Digital Camera Troubles
posted by Walter on May 23, 2006
I have a Vivitar Vivicam 5385 and after carrying it around with me all day, it suddenly stopped working. Whenever I try to turn it on it says "LENS ERROR" on the display and turns back off. I was wondering if there is anyway I can fix this (cheaply or without money) because I spent about $150 on it about 6 months ago and I don't have the money to buy a new one for a very long time. There doesn't appear to be any physical damage to the camera, so I'm clueless as to why it happened.
Thanks for the help!!!!
Walter :P
Best Solution
posted on May 23, 2006
GuruWalter, it's look like a problem with the servo motor.The lens unit can become damaged if it's opened while it was in your pocket, or in its case. The power botton was pressed without your knowledge and the lens attempts to extend, but was jammed and the servo motor or its transmition were damaged.This problem is correctable and should be done by an experienced technician.
Of course, you should ask first for a repair cost quotation.
Good luck !
urse, you should ask for a repair cost quatation
Of course, you should ask first for a repair cost quotation.
Good luck !
urse, you should ask for a repair cost quatation
Was this solution helpful? Show your Appreciation by rating it:
Solution #2
posted on Jun 04, 2007
ApprenticeNot really a solution-- See what "bmw" commented on
ie: the repair economics and the eBay solution (spares/repairs) I live in the u.k. and there is a eBay store supported by Vivitar (http://stores.ebay.co.uk/LMB-Direct_Digital-Cameras_W0QQcolZ4QQdirZ1QQfsubZ6660219QQftidZ2QQsclZ8QQtZkm )the prices seem attractive. there may be something like this in the States.
ie: the repair economics and the eBay solution (spares/repairs) I live in the u.k. and there is a eBay store supported by Vivitar (http://stores.ebay.co.uk/LMB-Direct_Digital-Cameras_W0QQcolZ4QQdirZ1QQfsubZ6660219QQftidZ2QQsclZ8QQtZkm )the prices seem attractive. there may be something like this in the States.
Was this solution helpful? Show your Appreciation by rating it:
Suggest a new solution for this problem
Post a New problem for Vivitar ViviCam 5385 Digital Camera
Email this problem
Post a New problem for Vivitar ViviCam 5385 Digital Camera
Email this problem
This Problem Also Relates To:
Vivitar ViviCam 20 Digital Camera
Vivitar ViviCam 3715 Digital Camera
Vivitar DSC-350 Digital Camera
Vivitar ViviCam 2775 Digital Camera
Vivitar ViviCam 3625 Digital Camera
Vivitar ViviCam 3665 Digital Camera
Vivitar ViviCam 3826 Digital Camera
Can you Help with these Digital Cameras problems?
Vivitar ViviCam 5385 Digital Camera
vivitar 5385 digital camera
vivitar 5385 digital camera
the camera turns on but there... Answer This...
Vivitar ViviCam 5385 Digital Camera
downloading photos onto windows...
downloading photos onto windows...
Please can you help. I can't... Answer This...
Vivitar ViviCam 5385 Digital Camera
Need a Shutter Button for...
Need a Shutter Button for...
My shutter button for my... Answer This...
Repair Service
Find Digital Camera Repairman Near You:
FixYa does not evaluate or guarantee the accuracy of any information provided through its proposed solutions,
posts, or Expert Assistance Sessions. By entering this site you declare you read and agreed to its Terms.
You may NOT copy or distribute the content that appears on this site without written
permission from FixYa Inc.
About | News
| Contact
| Find Products
| Find Cars
| Terms
| Privacy Policy
| FAQ
Tags | Blog | Repair Directory | Extended Warranty | Partners | Jobs |
Tags | Blog | Repair Directory | Extended Warranty | Partners | Jobs |