SERVICE MANUAL
COPYRIGHT © 2005 Victor Company of Japan, Limited
No.YF100
2005/8
DIGITAL MEDIA CAMERA
YF100
2005
8
GZ-MC500US
Lead free solder used in the board (material : Sn-Ag-Cu, melting point : 219 Centigrade)
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1
PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
2
SPECIFIC SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
3
DISASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-27
4
ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-40
5
TROUBLE SHOOTING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-42
GZ-MC500US [M5S727]
1-2 (No.YF100)
SPECIFICATION
Camcorder
AC Adapter
Design and specifications subject to change without notice.
For General
Power supply
DC 11.0 V(Using AC Adapter)
DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack)
Power consumption
Approx. 5.5 W
Approx. 8.0 W (Maximum; when charging a battery)
Dimensions (W
× H × D)
80 mm
× 55 mm × 118 mm(3-3/8" × 2-3/16" × 4-11/16")(incl. lens hood)
Weight
Approx. 330g (0.73 lbs)
(without battery, removable hard disk, lens hood,lens cap and strap)
Approx. 400g(0.89 lbs)
(incl. battery, removable hard disk, lens hood,lens cap and strap)
Operating temperature
0
°C to 40°C(32°F to 104°F)
Operating humidity
35% to 80%
Storage temperature
-20
°C to 50°C(-4°F to 122°F)
Pickup
1/4.5"(1,330,000 pixels) CCD
× 3(3CCD)
Lens
Video
F 1.8 to 2.4, f = 3.2 mm to 32 mm, 10:1 power zoom lens
Still
F 1.9 to 2.4, f = 4.0 mm to 32 mm, 8:1 power zoom lens
Filter diameter
Ø37 mm
LCD monitor
1.8" diagonally measured, LCD panel/TFT active matrix system
Speaker
Monaural
Flash
Within 2 m (recommended shooting distance)
For Video/
Audio
Format
SD-VIDEO
Recording/Playback
format
Video
MPEG-2
Audio
Dolby Digital (2 ch)
Signal format
NTSC standard
Recording mode
Video
ULTRA FINE: 720
× 480 pixels, 8.5 Mbps (CBR)
FINE: 720
× 480 pixels, 5.5 Mbps (CBR)
NORMAL: 720
× 480 pixels, 4.2 Mbps (VBR)
ECONOMY: 352
× 240 pixels, 1.5 Mbps (VBR)
Audio
ULTRA FINE: 48 kHz, 384 kbps
FINE: 48 kHz, 384 kbps
NORMAL: 48 kHz, 256 kbps
ECONOMY: 48 kHz, 128 kbps
For Still image
Format
JPEG
Image size
5 modes (2560
×1920 pixels/2048×1536pixels/1600 × 1200 pixels/1280 ×
960 pixels/640
× 480 pixels)
Picture quality
2 modes (FINE/STANDARD)
For Voice
Format
Linear PCM
Recording mode
FINE: 48 kHz, 1,536 kbps, 16 bit, stereo
STANDARD: 16 kHz, 512 kbps, 16 bit, stereo
ECONOMY: 8 kHz, 256 kbps, 16 bit, stereo
For Connectors AV
S-Video output
Y:1.0 V (p-p), 75
, analog, C:0.29V (p-p), 75, analog
Video output
1.0 V (p-p), 75
, analog
Audio output
300 mV (rms), 1 k
, analog, stereo
Headphone
output
Ø2.5 mm, stereo
USB
Mini USB-B type, USB 1.1/2.0 compliant
Power requirement
AC 110 V to 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz
Output
DC 11 V, 1 A
(No.YF100)1-3
SECTION 1
PRECAUTIONS
1.1
SAFTY PRECAUTIONS
Prior to shipment from the factory, JVC products are strictly
inspected to conform with the recognized product safety and
electrical codes of the countries in which they are to be
sold.However,in order to maintain such compliance, it is equally
important to implement the following precautions when a set is
being serviced.
1.1.1 Precautions during Servicing
(1) Locations requiring special caution are denoted by labels
and inscriptions on the cabinet, chassis and certain parts of
the product.When performing service, be sure to read and
comply with these and other cautionary notices appearing
in the operation and service manuals.
(2) Parts identified by the
symbol and shaded (
) parts
are critical for safety.
Replace only with specified part numbers.
NOTE :
Parts in this category also include those specified to
comply with X-ray emission standards for products
using cathode ray tubes and those specified for
compliance with various regulations regarding
spurious radiation emission.
(3) Fuse replacement caution notice.
Caution for continued protection against fire hazard.
