Sylvania CDVC80DP owner manual Troubleshooting Guide, Problem Corrective Action

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

If the DVD/VCR COMBINATION UNIT does not perform properly when operated as instructed in this Owner's Manual, check the player consulting the following checklist.

 

 

 

PROBLEM

CORRECTIVE ACTION

 

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No power.

• Make sure the power plug is connected to an AC outlet.

 

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• Make sure the power is turned on.

 

 

The player does not respond to. • Check if the power plug is connected to an AC outlet.

 

 

 

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the remote control.

• Check the batteries in the remote control.

 

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• Aim the remote control directly at the remote sensor. If necessary, remove all the

 

 

 

obstacles between the sensor and the remote.

 

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• You have to be within 23 feet of the player.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Check if the correct mode is selected. If not switch the mode by pressing DVD or

 

 

 

 

VCR ,whichever you need, on the remote control.

 

 

 

 

• Check if a cassette tape is in the VCR.

 

 

 

Timer recording is impossible.

• Make sure the timer recording is set correctly.

 

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• Make sure the power is off.

 

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• Make sure the VCR clock is set correctly.

RCannot go into Record mode. • Make sure the tape has a safety tab. If needed, cover the hole with cellophane tape.

•Put he player in VCR mode. Press VCR on the remote control so that the green VCR OUTPUT light is lit.

Playback picture is partially noisy • Adjust tracking control for a better picture by pressing CHANNEL

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on the

DVD/VCR COMBINATION UNIT.

 

 

 

 

 

Cannot view a tape but the

• Head cleaning may be necessary. Refer to “AUTO HEAD CLEANING” .

 

 

 

audio is OK.

• Make sure the VCR is not in the Menu mode.

 

 

 

No, or poor, playback picture.

• Change the RF output channel to CH4. Then select the same channel on the TV.

 

 

 

 

• Fine tune your TV.

 

 

 

TV programs cannot be seen

• Re-check the ANT. IN and ANT. OUT connections. See page 13.

 

 

 

normally.

• Press VCR/TV.

 

 

 

 

• Press VCR on the remote control to put it in the VCR mode. Check if the green VCR

 

 

 

 

OUTPUT light is lit. Then, set it to the TV position by pressing VCR/TV.

 

 

 

Video or color fades in and out

• You cannot copy a copyrighted video tape. You are experiencing copy guard protection.

 

 

 

when making a copy of a video tape.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cannot remove the tape.

• Check if the player is in the VCR mode. If not, press VCR on the remote control to switch

 

 

 

 

the mode.

 

 

 

No picture.

• Connect the video cables firmly.

 

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• Insert a correct video disc that plays on this player.

 

 

 

• Press DVD on the remote control. Check if the DVD OUTPUT Light is lit. Then try other

 

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DVD feature.

 

 

 

 

• Check if the progressive switch is set correctly according to your TV. If your TV is not

 

 

 

 

compatible with progressive scan, keep the Progressive switch to “INTERLACE”.

 

 

 

Disc cannot be played.

• Insert the disc.

 

 

 

 

• Clean the disc.

 

 

 

 

• Place the disc correctly, with the label side up.

 

 

 

 

• Cancel the parental lock or change the control level.

 

 

 

No sound.

• Connect the audio cables firmly.

 

 

 

 

• Turn the power of the audio component on.

 

 

 

 

• Correct the audio output settings.

 

 

 

 

• Correct the input settings on the audio component.

 

 

 

No DTS audio is output.

• This player does not support DTS audio. This is not a malfunction.

 

 

 

Distorted picture.

• Connect the player directly to the TV.

 

 

 

 

• There are some cases where pictures may be slightly distorted, which are not a sign of a mal-

 

 

 

 

function.

 

 

 

 

• Although pictures may stop for a moment, this is not a malfunction.

 

 

 

 

Audio or subtitle language

• The selected language is not available for audio or subtitles on the DVD.

 

 

 

does not match the set up

This is not a malfunction

 

 

 

The camera angle cannot be

• The DVD does not contain sequences recorded from different camera angles.

 

 

 

 

 

changed

This is not a malfunction

 

 

 

 

Audio or subtitle language

• The DVD does not contain audio source or subtitles in the selected language.

 

 

 

cannot be changed

This is not a malfunction.

 

 

 

“Prohibited icon” appears on the • That operation is prohibited by the player or the disc.

 

 

 

 

screen, prohibiting an operation

This is not a malfunction.

Notes

Some functions are not available in specific modes, but this is not a malfunction. Read the description in this Owner’s Manual for details on correct operations.

¡Playback from a desired track and random playback are not available during program playback.

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Contents CDVC80DP Laser Safety Important Safeguards About Copyright Supplied AccessoriesSymbols Used in this Manual Table of Contents PrecautionsFeatures DVD ModeFollowing discs can be played back on this About the DiscsPlayable Discs Operating Controls and Functions Number Buttons DVD mode VCR modeDisplay Button DVD mode Button DVD modePlay Button DVD mode Pause Button DVD modeSKIP/CH. Buttons DVD mode AC Power CordLoading the Batteries DisplayDisplays During Operation VCR/DVD Switching DVD ModeHookups Connecting to a TV Without A/V TerminalsConnecting to a TV with A/V Terminals For TVs with S-VIDEO Input Jack Connecting to a Receiver with Dolby Digital Decoder Connecting to AN Analog Audio SystemAutomatic Channel SET UP To Preset the Channels AgainTo Select a Desired Channel ¡The VCR distinguishes betweenTo ADD/DELETE Channels Clock SET UPTo Change the ON-SCREEN Language Playback Function Normal PlaybackSearch Functions Auto Repeat PlaybackTimer Recording Recording FunctionNormal Recording You can not copy a DVD to a videotape VCRHints for Timer To Stop AN Automatic Timer PRO- Gram Already StartedTo CHECK, CORRECT, or Cancel AN Automatic Timer Program Press STOP/EJECT on the DVD /VCR CombinaYou can not copy a DVD to a videotape Copying a Video TapeTo Monitor the Recording General Features Playing a DiscAuto Rewind Basic PlaybackDisc Menu Title MenuResume Fast FORWARD/REVERSE SearchZoom TrackTitle / Chapter Search Time SearchRepeat ProgramRepeat Title / Chapter Repeat TrackTrack Selection Random PlaybackON-SCREEN Information Stereo Sound Mode Subtitle LanguageAudio Language Camera AngleParental Level Changing the ON-SCREEN DisplayParental Control DVD Setup Marker Setup ScreenAudio Setting All parental lock is cancelledBlack Level Setting Display Setting¡Be sure to press SETUP, or the setting will not work Virtual SurroundLanguage Setting ¡Sets the audio language¡Sets the subtitle language ¡Sets the language for DVD menuTroubleshooting Guide Problem Corrective ActionMaintenance ServicingSpecifications Memo Alden Road Markham, OntarioL3R 4C1 905 940-5089 FAX 905

CDVC80DP specifications

The Sylvania CDVC80DP is a versatile and compact device that resonates well with consumers seeking quality audio and video playback in a convenient package. This dual functionality unit is thoughtfully crafted to accommodate both CDs and DVDs, making it a great addition to any home or travel setup.

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