Sony DCR-SX30E User Manual

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SERVICE MANUAL
LEVEL 2
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SERVICE NOTE
MODEL INFORMATION TABLE
SPECIFICATIONS
FRAME SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM
BLOCK DIAGRAMS
DISASSEMBLY
PRINTED WIRING BOARDS
REPAIR PARTS LIST
SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS
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DCR-SX30E/SX31E/SX40/SX40E/SX41/SX41E/SX50E/SX60/SX60E_L2
Ver. 1.2 2009.07
2009G0500-1
© 2009.7
Published by Kohda TEC9-852-669-33
US Model
Canadian Model
AEP Model
UK Model
North European Model
E Model
Australian Model
Chinese Model
Korea Model
Argentine Model
Brazilian Model
Japanese Model
The components identified by
mark 0 or dotted line with
mark 0 are critical for safety.
Replace only with part num-
ber specified.
Les composants identifiés par une
marque 0 sont critiques pour la
sécurité.
Ne les remplacer que par une pièce
portant le numéro spécifié.
Photo: DCR-SX60
DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA RECORDER
•Precaution on Replacing the VC-560 Board or the Internal Memory (IC8701)
• Precaution on Replacing the VC-560 Board
• Precaution on Replacing the Bottom Cabinet
DCR-SX30E/SX31E/SX40/SX40E/SX41/
SX41E/SX50E/SX60/SX60E
Revised-1
Replacement of the previously issued
SERVICE MANUAL 9-852-669-32
with this manual.

Sony DCR-SX30E Specifications

General

Sensor Type	CCD
Sensor Size	1/8 inch
Optical Zoom	25x
Digital Zoom	2000x
Image Stabilization	Electronic
Focus	Auto/Manual
HDMI	No
Type	Digital Camcorder
Recording Media	Memory Stick PRO Duo, SD Card
Effective Pixels	340, 000 pixels
LCD Screen Size	2.7 inch
Video Resolution	720 x 576
White Balance	Auto, Indoor, Outdoor, One-push
Shutter Speed	1/3 - 1/3500
Microphone	Built-in stereo
Speaker	Built-in
USB	USB 2.0
Battery Type	Lithium-ion
Optical Sensor Resolution	800, 000 pixels

Summary

SPECIFICATIONS

System Specifications

Core technical details of the camcorder system, including signal format and recording media.

LCD Screen and General Specs

Details on the LCD screen size, resolution, and general operational parameters.

Power Accessories Specifications

Specifications for the AC adaptor and rechargeable battery pack.

MODEL INFORMATION TABLE

Model Variations by Region

Table detailing model differences based on destination and color system.

SERVICE NOTE

Power Supply Handling During Repairs

Method to prevent power shut-off when using a regulated power supply.

VC-560 Board Replacement Precautions

Guidelines for replacing the VC-560 board or internal memory.

Self-Diagnosis Functionality

Information on the unit's self-diagnosis system, display, and error codes.

Bottom Cabinet Replacement Precautions

Procedures for replacing the bottom cabinet and model number label.

DISASSEMBLY

Identifying Parts and Disassembly Flow

Overview of major components and the overall disassembly sequence.

Bottom Cabinet Disassembly

Step-by-step guide for disassembling the bottom cabinet section.

Cabinet Sections Disassembly

Procedures for disassembling left and right cabinet sections.

Front Panel Disassembly

Step-by-step guide for disassembling the front panel section.

Right Cabinet Disassembly

Procedures for disassembling the right cabinet section.

Lens Block Disassembly

Procedures for disassembling the lens block assembly.

BLOCK DIAGRAMS

Overall Block Diagrams

Links to overall system block diagrams.

Power Block Diagrams

Links to power system block diagrams.

SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS

Connection Notes

General notes and cautions regarding schematic connections.

Imager Replacement Precautions

Important safety and handling notes for imager replacement.

PRINTED WIRING BOARDS

Board Identification Notes

Common notes for understanding printed wiring board diagrams.

REPAIR PARTS LIST

Exploded Views of Major Assemblies

Visual breakdown of parts for major assemblies like cabinets and lens.

Electrical Components and Accessories

List of electrical parts and included accessories.