Problems with Sony DCR-TRV30 - dv tape plays for 1 second

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  • RonnieL
    Ronnie L
    • Sep 2009
    • 1

    Problems with Sony DCR-TRV30 - dv tape plays for 1 second

    Hi All,

    Some time ago I started to capture some of my old MiniDV tapes to my new computer, hoping to use some of the old material. The oldest tapes are from 2001/2002 (mostly Sony, TDK and FUJI).

    Most of the older tapes does not seem to play correctly - it plays for 1/2 second then stops. When I rewind tape, it rewinds a few seconds and then stop (without reaching end/start). Same with forward. This happens with my oldest DV-tapes. It is like the MiniDV tapes or camera is sluggish or jammed. I tried many of my older tapes, and they all seems to have this issue.

    If I pop in a new MiniDV tape, I can record, play and rewind with no problems.

    Also to note, is that I usually can play the tape if camera has been unused over night... or if I use my movie editing software I can fast forward with picture... but not capture..

    Is the camera in need of service? Or is the old DV tapes going bad?

    Tapes have been stored in a closed box in a dry and cool space.

    Any ideas?
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