Replace only with same type and rated fuse(s) as
specified.
(4) Use specified internal wiring. Note especially:
· Wires covered with PVC tubing
· Double insulated wires
· High voltage leads
(5) Use specified insulating materials for hazardous live parts.
Note especially:
· Insulation Tape
· PVC tubing
·Spacers
· Insulation sheets for transistors
·Barrier
(6) When replacing AC primary side components (transformers,
power cords, noise blocking capacitors, etc.) wrap ends of
wires securely about the terminals before soldering.
Fig.1-1-1
(7) Observe that wires do not contact heat producing parts
(heatsinks, oxide metal film resistors, fusible resistors, etc.)
(8) Check that replaced wires do not contact sharp edged or
pointed parts.
(9) When a power cord has been replaced, check that 10-15
kg of force in any direction will not loosen it.
Fig.1-1-2
(10) Also check areas surrounding repaired locations.
(11) Products using cathode ray tubes (CRTs)In regard to such
products, the cathode ray tubes themselves, the high
voltage circuits, and related circuits are specified for
compliance with recognized codes pertaining to X-ray
emission. Consequently, when servicing these products,
replace the cathode ray tubes and other parts with only the
specified parts. Under no circumstances attempt to modify
these circuits.Unauthorized modification can increase the
high voltage value and cause X-ray emission from the
cathode ray tube.
(12) Crimp type wire connectorIn such cases as when replacing
the power transformer in sets where the connections
between the power cord and power trans former primary
lead wires are performed using crimp type connectors, if
replacing the connectors is unavoidable, in order to prevent
safety hazards, perform carefully and precisely according
to the following steps.
· Connector part number :E03830-001
· Required tool : Connector crimping tool of the proper
type which will not damage insulated parts.
· Replacement procedure
a) Remove the old connector by cutting the wires at a
point close to the connector.Important : Do not
reuse a connector (discard it).
Fig.1-1-3
b) Strip about 15 mm of the insulation from the ends
of the wires. If the wires are stranded, twist the
strands to avoid frayed conductors.
Fig.1-1-4
c) Align the lengths of the wires to be connected.
Insert the wires fully into the connector.
Fig.1-1-5
d) As shown in Fig.1-1-6, use the crimping tool to crimp
the metal sleeve at the center position. Be sure to
crimp fully to the complete closure of the tool.
Fig.1-1-6
e) Check the four points noted in Fig.1-1-7.
Fig.1-1-7
Power cord
cut close to connector
15 mm
Connector
Metal sleeve
1.2
5
2.0
5.5
Crimping tool
Not easily pulled free
Crimped at approx. center
of metal sleeve
Conductors extended
Wire insulation recessed
more than 4 mm
1-4 (No.YF100)
1.1.2 Safety Check after Servicing
Examine the area surrounding the repaired location for damage
or deterioration. Observe that screws, parts and wires have been
returned to original positions, Afterwards, perform the following
tests and confirm the specified values in order to verify
compliance with safety standards.
(1) Insulation resistance test
Confirm the specified insulation resistance or greater
between power cord plug prongs and externally exposed
parts of the set (RF terminals, antenna terminals, video and
audio input and output terminals, microphone jacks,
earphone jacks, etc.).See table 1 below.
(2) Dielectric strength test
Confirm specified dielectric strength or greater between
power cord plug prongs and exposed accessible parts of
the set (RF terminals, antenna terminals, video and audio
input and output terminals, microphone jacks, earphone
jacks, etc.). See Fig.1-1-11 below.
(3) Clearance distance
When replacing primary circuit components, confirm
specified clearance distance (d), (d') between soldered
terminals, and between terminals and surrounding metallic
parts. See Fig.1-1-11 below.
Fig.1-1-8
(4) Leakage current test
Confirm specified or lower leakage current between earth
ground/power cord plug prongs and externally exposed
accessible parts (RF terminals, antenna terminals, video
and audio input and output terminals, microphone jacks,
earphone jacks, etc.).
Measuring Method : (Power ON)Insert load Z between
earth ground/power cord plug prongs and externally
exposed accessible parts. Use an AC voltmeter to
measure across both terminals of load Z. See Fig.1-1-9
and following Fig.1-1-12.
Fig.1-1-9
(5) Grounding (Class 1 model only)
Confirm specified or lower grounding impedance between
earth pin in AC inlet and externally exposed accessible
parts (Video in, Video out, Audio in, Audio out or Fixing
screw etc.).Measuring Method:
Connect milli ohm meter between earth pin in AC inlet and
exposed accessible parts. See Fig.1-1-10 and grounding
specifications.
