Panasonic DMC-FZ35P, DMC-FZ38, DMC-FZ35PC, DMC-FZ35PU, DMC-FZ35GC Service Manual

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Digital Camera

Model No.DMC-FZ35P

DMC-FZ35PC DMC-FZ35PU DMC-FZ35GC DMC-FZ35GT DMC-FZ35GK DMC-FZ35GN

B26

DMC-FZ35GD DMC-FZ38EG DMC-FZ38EP DMC-FZ38EF DMC-FZ38EB DMC-FZ38EE DMC-FZ38SG

VOL.1

Colours

(K)....................Black Type

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 Main PCB-----4

2Warning--------------------------------------------------------------5

2.1. Prevention of Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) to Electrostatic Sensitive (ES) Devices---------------5

2.2. How to Recycle the Lithium Ion Battery (U.S. Only)-----------------------------------------------------------5

2.3. Caution for AC Cord (For EB/GC/SG) ----------------6

2.4. How to Replace the Lithium Battery-------------------7

3 Service Navigation------------------------------------------------8

3.1. Introduction --------------------------------------------------8

3.2. General Description About Lead Free Solder (PbF) ----------------------------------------------------------8

3.3. Important Notice 1:(Other than U.S.A. and Canadian Market) -----------------------------------------8

3.4. How to Define the Model Suffix ------------------------9

4 Specifications----------------------------------------------------13 5 Location of Controls and Components------------------18 6 Service Mode-----------------------------------------------------22

6.1. Error Code Memory Function ------------------------- 22

7 Service Fixture & Tools---------------------------------------26

7.1. Service Fixture and Tools------------------------------26

7.2. Clean Box--------------------------------------------------27

7.3. When Replacing the Main PCB ----------------------27

7.4. Service Position ------------------------------------------27

8 Disassembly and Assembly Instructions---------------29

8.1. Disassembly Flow Chart--------------------------------29

8.2. PCB Location----------------------------------------------29

8.3. Disassembly Procedure--------------------------------30

8.4. Disassembly/Assembly Procedure for the Lens ---------------------------------------------------------36

8.5. Removal of the CCD Unit ------------------------------40

9 Measurements and Adjustments --------------------------41

9.1. Matrix Chart for Replaced Part and Necessary Adjustment-------------------------------------------------41

10 Maintenance ------------------------------------------------------43

10.1. Cleaning Lens, Viewfinder and LCD Panel--------43

1 Safety Precautions

1.1. General Guidelines

1. IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE There are special components used in this equipment which are important for safety. These p art s are marked by

in the Schematic Diagrams, Circuit Board Layout, Exploded Views and Replacement Parts List. It is essential that these critical parts should be replaced with manufacturer’s specified parts to prevent X-RADIATION, shock fire, or other hazards. Do not modify the original design without permission of manufacturer.

2. An Isolation Transformer should always be used during the servicing of AC Adaptor whose chassis is not isolated from the AC power line. Use a transformer of adequate power rating as this protects the technician from accidents resulting in personal injury from electrical shocks. It will also protect AC Adaptor from being damaged by accidental shorting that may occur during servicing.

3. When servicing, observe the original lead dress. It a short circuit is found, replace all parts which have been overheated or damaged by the short circuit.

4. After servicing, see to it that all the protective devices such as insulation barriers, insulation papers shields are properly installed.

5. After servicing, make the following leakage current checks to prevent the customer from being exposed to shock hazards.

1.3. Leakage Current Hot Check (See Figure 1)

1. Plug the AC cord directly into the AC outlet. Do not use an isolation transformer for this check.

2. Connect a 1.5kΩ, 10 W resistor, in parallel with a 0.15μF capacitor, between each exposed metallic part on the set and a good earth ground, as shown in Figure 1.

3. Use an AC voltmeter, with 1 kΩ/V or more sensitivity, to measure the potential across the resistor.

4. Check each exposed metallic part, and measure the voltage at each point.

5. Reverse the AC plug in the AC outlet and repeat each of the above measurements.

6. The potential at any point should not exceed 0.75 V RMS. A leakage current tester (Simpson Model 229 or equivalent) may be used to make the hot checks, leakage current must not exceed 1/2 mA. In case a measurement is outside of the limits specified, there is a possibility of a shock hazard, and the equipment should be repaired and rechecked before it is returned to the customer.

