Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T
10 × (Optical), 20 × (Digital)
Focal length
F1.8 ~ 2.9
Filter diameter: 37 mm (1 1/2 in.)
f=5.4 ~ 54 mm (7/32 ~ 2 1/4 in.) When
converted to a 35 mm still camera
For movies: 40 ~ 400 mm (1 5/8 ~ 15 3/4 in.)
(16:9), 49 ~ 490 mm (1 15/16 ~ 19 3/8 in.)
(4:3)
For still images: 40 ~ 400 mm (1 5/8 ~ 15 3/4
in.) (16:9), 37 ~ 370 mm (1 1/2 ~ 14 5/8 in.)
(4:3)
established by the JEITA (Japan
Electronics and Information Technology
Industries Association). Files in this
format can have additional information
such as your camcorder’s setting
information at the time of recording.
2
*
The unique pixel array of Sony’s ClearVid
CMOS sensor and image processing
system (new Enhanced Imaging
Processor) allows still image resolution
equivalent to the sizes described.
Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T
10 × (Optical), 20 × (Digital)
Focal length
F1.8 ~ 2.9
Filter diameter: 37 mm (1 1/2 in.)
f=5.4 ~ 54 mm (7/32 ~ 2 1/4 in.) When
converted to a 35 mm still camera
For movies: 40 ~ 400 mm (1 5/8 ~ 15 3/4 in.)
(16:9), 49 ~ 490 mm (1 15/16 ~ 19 3/8 in.)
(4:3)
For still images: 40 ~ 400 mm (1 5/8 ~ 15 3/4
in.) (16:9), 37 ~ 370 mm (1 1/2 ~ 14 5/8 in.)
(4:3)
established by the JEITA (Japan
Electronics and Information Technology
Industries Association). Files in this
format can have additional information
such as your camcorder’s setting
information at the time of recording.
2
The unique pixel array of Sony’s ClearVid
*
CMOS sensor and image processing
system (new Enhanced Imaging
Processor) allows still image resolution
equivalent to the sizes described.
DestinationAEP, UKUS, CND, JCHE, KR, JEAEP, E, AUS, HK, JE
Color systemPALNTSCPALNTSCPAL
CAM → PCaaa aa
Data
copy
PC → CAM×aa aa
Supplied accessory
“Memory Stick PRO Duo”
•Abbreviation
AR : Argentine model
AUS: Australian model
BR : Brazilian model
CH : Chinese model
CND : Canadian model
EE : East European model
HK : Hong Kong model
J: Japanese model
JE: Tourist model
KR : Korea model
MX : Mexican model
NE : North European model
a××aa
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Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
CAUTION
Replace only with the same or equivalent type.
SAFETY-RELATED COMPONENT WARNING!!
COMPONENTS IDENTIFIED BY MARK 0 OR DOTTED LINE WITH
MARK 0 ON THE SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS AND IN THE PARTS
LIST ARE CRITICAL TO SAFE OPERATION. REPLACE THESE
COMPONENTS WITH SONY PARTS WHOSE PART NUMBERS
APPEAR AS SHOWN IN THIS MANUAL OR IN SUPPLEMENTS
PUBLISHED BY SONY.
SAFETY CHECK-OUT
After correcting the original service problem, perform the following
safety checks before releasing the set to the customer.
1.Check the area of your repair for unsoldered or poorly-soldered
connections. Check the entire board surface for solder splashes
and bridges.
2.Check the interboard wiring to ensure that no wires are
"pinched" or contact high-wattage resistors.
3.Look for unauthorized replacement parts, particularly
transistors, that were installed during a previous repair. Point
them out to the customer and recommend their replacement.
4.Look for parts which, through functioning, show obvious signs
of deterioration. Point them out to the customer and
recommend their replacement.
5.Check the B+ voltage to see it is at the values specified.
6.Flexible Circuit Board Repairing
•Keep the temperature of the soldering iron around 270˚C
during repairing.
• Do not touch the soldering iron on the same conductor of the
circuit board (within 3 times).
• Be careful not to apply force on the conductor when soldering
or unsoldering.
ATTENTION AU COMPOSANT AYANT RAPPORT
À LA SÉCURITÉ!
