RCA VR618HF manual Trouble Checks, Trouble Heres what to try

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References

Trouble Checks

Sometimes problems can be easily solved by checking a few basic things. Check below before you call for help or take your VCR to an Authorized RCA VCR Servicenter.

 

 

Trouble

Here's what to try:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

No power

• Plug VCR into an operating outlet.

 

 

 

 

• Check connections.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

VCR does not respond to remote

• Remove batteries and hold down one or more buttons for several seconds to

 

 

 

 

drain the microprocessor inside the remote to reset it. Reinstall the batteries

 

 

 

 

and try remote again.

 

 

 

 

• Press VCR to set remote to control the VCR. See page 12.

 

 

 

 

• Aim remote at VCR with no objects between them.

 

 

 

 

• Change batteries.

 

 

 

 

• Check setting of Remote Control: VCR1/VCR2 feature. See page 30.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Remote no longer controls an RCA TV

• Remove batteries and hold down one or more buttons for several seconds to

 

 

 

 

drain the microprocessor inside the remote to reset it. Reinstall the batteries

 

 

 

 

and try remote again.

 

 

 

 

• Press TV to set remote to control the TV. See page 11.

 

 

 

 

• Reprogram remote for RCA TV. See page 11.

 

 

 

 

• Aim remote at TV with no objects between them.

 

 

 

 

• Change batteries.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Remote no longer controls a compatible TV

• Press TV to set remote to control the compatible TV. See page 11.

 

 

 

 

• Aim remote at TV with no objects between them.

 

 

 

 

• Reprogram remote after batteries have been changed.

 

 

 

 

• Change batteries.

 

 

 

 

 

 

No picture when VCR turned on – using a basic

• Press TV•VCR to turn VCR indicator on. See page 10.

 

 

hookup

• Check to see if Auto TV/VCR feature is set to OFF. See page 10.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Poor or no picture for normal TV viewing

• Press TV•VCR to turn VCR indicator off.

 

 

 

 

• Switch TV to an active channel.

 

 

 

 

• Check antenna connections.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Snowy or no picture during playback

• Press TV•VCR to turn VCR indicator on.

 

 

 

 

• Check TV channel selected (3 or 4) to make sure it matches the channel

 

 

 

 

selected with CH3 CH4 switch on back of VCR.

 

 

 

 

• Check TV’s fine tuning.

 

 

 

 

• Check video cable connections between VCR and TV monitor.

 

 

 

 

• Set TV monitor to video input channel.

 

 

 

 

• Try another tape.

 

 

 

 

• Some snow/streaks are normal during search, frame advance, slow-motion,

 

 

 

 

or stop-action playback.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Time counter not working

• The time counter does not advance during unrecorded portions of tape.

 

 

 

 

When an unrecorded segment of tape is encountered, the time counter will

 

 

 

 

hold its count until recorded material is detected again.

 

 

 

 

• A minus (–) will appear in front of the time if you rewind the tape farther

 

 

 

 

back than a counter reading of 0:00:00.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Will not record or play

• No cassette in VCR.

 

 

 

 

• Eject and re-insert cassette.

 

 

 

 

• Broken tape — try another cassette.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents USER’S Guide Important Information Product RegistrationTable of Contents Optional Hookups How to hook up two VCRs for copying tapes? Choosing a HookupWhat type of Cable-TV system* do you have? Choose one answer from belowAntenna or Cable System Without a Cable Box Basic hookupAdvanced hookup Plug in power cords of VCR, TV, and cable box Cable System With Cable Box to Unscramble All ChannelsCable System With Cable Box to Unscramble Pay Channels Back of VCRConnecting Two VCRs for Copying Tapes Plug in power cords of VCRs and TV . Continue toOption a hookup Option B hookupCheck accessories with VCR Attach power cord to back of VCRStartup Insert batteries in remoteTurn on the TV Turn on the VCRPlace channels in the VCR’s memory Add or remove channels from the VCR’s memory Select a language./Choisissez une langueSet the time and date Set Auto TV/VCR feature Use Tvvcr buttonSkip this step if you used one of the advanced hookups Controlling a TV Program the Remote for a TVOperate the TV Buttons Component ButtonsVCR Function Buttons Volume Up and Down TV Function ButtonsREW Rewind Slow / +Operating Instructions To Play a TapeUsing the Playback Features Tape Playback HI-FI/LINEAR/MIX FeatureAuto Play Feature Pause for Stop Action Picture SearchFrame Advance Fast Forward SearchSlow Motion Automatic TrackingManual Tracking Display Button Time CounterCommercial Scan Search Button Index SearchGo-To Search Blank SearchTypes of Recordings Recording SpeedsRecording Pause Basic Recording Operating InstructionsRecording While You’re Away VCR Plus+* Recording Standardized VCR Plus+ Channel Numbers for Cable-TVVCR Plus+TM Channel Worksheet Broadcast or Cable TV Station NameVCR Plus+ Channel Number Channel Number You Receive This Station OnSetting a VCR Plus+ Recording Recording While You’re Away VCR Plus+ RecordingRecording While You’re Away Timer Recording Setting a Timer RecordingChecking or Clearing VCR Plus+ or Timer Recordings Timer Recording From the VCR’s Line InputRecording While You’re Away Express Recording XPR Operating InstructionsExpress Display on TV Screen Recording Broadcast Stereo TV or SAP Second Audio Program To Record Stereo Broadcast TV or SAPRecording Audio Only To Record Audio OnlyUsing Two VCRs for Copying and Editing Tapes Copying and Editing Using Compatible RemoteSpecifications Cleaning the VCRLocation of Controls Front PanelBack Panel Display PanelTrouble Checks Trouble Heres what to tryRewind does not operate Limited Warranty Index ADD/REMOVE Channel Menu
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