Error Message FO 6

[Mark C]

I have a Panasonic DMES35V DVD VCR combo. I hooked it up over the weekend I recorded on the VHR as well as the DVD with no problems.

I put a pre-recorded VHS tape in and watched with no problem. When I try to eject the tape it will not come out. The door opens then closes and get the message FO6 on the units screen. I can't find anything in tht manual or on Panasonics web site about this.

Any ideas?
TIA
Mark

[laserman]

The "FO6" is the last recorded failure code. In this case, it has detected a failure in the `cassette up` part of tape ejection routine. Some part of the mechanism is likely fouling on something. Can you still operate the tape?

[Mark C]

Laserman,
Thanks for the reply, Need to check it out when I get home tonight. What implications are there if the tape plays? What can I do to get the tape out? Any ideas.

Mark

[laserman]

May be just a `hick-up` in the mechanism, in which case you should be OK. However, if the machine won`t eject the tape, things become complicated. There are essentially 3 methods of tape removal. The first involves nothing more than using the remote in Service Mode, the second, a 9V battery and screwdriver, and lastly, complete removal of the tape mechanism.

[Mark C]

Thanks, I'll report back.
Mark