Philips RT960A VCR User Manual


 
8. TROUBLESHOOTING
Using the RESET button (located at the rear panel of VCR)
This button should be used to solve the following symptoms;
When the power can not on, even if power cord is
connected to the outlet.
When the VCR’s display does not display.
When the VCR does not operate normally.
- Use a pencil or ball-pen when you press the RESET button.
Warning: System will go to default settings.
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SYMPTOM
Cassette cannot be inserted.
The VCR will not go into the
recording mode, even when REC
button is pressed.
No picture appears on monitor
screen when PLAY button is
pressed.
No picture, but audio is clear.
VCR does not start at preset record
starting time.
The tape is ejected in the timer or
alarm recording mode.
Interference on playback picture.
indication flashes.
• Load cassette in direction indicated by arrow on cassette.
• A cassette is already in the VCR.
• Check if power indicator is lit on the VCR indicator panel. If not, make sure power cord is plugged
in.
• If the indicator flashes, press the POWER button again.
• The cassette has had the erase prevention tab removed. Stick a piece of cellophane tape over the
erase prevention tab hole or select a different cassette.
• Try a different cassette tape.
• Check if the system is connected right.
• The heads may require cleaning.
• Take VCR to a qualified Service Center for service.
• Adjust fine tuning knob on monitor set to obtain best picture.
• Adjust TRACKING control button.
• Take VCR to Service Center for service.
• Is power button switched to off.
• Setup recording time according to instructions.
• The cassette has had the erase prevention tab removed. Stick a piece of cellophane tape over the
erase prevention tab hole or select a different cassette.
• Insert a cassette.
CHECK POINT & CORRECTION