REPAIR MANUAL

ELECTRONIC MODULES FOR USE

WITH POLAROID LAND SERIES 300
AUTOMATIC SHUTIERS
AUGUST 1972

POLAROID CORPORATION I REPAIR DEPARTMENT I CAMBRIDGE, MASSACHUSETTS

-
-
- INTRODUCTION

- I
This publication suppli~;additional information required to repair automatic
shutter Electronic Modu"s. These $hutters, and associated Electronic Modules
are used in the Polaroid ~ries 300 Cameras, 8$ shown in the following table:
-
i Module
Camera Model ! Shutter Type No.
-
315
320
388
386
12·13·14·15
12·13·14·15
325 389 12·13·14·15
- 330
335
340
362
381
383
12·13·14-15
12-13-14-15
5

- 350 384 3· 4· 6- 9
10-11·16

- The manual. which is to be used in conjunction with the Repair Manual on

Automatic Shutters dated May. 1968, is divided into four (4) sections.

Section 1- Explains the pr:inciples of operation of the Shutters, including both

- electrical and mechanical theory.

Section II - Reviews information previouslV released on the Series 100 ard 200

- Camera Shutters and notes the differences, principally product improvements.

between the various shuttel1,

- s.etion III - Provides identification information for all the Electronic Modules
used in the 300 Series Cameras and Shutters,

Sect10n tV - Gives troubleshooting and repair procedures f()f Electronic ModulM.

- including a Substitution Table, which provides interchangeability data.

- TABLE Of CONTENTS

Title Page

- I. PRINCIPLES Of SHUTTER OPERATION.

A. Mechanical Operatlon..
B. Electrical Action. . . •.
. •
.
1

- II. OIFFERENCES BETWEEN MODELS.

A. Similarities, . . . . .
B. Differences........
9

C. Color Coding . . .• .. 9

1. Control Shutter Speed • 9

2. Component Identification. 10

D. Shutter Aperture Operation • 10

- 1. Shutter Model 384. . . .

a. Aperture Wheel Operation
b. Scone Sele<:tor •
11

It
11

- III. ELECTRONIC MODULES..

A. Module Oporation . . • . .
S. Module CI.a$$ific3tion. • . •
. 13
13

13

1, Electronic Module Type t . 13

2. Electronic MOdule Type 2. 16

3, Electronic Module Type 3. 18

4. Electronic Module Type 4. 21

5. Electronic MOdule Type 5. 24

6, Electronic Module Tvpe 6, 25

1. Electronic Module Type 7. 26

- B. Electronic Module Type 8.

9. Electronic Module Type 9 . •
10. Electronic Module Type 10 .
29

29

30

11. Electronic Madute Type 11 • 31

12. Electronic Module Type 12 . 32

13. Electronic Module Type 13 • 35

37

- 14. Electronic Module Type

15. Electronic Module Type
t6. Electronic Module Type
14 •
15 .
16 •
39

40

IV. TROUBLESHOOTING AND REPAIR 41

A. Testing.. ... .. 41

1. Resistors and Capacitors •.• 41

a. ResistorS.. ...... . 41

b, Capacito~ . . • • . . . , . . 41

2. Replacing Resistors and Capacitors . 41

3. Transistors . . . . . • 41

4. lotegtated Circuits (I.e.) • 42

B. Interchanging MOdules . . . • . . . 42

C. Parts Information . . . . . •• • 47

1. Part. In Stock. .. ..... 47

2. Pam and Assemblies No longer Stocked 47

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- figure No.
LIST Of I~LUSTRATIONS

litle Page

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1·1
1·2
1·3
Basic Shutter Components
Cocking the Shutter •
· ·
·
·
· ·
Controlllng the Timing Switch.
1

-
14

1·5

1-6

Cocking the Slide . • ·

Tripping the Shutter.
··
·
·
Releasing the Opening Blade.
2

'·7
Schematic 362 Shutter . · 4

-
1·8

1·9

Magnet Holding Circuit.

··
capacitor Holding Circuit. ·
5

1·10
RC Timing CirctJit •
· ·Modules
·· , 6

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2·1

2·2

2·3

Type List of Electronic

Photocell Color Chart ·
Capacitor Color Codes .
··
8

10

- 2-4

2·5

3·1

Aperture Wheel Operation ·

Capacitor Switch Rotor · · ·
Top View Module Type No.1.
Bottom View Type 1.
· 11

11

12

3-2
···· 12

- 3-3

3-4

3-5

E1ectrical Values &: Part Numbers Type 1

Schematic Type 1 .

·····
Top View Module Type No.2.
14

15

16

- 3-6

3-7

3·8

Bottom View Type 2

Schematic Type 2 •
· ·
·····
Top View Module Type No.3,
16

17

18

- 3·9

3·10

Bottom View Type 3,

Schematic Type 3 .
··
··
, ,
Electrical Values &: Part Numbers Type 3 •
18

19

. · · ··
· · . ,
3·11
, 20

3-12
Top View Module Type No, 4. · , 21

- 3·13

3-14

Bottom View Type 4 · ·

·· ·.··
Electrical Values &: Part Numbers Type 4 .
Schematic Type 4 . · ·
21

22

3-15
·· · 23

- 3,16

3·17

3-18

Top View Module Type No.5.

Bottom View Type 5,
····
Top View Module Type No,"a.
24

24

25

3-19
Bottom View Type 6 ·
· ·· 25

- 3-20

3·21

3·22

Top View Module Type No.7.

Bottom View Type 7.
·· , ,

Elec;trical Values & Part Numbers Type 7

26

26

27

3·23

3,24

Schematic Type 7 ,
··· ·
Top View Module Type No.8.
· 2B

29

3-25
Top View Module Type No.9. 29

3-26
Top View Module Type No. 10 30

3·27
Top View Module Type No.1 t 31

3·2B
Top V;ew Module Type No. 12 32

3-29
Bottom View Type 12 , · , 32

3·30
Electrical Values &: Part Numbers Type 12 33

3-31
Schematic Type 12 , · · · 34

3·32
Top Vi"" Module Type NO. 13 35

3-33
Bottom View Type 13 . ···.·.· , 35

 LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS (CONrOJ

F.,,,, No. Title Page

3-34
Schematic Type 13 • • . • • • • • . • 38

3-35
Top View Module Type No. 14 • • • • • ... 37

3-35
Bottom View TVpe 14. • • • • • • • • 37

3-37
Electrical Velue. & Part Number> Type 14. 38

3-38
Top View Module Type No. 15 • 38

3-38
Bottom View Type 15 • • • • 38

3-40
Top Vie... Module Type No. 16
40

4·1
Testing Resiston: . . . ~ 41

4-2
Testing Transistors . . . 42

4-3
Testing Integrated Circuits: 43

4-4
Substitution Tabje . . , . 44

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I - PRINCIPLES OF SHUTTER OPERATION
-
- The simplest explanation of the way aU camem
work is: a certain amount of Ught is allowed to
fal! on a photographic film for a certain amount
2, The aperture seiector controls tbe light enter­
ing the camera at any moment: the opening
blade beg;ns the exposure. the dosing bbde
- . of time. The amount of light is controUed by the
aperture (hole) in the camera shuuer. The amount
ends the exposure~ and the electronic module
circuits regulate the length of exposure time.
of time is controlled, in the 300 Series Polaroid
- land Cameras. by a photocell (electric eye) and
associated ele<:[ronic circuitry. When a shutter
is operated. the film is expO$ed to light. and the
3. To operate. the shutter must first be co<:ked
'by depressing the cocking arm (Fig. I~J). As

- Electronic Module measures the 'time of exposure'.

thereupon permitting mechanical action to close
the shutter after sufficient elapsed time.
- Since the shutteB described in this manual are
almost identical. the following mechanical and
electrical sequences win apply to all of them,
the arm moves, it pulls the cocking slide, which
in turn, pulls the opening blade to its opernting
position. While the opening blade moves. it
carries the closing blade along with it. When
the opening blade has been moved far enough,
a latch pin integral with it, forces the blade
latch down, until the pin passes a shoulder, on
the latch. As the pin slides beyond the latch
shoulder, the latch snaps up, securing the pin
and holding both shutter blades in the cocked

- A. MECHANICAL OPERA nON

I. Four basic assemblies (Fig. 1~1) fonn the auto­

matic camera shutter: the aperture selector.

position.

