Cleaning the video heads
Dirt accumulates on the VCR’s video heads after long periods of use or from playing worn tapes. If you see a streaky or snowy picture during playback, clean the video heads.
Use a good quality VHS video head cleaner, available at most electronic stores, to clean the video heads. Make sure that you follow the instructions that come with the video head cleaner.
Note Clean video heads only when problems occur.
Cleaning the optical lens
If you have followed the instructions in this guide, including the suggestions in the troubleshooting section, and your disc still does not play correctly, you may need to clean the laser’s optical lens. Consult qualified service personnel to have your lens inspected and cleaned.
Cleaning the cabinet
Wipe the front panel and other exterior surfaces of your DVD combo with a soft cloth lightly dampened with lukewarm water.
Never use a solvent or alcohol to clean your DVD combo. Do not spray insecticide near your DVD combo. Such chemicals may cause damage and discoloration to the exposed surfaces.
Checking the IR signal from the remote control
You can use an AM radio or a digital camera to make sure that the remote is sending a signal.
To check the remote control signal with the AM radio:
1Tune an AM radio to a band that is not broadcasting a station.
2Point the remote control at the remote sensor on your DVD combo, then press any button. If the remote control is working correctly, the sound will flutter.
To check the remote control signal with a digital camera:
Tip You can use the digital camera on a cellular phone.
•Point the remote control at the digital camera, then press and hold any button on the remote control. If you can see infrared light through the camera, the remote control is working correctly.