Sony DSC-P20 (serv.man3) Service Manual ▷ View online
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3-1-3. CABINET (REAR) BLOCK ASSEMBLY-2
Ref. No.
Part No.
Description
Remark
Ref. No.
Part No.
Description
Remark
101
1-681-599-11 FP-052 FLEXIBLE BOARD
102
1-681-600-11 FP-053 FLEXIBLE BOARD
103
not supplied
SY-66 BOARD, COMPLETE (SERVICE)
104
3-914-366-01 SCREW (DIA. 1.7X4), PRECISION
105
3-069-308-01 CUSHION (ZOOM)
106
A-7074-959-A FP-061 FLEXIBLE BOARD, COMPLETE
107
3-968-729-51 SCREW (M2), LOCK ACE, P2
108
X-3951-775-1 CABINET (REAR) ASSY
109
3-069-455-01 PLATE, DC-IN RETAINER
110
3-375-114-01 SCREW
BZ701
1-544-829-11 BUZZER, PIEZOELECTRIC
0 D901
not supplied
BLOCK, PLATE LIGHT GUIDE (1.5)
J001
1-815-571-21 JACK, DC
LCD901 not supplied
ACX309AK-1
106
107
108
109
101
102
103
110
110
104
104
104
104
105
not supplied
not supplied
not supplied
BZ701
J001
D901
LCD901
The components identified by mark
0 or dotted line with mark 0 are
critical for safety.
Replace only with part number speci-
fied.
critical for safety.
Replace only with part number speci-
fied.
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DSC-P20
This section is extracted from
instruction manual.
instruction manual.
2
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do
not expose the unit to rain or
moisture.
not expose the unit to rain or
moisture.
If you have any questions about this product,
you may call:
you may call:
Sony Customer Information Services Center
1-800-222-SONY (7669)
1-800-222-SONY (7669)
The number below is for the FCC related
matters only.
matters only.
CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in this
manual could void your authority to operate
this equipment.
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in this
manual could void your authority to operate
this equipment.
WARNING
For the Customers in the
U.S.A.
U.S.A.
This symbol is intended to
alert the user to the presence
of uninsulated “dangerous
voltage” within the
product’s enclosure that
may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a
risk of electric shock to
persons.
alert the user to the presence
of uninsulated “dangerous
voltage” within the
product’s enclosure that
may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a
risk of electric shock to
persons.
This symbol is intended to
alert the user to the presence
of important operating and
maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature
accompanying the
appliance.
alert the user to the presence
of important operating and
maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature
accompanying the
appliance.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name:
SONY
Model No.:
DSC-P20
Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc.
Address:
Address:
680 Kinderkamack
Road, Oradell, NJ
07649 USA
Road, Oradell, NJ
07649 USA
Telephone No.:
201-930-6972
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This
device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This
device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
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Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is
no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this equipment
does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is
no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this equipment
does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
— Reorient or relocate the receiving
antenna.
— Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
— Connect the equipment into an outlet
on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
the receiver is connected.
— Consult the dealer or an experienced
radio/TV technician for help.
The supplied interface cable must be used
with the equipment in order to comply with
the limits for a digital device pursuant to
Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.
with the equipment in order to comply with
the limits for a digital device pursuant to
Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.
DISPOSAL OF LITHIUM ION
BATTERY.
LITHIUM ION BATTERY.
DISPOSE OF PROPERLY.
BATTERY.
LITHIUM ION BATTERY.
DISPOSE OF PROPERLY.
You can return your unwanted lithium ion
batteries to your nearest Sony Service
Center.
batteries to your nearest Sony Service
Center.
Note:
In some areas the disposal of lithium ion
batteries in household or business trash may
be prohibited.
In some areas the disposal of lithium ion
batteries in household or business trash may
be prohibited.
For the Sony Service Center nearest you call
1-800-222-SONY (United States only)
1-800-222-SONY (United States only)
Caution:
Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium
ion battery.
Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium
ion battery.
Directive:EMC Directive 89/336/EEC,
92/31/EEC
This equipment complies with the EMC
regulations when used under the following
circumstances:
• Residential area
• Business district
• Light-industry district
(This equipment complies with the EMC
standard regulations EN55022 Class B.)
regulations when used under the following
circumstances:
• Residential area
• Business district
• Light-industry district
(This equipment complies with the EMC
standard regulations EN55022 Class B.)
