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Appendix: reference
Troubleshooting Tips
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.
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Make sure the Remote VCR1/VCR2 setting is set to VCR1 so the
remote that came packed with your VCR can operate it.
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.
Snowy or no picture during playback
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Press TV•VCR to turn VCR indicator on.
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Check TV channel selected (3 or 4) to make sure it matches the
channel selected with 3 CH. 4
switch on back of VCR.
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Check to make sure the TV’s fine tuning is correct for the channel
you have selected.
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Check video cable connections between VCR and TV monitor.
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Check to make sure the TV monitor is set to Video Input
(see page 68 for more information).
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Try another tape.
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Some snow/streaks are normal during search, stop action, frame
advance, and slow-motion playback.
Streaks in picture during normal playback
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Press one of the TRACKING
buttons to move streaks up or down for
the best picture.
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Check to make sure the tape is of good quality and not worn out.
