Memorex MVD4540B Problems and troubleshooting, Symptoms Possible Solutions DVD/VCR, Vcr

Problems and troubleshooting

Use the following check list for troubleshooting when you have problems with your unit. Consult your local dealer or service outlet if problems persist.

Be sure all connections are properly made when using with other units.

SYMPTOMS POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS

DVD/VCR

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	• Make sure the power cord is plugged in.	5
DVD/VCR does not operate.	• Try another AC outlet.	–
	• Power is off, check fuse or circuit breaker.	–
	• Unplug unit, then plug it back in.	5
	• Select the DVD or VCR mode before operating.	18,34
	• Antenna connection is not correct or antenna cable is disconnected.	12~15
	• The video channel is not in the correct position or the TV is not	18
No picture.	set to the video channel 3 or 4.
	• Check the unit is connected correctly.	12~17
	• The video input selector of the TV is not set to VIDEO. Set to	–
	VIDEO (or equivalent).
	• Channel is set to the external mode.	–
	• Check the unit is connected correctly.	12~17
No sound.	• Check the input selector of the amplifier is set properly.	–
	• The unit is in the Special playback mode.	24,36
	• Aim at the remote control at the remote sensor.
The remote control does not	• Operate within Approx. 5 Meters or reduce the light in the room.
	• Clear the path of the beam.	11
function.
	• The batteries are weak. Replace the batteries.
	• Check the batteries are inserted correctly.
No CATV reception.	• Check all CATV connections.	14,15
	• Station or CATV system problems, try another station.
VCR
TV recording does not work.	• The erase prevention tab of the video cassette is broken off.	22,26
	• The unit is in the external input mode.
Timer recording does not work.	• The time is not set correctly.	19
	• The recording start/end time is not set correctly.	29
	• TIMER REC has not been pressed ( is not lit).	29
	• Tracking adjustment beyond range of automatic tracking circuit.	24
Noise bars on screen.	Try Manual tracking adjustment.
	• Video heads are dirty.	55
	• The tape is worn or damaged.	–

DVD

Display is not shown in your	• Select proper language in the menu options.
language.
Playback doesn’t start.	• No disc is inserted.
	• The disc may be dirty. Clean up the disc.
	• The unit cannot play DVD-ROMs, etc.
Stopping playback, search, slow-
motion play, repeat play, or	• Some discs may not do some of the functions.
program play, etc. cannot be
performed.

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