-
the opening blade, the closing blade, and the

electronic module.

- CLOSING

-
SLAOE

Af"fifnURE
SELECTOR

/
ELECTRONIC 1C::::::::::l~
{WliEfU
MOOULE

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FIG.1-1 BASIC SHUTTER MPONfNTS
4. WhiJe the shutter is uncocked. the blade latch
holds the timing swilOh (S2) open (FiJI. I-n
Cocking the shutter causes the 5eCUring of the
latch pin, and thereupon the blade latch allows ARM
the sptill,ll-Ioaded timing .witch to close, an ac­
tion necessary to start electronic circuit functions.

"""""'"
.RM

TIMING
SWITCH
(S2)

SHUTTER
<:;;;Jf-- REt-EASE
BUTTON
8ATTliflY
SWITCH
IS"
A further push on thC' cocking arm Jatches it in
th~' .;o.... l.,eu pOSltion (Fig. 141.

~ Wh,'n <;.0 wcured. the ovef{ravel arm is butted

flrmh ;q:;.un<1I the shoulder of the cocking pin,
lD turn, !or':lng {he clOsing blade tightly against
Ih~ ;"vq'h~r ot the electromagnet. With the over­
IrJ\~'i.Jfnt Io.:k~u, the associated spring is.
~lr~·!,·huL AI thl... pOInt. the shutter is c;;ocked:
Ih~' Itll"rlnl! 1,0,111 hl' . . omplcted by the return to
r\.·~l rn.,1l1<1ll nl Ill'.' ... trained spring.

{', ·lnpl'lll.!; J~'IHln 1;'q1. I-;;II~ begun by pushing

()'~ Ill, dlUU',r fv!l.':.!\I.' hutlOn. This is part ofa MAGNET
~J~I,· "'vll, 1mO Ih . . hody orth': Carn­
,j .... ~·!',r!:

er;.;:. \\h,tfl tlw hUHnn I~ pt"L'SSCO. the shutter­

rd . . ..:,~' {l!" h lor..:.:o >1!';JlnSt the battery switc;;h
lSI j\.I<,.. II1~ It J110 tnpplnj! th~' ~Iidt; latch.
q(j'lfi~ SJ ~"Ompkh:<' the t:ircliit. operates the
<kdFIIll.":';!;,'l ~ 111'.:11 nllw !lokI-.. Ih" do\inf! blade.
-
7. When the slide latch is tripped. the cocking slide 2. The mechanical action, of aU the Shutters
- releases; as the cocking slide returns to its rest
position, a roller contacts a tang on the blade
latch. and forces the blade latch down (Fig. l~).
concerned here, is virtually identical. The ele<?
tneal action is aiso the same as far as basic pur~
pose is concerned: the time and quantity mea~

- This action, first: releases the opening blade,

and it snaps into position, aUowing light to pass
through, exposing the film; secondly, pennits
surements of light. But increasing sophistica~
tion of design, and employment of miniaturized
components, has led to the developmenl of
the blade latch to open switch 52. Opening 52 many different electronic modules.
- initiates the electronic measurement of the
amount of light and time to which the film is
being exposed. The photocell uses the average

-
3. Electrical action will be described in detail with
scene light to control the: flow of current through respect to the ultimate purpose of the circuitry,
the liming circuit. When the proper time, de­ but without concentration on the specifiC uses
pending on fUm selected, and aperture size, has of components. The following section (Section

- elapsed. the magnet current is cut off. ThiS re­

leases the closing blade, which rapidly snaps back.
and shuts off the light, completing the mm
Ill) wiJl present detailed information. including
identification, and sufficient other data. to per~
mit field use of any Electronic Modules stOCked.
exposure.
- This contributes to economical. customer repairs,

4. The basic eJectronic circuit is a two (2) rransistor

-
trigger: it uses a photocell to control the length
of time that a small electromagnet is energized
(Fig. 1-5). Power for the circuit illustrated (Fig. ! 7)
-

is obtained from a 4.5 volt bauery. Later modules

use a 3 vol t type power source.

-
5. Electrical action requires the closing of switches;
S2 Grst~ and then, S 1. the battery power switch,
51 is closed by pressing the shutter release button.
-
When SI operates, power is applied simultaneous­
ly to two (2) circuits: 1) the electromagnet hold­
ing circuit, and 2) the capacitor by-pass circuit.
-
In the first circuit, current flows from the battery
(Schematic Fig. 1-7) through SI to one terminal
of the coil of the electromagnet M. and through

-
RI to the base of transistor Q2.

As the volta&e on the base of Q2 increases, the

8. The above action also fires the flash gun when NPN transistor turns on, because Emitter to
(ine is used_ The combination (Fig. lw2) of X~ Base electronic current flow begins. With Q2

- make. X~break., X~contact, X--connecter, and

Rash saft':ty switches controls the firing of the
flam.
"on", current now flows through the coil of the
magnet M, completing this circuit and holding
the closing shutter blade OPEN. See diagram.
Fig.. 1-8. for a representation of the described
current now_
B. ELECTRICAL ACTION
I, Electrical action is initiated. controlled, timed,
- and terminated by the Electronic Module sub­
assembly of the shutter. Mechanical action.
as previously described. is part of the overall
In the by-pass circuit, current flows (Ft" 1-9)
from the battery. through S I. photocelJ LDR. re­
sistor R6, and S2, to the other side of the battery.
electromechanical action_ Switches must first This completes this cjrcuit. and by-passes the com~
be opened or dosed in predetermined sequence ponents noted on Fig. 1-9, just sO long as S2 re­
in order to start the electric circuits functioning. mains clOsed.
3
 +
R,
4JSV 1 _
LOR

I 1'::=:- ~
. S3
-------- _ .A Ie -
He I R.
R. L
I
------...:~R3
R. '. R7

FIG.1-7 SCHEMATIC 362 SHUTTER

7. When 51 is closed, and the shutter simultan­ components. Si.nce direct current cannot flow

- eously tripped, the blade latch opens 52. With

S2 open. the timing circuit by-pass is removed,
and timing begins. Current now flows through
through capacitors. the function now changes
to voltage, which charges the capacitor, or re­
sistor/capacitor combination, selected by rotor

- SI, photocell LOR, and the selected timing switch, 53, on the reverse of the aperture wheel.

