Panasonic Camcorder PV-L691D How To Open?

[Bill S.]

Is there any way to open up these stupid camcorders once they have
decided to keep the tape? Or do they expect you to saw open the
case and then replace it? Motor runs when you try to eject the
tape, but nothing happens. May just need a belt or gear, but the
tape door holds everything together. Aaaaaaargh!

 

[sofie]

Bill S.
Yes, there is a way to open it up.... but don't force anything. If, after
studying the case, and if patience is not your long suit, and you still can
not figure it out, you would be best advised to TAKE your camcorder to a
service shop, for at the very least a repair cost estimate which would
include getting the tape out un damaged, so you can make an intelligent
repair decision with facts instead of guesses.
If you try to force the tape out you will not only damage your tape but also
add much expense to your camcorder repair.

 

[Bill S.]

you would be best advised to TAKE your camcorder to a service shop

I am a service shop. I just don't happen to have a manual
for this particular model. Is there a door latch somewhere
close to an edge where I can sneak in a thin tool?

 

[Ken Weitzel]

I am a service shop. I just don't happen to have a manual
for this particular model. Is there a door latch somewhere
close to an edge where I can sneak in a thin tool?

Hi...

Is it possible that there's a release like on your cd/dvd player?

Small hole that you stick your smallest jewellers screwdriver, or
a thin finishing nail into?

Ken

 

[Dave D]

Is there any way to open up these stupid camcorders once they have
decided to keep the tape? Or do they expect you to saw open the
case and then replace it? Motor runs when you try to eject the
tape, but nothing happens. May just need a belt or gear, but the
tape door holds everything together. Aaaaaaargh!

I'm not familiar with this model, but often on camcorders there's a couple
of tiny crosshead screws on the cassette door. Unscrew them and the cover
should slide slightly then lift off. If there are no visible screws they may
be concealed under a trim. Failing that, without seeing it I can't help
further I'm afraid.

Dave

 

[Jumpster Jiver]

I am a service shop. I just don't happen to have a manual
for this particular model. Is there a door latch somewhere
close to an edge where I can sneak in a thin tool?

Usually there are two screws on the outer door, sometimes covered by
plastic or rubber caps. Once you get the outer door off (if there are
any control buttons on the door there will also be a delicate ribbon
cable) you can carefully probe around with a tool for the release latch.
It usually can not be seen until you remove the outer door.