Hitachi VT-MX431A - Manual (Page 70)

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
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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 he 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 needed,
cover the hole with plastic tape.
Playback picture is Adjust tracking control for a better
partially noisy. picture by using the CHANNEL
or button on the VCR.
No picture but the audio Head cleaning may be necessary,
is OK in playback. consult our nearest Authorized
Service Center.
No picture or poor Set your TV to the VCR mode
picture on playback. and/or press the VCR/TV button
on the remote control so that the
"VCR" indicator appears on the
display.
Fine tune your TV.
On-the-air TV programs Re-check the ANT. IN and ANT.
cannot be seen.
OUT connections. See page 10.
Set your TV to the TV mode
and/or press the VCR/TV button
on the remote control so that the
"VCR" indicator disappears from
the display.
No operation from the Make sure the AC cord is
infrared Remote Control. connected to an AC outlet.
Check
batteries in remote control.
If the TV or CATV button is
selected, press the VCR button on
the remote control.
Video or color fades None. (You are copying a
in and out when copyrighted video tape and are
making a copy of a experiencing copy guard
video tape. protection.)