This chap really knows his stuff, he explains perfectly, you couldn't ask for a better how to do video. He is 5 star and aces in my book, thanks a million, Al Wilton

@Sortitoutman

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind comments!

Thank you, sir! I just fixed my 300 disc changer for under $30 CAD. it was the belts. They stretched out over the last 25+ years. This video made it very easy.

@Sortitoutman

4 ай бұрын

Nice work!

I bought a Sony 300 disc player at My Neighborhood value village last month. And bought the replacement belts online. Totally payed under $40 Canadian. Watched Your video a couple of times and repaired it. Thanks for sharing Your passion and adventures from Toronto Ontario Canada. I appreciate You .😎👍♥️🔊🎶🎶🎶🎶✨️✨️✨️✨️✨️☕️☕️☕️☕️☕️✨️✨️💯💯💯💯✨️💯

@Sortitoutman

6 ай бұрын

Good stuff

The video is great. I followed your instructions. Ordered the belts off Amazon, removed all you instructed in the back, replaced the belts, closed it all up, and it worked. Thanks again.

@Sortitoutman

6 ай бұрын

Great to hear!

Thank you for the great video. I just undertook the surgery to replace the two belts. It's 19 years old and the belts turned into bubblegum. Surprisingly it's actually easier than you make it look. I didn't even unload the carousel. Disconnecting the 4 cables from the board is probably the riskiest part. I'm a retired machinist, tool maker and mechanical engineer and I see things most people don't see. What I saw in this machine is astounding. The care and detail is outstanding. The quality of the plastic injection molding is superb. Especially the carousel. That's a single piece and to mold that with those 300 dividers is no simple task. Thanks again.

@Sortitoutman

5 ай бұрын

no problem

I bought the CD player it being 20 years old for a chunk of money. I half expected it to crap out and it did about 3 years later. Your video was a game-changer. Thanks, man!

@Sortitoutman

Жыл бұрын

no worries

The best video I have watched on how to change the belts on a Sony CD changer. I was done in 30 minutes and avoided significant teardown. Thanks

@Sortitoutman

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped!

Great video! I first watched another video which emphasized removing all of the parts above the belts in order to access them. I quickly realized that even if i did get all of the parts removed, I would never remember how to reassemble them correctly. Fortunately, I came across your video a short time later, and found the process much more simple and straightforward. Being retired and on a fixed income, I really appreciate anything that helps me save what little money I have. Thanks very much for that.

@Sortitoutman

6 ай бұрын

glad it helped

This is a serious lifesaving video for a guy past retirement age to maintain his 3, yes 3, 300 CD changers. Didn't take 10 minutes to complete! Thanks!

@Sortitoutman

2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

@jaykay1053

Жыл бұрын

Gordon McElroy. I just had a couple of 20-year old gals over for a gab-fest (niece and her friend). They were blown away by my 300-CD changer but then we were greeted by a “Table Error”. I wish I’d had a couple of extra machines, like you do!

How to find replacement belts - Search for: 2 Drive Belts and 1 Door Belt for Sony 300 400 CDP-CX300 CDP-CX400 CD Player Belts Several results found on Amazon, Ebay, etc. These fit multiple models of the Sony Carousel style players. Set of all 3 belts should be under $10 including shipping. As the video mentioned, to replace the door belt you need to remove the carousel to get underneath it.

@joycehanechak1784

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this info!

@jaykay1053

Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! It’s exactly what I needed to know. What is the right kind of set of tweezers called? What about the rings and ankle bracelet he wore to prevent static? Is that something to buy too? What search would you recommend? What kind of metal, if you know? Thanks!

@Sortitoutman

5 ай бұрын

you dont need to replace the door belt unless it has failed. they dont usually fail. most turntable issues happen once a customer attempts to replace that belt when its not needed! belts in my ebay store

So glad your video came up after the one I watched about removing all the layers of components to get down to the belts. Wow! What a timesaver going in through the back of the unit. Thank you so much. It works perfectly.

@Sortitoutman

3 жыл бұрын

no problem!

