Screen Protector for Canon A70

Palmer · 3rd May 2003

Hi all...

I just bought a A70 and am looking for a screen protector. Surfed this site and found that the LCD Protectors
'da Protector LCD protectors are used by alot of users here. Went to the 'da product site and found that the 'da Micro Protector is suitable for the A40 having a 1.5 inch LCD screen which is dimensionally similar to the A70.

But the A40 have a squarish screen whereas the A70 have some buttons below the screen and a part of the curvature of the arrow buttons on the right side of the screen.

Can I still use the 'da Micro Protector which I am going to order off the net now or am I better off with those PDA screen protectors?

Thanks for any input.

Cheers.

http://www.steves-digicams.com/2003_reviews/a70.html

Kengar · 3rd May 2003

I've used a Palm Vx screen protector on it , couldn't last more than 1 day, and it just dropped off. Moreover, i get alot of "bubbles". sigh.

Anyone here has a good DIY remedy? the buttons are really troublesome.

4th May 2003

Quote:

Originally posted by Kengar
I've used a Palm Vx screen protector on it , couldn't last more than 1 day, and it just dropped off. Moreover, i get alot of "bubbles". sigh.

Anyone here has a good DIY remedy? the buttons are really troublesome.

I also had the same problem. Sticking a protector then after 2 outing with the camera the strip started to peel off liao.

Does anyone know ware to get a relatively good protector in the market. Hope to get it off the shelf and not through ordering cos wanted it fast as i could see some tiny scratches on my A70 LCD.

Thanks

Tweek · 4th May 2003

I'm using a PDA screen protector for the A70 lcd screen. It's one of those off-the-shelf kind, WriteRight or something like that. I think it's sufficient, don't have to pay so much for the Da.

Mine sticks on firmly and doesn't peel off. Used it for many previous digicams and never peeled. Many PDAers get those cheap plastic overlays and they work pretty well too.

Kengar · 4th May 2003

how do we prevent the 'bubbles' from forming? is it true that we have to dab a bit of alchohol on the screen 1st before laying the protector?

5th May 2003

Quote:

Originally posted by Kengar
how do we prevent the 'bubbles' from forming? is it true that we have to dab a bit of alchohol on the screen 1st before laying the protector?

A bit of Water will do.

5th May 2003

Quote:

Originally posted by Tweek
I'm using a PDA screen protector for the A70 lcd screen. It's one of those off-the-shelf kind, WriteRight or something like that. I think it's sufficient, don't have to pay so much for the Da.

Mine sticks on firmly and doesn't peel off. Used it for many previous digicams and never peeled. Many PDAers get those cheap plastic overlays and they work pretty well too.

Where did you get the PDA screen protector from ?

dr34mc4st3r · 5th May 2003

i bought a pack containing 6 screen protectors from SLS
specially for digicams

application of the thingy was ok, though it took a few tries to clear the bubbles. looks quite nice now

( except that i have to custom cut the part where the screen hits the buttons and that curvy thing switching between viewing and taking pics

)

5th May 2003

Bro. Anyone still got some balance Protector.. sell me one piece leh.. pro-rate lor..

thanks

Tweek · 5th May 2003

Quote:

Originally posted by greyice
Where did you get the PDA screen protector from ?

South Asia in Funan I think...can't remember.
The brand sells everywhere.

5th May 2003

How much $ bro ??

A70 · 6th May 2003

Quote:

Originally posted by dr34mc4st3r
i bought a pack containing 6 screen protectors from SLS
specially for digicams

application of the thingy was ok, though it took a few tries to clear the bubbles. looks quite nice now ( except that i have to custom cut the part where the screen hits the buttons and that curvy thing switching between viewing and taking pics )

How much are those protectors? want to get one too...

dr34mc4st3r · 7th May 2003

Quote:

Originally posted by A70
How much are those protectors? want to get one too...

9.90 for a pack of 6 protectors, 2 wipes and a card for applying the SP

A70 · 7th May 2003

Quote:

Originally posted by dr34mc4st3r
9.90 for a pack of 6 protectors, 2 wipes and a card for applying the SP

Next question: which shop? Shop name / unit number?

Thanks in advance.

7th May 2003

Quote:

Originally posted by dr34mc4st3r
9.90 for a pack of 6 protectors, 2 wipes and a card for applying the SP

Bro you got extra want to sell or not ? one piece... hehe

dbchoong · 22nd May 2003

I bought PDA protector from Challenger - called ScreenPlus for $8.50 - 3 pieces in there, but each piece is big enough for 2 A70 screen size.

Here's a trick to make nice fitting protector for the A70:

1. Photostat the digicam... yes, the LCD portion

2. Cut out the LCD portion of the photocopy, tracing the curved areas, etc.

3. Using the cut-out photocopy of the LCD area, place it against the PDA protector and cut the PDA protector to be same shape

4. Use a hole-puncher to make the holes for the buttons... again, use the photocopy as guide. I found that the holes made by the hole puncher makes a hole of "perfect" size for the buttons.

5. For the Func button, I double punched using the hole puncher to make an 8 figured hole of the same width as the Func button.

Clean the LCD and then paste on the protector onto the LCD. If you had cut it well, it should fit perfectly.