-
-
-
- @-+
BATTERY

- s,

FIG. '·a MAGNET HOLDING CI RCUIT

-
BYPASSES TIMING CIRCUITRY,INCLUDING Cl THRU C4, R4· RS· R7· RS

-
ttB-4
BATTERY PHOTOCELL
--.e.g BATTERY

s, S2
CAPACITOR BYPASS CIRCUIT

FIG. '·9 CAPACITOR HOLDING CI RCUIT

5
8. With, for example, capacitor CI (Fig. HO)
being charged, the charging rate wiD be deter­
mined by the amount oflight .triking the LDR.
The photocell now acts as a variable resistance;
if the light shining upon it is dim, its resistance
wiD be high, it wiD pass less CUmllt, and the
R.c time wiD be longer. Consequendy slow­
ing the closing of the shutter, and allowing
more film expOSUre time~ In the same manner,
various combinations of RC circuitry ~ workin,
with the selected aperture wheel openings. win
produce various rime delays. With Q2 "orr'.
the magnet can nO longer grip the shutter dOlr
ing blade, so the blade snaps back, closing off
the light and completing the exposure.
I'HOTOCELL
~ ~,.({(~-+·I ~~-}q
.
51
4 ,..«([[~ ... '-<ff[{({((("'­
L--1~. ~
01 01
~ ~J ~~--"".C®---J
1----•• ~
COLLECTOR
Ql ON TURNS Q2 Off. RELEASING MAGNET HOLD
02 OFF
FIG 110 Re TIMING CIRCUIT
9. The rmaJ action, to complete film exposure
and reset the camera for the next picture­
taking operation, is remoyaJ of pressure on the
shutter release button. This happens: very
quickly, Sl opens. and all power is off. Re­
cocking of the shutter before the next picture
discharges CI and all components .... ready
for the next sequence.
NOTE: In tlte {lash operation. switch S, (Fig.
1-]) Is c&ned when the shutter Is cocked. while,
at the same time. switch 51 is allowed to open.
When the .hutter Is tt/pped. the ope,.~ Mzde
_e.
cJom S1' S. being heJd closed becau.se the '/'nIJI'"
net circuli", Is Immobilizing the clo.ri1lll
. 52 OPEN IBREAICS BYP_I
( BATniRY
fti R2
Cl {CHARGINGI
6
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to. 54, of the schematic. is a flash compensation
- Both swUches closed. activates the Model 268
/14sh gun if one Is plugged il1; otherwise, when
switch. Inserting the flash gun probe causes
54 to open, thu$ placing R4 in series. widl C3,
and R7 in series wi[h C2. consequently increas-­
the magnet is deenergized, S. opens and breaks
- the continuity ollhe flash circuit; there is thl4.
no wnger possibility of a preTMture ruing of
ing the charging times of C2 and C3. Increasing.
these RC times. overcomes the tendency of the
Shutter to dose 100 quickly because of the in­
the f/4sIt. tense light from the flash.
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-

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FIG. 2 I TYPE LIST OF ELECTRONIC MODULES
I Type Shunt" CillI1l'td ~~~~~~r~m. I T~~ I~~~~---
~---
- Semiconductor I\tIm.oo

1 01!?. gm f:lAt'!.I?_ Transistor Of/gltw'

7 ~ - -_ ..
36/1'\ ­ 250 !"!~~~___ _____ Tfansi$tOf C5 addbd to' TYpe 1
J 364 HAND Transistor R9 added to Type 2
, 384
:JS(1
~O _ ___ HAND integrated Cireuit Orioinall.C. Tvpe
5 ~83 _. __ ._. _._A:4fL _._ Automahc Tr;,f\$isttif Auto _titan of TVpe 1

c---:--.. ...-- ..
(i JB4
----1-····- ..- 3S0..- . Automatic
. ... Tran5istor Auto wn:ion of Type 3
~ ______ .. 374 ___ .. 2('H___ _ HANQ______ Transistor CldeletedfromType2
~_____ ._ 362' .__ HID .. __ ___ _____ H~ND TrartsittOl' 1 0.92 Tr80listor inTVD&l
9 ,. 384 350 HAND Tremistor I,Q,~I~~~I~~JIl:Type3
10 384 350 Automatic Traos~tor R9location to between Aa&Ol
II 3'84 3SJL______ r" AutOmatic TransistOr R91s: Pad on reverse R3
12 366 103,________ HAND Transistor Original
13 366 103 HAND Tran'Sinot ' C2 added to Type 12 I
14 38e 32fL. _____ I-- Automatic Tr8n$lltor Auto Version of Type 12 I
~ 15 386 32!L~~~~~. Automatic traniistOf C2 added to typo- 14
16 384 35Q~~~~~. HAND__________ !~~!'srllted Circuit I.C. In second location and R9 deleted

I---+----f---...... 1-1 --1----1--4-----1---4----------1

I---+----f---..... 1-1 -1------1-4-----+--1--------\

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II - DIFFERENCES BETWEEN MODELS

-
- This review includes 100. 200. find 300 Series Cameras.

- A. SIMILARITIES
t. The mechanical operations previously explain­ 3. The Table, Fig. 2-1. shown on opposile page,
ed apply generally to all the shutters with slight is a compilation of the information presently

- differences to be herein described. Because the

Model 362 Shutter is the original, and all others
are variations and improvements. on that shut­
available on aU electronic modules now, or
previously used, on the automatic shutters for
pack cameras.

- ter. the previous discussion in Section J, is basic­

ally. a fu11 treatment of the Mode1362 Shutter.
If more precise and detailed mechanical action
The remarks column briefly describes tbe
changes made. The text develops the differences

- knowledge (assembly and disassembly) is de­

sired, refer to the Repair Manual on Automatic
Shutters, Models 362, 366 and 374, published
May 1965.
in more detail, and will indicate which modules
are interchangeable and what~ if anything, has
to be done to them) to substitute one type for
another.

- C. COLOR CODING
I. Control SIIul.... Speed

- 8. DIFFERENCES
I. From I"e Model 362 to the Mode13S9 Shutters
the main difference is not mechanical. it is elec­
a. Color coding of transisto~. photocells. capaci­
tors" and resistors is used for two (2) purposes.
One is to positively identify a component for

- trical. The mode1385 Shutter is fully explain­

ed in the Model 360 Camera Repair Manual, so
it will not be considered in these instructions.
ease of replacement. The other is 10 system­
atize replacement of components when shutter
speed is to be increased or decreased. Use the
color code to go up or down in speed. These
By virtue of changing.. and adding or subtl'3cting coJor codes are used only for photocells and
components, the integral Electronic Modules, C3tH'CitOrs. The photoceU color chart is illus­
have been refined so that approximately six­
trated in Fig. 2w2. Capacitors use exactly the
- teen (16) varieties now exist. The variations
for the most part are minor. bUt the physical
pIacement of components on the board, the

- size and number, the identifyIng color codes.

and the different flexible circuit solder points.,
are possible problem factors.. The changes were
occasioned by other changes in the cameras
themselves: $Uch as: adding an electronic timer. aLUB
etc.
aLACK
RBa
- 2. To provide an answer for this problem and to
make it possible to substitute one module for VBLLOW
any or all of the others. is the purpose of this GRBaN
- manual. The method to be followed is: an ex­
haustive deve!opment of all significant infonna~
tion about tne modules: an arbitrary number­
WHITa
ORANGB
jng to be applied as a positive means of Type
identification. and separation; and. finally, pre­
cise directions as how to economically convert

