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 E.Capacitor on Flash Top P.C.B. ----------------------------------------------------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 E.Capacitor on Flash Top P.C.B. CAUTION: 1. Be sure to discharge the E.capacitor on FLASH TOP P.C.B.. 2. Be careful of the high voltage circuit on FLASH TOP P.C.B. 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 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).
A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local 2.3.2.3. How to Replace the Fuse 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.
NOTE: This Lithium battery is a critical component. (Type No.: ML421 Manufactured by Energy Company, Panasonic Corporation.) It must never be subjected to excessive heat or discharge. It must therefore only be fitted in requirement designed specifically for its use.
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.
How to Define the Model Suffix (NTSC or PAL model) There are nine kinds of DMC-FX77/78, regardless of the colours. • a) DMC-FX77 (Japan domestic model), FX77SG • b) DMC-FX78P • c) DMC-FX77EB/EF/EG/EP • d) DMC-FX77EE • e) DMC-FX78GT • f) DMC-FX78GK •...
3.4.2. INITIAL SETTINGS: After replacing the MAIN P.C.B., be sure to perform the initial settings after achieving the adjustment by ordering the following pro- cedure 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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[CASE 1. After replacing MAIN P.C.B.] When MAIN P.C.B. has just been replaced, all of the model suffix is displayed as follows. (Six pages in total) [CASE 2. Other than “After replacing MAIN P.C.B.”] • Step 5. Choose the model suffix in “INITIAL SETTINGS”: (Refer to “CAUTION 1”) [Caution: After replacing MAIN P.C.B.] The model suffix can been chosen, JUST ONE TIME.
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Year/Month/Date f) DMC-FX78GC English Date/Month/Year g) DMC-FX78GT NTSC Chinese (traditional) Year/Month/Date h) DMC-FX78GK Chinese (simplified) Year/Month/Date i) DMC-FX77EF French Date/Month/Year j) DMC-FX77EB English Date/Month/Year k) DMC-FX77EE Russian Date/Month/Year l) DMC-FX78GN English Date/Month/Year m) DMC-FX77SG English Date/Month/Year n) DMC-FX78GH English Date/Month/Year...
17 Release lever OPEN LOCK 18 DC coupler cover When using an AC adaptor, ensure that the Panasonic DC coupler and AC adaptor are used. Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor. It is recommended to use a fully charged...
How to Use the Touch Panel This touch panel is a type that detects pressure. Touch the screen Drag To touch and release the touch panel. A movement without releasing the touch panel. Use this to perform tasks such as This is used when performing tasks selecting icons or images displayed on such as moving to the next image by...
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Selecting the [Rec] Mode Basic Touch [ Touch the mode icon. ■List of [Rec] Modes Normal Picture Mode The subjects are recorded using your own settings. Intelligent Auto Mode The subjects are recorded using settings automatically selected by the camera. Scene Mode This allows you to take pictures that match the scene being recorded.
[Rec] Mode: Taking pictures using the Touch Shutter function Just by touching the subject to focus, it will focus on the subject and take the picture automatically. Touch [ × Icon will change to [ ], and taking a picture with the Touch Shutter function becomes possible.
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.
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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: 18001000) When the third digit from the left shows "0", this error occurred under the condition of INITIAL SETTINGS has been completed.
7.2. When Replacing the Main P.C.B. After replacing the MAIN P.C.B., be sure to achieve adjustment. The adjustment instruction is available at “software download” on the “Support Information from NWBG/VDBG-AVC” web-site in “TSN system”, together with Maintenance software. 7.3. Service Position This Service Position is used for checking and replacing parts.
8 Disassembly and Assembly Instructions 8.1. Disassembly Flow Chart This is a disassembling chart. When assembling, perform this chart conversely. 8.2. PCB Location...
8.3. Disassembly Procedure 8.3.1. Removal of the Rear Case Unit and Front Case Unit Item Removal Rear Case Unit (Fig. D1) Card Front Case Unit Battery 2 Screws (A) 2 Screws (B) 2 Screws (C) (Fig. D2) 2 Locking tabs Rear Case Unit 2 Locking tabs Front Case Unit...
