How to fix Sony Camcorder camera flip screen and buttons not working

[@elrealpirata]

Thank you so much for this particular video as it helped me fix my old sonycam which had this fault. I can now watch and show all my old videos to my wife. Watched lots of your videos and found them informative and educational in a very clear manner. Glad you gave me something to do during this challenging time. I'm in the UK and in isolation for 12 weeks due to my muscular dystrophy and miss my friends and family and travels. Stay safe everyone for soon the sunshine and joy will return.

[@maiyahtellis3485]

Okay, I NEVER comment on anything, but you saved my poor little life with this video! I dropped my camera on accident and the display popped off but the camera still powers on. Of course the screen didn't with because it wasn't connected, but the tape was still in great condition. I did exactly what you did in the video and it's brand new!!! Thank you so much

[@js_jsmn]

what camera is it?

[@jimgilheany1043]

You're a life saver TampTec! I just started transferring a pile of DVC tapes when my camera started giving me problems. Your tutorial saved the day!

[@TampaTec]

Congrats fixing your cam 👍

[@monopolygamer3rd]

PSA: DO NOT! Use contact cleaner on the connectors. It will get on the LCD screen and ruin it. Sadly I had to learn the hard way. Instead use pressurized air.

[@Mymatevince]

Good job Paul, hope you are all keeping well👍

[@minza_]

THANKYOU SO MUCH FOR THIS. This really works but you have to be a bit careful and gentle with the ribbon wires. And besides it's super easy. It really saved my cam recorder.

[@gatorgotme]

Thanks Tampatec, especially now that we need content.

[@chrispadbury3321]

Thanks for doing this. Actually there are two more cables back there that you did not reseat. The cable under the first one you removed is the contact for the actual touch screen. It looked and felt seated but I removed it. Put a little spit on it and reseated it. That was the final trick. Also, you didn't mention it, but you showed me a little trick to open the latch on each cable, different for each cable, but that was key too Thanks

[@Nikkijamm]

How did you remove it?

[@cire1963]

Ik you posted this awhile ago but thanks! I was only having trouble with the touch screen and this fixed it.

[@zaragozahernandezmiguelang4120]

i did this and my touch still not working :C

[@veeran5465]

​@@zaragozahernandezmiguelang4120same

[@dietcokeplis]

did you really spit on it? like literally? i'm having the same problem as you

[@toryche1310]

Thank you so much!!! I thought no way I’d be able to fix it, but it worked 😍

[@RobbsHomemadeLife]

Great video- very helpful. Do you have an easy fix for Canon cameras that have a lens error and the lens will no longer retract? I have two canon s100 that the lens will not retract. I have been told I have to replace the whole lens assembly. I am thinking there is probably a ribbon wire that is defective somewhere. I would love to see you do a video on the lens not retracting on Canon s100.

[@TampaTec]

I had an issue with a button that effected the zoom.

[@saburichards8209]

Peace : Tampa Tec ...how does a person reach u to repair their Camcorder : SONY DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA RECORDER. MODEL # DCR- HC62

[@hemantsakarwal1872]

Thank you for the video, but how did you remove the cable close to the hinge? it's not coming out in my case

[@AlekFilming]

Thank you so much! I was able to fix the screen on my family's old sony DCR-HC96 which previously worked only when rotated 180 degrees. All it took was repluging in all flex connectors as you showed.

[@TampaTec]

Congrats fixing your Sony cam.

[@electronic7979]

A nice repair video. I watched with pleasure.

[@Noiseless0663]

Hi there, I have a Sony DCR HC-26E That has this same problem, I've tried everything in the video, But the touchscreen still doesn't work. The rest of the display works perfectly fine. I've opened it up and disconnected and reconnected all the ribbon cables, but the problem is still there. Any ideas of what to do?

[@clintkaufman1011]

Same with mine

[@grogroseph]

same problem here

[@wendythorneloe5900]

How do you open the little clamps? the one underneath the other bigger ribbon?

[@billbo3590]

My lcd is just black. I did what you suggested here. Any other tips? Thanks, great video.

[@everso1337]

Okay this was amazing. thank YOU SO MUCH for this video. I was like, nah what he's doing won't work, no way. I did and I'm telling you the screen works again. I can do my project now!

