[Bert jan Blok]

Well, i must say that it’s a stupid bug, and it should be warranty and all.

But on the other side i think that the hvx was such an enormous step forward in prosumer cams, never have seen sony (or any other) taking such a step. the problem simply could not be known at time of production, as the corrosion will set in after couple of years, when it’s out of warranty.

the problem is VERY easy to fix, and will cost you like 2 hours(instead of 300$). You need a small philips head screwdriver and a bigger one (to take the handle off)

If you’re not retarded it is very well do-able.
Don’t use screwdrivers to take cables out and use common sense.

i have some pics of the operation, and also a walkthrough on how to fliphack the lcd for 35mm adapters if anyone might be interested.

here you go!

[Bert jan Blok]

ok. im happy again.

ripped her open, pulled all the connections open and it works again!
any questions are welcome

YES!

[Bert jan Blok]

I have the same problem with my hvx200e. Had a shoot last week and after i offloaded the p2 cards i put it aside. Yesterday i wanted to take the camera for a spin and as soon as i turned it on it started recording. Wouldn’t stop so i took the battery out. No buttons working either.

I found a detailed how-to on how to fix it yourself (as it’s clearly no warranty question..) i’m going to take mine apart this afternoon and keep you’ll updated.

there seems to be a corrosion problem with one of the cables. Does anyone know the location of this bugger?

I’m new here, this is my first post. If i need to intro myself please let me know.

here’s a link to the detailed “rip-it-apart”
https://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?177130-HVX200P-Modular-Disassembly-%28DIY-Photos%29-To-Be-Cont..