LES COMPOSANTS IDENTIFÉS PAR UNE MARQUE 0 SUR LES
DIAGRAMMES SCHÉMATIQUES ET LA LISTE DES PIÈCES SONT
CRITIQUES POUR LA SÉCURITÉ DE FONCTIONNEMENT. NE
REMPLACER CES COMPOSANTS QUE PAR DES PIÈSES SONY
DONT LES NUMÉROS SONT DONNÉS DANS CE MANUEL OU
DANS LES SUPPÉMENTS PUBLIÉS PAR SONY.
Unleaded solder
Boards requiring use of unleaded solder are printed with the leadfree mark (LF) indicating the solder contains no lead.
(Caution: Some printed circuit boards may not come printed with
the lead free mark due to their particular size.)
: LEAD FREE MARK
Unleaded solder has the following characteristics.
• Unleaded solder melts at a temperature about 40°C higher than
ordinary solder.
Ordinary soldering irons can be used but the iron tip has to be
applied to the solder joint for a slightly longer time.
Soldering irons using a temperature regulator should be set to
about 350°C.
Caution: The printed pattern (copper foil) may peel away if the
heated tip is applied for too long, so be careful!
• Strong viscosity
Unleaded solder is more viscous (sticky, less prone to flow) than
ordinary solder so use caution not to let solder bridges occur such
as on IC pins, etc.
•Usable with ordinary solder
It is best to use only unleaded solder but unleaded solder may
also be added to ordinary solder.
In this unit, about 10 seconds after power is supplied to the battery terminal using the regulated power supply (8.4 V), the power is shut off so
that the unit cannot operate.
These following method is available to prevent this.
Method:
Use the AC power adaptor (AC-L200/L200B).
1-2. PRECAUTION ON REPLACING THE VC-493 BOARD
DESTINATION DATA
When you replace to the repairing board, the written destination data of repairing board also might be changed to original setting.
Refer to Service Manual ADJ, and perform “DESTINATION DATA WRITE”.
USB SERIAL No.
The set is shipped with a unique ID (USB Serial No.) written in it.
This ID has not been written in a new board for service, and therefore it must be entered after the board replacement.
Refer to Service Manual ADJ, and perform “USB SERIAL No. INPUT”.
1-3. SELF-DIAGNOSIS FUNCTION
1-3-1. Self-diagnosis Function
When problems occur while the unit is operating, the self-diagnosis
function starts working, and displays on the LCD screen what to
do.
Details of the self-diagnosis functions are provided in the Instruction
manual.
LCD screen
C : 3 1 : 1 1
Blinks at 3.2Hz
1 1
Refer to “1-3-3. Self-diagnosis Code Table”.
Repaired by:
C : Corrected by customer
H : Corrected by dealer
E : Corrected by service
engineer
3 1C
Block
Indicates the appropriate
step to be taken.
E.g.
31 ....Reload the tape.
32 ....Turn on power again.
1-3-2. Self-diagnosis Display
When problems occur while the unit is operating, the counter of the
LCD screen shows a 4-digit display consisting of an alphabet and
numbers, which blinks at 3.2 Hz. This 5-character display indicates
the “repaired by:”, “block” in which the problem occurred, and
“detailed code” of the problem.
Detailed Code
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1-3-3. Self-diagnosis Code Table
Self-diagnosis Code
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Function
Repaired by:
C
C
C
C
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
Block
04
13
13
32
20
61
61
62
62
62
62
62
62
62
62
91
94
Detailed
Code
00
01
02
60
00
10
11
00
01
02
03
10
11
12
20
01
00
Symptom/State
Non-standard battery is used.
“Memory Stick Duo” is unformatted.
“Memory Stick Duo” is broken.
Access error
Difficult to adjust forcus
(Cannot initialize focus)
The abnormalities in initialization of
the focus lens and the abnormalities in
initialization of the zoom lens occurred
simultaneously.
Handshake correction function does not
work well. (With PITCH angular
velocity sensor output stopped.)
Handshake correction function does not
work well. (With YAW angular velocity
sensor output stopped.)
Abnormality of IC for steadyshot.
IC for steadyshot and micro controller
communication abnormality among.
Shift lens initializing failure.
Shift lens overheating (Pitch).
Shift lens overheating (Yaw).
Abnormality of thermistor.
Abnormality when flash is being charged.
