Sony FX820- loud whirring: Are they all like this or is it defective?
821967
I've never heard a loud whirring with my unit. The only time the disc makes noise is when it is first loading. If it is a home made DVD, the player makes lots of "searching" noises, but when it finally starts to play, it is very quiet. I'd say your friend has a defective unit.
925006
Problem: Yes, the tape drive system produces an undesirable sound. I sent my original back to have it repaired. Sony could not correct this noise problem, but they did report to me that they tried several of the cameras on site and all of them also made the sound. I requested another new camera which they agreed to, but it does the same thing. Fix: I tried using an external mic on a stand, but the quality would pick up too much ambient noise. I recently corrected the problem by purchasing a Rodeo Shotgun Mic with an adapter shoe for the camera mount. I wish I had done this years ago. You don't realize how important good sound pickup is until you use a good quality mic. Problem: Yes, the tape drive system produces an undesirable sound. I sent my original back to have it repaired. Sony could not correct this noise problem, but they did report to me that they tried several of the cameras on site and all of them also made the sound. I requested another new camera which they agreed to, but it does the same thing. Fix: I tried using an external mic on a stand, but the quality would pick up too much ambient noise. I recently corrected the problem by purchasing a Rodeo Shotgun Mic with an adapter shoe for the camera mount. I wish I had done this years... » Read More Problem: Yes, the tape drive system produces an undesirable sound. I sent my original back to have it repaired. Sony could not correct this noise problem, but they did report to me that they tried several of the cameras on site and all of them also made the sound. I requested another new camera which they agreed to, but it does the same thing. Fix: I tried using an external mic on a stand, but the quality would pick up too much ambient noise. I recently corrected the problem by purchasing a Rodeo Shotgun Mic with an adapter shoe for the camera mount. I wish I had done this years ago. You don't realize how important good sound pickup is until you use a good quality mic. « Show Less
1587320
I haven't noticed it myself at all with this case and I have done plenty of work with the side panel off while it's on... But I did have quite a few fans in there so maybe that covered it but I know there was no high pitch whine on mine. I am also selling mine for half retail price. Contact back if you are interested.
1920587
I have an older one, and this newer one I just got. The newer is certainly louder but it is just a buzz - no clanking, which can't be normal. I agree about trying to adjust that screw. As I recall, I had it on as I adjusted it and could hear the sound change. Good luck.
275718
Nope, what we hear is the water filling and the flap rising but it isnt loud, screeching, or scraping. You may need to exchange your unit. There may be a defect with that particular one. Good Luck!
2267690
Mine does the same thing but I don't often notice it. Mayby a move to another area or chose a different speed setting. I leave mine on auto and moved it to a corner of the room and that solved the hum/whine issue.
1896325
Its a high frequency PWM (15khz), so not audible in my setup. Im using it in a small motor so I cant hear any whine. Im not sure if this would be the case on a larger motor under stress.
1428938
Mine isn't loud. I would not consider it normal. Contact the seller for an RMA.
564188
Yeah I just set mine up and the motor is pretty loud. I'm thinking of returning it because of that even though everything else is great.
1424544
the sizzle you hear might just be static but if its loud enough that its distracting its probably a defective unit. a little static is normal with these things. just a little tho..
101589
i hear this "beeping" as i describe it, as well, and have found others on youtube that experience this as well with this camera, it is quite annoying, although its not nearly as loud as you make it seem.. most people dont notice it even, but once you do it is quite annoying... i wondered if i got a defective unit but after finding many others that also have this it seems to be just how the camera is , i still have 20 some days to return it and i probably will because of this, oh well.
1399043
I don't remember it being loud, just a little motorized noise. You should return it and have it replaced if it's loud! Good luck!:)
301417
I run mine on money saver and do not have a pulsating noise or unusual loudness. When the AC kicks in the sound does increase with the compressor and fan. Maybe the auto-swing function is not correctly working or the unit is not mounted adequately.
1619373
I have not had any problems. I don't crank it up super loud, but I do use it kind of loud for my surround sound. It works great and it replaced an old elite
1353792
Dennis, a hugh pitch noise is indicative of a bad capacitive circuit. It could be something as simple as a power supply problem. You could have a local electronic repairman check the power supply. Remember to backup any videos and delete them and clear settings or passwords you want to protect.{Remember: I'm not responsible for your actions}
101037
Honestly we only use the white noise setting so that is continuous. I will check the other sounds and get back to you
712566
We have actually experienced the same issue with the banging sound. It isn't consistent from use to use or even within one session. It doesn't appear to alter the performance, but it is certainly annoying. It isn't clear what the cause is so I'm hoping it isn't causing internal damage to the machine.