We have a Minolta Dimage Z10, that is about 4 or 5 years old and it will not turn on. We have changed batterys numerous times. It worked one time and the next nothing. please help

1) Install all of the usual Minolta software in Vista if you haven't already.
2) Create a new folder somewhere
3) Create a new txt file in that folder and name it minolta.inf and paste this into it:

; minolta.inf -- Test Vista Minolta Film Drivers
;
;
; To remove this driver and install the original
; manufacturer's driver, go into Device Manager,
; open Imaging devices, then click on the scanner name
; with the right mouse button and choose Uninstall.
[Version]
Signature="$CHICAGO$"
Class=Image
ClassGUID={6bdd1fc6-810f-11d0-bec7-08002be2092f}
Provider=%Provider%
DriverVer=3/12/2009,2.0
[Manufacturer]
%Mfg%=Models,ntamd64
[Models]
; USB scanners
"Minolta Scan Dual II" = USBScanner,USB\Vid_0638&Pid_026a
"Minolta Scan Dual III" = USBScanner,USB\Vid_0686&Pid_400d
"Minolta Scan Dual IV" = USBScanner,USB\Vid_132b&Pid_000a
"Minolta Scan Elite 5400 2" = USBScanner,USB\Vid_132b&Pid_0012
"Minolta Scan Elite 5400" = USBScanner,USB\Vid_0686&Pid_400e
"Minolta Scan Elite II" = USBScanner,USB\Vid_0686&Pid_4004
"Minolta SC-110" = USBScanner,USB\Vid_0638&Pid_0a15
"Minolta SC-215" = USBScanner,USB\Vid_0638&Pid_0a16
;---------------- Duplicated from [Models]
[Models.ntamd64]
; USB scanners
"Minolta Scan Dual II" = USBScanner,USB\Vid_0638&Pid_026a
"Minolta Scan Dual III" = USBScanner,USB\Vid_0686&Pid_400d
"Minolta Scan Dual IV" = USBScanner,USB\Vid_132b&Pid_000a
"Minolta Scan Elite 5400 2" = USBScanner,USB\Vid_132b&Pid_0012
"Minolta Scan Elite 5400" = USBScanner,USB\Vid_0686&Pid_400e
"Minolta Scan Elite II" = USBScanner,USB\Vid_0686&Pid_4004
"Minolta SC-110" = USBScanner,USB\Vid_0638&Pid_0a15
"Minolta SC-215" = USBScanner,USB\Vid_0638&Pid_0a16
;---------------- USBScanner -------------------------
[USBScanner]
Include=sti.inf
Needs=STI.USBSection
SubClass=StillImage
DeviceType=1
DeviceSubType=1
Capabilities=0
[USBScanner.Services]
Include=sti.inf
Needs=STI.USBSection.Services
[Strings]
Provider="Konica Minolta"
Mfg="Konica Minolta"

4. Save file. Turn on scanner and go into device manager and update the old minolta driver with this driver. You may have to manually update it.
5. Once installed, all the normal Minolta programs now work just fine. Enjoy!

I tested this on Vista 32 Ultimate with a Dimage IV but it should work on all the models listed in the .inf file.

It sounds like a short in the circuit board. Not worth getting fixed unless you find a local person. but first try puting a set of lithium batteries in. sometimes those last forever even when other batteries last less than 10 shots.
other wise try takeing the batteries out whenever you are done and see how long they last that way. then you will know if it is a short if they last a long time.

Hope That Helps,
Caleb

Change the internal rechargeable battery.

I just found a solution to my camera problem. It turned out to be the batteries. We purchases some Rechargable Duracel with a 2650mAh rating. After charging the batteries I put them in the camera and it started right up and was taking photos like when we first bought it. I have not been able to use the camera in almost 2 years and it turns out the problem was weak batteries.

So anyone that has a Minolta Dimage 7i and cant get it to turn on make sure you have at least 2650mAh rated rechargable batteries. The higher the mAh rating the better.

