MAGNAVOX (FUNAI) DVD-VCR REPAIR ZV427MG9 A NO POWER DISPLAY FLASHING HIGH ESR CAPACITOR REPAIR

[@JBracko]

I picked up one of these recently on cl. I had the exact same issue with the vcr side and this is the only thing I've found that specifically addressed it. It would start the tape fine then power off after 8 seconds or so. I opened it up and cleaned it and now working good as new! Thanks so much.

[@Minimelkav]

Picked one of these at a thrift store for $7, EXACT same issue with the tape mechanism. Your video was one of the first to come up! cleaned the detector and it’s all happy. Thanks for sharing your repairs !

[@bobbyk6585]

Extremely clear instruction on this video.

[@MiracleMAX]

Well done Steve, The caps will get you every time 😉 I've just repaired a BENQ monitor that had faulty caps and dry solder joints on the transformer. It's great to keep these things out of landfill.

[@aviancomputing4357]

What a joy it is to watch an expert practicing his craft! Always taking the time to check the problem points, doing what needs to be done instead of the absolute minimum which is (sadly) the new normal. And to top it all off, he showed how to clean the optical pickup which fixed my Magnavox! A win-win for me!

[@sjn7220]

Just fixed a dell monitor with the same problem - blinking power light and no display. Replaced an obvious bad cap and now works fine.

[@antraciet]

Love your vids repairing things, never gets boring.

[@GoobyGooby]

Thanks so much. I repair stuff for a living but never worked on a VCR. got one that has this problem and assumed it was some bad caps, but this video most likley confirmed it.

[@TheDefpom]

I did a switchmode power supply repair video last week, it was doing the same pulsing so I knew it was the power supply, it’s a pretty clear symptom when you know what it means.

[@thomasrivest5843]

Mine is doing the flashing lights. The unit is like new. I barely used it, and I hate to throw it away. How much do you charge to fix that? Great job on the video

[@brettjames1992]

I always check the capes on vcr combos I buy from eBay if the vcr combo has issues

[@saarike]

Excellent repair! Thank you.

[@alcherry7752]

U make it look so easy.

[@frankpitochelli6786]

Steve, you left some cotton in that pick up hole.It didn't affect anything, on the 65 inch tv you can see it...lol. Good job.

[@norcal715]

I noticed that during editing. Good eye!

[@abeleski]

Great video. Thank you

[@randyc8171]

Mine just started doing that exact same thing. Mine is model ZV457MG9. I pulled the top off and peeked in under the dvd player and top of the same cap is bulged up. I found replacement capacitors at eBay. Even though I am an amateur I have worked on electronics and can probably replace the capacitor with not much trouble. Disconnecting those delicate ribbon cables is my main concern - they look so fragile.

[@dannyodell5148]

Great video. I have this unit and recently I have no video. Its black with like a fuzzy signal. Sounds works great and so does everything else. I have tried cleaning the heads. Anything else I can do to possibly salvage this unit?

[@garygullikson6349]

I have a Funai ZV427FX4 version from QVC that I bought years ago and never used. There are a number of videos that declared all of these as "junk". I'm hoping it it'll convert a pile of VCR tapes to DVD's before it poops out. Where did you learn VCR tape/DVD player repair?

[@norcal715]

Hands on experience working at a tv vcr repair shop since the early 80s.

[@cortessarge5399]

good job sir

[@geoff3172]

Another great video...Do smd capacitors every need ESR or do these only go open or short circuit. ...

[@norcal715]

they go bad also just like a regular electrolytic capacitor

[@trentblevins8391]

Do you know where I can get a replacement front panel display for this unit? The display seems to not be working, although everything else works.

[@StemanLaJoy]

I have this same model and after not being in use for some time, I had the same symptoms with flashing POWER LED, flashing time display and CD\DVD green lights. I opened the case as you did, and can you believe it - the 4700uf 6.3v capacitor was domed and slightly leaking, just as in your video. Is this a project that could be done DIY with only freshman electronics experience or best taken to a small electronics/appliance repair professional? I see that I can buy the capacitors on Amazon.

[@CRChannelurl]

We have a couple of these but the clock display is blank for each. Otherwise seem to work fine. Is this a common issue caused by bad caps?

[@garygullikson6349]

Question? Do electrolytic capacitors have limited shelf life, limited life in use, or go bad over time in unused devices?