For the Customers in the
U.S.A.
U.S.A.
For the Customers in
Germany
Germany
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This product has been tested and found
compliant with the limits sets out on the
EMC Directive for using connection cables
shorter than 3 meters.
compliant with the limits sets out on the
EMC Directive for using connection cables
shorter than 3 meters.
The electromagnetic fields at the specific
frequencies may influence the picture and
sound of this camera.
frequencies may influence the picture and
sound of this camera.
For the Customers in the
U.S.A. and Canada
U.S.A. and Canada
THIS CLASS B DIGITAL DEVICE
COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC
RULES AND THE CANADIAN ICES-003
OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE
FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS:
(1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE
HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, AND
(2) THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY
INTERFERENCE RECEIVED,
INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT
MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION.
COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC
RULES AND THE CANADIAN ICES-003
OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE
FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS:
(1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE
HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, AND
(2) THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY
INTERFERENCE RECEIVED,
INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT
MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION.
Trial recording
Before you record one-time events, you may
want to make a trial recording to make sure
that the camera is working correctly.
Before you record one-time events, you may
want to make a trial recording to make sure
that the camera is working correctly.
No compensation for contents of
the recording
Contents of the recording cannot be
compensated for if recording or playback is
not possible due to a malfunction of your
camera or recording medium, etc.
the recording
Contents of the recording cannot be
compensated for if recording or playback is
not possible due to a malfunction of your
camera or recording medium, etc.
Notes on image data compatibility
• This camera conforms with the Design
• This camera conforms with the Design
Rules for Camera File Systems universal
standard established by the JEITA (Japan
Electric and Information Technology
Industries Association). You cannot play
back on your camera still images recorded
on other equipment (DCR-TRV890E/
TRV900/TRV900E, DSC-D700, DSC-
D770) that does not conform with this
universal standard. (These models are not
sold in some areas.)
standard established by the JEITA (Japan
Electric and Information Technology
Industries Association). You cannot play
back on your camera still images recorded
on other equipment (DCR-TRV890E/
TRV900/TRV900E, DSC-D700, DSC-
D770) that does not conform with this
universal standard. (These models are not
sold in some areas.)
• Playback of images recorded with your
camera on other equipment and playback
of images recorded or edited with other
equipment on your camera are not
guaranteed.
of images recorded or edited with other
equipment on your camera are not
guaranteed.
Precaution on copyright
Television programs, films, video tapes, and
other materials may be copyrighted.
Unauthorized recording of such materials
may be contrary to the provision of the
copyright laws.
Television programs, films, video tapes, and
other materials may be copyrighted.
Unauthorized recording of such materials
may be contrary to the provision of the
copyright laws.
Do not shake or strike the camera
In addition to malfunctions and inability to
record images, this may render the
“Memory Stick” unusable or image data
breakdown, damage or loss may occur.
In addition to malfunctions and inability to
record images, this may render the
“Memory Stick” unusable or image data
breakdown, damage or loss may occur.
Attention for the Customers in
Europe
Europe
Attention
“Memory Stick”
N50
Be sure to read the following
before using your camera
before using your camera
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Do not aim the camera at the sun
or other bright light
This may cause irrecoverable damage to
your eyes.
or other bright light
This may cause irrecoverable damage to
your eyes.
LCD screen, LCD finder (only
models with a finder) and lens
• The LCD screen and the LCD finder are
models with a finder) and lens
• The LCD screen and the LCD finder are
manufactured using extremely high-
precision technology so over 99.99% of
the pixels are operational for effective use.
However, there may be some tiny black
points and/or bright points (white, red,
blue or green in color) that constantly
appear on the LCD screen and the LCD
finder. These points are normal in the
manufacturing process and do not affect
the recording in any way.
precision technology so over 99.99% of
the pixels are operational for effective use.
However, there may be some tiny black
points and/or bright points (white, red,
blue or green in color) that constantly
appear on the LCD screen and the LCD
finder. These points are normal in the
manufacturing process and do not affect
the recording in any way.
• Be careful when placing the camera near a
window or outdoors. Exposing the LCD
screen, the finder or the lens to direct
sunlight for long periods may cause
malfunctions.
screen, the finder or the lens to direct
sunlight for long periods may cause
malfunctions.
