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Sony HDR-HC3 Camcorder Disassembly

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Sony HDR-HC3 Camcorder Disassembly

Introduction

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Guide to disassemble the camcorder (Separating the "screen/battery compartment" section from the "cassette mechanism/camera" section.)

DISCLAIMER: This device contains a capacitor that can charge up to 300V. If you do not know what you are doing, do not touch it!

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    1. Sony HDR-HC3 Camcorder Disassembly, Locating #1 Screws: step 1, image 1 of 3 Sony HDR-HC3 Camcorder Disassembly, Locating #1 Screws: step 1, image 2 of 3 Sony HDR-HC3 Camcorder Disassembly, Locating #1 Screws: step 1, image 3 of 3
      • Locate the black screws on the bottom of the camcorder (3 screws)

      • In the battery compartment (1 screw)

      • Next to the "bezel" part (1 screw)

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    2. Sony HDR-HC3 Camcorder Disassembly, Location of #2 screws: step 2, image 1 of 2 Sony HDR-HC3 Camcorder Disassembly, Location of #2 screws: step 2, image 2 of 2
      • Above the camcorder (3 screws)

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    3. Sony HDR-HC3 Camcorder Disassembly, Remove the "aluminum" part: step 3, image 1 of 1
      • Orange screw

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    4. Sony HDR-HC3 Camcorder Disassembly, Removing the aluminum part 2: step 4, image 1 of 2 Sony HDR-HC3 Camcorder Disassembly, Removing the aluminum part 2: step 4, image 2 of 2
      • CAUTION: Carefully disconnect the orange ribbon cable from the board.

      • Lift slightly until you can access the 2nd ribbon cable underneath.

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    5. Sony HDR-HC3 Camcorder Disassembly, Disconnect the battery connector: step 5, image 1 of 1
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    6. Sony HDR-HC3 Camcorder Disassembly, TA-DA! You're done: step 6, image 1 of 1
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Conclusion

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

Be careful not to bend the "orange" ribbon cables, as they may tear.

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