DMC-FZ20PP / DMC-FZ20EB / DMC-FZ20EG / DMC-FZ20EGM / DMC-FZ20GC / DMC-FZ20GD / DMC-FZ20GN / DMC-FZ20SG 1 INTRODUCTION 1.1. 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.
DMC-FZ20PP / DMC-FZ20EB / DMC-FZ20EG / DMC-FZ20EGM / DMC-FZ20GC / DMC-FZ20GD / DMC-FZ20GN / DMC-FZ20SG 1.4. HOW TO DEFINE THE MODEL SUFFIX (NTSC or PAL model) There are four kinds of DMC-FZ20, regardless the colours. · a) DMC-FZ20S · b) DMC-FZ20PP ·...
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DMC-FZ20PP / DMC-FZ20EB / DMC-FZ20EG / DMC-FZ20EGM / DMC-FZ20GC / DMC-FZ20GD / DMC-FZ20GN / DMC-FZ20SG 1.4.2. INITIAL SETTINGS: When you replace the Main C.B.A. be sure to perform the initial settings after achieving the Adjustment, by ordering the following procedure in accordance with model suffix.
DMC-FZ20PP / DMC-FZ20EB / DMC-FZ20EG / DMC-FZ20EGM / DMC-FZ20GC / DMC-FZ20GD / DMC-FZ20GN / DMC-FZ20SG 2.3. LEAKAGE CURRENT HOT 2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CHECK (See Figure 1.) 2.1. GENERAL GUIDELINES 1. Plug the AC cord directly into the AC outlet. Do not use an 1.
DMC-FZ20PP / DMC-FZ20EB / DMC-FZ20EG / DMC-FZ20EGM / DMC-FZ20GC / DMC-FZ20GD / DMC-FZ20GN / DMC-FZ20SG 5.2.1. Important 5 CAUTION FOR AC CORD The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with (EB only) the following code: 5.1. INFORMATION FOR YOUR...
DMC-FZ20PP / DMC-FZ20EB / DMC-FZ20EG / DMC-FZ20EGM / DMC-FZ20GC / DMC-FZ20GD / DMC-FZ20GN / DMC-FZ20SG 6 HOW TO REPLACE THE LITHIUM BATTERY 6.1. REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE 1. Remove the MAIN C.B.A. (Refer to Disassembly Procedures.) 2. Remove the Lithium battery (Ref. No. “Z9101” at foil side of MAIN C.B.A.) and then replace it into new one.
DMC-FZ20PP / DMC-FZ20EB / DMC-FZ20EG / DMC-FZ20EGM / DMC-FZ20GC / DMC-FZ20GD / DMC-FZ20GN / DMC-FZ20SG 8 SERVICE NOTES 8.1. WHEN REPLACING THE MAIN C.B.A. After replacing the MAIN C.B.A., be sure to achieve adjustment. The adjustment instruction is available at “software download” on the “CS-Web from AVC” web-site in “TSN system”, together with Maintenance software.
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DMC-FZ20PP / DMC-FZ20EB / DMC-FZ20EG / DMC-FZ20EGM / DMC-FZ20GC / DMC-FZ20GD / DMC-FZ20GN / DMC-FZ20SG CAUTION-1. (When servicing MAIN C.B.A.) 1. Be sure to discharge the capacitor on MAIN C.B.A. Refer to “HOW TO DISCHARGE THE CAPACITOR ON MAIN C.B.A.”.
DMC-FZ20PP / DMC-FZ20EB / DMC-FZ20EG / DMC-FZ20EGM / DMC-FZ20GC / DMC-FZ20GD / DMC-FZ20GN / DMC-FZ20SG 8.3. HOW TO DISCHARGE THE CAPACITOR ON MAIN C.B.A. CAUTION: 1. Be sure to discharge the capacitor on MAIN C.B.A. 2. Be careful of the high voltage circuit on MAIN C.B.A. when servicing.
DMC-FZ20PP / DMC-FZ20EB / DMC-FZ20EG / DMC-FZ20EGM / DMC-FZ20GC / DMC-FZ20GD / DMC-FZ20GN / DMC-FZ20SG 9 ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURES Although the repair of Main C.B.A. is separated, it needs the electrical adjustment and factory setting when it is replaced the Main C.B.A., IC6002 (Flash-ROM) and related parts.
DMC-FZ20PP / DMC-FZ20EB / DMC-FZ20EG / DMC-FZ20EGM / DMC-FZ20GC / DMC-FZ20GD / DMC-FZ20GN / DMC-FZ20SG 9.1. SERVICE FIXTURE AND TOOLS The following Service Fixture and tools are used for checking and servicing this unit.
DMC-FZ20PP / DMC-FZ20EB / DMC-FZ20EG / DMC-FZ20EGM / DMC-FZ20GC / DMC-FZ20GD / DMC-FZ20GN / DMC-FZ20SG 10 ERROR CODE MEMORY FUNCTION 1. General description This unit is equipped with history of error code memory function, and can be memorized 32 error codes in sequence from the latest.
