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Canon ZR70 MC
Canon ZR70 MC
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"My screen is blank"
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"Blank screen for the last 6 months. Worked well prior."
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Canon User (canonuser192) 0 pts

My ZR70MC works when pluged in AC outlet, but does not work with the battery.

Battery is new and fully charged. The contacts have been cleaned. Any other suggestions?
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Piero Foto (ifotomedia) 7096 pts
May 21, 2007 1:21 AM
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Hey, Canon User.
The last time I came across the same battery power issue on this site, it ended-up being an internal electronic repair. Now, since your cam is fully functional on A/C, its a good sign of nothing major.

The only thing else I can add is, manufactures always stress using their own brand name battries, and sometimes the manufactures do not allow third party bateries to work on their devices.

Good Luck!
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Canon User (canonuser192) 0 pts
June 6, 2007 8:10 PM
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Thanks for the assistance. Minor or major, I don't know but it is not apparent after taking apart to expose the area of circuit board connection of the battery &/or a/c connection.

The actual battery was replaced twice. 1st with a generic replacement then with a Canon replacement. Same problem.
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Piero Foto (ifotomedia) 7096 pts
June 6, 2007 8:14 PM
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Check with Canon, there has been some recalls with ZR60, 70, 90, and some other models. You might just get lucky and have this problem fixed for free. I know there was a CCD sensor issue which was recalled, there could be a connection.

Good Luck!
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Piero Foto (ifotomedia) 7096 pts
June 6, 2007 8:19 PM
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This Service Notice will update Canon U.S.A., Inc.'s previous CCD Image Sensor Advisory, dated October 6, 2005.

It has come to our attention that the vendor-supplied CCD image sensor used in certain Canon digital cameras and digital video camcorders may cause the following malfunction: When the product is used in recording or playback mode, the LCD screen and/or electronic viewfinder may exhibit either a distorted image or no image at all. While reports of this malfunction have been rare in the United States, we have determined that it may occur if the product is exposed to hot and humid environments.

Notice of Additional Affected Products:
As a result of our continuing investigation of this malfunction, we have determined that the 11 models listed below, in addition to the 16 models listed in our Service Notice concerning this malfunction, dated October 6, 2005, may be affected.

Affected products:

- Camcorders: ZR60, ZR65 MC, ZR70 MC, ZR80, ZR85, ZR90, ELURA 40 MC, ELURA 50
- Digital Cameras A60, A70, A75, A300, A310, S230, SD100, SD110, A40(*), A80(*), A85(*), A95(*), S1 IS(*), S60(*), S200(*), S330(*), S400(*), S410(*), S500(*)

*Models added as of Oct.31, 2006

Malfunction:
It has been confirmed that the connecting parts of the internal wiring of the CCD used in affected products may become disconnected, especially if the affected products are stored or used in high-temperature and high-humidity environments. If this occurs, the signal is not output from the CCD normally in Shooting Mode, which may cause a distorted image or the absence of an image. This malfunction can be confirmed on the LCD monitor screen during shooting. The same malfunction also appears on the recorded image.

Canon's Response:
Effective immediately, and regardless of warranty status, Canon will repair, free of charge, the products listed above exhibiting the above-mentioned malfunction if Canon determines that the malfunction is caused by the CCD image sensor. Canon will also cover the cost of shipping and handling in connection with this repair.

U.S. residents are kindly directed to contact the Canon Customer Support Center for further assistance at 1-800-828-4040. Support hours are Monday thru Friday - 8:00 AM to 12:00 midnight; and Saturday 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM (all times EST). Alternatively, if electronic support is preferred, please send your email to carecenter@cits.canon.com

This information is for residents of the United States of America and Puerto Rico only. If you do not reside in the USA or Puerto Rico, please contact the Canon Customer Support Center in your region.

We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience caused by this issue, and appreciate your understanding in this matter. Thank you for your support and patronage of Canon products.

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