RCA DVD/VCR DVD VCR Combo User Manual


 
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Additional Information
If you are using A/V cables, make sure the TV is set to the Video Input Channel. Go to page 62 for
instructions.
If you are not using A/V cables, make sure the DVD/VCR is not in Video Input Channel mode. Press
INPUT on the remote control to return to normal viewing.
•Try another tape.
Some snow/streaks are normal during search, stop action, frame advance, and slow-motion
playback.
Streaks in picture during normal playback
•Press one of the CHANNEL +/- buttons on the front of the unit (or CH +/- on the remote) to move
streaks up or down for the best picture.
Make sure the tape is of good quality and not worn out.
Time counter not working or time counter not working in search modes
The time counter does not advance during unrecorded portions of tape. When an unrecorded
segment of tape is encountered, the time counter will hold its count until recorded material is
detected again.
•A minus (–) will appear in front of the time if you rewind the tape farther back than a counter
reading of 0:00:00.
The time counter disappears during search; this is normal.
Tape won’t play
Make sure there is a tape in the DVD/VCR.
•Try ejecting and reinserting the cassette.
Make sure the tape is not broken.
Make sure the DVD/VCR is not in pause mode. Press PAUSE or PLAY to return to normal playback.
Auto Channel Search doesn’t work
Make sure the antenna connections are secure and correct.
Make sure the TUNING BAND: feature is set correctly.
May not be necessary if using a cable box for all channels. Contact your local cable company for
more information.
Tape plays back in slow motion
•Press PLAY to return to normal playback.
Tape with safety tab removed doesn’t start playing
Make sure the AUTO PLAY ON/OFF feature is set to ON.
Time counter disappears during searching
This is normal.
There is no stereo sound during playback
Make sure the AUDIO MODE feature is set to Hi-Fi to hear stereo sound during playback.
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