Re[3]: Error Codes Assistance

I wanted to join the ranks of the "slappin' happy" regarding Error Code C31:22. I have a Sony TVR530 (Digital 8 camcorder). I've had it for several years and it has worked fine. Recently it came up with this C31:22 error code and I could not get it to work - just lots of tones and flashing error messages. No matter how many times I reset it - no dice. I finally called Sony and they said I would have to send it in to be refurbished. It was not a problem I could fix. I got all the info and was told where to send it and that it would cost $211 PLUS shipping to them. THEN, I googled the error code and found all of you "slappin' happy" people. I went back to my camcorder, carefully slapped it in love, RESET it, and PRAISE THE LORD - it now works great. Although it has a couple other minor glitches (they do not effect its operation), I am good to go. THANKS FOR SAVING ME AT LEAST $225! Don't forget the RESET step!

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• Re[4]: Error Codes Assistance
  Alex L.
  - 18th Sep 2006 20:30
  I have the same problem, and tried the "slapping the tape's side" as suggested, and IT NOW WORKS! Thanks everyone!
  
  
• Re[4]: Error Codes Assistance
  Joshua Sieg
  - 22nd Nov 2006 9:25
  I just used the slapping method on my DCR-PC5 and it works AMAZINGLY! SLAP IT SLAP IT HARD!
  
  Thanks for saving me money!!!