My DVL 700 plays CDs and DVDs OK, but when I insert a LD and close the drawer, the player makes a buzzing noise for a while and then ejects the disc. I know this isn't a good remedy, but if I hit the player a couple of times while it is buzzing, the noise stops and the disc loads normally. Is there anything else I can do short of taking the player apart?

I have found many people and players have this "U1" error as their players age. The loading belt and/or rubber clamp may need to be replaced. The belt is not expensive and fairly easy to replace. I gave my CLD 99 a tune up and had the belt replaced and voila, runs like a champ. I'm not saying for sure that's the problem, but it sure sounds like it. Try searching for the U1 error.....

Loading belt needs replacement

I 2nd that, be sure to clean the 2 Pullys before putting the new belt on, usually grease...

You can read the codes in Test mode in HEX and the 700 is newer than the 704/99 series...

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I mean usually there is a trace of grease when you remove the belt!!

I stand corrected. I don't know what I was thinking on the release date....post corrected...