How to clean your ps2 lens
When your DVD's Lens is dirty, it can't read data (even on a
clean cd/dvd.) So if you get "Disc read error"'s when you try
to watch a DVD perhaps you should clean the lens.
First of all, if you break your playstation 2, don't try to
hold me responsible. So, if you have butter fingers, get some
help (someone who is good with electronics.)
Second of all, the playstation 2 comes with a limited manufactures
warranty. I think it's three months. I could be wrong. Check for yourself.
IF IT IS STILL UNDER WARRANTY SEND IT BACK FOR REPAIR. Some
places offer extended warranties (like radio shack) if you have
an extended warranty, send it back for repair.
Now, if it's not under warranty, then you're on your own. You
have a broken/dirty ps2 and need to fix it. You will need the
following things.
- phillips screwdriver
- phillips screwdriver with a very small tip
- q tips
- rubbing alchohol
- electronic dusting spray (canned air)
- 10 - 20 minutes of time
If you think you will break your playstation 2, ask someone you know for help.
If, after reading over the steps involved, you get confused
or frustrated, ask someone you know for help.
If either of the above apply to you, and you don't know anyone who can help... don't
take apart your playstation 2. Pay a professional to do it. There
is probably a place that fixes electronics that is near you.
1) Completely unplug your ps2 (remove all cords, and memcards) and place on clean/dry worksurface.
2) Flip ps2 over on it's top.
3) Gently remove every square screw cover (including square rubber "feet".)
Do this by prying with your fingernail (if you don't have a finger nail,
be creative.) My ps2 has 10 total screw covers, yours probably does too.
4) Now remove the screws with your phillips screwdriver. (To remove
screws... turn screws counter-clockwise.)
5) Flip your ps2 over.
6) Find and remove black warranty sticker. Will say "void" after
it's peeled off.
7) Gently pull top off. There is a fragile cable that runs
from the eject button to the hardware on the ps2. Be careful not
to damage that when removing the "lid."
By looking at the front of the ps2, lift
on the back/top and pull towards you. After the screws come out
the top comes off very easily. DO NOT FORCE TOP OFF
8) Now you should be looking at the guts of your ps2. Take your
smaller scredriver and remove the 4 tiny screws from the top of
your dvd tray. (that's the large black "box" that is on the right
side of you playstation.)
9) You should be able to see the DVD eye. Now you can start cleaning.
first, dust the insides of the playstation over with the canned air.
DON'T SHAKE THE CANNED AIR!
10) Dip one end of the q tip into the alcohol. Gently swab the lens
with the wet end of the q tip. Spray a couple of bursts of air from the can
to dry it a bit.
11) Put your playstation back together again.
There are devices on the market that claim to clean dirty cd/dvd
lenses. The look like a half CD - half shag rug. I have heard
that these may scratch your CD/DVD lens. Also, if you just use the
CD/DVD "cleaning disc"
you will not get to thoroughly clean out your ps2 (step 9.)
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