[@melkarimyou9120]

Thanks so much. Great stuff. Just tried it and it worked.❤

[@TampaTec]

Congrats fixing your Cam 📷

[@ShadyGarf]

I have the same problem i can't use the touch screen ,i did exactly what you did and even reset it nothing changed please tell me if there is another solution ,thank you

[@JepePhotog]

I found your instructional vid on this issue, but I have a HDR-UX7, the flip screen has a different configuration with the screws to open up the panel and unable to do the fix. Have you dealt with the Sony UX7 models; are there any tips for fixing the touch screen panel and reset the connections? Thanks, J.

[@renklerefisildayanadam]

süpersin dostum. sayende uzun zamandır arızalı olan kameramın dokunmatik ekranını tamir ettim. çok sevindim. çok teşekkürler.

[@AkieAndrew]

Sadly tried this and still have buttons not working - might have to bring it in for repair now unless someone has other solutions?

[@liamelbon]

yeah ive got the same problem, the side buttons (W, T, & record) all work but the touchscreen itself doesn't work at all and my camera is stuck on the clock set mode

[@yixu9984]

Hello! My Sony hc90e's flip screen is a bit loose. Maybe the hinge is loose. Do you have any idea how to fix this?

[@ed9791]

Do you know how to fix the camera not allowing you to film footage on the dvd I have same camera as your using on this video

[@markalexander1979]

Thanks so much , had to do this last night and your video helped me so much. 🎅

[@APrinceDGAF]

I HAVE THIS SAME HANDYCAM BUT HAVEN'T USED IT IN YEARS. I HAD BOUGHT A CHARGER FOR IT AND FOR SOME REASON IT IS NOT TURNING ON AT ALL. HAVE ANY ADVICE ON WHAT TO DO?

[@TampaTec]

Clean and check connections

[@valjdakosta]

Hi, i have the exact camcorder from the video and the touchscreen seemingly only works on the calibration screen, but not on play/edit or record screens. Have you ever had a problem like this?

[@flatearthrevolution952]

Wishing you and your family to be all safe. ✌💙

[@shb7772000if]

Thanks. I have a Sony FDR AXP55 that is giving a E95.01 error and the touch screen is also not working, so I cannot reset it from the menu. It was working, and all I did, was carry it home to my house, and then I started to get these errors. It will still record, but I've lost all functionality. I haven't been able to find a reset hole to reset it.

[@kksmith5160]

You said to hot glue? Which parts would u hot glue?

[@yashfeenansari4898]

hey, i have the same exact camera & my touch doesn’t work so i tried everything as shown in this video but it’s still not working. please help

[@priyajessy]

Did you find any solution?

[@jairfaura5390]

@@priyajessy???

[@Potew]

My flat cables weren’t even loose…

[@dayrcrayz]

I have an old one that the screen doesnt work and have so many tapes that i can watch, so keen to try this now to see if it works. I have stuff in there i havent watched for like 15 years. Its gonna be amazing....

[@Ray-ru3pc]

In summary: 1. open lcd 2. detach and reattach ribbon cables.

[@givarmani8684]

Thanks a lot It was very helpful

[@yukanlee4673]

Great tip! I'm trying it on my DCR-PC5 and hopefully it's the same problem. Thanks! : )))

[@kurdishmonkey]

does this work for jvc blank screen

[@rathasnoplan1904]

what's the screwdriver you used i just cant find one that works on my camera and its the same camera you have and I don't wanna try too hard with my screwdrivers that I have because y'know don't wanna strip the screw so if you could drop a link to your screwdriver that would be cool

[@tanyachen4792]

due thank you so much! i bought a used handyman with the same problem

[@hamidbellili7395]

After I watched your video I ventured to dismantle the flip screen on my Canon Mvx2i Camcorder. I had to force the screen and the back panel apart once I had removed the screws. When doing so, I untied a ribbon_ the thinner and longer one_ and don't see where it fits back though it bears a tiny hole at its loose end. I wonder if you could help. Thanks in advance.

