BAT VKD5SE problems reading some cds

If none of the connections are soldiered

Always a plug on Philips VAM series lasers which this unit has. Some have a protective static solder blob that bridges across two tracks that need to be unbridged after it’s installed, this is easy.
As for sending it to BAT, that fine if you don’t mind being hit hard for the work and parts mark up. As you can see with the ebay link I posted, the whole mechanism with laser already in it is around $15-$30 and it takes about 1/2hr do the job. 1hr if you not experienced but have some skill set.

Cheers George

Keep us posted -srgarrell.

srgarrell-

provide us w/ an update?

Anybody know where the fuse is located on the BAT vkd5se? The manual states there is one but I do not see any fuse?
Thank you,
greg

@greg22lz -  If you're still out there: look between the IEC socket and ON/OFF switch, for a small swing-down door.  You'll find a couple 2A/250V fuses in there.