MHS-TS22 - Sony Movie Service Manual (repair manual)

MHS-TS22

The components identified 
by mark 

0 or dotted line with 

mark 

0 are critical for safety.

Replace only with part number 
specified.

Les composants identifiés par 
une marque 

0 sont critiques 

pour la sécurité.
Ne les remplacer que par une 
pièce portant le numéro spécifié.

1.0

2012.02

Official Release

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—

1.1

2012.06

Revised-1
(A1 12-107)

•  Revision of EXPLODED VIEWS.
 Page 

2-3

,

 2-4

• Correction of ASSEMBLY.
 Page 

3-1

Yes

2012F08-1

© 2012.06

Revised-1

Replace the previously issued
SERVICE MANUAL 9-834-658-11
with this Manual.

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Image device: 4.5 mm (1/4 type) CMOS sensor
Total pixel number of camera:
 

Approx. 5 110 000 pixels

Effective pixel number of camera:
 

Approx. 3 110 000 pixels (still image, 16:9),

 

Approx. 5 030 000 pixels (still image, 4:3),

 

Approx. 3 110 000 pixels ([1920×1080 30p]

 movie)
Lens: F2.8
 

f = 4.1 mm (3/16 inches)

 

When converted to a 35 mm still camera

 

For movies: 47 mm (1 7/8 inches) (16:9)

 

For still images: 41 mm (1 5/8 inches) (4:3)

Exposure control: Automatic exposure
File format:
 

Still images: JPEG (DCF Ver. 2.0, Exif Ver. 
2.3, MPF Baseline) compliant

 

Movies: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 (MP4)

 Audio: 

MPEG 

AAC

Recording media: Internal Memory (Approx.
 3.9 

GB)

•   When measuring media capacity, 1 GB equals 

1 billion bytes, a portion of which is used for 
system management and/or application files.

  Available user capacity is as below.
  Approx. 3.7 GB

HDMI jack: HDMI mini connector
Built-in USB arm: type A (built-in)
USB communication: Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0
 compliant)

LCD screen: 6.7 cm 2.7 type (16:9) TFT drive
Total number of dots: 230 400 (960 × 240) dots

Power:
 

Built-in rechargeable battery pack

 USB 

charging

Charging time: Approx. 210 mins. (full charge)
 

(when charging from the USB connector of 
the computer)

Power consumption (during shooting): 1.5 W
 

(when the movie image size is [1280×720 
30p])

Operating temperature: 

0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)

Storage temperature: 

–20°C to +60°C (–4°F to +140°F)

Dimensions (Approx.):
 

59.6 mm × 116.5 mm × 21.0 mm 
(2 3/8 inches × 4 5/8 inches × 27/32 inches)

 

(W/H/D, excluding protrusions)

Mass:
 

Approx. 148 g (5.2 oz)

Microphone: Monaural
Speaker: Monaural

Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.

COMPONENTS IDENTIFIED BY MARK 0 OR DOTTED LINE WITH 
MARK 0 ON THE SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS AND IN THE PARTS LIST 
ARE CRITICAL TO SAFE OPERATION. REPLACE THESE COMPO-
NENTS WITH SONY PARTS WHOSE PART NUMBERS APPEAR AS 
SHOWN IN THIS MANUAL OR IN SUPPLEMENTS PUBLISHED BY 
SONY. 

LES COMPOSANTS IDENTIFIÉS PAR UNE MARQUE 0 SUR LES 
DIAGRAMMES SCHÉMATIQUES ET LA LISTE DES PIÈCES SONT 
CRITIQUES POUR LA SÉCURITÉ DE FONCTIONNEMENT. NE REM-
PLACER CES COMPOSANTS QUE PAR DES PIÈCES SONY DONT 
LES NUMÉROS SONT DONNÉS DANS CE MANUEL OU DANS LES 
SUPPLÉMENTS PUBLIÉS PAR SONY.

After correcting the original service problem, perform the following 
safety checks before releasing the set to the customer.

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type.
Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.

1.  Check the area of your repair for unsoldered or poorly-soldered 

connections. Check the entire board surface for solder splashes and 
bridges.

2.  Check the interboard wiring to ensure that no wires are “pinched” 

or contact high-wattage resistors.

