The LCD Hi. The LCD on my camera is all black but in the corner you can see clearly. it looks as if it was cracked. what do i do??

lcd screen failure --circuit failure need to have diagnosed to see if worth repair can be fixed /replaced

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cindy(skiliwah)

Hello

OK, firstly you will need to determine weather the camera itself is still taking photos. If so, then the problem is most likely a an internally cracked LCD. If the lens extends once you turn on the camera, we know the lens still works. If you can see any power indication, we know that the circuit is still working, hence the only fault can be with the screen.

So, follow the steps above to determine if the other components is still working, if it is, you will be able to replace the LCD screen at your nearest camera repair store for less than $40 labour included.

Please feel free to let me know if you need any further assistance.

Kind regards
Lock123

They will repair it for $50 if you send it in to them, otherwise you can probably get a screen on ebay.

Hi, Mr. Wibble, is this the tiny rubber cover ?

My screen is not "cracked" although it does look like its cracked in lower right corner. It's black on that side about 1/2" from edge althe way to the top an the other side is very shaded. This makes seeing the picture impossible to see with any clarity.

Chances are the LCD screen has failed and would have to be replaced. (ive seen this screen problem when it goes to white or black marks when cracked)

you basically would have 3 options,

1: send it out for repairs to Nikon? ( see if it is still in warranty or may cost close to what you paid)
2: Buy a used or new LCD on an auction site (if your gadget savvy and you can replace yourself) avg price 50-75?
3: sell your camera on an auction site to use funds to purchase another camera

I have an FE-140 open right now and i can assume it to be one of 2 things. If it was dropped it is possible that the LCD has cracked therefore you will only see above or below the crack. It s a separate part and can be replaced. The 2nd is that possibly the mylar strip that connects the LCD to the circuit board has come loose with the impact. This is quite simple to reinsert yourself, however just be careful when opening the camera. remove the 4 side screws and the 2 on the bottom(on rear casing) then gently use something thin like a nail file or sharp fingernail to breach the 2 halves and they should come apart. Never force!! Once open there are 3 more screws around the function selector that will need removing, and 2 under the corners of the LCD.The LCD will lift out to access these screws. This will give you access to the mylar strip. Good Luck,
Twitcha

Unfortunately, my experience with LCDs says that when you see something like this, it usually indicates that the LCD screen is cracked. If you press gently in the area of deformity and it goes clear then returns to black when you remove pressure, it's a tell-tale sign of a cracked screen. Go to e-bay and see if you can get a replacement screen if you're mechanically up to changing it yourself, else an electronics repair shop might be your only hope.

That is definately a cracked lcd your describing! I doubt there is an easy solution but maybe... If you are able to get into the menu and disable the LCD that might help. However! The fact that the LCD is broken shouldn't keep the camera from running (though its remotely possible) If you can't shut it off or work without it the odds are you've got an expensive paperweight. At least thats what I gather based on your description.