Troubleshooting - Sony GV-HD700E Operating Manual

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting
If you run into any problems using your
VCR, use the following table to
troubleshoot the problem. If the problem
persists, disconnect the power source and
contact your Sony dealer.
• Overall operations/Remote Commander
...............................................................66
• Batteries/Power sources ........................66
• LCD screen............................................67
• Cassette tapes/"Memory Stick Duo"
media .....................................................67
• Playback ................................................68
• Recording ..............................................69
• Connecting to TV ..................................70
• Dubbing/Editing/Connecting to other
devices ...................................................70
• Connecting to a computer .....................71
Overall operations/Remote
Commander
The power does not turn on or
abruptly turns off.
• Attach a charged battery pack to the
VCR (p. 13).
• Use the AC Adaptor to connect to a
wall outlet (wall socket) (p. 13).
The VCR does not operate even
when the power is set to on.
• Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the
wall outlet (wall socket) or remove the
battery pack, then reconnect it after
about 1 minute.
• Press the {RESET} button (p. 90) using
a sharp-pointed object.
The VCR gets warm.
• The VCR may get warmer while you
use it. This is not a malfunction.
66
The Remote Commander does not
function.
• Changing the [REMOTE CTRL]
setting according to the Remote
Commander (p. 64).
• Remove any obstructions between the
Remote Commander and the remote
sensor.
• Keep strong light sources, such as
sunlight or overhead lighting, away
from the remote sensor, otherwise the
Remote Commander may not function
properly.
• Insert fresh batteries in the
compartment with its +/– terminals
matching those of the compartment
(p. 93).
The other VCR malfunctions when
you use the Remote Commander.
• Select a commander mode other than
VTR2 for the VCR.
• Cover the sensor of the other VCR with
black paper.
Batteries/Power sources
The POWER/CHARGE lamp does not
light while the battery pack is being
charged.
• Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG)
(p. 13).
• Attach the battery pack to the VCR
correctly (p. 13).
• Connect the power cord (mains lead) to
the wall outlet (wall socket) properly.
• The battery charge is completed (p. 13).