20 Most Recent Samsung NV3 Digital Camera - Page 5 Questions & Answers

Your problem may be due to weak/worn out batteries or corrosion on the battery contacts inside the camera which can prevent the full power of the batteries from flowing into the camera. Try this free fix before you do anything else: remove the batteries and wipe the camera contacts firmly with a dry cloth (heavy corrosion may require cleaning with a wire brush, steel wool, or sandpaper). Remove any residue that may have fallen into the battery compartment during cleaning, then wipe both ends of the batteries and place them back in the camera. This cleaning clears the problem about 90% of the time. If it doesn't work for you, your batteries may need to be replaced, or the camera may have a problem that requires professional repair.

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First, if you can, check the charger to confirm that it is outputting current to batteries. If the charger is working, your problem may be due to worn out batteries or corrosion on the battery contacts inside the camera which can prevent the full power of the batteries from flowing into the camera. Try this free fix before you do anything else: remove the batteries and wipe the camera contacts firmly with a dry cloth (heavy corrosion may require cleaning with a wire brush, steel wool, or sandpaper). Remove any residue that may have fallen into the battery compartment during cleaning, then wipe both ends of the batteries and place them back in the camera. This cleaning clears the problem about 90% of the time. If it doesn't work for you, your batteries may need to be replaced or the camera may require professional repair.

Format the card in the camera to initialize it.

or this problem try the following:

* Try removing the memory card and the battery
* Try using the camera w/o the memory card
* If problem still persist call the Tech Number

1800 SAMSUNG

Hope this will help

Thanks
Byron

One of the solder joint (contacts) inside the camera was probably defective and is not making contact anymore, therefore the camera is not starting.
Check camera warranty status. If warranty is OK, then contact Samsung and have the camera repaired.
If warranty is expired, contact Samsung and complain, telling them that you did not do any inappropriate use of the camera, and that this must be a factory defect. Usually they offer repair at discounted price or replacement.
Before sending the camera remove the memory card, and recover picture using a card reader.

Hi Andy
Why bother? You're using a Mac, use the Macs own software.
Just plug the camera in to the computer and watch what happens.

have you tried recharging it from the mains?

http://www.samsung.com/sg/support/download/supportDown.do?group=cameracamcorder&type=digitalstillcamera&subtype=archivedmodels&model_nm=SAMSUNG NV3&language=&cate_type=all&dType=D&mType=DR&vType=&prd_ia_cd=04010500&acc_ia_fl=&disp_nm=NV3&model_cd=&menu=download

Here ya go - enjoy

Sometimes this happens. Sometimes the speed rating on the memory card doesn't match your camera. Most people think all SD cards are the same. I assume you have the right card, but if you're unsure, then be sure to check to be sure. Another problem is that if someone tries to format the card in something other than your camera, it messes up the format on the card and it becomes incompatible with your camera. Sometimes you get a bad card that the retailer recycled because it was a return or maybe someone sold it to you on eBay. These problems happen. You will have to get a new card and make sure everything else it alright with your camera and card reader.

You need to download codec which should be updated regularly

well there is some kind of problem with ur card may b virus please dont connect it again and change ur card feel free to ask again thanx take care.

I wrote a review on the NV3 for POPULAR PHOTOGRAPHY & IMAGING magazine. You can read it here:

http://www.popphoto.com/Reviews/Cameras/Camera-Review-Samsung-NV3

I had a similar issue with this same model when Samsung sent me a demo version. The LCD screen electronics were bad and had to be replaced. If the camera is under warranty, get Samsung to fix it. If not, you're going to have to decide if it's worth $100 or so dollars to fix a $230 camera or not. Based on your question, you may be willing to live with it for a while, but sooner or later, the entire LCD will go south, and then you'll have to make a decision.

Based on my experience with the NV3, I REALLY liked the coolness factor, but, as my review states, was disappointed with the image quality. And to me, that's the main reason for buying a camera, regardless of how much neon and cool stuff are built into it. Overall, if you have the money, it may be worth considering replacing the camera when you get sick of the LCD situation rather than trying to fix it. Sorry I can't be more optimistic, but feel I need to be honest with you in my opinions. Good luck with this and happy shooting!

First point: you cannot simply transfer the software from one machine to another and expect it to work. Even copying the files over - if you can do that - doesn't help, because installing the software means much more than simply putting it onto the hard drive of your machine.
Go to
http://www.nodevice.com/driver/NV3/get38462.html
(just type this in on the address line of your Internet Explorer) and follow the instructions. Basically you have to download the software from the site onto your computer, and then install it. This sounds a bit fearsome but if you intelligently follow the instructions and choose the right item there shouldn't be any problem. make sure that if you are given a choice of Operating System (OS) you choose yours (XP, Vista, or whatever). Hope that helps.

You will have to test each capacitor in the camera to find the swelled or burning out cap. You will have to use a multi-tester or capacitor tester. Otherwise the company will fix it for $50