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3.5.
How to Define the Model Suffix (NTSC or PAL model)
There are eight kinds of DMC-LX3, regardless of the colours.
• a) DMC-LX3 (Japan domestic model), DMC-LX3SG
• b) DMC-LX3P/PC
• c) DMC-LX3E/EB/EF/EG
• d) DMC-LX3GN
• e) DMC-LX3EE
• f) DMC-LX3GD
• g) DMC-LX3GT/GK
• h) DMC-LX3PL/GC/GJ
• b) DMC-LX3P/PC
• c) DMC-LX3E/EB/EF/EG
• d) DMC-LX3GN
• e) DMC-LX3EE
• f) DMC-LX3GD
• g) DMC-LX3GT/GK
• h) DMC-LX3PL/GC/GJ
What is the difference is that the “INITIAL SETTINGS” data which is stored in Flash ROM mounted on MAIN PCB.
3.5.1.
Defining methods:
To define the model suffix to be serviced, refer to the nameplate which is putted on the bottom side of the Unit.
NOTE:
After replacing the MAIN PCB, be sure to achieve adjustment.
The adjustment instruction is available at “software download” on the “Support Information from NWBG/VDBG-PAVC” web-site
in “TSN system”, together with Maintenance software.
The adjustment instruction is available at “software download” on the “Support Information from NWBG/VDBG-PAVC” web-site
in “TSN system”, together with Maintenance software.
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3.5.2.
INITIAL SETTINGS:
When you replace the MAIN PCB, 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:
cedure in accordance with model suffix of the unit.
1. IMPORTANT NOTICE:
Before proceeding Initial settings, be sure to read the following CAUTIONS.
2. PROCEDURES:
• Precautions: Proceed the picture back up from the unit. (Refer to above "CAUTION 2")
• Preparation. Set the Mode dial to "P" (Program AE mode).
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• Preparation. Set the Mode dial to "P" (Program AE mode).
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Step 1. The temporary cancellation of initial setting:
Set the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to “[ REC ] (Camera mark)”.
While keep pressing [ FOCUS ] and “[ UP ] of Cursor buttons” simultaneously, turn the Power on.
Set the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to “[ REC ] (Camera mark)”.
While keep pressing [ FOCUS ] and “[ UP ] of Cursor buttons” simultaneously, turn the Power on.
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Step 2. The cancellation of initial setting:
Set the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to “[ PLAYBACK ]”.
Press [ FOCUS ] and “[ UP ] of Cursor buttons” simultaneously, then turn the Power off.
Set the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to “[ PLAYBACK ]”.
Press [ FOCUS ] and “[ UP ] of Cursor buttons” simultaneously, then turn the Power off.
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Step 3. Turn the Power on:
Set the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to “[ REC ] (Camera mark)”, and then turn the Power on.
Set the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to “[ REC ] (Camera mark)”, and then turn the Power on.
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Step 4. Display the INITIAL SETTING:
While keep pressing [ MENU/SET ] and “[ RIGHT ] of Cursor buttons” simultaneously, turn the Power off.
When MAIN P.C.B. is replaced, all of the model suffix is displayed as follows.
There are two kinds of “INITIAL SETTINGS” menu format.
[1. After replacing MAIN P.C.B.]
While keep pressing [ MENU/SET ] and “[ RIGHT ] of Cursor buttons” simultaneously, turn the Power off.
When MAIN P.C.B. is replaced, all of the model suffix is displayed as follows.
There are two kinds of “INITIAL SETTINGS” menu format.
[1. After replacing MAIN P.C.B.]
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[2. Other than “After replacing MAIN P.C.B.”]
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Step 5. Set the INITIAL SETTING: (Refer to “CAUTION 1”)
[Caution: After replacing MAIN P.C.B.]
[Caution: After replacing MAIN P.C.B.]
The model suffix can been chosen,
JUST ONE TIME.
Once one of the model suffix have been chosen, the model suffix lists will not be displayed, thus, it can be changed.
Select the area carefully.
Select the area carefully.
Select the area with pressing “[ UP ] / [ DOWN ] of Cursor buttons”, and then 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.)
Confirm the display of “PLEASE SET THE CLOCK” in English when the unit is turned on again.
(The unit is powered off automatically.)
Confirm the display of “PLEASE SET THE CLOCK” in English when the unit is turned on again.
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Step 6. CONFIRMATION:
The display shows “PLEASE SET THE CLOCK” when turn the Power on again.
When the unit is connected to PC with USB cable, it is detected as removable media.
The display shows “PLEASE SET THE CLOCK” when turn the Power on again.
When the unit is connected to PC with USB cable, it is detected as removable media.
1) As for your reference Default setting condition is given in the following table.
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Default setting (After “INITIAL SETTINGS”)
MODEL
VIDEO OUTPUT
LANGUAGE
DATE
REMARKS
a) DMC-LX3 (Japan domestic model)
NTSC
Japanese
Year/Month/Date
b) DMC-LX3P/PC/PL
NTSC
English
Month/Date/Year
c) DMC-LX3E/EB/EG/GC/GN/SG
PAL
English
Date/Month/Year
d) DMC-LX3EF
PAL
French
Date/Month/Year
e) DMC-LX3EE
PAL
Russian
Date/Month/Year
f)
DMC-LX3GK
PAL
Chinese (simplified)
Year/Month/Date
g) DMC-LX3GT
NTSC
Chinese (traditional)
Year/Month/Date
h) DMC-LX3GD
NTSC
Korean
Year/Month/Date
i)
DMC-LX3GJ
PAL
Thai
Date/Month/Year
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