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I just got a reference to an online Coolpix 990 repair manual: http://home.earthlink.net/~gyphtid1/coolpix990.pdf I haven't had a chance to look at it yet.
The skills to do it I have, thanks. Do you have the specs and source for the replacement battery? Do you know if this battery was surface mounted or hand
... I've read that this is a difficult procedure. If you (or anyone reading this) has done it, I'd be interetested. My two 990's are working OK, but the day
Yes, you need replace 990's internal battery. it's tablet size and soldered to main board. Actually, if you have not skills to open the camera and soldering
Both my 990's are losing their dates now and it drives me crazy. Any fixes for this? Replacement battery? Where is that battery located in the camera? Thanks