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CD-ROM, DVD, or other disc tray not opening
Locking device or software installed
First, verify no locking software installed that prevents the tray from opening. If you are unsure, reboot the computer and as it is booting up, eject the tray. If the tray can eject as it is booting, but stops working after loading your operating system, something is being loaded that is preventing the drive tray from opening. Programs used to burn CDs are a common culprit.
Bad eject button
If you are running Microsoft Windows, open My computer, right-click the disc drive icon and choose the option to eject. If this ejects your CD-ROM drive tray, the button on the disc drive is defective, and it is recommended that the drive be replaced.
No power to computer or disc drive
If you have recently installed a new optical drive or you have moved the computer, the power cable to the CD-ROM may have become loose or disconnected. Reseat the power cable to make sure this is not the problem.
CD stuck within drive
If you suspect that a CD may be stuck within the drive, the tray needs to be ejected manually. Look for the small manual eject hole that ( not the head phone jack) located on the front of the drive. Unwind a paper clip and place one end of the paper clip into the hole to eject the CD-ROM tray.
If CD-ROM tray opens part of the way, pull it gently to see if you can get it to open fully. If it cannot be opened any further, it is likely that the gears within the CD-ROM drive have become damaged or dislodged. But usually, a stuck CD is blocking the way.
Caution: If you are able to open the CD-ROM drive using a paper clip, we do not recommend continuing to do so. This is meant to be used as a temporary solution; the drive should be replaced.
What to do if CD or DVD stuck in drive?
Note: This document is for disc drives with a disc in the drive that prevents the tray from opening. See our CD-ROM, DVD, or other disc tray not opening document, if the tray is not opening at all or doesn't seem to be getting power.
If the CD or DVD is not set into the disc tray correctly, it could be sticking up above the surface of the tray, causing it to get stuck with then tray tries to open. In this case, it may be possible gently shake the computer and move the CD or DVD into the correct place in the tray, allowing the drive to open. However, use caution when doing this, as you do not want to shake the computer too much, or you could damage other components.
If this is a desktop computer, you can prevent damage to the computer by opening the computer and removing the disc drive in order to shake or rotate the drive. When the drive is out of the computer, you can manually release the tray by inserting a paperclip into the manual eject hole.
In the case of a laptop computer or a slot load disc drive, since the CD or DVD does not sit in a tray, it cannot be shaken in order to adjust the disc. If the disc is visible you may be able to move the disc a bit by hand, enough to allow the drive to eject the disc. Again, be careful in doing so, as you could damage the disc or drive in the process.
If you're still unable to get the disc out of the drive after following the above steps, it may be a damaged drive and should be replaced. If the disc in the drive is an important disc and you believe the drive is bad, the drive can be disassembled in order to remove the disc. In the case of a laptop or computer with a slot load disc drive, the computer needs to be serviced in order for the drive the be replaced and the disc to be removed.
INITIALIZE THE DVD PLAYER FIRMWARE UPDATE
1. Turn the power on and remove the disc on the tray.
2. To put the DVD player into version up mode, press [9], [8], [7], [6], and [SEARCH MODE] buttons on the remote control unit in that order. The tray will open automatically.
The DVD player can also enter the version up mode with the tray open.
3. Load the disc for version up.
4. The DVD player enters the F/W version up mode automatically. If you enter the F/W for different models, "Disc Error" will appear on the screen, then the tray will open automatically.
5. After programming is finished, the tray opens automatically.
At this time, no button is available.
6. Remove the disc on the tray. How to Eject Manually
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Just bought THOMSON DV2137 in Australia (region 4) It plays Aus but not US. A small slip in the user's manual gave these (verbatim) instructions. UNFORTUNATELY it isn't working on my player."This unit has been set to play region 4 DVD discs. If you wish to use this unit outside of region 4 territory you can change the region setting by following the instructions below.1) Turn on the unit.2) Remove disc and press SETUP to enter SETUP menu.3) Press VOL+.VOL-,VOL+,VOL-, by order, then press MUTE to enter Region Code setting. [stays in SETUP menu]4) Press LEFT / RIGHT to choose between 1-4 or ALL region." Perhaps this will work for someone else or will trigger a clue.
you need to open the cover of the dvd player, try to close the disc tray manually by turning the gear with your hand. see if there is obstacle on the dvd mechanical loading system, wire or ribbon may cause it. mechanical
timing and alignment is very important, when you turn the gear manually make sure that the cd loader reaches the limit switch before it
closes.
switch on your dvd player and see if this works normally
Thanks for using FixYa. To make it multiregional please follow these step by
step instructions using
your remote control: 1. Switch power on 2.
Open the DVD tray (leave it open with no DVD in it) 3.
Press "stop" 4.
Press "734466" 5.
Use cursor to scroll up or down until it says "Region 0" 6.
Press "OK/Enter" 7.
Switch power off 8.
Switch power on
It show now
play all region DVD’s.
Please do accept the solution if the issue is resolved or else revert for
further assistance. Thanks Rylee
You'll need to check the region code of your player.
Make sure you have no discs in the player, and unplug the unit. Plug it in and turn it on. Open, then close the tray (with no disc!) Press the Setup button, then select Load Setup Press the Enter While it it loading, press Menu. When the box appears with a number, confirm it says 1 (region code 1 = USA). If it doesn't, please change it to 1 using the Up / Down buttons. Press Enter to accept the change.
turned off the dvd recorder at power outlet. Left overnight. Turned on again in morning and pressed open/close and managed to get the dvd drawer to open. No further problems
i fund this by dargan and it worked for me "Def" Camino Real 3, Panama: Region code hack posted by dargan, August 23 2008: Same hack for DVD283 worked for DVD-277
<clipped from other post> Region code hack posted by mhardial, January 25 2008: DVD Regional Codes Code Location **1** USA (incl. territories), Canada 2 Europe (Germany), Japan, South Africa 3 Southeast Asia 4 Latin America, Australia, New Zealand 5 Russia, rest of Asia and Africa 6 China 0, 255, 9 MULTI REGION
Region Code Change
NOTE: Make sure you DO NOT have a disk in the tray while performing the region code procedure
DVD Players
New DVD283 1. Open DVD Tray 2. Press the “Menu” button 3. Press 8888 4. Press the “Display” button 5. Region Code Number shows up. Use the numeric keypad to select your region code number (0 – 6). 6. Press the “Setup” button to exit.
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