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Troubleshooting Tips
In this section, you will find answers to common recording, playback, and general VCR questions.
Consulting with this section first when there is problem may help you answer common questions.
General VCR Problems
No power
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Check to make sure it is plugged into an operating outlet.
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Check to make sure your connections are correct.
VCR does not respond to remote
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Check to make sure there are no objects between the VCR and remote.
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The batteries may need changing.
Poor or no picture for normal TV viewing
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Check to make sure the VCR indicator is off.
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Check to make sure the TV is switched to an active channel.
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Check to make sure the antenna connections are secure and correct.
Rewind does not operate
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Check to make sure the tape is not already rewound.
Clock shows incorrect time or date
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Power interruption.
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Check to make sure the clock is set accurately (check AM/PM and date).
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Check Daylight-Saving setting. Clock may have adjusted for daylight-saving.
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Time did not adjust for Daylight-Saving time
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Check to make sure Daylight-Saving feature is set correctly.
VCR makes noise when stopped
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The VCR is removing the tape from the playheads. A sound is normal. The head cylinder inside the VCR
will continue to rotate for a few minutes after you put the VCR in the stop mode.
Cannot select channels over 69
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Cable channels over 69 can only be selected if Signal Type: CABLE/ANTENNA feature is set to CABLE.
Timer (
) indicator flashes
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Check to make sure there is a cassette in the VCR when a timer recording is set.
On-screen menus appear in English, French, or Spanish
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Check LANGUAGE feature.
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