Viewfinder Mirror and Lense

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This guide will show you how to install the viewfinder mirror and lens of the camera

This guide is meant to teach the reader to install a new viewfinder mirror and lens. If the lens or mirror are no longer working or broken, this guide will help the reader replace them with new ones.

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Add Note Edit Step 1 — Batteries  ¶ 

  • Flip the camera over so the bottom is facing you.

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Add Note Edit Step 2  ¶ 

  • Slid the casing on the bottom right out in the direction of the arrow.

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Add Note Edit Step 3  ¶ 

  • Remove the batteries by pulling up on the top with your fingers.

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Add Note Edit Step 4 — Plastic Casing  ¶ 

  • Unless otherwise stated, use a phillips #00 screwdriver to remove screws.

  • Remove the two 4.70mm screws in the bottom of the plastic casing.

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Add Note Edit Step 5  ¶ 

  • Remove the four 4.70mm screws in the left side of the camera.

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Add Note Edit Step 6  ¶ 

  • Now on the side with the strap, remove the other four 4.70mm screws.

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Add Note Edit Step 7  ¶ 

  • Use your thumbs to pry the case apart.

  • It is easiest to pry to case apart if your start at the bottom.

  • The case should come apart with minimal effort. If it doesn't, you can use a tool such as a Spudger or Plastic Opening tool.

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Add Note Edit Step 8  ¶ 

  • This step requires a significant amount of force.

  • Pull the bottom half of the inner camera out of case about half an inch. This may be difficult and force is necessary.

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