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.
1.4. How to Discharge the Capacitor on E.Capacitor P.C.B. CAUTION: 1. Be sure to discharge the capacitor on E.CAPACITOR P.C.B.. 2. Be careful of the high voltage circuit on E.CAPACITOR 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).
A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local 2.3.2.3. How to Replace the Fuse Panasonic Dealer. 1. Remove the Fuse Cover with a screwdriver. 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.
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.
3.4. How to Define the Model Suffix (NTSC or PAL model) There are seven kinds of DMC-FP3, regardless of the colours. • a) DMC-FP3P/PC • b) DMC-FP3EB/EG/EP • c) DMC-FP3EE • d) DMC-FP3GT • e) DMC-FP3GK • f) DMC-FP3GN • g) DMC-FP3PU/GC/GF/GH What is the difference is that the “INITIAL SETTINGS”...
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3.4.2. INITIAL SETTINGS: After replacing the MAIN P.C.B., be sure to perform the initial settings after achieving the adjustment by ordering the following pro- cedure in accordance with model suffix of the unit. 1. IMPORTANT NOTICE: Before proceeding Initial settings, be sure to read the following CAUTIONS. 2.
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[CASE 1. After replacing MAIN P.C.B.] When MAIN P.C.B. has just been replaced, all of the model suffix is displayed as follows. (Eight pages in total) [CASE 2. Other than “After replacing MAIN P.C.B.”] • Step 5. Choose the model suffix in “INITIAL SETTINGS”: (Refer to “CAUTION 1”) [Caution: After replacing MAIN P.C.B.] The model suffix can been chosen, JUST ONE TIME.
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• Step 6. Set the model suffix in “INITIAL SETTINGS”: • The only set area is displayed, and then select the [ END ] by touching the Touch Panel. (The unit is powered off automatically.) • Step 7. CONFIRMATION: Confirm the display of “PLEASE SET THE CLOCK” in concernd language when the unit is turned on again. When the unit is connected to PC with USB cable, it is detected as removable media.
[AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket [DC IN] socket Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor. If while recording motion pictures using the AC adaptor the power supply is cut off due to a power cut or if the AC adaptor is disconnected...
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The only batteries suitable for use with this unit are genuine Panasonic products and batteries manufactured by other companies and certified by Panasonic. (Batteries which do not support this function cannot be used.) Panasonic cannot in any way guarantee the quality, performance or safety of batteries which have been manufactured by other companies and are not genuine Panasonic products.
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.
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.
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3. How to read 4. How to exit: Simply, turn the power off. (Since ICS function is executed under the condition of temporary cancellation of "INITIAL SETTINGS", it wake up with normal condition when turn off the power.)
7.2. When Replacing the Main P.C.B. After replacing the MAIN P.C.B., 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. 7.3. Service Position This Service Position is used for checking and replacing parts.
8 Disassembly and Assembly Instructions 8.1. Disassembly Flow Chart This is a disassembling chart. When assembling, perform this chart conversely. 8.2. PCB Location...
8.3. Disassembly Procedure 8.3.1. Removal of the Rear Case Unit Item Removal Rear Case Unit (Fig. D1) Card Battery 1 Screw (A) 4 Screws (B) 2 Screws (C) Side Ornament L1 Side Ornament L2 (Fig. D2) Side Ornament (R) 1 Screw (D) 2 Locking tabs Rear Case Unit Front Case Unit...
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8.3.2. Removal of the Front Case Unit (Fig. D3) 8.3.3. Removal of the Lens Cover (Fig. D2) (Fig. D4)
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8.3.4. Removal of the Sub Operation P.C.B. (Fig. D6) 8.3.5. Removal of the LCD Unit (Fig. D5) (Fig. D7)
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8.3.6. Removal of the Top Operation Unit (Fig. D9) (Fig. D8)
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8.3.7. Removal of the E.Capacitor P.C.B. (Fig. D11) 8.3.8. Removal of the Flash Top P.C.B. (Fig. D10) (Fig. D12)
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8.3.10. Removal of the Lens Switch P.C.B. and Main P.C.B. (Fig. D13) 8.3.9. Removal of the Lens Unit (with CCD) NOTE: When Disassembling and Assembling for the Lens Unit 1. Take care that the dust and dirt are not entered into the lens.
