JAA79651-R.3695.

AF-S DX Zoom Nikkor 18-135/3.5-5.6G ED

JAA79651 (MADE

IN THAILAND)

REPAIR MANUAL

Copyrigh 2006 by Nikon Corporation. All Rights Reserved. !!

Printed in Japan August 2006

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Specifications
Type of lens: Focal length: Maximum aperture: Lens construction: Picture angle: Focal length scale: Distance information: Zoom control: Focusing: Closest focus distance: No. of diaphragm blades: Diaphragm: Aperture range: Exposure measurement: Attachment size: Dimensions: Weight: G-type AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor lens with built-in CPU and Nikon bayonet mount (Specially designed for use with Nikon digital SLR Nikon DX format cameras) 18mm 135mm f/3.5 - 5.6 15 elements in 13 groups (1 ED and 2 aspherical lens elements) 76 12 18, 24, 35, 50, 70, 105, 135mm Output to camera body Manually via separate zoom ring Nikon Internal Focusing (IF) system (utilizing an internal Silent Wave Motor); manually via separate focus ring 0.45m (1.5 ft.) at all zoom settings 7 pcs. (rounded) Fully automatic f/3.5 to f/22 (at 18mm), f/5.6 to f/38 (at 135mm) Via full-aperture method 67mm (P = 0.75mm) Approx. 73.5mm dia. x 86.5mm extension from the cameras lens-mount flange Approx. 385g (13.6 oz)

Specifications and designs are subject to change without any notice or obligation on the part of the manufacturer.

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Before Disassembly / (Re)assembly / Adjustment

For this lens, when the 5th lens group housing unit is removed, the lens-aligning work becomes necessary after reassembling. Therefore, at service facilities where this alignment work cannot be performed, do NOT remove the 5th lens group housing unit.

Caution: When disassembling, make sure to memorize the processing state of wires, screws to be fixed and their types, etc. Because prototypes are used for "Disassembly/(Re)assembly/Adjustment", they may differ from the actual products in forms, etc. Because pictures are processed by a special method, they may differ from the actual ones in texture.

Points to notice for Lead-free solder products

Lead-free solder is used for this product. For soldering work, the special solder and soldering iron are required. Do NOT mix up lead-free solder with traditional solder. Use the special soldering iron respectively for lead-free solder and lead solder. They cannot be used in common.

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1. Disassembly
1st lens group unit
Remove by using [J11332].

New tool

cover sheet Front cover sheet 1st lens-G unit Washer

Sheet

2nd lens group housing unit

Remove by using [J11335]. Remove by using [J11336].

2nd lens-G retaining ring

G4 lens

G5 lens 2nd lens-G housing unit

Washer

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JAA79651-R.3695.A Zoom rubber

Sheet Zoom rubber Tape (#1322)

Rear cover ring

#1073

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JAA79651-R.3695.A Bayonet

#1052 Contacts unit 3.1 lever #972 Spring Pin retainer Cam plate Washer (#78A-I) #126 GND pin Bayonet #993

Outer fixed tube unit Lift the outer fixe tube unit up slowly. Unsolder three wires.
Red wire Outer fixed tube unit Black wire

White wire

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JAA79651-R.3695.A Focus ring

Remove the focus ring.

Focus ring

Main PCB unit

Caution : The main PCB consists of three boards which are combined based on electric properties. Therefore, each PCB cannot be replaced as a single part.

Disconnect the GMR-FPC, contacts-FPC, encoder FPC and SWM-FPC from each connector. Take out three screws (#126).

contacts-FPC
GMR FPC

encoder FPC

SWM FPC #126 - 5AF-S DX 8-35/3.5-5.6G #126

JAA79651-R.3695.A Contacts unit

SWM base unit

GMR FPC

Retaining plate #1102

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JAA79651-R.3695.A Rear fixed tube Take out three screws (#98). Remove the rear fixed tube.

#983

Rear fixed tube

SWM area Take out two screws (#109).

#1092

Be careful NOT to touch "A" part directly with hand. A part SWM unit

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JAA79651-R.3695.A Distance-brush

Take out the screw (#116). Remove the distance-brush.

Distance-brush

Screw (#116)

Zoom brush unit Peel off the tape (#75). Remove the zoom brush unit.

Tape (#75) Zoom brush unit

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JAA79651-R.3695.A Zoom coupling pin

Remove the zoom coupling pin.

Zoom coupling pin

Separation of Zoom ring unit from Fixed tube unit Take out three screws (#98). Separate the zoom ring unit from the fixed tube unit.
Zoom ring unit

#983

Fixed tube unit

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JAA79651-R.3695.A Separation of Zoom ring from the SWM base unit

Take out the screw (#124). Rotate the zoom ring in the direction of the arrow until the index exceeds approx. 1.5 cm from "135". Then, remove the zoom ring.

SWM base unit

index

#124

Zoom ring

1.5cm cm

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JAA79651-R.3695.A Focus key Take out two screws (#122). Remove the focus key.

#1222

Focus key

Segment gear ring

Rotate the segment gear ring in the direction of the arrow all the way to the end. Then, remove it.

Segment gear ring

SWM base unit

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JAA79651-R.3695.A Focus sliding tube Rotate the focus sliding tube in the direction of the arrow, and remove it.

Focus sliding tube

Separation of 1st lens-G sliding tube unit from Inner-fixed tube unit Rotate the filter ring and cover ring, and extend the innerfixed tube unit. Take out three screws (#84), and remove the inner-fixed tube unit from the 1st lens-G sliding tube unit.
Inner-fixed tube unit Inner-fixed tube unit

#84 #84

Cover ring

#84 1st lens-G sliding tube unit

Filter ring

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JAA79651-R.3695.A 1st lens-G sliding tube unit Take out three screws (#125).

Cover ring

#125 #125

#125 1st lens-G sliding tube unit

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JAA79651-R.3695.A Filter ring

Take out three screws (#81).

#81

1st lens-G sliding tube unit

#81

#81

Filter ring

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JAA79651-R.3695.A 1st lens-G sliding tube Remove three nuts (#83). 1st lens-G sliding tube

#83 #83

Outer cam tube

#83

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New Tool

3rd lens- / 4th lens- /5th lens-group housing units

Caution: When the 5th lens group housing unit is removed, the lens-aligning work becomes necessary after

reassembling. Therefore, at service facilities where this alignment work cannot be performed, do NOT remove the 5th lens group housing unit.

#963

Caution Do NOT take out "" (cross)-marked screws. If they are removed, it may cause a misalignment of the optical axis inside the 5th lens group, resulting in inferior optical performance.

Remove by using [J11333]. Remove by using [J11334]. #683

3rd lens-G housing unit 4th lens-G housing unit

5th lens-G housing unit

#963

In case of stripped threads are found, using the 2mm screw as remedy is possible.

