RCA VR602HF Rewind does not operate, Timer recording not made, or wrong program recorded, Trouble

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Rewind does not operate

References

Trouble Checks

Trouble

Here's what to try:

 

 

 

 

Rewind does not operate

• Tape already rewound.

 

 

 

 

Timer recording not made

• Cable box was not turned on at time recording was to begin.

or wrong program recorded

• Program entered incorrectly (wrong channel or times).

 

• Power interruption. Reset clock. See page 11.

 

• Check to see if time and date are correct — including AM/PM.

 

• Program exceeded tape’s length or tape was not rewound beforehand.

 

• VCR was not turned off at the time recording was to start.

 

• No tape in VCR or tape’s safety tab broken off.

 

 

 

 

Incorrect time or date

• Clock was not set accurately (check AM/PM and date). See page 11.

 

 

VCR makes noise when stopped

• VCR is removing tape from heads. This is normal. The head cylinder inside

 

the VCR continues to rotate for a few minutes after you put the VCR in the

 

stop mode.

 

 

 

 

Will not AutoProgram active

• Check antenna connections.

channels correctly

• Check TUNING MODE: CABLE/ANTENNA feature. See page 9.

 

 

 

 

Cannot add or remove channels

• Channels must be placed in memory using AUTO-SEARCH CHANNELS

 

feature before channels can be added or removed from channel memory.

 

See page 9.

 

 

 

Cannot select channels over 69

• Cable channels over 69 can only be selected if TUNING MODE:

 

CABLE/ANTENNA feature is set to CABLE. Details are on page 9.

 

 

 

 

Cassette with safety tab removed does not start to

• Set AUTO PLAY ON/OFF feature to ON. Details are on page 15.

play automatically

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tape plays back in slow motion

• Press SLOW or PLAY to return to normal playback.

 

 

 

 

TIMER indicator flashes

• Clock was not set. See page 11.

 

• Timer recording programmed and no cassette in VCR.

 

 

 

 

On-screen menus are in French

• LANGUAGE feature set to LANGUE. See page 11.

 

 

 

 

Time counter disappears while searching

• This is normal. Details are on page 15.

 

 

 

 

No stereo sound during playback

• PLAYBACK: HI-FI/MIX/LINEARfeature must be set to HI-FIto hear stereo

 

sound during playback. See page 19.

 

 

 

 

Stereo audio too noisy

• Stereo signal is weak. Set RECEPTION: STEREO/SAP/MONO feature to

 

MONO.

 

• Press the TRACKING up or down button on the remote to minimize the noise.

 

 

 

 

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Contents USER’S GUIDE VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDERVR602HF Introduction Important InformationCautions Product RegistrationSetting Up the VCR Table of ContentsUsing the Remote Control Important InformationOptional Hookups How to hook up two VCRs for copying tapes 1. How do you receive your TV signals?How to hook up a stereo amplifier/receiver Choosing a Hookup3. Plug in power cords of VCR and TV 1. Set the 3CH.4 switch on back of VCR to either channel 3 or2. Plug in power cords of VCR and TV Antenna or Cable System Without a Cable Box2. Plug in power cords of VCR, TV, and cable box 3. Plug in power cords of VCR, TV, and cable boxCable System With Cable Box to Unscramble All Channels Cable Boxsuch as HBO, Showtime, Pay-Per-View, etc Cable System With Cable Box to Unscramble Only Pay ChannelsBack of TV Cable Box2. Set the 3CH.4 switch on the playback VCR to either channel 3 or Connecting Two VCRs for Copying Tapes4. Plug in power cords of VCRs and TV. 5. Continue to page 3. Plug in power cords of VCRs and TV. 4. Continue to page3. Plug in power cords of amplifier/ receiver, VCR, and TV Connecting a Stereo Amplifier/ReceiverRecord on the VCR from an amplifier/receiver Back of Amplifier/Receiver1. Check accessories with VCR Setting Up the VCRStartup 2. Insert batteries in remote 3. Turn on the TV6. Add or remove channels from the VCR’s memory 5. Place channels in the VCR’s memory8. Set AUTO TV/VCR feature 7. Use TVVCR buttonSkip this step if you used one of the advanced hookups 10. Select the language/sélectionner la langue 9. Set the time and dateVCR Function Buttons Using the Remote ControlCHAN Channel Up or Down CLEARNumbers 0 through POWERPAUSE PLAYOperating Instructions Playing a TapeTo play a tape AUTO PLAY Feature Using the Playback FeaturesPicture Search Fast Forward SearchTime Counter DISPLAY ButtonZero Search Commercial Scan SEARCH ButtonSlow Motion Frame Advance F. ADV Button Pause for Stop ActionAutomatic Tracking Manual TrackingTo Select Playback Sound PLAYBACK HI-FI/MIX/LINEAR FeatureBasic Recording - Operating Instructions Types of RecordingsRecording a Program Recording SpeedsOperating Instructions Express RecordingStopping a Recording in Progress Recording Display on TV ScreenStereo Broadcast TV or SAP Second Audio Program To record stereo broadcast TV or SAPLINEAR to hear SAP. Details are on page To Record Audio Only Refer to hookup on page Recording Audio OnlyRecording While You’re Away Timer Recording Setting a Timer RecordingStopping a Timer Recording Timer Recording From the VCR’s Line Input Checking or Clearing Timer Recordings2. Press 2 for REVIEW PROGRAMS Using Two VCRs for Copying and Editing Tapes Copying and Editing Tapes Using Compatible RemoteOperating Instructions Refer to hookup on page Cleaning the VCR SpecificationsVideo Signal System Power RequirementFront Panel Location of ControlsTape Compartment CHANNEL or TRACKING up or downIN FROM ANT. Antenna Connector 3CH.4 SwitchOUT TO TV Connector Hi-Fi IndicatorTrouble Checks No powerTrouble Heres what to tryVCR makes noise when stopped Timer recording not madeCABLE/ANTENNA feature is set to CABLE. Details are on page Cassette with safety tab removed does not start toWhat your warranty covers Limited WarrantyHow you get service What your warranty does not coverPOWER Button IndexREMOVE/ADD CHANNEL Menu LANGUAGE LANGUE MenuFor your nearest Home Entertainment Dealer or Authorized Servicenter call toll-free in the USACanadian Consumers Your toll free numbers are English French VQTS3190 A
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