How can I fix my dvd player if it just gets stuck on the 'loading' screen and won't play the video?

Question

I've tried various dvd's and the same thing happens. I can hear it trying to spin the dvd, but seems to be stuck. Is my player a goner or is there something I can do?

Answer 1

Your best bet is to try to clean the DVD player. Disks are out there as well as the option of a pro cleaning.

Answer 2

Sounds like the actual laser is going out. If it is an expensive DVD player a repair shop should be able to repair this easily. If it was a low cost one you may be better off just replacing it.

Answer 3

If the problem happens on all the DVDs you put in, it seems like the laser, or the digital to analog converter is broken and I would not suggest that you send it to the shop anymore. You can buy up scaling DVD players for $60, sometimes even less than $50, so I would suggest that you go ahead and purchase a new one.