I have an hitachi 2500 A camcorder, the viewfinder stays black even after the lense cover is off. How do I fix it?

take the lense cap off

was the problem the lense cap, or you do still need assistance?

The problem is that the ccd ic has gone out or the lens has failed causing the iris to stay closed. It is experience with that camcorder that the ccd assy is the culprit. I hope that helps.

You have to check the shutter of the lense is opening or not if it is opening u have to change CCD base assy on the optical block

Try the following link if no picture or a black screen appears in the viewfinder or LCD when attempting to record.
http://www.kb.sony.com/selfservice/microsites/search.do?cmd=displayKC&docType=kc&externalId=C116445

Mine went back to JVC because it was a design problem. They fixed it for free.

If the lcd screen is black even with the lens cap off,the ccd base assy. needs replacing.

Knowledge Article C116445
There is no picture or a black screen appears in the viewfinder or LCD when attempting to record. Follow this procedure to troubleshoot if there is no picture or a black screen appears in the viewfinder or LCD when attempting to record. NOTES:

• Because each of these steps represents a possible solution to this issue, check the viewfinder or LCD status after completing each step.
• It may be necessary to refer to the operating instructions provided with the camcorder for information on how to perform a task on your specific model.

1. Ensure the lens cap on the front of the camcorder has been removed.
2. Ensure a fully-charged battery is inserted in the camcorder.
3. Ensure the STANDBY/LOCK switch is set to the STANDBY position.
4. Turn on the camcorder and set it to the CAMERA mode.
5. Look to see if an image can be seen in the viewfinder or LCD.
IMPORTANT: Some camcorders have both a viewfinder and LCD. To conserve power, the viewfinder and LCD will not display at the same time. To use the viewfinder, the LCD must be closed.

6. If the issue is not resolved, reset the camcorder to factory specifications.

NOTE: If the issue is still unresolved after completing the troubleshootin

Hello, please contact the Authorized Sony Service for Sony recall action. If you need more info please advice.

Thats an oldie but still a goodie.. this camcorder was made by Hitachi for RCA and its doubtfull that theres any parts available for it. You are probably gonna have to look around for someone with old camcorders laying around and swap out the veiwfinder . these units are also famous for the belts to go bad in them. if you take this unit to a servicer they probably have a flat rate as I've seen online under camcorder repairs unless you think you can do it your self?? Good Luck PS If I get a good look at the veiwfinder and if theres a plug or is it hard wired I may have one as I got several camcorders around the place i use for opsolete parts.