My Flip video camera won't turn on - just replaced the batteries - still nothing. plugged into USB on computer and it isn't recognized. any suggestions?? i have a video on it that i was trying to transfer to my computer and I'm scared it is lost!!!!!
Video Cameras - Pure Digital - Flip Video Ultra Camcorder
Answers & Comments
First thing to do is to clean the battery contacts inside the camera- they can get dirty or oxidize slightly.
Try plugging the camcorder into a different usb port, and try another cable, if you have one. Other than that, the on/off switch can be dirty or bad, or the usb port on the camera could have a problem (rare).
There's a remote possibility that your computer's usb port isn't working, so try the camcorder on another computer, if possible, to verify the problem with with the cam.
Other than that, the unit will have to be troubleshot and serviced, which is often costlier than buying a new one.
Hope you get it working, and good luck.