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JAA79651-R.3695.A Aperture unit

#863 #85A E3 #82A F3 #77D3

Fixed tube unit

Aperture unit

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JAA79651-R.3695.A Aperture blade area

Light-shielding sheet

Retaining plate

Blade actuating plate

#95

Aperture blades

#95

Blade actuating plate-side

Blade mounting plate

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JAA79651-R.3695.A Zoom roller base unit

Zoom roller base unit

Cam ring #63

#602

#62

Zoom roller base unit Fig.1

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2. Assembly / Adjustment
Zoom roller base unit

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Fix the roller (#62 selected from A-D) on the zoom roller base unit with the screw (#63). (Fig. 1) Tighten two screws (#60).

Zoom roller base unit Cam ring

#63

Put the roller (#62) #602

Adhesive: Screw lock

with the inner stepped side facing to the screw (#63) side, and assemble them.
Adhesive: Screw lock Apply to 2-3 threaded portions.

#62A-D

Zoom roller base unit Fig.1

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JAA79651-R.3695.A Aperture blade area

Insert the convex portion of the retainig Light-shielding sheet plate into the slit of the light-shielding sheet, and attach the lightshielding sheet on the retaining plate. Retaining plate Light-shielding sheet

Blade actuating plate

#95 Aperture blades

#95

Blade actuating plate-side

Blade mounting plate

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JAA79651-R.3695.A Aperture unit Position the "CAVNo." of the aperture unit coming to the front. Then displace the positoin of the zoom roller base of the fixed tube unit 1-cm away from the front. Then mount the fixed tube unit on the aperture unit. While aligning the three convex portions (Fig.1) with the grooves of the aperture unit (Fig.2), assemble them by using sticks, etc. Then stop at the position where the recess for roller can be seen through the cam groove. Through the cam groove, put the three washers [#77D (t=0.1)], three rollers [#85 selected from A-E)], and rollers [#82 selected from A-F] into each hole of the aperture unit by screwing three nuts (#86).
#863 #82A F3 #85A E3 #77D3 Protrusion 3 Fixed tube unit

Fig.1

Cam groove

Zoom roller base

Fixed tube unit 1cm

Groove3

Aperture unit

Recess for roller Aperture unit CAV NO. - 3AF-S DX 8-35/3.5-5.6G -

Fig.2

JAA79651-R.3695.A 3rd lens- / 4th lens- /5th lens-group housing units

Caution:

When the 5th lens group housing unit is removed, the lens-aligning work becomes necessary after reassembling. Therefore, at service facilities where this alignment work cannot be performed, do NOT remove the 5th lens group housing unit.

Assemble the 5th lens-G housing unit at the position where " " triangle mark (Fig.1) becomes as shown.

New tool

Assemble by using [J11333].

Triangle mark Fig.1

Assemble by using [J11334]. #683

3rd lens-G housing unit 4th lens-G housing unit Grease: RR

Apply to the thread part in approx. 5-mm width. Grease: RR Apply to the thread part in approx. 5-mm width.

5th lens-G housing unit

#963

In case of stripped threads are found, using the 2mm screw as remedy is possible.

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JAA79651-R.3695.A 1st lens-G sliding tube Align the three convex positions of the 1st lens-G sliding tube with the three concave positions of the outer cam tube, then assemble them.
Convex position3

Rotate the outer cam tube in the direction of the arrow so that the inner slope part of the 1st lens-G sliding tube fits in the U-groove

1st lens-G sliding tube

Apply to overall sliding surfaces Grease: MZ-800S

(deep) of the outer cam tube. slope part

Concave portion 3 Outer cam tube

Apply to overall sliding surfaces Grease: MZ-800S Straight groove1 Cam groove3 Grease: GN-20S

Attach three nuts (#83).

#83 #83 #83

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JAA79651-R.3695.A Filter ring

Assemble the 1st lens-G sliding tube unit and the filter ring at the position shown in "Fig. 1". Tighten three screws (#81). (Fig.2

#833

1st lens-G sliding tube U-groove (deep) Receiving side of the filter ring

Apply to overall sliding surfaces Grease: GN-20S

#81

#81

#81
Adhesive: Lockend B

Filter ring Index Fig.1 Fig.2

Grease: GN-20S

Position for applying grease

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JAA79651-R.3695.A Cover ring

Drip-proof leather

Cover ring

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JAA79651-R.3695.A 1st lens-G sliding tube unit

Assemble the cover ring and the 1st lens-G sliding tube unit at the position shown in "Fig.1". Tighten three screws (#125). (Fig.2)

U-groove
Grease: OS-30MF Apply to overall drip-proof leather

Cover ring

#125

#125

Adhesive: Screw lock

#125

1st lens-G sliding tube unit

Fig.2

Index Fig.1

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JAA79651-R.3695.A Reassembly of 1st lens-G sliding tube unit and Inner-fixed tube unit

Assemble the inner-fixed tube unit and the 1st lens-G sliding tube unit at the position shown in "Fig.1". Tighten three screws (#84).Fig.2 Rotate the cover ring in the direction of the arrow, and set to WIDE-end. (Fig.2)

Inner-fixed tube unit with being extended

Zoom roller base

#84

#84 #84
Grease: GN-20S Apply to the undermost cam groove and its surroundings

Cover ring

U-groove 1st lens-G sliding tube unit with being extended Fig.2

Index Fig.1

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JAA79651-R.3695.A Focus sliding tube Fit position of the focus sliding tube and lens body as shown in "Fig.1", and align the three convex portions of the focus sliding tube with the three grooves of the cam ring, then assemble them. Rotate the focus sliding tube in the direction of the arrow, and stop it at the position where the coupled part of the focus key is positioned as shown in "Fig.2".

Convex portion 3
Grease: GN-20S Apply to 3 places.

Coupled part of Focus key Cam ring

Focus sliding tube

Coupled part of Focus key Fig.2

Key grooves Grease: GN-20S

Index Fig.1 When assembled, retract the lens body (at WIDE-end) and make assembly. Focus sliding tube

SWM base unit

#1382

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Reference position for attaching the zoom encoder

Reference position for attaching the distance encoder

No slackness

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Torque rubber
Adhesive: C-8008B

Grease: GP-1RS Apply to over all groove 3.

Segment gear ring Fit the convex portion of the segment gear ring in the concave portion of the SWM base unit, and assemble them. Then rotate the segment gear ring in the direction of the arrow. Caution: Do not touch the magnetic surface directly with hand/tool.

Segment gear ring Magnetic tape surface Convex portion

Grease: I-40 Apply to SWM base unit and sliding surfaces

Grease: I-40 Apply to the sliding surface with the segment gear ring.