Hope this helps someone else. We are ecstatic that we can use our camera again. No more using my camera phone!!!

Here are some simple things to try first for a camera that won't power on:
http://camerarepair.blogspot.com/2007/11/simple-fix-for-dead-cameras-that-wont.html

Well, I also bought the DiMAGE Z2, and my problem was similar: It worked for some time, but then it started freezing sometimes, not responding to any button I pressed. One time, it froze, shut off, and I wasn't able to power it up again. In short, the camera was still under its warranty, so I gave it to their lab and they fixed the problem.

For the following cameras: Dimage PIC, Dimage V, Dimage EX 1500 (ZOOM or WIDE), RD-175, Dimage RD-3000, Dimage 2300, Dimage 2330, Minolta 3D-1500, we offer a 1 year limited USA warranty. Please see warranty details below. For the following cameras: DiMAGE 7, DiMAGE 5, DiMAGE S304, DiMAGE E201, DiMAGE S404, DiMAGE X, DiMAGE 7i and DiMAGE F100, DiMAGE F200, DiMAGE F300, DiMAGE 7Hi, DiMAGE S414, DiMAGE E223, DiMAGE X, DiMAGE Xi, DiMAGE Xt, DiMAGE A1, DiMAGE Z1, DiMAGE G500, DiMAGE X20, DiMAGE E323, and DiMAGE Xt Biz we offer a 1 Year limited international warranty. Please see international warranty details below. (All current Minolta and Konica warranties will continue to be honored by Konica Minolta.) MINOLTA CORPORATION U.S.A. LIMITED ONE (1) YEAR WARRANTY- Minolta Corporation 101 Williams Drive Ramsey, New Jersey 07446 (לMinoltaמ) warrants that the product set forth below, IF PURCHASED IN THE UNITED STATES OR ANY ISLAND IN CARIBBEAN SEA, will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period of one (1) year from the original date of purchase under the following terms and conditions:1. To obtain service under this warranty, send or deliver this product, within the warranty period together with this warranty certificate, to any Minolta regional office or Minolta authorized warranty service center, you must also present proof of purchase showing the date and place of purchase and, if not prohibited by local law, pay a handling fee. 2. If, upon inspection by Minolta or a Minolta authorized warranty service center, the product is proved to be defective, it will be repaired without charge using if necessary, new parts or comparable used parts which have been fully reconditioned, and returned to you. Where not prohibited by local law, a freight charge may be imposed for the return of the product to you. The warranty period for replacement parts shall extend for a period of six (6) months following the installation of same or for the remaining period of this warranty, whichever is longer.3. This warranty card does not apply in the following cases:(a) damage to the product due to mishandling, alteration, accident, impact dropped, sand and/or liquid or moisture damage, tampering, battery, or chemical corrosion, failure to follow operating, maintenance or environmental instructions prescribed by the applicable instruction manual or shipping damage; or,(b) damage caused during service performed by other than Minolta or a Minolta authorized warranty service center; or,(c) if the product has had its serial number(s) or other identifying data removed; or,(d) damage, defect or unsatisfactory performance caused by the use or attachment of lenses, flashes or other accessories not manufactured or distributed by Minolta. 4. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES FOR THIS PRODUCT, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR USE OR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE PERIOD OF TIME SET FORTH BELOW FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE,

