Check T-dif connections and settings of recorder. E. thin.t Tape is too thin Change tape to shorter length or different brand. S-Err21 Tape not wound into cassette during eject . Recorder requires service S-Err31 Slack tape while winding. Recorder requires service bot displayed but tape not at Beginning of Tape Usually due to tape loops in wind.
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The DA88 may very occasionally refuse to unload and eject a tape. Turn off the recorder and turn on again. Immediately start repeatedly pressing the eject button until several seconds after the boot sequence has completed. This may require several attempts. The transport can sometimes be persuaded to invoke the eject sequence if it sees the Eject switch operated while it is booting.