[@leedub8825]

Many thanks, great advise, great guy, great advise, problem solved

[@moniquebarker9856]

Does the camera allow you to delete videos/pictures? i'm having trouble finiding that

[@ytlned432]

Thank you for sharing your expertise

[@memoriesinaflash-photoandv5938]

Hi I have a Digital Handycam® Camcorder DCR-HC20 Video keeps kinda skipping/jumping every other second when playing, is there an easy fix that you can help me with please? It will be very appreciated. Thank you

[@jalengoode3266]

DO NOT use hot glue on the connectors! If you ever have to replace that cable or it has to be reseated, it’ll be a NIGHTMARE to try and fix again. Other than that good video lol

[@pixeltx3364]

Hi I have a problem w my screen it’s not broken or anything i was just using it close it open it again and the screen is like u put a yellow filter on it do u have a solution for that

[@sebastianmcmitre]

It worked! Thanks so much!

[@abdallahelectronic19]

thank you, good idea

[@shlokj5536]

Hey brother Do you know where can I get a battery for this hamdycam?

[@KarenReadsTaillight]

Contact manufacturer.

[@ammarnoor2430]

I can’t open up the screws any tips?

[@meshachlovelace.8162]

Which year is that from and what's the resolution?

[@jendavelandoch611]

My camera is a DCR-HC21 from 20 years ago, and still works turning on and off, and recording. I lost the picture and touchscreen earlier this year as the longest use I ever had.

[@digjunk3d]

So how do you flip up that connector and reseat? Be careful or you will have a soldering issue with the board

[@ДмитрийИванов-ч2и2ь]

Thank you! I have the same camera and the same fault. I'll try to do the same. You can also wipe the contacts with a pencil eraser. This is done in laptops to improve the contact of RAM. Спасибо! У меня такую же камеру и такую же неисправность. попробую сделать так же. Еще можно контакты протереть стирательной резинкой для карандашей. Так делают в ноутбуках для улучшения контакта оперативной памяти.

[@samridhibhardwaj5686]

The main ribbon under the display ribbon isn’t coming off. What to do?

[@eyocodedrblx]

how do u open the cam? like. power on

[@nbat42]

Hi TampaTec tried your fix. The buttons work but unfortunately the screen is still unresponsive to touch. Any other recommendations?

[@TampaTec]

It's normally a connection issue so look for lose wire and reseat connections.

[@basketballmaven1454]

what would be the problem if the lcd screen is loose when opening up and closing. it turns good but opening and closing the lcd screen is loose. I'm thinking the spring inside broke or something

[@Leeruddecology]

Very good video. Followed the steps but my viewer is still not playing ball. There is a lose connection on the swivel joint. I have just uploaded a video. Perhaps you could take a look. It would be a shame to throw it away. It’s an old one HDR SR10!!!

[@SAYEGHSAU]

nice work🍮👍🏻

[@TampaTec]

Thanks

[@step4404]

Does anyone on here have a DCR HC21 handicam? I have one that is in great shape except for the touch screen. I followed the instructions but it still doesn't seem to be working. I think the issue is one of the ribbon cables has a black dot. If anyone has dealt with this problem before please let me know!

[@mopar507]

thanks for sharing

[@franciscovalle8277]

It works thank you

[@satvikpandey2729]

Hey, actually I have the exact same Handycam but the touchscreen is unresponsive, so I can't play but only record/zoom using buttons. It's just that touch screen is not responding. If you could help, it would be great.

[@mattanddebbie]

I have the same issue. Hoping to resolve it soon!

[@idocinthebox]

With the sonys that have an IR receiver you can try a remote to control it also.

[@PurpleCar3000]

The big clamps easily come undone but I can’t get the smaller cables out and don’t want to over force it. Any tips?

[@wendythorneloe5900]

Did you figure out how to open the smaller clips?

[@PurpleCar3000]

@@wendythorneloe5900 Yep got it figured out. Had to give it some more force in the right spot. Let me know if you need help!

[@tazzyv4159]

How?

[@55555SKA]

how to undo clamps other than the first one? That one slid up easily the others dont look the same i dont wanna break anything

[@jalwilson1368]

My buttons work but touch screen does not, however if i put it in calibration mode the touch screen does detect input i have checked all ribbon cables as well, any advise?

[@christiankaden5030]

Me too

[@thunderboltlyrics1026]

Can u plz tell how to repair if display is not working in canon dc 320 camcorder camera..... I can only see images in lens.... The display is not working what to do.....??

[@sidraishtiaq122]

how do u fix the actual thing coz my one the entire lcd is turned off and I can't do anything

[@alf3071]

I have dcr sr32 and it's bricked, no power no charge light, nothing, I plugged the charger in the camera or using the dock but nothing happens, what is the problem??

