Troubleshooting Guide; Specifications; Maintenance - Emerson EWV401B Owner's Manual

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If you have followed the instructions contained in this manual and have difficulty in operating your VCR, locate the
PROBLEM in the left column below. Check the corresponding CORRECTIVE ACTION column to remedy the problem.
PROBLEM
No power.
Timer recording is impossible.
Cannot go into Record mode.
Playback picture is partially noisy. • Adjust tracking control for a better picture by pressing [CHANNEL
Cannot view a tape but the
audio is OK .
No or poor playback picture.
TV programs cannot be seen
normally.
No VCR operation from the
infrared Remote Control.
Video or color fades in and out • You cannot copy a copyrighted video tape. You are experiencing copy guard protection.
when making a copy of a video
tape.
Operating temperature :
Converter output :
• Designs and specifications are subject to change
without notice and legal obligation.
• If there is a discrepancy between languages, the
default language will be English.
SERVICING
Should your VCR become inoperative, do not try to correct the
problem by yourself. There are no user-serviceable parts
inside. Turn off, unplug the power plug, and please call our
help line at
1-800-256-2487,
to locate an Authorized Service Center.
CABINET CLEANING
• Wipe the front panel and other exterior surfaces of the VCR
with a soft cloth immersed in lukewarm water and wrung dry.
• Never use a solvent or alcohol. Do not spray insecticide liquid
near the VCR. Such chemicals may cause damage and
discoloration to the exposed surfaces.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

• Make sure the power plug is connected to an AC outlet.
• Make sure the power is turned on.
• Make sure the timer recording is set correctly.
• Make sure the power is off.
• Make sure the VCR clock is set correctly.
• Make sure the tape has a safety tab. If needed, cover the hole with cellophane tape.
• Head cleaning may be necessary. Refer to "AUTO HEAD CLEANING" .
• Make sure the VCR is not in the Menu mode.
• Select channel 3 or 4 at your TV, then press [VCR/TV] so that the VCR/TV
indicator on the VCR comes on.
• Fine tune your TV.
• Re-check the ANT. IN and ANT. OUT connections. See page 3.
• Press [VCR/TV] so that the VCR/TV indicator on the VCR disappears.
• Make sure the power plug is connected to an AC outlet.
• Check batteries in remote control.

SPECIFICATIONS

5°C~40°C (41°F~104°F)
VHF Channel 3 or 4.

MAINTENANCE

CORRECTIVE ACTION
Power requirement :
Power consumption :
Dimensions :
Weight :
AUTO HEAD CLEANING
• Automatically cleans video heads as you insert or remove a
cassette, so you can see a clear picture.
• Playback picture may become blurred or interrupted while the
TV program reception is clear. Dirt accumulated on the video
heads after long periods of use, or the usage of rental or
worn tapes can cause this problem. If a streaky or snowy
picture appears during playback, the video heads in your
VCR may need to be cleaned.
1. Please visit your local Audio/Video store and purchase a
good quality VHS Video Head Cleaner.
2. If a Video Head Cleaner does not solve the problem, please
call our help line at 1-800-256-2487, to locate an Authorized
Service Center.
NOTES:
• Remember to read the instructions included with the video
head cleaner before use.
• Clean video heads only when problems occur.
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120V, 60Hz
14 Watts
W 14-1/4" (360mm)
H 3-5/8" (92mm)
D 8-1/2" (216mm)
4.4 lbs. (2.0 Kg.) (approx.)
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