Symphonic SL2820 Owner's Manual - Page 27

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 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 CORRECTIVE ACTION No power. • Make sure the AC cord is connected to an AC outlet. • Make sure the power is turned on. Timer recording is not possible. • Make sure the timer recording is set correctly. • Make sure the power is off. • Make sure the VCR clock is set correctly. Cannot go into Record mode. • Make sure the tape has an erase-prevention tab. If need, cover the hole with plastic tape. Playback picture is partially noisy. No picture but the audio is OK in playback. • Adjust tracking control for a better picture using the CHANNEL for V button on the VCR. • Head cleaning is necessary, consult the nearest our Service Center. No picture or poor picture on playback. • Set your TV to the VCR mode and/or press the VCR/TV button so that the VCIRITV indicator on the VCR comes on. • Fine tune your TV. On-the-air TV programs cannot be seen. • Re-check the ANT. IN and ANT. OUT connections. See page 10. • Set your TV to the TV mode and/or press the VCR/TV button so that the VCR/TV indicator on the VCR disappears. No operation by infrared Remote Control. • Make sure the AC cord is connected to an AC outlet. • Check batteries in remote control. Video or color fades in and out when • None. (You are copying a copyrighted video tape and are making a copy of a video tape. experiencing copy guard protection.) MAINTENANCE SERVICING AUTO HEAD CLEANING 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 cord, and take the unit to our Authorized Service Center for servicing. 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. • Automatically cleans 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 heads of 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, consult the nearest our Authorized Service Center. Professional video head cleaning requires highly technical attention. NOTES: • Remember to read the instructions included with the head cleaner before use. • Clean heads only when problems occur. - 27 - EN 7111