I had my new unit in the attic since 1995 found it 7 years later and played it until it stopped...now because of you I can listen to my music at home...thank and keep up the Great work 👍 🙌 🙏

@Sortitoutman

3 жыл бұрын

Good to hear!

Superbe work. I am a very old engineer that worked in the valvular and first transistors and I like that youth like you appreciate these machines. Cheers from Patagonia Argentina

@Sortitoutman

6 ай бұрын

Thank you very much!

6 ай бұрын

@@Sortitoutman An honour.

Watched your video last week. Ordered drive belts. Installed new belts. Piece of cake using your method! Thanks

@Sortitoutman

Жыл бұрын

Nice work!

A million thanks! I thought our changer was history. Your video is fantastic. I don't think it took anymore than 30 minutes and I was really taking it slow. Another benefit is how good I feel about myself being able to fix this wonderful device. You are the best!

@Sortitoutman

Жыл бұрын

no worries!

Great, helpful video. The best part is it allowed me to change both belts ($10 from Amazon) in about ten minutes with no problems, and, best of all, without having to take out a single disk. Saved a big pain of putting all of the disks back in!

@Sortitoutman

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped :-)

@jaykay1053

Жыл бұрын

Brian Ruess thanks for writing this. I would have unknowingly removed all of the discs!

Hello sir - thought my cd player was heading to the garbage can. Now, thanks to your outstanding instructions, our family favourite machine is back in working order with two new belts. Cheers from Canada.

@Sortitoutman

Жыл бұрын

Glad to help

Thank you! Was able to complete this repair in 20 minutes, and 10 of that was spent trying to get the old rubber bands out! They had actually melted and decomposed to the point they were the consistency of grease! I’ve never seen anything like that before with rubber that wasn’t being actively heated!

@Sortitoutman

2 ай бұрын

Glad it helped!

Thank you for the clearly detailed information! I discovered at Christmas time that it would no longer play. Ordered the belts from Amazon, installed them, and it works like new! Kudos for a great video.

@Sortitoutman

2 жыл бұрын

no probs

@jaykay1053

Жыл бұрын

John Yoder. Was there a model number of the belts so I know I’m buying the right kind and size of belts? I plan to buy them too. Thanks.

@johnwyoder

Жыл бұрын

@@jaykay1053 Changer Loading & Carousel 2 Belt Set for Sony CDP-CX355 CX350 CX335 CX333ES CD Player

Super helpful video. I've ordered the belts , and now feel confident I can fit them. Thanks! 🙂👍

@deliber8cre8tor

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Katherine ! Hope all is well with you... Wondering if you can share where you ordered the belts, what size, brand etc.... Noticed your comments are from 2 months ago, how did your repair go?

Piece of cake! THANK YOU! It is so awesome to rediscover all of my old music!!!!

@Sortitoutman

Жыл бұрын

Enjoy!

Really super easy to replace the 2 drive belts with the assistance of your great video - thank you very much!!!

@Sortitoutman

Жыл бұрын

Glad it helped

This was brilliant! Thank you so much. A perfect repair, with no undo worryation. Even bought some snazzy tweezers to add to the kit. Cheers.

@Sortitoutman

2 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped!

You r the man! Just took me about 30 mins to fix mine after watching ur video! Bought the same belts from amazon for $10! Just need to be careful with the sharp edges lol.

@Sortitoutman

6 ай бұрын

Great to hear!

Excellent video. Thanks. I did also have a problem with the player mechanism not being in the correct place on the spiral track after I removed it to replace the belts before I watched your video. Luckily it is working now.

@Sortitoutman

3 жыл бұрын

Yeap that can happen if you also remove too many of the screws, especially the ones that hold the cd laser frame in place. Easy to line it back up though. as you found out :-)

Luckily I found this video before I watched another that showed removing the circuit board in the back, way more complicated than your shortcut, Thanks for a great easy to follow vid! :)

@Sortitoutman

6 ай бұрын

not a problem

Brilliant. I’ve been putting off getting my 300 disc model fixed. This makes me comfortable doing it myself with $10 of belts from Amazon.

