If you have been trying to repair your DVD and have exhausted traditional disc repairing methods, it is time to reassess the methods you've attempted. While smearing toothpaste or Turtle Wax may seem like a logical way to repair a DVD that won't play, these methods may not be the best solutions, or even address what is making the DVD malfunction. If you have already tried fixing your DVD but it is still not working, there are still some last-ditch troubleshooting steps to try.
Instructions
1. Try playing another DVD in your DVD player. If the DVD player won't play another disc, then you know the problem is the player, not the DVD you've tried to repair. Try checking your A/V hookups and power cable, as loose connections are often the root of DVD player trouble.
2. Clean anything off the bottom of the DVD that you used in efforts to repair it. Use rubbing alcohol to dissolve any harsh chemicals you've applied to the DVD. In the case of hard substances, like Turtle Wax, you will have to carefully scrape the CD with a toothpick or fork to remove the bulk of the material, as rubbing alcohol will not help loosen these substances.
3. Change the temperature. Electronic equipment is designed to function best at room temperature, and DVD discs are no different. If they are too warm or too cold, try adjusting the temperature in the room and see if that helps the DVD (and your repair efforts) work properly.
4. Ventilate the room. If you were performing your initial repairs in an area that was dusty or smoky, the particles in the air may have interfered with the process. Ventilate the room for an hour or so, and then try again.
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