PANASONIC PV-GS9PL (01) PDF Document

The power and AC adapter specifications for the PANASONIC PV-GS9PL are as follows:

The recording and playback specifications for the PANASONIC PV-GS9PL are as follows:

The audio and video output specifications for the PANASONIC PV-GS9PL are as follows:

The lens and zoom specifications for the PANASONIC PV-GS9PL are as follows:

The monitor, viewfinder, and microphone specifications for the PANASONIC PV-GS9PL are as follows:

The interface and card function specifications for the PANASONIC PV-GS9PL are as follows:

The operating conditions and dimensions for the PANASONIC PV-GS9PL are as follows:

When servicing your PANASONIC PV-GS9PL, please adhere to the following safety guidelines:

1. Pay special attention to components marked with a triangle symbol (△). These parts have special characteristics and are important for safety. It is essential that these critical parts be replaced with manufacturer’s specified parts to prevent shock, fire, or other hazards. Do not modify the original design without the manufacturer’s permission.

2. Always use an isolation transformer when servicing if the chassis is not isolated from the AC power line. Use a transformer of adequate power rating to protect the technician from accidental electrical shocks. The AC Adaptor can also be damaged by accidental shorting without an isolation transformer.

3. If a short circuit is found, replace all parts that have been overheated or damaged by it.

4. After servicing, ensure that all protective devices such as insulation barriers and insulation papers shields are properly installed.

5. After servicing, perform leakage current checks to prevent the customer from being exposed to shock hazards.

6. The potential at any point should not exceed 0.75 V RMS. A leakage current tester should be used for these checks. If leakage current exceeds the specified limits, there is a possibility of a shock hazard, and the equipment should be repaired and rechecked before being returned to the customer.

To perform a Leakage Current Cold Check on your PANASONIC PV-GS9PL, follow these steps:

1. Unplug the AC cord and connect a jumper between the two prongs on the plug.

2. Measure the resistance value, using an ohmmeter, between the jumpered AC plug and each exposed metallic cabinet part on the equipment such as screwheads, connectors, control shafts, etc. The reading should be between 1 MΩ and 5.2 MΩ. When the exposed metal has a return path to the chassis, the reading must be infinity.

To perform a Leakage Current Hot Check on your PANASONIC PV-GS9PL, follow these steps:

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.

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.

When handling electrostatically sensitive (ES) devices on the PANASONIC PV-GS9PL, follow these recommended procedures to prevent damage from static electricity:

1. Immediately before handling any semiconductor component or assembly, drain off any ESD on your body by touching a known earth ground. Alternatively, use 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.

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” can generate enough electrical charge 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.

8. Minimize body motions when handling unpackaged replacement ES devices. Harmless motions such as brushing clothes together or lifting your foot from a carpeted floor can generate static electricity sufficient to damage an ES device.

CAUTION: Be sure no power is applied to the chassis or circuit, and observe all other safety precautions.

PCBs on the PANASONIC PV-GS9PL manufactured using lead-free solder will have a PbF printing on the PCB. Here are some important points to consider when working with lead-free solder:

CAUTION:

• Pb-free solder has a higher melting point than standard solder; typically the melting point is 50 °F – 70 °F (30 °C – 40 °C) higher.

• Please use a soldering iron with temperature control and adjust it to 700 °F ±20 °F (370 °C ±10 °C). Be careful not to heat the solder too long.

• Pb-free solder will tend to splash when heated too high (around 1100 °F / 600 °C).

• All products with the printed circuit board with PbF stamp or printing must be serviced with lead-free solder.

• When soldering or unsoldering, completely remove all of the solder from the pins or solder area, and be sure to heat the soldering points with the lead-free solder until it melts sufficiently.

Recommendations:

Recommended lead-free solder composition is Sn96.5 Ag3.0 Cu0.5.

To replace the lithium battery, first remove the Jack C.B.A. (refer to “DISASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY PROCEDURES”). Then, unsolder the Lithium Battery from the Jack C.B.A. and replace it with a new one.

NOTE:

The Lithium battery is a critical component (Type No.: ML-621S/F9D Manufactured by Panasonic).

• It must never be subjected to excessive heat or discharge.

• It must therefore only be fitted in equipment designed specifically for its use.

• Replacement batteries must be of the 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.

CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the equipment manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to manufacturer’s instructions.

For U.S.A. consumers:

The lithium ion/polymer battery that powers the product is recyclable. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery.

Please observe the following notes when servicing your PANASONIC PV-GS9PL:

1. The LCD open/close SW is for changing between LCD Display or EVF Display. When turning on EVF Display, place some paper or tape, etc. on LCD open/close SW, so that this SW stays ON.