SWM base unit

Concave portion

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Focus key

#1222

Focus key

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JAA79651-R.3695.A Reassembly of Zoom ring from the SWM base unit Position the index of the SWM base unit to coming where it is approx. 1.5-cm away from "135" of the zoom ring, then assemble them.

SWM base unit

Grease: OS-30MF Apply to circumferences outside the sliding surfaces Apply to the zoom encoder pattern. Grease: NKS-211SP of SWM base unit and zoom ring.

index

Zoom ring

1.5cm

Tighten the screw (#124).

#124

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JAA79651-R.3695.A Reassembly of Zoom ring and Fixed tube unit Rotate the segment gear ring of the zoom ring unit in the direction of the arrow all the way to the end. Fit the boss of the fixed tube unit in the boss hole of the zoom ring unit, and assemble them. (Fig.1 Tighten three screws (#98). (Fig.2
Zoom ring unit Boss hole

Confirm that when the segment gear ring is rotated, the focus sliding tube is turned coupled with the rotation.

#983 Segment gear ring

Fixed tube unit Boss

Fig.2

Fig.1

Zoom coupling pin Rotate the zoom ring in the direction of the arrow, and set to WIDE-end. Tighten the zoom coupling pin.

Zoom coupling pin

Adhesive: Screw lock Apply to the thread of the screw. Grease: I-40 Apply to lengthwise groove

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JAA79651-R.3695.A Zoom brush unit

Rotate and set the zoom ring to WIDE-end. Set the zoom brush to the reference position of the FPC, and fix it with the tape (#75).

Zoom ring Zoom brush Zoom pattern WIDE position

Tape (#75)

Zoom brush unit

Distance-brush unit Rotate and set the zoom ring to TELE-end (135mm).

New tool

Rotate the segment gear ring, and stop it at the position where the groove of the focus key is aligned with the hole of the zoom ring. Insert the brush positioning tool ( J11340) through the hole of the zoom ring, and put it in the groove of the focus key. Set the distance-brush to the reference position of the FPC, and tighten the screw (#116). Remove the brush positioning tool ( J11340).
Segment gear ring Focus key

#116

Hole of zoom ring

J11340

Reference position for distance-brush

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JAA79651-R.3695.A SWM area

Mount the SWM unit, and tighten two screws (#109).

#1092

Do NOT touch "A" part directly with hand.

"A" part SWM unit

Rear fixed tube

#126 Plate spring

Rear fixed tube

Preparatory soldering

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Mount the rear fixed-tube on the inner-fixed tube by fitting the protrusion.

#983

Rear fixed tube

Protrusion

GMR

SWM base unit

GMR FPC

Retaining plate #1102

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JAA79651-R.3695.A GMR output check When the GMR unit is disassembled and replaced, be sure to make an inspection. 1. Device: Single-output rated voltage power-supply1 unit: 5V 100mA Oscilloscope GMR output inspection tool J11341 Caution: If there is a problem with continuity between the contacts of the GMR output inspection tool J11341 and the relay FPC, the contacting surface of the relay FPC may be dirty, eroded, or oxidized. So polish the contacts and connect them. 2. Preparation of the lens for measurement Assemble the Focus ring into the lens body temporary. Then connect the assembled lens to each measuring machines as follows:
Attachment diagram New tool

J11341

Black Blue

Red White

Rated voltage power-supply

(GND)
Oscilloscope (2ch) Oscilloscope (1ch) Rated voltage power-supply (+) Rated voltage power-supply (-)

( ) Set value ()
5.0 V 100 mA

J11341

Focus ring

GMR sensor FPC

Oscilloscope (2ch type)

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How to inspect and adjust: Confirm that the electric current and voltage of the connected rated voltage power-supply are set values,

then turn it ON.

Set the oscilloscope, and turn the focus ring, which was temporarily attached.

Note: The waveform varies according to the rotational speed. So change "Time/ Div setting accordingly. Oscilloscope setting V/DivCH1 20mv
CH1

V/DivCH2 20mv coupling AC Time/Div :5msec Trigger Mode :NORMAL Trigger Coupling :AC Trigger Source :CH1 Trigger Position :+4div Trigger Type :EDGE :0V :AC :AC Trigger Level INPUT(CH1) INPUT(CH2)

CH2

In case large waveform-noise is detected, use the

FILTER function. How to set FILTER function (e.g. DL1540 manufactured by YOKOGAWA 1. Press the FILTER button. 2. Select Smooth of the menu on screen and turn it ON.

Standard: Amplitude of all pulses/wave-

forms is 100mV or more.

Note: Check the waveform by moving the

focus ring back and forth from the infinity-end to the close-end positions In case the amplitude is small, disassemble up to the stage entirely. GMR FPC #1102

of the GMR FPC and check the condition of the MR head. If the deformation is detected, correct the deform of the MR head. If, however, such correction is impossible or no deformation is detected, replace the GMR FPC. (Fig.1)

MR head

Note: When adjustments are made, prevent the magnetic surface and MR head from touching the magnetized driver bit. Otherwise, the magnetic data will be damaged.

Fig.1

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JAA79651-R.3695.A Ref. As shown in Fig. 1, if the amplitude of only either CH1 or CH2 is small, one of the 2 screws (#110) may be loosened, so check for it. If this is not the case, the MR head may malfunction, so replace the GMR unit and make a readjustment.

CH1

CH2

Fig.1

As shown in Fig. 2, if the amplitude partially drops between the infinity and the close-distance, the magnetic data of the tape may be damaged. So replace the segment gear ring unit and make a readjustment. Replacing only the magnetic surface is impossible.
Segment gear ring unit

CH1

CH2

Fig.2 When the inspection is completed, remove the focus ring, which was temporarily attached.
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JAA79651-R.3695.A Contacts FPC

Contacts FPC (Valley fold along broken line)

Pass the contacts-FPC through the hole of the rear fixed tube.

Attach the contacts FPC by aligning with the edge of the zoom/distance FPC.

Zoom/distance FPC

Contacts FPC

Align the triangle mark here of the contacts-FPC with the left edge of the zoom/distance FPC.

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Main PCB unit

Caution : The main PCB consists of three boards which are combined based on electric properties. Therefore, each PCB cannot be replaced as a single part.

White

[Front]

Lead wire fixing-tape [Back]

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JAA79651-R.3695.A Mount the main PCB on the lens barrel, and tighten three screws (#126). Connect the SWM-FPC, GMR-FPC, contacts-FPC and encoder FPC to each connector. contacts-FPC
GMR FPC

encoder FPC

SWM FPC

#126 #126

Focus ring Mount the focus ring.

Focus ring

Apply to overall sliding surfaces. Grease: MZ-800S

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JAA79651-R.3695.A Outer fixed tube unit Assemble the outer fixed tube unit.
Lead wire must NOT exceed this line.

