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LCD is not working

I have a camcorder DCR HC 42E, the LCD is not displaying any thing but the camcorder is working through viewfinder. tuch screen functions are also working. It was happened when my son was taking vedios of some one, first the screen turned white, it was displaying pictures on turning flap off side, after sometime remaining picture was gone. please suggest me the best solution of problem please.

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  • yossid Dec 13, 2007

    Have the same problem . Did you succeded to replace the flat cable FP-185. If yes how ?

  • Anonymous Dec 16, 2007

    have a camcorder DCR HC 42E, the LCD is not displaying any thing but the camcorder is working through viewfinder. tuch screen functions are also working. It was happened when i was trying to look at the videos, first the screen turned white, it was displaying pictures on turning flap off side, after sometime remaining picture was gone. please suggest me the best solution of problem please

  • Argenis Jan 27, 2008

    I have same problem w/ LCD (not working)

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Hi, there.. I have manage to open up the LCD assembly. Confirmed it is the FP-185 is faulty. But am struggling to remove the hinge cover. It seems something is stoping it coming out from below (closer to main body). Any tips/help would be appreciated. Thanks.

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Hello, in order to repair this Camcorder you should replace the LCD panel flexible cable FP-185 and the plastic hinge cover. If you need more info please advice. Best regards. Arpi

Posted on Apr 26, 2007

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