2. To eject the Mechanism, hold down the Eject Switch on the Jack C.B.A. for a short time.

3. Use a grounded ESD wrist strap while disassembling the Lens portion.

4. Connect the F.P.C.s to the connectors, verifying the direction of F.P.C as shown.

5. Use extreme care when unplugging or plugging in connectors.

If “PUSH THE RESET SWITCH” is displayed on the EVF or the LCD Monitor, it indicates an undesirable condition has occurred. Follow these steps:

1. Push the reset button.

2. If the camcorder operates correctly after pushing the reset button, the issue is resolved.

3. If the reset button is not pushed within 1 minute, the camcorder will power off. Try turning it on again and pushing the reset button.

4. If the camcorder still does not operate correctly, or if the “PUSH THE RESET SWITCH” message is displayed repeatedly, repair is required. You should check the Error Code which is listed in the Service Menu.

The service menu displays functions such as Cylinder elapsed time, Mechanism lock code record, and Lens motor lock code record.

To enter the Service Menu:

Press the MENU button on the operation panel. Then, press and hold the BACKLIGHT, the REW-, and the PHOTOSHOT buttons for more than 3 seconds with no SD Card inserted. The Service Menu will be displayed.

Note:

• If an Error Display “PUSH THE RESET SWITCH” is displayed on the monitor, it is not necessary to push the MENU button to enter the Service Menu.

• Do not operate items 1 – 5 in the Service Menu.

Mechanism & Lens motor lock code:

The current lock code, the last lock code and the lock code before last are displayed.

To exit the Service Menu:

Unplug the AC Cord.

Note:

After repairing, to delete all lock code, press and hold the BACKLIGHT, the REW-, and the REC/PAUSE buttons for more than 3 seconds in power on condition (with no SD Card inserted). Otherwise, new lock code will not be recorded correctly.

Removal/Installation of F.P.C. from the Non ZIF (Zero Insertion Force) connector:

1. The Non ZIF connectors and the ZIF connectors are used on the unit. And there are 2 types (Type A, Type B) of Non ZIF connectors.

2. To remove the F.P.C. from the Non ZIF connector, use the Plier for Non ZIF Connector (LSVQ0028) to pull out the F.P.C. as shown. The same Plier for Non ZIF Connector (LSVQ0028) should also be used to install the F.P.C. to the Non ZIF Connector.

3. Connect the F.P.C.s to the Non ZIF connectors, verifying the direction of F.P.C as shown.

CAUTION: If loading does not start after DC Power Supply is applied, DO NOT continue to apply DC Power.

Apply +3 VDC Power Supply to the Loading Motor terminals.

Loading: DC (+) to Portion “a,” DC (-) to Portion “b”

Unloading: DC (+) to Portion “b,” DC (-) to Portion “a”

Remove a jammed tape in Electrical Method as follows:

1. Open the Jack Cover. Then, insert a flat headed (-) screwdriver or similar object into the gap of the Post Cover, and remove it while releasing the 2 Locking Tabs. Note: Be careful not to damage the Locking Tabs on the Post Cover.

2. Open the Cassette Cover by hand.

3. Apply +3 V DC Power Supply to Portions “a” and “b” on the Loading Motor. Note: DO NOT let the Cassette Up Unit eject when pushing down the Cassette Cover. If the Cassette Up Unit is in the up position, the cassette tape may be damaged.

4. When the Mechanism is in EJECT position (snapping sound), cut the Power Supply immediately.

5. Move up the Cassette Up Unit carefully by hand so as not to damage the Mechanism or tape due to tape slack.

6. Take out the cassette tape from the Cassette Up Unit carefully.

7. Remove the tape slack by rotating the Take-up Reel Gear of the cassette tape.

8. Connect the Power or Battery to set the Mechanism to STOP Position.

CAUTION: Be sure to save the EEPROM data using PC-EVR Adjustment Program before service and adjustment in order to make sure to avoid an accidental data loss, etc. using PC-EVR Adjustment Program by first.

The EEPROM IC on the Main C.B.A. is IC6002.

Please use the cleaning tape as described below. Note: This cleaning tape has a total playback time of 2 minutes 30 seconds, it can be used 30 times.

