Contax - stuck at f/32?
Oct 7, 2018 22:32:14 GMT
on Oct 7, 2018 22:32:14 GMT
Posted: Oct 7, 2018 22:32:14 GMT
I've never run across an issue like this, and am wondering if others have - and if it's a frequent issue, with (hopefully) a workable fix.
I've acquired a Contax RX in pretty good overall condition. It has a bit of the usual bleed issue with the LCD readout, but otherwise it's fine cosmetically and handling-wise for a user. The issue deals with the in-viewfinder readout that will not budge to show anything but f/32 for any/all exposure modes. The body will fire at any speed it's set to when in manual mode, but metering is miles away from accurate from the stuck aperture no matter what mode it's in. I'm assuming that I could use it with an external meter in manual mode, yes... but that's not my preference.
Every lens that works perfectly on my other RX and other C/Y bodies will not provide its set aperture correctly on this body - so - I know at least that it's not operator error or missing pins on the lenses. It may still be a mechanical issue internally if some linkage is outta whack, or it might be an electrical issue with the metering circuits.
Hints, clues, experiences or advice... ?
I've acquired a Contax RX in pretty good overall condition. It has a bit of the usual bleed issue with the LCD readout, but otherwise it's fine cosmetically and handling-wise for a user. The issue deals with the in-viewfinder readout that will not budge to show anything but f/32 for any/all exposure modes. The body will fire at any speed it's set to when in manual mode, but metering is miles away from accurate from the stuck aperture no matter what mode it's in. I'm assuming that I could use it with an external meter in manual mode, yes... but that's not my preference.
Every lens that works perfectly on my other RX and other C/Y bodies will not provide its set aperture correctly on this body - so - I know at least that it's not operator error or missing pins on the lenses. It may still be a mechanical issue internally if some linkage is outta whack, or it might be an electrical issue with the metering circuits.
Hints, clues, experiences or advice... ?
