Hi,

I have a problem with my Marantz CD67 MKII SE cd player. When initially
turned on the cd player has trouble finding CD tracks, sometimes coming up
with No Disc. If a CD plays in the player, it does so, but is completely
drowned out by a crackling noise.

However, if you leave the player on for an hour or so, it seems to 'warm up'
and is able to play the CDs almost as normal (there is still a bit of
crackling, but it usually not noticeable)

Anyone got any ideas what the problem is. Is it DIY repairable and if so
what do I need to do/replace. If its not diyable, how much should I expect
to have to pay to have it repaired.

Kind regards

Mark

This is usually diagnosed as a failing laser that needs replacement. It can
sometimes just be that the transport mechanism has dried out and
disassembly, oiling with a light oil (sewing machine) and putting back
together can fix the problem. For Transport details see
http://members.lycos.co.uk/hanalogue/
This should let you know what transport is in your player and how to buy a
new one. Do not attempt if you have no DIY/electronics skills but not a
tough job
Regards Richard

"Mark Trueman" wrote in message
...
Hi,

I have a problem with my Marantz CD67 MKII SE cd player. When initially
turned on the cd player has trouble finding CD tracks, sometimes coming up
with No Disc. If a CD plays in the player, it does so, but is completely
drowned out by a crackling noise.

However, if you leave the player on for an hour or so, it seems to 'warm
up'
and is able to play the CDs almost as normal (there is still a bit of
crackling, but it usually not noticeable)

Anyone got any ideas what the problem is. Is it DIY repairable and if so
what do I need to do/replace. If its not diyable, how much should I expect
to have to pay to have it repaired.

Kind regards

Mark

"Richard Wall" wrote in message
...
This is usually diagnosed as a failing laser that needs replacement. It
can
sometimes just be that the transport mechanism has dried out and
disassembly, oiling with a light oil (sewing machine) and putting back
together can fix the problem. For Transport details see
http://members.lycos.co.uk/hanalogue/
This should let you know what transport is in your player and how to buy a
new one. Do not attempt if you have no DIY/electronics skills but not a
tough job
Regards Richard



Thanks for your post Richard. I dis-assembled the unit and it has the
CDM12.1 transport in it. I think its the spindle motor cos sometimes the cd
doesnt even spin up. I thook the transport out (dead easy with this unit
thankfully) and cleaned as much as i could but to no avail.

Is it worth just replacing like for like (CDM 12.1) or is there a better
alternative.

Kind regards

Mark

I think that you must replace with a CDM 12 but if Phillips made better
quality units you could get any of the versions. I have no idea which if
any are better.
Regards Richard
"Mark Trueman" wrote in message
...

"Richard Wall" wrote in message
...
This is usually diagnosed as a failing laser that needs replacement. It
can
sometimes just be that the transport mechanism has dried out and
disassembly, oiling with a light oil (sewing machine) and putting back
together can fix the problem. For Transport details see
http://members.lycos.co.uk/hanalogue/
This should let you know what transport is in your player and how to buy
a
new one. Do not attempt if you have no DIY/electronics skills but not a
tough job
Regards Richard



Thanks for your post Richard. I dis-assembled the unit and it has the
CDM12.1 transport in it. I think its the spindle motor cos sometimes the
cd
doesnt even spin up. I thook the transport out (dead easy with this unit
thankfully) and cleaned as much as i could but to no avail.

Is it worth just replacing like for like (CDM 12.1) or is there a better
alternative.

Kind regards

Mark

In message , Mark
Trueman writes
Hi,

I have a problem with my Marantz CD67 MKII SE cd player. When initially
turned on the cd player has trouble finding CD tracks, sometimes coming up
with No Disc. If a CD plays in the player, it does so, but is completely
drowned out by a crackling noise.

However, if you leave the player on for an hour or so, it seems to 'warm up'
and is able to play the CDs almost as normal (there is still a bit of
crackling, but it usually not noticeable)

Anyone got any ideas what the problem is. Is it DIY repairable and if so
what do I need to do/replace. If its not diyable, how much should I expect
to have to pay to have it repaired.

Kind regards

Mark



My CD67 has this problem, but only in the winter. I leave it
continuously powered-up in the winter months and this eliminates the
problem.

I'm assuming it's a laser problem, and it's about to die but it keeps
soldiering on.
--
Chris Morriss

Hi.....

It might not be the laser, I have seen this before if it's the model I'm
thinking of, I had problems with the actual DAC, TDA1541, unless I'm
thinking about another model.

It could still of course be the laser, the Philips 12.1 is fairly common
laser assembly, if you cant get one, let me know.

Brian (horse.trader(at)ntlworld.com



Chris Morriss wrote in message
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In message , Mark
Trueman writes
Hi,

I have a problem with my Marantz CD67 MKII SE cd player. When initially
turned on the cd player has trouble finding CD tracks, sometimes coming
up
with No Disc. If a CD plays in the player, it does so, but is completely
drowned out by a crackling noise.

However, if you leave the player on for an hour or so, it seems to 'warm
up'
and is able to play the CDs almost as normal (there is still a bit of
crackling, but it usually not noticeable)

Anyone got any ideas what the problem is. Is it DIY repairable and if so
what do I need to do/replace. If its not diyable, how much should I
expect
to have to pay to have it repaired.

Kind regards

Mark



My CD67 has this problem, but only in the winter. I leave it
continuously powered-up in the winter months and this eliminates the
problem.

I'm assuming it's a laser problem, and it's about to die but it keeps
soldiering on.
--
Chris Morriss

In article ,
Mark Trueman wrote:
I have a problem with my Marantz CD67 MKII SE cd player. When initially
turned on the cd player has trouble finding CD tracks, sometimes coming
up with No Disc. If a CD plays in the player, it does so, but is
completely drowned out by a crackling noise.

However, if you leave the player on for an hour or so, it seems to 'warm
up' and is able to play the CDs almost as normal (there is still a bit
of crackling, but it usually not noticeable)

Anyone got any ideas what the problem is. Is it DIY repairable and if so
what do I need to do/replace. If its not diyable, how much should I
expect to have to pay to have it repaired.

Given that it's Philips based, I'd say there's a good chance of some dry
joints.

--
*The e-mail of the species is more deadly than the mail *

Dave Plowman London SW
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