BajaNomad - Nikon D-40 shutter-release problem...any advice?

Nikon D-40 shutter-release problem...any advice?

Pompano - 11-21-2011 at 09:32 AM

I have a slight problem with one of my cameras..a Nikon D-40 with Nikkor 18-15mm lens.

I get a continous error message on the screen:

"Error: press shutter release button again."

It won't release. I really hope I don't have to send it in, and that's why I'm asking any and all camera buffs for your advice on doing a fix here in Baja.

I've researched it online, but not much help there...other than SEND IT IN. The camera Menu does not offer any obvious solutions, either.

Any ideas? Thanks.

[Edited on 11-23-2011 by Pompano]

tripledigitken - 11-21-2011 at 09:41 AM

That's a new one on me. I have had a D70s, D80, and now D7000 and not experienced that problem.

Have you seen this???? I would try this after coffee, but before the happy hour.

:lol:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W0bXoY9ZMZg

LaTijereta - 11-21-2011 at 09:45 AM

Try removing all the batteries and memory card, and see if can re-set itself after they are re-installed..

Also, do you get the same message with a different lens attached...

Pompano - 11-21-2011 at 09:48 AM

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Originally posted by tripledigitken
That's a new one on me. I have had a D70s, D80, and now D7000 and not experienced that problem.

Have you seen this???? I would try this after coffee, but before the happy hour.

:lol:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W0bXoY9ZMZg

Thanks, Ken...I'll try that right after today's poker game. There's always priorities!

p.s.....now I'm gonna need a REALLY teeny-tiny screwdriver....

[Edited on 11-21-2011 by Pompano]

Pompano - 11-21-2011 at 09:51 AM

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Originally posted by LaTijereta
Try removing all the batteries and memory card, and see if can re-set itself after they are re-installed..

Also, do you get the same message with a different lens attached...

Another thanks, but tried that first, and No Go. I think I may have worn the damn thing out! Checking my pc's pic memory, it shows almost 10,000 digitals since I bought it a couple years ago....I think I may have left the rapid-shutter feature on for a night or two. :rolleyes:

Russ - 11-21-2011 at 10:00 AM

It only does it (or doesn't do it) with that one lens? Is it the Nikon lens that came with it? check out how all the thingies on the coupler move. Maybe..... I have the D60. Wish I had the 7000

LaTijereta - 11-21-2011 at 10:03 AM

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Originally posted by Pompano

Another thanks, but tried that first, and No Go. I think I may have worn the damn thing out! Checking my pc's pic memory, it shows almost 10,000 digitals since I bought it a couple years ago....I think I may have left the rapid-shutter feature on for a night or two. :rolleyes:

Amigo.. Your problem maybe having to take so many images to keep up with all those "co=pilot(s)" your hanging around.. :lol:

tripledigitken - 11-21-2011 at 10:06 AM

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Originally posted by Pompano

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Roger,

You're just getting that broke in. When you get to 50,000 cycles start thinking about a new model.

Ken

[Edited on 11-21-2011 by tripledigitken]

Pompano - 11-21-2011 at 10:07 AM

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Originally posted by LaTijereta

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Amigo.. Your problem maybe having to take so many images to keep up with all those "co=pilot(s)" your hanging around.. :lol:

Hah...no, too risky. As in the movie "Highlander"...There can be only one.

Pompano - 11-21-2011 at 10:10 AM

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Originally posted by Russ
It only does it (or doesn't do it) with that one lens? Is it the Nikon lens that came with it? check out how all the thingies on the coupler move. Maybe..... I have the D60. Wish I had the 7000

Yeah, good thought, Russ, but I tried that at first, too...nada. I changed to this lens some time ago. I do like the standard lens, though...much better for close-ups, portraits, flowers, etc.

Russ - 11-21-2011 at 10:10 AM

I googled your error message and looked at this thread:

http://www.flickr.com/groups/d40slr/discuss/7215760892036010...

I Solve It... Hi Guys, I had the same problem few months ago, after reading some similar posts and trying all suggestions I finally took my D40X to Nikon, they spent two weeks in diagnostics to finally said that will cost me 150$ and 6 more weeks, I got my camera back and I try it and it was working perfectly..
but...yesterday, after some months I got the same error, and here is the solution .
I took off the 8 screws at the botton plate and the screw hidden at the edge near the batery (you have to take off the battery).
After taking off the botton plate I saw a red gearwheel and I move it in any direction.. then I put the battery and Viola!!.. worked... then I put back the botton plate... seems that the gear is part of the mechanics of the shutter that probably was stuck.
I Hope this helps, but remember my D40X was out of guaranty, because of that I dared to open it

Good luck !

