Hi, When the camera is turned on, the LCD diaplay screen is blank (dark) and just displays various information icons for megapixels, quality, flash-on, etc. When I try to take pictures, the same is not possible as LCD screen does not display anything. However, it does click and take pictures - which are nothing but black squares,nothing shows on screen except on the date& time it was taken.etc. However, the LCD screen works fine when used in preview mode for the pictures taken before the problem started. black.The flash is still working.Any suggestion?
The image in the LCD monitor will darken in strong sunlight or bright light. This is normal occurrrence in device CCDs and does not contitute a malfunction. This image will not be recoded when shooting still photos, but it will be recorded wihen shooting movies.Read you owner manual and adjust the MENU, according with your o. manual.Otherwise you must go the repair shop
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SOURCE: LCD Display Blank
Canon's web site says:
Service Notice: CCD Image Sensor Advisory (Updated 10/31/2006)
This Service Notice will update Canon U.S.A., Inc.'s previous CCD Image Sensor Advisory, dated October 6, 2005.
It has come to our attention that the vendor-supplied CCD image
sensor used in certain Canon digital cameras and digital video
camcorders may cause the following malfunction: When the product is
used in recording or playback mode, the LCD screen and/or electronic
viewfinder may exhibit either a distorted image or no image at all.
While reports of this malfunction have been rare in the United States,
we have determined that it may occur if the product is exposed to hot
and humid environments.
Notice of Additional Affected Products:
As a result of our continuing investigation of this malfunction, we
have determined that the 11 models listed below, in addition to the 16
models listed in our Service Notice concerning this malfunction, dated
October 6, 2005, may be affected.
Affected products:
- Camcorders: ZR60, ZR65 MC, ZR70 MC, ZR80, ZR85, ZR90, ELURA 40 MC, ELURA 50
- Digital Cameras A60, A70, A75, A300, A310, S230, SD100, SD110,
A40(*), A80(*), A85(*), A95(*), S1 IS(*), S60(*), S200(*), S330(*),
S400(*), S410(*), S500(*)
*Models added as of Oct.31, 2006
Malfunction:
It has been confirmed that the connecting parts of the internal wiring
of the CCD used in affected products may become disconnected,
especially if the affected products are stored or used in
high-temperature and high-humidity environments. If this occurs, the
signal is not output from the CCD normally in Shooting Mode, which may
cause a distorted image or the absence of an image. This malfunction
can be confirmed on the LCD monitor screen during shooting. The same
malfunction also appears on the recorded image.
Canon's Response:
Effective immediately, and regardless of warranty status, Canon will
repair, free of charge, the products listed above exhibiting the
above-mentioned malfunction if Canon determines that the malfunction is
caused by the CCD image sensor. Canon will also cover the cost of
shipping and handling in connection with this repair.
U.S. residents are kindly directed to contact the Canon Customer
Support Center for further assistance at 1-800-828-4040. Support hours
are Monday thru Friday - 8:00 AM to 12:00 midnight; and Saturday 10:00
AM to 8:00 PM (all times EST). Alternatively, if electronic support is
preferred, please send your email to [email protected]
This information is for residents of the United States of America
and Puerto Rico only. If you do not reside in the USA or Puerto Rico,
please contact the Canon Customer Support Center in your region.
We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience caused by this issue,
and appreciate your understanding in this matter. Thank you for your
support and patronage of Canon products.
SOURCE: LCD Display Blank
CCD malfunction, common with Sony manufactured CCD chips. You are in luck, its a free repair regardless of warranty date.
http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/controller?act=ModelInfoAct&tabact=SupportDetailTabAct&fcategoryid=223&modelid=8044#
The display being blank can be due to failure of the LCD or the CCD which is the optical sensor of the camera. So to confirm check the older picture to be seen on the display. Confirm this by checking the card on your PC. If the images/picture is seen to be of good quality, then the LCD can be faulty, fault on the linking cable or the control board.since you are able to seen the ICONS the LCD is good , Now if the picture taken are seen well the CCD is also OK and the fault seems to be a digital logic gate failure as there is no switching of the circuit .
This might require a probe and it might be a relative issue in the motherboard circuit or the processsor. Remove battery , press down all buttons to drain off voltage and see if the camera resets.
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