Why does the CD function on my Bose Wave Radio/CD sometimes not work even though the CD is spinning?

If your CD is not scratched,the optical lens need replacement.

You have done what i would have suggested, the Bose Wave unit will need to back to Bose for service, and there is a good chance they will need to replace the laser pickup assembly and cost should be considered even thoe it is top of the line.

you can get it repaired by Bose and call tech at 973 644 2673

You can obtain the Bose Wave radio instruction manual in electronic form, here: http://products.bose.com/pdf/customer_service/owners/og_wrcd.pdf

See page 15 for setting the time. You should be able to do it with the unit controls.

Yes you have a defective laser assembly. The 139 is a great price as buying the laser lens alone will cost you around 70 .Bose will also upgrade with any new software and will also provide you with a 1 yr warrenty.

you sure have a problem with your cd pick up unit or servo drive,for that must bring it to your local repair shop
as for the poor recepcion olease try a better antena

Does the radio work? If not, make sure the volume is up. If so, the speakers are not blown. Return your product.

Amplifier chip/circuit is kaput. Unless you are familiar in fixing electronic equipments better to give it for repairs................sodeep
PS. Buying a new one will not be cost effetive unless you need a change!

Unfortunately Bose will not release their schematics or parts lists, effectively giving them a monopoly on repairs. Their web site, www.bose.com, offers to repair most Wave radios for $100 or to give owners of broken sets a $200 allowance towards the purchase of a new Wave. Before spending the big bucks though, you might want to check out the new HD radios. Better sound and a MUCH lower price.