On my DCR PC100 Sony Digital Handicam the tape compartment door seems to be stuck open, and won't close? I was wondering if it might be related to another problem I've been having with the "record" button not working correctly - hence whenever I'v reorded something recently, I've had to hold down the record (red) button constantly.

SOURCE: Sony dcr-trv310 record button wont work

the carbon switch is already damage.that why is not going back from the original position and just little touch to the button is functioning...it to be replace the button or repair it by replacing a metal contact...in our shop we replace it by a metal contact switch it is more durable than the original carbon switch....

SOURCE: Camera Case will not close

I solved my Sony Camera problem by throwing the camera in the trash and vowing never to purchase a Sony Camera again. When I saw many other people posting the same problem on the internet, I came to the conclusion this is a major problem with Sony Cameras.

SOURCE: SONY HANDYCAM MODEL CCD-FX730V

Its arround 1993 model camera and part supply has an end by Sony. Problem is Capacitors mounted on boards. If you can change them, go ahead.

SOURCE: Tape is stuck in my Sony handycam DCR-PC101

I have managed to eject my tape by powering 4.5 V the little motor which drives the eject mechanism.
Problem is that you have to dismantle half the camera to do this (be very careful with the flexy wires they are fragile) and I wouldnt' do it without the service manual.

Lynn Magnuson

• 10 Answers
• Posted on Feb 24, 2009

SOURCE: Sony DCR-PC100 does not eject (well not really!)

Don't think this is a complete solution, but it might help. Try checking out the buttons on the camera. I've got one of those same cameras but my problem is the ribbon cable in the cassette carrier broke and I'm on the hunt for a new one, and a service manual. By the way, how about emailing a copy of the service manual to me at [email protected]. Thanks. I might be able to help further with a copy of that.