Canon "infrared" Power Shot G6 7.1 Mp Digital Camera "fix 1 flashing 3 times" Questions

1 - If flash is in the auto mode, try hitting the (-) symbol a few times to lower the flash output 2 - Quick fix for close shooting - pull down the diffuser. You loose about 2 stops of flash light and

...3 - obviously make sure the turbo is charged Just had the same problem. I think the battery compartment door moves the batteries upon closing so that a good contact is lost. I am using fresh alkaline ...

...1 Does it give the normal little charge up whine when you turn it on? 2 Are the battery terminals clean? 3. Double check with new out of the packet top quality Duracel or Energiser batteries. Don't ...

1) send the camera to be repaired by Canon, 2) have a local repair shop attempt to fix it, 3) replace the camera with new - if it is older than a few years as it may not be worth the cost of investing

Fix #1: Remove the batteries from the camera, wait a few minutes. Put a fresh set of batteries back in (preferably rechargeable NiMH 2500mah or better) and turn the camera on. If that didn't work, try