Apply to clicking groove part Grease: MZ-800S

Apply to overall fine chamois leather Grease:OS-30MF

#114 Click spring

Name plate

Fine chamois leather

Outer fixed tube

Knob Country-of-origin sticker

Adhesive: Screw lock

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White

Assemble the outer fixed tube unit. Caution: When assembling, be careful NOT to pinch the lead wire.
Red Outer fixed tube unit Black

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JAA79651-R.3695.A Bayonet

Contacts unit

#993 #1052 Bayonet GND pin Pin retainer Spring #972 Cam plate 3.1 lever
Grease: I-40

#126

Spring hooking

Washer (#78A I)

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Zoom rubber

Sheet Zoom rubber

Tape (#1322)

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New tool

2nd lens group unit

Assemble by using [J11335]. Assemble by using [J11335]. Washer (#79A H)

G5 lens 2nd lens-G retaining ring G4 lens 2nd lens-G housing unit
Grease: RR Apply to two thread parts in approx. 5-mm width.

1st lens group unit

Assemble by using [J11332].

Cover sheet Front cover sheet 1st lens-G unit

Grease: RR Apply to two thread parts in approx. 5-mm width.

Sheet

Washer (#80A C)

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Preparation for inspection & adjustment of main PCB

In case of replacing the main PCB, SWM unit or MR encoder unit, be sure to make the necessary adjustments as follows: 1. Adjustments Adjust the MR duty Adjust the driving frequency and motor control 2. Equipment and tools to be required Single output rated voltage power supply: 1 unit ( 6.0V 3.0A) Oscilloscope: 1 unit For adjusting the MR duty, the driving frequency and motor control

AF-I communication box (J15306-1): 1 unit AF-I communication adapter (J15307): 1 unit When the main PCB is replaced, be sure to perform "WRITING OF THE FIXED VALUES".

New tool

AF-S 18-135 inspection and adjustment program ( J18411) The below hardware requirements are necessary for installing the program on a computer. Ensure them before installation. PC OS CPU RAM (Memory) HD Monitor resolution Interface IBM PC/AT compatible Windows XP Home Edition, Windows XP Professional, Windows 2000, Windows 98 Second Edition (SE) Pentium 266MHz Pentium 2GHz 32MB or more 6 MB-or-more free space is necessary when installation 800600 or more pixels Serial interface USB interface cannot be used. As long as the above requirements are met, either desktop or notebook PC is available.

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System configuration
New tool
Power supply (6V)

Oscilloscope

When the RS232C terminal of the personal computer is a 9-pin type, connect it by using the 25-pin/9-pin conversion connector. RJ does not supply this connector. Use products on the market.

AF-I communication box (J15306-1)

To RS232C terminal

AF-I communication adapter (J15307)

AF-S lens Personal computer: This system does not depend on the CPU type of personal computer. AF-S 18-135 Inspection and adjustment software J18411

Caution: Keep the lens in horizontal position during adjustment.

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Adjustment of MR duty
In case of replacing the main PCB, SWM unit and MR encoder unit, be sure to make adjustments. In case of replacing the main PCB, be sure to perform [READING AND REWRITING OF EEPROM DATA.] then [3.WRITING THE FIXED VALUES.] How to adjust Make sure that the electric current and voltage of the connected rated voltage power supply are set to the set values, which are instructed on the PC screen. Then, turn the rated voltage power supply ON. Select "Adustment for Electrical Device" in the menu of the AF-S 18-135 inspection program. The confirmation screen for writing the fixed values in EEPROM appears. Select the appropriate item. Following the instruction on the screen, rotate the focus ring automatic turns in the direction from the infinity to the close distance position. Make sure that the waveform on the oscilloscope has duty 50% .

CH1=5V DC 10:1

CH2=5V DC 10:1

5ms/div NORM 200KS/s

Setting of oscilloscope V/DivCH1 V/DivCH2 Coupling Time/Div Trigger Mode Trigger Coupling Trigger Source Trigger Position Trigger Type Trigger Level 5V 5V DC 1 m Sec NORMAL DC CH - 4 div EDGE 2.5 V

Following the instruction on the screen, rotate the focus ring automatic turns in the direction from the close distance to the infinity position. Make sure that the waveform on the oscilloscope has duty 50% . NoteIn case the waveform from infinity to close distance position or vice versa does not have duty 50%, recheck based on "GMR output check" on Page A19.

Standard 100150 15010050 10.0

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Adjustment of Driving frequency and Motor control

In case of replacing the main PCB, SWM unit and MR encoder unit, be sure to make adjustments. The method of connection of the rated voltage power supply and measuring tools is the same as "ADJUSTMENT OF MR DUTY". Make sure that the electric current and voltage of the rated voltage power supply are set to the set values on the PC screen. Turn the rated voltage power supply ON. In the adjustment for Electrical Device of the AF-S 18-135 inspection program, after "Adjustment for MR-duty (Adjustment 1 of 2)", it automatically goes to "Adjustment for Frequency and Control (Adj. 2 of 2)". The lens automatically starts the driving of scanning.

Fig.1

When the above Fig.1 is displayed, if the motor driving stops, select "Yes" to complete the adjustment. In case the motor does not stop driving, select "No " to make adjustments again. In case the motor does not stop driving even after the readjustments, adjust the MR duty again and repeat "ADJUSTMENT FOR DRIVING FREQUENCY & MOTOR CONTROL". If the adjustment is not successful in spite of the above, the SWM unit, fix-tube unit, or MR head unit may be defective.

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Inspection of Lens operations

Check the lens operations by using a personal computer after assembling. Check by personal computer Check by the following considerations: 1. MR encoder operations Drive the scanning of lens and check the total number of pulses. In case the MR head of the MR encoder and the magnetic tape are misaligned, the number of pulses becomes out of standard. 2. Lens-servo stop accuracy Check the number of overrun/underrun pulses (deviation of the stop position from the target position) per the specified lens driving. In case the irregularity of mechanical operations does not take place in the focus ring driving unit, the underrun tends to occur if the rotation of the segment-gear ring unit is heavy, while the overrun tends to occur if it is light. 3. Lens-servo time Check the servo time (from starting and stopping the servo) when driving the specified lens by using the oscilloscope. In case the irregularity of mechanical operations does not take place in the focus ring driving unit, the servo-time tends to be long if the rotation of the segment-gear ring unit is heavy, while the servo-time tends to be short if it is light. 4. Switches and lenses Check the ON/OFF operations of switches and the operating condition of the zoom and distance encoder. After inspections 1. When the MR encoder operations are NOT up to the standard: Readjust the MR duty. (ref. Page A32.) In case the pulse is not up to the standard, recheck "GMR output check" (ref. Page A19). In case the pulse meets the standard, replace the SWM base unit, mechanical parts which drive the focus sliding tube, etc. 2. When the lens-servo stop accuracy is NOT up to the standard: Check the output waveform of the MR encoder. If it is normal, replace the SWM base unit, mechanical parts which drive the focus sliding tube, etc. 3. When the lens-servo time is NOT up to the standard: Readjust the driving frequency and motor control. In case the lens-servo time is not up to the standard even after the readjustment, replace the SWM base unit, mechanical parts which drive the focus sliding tube, etc.

