link program : Photo Loader (Communication function confirmation)
13. USB cable/USB driver (USB function confirmation)
14. Test chart (for photography check)
That which carried out color printing of picture data "CHART1.JPG" and the "CHART2.JPG".
CHART2.JPGCHART1.JPG
■ Notes
Normally, power is supplied using AC adaptor.
When error occurs, use a voltage regulator, and supply the specified power.
Make sure to confirm video output specifications (NTSC or PAL) after exchanging the D-PCB.
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1. PROGRAM LOADING
1-1. Important notice
Flash ROM on the D-PCB contains camera’s operating program and graphic menu. The D-PCB is used in
the models QV-2400UX and QV-2900UX, however, the programs are dif ferent. Therefore, the PCB provided
as a spare part cannot be discriminated which program is recorded.
(Or old program may be recorded.)
Be sure to load the program after you replace the D-PCB.
Moreover, when you fail in updating the version of a program with CF card, a program breaks and a camera
cannot be powered, please perform this method for loading program.
(You can upgrade the program by this loading method.)
Note: If QV-2400UX program is loaded onto QV-2900UX, display indicates “NOT715 MOTOR” and the
camera does not function.
1-2. T o load the program
1. Turn the camera off and remove the CF card then close the CF cover.
Disconnect the battery and AC adaptor.
2. Connect the PC link cable.
3. Boot transferring program fload.exe.
4. Choose the program data “_romXXXX.bin.”
Notes:
*XXXX is 4-digit number depending upon the program version.
*When loading file is chosen, “loaded XXXXXX bytes” is indicated on Status screen.
5. Choose the transfer speed 115K, 57K or 38K. If an error occurs, choose slower transfer speed.
6. Click Progress button on the fload.exe.
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7. Connect an AC adaptor and turn the camera on within 5 seconds. Camera may be turned on automatically
when an AC adaptor is connected. If not, use the power switch. Display shows “read time out” on Status
screen and program data cannot be loaded if it takes too long between clicking Progress button and
turning camera on.
8. Program data is transferred. Program executes Transfer, Erase, Program in order.
9. Program is loaded properly if Status screen shows “program completed”.
10. Disconnect the AC adaptor. (Power switch cannot turn the camera off.)
11. Choose graphic menu data “_gmenuXXXX.bin” on the above step 4 and perform steps 5 to 10.
12. Insert CF card.
13. While pressing down SHIFT and MENU keys, turn the power on to set the camera in test mode and
check the version number.
14. Turn the camera off then on again and perform the final check by shooting, playing back and erasing.
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2. Program version upgrading
Please check the version and update it if the version is not updated.
Note: Be sure to use AC adaptor.
2-1. How to confirm the program (graphic menu) version
1.Boot the test mode.
Turn the power on while pushing SHIFT and MENU keys.
2.Check the LCD display .
(Example)
TEST MODE
PROG01.04.23.16.13r Program version
GMENU01.04.06.10.39r Graphic menu version
· · · ·
(Latest version as of May 30, 2001.)
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2-2. Upgrading using CF card
1.Copy the latest upgraded program (_romXXXX.bin) and graphic menu (_gmenuXXXX.bin) on CF card’s
root directory and set the CF card in the camera.
2.Connect an AC adaptor to the camera.
3.Set the camera in PLAY mode and turn the power on while pushing MENU key.
The following screen will be shown.
4.Press [ + ] key to select “YES” and push the shutter button.
The following screen will be shown and loading starts.
5.After about 1 minute, display shows “COMPLETE!” and camera is set in the PLAY mode.
6.Turn the camera off and change CF card to the one for shootings.
7.Set the camera in the test mode by turning power on while pushing down SHIFT and MENU keys and
check the version number.
8.Turn the power off then on again and perform the final check by shooting, playing back and erasing.
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3. Test mode
Note: Do not perform the menu item unless explained here.
(It may damage the internal data and camera becomes unusable.)
3-1. Booting
To boot the test mode;
Turn the camera on while pressing SHIFT and MENU buttons.
To boot MENU1 (Must be done in the test mode)
Press SHIFT ➜ SHIFT ➜ MENU keys in order rapidly.
