Hi everyone,
Last weekend, my father and I purchased a second Beosystem 6500. While testing out the Beocord at the seller's home, I noticed that when I engaged fast forward or rewind with the loading drawer open, small sparks came from the capstans approximately every five seconds or so. I thought it might have been some sort of a short and figured that it would have to be serviced. Today while playing my original Beocord 6500, I happened to open the drawer and fast forward the tape. I then noticed that the same sparking was occuring! So, I closed the drawer and continued playing the tape. But when I touched the front panel, a popping sound came through the speakers. I touched the front panel several more times and the popping sound continued. After I paused the tape, I again put my finger on the front panel but the popping sound had ceased. I was surprised to have this happen!
Has anyone else witnessed this occurence? What could be causing this?
Aaron