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🔧 Sony Professional Camcorder Specialist – All Series
I service PMW, PXW, HXR, HDW, SRW series – XDCAM, XAVC, HDCAM. Free estimates available.
Posted: June 2025
⚡ Rush Service Available
Rush service depends on parts availability. Free estimate provided before any work begins.
Posted: June 2025
📦 Nationwide Shipping
Secure shipping for all camcorders. Custom packing guidance provided.
Posted: June 2025
🎯 FREE ESTIMATES – NO OBLIGATION
Contact me for a free, no-obligation estimate on your Sony camcorder repair. I provide detailed diagnostics before any work begins. Call, email, or start a service ticket.
⚠️ IMPORTANT NOTE: I am not responsible for individuals attempting to repair camcorders based on this page. Professional camcorder repair requires specialized tools. Contact me for professional service and a free estimate.
🇺🇸 I WORK LOCALLY & NATIONWIDE 🇺🇸
Los Angeles • Southern California • Shipping Across USA — free estimates available for all models
⚠️ FOCUS: SONY PROFESSIONAL CAMCORDERS – ALL SERIES I service all Sony professional camcorders including PMW, PXW, HXR, HDW, SRW series. XDCAM, XAVC, and HDCAM formats. Common failures include SxS card slots, viewfinder issues, sensor dust, audio board problems, tape mechanism (HDCAM), power supply failure. Free estimates provided.
Complete Sony Professional Camcorder Repair Services
🔍 Full Diagnostic & Evaluation Free estimate! Assess recording media (SxS/XQD/SD), sensor, viewfinder, audio, power supply, control board.
💾 SxS / XQD / SD Card Slot Repair Card slot replacement, contact cleaning, controller IC repair, firmware update. PMW/EX/PXW series.
📼 Tape Mechanism Service (HDW/SRW) HDCAM/HDSR transport overhaul, head cleaning/replacement, pinch roller, tape path alignment.
🔍 Viewfinder & LCD Repair EVF no image, dim display, cracked LCD, backlight replacement, diopter adjustment repair.
⚡ Power Supply & Battery Board No power, intermittent shutdown, battery communication (InfoLITHIUM), DC input jack repair.
🎤 Audio Board Repair XLR input failure, no audio, noisy preamps, phantom power, headphone jack issues.
📷 Sensor Cleaning & Calibration Dust removal, dead pixel mapping, color calibration, flange back adjustment.
🔌 SDI / HDMI / Video Output Repair No output, intermittent signal, 3G-SDI/HD-SDI failure, HDMI handshake.
🎮 Control Board & Firmware Button failure, joystick issues, corrupted firmware, menu system problems, updates.
🏆 COMPLETE FULL RESTORATION All services – camcorder restored to factory-like performance with 90-day warranty. Free estimate first.
📟 Sony Camcorder Error Codes & Symptoms
🔧 Common error codes for PMW, PXW, HXR, HDW, SRW series: Based on 30+ years experience.
SxS/XQD Card & Recording Errors (PMW/PXW/HXR)
| Error/Symptom | Failure | My Repair Action |
|---|
| Media not recognized / Card error | SxS slot failure, contact oxidation | Clean contacts, replace slot, update firmware |
| Recording stops / buffer overflow | Controller IC failure, card speed mismatch | Replace controller, test with known-good cards |
Power & Boot Errors (All Models)
| Error/Symptom | Failure | My Repair Action |
|---|
| No power / no LED | PSU failure, battery board, main board short | Diagnose power rail, replace capacitors, repair battery board |
| Intermittent shutdown | Overheating, failing PSU, battery communication | Check fan, repair power board, test battery contacts |
Viewfinder & LCD Errors
| Error/Symptom | Failure | My Repair Action |
|---|
| No image / blank EVF | Backlight failure, driver board, ribbon cable | Replace backlight, repair driver, replace cable |
| Flickering / dim display | Backlight aging, inverter failure | Replace backlight assembly, repair inverter |
Tape Mechanism Errors (HDW-F900R, SRW-9000)
| Error/Symptom | Failure | My Repair Action |
|---|
| C:31:00 / Tape loading error | Loading belt broken, worn gears | Replace loading belt, lubricate gears, realign tape path |
| C:32:20 / Drum trouble | Drum motor failure, head wear | Replace drum assembly, measure RF envelope |
| Dropout / artifacts | Head wear/clog, tape path misalignment | Clean heads, replace if worn, realign path |
📌 Note: Free estimate includes full diagnostic testing for your specific model. I stock common parts for all Sony professional camcorders.
🔧 Common Sony Camcorder Failures – From My Bench
💡 MY APPROACH: I stock common parts for PMW, PXW, HXR, HDW, SRW series. My average turnaround is 20 business days, depends on parts availability. Free estimates always provided.