@eric_stroud_drums8454

5 ай бұрын

I replaced the two belts, thanks. Now it blinks but the carousel doesn’t turn and door does not open. Tabs underneath seem to be in place. Is there a door belt?

@Sortitoutman

5 ай бұрын

if nothings moving at all check your ribbon cables from the pcbs,

Happy to find this video. I've just unpacked three of these full of discs that were in storage for 10 years. Everyone had crapped out, but your video is a god send. Where can I find belts?

Great video, was able to fix 2 CDP-CX355 in under an hour

@Sortitoutman

Жыл бұрын

Nice work!

This video is awesome. Straight to the point and easy to follow. $10.00 on new belts and up and running .

@Sortitoutman

5 ай бұрын

glad it helped

Just saw one of these units last evening at a Goodwill for $4.99 that didn't work. About to go back to get it if it's there still. Worth a shot. Thanks !

@Sortitoutman

2 жыл бұрын

no worries

Thanks! I’m sitting here waiting for my new belts to be delivered. I was going to go through from the top but from the back seems much easier!

@Sortitoutman

2 жыл бұрын

Good luck!

Just replaced belts/cleaned my cx355 from '02. I replaced the door belt as well, easy fix...Great machine, and excellent storage!

@Sortitoutman

2 жыл бұрын

glad it helped

@user-xb4rg1ky9k

6 ай бұрын

Where is the door belt located? None of the videos I have found talk about that one

@vulcangunner58

6 ай бұрын

I remember it being below the door, and easily accessed when the carousel is removed.@@user-xb4rg1ky9k

@manschelde7552

5 ай бұрын

@@user-xb4rg1ky9k I think that the door belt is underneath the carousel. A different video mentions this. Also the service manual mentions this.

Amazing! You have saved me from having to purchase a new CD player. Couple of new belts and fixed. I wish you would comment with which belts you purchase and use. The ones I ended up with weren't rounded edge smooth like yours were. Thank you so very much for the very informative and helpful video.

@Sortitoutman

6 ай бұрын

no worries

Great advice. It's definitely the easiest way to change the belts.

@Sortitoutman

3 жыл бұрын

Agreed!

You sir... just allowed me to sort out my player in all of 10 minutes :) Liked and subscribed!

@Sortitoutman

Жыл бұрын

glad it helped

Thank you for the awesome video. Just replaced my belts with no issues.

@Sortitoutman

2 жыл бұрын

Great to hear!

Brilliant. Repaired the player as per your video. I am the worst DIY person in the world, so quite anxious about attempting in. But worked out perfect. Thank you so much. Johan

@Sortitoutman

6 ай бұрын

You can do it!

Worked perfectly for me - many thanks!

@Sortitoutman

2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

awesome video, repaired my machine in an hour! thanks!

@Sortitoutman

2 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped!

Thanks for the video. Mine works again now!

@Sortitoutman

3 жыл бұрын

Good to hear!

Thank You trice. Twice for each belt you helped me replace and another for the guidance that a sensor can be taken out of alignment like in my instance yet of a Laser Disc Player I might have reluctantly damaged until I find more of you Helpful videos? Oscilloscope is a Professional level I'm not near yet!

@Sortitoutman

5 ай бұрын

no problem

Great video piece of cake to change the belts saved my CD player. Thanks

@Sortitoutman

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

Watched your video was a game changer. You broke it down was impressed with your expertise and gave me confidence that I could pull the replacements myself. Much appreciated too valuable a unit to toss. My friend said just join Spotify and you proved him wrong. Many thanks and hopefully many more years of enjoyment. PS. Sony was not interested in helping ,sorry to say.

@Sortitoutman

Жыл бұрын

glad it helped nice to keep old tech running rather then it being skipped

Thank you for the excellent video. 😊

@Sortitoutman

5 ай бұрын

no probs

Awesome! Took my cover off and saw old belt lying there, not on the wheel. Put in new ones and voila.

@Sortitoutman

2 жыл бұрын

Nice work!