3.  Look for unauthorized replacement parts, particularly transistors, 

that were installed during a previous repair. Point them out to the 
customer and recommend their replacement.

4.  Look for parts which, through functioning, show obvious signs of 

deterioration. Point them out to the customer and recommend their 
replacement.

5.  Check the B+ voltage to see it is at the values specified.
6.  Flexible Circuit Board Repairing
 

•   Keep the temperature of the soldering iron around 350°C during 

repairing.

 

•   Do not touch the soldering iron on the same conductor of the circuit 

board (within 3 times).

 

•   Be careful not to apply force on the conductor when soldering or 

unsoldering.

This unit uses unleaded solder. 
Boards requiring use of unleaded solder are printed with the lead free 
mark (LF) indicating the solder contains no lead.
(Caution:  Some printed circuit boards may not come printed with the 

lead free mark due to their particular size.)

Be careful to the following points to solder or unsolder.

•  Set the soldering iron tip temperature to 350°C approximately.
 

If cannot control temperature, solder/unsolder at high temperature 
for a short time.

 

Caution: The printed pattern (copper foil) may peel away if the 

heated tip is applied for too long, so be careful!

 

 

Unleaded solder is more viscous (sticky, less prone to 
flow) than ordinary solder so use caution not to let solder 
bridges occur such as on IC pins, etc.

•  Be sure to control soldering iron tips used for unleaded solder and 

those for leaded solder so they are managed separately. Mixing un-
leaded solder and leaded solder will cause detachment phenomenon.

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This camera is equipped to be water-proof, dustproof and shock-proof. Damage caused from misuse, abuse or failure to 
properly maintain the camera is not covered by the limited warranty. This camera is water-proof/dust-proof equivalent
to IEC60529 IP58. The camera is operable up to a water depth of 5 m for 60 minutes.
•  Do not subject the camera to pressurized water, such as from a tap.
•  Do not use in hot springs.
•  Use the camera in the recommended operating water temperature range of 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F).
•  Conforming to MIL-STD 810F Method 516.5- Shock standards, this product has passed testing when dropped from a 

height of 1.5 m above a 5- cm thick plywood board*.

* Depending on use conditions and circumstances, no guarantee is made regarding damage to, malfunction of, or the 

water-proof performance of this camera.

•  As for dust-proof/shock-proof performance, there is no guarantee that the camera will not become scratched or dented.
•  Sometimes water-proof performance is lost if the camera is subjected to a strong shock such as from being dropped. 

We recommend the camera be inspected at an authorized repair shop for a fee.

•  Accessories supplied do not meet water-proof, dust-proof, and shock-proof specifications.
•  Read “Precautions” before operating the camera.
•  If you attach the camera to a tripod with a screw over 5.5 mm in length, a hole may result in the camera body, and cause 

water to enter the camera.

•  Make sure that no foreign matter such as sand, hair, or dirt 

gets inside the multi-connector cover. Even a small amount 
of foreign matter may lead to water entering the camera.

•  Confirm that the sealing gasket and its mating surfaces have 

not become scratched. Even a small scratch may lead to 
water entering the camera. If the sealing gasket or its mating 
surfaces become scratched, take the camera to an authorized 
repair shop to have the sealing gasket replaced for a fee.

•  If dirt or sand gets on the sealing gasket or its mating surfaces, wipe the area clean with a soft cloth that will not leave 

behind any fibers. Be careful not to damage the sealing gasket or mating surfaces when cables are connected.

•  Do not open/close the multi-connector cover with wet or sandy hands or near water. There is a risk this will lead to sand 

or water getting inside. Before opening the cover, perform the procedure described in “Cleaning after using the camera 
under/near water”.

•  Open the multi-connector cover with the camera completely dry.

•  Fully close the cover until the yellow mark under the slide 

lock can no longer be seen.

•  Do not subject the camera to shock such as from jumping into water.
•  Do not open and close the multi-connector cover while under/near water.
•  This camera sinks in water. Place your hand through the wrist strap to prevent the camera from sinking.
•  Faint, white, circular spots may appear in underwater flash photos due to reflections off of floating objects. This is not 

a malfunction.

