Help: Tape Recorder Problem

Subject: Tape Recorder Problem
From: Bobert
Date: 08 Jan 02 - 07:22 PM

I purchased a Teak A-2340 4 Channel Sync Reel to Reel Recorder from ebay. It arrived yesterday and worker perfectly playing back some old tapes I have for 3 hours and then it crapped out. What it is doing is this. When I put it on "play", the reels start turning very slowly and then build up speed and end up turning like they are in fast forward. Anyone have any ideas?

Subject: RE: Help: Tape Recorder Problem
From: GUEST,CLETUS
Date: 08 Jan 02 - 07:39 PM

Miztur Bobert, iffen I wuz you Ide put Rufus on it az thair ain't nuthin' like sum West Virginny enjineerin ta put thangz rite. Now Ime jes gessin heer an ya aint gotta holt with my opinyun, but it seemz ta me that yer problem iz that tha thing iz purty well fuckt up sumhow.

CLETUS

Subject: RE: Help: Tape Recorder Problem
From: Bobert
Date: 08 Jan 02 - 08:01 PM

Thanks, Clet, for your very thoughtful suggestion and subsequent diagnosis, however, Rufus ain't allowed out of Tweedsburg. But he did tell me to say "Hey" to you if I ran into you over here in the big city so, "Hey, Clet." Now, who around here is the wizard on old equipment?

Subject: RE: Help: Tape Recorder Problem
From: CRANKY YANKEE
Date: 09 Jan 02 - 12:04 AM

I shave the exact same thing. check and see where the tape speed control is set. (either in or out)also the reel "size" control. My machine works on 15 inches per second and 7 inches per second. I'll give mine a going over tomorrow and see if I can figure out what's wrong with yours. Don't lose heart, it is a VERY good machine, and If I can't figure out a solution, put it in the shop, it will be very much worth the expense.

I have the entire operation and repair manual, I'll copy it and send you a copy. Send me a PM with your mailing adress and I'll forward it to you.

Jody Gibson

Subject: RE: Help: Tape Recorder Problem
From: Bobert
Date: 09 Jan 02 - 12:17 PM

Thanks, Jody...

Subject: RE: Help: Tape Recorder Problem
From: bob schwarer
Date: 10 Jan 02 - 11:01 AM

Make sure the pressure roll is holding the tape against the powered capstan. Mine gets balky at times and has to be reminded to do its thing.

Bob S.

Subject: RE: Help: Tape Recorder Problem
From:
Date: 18 Jun 04 - 10:20 AM

Where can I get repairs for an otari prodcast reel to reel Recorder?