Recent Feedback
I am in Mosman. Where can I take an old Sharp VL-PD3E for service.? (Pixellating with no sound on playback)
Optional Information: Make: Sharp Model: VL-PD3E Already Tried: In Nov 2010 same problems allegedly addressed by Turris Electronics. Haven't used it since then but now find same problems persist !!??
Hi, I’m a moderator for this topic and I wonder whether you’re still waiting for an answer. If you are, please let me know and I will do my best to find a Professional to assist you right away. If not, feel free to let me know and I will cancel this question for you. Thank you!
Yes please. Would still like to know if there a local expert . One adviser has told me th throw the device away but I wonder if it is salvageable enough to at least retrieve the pictures already recorded.
HiHave you considered that the scanning heads could be getting clogged by a rogue tape you are using?Have you tried a head cleaning tape?it certainly sounds like clogged heads to me by the description of the fault...Here is a a cleaner in the UK http://www.amazon.co.uk/JVC-Mini-DV-Cleaning-Tape/dp/B0009WA02WLet me know your thoughts hereAnthony
Thanks Anthony
I'll certainly try one. Could be a nice easy answer.
Thanks again
Michael
HiWell what your saying seems like dirty heads to meYou may need to get rid of a tape that may be causing it usually the one you was using when it went faultyLet me know if you need more infoPlease press the "continue conversation" or "reply to expert" button if you dont wish to rate me yet and require more infoPlease remember if you select "bad service smiley" or "poor service smiley"this will be a negative against my ratings and I wont receive a credit for helping you today instead of doing that please press the "continue conversation" or "reply to expert" and I will endeavour to help moreThe thread will still be open even if you do rate the answer now you can come back anytimeMany ThanksAnthony
Experience: Audio Visual Technician
HiHow did this work out please?Anthony
Don't know. Haven't yet had time to source a cleaning tape (I'm in Mosman, Sydney, Australia). Will try to find one reasonably priced locally.