- from one type to anotber. wbere interchange­

ability is simple and feasible. FIG. 2·2 PHOTOCELL COLOR CHART

9
 same colors but the fast, slow direction is re­
versed. A photocell of the same color as the
one replaced generally solves a problem of in­
correct trigger voltage. If it is necessary to use
cells of a different rating go down in color­
from blue to black - etc. to increase shutter
speeds; go up in color - from orange te white­
etc. to deere_ shutter speeds.
b. Further shutter speed control is possible by
changing capacitance values. Use the same
scheme, Fl" 2~2, but reverse the directions:
e.g., go up in color - from orange to white ­
etc. to increase shutter speeds; go down in
color - from blue to black - etc. to decrease
shutter speeds.
2. Component Identification
a. Color coding of components, solely for ease
of replacement and identification, is more
complex. The method used originally on the
362 shutter is illustrated in Fig. 2-3 and explain-­
ed as follows: capacitors; the first stripe (neal'"
est the positive lead) is used to denote the color
group to which the capacitor belongs; the se­
cond stripe indicates its schematic reference
designation - C I. C~ etc. Resistor color bands
are industry standard indicating resistance values
and toferance percentages,
b. Unfortuna(ely. this type of component color
coding, did not remain constant with product
improvement and other engineering changes.
~ew styli: c4pacitofS are used in subsequent
models and <;e\'cro! additional ways of coding
wcft'de\'ised - wHh the flnal method, being
th..: pnnlmg: of the ;).clUai capacitance value, in
SLACK'" C1
-u
d
I Cl
~1I1-.
tL-l__
n
u_______
- C2~&~C~3~~7..~,
COLOR GROUP
F'G. '23 CAPACITOR COLOR CODES
microfarads. on the side of the component. On
these types. the rounded end indicates the posj..
tive lead. When a problem exists because of
strange or mixed color coding, reference rnu&t
be made to the associated Electrical Value Table,
(EVT). See Fig. 3-3 while reading _ p h c
following.
c. The color wigned to the photoce1l is goveminJ;
road the table homontally, belinning with the
first column photoce1l cOOelot .. ZABCDEF.
and continuing to the ri&b.t. The color codes
as wen as the component parameter value is
given. Simply replace the faulty part with •
piece of the same numerical value: lOmicro­
farad capacitor, etc. The photocen. ca.p8(litor.
and resistance values are au interdependent and
so grouped.
D. SllUITER APERTURE OPERATION
Refer to the Manual on Shutter Operation for •
complete description of the operation of the
aperture wheel on the 362 Shutter.
The identical information applies to the Shutters
tabulated in Fig. 2-1. Also, the same information
applies to tneType 366 Shutter. This manuol is
concerned with the mechanical and elexUical <fP'"
eration of shutters not previously covered in the
aforementioned document: basically. the 384
Shutter. along with the 383 and the 386. Since
the 384 is the mQSt complex; it will be the only
type discussed.
REO. C2 & C3 GR:EEN .. C4
Dill...
_1__________
'
_...J
' 1_--:--
__C4____
DIII...
......!.4U
-'f 1 I
+
10
 I. Shutter Model 384
a. AJIer"'"' Wheel Operation
COMMON
L The only additional mechanical information
needed is aperture wheel utilization. There are
eight (8) holes (apertures) in the wheel, arrant
ed in sets of two (2), one large. one small; each
set is. used for one of four different film speeds.

- Manual rotation of the aperture wheel positions.

one of the :sets of openings in front of the shut­
ter ~ the other aperture of the set is selected by
the scene selector slider (Fig. 2-4),. A detent
block and spring stops the aperture wbeeJ
after each turn, and a readout actuator and
actuator detent spring. secures the wheel at

-
each position.

-
ACTUATOR
OETENT
OETENT

BLOCt(

- APERTURE
WHEEL

-
- 3. As the wheel is rotated throuylt the various
aperture positions. the capacitor ,"witch rotor

-
SCENE
SELECTOR
SUCER
connects the contacts on one of four (4) com­
binations. The combination connected
through the rotor, selects the RC circuit which

-
FIG.2-4 APERTURE WHEEL OPERATION
will be used in shutter timing.

,lbe values of the capacitors are diff~rent. their

- charging rates vary; the photoceU resistance

varies with the light falling on it: and. finaUy.
lixed resistance values are selected according
to RC timing needs~ 'The combination of these

- :;:, There are four (4) exposure time circuits when

fhe same light level is used in testing. Under
actual use conditions. the photocen is an in~
factors determines exposure times of the shutters.

-
finitely varying resisrance. and the range of b. _ _IOI'
exposure times is unlimited. Connection to
each of the Resistor-CapacitoT (Re) time cir­ I, The Scene Selector slider selects one of the two
cuits, is made by a four (4) position switch

-
(2l available anertures at each setting of the
Tot('Jf (S3) molded into the reverse of the aper­ wheel. lbe smaller aperture of ee:ch set of two
ture wheel. Fig. 2-5 is used forth. fastest films IASA3000 B & WI.

-
11
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o

C2

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FIG. 3-1 TOP VI EW MODULE TYPE NO.1

FIG.3·2 BOTTOM VIEW TYPE 1

11

-
III - ELECTRONIC MODULES

- A. MODULE OPERATION

- t. The Electronic Module is the heart of the

e1ectricweye, automatic exposure shutter. The
'basic principle of operation of all shutters is
data herein. a satisfactory repair may he made
by using a commercial equivalent. if the Pola·
roid part is not availab1e. Thit; \I.-ill experlite
identical - both mechanically and electrically_ repair and permit of component rcplaccIT!l!!"L
The idea is to open the shutter. allow it to re­ rather than more costly. module exchlnj!c ..
main open, exposing the rdm. and shut it at a saving both time and money.
precisely measured time increment. The shut­
S. Seven (7). of the si<teen (16) type.' of 'dodules
- ter opens and closes at the precise time requi....
ed by the light conditions and the type of film
available. The operator has only to select the
previously tabulated t may be used in:l J1it4
. Shutter - types 3~4- 6 - 9., 10- 11 :t'"!d I .....

type of film bein, used and set the scene selec­ These will he covered and exp1ain~'(! '" 11:':.111

- tor; the rest is completely automatic. in the following breakdown of ElectrnRl<.:

Modules bef!inning with Type 1, tbe ori2inal

2. The following is a compilation and analy~is of 362 Shutter module.

- infonnation necessary to repair or replace com~

pOnents in any of the Electronic Modules used
in all Cameras of the 100.200 or 300 Model
Series. B. MODULECLASSmCATION
1. _ n i c Module Type I
3. The data is presented as roll~: the assi~ed
This(F~. 3·1. 3-2) is the rust module to "" U"',
Module Type number: a top view of compon­
- ent layout; a bottom view of the boord. show­
ing solder connections: an Electrical Values
Table with part numbers; and an Electrical
in tbe original pack camera and is included here lor
comparison and reference only. Complete inf('lr~
mation~ including electrical and mechanic" timc­
lions.. is available in the Repair Manual for 362.
- Scbematic to facilitate troubleshooting and
circuit tracing.
366 and 374 ShutteB. published in May 1968.
The Eeetric;d values (PM'3.meten) of the compotl~
ents are tDven in the foltow;ng uble (Fig. J..3l.
4. Many of these modules are now out of rroduc~

- tiOn and are not stocked. However. with the The electrical Schematic is shown in Fip,. 3-4.

-
-

", .
 FIG.3·3 ELECTRICAL VALUES 8t PART NUMBERS TYPE 1
Photocell RMillort C81!.clton

-
V.'UII in Ohm. Vatu. In Mtcroflf8dt
V.lul in Cl C2 C3 C4
- -­ -
SchematiC Rei

Pari Number
LDR
155249
K Ohms RI/RJ R2 R4 RS R6 R7 R8 MinIMu Min Mln/MlllII:

--_._----­ - - ~n Pi5153 165149 155150 155151 155152 160408 155145 165146 165141 155148
Lalol Group! Color Nole 1
-­
Z Blue 15.11 17.20 10K 1800 68K 120 3300 120K .191 .220 2.03 2.33 14.0 18.0
A Black 13.20 15.10 10K 1500 56K 100 3300 120K .220 .252 2.33 2.8B 16.0 18.6
8 R.d 11.50 13.19 10K 1200 47K 91 2700 lOOK .252 .290 2.68 3.07 18.5 21.2
C Yellow 10.00 11.49 10K 1200 47K 82 2200 82K .290 .338 3.07 3.63 2'-2 24.3
D Green 8.70 9.99 10K 1000 39K 68 2200 82K .338 .388 3.53 4.06 24.3 27.9
E White 7.60 8.69 10K 820 33K 62 1800 68K .388 .440 4.05 4.66 27.9 32.1
F Orange 6.60 7.59 10K 6BO 27K 51 1500 56K .440 .504 4.65 6.34 32.1 38.9
-­
r,.nsiltOf _.-
Sehemnic Ref 01 02
j;
Part Number 152553 152552
HFE (BETAI 200 001300II
-

1-­ - ­

NOTE I RI/R3;s a If1PlIf7IlS insert board RI variable 65 to 80 Oh"", R3 v.rlable 0I42K 0hmI
-
NOTE 2 Capa:iror C2 and C3 ate kJenricBl. Hllve.me MinIMax .,Bluft
- NOTE 3 The fix (6J digit numbers are Polaroid Part NumbMI

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2. _it Module Type 2

This Type (Figs. 3·5, 3-6) is identiad to Type 1

._pl that C5 - .05 microfarad - is added in

Values and Part Numbers lin' used. The slightly
changed Electrical Schematic is shown in Fig. 3-7.
parallel to the. llI"",et coiL 'The !!!'Ie Electriad The part number for the added C5 is 155162.

