Panasonic DC-S1P User manual

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ORDER NO. DSC1903002CE
B26
Digital Camera/Body/Lens Kit
Model No. DC-S1P
DC-S1PP
DC-S1E
DC-S1EE
DC-S1GA
DC-S1GC
DC-S1GD
DC-S1GH
DC-S1GK
DC-S1GN
DC-S1GT
DC-S1MP
DC-S1MPP
DC-S1ME
DC-S1MEE
DC-S1MGA
DC-S1MGC
DC-S1MGD
DC-S1MGH
DC-S1MGK
DC-S1MGN
DC-S1MGT

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Colour
Black Type
DC-S1M series: Interchangeable Lens (S-R24105) is bundled.
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
2Warning--------------------------------------------------------------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. How to Replace the Lithium Battery-------------------5
2.4. Caution for AC Cord (For E/GA/GC/GH) -------------6
3 Service Navigation------------------------------------------------7
3.1. Introduction --------------------------------------------------7
3.2. About service of bundled lenses -----------------------7
3.3. Important Notice --------------------------------------------7
3.4. Service Notes -----------------------------------------------9
3.5. General Description About Lead Free Solder
(PbF) -------------------------------------------------------- 10
3.6. How to Define the Model Suffix (NTSC or PAL
Model)------------------------------------------------------- 11
4 Specifications ---------------------------------------------------- 16
4.1. Camera Body---------------------------------------------- 16
5 Location of Controls and Components------------------ 23
5.1. Camera Body---------------------------------------------- 23
6 Service Mode ----------------------------------------------------- 27
6.1. Error Code Memory Function ------------------------- 27
7 Troubleshooting Guide---------------------------------------- 31
7.1. Checking Method of Body and
Interchangeable Lens ----------------------------------- 31
7.2. Wi-Fi Circuit (WIFI BT P.C.B.)------------------------- 34
8 Service Fixture & Tools --------------------------------------- 35
8.1. Service Fixture and Tools ------------------------------ 35
8.2. Clean Box -------------------------------------------------- 37
8.3. When Replacing the Main P.C.B. -------------------- 37
8.4. Service Position ------------------------------------------ 38
9 Disassembly and Assembly Instructions--------------- 39
9.1. Disassembly Flow Chart-------------------------------- 39
9.2. P.C.B. Location ------------------------------------------- 40
9.3. Disassembly Procedure -------------------------------- 41
10 Measurements and Adjustments -------------------------- 60
10.1. Matrix Chart for Replaced Part and Necessary
Adjustment------------------------------------------------- 60
11 Maintenance ------------------------------------------------------ 63
11.1. Notice in External Cleaning---------------------------- 63
12 Block Diagram --------------------------------------------------- 64
12.1. Overall Block Diagram ---------------------------------- 64
13 Wiring Connection Diagram -------------------------------- 65
13.1. Interconnection Diagram------------------------------- 65
14 Schematic Diagram -------------------------------------------- 66
15 Printed Circuit Board------------------------------------------ 66
16 Exploded View and Replacement Parts List----------- 66

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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 essen-
tial that these critical parts should be replaced with manu-
facturer’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 acci-
dents resulting in personal injury from electrical shocks. It
will also protect AC Adaptor from being damaged by acci-
dental 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 over-
heated 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 metal-
lic cabinet part on the equipment such as screwheads,
connectors, control shafts, etc. When the exposed metal-
lic 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 volt-
age 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 equiva-
lent) may be used to make the hot checks, leakage cur-
rent 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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2Warning
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).
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 alumi-
num 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 compara-
ble 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) suf-
ficient to damage an ES device).
2.2. How to Recycle the Lithium Ion Battery (U.S. Only)

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2.3. How to Replace the Lithium Battery
2.3.1. Replacement Procedure
1. Remove the Remote P.C.B.. (Refer to Disassembly Procedures.)
2. Unsolder the each soldering point of electric lead terminal for Lithium battery (Ref. No. “B7531” at component side of Remote
P.C.B.) and remove the Lithium battery together with electric lead terminal. Then replace it into new one.
NOTE:
The Lithium battery includes electric lead terminals.
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 DC-S1/S1M series, as well.

