Tascam DAT won't power up

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In article <4100A444.5B3CF094@alaska.net> zbert@alaska.net writes:

> I like to be able to handle lots of formats if possible. Anyone got any
> suggestions on how to get this thing running?

You could send it back to TASCAM. If they can't fix it, they'll return
it and won't charge you (not even for the return shipping). If it's
repairable at all, that's probably cheaper than buying a replacement
DAT and dealing with someone else's problems.



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Albert McDonnell <zbert@alaska.net> wrote:
> Hello RAPers,

> I have an old Tascam DA-30 that I used to use a lot, but don't anymore.
> An old client wants a DAT tape transferred to CD, but my machine won't
> power up. This happenned once before and it seems like a bunch of
> fiddling with the on/off button got it going again but it doesn't seem
> to work this time. When I power on, nothing happens, but when I power
> off, I hear a small click from somewhere around the display. I don't see
> anything that looks wrong inside.

> I like to be able to handle lots of formats if possible. Anyone got any
> suggestions on how to get this thing running?

Do you feel comfortable opening up gear?

First, disconnect the power from the outlet.

If this is simply a problem with the power switch...as you seem to be
implying, open up the unit. I believe that you just remove the top
metal piece. The way the power switch probably operates is the button
at the front is attached by a long rod to the actaul switch at the back.

Perhaps it is the mechanical arrangement that is malfunctioning. If you
are able to correct it, then you are done. If you can't, my suggestion
is that you put the switch in the back into the on mode, and disconnect
the rod. Now, whenever you have to turn it on, you just plug in the unit.

The problem could be something else. Maybe the actual switch is faulty.
You will need a multimeter to test this. I don't know if that is beyond
your skill.

If you are rarely using this DAT, then I wouldn't put a lot of money into
repairing it properly. On the other hand, Tascam is a very reasonable
company, and they may sell you a part for a decent price.

Rob R.