Notes on batteries
Be careful when removing the batteries, as
they may be hot after the camera is used for
long periods.
Be careful when removing the batteries, as
they may be hot after the camera is used for
long periods.
Do not get the camera wet
When taking pictures outdoors in the rain or
under similar conditions, be careful not to
get the camera wet. If moisture
condensation occurs, refer to page 67 and
follow the instructions on how to remove it
before using the camera.
When taking pictures outdoors in the rain or
under similar conditions, be careful not to
get the camera wet. If moisture
condensation occurs, refer to page 67 and
follow the instructions on how to remove it
before using the camera.
Back up recommendation
To avoid the potential risk of data loss,
always copy (back up) data to a disk.
To avoid the potential risk of data loss,
always copy (back up) data to a disk.
When the camera is used for long
periods
Note that the camera body may become hot.
periods
Note that the camera body may become hot.
Notice
If static electricity or electromagnetism
causes data transfer to discontinue midway
(fail), restart the application or disconnect
and connect the USB cable again.
If static electricity or electromagnetism
causes data transfer to discontinue midway
(fail), restart the application or disconnect
and connect the USB cable again.
4. GENERAL
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Introduction
Checks the image after recording images
Recording still images:
page 19
Playing back still images:
page 27
Deleting images (DELETE):
page 58
page 19
Playing back still images:
page 27
Deleting images (DELETE):
page 58
Captures images with your computer
You can copy images onto your computer and view and modify images or attach
images to e-mail on your computer using the supplied USB cable and application
software.
images to e-mail on your computer using the supplied USB cable and application
software.
Viewing images using a personal computer: page 29
Recording still images for e-mail (E-MAIL): page 46
Recording still images for e-mail (E-MAIL): page 46
Records a moving picture (MPEG Movie or Clip Motion)
according to your purpose
according to your purpose
Recording moving images (MPEG
MOVIE): page 25
MOVIE): page 25
Selects the recording mode from various types of recordings
according to your situation
according to your situation
Creating Clip Motion Files: page 48
Recording text documents (TEXT): page 47
Recording still images as uncompressed files (TIFF): page 48
Recording text documents (TEXT): page 47
Recording still images as uncompressed files (TIFF): page 48
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Getting started
Identifying the parts
See the pages in parentheses for details of operation.
A POWER button/lamp (15)
Press and hold down this button
for approximately one second to
turn on the camera.
for approximately one second to
turn on the camera.
B Mode dial (18, 38)
:
To record in TWILIGHT
mode
mode
:
To record still images
:
To playback or edit
images
images
:
To record moving images
or Clip Motion images
or Clip Motion images
SET UP: To set the setup items
C Shutter button (19, 26)
D Flash (23)
E Finder window
F Photocell window for flash
Do not block while recording with
the flash.
the flash.
G Self-timer (22, 26)
H Lens
I Lens cover OPEN/CLOSE tab
J Tripod receptacle (bottom
surface)
Use a tripod with a screw length of
less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch). You
will be unable to firmly secure the
camera to tripods having longer
screws, and may damage the
camera.
less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch). You
will be unable to firmly secure the
camera to tripods having longer
screws, and may damage the
camera.
K RESET button (71)
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A MACRO switch (24)
B Finder
Self-timer/recording lamp (red)
AE lock lamp (green)
AE lock lamp (green)
/CHG (flash charge/battery
charge) lamp (orange) (21)
C MENU button (39)
D Jack cover (12, 14)
E DC IN jack (12, 14)
F USB jack (31, 33)
G Control button (18, 38)
H LCD screen
I DISPLAY/LCD ON/OFF button
(21)
J Digital zoom button (for
recording) (22)
INDEX/zoom button (for
playback) (55)
INDEX/zoom button (for
playback) (55)
K Hook for wrist strap
L OPEN switch
M Battery cover
N Access lamp (17)
O “Memory Stick” cover
Attaching the strap
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Preparing the power supply
Installing the supplied batteries or an optional
battery pack
battery pack
Your camera operates only with the following batteries.
