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Remedy
• Check that the safety tab has not been removed.
• Make sure the tape has been wound to the beginning.
• Select the correct source with the INPUT SELECT button. Select
“TUNER” when recording TV programs; select “LINE” when
recording from other equipment.
• Make sure the TV is set to the channel for the VCR. If you are
using a monitor, set it to video input.
• Adjust the TV antenna.
• When not recording SAP sound, make sure the SAP indicator in
the display window is lit.
• Make sure the REC LEVEL control has benn adjusted correctly.
• Check that the clock is set.
• Make sure a tape has been inserted.
• Check that the safety tab has not been removed.
• Make sure the tape has been wound to the beginning.
• Make sure a program has been set for timer recording/playback.
• Make sure your timer settings have not already passed the
current time.
• Make sure the SENSOR REC ON/OFF switch is set to OFF.
• Make sure the KEY INHIBIT ON/OFF switch is set to OFF.
• Check that a tape isn’t already in the tape compartment.
• Make sure you are pointing the remote commander at the remote
sensor on the VCR.
• Replace all the batteries in the remote commander with new
ones if they are weak.
• Make sure the TV/VTR switch is set to VTR.
• Make sure the REMOTE ON/OFF switch is set to ON.
• When a tape is inserted and the VCR is left in the stop mode with
the power turned on for about 1 minute or 5 minutes (selectable),
the tape protection mechanism is activated automatically and a
mechanical noise is heard.
(See page 21 (US).)
• Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a dry, soft cloth, or a
soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not
use any type of solvent, such as alcohol or benzine.
If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit,
please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Symptom
The tape ejects when you press
r REC.
Nothing happens when you press
r REC.
A TV program does not appear on
the TV screen.
TV reception is poor.
SAP sound is not recorded.
The sound is not recorded in hi-fi.
The timer does not operate.
The desired operation cannot be
selected.
A tape cannot be inserted.
The remote commander does not
function.
A mechanical noise is heard in the
stop mode.
The VCR needs to be cleaned.
Others