Sony RDR VX500 Operating Instructions - Page 108
Additional Information, Troubleshooting, Power, Picture - repair
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Additional Information Troubleshooting If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the recorder, use this troubleshooting guide to help remedy the problem before requesting repairs. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Power The power does not turn on. , Check that the AC power cord is connected securely. Picture There is no picture. , Re-connect all connecting cords securely. , The connecting cords are damaged. , Check the connection to your TV (page 15). , Switch the input selector on your TV (such as to "VCR") so that the signal from the recorder appears on the TV screen. Picture noise appears. , Check the connection to your TV (page 15) and switch the input selector on your TV so that the signal from the recorder appears on the TV screen. , If the picture output signal from your recorder passes through your VCR to get to your TV, or if you are connected to a combination TV/VIDEO player, the copy-protection signal applied to some DVD programs could affect picture quality. If you still experience this problem even when you connect your recorder directly to your TV, try connecting your recorder to your TV's S VIDEO input. , You have set the recorder to progressive format (the PROGRESSIVE indicator lights up) even though your TV cannot accept the progressive signal. In this case, set "Progressive" to "Off" in "Video" setup (page 101). , Even if your TV is compatible with progressive format (480p) signals, the image may be affected when you set the recorder to progressive format. In this case, set "Progressive" to "Off" in "Video" setup (page 101). TV program reception does not fill the screen. , Set the channel manually in "Tuner Preset" setup (page 97). , Select the correct source using the INPUT SELECT button, or select a channel of any TV program using the CH +/- buttons. TV program pictures are distorted. , Reorient the TV antenna. , Adjust the picture (see the TV's instruction manual). , Place the recorder and TV farther apart. , Place the TV and any bunched antenna cables farther apart. , The RF cable is connected to the VHF/UHF OUT jack on the recorder. Connect the cable to the VHF/UHF IN jack. TV channels cannot be changed. , The channel is disabled (page 98). , A timer recording started, which changed the channels. The picture from equipment connected to the recorder's input jack does not appear on the screen. , If the equipment is connected to the LINE 1 IN jack, select "LINE1" in the front panel display by pressing INPUT SELECT. If the equipment is connected to the LINE 2 IN jacks, select "LINE2" in the front panel display by pressing INPUT SELECT. The playback picture or TV program from the equipment connected through the recorder is distorted. , If the playback picture output from a DVD player, VCR, or tuner goes through your recorder before reaching your TV, the copy-protection signal applied to some programs could affect picture quality. Disconnect the playback equipment in question and connect it directly to your TV. The picture does not fill the screen. , Set "TV Type" in "Video" setup in accordance with the aspect ratio of your TV (page 100). 108