Fig.1-1-10
Fig.1-1-11
Fig.1-1-12
NOTE :
These tables are unofficial and for reference only. Be sure to confirm the precise values for your particular country and locality.
Chassis
Power cord
primary wire
d'
d
ab
c
V
A
Externally
exposed
accessible part
Z
Exposed accessible part
Grounding Specifications
AC inlet
Region
USA & Canada
Europe & Australia
Grounding Impedance (Z)
Z
0.1 ohm
Z
0.5 ohm
Earth pin
MIlli ohm meter
AC Line Voltage
Region
Japan
Europe & Australia
R 1 M /500 V DC
USA & Canada
1 M
R 12 M /500 V DC
R 10 M /500 V DC
Insulation Resistance (R)
Dielectric Strength
Clearance Distance (d), (d')
100 V
100 to 240 V
110 to 130 V
110 to 130 V
200 to 240 V
AC 1 kV 1 minute
AC 1.5 kV 1 minute
AC 1 kV 1 minute
(Class )
(Class )
AC 3 kV 1 minute
AC 1.5 kV 1 minute
d, d'
3 mm
d, d'
4 mm
d, d'
3.2 mm
d'
8 m m (Power cord)
d'
6 m m (Primary wire)
d
4 m m
AC Line Voltage
Region
Japan
Europe & Australia
USA & Canada
Load Z
Leakage Current (i)
a, b, c
100 V
110 to 130 V
110 to 130 V
220 to 240 V
i
1 mA rms
i
0.5 mA rms
i
0.7 mA peak
i
2 mA dc
i
0.7 mA peak
i
2 mA dc
Exposed accessible parts
Exposed accessible parts
Antenna earth terminals
Other terminals
1
1.5
2
50
0.15
(No.YF100)1-5
SECTION 2
SPECIFIC SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS
2.1
Provided applications
GZ-MC100, GZ-MC200 and GZ-MC500 come with the following four types of software.
(1) Digital Photo Navigator
(2) PowerDirector
(3) PowerProducer
(4) PowerDVD
(1) is JVC's original and it is the same product as the one used in DVC.
(2),(3), and 4. are commercial software from CyberLink Inc. They were functionally modified for GZ-MC100/200/500.
As not only functional deletion but also functional addition for EVERIO were carried out in the provided software, it is required to use
the provided EVERIO exclusive software.
(1) Digital Photo Navigator 1.0
It is software that creates albums by collecting still pictures. There are no commercial products or enhanced versions.
(2) PowerDirector Express NE (PowerDirector )
It is software that edits and processes the video taken with EVERIO.
Ordinary editing features can be applied frame by frame: cutting unwanted parts, editing transition flow, and title lettering.
In addition, saving the editing as a file of .mod enables playback with EVERIO.
Although there are authoring function and write-in function in commercial PowerDirector3 from CyberLink Inc., provided software does
not include these functions.
Some functions are removed from commercial products when producing EVERIO exclusive PowerDirector.
Although a commercial product seems to be used with EVERIO as a replacement for a provided product, the video that is taken with
EVERIO cannot be seen as the commercial products cannot deal the file extension ".MOD".There is no performance assurance even
if playback is available by changing the extension.
In many cases, import errors, hang-ups, freeze in mid-flow, dropping frames or bad quality in video playback will occur.
PowerDirector,Express NE
Commercial Product
EVERIO Bundled Product
MPEG-1,MPEG-2,DAT,AVI,DivX,
MPEG-1,MPEG-2,DAT,AVI,Vob,VRO,WMV
Vob,VRO,WMV,MOV
Input file Still pictures
GIF,BMP,JPG,TIF
BMP,JPG
Input file Audio
WAV,MP3,WMA
WAV,MP3,WMA
Audio recording function
Microphone,Music CD
Microphone
MPEG-1,MPEG-2,DV-AVI,DivX,
MPEG-1,MPEG-2,DV-AVI,WMV,RealVideo
WMV,RealVideo,Quicktime
Output in EVERIO video format
DV Capture support
DV real time capture
Rewrite to DV tape
DV Quick Scan
DivX Support (DivX codec)
Separate installation is required
Color Board
Scene Detection
Trim Mode, Separation Mode
Precise-Cut
Screen Capture
Title Designer
(Partially limited)
Motion Titles
(53)
(Partially limited)
PiP (Picture in Picture)
Transitional Effects
(111)
(60)
Supported by PowerProducer 2 Gold NE
Product Name
PowerDirector 3
Input file (Video)
Output file (Video)
DVD Authoring Program