For the following cameras: Dimage PIC, Dimage V, Dimage EX 1500 (ZOOM or WIDE), RD-175, Dimage RD-3000, Dimage 2300, Dimage 2330, Minolta 3D-1500, we offer a 1 year limited USA warranty. Please see warranty details below. For the following cameras: DiMAGE 7, DiMAGE 5, DiMAGE S304, DiMAGE E201, DiMAGE S404, DiMAGE X, DiMAGE 7i and DiMAGE F100, DiMAGE F200, DiMAGE F300, DiMAGE 7Hi, DiMAGE S414, DiMAGE E223, DiMAGE X, DiMAGE Xi, DiMAGE Xt, DiMAGE A1, DiMAGE Z1, DiMAGE G500, DiMAGE X20, DiMAGE E323, and DiMAGE Xt Biz we offer a 1 Year limited international warranty. Please see international warranty details below. (All current Minolta and Konica warranties will continue to be honored by Konica Minolta.) MINOLTA CORPORATION U.S.A. LIMITED ONE (1) YEAR WARRANTY- Minolta Corporation 101 Williams Drive Ramsey, New Jersey 07446 (לMinoltaמ) warrants that the product set forth below, IF PURCHASED IN THE UNITED STATES OR ANY ISLAND IN CARIBBEAN SEA, will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period of one (1) year from the original date of purchase under the following terms and conditions:1. To obtain service under this warranty, send or deliver this product, within the warranty period together with this warranty certificate, to any Minolta regional office or Minolta authorized warranty service center, you must also present proof of purchase showing the date and place of purchase and, if not prohibited by local law, pay a handling fee. 2. If, upon inspection by Minolta or a Minolta authorized warranty service center, the product is proved to be defective, it will be repaired without charge using if necessary, new parts or comparable used parts which have been fully reconditioned, and returned to you. Where not prohibited by local law, a freight charge may be imposed for the return of the product to you. The warranty period for replacement parts shall extend for a period of six (6) months following the installation of same or for the remaining period of this warranty, whichever is longer.3. This warranty card does not apply in the following cases:(a) damage to the product due to mishandling, alteration, accident, impact dropped, sand and/or liquid or moisture damage, tampering, battery, or chemical corrosion, failure to follow operating, maintenance or environmental instructions prescribed by the applicable instruction manual or shipping damage; or,(b) damage caused during service performed by other than Minolta or a Minolta authorized warranty service center; or,(c) if the product has had its serial number(s) or other identifying data removed; or,(d) damage, defect or unsatisfactory performance caused by the use or attachment of lenses, flashes or other accessories not manufactured or distributed by Minolta. 4. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES FOR THIS PRODUCT, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR USE OR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE PERIOD OF TIME SET FORTH BELOW FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE,

For the following cameras: Dimage PIC, Dimage V, Dimage EX 1500 (ZOOM or WIDE), RD-175, Dimage RD-3000, Dimage 2300, Dimage 2330, Minolta 3D-1500, we offer a 1 year limited USA warranty. Please see warranty details below. For the following cameras: DiMAGE 7, DiMAGE 5, DiMAGE S304, DiMAGE E201, DiMAGE S404, DiMAGE X, DiMAGE 7i and DiMAGE F100, DiMAGE F200, DiMAGE F300, DiMAGE 7Hi, DiMAGE S414, DiMAGE E223, DiMAGE X, DiMAGE Xi, DiMAGE Xt, DiMAGE A1, DiMAGE Z1, DiMAGE G500, DiMAGE X20, DiMAGE E323, and DiMAGE Xt Biz we offer a 1 Year limited international warranty. Please see international warranty details below. (All current Minolta and Konica warranties will continue to be honored by Konica Minolta.) MINOLTA CORPORATION U.S.A. LIMITED ONE (1) YEAR WARRANTY- Minolta Corporation 101 Williams Drive Ramsey, New Jersey 07446 (לMinoltaמ) warrants that the product set forth below, IF PURCHASED IN THE UNITED STATES OR ANY ISLAND IN CARIBBEAN SEA, will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period of one (1) year from the original date of purchase under the following terms and conditions:1. To obtain service under this warranty, send or deliver this product, within the warranty period together with this warranty certificate, to any Minolta regional office or Minolta authorized warranty service center, you must also present proof of purchase showing the date and place of purchase and, if not prohibited by local law, pay a handling fee. 2. If, upon inspection by Minolta or a Minolta authorized warranty service center, the product is proved to be defective, it will be repaired without charge using if necessary, new parts or comparable used parts which have been fully reconditioned, and returned to you. Where not prohibited by local law, a freight charge may be imposed for the return of the product to you. The warranty period for replacement parts shall extend for a period of six (6) months following the installation of same or for the remaining period of this warranty, whichever is longer.3. This warranty card does not apply in the following cases:(a) damage to the product due to mishandling, alteration, accident, impact dropped, sand and/or liquid or moisture damage, tampering, battery, or chemical corrosion, failure to follow operating, maintenance or environmental instructions prescribed by the applicable instruction manual or shipping damage; or,(b) damage caused during service performed by other than Minolta or a Minolta authorized warranty service center; or,(c) if the product has had its serial number(s) or other identifying data removed; or,(d) damage, defect or unsatisfactory performance caused by the use or attachment of lenses, flashes or other accessories not manufactured or distributed by Minolta. 4. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES FOR THIS PRODUCT, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR USE OR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE PERIOD OF TIME SET FORTH BELOW FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE,