[@aluthuruvictordevanand1320]

Thank.u Brother

[@gracenahhas2186]

Did everything in the vid and it still hasn’t fixed. Any other fixes?

[@MagicCityMayhem]

Going to attempt this on my Sony Handycam CX-260. Camera turns on when I open the screen, but the screen itself stays black and doesn't record anything.

[@Hishambreish]

Any help

[@saburichards8209]

Let me try to fix it myself using ur video

[@islandcharlie7132]

Thank you.

[@williamsteinley9184]

the buttons started working for me but the touch screen didn't. Any tips?

[@belindapena8738]

Thyo that if cool how do you know how to fix all those things????

[@beauloppens4100]

My buttons work (it makes the correct sound when i touch it), but my lcd screen is just black . How do i fix this? (so the touchscreen works, the screen itself just doesnt work)

[@olliesvlogs535]

How do you fix a Sony handycam screen pls mate

[@DungVo-zy1hp]

what can i do if the power button is not turned on. I ordered a used sony handycam from ebay and the seller said it was working when he checked it the last time.

[@SZBUAE]

thanks a lot ....

[@jack_case]

None of my buttons work on this. Can you help me please

[@mohammadnowfal]

My camera display is not working can i visible the vedio on by connecting to my PC

[@Caseytheradioguy]

how about a lose screen on same camera

[@tonyd7000]

I have one and it also has the same problem and another one the tape doesn't go down

[@alyssaistinkerbell]

Hi . I did what you did . And the touch screen still doesn’t work .

[@stoicbeau1212]

Thanks

[@luckycreations7440]

My camera is starting and immediately it getting blue screen and it turned off how to fix this video, please make a video on this

[@leofaxika]

great

[@Giddytalker01]

Please my own's lenses are not opening

[@LBNU]

у меня камера так начала себя вести и не работает нажатие я купил другую но там тоже самое... Но там есть пульт и можно сбросить меню где надо выбрать время и можно переписать запись с кассеты в компьютер, но в меню бы всё равно зайти чтобы включить звук со второй дорожки ST2

[@LBNU]

короче опять сломалась, шлейф большой рвётся и всё прпидётмяч еопкуппать кампееру трми покупать поакалть

[@LBNU]

плакать надо шлейф рвётся хоть бы заказать и камера была полностью исправна если не исправна то плакать и выкидывать хоть что-то неработаепт то всё плохо

[@johnjacilene]

awesome

[@SteveWhiteDallas]

Cool!

[@candygriffin]

I tried this but it’s still not working. Any other suggestions?

[@TampaTec]

Be sure cable isn't damaged and connected properly. Maybe electronic spray might help for button and connectors.

[@candygriffin6741]

I'm not sure I would know if it was damaged. Where could I take it to get it inspected?@@TampaTec

[@twuhrheh1410]

I have an issue with the touch screen

[@mwbzen4672]

Hey someone please help me my screen got cracked on its own and now it’s not working just turning on how do I transfer my data now

[@louiedee279]

My Sony touch screen won't respond hope this works.

[@jp040759]

Since it was all apart why didn't you clean the cable and connections with alcohol on a q-tip.

[@SteveWhiteDallas]

I cannot speak for anyone else, but I learned something a long time ago. Overkill is always sufficient in load-bearing applications, but not when working on delicate electronics. Sticking to the task and performing the minimum number of procedures is often the best thing to do. That connection was probably a result of the ribbon not being inserted properly at the time of the camera's original assembly. Dust can damage electronics. It's best removed with a can of dry air, but I didn't see any dust. A bottle of 70% alcohol is 30% water. If a solvent is required, electronic component cleaner is a better option than anything with water in it. The contacts on the ribbon and the clamps are gold (Au, #79.) Residue left from a liquid cleaner is not going to improve the electrical connection.

[@jp040759]

@@SteveWhiteDallas Always use 91% isopropyl alcohol on electronics. It evaporates cleanly with no residue. Always clean your contacts if you have taken the connections apart, delicately of course.

[@ДмитрийИванов-ч2и2ь]

I don’t know how to disconnect the little last ribbon that is under the big one. You filmed it last. How do I disconnect it? I don't see the latch there, but I'm just afraid to pull.

[@KarenReadsTaillight]

Sort of lightly squeeze the ends together and push up.

[@boxculand6400]

Why'd you repost this