Panasonic AG-CX10P User manual

Order No.VM2002003CE
B27
Memory Card Camera-Recorder
Model No. AG-CX10P
AG-CX10E
AG-CX10EN
AG-CX10ED
AG-CX10AN
AG-CX98MC
(K)...........Black Type
Colour
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Table of Contents
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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
2. Warning..............................................................................4
2.1. Prevention of Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) to
Electrostatically Sensitive (ES) Devices.................................... 4
2.2. How to Recycle the Lithium Ion Battery (U.S. Only).......... 4
2.3. Caution for AC Cord (For E/EN)...........................................5
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. How to Define the Model Suffix (NTSC or PAL model)......9
4. Specifications..................................................................10
5. Location of Controls and Components........................ 19
6. Service Mode...................................................................26
6.1. Model/Destination Settings................................................ 27
6.2. Usage time display..............................................................28
6.3. Power ON Self Check Result Display................................30
6.4. Usage time reset..................................................................31
6.5. Adjustment function for the Service..................................32
6.6. Restore the backed up adjustment data........................... 33
6.7. Touch Panel Calibration..................................................... 35
7. Service Fixture & Tools..................................................36
8. Disassembly and Assembly Instructions.....................37
8.1. Camera body........................................................................37
8.2. Handle Unit...........................................................................79
9. Measurements and Adjustments...................................92
9.1. Electric Adjustment.............................................................92
10. Factory Setting............................................................109
10.1. How To Turn On The Factory Settings?........................109
10.2. What Is The Factory Settings?.......................................110
11. Block Diagram.............................................................111
11.1. Overall Block Diagram....................................................111
12. Wiring Connection Diagram.......................................113
12.1. Interconnection Diagram................................................113
13. Exploded View and Replacement Parts List............ 115
13.1. Frame Parts Assembly....................................................115
13.2. Handle Unit Parts Assembly...........................................119
13.3. Packing Parts Assembly.................................................120
13.4. Casing Replacement Parts List......................................121
13.5. Handle Unit Replacement Parts List..............................125
13.6. Packing Replacement Parts List....................................127

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 parts 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. If 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.
1.2 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 1 MΩand 5.2 MΩ. When the exposed metal does not have a return path to
the chassis, the reading must be infinity.
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 1.5 kΩ, 10 W resistor, in parallel with a 0.15 µF 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.
Figure. 1
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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
Electrostatically Sensitive (ES) Devices. Examples of typical ES devices are integrated circuits and some field-effect transistors
and semiconductor "chip" components. The following techniques should be used to help reduce the incidence of component
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 conductive surface such as
aluminum 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 “antistatic (ESD protected)”
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)
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2.3 Caution for AC Cord (For E/EN)
2.3.1 Information for Your Safety
IMPORTANT
Your attention is drawn to the fact that recording of pre-recorded 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 ASTA mark or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse.
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.
2.3.2.1 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 identifying 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 the 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.
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2.3.2.2 Before Use
•Remove the Connector Cover as follows.
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.
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2.4 How to Replace the Lithium Battery
2.4.1 Replacement Procedure
1. Remove the ZOOM Unit. (Refer to Disassembly Procedures.)
2. Remove the Lithium battery (Ref. No. “B6701” at foil side of ZOOM P.C.B.) and then replace it into new one.
NOTE:
This Lithium battery is a critical component.
It must never be subjected to excessive heat or discharge.
It must therefore only be fitted in requirement designed specifically for its use.
Replacement batteries must be of 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 AG-CX10/CX98 series, as well.
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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 General Description About Lead Free Solder (PbF)
The lead free solder has been used in the mounting process of all electrical components on the printed circuit boards used 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 higher approx.30°C (86°F) more than that of the
normal solder.
Distinction of P.C.B. Lead Free Solder being used
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 “PbF” is printed on the P.C.B. using the lead free solder.)
•To put lead free solder, it should be well molten and mixed with the original lead free solder.
•Since the melting point of the lead free solder is 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) equipped with the temperature control after setting the temperature at 350±30°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.
SVKZ000001-----------(0.3mm 100g Reel)
SVKZ000002-----------(0.6mm 100g Reel)
SVKZ000003-----------(1.0mm 100g Reel)
Note
* Ingredient: Tin (Sn) 96.5%, Silver (Ag) 3.0%, Copper (Cu) 0.5%. (Flux cored)
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3.3 How to Define the Model Suffix (NTSC or PAL model)
There are five kinds of AG-CX10, CX98.