Thank you veers much, my machine has never move since new... Door not opening and the carousel not moving but now I have information to repair. Strange Sony never tidied things up inside added coloured light and clear top to sell as a home juke-box!

This was exactly what I needed to know. And it's such a fascinating machine too; it was actually really fun and kinda relaxing just watching you go through it and watching the parts work. You got to the point, little if any tangents, 10/10 video.

@Sortitoutman

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for that.

Thank you for making this video!

@Sortitoutman

2 жыл бұрын

No worries!

Really good instructive video thanks, good enough that I'll give mine a go! One thing you didn't mention was the size of the drive belts that are required, bit I'll see if I can find that somewhere else 🤞

@Sortitoutman

5 ай бұрын

they are in my store

Very helpful thank you the belts on 1 player lasted for 23 years ! The second one will be next.

@Sortitoutman

6 ай бұрын

Glad it helped

Thanks bruf. It helped me a lot working on my CX555.

@Sortitoutman

6 ай бұрын

Good to hear

Perfect!! Thank you!! God Bless!!

@Sortitoutman

3 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

Outstanding! Thanks a million!

@Sortitoutman

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped!

hey thanks i just fixed one of these because of your video!

@Sortitoutman

Жыл бұрын

Glad I could help!

This video was awesome!! I did myself. Saved potentially $$ Thanks!!

@Sortitoutman

Жыл бұрын

Glad it helped!

Excellent vidéo, thank you!

@Sortitoutman

3 ай бұрын

You are welcome!

Easy peasy and amazing thanks!

@Sortitoutman

3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

@colvingazelle

3 жыл бұрын

Wow! Clear and concise. Fixed our dead machine in a half hour. Do you have a PayPal or Venmo account I could send a donation?

Thank you! I just bought some belts!!

@Sortitoutman

5 ай бұрын

no worries

This video was excellent. My disc player had stopped working, and after seeing this I ordered the belts and replaced them myself. Thank you for sharing your expertise!!

@Sortitoutman

2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

I got this a couple years ago for about $40, it needed some belts, I went to dollar store and bought a bag full of assorted size elastic bands and was able to fix player, still plays no problem. Put on random and plays for ever.

Excellent video. Great help. Could you please tell me where I might find the replacement belts and size that you used. Thanks again.

Thankyou so much.... our machine has been resurrected😊

@Sortitoutman

26 күн бұрын

Most welcome 😊

Great video! I have a belt for the door operation also and hope its self evident as how to replace it.

@Sortitoutman

3 жыл бұрын

Good luck!

@etmccaus

3 жыл бұрын

if it's like other Sony jukeboxes, you'll likely need to remove the carousel itself. Motor and belt are underneath.

great vid, is there a belt for the door as well? mine seems a bit sluggish?

Thank you for a fantastic video. Its the best video on here for belt changing. My Sony CD changer has just had the belts changed by the previous owner a few weeks ago and it seems to worked fine until today. The carousel just goes around and I see blue, green and amber lights in the window. I've checked all the plastic tabs on the underside and they are all there and secure. Might it be the sensors have dust or misalignment?

@Sortitoutman

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for that!

Awesome..... Thank you! 🙏🙏 What sizing belts did you use please?

Excellent video 10/10. What happens if I don’t have the finger rings and ankle bracelet you mentioned? What kind of metal would they need to be?

I'm a little late but I have a problem with my cdp-cx350. I changed the belts but since then it just displays"table error" and won't play the disk but instead stop one next to the grabbing mechanism. If I push the carusel a little manualy, it will grab the disk and starts playing it. Would you know a solution that might fixes my issue?

@Sortitoutman

5 ай бұрын

sensore alignment or missing tooth on the bottom of the carosel if you removed it to do the door belt

Great video - many thanks! I have the exact machine that needs new belts too. I'd like to put it back into service. What size belts should I get before I take it apart? Any particular sources you'd recommend or just from ebay?

@Sortitoutman

5 ай бұрын

have tem in my ebay store

Amazing!!

