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    Unhappy Problem reading games on modchipped original PlayStation

    Hello,

    I'm having a problem on a modchipped original PS (model SCPH-5552).

    When i insert a game on the PlayStation , the console tries to read the CD , but it can't. It always tries to boot unsuccesfully.

    I don't know what modchip is , since i'm not the owner of the console , neither the owner knows it.

    If you could help , i would appreciate.

    Thank you,
    internetguy21



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    does it just go to the memory card screen ?
    does it spin up at all
    5502 that machine is 14 years old now!!!
    anyway try turning the machine upside down as well

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    Hi ozchips,

    Quote Originally Posted by ozchips View Post
    does it just go to the memory card screen ?
    does it spin up at all
    5502 that machine is 14 years old now!!!
    anyway try turning the machine upside down as well
    1- I turn on the PS , the CD spins for a while , then stops for a second , The CD spins again , stops for 4 or 5 seconds , and then goes to the main menu and spins again. It just spins the CD , but doesn't load the game.

    This happens in both original and backup CD's.

    2-Will try that (turn the machine upside down).
    Last edited by internetguy21; 30-08-09 at 11:14 PM. Reason: Just correcting a thing on my message

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    try the upside down trick first
    check the laser make sure its free
    how is the spindle complete/free?
    it may need adjusting or a replacing
    check the mod make sure there is no loose wire in there

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    ok try it , but more than likely it is age , if tha does not work you adjust the gain and bias and see if that helps , also can you see wether the sled ie the piece that the laser slides backwards and forwards on is made of plastic or alloy ?

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    If upside down doesnt work, always found on the familys numerous playstations over the years... try putting it on its side. Used to wedge one between 2 books lol

    Always worked a treat...

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