Housing DV blocked open on Sony DCR-HC35

Hello, I'm thinking of the part that locks it which would remain in the 'open' position...

Good evening,

For my part, the problem was the same even with the camcorder plugged into the socket.

Since I used Fire-Black's trick, it works like before, so I think it was a software issue; the system thinks the lid is closed when it's actually open, so it doesn't initiate the closing procedure.

I'm increasingly bitter about new technologies.
It's like changing a simple high beam bulb on a Fiat Stilo... (2h).

The smaller and more compact it is, the more likely there will be minor issues that are probably trivial but incredibly difficult to find.
The whole digital aspect will also have its failures :/

Hello,

Same problem with the painful hours, and after trying everything, I went to a Canadian website, I think, and here's what I found: a video explaining how to unlock the mechanism part. After following the instructions to the letter, it works very well. Be careful though, it's not without risk, but it's easy.

Good luck.

Below is the link
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RSnyDtJOu6k

Otherwise, type in the YouTube search
Repair Sony Camcorder Error code C:32:11 Mini DV HDV temporarily

slt press the guide button on your camcorder screen, then press the disp guide button, then on the first adroit box at the top, and finally press the end button.

Hello,
I just came across this site. My problem was with my DCR-HC35E camcorder. The mini DV was ejected, the compartment wouldn’t close, and it was displaying a flashing error message "reconnect the power" code C:32:11.
I did several tests by removing the battery, reconnecting it... I managed to close the compartment but still got the same error message and it was impossible to eject it... So I did a RESET, removed the battery, and plugged in the power supply. Then I turned off the camcorder for a few seconds. I turned it back on while keeping the mini-DV compartment closed. Everything returned to normal. No more error message and everything works fine.
I hope this procedure can help some of you.

Hello everyone,
If the error code is C 32 11, it means the "gear mode" sensor is stuck (cogwheel), which keeps the cam in the open position and makes it impossible to close the cassette compartment. The temporary solution is on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nx6WQWdo92k It took me 10 minutes and everything is back to normal, but there is no guarantee that the issue won't come back. The sensor needs to be replaced (there's also a video available on YouTube for replacing it).

Fab

I have the same problem as you with a Sony HDR DC5. What do you think the problem is, and if not, how much does the repair cost? Thank you for the information.

I just did exactly the same thing as FelMed46 and it WORKS!!!

Hello, try with another cassette, it’s possible that this one has a defect or has been left out in the sun for too long, which may have caused it to warp...

Hello, if it doesn’t close when empty, it means there’s a part that is located where it shouldn't be!! Either it's broken, or it's not returning properly... Could there be a small piece of the previous tape stuck inside?

Same problem. After visiting quite a few sites and doing what they suggested,
even going so far as to slap my camcorder, I simply turned it off, removed the battery, and then put it back on. For me, it worked and it still works.

the youtube video should be provided by sony!
it saved me

Good evening and thank you for your reply. Unfortunately, the test has already been done, but even when empty, it doesn't close. Maybe another solution???

Hello; Same problem with a DCR-HC35. It happened after I replaced the original 7.2V battery with a new one from Sony, but at 6.8 volts (NP-FH50). I also have an error message on the screen asking me to reconnect the power source (whether I'm on battery or AC, the same message appears). Personally, I think the internal electronics have "blown a fuse," but despite examining the mechanical components with a magnifying glass and performing a full reset, nothing has changed. If my experience can help move things forward.... I hesitate to send it back to Sony because it would cost me the price of a new one...!
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Quelbins

Hello, have you tried removing the battery and the battery for quite a while?

I have the same problem too, but I don't understand your solution... Actually, on my side, I can insert the cassette, but the compartment doesn't come down. As soon as I put it under tension, it ejects the cassette... ... ...

For me, it's working perfectly, thank you DJ Fire-Black.

Hello, I had the same issue.

In fact, the battery was almost drained, so it wouldn't close the cassette compartment. Maybe it required too much energy...

I just removed and reinserted the battery, and the compartment closed!

Hope this helps!

It's true that this system is really not practical, luckily digital has arrived :D

Catch you later!

Hi
well I had the same problem, like everyone else, I followed the link given by Fredj, and I finally managed to close the compartment of my Sony HandyCam Mini DV by following the exact same steps in the video, so for me it's a mechanical problem rather than a software one,
here's the link again

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RSnyDtJOu6k

Good repair, and thanks to the guy in the video