Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS1S User manual

ORDERNO. DSC0503007C0
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Digital Camera
DMC-LS1PP / DMC-LS1PL / DMC-LS1EB / DMC-LS1EG /
DMC-LS1EGM / DMC-LS1GC / DMC-LS1GK / DMC-LS1GN /
DMC-LS1GT / DMC-LS1SG
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SPECIFICATIONS
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2005 Matsushita ElectricIndustrial Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.
Unauthorized copying and distribution isaviolation of law.
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1. INTRODUCTION
1.1. INTRODUCTION
This service manual contains technical information, whichallowservice 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 changedormodified, the information will be followedbyservice manual tobe
controlledwithoriginal service manual.
1.2. ABOUTLEAD FREE SOLDER(PbF)
Distinction of PbF PCB:
PCBs (manufactured) using leadfree solderwill have a PbF stampon the PCB.
Caution:
-Pb free solder has ahigher melting point than standard solder,
Typicallythe melting point is50-70°F (30-40°C)higher.
Please use ahigh temperature soldering iron. Incase of soldering
iron with temperature control, please set itto 700±20°F (370±10°C)
-Pb free solder will tend to splash when heated too high (about
1100°F/600°C).
Whensoldering orunsoldering, please completelyremove all of the solderon the pins orsolder
area, and be sure toheat the soldering points withthe Pbfree solderuntil it melts enough.
1.3. IMPORTANTNOTICE1: (Other than U.S.A. and Canadian Market)
1. The service manual does not containthe following information,
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because of the impossibilityof servicing at component level.
A. Schematicdiagram, Block Diagram and C.B.A. layout of Main
C.B.A.
B. Parts list for individual parts of MainC.B.A.
When apart replacement isrequired for repairing MainC.B.A.,
replace as an assembled parts. (MainC.B.A.)
2. The following categoryis/are recyclemodulepart. please send it/
them to Central RepairCenter.
-MAINC.B.A. (VEP56021A):Excluding replacement of Lithium
Battery
1.4. HOWTO DEFINETHEMODEL SUFFIX(NTSCor PALmodel)
There are six kinds of DMC-LS1, regardless of the colours.
-DMC-LS1S
-DMC-LS1PP
-DMC-LS1EB/EG/EGM/GN
-DMC-LS1GC/SG
-DMC-LS1GT
-DMC-LS1PL/GK
(DMC-LS1S is exclusivelyJapandomestic model.)
What is the difference is that the “INITIALSETTING” data whichis storedinFlashROM
mountedon MainC.B.A.
1.4.1. Defining methods:
To define the model suffix tobe serviced, refertothe nameplate whichis puttedon the bottom
side of the Unit.
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NOTE:
After replacing the MAINC.B.A., be sure to achieve adjustment.
The adjustment instruction isavailableat “software download” on
the “CS-Web from AVC”web-site in“TSNsystem”.
1.4.2. INITIALSETTINGS:
Whenyou replace the MainC.B.A., be sure toperform the initial settings afterachieving the
Adjustment, byordering the following procedure inaccordance withmodel suffix.
-Step 1. The temporarycancellation of factorysetting:
Set the mode dial to “[Normal Picture] (Red camera mark)”.
Whilekeep pressing [Optical Image Stabilizer] and “[UP] of
Cross key”simultaneously, turn the Power on.
-Step 2. The cancellation of factorysetting:
Set the mode dial to “[Playback] ”.
Whilekeep pressing [Optical Image Stabilizer] and “[UP] of
Cross key”simultaneously, turn the Power off.
-Step 3. Turn the Power on:
Set the mode dial to “[Normal Picture] (Red camera mark)”, and
then turn the Power on.
-Step 4. Displaythe INITIALSETTING:
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Whilekeep pressing [MENU]and “[RIGHT] of Cross key”
simultaneously, turn the Power off.
-Step 5. Set the INITIALSETTING:
Select the area with pressing “[UP] / [DOWN]of Cross key”,
and then press the “[RIGHT] of Cross key”.
The onlyset area isdisplayed, and then press the "[RIGHT] of
Cross key"after confirmation. (The unitispowered off
automatically.)
