I left AA batteries in my Canon powershot A410 too long and now there's battery acid on the battery board. I replaced them with new batteries but the camara is still dead. Did I destroy the camara ?

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I dont know what kind og batteries you used. I suggests you ro use rechargeable Nimh natteries (AA)( more than 1500 mah) or you can check with Alkaline batteries (AA).Still the problem perists it might be a damaged power board .You have to consult a Doctor... camaera doctor..

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The Canon PowerShot A510 has a battery cover on the bottom of the camera. There is a battery cover lock on the compartment which needs to be unlocked. Holding the camera upside down with the battery compartment closest to your body the left hand AA battery is placed into the camera Postitive up - with the right hand AA the opposite.

Hope this helps

David

Are they the correct type of batteries? Use only AA-size Alkaline or Canon AA-size NiMH batteries.

According to Canon, your camera needs servicing.

I just posted that I have this problem as well. Then, after browsing further at Canon's site, I found a possible link between the memory card and the power problem. Sure enough, I popped the memory card out and reinserted it and the camera powered right up. I hope this helps others. . . .

I had the same prolem. OK, try this. Try to discharge the AA batteries in some use, flashlight or else,,,,then recharge them, full charge, install the batteriers ...they should work fine....
I read somewhere that canon is able free of charge to correct a shortcircuit that the camera is susceptible to develop in the installation of batteries......But I hope the advise will work...
Remove batteries when not in use.

The camera's clock battery has worn out. On the bottom left side of your camera is a little grey plastic slide door. Use your fingernail to pry it open and remove the CR1220 battery (pay attention which side goes up). Take it to the battery department of your local drug store and buy a replacement. It's a very common battery and should only cost around $3.

Your LCD is broken.
The SD card would not be able to affect the LCD screen in any way.
Normally I would say to get the LCD fixed but that would be a waste of money due to the fact that this model was released in 2004 and you would be better off getting a new camera.

For good quality and "user-friendliness" i would suggest the:

Canon SD1000, SD870, SD750 (Thin, sleek designs that come with a rechargable battery)

For more a more convenient price without loss of quality you might want to check out the Canon PowerShot A560.
(A somewhat large and bulky camera that runs on regular AA batteries)

Goodluck!

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Your LCD is broken.
I'm an Imaging Salesman at Circuit City and I would normally say to get the LCD fixed but that would be a waste of money due to the fact that this model was released in 2004 and you would be better off getting a new camera.

If you are looking for another Canon....
For good quality and "user-friendliness" i would suggest the:

Canon SD1000, SD870, SD750 (Thin, sleek designs that come with rechargable batteries)

For more a more convenient price without loss of quality you might want to check out the Canon PowerShot A560.
(A somewhat large and bulky camera that runs on regular AA batteries)

Good Luck!!