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Aug 9, 2021 14:28:13   #
BebuLamar
 
Longshadow wrote:
Maybe it does. I haven't opened it in ≈25 years and it still runs great.
It's a Sony TC-WR350Z. It would be interesting to hear what you might find!
I was always under the impression there were no belts...


Each side has 2 belts.

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Aug 9, 2021 14:34:15   #
riksik
 
CHG_CANON wrote:
When the camera won't remember the clock setting (time/date) is when the internal battery is dead. My 2000-era film EOS 1v has this problem. I believe the internal batteries for EOS DSLRs will always recharge, drawing power from the main battery. If the internal battery can be replaced, it is covered by the user manual or calling Canon. All in all, doesn't seem like a problem to worry about.


I didn't realize these internal batteries were rechargeable. I'll keep my eye on the clock settings.
Thanks for the info.
Rick

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Aug 9, 2021 14:36:57   #
riksik
 
burkphoto wrote:
Modern cameras have rechargeable clock batteries built in. Many older models do have coin-cell Lithium batteries such as the CR-2032, CR-2024, CR-2016, etc., similar to the batteries in remote control entry fobs for cars. If your camera has a button cell/coin cell battery, it is usually behind a false wall in the main battery compartment. When I used older Canons, I changed them every two years. I never worried about losing settings.

If you leave the main battery out of the camera, the clock battery will drain completely over time. In that case, install a freshly charged main battery overnight, and it should be okay.

Most of these batteries last five to ten years in normal use. When it dies, it can be replaced by an authorized service center, but by then, you might want a new camera anyway.
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This is good to know. Didn't know they get recharged from the main battery.
Thank you

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Aug 9, 2021 14:38:16   #
Longshadow Loc: Audubon, PA, United States
 
BebuLamar wrote:
Each side has 2 belts.

Wow, learn something every day, even 25 years after the fact!

Darn... I thought it was exempt from belt fatigue.
Thanks.

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Aug 10, 2021 23:01:45   #
ronpier Loc: Poland Ohio
 
riksik wrote:
I have two Canon 7D cameras that are at least 8-10 years old. I’ve never changed the internal battery.
First question is, how do I know when it is getting weak or that it needs changing?
Second, when you change this internal battery will I loose ALL my settings that are programmed in the camera?
Thank you


I try to use all of my Nikons on a regular basis. Keeps the internal battery charged. My oldest is 17yrs old and still going strong.

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Aug 11, 2021 09:12:36   #
stant52 Loc: Williamsport, Pa.
 
Longshadow wrote:
Yea, I hate that. I used to service/repair ALL my stuff.
No pieces parts anymore. Everything is "disposable".
Try finding a drive belt for an old cassette player.
Luckily my dual cassette deck is servo driven.


I needed new belts for a dual cassette deck I had , ordered new belts from here, https://www.vintage-electronics.net/beltkits.aspx

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