[Edited on 11-21-2011 by Russ]

Pompano - 11-21-2011 at 10:12 AM

Ken...my pic count was just the ones I put on this laptop, I think the D-40 has about 50K on it already! I am AVID!

tripledigitken - 11-21-2011 at 10:16 AM

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Originally posted by Pompano
Ken...my pic count was just the ones I put on this laptop, I think the D-40 has about 50K on it already! I am AVID!

I feel your pain/pleasure!

I had over 70,000 on my D80 when I bought the D7000 this year. Good that the life is 150,000 cycles on the D7000.

wessongroup - 11-21-2011 at 01:24 PM

Thanks to all... have a Nikon also.. but, so far no problems.. but, now I have some handy checks for future concerns...

DENNIS - 11-21-2011 at 01:32 PM

When all else fails:

http://us.123rf.com/400wm/400/400/tiero/tiero1012/tiero10120...

CortezBlue - 11-21-2011 at 01:40 PM

If you haven't got it going yet, try to remove the lens and re attach it or try a different lens.

Every now and again I get some weird issues on my older Nikon and this seems to help.

Hope it does.

805gregg - 11-21-2011 at 05:20 PM

I have a 40DX also, never had a problem, just take it to thye local camara shop I'm sure they can fix it, oh wait you're in Mexico, that probably won't work.

acadist - 11-22-2011 at 09:41 PM

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Originally posted by Pompano

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Originally posted by LaTijereta

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Amigo.. Your problem maybe having to take so many images to keep up with all those "co=pilot(s)" your hanging around.. :lol:

Hah...no, too risky. As in the movie "Highlander"...There can be only one.

careful not to lose your head

AmoPescar - 11-23-2011 at 12:31 AM

Hi Roger...

Have you tried some WD-40 on it?

As we all know...the stuff works on just about anything!

Have used it on many electrical items and it doesn't seem to impede or interfere with electrical circuitry in any way.

Maybe you can drip some around the shutter button or in the above mentioned gear and/or anywhere else you think it might help.

MIguelamo :light:

tripledigitken - 11-24-2011 at 09:12 PM

Must not have had any success?

Hook - 11-24-2011 at 09:23 PM

DONT use WD-40. It leaves a residue. That can attract crud that could continue to give the shutter release problems.

If anything, use an electrical contact cleaner. Be sure and have the batteries out and only use it around the shutter release. Use it in sparing amounts.

I'm betting it's a microprocessor problem, which would mean it is likely not fixable. Or a very expensive fix.

Did you try that gear fix that Russ found?

[Edited on 11-25-2011 by Hook]

[Edited on 11-25-2011 by Hook]

Roberto - 11-24-2011 at 09:34 PM

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Originally posted by AmoPescar
Hi Roger...

Have you tried some WD-40 on it?

As we all know...the stuff works on just about anything!

Have used it on many electrical items and it doesn't seem to impede or interfere with electrical circuitry in any way.

Maybe you can drip some around the shutter button or in the above mentioned gear and/or anywhere else you think it might help.

MIguelamo :light:

Dude, I would be careful about suggesting WD-40 (or anything) on delicate electronics with sensitive micro-processors without real knowledge. Not sure the "why not try this" approach is best in this case. Maybe wait until you've sobered up before shooting your mouth off?

[Edited on 11-25-2011 by Roberto]

Pompano - 11-24-2011 at 09:38 PM

Hook, I did try that, but need a smaller screwdriver for the last 2 of 8 screws. A tool like an eyeglass screwdiver mini-size.
Will run into Mulege tomorrow and buy one at the K-Mart downtown.

I do have electric contact improvement spray and used it sparingly, plus used a cotton swab with WD-40 to clean and lube teeny-tiny places....hell, I'd try my Cummins Rotella T 15-40 if I thought it would help!

I will have this camera fixed .... manana. :rolleyes:

One good thing, Ginny, my buddy Randy's wife, is a senior person with Nikon. I get discounts!

[Edited on 11-25-2011 by Pompano]

AmoPescar - 11-24-2011 at 10:50 PM

Roberto

Dude...just who the hell do you think you are? You don't even know me, so you might want to know what you're talking about before you go shooting your big mouth off on here and insulting me!!! I hadn't been drinking, nor do I ever drink enough to lose my sensibilities! So F off!

And Mr. High and Mighty...I have used WD-40 before in very light amounts on small electrical and delicate items to free up things which werer sticking, etc. Works just great in slight amounts! Guess I should have specified 'light'.

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Originally posted by Roberto

Dude, I would be careful about suggesting WD-40 (or anything) on delicate electronics with sensitive micro-processors without real knowledge. Not sure the "why not try this" approach is best in this case. Maybe wait until you've sobered up before shooting your mouth off?

[Edited on 11-25-2011 by Roberto]

Michael /Miguelamo :mad: