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 Flash Top PCB------------------------------------------------------------4 2 Warning --------------------------------------------------------------5 2.1.
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 Flash Top PCB CAUTION: 1. Be sure to discharge the capacitor on Flash Top PCB. 2. Be careful of the high voltage circuit on Flash Top PCB 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 Electrostatic 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).
2.3.2.3. How to Replace the Fuse A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local 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.
Top Operation PCB) and then replace it into new one. Note: The lithium battery is a critical component. (Type No.: ML-421S/ZTK Manufactured by Panasonic) It must never be subjected to excessive heat or discharge. It must therefore only be fitted in equipment designed specifically for its use.
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.
How to Define the Model Suffix (NTSC or PAL model) There are eight kinds of DMC-TZ7/ZS3, regardless of the colours. • a) DMC-TZ7 (Japan domestic model.) /SG • b) DMC-ZS3P/PC • c) DMC-TZ7EB/EF/EG/EP • d) DMC-TZ7EE • e) DMC-ZS3GD • f ) DMC-ZS3GT •...
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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-PAVC” web-site in “TSN system”, together with Maintenance software.
3.4.2. INITIAL SETTINGS: After replacing the MAIN PCB, be sure to perform the initial settings after achieving the adjustment by ordering the following proce- dure 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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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 DMC-TZ7 (Japan domestic model) NTSC Japanese Year/Month/Date DMC-TZ7EB English Date/Month/Year DMC-TZ7EE Russian Date/Month/Year DMC-TZ7EF French Date/Month/Year DMC-TZ7EG English...
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NOTE: (Only for "EB/EF/EG/EP" models) • Data form the PC can not be written to the camera using the USB connection cable. • Motion pictures can be recorded continuously for up to 15minutes. The maximum continuous recording time (up to 15minutes) is displayed on the screen.
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. Attribute Main item Sub item Error code Contents (Upper) Error Indication High 4bits Low 4 bits Check point (Lower) Detecting Part/Circuit device LENS Lens drive OIS 18*0...
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Attribute Main item Sub item Error code Contents (Upper) Error Indication High 4bits Low 4 bits Check point (Lower) Detecting Part/Circuit device C000 OIS adj. Yaw direction position sensor error D000 OIS adj. Pitch direction position sensor error E000 OIS adj. other error HARD VENUS Flash...
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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: 18 0 01000) When the third digit from the left shows "0", this error occurred under the condition of INITIAL SETTINGS has been completed. It means that this error is occurred basically at user side.
6.2. ICS (Indication of additional Camera Settings when picture was taken) function 1. General description This unit is equipped with ICS (ICS:Indication of additional Camera Settings when picture was taken) function by playing back the concerned picture on the LCD display. (This function is achieved by utilizing "maker note"...
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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 Service Fixture & Tools 7.1. Service Fixture and Tools The following Service Fixture and tools are used for checking and servicing this unit. 7.2. When Replacing the Main PCB After replacing the MAIN PCB, be sure to achieve adjustment. The adjustment instruction is available at “software download”...
7.3. Service Position This Service Position is used for checking and replacing parts. Use the following Extension cables for servicing. Parts No. Connection Form RFKZ0416 FP9003 (MAIN) - CCD UNIT 41PIN 0.3 FFC RFKZ0477 FP9005 (MAIN) - LENS UNIT 45PIN 0.4 FFC RFKZ0445 PP9901 (MAIN) - PS9801(SUB) 100PIN B to B...
8.3. Disassembly Procedure 8.3.1. Removal of the Rear Case Unit Item Fig. Removal Rear Case Unit Fig.D1 SD Card Battery 6 Screws (A) Fig.D2 FP9006 (Flex) FP9008 (Flex) Rear Case Unit LCD Unit Fig.D3 5 Locking tabs LCD Unit LCD Panel LCD (1) Fig.D4 NOTE: (When Replacing)
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8.3.2. Removal of the LCD Unit Fig. D4 Fig. D3...
