Other Information
Recording Problems
Recording cannot be performed.
Make sure the Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording. If not, slide the tab. Some tapes have removable tabs. If the tab has been removed, cover the hole with adhesive tape.
If DSC is selected, it isn’t possible to record onto the tape. Press REFRESH for approximately 1 second to select VIDEO.
Recording does not start.
The camcorder Power Switch has not been set to A or M (see page 12).
Animation or Time-Lapse is not available.
Before recording in the Animation mode at the very beginning of a tape, set the camcorder to the Recording mode for about 5 seconds, so that the tape runs smoothly. Using the
Playback Problems
The tape is running, but there is no playback picture.
The TV has not been set to its VIDEO input channel.
If Audio/Video connection is used, the TV’s VIDEO/TV switch has not been set to
VIDEO.
Playback can’t be performed.
If DSC is selected, it isn’t possible to play a tape. Press REFRESH for approximately 1 second to select VIDEO.
Playback picture is blurred or interrupted.
The video heads are dirty or worn out. Consult your nearest RCA authorized service center for head cleaning or replacement.
The tape stops during fast-forward or rewind.
The Counter Memory Function has been activated (see page 49).
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