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Troubleshooting
Most problems with your VCR are addressed in this Troubleshooting section. If you ever have any
problems with the VCR’s general, playback, or recording abilities, refer to this section first.

General Problems

No power
•Check to make sure the VCR is plugged into a working outlet.
•Check to make sure connections between devices are correct and snug.
The VCR does not respond to the remote control
•To put the remote control in VCR-operating mode, press the VCR button first. The remote
control should then operate the VCR.
•Make sure there are no objects between the VCR and the remote control.
•The remote control’s batteries may need changing.
•Remove the remote control’s batteries for at least one minute, then replace. This resets the
factory default settings, which may require reprogramming to operate other components.
The remote control no longer operates an RCA, GE, or Proscan TV
•Press the TV button to put remote control in TV-controlling mode. The remote control
should then operate the TV.
There’s poor quality or no picture for normal TV viewing
•If using RF coaxial cables to connect the VCR to the TV, make sure the VCR indicator is not
displayed on the VCR’s front panel (press the remote control’s TV•VCR button to toggle
between VCR and TV-viewing modes).
If using A/V jacks and cables to connect the VCR to the TV, press the remote control’s INPUT
button when in TV-controlling mode to access the TV’s Video Line Input).
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