Confirm the displayof “PLEASE SET THECLOCK”inEnglish
when the unitisturned on again. / (For China and Taiwan market,
the displayshows“PLEASE SET THECLOCK”inChinese.)
-NOTE:
The displayshows“SET THECLOCK”when turn the Power on
again.
Connect the unitto PCwith USBcableand isdetected as
removablemedia.
1) As foryourreference Default setting condition is giveninthe following table.
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-Defaultsetting (After “INITIALSETTINGS”)
MODEL VIDEO
OUTPUT LANGUAGE DATE
REMARKS
a) DMC-LS1S NTSC Japanese Year/Month/Date
b) DMC-LS1PP/PL NTSC English Month/Date/Year
c) DMC-LS1EB/EG/EGM/GC/GN
/SG PAL English Date/Month/Year
d) DMC-LS1GK PAL Chinese
(simplified) Year/Month/Date
e) DMC-LS1GT NTSC Chinese
(traditional) Year/Month/Date
2. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
2.1. GENERALGUIDELINES
1. IMPORTANTSAFETY NOTICE
There are special components used inthisequipment which are
important for safety. These parts are marked byinthe
SchematicDiagrams, CircuitBoard Layout, Exploded Viewsand
Replacement Parts List. Itisessential that these critical parts
shouldbe replaced with manufacturer’sspecified parts to prevent
X-RADIATION, shock, fire, or other hazards. Donot modifythe
original design without permission of manufacturer.
2. AnIsolation Transformer shouldalwaysbe used during the
servicing of AC Adaptor whose chassisisnot isolated from the
AC power line. Use atransformer of adequate power rating as this
protects the technician from accidents resulting inpersonal injury
from electrical shocks. Itwill also protect AC Adaptor from being
damaged byaccidental shorting that mayoccur during servicing.
3. When servicing, observe the original lead dress. Ifashort circuit
isfound, replace all parts which have been overheated or
damaged bythe short circuit.
4. After servicing, see to itthat 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.
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2.2. LEAKAGECURRENTCOLDCHECK
1. Unplug the AC cord and connect ajumper between the two
prongs on the plug.
2. Measure the resistance value, with an ohmmeter, between the
jumpered AC plug and each exposed metalliccabinet part on the
equipment such as screwheads, connectors, control shafts, etc.
When the exposed metallicpart has areturn path to the chassis,
the reading shouldbe between 1M and 5.2M . When the
exposed metal does not have areturn path to the chassis, the
reading must be infinity.
2.3. LEAKAGECURRENTHOTCHECK (See Figure 1.)
1. Plug the AC cord directlyinto the AC outlet. Donot use an
isolation transformer for thischeck.
2. Connect a1.5k , 10 Wresistor, inparallel with a0.15 F
capacitor, between each exposed metallicpart on the set and a
good earth ground, as showninFigure 1.
3. Use an AC voltmeter, with 1k /Vor more sensitivity, to measure
the potential across the resistor.
4. Check each exposed metallicpart, and measure the voltage at
each point.
5. Reverse the AC plug inthe AC outlet and repeat each of the above
measurements.
6. The potential at anypoint shouldnot exceed 0.75 VRMS. A
leakage current tester (Simpson Model 229 or equivalent) maybe
used to make the hot checks, leakage current must not exceed 1/2
mA. Incase ameasurement isoutside of the limits specified,
there isapossibilityof ashock hazard, and the equipment should
be repaired and rechecked before itisreturned to the customer.
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3. PREVENTION OF ELECTRO STATIC DISCHARGE
(ESD) TO ELECTROSTATICALLY SENSITIVE (ES)
DEVICES
Some semiconductor(solidstate) devices canbe damagedeasilybystatic electricity. Such
components commonlyare calledElectrostaticallySensitive (ES) Devices. Examples of typical
ES devices are integratedcircuits and some field-effect transistors and semiconductor"chip"
components. The following techniques shouldbe usedtohelpreduce the incidence of
component damage causedbyelectrostatic discharge (ESD).