For the following cameras: Dimage PIC, Dimage V, Dimage EX 1500 (ZOOM or WIDE), RD-175, Dimage RD-3000, Dimage 2300, Dimage 2330, Minolta 3D-1500, we offer a 1 year limited USA warranty. Please see warranty details below. For the following cameras: DiMAGE 7, DiMAGE 5, DiMAGE S304, DiMAGE E201, DiMAGE S404, DiMAGE X, DiMAGE 7i and DiMAGE F100, DiMAGE F200, DiMAGE F300, DiMAGE 7Hi, DiMAGE S414, DiMAGE E223, DiMAGE X, DiMAGE Xi, DiMAGE Xt, DiMAGE A1, DiMAGE Z1, DiMAGE G500, DiMAGE X20, DiMAGE E323, and DiMAGE Xt Biz we offer a 1 Year limited international warranty. Please see international warranty details below. (All current Minolta and Konica warranties will continue to be honored by Konica Minolta.) MINOLTA CORPORATION U.S.A. LIMITED ONE (1) YEAR WARRANTY- Minolta Corporation 101 Williams Drive Ramsey, New Jersey 07446 (לMinoltaמ) warrants that the product set forth below, IF PURCHASED IN THE UNITED STATES OR ANY ISLAND IN CARIBBEAN SEA, will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period of one (1) year from the original date of purchase under the following terms and conditions:1. To obtain service under this warranty, send or deliver this product, within the warranty period together with this warranty certificate, to any Minolta regional office or Minolta authorized warranty service center, you must also present proof of purchase showing the date and place of purchase and, if not prohibited by local law, pay a handling fee. 2. If, upon inspection by Minolta or a Minolta authorized warranty service center, the product is proved to be defective, it will be repaired without charge using if necessary, new parts or comparable used parts which have been fully reconditioned, and returned to you. Where not prohibited by local law, a freight charge may be imposed for the return of the product to you. The warranty period for replacement parts shall extend for a period of six (6) months following the installation of same or for the remaining period of this warranty, whichever is longer.3. This warranty card does not apply in the following cases:(a) damage to the product due to mishandling, alteration, accident, impact dropped, sand and/or liquid or moisture damage, tampering, battery, or chemical corrosion, failure to follow operating, maintenance or environmental instructions prescribed by the applicable instruction manual or shipping damage; or,(b) damage caused during service performed by other than Minolta or a Minolta authorized warranty service center; or,(c) if the product has had its serial number(s) or other identifying data removed; or,(d) damage, defect or unsatisfactory performance caused by the use or attachment of lenses, flashes or other accessories not manufactured or distributed by Minolta. 4. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES FOR THIS PRODUCT, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR USE OR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE PERIOD OF TIME SET FORTH BELOW FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE,