ORDER NO. DSC1110050CE B26 Digital Camera Model No. DMC-FZ150P DMC-FZ150PC DMC-FZ150PU DMC-FZ150EB DMC-FZ150EE DMC-FZ150EF DMC-FZ150EG DMC-FZ150EP DMC-FZ150GC DMC-FZ150GD DMC-FZ150GK DMC-FZ150GN DMC-FZ150GT Vol. 1 Colour (K)...........Black Type © Panasonic Corporation 2011 Unauthorized copying and distribution is a violation of law.
TABLE OF CONTENTS 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 P.C.B.----------------------------------------------------------4 2 Warning --------------------------------------------------------------5 2.1.
1 Safety Precautions 1.1. General Guidelines 1.3. 1. IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE There are special components used in this equipment which are important for safety. These parts are marked by 2. 3. 4. 5. 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.
1.4. How to Discharge the E.Capacitor on Flash P.C.B. CAUTION: 1. Be sure to discharge the E.capacitor on FLASH P.C.B.. 2. Be careful of the high voltage circuit on FLASH P.C.B. when servicing. [Discharging Procedure] 1. Refer to the disassemble procedure and remove the necessary parts/unit. 2. Install the insulation tube onto the lead part of resistor (ERG5SJ102:1kΩ /5W). (An equivalent type of resistor may be used.) 3. Place a resistor between both terminals of E.capacitor on the FLASH P.C.B.
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. The following techniques should be used to help reduce the incidence of component damage caused by electrostatic discharge (ESD). 1.
2.3. 2.3.1. Caution for AC Cord (For EB/GC) 2.3.2.1. Information for Your Safety Blue Brown IMPORTANT Your attention is drawn to the fact that recording of prerecorded 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.
2.4. 2.4.1. How to Replace the Lithium Battery Replacement Procedure 1. Remove the MAIN P.C.B.. (Refer to Disassembly Procedures.) 2. Remove the Lithium battery (Ref. No. “B9101” at component side of MAIN P.C.B.) and then replace it into new one. NOTE: This Lithium battery is a critical component. (Type No.: ML614 Manufactured by Energy Company, Panasonic Corporation.) It must never be subjected to excessive heat or discharge.
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. 3.2.1.
3.3. 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.
3.5. How to Define the Model Suffix (NTSC or PAL model) There are nine kinds of DMC-FZ150. • a) DMC-FZ150 (Japan domestic model) • b) DMC-FZ150P/PC • c) DMC-FZ150EB/EF/EG/EP • d) DMC-FZ150EE • e) DMC-FZ150GT • f) DMC-FZ150GK • g) DMC-FZ150GD • h) DMC-FZ150GN • i) DMC-FZ150GC/PU What is the difference is that the “INITIAL SETTINGS” data which is stored in Flash-ROM mounted on MAIN P.C.B.. 3.5.1.
3.5.2. INITIAL SETTINGS: After replacing the MAIN P.C.B., make sure to perform the initial settings after achieving the adjustment by ordering the following procedure in accordance with model suffix of the unit. 1. IMPORTANT NOTICE: Before proceeding Initial settings, make sure to read the following CAUTIONS. 2. PROCEDURES: • Precautions: Read the above "CAUTION 1" and "CAUTION 2", carefully. • Preparation: - Attach the Battery or AC Adaptor with a DC coupler to the unit.
[CASE 1. After replacing MAIN P.C.B.] [Except “EG, EF, EB and EP” models: (VEP56145A is used as a Main P.C.B.)] When MAIN P.C.B. has just been replaced, all of the model suffix is displayed as follows. (Four pages in total) [Only “EG, EF, EB and EP” models: (VEP56145B is used as a Main P.C.B.)] When MAIN P.C.B. has just been replaced, only 7 model suffix are displayed as follows. (Two pages in total) [CASE 2. Other than “After replacing MAIN P.C.B.”] • Step 5.
• Step 6. 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.) • Step 7. CONFIRMATION: Confirm the display of “PLEASE SET THE CLOCK” in concernd language when the unit is turned on again. When the unit is connected to PC with USB cable, it is detected as removable media.
