Sony SLV-775HF - Manual (Page 72)

Troubleshooting
If you havo any questions or problems not co\’ered below, please consult your
nearest Sony dealer.
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Symptom Remedy
The POWER switch does not
function. • Connect the AC power cord securely,
• Make sure the VCR is not locked. To unlock, hold
down POWER on the VCR until the VCR beeps and
the o-n indicator disappears.
The power is turned on but the
VCR does not operate. • Moisture condensation occurs. Turn the power off,
unplug the AC power cord and leave the VCR to dry
for over an hour.
The clock has stopped and
—" lights in the display
window.
• The clock stops if the VCR is disconnected from the
wall outlet for more than one hour. Reset the clock
(and timer).
The playback picture does not
appear on the TV screen. • Make sure the TV is set to the channel for the VCR, If
you are using a monitor, set it to video input.
The picture is not clear. • Adjust the tracking with the TRACK1NG+/- buttons.
• The video heads are dirty (see below). Clean the video
heads using the Sony T-25CL video head cleaning
cassette. If this cleaning cassette is not available in your
area, have the heads cleaned at your nearest Sony
service facility (a standard service charge will be
required). Do not use a commercially available wet-
type cleaning cassette, as it may damage the video
heads.
• The video heads may have to be replaced. Consult
your local Sony dealer for more information.
The picture rolls vertically
during picture search. • Adjust the vertical hold control on the TV or monitor.
The picture has no sound. • The tape is defective. Use a new tape.
Symptoms caused by contaminated video heads
• Normal picture • Rough picture • Unclear picture > No picture (or
black & white
screen appears)
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