[@norcal715]

They do dry up over time and they really enjoy being exercised. So yes they do have a limited shelf life.

[@opmagic30]

Hi I have the same problem do you repair this machine thanks I live in orlando fl

[@norcal715]

You can ship it to me. Email [e-mail]

[@arnoldparrett2916]

I have the same unit I think with the same problem.Do you still repair these units,if so how much do you charge and where do I need to send it.Thank you.

[@norcal715]

Yes I do, Email me [e-mail]

[@roadwarrier9446]

Does that Magnavox vcr require a fast or slow blow fuse. Mine blew a fuse. It's a 1amp 250v fuse that looks like a coil spring inside.

[@norcal715]

Most likely that is a slow blow, fast blow fuses normally just have a straight wire inside.

[@danho1904]

A really fantastic show & tell tutorial. I am in Singapore about half wsy round the earth. Wobder whether you would help me on my 3 Sharp VCRs I have had since 1985 ? /(Don)

[@norcal715]

What's going on with them? 1985 ish sharp vcrs were built quite rugged.

[@danho1904]

@@norcal715 (Thanks for responding)...These are Sharp VC-Ah770 and VC-SH990. All 3 have Tapes Not Able to be Ejected. And LCD Display already not displaying fully. Suspect ejection mechanism Gear Broken. Cannot buy spare parts in Sibgapore. Cann you help to source for them ?

[@chrisluna7616]

Hi Steve i have vcr"s that need fixing how can we get in touch let me know thanks good bringing back to life vcr's

[@tomalexall]

On my Funai WD6D-M100 the power supply clicks and the device does not start. What could it be?

[@mhirman2216]

I have one of these doing the exact same thing. Would you be interested in doing another repair, since these machines are fairly expensive these days. I would rather save it then trash it. Please comment back if you are interested

[@norcal715]

email me [e-mail]

[@randomuser8768]

Hi I have a Sherwood amp that when I turn up to loud turns off, plus the sub out doesn't work, now, is it a fuse? Any help would be awsome don't wanna replace I'd I can reuse

[@gadgetsense3981]

Check that all your speaker wires are not shorting.

[@colemanhenderson4821]

i got a Magnavox DVD/VCR recorder it's doing the same as the one in this video would you mind if you could fix it i just record movies on dvds i've had it for years now but i love it so much and there so hard to get these days. and i enjoy the stuff i record helps me out to enjoy old shows and stuff i record if could please help if can't let me know either way please thanks did love this video

[@TIMROZIERLOCAL513]

I think I have the issue with my combo !! I'd love for you to repair mine !!! I just need to find your contact info !!

[@norcal715]

Email [e-mail]

[@cat-lw6kq]

Aren't those repairs expensive ? The customer pays for Shipping plus your fee ?

[@norcal715]

Average repair is $65-$115 plus return shipping

[@cat-lw6kq]

@@norcal715 That's reasonable. I recently sent a donation to keep your channel going.

[@TheKuldeepsingh88]

STEAVE YOU ARE WONDER

[@markwilliams7676]

hey Steve i have the same problem what is your address so i can mail my vcr'dvd to you

[@norcal715]

Email me [e-mail]

[@joelstolarski2244]

Online search doesn't come up with schematic.

[@dennisqwertyuiop]

30 dollars to ship and return?? zI can buy these all day and day at goodwill and thrift stores for 2.50 to 4.99 and goodwill will return money if it dont work within 7 days

[@forrestlibby9456]

That's not the point of the video.

[@KoenOnbekend]

I doubt you can get these at 2.50 to 4.99. These units are quite desirable because of their HDMI output and VHS > DVD recording capability.

[@dennisqwertyuiop]

@@forrestlibby9456 yes, no matter what the expense is to make a video and get paid for the video from youtube,, all in making money

[@dennisqwertyuiop]

@@KoenOnbekend sorry to say where I live people donate expensive and good brand electronics, around here we have lots of money to update all the time

[@norcal715]

I will be in this customers city next week and am going to personally drop it off to save on shipping. It is a win-win

[@Musicradio77Network]

Funai is garbage. Older VHS VCR’s are much better includes RCA for their “Selectavision” line, Panasonic for their “Omnivision” line, JVC which was the creator of the VHS VCR, and so much more. Sony only made the Betamax VCR and it was top notch with different mechanisms than the VHS mechanism, and Betamax was developed by Sony.