Hitachi VT-M282A Portable DVD Player User Manual


 
VCR Care and Servicing
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VCR Care and Servicing
You are advised 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 electromechanical 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.
• If the VCR Doesn't Work Right
Many operational problems are easily remedied by reviewing the instructions in this manual and
trying out some different controls and settings.
The chart on the facing page covers the more common problems that new VCR owners
encounter.
Don't Attempt Repairs Yourself