AVD-C70ES optical block???

[kpodolski]

Came across a AVD-C70ES that does not read any discs.  I was trying to figure out the model/part number of the optical block.  I tore the unit down to the optical block which had some Sony part number but an internet search came up empty.

Soooooo, I was wondering if anyone here has replaced an optical block in this unit and if so do you have the part number for a new one?  

I guess I should ask if it is even worth messing with this thing?  The amp and tuner work fine.....


Here's a pix of the block....

[jehill]

I just happen to have the AVD-C70ES service manual, since I own an AVD-C70ES.  It appears that the part that you are looking for is as follows:

Ref. No.    Part No.               Description

351          1-477-263-11      PICK-UP UNIT (TDP022W)

You may purchase the replacement part (A4713410A) for $103.01 at https://servicesales.sel.sony.com/ecom/accessories/web/index.jsp.  Use the Part Number search to locate it.

Have you tried all types of discs, CD SACD, DVD?  Once I tried playing a DVD to no avail.  I then tried all DVDs that I had and finally found one that worked.  I then tried the other DVDs again and they worked.  It seems that the unit features an auto calibration routine, because the unit corrected the problem itself.

[kpodolski]

Thanks for the info.  It's just what I needed.

The unit will not play any disc (CD,DVD, SACD).  Just keeps saying "reading".

What is with the semi-transparent cover that slides over the lens?  Is it there to protect the lens?  A dust cover?  Never seen anything like that before....