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Sony CD player CDP XA 20 ES question

I have a Sony CD player model CDP XA 20 ES which I got as part of a bulk audio equipment purchase. I definitely like the looks of this, but it has issues - everything lights up and appears to be working, except when the tray is closed with a CD in it, nothing happens, as though the unit doesn't "see" the disc in it. Anyone have any ideas, and/or is this worth getting repaired? Thank you.
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chopss
26 posts
 
You need to use the puck it comes with. Won't work without it.
hhh
75 posts
 
Please make sure you are using the supplied cd center weight, if not the unit will not respond.
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dalehimself OP
14 posts
 
Thank you, I think I need to find this stabilizer before I take the unit in for "repairs"!

-Dale-
elizabeth
6,726 posts
 
The 'puck' could be machined out of copper to make a replacement. The main thing is finding out the approximate weight of the original, and it's height. The center hole naturally needs to be right.
My SCD777ES uses a puck too. My puck is made of brass.
Maybe you can find a precise technical drawing of your puck.
Getting one made should not be too hard.
mik971
153 posts
 
I owned one of those units about 10 years ago... Sound quality is very good, and it is an exceptional transport!
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