Troubleshooting - Sony SVP-DC1 Operating Instructions Manual

Troubleshooting

Symptom
Power
The POWER switch
does not function.
The power is turned on
but the unit does not
operate.
The playback picture
Playback
does not appear on the
TV screen.
The picture is not clear.
The picture rolls
vertically during
picture search.
The picture has no
sound.
Others
A tape cannot be
inserted.
The remote
commander does not
function.
The unit needs to be
cleaned.
Symptoms caused by contaminated video heads
Normal picture
12
Remedy
• The input level of the PC terminal is LOW (0V). Input 12 V to the
terminal (HIGH).
• The battery's voltage is other than 12 V DC.
• There is no battery capacity.
• The battery is connected with incorrect polarity.
• The safety device on the unit has been activated. Leave the unit
turned off over an hour.
• The battery capacity is low.
• Make sure the TV is set to video input.
• Adjust the tracking with the TRACKING +/– buttons.
• The video heads are dirty (see details below). Clean the video heads
using the Sony V-25CL video head cleaning cassette. If this cleaning
cassette is not available in your area, have the heads cleaned at your
nearest Sony service facility (a standard service charge will be
required). Do not use a commercially available wet-type cleaning
cassette, as it may damage the video heads.
• The video heads may have to be replaced. Consult your local Sony
service facility for more information.
• Adjust the vertical hold control on the TV or monitor.
• The tape is defective. Use a new tape.
• If the CASSETTE indicator lights in green, a tape is already in the
cassette compartment.
• Make sure you are pointing the remote commander at the remote
sensor on the VCP.
• Replace all the batteries in the remote commander with new ones if
they are weak.
• Make sure the TV / VIDEO remote control switch is set correctly.
• Clean 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 Video
Cassette Player, please consult your nearest Sony service facility.
Rough picture Unclear picture
initial
No picture (or
black & white
screen appears)
terminal
SONY SVP-DC1 (E) 3-194-445-02 (3)