4 Specifications 14
5 Location of Controls and Components 1 2 3 Lens Self-timer indicator AF Assist Lamp Flash 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Flash open button Diopter adjustment dial Viewfinder [EVF/LCD] button [AF/AE LOCK] button Rear dial Playback button [MENU/SET] button 1 2 3 78 9 45 6 10 11 15 12 13 14 12 Cursor buttons / Exposure compensation/ Auto Bracket/Flash output adjustment / Self-timer button / ISO / Function button The following menus can be assigned.
Selecting the Recording Mode Switching the mode by rotating the mode dial. ST CU M Align a desired mode with part . Rotate the mode dial slowly and surely to adjust to each mode. CU ST M Basic Program AE Mode The subjects are recorded using your own settings. Intelligent Auto Mode The subjects are recorded using settings automatically selected by the camera. Advanced Aperture-Priority AE Mode The shutter speed is automatically determined by the aperture value you set.
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.
• 3. Error Code List The error code consists of 8 bits data and it shows the following information.
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. It means that this error is occurred basically at user side. - In case of 8 (example: 18801000) When the third digit from the left shows "8", this error occurred under the condition of INITIAL SETTINGS has been released.
3. How to read 4. How to exit: Simply, turn the power off. (Since ICS function is executed under the condition of temporary cancellation of "INITIAL SETTINGS", it wake up with normal condition when turn off the power.
7 Service Fixture & Tools 7.1. Service Fixture and Tools The following Service Fixture and tools are used for checking and servicing this unit.
7.2. When Replacing the Main P.C.B. After replacing the MAIN P.C.B., be sure to achieve adjustment. The service software is available at “TSN Website”. To download, click on “Support Information from NWBG/VDBG-AVC”. 7.3. Service Position This Service Position is used for checking and replacing parts. Use the following Extension cables for servicing. Table S1 Extension Cable List No. 1 2 Parts No.
8 Disassembly and Assembly Instructions 8.1. Disassembly Flow Chart This is a disassembling chart. When assembling, perform this chart conversely. 8.2. P.C.B.
8.3. Disassembly Procedure No. Item 1 Rear Case Unit Fig (Fig. D1) (Fig. D2) 2 Main P.C.B. (Fig. D3) (Fig. D4) 3 Top Case Unit (Fig. D5) 4 Battery Case Unit (Fig. D6) (Fig. D7) 5 6 7 EVF Unit & Flash Unit Lens Unit (W/MOS) Speaker Mic Jack FPC (Fig. D8) (Fig. D9) (Fig. D10) (Fig. D11) 8 Side Operation Unit (Fig. D12) 9 Flash P.C.B. (Fig. D13) (Fig. D14) 10 EVF Unit (Fig. D15) No.
8.3.1. Removal of the Rear Case Unit (Fig. D1) (Fig.
8.3.2. Removal of the Main P.C.B. (Fig. D3) (Fig.
8.3.3. Removal of the Top Case Unit (Fig. D5) 8.3.4. (Fig. D7) Removal of the Battery Case Unit 8.3.5. Removal of the EVF Unit & Flash Unit (Fig. D6) (Fig.
8.3.6. Removal of the Lens Unit (W/MOS) 8.3.7. Removal of the Speaker and Mic Jack FPC (Fig. D9) (Fig.
8.3.8. Removal of the Side Operation Unit (Fig. D11) (Fig.
8.3.9. Removal of the Flash P.C.B. (Fig. D14) 8.3.10. Removal of the EVF Unit (Fig. D13) (Fig.
8.3.11. Removal of the Hot Shoe Unit, Flash Unit and ECM Flex Unit (Fig. D17) (Fig.
(Fig. D18) 8.3.12. Removal of the LCD Unit and Hinge SW FPC (Fig. D20) (Fig.
8.3.13. Removal of the LCD Unit (Fig. D22) NOTE: (When Installing) Make sure to confirm the following points when installing: • The screw is tightened enough. • Installing conditions are fine. (No distortion, no abnormalspace.) • No dust and/or dirt on Lens surfaces. • LCD image is fine. (No dust and dirt on it, and no gradient images.) (Fig.
