Hi Rick. I have a broken HF-10 zoom switch. I bought the camera 2 years ago -- sounds like my best option is to repair it?

You probably need to move the small switch on the memory card to the open position.

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Here is someone selling the full service repair manual for the a500 for 5$. I coultn't find it anywhere online for donwload but I will keep looking...

The most likely cause a defective Control Block / zoom rocker switch assembly. This will require major disassembly to repair and can usually be done fairly inexpensively. However, it's not really a user serviceable problem and will need to be repaired by a qualified service technician.

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The lens cover mechanism in these cameras is susceptible to debris and requires disassembling the camera to repair. This can be repaired fairly inexpensively. However, it's not a user serviceable problem due to the fact that the camera will need to be partially disassembled and will need to be repaired by a qualified service technician.

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This camera has a fault. You cannot fix it by changing settings. It will probably cost more to repair than it is worth now. You can buy a new camera which will be much better than a camera from two years ago and cost less money.

The most likely cause is a defective zoom rocker switch 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.

My name is Rick and I'm a professional repair technician with over 20 years in the business and have repaired many of these. I'm semi retired and work from home with little overhead so I can keep repair costs low. If you decide to have the camera repaired, please click HERE for a directory listing that suits your needs.

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This sounds like a defective zoom switch which 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.

My name is Rick and I'm a professional repair technician with over 20 years in the business and have repaired many of these. I'm semi retired and work from home with little overhead so I can keep repair costs low. If you decide to have the camera repaired, please click HERE for a directory listing that suits your needs.

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The most likely cause is a broken zoom switch or bad connector flex and can be repaired fairly inexpensively. However, it’s not a user serviceable problem and will need to be diagnosed by a qualified service technician.
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You should first check the JVC website for a manual. This is a recent model and a manual should be available for free download. Another option is a website called safemanuals.com. They have a massive database and often can supply manuals that are not available elsewhere. The specific supplier is diplodocs and you will need to create an account. Its free and easy. Good luck

This is an easy possibility, Try using an eraser on all the contacts for the batteries. The ones on the battery door and the ones inside the camera. Try to get them shiny, the harder white erasers work best. If that doesn't solve to power problem, the camera may have blown its power fuse internally. That repair would likely cost 50-60$