Panasonic DMR-EZ49VEB manual General Issues USB, Playback Issues Picture

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Troubleshooting Guide

General Issues: USB

The contents of the USB memory cannot be read.

¾Remove the USB memory from the USB port and then insert again. If this does not solve the problem, turn off and turn on the unit again.

¾Check that the USB memory is inserted correctly. (> 7)

¾The format of the USB memory or of its contents is not compatible with the unit. (The contents on the USB memory may be damaged.) (> 17, 18)

¾The USB memory contains a folder structure and/or file extensions that are not compatible with this unit. (> 18)

¾Turn off and then turn on the unit again.

¾USB memories connected using a USB extension cable or a USB hub may not be recognized by this unit.

¾Some USB memories cannot be used with this unit. (> 17)

¾If inserted during playback, recording or copying etc., the USB memory may not be recognized by this unit.

Playback Issues: Picture

The images from this unit do not appear on the TV. Picture is distorted.

¾Make sure the connections are pushed in firmly. (> 10, 11, 12, 75, 76, 77)

¾Try connecting an alternative cable.

¾Make sure recorder is connected to an appropriate AV input of the TV. (> 10, 11, 12, 75, 76, 77)

¾Make sure the TV’s input setting (e.g., AV1) is correct.

¾The TV isn’t compatible with RGB signals.

Set “AV1 Output” in the Setup menu to “Video”. (> 71)

¾The unit’s “TV System” setting differs from the TV system used by the disc now playing. While stopped, keep pressing [∫] and [< OPEN/CLOSE] on the main unit for 5 or more seconds.

The system switches from PAL to NTSC or vice versa. (> 70)

¾When this unit is connected with an HDMI cable, use a disc that matches with this unit’s TV system.

¾Picture may not be seen when more than 4 devices are connected with HDMI cables.

Reduce the number of connected devices.

Television reception worsens or becomes impossible after connecting the unit.

¾This can occur because the signals are being divided between the unit and other equipment. It can be solved by using a signal booster, available from electronics retailers.

¾Broadcast signals may not be output from this unit’s RF OUT terminal. Select “On” in “RF OUT ( Aerial Signal )” in the Setup menu. (> 72)

Picture does not appear during timer recording.

¾Timer recordings work regardless of whether the unit is on or off. To confirm the timer recording is going to work properly, turn the unit on.

The screen changes automatically.

¾When “Screen Saver” in the Setup menu is set to “On”, the display may turn to the screen saver mode automatically if there is no operation for 5 minutes or more. Press [OK] to return to the previous screen.

Set “Screen Saver” in the Setup menu to “Off” to turn off the screen saver function. (> 69)

The 4:3 aspect ratio picture expands left and right. Screen size is wrong.

¾If you connect an HDMI cable, set “Aspect for 4:3 Video” in the Setup menu to “16:9”. (> 70)

¾Check the settings for “TV Aspect” in the Setup menu. (> 70)

It may be possible to adjust the display mode on the TV. Refer to your television’s operating instructions.

Titles recorded with 16:9 aspect are stretched vertically.

¾16:9 aspect programmes are recorded in 4:3 aspect in the following cases.

–[-R][-R]DL][-RW‹V›]If you recorded or copied using “EP” or “FR (recordings 5 hours or longer)” recording mode.

–If you recorded or copied to a +R, +R DL or +RW.

It may be possible to adjust the display mode on the TV. Refer to your television’s operating instructions.

There is a lot of after-image when playing video.

¾Set “Playback NR” in the Picture menu to “Off”. (> 63)

There is no apparent change in picture quality when making adjustments in the Picture menu using the on-screen display.

¾The effect cannot be seen with certain types of video.

Cannot see the beginning of the title played.

¾(If connecting to a TV that supports VIERA Link with an HDMI cable)

When [1] (PLAY) is pressed on this unit’s remote control, but you may not be able to see the beginning of the title played until the picture is displayed on the TV. Using [:], return to the beginning of the title.

The picture is distorted during play, or video will not play correctly.

¾You may be playing a TV programme recorded with poor reception or unfavourable weather conditions.

¾The picture may be distorted or a black screen may appear briefly between recorded titles in the following situations:

–between titles recorded with different recording modes.

–between scenes recorded with different aspect ratios.

–between scenes recorded with different resolutions.

–between playlist chapters.

¾Make sure the connections are pushed in firmly. (> 10, 11, 12, 75, 76, 77)

¾Try connecting an alternative cable.