✅ WHY TRUST ME WITH YOUR SONY PROFESSIONAL CAMCORDER:
- 30+ Years Broadcast Equipment Repair Experience (Since 1991)
- Specialized expertise in PMW, PXW, HXR, HDW, SRW series
- Factory-level repair procedures for all Sony professional camcorders
- SxS/XQD/SD card slot and controller repair – BGA rework, slot replacement
- HDCAM/HDSR tape transport overhaul – heads, pinch rollers, tape path
- Sensor cleaning and dead pixel mapping
- Audio board repair – XLR preamps, phantom power, headphone amps
- Power supply and battery board repair – InfoLITHIUM communication
- FREE ESTIMATES – no obligation, detailed diagnostic before any work
- 90-day warranty on all work
- Nationwide insured shipping
🎯 GET YOUR FREE ESTIMATE TODAY
No obligation. Detailed diagnostic report before any work.
Call, email, or start a service ticket – I respond within 24 hours.
Restore Your Sony Professional Camcorder
Start a service ticket for a free estimate – I'll respond within 24 hours. Average turnaround 20 business days, subject to parts availability. Rush service depends on parts availability. Free estimates always provided.
Email: jt@tekmg.com
Frequently Asked Questions – Sony Professional Camcorder Repair
❓ What Sony camcorder models do you service?
All professional models including PMW, PXW, HXR, HDW, SRW series. See the complete model list at the bottom of this page. Free estimate available.
❓ My camcorder won't read SxS/XQD cards. Can you fix it?
Yes – card slot contacts wear out or controller IC fails. I can clean or replace the slot and repair the controller. Free estimate provided.
❓ Do you repair tape mechanisms on HDW-F900R and SRW-9000?
Yes – I overhaul HDCAM/HDSR transports including heads, pinch rollers, loading belts, and tape path alignment. Free estimate included.
❓ My viewfinder is dim / flickering. What's wrong?
Usually EVF backlight or inverter board. I can replace the backlight or repair the inverter circuit. Free estimate provided.
❓ Do you perform sensor cleaning?
Yes – I clean sensors on all models. Dust causes spots in video. Free estimate included.
❓ How do I get a free estimate?
Call (818) 244-4440, email jt@tekmg.com, or start a service ticket. No obligation.
❓ How long does a repair take?
Average 20 business days, depends on parts availability. Free estimate includes timeline.
❓ Is the estimate really free?
Yes – absolutely no obligation. You decide after receiving the estimate.
📋 Complete Sony Professional Camcorder Model List
All models serviced – free estimates available
PMW Series (XDCAM EX)
PMW-EX1R
PMW-EX3
PMW-100
PMW-150
PMW-200
PMW-320
PMW-500
PMW-F5
PMW-55
PMW-Z190
PMW-Z200
PMW-Z280
PMW-400
PMW-580
PMW-700
PXW Series (XAVC / XDCAM)
PXW-Z90V
PXW-Z190
PXW-Z280
PXW-Z300
PXW-Z450
PXW-Z750
PXW-Z750 (V2)
PXW-X400
PXW-X500
PXW-FS5
PXW-FS5M2
PXW-FS7
PXW-FS7M2
PXW-FX6
PXW-FX9
PXW-FX9VK
HXR Series (Professional / ENG-Style)
HXR-NX5R
HXR-NX200
HXR-NX800
HXR-MC2500
HXR-MC88
HXR-IFR5
HDW Series (HDCAM)
HDW-F900R
HDW-730S
HDW-750
HDW-790
HDW-1800
HDW-2000
HDW-M2000
SRW Series (HDSR)
SRW-9000
SRW-9000PL
SRW-5800
SRW-5500
SRW-1
ILME / Cinema Line
ILME-FX3
ILME-FX6
ILME-FX9
ILME-FR7
HXC Series (Studio / ENG)
HXC-FB80
HXC-D70
HXC-D70H
HXC-P1
Additional Professional Models
PDW-500
PDW-510
PDW-530
PDW-700
PDW-850
PDW-F800
DSR-450
DSR-570
🔧 Model not listed? Call or email me – I likely service it. Free estimate available for any Sony professional camcorder.
My Service Area – Local & Nationwide
Local: Los Angeles County, Orange County, Ventura, Riverside, San Bernardino. Nationwide: Secure shipping from any US state. Free estimates for all locations.
Los Angeles Burbank Irvine New York Texas Florida Chicago Atlanta Denver All 50 States
📦 Need your Sony professional camcorder repaired? Contact me for a free, no-obligation estimate. Turnaround averages 20 business days. I'll restore your camcorder to factory specifications – including card slot repair, viewfinder service, audio board repair, tape mechanism overhaul, and full calibration. Free estimates – always.
