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RQT8858
Troubleshooting guide
Operation
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VHS Picture
VHS Sound
VHS Recording, Timer Recording
VHS Play
Cannot operate the television.
The remote control doesn’t work.
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Change the manufacturer code. Some televisions cannot be operated even if you change the
code.
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The remote control and main unit are using different codes. Change the code on the remote
control.
Press and hold [OK] and the indicated number button at the same time
for more than 5 seconds.
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The batteries are depleted. Replace them with new ones.
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You are not pointing the remote control at the main unit’s remote control signal sensor during
operation.
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Coloured glass may obstruct the signal reception/transmission.
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Don’t place the signal sensor in direct sunlight or in areas that may be subject to sunlight
exposure.
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It may be necessary to set the code on the remote control again after changing the batteries.
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It may be necessary to set the manufacturer code again after changing the batteries.
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The child lock function is activated.
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Cannot operate the DVD.
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Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the DVD drive when operating DVDs or CDs.
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Cannot operate the VHS.
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Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the VHS drive when operating video cassettes.
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The unit is on but cannot be
operated.
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Recording drive or playback drive has not been selected properly.
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Some operations may be prohibited by the disc.
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The unit is hot (“U59” appears on the display). Wait for “U59” to disappear.
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One of the unit’s safety devices may have been activated.
Reset the unit as follows:
1 Press [
Í
/I] on the main unit to switch the unit to standby.
If the unit doesn’t switch to standby, press and hold [
Í
/I] on the main unit for about 10
seconds. The unit is forcibly switched to standby.
Alternatively, disconnect the AC mains lead, wait one minute, then reconnect it.
2 Press [
Í
/I] on the main unit to switch it on. If the unit still cannot be operated, consult the
dealer.
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Cannot eject disc.
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The unit is recording.
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The unit may have a problem. While the unit is off, press and hold [
∫
] and [CH
W
] on the main
unit at the same time for about 5 seconds. Remove the disc and consult the dealer.
If the Child Lock function is activated, above operation does not work. Cancel the Child Lock
function.
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Cannot tune channels.
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Check the connections.
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Startup is slow.
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Make sure that “Quick Start” is set to “On”.
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Startup takes time in the following situations:
–A disc other than a DVD-RAM is inserted.
–The clock is not set.
–Immediately after a power failure or the AC mains lead is connected.
–When the unit is connected with an HDMI cable.
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On-screen display indicators do
not appear.
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Select a setting other than “Off” in “On-Screen Messages” in the Setup Menu.
–Press [STATUS
] to show the on-screen display indicators.
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The grey background appears
during play.
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You are playing a blank or poor quality part of the video cassette.
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You can damage the unit if you play dirty or damaged video cassettes and this can cause the
grey background to appear. Consult your dealer.
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Cannot hear the desired audio
type.
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Press [AUDIO] to select the audio.
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There is noise when playing a
video cassette.
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Adjust the tracking.
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The tape is old or damaged.
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“
1
” flashes when I try to start
recording.
Cannot record.
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A video cassette is not inserted. Insert a video cassette with an intact accidental erasure
prevention tab.
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The erasure prevention tab has been removed. Cover the hole with adhesive tape.
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Cannot record TV programme.
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The desired channel is not selected. Select the desired TV programme.
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Playback does not work properly.
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The video head is dirty.
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The tape is too old or damaged.
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Check the “SQPB” setting.
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The video heads are clogged or worn: consult your dealer.
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