JVC HR-J755EK Troubleshooting, No power is applied to the recorder, Connect the mains power cord

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SUBSIDIARYINFORMATION (cont.)

Troubleshooting

Before requesting service for a problem, use this chart to see if you can correct the trouble yourself. Small problems are often easily corrected, and this can save you the trouble of sending your video recorder off for repair.

POWER
	SYMPTOM			POSSIBLE CAUSE			CORRECTIVE ACTION
1.	No power is applied to the recorder.			● The mains power cord is disconnected.			Connect the mains power cord.

2.	The clock is functioning properly,			● “ä“ is displayed on the display			Press the äbutton to turn the “ä“
	but the recorder cannot be powered.			panel with Auto Timer set to "OFF".			indicator off.

3.	The remote control won’t function.			● The batteries are discharged.			Replace the dead batteries with new
							ones.

TAPE TRANSPORT

	SYMPTOM		POSSIBLE CAUSE		CORRECTIVE ACTION
1.	The tape does not run during		● “^“ is displayed on the display		Press PLAY to turn the “^“ indicator
	recording.		panel.		off.

2.	The tape will not rewind or fast-		● The tape is already fully rewound or		Check the cassette.
	forward.		fast-forwarded.

PLAYBACK

	SYMPTOM			POSSIBLE CAUSE		CORRECTIVE ACTION
1.	The playback picture does not			● If you’re using the RF OUT connec-		If you are using the RF OUT connec-
	appear while the tape is running.			tion . . .		tion . . .
				. . . the TV receiver’s channel selector		. . . set the TV receiver to the VIDEO
				is not set to the VIDEO channel.		channel. (☞ pg. 6)
				. . . the recorder's VIDEO channel		. . . Perform "Video Channel Set"
				has not been correctly set.		(☞ pg. 34)
				● If you’re using the AV connection, the		If you are using the AV connection,
				TV receiver is not set to the AV mode.		set the TV to its AV mode.

2.	Noise appears during visual search.			● This is normal.

3.	Noise appears during normal			● The automatic tracking mode is		Try manual tracking (☞ pg. 17).
	playback.			engaged.

4.	The playback picture is blurred or			● The video heads may be dirty.		Consult your JVC dealer.
	interrupted while TV broadcasts are
	clear.

5.	Breaks are noticeable in Hi-Fi			● Automatic tracking is engaged.		Engage and adjust tracking manually.
	soundtrack.					(☞ pg. 17)

RECORDING

	SYMPTOM		POSSIBLE CAUSE		CORRECTIVE ACTION
1.	Recording cannot be started.		● There is no cassette loaded, or the		Insert a cassette, or using adhesive
			cassette loaded has had its Record		tape, reseal the slot where the tab
			Safety tab removed.		was removed.

2.	TV broadcasts cannot be recorded.		● “L-1”, “L-2” or "F-1" has been		Set to the desired preset.
			selected as the input mode.

3.	Tape-to-tape editing is not possible.		● The source (another video recorder,		Confirm that the source is properly
			camcorder) has not been properly		connected.
			connected.
			● All necessary power switches have		Confirm that all units’ power switches
			not been turned on.		are turned on.
			● The input mode is not correct.		Set the input mode to “L-1”,“L-2” or
					"F-1".

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Contents HR-J755EK Safety Precautions Do not place the recorderSome Dos And Donts On The Safe Use Of Equipment Quick SET UP G Uide Mains outlet Back of TVTV Aerial Cable not provided Back of RecorderYour TV via both an RF cable and a 21-pin Go to itemIf auto channel set has succeeded but auto clock set has not Point PlaybackLoad a Cassette Start PlaybackPause During Playback Activate HIGH-SPEED SearchRecording Engage ITR Mode Select Preset to WatchReset Counter Display Remaining TimeVideo Plus+ Timer Programming Timer Warning PDC RecordingEnter Programme Start Time Express Timer ProgrammingBefore performing Express Timer Programming TimeReturn to Normal SET PDC ModeTimer Mode ScreenCheck, Cancel And Replace Programmes Playback Picture Adjustment Skip Over Unwanted Looking For Scene You WantActivate Index Search SectionsActivate Instant Review Instant ReViewTurn on the Recorder Playback/ Recording According To Tape Charac- teristicsS.T. Picture System Playback RecordingOr press Record on the recorder Soundtrack Selection Selecting Sound You WantReceiving Nicam Stereo And Bilingual Programmes Type of Broadcast On-screen Display Being ReceivedActivate Spatializer SpatializerOutdoor Unit Satellite Cable Aerial connectorAutomatic Satellite Programme Recording Satellite Receiver UnitBefore performing the following steps Link SP/LPRemote Con- trol Functions TV Multi-brand Remote ControlControl Your TV Using Additional Buttons SET TV Brand CodeSET Satellite Receiver Brand Code SET Remote Control CodeRE-SUPPLY Power Operate Satellite ReceiverEdit To Or From Another Video Recorder Input ModeMake Connections Start Camcorder SET RECORDER’S Input ModeEdit From a Camcorder Start RecorderENABLE/DISABLE ON-SCREEN Display Access Main Menu ScreenAccess Mode SET Screen Other FunctionsAuto Timer Auto SP→LP TimerReturn to Normal Screen Repeat Playback Activate RepeatPlayback Next Function MemoryConnection To Stereo System Audio Cable not provided Speaker Mains outletVideo Channel Set Access Video Channel SET ModeExit Video Channel SET Mode SET Video ChannelTest Signal With RF ConnectionSET Access Main MenuTuner Set Auto Channel SetAfter Scan Completed Screen preset positionsProcedures Is displayed on the screenStoring Channels Manually Fine-Tuning Channels Already Stored Change Station Preset PositionDelete a Channel Close Confirmation Access Manual Channel SET ScreenSelect NEW Station Select Station Name CharacterTV Station And ID List Channel Islands TV Station Channel Number GuideWinter Hill Clock Set Just ClockNumber Video Plus+ SetupGuide Program Number Set Questions And Answers PlaybackConnect the mains power cord TroubleshootingNo power is applied to the recorder Indicator offTimer Recording Won’t stopIndex Front ViewRear View Remote Control How To Use Specifications DA4 Double Azimuth helical