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Hello, first of all turn off and unplug your VHS. Let it rest for a moment (20-30 seconds) to discharge the capacitors. Plug it back in and turn it on at least once; this can sometimes resolve the issue... Otherwise, do not open the device with the power connected. (Risk of electrocution!)
Be careful, this manipulation may damage the tape.
Normally, you have screws on the side, and perhaps one or two more screws on the back (at the top). With a screwdriver, remove them. The cover comes off from the top and probably from the back as well. Facing the VHS, gently lift from the back and then slide it away from you.
Normally the tape is accessible. Be careful not to touch the outer side of the tape. Free it by holding it from the inside (cassette side). Slide the tape gently away from the "guiding fingers" and the drum.
From there, if the cassette is in the upper part of the device (ready to come out), slide it towards the front of the device; normally nothing should block it. If the cassette is in the lower part (like for playback), it’s more delicate. But the guiding carriage should be manipulable if you go very gently and especially without forcing. Guide it very slowly upwards; it has guides that will lead it vertically and then horizontally...towards the exit. Once at the top, do the same, slide the cassette outward. Once out, be careful that the protective flap of the tape does not block it. You need to hold it with one finger and then rewind the tape. The carriage may be blocked by a locking latch, which is located on the side towards the front, either on the left or on the right depending on the brand. But it's not always easy to unlock. If you can't do it, get help.
If it doesn't want to come, it means something more serious is blocking it. So if you care about your tape, look for someone around you who knows how to do it. Otherwise, a professional might charge you a hefty bill.
Anyway, it's not simple, but I’ve done it many times... so it's possible.
Be careful, this manipulation may damage the tape.
Normally, you have screws on the side, and perhaps one or two more screws on the back (at the top). With a screwdriver, remove them. The cover comes off from the top and probably from the back as well. Facing the VHS, gently lift from the back and then slide it away from you.
Normally the tape is accessible. Be careful not to touch the outer side of the tape. Free it by holding it from the inside (cassette side). Slide the tape gently away from the "guiding fingers" and the drum.
From there, if the cassette is in the upper part of the device (ready to come out), slide it towards the front of the device; normally nothing should block it. If the cassette is in the lower part (like for playback), it’s more delicate. But the guiding carriage should be manipulable if you go very gently and especially without forcing. Guide it very slowly upwards; it has guides that will lead it vertically and then horizontally...towards the exit. Once at the top, do the same, slide the cassette outward. Once out, be careful that the protective flap of the tape does not block it. You need to hold it with one finger and then rewind the tape. The carriage may be blocked by a locking latch, which is located on the side towards the front, either on the left or on the right depending on the brand. But it's not always easy to unlock. If you can't do it, get help.
If it doesn't want to come, it means something more serious is blocking it. So if you care about your tape, look for someone around you who knows how to do it. Otherwise, a professional might charge you a hefty bill.
Anyway, it's not simple, but I’ve done it many times... so it's possible.
laurence367
Thank you for responding in such detail to my SOS. It's really very kind of you, but I wasn't able to solve the problem; the tape was in play mode, and I couldn't unlock it. I think the VCR is really old, maybe 20 years, so I'm going to turn to "modernity," and buy a DVD recorder as soon as possible. Can you give me some advice? I would also like to be able to record digital terrestrial television (I'm completely clueless in this area). Thanks again and have a great day.
BASF
Thank you for the good advice, it saves us from an expensive bill.
