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Terms of Use wikiHow is where trusted research and expert knowledge come together. Learn why people trust wikiHow How to Clean a DVD Player PDF download Download Article Explore this Article Steps Steps Other Sections Questions & Answers VideoWATCH NOW Tips and Warnings Things You'll Need Related Articles Article Summary Reviewed by Claudia & Angelo Zimmermann

Last Updated: July 8, 2025

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This article was reviewed by Claudia & Angelo Zimmermann. Claudia and Angelo Zimmermann are the founders of Everneat, an Eco-Friendly Cleaning Service based in New York City and in Connecticut. They are also the founders of Clean Code, a DIY 100% natural cleaning product line. This article has been viewed 156,270 times.

Does your DVD player need a spring clean? Don't know how to clean it? Read on...

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  1. Step 1 Remove any discs from the DVD player. 1 Remove any discs from the DVD player. These will likely get jammed if you forget to remove them.
  2. Step 2 Unplug the DVD player from the mains and your TV, and remove it from its stand/case etc. 2 Unplug the DVD player from the mains and your TV, and remove it from its stand/case etc. Advertisement
  3. Step 3 Take a damp cloth and rub it gently across the top, front, and sides of your DVD player. 3 Take a damp cloth and rub it gently across the top, front, and sides of your DVD player. Never wipe down the back of your DVD Player!
  4. Step 4 If the back or underside of your DVD player is dirty, use a dry cloth to gently rub around all the ports and screws etc. 4 If the back or underside of your DVD player is dirty, use a dry cloth to gently rub around all the ports and screws etc.
  5. Step 5 Reconnect up the DVD player to the mains and TV. 5 Reconnect up the DVD player to the mains and TV.
  6. Step 6 Now play through your 'lens cleaning disc'. 6 Now play through your 'lens cleaning disc'. This will gently remove any dirt inside the DVD player mechanism. This may take a while.
  7. Step 7 You're done! 7 You're done! You can now enjoy your movies a little bit more by knowing that your DVD player is clean.
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  • Question How do I clean a DVD disk? Community Answer Community Answer Use rubbing alcohol or a spray glass cleaner. Thanks! We're glad this was helpful. Thank you for your feedback. If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow Yes No Not Helpful 9 Helpful 24
  • Question What can I do if some DVD's play, and others don't? Community Answer Community Answer Try your DVDs in other players. If they don't work there, they might be damaged or need cleaning. Otherwise, it is possible that your DVD player lens has weakened. Thanks! We're glad this was helpful. Thank you for your feedback. If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow Yes No Not Helpful 5 Helpful 7
  • Question What should I do if my DVD player says "no disc" after putting it in? Community Answer Community Answer First, clean the disc. Then, clean the laser lens. If it still does this, take to be repaired. Thanks! We're glad this was helpful. Thank you for your feedback. If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow Yes No Not Helpful 5 Helpful 7
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  • Clean the lens if you're experiencing playback problems. Thanks Helpful 8 Not Helpful 6
  • Never use a soggy cloth. Make sure it's only damp. Thanks Helpful 2 Not Helpful 1
  • Clean your DVD Player once every few months. Thanks Helpful 1 Not Helpful 1
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Warnings

  • Do NOT Playback your 'Lens Cleaning Disc' more than once at a time. If played excessively it will scratch your DVD lens. Thanks Helpful 7 Not Helpful 4
  • Never use a wet cloth. Thanks Helpful 5 Not Helpful 3
  • Never clean your DVD Player when it is plugged into the mains or TV. Thanks Helpful 4 Not Helpful 3
  • Never disassemble your DVD Player. Not only will this invalidate your warranty but you will probably destroy your DVD Player. Thanks Helpful 5 Not Helpful 5
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Things You'll Need

  • A DVD Player
  • Damp Cloth
  • Lens Cleaning Disc (CD or DVD)

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Claudia & Angelo Zimmermann Reviewed by: Claudia & Angelo Zimmermann House Cleaning Professionals This article was reviewed by Claudia & Angelo Zimmermann. Claudia and Angelo Zimmermann are the founders of Everneat, an Eco-Friendly Cleaning Service based in New York City and in Connecticut. They are also the founders of Clean Code, a DIY 100% natural cleaning product line. This article has been viewed 156,270 times. How helpful is this? Co-authors: 10 Updated: July 8, 2025 Views: 156,270 Categories: Video Players and Recorders Article SummaryX

Before cleaning your DVD player, remove any discs that are in the player and unplug it to prevent possible shocks. Take a slightly damp cloth and wipe it over the top, front, and sides of the player to remove surface dust and dirt. Don’t wipe the back or underside of the player, since the moisture from the cloth could damage delicate electronic components. Instead, use a soft, dry cloth to wipe around the cable ports, vents, or any other areas on the back or bottom of the DVD player where you notice a buildup of dust. When you’re done cleaning the outside of the player, plug it back in and put in a lens cleaning disc to gently clean the inside of the player. Follow any prompts on the screen while the cleaning disc is running. Did this summary help you?YesNo

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