Fault of writing to or erasing the
flashmemory
Correction
Use the InfoLITHIUM battery.
Format the “Memory Stick Duo”.
Insert a new “Memory Stick Duo”.
Remove the power source. Reconnect it again and operate your
camcorder again.
Retry turn the power on by the power switch. If it does not
recover, check the focus MR sensor of lens block (pin qh, qk of
CN5302 on the LD-222 board). If it is OK, check the focus
motor drive IC (IC5404 on the LD-222 board).
Make EEPROM data correct value.
Inspect the lens block zoom MR sensor (pin w;, wa of CN5302
on the LD-222 board) when zooming is performed when the
zoom lever is operated, and the zoom motor drive circuit
(IC5404 on the LD-222 board) when zooming is not performed.
Check both C : 32 : 60 and E : 61 : 10 of the self-diagnosis code.
Inspect PITCH angular velocity sensors (SE7202 on the CM-077
board) peripheral circuits.
Inspect YAW angular velocity sensors (SE7201 on the CM-077
board) peripheral circuits.
Refer to “1-4-1. E : 62 : 02 [Abnormality of IC for Steadyshot]
Occurred”.
Inspect the steadyshot circuit (IC5703 on the LD-222 board).
Refer to “1-4-2. E : 62 : 10 [Shift Lens Initializing Failure]
Occurred”.
Refer to “1-4-3. E : 62 : 11 [Shift Lens Overheating (Pitch)]
Occurred”.
Refer to “1-4-4. E : 62 : 12 [Shift Lens Overheating (Yaw)]
Occurred”.
Refer to “1-4-5. E : 62 : 20 [Abnormality of Thermistor]
Occurred”.
Checking of flash unit or replacement of flash unit. (Note 1)
Inspect the flash memory (IC2201 on the VC-493 board).
(Note 2)
Note 1: After repair, be sure to perform “1-5. PROCESS AFTER FIXING FLASH ERROR”.
Note 2: Refer to Service Manual, ADJ (“1-3. DESTINATION DATA WRITE”).
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1-4. METHOD OF COPING WITH SHIFT LENS ERROR
R5792
IC5703
R5721
R5737
IC1803
R1846
LD-222 BOARD (SIDE A)
Note: The length of low section will vary a little depending on the
conditions.
Change in output voltage of R5792 on the LD-222 board
VC-493 BOARD (SIDE A)
about 330 msec
Fig. 2
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Fig. 1
Measurement points on the LD-222 board
Fig. 3
Measurement points on the VC-493 board
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1-4-1. E : 62 : 02 [Abnormality of IC for Steadyshot] Occurred
OrderProcedure
1Turn the power OFF.
While measuring with an oscilloscope the output voltage of R5792 in the periphery of IC5703 on the LD-222 board, turn the
2
power ON to check that the output voltage immediately after the power on change as shown in Fig. 2.
If the output voltage change as shown in Fig. 2, replace the lens block (Note). If it does not change as shown in Fig. 2, inspect
3
the camera control circuit (IC1803 of VC-493 board) periphery.
Note: When the lens block was replaced, execute a necessary adjustment items referring to Service Manual, ADJ.
After the adjustment, make sure with the STEADYSHOT turned ON that the steadyshot functions appropriately in the handheld
operation.
1) Perform the “Check 2” of “Shift Lens Check” (Note 1).
Note 1: For “Shift Lens Check”, refer to Service Manual, ADJ (“7. Shift Lens Check” of “3-2. SERVICE MODE”).
2) Check if the shift lens moves while executing the “Check 2”. If the shift lens does not move, replace the lens block (Note 2). When the
shift lens moved, proceed to the order 3.
3) While executing the “Check 2”, measure with an oscilloscope the output voltage of R5721 in the periphery of IC5703 on the LD-222
board to check the output voltage varies.
4) If the output voltage does not vary, replace the lens block (Note 2). When the output voltage varied, proceed to the order 5.
5) Turn the power OFF.
6) While measuring with an oscilloscope the output voltage of R5792 in the periphery of IC5703 on the LD-222 board, turn the power ON
to check that the output voltage immediately after the power on change as shown in Fig. 2.
7) If the output voltage changes as shown in Fig. 2, replace the lens block (Note 2). If it does not change as shown in Fig. 2, inspect the
camera control circuit (IC1803 of VC-493 board) periphery.
