Sony SLV-N900 - Manual (Page 75)

75 Troubleshooting
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The timer does not operate. • Check that the clock is set.
• Make sure a tape has been inserted.
• Check that the safety tab has not been removed.
• Make sure the tape is not at its end.
• Make sure a program has been set for timer recording.
• Make sure your timer settings are past the current time.
• Check that the cable box is turned on.
• The clock stops if the VCR is disconnected from the wall
outlet for more than one minute. Reset the clock and
timer.
• When you use the cable box/satellite receiver control
feature, make sure the “Cable Box/Sat.” option is set to
ON.
• Turn the power off and unplug the AC power cord.
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A tape cannot be inserted. • Check that a tape is not already in the tape compartment.
The remote commander does not
function. • Make sure you are pointing the remote commander at the
remote sensor on the VCR.
• Replace all the batteries in the remote commander with
new ones if they are weak.
• Make sure the •TV / VIDEO switch is set correctly.
• If you are not using Control S, make sure that both
miniplugs are disconnected.
The channels on the VCR cannot be
changed. • Make sure the “Cable Box/Sat.” option is set to OFF.
The tracking meter does not appear
on the screen. • The recording condition of the tape is very poor and
tracking cannot be adjusted.
You cannot control other TVs. • Set your TV’s code number. The code number may
change when you replace the batteries of the remote
commander.
The VCR needs to be cleaned. • Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a dry, soft
cloth, or a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild
detergent solution. Do not use any type of solvent, such
as alcohol or benzine.
Symptom Remedy
Symptoms caused by contaminated video heads
• Normal picture • Unclear picture • Rough picture
initial
contamination
terminal
• No picture (or
black & white
screen appears)