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8.3.2. Removal of the LCD Unit (Fig. D2) (Fig. D3)
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8.3.3. Removal of the Touch Panel Unit 8.3.4. Removal of the Top Operation Unit (Fig. D4) (Fig. D5)
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8.3.5. How to remove Flash Top P.C.B. (Fig. D7) (Fig. D6)
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8.3.6. Removal of the Lens Unit 8.3.8. Removal of the Battery Case (Fig. D8) 8.3.7. Removal of the Main P.C.B. (Fig. D10) (Fig. D9)
8.3.9. Removal of the Jack Door 8.4. Lens Disassembly Procedure Precaution: 1. Do not remove the CCD unit when disassembling or re- assembling the lens in order to maintain it clean. The screw fitting the CCD unit to the master flange unit is fixed by the bond lock with the adjustment of the installa- tion angle of the CCD unit against the lens (optical axis adjustment) finished.
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8.4.1. Removal of the Zoom Motor 8.4.2. Removal of the Lens FPC P.C.B. 1. Unscrew the 2 screws (A). Unit 2. Remove the Connector. 1. Unscrew the 1 screw (B). 3. Remove the FPC to the hanging part. 2. Remove the Connector. 3.
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8.4.3. Removal of the Master Flange Unit 8.4.4. Removal of the 2nd Lens Frame 1. Unscrew the 5 screws (C). Move Unit/2nd Lens Frame Unit/1st 2. Remove the master flange unit. Lens Frame Move Unit/1st Lens Frame Unit and Cam Frame Unit 1.
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8.4.5. Removal of the 2nd Lens Frame 8.4.7. Removal of the 1st Lens Frame Move Unit Move Unit 1. Remove the 2nd Lens frame move unit in the direction of 1. Slide the 1st Lens frame move unit in the direction of the the arrow.
8.4.8. Removal of the Cam Frame Unit 8.5. Assembly Procedure for the 1. Remove the cam frame unit while rotating. Lens 8.5.1. Phase alignment of the Cam Frame Unit and 1st Lens Frame Unit...
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8.5.2. Phase alignment of the Cam Frame 8.5.3. Install of the 2nd Lens Frame Unit Unit/1st Lens Frame Unit and 1st Lens Frame Move Unit...
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8.5.4. Phase alignment of the Cam Frame/ 8.5.5. Phase alignment of the Cam Frame 1st Lens Frame Unit/1st Lens Unit/1st Lens Frame Unit/1st Lens Frame Move Unit/2nd Lens Frame Frame Move Unit/2nd Lens Frame Unit and 2nd Lens Frame Move Unit Unit and 2nd Lens Frame Move Unit/Fixed Frame Unit...
8.7. Removal of the CCD Unit 8.8. Application Grease To prevent the CCD unit from catching the dust and dirt, do not Method remove the CCD unit except for replacing. The grease application parts of lens unit are as follows. Apply grease additionally in the specified position if necessary.
9 Measurements and Adjustments 9.1. Introduction When servicing this unit, make sure to perform the adjustments necessary based on the part(s) replaced. Before disassembling the unit, it is recommended to back up the camera data stored in flash-rom as a data file. IMPORTANT NOTICE (After replacing the MAIN P.C.B.) After replacing the MAIN P.C.B., it is necessary to use the “DIAS”...
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9.2.2. Flash-Rom Data Backup When trouble occurs, it is recommended to backup the Flash-rom data before disassembling the unit. There are two kinds of Flash-rom data backup methods: [ ROM_BACKUP (Method of Non-PC backup) ] 1. Insert the SD-card into the camera. 2.
9.3. Details of Electrical Adjustment 9.3.1. How to execute the Electrical Adjustment It is not necessary to connect the camera to a PC to perform adjustments. “Flag reset operation” and “Initial setting operation” are required when carrying out the alignment, follow the procedure below. 9.3.1.1.
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9.3.1.3. Execute Adjustment (In case of “OIS Adjustment”) 1. Perform step “9.3.1.1.” to “9.3.1.2.”, to reset the OIS flag status “F” (Set) to “0” (Reset) 2. Reselect "EXIT" with [ ZOOM LEVER ] in the preceding paragraph, and then press the [ SHUTTER BUTTON ]. (Refer to Fig.3-3) 3.
