Playback problems on a sony hvr a1u. Got nowhere on the phone with their tech support- in fact never reached a helpful rep in that dept all day in three different attempts. Any solutions? Specifically it is sometimes stuttering on playback. I havent yet tested other cameras to see if they do the same or not. I also havent cleaned it in awhile. Doing both tonight. My footage is hi def mini dv tape. Any other thoughts?

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The problem that you are experiencing with your Sony HVR-A1U camcorder is a common problem with this model camcorder. The ribbon cable that connects the LCD screen to the main part of the camcorder goes faulty and needs to be replaced. Sony also recommends that when this cable is replaced you must also replace a modified part to prevent this from happening again. The estimate to replace both of these parts is $360.19 parts and labor. This also includes cleaning and servicing.

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This is usually caused by a failed component in the power circuit within the camera and can usually be repaired fairly inexpensively. However, it's not a user serviceable problem and will need to be repaired qualified service technician.

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Don't have an answer, but two of our Sony HVR-A1U have now lost touch screen function. I wonder if this is a common problem?

mechanism is faulty.flex cable (FP-031-12) is broken. replace complete mechanism or flex cable (FP-031-12) by any service person

Sony A1U stopped functioning. Neither AC power or battery yields anything. Reset button yields brief flash only. Tape stuck in machine. Help?

mics have any on off switches? look for a switch labeled internal external mic. Could be in the menu.
Larry

I have experienced the same problem, which may well have the same cause. A local electronics shop told me parts for Sony are only available direct from Sony - so I guess you and I will have to contact a Sony dealer

dnt go for it ... u can have better option in z5, or z7 ..or z1 ...most of the camcorder a1 series have problem related to audio ....i will suggest dnt go for it ... its worth taking new dsr pd 170 for the same price

My LCD screen has also malfunctioned - some-one else has also posted a similar problem and has been told its to do with a carbon cable connecting the LCD screen to the camera that needs replacing.
Not sure about the viewfinder problem - is there a control to adjust the focus, or is that what you mean by the viewfinder lever?
Go to http://www.sony.co.uk/article/id/1218032872969 to register with sony for repairs.

damn its hard to find your driver man, i hope you can still see your cd driver from your camcorder. hope that helps!

CHARCOIS