20 Most Recent Sony Handycam DCR-SR40 Camcorder - Page 4 Questions & Answers

Hey guys you have to realign the tape holder it's displace somewhere or the spring got lost! cheched there is two spring holding it! or check it on the top the TAPE SAVE switch there is brounce key lines! enjoy it man!

This is usually caused by an oxidized or defective Audio/Video drum. Try running a cleaning tape through the camera. If this does not solve the problem the camera will need to be repaired qualified service technician.

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This happens when the internal focus lens is off track, usually caused by impact and can usually be repaired fairly inexpensively. However, it's not a user serviceable problem and will need to be repaired by a qualified service technician.

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LCD FLEX

The most likely cause for this is a damaged or defective flexible ribbon cable that connects the LCD to the camera body and can be repaired fairly inexpensively. However, it's not a user serviceable problem and will need to be repaired by a qualified service technician.

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The most likely cause for this is a damaged or defective flexible ribbon cable that connects the LCD to the camera body and can be repaired fairly inexpensively. However, it's not a user serviceable problem and will need to be repaired by a qualified service technician.

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Hi! This thing happens... Please remove the battery and press/hold the power button for 10secs. while the battery is removed to reset the system. After 10secs. insert the battery, turn it on and observe how it goes. Hope this helps and thank you for using FixYa!

This is usually caused by a failed component in the power circuit within the camera and can be repaired fairly inexpensively. However, it’s not a user serviceable problem and will need to be repaired qualified service technician.

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The most likely cause for this is a damaged or defective flexible ribbon cable that connects the LCD to the camera body and can be repaired fairly inexpensively. However, it's not a user serviceable problem and will need to usually be repaired by a qualified service technician.

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Click Sony Support to download required user manual free copy.
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Hi,

This seems to be a problem with image sensor. Since the viewfinder takes it's image from the sensor , CCD sensor's seems be the possible fault. This is a common problem with Sony's camcorder. You need to send the unit for repair. There were certain recalls for CCD sensor's, so you could always check with Sony whether there is any recall or they could get your camcorder repair at a lower price as a goodwill gesture.

The other possibility is a problem in electronic circuitry.I have seen it rarely but it might happen. Unfortunately, without looking at the camera myself, it would be tough to comment, where it went wrong. If you have experience in electronics, could read schematics, would be able to keep all the precautions, ii could try to find out the service manual for it. Once you purchase that, you could open the camera and try to repair it. I would be there as well, in case any help is required.

Let me know,if needed further assistance.

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Preformat : By Fix-shad0w

#1
Insert your memory card into your computer's reader if you have one. If not, you can purchase a multi-format USB Memory Card reader from Amazon.com or Buy.com
#2
Open up 'My Computer'. You should see it under the list of available drives.
#3
Check its contents first to make sure that you have the right drive.
#4
In 'My Computer', right-click on the drive and choose 'Format'.
#5
Leave all the options as they are and click on 'Start'. This is a non-reversible process so make sure this is what you truly wanted to do in the first place.
#6
Once the process is completed, take the memory card out and insert it into your Digital Camera or any other device. Try to browse to it to make sure it works fine now.

With A USB , CELLPHONE , Camera The SameThing

I bought my DCR-SR40 used (just camera) and I have the same problem. Downloaded the instruction manual from sony and discovered the only way to connect to a computer is through the
Sony Camcorder Docking Station
#DCRA-C162
and a Special USB Cable!

Analog Audio/Video Output(s) : Yes (Multi A/V) S-Video Output(s) : Yes (optional accessory)
you might have to buy the proper cables. Also the TV will have to have AV input capability or your stereo receiver.

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Raleigh, NC 27616
Phone: 919-876-6156
Fax: 919-872-3986

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Well you may be on digital zoom mode, this simply will not be clear with fast moving takes, keep to the Opt zoom mode and with on tripod this will put focus better, keep camera still, move and it will blur.

Hi,

You can download the complete instruction manual in PDF format by clicking this link.

For additional details and downloads, click here

• You'll require Adobe PDF Reader installed on your computer to view the manual. If it is not already installed on your computer, download it free from: http://get.adobe.com/reader/

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replace battery

I couldn't find any info on the net blogs I looked at, however, it's possible that the cpu doesn't recognize a larger than 4 gb card. Try your old 4 gb, if it works, that's probably what's going on unless you have a bad 8 gb card. Not all cards are upwards compatible due to engineering limitations.

does it still work ? if not get another recorder