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VCR Care and Servicing
The VCR is fairly self-servicing, but you'll want to keep an eye on a few things as you
go. In addition, you may sometimes have troubles with your VCR. We offer some
suggestions for care to prevent problems, ways to troubleshoot, and places to contact
when you cannot solve the problems yourself.
Routine Cleaning
Head Cleaning
The heads are tiny mechanisms in the VCR that pick up the video signal as a videotape
passes over them. In time, a residue of electromagnetic dust builds up on the heads
because of contact with the tape. This dust interferes with the signal being picked up.
If the picture is blurry during playback, or is occasionally interrupted or blanks out, try
playing different cassettes to see whether you get the same picture problems.
If the picture problems persist, the heads may need to be cleaned professionally.
Consult your VCR dealer for the name of trained service technician near you.
Periodic Maintenance
Your Hitachi VCR is a precision electromechanical device which requires professional
maintenance after a period of normal use.
Usually no maintenance other than head cleaning is required during the warranty
period, unless the VCR is used either heavily or infrequently. Defective parts are
covered during the warranty period but normal maintenance is your responsibility.
Consult your VCR service center to find out what they recommend as normal
maintenance based on your location, how you use the VCR and the age of the machine.
If the VCR Doesn't Work Right
Many operational problems are easily remedied by reviewing the instructions in this
manual and trying out some different controls and settings.
The chart on the facing page covers the more common problems that new VCR owners
encounter.
Don't Attempt Repairs Yourself
Do not remove the cover or the back of the VCR - this will void the warranty and