That's it. Good luck!

Copy and paste this URL into address bar for a pic: http://xtplace.netfirms.com/dbchoong/104_0497.JPG

Kengar · 22nd May 2003

osmond19 · 22nd May 2003

wow impressive!!! gd work bro!!! i cut a 2 pieces b4 w/o reading tis n they sucks big times. gotta try out ur method, bro!

Palmer · 30th May 2003

Quote:

Originally posted by dbchoong
I bought PDA protector from Challenger - called ScreenPlus for $8.50 - 3 pieces in there, but each piece is big enough for 2 A70 screen size.

Here's a trick to make nice fitting protector for the A70:

1. Photostat the digicam... yes, the LCD portion

2. Cut out the LCD portion of the photocopy, tracing the curved areas, etc.

3. Using the cut-out photocopy of the LCD area, place it against the PDA protector and cut the PDA protector to be same shape

4. Use a hole-puncher to make the holes for the buttons... again, use the photocopy as guide. I found that the holes made by the hole puncher makes a hole of "perfect" size for the buttons.

5. For the Func button, I double punched using the hole puncher to make an 8 figured hole of the same width as the Func button.

Clean the LCD and then paste on the protector onto the LCD. If you had cut it well, it should fit perfectly.

That's it. Good luck!

Copy and paste this URL into address bar for a pic: http://xtplace.netfirms.com/dbchoong/104_0497.JPG

Great idea you have there bro dbchoong. Hmm... why didn't I think of that. Will try it out.

Cheers.

Noir · 30th May 2003

Saw this local product a month ago, http://www.purplemoo.com/ , but haven't gone down there to get myself one to try yet.

3rd May 2003	#1
Palmer New Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Singapore Posts: 50	Screen Protector for Canon A70 Hi all... I just bought a A70 and am looking for a screen protector. Surfed this site and found that the LCD Protectors 'da Protector LCD protectors are used by alot of users here. Went to the 'da product site and found that the 'da Micro Protector is suitable for the A40 having a 1.5 inch LCD screen which is dimensionally similar to the A70. But the A40 have a squarish screen whereas the A70 have some buttons below the screen and a part of the curvature of the arrow buttons on the right side of the screen. Can I still use the 'da Micro Protector which I am going to order off the net now or am I better off with those PDA screen protectors? Thanks for any input. Cheers. http://www.steves-digicams.com/2003_reviews/a70.html

5th May 2003	#8
dr34mc4st3r Senior Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: Singapore Posts: 1,843	i bought a pack containing 6 screen protectors from SLS specially for digicams application of the thingy was ok, though it took a few tries to clear the bubbles. looks quite nice now ( except that i have to custom cut the part where the screen hits the buttons and that curvy thing switching between viewing and taking pics ) __________________ sony a700 \| km 5d \| m d7 film sig12-24/cz16-80/70-300g/sig400/lensbaby2.0

22nd May 2003	#16
dbchoong Member Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Singapore Posts: 364	I bought PDA protector from Challenger - called ScreenPlus for $8.50 - 3 pieces in there, but each piece is big enough for 2 A70 screen size. Here's a trick to make nice fitting protector for the A70: 1. Photostat the digicam... yes, the LCD portion 2. Cut out the LCD portion of the photocopy, tracing the curved areas, etc. 3. Using the cut-out photocopy of the LCD area, place it against the PDA protector and cut the PDA protector to be same shape 4. Use a hole-puncher to make the holes for the buttons... again, use the photocopy as guide. I found that the holes made by the hole puncher makes a hole of "perfect" size for the buttons. 5. For the Func button, I double punched using the hole puncher to make an 8 figured hole of the same width as the Func button. Clean the LCD and then paste on the protector onto the LCD. If you had cut it well, it should fit perfectly. That's it. Good luck! Copy and paste this URL into address bar for a pic: http://xtplace.netfirms.com/dbchoong/104_0497.JPG Last edited by dbchoong; 22nd May 2003 at 01:38 PM.

3rd May 2003	#2
Kengar New Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Posts: 29	I've used a Palm Vx screen protector on it , couldn't last more than 1 day, and it just dropped off. Moreover, i get alot of "bubbles". sigh. Anyone here has a good DIY remedy? the buttons are really troublesome.

4th May 2003	#4
Tweek Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: East Posts: 2,149	I'm using a PDA screen protector for the A70 lcd screen. It's one of those off-the-shelf kind, WriteRight or something like that. I think it's sufficient, don't have to pay so much for the Da. Mine sticks on firmly and doesn't peel off. Used it for many previous digicams and never peeled. Many PDAers get those cheap plastic overlays and they work pretty well too.

5th May 2003	#9
samwng Guests Posts: n/a	Bro. Anyone still got some balance Protector.. sell me one piece leh.. pro-rate lor.. thanks

22nd May 2003	#18
osmond19 Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: "Long Hill" town Posts: 150	wow impressive!!! gd work bro!!! i cut a 2 pieces b4 w/o reading tis n they sucks big times. gotta try out ur method, bro!

30th May 2003	#20
Noir Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Posts: 321	Saw this local product a month ago, http://www.purplemoo.com/ , but haven't gone down there to get myself one to try yet.