1.2. Leakage Current Cold Check

1. Unplug the AC cord and connect a jumper between the two prongs on the plug.

2. Measure the resistance value, with an ohmmeter, between the jumpered AC plug and each exposed metallic cabinet part on the equipment such as screwheads, connectors, control shafts, etc. When the exposed metallic part has a return path to the chassis, the reading should be between 1MΩ and 5.2MΩ. When the exposed metal does not have a return path to the chassis, the

reading must be infinity.

Figure 1

1.4. How to Discharge the Capacitor on Main PCB

• This unit equipped with two pieces of capacitors as flash charging capacitors. “Either one of the capacitor discharging operation” makes discharging for others as well.

CAUTION:

1. Be sure to discharge the capacitor on MAIN PCB.

2. Be careful of the high voltage ci r cu i t on MAIN PCB wh en servicing.

[Discharging Procedure]

1. Refer to the disassemble procedure and remove the necessary parts/unit.

2. Put the insulation tube onto the lead part of Resistor (ERG5SJ102:1kΩ /5W).

(An equivalent type of resistor may be used.)

3. Put the resistor between both terminals of capacitor on MAIN PCB for approx. 5 seconds.

4. After discharging confirm that the capacitor voltage is lower than 10V using a voltmeter.

Fig. F1

2Warning

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 compon ent damage caused by electrostatic discharge (ESD).

1. Immediately before handling any semiconductor component or semiconductor-equipped assembly, drain off any ESD on your body by touching a known earth ground. Alternatively, obtain and wear a commercially available discharging ESD wrist strap, which should be removed for potential shock reasons prior to applying power to the unit under test.

2. After removing an electrical assembly equipped with ES devices, place the assembly on a condu ctive surface such as al uminum foil, to prevent electrostatic charge buildup or exposure of the assembly.

3. Use only a grounded-tip soldering iron to solder or unsolder ES devices.

4. Use only an antistatic solder removal device. Some solder removal devices not classified as can generate electrical charge sufficient to damage ES devices.

5. Do not use freon-propelled chemicals. These can generate electrical charges sufficient to damage ES devices.

6. Do not remove a replacement ES device from its protective package until immediately before you are ready to install it. (Most replacement ES devices are packaged with leads electrically shorted together by conductive foam, aluminum foil or comparable conductive material).

7. Immediately before removing the protective material from the leads of a replacement ES device, touch the protective material to the chassis or circuit assembly into which the device will be installed.

CAUTION:

Be sure no power is applied to the chassis or circuit, and observe all other safety precautions.

8. Minimize bodily motions when handling unpackaged replacement ES devices. (Otherwise harmless motion such as the brushing together of your clothes fabric or the lifting of your foot from a carpeted floor can generate static electricity (ESD) sufficient to damage an ES device).

2.2. How to Recycle the Lithium Ion Battery (U.S. Only)

2.3. Caution for AC Cord (For EB/ GC/SG)

2.3.1. Information for Your Safety

IMPORTANT

Your attention is drawn to the fact that recording of prerecorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast material may infringe copyright laws.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture.

CAUTION

To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard and annoying interference, use the recommended accessories only.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

DO NOT REMOVE THE OUTER COVER

To prevent electric shock, do not remove the cover. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

2.3.2. Caution for AC Mains Lead

For your safety, please read the following text carefully.

This appliance is supplied with a moulded three-pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5 amperes and it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362 Check for the ASRA mark or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse.

2.3.2.1. Important

The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

Blue Neutral Brown Live

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings i dentifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:

The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with th e letter N or coloured BLACK.

The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED.

Under no circumstances should either of these wires be connected to the earth terminal of the three pin plug, marked with the letter E or the Earth Symbol.

2.3.2.2. Before Use

remove the Connector Cover as follows.

If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is replaced. If you lose the fuse cover, the plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained. A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local Panasonic Dealer.

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. There is a danger of severe electrical shock if the cut off plug is inserted into any 13-ampere socket.

If a new plug is to be fitted please observe the wiring code as shown below. If in any doubt, please consult a qualified electrician.

2.3.2.3. How to Replace the Fuse

1. Remove the Fuse Cover with a screwdriver.

2. Replace the fuse and attach the Fuse cover.

2.4. How to Replace the Lithium Battery

2.4.1. Replacement Procedure

1. Remove the Main PCB. (Refer to Disassembly Procedures.)

2. Remove the Lithium battery (Ref. No. at component side of Main PCB) and then replace it into new one.

Note:

The lithium battery is a critical component. (Type No.: ML-614S/ZTK Manufactured by Energy Company, Panasonic Cor po ration) It must never be subjected to excessive heat or discharge. It must therefore only be fitted in equipment designed specifically for its use. Replacement batteries must be of the same type and manufacture. They must be fitted in the same manner and location as the original battery, with the correct polarity contacts observed. Do not attempt to re-charge the old battery or re-use it for any other purpose. It should be disposed of in waste products destined for burial rather than incineration.

