Sylvania DVC840G DVD VCR Combo User Manual


 
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3 Select “YES”.2 Select “INITIALIZE”.
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Troubleshooting Guide
If this unit does not perform properly when operated as instructed in this Owner's Manual, check this unit consulting the following checklist.
• Some functions are not available in specific modes, but this is not a malfunction. Read the description in this Owner’s Manual for details on correct operations.
• Playback from a desired track and random playback are not available during program playback.
• Some functions are prohibited on some discs.
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PROBLEM CORRECTIVE ACTION
No power.
• Make sure the power plug is connected to an AC outlet.
• Make sure the power is turned on.
This unit does not
respond to the remote
control.
• Check if the power plug is connected to an AC outlet.
• Check the batteries in the remote control.
• Aim the remote control directly at the remote sensor. If necessary, remove all the obstacles between the sensor and the remote control.
• You have to be within 23 feet (7m) of this unit.
• Check if the right mode is selected. If it’s not in the right mode, press [DVD] or [VCR], whichever you need, on the remote control.
• Check if a cassette tape is in this unit.
• Tune your radio to an empty AM station so that you hear a lot of noises. Turn the volume up, then if you hear some signal sound from the radio
in response to your pressing buttons on the remote control, the remote control is working.
Poor picture or noise.
• Interference signal may be received. Change the position and orientation of the unit.
Timer recording is impos-
sible.
• Make sure the Timer Recording is set correctly.
• Make sure indicator on the front panel lights up. If not, press [SUBTITLE/T-SET].
• Make sure the VCR clock is set correctly.
Cannot go into record
mode.
• Make sure the tape has a record tab. If needed, cover the hole with adhesive tape.
• Activate this unit in VCR mode. Press [VCR] on the remote control so that the VCR OUTPUT light is lit.
Playback picture is partially
noisy.
• Adjust tracking control for a better picture by pressing [CHANNEL L/K]] on the unit or [SKIP/CH. G/K, H/L] on the remote control.
Cannot view a tape but
the audio is OK.
• Head cleaning may be necessary. Refer to “AUTO HEAD CLEANING”.
• Make sure the VCR is not in the Menu mode.
No or poor, playback
picture.
• Change the RF output channel to CH4. Then select the same channel on the TV.
• Fine tune your TV.
TV programs cannot be
seen normally.
• Re-check the ANT-IN and ANT-OUT connections. See the front page and page 6.
• Press [VCR].
• Press [VCR] on the remote control to activate it in the VCR mode. Check if the VCR OUTPUT light is lit, then set it to the TV position by press-
ing [VCR].
Video or color fades in
and out when making a
copy of a video tape.
• You cannot copy a copyrighted video tape. You are experiencing copy guard protection.
Cannot remove the tape.
• Check if this unit is in the VCR mode. If not, press [VCR] on the remote control to switch the mode.
No picture.
• Connect the video cable fi rmly.
• Insert a correct video disc that plays on this unit.
• Press [DVD] on the remote control. Check if the DVD OUTPUT light is lit. Then try other DVD features.
• Set PROGRESSIVE correctly. Turn it on only if your TV has progressive scan and you are using the Component Video connections between
the unit and the TV. Disable progressive scan for all other connections. (See page 7.)
Disc cannot be played.
• Insert the disc.
• Clean the disc.
• Place the disc correctly with the label side up.
• Cancel the parental lock or change the control levels.
• Handle a disc with special care so that it does not have fi ngerprints, scratches, or dusts on its surface.
No sound.
• Connect the audio cable fi rmly.
• Turn the power of the audio component on.
• Correct the audio output settings.
• Correct the input settings on the audio component.
Distorted picture.
• Connect this unit directly to the TV.
• There are some cases where pictures may be slightly distorted, and those are not a sign of a malfunction.
• Although pictures may stop for a moment, this is not a malfunction.
• Check if the INTERLACE/PROGRESSIVE mode correctly according to your TV. See pages 20-21.
Audio or subtitle language
does not match the setup.
• The selected language is not available for audio or subtitles on the DVD.
-This is not a malfunction.
The camera angle cannot
be changed.
• The DVD does not contain sequences recorded from different camera angles.
-This is not a malfunction.
Audio or subtitle language
cannot be changed.
• The DVD does not contain audio source or subtitles in the selected language.
-This is not a malfunction.
“Prohibited icon” appears
on the screen, prohibiting
an operation.
• That operation is prohibited by this unit or the disc.
-This is not a malfunction.
DVD / VCR
VCR
DVD
Hint
• When you cancel to
initialize at step 3,
select “NO”.
Reset to the Default Setting (Except for PARENTAL Setting)
INITIALIZE
Initialize?
NO
YES
ENTER
<SETUP MENU>
SETUP
Press
twice.
SETUP
PLAY
STOP
ENTERENTER
ENTERENTER
4 To exit the menu
QUICK SETUP
PLAYER MENU ENGLISH
TV ASPECT
4:3 LETTER BOX
PROGRESSIVE OFF
DOLBY DIGITAL BITSTREAM
OK
QUICK SETUP
PLAYER MENU ENGLISH
TV ASPECT
4:3 LETTER BOX
PROGRESSIVE OFF
DOLBY DIGITAL BITSTREAM
OK
Press [SETUP] in the
stop mode.
or
or
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