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VCR Care and Servicing
The VCR is fairly self-servicing, but you'll want to keep an eye on a few things as you go. In addition, you
may sometimes have troubles with your VCR. We offer some suggestions for care to prevent problems,
ways to troubleshoot, and places to contact when you cannot solve the problems yourself.
Routine Cleaning
Head Cleaning
The heads are tiny mechanisms in the VCR that pick up the video signal as a videotape passes over
them. In time, a residue of electromagnetic dust builds up on the heads because of contact with the tape.
This dust interferes with the signal being picked up.
Your Hitachi VCR automatically cleans the video heads whenever a cassette is loaded or ejected and
when a cassette is already inside the VCR when you turn the power off. It also self-cleans during fast-
forward and reverse play. You will hear a mechanical sound during auto head cleaning.
Even with the auto head cleaning system, dirt can build up on the heads. If the picture is blurry during
playback, or is occasionally interrupted or blanks out, try playing different cassettes to see whether you
get the same picture problems.
If the picture problems persist, the heads may need to be cleaned professionally. Consult your VCR
dealer for the name of trained service technician near you.
Periodic Maintenance
Your Hitachi VCR is a precision electro mechanical device which requires professional maintenance after
a period of normal use.
Usually no maintenance other than head cleaning is required during the warranty period, unless the VCR
is used either heavily or infrequently. Defective parts are covered during the warranty period, but normal
maintenance is your responsibility.
Consult your VCR service center to find out what they recommend as normal maintenance based on your
location, how you use the VCR, and the age of the machine.