Troubleshooting Tips - RCA BLV552 User Manual

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Troubleshooting Tips

In this section, you will find answers to common video player
questions. Consulting with this section first when there is
problem may help you answer common questions.
No power
• Check to make sure all power cord connections are tight
and plugged into an operating power source.
Rewind does not operate
• Check to make sure the tape is not already rewound.
The VCP makes noise when stopped
• The player is removing the tape from the playheads. A
sound is normal. The head cylinder inside the player will
continue to rotate for a few minutes after you stop the unit.
Snowy or no picture during playback
• Check video cable connections between the player and any
connected monitor.
• Try another tape.
Streaks in picture during normal playback
• Check to make sure the tape is of good quality and not
worn out.
Will not play
• Check to make sure there is a tape in the player.
• Try ejecting and reinserting the tape.
• Check to make sure the tape is not broken.
Tape plays back in slow motion
• Press PLAY to return to normal playback.
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