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NEC TG-16/TE/TurboDuo => TG-16/TE/TurboDuo Discussion => Topic started by: malducci on March 09, 2006, 02:43:20 PM

Title: Duo repair
Post by: malducci on March 09, 2006, 02:43:20 PM

I don't know if this is common knowledge or not, but here is a quick fix for those Duo units that won't load CD games anymore. I've known about this problem since 2000, but haven't seen anything on the web about it. This doesn't fix ALL loading problems, just the stuck lens unit issue. I have no idea if the japanese Duo, Duo-R, or Duo-Rx systems are effected by this.

http://www.pcedev.net/duo_repair.html

Title: Duo repair
Post by: Keranu on March 09, 2006, 03:25:12 PM

That's a excellent article you wrote, I'm sure this will help a lot.

Title: Duo repair
Post by: frankodragon on March 20, 2006, 04:14:12 PM

I have this problem too but genine Turbo CD's tend to lock the lens all the way to the right as well.  

I don't know if this would help but would greasing the tracks/gears prevent the lens from getting stuck?

Title: Duo repair
Post by: shadowlife25 on March 20, 2006, 09:51:39 PM

Not too sure if greasing the tracks will help, but if anyone wants, I have the tools to do it if you are unsure about it. All that is required is some lubricant that is suitable for electronics that comes with a "needle" tip applicator. These can be found cheaply at Radio Crap or any high-end electronics store.
M.