FIG.3-6 TOP VIEW MODULE TYPE NO.2

FIG. 3-6 BOTTO~l View TYPE 2

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17

3. _ n ; ' : Module Type 3
.. This Is the first Electronic Module designed
specifically for the 384 Slrutter in the Model
3S0Camer.l(Figs. 3-8,3-9). The Type 31s hand
assembled and yirtually identical to Type 2.
The difference is the addition of resistor, R9 ­
39 ohms - electrically ps,allello polentiometer
RJ. This rcslstor, used with • three (3) yolt
power source, reduces the resistance of Rl.
thus pennitting more c"monl now througb the
transistors.
b. This ciJ<:uit change .... brougbt aboul by usbrg
alifty_en (51) ohm magnet coil in some
VIEW MODULE TYPE NO.3
COMMON
FIG,3,9 BOTTOM VIEW TYPE 3
18
Shutters, particularly the 366 in the Model 100
and 200 Series and in the 384 Slrutters of the
Model 300 Series Cam.....
In summary, th.... are tbre. (3) cbaRges from
the original Type 1. The transistors are differ­
ent, changed from the melallic can type .as.,
10 a plastic encapsulated package - . TO 92
size; and both C-S and R9 are added. In this
case, as in Type 2, Electrical Values and I'Iut
Numbers are the same except as noted
(Fip. 3-10, 3-11).
FU,SH SOCKE T
 I ( I , , I I ( I I I

FIG.3·10 ELECTRICAL VALUES & PART NUMBERS TYPE 3

Photocell AelilCon Capacitors

Values in Ohms Valul' in Microfarads
Value In Cl C2 C3 C4
Schematic Ref. LOR Kohmo R1/R3 R2 R4 R5 R6 R7 R8 Min/Max Min Ma. Min/Mal(
-
Part Number 278841
146777 155153 155149 155150
155151
155152
160408
155145
L15ll46 155147
155148

Color Group & Color

Note 1

Z Blue
15.11 17.20 10K 1800
68K 120
3300
.20K .191
.220
2,03 2.33 14.0 16.0
A Black 13.20 15.10 10K 1500
56K 100
13300
120K .220
.252
2.33 2.68 16.0 18.5
8 R,d 11.50 1J. 19
10K 1200
47K 91
2700
lOOK .252
.290
2.68 3.07 18.5 21.2
C Yellow 10.00 11.49 10K 1200
47K 82
2200
82K .290
.332
3.07 3.53 21.2 24.3
D Green 8.70 9.99 10K 1000
39K 68
2200
82K .332
.382
3.53 4.05 24.3 27.9
E White 7.60 8.69 10K 820
33K 62
1800
68K .382
.440
4.05 4.65 27,9 32.1
F Oran~ 6.60 7.59 10K 680
27K 51
1500
56K .440
.504
4.65 5.34 32.1 36.9

Transistor

Schematic Ref.
Ql Q2 C5 R9
-0
-
Part Number 270766 270767
270629 .05 ufs) 252769
390hms
Color Code
White HFE lSelal 200 Min
Range
Brown HFE (Bela)
Range 200/300

NOTE' R 1/RJ i. a separate insert board. R 1 varisble 65/80 ohms. RJ vsrisble 0/42 K ohm •.

NOTE 2 CafJllClror. C2 and CJ are identical. Hsve same Min/Max values.

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20

- 4. EIoctronlc: Module Type 4

- This Module incorporates the first Integr.Jt"ed

Circuit (I.e.) (Figs. 3-12,3·13). Using an I.e re­
duees the number of discrete components. to twelve
-
(12) mounted on the print circuit board. Resistors
R 1 - R2 - R3 and capacitor C5 are eliminated.
Electrical Values and Part Numbers (Fig. 3~ 14) and
Schematics (fig. 3~15) are also changed.

-
-
- o
-
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- FiG.3·12 TOP VIEW MODULE TYPE NO.4

- COMMON

-
-

FIG. 1 OMVI Y 4
21
 FIG.3·14 ELECTRICAL VALUES Be PART NUMBERS TYPE 4
-------.
-­ Photocell Resistors CII*lton
- Values in Ohms V"u. in Mlcroflred.
Value!n Cl C2 C3 C4
Schematic Ref. LOR K Ohms R4 R5 R6 R7 R8 R9 MinIM." Min M.. MinIMax
Part Number 278841 155149 156150 156151 156152 160408 252769 155145 155146 155147 165148
Color GrouD & Color
A Brown S.6K 200K 360 8.2K JOOK 47 .073 .083 .769 .883 5.31 6.11
8 Blue 15.14 17.40 4.7K IBOK 300 B.2K 300K 47 .083 .096 .883 1.01 6.11 7.00
C Black 13.20 16.14 3.6K leOK 270 6.aK 240K 47 .096 .110 1.01 1.17 7.00 6D6
0 Red 11.SO 13.19 3.6K 15aK 240 S.6K 200K 47 .110 .126 1.17 1.34 6.06 925
E Yellow 10.00 11.49 J.OK 130K 200 S.6K 200K 47 .126 .145 1.34 1.54 926 10.6
F Green 8.70 9.99 2.7K lOOK 180 4.7K 180K 47 .145 .167 1.54 1.77 10.6 12.2
G White 7.60 8.69 2.2K 62K 150 3.9K lOOK 47 .167 .191 1.17 2D3 12.2 13.8
H Oranoe 6.60 7.59 lo8K 68K 120 3.3K 120K 47 .191 .220 2D3 2.35 13.8 15.7
I Violet I.SK 56K 100 3.3K 120K 47 .220 .262 2.36 2.68 15.7 18.1

""
Integrated Circuit
Part Number 251452

NOTE f: C2 & C3 are identical, Have same Min/Max values,

 I , I I I I I I I I ' ! I I I

5,.

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V" tOR

Re

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COMMON
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6
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3V
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v V fl •
fie
:~.C =~-C2 =~-C,
c. a
"2
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4
~R4 >

FIG.3·15 SCHEMATIC TYPE 4

 S. Eleetronic Module Type 5
This Module is identical to the original Type I
but it is a machine assembly. Consequently. a
new flexible circuit (Figs. ),,16, 3-17) is also used.
tors are here positioned on opposite sides of the
printed circuit board; they are also the mailer
size TO 92 plastic encapsulaled versltlns.

