tascam da-30

[bssch]

I have a da-30 that will not engage the tape when a cassette is inserted. There appears to be a disconnected spring hanging from the rear of the tray assembly, but I cannot seem to see where the other end is meant to attach. I'm wondering if this is part of the problem (please look at the photo attached - note the disconnected spring on attached photo)

[steve_pan]

http://www.tangible-technology.com/da60/datbugs_sony_da60.htm

Maybe this will help

[bssch]

thanks for the info - unfortunately this refers to using a spring from a da30 in another machine (not actually in a da30)
Anybody have info on actual da30's?

[Elite-ist]

Hi bssch,

I have a Tascam DA-30, and when I get home from work tonight, I'll pull it from the stereo stand. Then I'll remove the cover to expose the spring location.

Nando.

[Elite-ist]

Hopefully, these pictures will help you with our Tascam DA-30 tape loading problem:

http://i768.photobucket.com/albums/xx322/vintagevet/Tascam%20DA-30/TascamDA-30TrayReturnSpring003.jpg

http://i768.photobucket.com/albums/xx322/vintagevet/Tascam%20DA-30/TascamDA-30TrayReturnSpring001.jpg

http://i768.photobucket.com/albums/xx322/vintagevet/Tascam%20DA-30/TascamDA-30TrayReturnSpring002.jpg

Nando.

[bssch]

thanks for the pictures - it has helped immensely
do you know what this spring actually does?

[bssch]

thanks very much

[Elite-ist]

Hi bssch,

This is the first time I have opened the case on my DA-30. If I had loaded a tape into the tray, while the cover was off, and the unit was powered up, I would have a hint of its function. Right now, I don't know.

Nando.