Introduction

If your digitizer cable has failed in your Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX9 camera, follow this guide to replace. By following this guide you should be able to continue using your camera.

A digitizer cable is important to the camera as it sends the display signals to the camera screen from the motherboard. It is vital for both camera operation and a live view of the lens.

Be sure to remove the batteries from your camera prior to beginning this guide.

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    • Power off your device by locating the on/off switch on top of camera.

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    • Remove the screw located on the right side of the camera.

    • Remove the screw located on the bottom right of the camera, and remove the cover from the camera.

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    • Remove the screw located on the base of the camera.

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    • Pry the top part of the camera slowly. Be careful not to tear the digitilizer cable.

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    • Open the bigger clamp using a spudger or other tools. Repeat for the smaller clamp.

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    • Carefully take the thin ribbon and insert cable end into the latch. Do this for both sides.

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    • Once the ribbon is placed into the latch, carefully close the clamps by lowering the clamp into a down position. Repeat this step for both sides.

Conclusion

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

Kim Dung Nguyen

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