Cleaning the vcr, Problem solving, Solving problems – GE VG4061 User Manual
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APPENDIX A: REFERENCE
Troubleshooting Tips
No power
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Check to make sure it is plugged into an operating outlet.
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Check to make sure your connections are correct.
VCR does not respond to remote
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Press VCR to set remote to control the VCR.
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Check to make sure there are no objects between the VCR and remote.
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The batteries may need changing.
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Make sure the Remote VCR1/VCR2 setting is set to VCR1 so the remote that came packed with your VCR
can operate it.
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Remove batteries and hold number button 1 for at least 60 seconds to drain the microprocessor inside
the remote. Release number 1 and replace the batteries.
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Remove all batteries for approximately 12 hours. Then replace batteries.
Remote no longer controls a GE, RCA, or ProScan TV
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Press TV to set remote to control a compatible TV.
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Check to make sure the remote is programmed to control a GE, RCA, or ProScan TV.
Remote no longer controls a compatible TV
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Press TV to set remote to control the compatible TV.
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Check to make sure there are no objects between the TV and remote.
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The batteries may need changing.
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Reprogram remote after batteries have been changed.
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Remove batteries and hold number button 1 for at least 60 seconds to drain the microprocessor inside
the remote. Release number 1, replace the batteries, and (if necessary) reprogram the remote.
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Remove all batteries for approximately 12 hours. Then replace batteries and (if necessary) reprogram the
remote.
Poor or no picture for normal TV viewing
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Check to make sure the VCR indicator is off.
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Check to make sure the TV is switched to an active channel.
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Check to make sure the antenna connections are secure and correct.
Snowy or no picture during playback
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Press TV•VCR to turn VCR indicator on.
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Check TV channel selected (3 or 4) to make sure it matches the channel selected with 3 CH. 4
switch on
back of VCR.
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Check to make sure the TV’s fine tuning is correct for the channel you have selected.
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Check video cable connections between VCR and TV monitor.
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Check to make sure the TV monitor is set to video input channel.