Magnavox CMWC20T6 Owner's Manual

Magnavox CMWC20T6 Owner's Manual Manual pdf 32 page image

32ENTROUBLESHOOTING GUIDEIf the unit does not perform properly when operated as instructed in this Owner’s Manual, check the followingguide for the possible remedy of a problem before contacting the Customer Service. Sometimes a perfor-mance problem can be easily solved by checking seemingly apparent but often overlooked possibilities. Itcould save your time and money.No powerNo operation by remote controlPoor or no picturePoor or no picture in playbackPoor or no soundCannot go into recording modeTimer recording does not workor results in failurePicture or color fades in and outwhen copying a videotapeSYMPTOM POSSIBLE REMEDY PAGE• Make sure the power plug is connected to an AC outlet.• (In case of power failure) Check the breaker.• Check if the batteries are weak or inserted incorrectly.Replace weak batteries and insert with their polarities (+/-signs) as indicated.• Aim the remote control at the remote sensor and operatewithin 23 feet (7 m) of the unit.• Remove all obstacles to clear the path of the infrared signal.• Refer to the infrared signal.• Select the correct mode to operate by pressing [SELECT].• The operable range from the unit is 10 feet (3m) within 15˚.• Check if antenna or cable is connected properly.• Check for the broken pin or wire of antenna cable.• Check for source of reception disturbance.• Press [SELECT] to select the correct mode.• Perform channel scanning to memorize available TV channels.• Try another channel. If OK, then possible station problem.• Adjust picture control (COLOR/CONTRAST/BRIGHT etc.).• Check for magnetism from nearby appliances and trydegaussing.• Adjust tracking control.• Try video head cleaning.• The videotape may be old or worn. Replace with new one.• Adjust volume control using [VOL. X / Y].• Try another channel. If OK, then possible station problem.• Check if the unit is in Still mode or Slow motion playback.If so, press [PLAY B] to return to normal playback.• Make sure the cassette has an erase-prevention tab. If neces-sary, cover the hole with plastic tape.• Make sure the begin/end time is set correctly.• Make sure the power is off to activate timer recording.• Check if the unit’s clock is set to current time and date.• The program may contain copy protection signals that restrictscopying.• The timer setting overlapped with another setting has priority.• Check if the tape reached the end during recording.• Check if the power failure during recording.• You cannot copy a copyrighted videotape. You are experienc-ing copy guard protection.9--7----349--6----913--9--1534------1515191910--20----21TV/VCR modeGeneral