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Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570 Flash Replacement

Introduction

Be sure to remove the battery before beginning this procedure, and use caution when handling the flash capacitor. Do not touch the capacitor leads, or you may receive a nasty shock.

What you need

  1. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570 Flash Replacement, Case Cover: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Begin by facing the camera bottom side up to reveal the two 2.93 mm long screws

    • Remove these two screws using a Philips #00 screwdriver

    • Make sure the battery compartment door is in lock position.

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  2. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570 Flash Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Turn the camera sideways on its left side making sure the two 2.93 mm long screws are facing upwards

    • Remove the two 2.93 mm long screws using a Phillips #00 screwdriver

    • Keep all screws on stable surface to not loose them

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  3. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570 Flash Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Turn the camera on its right side making sure it is facing upwards

    • Remove the last two 2.93 mm long screws using a Phillips #00 screwdriver

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  4. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570 Flash Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 2 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570 Flash Replacement: step 4, image 2 of 2

    • Face the device with the camera lens facing upwards

    • Now that all the screws are unscrewed, the plastic opening tool will be used to remove the front cover.

    • Gently pry off each corner of the cover to remove it

    • Once all corners are pried off, gently lift off the cover and place it on the side

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  6. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570 Flash Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 2 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570 Flash Replacement: step 5, image 2 of 2

    • Flip the device, making sure the screen is facing upwards

    • The back case should now be visible and ready to remove

    • Use the plastic opening tool to gently pry all along the corners and sides of the camera.

    • Gently lift off the entire back cover and place it on the side

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  7. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570 Flash Replacement, LCD Screen: step 6, image 1 of 1

    • Taking off the previous cover will reveal the two cables connecting the LCD screen to the motherboard below the screen.

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  8. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570 Flash Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the LCD screen from the side opposite the battery terminals.

    • Watch carefully for the two cords mentioned in the previous step. These will still be connected.

    • The side will flip up as shown in the next step.

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  9. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570 Flash Replacement: step 8, image 1 of 1

    • Pull these two cords straight back to disconnect them from the respective housings.

    • Caution: The housing does not need to be moved or adjusted in any way. DO NOT pull the cords at an angle, it can destroy the cords and the housing. Pull Straight Back!

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  10. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570 Flash Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 1

    • This is what the camera should look like after 2 cords and the screen have been removed.

    • The lens cord is being held to the side for a clearer view.

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  11. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570 Flash Replacement, Flash: step 10, image 1 of 1

    • These are buttons for menu. Be sure to check that the flash settings are correct for your scene. Do not replace flash until settings are verified.

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  12. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570 Flash Replacement: step 11, image 1 of 2 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570 Flash Replacement: step 11, image 2 of 2

    • Caution: Touching the capacitor wires may cause serious injury. Use a capacitor discharge probe to safely rid the capacitors of dangerous charges.

    • After camera is disassembled the capacitor will need to be removed. Ribbons are gently pulled away from connector.

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Conclusion

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

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