A Six Dollar Fix
We googled the error code, and found serveral places with instrutctions for a do it yourself fix. The problem we were having is often caused by dirt getting behind the the silver plate of the lens. Figuring we had nothing to lose, Tim took the camera apart to clean it. It fixed the problem - for about a day.
Taking it to a repair shop would cost more than a new camera. We really do not have money in the budget for a new camera. I know that a camera is not trully a need, but with Christmas coming a camera is pretty high on my list of wants. Needless to say I was a bit frustrated at this point, and just plain ticked that a camera doen't even last two years!
We started looking at cameras and debating whether we should get another basic camera or ask for money toward a camera for Christmas so we could get something a little nicer. Then my dad mentioned that they were having issues with their camera (same brand, different model) a while back, and they gave it to my niece. She put new batteries in it and it has been working fine ever since.
Our camera only has a the rechargeable camera battery, but we thought it was worth a try. Tim found a new battery for it for $6 (including shipping.) He put it in and it has been working fine every since. Sure beats buying a new camera, but what I want to know is why there isn't an error code letting you know the battery is not working right?!
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2 comments:
Wow, Stephanie, thanks for posting about that quick fix. When something goes wrong with my appliances, the first place I head is the "error code" section of the instruction booklet. I just had a pasta maker die that was given to us by a thrift store. The booklet had no problem description section. I took it apart and think the previous owners killed it before donating it. Ah well. Now I know what it looks like inside, right?
Becca
We've had similar issues with the tv remote and plug-n-play video games. They don't just die when the battery is low, they start doing wonky (yes, that's a real word) stuff. It's hard to know if it's the battery or something else. Of course, we always try the battery first. :)
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