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2.4. Caution for AC Cord
(For E/GA/GC/GH)
2.4.1. 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.
2.4.2. 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.
2.4.2.1. Important
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with
the following code:
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 ter-
minal 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 con-
nected to the earth terminal of the three pin plug, marked with
the letter E or the Earth Symbol.
2.4.2.2. Before Use
Remove the Connector Cover as follows.
2.4.2.3. How to Replace the Fuse
1. Remove the Fuse Cover with a screwdriver.
2. Replace the fuse and attach the Fuse cover.
Blue Neutral
Brown Live

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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. About service of bundled lenses
Please refer to the following service manual about service and maintenance of the bundled lens.
• S-R24105E/PP/GC/GK: Order No.DSC1903005CE
3.3. Important Notice
*When servicing, it is recommended dealing with Clean box. (Refer to “8.2. Clean Box” section of this service manual for details.)
3.3.1. Camera Body Unit
3.3.1.1. About Main P.C.B. (Addition of the operation of rewriting Serial number)
• Before exchanging the Main P.C.B., confirm that the symptom and/or phenomenon is not due to the setting of functions.
• This unit memories the Serial number of camera body in the Flash-ROM (IP2201) of Main P.C.B., and in the case of performing
the Main P.C.B. and/or Flash-ROM (IP2201) exchange, it is necessary rewriting to its original Serial number.
The details of rewriting procedures are refer to the adjustments which is available in Adjustment software
Important:
• When replacing the Main P.C.B. and/or Flash-ROM (IP2201), carry out any of followings.
1. When the camera power can be ON, and camera body and adjustment software can be communicated:
Before replacing the Main P.C.B. and/or Flash-ROM (IP2201), proceed the EEPROM data backup from the unit.
After replacing the Main P.C.B. and/or Flash-ROM (IP2201), overwrite the EEPROM data with backup data from the unit first,
then proceed the adjustment /inspection. (Almost adjustment/inspection items can be omitted.)
Refer to the adjustment instruction in the adjustment software for details.
2. When the camera power cannot be ON, or camera body and adjustment software cannot be communicated:
Almost full adjustment/inspection must be performed after replacing the Main P.C.B. and/or Flash-ROM (IP2201).
Refer to the adjustment instruction in the adjustment software for details.
Notes after replacement:
• Make sure the camera body firmware is latest version.
About Serial number (Reference)
• As this unit's specification, the Serial number of camera body is stored to EXIF date of picture image. So that, the Serial number
of camera body is memoried in the Flash-ROM (IP2201) of Main P.C.B..
Therefore when replacing the Main P.C.B. and/or Flash-ROM (IP2201), this Serial number doesn't coincide and it is necessary
rewriting to the Serial number after replacing.
3.3.1.2. About prohibition of reusing Grip Rubber
• Reusing Grip Rubbers used for this camera is not acceptable as the adhesive force gets weaker once they are peeled off.
New Grip Rubbers must be used when assembling.
• Three types of Grip Rubbers : “Rear Grip”, “Front Grip (R)”,and “Front Grip (L)” are used for this camera.
As these three types of Grip Rubbers are supplied not only by single item but also by unit as “Grip Kit” (Part No.:
1YE1MC891CSZ), please make use of it.

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3.3.1.3. About Simplicity flange back adjustment
* “Flange back” is the distance from the lens mount level to the Image Sensor level.
When turning the image sensor unit mounting screw even a little or removing, the “simplicity flange back adjustment” is needed.
Perform the “simplicity flange back adjustment” according to contents described in “10 Measurements and Adjustments” section of
this service manual.
3.3.1.4. About Shutter Mount Base Unit (Ref. 11)
Before exchanging the “shutter mount base unit”, confirm that the symptom and/or phenomenon is not due to the setting of func-
tions.
Important:
After replacing the shutter mount base unit, the shutter mount base unit data has to be stored to the unit.
The shutter mount base unit supplied as service parts has affix the label of own configure data.
By inputting second line to fourth line of these data into the adjustment software and writing these data to Flash-ROM (IP2201),
the shutter adjustment becomes needless.
Refer to the adjustment instruction in the adjustment software for details.
3.3.1.5. About Firmware Update
The procedure for firmware updating is partly changed for this camera.
For the specific procedure, please confirm the contents that are released at the same time as the firmware for updating is released
on the HP of firmware downloading.
3.3.2. About Flexible Cable and Connector
Do not touch carelessly so that the foreign body should not adhere to the terminal part of flexible cable and connector.
Wipe off with a clean cloth and the cotton bud, etc. when the terminal part is dirty.

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3.4. Service Notes
3.4.1. About Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Function
The page number in this chapter does not show the page number of this service manual.
3.4.2. Important Notice of Servicing
This camera unit has the personal information of wireless LAN connection the customer has registered.
For the protection of private information, please erase the personal information after the completion of repair by “Initial Settings”.
In addition, please print out the following documents, and pass to the customer with the camera unit.
Printing Material [Leaflet for Customer]
[For The Customer]
Before using your camera please check the Wi-Fi settings.
Depending on what was serviced, the settings may have been reset to the factory defaults.
1. If the settings were reset you will need to reenter your Lumix Club login ID and password.
If you have forgotten the login ID and/or Password, please connect to the Lumix Club web
site and create a new ones.
2.You may also have to reenter the settings for your local Wi-Fi network settings.
We recommend consulting the operating manual if you have any questions.

