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Aiwa HS-PX 1000

drummer - 2012-12-12 01:23

Hello everyone!

I must say that I am not a collector of these wonderful little thing, I'm just a musician who likes good sound. 20 years ago I bought Aiwa hs-px 1000, used 2 years. Walkman was 100% correct, and now after trying to switch it on it starts for a second and then turns itself off. Does anyone have any idea what could be, maybe belt?

Thank you experts!

minty - 2012-12-12 02:23

It's most likely leaked capacitors. This is a common problem with Aiwa's from the late eighties and early nineties. Your going to need someone to replace them for you.

plop - 2012-12-12 10:31

It is the belt. I had the same problem with mine. Would attempt to spin up, then power off. Replaced the belt also whilst doing so, replaced the capacitors too.

drummer - 2012-12-12 13:27

Thank you both for your prompt response!
In any case, I have to open it and check the capacitors and belt.
Although I have experts for this operation, I will certainly have more questions...
here are the high level experts for walkmans ...

plop - 2012-12-12 13:45

Checking whether the belt is intact will be easy, as it will be a simple visual inspection. Replacing it won't be so, if it isn't intact. It should really only be tackled by someone experienced with handling a soldering iron, as there are some tricky parts that can be easily damaged inside. Whilst you are replacing the belt, it is worth checking/replacing the electrolytic capacitors too, as mentioned already they are prone to failure.