Cleaning the video heads
When the video heads are dirty, mosaic-like noise will? Do not rewind the cleaning tape at any interim point
appear here and there when tapes are played backwhile it is playing. When it reaches the end, rewind it
and/or a bluish tone will permeate entire images.and use it again in the same way from the start.
Very dirty heads cause a deterioration in the recording? If the heads become dirty again immediately after
capability and at worst, they will make it impossible tothey have been cleaned, it may mean that the condi-
record altogether.tion of cleaning tape itself has deteriorated. Stop
using the tape immediately.
Factors that make the heads dirty? Excessive use of cleaning tapes will result in head
? High concentrations of dust in the atmosphere
wear. When the heads are worn, images will not be
? High-temperature and high-humidity environmentsplayed back clearly even immediately after the heads
? Tape damage
have been cleaned.
? Prolonged use? If the dirty heads do not become any cleaner even
when a cleaning tape is used, you will need to have
Use a cleaning cassette tape!your dealer arrange for your camera-recorder to be
1Insert a cleaning tape into the camera-recorder
and set the POWER lever to the ON position.cleaned and/or repaired. Consult your dealer if this
happens.
2Press the MODE button, and check that the VCR
lamp has lighted.Periodic inspections
To ensure that you will be able to view good-quality
3Press the q button, then ten seconds later pressimages, it is recommended that you replace the video
the g button. heads and any other worn parts every 2,000 hours or
(Do not rewind the tape at this time.)so of use.
(However, this period will differ significantly depending
4Remove the cleaning tape, proceed with record-on the temperature, humidity, dust and other factors in
ing and playback as a trial on another tape andthe operating environment.)
check the resulting images.
5If the images are not clear, repeat steps 1 to 4.
(Do not use the cleaning tape more than 4 times
in one go.)
Maintenance cautions
Do not use benzine or paint thinners for maintenance purposes.
? Using benzine or paint thinners may deform the camera-recorder and/or cause the surface finish to peel off.
? Before proceeding with maintenance, remove the battery or disconnect the AC cord from the power outlet.
? Use a soft, clean cloth to wipe the camera-recorder. To remove stubborn dirt, wipe the camera-recorder with a
cloth moistened with kitchen detergent that has been diluted with water and then use a dry cloth to take up the
remaining moisture.
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