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8.3.3. Removal of the Main P.C.B. 8.3.4. Removal of the Front Case Fig. D6 8.3.5. Removal of the Top Operation Unit Fig. D5 Fig. D7...
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8.3.6. Removal of the Top Operation 8.3.7. Removal of the Lens Unit P.C.B. Fig. D9 Fig. D8...
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8.3.8. Removal of the Sub P.C.B. 8.3.9. Removal of the Flash Unit, Flash P.C.B. Fig. D10 Fig. D11...
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8.3.10. Removal of the Battery Frame Unit, Battery Case Unit Fig. D13 NOTE: (When Assembling) Be sure to confirm the following points when assembling. • The Screw is tightened enough. • Assembling conditions are fine. (No distortion, no illegal- space.) •...
8.4. Disassembly Procedure for the 8.4.1. Removal of the Zoom Motor Unit and Master Flange Unit Lens 1. Remove the libs (5 points). NOTE: When Disassembling and Assembling for the Lens 2. Unscrew the 5 screws (A). 1. To minimize the possibility of the CCD being dirt, perform 3.
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8.4.2. Removal of the Direct Frame, Both Side Cam, 1st Lens Frame/2nd Lens Frame/3rd Lens Frame, Pene- tration Cam and Drive Frame • Push the penetration cam to the indicated by arrow from lens side, and then remove the unit of direct frame, both side cam, 1st lens frame/2nd lens frame/3rd lens frame, penetra- tion cam and drive frame from the fixed frame unit.
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8.4.3. Removal of the Direct Frame, Both 8.4.4. Removal of the Direct Frame, Both Side Cam and 1st Lens Frame/2nd Side Cam and 2nd Lens Frame/3nd Lens Frame/3rd Lens Frame Lens Frame 1. Turn the drive frame, and then Align the groove of drive •...
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8.4.5. Removal of the 3rd Lens Frame and 8.4.6. Removal of the Direct Frame 2nd Lens Frame 1. Turn the direct frame, and then Align the groove of direct frame and groove of both side cam. 2. Remove the 3rd lens frame and 2nd lens frame from the direct frame, both side cam.
8.5. Assembly Procedure for Lens 8.5.2. Phase alignment of the Direct Frame and Both Side Cam 8.5.1. Phase alignment of the Penetration Cam and Drive Frame...
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8.5.3. Assembly for the 2nd Lens Frame 8.5.4. Assembly for the Direct Frame, and 3nd Lens Frame Both Side Cam and 2nd Lens Frame/3nd Lens Frame...
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8.5.5. Assembly for the Direct Frame, 8.5.6. Assembly for the Direct Frame, Both Side Cam and 1st Lens Frame/ Both Side Cam and 1st Lens Frame/ 2nd Lens Frame/3rd Lens Frame 2nd Lens Frame/3rd Lens Frame, Penetration Cam and Drive Frame...
8.5.7. Assembly for the Zoom Motor Unit 8.6. Removal of the CCD Unit and Master Flange Unit To prevent the CCD unit from catching the dust and dirt, do not remove the CCD unit except for replacing.
8.9. Applyment Grease Method The grease apply point 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. • Focus motor nut moving part - Grease: RFKZ0472 - Amount of apply: 3 - 5 mg •...
9 Measurements and Adjustments 9.1. Matrix Chart for Replaced Part and Necessary Adjustment The relation between Replaced part and Necessary Adjustment is shown in the following table. When concerned part is replaced, be sure to achieve the necessary adjustment(s). As for Adjustment condition/procedure, consult the “Adjustment Manual” which is available in Adjustment software. The Adjustment software is available at “TSN Website”, therefore, access to “TSN Website”...
10 Maintenance 10.1. Cleaning Lens, Viewfinder and LCD Panel Do not touch the surface of lens, Viewfinder 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 their surface. Note: The Lens Cleaning KIT ;...
