Random black lines from VHS

[chrishughes4]

Hi everyone
I have just brought a second hand JVC HR-S8700EK S-VHS Video Recorder for doing some video transfer and the colour and quality is fantastic.
This problem is I keep getting what appear to be random black lines appearing.

Has anyone else had this problem?

Any help is much appreciated

[2Bdecided]

If they're single lines streaking away from high contrast edges in the picture, they're due to head wear - either on the original record deck, or on this playback deck.

Otherwise, no idea.

(your image isn't showing here). EDIT: now it is! Yes, worn heads.

Cheers,
David.

[lordsmurf]

The deck may be damaged.

[16mmJunkie]

First impression is worn heads to me as well. Would look at replacing these and if it's worth it for you.






If the Light ain't Bright, It ain't Right!!

[lordsmurf]

Worn heads would essentially be damage. Must replace worn heads.

[2Bdecided]

Worn heads would essentially be damage. Must replace worn heads.

...but it's a bit late for that if the worn heads were on the record machine.

If they're on the playback machine, then I wonder if it isn't cheaper to get another one.

Cheers,
David.