1. Immediatelybefore handling anysemiconductor component or
semiconductor-equipped assembly, drainoff anyESDon your
bodybytouching aknownearth ground. Alternatively, obtainand
wear acommerciallyavailabledischarging ESDwrist strap, which
shouldbe removed for potential shock reasons prior to applying
power to the unitunder test.
2. After removing an electrical assemblyequipped with ES devices,
place the assemblyon aconductive surface such as aluminum
foil, to prevent electrostaticcharge buildup or exposure of the
assembly.
3. Use onlyagrounded-tipsoldering iron to solder or unsolder ES
devices.
4. Use onlyan antistaticsolder removal device. Some solder
removal devices not classified as "antistatic(ESDprotected)" can
generate electrical charge sufficient to damage ES devices.
5. Donot use freon-propelled chemicals. These can generate
electrical charges sufficient to damage ES devices.
6. Donot remove areplacement ES device from its protective
package until immediatelybefore you are readyto install it. (Most
replacement ES devices are packaged with leads electrically
shorted together byconductive foam, aluminum foil or
comparableconductive material).
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7. Immediatelybefore removing the protective material from the
leads of areplacement ES device, touch the protective material to
the chassisor circuitassemblyinto which the device will be
installed.
CAUTION :
Besure no power isapplied to the chassisor circuit, and observe
all other safetyprecautions.
8. Minimize bodilymotions when handling unpackaged replacement
ES devices. (Otherwise harmless motion such as the brushing
together of your clothes fabricor the lifting of your foot from a
carpeted floor can generate staticelectricity(ESD)sufficient to
damage an ES device).
4. HOW TO REPLACE THE LITHIUM BATTERY
4.1. REPLACEMENTPROCEDURE
1. Remove the MAINC.B.A. (Refer to DisassemblyProcedures.)
2. Remove the Lithium battery(Ref. No. “Z9101” at foil side of MAIN
C.B.A.)and then replace itinto new one.
NOTE:
ThisLithium batteryisacritical component. / (Type No.:ML-614S/
ZT Manufactured byMatsushita BatteryIndustrial Co.,Ltd.)
Itmust never be subjected to excessive heat or discharge.
Itmust therefore onlybe fitted inrequirement designed specifically
for its use.
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Replacement batteries must be of same type and manufacture.
Theymust be fitted inthe same manner and location as the original
battery, with the correct polaritycontacts observed.
Donot attempt to re-charge the oldbatteryor re-use itfor anyother
purpose.
Itshouldbe disposed of inwaste products destined for burial
rather than incineration.
NOTE:
Above caution are alsoapplicable forbelowbatteries whichis forDMC-LS1 all series, as well.
1. AA Oxyride batteries
2. AA Alkaline batteries
3. AA RechargeableNi-MH(nickel-metal hydride) batteries
5. OPERATING GUIDE
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6. SERVICE NOTES
6.1. WHENREPLACING THEMAINC.B.A.
Afterreplacing the MAIN C.B.A., be sure toachieve adjustment.
The adjustment instruction is available at “software download” on the “CS-WebfromAVC” web-
site in“TSN system”, togetherwithMaintenance software.
6.2. SERVICEPOSITION
This Service Position is usedforchecking and replacing parts. Use the following Extension
cables forservicing.
Table S1 Extension Cable List
No. Parts No. Connection Form
1VFK1582A2125 FP9002 (MAIN) - CCD UNIT 21PIN 0.5 FFC
2VFK1951 FP9001 (MAIN) - LENS UNIT 39PIN 0.3 FFC
3VFK1870 PP9001 (MAIN) - PS8001 (FLASH TOP) 30PIN B toB
4VFK1950 FP9003 (MAIN) - LCD UNIT 33PIN 0.3 FFC
5VFK1576DC202 P9001 (MAIN) - LCD BACKLIGHT 2PIN CABLE
NOTE:
-When the MainC.B.A. isenergized, be sure to connect the LCD
backlight connector (P9001) to the MainC.B.A..
Ifthe MainC.B.A. isenergized that the LCD backlight connector
(P9001) isopened, itmaybe caused to the case not onlythe
power does not turn on but also transisitor (Q1070) isbroken.