8.4. Lens Disassembly Procedure 8.4.2. Precaution: 1. Do not remove the MOS SENSOR unit when disassembling or re-assembling the lens in order to maintain it clean. The screws for fixing the MOS SENSOR unit to the master flange unit are locked by glue with the adjustment of the installation angle of the MOS SENSOR unit to the lens (optical axis adjustment) finished. When remove it, refer to item "8.5.". 2. Keep dust or dirt away from the lens. To remove dirt or dust from the lens, blow with dry air. 3.
3. Turn the cam frame unit or gear part of cam frame unit in the direction of arrow fully. 4. Remove the 1st lens frame unit and 2nd lens frame unit.
8.4.3. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Removal of the Master Flange Unit Remove the 1 rib. Remove the flex from the connector. Remove the 4 solders. Unscrew the 3 screws (C). Remove the master flange unit in the direction of arrow.
8.4.4. Removal of the Cam Frame Unit 8.4.5. 1. Remove the cam frame unit in the direction of arrow. Removal of the Focus Motor Unit 1. Detach the flex from 2 ribs. 2. Unscrew the 2 screws (D).
8.4.6.
8.5. Removal of the MOS SENSOR Unit When remove the MOS SENSOR unit once (the screw(F) is loosened even a little), the optical tilt adjustment is required. When loosen the screw(F), the optical tilt adjustment is necessary at the end of assembling. (Refer to item “9.3.2.”) To prevent the MOS SENSOR unit from catching the dust and dirt, do not remove the MOS SENSOR unit except replacing it. 1. Unfix a locking tab. 2. Remove the screw(E). 3. Unfix 3 ribs. 4. Pull out the lens flex from the connector. 5.
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” software to allow the release of adjustment flag(s). The Adjustment software “DIAS” is available at “TSN Website”.
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. Set the camera to “Temporary cancellation of the initial settings”. 3. Select the “SETUP” menu. From the “SETUP” menu, select “ROM BACKUP”. NOTE: This item is not listed on the customer's “SETUP” menu. 4.
9.3. 9.3.1. Details of Electrical Adjustment 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. Startup Electrical Adjustment mode 1. Release the initial settings. 2. Insert a recordable SD card. (Without a SD card, the automatic adjustment can not executed.) 3.
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. Press [ DISPLAY ] button after Flag reset. OIS Adjustment screen is displayed on the LCD panel. (Refer to Fig.3-3) 3. Press the [ Shutter ] button. The adjustment will start automatically. 4. When the adjustment is completed successfully, adjustment report menu appears with Green OK on the LCD monitor. (Refer to Fig.3-4) 9.3.1.4.
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. 9.4.1. After Adjustment 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 “3.5.2. INITIAL SETTINGS” for details. [ IMPORTANT ] 1. The initial setting should be done again after completing the alignment. Otherwise, the camera will not work properly.
10 Maintenance 10.1. Cleaning Lens, Viewfinder and LCD Panel Do not touch the surface of lens, Viewfinder 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 ; VFK1900BK (Only supplied as 10 set/Box) is available as Service Aid.
DSC1110050CE Service Manual S1.1. Important Safety Notice Diagrams and Replacement Parts List Digital Camera Model No. DMC-FZ150P DMC-FZ150PC DMC-FZ150PU DMC-FZ150EB DMC-FZ150EE DMC-FZ150EF DMC-FZ150EG DMC-FZ150EP DMC-FZ150GC DMC-FZ150GD DMC-FZ150GK DMC-FZ150GN DMC-FZ150GT S1. About Indication of The Schematic Diagram COMPONENTS IDENTIFIED WITH THE MARK HAVE THE SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS FOR SAFETY. WHEN REPLACING ANY OF THESE COMPONENTS USE ONLY THE SAME TYPE. 1.
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. Flash P.C.B. REF No. IC8101 IC8101 IC8101 IC8101 IC8101 IC8101 IC8101 IC8101 IC8101 IC8101 PIN No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 POWER ON 0 0 0 0 3.4 0 0 0 3.1 7.
S3. Block Diagram S3.1.