1. Confirm the picture. If it is NG, proceed to the next step.

2. Playback the cleaning tape for 20 seconds.

3. Confirm the picture again. If it is NG, proceed to the next step.

4. Playback the cleaning tape for 20 seconds.

5. Confirm the picture again. If it is NG, proceed to the next step.

6. Playback the cleaning tape for 20 seconds.

7. Confirm the picture again. If it is NG, replace the Cylinder Unit.

8. If the picture is OK at any point, you can playback any normal DVC tape for 20 minutes or over.

The following equipment is required for the replacement of a CSP IC:

1. Pre-Heater

2. Spot Heater

3. Vacuum Pick-up

4. P.C.B. Holder

Fixture Preparation:

Follow these steps to remove a CSP IC:

1. Power on, then wait more than 5 min. till the air temperature stabilizes. Note: Open the shutter of Pre-Heater.

2. Move the Circuit Board Support Plate so that the position of CSP meets the blower hole.

3. Wait 90 sec. for pre-heating of Circuit Board.

4. Set the blower to the blower holder, then adjust the height with knobs located on the Blower Stand until the CSP nozzle comes closer to the surface of CSP as much as possible. Note: The CSP nozzle should not touch the components and the surface of the Circuit Board.

5. Apply the hot air for 40 sec. [The solder starts to melt.] Keep the CSP nozzle as close to the surface of CSP as possible but not touching it. Caution: Be careful with the hot air.

6. Move the CSP nozzle away, and pick up the CSP by Vacuum Pick-up. Caution: Be careful with CSP heated up.

7. Close Shutter of Pre-Heater, and remove the Circuit Board after 30 sec. [<30 sec.> The solder becomes hard.]

8. Open Shutter of Pre-Heater.

The removal of CSP has been completed. The removed CSP can not be used again.

Follow these steps to install a new CSP IC:

A. Cleaning

1. Apply the flux to the round terminal pattern. Apply the flux using an applicator, then tap it on round terminals.

2. Apply the solder to round terminals of PCB. [Using string solder] Apply the solder to the soldering iron, then trace the soldering iron on the round terminals so that the solder evenly stays on the round terminals. Note: The power of the soldering iron should be less than 30 W. Be sure to make all solders applied are the same in size and height.

3. For CSP with Reinforcing Round, remove the solder on 4 corners (Reinforcing Rounds).

4. Clean the round terminal pattern using an applicator with the cleaner (alcohol etc.).

5. Apply the flux to the round terminal pattern. Note: Do not let any dust get into the flux.

B. Positioning

6. Check if there are solder on new CSP or not. If not, perform steps (1) – (4). Note: When applying the solder, do not touch the surface of CSP with the soldering iron. (1) Apply enough flux to the CSP. (2) Apply a small amount of the solder. (3) Heat the flux once. (4) Apply a small amount of flux to CSP. Note: Do not apply too much the flux.

7. Position the new CSP on the round terminal pattern. Put CSP on the round terminal pattern so that 4 corners of CSP meet the positioning marks printed on PCB.

C. Mounting

1. Set the Circuit Board on Pre-Heater (after positioning CSP).

2. Move P.C.B. Holder so that CSP position comes over the center of the blower hole.

3. Warm up the Circuit Board for 90 sec.

4. Set CSP nozzle over CSP. The height of CSP nozzle is already adjusted during its removal.

5. Heat up CSP for 40 sec. [Solder starts to melt.] When the solder melts, the CSP will move slightly by itself until it sits correctly on the molten solder. Keep the CSP nozzle as close to the surface of CSP as possible but not touching it. Caution: Be careful with the hot air. Be careful with any parts (connector, etc.).

6. Close Shutter of Pre-Heater, and remove the Circuit Board after 30 sec. [30 sec.] — The solder becomes hard.

7. Reconfirm the mounting position with Position Mark.

That’s all for CSP repair, and the final confirmation if the repair work is OK or not should be made by assembling the repaired Circuit Board into the camera unit.

Two types of IC6001 (LSSK0045, C2DBMK000022) on the Main C.B.A. have been used on a running change basis. There are two servicing methods (Type A, B) because the adjacent circuit is different depending on which IC6001 is used in the unit.

• Type A: with the connector (FP6001) on the Main C.B.A.

• Type B: without the connector on the Main C.B.A.

Be sure to confirm if there is the Connector (FP6001) on the Main C.B.A. before servicing. When replacing, be sure to order the proper parts referring to the parts list for Type A or Type B as follows.

Please follow these general guidelines when disassembling your PANASONIC PV-GS9PL:

1. When removing the cabinet, work with care so as not to break the Locking Tabs.

2. Place a cloth or some other soft material under the P.C. Boards or Unit to prevent damage.

3. When reinstalling, ensure that the connectors are reconnected and electrical components have not been damaged.

4. Do not supply power to the unit during disassembly and reassembly.

When replacing the Main Chassis Unit or the Cylinder Unit, be sure to perform the Envelope Output Adjustment as shown below.