NOTE:

Above caution is applicable for a battery pack which is for DMC-FZ35 and DMC-FZ38 series, as well.

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. General Description About Lead Free Solder (PbF)

The lead free solder has been used in the mounting process of all electrical comp onents on the printed circuit boards us ed 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 highe r appro x.30 °C (86 °F) more th an that of the normal solder.

Definition of PCB Lead Free Solder being used

The letter of is printed either foil side or components side on the PCB using the lead free solder. (See right figure)

Service caution for repair work using Lead Free Solder (PbF)

• The lead free solder has to be used when repairing the equipment for which the lead free solder is used.

• (Definition: The letter of is printed on the PCB using the lead free solder.)

• To put lead free solder, it should be well molten and mixed with the original lead free solder.

• Remove the remaining lead free solder on the PCB cleanly for soldering of the new IC.

• Since the melting point of the lead free solder i s higher than that of the normal lead solder, it takes the longer time to melt the lead free solder.

• Use the soldering iron (more than 70W) e quipped with the tempe rature control after setting the te mperature at 350±30 degrees C (662±86 °F).

Recommended Lead Free Solder (Service Parts Route.)

• The following 3 types of lead free solder are available through the service parts route. RFKZ03D01KS-----------(0.3mm 100g Reel) RFKZ06D01KS-----------(0.6mm 100g Reel) RFKZ10D01KS-----------(1.0mm 100g Reel)

Note

* Ingredient: tin (Sn) 96.5%, silver (Ag) 3.0%, Copper (Cu) 0.5%, Cobalt (Co) / Germanium (Ge) 0.1 to 0.3%

3.3. Important Notice 1:(Other than U.S.A. and Canadian Market)

1. The service manual does not contain the following information, because of the impossibility of servicing at component level

without concerned equipment/facilities.

a. Schematic diagram, Block Diagram and PCB layout of MAIN PCB. b. Parts list for individual parts for MAIN PCB.

When a part replacement is required for repairing MAIN PCB, replace as an assembled parts. (MAIN PCB)

2. The following category is/are recycle module part. please send it/them to Central Repair Center.

• MAIN PCB (VEP56091A) : for EE, SG, P, PC, PU, GC, GT, GK, GN, GD. Excluding replacement of Lithium Battery.

• MAIN PCB (VEP56091B) : for EG, EP, EF, EB. Excluding replacement of Lithium Battery.

3.4. How to Define the Model Suffix

There are nine kinds of DMC-FZ35/FZ38, regardless of the colours.

• a) DMC-FZ38 (Japan domestic model.)/SG

• b) DMC-FZ35P/PC

• c) DMC-FZ38EB/EF/EG/EP

• d) DMC-FZ38EE

• e) DMC-FZ35GD

• f) DMC-FZ35GT

• g) DMC-FZ35GN

• h) DMC-FZ35GK

• i) DMC-FZ35GC/PU (DMC-FZ38 is exclusively Japan domestic model.) What is the difference is that the "INITIAL SETTINGS" data which is stored in Flash ROM mounted on Main PCB.

3.4.1. Defining methods

To define the model suffix to be serviced, refer to the nameplate which is putted on the bottom side of the Unit.

NOTE:

After replacing the MAIN PCB, 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.

3.4.2. INITIAL SETTINGS:

When you replace the Main/Flash ROM, 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. PROCEDURES:

• Precautions: Read the above "CAUTION 1" and "CAUTION 2", carefully.

• Preparation:

1. Attach the Battery or AC Adaptor with a DC coupler to the unit.

2. Set the mode dial to the P NOTE: If the mode dial position is other than P

• Step 1. The temporary cancellation of "INITIAL SETTINGS": Set the REC While keep pressing “UP

• Step 2. The cancellation of "INITIAL SETTINGS": Set the REC Press "UP

• Step 3. Turn the Power on: Set the REC

• Step 4. Display the "INITIAL SETTING S" me nu: NOTE: If the unit is other than P While keep pressing MENU/SET The "INITIAL SETTINGS" menu is displayed. There are two kinds of ”INITIAL SETTINGS” menu form as follows:

/PLAYBACK selector switch to “REC (Camera mark)”.

of Cursor button” and FOCUS button simultaneously, turn the Power on.

