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Problem guide
No power • Make sure the VCR is plugged into an AC outlet.
Remote control doesn't work • Make sure the batteries are fresh, and properly installed.
Won't record • Safety tab has been removed from cassette (VCR will automatically
eject the tape).
Won't make timer recordings • The VCR power must be turned off to activate timer recording.
• Clock is not set correctly.
• Programs entered incorrectly.
• Programs exceed the length of the cassette. Use the EP recording
speed for maximum programming.
• Safety tab has been removed from cassette.
Snowy picture in playback • Snow or picture noise is normal during search, still, and slow
Playback.
• Head cleaning may be required.
• Tape is worn or of inferior quality - adjust tracking controls.
Snowy picture in normal TV • Check antenna or cable connections.
viewing
Clock shows --:-- • Power has been interrupted - reset the clock.
• Reset the clock.
Erratic VCR display • Push the reset switch (behind the cover on the VCR front) with a
sharp pointed instrument (pen, toothipick, etc.)
Cannot store tape data in • Check that "1 TAPE DATA <ON>" is specified in the TAPE DATA
memory MENU. If <OFF> is specified, switch it to <ON>.
• Check the time at which the recording was made. Data is not stored
in memory when the recording time is less than 5 minutes (less than 15
minutes in the EP mode).
• The tape data memory is full. Delete unnecessary tape data.
Cannot locate the beginning • You cannot search for a program you want to view from the tape
of a program recorded by another VCR.
• Rewind the tape to its start, then press MENU.
A DSS broadcast program- • <CATV 1> or <CATV 2> was specified for "1 CHANNEL" on the
med for delyaed recording, CHANNEL PRESET screen. Select DSS for the DSS/CATV setting
but not recorded. during programming.
• Turn on the DSS box before the delayed recording starts.
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