Troubleshooting Guide (Vcr) - Memorex MVD4543OM User Manual

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SYMPTOM
POWER
No power.
Although the power
is on, the VCR does
not operate.
RECORDING
TV recording does
not work.
One-Touch record-
ing does not work.
Timer recording does
not work.
INDEX mark was not
registered.
The tape ejects after
pressing the REC button. prevention tab is broken off.
PLAYBACK
Noise bars appear
on the screen.
Cannot locate INDEX
marks.
Counter does not
count up or down.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE (VCR SIDE)
POSSIBLE CAUSE
The AC power cord is not
connected.
Cassette is not inserted.
Moisture has condensed
on the heads.
The video cassette's erase
prevention tab is broken off.
The video cassette's erase
prevention tab is broken off.
The time is not set correctly.
The unit was not turned off or changed to
DVD mode after programming.
The unit was not turned off after
programming.
INDEX mark was recorded at
the beginning of the video cassette.
The video cassette's erase
Video heads are dirty.
The tape is worn or damaged.
Tape is worn or damaged.
The tape is blank.
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POSSIBLE SOLUTION
Connect the AC power cord to
the AC outlet.
Insert a video cassette.
Unplug and allow an hour or two
to dry out.
Place a piece of vinyl tape over
the hole.
Place a piece of vinyl tape over
the hole.
Reset the present time.
Turn the unit off or change to DVD mode after program-
ming; the Timer indicator will appear in the display.
Turn the unit off after programming.
Let the tape run for a couple of
seconds before you begin recording.
Place a piece of vinyl tape over
the hole.
Have the video heads cleaned.
Try another tape.
Try another tape.
Insert a prerecorded tape.
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