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Camera does not appear to be on and nothing is on the LCD screen.
Low Battery Level
Make sure the batteries you installed are correctly installed and are lithium 6V batteries.
LCD Broken
If the camera is working and the LCD screen is not on, the LCD screen may need to be replaced. (Replacement guide will go here)
Internal Component Malfunction
If the camera does not turn on at all after checking the batteries, an internal component may be disconnected or dysfunctional. The malfunctioning component should be replaced.
No Memory Card
Verify that the memory card is in the slot and it is installed correctly.
Memory Card Inserted Incorrectly
Verify that the card is inserted properly and there are no jams.
Shutter Curtain Or Mirror Obstructed
Verify that the shutter curtain and mirror are not stuck and there are no obstructions. The shutter curtain is the small black doors located outside the film lens.
Internal Component Malfunction
An internal component may be disconnected or dysfunctional. The malfunctioning components should be replaced.
- Dirty Lens***
Clean lens with a blower brush to remove dust. Then use lens cleaning paper and fluid to gently wipe the lens in a spiral from the center to the outer edge.
Camera Shaken During Picture Taking
Keep the camera steady or use a tripod.
Flash Turned Off
The camera’s flash setting may be off. Turn the flash setting on and verify that the flash is working. Settings are located on the back panel of the camera near the arrow buttons.
Flash Not Charged
Give the flash unit time to charge before taking pictures.
- Flash Unit Broken***
The flash unit of the camera may be damaged. The flash unit should be replaced.