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CAUTION
1. Besure to discharge the capacitor for flash, which isconnected
with FLASHTOPC.B.A. / (Refer to “HOWTO DISCHARGETHE
CHARGING CAPACITORONFLASHTOPC.B.A.”.)
6.3. HOWTO DISCHARGETHECAPACITORONFLASHTOPC.B.A.
CAUTION:
1. Besure to discharge the capacitor on FLASHTOPC.B.A..
2. Becareful of the high voltage circuiton FLASHTOPC.B.A. when
servicing.
[Discharging Procedure]
1. Refer to the disassembleprocedure and Remove the necessary
parts/unit.
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2. Put the insulation tube onto the lead part of Resistor (ERG5SJ102:
1k /5W).
(an equivalent type of resistor maybe used.)
3. Put the resistor between both terminalsof capacitor on FLASH
TOPC.B.A. for approx. 5seconds.
4. After discharging, confirm that the capacitor voltage islower than
10V using avoltmeter.
6.4. CLEANING LENSAND LCD PANEL
Donot touchthe surface of lens and LCD Panel withyourhand.
Whencleaning the lens, use air-Blowertoblowoff the dust.
Whencleaning the LCD Panel, dampenthe lens cleaning paperwithlens cleaner, and the gently
wipe the theirsurface.
Note:
A lens cleaning paperand lens cleanerare available at local camera shops and market place.
7. ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURES
Evenif the MAIN C.B.A. is replacedas a unit, it must be achievedthe adjustment and factory
setting. The adjustment inthis unit is separatedtwotypes as shownbelow.
The adjustment instruction is available at "Software download" on the CS-WebfromAVC" web-
site in"TSN System".
1. Mainunitadjustment: All adjustments except for LCD adjustment.
Thisunitmounts the adjustment software for mainunit, it
wouldn’tneed the connection between the PCand thisunitwith
USBcable.
2. LCD adjustment: Adjustment for LCD.
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Itneed the connection between the PCand thisunitwith USB
cable.
The adjustment instruction isavailableat "Software download" on
the CS-Web from AVC"web-site in"TSNSystem", together with
maintenance software.
7.1. SERVICEFIXTUREAND TOOLS
The following Service Fixture and tools are usedforchecking and servicing this unit.
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8. ERROR CODE MEMORY FUNCTION
1. General description
Thisunitisequipped with historyof error code memoryfunction,
and can be memorized 32 error codes insequence from the latest.
When the error isoccurred more than 32, oldest error is
overwritten insequence.
The error code isnot memorized when the power supplyisshut
downforcibly(when the unitispowered on bythe battery, the
batteryispulled out) because the error code ismemorized to
FLASHROMwhen the unitispowered off.
2. How to display
The error code can be displayed bythe following procedure:
Before perform the error code memoryfunction, connect the AC
adaptor or insert the battery.
Since thisunithas built-inmemory, thiserror code memory
function can be performed without inserting SDcard.
-1. The temporarycancellation of factorysetting:
Set the mode dial to “[Normal Picture] (Red camera mark)”.
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Whilekeep pressing [Optical Image Stabilizer] and “[UP] of
Cross key”simultaneouslyand holdthem, turn the Power on.
-2. The displayof error code:
Press [Optical Image Stabilizer] , [MENU]and “[LEFT] of
Cross key”simultaneouslywith the step 1condition.
The displayischanged as shownbelow when the above
buttons ispressed simultaneously.
Normal displayError code displayOperation history
displayNormal display.....
Example of ErrorCode Display
-3. The change of display:
The error code can be memorized 32 error codes insequence,
however itisdisplayed 5errors on the LCD.
Displaycan be changed bythe following procedure:
"[UP] or [DOWN]of Cross key": Itcan be scroll up or down
one.
"[LEFT] or [RIGHT] of Cross key": Itcan be displaylast 5
error or another 5error.
-4. How to read the error code:
One error code isdisplayed for 8bit, the contents of error
codes isindicated the tableas shownbelow.
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