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JAA79651-R.3695.A AF-S VR18-200 inspection program (1) Menu screen

1 2 3 4 5 6

7 8 9 10

Menu items The items 1 and 2 are used for adjustments. The item 3 is used for reading and writing EEPROM DATA. The items 4~7 are used for inspections. Selection items After selecting items screens appear, such as the lens selection, the focal length selection, the voltage setting, the inspection mode start. The screens depend on the items. Follow the instructions of the personal computer.

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(2) Inspection of MR encoder operations

CautionIf the MF ring is rotated while the lens scanning is driven, the pulse shows an abnormal value. Do NOT touch the MF ring during operations.

When the inspection ends, the result of the next page appears.

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JAA79651-R.3695.A The difference in pulse before and after the inspection must be within the standard. < Standard > Total pulses4867 196 PULSE(S)

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JAA79651-R.3695.A (3) Inspection of lens-servo stop accuracy Make this inspection on both focal length 18mm (W) and 135mm (T). If the lens stops while inspecting the lens-servo stop accuracy, input a figure in "ADJUST DELAYTIME" of the below "Fig.1", from "0" to "1000" for the delay time (msec: millisecond) which prevents stopping the lens. Note: The value of "ADJUST DELAY-TIME" is set by the adjustment software. So, if the lens does not stop during the inspection of "LENS DRIVING STOP ACCURACY", any value can be input without problem. However, the larger the value of "ADJUST DELAY-TIME" gets, the longer the inspection time becomes.

ADJUST DELAY TIME

Fig.1

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CautionIf the focus ring is rotated while the lens scanning is driven, the pulse shows an abnormal value. Do NOT touch the focus ring during operations. During the lens driving, the above screen is displayed.

The number of overrun/underrun pulses must be within the standards after the lens back-and forth driving 1-motion ("1/1TIME (S)." in of the screen ). Standard RATIO (1) is 40% or less for Df1~Df6. Even only one occurrence of defective pulse for Df1-Df6 indicates "Overrun/Underrun error max. permissible level over". "Df1~Df6" shows the lens driving amount. RATIO (2) is 20% or less for Df1~Df6. of the screen of the screen

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JAA79651-R.3695.A (4) Inspection of lens-servo time

Make this inspection on both focal length 18mm (W) and 135mm (T).

Select the servo driving amount respectively. Each lens-servo drive time must be within the standard. CautionIf the focus ring is rotated during inspections, the waveform shows an abnormal value. Do NOT touch the focus ring during inspections.

Oscilloscope setting E terminal V/Div Coupling Time/Div H terminal

Servo driving time

5V DC 20 m Sec SGL (S) DC CH1

Trigger Mode Trigger Coupling Trigger Source

E terminal The waveforms of E and H terminals have the H terminal forms for going up for start and going down for start.
Servo driving time

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(5) Inspection of switches and lens conditions

Type of lens Status of Focus mode-change SW Position of the zoom encoder (Value changes by turning the zoom ring) Signals of the distance encoder (Value changes by turning the MF ring)

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Necessary adjustment when replacing parts

Adjustments Parts to be replaced

Adjustment for MR duty (Necessary to write fixed value when the main PCB is replaced); driving frequency; motor control

Inspection & adjustment for MR encoder operations; lens-servo stop accuracy; lens-servo time; switches; lens condition

Main PCB unit SWM unit

GMR-FPC

Segment gear ring unit SWM base unit Zoom/distance-FPC

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JAA79651-R.3695.A Adjustment (Division) of Focus movement (T, W)

New tool

1. Rotate and set the zoom ring to TELE-end. 2. Rotate and set the focus ring to infinity-end, and attach the tape in appropriate length on the focus ring and the outer fixed-tube unit.

Focus ring Tape in appropriate length Outer fixed-tube unit

3. Start up the adjustment software ( J18411), and perform "" positioning by "Positioning to Infinity for FFD Adjustment" of the main menu.

4. Fix the aperture lever so that the aperture becomes full. 5Read each value of WIDE, MIDDLE (50 mm) and TELE sides. 6Calculate as follows:

A Value at MIDDLE 50 mm) B Value at WIDE side [Note: (divided by)] C Value at TELE side D Adjustment amount (mm) of the washer (#79) of the 2nd lens group E Adjustment amount (mm) of the washer (#80) of the 1st lens group 7. Increase/decrease the washers (#79) for adjusting the thickness by the above "D" value. If "D" is plus, increase the thickness of it, while it is minus, decrease the thickness of it. 8. Increase/decrease the washers (#80) for adjusting the thickness by the above "E" value. If "E" is plus, increase the thickness of it, while it is minus, decrease the thickness of it. Note 1: Regarding the 1st lens-G washer, the more-than 0.4-mm thickness in total cannot be put. If the washers in 0.4-mm thickness are already put, in addition, the result of "C-B" becomes "plus", it is necessary to select and adjust by using the 2nd lens-G washer. In this case, use the following formula. (C B 5 D Note 2: When the washers (#79 and #80) are put, place a thin washer between thick washers.
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C B 1.8 E (A B 2.2 E

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Adjustment of F.F.D (Back focus)

1. Rotate and set the zoom ring to TELE-end. 2. Rotate and set the focus ring to infinity-end, and attach the tape in appropriate length on the focus ring and the outer fixed-tube unit.

Focus ring Tape in appropriate length Outer fixed-tube unit

3. Start up the adjustment software ( J18411), and perform "" positioning by "Positioning to Infinity for FFD Adjustment" of the main menu.

4Mount the magnifier (DG-2) on the reference body (e.g. F3), which is for inspecting the infinity focus. 5Mount the lens to be examined on the reference body. 6At each position of WIDE, MIDDLE, and TELE, read the value by the horizontal-type collimator. 7If the result is out of standard at each position, remove the bayonet mount. 8Increase/decrease the washers (#78) for adjusting the thickness by the difference from the standard value. If the difference is plus, increase the thickness of it, while it is minus, decrease the thickness of it. (ref. Page A27
Focal length (f) 18 mm 50 mm 135 mm Standard (mm) 10 22 46 30 120

Ref. Adjust the thickness by calculating 30 0.15 mm.

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JAA79651-R.3695.A Position adjustment of Aperture lever

#105 2

Take out two screws (#105) of the contacts unit. Mount the tool (J18004-1), and check the aperture diameter.

