I've had a similar problem with an older Meridian 200 CD transport. Sent it to Atlanta and had the laser realigned. Has cured the problem on most discs, altho occasionally, it will recur. I've learned to use the Stop button to close the disc drawer, rather than the drawer open/close button.

....gregg

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