1. Open the Jack Cover. Then, insert a flat headed (-) screwdriver or similar object into the gap of the Post Cover, and remove it while releasing the 2 Locking Tabs.

2. Connect the Camcorder and the Interface Board with the EVR Connector Boards, the Connection Adaptors and the 30 pin Flat Cables.

3. Connect the oscilloscope to “Envelope TP” on the Interface Board.

4. Playback the Color Bar Standard Tape (VFM3010EDS).

5. Adjust the S1 post by turning the top of post with Post Height Adjustment Fixture so that the left half of envelope signal becomes flat as possible.

6. Adjust the T1 post by turning the top of post with Post Height Adjustment Fixture so that the right half of envelope signal becomes flat as possible.

Note: After the adjustment, be sure to confirm BER (Bit Error Ratio) using EVR Adjustment Software. If it is NG, try this adjustment once again.

The following table shows which adjustments are necessary according to the unit parts and individual parts to be replaced. An “O” indicates a required adjustment item.

The following test equipment is required for performing electrical adjustments:

1. Dual-Trace Oscilloscope (Voltage Range: 0.001 to 50 V/div, Frequency Range: DC to 50 MHz, Probes: 10:1, 1:1)

2. Frequency Counter

3. Vectorscope

4. Plastic Tip Driver

5. Personal Computer (PC: IBM PC/AT or compatible, OS: Microsoft® Windows®98 – Windows®XP, CPU: 486 or higher, Drive: 3.5 inch 1.44 MB floppy disk drive, Port: D-Sub-9-pin Serial or D-Sub-25-pin Serial, Monitor: VGA Color)

6. PC-EVR Adjustment Program (VF0D2004DV10)

7. Interface Board (LSUP0007)

8. RS232C Cable

9. Connection Adaptor (VFK1898)

10. EVR Connector Board (VFK1897)

11. EVR Connector Board (VFK1309)

12. 30 pin Flat Cable (VFK1317)

13. Color Bar Standard Tape (VFM3010EDS) (Keeping condition: Keep at 18 °C – 28 °C)

14. Gray Scale Chart (VFK1164TFGS2)

15. White Chart (VFK1164TFWC2)

16. Color Bar Chart (VFK1164TFCB2)

17. Light Box and AC Adaptor (for VHS-C)

18. Infinity Lens (with Focus Chart) (VFK1164TCM02)

19. AC Adaptor (for DVC)

20. 27 mm Ring (VFK1164TAR27)

21. Color Conversion Filter (C14) (VFK1164TFCT2)

To prepare for computer-assisted adjustments, follow these setup steps:

1. Insert a flat headed (-) screwdriver or similar object, remove the EVR Cover.

2. Connect the 2 Connection Adaptors and the 2 EVR Connector Boards. Then, connect the 30 pin Flat Cables to P101 and P102 on the Interface Board.

3. Connect them to the Connector B2 on the Main C.B.A. When connecting them, pay attention to the direction of the connectors.

4. Connect the AC Adaptor to the camcorder.

5. Connect the P106 on the Interface Board to RS232C of the PC with Inter Link Cable.

6. Set the SW115 (M103 EXMOD1) on the Interface Board to “GND.”

7. Set the SW110 (RS232C SEL) on the Interface Board to “M3.”

8. Set the SW114 (M103 VPP) on the Interface Board to “3V.”

9. Set the SW103 (REC1) on the Interface Board to “OFF.”

10. Set the SW108 (BST TEST) on the Interface Board to “OFF.”

11. Set the SW109 (IRIS) on the Interface Board to center.

12. Set the SW111 (5V SEL) on the Interface Board to “CAM 5V.”

13. Set the SW113 (POWER ON) on the Interface Board to “NORM.”

14. Power on the unit.

Follow these steps to use the PC-EVR Adjustment Program:

1. Turn on the PC and install the PC-EVR Adjustment Program into the PC.

2. Execute the “kdv2004.exe” file by double clicking to start up the PC-EVR Adjustment Program. The main menu will be displayed.

3. Select the desired model.

4. Turn on the camcorder. Then click “Start.”

5. When the communication is complete, the dialog will appear. Then, click “Yes,” and “Save” to save the EEPROM data.

6. When saving for EEPROM data is complete, the menu will appear. To perform each adjustment, display the adjustment menu by selecting the desired menu from “Camera Adjust,” “Video Adjust,” “LCD Adjust,” or “EVF Adjust” and select each adjustment item.

Note: The adjusted data is stored in the EEPROM IC after each adjustment. To close the software, select “Exit” in the File menu or close the window.