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Forum: Video Hardware Repair 01-04-2026, 05:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 233
Posted By PatriotsFan50
JVC SR-VS10 MiniDV side eating tapes?

A few months ago, I got my hands on a JVC SR-VS10 that wasn't working. After consulting some people here and doing some repairs, I was able to get the VCR side working flawlessly. However, I never...
Forum: Video Hardware Repair 09-12-2025, 01:11 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 547
Posted By PatriotsFan50
I definitely have no intention on selling...

I definitely have no intention on selling it/misrepresenting its condition. Just a little project for my own enjoyment :)
Forum: Video Hardware Repair 09-11-2025, 02:46 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 547
Posted By PatriotsFan50
After adding a bit more grease and...

After adding a bit more grease and double-checking that I had the new brakes on correctly, everything on the VHS side is now working correctly. The issue was the brakes and the old grease.
Forum: Video Hardware Repair 09-09-2025, 08:25 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 547
Posted By PatriotsFan50
The brakes has completely dissolved and were...

The brakes has completely dissolved and were basically just a powder now. They needed replaced no matter what.
Forum: Video Hardware Repair 09-02-2025, 10:53 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 547
Posted By PatriotsFan50
I just noticed some black powder close to the...

I just noticed some black powder close to the brakes. Do you think I just need to replace the plastic brake? If so, where is it located on this unit?



I replaced the pads with some 3mm felt,...
Forum: Video Hardware Repair 09-02-2025, 09:18 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 633
Posted By PatriotsFan50
Sorry for the late response. I have a decent...

Sorry for the late response. I have a decent amount of VCR service experience, but I'd say I'm still fairly new. I already did a full tape path clearing, and it didn't seem to do anything.
Forum: Video Hardware Repair 09-02-2025, 06:50 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 547
Posted By PatriotsFan50
Yes, it does the same thing with the cover on. ...

Yes, it does the same thing with the cover on.



After adding some grease to some areas that needed it, the tape is now not being played/ejected correctly more often. Here are a couple of...
Forum: Video Hardware Repair 09-01-2025, 11:11 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 547
Posted By PatriotsFan50
JVC SR-VS10 eating tapes?

Recently, I had the opportunity to get my hands on a JVC SR-VS10, but I'm having issues getting tapes to eject properly. From my testing, outside of a few edge cases, the tapes only fail to eject...
Forum: Video Hardware Repair 08-16-2025, 03:53 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 633
Posted By PatriotsFan50
Poor video quality on Sony SLV-R1000?

Recently, I was able to pick up a Sony SLV-R1000 for $40. The exterior is in fantastic shape, and the owner had barely used it/had it stored in their attic for over 20 years. Upon testing it out, the...
Forum: Video Hardware Repair 08-03-2025, 12:43 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,517
Posted By PatriotsFan50
Well, it's been almost a year, and I still...

Well, it's been almost a year, and I still haven't gotten anywhere with this VCR. To be fair, I gave up back in September, but I thought I'd give this another shot to see if anyone has any...
Forum: Capture, Record, Transfer 08-03-2025, 12:28 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 367
Posted By PatriotsFan50
Philips VR 960 Ok/Status Button Not Registering?

I recently acquired a Philips VR 960 in excellent condition. It did not come with the remote, but the buttons on the front panel all worked, and it plays tapes great. However, after opening the menu...
Forum: Capture, Record, Transfer 06-15-2025, 04:30 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,291
Posted By PatriotsFan50
I don't need anything too crazy since I'm just...

I don't need anything too crazy since I'm just digitizing some home movies, but I'd at least like something that's going to give me a solid picture. The Panasonic I have is a SVHS VCR, but there's...
Forum: Capture, Record, Transfer 06-15-2025, 04:10 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,291
Posted By PatriotsFan50
Is there anything that you suggest that won't...

Is there anything that you suggest that won't break the bank? I picked up a Panasonic PV-S4280 in rough shape last year, so would you suggest I just try to fix that? I made a post about the issues I...
Forum: Capture, Record, Transfer 06-15-2025, 03:59 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,291
Posted By PatriotsFan50
Is Panasonic DMR-ES40V any good?

I have the opportunity to buy a Panasonic DMR-ES40V for $50, but can't find any concrete answer on if it's a good player. Being a DVD/VCR combo, I have some doubts as to how good its quality is, but...
Forum: Video Hardware Repair 08-19-2024, 05:44 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,517
Posted By PatriotsFan50
After messing with the gears on the loading...

After messing with the gears on the loading carriage, I managed to get it to function properly. The sensor also works properly and will cause the carriage to get in the proper position when it's...
Forum: Video Hardware Repair 08-13-2024, 12:08 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,517
Posted By PatriotsFan50
Well, I came back to it after a few days and now...

Well, I came back to it after a few days and now it just shows a green screen, and the loading carriage is, somehow, more messed up. I checked the motor to see if any plastic pieces had broken or...
Forum: Video Hardware Repair 08-06-2024, 03:24 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,517
Posted By PatriotsFan50
What do you think is causing the grinding sound...

What do you think is causing the grinding sound and the tape refusing to eject? I kind of want to tackle that before I start looking into replacing capacitors/fixing the video and audio quality.
Forum: Video Hardware Repair 08-04-2024, 02:09 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,517
Posted By PatriotsFan50
I was able to retime everything, and the tape was...

I was able to retime everything, and the tape was able to be inserted/ejected properly. Also, the grinding sound completely went away, and the film from the tape was getting grabbed properly....
Forum: Video Hardware Repair 08-01-2024, 04:11 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,517
Posted By PatriotsFan50
I can't seem to find the mode switch. Do you see...

I can't seem to find the mode switch. Do you see it anywhere?
https://imgur.com/a/pnOiwfp



I was able to find the mode switch and clean it, however, the VCR now shuts off immediately. I...
Forum: Video Hardware Repair 07-31-2024, 11:33 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,517
Posted By PatriotsFan50
Panasonic PV-S4280 not taking tapes, ejecting properly?

I recently got a rare Panasonic PV-S4280 off of Facebook marketplace. The seller said it worked fine, however, after a rough shipping process, I received the VCR in a somewhat rough shape; hairline...
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