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8.3.12. Removal of the Battery Case Unit 8.3.13. Removal of the Battery Door Unit (Fig. D19) NOTE: (When Assembling) Make sure to confirm the following points when assembling: • The Screw is tightened enough. (Fig. D17) • Assembling conditions are fine. (No distortion, no abnormal- space.) •...
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 [ DISPLAY ] button after Flag reset. OIS Adjustment screen is displayed on the LCD panel. (Refer to Fig.3-4) 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 “3.4.2. 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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DSC1002015CE S1. About Indication of The Schematic Diagram Service Manual S1.1. Important Safety Notice COMPONENTS IDENTIFIED WITH THE MARK HAVE THE SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS Diagrams and Replacement FOR SAFETY. WHEN REPLACING ANY OF THESE COMPONENTS USE ONLY THE SAME TYPE. 1.Although reference number of the parts is indicated on the P.C.B. drawing and/or Parts List schematic diagrams, it is NOT mounted on the P.C.B.
S2. Voltage Chart Note) Indicated voltage values are the standard values for the unit measured by the DC electronic circuit tester (high-impedance) with the chassis taken as standard. Therefore, there may exist some errors in the voltage values, depending on the internal impedance of the DC circuit tester. S2.1.
S4.2. Flash Top Schematic Diagram / S4.3. Lens Switch Schematic Diagram CAUTION: FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST FIRE HAZARD, REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME TYPE 1.5A 32V FUSE. ATTENTION: POUR UNE PROTECTION CONTINUE LES RISQUES 1.5A 32V D' INCENDIE N' UTILISERQUE DES FUSIBLE DE MÉME TYPE 1.5A 32V. OFF/ON SHUTTER_SW T/W_SW...
ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE (ESD) TO ELECTROSTATICALLY SENSITIVE (ES) DEVICES section. Definition of Parts supplier: 1. Parts marked with [ENERGY] in the remarks column are supplied from Panasonic Corporation Energy Company. 2. Parts marked with [SPC] in the remarks column are supplied from AVC-CSC-SPC.
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DMC-FP3 vol.1 Ref.No. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks Ref.No. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks VEP56095A MAIN P.C.B. 1 (RTL) E.S.D. VEP58104A E. CAPACITOR P.C.B. 1 (RTL) VEK0Q26 FLASH TOP P.C.B. 1 (RTL) E.S.D. VEP59073A SUB OPERATION P.C.B. 1 (RTL) E.S.D.
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DMC-FP3 vol.1 Ref.No. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks Ref.No. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks VYK3Z71 FRONT CASE UNIT 1 PR VEP50062A LENS SWITCH P.C.B. 1 (RTL) VYK3Z77 FRONT CASE UNIT 1 PAB VEP56095A MAIN P.C.B. 1 (RTL) E.S.D. VYK3S93 FRONT CASE UNIT 1 PUS,GCS,GHS,GFS,GKS...
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DMC-FP3 vol.1 Ref.No. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks Ref.No. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks VPF1372 CAMERA BAG 1 P,PC,PU DE-A75BA/SX BATTERY CHARGER 1 P,PC,PU ----- BATTERY 1 P,PC,PU K1HA08AD0002 USB CABLE W/PLUG 1 P,PC,PU K1HA08CD0028 AV CABLE W/PLUG 1 P,PC,PU VFC4297-B HAND STRAP...
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DMC-FP3 vol.1 Ref.No. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks Ref.No. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks VPK4147 PACKING CASE 1 EGV,EBV,EEV,GHV,GTV VPF1317 CAMERA BAG 1 GC [SPC] VPK4122 PACKING CASE 1 GHS VPF1372 CAMERA BAG 1 (EXCEPT P,PC,PU,GC) VPK4139 PACKING CASE 1 GHN,GTN,GNN...