@Sortitoutman

5 ай бұрын

thanks

Great video content. Are you just using common elastic/rubber bands? I have a 200 disk CDP-CX235 and it seems like there is only one toothed belt in the rear. Can you replace that with a non-toothed belt? I'm having loading issues as the disk wil intially load into the opitical driver then it will fall out. Is this related to the loose belt? Daniel

@Sortitoutman

3 жыл бұрын

newer models don`t use the toothed belts, so if you have a toothed belt on yours you`ll need to replace with same.

I've watched the video, loved it! I have seen numerous questions asking about the belts, what size, where to find them etc. Can you let us in on the source of the belts? Thanks again.

@rebeccablevins5219

3 жыл бұрын

eBay...about $8

@bwk321

2 жыл бұрын

How to find replacement belts - Search for: 2 Drive Belts and 1 Door Belt for Sony 300 400 CDP-CX300 CDP-CX400 CD Player Belts Several results found on Amazon, Ebay, etc. These fit multiple models of the Sony Carousel style players. Set of all 3 belts should be under $10 including shipping. As the video mentioned, to replace the door belt you need to remove the carousel to get underneath it.

@Sortitoutman

5 ай бұрын

in my ebay store

Thx it worked

@Sortitoutman

2 жыл бұрын

No problem

Hi, Great video - what size belts are they. Dave

THANKYOU!!!!!

@Sortitoutman

5 ай бұрын

no probs

Great info thanks ! I just picked up one of these, the sound doesn't come on until after about 5 minutes even though I see the timer as the cd plays and it also get stuck on a track periodically. Any idea what might be wrong ?

@Sortitoutman

3 жыл бұрын

At the very least give the laser a clean

Any guidance where to buy the belt itself ? any reference number and website ? Thanks. Very instructive !

Thanks for the informative video! I put some new belts on a Sony CX-355, 300 disk player. What tool do you use for adjusting the sensors? An oscilloscope? I think there may be something wrong with the sensors but I really have no clue. When I turn it on, the table/carousel rotates a bit then reverses direction, it does that a few times and then stops. It won't even get a disk ready to play or eject one. It displays 'Table Error'. Any help is greatly appreciated, thanks!

@Sortitoutman

3 жыл бұрын

yeap a scope is the best way, but what you describe sounds like a damaged table causing a sensor error - the tables going back and forth as it cannot locate its position - remove it and turn it over, there`s a row of tiny tabs that run along the edge all the way round - the sensor "counts" these tabs to work out where the table is - you often find that some are missing from mis-use, so check they are all there - look for any gaps that are not constant (i.e too big). Only way to fix is either with some crafting plastic and patience, or a replacement table.

I have this model . I believe it needs new belts and general cleaning but the door won’t open when the button is pressed. Can you give me an idea what the repair is? Thank you.

this video help me resolved this issue with no probelm ..........Now a few years later the ftont button on the player is tuck (on/button) Is there a way there a way to fix this a s well?

A big thank you for this video, it worked perfectly... now have our much missed player working... one question I cleaned the laser and noted how loose it was, is this how it scans a disc or do I have a problem as at the end of some discs we seem to get the music stuck in one place!! Kind regards Ken.

@Sortitoutman

2 жыл бұрын

it should be loose as it needs to focus in and out. Thanks

Just wondering if you could help me! My 153 has no digital display light.. Is there a button that would light it up?

Thank you for sharing this video. Does replacing the belts also solved the issues that sometimes when loading a cd the cd gets stuck and smashed somewhere in the machine or brakes. I had that twice so maybe i need to replace the belts. Thanks for sharing again.

@Sortitoutman

5 ай бұрын

new belts would help the clamp for the disc.

Great video it helped me get started, Im having trouble getting the carousel to fit in without rubbing, all belts changed but I can’t get past this. Any help is appreciated!..

@Sortitoutman

5 ай бұрын

why did you remove the carosel?

Great video, many thanks, my CDP-CX355 (that I got maybe back in 2001) now has 2 new belts that work great. But there is an additional fault that I don't know how to fix, can you give a suggestion? This fault was present before the belt changes. The unit grabs each CD but almost always is unable to play the cd, it just spins for some time, then moves to the next disc , and this repeats. I don't see an error message. Occasionally it will play, or play some of the tracks and then the fault reappears. I cleaned the laser with isopropyl alcohol on a cotton-bud as you did, but it does not change the symptom. Any suggestions?