To boot MENU2 (Must be done in the test mode)
Press FLASH ➜ FLASH ➜ MENU keys in order rapidly.
To boot MENU3 (Must be done in the test mode)
Press SELF ➜ SELF ➜ MENU keys in order rapidly.
* To execute
Use + or – keys to select a test item then press shutter button to execute it.
3-2. Item for testing
1 TEST MODE
2 MENU1
• TEST MODE
• PROGRAM Version
• Graphic Menu Version
• Loader Version
• Motor MCU Version
• Power MCU Version
• CCD ADJUST 1 (Yes/No/NG)
• CCD ADJUST 2 (Yes/No/NG)
• STROBE ADJUST (Yes/No/NG)
• KIZU (Yes/No/NG)
• KONICA (Yes/No/NG)
• CASIO (Yes/No/NG)
Indicates in green-color if all items
have been adjusted.
Indicates "YES" if adjustments have
been completed.
Indicates "NO" if adjustments have
not been proceeded.
Indicates "NG" if an adjustments
failure occurred.
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3 MENU2
4 MENU3
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4. Adjustment
4-1. Flash adjustment
1. General
When you exchange a flash unit or lens unit please perform this adjustment.
2. Necessary equipment
(1) Dark room
(2) AC adaptor
(3) Gray paper (Superior's oxford gray No. 22)
The following sizes are available from us (also available from camra shop).
Parts codeParts nameSpecifications
1904 5411Superior photographing background paperNo. 22 (1.75 x 2.7 m)
1904 5412Sperior photographing background paperNo. 22 (2.72 x 11 m)
3. Condition
(1) Perform in a dark room.
(2) Distance between flash lens and gray paper should be 70 ± 5 cm.
(3) Use lighter color of the gray paper.
Paper should be larger enough to fit in a picture taken from 70 cm distance.
(Reference; more than 1.5 m x 2.0 m)
4. Adjustment
(1) Connect an AC adaptor to the camera.
(2) Set the camera in REC mode.
(3) Boot MENU 2 in the test mode by the following operations;
Turn the power on while pushing SHIFT and MENU keys.
Push FLASH, FLASH, and MENU keys rapidly in order.
(4) Using + and – keys, select STROBE ADJ and push the shutter release button.
(5) Adjustment is completed after emitting flash 5 times.
1st flashing; Checking amount of light in normal shooting
(Emitting 4 times maximum changing PWM value.)
2nd flashing; Confirming amount of light of the 1st flashing.
3rd flashing; Checking brightness after changing PWM value.
4th flashing; Checking the circuit for changing aperture (F2.8 -> F5.6).
5. Block diagram
Back ground paper.
70 cm
QV-2900UX
POWER
ON/OFF
MENU
W
T
REC
CARD
PLAY
SHIFT
INFO
MF
RESIZE
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4-2. Flash operation and recharge operation
1. General
When you exchange a flash unit, please perform this adjustment.
2. Necessary equipment
(1) Dark room
(2) AC adaptor
(3) Gray paper (Superior's oxford gray No. 22)
The following sizes are available from us (also available from camra shop).
Parts codeParts nameSpecifications
1904 5411Superior photographing background paperNo. 22 (1.75 x 2.7m)
1904 5412Sperior photographing background paperNo. 22 (2.72 x 11m)
3. Condition
(1) Perform in a dark room.
(2) red-eye reduction mode.
(3) Distance between flash lens and gray paper should be 70 cm.
(4) Use lighter color of the gray paper.
Paper should be larger enough to fit in a picture taken from 70 cm distance.
(Reference; more than 1.5m x 2.0m)
4. Adjustment
(1) Connect an AC adaptor to the camera.
(2) Set the camera in red-eye reduction mode.
(3) Shoot a back ground paper (confirm pre-flashing and actual flashing.)
(4) Connect the camera and TV’s video terminal with a video cable and check the picture.
Should not be too white, too dark, or colored.
(5) Flash charging current should not exceed 1.3 A.
(6) Shoot in non-flash mode and confirm flash does not emit light.