Standard: Full aperture In case the result is out of standard, loosen the two adjustable screws (#97) of the aperture lever and make an adjustment by moving [#23]. After the adjustment, tighten the two screws (#97) and fix with Screw lock. Tighten the two screws (#105) of the contacts unit.

J18004-1

#23 #972
Adhesive: Screw lock

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Lens Alignment
Note: This adjustment is required when the rear lens group (5th lens group) is removed. (1) Preparation of Lens optical alignment equipment Fix the attachment holder of the rear lens group (J19127Q) in the lens equipment. How to fix: Move down the holder-moving lever slowly so that the holder touches the stage. Then tighten four screws to fix it.
Holder-moving lever
Move down slowly.

Screw 4

Holder for the rear lens group (J19127Q)

Stage

Create the center positioning tool (ref. Page A60, 61 for how to create it). Create cardboards in which "Lens alignment chart" and "Viewers" are fit. (ref. Page A62, 63 for how to create them.) As for AF-S 18-135/3.5-5.6G, the below equipment (left) for center is NOT used.
Lens optical alignment equipment
CCD camera

LINE GENERATOR

Attachment holder of the rear lens G

J19127Q

Lens alignment equipment (for center)

Monitor

MEGALIGHT 100

Lens alignment equipment (for periphery)

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Back view of Lens optical alignment equipment

Connect each cable to the appropriate equipment with the same number. (e.g. Connect up to )
Power cable for CCD camera

VIDEO cable

VIDEO OUT

VIDEO IN

Cross line chart

Pinhole chart

"VIDEO IN" of LINE A

Fiber-optic cable
AC power for CCD camera

Chart shooting equipment for 3rd lens-group alignment

Slide rail for Lens alignment equipment

The chart is embeddied in cardboards.

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(2) Temporary positioning of the rear lens group Mount the (self-made) center positioning tool on the lens alignment equipment (for periphery) by setting the groove in place slightly to the left (in a counterclockwise direction) from the below 12 oclock position. Then turn the tool clockwise all the way to the right, and move the lever to the left to fix it.

Fixing lever

Groove for release pin

12 o'clock position

Lens alignment equipment (for periphery)

Center positioning tool

Unlock the holder-moving lever, and move the holder down slowly by the lever.

Holder-moving lever
Unlock.

Move down slowly.

Micrometer for Y-axis

Micrometer for X-axis

Fixing lever

Adjust the holder's position by rotating the micrometers for X-axis or Y-axis so that the holder does not touch the protection ring of the center positioning tool. Note) Without this alignment, the rear lens may be damaged by the holder. Move the holder-moving lever of the alignment equipment upwards, and remove the center positioning tool from the equipment by moving the fixing lever rightwards.
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JAA79651-R.3695.A With the three screws of the rear lens chamber of the lens being loose, mount the lens to be examined on the equipment (for periphery alignment). (ref. for how to attach it.) Set the lens to WIDE-end. Place the zoom-fixing base, then turn the zoom ring towards TELE until the lens touches the zoom fixing base.

Zoom-fixing base

Zoom ring

Turn each power of the monitor, LINE GENERATOR, and MEGALIGHT 100 to ON. Adjust the cross

lines by rotating the "LIGHT CONT." knob of "MEGALIGHT 100" and rotating the focus ring from "infinity"-end so that the calibration of the cross lines can be seen clearly.

X-axis

Y-axis
Focus ring

Cross lines Light cont. knob Note) In case the cross lines are tilted, adjust them by turning the chart, which is screwed in the rear tube of the equipment.

Unlock the holder-moving lever, and move the holder down slowly by the lever. Caution: Move the holder down so that a load is not put on the lens body.

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JAA79651-R.3695.A Rotate the knobs of the micrometer (X and Y-axes) so that the intersection point of the cross lines (calibrated) comes in the center of the Monitor. Caution: If X-axis and Y-axis are unable to move, do not forcedly rotate the knobs. When the cross lines come to the center position, insert the three alignment screwdrivers (long, middle, short) in the loosened screw holes of the rear lens chamber, and tighten the screws. Note) Because the screws cannot be seen, when inserting the alignment screwdrivers, put them straight down in the screw holes so that the screws can be easily found.

Screwdrivers (long, middle, short)

Move the holder-moving lever up slowly to lock the holder, and remove the lens from the equipment (for periphery).

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(3) Chart shooting for the rear lens group alignment Prepare a camera (D100). Set the shutter speed to "M1/60", the aperture to full, and the focus mode to "S". On the shooting menu, set "Image Quality" mode to "RAW", "WB" to "Preset" and "ISO" to "200". Set up the camera (D100) on a tripod on the slide rail. Set the indication pointer of the tripod to 30 cm.

30 cm

Set the alignment chart (J19128) as shown below.

Alignment chart J19128 Focal plane mark of camera

Magnifications: 30 212 cm 1 cm

Rail tool Back Front

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 Turn the power of viewers (5 pcs.) to ON. be obtained correctly.)

JAA79651-R.3695.A

(Note: If the batteries of viewers are exhausted with decreased brightness, the shooting data cannot
Viewer 5 pcs.

Front

Back

Fit the lens to be examined in the camera (D100). Set the zoom to (70 mm) and rotate the focus ring to focus on the chart.
By looking through the viewfinder, adjust the height and tilt to make the chart fill the entire finder field frame. Adjust the tilt of the slide rail to make the three chart lines position in the center of the viewfinder, when the tripod is slid all the way to the front and back.

Connect the PC and camera via USB cable. (Camera setting: Mass Storage Start the adjustment software (LWM.exe). "Lens Select" window opens. Select "AFS 18-135/3.5-5.6G", then click "OK" button. Click the "Reset all log" button.

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JAA79651-R.3695.A Set the indication pointer of the tripod to 30 cm. Then rotate the focus ring and set it to " "-end. Darken the room. Click "Focusing" button. AF is activated to focus and the shutter is released.

Set the focus mode of the camera (D100) to "M".

Slide the tripod to the front by 24 0.1 cm. Click the "measurement" button of the adjustment software. When the shutter of the camera is released, slide the tripod to the back by 8 0.1 cm and make a remeasurement. Again, slide the tripod to the back by 8 0.1 cm and make a remeasurement. Repeat this operation four more times, totalling in seven measurements. (The total sliding distance is 48 cm.)

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JAA79651-R.3695.A Note 1: When the below warning is given, there may be some defects in the brightness of the viewers and/or parallelism of the chart and camera, etc. So correct the above and make a remeasurement.

Note 2: When the below warning is given, recheck that the Quality mode of the camera is set to RAW.

