Mitsubishi Electronics HS-S8300E(BRS) operation manual Before Calling for Service, Symptom Remedy

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BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE

SYMPTOM

REMEDY

 

 

 

• Is the LOCK indicator illuminated?

VCR does not operate.

• Has the power cord been disconnected from the AC outlet?

 

• Is the TIMER REC indicator illuminated?

 

 

The VCR POWER is ON but unit

• Is the LOCK indicator illuminated?

does not operate.

• Safety devices are operating.

 

Press the RESET button on the rear panel using a suitable implement.

 

 

No picture is obtained on the MONI-

• Is the video cable connected properly or is the cable defective?

TOR screen.

 

 

 

No operation when any tape opera-

• Is the LOCK indicator illuminated?

tion button is pressed.

• Is a cassette inserted?

 

 

 

• Is the LOCK indicator illuminated?

Recording does not work.

• Has the cassette’s erasure prevention tab been broken off?

 

• Has the tape run out?

 

 

Recording cannot be stopped by

• Is the LOCK indicator illuminated?

pressing the STOP button.

• Is the TIMER REC indicator illuminated?

 

 

Timer recording does not operate.

• Has the present time and recording time been set accurately?

 

 

No operation when the PLAY button

• Is the LOCK indicator illuminated?

is pressed.

• Has the tape run out?

 

• Is a cassette inserted?

 

 

Noise bars in the picture during

• Has the TRACKING control been adjusted?

playback.

 

 

 

The picture vibrates at the top and

• Has the VERTICAL ADJUST control been adjusted?

bottom when in still picture mode.

 

 

 

Clear camera pictures during record-

• This symptom may occur when the recorder has been used for a long

ing but during playback the picture is

period of time. During this time, a deposit of oxide has built up on the

not clear.

video heads which must now be cleaned. Cleaning of the heads requires

 

expertise. Please contact your dealer.

 

 

The picture is not clear on the

• Is the camera focused?

monitor.

 

 

 

The present time is not correct even

• Make sure the VCR has mains power supplied continuously for at least 40

though the VCR is used everyday.

hours per week.

 

 

 

• Make sure the VCR has mains power supplied continuously for at least 40

The power cord has been discon-

hours per week.

nected for less than 31days but the

• The contents stored in the memory may be erased before the 31 days

present time has been reset.

depending on the charge time of the power failure compensation circuit.

 

Set the present time again.

 

 

Repeat recording does not work.

• Is the repeat recording indicator illuminated?

 

• Is the alarm recording started?

 

 

Alarm recording does not work.

• Is the external switch connected correctly?

 

 

Playback speed is fast or slow.

• Is the playback mode set to the desired mode with REC/PLAY MODE

 

button?

 

 

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Contents HS-S8300EBRS VHSCondensation is the Enemy of Video Recorders When not in USEInstallation Location Unplugging the Mains LeadContents FeaturesFluorescent display Features and FunctionsFront View REC Fluorescent DisplayRear View Features and FunctionsReset button Connecting with Other Equipment SensorPresent Time Display Setting the MenusPresent time display will appear Time Date Search Timer ProgramDisplay Rear Terminal Setting the MenusRecording SET UP Maintenance First Time SET UP FRI Setting the Present TimeDisplay mode Setting the Present Time Setting the Present Time to the Exact SecondUnloading Loading and Unloading the Cassette TapeLoading Preventing Accidental ErasureManual Recording REC ModeLock Mode Recording Check FunctionNumber of Tape USE Repeat REC Times Stop Rewind Repeat AlarmprotRepeat Recording Recommended Number of Tape USESynchronous Recording Manual RecordingONE SHOT/INTERVAL Recording ConnectionAdditional Features Timer Recording Order to Avoid Mistakes When Using the Timer Symptom Fault ActionExternal Time Clock Adjustment Alarm RecordingAlarm Recording Connection 1st VCRSetting for Alarm Recording Emergency RecordingLocating the Start of Alarm Recordings Alarm RecordingAlarm Record Time Display Index SearchAudio Playback Playback ModePlayback Direct Shuttle Ring Special Effects PlaybackShuttle Ring Still PicturePicture Quality Adjustment Adjustment During PlaybackTracking Adjustment When the picture is vibratingConnecting the VCR to a personal computer Using with the Personal ComputerConfiguring the Time Lapse VCR Setting Data BIT Length RS-232C SettingSetting Transmission Rate Setting Stop BIT LengthData Communications Settings Using with the Personal ComputerConnecting to a Personal Computer Physical protocol of RS-232CCommand received Command Commands sent to the VCR FormatPower on command Command carried outCommand received VCR02 Command ParameterCommand for fast forwarding VCR02 Command carried out VCR02Commands and Responses 171=TIME Date Adjust + STOP=0, REWIND=1, REPEAT=2 Error codes +0=SERIES, 1=REC-START/STOP =SYNC RECCause Remedy To Turn OFF the Indication Self Diagnostic FunctionFluorescent Monitor DisplayIs the Lock indicator illuminated? Before Calling for ServiceSymptom Remedy Control INPUT/OUTPUT Signals and Circuits Label B-7 Control INPUT/OUTPUT Signals and CircuitsCircuit Specifications Connectors872C193C3
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