5. Block diagram
Video cable
QV-2900UX
70 cm
(with a video input terminal)
TV monitor
Back ground paper
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4-3. Current consumption
1. General
When consumption of a battery is early, check.
2. Conditions
•Set QV-2900UX to “PLAY” mode.
3. Preparation
(1) Voltage regulator.
(2) Ammeter.
4. Adjustment procedure
(1) Current consumption (DC in = 6.0 ± 0.1 [V])
• Make sure that current consumption is less than 500 mA in PLAY mode.
• Make sure that current consumption is less than 650 mA in REC mode.
(Flash charge current is not included)
(2) Lower the voltage from 6 V as shown below then make sure the battery warning indicator changes.
DC in = 4.80 ± 0.05 [V] (one indicator is off )
DC in = 4.50 ± 0.05 [V] (two indicators are off)
DC in = 4.15 ± 0.05 [V] (All the indicators are off)
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4-4. VCOM DC adjustment
1. General
Perform these adjustments when you replace LCD module or D-PCB.
2. Preparation
(1) AC adaptor or stabilizer.
(2) Photo sensor (S1153)/ Photo sensor amp (C2719)
(3) Digital oscilloscope or AC meter.
(3) B. P. F
1. Turn the camera on while pushing SHIFT and MENU keys.
2. Push SHIFT keys twice then MENU keys rapidly.
(2) Select and execute 50 PERCENT GRAY.
(3) Monitor the Photo Sensor Amp output via a bypass filter with an AC meter and adjust VR321 so that the
meter needle swing is minimum.
Instead of an AC meter, you can use an oscilloscope. In that case, adjust VR321 for minimum ripple
component.
4. Block diagram
Photo diode
S1153
QV-2900UX
LCD
AC meter
B.P.F
Photo Sensor Amp
C2719
POWER
ON/OFF
MENU
W
T
REC
CARD
SHIFT
INFO
RESIZE
PLAY
MF
Minimize the swing
of AC meter needle.
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Note: Easy adjustment
(1) Boot MENU 1 on the test mode.
1. Turn the camera on while pushing SHIFT and MENU keys.
2. Push SHIFT keys twice then MENU keys rapidly.
(2) Select and execute GRAY SCALE (10 STEP).
(3) Adjust VR321 for distinctive 10 gray steps.
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4-5. Operation check
1. General
After repairs, please check if needed.
2. Preparation
(1) Batteries.
(2) AC adaptor.
(3) PC (IBM compatible)/OS:Windows 95/98.
(4) Link cable.
(5) Photo loader (program).
(6) TV (with video teminal).
(7) Video cable.
(8) USB cable/USB driver
(9) Test chart (for photography check)
(That which carried out color printing of picture data "CHART1.JPG" and the "CHART2.JPG".)
3. Check matter
(1) Shock and flash check (essential)
1 Shoot the test chart without flashing.
2 Shoot the test chart with flashing.
3 Confirm the result (compare with properly functioning camera) for;
(6) Video output, serial communication, USB function.
(7) Appearance check (Dust on the lens, scratch, dirt, damage, etc.)
4. Note
(1) Make sure Video out setting are appropriate to your country.
(i.e. Japan=NTSC, England = PAL)
5. Test chart picture
CHART2.JPGCHART1.JPG
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5. D-PCB Assy
5-1. VCO free run frequency adjustment
Room temperature should be 20 ± 10 °C
1. Preparation
•AC adaptor or voltage regulator
•Frequency counter
2. Adjustment procedure
(1) Connect SYF (CP355) and GND (CP344).
(2) Monitor HDB (CP301) with frequency counter and adjust VR320 so that frequency becomes 15.734 ±
0.1 KHz.
(3) After completing adjustment, disconnect SYF (CP355) and GND (CP344).
5-2. VCOM AC adjustment and VCOM DC coarse adjustment
1. General
Perform these adjustments after D PCB or LCD module is replaced.
2. Preparation
•AC adaptor or voltage regulator
•Digital oscilloscope
3. Adjustment procedure
(1) Make sure amplitude of VCOM output (CP340) is 5.15 ± 0.30 Vp-p.
(2) Adjust VR321 so that maximum VCOM output (CP340) will be 3.60 ± 0.20 V.
