Tape mechanism I have a Canon camcorder which takes Mini DV tapes. The mechanism for the tape (i.e. inserting and ejecting) works fine until I try and put a tape in the slot - The camera whirrs, bleeps and then ejects the (brand new) tape again. It seems like a very small problem and easy to solve; what do you think? Dan

This sounds bizarre I know, but I read another threat regarding Canon camcorders and tapes self ejecting. The advice was to ........ wait for it........ drop it onto a carpet floor from about 1/2m. My wife top me not to consider it. I continued reading and someone else had been successful using the technique. I have to report that it actually works. I dropped it (twice for good measure) and it loads tapes once again. Its true what they say, if in doubt....give it a clout!!!

I dont believe it. Dropping it on the floor really does work. I only dropped it about 5 cm from the ground and it worked straight way. Strange but true.

Hi.
Sounds as though the tape drive motor is failing to drive. Not as simple as it sounds. In the past, I simply checked that the flexi pcb from the tape drive motor was pushed right into it's connection after inspecting it for moisture damage. Luckily, i needed to look no further.