PCE Duo; Drive Doesn't Spin

[chicorunsfunny]

Hello,

I have recently acquired a Duo, of which I knew before hand would arrive partially working. I was eager to jump on the opportunity as I figured I could get things working again. Errm..

When I received it, I attempted to run a CD-game. The drive, of course, didn't spin. Therefore, I attempted to adjust the POT screw-like-thing. When all of my tinkering failed, I decided I would purchase a new HOP-M3 laser pickup.

The new laser arrived today, much to the dismay of me finding that I could not garner its workings either. The drive still doesn't spin, nor make any movements/noises. I adjusted the POT screw--nothing.

I cannot physically push the lens to any point either. In fact, I am only able to reposition the thing by spinning the gear-like structure attached to the motor. Shall'st I give it a good lubing?

Also when altering the POT screw, I left the console lid off less the torx screws. I made sure to turn the console off for each  POT rotation (as I wasn't sure it would be advisable do alter it when the lens was in practice).

What I is be do?

I am thinking of opting for entering my Duo in the repair service market of whomever would wish to take it on. (My apologies if my posts comes as entirely redundant, etc).

Thanks,
Chico

[nat]

Not sure what the issue is here-- could be a number of things, but to do further testing beyond what you've mentioned, I'd have to have it in my possession to look at it. If you were interested I'd be willing to take a look at it for you. Many members here can vouch for my services.

Alternatively, you can contact turbokon here although I think he focuses more on region modding and such as opposed to repairs.

[chicorunsfunny]

-Sent a PM.
Thanks,
Chico

[agt_dale_cooper]

I have recently acquired a Duo, of which I knew before hand would arrive partially working. I was eager to jump on the opportunity as I figured I could get things working again. Errm..

Heh, bought this under exact same conditions, "eager to jump on the opportunity"...was curious as to why this topic died, this fiasco would be the reason why....[gotta love solving mysteries  ]