The physical sil:e and location of the transistors Electrical Vldue and schematic number is identic,

is also changed; as tbe top view shows, the transis- to Type L

FLASH

FIG.3·16 TOP VI W M DULE TYPE NO.5

,FLASH

PIN

, FIG.3,17 BOTTOM VIEW TYPE 5

24
- 6. Electronic Module Type 6

- This is identical to Type 5 but has added CS and

R9 with two (2) TO 92 type pla,tic (fig. 3-\8\
molded transistors. thus rna king it an auto version
Table (Fig. :H 0) and Schematic (Fig. 3·11 las.
Type 3.
This is a 384 Shutter module so observe power

- of Type 3. It also uses the same flexibie circuit,

(fig. 3·19) as Type 5; the same Electrical Values
supply and magnet coil information ;.tpplk:!ble to
Type 3.

-
FLASH SOCK£T

R3 RI

-
FIG.3-18 TOP VIEW MODULE TYP NO.6

-
-

FIG.3·19 BOTTOM VIEW TYPE 6

2S
7. Electronic Module Type 7 removed (Figs. 3-20. ),,21). The Electrical Values
l'his is used with the 374 Shutter and is identical (Fig. 3-22) and Sch.matic (Fig. 3-23) also change
to the Module Type 2 but has the CJ capacitor and are shown in the figures noted.

C2

o PHOTO CFl.C­

FIG. 3-20 TOP VIEW MODULE TYPE NO.7

FLASH

COMMON

FIG. 3·21 BOTTOM VIEW TYPE 7

 I I I I I
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F10.:I-22 ElECl'RICAL VALUES" PART NUMBERS TYpe 7

Photocell Reslrton c,padtol1i
~~--
_ ~~ __• -l---~~u" in Ohms ~~~I___r'V"''''''U'''''''i'':~~k1~~.~ ~" -~
Valu.ln I I C2 C3 C4
r Sehtmtuc R.f. LOR KOhms Al/R3 I R2 A4 AS RS R7 RS Min MIX MInIM••
Part Number '52948 14611711.51531155149115515011551611165152116040011 1651... 1155141 155148
COlor Group & Color Note 1

Z
A
Blue
Black
1\5. 11
13.20
111 ,2
15.10
I 10K
10K
1 1800
1500
1
19.5
BRed 21.2
C Yellow 24.3
D Green 8.70 1 9.99 I I 10K 1 1000 1 39< I 68 I 2200 I 82K II 3.53 I 4.05 I 24.3 I 27.9
~~L White 7.60 8.69 3 .1
F Orange _j,.60 1,69 36.9

N Schematic Raf. 01 1 02
'" PlrtNumber 152553 1152552
HF~Jjletal 200
HFE (Beta) 2OO/3(lO!

I- NOTE' RtlR3 is" sepaf1Jte insert board R1 vBliabte 65180 ohm. Rjl/llfiable 0/42 K ohms. I I
NOTE 2 Capac/ton C2 & C3 are identJcm. HaW! same MinIMax vaiL'«

I II I
I I II I I ~--1L---+1- - - - I
I 1+ II '1-1- - - - - I
1----41-+--1 I I ~..
1--­ i I u _ _
I u H I --j--- --+--I~-----l
uS I H I
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lOR T 11
M

11 Rt
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S3
2 1 R6 R2 ~ Q2\~
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00 RS RS
Qt,--~
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C3== C2 =;:: ~
52
.
C4 =.::­ 54
..J_ 8

R4 R7
--::-4.5V
--

FIG.3·23 SCHEMATIC TYPE 7

-

8. Electronic Module Type 8

- This Module is identical to Type 1 but bas two

(2) TO 92 size, plastic encased transistors (Fig.
3-24}. [verything else is unchanged. See infor­
mation on Type 1_

-
FLASH SOCKET

-
RI R3

o
-

-
o PHOTO CELL

FIG.3·24
TOP VIEW MOOUlE TYPE NO.8

9. Electronic Module Type 9

Identical to Type 8 but has CS and R9 added Type 9 - a 384 Shutter Modu'e.
(Fig, 3-25), All other infonnation the same as NOTE: The magn.et coil must be a 57 ohm model
Type 3. The addition of R9 makes this Module- and the power source must be 3 l'oils.

o PHOTO

29
10. Electronic Module Type 10
This Module is identical to Module Type 6 but
between R3 and Ql (Fig. 3-26). All other infor­
the physical position of R9 is changed to an area matlon is the same. See Type 6.

FLASH

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FIG.3-26 TOP VIEW MODULE TYPE NO. 10

30

-
11. Electronic Module Type II
- 1his Module is another version of Module Type 6
with the only difference being the type and loca­
tor pad moJded on the reverse side of the RI /R3
resistor hl$ert board. See Module Type 5 infor­
mation for all other de[a,ils. Part number for this.
tion of R9 (Fig. ),,27). In fhls case R9 is a resis- RI*R3 insett board is ~:203'>.f.
-

FLASH

R3

-
C2

-
C3

- FIG. 3·27 TOP VI EW MODULE TY E NO. 11

-
31
12. Electronic Module Type 12 details, see the manual referenced in Type 1 infor·
This Module is another original - the 366 Shutter malion. Flexible Otcuit (Fig. 3 29) Electrical
w

type - (Fig. 3-28) and is in<luded here only for Values (Fig. 3-30) and Schematic (Fig. 3-31)
completeness, For an mechanical and eiectrical drawings are provided.

FIG.3·28 TOP VIEW MODULE TYPE NO. 12

FLASH
pj'N SHlko

iWIPE~
+; -i !
POTtNTIOMt TER
(wHEl-I ADDEO}

FIG.3·29 BOTTOM V I E W ; ; T r ; Y i i p " E " 1 1 ' 2 ' - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - J

 I I I I I I I I I , I I

FlG.3·30 ELECTRlel\\. VALUES .. MRT NUMBERS TYPE~

PhotOClllI RnislOl'l c.-hor
V,lue. In Ohms V.lu .1nM'

Schematic RM. LDR

V.lu. In
KOhml ., R2 A3 "4 A6
Cl
Min Max
P,rt Number 15524. 168041 168042 16804 168044 16mm
Calor Group 8. Color
Z Blue 15.14 HAll 2.2K 27 22 120 3.3 2.ll3 2.33
A Stack '13.20 1&,14 27 22 100 3.3 2.33 2.68
B Red 11.49 13.20 3.3K 27 22 91 2.7 2.68 3.01
c Yeilow 10.00 11,49 3.3K 21 22 82 2.2 3.Q7 3.63
0 Green 8.70 10.00 2.2K 27 22 sa 2.2 3." 4."
e White 7.59 8,70 1.2K 27 22 62 1.8 4.08 4.68
F Oranoe 6.60 7.59 I.2K 27 22 Sl 1.5 4.66 5.38

Tranti.tol$
~
w Schematic Af,f. 01 .!l2.
PIIu Number 163071
HfE (Seta) Range
Orange 20014001
Green 100/200
Yellow 5011001
Whit_ 60/100
Blue 100/200
Red 200/400
- --­
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M

Rl 22000 ~
LOR
01

w
'" S3 33000
R5 R4 1200 R2 240

52
R3 220 +
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CIT B
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FIG. 3·31 SCHEMATIC TYPE 12

-
13. EJectronicModuleType 13'
- 'l'his Module is identical to Type 12 except for
the addition of C2, .OS microfarad. electrically
ient voltages which caused erratic operation of
electronic limen. AJI other specifications includ­
ing Schematic (Fig. 3-34) and Electrical Values
paraDel to the magnet cOil (Fig. 1-34). Thi, (Fig. 3-30} are the same as Type I~, Part num"
- module change was made to suppress high trans- ber for C2 is 171599.

