Restored Yet Another More Than 20 Years Old ONKYO CD Player Model DX-C909
This was yet another Onkyo CD Player brought to me by the same friend who brought another model DX-C330, about which I submitted my report earlier. This also was lying unused for a very long time and there was no movement inside when switched on. I opened the cover and studied the inside constructions of this device. This also was more or less like the other one. The PCB fit on top had to be removed, along with the back cover to further remove the arm. The assembly was so closely fit that I had to really struggle to view the motors and belts inside.
Even after removing the PCB from the top, unscrewing the centre holding arm, the tray could not be taken out at all. So, I just kept the tray lifted to a safe position and struggled to take a few snaps to show you all. Unfortunately, the snaps were not clear enough as camera light could not reach the spot.
Like the previous case, the belts were rigid at the place where it was around the motor. It had become hard and lost its elasticity. I replaced all the three belts after combing my stock and refit the tray and rest of the things back how it was, after cleaning the eye unit using cottong swab.
Then powered the unit and found that it was perfectly well on all six positions.
I connected the output to an external amplifier and checked all CDs one by one. I had also pressed the open/close button several times so as to ensure that the grease got loosened. Everything was working very well and sound output was also good.
Mission accomplished with satisfaction and new experience getting collected.
This article was prepared for you by Parasuraman Subramanian from India. He is 74 years old and has more than 30 years’ experience in handling antique equipment like Valve Radio, Amps, Reel Tape Recorders and currently studying latest tech-classes conducted by Kerala State Electronics Technicians’ Association. He has done graduation in BBA degree, private diploma in Radio Engineering and retired as MD of a USA company. Presently working as Consultant to Hospital and other institutions.
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Jaya Kumar
December 29, 2024 at 12:42 am
Sir,
Great work sir.Besides it is very interesting to read your style of writing.Continue this good work to save the mother earth from electronic waste.
Jaya Kumar.P.
Parasuraman S
December 29, 2024 at 5:06 pm
Many thanks for your lovely comments and encouragement!
Jaya Kumar
December 29, 2024 at 12:49 am
Sir,
Great.Continue the good work to save mother earth from électronic waste.It is very interesting to read your style of writing.
Thanks
Jaya Kumar.P.
Parasuraman S
December 29, 2024 at 5:06 pm
Many thanks, dear Jayakumar!
Albert van Bemmelen
December 29, 2024 at 1:47 am
This Onkyo cd player looks a lot better than the plastic Sony 6 cd tray player that I have. I sadly couldn't fix the Sony player because all my belts I had in stock didn't fit the size needed in this model CDP-CE305. And no idea where to get those either.
Parasuraman S
December 29, 2024 at 5:12 pm
If you have a good belt size of which is bigger, cut it to the right size, keep both ends facing each other and meeting points are even, straight and right, then apply a small drop of superglue. Allow it to bond itself for a few minutes. Then the new belt will be ready for use in the set. I have written several articles with pictures how to do it. Ensure that there is no lump formed. Best of luck.
Many thanks for your comments and encouragement too, dear Albert!
Imoudu.O
December 29, 2024 at 2:59 am
I wonder how come those e- caps are still bobbling after 20 yrs and still no need of changing even one.
Thanks for sharing sir.
Parasuraman S
December 29, 2024 at 5:13 pm
Old quality was damn good! Many thanks!
Mark J
December 29, 2024 at 4:47 am
Parasuraman another great CD player repair. I always enjoy your CD player and tape deck repair articles.
Parasuraman S
December 29, 2024 at 5:13 pm
Many thanks for your comments and encouragements, dear Mark!