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3.5. 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.
• Remove the remaining lead free solder on the P.C.B. cleanly for soldering of the new IC.
• 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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3.6. How to Define the Model Suffix (NTSC or PAL Model)
There are several types of DC-S1 (Camera body unit), regardless of the colours.
• a) DC-S1 (Japan domestic model)
• b) DC-S1P/PP
• c) DC-S1E
• d) DC-S1EE
• e) DC-S1GD
• f) DC-S1GN
• g) DC-S1GT
• h) DC-S1GK
• i) DC-S1GH/GA/GC
What is the difference is that the “Initial Settings” data which is stored in Flash-ROM mounted on Main P.C.B..
3.6.1. Defining Methods:
To define the model suffix to be serviced, refer to the nameplate which is putted on the bottom side of the unit.
NOTE:
After replacing the Main P.C.B., be sure to achieve adjustment.
Refer to the adjustment instruction in the adjustment software for details.

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3.6.2. Initial Settings:
After replacing the Main P.C.B. and/or Flash-ROM, make sure to perform the initial settings after achieving the adjustment by order-
ing the following procedure in accordance with model suffix of the unit.
1. Important Notice:
Before proceeding Initial settings, make sure to read the following CAUTION.
2. Procedures:
• Precautions: Read the above “CAUTION” carefully.
• Preparation:
Attach the fully charged Battery, and insert the memory card to either slot 1 (XQD) or slot 2 (SD).
Set the mode dial to [ P ] (Program AE Mode).
•Step 1. The temporary cancellation of “Initial Settings”:
Set the drive mode dial to [ Single ], while pressing [ Playback ] button and [ AF ON ] button simultaneously, turn the power on.
•Step 2. The cancellation of “Initial Settings”:
Press the [ Playback ] button in order to enter the [ Playback ] mode.
Press [ AF ON ] button and “[ UP ] of Cursor buttons” simultaneously, then turn the power off.
The LCD displays the “ ! ” mark before the unit powers down.
•Step 3. Turn the Power On:
Set the mode dial to [ P ] (Program AE Mode) and drive mode dial to [ Single ], then turn the power on.

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•Step 4. Display the Initial Settings:
While pressing [ MENU/SET ] button and “[ RIGHT ] of Cursor buttons” simultaneously, turn the power off.
The “Initial Settings” menu is displayed.
[ CASE 1. After replacing the Main P.C.B. and/or Flash-ROM ]
When Main P.C.B. has just been replaced, 14 model suffixes are displayed as follows. (three pages in total)
[CASE 2. Other than “After replacing the Main P.C.B. and/or Flash-ROM”]

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•Step 5. Cancel “Strict” mode:
Press the [ DISP. ] button to cancel “Strict” mode. (Confirm the “Strict” is disappeared.)
•Step 6. Choose the Model Suffix in “Initial Settings”: (Refer to “CAUTION”)
[Caution: After replacing the Main P.C.B. and/or Flash-ROM]
The model suffix can been chosen, JUST ONE TIME.
Once one of the model suffix have been chosen, the model suffix lists will not be displayed, thus, it can not be changed.
Therefore, select the area carefully.
Select the area with pressing “[ UP ] / [ DOWN ] of Cursor buttons”.
•Step 7. Set the Model Suffix in “Initial Settings”:
Press the “[ RIGHT ] of Cursor buttons”.
The only set area is displayed, and then press the “[ RIGHT ] of Cursor buttons” after confirmation.
(The unit is powered off automatically.)
NOTE:
When the error message such as the following is displayed, cancel “Strict” mode.
Press [ DISP. ] button to clear the “Strict” display at the upper right corner of screen.

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•Step 8. Confirmation:
Confirm the display of “PLEASE SET THE CLOCK” in concerned language when the unit is turned on again.
When the unit is connected to PC with USB cable, it is detected as removable media.
(When the “GK” or “GT” model suffix is selected, the display shows “PLEASE SET THE CLOCK” in Chinese.)
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
a) DC-S1 (Japan domestic model) NTSC Japanese Year/Month/Date
b) DC-S1P NTSC English Month/Date/Year
c) DC-S1PP NTSC English Month/Date/Year
d) DC-S1E PAL English Date/Month/Year
e) DC-S1EE PAL Russian Date/Month/Year
f) DC-S1GA PAL English Date/Month/Year
g) DC-S1GC PAL English Date/Month/Year
h) DC-S1GD NTSC Korean Year/Month/Date
i) DC-S1GH PAL English Date/Month/Year
j) DC-S1GK PAL Chinese (simplified) Year/Month/Date
k) DC-S1GN PAL English Date/Month/Year
l) DC-S1GT NTSC Chinese (traditional) Year/Month/Date

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4 Specifications
The following specification is for DC-S1E.
Some specifications may differ depending on model suffix.
The page number in this chapter does not show the page number of this service manual.
4.1. Camera Body

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