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DMC-FZ20PP / DMC-FZ20EB / DMC-FZ20EG / DMC-FZ20EGM / DMC-FZ20GC / DMC-FZ20GD / DMC-FZ20GN / DMC-FZ20SG · 4. How to read the error code: One error code is displayed for 8 bit, the contents of error codes is indicated the table as shown below.
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DMC-FZ20PP / DMC-FZ20EB / DMC-FZ20EG / DMC-FZ20EGM / DMC-FZ20GC / DMC-FZ20GD / DMC-FZ20GN / DMC-FZ20SG Attribute Main item Sub item Error code Contents (Upper) High 4 bits Low 4 bits Check point (Lower) SOFT CPU, ASIC Monitor 3800 1000 AF frame movement check time out.
DMC-FZ20PP / DMC-FZ20EB / DMC-FZ20EG / DMC-FZ20EGM / DMC-FZ20GC / DMC-FZ20GD / DMC-FZ20GN / DMC-FZ20SG 11 CONFIRMATION OF FIRMWARE VERSION The Firmware version can be confirmed by ordering the following steps:. · Step 1. The temporary cancellation of factory setting: Set the mode dial to “...
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DMC-FZ20PP / DMC-FZ20EB / DMC-FZ20EG / DMC-FZ20EGM / DMC-FZ20GC / DMC-FZ20GD / DMC-FZ20GN / DMC-FZ20SG 12.3.2. Removal of the Top Operation Unit 12.3.4. Removal of the Rear Operation Unit and Speaker Fig. D3 12.3.3. Removal of the LCD Unit Fig. D4...
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DMC-FZ20PP / DMC-FZ20EB / DMC-FZ20EG / DMC-FZ20EGM / DMC-FZ20GC / DMC-FZ20GD / DMC-FZ20GN / DMC-FZ20SG 12.3.5. Removal of the Main C.B.A. 12.3.6. Removal of the Jack Door Unit Fig. D6 Fig. D7 Fig. D8...
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DMC-FZ20PP / DMC-FZ20EB / DMC-FZ20EG / DMC-FZ20EGM / DMC-FZ20GC / DMC-FZ20GD / DMC-FZ20GN / DMC-FZ20SG 12.3.7. Removal of the Battery Frame Unit Fig. D9 Fig. D10...
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DMC-FZ20PP / DMC-FZ20EB / DMC-FZ20EG / DMC-FZ20EGM / DMC-FZ20GC / DMC-FZ20GD / DMC-FZ20GN / DMC-FZ20SG 12.3.8. Removal of the Battery Cover Unit 12.3.9. Installation of the Battery Cover Unit Fig. D11 Fig. D12...
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DMC-FZ20PP / DMC-FZ20EB / DMC-FZ20EG / DMC-FZ20EGM / DMC-FZ20GC / DMC-FZ20GD / DMC-FZ20GN / DMC-FZ20SG 12.3.10. Removal of the CCD Unit 12.3.12. Removal of the Top Case Unit Fig. D13 12.3.11. Removal of the EVF Unit Fig. D14 Fig. D15...
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DMC-FZ20PP / DMC-FZ20EB / DMC-FZ20EG / DMC-FZ20EGM / DMC-FZ20GC / DMC-FZ20GD / DMC-FZ20GN / DMC-FZ20SG 12.3.13. Removal of the Hot Shoe Unit and Flash Unit Fig. D16 Fig. D17...
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DMC-FZ20PP / DMC-FZ20EB / DMC-FZ20EG / DMC-FZ20EGM / DMC-FZ20GC / DMC-FZ20GD / DMC-FZ20GN / DMC-FZ20SG 12.3.15. Removal of the Lens Ring Front, MF Ring Unit and MF Ring Fig. D18 12.3.14. Removal of the Lens Unit Fig. D20 Fig. D19...
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DMC-FZ20PP / DMC-FZ20EB / DMC-FZ20EG / DMC-FZ20EGM / DMC-FZ20GC / DMC-FZ20GD / DMC-FZ20GN / DMC-FZ20SG 12.3.16. Removal of the Encoder Unit 12.3.17. Removal of the Side Operation Unit Fig. D21 Fig. D22...
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DMC-FZ20PP / DMC-FZ20EB / DMC-FZ20EG / DMC-FZ20EGM / DMC-FZ20GC / DMC-FZ20GD / DMC-FZ20GN / DMC-FZ20SG 12.4. DISASSEMBLY / ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE FOR THE LENS NOTE: When Disassembling and Assembling for the Lens 1. To prevent the lens from catching the dust and dirt, perform the following procedures with the CCD unit is installing.
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DMC-FZ20PP / DMC-FZ20EB / DMC-FZ20EG / DMC-FZ20EGM / DMC-FZ20GC / DMC-FZ20GD / DMC-FZ20GN / DMC-FZ20SG 12.4.3. Removal of the F Guide Pole 12.4.2. Removal of the 4th Lens Frame Unit NOTE: Do not remove F guide pole except for replacing.
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DMC-FZ20PP / DMC-FZ20EB / DMC-FZ20EG / DMC-FZ20EGM / DMC-FZ20GC / DMC-FZ20GD / DMC-FZ20GN / DMC-FZ20SG 12.4.4. Removal of the OIS Unit and 12.4.5. Removal of the Cam Frame Unit Shutter Unit...
