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Sony CyberShot DSC-W1
Sony CyberShot DSC-W1
  • 4 out of 5
"Not Bad..."
  • 4 out of 5
"(Another) Broken Battery Door Cover & Holder"
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Answered Questions for the Sony DSC-W1

Q: battery door broken
A: You can also purchase a replacement part through Sony Parts and Accesories. The only problem... read more
Q: Does anyone have a repair manual for this camera?
A: Well, I found it... but unfortunately not for a free download like I was hoping... read more
Q: E61 error Sony Camers
A: E61 is a lens error. It could be due to the lens being knocked out... read more
Q: Lens remains stuck out and the on-off signal comes up -shows code E61
A: The E61 is a lens error - pretty much every manufacturer has a version of... read more
Q: Does anyone have a copy of the repair manual for the Sony DSC-W1 ?
A: Hi everyone.... I found the manuals...here are the links to the free part one and... read more
Q: Having the same problem with Battery door/ Can the part be bought in Sri Lanka?
A: Unfortunately, unless a member has working knowledge of SriLanka this is a difficult question to... read more
Q: Does anyone have a copy of the repair manual for the Sony DSC-W1 ? Having the same battery compartment door problem everyone else is having.
A: You can buy a copy here for about $10. I've also seen them on ebay. read more
Q: shutter release
A: SONY. You could see if you can find a parts camera on eBay, but you're... read more
Q: please send me the repair manual too, zeeshansalam@hotmail.co.uk
A: @zee:go here to download everything you need to repair the camera:http://d.turboupload.com/de/1803136/vk01w2c77h.htmlThe password is "Sonysucks... read more
Q: Lens on DSC-W1 doesn't retract makes noise & screen says turn on & off. It doesn't do nothing.
A: In my zipped file you can find some answers to your problems:http://d.turboupload.com/de/1803136/vk01w2c77h.html(Password = " Sonysucks! read more
Q: Why do brand new batteries only last for about 5 pictures on my camera
A: I'm guessing you either have dirty contacts - which can be cleaned using a pencil... read more
Q: my camera was dropped and the screen is broken. How much is a new screen and how is it installed?
A: Difficult to say unless you send it in for an estimate. But it won't be... read more
Q: How can you change the size of the picture on the camera?
A: Diana,To reduce the number of bytes in the picture,you can trim the picture taken during... read more
Q: why don't my batteries last
A: Here's a few articles from SONY's Knowledge base which may be helpful:Knowledge Article C240921The battery... read more
Q: DSC-W1 Question
A: Alehandro,I've uploaded the service manual on TurboUpload web site.The url (link) to download it is:http://d.turboupload.com/d/1706764/ITA-ENG_Sony_DSC-W1-W12_-_Pulizia_sensore_cc.zip.htmlHope... read more
Q: Is the rechargable battey (Ni-MH, Cyber-shot, 2000mAh) usable still ?
A: C.C.,AA NiMH batteries gradually lose the capacity to hold charge over their life cycle. It... read more
Q: why won't it take pictures?
A: That sounds like the shutter button is broken not to be very simple about it. read more
Q: How do you remove the red light when flash is on?
A: If you click on the menu button, it should pop up and say "setup" on... read more

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Open Questions for the Sony DSC-W1

Q: sony W1, battery compartment replacement
1 point for best answer - 2 replies
Q: my camera is flashing E61:00
5 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: my 32mb memory stick capacity not appering and utilised to full size
20 points for best answer - 5 replies
Q: instructions for replacing a Battery Door compartment
10 points for best answer - 3 replies
Q: Owner's manual online (PDF)?
5 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: I have a corosion, and a broken battery door, should I just buy a new camera?
15 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: Flash Light not working and it gives an error E:91:01. Please any guide me what to do?
10 points for best answer - 6 replies
Q: The camera turns off
20 points for best answer - 3 replies
Q: I have a sony DSC-W1. It got submerged in vitamin water.
10 points for best answer - 4 replies

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