Sony VO 5800 Umatic Deck Help!

[mixtape]

I recently purchased a Sony VO 5800 umatic 3/4" tape deck. Everything is functional on the unit except for the play button. Fast forward and rewind, eject etc. all work fine. When I press play the umatic player responds however after a second it stops. When connected to a monitor you can actually see the video play for a brief second. I was interested in fixing this problem. Afterall, finding a working umatic player is rare these days. If anyone might have a response as to what the problem might be, would be great. I appreciate any help regarding this matter. Again thank you for your time!

[judydoggie]

The problem isn't with the PLAY button. There's a tape tension sensor switch inside the machine that'll cut power to the motor and return the machine to stand-by mode if it's actuated. The only other thing that could be wrong is that the relay that the switch operates is faulty. The latter is a quick replacement of the relay; the former necessitates beaucoup troubleshooting as it may be the tape, the take-up belt/motor, any of the tape guides, the pinch roller motor, or the sensor switch return spring. I hope this helps.

[habbers]

Agree with Judydoggie.
Blimey a 5800, pretty asure that is a low band player recorder from memory

It has various brakes and tensioners it could be if not the relay/solenoid.
I remember watching these being serviced many years ago, my background is production/creative more than technical mind, although always interested in how it works as well.


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