How to Release Pinch Lever on Sony U-Matic Players

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How to Release Pinch Lever on Sony U-Matic Players: crwdns2935265:00crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdne2935265:0

First, remove the top cover. It is held on by four screws, one in each corner. (This varies by model)
After doing this, you should see something like this photo. What we're interested in is the area inside the red circle.

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