Sony MHC-881 CD issues

[shovenose]

I've got one of these units, somebody gave it to me. I'm using it as the speakers for my computers...
Anyway, the CD portion has an issue. I don't use it for CDs but I'd like it to not make annoying noises every time I turn it on or bump that cd open button...
I'd be perfectly happy with just removing the cable to the motor that makes the tray go in and out, so it shuts the heck up... but how would I do that?
Thank you
Here's a video of it (including sound)...
http://shovenose.com/files/sony.3gp

Thanks for any clever ideas

[shovenose]

No responses?
Should I include more information, or what? I'd really like to get this thing either fixed or at least quiet!

[joshnz]

just unplug the whole cd unit if that model allows for it.

[999999999]

I don't understand the question. Yes, remove the cable. Look in there and disassemble till you have access to the motor and if it isn't a ribbon connector or plastic connector block you can unplug, then you just cut the wires.

Sometimes it is an entire module with integrated connectors for the whole thing. Another thing you might consider is unscrewing and removing the entire CD assembly, with it gone there's going to be more open space and airflow for improved cooling.

On the other hand, that thing takes up a lot of space just to provide amplification for computer speakers, you can find modular amps at electronics surplus sites or eBay for under $15, then reuse the speakers.