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philslizzy
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 Posted: Fri Dec 12, 2014 3:54 pm Post subject: Minolta Dynax 5 problem |
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philslizzy wrote:
I picked up a nice Dynax 5 and 28-100 lens. I put a pair of CR2 lithium batteries in it and it doesn't fire up. I keep getting the flashing low battery indicator.
Is this something to do with the batteries or anything? They are brand new out of the packet and read a tad over 3v each so they are ok.
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kansalliskala wrote:
you looked at the obvoius battery compartment problems?
preferebly not a capacitor problem .. 
edit: silly idea: remove lens and try again, some shortcut problems removed?
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PWhite214
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PWhite214 wrote:
The maxxum 5 is a beautiful camera. I have one or two in my stash. I hope nothing more than dirty contacts is causing the problem. If you get it working, pick up a 70-210 f4 'Beercan'. I love using mine for film or digital.
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philslizzy
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philslizzy wrote:
| kansalliskala wrote: |
you looked at the obvoius battery compartment problems?
preferebly not a capacitor problem ..
edit: silly idea: remove lens and try again, some shortcut problems removed? |
Tried the only other lens I had and its the same
| PWhite214 wrote: |
The maxxum 5 is a beautiful camera. I have one or two in my stash. I hope nothing more than dirty contacts is causing the problem. If you get it working, pick up a 70-210 f4 'Beercan'. I love using mine for film or digital.
Good luck
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The contacts are squeaky clean Phil. The camera is like new.
What a shame because I don't really like the Minolta AF bodies generally but this one I like very much.
I'll sell it for the lens for £15 (+PP) if anyone is interested. Otherwise it goes back to the shop before the end of the week.
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TAo2
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TAo2 wrote:
Hi Phil,
try leaving it switched on for a couple of days - without batteries - then switch off/on tae see if battery indicator doesn't flash. If so, switch off again insert batteries, hold breath and switch on...  |
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philslizzy
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philslizzy wrote:
Too late now, I've got my money back.Thanks all for your replies.
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