•
Two size AA alkaline batteries (supplied)*
•
“InfoLITHIUM” (S series) battery pack (NP-FS11) (recommended, not supplied)
•
Two size AA nickel metal hydride batteries (not supplied)
•
Two size AA nickel-cadmium batteries (not supplied)
The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is recommended for long operating times. Note
that in this Operating Instructions, “batteries” refers to size AA alkaline batteries.
that in this Operating Instructions, “batteries” refers to size AA alkaline batteries.
∗
Sony stamina alkaline batteries are recommended. When you use your camera with alkaline
batteries, refer to “Notes on Using Batteries” on page 85.
batteries, refer to “Notes on Using Batteries” on page 85.
Batteries
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (not supplied)
1
Open the battery cover.
Open the cover while sliding the OPEN switch in the direction of the arrow.
Insert the battery pack with the v mark facing toward the battery compartment.
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Open the battery cover with the battery cover side facing upward and remove the
batteries. Be careful not to drop the batteries when removing them.
batteries. Be careful not to drop the batteries when removing them.
Power save mode
When operating the camera with batteries, set POWER SAVE in the SET UP screen
to ON to extend the battery life. The factory setting is ON (page 66).
See page 85 for more information on power save mode.
to ON to extend the battery life. The factory setting is ON (page 66).
See page 85 for more information on power save mode.
Auto power-off function
If you do not operate the camera for about three minutes during recording or
playback, the camera turns off automatically to prevent wearing down the battery. To
use the camera again, press the POWER button to turn on the camera again. The auto
power-off function only operates when the camera is operating using a battery pack.
The auto power-off also will not operate when playing back moving images or
playing back a slide show (page 56), or when a connector is plugged into the USB
jack or the DC IN jack.
playback, the camera turns off automatically to prevent wearing down the battery. To
use the camera again, press the POWER button to turn on the camera again. The auto
power-off function only operates when the camera is operating using a battery pack.
The auto power-off also will not operate when playing back moving images or
playing back a slide show (page 56), or when a connector is plugged into the USB
jack or the DC IN jack.
* What is “InfoLITHIUM”?
“InfoLITHIUM” is a lithium ion battery pack which can exchange information such as battery
consumption with compatible video equipment. This unit is compatible with the
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (S series). “InfoLITHIUM” S series battery packs have the
“InfoLITHIUM” is a lithium ion battery pack which can exchange information such as battery
consumption with compatible video equipment. This unit is compatible with the
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (S series). “InfoLITHIUM” S series battery packs have the
mark. “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
NP-FS11 battery pack (not supplied)
When you record images in an extremely cold location or using the LCD screen, the
operating time becomes short. When using the camera in an extremely cold location,
place the battery pack in your pocket or other place to keep it warm, then insert the
battery pack into the camera just before recording. When using a pocket heater, take
care not to let the heater directly contact the battery.
operating time becomes short. When using the camera in an extremely cold location,
place the battery pack in your pocket or other place to keep it warm, then insert the
battery pack into the camera just before recording. When using a pocket heater, take
care not to let the heater directly contact the battery.
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Install the batteries.
Insert the two size AA batteries with the 3 and # ends facing as illustrated. Be
careful not to insert the batteries facing the wrong way.
Insert the two size AA batteries with the 3 and # ends facing as illustrated. Be
careful not to insert the batteries facing the wrong way.
3
Close the battery cover.
Pressing the batteries with the cover, close the cover firmly until it clicks into
place.
Pressing the batteries with the cover, close the cover firmly until it clicks into
place.
To remove the batteries
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You cannot charge the battery pack while your camera is turned on. Be sure to turn
off your camera.
off your camera.
After charging the battery pack
Disconnect the AC power adaptor from the DC IN jack on your camera.
Battery remaining indicator
When using an optional “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack, the LCD screen on the
camera shows the remaining time for which you can still record or play back images.
This indication may not be entirely accurate depending on the conditions of use and
the operating environment.
Charging of 10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F) circumstances is recommended.
When using size AA alkaline batteries, the remaining time is not shown.
camera shows the remaining time for which you can still record or play back images.
This indication may not be entirely accurate depending on the conditions of use and
the operating environment.
Charging of 10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F) circumstances is recommended.
When using size AA alkaline batteries, the remaining time is not shown.
Using your camera abroad
For details, see page 70.
Note
When you turn the LCD screen on and off, it takes about one minute for the correct battery
remaining time to appear.
When you turn the LCD screen on and off, it takes about one minute for the correct battery
remaining time to appear.