4. Connection diagram
QV-2900
D-PCB
VCOM
(PC340)
Power supply
Oscilloscope
High level
3.60 [V]
0 [V]
–1.55 [V]
Amplitude
5.15 ± 0.30
[VP-P]
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5-3. RGB AMP and Sub-Brightness voltage setting adjustment
1. General
Perform the following adjustments in order.
5-3. RGB AMP and Sub-Brightness voltage setting adjustment
5-4. Contrast and Brightness voltage setting adjustment
5-5. TINT setting adjustment
2. Preparation
•AC adaptor or voltage regulator
•Digital oscilloscope
3. Adjustment procedure
(1) Start up Test mode Menu1.
1. Turn POWER on while pressing SHIFT key and MENU button simultaneously
2. Quickly press keys in the order of SHIFT key, SHIFT key and MENU key.
(2) Select / Execute GRAY SCALE (10 step). (NTSC)
(3) Impress the killer terminal (CP308) with VCC5 (CP520) voltage through a 22 kΩ resistance.
(4) Trigger VG waveform (CP322) by FRP (CP300) signal to adjust as noted below.
(5) Adjust RGB-AMP VR (VR302) so that pedestal-pedestal voltage of VG(CP322) signal is 4.70 ± 0.05
Vp-p.
(6) Adjust SUB R BRIGHT VR (VR305) so that potential between VR (CP320) signal’s pedestal and pedestal
is 4.70 ± 0.05 Vp-p.
(7) Adjust SUB B BRIGHT VR (VR304) so that potential between VB (CP324) signal’s pedestal and pedestal
is 4.55 ± 0.05 Vp-p.
3. Notes
• Consecutively, execute 5-4. Contrast and Brightness voltage setting adjustment.
• Make sure that waveforms are not distorted.
4. Connection diagram
Power
Supply
QV-2900
D-PCB
Killer terminal
(CP308)
VR(CP320)
VG(CP322)
VB(CP324)
pedestal level
VCC5
22KΩ
Digital oscilloscope
Figure 1
4.70 ± 0.05 [Vp-p]
(pedestal – pedestal)
Figure 1
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5-4. Contrast and Brightness voltage setting adjustment
1. Preparation
•AC adaptor or voltage regulator
•Digital oscilloscope
2. Adjustment procedure
(1) Start up Test mode Menu1.
1. Turn POWER on while pressing SHIFT key and MENU button simultaneously
2. Quickly press keys in the order of SHIFT key, SHIFT key and MENU key.
(2) Select / Execute GRAY SCALE (10 step). (NTSC)
(3) Trigger VG waveform (CP322) by FRP (CP300) signal to adjust as noted below.
(4) Adjust CONTRAST VR (VR306) so that contrast terminal voltage(CP302) signal is 1.50 ± 0.05 V.
(5) Adjust BRIGHT VR (VR303) so that potential between signal’s pedestal and 4 step is 2.25 ± 0.05 Vp-p.
(6) Adjust CONTRAST VR (VR306) so that potential between signal’s pedestal and 10 step is 2.85 ± 0.05
Vp-p.
(7) Remove the resistance set between the killer terminal (CP308) and the VCC5 (CP520).
1. Turn POWER on while pressing SHIFT key and MENU button simultaneously
2. Quickly press keys in the order of SHIFT key, SHIFT key and MENU key.
(2) Select / Execute COLOR BAR. (NTSC)
(3) Trigger FRP (CP300) signal to adjust as noted below.
(4) Adjust the VR301 in order to set the potential difference of the fourth pulse height B (between a pedestal
and the peak) and the second pulse height A (between a pedestal and the peak) of the four pulses of
the VB wave form (CP324) to be less than 0.1 [Vp-p].
3. Notes
• Perform the adjustment consecutively after RGB AMP, Sub brightness, Brightness adjustments.
4. Connection diagram
QV-2900
D-PCB
Power
Supply
VB(CP324)
1432
BA
Digital oscilloscope
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6. PW-PCB Assy
6-1. VCC3, VCC3-MD, VCC5, VCC7.5, EVCC3 V oltage check