•  Set [Underwater Mode] if you are concerned about the color.
•  If water drops or other foreign matter is present on the lens, you will be unable to record clear images.

• Always clean the camera with water after use within 60 minutes, and do not open the 

multi-connector cover before cleaning is finished. Sand or water may get inside places 
where it cannot be seen. If not rinsed, water-proof performance will be degraded.

•  Place the camera in fresh water for about 5 minutes. Then, gently shake the camera underwater 

while pressing each button repeatedly to clean away any lodged salt, sand or other matter.

•  After rinsing, wipe away water drops with a soft cloth. Allow the camera to dry completely 

in a shady location with good ventilation. Do not blow dry with a hair dryer as there is a 
risk of deformation and/or degraded waterproof performance.

•  This camera is constructed to drain water. Water will drain from openings around the ON/OFF (Power) button, zoom 

lever, and other controls. After removing from water, place the camera on a dry cloth for a while to allow water to drain.

•  Bubbles may appear when the camera is placed under water. This is not a malfunction.
•  The camera body may become discolored if it comes in contact with sunscreen or suntan oil. If the camera does come 

in contact with sunscreen or suntan oil, quickly wipe it clean.

•  Do not allow the camera to sit with salt water inside or on the surface. This may lead to corrosion or discoloration, and 

degradation of water-proof performance.

•  Remove any remaining water or other foreign matter inside the multi-connector cover with a soft, dry cloth.
•  Do not directly subject the camera to flowing water such as tap water.
•  To maintain the water-proof performance, we recommend that once a year you take the camera to your dealer, or to an 

authorized repair shop, to have the sealing gasket of the multi-connector cover replaced for a fee.

The following message is displayed every time* you set [Underwater Mode] to [On].

“When using the camera underwater/near water, firmly close the cover, specified by the arrow, after having inspected 
it for foreign matter/damage, then press [OK]”

•  This message does not indicate the malfunction.
•  Rather, it is to remind you of the things to be checked before using the camera to keep the waterproof performance.
•  Operate the camera after erasing the message by touching the area around the displayed message.
* It is displayed only when you set [Underwater Mode] to [On].

Multi-connecter cover 
knob

1Sealing gasket

2Surface contacting 
the sealing gasket

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The positions of water-proof treatment are as shown below;

Lens Clear Plate
(including Front
Cover Sub Assy)

LCD & Touch Panel
(including Rear Cover (+LCD) Assy)

Light Cover
(including Front
Cover Sub Assy)

SW Key Rubber
(including Rear Cover
(+LCD) Assy)

USB Door Rubber

Rear Cover O Ring

Tripod O Ring

Sheet
(including Rear Cover
(+LCD) Assy)

Sheet
(including Rear Cover
(+LCD) Assy)

Sheet
(including Rear Cover
(+LCD) Assy)

P Button
Rubber

Note:
•  It may cause the water leak that assemble with attached the dust to the 

Packing Cabinet.

  Assemble after confirm that there is no dust on the Packing Cabinet.
•  It may cause the water leak that the adhesive paper is not attached certainly.
  Confirm that the there is no crinkle when attaching, there is no dust on the 

Packing Cabinet and perform the clamping certainly.

This repair flow is an example and is not compulsory.
Modify this flow as needed according to the repair standard 
and other necessary documents for each area.

To maintain the waterproof performance of this unit, annual 
replacement (charged) of the waterproof packing is recom-
mended in the user’s manual and other documents.

START

Within one year

from purchase?

No

Was a problem 

on immersion 

indicated?

No

Yes

No

OK

Is there any 

trance of immersion 

on the unit?

Yes

No

No

OK

Is there any 

trance of immersion 

on the unit?

Judge by Air-leak test

Judge by Air-leak test

Judge by Air-leak test

Normal repair start

Normal repair end

A

Yes

NG

Yes

A

(See page 1-3)

(See page 1-3)

Check waterproof 

parts.

Yes

Replace waterproof

parts.

NG

Check waterproof 

parts.

Ask the customer 

about whether to replace 

waterproof parts.

(Note 1)

END

Normal repair start

Normal repair end

NG

OK

(Note 1) 

Explain the necessity of replacing waterproof parts to the customer.
When approval is gained from the customer, replace waterproof parts.