I am guessing here but from what you write I get the feeling the first recording you tried to playback may have been stored in the cam for the 6 months and failed when you went to use it by getting eaten and having poor playback. If I am correct that may have been what lead up to your current problems (except for any zooming issues you have). IF the tape was stored and got stuck in side or stuck to internal parts and then you try to use it...they may have caused complications mechanically and/or material residue from the damaged tape could have messed up the drum. This is just a guess but that is what I get from how you explained your current situation. anyway if I am wrong, I just guessing anyway.

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