DECK & Cassette Information
Head Cleaning
Playing older or damaged tapes may eventually cause video heads to become clogged.
Video Head Clog Sensor
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clogging is | detected. | N EED | CLE | A N I NG | |||
To remove | screen, |
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| CLE | A N I NG | CASSE | TT E | |||
press PLAY | on the | OR | REFER | T O | MANUAL | ||
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remote | or DECK. |
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•Use “dry” type head cleaning cassette only. (Part No.
•Follow cleaning tape instructions carefully. Excessive use of tape can shorten head life.
•If head clog symptoms persist, contact your nearest Factory Servicenter or authorized Servicenter (see p. 56).
Prevent Accidental Tape Erasure
Break off the tab to prevent recording.
Record Tab
Screw driver
To record again
Cover the hole
with cellophane tape.
Built-in Head Cleaner
A clean video head helps produce a clear picture.
So, we have equipped your DECK with
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•This feature is preventative only, If your video heads are seriously clogged, consider the use of a chemical
or take your DECK to a Servicenter.
Record/ Playback Time
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Tape Speed |
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| SP | 1 | Hour | 2 | Hours |
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Cleaning DECK |
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Use a soft cloth or dusting attachment of a vacuum cleaner to | remove dust from the ventilation | holes |
on the back sides and bottom of the cabinet. Plastic surfaces are easily scratched and can be |
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marred by alcohol and various solvents. Avoid excessive use | of | since |
the materials used in the cabinet will accumulate more dust. We recommend using a | ||
antistatic cleaner and polisher. |
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Features for a Quality Picture (VCR)
Digital Auto | Picture |
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Automatically controls the video | output signal for less noise depending on the tape condition. | ||||||
Digital Auto | Tracking |
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Continuously analyzes the signal and adjusts for optimum picture quality. |
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Manual Tracking | Control |
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(to reduce picture | noise) |
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Use during Playback and Slow Motion mode to reduce picture noise. |
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Press CH | (TRACKING) | / | on the remote control or on DECK | until the picture clears up. | |||
To return to | Auto Tracking, |
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In Still mode, | CH (TRACKING) | |
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operate as a V-Lock control.
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