/PLAYBACK selector switch to "PLAYBACK".

of Cursor button" and FOCUS button simultaneously, then turn the Power off.

/PLAYBACK selector switch to "REC (Camera mark)", and then turn the Power on.

mode.

mode, it does not display the initial settings menu.

and "RIGHT of Cursor button" simultaneously, turn the Power off.

[CASE 1. After replacing MAIN PCB / FLASH ROM] [Other than "EG, EP, EF and EB" models : (VEP56091A is used as a Main PCB)]

When MAIN PCB has just been replaced, all of the model suffix are displayed as follows. (Three pages in total)

[Only for "EG, EP, EF and EB" models : (VEP56091B is used as a Main PCB)]

All of the model suffix are displayed as follows. (Two pages in total)

[CASE 2. Other than "After replacing MAIN PCB"]

• Step 5. Chose the model suffix in "INITIAL SETTINGS": (Refer to "CAUTION 1")

[Caution: After replacing MAIN PCB / FLASH ROM]

(Especially, other than "EG, EP, EF and EB" models: VEP56091A is used as Main PCB). 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 be changed. Therefore, select the area carefully. Select the area with pressing "UP

• Step 6. Set the model suffix at "INITIAL SETTINGS": Press the "RIGHT Only selected suffix area is displayed. Press the "RIGHT (The unit is powered off automatically.)

of Cursor buttons".

/ DOWN of Cursor buttons".

of Cursor button" after confirmation.

• Step 7. CONFIRMATION: Confirm the display of "PLEASE SET THE CLOCK" in concerned language when the unit is turned on again. When the unit is connected to PC with USB cable, it is detected as removable media.

1) As for your reference Default setting condition is given in the following table.

• Default setting (After “INITIAL SETTINGS”)

MODEL VIDEO OUTPUT LANGUAGE DATE REMARKS a) DMC-FZ38 NTSC Japanese Year/Month/Date b) DMC-FZ35P/PC NTSC English Month/Date/Year c) DMC-FZ35GC/GN, DMC-FZ38EB/EG/EP/SG PAL English Date/Month/Year d) DMC-FZ38EF PAL French Date/Month/Year e) DMC-FZ38EE PAL Russian Date/Month/Year

f) DMC-FZ35GK PAL Chinese (simplified) Year/Month/Date g) DMC-FZ35GT NTSC Chinese (traditional) Year/Month/Date h) DMC-FZ35GD NTSC Korean Year/Month/Date

i) DMC-FZ35PU NTSC Spanish Date/Month/Year

4 Specifications

Note:

*Above specification is for DMC-FZ35P-K. Some of the specification may differ depends on model suffix.

[1].Only for "EB/EF/EG/EP" models.

1).[Interface Digital:]

• Data from the PC can not be written to the camera using the USB connection cable.

2).[Motion pictures:]

[AVCHD Lite] (With audio) When set to [SH]: 1280k720 pixels (50p recording*1/17 Mbps, only when card is used) / When set to [H]: 1280k720 pixels (50p recording*1/13 Mbps, only when card is used) / When set to [L]: 1280k720 pixels (50p recording*1/9 Mbps, only when card is used) *1CCD output is at 25 fps [MOTION JPEG] (With audio) When set to [HD]: 1280k720 pixels (30 frames / sec., only when card is used) / When set to [WVGA]: 848k480 pixels (30 frames / sec., only when card is used) / When set to [VGA]: 640k480 pixels (30 frames / sec., only when card is used) / When set to [QVGA]: 320k240 pixels (30 frames / sec.)

• Motion pictures can be recorded continuously for up to 29 minutes 59 seconds.

Also, motion picture recorded continuously in [MOTION JPEG] is up to 2 GB. (Example: [8m 20s] with [HD]) Remaining time for continuous recording is displayed on the screen.

[2].Others:

1).[Focus range Indication:]

ft (feet)----------(Only "P" model) m (meter)------(Except "P" model)

2).[Analog video/audio:]

NTSC ----------------------------------------------------(Only "P/PC/PU/GT/GD" models) NTSC/PAL Composite (Switched by menu) ----(Except "P/PC/PU/GT/GD" models) Audio line output (stereo)

3).[Conversion settings:]

[OFF]/[Tele conversion]/[Close-up]---(Except "GK" model) Not available--------------(Only "GK" model)

5 Location of Controls and Components

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