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JAA79651-R.3695.A After the seven measurements, point the cursor to the confirmation screen of the software. Click it three
times, and if "END" is displayed on the Information, the lens optical alignment is completed. If "END" is NOT displayed (Adjust peripheral alignment by J19125 With below value), go to the next (4) rear lens group alignment to readjust.

Confirmation screen

Information display

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JAA79651-R.3695.A (4) Rear lens group alignment Mount the lens on the equipment (for center). [ref. of (2) for how to fit in it.] Set the lens to WIDE-end. Put the zoom-fixing base, and rotate the zoom ring towards TELE until the lens touches the zoom-fixing base.

Zoom ring Zoom-fixing base

Adjust the cross lines by rotating the "LIGHT CONT." knob of "MEGALIGHT 100" and rotating the focus

ring from "infinity"-end so that the calibration of the cross lines can be seen clearly.

X-axis

Y-axis
Focus ring

Cross lines Note) In case the cross lines are tilted, adjust Light cont. knob them by turning the chart, which is screwed in the rear tube of the equipment.

Unlock the holder-moving lever, and move the holder down slowly by the lever. Caution: Move the holder down so that a load is not put on the lens body. Also, adjust so that the cross lines remain unmoving, when the knobs of the micrometer (X and Y axes) are rotated and the holder is moved up and down.

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JAA79651-R.3695.A Press the "LINE ON/OFF" button of LINE GENERATOR. Turn the knobs of X1 and Y1 until X- and Y-lines are displayed on the monitor. Move these X- and Y-lines so that they coincide with the cross lines of the CCD camera. Then press "LINE LOCK" button to fix these X- and Y-lines.

"LINE LOCK" button X1 knob Y1 knob "LINE ON/OFF" button

LINE GENERATOR

X-line

Y-line

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JAA79651-R.3695.A Insert the three alignment screwdrivers (long, middle, short) in the loosened screw holes of the rear lens chamber, and loosen the screws. Note) Because the screws cannot be seen, when inserting the alignment screwdrivers, put them straight down in the screw holes so that the screws can be easily found. Screwdrivers (long, middle, short)

Rotate the knobs of the micrometer (X and Y axes), and shift the cross lines by the scales that were results of the chart shooting of the rear lens group alignment. (e.g. Refer to "Pic.1" for the case of <X directions:+1, Y directions:-1>) Caution: When the knobs of the micrometer (X and Y axes) are rotated and the cross lines are unable to move, do not forcedly rotate them.

Pic. 1

After completing the above shifting of the cross lines, tighten three screws of the rear lens-G chamber with the alignment screwdriver. Caution: The intersection point of the cross lines is misaligned when the holder is moved up. So adjust considering this misalignment.

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Move the holder-moving lever up to lock the holder.

Check that a shift length caused by the cross lines and the X/Y lines is equal to the scales (1 = 1 scale of the

calibrated cross lines) of the results of "Chart shooting of the rear lens group alignment". (ref. Pic.1) Note: After fixing the three screws of the rear lens-G chamber, if a shift length is different from the results of the chart shooting, repeat the procedure from to until they become equal.
Turn each power of the monitor, LINE GENERATOR, and MEGALIGHT 100 to OFF. Remove the lens

from the equipment (for periphery). Then go back to (3) Chart shooting of the rear lens group alignment and repeat the procedure (3) and (4) until the result becomes "END".

Rear cover ring

#1073

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How to create positioning tool of Rear lens-group holder for lens alignment (AF-S DX 18-135/3.5-5.6G)
1: Summary 1-1: This is a positioning tool of the rear lens group holder for lens alignment, in order to secure the position for attaching the rear lens group temporarily. 2: Preparation 2-1: The following is used: Rear cover ring (JAA79651- Part no. :1K631-773) X 1 pc. Bayonet mount (JAA79471- Part no.: 1K404-173) X 1 pc. Mount rotation stopper screw (JAA79471- Part no.: 1K120-012) X 1 pc. 3-1: Put the bayonet mount as shown in "Fig. 1".

Put with the groove, in which the lock pin of camera body enters, just upward.

Fig. 1

3-2: Mount the reversed rear cover ring on the position of "Fig. 1", and attach them as shown in "Fig. 2".
Put with the groove, in which the lock pin of camera body enters, just upward.

Large notch of rear cover ring. Fig. 2

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JAA79651-R.3695.A 3-3: Turn the rear cover ring clockwise, which was attached to the bayonet mount. Then stop at the position as

shown in "Fig.3-1".

Fig. 3

Fig. 3-1

3-4: Fix the three locations of "Fig. 4" of the rear cover ring with the instant glue.

Fig. 4

3-5: Turn the bayonet mount over. Reinforce the three locations of "Fig. 5" with the adhesive to attach the bayonet mount and rear cover ring firmly.

Fig. 5

3-6: Attach the mount rotation stopper screw at the appropriate position.

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How to create Setting board of "Lens alignment chart" and "Viewer"

1. Summary 1-1: In order to get necessary data for lens alignment, this board is created to use for setting a special chart and light viewers (for chart illumination), while taking pictures of the special chart with a digital camera. 2. Preparation 2-1:Prepare a board (760 x 880 x 20 mm) or 2 package cardboard boxes (size 2.33). (Note) Because you have to cut out the shape to embed light viewers, choose package cardboard boxes (size 2.33) or material which can be easily cut. ref. Fig. 1 3. Procedure In this document, 2 package cardboards are used 3-1: As for the 1st flattened cardboard box (size 2.33), check the positions for embedding the light viewers, and cut out the shape at 5 locations (shaded parts/size 154 x 245 mm) as shown below. ref. Fig. 2 (Note) Cutting the shape slightly smaller than the actual size of viewers makes it easier to fit the positions of viewers tightly. 3-2:Put the 2nd flattened cardboard box (size 2.33) and the above cut-out 1st cardboard together as one, and fix them by taping at 4 sides. ref. Fig. 3 3-3:Then as for the 2nd flattened cardboard box, cut out the shape again by matching the cut-out size of 3-1 for each viewer. ref. Fig. 4 3-4:Reinforce the edges of cut-out parts with tape. (Note) To prevent viewers falling off, secure them with tape around the edges. ref. Fig. 5 3.5: Blacken around the setting board (with black spray, etc).

880 154

380

245

100

145

105

To prevent viewers falling off, attach Velcro tape on the back of

380

245

the cardboard. Inthis document, 2mm-width hook and loop fastener is used.

190

500

190

4. Prevent Viewers from falling off (In this document, 2-mm width Velcro tape is used.) 4-1: As shown above, when viewers are embedded, secure them with square pieces of Velcro tape (hook and loop fastener) on the back of the cardboard to prevent viewers falling off.

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Fig. 1- Prepare two package cardboard boxes, and flatten them as below. Fig. 2 - As for the 1st flattened cardboard box, cut out the <154 x 245 mm sized> shape at 5 locations.

