Sony SLV-N80 Operating Instructions Manual page 104

Symptom
The timer does not operate.
A tape cannot be inserted.
The remote commander does not
function.
The channels on the VCR cannot be
changed.
The tracking meter does not appear
on the screen.
You cannot control other TVs or AV
receivers.
The VCR needs to be cleaned.
Symptoms caused by contaminated video heads
• Normal picture
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Troubleshooting
Remedy
• 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 is not at its end.
• Make sure a program has been set for timer recording.
• Make sure your timer settings are past the current time.
• Check that the cable box is turned on.
• The clock stops if the VCR is disconnected from the wall
outlet for more than one hour. Reset the clock and timer.
• When you use a Cable Mouse, make sure the CABLE
BOX CONTROL option is set to ON.
• Turn the power off and unplug the AC power cord.
• 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] / [VIDEO] switch is set correctly.
• If you are not using S-Link™, make sure that both
miniplugs are unconnected.
• Make sure the CABLE BOX CONTROL option is set to
OFF.
• The recording condition of the tape is very poor and
tracking cannot be adjusted.
• Set your TV's or AV receiver's code number. The code
number may change when you replace the batteries of the
remote commander.
• 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.
• Rough picture
initial
contamination
• Unclear picture • No picture (or
black & white
screen appears)
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