Panasonic VDR-D220 DVD Camera Front lens Element Replacement

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Panasonic VDR-D220 DVD Camera Front lens Element Replacement

Difficulty

Moderate

Steps

7

Time Required

20 minutes

Introduction

Dropped your camera, or forgot to put the lens cover back on then your lens is damaged. Any scratches or chips in a lens will alter your most valuable moments and leave you with an imperfect image. This guide will show you how to restore the quality of camera you deserve.

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    • Remove one 5mm screw on the bottom side of the camera with a Phillips #0 screwdriver.

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    • Open the side port door.

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    • Remove one 5mm screw inside the side port with your Phillips #0 screwdriver.

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    • Using a plastic spudger, pry to disconnect the top-front part of the camera.

    • Slide the top portion of the camera forward revealing a ribbon cable.

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    • Flip the camera on the right side.

    • Gently pull the front part from the main body to reveal the cables connecting them.

    • Do not pull too hard because of the ZIF connector cable.

    • Use your plastic opening tool to disconnect the connection point safely.

    • Press the tab with a plastic opening tool and then pull the ZIF connector to detach.

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    • Look at the camera from the front side.

    • Remove four 5mm screws using a Phillips #0 screwdriver.

    • There are two 5mm screws on each side of the lens, for a total of four screws.

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    • Pull the front element lens gently away from the camera.

    • In some cases the lens need not be replaced completely. Sometimes cleaning the lens with a microfiber cloth and isopropyl alcohol will alleviate blurry video issues.

Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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