Charging the battery pack (not supplied)
1
Insert the battery pack into your camera.
2
Open the jack cover and connect the DC connecting cable to the
DC IN jack of your camera with the v mark facing up.
DC IN jack of your camera with the v mark facing up.
3
Connect the power cord (mains lead) to the AC power adaptor (not
supplied) and then to a wall outlet (mains).
The /CHG lamp lights up when charging begins. When the /CHG lamp goes
off, charging is completed.
supplied) and then to a wall outlet (mains).
The /CHG lamp lights up when charging begins. When the /CHG lamp goes
off, charging is completed.
AC-LS1 AC power adaptor (not supplied)
Jack cover
To the wall outlet (mains)
Battery pack (NP-FS11)
(not supplied)
(not supplied)
Power cord
(mains lead)
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Still image recording*
Approximate battery life and number of images that can be recorded/played back
640×480 image size, standard picture quality, no flash
640×480 image size, standard picture quality, no flash
, and in NORMAL
recording mode.
∗
Recording at about 3-second intervals with the power save mode off (when continuous
recording, the power save mode does not operate effectively.)
recording, the power save mode does not operate effectively.)
∗∗
When using a fully charged battery pack at a temperature of 25°C (77°F).
Still image playback***
Approximate battery life and number of 640×480 images.
∗∗
When using a fully charged battery pack at a temperature of 25°C (77°F).
∗∗∗
Playing back single images in order at about 3-second intervals
Moving image recording
Approximate recording time in 160×112 image size.
∗
When using a fully charged battery pack at a temperature of 25°C (77°F).
Notes
• The camera may not operate in an extremely cold location when using alkaline batteries.
• The camera may not operate in an extremely cold location when using alkaline batteries.
Even when using an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (not supplied), the battery life and number
of images will be decreased if you use your camera at low temperatures, use the flash or
repeatedly turn the power on/off.
of images will be decreased if you use your camera at low temperatures, use the flash or
repeatedly turn the power on/off.
• The numbers of images shown on tables above are as a guide. The numbers may be smaller
depending on conditions.
Battery life and number of images that can be recorded/played back
SONY alkaline batteries
(supplied)
NP-FS11 (not supplied)**
Battery life
(min.)
Number of
images
Battery life
(min.)
Number of
images
LCD screen ON
Approx. 30
Approx. 600
Approx. 90
Approx. 1800
LCD screen OFF
Approx. 60
Approx. 1200
Approx. 120
Approx. 2400
SONY alkaline batteries
(supplied)
NP-FS11 (not supplied)**
Battery life
(min.)
Number of
images
Battery life
(min.)
Number of
images
LCD screen ON
Approx. 60
Approx. 1200
Approx. 120
Approx. 2400
SONY alkaline batteries
(supplied)
NP-FS11 (not supplied)*
LCD screen
OFF (min.)
LCD screen
ON (min.)
LCD screen
OFF (min.)
LCD screen
ON (min.)
Continuous
recording
Approx. 60
Approx. 30
Approx. 120
Approx. 90
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• The capacity of the “Memory Stick” is limited. The above figures are a guide when you
continuously record/play back while replacing the “Memory Stick.”
• When LCD BACKLIGHT is set to BRIGHT, the battery life and number of images will be
decreased.
Approximate time to charge a completely discharged battery pack using the AC-LS1
AC power adaptor (not supplied) at a temperature of 25°C (77°F).
AC power adaptor (not supplied) at a temperature of 25°C (77°F).
Using a car battery
Use Sony DC adaptor/charger (not supplied).
When using the AC power adaptor
Be sure to use it near the wall outlet. If a malfunction occurs, disconnect the plug
from the wall outlet.
from the wall outlet.
Charging time
Battery pack
Full charge (min.)
NP-FS11 (not supplied)
Approx. 180
Using the AC power adaptor (not supplied)
1
Open the jack cover and connect the DC connecting cable to the
DC IN jack of your camera with the v mark facing up.
DC IN jack of your camera with the v mark facing up.
2
Connect the power cord (mains lead) to the AC power adaptor (not
supplied) and then to a wall outlet (mains).
supplied) and then to a wall outlet (mains).
AC-LS1 AC power adaptor (not supplied)
Jack cover
To the wall outlet (mains)
Power cord
(mains lead)
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