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Trouble check
If you run into any problem using the VCR, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem.
Should the difficulty persist, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer or local
authorized Sony service facility.
VCR
Power
Symptom
The power is not on.
The battery pack is quickly discharged.
Operation
Symptom
The tape does not move when a tape
transport button is pressed.
The tape does not start.
The cassette cannot be removed from
the holder.
{ and 6 indicators flash and no function
except for cassette ejection works.
"CLOCK SET" appears when the VCR is
turned on.
70
Cause and/or corrective actions
• The AC adaptor/charger is not connected to a wall outlet.
m Connect the AC adaptor/charger to a wall outlet. (p. 7)
• The battery pack is not installed.
m Install the battery pack. (p. 14)
• The battery is dead.
m Use a charged battery pack. (p. 14)
• The ambient temperature is too low. (p. 64)
• The battery pack has not been charged fully.
m Charge the battery pack again. (p. 14)
• The battery pack is completely dead, and cannot be recharged.
m Use another battery pack. (p. 13)
Cause and/or corrective actions
• The POWER switch is set to OFF.
m Set it to ON. (p. 9)
• The tape has run out.
m Rewind the tape or use a new one. (p. 9)
• The tape is stuck to the drum.
m Eject the cassette. (p. 8)
• The tape has run out.
m Rewind the tape or use a new one. (p. 9)
• The tab on the cassette is out (red).
m Use a new tape or slide the tab. (p. 8)
• The AC adaptor/charger is not connected to a wall outlet.
m Connect the AC adaptor/charger to a wall outlet. (p. 7)
• The battery is dead.
m Use a charged battery pack or the AC adaptor/charger. (p.
7, 14)
• Moisture condensation has occurred.
m Remove the cassette and leave the VCR for at least 1 hour.
(p. 65)
• Reset the date and time. (p. 61)