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Timer recording is not complete or did not start
from the beginning.
, There was a power failure during recording.
, The recorder’s internal clock stopped due to a
power failure. The clock is automatically set by
EDS, but it is reset during a power failure when
the EDS signal cannot be received (page 99).
Reset the clock (page 99).
, The program that starts first has priority and the
second program starts recording only after the
first program has finished. If the programs start
at the same time, the program listed first in the
menu has priority (page 52).
, There is not enough disc space for the recording.
The c indicator flashes after timer recording is
set.
, Insert a recordable disc (page 30).
, Insert a disc with enough space for the recording.
, The disc has 99 or more titles, which prevents
further recording.
, The disc is protected (page 70).
The SYNCHRO REC indicator flashes after
Synchro-Recording is set.
, Insert a recordable disc (page 30).
, Insert a disc with enough space for the recording.
, The disc has 99 or more titles, which prevents
further recording.
, The disc is protected (page 70).
Contents previously recorded were erased.
, Data that has been recorded on a DVD with a PC
will be erased from the disc when the disc is
inserted.
VCR Playback
The playback picture does not appear on the TV
screen.
,
Make sure the TV is set to the channel for the VCR.
If a monitor is used, set it to video input.
The picture is not clear.
, Adjust the tracking by the TRACKING +/–
buttons.
, The video heads are dirty (see page 115). Clean
the video heads using a Sony video head cleaning
cassette. If a Sony cleaning cassette is not
available in your area, have the heads cleaned at
your nearest Sony dealer (a standard service fee
will be charged). Do not use a commercially
available liquid type cleaning cassette, as it may
damage the video heads.
, The video heads may have to be replaced.
Consult your local Sony dealer for more
information.
, The tape is defective.
The picture rolls vertically during picture
search.
, Adjust the vertical hold control on the TV or
monitor.
The picture has no sound.
, The tape is defective.
, Check the audio cord connection.
A tape cannot be inserted.
, Check that a tape is not already in the tape
compartment.
VCR Recording
The channel cannot be changed from the one
you are recording.
, Set the TV’s input source to “TV.”
No TV program appears on the TV screen.
,
Make sure the TV is set to the channel for the VCR.
If a monitor is used, set it to video input.
,
Select the correct source with the CH +/– or
INPUT SELECT buttons. Select a channel number
when recording TV programs; select “LINE1” or
“LINE2” when recording from other equipment.
TV reception is poor.
, Adjust the TV antenna.
The tape starts playing as soon as it is
inserted.
, The safety tab has been removed. To record on
this tape, cover the tab hole.