-
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FIG.3-32 TOP VIEW MODULE TYPE NO. 13

-
POTENTlOM£T£R
(WHE'" AOtl£O}
FIG,3·33 BOTTOM VI EW TYPE 13
3S
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- 14. £Iectronlc Module Type 14

- 1'lm Module (Fig. 3-35) is an Automatic Insert

venion of the Type 12. Due to the automatic
method of assembly. the flexible circuit is chang­
ed (Fig. 3-36). A new, slightly varied Electrical
Value table (Fig. 3-37) Was devised, and tWo dif­
ferent photocells. may be employed. The Sche~
matico Parts numbers, and .aU other dNails arc
identical to Type 11,

-
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0
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FIG.3·35 TOP VIEW MODULE TYPE NO. 14

- PI"
FLASH
SHIELO

FIG.3-35 BOTTOM VIEW TYPE 14

37
 .,--~ ... - . ,
flG.331 elECTRICAL VALUES" PAAT NUMBERS TVPE 14
----­
____ .~hc?~~,!I! __,_. ___ ._,._..,". R.si$10U "",..I...
.--. ---­ --­ __.__ ~J_u~ J!"~Q.h"!L _____ ___ Y_lues in Microfarads -

Value i Cl
Schematic Ref, lDR K Ohms R, "2 R3 A4 A5 Mln/MI.
Part Numben 218841 16S041 168042 16jl043 16804_ lAAf171 ,6M4'
Color Group" Color
Z 81... 15.14 11.40 2.2K 2. 22 120 3.3K 2.ll3 2.32
A Black '3.:20 15.14 24 22 100 3.3K 2.33 2.81
8 . R.d 11••9 13.20 4.7K 2. 22 91 2.7K 2.88 3.08
C Yellow 10.00 11.49 1.2K 2' 22 ·2 2.2K 3.07 ,.,
0 Green 8.10 10.00 2.2K 24 22 66 2.2K 3.53 4.05
E White 1.59 8.70 1,2K 2' 22 62 1.fJK 4.06 4.115
F OtatlQe 6.60 1.59 4.1K 2. 22 51 1.5K 4." 5.36
-

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00
- Transi.tor,
SchematiC" Ae" 01 02
Part Numbert 163011 163072
Color eo. I.
HFE (80..1 Range
QrJ"",
G<e.. 100122
Yellow 5O/11(
White 50111
Blue 100/22 -
Red 3001.4
Brown 200/32d
i
-
15. Ele<troaic Module Typo 15
This ModWe is e_f1y the same as the Typo 14 same flexible circuit (FJI. 3~39)~ Electrical Values
- except for the addition of C2, .OS microfarad
eleet:rically panlIeI to Ihe magnet coil (Fir. 3-38).
AU other details are the same as for Type 14. The
and Schematic are used. (Note S:hematic is the
same as Type 13 wllh e2). Part number of C:! is
172599.

'LASH soc:ltET

-
Pl40TO etLL "

- IG.3-38 TOP VIEW MODULE TVPE NO. 15

FLASH

PUt. SHEL-D

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FIG. J. 9 BOTTOM VIEW TYPE 15

39

16. EIe<:tronic Module Type 16 so it can be considered as a Type 4 with R9 re­

There is no current information on this Module moved and the LC. in. s\iJhdy clifTeren' locatior
(Fig. 3-40). However. it was manufactured pre­ Use the Electrical Value and Schematic for Type
viously and may be encountered in the field. If 4 and repair should prove uncomplicated.

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FIG.340 TOP VIEW MODULE TYPE NO. 16

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 IV - TROUBLESHOOTING AND REPAIR
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This section is devoted exclusively to the trouble­
shooting. repair and adaptation of Electronic
Shutter Modules. Consequently, mechanical
troubleshooting and repair infonnation will not
be presented. For in depth treatment of mechani·
- cal aspects of Shutter operation, including trouble
investipting, see the Manual on Automatic Shutter
operation published. in May 1968.
A. TESTING
- 1. Resistors and Capacitors
Looking at the top of the module. the various
components are easily identified by shapes andl
or color markings. Resistors are long. tubular de­
vices.. with four (4) colored stripes around the
body: capacitors are of two types: one is similar
to the resistor shape, but has only 2 colors or less
- stripes. and may have one end rounded: the other
is a flat. disc"'5haped type. usually mounted
vertically.
3. Testing Resistors
Because resistors may be, and usuaUy are, electri­
cally in parallel. it is necessary to unsolder one lead
from the module in order to test it (Fig. 4-1).
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Place [he test leads of an ohmmeter. set at the
proper scale, on each end of the resistor. The
meter should register the approximate resistance
of the component being measured. If the meter
needle fails to move, the resistor is no good and
must be replaced. Similarly. if the needle registers
zero and remains there. the resistor may be short­
ed. To decide positively. chan~ the meter scales.
zeroing the needle for each range and retest. If
the result is still a meter reading of zero. replace
the resistor in question.
b. Testing Capacitors
Capacitors may be checked in a similar manner.
Unsolder either lead from the module. place the
probes of an ohmmeter. set at any scale, on each
lead of the capacitor. The meter needle will de-­
flect slightly and then. slowly. start to drop back;
this shows that the capacitor has been charged.
Reverse the probes on the capacitor leads. Now.
the meter needle must deflect fully, and then drop
back; this indicates capacitor discharge. The pre­
vious sequence is nonnal and usuaUy shows a good
component. If the needle deflects and remains
on zero, the capacitor is shorted and must be re-­
placed. If the needle does not move at aU, the
capacitor is open, and also, must be replaced.
2. Replacing Resistors and Capacitors
To replace any component soldered into the module.
the solder must be removed with a vacuum type
soldering iron - a so-called solder gobbler: this is
necessary to avoid damaging the flexible circuit.
When replacing a part, trim and bend the new leads
to match those of the part removed and insert the
leads into the same tenninal hole from which the
old component was removed. Solder the new
component in place.
3. Testing Transistors
Transistors are of several types, color coded as
previously explained in the Electrical Values
tables - generally identifiable by the three (3)
lead configuration - Emitter-Base-Collect.or
(E-B-C). The PhotoceU is unique and. therefore.
identification is no problem, as in the Integrated
Grcuit (I.e.).

Leads do not have to be unsoldered in order to

tt$t Tranmtors. Refer to the appropriate draw­
ing. for the solder points on the underside of the
modute. Locate the emittert base. and collector
leads. Set an ohmmeter to the RXI K scale and
pia"" the p<>sitlve (+) probe on the collector (0
and the neptive (-) probe on the emitter (E).
Place a nat~bJade screwdriver tip. across the posi­
tion probe and the transi.tor base (BUFig. 4-2).
The tnmsistor should switch ON. causing meter
needle movement. If no needle motion~ repJace
the transistor.

4. Testing Integrated CimIits (I.C)

A method. similar to the transistor test described
above. is used to test Integrated Orcuits. on a
G()'NO GO basis only. ThIs system wiH detennine
.,
EMITTER

that the LC. is operating. See Fig. 4-3 and proceed

as follows: connect the power fmm a 3 volt bat­
tery ~ or other direct current 3V (D.C.) source. to
the solder connections ,(Fig. 3-13) on the under­
side of the module. Observe the proper polarity,
the positive lead from the battery must be COrr
nected to pin 3 and the negative must be connect­
ed to pin 4 of the Le. To simulate an operational
signal use an ohmmeter. set the scale to RXI K
and use the ohmmeter leads as illustrated: the B. INTERCHANGING MODULES
positive lead. using a pin type probe. placed on Since all of the Electronic Modules used in the
the Input. pin 2 and the negative lead. placed On Camera systems are an outgrowth of the original
the Output. pin I. Observe thai the ohmmeter 362 Shutter Module, Type 1, it follows that
needle deflects and continues to move slowly. J( sli~t changes. s\lbstitutions or deletions may alter
the needle does not deflect. the I.e. is inoperative one configuration to another. Data on substitu­
and mu.'IIt be replaced. If the needle deflects Cull tion possibilities will be provided in the fonn of
scale aod remains at zero, the I.e. is shorted and a Table (Fig. 4-4). Study of the Table wiH reveal
must be replaced, exactly how to change one Module into another.
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 FIG 4-4 SUBSJlTUTIONTABLE
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FlOm
MaduieTy..
T.
SUBSTITUTION TABLE
MIthod To e. u.d To I
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NO"11f: Fint tH'IIIJ('t! fir« #II Elet;trit:I!iI Va/ull:ir." •
emnptIIringTI!bhI$~.,., Type lanbti~fO Type2,ete."
only /f.u_ .. fIw_.
_ _ by

Type 1 Type 2 Add C5 1.Il6 m_adl eIec\ricaIlV _lei m 1M E _

COIl. Refw to the underJWe dTwwing of Type 2' for solder c0nnec­
tion of C5.

