DIY a900/a850 LCD window replacement |
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mls15000 ![]() Groupie ![]() Knowldegbase Contributor Joined: 06 September 2006 Country: United States Location: Chicago, IL Status: Offline Posts: 68 |
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Per request of other forum members, I am making a new thread to be added to the knowledge base.
For those that don't like the hard plastic screen protectors on their cameras, replacing a scratched LCD window on your Sony Alpha camera is a pretty straight forward process. The LCD is pretty tough and scratch resistant, but eventually you will get some scratches and want to replace it. You will need to order a replacement LCD window (part# 411096601) and the adhesive sheet (part# 411097101) from the Sony Part Store. At the time of this tutorial, parts were around $27. Most Alpha cameras use the same type of LCD window (except the SLT models). If you can find a parts diagram, you will be able to find the exact part number for your alpha. Camera with bad LCD window. Its hard to capture the damage with a camera phone.... ![]() These are the 2 parts you need to order. One is the LCD Window, and the other is the Adhesive Sheet that holds it to the body: ![]() Warm the screen up a bit with a hair dryer. This softens the adhesive strip that holds the LCD window in place. Gently pry up a corner with the X-Acto knife and continue to lift while the window is still warm. ![]() Once screen is old removed, clean up the remaining bits of the adhesive strip left behind. I scrape it off with my fingernail and then use a q-tip and rubbing alcohol to remove the remaining residue. be careful to not touch the LCD screen itself, as finger prints and smudges are difficult to remove. The top section is now clean, the bottom and sides need to be cleaned still. I also use a lint free cloth to clean any dust and debris from the actual LCD screen. ![]() Once clean, apply the new adhesive strip. Sony makes this process really easy. The thin strip is affixed to a larger piece of thin plastic. This makes for perfect positioning. You can see a small tab on the bottom right. This is used to pull the backing away from the adhesive strip once you put it in place. ![]() ![]() Now pull off the protective film from the rear of the replacement LCD window, line up the bottom edge and press firmly into place. Once secured, remove the protective covering from the front of the LCD and admire your work. ![]() ![]() |
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Micholand ![]() Admin Group ![]() Knowledgebase Contributor Joined: 30 October 2005 Country: Germany Location: MUC Status: Offline Posts: 16701 |
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Thanks Mike, a very clearly written and illustrated contribution...
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nigelbrooks ![]() Emeritus group ![]() Joined: 15 March 2006 Country: England Location: Ealing, London Status: Offline Posts: 8526 |
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Excellent Mike and will hopefully save other members time and money. Thanks for sharing this.
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I've been away!
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smcabbott ![]() Senior Member ![]() Joined: 12 July 2009 Country: United States Location: Northeast Status: Offline Posts: 1800 |
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Thanks so much for sharing this. I had no idea it was that straightforward. I did not have any scratches on my LCD until I put the damn Sony protector over it. Now it is covered in them, even though I cleaned everything really well before putting it on and I've never found anything in between the two that would cause the scratches. But obviously something got in there...every time I look I see a new one.
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Shauna
a900 NEX5 a7R 12-24 16/2.8 20/2.8 20-35 24-50/4 28/2.8 28-70/2.8G 28-135 35/1.4 50/1.2 50/1.4 50/2.8 70-210/4 70-400G 80-200/2.8G 85/1.4G 100/2.8 100-400 135/2.8 500 |
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Cycletech ![]() Senior Member ![]() Joined: 25 April 2010 Location: Richmond, VA Status: Offline Posts: 195 |
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Thanks! Sony LCD Protector be damned!
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momech ![]() Senior Member ![]() Joined: 27 August 2006 Country: United States Location: United States Status: Offline Posts: 2934 |
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I'll add my Thanks!! as well. My A900 is going to need one fairly soon, you just saved me a fair amount of time and money.
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j.scooter ![]() Senior Member ![]() Joined: 01 October 2008 Country: United Kingdom Location: Canada Status: Offline Posts: 235 |
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Thanks for posting!!
Now I can remove the sticker protector thingy that I have on my screen to protect it from scratches. It degrades the image and when light hits it at just the right angle makes it impossible to see the lcd. It is now redundant as the replacement screen is $27 and a DIY solution. |
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smcabbott ![]() Senior Member ![]() Joined: 12 July 2009 Country: United States Location: Northeast Status: Offline Posts: 1800 |
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My parts are already on their way.
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Shauna
a900 NEX5 a7R 12-24 16/2.8 20/2.8 20-35 24-50/4 28/2.8 28-70/2.8G 28-135 35/1.4 50/1.2 50/1.4 50/2.8 70-210/4 70-400G 80-200/2.8G 85/1.4G 100/2.8 100-400 135/2.8 500 |
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5thElefant ![]() Senior Member ![]() Joined: 19 September 2008 Country: United Kingdom Location: Wales Status: Offline Posts: 3242 |
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Excellent. Bookmarked just in case.
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Simon α900|A7|RX10|DXO
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portomomo ![]() Newbie ![]() Joined: 14 August 2012 Country: Portugal Location: lisboa Status: Offline Posts: 1 |
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Bookmarked too, thanks.
But verified today availability: The price duplicated within a year: 47,38 USD screen, 13,24 USD glue. ![]() ![]() I'm really surprised.... |
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psychni ![]() Newbie ![]() Joined: 20 April 2006 Country: Greece Location: Greece Status: Offline Posts: 5 |
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Hi to All!!
Are those parts [ replacement LCD window (part# 411096601) and the adhesive sheet (part# 411097101) ] the same for A900 and for A850 for sure? Because in Sony's official site referred as for A900.. With Best Regards Nikos |
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adakshi ![]() Senior Member ![]() Joined: 27 February 2009 Country: United States Location: Texas Status: Offline Posts: 169 |
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Bookmarked
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Sony A900|SAL135F18Z|SAL50F14|KM-1735|HVL-F60M|HVL-F58AM|HVL-F20M
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Photosopher ![]() Senior Member ![]() Knowledgebase Contributor Joined: 13 June 2010 Country: United States Location: St. Louis Mo Status: Offline Posts: 4190 |
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Can we sticky this fantastic article?
Thanks mls15000! |
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Pirate ![]() Senior Member ![]() Joined: 16 May 2007 Country: United Kingdom Location: Liverpool Status: Offline Posts: 5763 |
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Or you can buy the £2.33 glass FOTGA screen from evilBay and do likewise, plus it's already got the adhesive strip around the edge, so it's a simple replacement in addition to using it to cover the original screen. The GGS version is also available from Amazon (USA) for $5.69 delivered or the eForCity version for $3.56 delivered (this version is marked α-900 and doesn't have any 3rd party manufacturers logo on it).
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