Troubleshooting Guide; Specifications - Alpine VPE-V180A Owner's Manual

Troubleshooting guide

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If you encounter a problem, please review the items in the following checklist. This guide will help you
isolate the problem if the unit is at fault. Otherwise, make sure the rest of your system is properly
connected or consult your authorized ALPINE dealer.
Symptom
The POWER button does not function.
The power is turned on but the unit does not
operate.
The picture is not clear.
No picture on Monitor screen during playback
or recording.
Unable to record.
No Remote Control operation.
Cautions Concerning Maintenance
• Plastic is used extensively in the front of the cabinet. If it is wiped with benzene or paint thinner,
etc., it could cause deterioration or pealing of the paint finish, etc., so avoid use of such cleaners.
• Please wipe off dirt on the cabinet or operating panel with a soft cloth. When the product becomes
dirty use a cloth dampened with a non-abrasive or non-harsh cleaning solution. Wring the cloth out
completely, then wipe. Dry the finish by wiping with a dry cloth.
• Do not allow volatile substances, such as insecticides, on the cabinet. Also, do not leave products
made of rubber or vinyl, etc. in contact with this unit for long periods of time. Doing so could cause
damage to the products finish.
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• Turn the ignition on.
• Check connections and correct any problems.
• Check the vehicle's battery voltage.
• Moisture condensation. Allow unit to dry for 1
hour or more.
• Adjust the tracking with
buttons.
• Check the connection between the Monitor and
VCR, then connect them properly.
• Have the video heads cleaned (with a cleaning
tape sold separately)
• The safety tab of the tape is removed. Cover
the hole with adhesive tape.
• Make sure the tape is not at its end.
• Set "REC INHIBIT" to "NO" in the MENU
screen.
• Remove any obstacle between the Remote
Control and the VCR.
• Replace batteries with new ones. Insert them
correctly.
• Make sure you are pointing the Remote Control
at the remote sensor on the unit.
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Specifications

GENERAL
DC Power
Power
Remedy
consumption : 9 Watts
Dimensions
Mass
Operating
temperature
Operating
humidity
TRACKING/SELECT
VIDEO
Format
Video signal
system
Video heads
Tape format
AUDIO
Audio track
CONNECTORS
Video output
Audio output : AUDIO OUT, 300 mV (rms), less
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
4/25/00, 2:02 PM
: 12 V DC car battery
(Negative ground)
: 258 89 251 mm (w/h/d)
: Approx. 3.3 kg
: 0° to +40°C (32°F to 104°F)
: Less than 80% RH
: VHS standard
: Standard NTSC 525 lines,60
fields
: 4 heads
: VHS 1/2-inch Cassette tape.
: 1 track (Normal-mono)
2 channels (Hi-Fi sound)
: VIDEO OUT, 1.0 V (p-p), 75Ω
(Phono type jack)
than 47 kΩ (Phono type jack)