Note 2: When the lens block was replaced, execute the necessary adjustment items referring to Service Manual, ADJ.
After the adjustment, make sure with the STEADYSHOT turned ON that the steadyshot functions appropriately in the handheld operation.
1) Perform the “Check 3” of “Shift Lens Check” (Note 1).
Note 1: For “Shift Lens Check”, refer to Service Manual, ADJ (“7. Shift Lens Check” of “3-2. SERVICE MODE”).
2) Check if the shift lens moves while executing the “Check 3”. If the shift lens does not move, replace the lens block (Note 2). When the
shift lens moved, proceed to the order 3.
3) While executing the “Check 3”, measure with an oscilloscope the output voltage of R5737 in the periphery of IC5703 on the LD-222
board to check the output voltage varies.
4) If the output voltage does not vary, replace the lens block (Note 2). When the output voltage varied, proceed to the order 5.
5) Turn the power OFF.
6) While measuring with an oscilloscope the output voltage of R5792 in the periphery of IC5703 on the LD-222 board, turn the power ON
to check that the output voltage immediately after the power on change as shown in Fig. 2.
7) If the output voltage changes as shown in Fig. 2, replace the lens block (Note 2). If it does not change as shown in Fig. 2, inspect the
camera control circuit (IC1803 of VC-493 board) periphery.
Note 2: When the lens block was replaced, execute the necessary adjustment items referring to Service Manual, ADJ.
After the adjustment, make sure with the STEADYSHOT turned ON that the steadyshot functions appropriately in the handheld operation.
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1-4-5. E : 62 : 20 [Abnormality of Thermistor] Occurred
OrderProcedure
1Turn the power ON.
Check that R1846 in the periphery of IC1803 on the VC-493 board is 0 Ω and energizes. If it is not energizes, replace the R1846.
2
When R1846 is 0 Ω and energizes, replace the lens block (Note).
Check that no error occurs, after replacing the lens block and performing the necessary adjustment. If an error occurs, inspect
3
the camera control circuit (IC1803 of VC-493 board) periphery.
Note: When the lens block was replaced, execute the necessary adjustment items referring to Service Manual, ADJ.
After the adjustment, make sure with the STEADYSHOT turned ON that the steadyshot functions appropriately in the handheld
operation.
1-5. PROCESS AFTER FIXING FLASH ERROR
When “FLASH error” (Self-diagnosis Code E : 91 : 01) occurs, to prevent any abnormal situation caused by high voltage, setting of the flash
is changed automatically to disabling charge and flash setting.
After fixing, this setting needs to be deactivated. Flash error code can be initialized by execution of “Clear All record-data”.
Note: For “Clear All record-data”, refer to Service Manual, ADJ (“6. Record Data” of “3-2. SERVICE MODE”).
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1-6. PRECAUTION ON REPLACING THE
HOLDER (MS)
1-6-1. Precaution on ordering the Holder (MS)
The model display adopts the laser printing method.
Therefore, the holder (MS) for replacement differs depending on
the destination.
As similar displays are provided, choose the suitable one for order.
HDR-CX7 (J)HDR-CX7E (CH)HDR-CX7EK (E, HK, AUS, JE)
Serial No.
Note: After replacing the holder (MS), the serial number for it will
be changed to the one exclusive for service use.
Inform a customer of the serial number change and change
the serial number in the repair data.
Serial No.
Part No.Description
A-1334-454-A HOLDER (CX7-J1), SERVICE (MS)
HDR-CX7 (US)HDR-CX7K (E, JE)HDR-CX7EK (AEP)
Serial No.
Part No.Description
A-1334-455-A HOLDER (CX7-U2), SERVICE (MS)
HDR-CX7 (CND)HDR-CX7K (KR)HDR-CX6EK (AEP, UK)
Serial No.
Part No.Description
A-1334-457-A (CX7E-CN2), SERVICE (MS)
Serial No.
Part No.Description
A-1334-458-A (CX7K-E23), SERVICE (MS)
Serial No.
Part No.Description
A-1334-460-A HOLDER (CX7KE-E34), (MS)
Part No.Description
A-1334-461-A HOLDER (CX7KE-CEN), (MS)
Serial No.
Serial No.
