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| 1. | Timer recording won’t work. |
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| The clock and/or the timer have | Set the clock and/or timer correctly. |
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| 3. | ä and ] on the front display |
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This VCR contains microcomputers. External electronic noise or interference can cause microcomputer to malfunction. If the VCR does not operate correctly switch its power off and unplug the power cord from the AC supply. Wait for a while and then plug the power back in. Eject and check the condition of the cassette. If everything appears normal resume operating the VCR as usual.