Can I get a replacement part or not and if so how much will it cost? (part number should be in service manual)įrom a feel good perspective, as long as the units are still OK and you can repair them why not? You will have the satisfaction of doing the repair yourself and you will not be contributing to the e-waste landfill problem. It may come down to an economic decision or perhaps even a spare parts decision if the lens is faulty.

search for 'Sony (insert model number) service manual' to hopefully get results that are free to get and download.Īs regards to repair or replace, obviously that is your choice. If you find them it will help in the dis-assembly to get to the lens. Search online for the service manual for your players. (IPA = Isopropyl Alcohol - available at most pharmacies (drug stores, chemist shops, whatever they are known as where you are)- do not use 'rubbing' alcohol as it is not as effective, some are only 70% IPA and can have 'scents' added, also some are made from ethyl alcohol (ethanol) and are not IPA at all - read the label to be sure)

If the disc still loads and spins OK (check orientation of label before inserting and after removal to see if it has moved) I suggest that you try cleaning the lens using IPA 90%+ and a Q-Tip as this will be the easier option to try first.

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