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Old 8th Feb 2023, 2:47 pm   #76
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Default Re: On This Day In 1983 Philips Launched The CD.

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Originally Posted by knobtwiddler View Post

I'd like to get the CD65 back in action. I suspect the drive belt's gone. I've never serviced a CD player before. Am wondering if it'll need the lens cleaning as well. Is it worth giving to a pro? I have a well equipped workshop, but amps and mixers are my thing, not CD players.
What are you waiting for?
At least open it up, clean the lens with a Q tip and some IPA, order some small drive belts or o rings online for the drawer then try a CD. At least you'll be able to ascertain if the laser comes on (obviously never look directly into it).

Anything more serious than the above is likely to be trickier and need a scope and service docs, but let's not jump the gun!
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