@Sortitoutman

3 ай бұрын

could be the alignment is out (theres a screw on the clamp) or its dirty, or just needs a new laser - they can be found on ebay for not much money

Great video on changing the belt...I tried to use my Sony's 300 and the door wold not open and go to various records. How I can fix this...thanks

Thanks that was very helpful but do you know what the blue, green and amber light mean ?, i cant seem to find any info on them in the manual or online . Thanks

@Sortitoutman

6 ай бұрын

if memory serves its for checking discs, none loaded, discs loaded, and disc selected

Do you take in players to repair and where ARE you located?

Where do you get your replacement belts from ?

Awesome video! Maybe it’s somewhere in the comments, but what belts did you use, where can I find them?

@Sortitoutman

27 күн бұрын

I have them on my ebay shop(the_hifi_guy) Thanks

@joamills

27 күн бұрын

@@Sortitoutman thank you!

Thanks this was a great video! Have you done the belts on a DVP-CX985V? I have the 3 belt set but I haven't changed them yet, I'm not sure I want to tackle the procedure, a local repair shop gave me a estimate of $80.00 usd.

@Sortitoutman

2 жыл бұрын

sorry that was never in the UK but the other DVP dvd changers were all gears not belts.

Esse aparelho consegue reproduzir os 200 CD's um atras do outro? tem função de tocar aleatório?

Mine turned to Black Tar....this Definitely Will Save Time

@Sortitoutman

3 жыл бұрын

Yeap, common on pretty much any sony item with belts from this age....

@da900smoove1

3 жыл бұрын

@@Sortitoutman so went back at installing new belts on the 300 disc changer.... Job completed in 25mins......7 screws made huge difference

@da900smoove1

3 жыл бұрын

@@Sortitoutman I had made attempt last week and stopped after 45mims when unable to gain good access to 2nd belt

@deliber8cre8tor

3 жыл бұрын

​@@da900smoove1 Hope all is well with you... Wondering if you can share where you ordered the belts, what size, brand etc.... Noticed your comments are from a few months ago, has your player been working well since?

Thank you,I got the belts on but the number and graffics are scrambling when it pluged in.

Great video. Where do I buy the belts

@Sortitoutman

5 ай бұрын

I have them in my ebay store

Thanks for this, Do you know where I can get a replacement door from? Mine got smashed :( I love mine and thank you

@ytskeptic6834

3 жыл бұрын

I find mine on Ebay or Amazon (I am in the U.S.A.)

Hi,I changed out the belts but the table stops 1 disc short to load.I can move it manually and it will grab the cd but I can't seem to get it alighned.Any suggestions?Thank you

@Sortitoutman

5 ай бұрын

either sensor alighment, or you are missing a tooth from the bottom of the turntable which the laser counts (happens when people try to fit new door belts!)

Great video very helpful where can I buy the new belts and do they have part # 's also my machine needs the new belts but it does pull the disk out of the tray and then tries to scan the disks and then just puts it back in the tray and never plays it. Have you done a video on repairing that problem? Thank you again for your help.

@bwk321

2 жыл бұрын

How to find replacement belts - Search for: 2 Drive Belts and 1 Door Belt for Sony 300 400 CDP-CX300 CDP-CX400 CD Player Belts Several results found on Amazon, Ebay, etc. These fit multiple models of the Sony Carousel style players. Set of all 3 belts should be under $10 including shipping. As the video mentioned, to replace the door belt you need to remove the carousel to get underneath it.

@Sortitoutman

5 ай бұрын

they are available in my ebay store

What about the door belt? I bought the replacement belts and both the drive belts were easy to replace with your video. I am wondering about the 3rd smaller belt that came with the package.

@Sortitoutman

6 ай бұрын

door belts rarely fail. its located under the turntable at the front, door slides back and unclips from its mount like a keyhole