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9.3.2. Adjustment Specifications The following matrix table shows the relation between the replaced part and the Necessary Adjustment. When a part is replaced, make sure to perform the necessary adjustment(s) in the order indicated. The table below shows all the information necessary to perform each adjustment.
9.4. After Adjustment 9.4.1. Initial Setting Since the initial setting has been released to execute the built-in adjustment software, it should be set up again before shipping the camera to the customer. Refer to the procedure described in “3.4.2. INITIAL SETTINGS” for details. [ IMPORTANT ] 1.
10 Maintenance 10.1. Cleaning Lens and LCD Panel Do not touch the surface of lens 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 its surface. Note: The Lens Cleaning KIT ;...
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Digital Camera 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-FX77EB DMC-FX78P DMC-FX78GN 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.
S4.2. Flash Top Schematic Diagram CAUTION: FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST FIRE HAZARD, CAUTION: FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST FIRE HAZARD, REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME TYPE 1.25A 32V FUSE. REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME TYPE 2.0A 32V FUSE. ATTENTION: POUR UNE PROTECTION CONTINUE LES RISQUES ATTENTION: POUR UNE PROTECTION CONTINUE LES RISQUES 1.25A 32V 2.0A 32V...
S4.4. Lens Flex Schematic Diagram POSITIVE VOLTAGE LINE DC MOTOR ZOOM MOTOR UNIT PHOTO ZENC2 LED ZOOM ENCODER 2 SENSOR ZENC2 ABS B3/C1 ZENC VCC ZENC1 LED ZENC1 ABS PHOTO ZOOM ENCODER 1 YHO+ SENSOR YHI- YHO- HALL SENSOR (Y) YHI+ DRIVE COIL (Y) YDR+...
S5.3. Lens Flex P.C.B. ZOOM MOTOR UNIT ZOOM ENCODER 2 B3/C1 ZOOM ENCODER 1 Pin 1 Pin 41 OIS UNIT SHUTTER UNIT FOCUS MOTOR UNIT FOCUS PHOTO UNIT DMC-FX77/FX78 LENS FLEX P.C.B. S-10...
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. 2. Parts marked with [PAVCSG] in the remarks column are supplied from PAVCSG.
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DMC-FX77EG-S Ref.No. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks Ref.No. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks VEP56123B MAIN P.C.B. 1 (RTL) E.S.D. EG,EP,EF,EB VEP56123A MAIN P.C.B. 1 (RTL) E.S.D. EE,SG,P,PU, GC,GH,GT,GK,GN,GD VEP58145A FLASH TOP P.C.B. 1 (RTL) (PAVCSG) E.S.D. VEK0R66 CCD UNIT 1 (RTL) E.S.D.
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DMC-FX77EG-S Ref.No. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks Ref.No. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks VEP56123B MAIN P.C.B. 1 (RTL) E.S.D. EG,EP,EF,EB VXW1236 LENS UNIT (W/O CCD) VEP56123A MAIN P.C.B. 1 (RTL) E.S.D. EE,SG,P,PU, VEK0R66 CCD UNIT 1 (RTL) E.S.D. GC,GH,GT,GK,GN,GD L6DAYYYD0002 ZOOM MOTOR ML-421S/ZTK...
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DMC-FX77EG-S Ref.No. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks Ref.No. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks VPF1317 CAMERA BAG DE-A91BA BATTERY CHARGER VPK4882 PACKING CASE 1 P-N VPK4904 PACKING CASE 1 P-W VPK4900 PACKING CASE 1 P-A VPK4890 PACKING CASE 1 P-K ----- BATTERY...
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DMC-FX77EG-S Ref.No. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks Ref.No. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks VQT3G24 BASIC O/I 1 EP VPF1317 CAMERA BAG 1 EXCEPT P (HUNGARIAN/FINNISH) VPK4883 PACKING CASE 1 SG-N VQT3G25 BASIC O/I 1 EF VPK4905 PACKING CASE 1 SG-W (FRENCH)