Amiga cd 32 door problem

[S0nic]

i get today fnally amiga cd 32 , unit is in mint shape but console dont read disc right, first i think it is laser, but i put playstation 2 controller on amiga cd door and put cd inside and turn on, amiga works fine till ps2 controller stay on door, it looks like door go up a little and it is harder to open them like they need to be oiled ... can you guys know how to fix this door problem this is not first amiga cd have this problem i think that

[Oldsmobile_Mike]

Not sure I understand what you're asking here.  You're saying the CD stops playing when the door hinge lifts up?  This seems pretty normal.  Need to look at the hinge & latch mechanism and figure out why it isn't staying closed.

You should also replace the capacitors, as CD32's suffer from the same problems as A1200/A4000, in that regard.

[S0nic]

no i say ; when i put cd inside console, amiga dont load him on first i think that is laser, but i put playstation controller on door and turn on console, and after that console load cd normal console load normal when you put pressure on door, its probably problem with mechanism , i must lubricate him ? with what? and what part? anyone have same problem?

[paul1981]

I know nothing of the CD32, but it does sound like an interlock switch problem. You'll need to take it apart and have a good look at the switch and actuator, and make according repairs or adjustments.

[S0nic]

i made video for you guys look and tell me what to do

https://youtu.be/ZZYPUin2w6o

[BozzerBigD]

Repair the hinge. WD40 and/or take apart and put back together. It should be far smoother than that! Does it work when you weigh it down?

[BozzerBigD]

It's probably a misaligned spring. I've seen a few where the spring has been removed and the hinge no longer holds up the lid but the CD lid closes and works under gravity. Would be better to salvage the spring put if you have to remove it it should still work.

[pyrre]

Not sure I understand what you're asking here.  You're saying the CD stops playing when the door hinge lifts up?  This seems pretty normal.  Need to look at the hinge & latch mechanism and figure out why it isn't staying closed.

You should also replace the capacitors, as CD32's suffer from the same problems as A1200/A4000, in that regard.

do those caps do any damage to motherboard if they start to leak?

[BozzerBigD]

Yes, they contain acid that burns the trace lines on the motherboard! However, if you are using it regularly you should notice weird behaviour if they start to go i.e. sound only out of one speaker etc. I should get mine checked out but it's getting the time. I have had my Video/Sound module recapped because the sound went funny but should have had the whole machine done I guess.

[pyrre]

Yes, they contain acid that burns the trace lines on the motherboard! However, if you are using it regularly you should notice weird behaviour if they start to go i.e. sound only out of one speaker etc. I should get mine checked out but it's getting the time. I have had my Video/Sound module recapped because the sound went funny but should have had the whole machine done I guess.

i have not started my cd32 for years. and it wont start now. i have to open it up really soon.. in case some caps are leaking....

[S0nic]

Repair the hinge. WD40 and/or take apart and put back together. It should be far smoother than that! Does it work when you weigh it down?

so you wish to say that; hinge is inside and she move from her place and need to be back in place? console works if you hold doors or put something to hold them down

[BozzerBigD]

so you wish to say that; hinge is inside and she move from her place and  need to be back in place? console works if you hold doors or put  something to hold them down

Yes, hopefully the hinge can be cleaned, lubricated with WD40 and screwed/superglued back into place. It is all spring loaded and a fiddle but you should be able to fix it.

[S0nic]

Yes, hopefully the hinge can be cleaned, lubricated with WD40 and screwed/superglued back into place. It is all spring loaded and a fiddle but you should be able to fix it.

so i need to open complete console all just move this two screws on side part of door

[agami]

I know I'm immature but I just could't get over this one.

i must lubricate him ? with what? and what part? anyone have same problem?

Nope. Haven't had that problem in decades :roflmao:

But seriously though. If you follow the instructions other's have written here, you should be good.

And most importantly, don't put your lubricated part in the CD32 and then close the door. :hammer::lol::banana:

[BozzerBigD]

@S0nic

It looks like the CD1200 prototype has the same problem as your hinge on the CD32!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9LmFmH4YNBA

When you perfect the repair procedure maybe you should offer your services to the Retro Computer Museum Leicester!