LCD UNIT LCD BACKLIGHT UNIT HINGE SW FPC HINGE FPC 44 LCD ROTATE1 GND 42 BL+ 40 GND 38 GND 36 GND 34 GND 32 LCD SCK 30 LCDOUT0 28 LCDOUT2 26 LCDOUT4 24 LCDOUT6 22 20 LCDOUT8 18 LCDOUT10 16 LCDOUT12 14 LCDOUT14 12 LCD CLK 10 LCDVD 8 D3V 6 D2R5V 4 GND 2 LCD OPEN L S-4 4 3 2 1 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 1 2 4 (STEREO MICROPHONE) ECM(L) ECM(R) 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 EXT.
S4.2. Flash Schematic Diagram G 1.5A 32V CAUTION: FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST FIRE HAZARD, REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME TYPE 1.5A 32V FUSE. ATTENTION: POUR UNE PROTECTION CONTINUE LES RISQUES D' INCENDIE N' UTILISERQUE DES FUSIBLE DE MÉME TYPE 1.5A 32V. F 1.
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S5. Print Circuit Board S5.1. Flash P.C.B. G 1 C8003 R8005 C8007 D R8013 R8032 CL8011 CL8024 R8006 R8033 5 C8001 D8001 C8006 C8002 T8001 4 3 1 8 R8002 6 R8003 C8009 10 IC8101 2 CL8003 6 1 D8002 R8021 CL8006 CL8001 CL8005 F8001 CL8025 Q8001 5 E 4 F 2 1 P800 3 1 2 P8004 C CL8004 CL8009 CL8010 CL8020 11 5 15 20 CL8002 1 R8001 PP8001 D8011 10 CL8008 B (Component Side) (Foil Side) A DMC-FZ150 Flash P.C.B.
S5.2. Lens Flex P.C.B. D FOCUS PHOTO UNIT B ZOOM ENCODER 1 E B1 B2 A1 Pin 1 A2 D1 B3 A3 C1 D3 D2 C2 E2 E3 C ZOOM MOTOR UNIT A ZOOM ENCODER 2 D E1 E ZOOM PHOTO UNIT F FOCUS MOTOR UNIT Pin 40 F3 C F4 G OIS UNIT B F2 F1 G12 G7 H6 H1 G6 G1 H SHUTTER UNIT A DMC-FZ150 LENS FLEX P.C.B.
S6. Replacement Parts List Note: 1. * Be sure to make your orders of replacement parts according to this list. 2. IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE Components identified with the mark have the special characteristics for safety. When replacing any of these components, use only the same type. 3. Unless otherwise specified, All resistors are in OHMS, K=1,000 OHMS. All capacitors are in MICRO-FARADS (uf), P=uuF. 4. The marking (RTL) indicates the retention time is limited for this item.
DMC-FZ150EGK vol.1 Ref.No. Part No. Part Name & Description ## ## VEP56145B VEP56145A MAIN P.C.B. MAIN P.C.B. ## VEP58158A FLASH P.C.B. ## VEP58158A FLASH P.C.B. F1G0J1050007 F1K2J223A029 F9Z000000038 F1K2J223A029 F1G1H270A565 F1J1A106A043 C.CAPACITOR CH 6.3V 1U C.CAPACITOR 630V 0.022U E.CAPACITOR C.CAPACITOR 630V 0.022U C.CAPACITOR CH 50V 27 C.CAPACITOR CH 10V 10U C8001 C8002 C8003 C8006 C8007 C8009 D8001 D8002 D8011 Pcs Remarks 1 (RTL) E.S.D. EG,EP,EF,EB 1 (RTL) E.S.D.
DMC-FZ150EGK vol.1 Ref.No. 1 2 3 4 5 5-1 5-2 5-3 5-4 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 12 12-1 12-2 12-3 13 13-1 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 43 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 61-1 61-2 61-3 61-4 61-5 61-6 61-7 62 63 64 69 70 71 Part No.
DMC-FZ150EGK vol.1 Ref.No. Part No.
DMC-FZ150EGK vol.1 Ref.No. 200 Part No.
S7. Exploded View S7.1.
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