Panasonic Omnivision PV-M2738 - Before Requesting Service

Before Requesting Service
Check the following points once again if you are having trouble with your Combination VCR.
1 Power
Correction
No power...
• Completely insert the Power Plug into an AC wall outlet.
• Set the POWER button to ON.
1 Monitor Correction
No picture or sound...
• Make sure your antenna or cable system is connected to the Combination
VCR. (P. 5)
• Check that the power plug is completely plugged into an AC outlet.
• Check that the POWER button is set to on.
Poor picture with normal sound...
• Adjust the BRIGHT, SHARPNESS, and PICTURE controls in the SET UP TV
menu. (P.11)
Poor sound with normal picture...
• Adjust the VOLUME control. (P.11)
Poor TV reception...
• Adjust the SHARPNESS and PICTURE controls in the SET UP TV menu.
(P.11)
No color or poor color...
• Adjust the TINT and COLOR controls in the SET UP TV menu. (P.11)
Ghost (multiple) images...
• Install a directional antenna.
TV programs cannot be watched...
• Make sure that the channel being received is in the Combination VCR's
memory. (P. 8)
Channel can not be selected...
• The design of this unit is such that only the channel being recorded can be
viewed.
1 VCR
Correction
TV program cannot be recorded...
• Make sure your antenna or cable system is connected to the Combination
VCR. (P. 5)
• Make sure that the record tab is intact on the cassette. (P. 25)
Stereo or SAP broadcasts cannot be
recorded...
• This unit is not designed for stereo/SAP broadcast recording.
Timer recording cannot be
performed...
• Set the recording Start/Stop time correctly. (P.10-19)
• Timer recording may not be performed or continued if a power interruption of
more than 1 minute occurs before or during a Timer Recording, after power is
restored.
No playback picture, or the playback
picture is noisy or contains streaks...
• Adjust the TRACKING control In either direction. (P.15)
VCR cannot be controlled...
• Make sure that VCR LOCK is set to off. (P. 20)
Remote Control
Correction
Combination VCR cannot be
controlled...
• Aim the Remote Control directly at the remote sensor on the Combination
VCR. (P. 7)
• Avoid all obstacles which may interfere with the signal path.
• Inspect the remote batteries for possible replacement. (P, 4)
• Make sure that VCR LOCK Is set to off. (P. 20)
• Exposing the Combination VCR remote sensor to direct fluorescent or outdoor
light may cause signal interference.
Miscellaneous
Correction
Video cassette cannot be inserted...
• Insert the cassette window side up; record tab facing you.
Video cassette cannot be removed... • Check that the power plug is completely plugged into an AC outlet.
Eject does not function or insertion
cannot be done...
• Turn the POWER off and then on, and try ejecting or inserting the tape again.
Video cassette ejects when a
recording is started, or the power is
turned off for timer recording...
• Make sure the record tab is intact on the cassette. (P. 25)
In stop mode, the VCR motor
(CYLINDER) continues to rotate...
• To enable the quick play mechanism, the VCR cylinder wiil rotate for about 5
minutes. This reduces response time from Stop to Play mode and from Play to
Rewind Search mode.
VCR cannot be controlled...
• Make sure that VCR LOCK is set to off. (P. 20)
If you cannot resolve the problem, please call the Customer Satisfaction Center for product
assistance at 201-348-9090.
To locate an authorized servicenter call toll free 1-800-211-PANA(7262).