Information carrier loading device

摘要

A loading device for loading and unloading an information carrier with respect to a recording/playback unit is provided. The loading device includes a pair of gripping elements that are actuatable between an engaged position wherein the gripping elements grip the information carrier therebetween and a disengaged position wherein the gripping elements are spaced apart from each other. A transport mechanism moves the gripping elements during loading and unloading of the information carrier. The gripping elements are supported by the transport mechanism for movement relative to the transport mechanism. A control mechanism is provided for actuating the gripping elements to the engaged position when the gripping elements are moved by the transport mechanism during loading of the information carrier and to the disengaged position when the gripping elements are moved by the transport mechanism during unloading of the information carrier.