Part No.Description
A-1334-456-A HOLDER (CX7-CA2), SERVICE
HDR-CX6EK/CX7/CX7E/CX7K/CX7EK_L2
Part No.Description
A-1334-459-A HOLDER (CX7K-KR2), SERVICE
(MS)(MS)
1-6
Serial No.
Part No.Description
A-1334-462-A HOLDER (CX6EK-CEH), (MS)
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1-6-2. Precaution on Replacing the Holder (MS) for J Models
The year of manufacture on the labels should be the same as the previous Holder (MS) (circled portions shown on the below).
Example: For the figure below, attach the “Made of 07 years” label.
* The replacement label and “inset (how to affix)” are supplied together with holder (MS) for service.
*
Manufacturing year
* Affix the label
1-6-3. Precaution on Replacing the Holder (MS) for US Models
The date of manufacture and the manufacturer on the labels should be the same as the previous Holder (MS) (circled portions shown on the
below).
Example: For the figure below, attach the “7A” and “SKD” labels.
* The replacement labels and “inset (how to affix)” are supplied together with holder (MS) for service.
* The layout of the print has changed so that a new holder (MS) for US may widen the area that sticks labels on.
Previous Holder (MS)New Holder (MS)
*
Factory
Factory
Manufacturing year
*
Manufacturing year
* Affix the label
1-6-4. Precaution on Replacing the Holder (MS) for KR Models
The date of manufacture on the labels should be the same as the previous Holder (MS) (circled portions shown on the below).
Example: For the figure below, attach the “2007.5” label.
* The replacement label and “inset (how to affix)” are supplied together with holder (MS) for service.
交換前のM S ホルダーに印字されている製造年月(下図の○部の表示)と同じ表示のラベルを新しいM S ホルダーに貼付
けてください。
例:下図では,2007.5のラベルを貼る
*ラベルは,サービス用MSホルダーに「投げ込み(ラベル貼り方)」を含めて同梱されています。
*
製造年月
*
ラベルを貼付けてください
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2. DISASSEMBLY
Cut and remove the part of gilt
which comes off at the point.
(Be careful or some
pieces of gilt may be left inside)
NOTE FOR REPAIR
• Make sure that the flat cable and flexible board are not cracked of bent at the terminal.
Do not insert the cable insufficiently nor crookedly.
• When remove a connector, don’t pull at wire of connector. It is possible that a wire is snapped.
• When installing a connector, don’t press down at wire of connector.
It is possible that a wire is snapped.
DISCHARGING OF THE ST-165 BOARD’S CHARGING CAPACITOR (C5206)
The charging capacitor (C5206) of the ST-165 board is charged
up to the maximum 330 V potential.
There is a danger of electric shock by this high voltage when the
capacitor is handled by hand. The electric shock is caused by
the charged voltage which is kept without discharging when the
main power of the unit is simply turned off. Therefore, the
remaining voltage must be discharged as described below.
Preparing the Short Jig
To preparing the short jig, a small clip is attached to each end of
a resistor of 1 kΩ /1 W (1-215-869-11).
Wrap insulating tape fully around the leads of the resistor to
prevent electrical shock.
1 kΩ/1 W
Note: High-voltage cautions
Discharging the Capacitor
Short-circuit between the two points with the short jig
about 10 seconds.
ST-165 Board
NOTE FOR DISCONNECTING THE HARNESS (COAXIAL CABLE)
Harness
(Coaxial Cable)
Wrap insulating tape.
Tw eezers etc.
R:1 kΩ/1 W
(Part code: 1-215-869-11)
C5206
When disconnecting the harness (Coaxial Cable), do not pull the
harness part but pull off the connector body with tweezers etc.
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2-1. IDENTIFYING PARTS
Cabinet L Section
Top Cabinet Section
⋅ PH-002 Board
BT Panel Section
⋅ CR-084 Board
Lens Section
⋅ LD-222 Board
⋅ CM-077 Board
VC-493 Board
Flash Unit Section
⋅ ST-165 Board
Front Panel Section
- DISASSEMBLY FLOW -
2-2-1. OVERALL SECTION
⋅ LCD Panel Section
⋅ Front Panel Section
2-2-4. MAIN BODY SECTION
⋅ Top Cabinet Section
⋅ MS-363 Board Section
⋅ Cabinet L Section