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3.The voltage being indicated on the schematic diagram is measured in "Standard-Playback" mode when there is no specify mode is mentioned. Model No. DMC-TZ7EB DMC-TZ7SG 4.Although the voltage and waveform available on here is measured with standard frame, it may be differ from actual measurement due to modification of circuit and so on.
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. Schematic Diagram S4.1. Interconnection Diagram TOP OPERATION P.C.B. (COMPONENT SIDE) FLASH P.C.B. ET9901 (COMPONENT SIDE) FP9902 MIC GND R : (FOIL SIDE) MIC R MIC GND L MIC L ET9902 MICROPHONE SPEAKER BATTERY LCD UNIT FP9006 DCLK VDDIO AVDD MVDL CFN MVDL CFP PVDD...
S4.4. Flash Schematic Diagram CAUTION: FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST FIRE HAZARD, CAUTION: FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST FIRE HAZARD, REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME TYPE 1.0A 32V FUSE. REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME TYPE 1.5A 32V FUSE. ATTENTION: POUR UNE PROTECTION CONTINUE LES RISQUES ATTENTION: POUR UNE PROTECTION CONTINUE LES RISQUES 1.0A 32V 1.5A 32V...
S4.6. Lens Flex Schematic Diagram POSITIVE VOLTAGE LINE YVO- YVH+ HALL SENSOR (Y) YVO+ YVH- YDRV+ DRIVE COIL (Y) YDRV- DC SOLENOID (SHUTTER) STBN STBN SHUTTER UNIT STAP STAP STBP DC SOLENOID STBP (IRIS) STAN STAN XDRV- DRIVE COIL (X) XDRV+ XVO- TO MAIN...
S5.4. Lens Flex P.C.B. SHUTTER UNIT SHUTTER UNIT OIS C Pin 1 PHOTO SENSOR Pin 45 PHOTO SENSOR ZOOM MOTOR UNIT FOCUS MOTOR DMC-TZ7/ZS3 LENS FLEX P.C.B. S-13...
E.S.D. standards for Electrostatically Sensitive Devices, refer to PREVENTION OF 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. Others are supplied from AVC-CSC-SPC. S-15...
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DMC-TZ7EB/EE/EF/EG/EP/GC/GJ/GN/SG, DMC-ZS3GD/GH/GK/GT/P/PC/PU Ref.No. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks Ref.No. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks ------ P.C.B. LIST ------ R5227 D0YAR0000007 M.RESISTOR CH 1/16W VEP56081C MAIN P.C.B. 1 (RTL) E.S.D. EB,EF,EG,EP R9901 ERJ2GEJ152 M.RESISTOR CH 1/16W 1.5K VEP56081A MAIN P.C.B.
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DMC-TZ7EB/EE/EF/EG/EP/GC/GJ/GN/SG, DMC-ZS3GD/GH/GK/GT/P/PC/PU Ref.No. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks Ref.No. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks VEP56081C MAIN P.C.B. 1 (RTL) E.S.D. EB,EF,EG,EP XQN16+BJ3FN SCREW VEP56081A MAIN P.C.B. 1 (RTL) E.S.D. EE,GC,GJ,GN, VHD2071 SCREW SG,GD,GH,GK,GT,P,PC,PU VHD2071 SCREW VEP51024A SUB P.C.B.
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DMC-TZ7EB/EE/EF/EG/EP/GC/GJ/GN/SG, DMC-ZS3GD/GH/GK/GT/P/PC/PU Ref.No. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks Ref.No. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks VPF1318 CAMERA BAG 315 VQT1Z93 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1 EB 302 DE-A66AA BATTERY CHARGER 1 EB,EF,EG,EP,GN (ENGLISH) 302 DE-A66BA BATTERY CHARGER 1 EE,GC,GJ,GD,GH,GK ...
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