•a) AG-CX10P
•b) AG-CX10E/ED
•c) AG-CX10EN
•d) AG-CX10AN
•e) AG-CX98MC
What is the difference is that the “INITIAL SETTING” data which is stored in Flash ROM mounted on Main P.C.B..
3.3.1 Defining methods:
To define the model suffix to be serviced, refer to the rating label and caution label which are putted on the Unit.
NOTE:
After replacing the MAIN P.C.B., be sure to achieve adjustment.
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4 Specifications
The following specification is for AG-CX7/8/10EN.
Some specifications may differ depending on model suffix.
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5 Location of Controls and Components
The following description is for AG-CX7/8/10EN.
Some descriptions may differ depending on model suffix.
The page number in this chapter does not show the page number of this service manual.
Description of parts
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(ENG) DVQX2032
Description of parts
Main unit
≥The illustrations in this document show the handle unit (supplied) removed.
1 Lens hood
2 Lens cover switching lever
Opens/closes the lens cover.
3 Focus ring (l46)
When the <FOCUS A/M/¶> button is
pressed to set to manual focus mode
([MF]) you can focus manually.
4 Rear ring (l45)
You can manually perform zoom
operations, adjust the iris (the lens stop),
and adjust the AE level (exposure
compensation).
≥You can switch the function to be
adjusted by setting with the menu,
pressing the USER button assigned to
[REAR RING], or touching the USER
button icon.
5 <ND FILTER> switch
Selects the ND filter to suit the
illumination of the subject.
<1/64>:
Reduces the amount of light entering the
MOS sensor to 1/64.
<1/16>:
Reduces the amount of light entering the
MOS sensor to 1/16.
<1/4>:
Reduces the amount of light entering the
MOS sensor to 1/4.
<CLR>:
Does not use the ND filter.
6 <FOCUS A/M/¶> button (l46)
Select the focus function.
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Description of parts
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DVQX2032 (ENG)
7 Card slot 1 (l36)
A slot for the memory card.
8 Card 1 access lamp
Indicates the access status for recording
and playback of the memory card
inserted in card slot 1.
9 Card slot 2 (l36)
A slot for the memory card.
10 Card 2 access lamp
Indicates the access status for recording
and playback of the memory card
inserted in card slot 2.
11 Built-in speaker
Outputs audio during playback.
Audio is not output from the built-in
speaker when headphones are
connected to the headphone terminal.
12 <SLOT SEL> button
Selects the card slot to record to or play
back from.
13 <USER1> button
Used as a USER button (USER1).
≥[LEVEL GAUGE] is allocated at the
time of purchase.
Switches display/hide of level gauge.
14 <USER2> button
Used as a USER button (USER2).
≥[BACKLIGHT] is allocated at the time
of purchase.
Switches enable/disable of the auto iris
control function for backlight
compensation.
15 <O.I.S.>/<USER3> button
Switches enable/disable of the optical
image stabilizer function.
This is also used as the USER button
(USER3).
16 <THUMBNAIL> button (l49)
Press the button to switch between the
camera image screen and the thumbnail
screen.
17 <DISP/MODE CHK> button
Switches display/hide of information
other than the time counter, time stamp,
zebra pattern, and marker.
Press and hold the button to display
information about the settings of the
various shooting functions and
information such as a list of the functions
assigned to the USER button. Each
press of the button switches the
information page in order.
18 Diopter adjustment dial
Adjusts the diopter scale so that the
viewfinder screen can be viewed clearly.
19 Eyepiece
Do not leave the eyepiece pointed
toward the sun. Doing so might damage
the devices inside.
20 Eye cup (l32)
21 Power button (l38)
Press the button to switch the power on/
off.
22 <WHITE BAL> button (l46)
Selects the method for adjustment of the
white balance.
23 <AE LEVEL>/<USER4> button (l46)
Switches enable/disable of the AE level
function.
Set the target value of the AE level in the
[SCENE FILE] menu → [AE LEVEL
EFFECT].
This is also used as the USER button
(USER4).
24 <AUTO/MANU> switch (l44)
Selects the method to adjust the focus,
gain, iris, white balance, and shutter
speed at shooting.
<AUTO>:
Adjusts automatically. (Auto mode)
<MANU>:
Adjusts manually. (Manual mode)
25 <SHUTTER> button (l48)
Switches the shutter mode.
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