It is quite possible you may be using CD-RWs and nor CD-R which have totally different surfaces. I would double-check the discs you are trying to play and see if this is your issue.
If this is NOT your issue then I suggest blowing the player out and, if possible, clean the reading eye with a q-tip and 70% or higher isopropyl rubbing alcohol as it leaves no residue.
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It is quite possible you may be using CD-RWs and nor CD-R which have totally different surfaces. I would double-check the discs you are trying to play and see if this is your issue.
If this is NOT your issue then I suggest blowing the player out and, if possible, clean the reading eye with a q-tip and 70% or higher isopropyl rubbing alcohol as it leaves no residue.
Hope this helps.