Problem Guide - Hitachi VT-FX950EUKN Instruction Manual

PROBLEM GUIDE

Sometimes problems can be solved easily by checking a few basic things.
Check below before you call for help or take your unit to your dealer.
No power
• Check to see if the VCR is plugged into an AC mains socket.
Does not respond to remote control handset
• Check to see if there are batteries in the handset, their polarities are correct, and they
are fitted correctly.
• The handset is not aimed at the VCR.
• Weak batteries in the handset.
Will not record
• No cassette in the VCR.
• Safety tab removed from cassette.
(In this case, the cassette will be ejected.)
Will not playback
• No cassette in the VCR.
• For playback, TV must be tuned to the video programme number.
• Set the TV to the video input mode when the VCR and TV are connected via a Scart
connector (see your TV manual).
• Press the VCR/TV button on the remote handset to display the
display when the VCR and TV are connected via a Scart connector.
Snowy/Noisy picture
• Make sure the TV is fine tuned.
• Head cleaning may be required. See "MAINTENANCE".
• Some snow or streaks are normal during visual search, still and slow playback.
Will not make timer recordings
• The VCR should be in the standby mode to activate timer recording.
• Programmes entered incorrectly.
• Clock was not set correctly.
• Programme exceeded cassette length.
• No cassette or cassette's safety tab removed.
Clock shows — — : — —
• Power interrupted.
Poor/No picture in normal TV viewing
• Carefully check aerial connection.
Indication of the VCR display appears abnormal/No button can be engaged
• Push the reset switch using a toothpick, etc.
The display will be reset. Then set the information again.
Auto Installation not function
• MIS-operate the auto installation in page 10.
For Recovery, refer page 12.
indicator in the VCR
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