SELF-DIAGNOSIS
This function informs you of error messages to help solve problems more easily. When the VCR malfunctions, an error code is displayed in the VCR indicator panel.
ERROR CODE TABLE
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| Loading Motor Error | • | Mode Switch | • Mode Switch Position not | • Loading Motor Drive |
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| S1,S2,S3,S4 | changed within 6 seconds | IC |
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| • | Load Motor +, - | after cassette loading attempt. | • Loading Motor |
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| • Mode Switch |
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| Tape Loading Error | • | Mode Switch | • Mode Switch Position not | • Mode Switch |
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| S1,S2,S3,S4 | changed within 6 seconds | contacts |
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| • | Load Motor +, - | after cassette loading attempt. |
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| Tape Eject Error | • | Mode Switch | • CST Switch must be activat- | • CST IN Switch |
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| S1,S2,S3,S4 | ed within 3 seconds, other- | contacts |
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| • | CST IN Switch | wise unit shut down will occur. |
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| • | Load Motor +, - |
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| Reel Rotational Error | • | • CFG Signal present, but take- | • Capstan belt | |
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| Reel Pulses | up pulses are missing. | • Idler and reel gears |
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| • CFG | (Capstan motor running.) | damaged | |
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| Drum Motor Error | • DFG Switch | • Drum Motor (Slow Start) | • Drum Motor and | |
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| • DPF | • Motor must be up to speed | Control Circuits | |
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| within 3 seconds of operation. |
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•When a malfunction occurs in the VCR, press the POWER/TIMER button on the front of VCR to operate normally.
•An error message (Err) appears in the display continuously when any button is pressed; contact your dealer or service center.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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