[Deeps]

Guys, I've started facing some problems with my Sony 250S HU after using it for just over 15 months. The problem is that when I insert a computer generated RW cd, it displays "error" and rejects it. If i then wipe the Cd and re insert it, the Cd plays on usually the third attempt.

These are the things i have tried. I have used a cd lens cleaner (dry type) and have had the HU taken out and cleaned by a guy in Sec 16 Noida. He used acetone and a cotton stick to wipe off the dust. Did not touch/clean the lens itself though saying that it will be ruined.

So guys is lens replacement the only way out?

[navin]

your CD laser might have gotten weak. CD lasers loose power even if not used.

[ntomer]

Originally Posted by navin

your CD laser might have gotten weak. CD lasers loose power even if not used.

Can this be corrected; or one has to replace the whole system?

\N

[kphilip]

try cleaning the Head..It may solve the problem temperorily..Sony Heads always show problem after 1 year use...

[esteem_lover]

Replacing the laser is almost as expensive as getting a new system, moreover it is not a recommended exercise.

[praveen_v]

Originally Posted by kphilip

try cleaning the Head..It may solve the problem temperorily..Sony Heads always show problem after 1 year use...

The problem is not with sony HU's alone. Even my Pio refuses to play the same cd-rw that it used to play before and the cd is not scratched. So i guess the laser might have gone weak. No amount of head cleaning solved the problem and it's now starting to throw errors on even new cd-r's after it plays for 2-3 times.

[amitwiz1]

A major reason why I decided on getting a USB HU !! I had similar problems with an older Pionner in my Alto

[toiingg]

And i thought that i was the only one facing this problem.
My solution was kinda old skool, i stopped using CD-RW's. Lol.

[abhibh]

Originally Posted by amitwiz1

A major reason why I decided on getting a USB HU !!

Originally Posted by toiingg

And i thought that i was the only one facing this problem.
My solution was kinda old skool, i stopped using CD-RW's. Lol.

Best idea. What i have seen is a CD-RW costs Rs 40. and a normal CD costs Rs. 10. Appx life of CD-RW is 10 writes Max now days. I still have CD-RW with me which didnt worked after 2 - 3 times of use.

So best idea is to just write CD's

[Deeps]

So I guess I'll have to go for a new USB HU. Any suggestions which one to go for..price should be minimum. And can i exchange the sony HU??

[abhibh]

Originally Posted by Deeps

So I guess I'll have to go for a new USB HU. Any suggestions which one to go for..price should be minimum. And can i exchange the sony HU??

Yes you can exchange the Sony HU just dont tell him it doesn't Read CD-RW. Just play a normal CD in it.

USB HU range starts from ~4.5K grey. For 4.5K you can get Kenwood 436U/4036U and JVC Front USB input. Pioneer 4050 is around 5-5.5k depending upon city.

[Deeps]

Thanks Abhibh. And how much can i get for the Sony HU. A new one is now 3700/-

[kphilip]

deeps , pioneer is the best among low end models.. I've used sony hu for 1 year and it started showing this reading problem, My friend too had a similiar complaint..We both have shifted to pioneer now and so far no complaints ..I suggest u get a good pionner HU..

[mithun]

Deeps : Is the normal CD-R working fine ?

[JayD]

Originally Posted by Deeps

Thanks Abhibh. And how much can i get for the Sony HU. A new one is now 3700/-

If u exchange it for a new one, you may get around 1.5k Approx. I'd say, if you are happy with the present HU except for the RW issue, stop using CD-RW's! simple! else, exchange it for a new one. repairing the lens may be an expensive affair.