Panasonic PV-M2037 - Manual (Page 26)

Before Requesting Service
Check the following points once again if you are having trouble with your Combination VCR.
Power Correction
No power... • Completely insert the Power Plug into an AC wall outlet.
• Set the POWER button to ON.
Monitor Correction
No picture or sound... • Make sure your antenna or cable system is connected to the
Combination VCR. (P. 5)
• Check that the power plug is completely plugged into an AC outlet.
• Check that the POWER button is set to on.
Poor picture with normal sound...
Poor sound with normal picture...
Poor TV reception...
No color or poor color...
• Adjust the BRIGHT, SHARPNESS, and PICTURE controls in the
SET UP TV menu. (R 12)
• Adjust the VOLUME control. (P. 11)
• Adjust the SHARPNESS and PICTURE controls in the SET UP TV
menu. (P. 12)
• Adjust the TINT and COLOR controls in the SET UP TV menu.
(P.12)
Ghost (multiple) images... • Install a directional antenna.
TV programs cannot be watched... • Make sure that the channel being received is in the Combination
VCR's memory. (P. 8 )
VCR Correction
TV program cannot be recorded... • Make sure your antenna or cable system is connected to the
Combination VCR. (P. 5)
• Make sure that the record tab is intact on the cassette. (R 25)
Timer recording cannot be performed... • Set the recording Start/Stop time correctly, (P. 18-19)
• Timer recording may not be performed or continued if a power
interruption of more than 1 minute occurs before or during a Timer
Recording, even if power resumes thereafter.
No playback picture, or the playback picture is noisy
or contains streaks... * Adjust the TRACKING control in either direction. (P. 16)
VCR cannot be controlled... • Make sure that VCR LOCK is set to off. (P. 21)
Remote Control Correction
Combination VCR cannot be remote controlled... • Aim the Remote Control directly at the remote sensor on the
Combination VCR. (P. 7)
• Avoid all obstacles which may interfere with the signal path.
• Inspect the remote batteries for possible replacement. (P. 4)
• Make sure that VCR LOCK is set to off. (R 21)
• Exposing the Combination VCR remote sensor to direct fluorescent
or outdoor light may cause signal interference.
Miscellaneous Correction
Video cassette cannot be inserted... • Insert cassette with window side up and the record tab facing you.
Video cassette cannot be removed... • Check that the power plug is completely plugged into an AC
outlet.
Eject does not function or insertion cannot be done... • Turn the POWER off and then on, and try ejecting or inserting the
tape again.
Video cassette ejects when a recording is started, or
the power is turned off for timer recording...
• Make sure the record tab is intact on the cassette. (R 25)
In stop mode, the VCR motor (CYLINDER) • To enable the quick play mechanism, the VCR cylinder will rotate for
continues to rotate... about 5 minutes. This reduces response time from Stop to Play
mode from Play to Rewind Search mode.
VCR cannot be controlled... • Make sure that VCR LOCK is set to off. (P. 21)
If you cannot resolve your problem, please call the Customer Satisfaction Center for
product assistance at 201-348-9090.
To locate an authorized servicenter call toll free 1-800-545-2672.
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