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DMC-FZ20PP / DMC-FZ20EB / DMC-FZ20EG / DMC-FZ20EGM / DMC-FZ20GC / DMC-FZ20GD / DMC-FZ20GN / DMC-FZ20SG 12.4.6. Removal of the Drive Frame Unit 12.4.7. Removal of the 2nd Lens Frame Unit...
DMC-FZ20PP / DMC-FZ20EB / DMC-FZ20EG / DMC-FZ20EGM / DMC-FZ20GC / DMC-FZ20GD / DMC-FZ20GN / DMC-FZ20SG 13.2. WIRING CONNECTION DIAGRAM SIDE OPERATION REAR OPERATION TOP OPERATION FLASH UNIT LCD UNIT HOT SHUE UNIT UNIT UNIT UNIT BATTERY P9004 EVF UNIT FP9008...
DMC-FZ20PP / DMC-FZ20EB / DMC-FZ20EG / DMC-FZ20EGM / DMC-FZ20GC / DMC-FZ20GD / DMC-FZ20GN / DMC-FZ20SG 16 REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST 16.1. MECHANICAL REPLACEMENT Ref. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks PARTS LIST VXQ1295 1ST LENS FRAME UNIT [AVC-SPC] BLACK VXW0690...
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DMC-FZ20PP / DMC-FZ20EB / DMC-FZ20EG / DMC-FZ20EGM / DMC-FZ20GC / DMC-FZ20GD / DMC-FZ20GN / DMC-FZ20SG 16.1.2. PACKING PARTS & ACCESSORIES Ref. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks SECTION PARTS LIST XQN14+CJ3FN SCREW,STEEL [AVC-SPC] XQN14+CJ3FN SCREW,STEEL [AVC-SPC] Definition of Parts supplier:...
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DMC-FZ20PP / DMC-FZ20EB / DMC-FZ20EG / DMC-FZ20EGM / DMC-FZ20GC / DMC-FZ20GD / DMC-FZ20GN / DMC-FZ20SG Ref. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks 16.1.3. SERVICE FIXTURE & TOOLS VQT0L79 INSTRUCTION BOOK/ [AVC-SPC] Ref. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks...
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DMC-FZ20PP / DMC-FZ20EB / DMC-FZ20EG / DMC-FZ20EGM / DMC-FZ20GC / DMC-FZ20GD / DMC-FZ20GN / DMC-FZ20SG 13.2. WIRING CONNECTION DIAGRAM SIDE OPERATION FLASH UNIT LCD UNIT UNIT P9004 EVF UNIT FP9008 P9007 P9006 XSTH CKH1 CKH2 FP9005 XDSG FP9004 MAIN (COMPON...
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DMC-FZ20PP / DMC-FZ20EB / DMC-FZ20EG / DMC-FZ20EGM / DMC-FZ20GC / DMC-FZ20GD / DMC-FZ20GN / DMC-FZ20SG REAR OPERATION TOP OPERATION SHUE UNIT UNIT UNIT BATTERY FP9009 FP9003 P9002 SPEAKER FP9002 P9001 SD CARD DAT3 SIDE) D GND D2R8V OIL SIDE) SDCLK...
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DMC-FZ20PP / DMC-FZ20EB / DMC-FZ20EG / DMC-FZ20EGM / DMC-FZ20GC / DMC-FZ20GD / DMC-FZ20GN / DMC-FZ20SG 13.3. BACKLIGHT SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM BACKLIGHT SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM POSITIVE VOLTAGE LINE M9501 P9501 MIC GND MIC REG TO MAIN (AUDIO/JACK) SELF LED A CIRCUIT (P9004) SELF LED K...
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DMC-FZ20PP / DMC-FZ20EB / DMC-FZ20EG / DMC-FZ20EGM / DMC-FZ20GC / DMC-FZ20GD / DMC-FZ20GN / DMC-FZ20SG .5. SIDE OPERATION SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM SIDE OPERATION SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM SIDE OPERATION SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM SIDE OPERATION SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM SIDE OPERATION SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM AF L AF L...
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DMC-FZ20PP / DMC-FZ20EB / DMC-FZ20EG / DMC-FZ20EGM / DMC-FZ20GC / DMC-FZ20GD / DMC-FZ20GN / DMC-FZ20SG 13.7. REAR OPERATION SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM REAR OPERATION SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM POWER SW POWER ON EVF LCD SEL DELETE EXPOSURE DISPLAY MENU EVF LCD SEL 9 D GND...
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DMC-FZ20PP / DMC-FZ20EB / DMC-FZ20EG / DMC-FZ20EGM / DMC-FZ20GC / DMC-FZ20GD / DMC-FZ20GN / DMC-FZ20SG .8. LENS FLEX SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM LENS FLEX SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM POSITIVE VOLTAGE LINE COLLAPSABLE DC MOTOR BARREL MOTOR UNIT COIL B STEPPING ZOOM MOTOR UNIT MOTOR...
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