The picture or the sound is distorted:
The TV reception is not adjusted to the VCR.
n
Readjust the reception (see page 3).
The tracking is not set correctly.
n
Adjust the tracking manually (see page 14).
Picture distortion can be caused by using E300 cassettes
which were recorded with a slow tape speed (LP or EP).
n
You are advised not to use E300 cassettes.
The cassette is recorded in a tape speed, colour or video standard
which is not corresponding to the VCR setting.
n
Check which standard was used when the video cassette was
recorded. Setting of PAL or MESECAM can be adjusted manually
(see page 8). For more information about NTSC see page 9.
The aerial cable or scart cable is not correctly connected or is defective.
n
Check the connections, aerial signal and cables
(replace cables if necessary).
Setting for SQPB (S-VHS Quasi Playback) is not correct.
n
Setting can be changed (see page 9).
The playback picture is distorted when you record the tape on EP mode
using MESECAM system. (This is not a functional fault).
n
We recommend PAL system for recording on EP mode.
The video heads are soiled or worn out.
n
Please contact service center for assistance.
Head cleaning by a service center is not covered by warranty.
This product may receive radio interference caused
by mobile telephones during use.
n
In such interference is apparent, please increase separation
between the product and the mobile telephone.
Automatic Clock correction is not working correctly:
[Clock setting] is on manually [MAN.]
n
Set clock to [AUTO] (see page 8).
The VCR is set to Power save mode.
n
Settings can be changed (see page 9).
There is no programme with clock signal available.
n
Set the clock manually (see page 8).
The remote control does not work correctly
The signal from the remote control does not reach the VCR’s window,
or the distance is too long.
n
Remove obstructions between the VCR and the remote control
(its transmitting distance is about 7 metres).
The batteries in the remote control are exhausted,
or the batteries have not been inserted with the correct polarity.
n
Check the batteries and if necessary insert new batteries (see page 2).
The VCR is set to Power save mode.
n
Settings can be changed (see page 9).
The recording function does not work correctly
The VCR display
is flashing when you try to record.
n
In order to record, use a video cassette with an intact
erasure prevention tab (see page 6).
The Programmed recording function does not work.
n
The time and date must be set correctly (see page 8).
The VCR does not record, even though the recording has been programmed.
n
Set the start time and the time to stop recording correctly,
and set the VCR on Standby Recording by pressing
the TIMER Button (see pages 6-7).
n
The VPS / PDC function was used to set the recording,
but the Start time input was incorrect (see page 6-7)
If problems occur which you cannot deal with yourself
,
consult a service center (see the Guarantee Information).
The meaning of some On Screen Displays
Please use tape with unbroken recording tab !
The REC Button or REC/OTR Button was pressed to record,
but the cassette’s erasure prevention tab has been broken off.
n
In order to record, use a video cassette with an intact erasure
prevention tab (see page 6).
This action is not possible before time and date are set
The PROG./CHECK Button or SV/V+ Button was pressed without
a date and time being set on the VCR.
n
Set the date and time (see page 8).
No timer programmes to be done !
The TIMER Button was pressed, but no timer recording was programmed.
n
Programme a timer recording (see pages 6-7).
Please put VCR into stop mode first
An attempt was made to change the programmed data while a timer
recording was still in progress.
n
You must stop the recording first by pressing the TIMER Button
before you can change the programming.
Adjusting the Playback picture
If the picture is distorted with
noise bars, press the
TRACKING / V-LOCK Button
in the (+) or (-) direction during
Playback, Still Playback
or Slow Playback.
For automatic adjustment,
press (+) and (-) at the same time.
Note:
The tracking cannot be adjusted on certain cassettes.
This is not a functional fault of the VCR.
Noise bars on the TV picture
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Troubleshooting
Before Requesting Service
The VCR display is not illuminated:
The mains lead is not connected.
n
Check the connection.
The VCR is set to Power save mode.
n
Settings can be changed (see page 9).
The VCR display is set to OFF.
n
Settings can be changed (see page 9).
Safety devices are operating.
n
Disconnect the VCR from AC mains for one minute,
then check if the VCR can be operated.
The VCR display is illuminated, but the VCR cannot operate:
The VCR is in Timer recording Standby mode.
n
Cancel Standby mode by pressing the TIMER Button.
The child lock is activated.
n
Settings can be changed (see page 8).
Tape transport noise
During JET SEARCH the tape transport noise will increase.
n
This is not a functional fault.