Typel Add C5. Illllbove. p1U$ RS, 39 ohms, e'toctricallV ~Iet to R3.
A..... to thI underside dnawing of Type 3 for ~dIr ClO~
of C5 and Re. ChartgII fT'I.\IUI* to 57 ohms. eh.... brtWy to 3
wtt type.

Type 7 R....... _ClfTomIMTypel...-.lo. Adela;.

CI1ange _ _ mIM_", _ _ _•
Type 8

Type 9
_ _ _• Q\onge tht
CMngIi battery 10 3 volt type.
e_
Change b1h'\Sistol't III ..-etfied ebove and IhIb Idd C5 ... R9 ..
coli m. 51 ohm IV...

Type 2 Type 1 RerI'IOW CS.

Type 3 Add R9, 39 ohmt, electrically JMIlIIlei to R3. Refer to the under·
aide, flexlble. ein::ult, drtwing: far JDIdIr con~ to RS.

Type 7 Remove Cl4*!itor C1 from Type 2.

TypeS Chenoa bOth t'8l1Ntors to tb& JMstic encapIIUiIted dI"iety.

TypeQ Change tt8Niston • described above, far type 8, and alto I!IIdd
R9. described ebove. for Type 3. Chmp thiI ~ coli 10 a
57 ohm tYpe. Use only 3V powar.

Type 3 Type 1 Remove C5 Ind R9. Change magnet to 901l type and battery 10
4.5 voits.

Typa2 A.mow R9. Change trlIgf'I!8t to 90Sl type and blttery 11) 4.5 volts.

T..,.1 Remove RS.., C1. Change magnet to 901ltypt and bIItbWy to

4.$ -.;em.

TypoS RII1"!'iO¥4J C6 and RS and change trantmDh if ~ to the

plastic type. Change magnet to 90 ohm ceNt. U. with 4.SV
.".,,"'.
TypeS Type6 < Add R9. 39 ohm•• between the emitter of Cl2 ... thlbm.ery
negative connection. Refer to the undenide- f1exibfa circuit
drawing of Type 6. R9 is j)Olitioned ph'(licaUy in the diagOnSl
between C4 (-1 and 02, Add C6••05 mic::rahrad perallel to the
coil of ttMt magnet. See unckrrsid& flexible circuit dr'Iwing: Type 2.
Afm re(ll.ll,. 57 Ohm magnefand 3 VOlt fOUn::e.

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- From

TyS- 5 tcont'dl
Modu.. Type

Typo
FIG . 4-4 SUBSTITUTION TABLE (CONT'O)

to
To
SUIJSTlTUnON TABLE
Method To Ik Uttd To I -,..
Add As, 39 ohms parallel to R3 and C5 J)trallel to the ml9"'t

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coil. EX1cUy.u for TyPl 6 exoept for physicallocatfon of R9 on
ti'te' board, In this moduJe R9 is between 01 and R3. Other in­
stfueti('lnt, see Ty.- 6.

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TypaS TVPl 5
...
Remove R9 and C5 from Type 6. Chfngt magnet and b8Uery lU
"...

- Type: 7 Type 1 R.move C5 and Add Cl between '(he negathle P.C. connectIon artd
R3 neptive. See undenide tlmble circuit drawing of TyPl! "

- TYP'2

Type 3

Add Cl IUbow.

Add Cl as tM Type 2 abow and add R9. 39 ohms, ehtetrlcally

- p'nile! to R3. Refer 'to th4' topside drawing of Type 3, for the
ptWs1callocation on the board of R9 and Ct, and to the undel'$me
fkudble cin:uit drawing for the solder CQnnections. This modole

- operate1i only with a magnet ooil of 57 ohms resistante, sO the

magnet mUll.be be changed;
CAUTION: TheN c:hiItn9a requi,. a 3 ¥OIt power wmm. DO

- Type; 8
NOT lIM 4.5 volts.

Add Cl as abow and eM. both transistors to the plastiC encap.

$\Ilated type.

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Tvpe 9 Add Cl and R9 as instrUcted above. Change traMinon as f(')l'
Type 8, change electromagnet and obWfve CAUTlON note abow
[Type 3),

Type 8 Type 3 Follow exactly the $lime l70cedure 8l given in 'the Type 7 to Type

- 3 conve:n:ion eXtl!Pt that C1 illnthls module and does oot have to

be .dded. Again obsen/e the CAUTlON notice.

- T"", 9
The only dfHerenm bftWfJen Type 3 and Type 9 is the tramiltors.
Both modules empJoy plastic encapsulated transistors, but Type 3
has one si1. and Type 9 has another. These transistors- are ex­
changeable one for the other and mllY occesionaUy be found f().
gether on tM same module.

Type 9 Type 1 Remove C5 and R9. Change magnet ooil to 90 ohms. Use 4.5

- Type 2
volt battefy system.

Remove R9. Change magnet ooil as'or Type 1.

·Type 1 Remove Cl and R9. Change m,tgrult coil and ~ supply as

ootid al:lo>ee.

TypeS Same as for Type 1.

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 FIG. 4-4 SUBSTITUTION TABLE ICONT'O)

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ModuIoT... SUBSTITUTION TABLE

.......
T. ....Itwd To a. UHd To I~ '.1 1M• ,
Type 10 Type 6 _ C S .... R9. ~ ..........Bto90_tvllO ....
UM 4.5 wit power wppty. .
Type 11 TypeS Same IS for Type1!) to Type S eem"' Rot, ell4:lllrt tMt'tM "11
R3 InteI1 boan.f rr&IIt alto be changIJd 1D tN orionw part without
..... 119_ .....
Type., Type 13 Add C2 tltCtriwlty in PQlIeI to ""'In*t coil.

Type 14 Type1S Add C2 electric.tty in ....... to """I"It coil.

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C. PARTS INFORMATION

- I. Parts In Stock At:

Polaroid CJun«a Repair Headquarl...

89 Serond A...... - WaI'ham. M....

- Par' Numbers

EIe<tronic Mou_tina Blocks (Modules): 224230 271018 252175

Photocells: '. 155249 278841

Tntnsistors: 152553 152552 163071 163072

- CapadlOOl: 155145 155146 155148

- _10t1I: 155149
160408
168044
155150
220334
168077
155151
168041
146777
155152
168042
155153
168043

- I.......ted Circuit: 251452

- 2.1'1111& and A&w:mblies No Longer Stoclted

U..
- £lectroni.c Modules:
PartN....bers
153309
252174
224230
271018

- 155599
155549
224230
252175

- Photocells:
Transistors:
224922

270766
270767
278841

152553
152552

- Capacitors: 155147
270629
155146
Commercial Equivalent (e5)

- Resistors:

I.......ted Cirallt:
252769

252934 251452

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