Fig. 3-Package cardboard boxes Put the 2nd flattened cardboard boxe and the1st cut-out cardboard together as one as shown below.
Fix them by taping at 4 sides.

Fig. 4-As for the 2nd flattened cardboard box, cut out the shape in the same way as Fig.2. Allcardboards are cut out as below. Cut out by matching the size of the 1st cutting.

Fig. 5- Light viewers are embedded.)

(Fig. 6- Setting board is blackened with the chart being attached.)

To prevent viewers falling off, secure the viewers with tape around the sdges.

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JAA79651-R.3695.A Aberration compensation data writing adjustment This adjustment uses the software which calculates the aberration compensation data according to

the feature of lens aberration and writes in EEPROM of the lens, in order to improve the accuracy of autofocus. Note: This adjustment is necessary when the main PCB and/or each lens part (glass, lens chamber) is replaced or when each lens part is disassembled. Be sure to make this adjustment after completing inspecting and adjusting the main PCB. (1) Preparation Test chart (Self-made tool: ref. Procedure for how to create it.) Tripod D100 Personal computer USB cableUC-E4 Adjustment software (LWM.exeused for the lens optical alignment.) (2) Procedure for how to create Test chart Photocopy the next page and cut out 1 target chart and 5 resolution charts.

Target chart

Resolution chart

As shown below, put each chart in position at the specified spacings. Note: Only in the center, put the target chart on the central resolution chart.

+56m

+28m

0m 45mm 45mm -56m 300mm 45mm

45mm

-28m

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Target chart

Resolution chart

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(3) Writing aberration compensation data Prepare a camera (D100). Set the "Exposure mode" to "A", the aperture to "full" and "Focus mode" to "S". On the shooting menu, set the "Image quality mode" to "FINE", "Image size" to"L", "WB" to "Preset", and "ISO" to "200". Set up the camera (D100), in which the lens to be inspected is fit, on the tripod. Set the focal length to 135 mm, and the distance between the test chart and camera (CCD face) to 5.4 m 2 cm.
(CCD-face position)

Test chart

5.4 m 2 cm

As shown below, set the center of the focus area on the chart within viewfinder.

Target chart

Resolution chart (Within viewfinder)

Connect the PC and camera via USB cable. (Camera setting: Mass storage) Start the adjustment software (LWM.exe).

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Confirm that "AF-S 18-135/3.5-5.6G" is selected on "Lens select" screen. Click "OK".

Click the "Defocus rectify..." button.

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Click the "JPEG Shot" button.

The shutter is released after the AF operation. The shot image is automatically displayed on the PC screen. Scale the image to 100% and check which chart is in focus of the 5 resolution charts. Caution: Because this lens has a deep focal depth even if the aperture is fully open, when looking for the center of focus, compare two distant charts between which there are two or more charts.
56 56

28

28 0

Input the value of the focused position into the entry field. e.g. The below is the case when " 56m" of the front focus side is in focus.

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Set the focal length of the lens to 18 mm, and the distance between the test chart and camera (CCD face) to 72 2 cm. Perform the operations from to of the previous page.

Check that the values of all the focal lengths are displayed within the dotted red circle. Then click on "Rewriting".

When "A compensation value is written in." is displayed, click "OK".

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The reconfirmation screen is displayed. Click "OK".

An hourglass is displayed on the screen, and writing starts. The below screen is displayed after a few seconds. Turn camera OFF and turn it ON again. Click "OK", and the adjustment software restarts. Note: Unless the camera is turned off once, the value that was written in EEPROM is not reflected.

When the adjustment software restarts, perform the operations from to again. Check that "0m" of the AF position is in focus. (It is also possible, after Wide-side shooting of , to take the Tele-side shooting of .) If "0m" is not in focus, repeat the operations from to . If it is not still in focus even after repetition, the written value in EEPROM may be abnormal. So click "Design value Rewriting" to write the initial value, then proceed with the operations.

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Zoom encoder Contact FPC

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Absolute focal distance encoder

FPC with MR senor M/A switch

Magnetic tape To unit SWM

CN connecting (Face side) CN connecting (Face side)

CN connecting (Face side)

Red Black

Connecting FPC Connected with soldering Connecting FPC

CN connecting (Reverse side) Motor drive PCB CN connecting (Reverse side) CN connecting (Reverse side) MA8A PCB CN connecting (Face side) White CN connecting (Face side) CPU PCB

To Lens unit GND

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Sketch drawings

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 TOOLS
RJ RJ No. J19002 NAME OF TOOL BACK FOCUS COLLIMATER LT-500S

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NEW TOOL OTHERS

J18028

LENS ADAPTER FOR FOCUS TESTER

J9001-5N

DC REGULATED POWER SUPPLY 5A AF-S 18-135 ADJ.FD FOR AF-S 18-135 (IBM 3.5)

J18411 J18004-1

STANDARD GAUGE FOR J18004

J15306-1

AF-I LENS COMMUNICATION BOX(CE)

J15307

COMMUNICATION ADAPTER FOR AF-I

J11341

GMR output inspection tool

J11332 J11336 J11335

1 WRENCH FOR 1G AF-SVR18-135 WRENCH FOR 2G AF-SVR18-135 WRENCH FOR 2G RETAINNER RING AF-SVR18-135

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NEW TOOL RJ RJ No. J11333 J11334 J18413 RJNo.is not available J5400 3 WRENCH FOR 3G AF-SVR18-135 4 WRENCH FOR 4G AF-SVR18-135 18-135 ADJ.FD (LWM)FOR 18-135 ALIGNMENT LEAD FREE SOLDERING IRON RMA02(M705) 0.5MMX500G ECO SOLDER RMA02(M705) 0.5MMX500G J19125 ( ) LENS ALIGNMENT EGNIP FOR PERIPHERY Ver.1.00 NAME OF TOOL OTHERS

J19127Q J19128

18-135 ATTACHMENT FOR HOLDER 18-135 LENS ALIGNMENT CHART

J19128A

J19128 LIGHT VIEWER (J19128)

J19129

LENZ ALIGNMENT EQUIP.SLIDE RAIL

J11340 RJNo.is not available I-40

BRUSH POSITION SOUP STOCK TOOL OSCILLOSCOP GREASE FOR AF LENS

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NEW TOOL RJ RJ No. MZ-800S NAME OF TOOL DRY SURF MZ-800S OS-30MF DRY SURF OS-30MF G92KA G92KA OTHERS

GP-1RS RR

GREASE GP-1RS RUBBER GREASE RR

NKS211SP J19001

POINT OF CONTACT LUBRICANT NKS211SP =600mm SIDE COLLIMATOR

RJNo.is not available

STANDARD BODY MAGNIFYER DG-2

RJNo.is not available

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