Minolta Dimage Xt Flashbulb and Housing Replacement

Written By: Keith Sechrist

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Minolta Dimage Xt Flashbulb and Housing Replacement

Difficulty

Moderate

Steps

Time Required

20 minutes

Introduction

The flashbulb and casing are one component located at the top of the camera. A replacement will be the whole component and not each of the parts separately.

Tools

Phillips #00 Screwdriver

Step 1

Locate and remove the silver screws on each side of the camera.
Use the Phillips #00 Screwdriver to unscrew all 2.0mm (4 instances) and 4.0mm (2 instances) screws.

Step 2

Then, carefully pry apart the front and back outer casing away from the internal components.
Be aware of the ribbon wire that will disconnect when the casing is detached.

Step 3

Remove 2mm screws connecting the flash housing to the main components of the camera.
Use a Philips #00 screwdriver to remove the black 2.0mm (4 instances) screws .

Step 4

Use the spudger to push the black plastic hooks through the circuit board to release the flash housing.
Once the screws have been removed, pull the circuit board away from the body of the camera.
Wires will keep it from completely detaching.
Pull the housing away from the circuit board.

Conclusion

To reassemble device, follow steps in reverse order. This will require the reattachment of wires from the camera to the flashbulb casing.

Author

Keith Sechrist

Member since: 11/03/13

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