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Contents Example About descriptions in these operating instructionsRegion number supported by this unit ≥ Connection with Hdmi terminal ≥ Deep Colour Digital SwitchoverEasy access to various functions How to replace the fuse Before useSafety Precautions Table of ContentsAdvanced Editing Setting MenusOther Settings ReferenceUsing the remote control Remote Control Information/Unit CareRemote Control Information Unit CareMedia Handling Remote Control Location of Parts/ControlsRear Panel Unit’s DisplayMain Unit This unit Connecting to a Television onlyBasic Connection Pin Scart terminalTo view digital satellite programmes Connecting AC mains lead includedWhen the unit is not to be used for a long time To record digital satellite programmesDigital Satellite receiver Connecting with a Panasonic TV VieraThis case, make sure to switch the television input to AV AV2 EXT AV1TVTo cancel Auto-Setup Setting the Channels and ClockWhen setup has completed, the confirmation screen appears PreparationButtons to enter your choice of a 4 to change the settingPress the numbered Digit PIN numberRecording Modes and Durations Disc HandlingUsable Discs for Recording and Playback Types of disc for the type of connected TV Play-only DiscsDiscs that Cannot be Played USB Memory Handling USB memories you can use on this unitStill Picture JPEG§2 Information Music files and Still Pictures JpegMP3 File Information RDL CDTo select desired channel Watching Television to turn the unit on  TV To directly enter ChannelsStopping Play PlaybackTo select the DVD drive 2, 1 to select an item, then OKInsert a cassette Stopping Play Pausing PlayTo select the VHS drive Playing a Video CassetteInsert a disc or video cassette Pausing Recording Stopping RecordingRecording Television Programmes To start recording4, 2, 1 to select the future programme, then OK Timer RecordingWhat is FREEVIEWTM? ProgrammingTo copy without finalising Copying Titles One Touch CopyPress and hold for about 3 seconds Copying Titles VHS J DVDRAM -R -RDL -RW‹V› -RW‹VR› +R +RDL +RW VHS Preparation ≥When you start copying from the selected titleCopying Titles or Playlists DVD J VHS To copy from a finalised disc4, 2, 1 to select the title, then Pause Deleting Titles4 to select Delete, then OK 4 to select Video, then OK To select Delete, then OKBroadcast in multi-channel sound Copy-onceRecording VHS Recording Modes and Durations Advanced RecordingDVD Recording Modes and Durations To select Yes, then OK Repeatedly until the desired timeIs reached Press and hold for about 1 secondFlexible Recording 4 to select Others, then OK4, 2, 1 to select the title to play, then OK Playing while you are recordingConnected Recording from a Digital Satellite ReceiverSatellite receiver you have To select the DVD or VHS DriveRecording from an External Device 1 to move through the items To set the items Advanced Timer Recording4 to select New Timer Programme, then OK To select Stop Recording, then OK2, 1 to make changes If the Overlapped Timer Recording screen appearsPROG/CHECK then 3, 4 to select Programme Then OKStart and end of recording is controlled by TV Make timer programming on the TV  to turn the unit offMaking timer recordings on the television Guide Plus+ system What is the Guide Plus+ system?Using the Guide Plus+ list View advertisement4 to select Free Word Yellow to displayList of categories Search, then OKAdvanced Disc Playback 4, 2, 1 to select the title you want to watch, then OK4 to select the time, then OK Twice to Jet Search forward. twice to Jet Search in reverse Advanced Video Cassette PlaybackTo fast-forward the tape. to rewind the tape More secondsPress and hold until the shaking stops Press and hold until the picture noise disappearsCH simultaneously Press and hold for about 5 or More secondsPlaying Music files and Still Pictures Jpeg 2, 1 to select Set, then Show Album View screen2, 1 to select an album Playing still pictures2, 1 to select the picture To select Zoom in, then OK4 to select Rotate Right or Rotate LEFT, then OK 4 to select Properties, thenWith the unit stopped Convenient FunctionsFunction Menu Display Change which drive is usedPress and hold ¥ Direct TV REC for 1 second What is Viera Link Hdavi Control? VIERALinkWhat is Q Link? QLink ≥This unit supports Hdavi Control 5 functionEasy control only with Viera remote control 4 to select Audio Description, then OK Information MessagesTo show the screen information 4 to select Audio Description 1 to select Auto, then ReturnStatus Several times to cycle through available displays Entering TextTo change the category Entering textTitle Operations Accessing the Title ViewTitles-Editing Refer to Title Operations rightPress 1 Play to start play Set up Protection/Cancel Protection RAM +R +RDL +RWPartial Delete Press OK at the point you want to use asChapter Operations Accessing the Chapter ViewChapters-Creating and Editing Creating Playlists Accessing the Playlist ViewCreating, Editing and Playing Playlists Editing Playlists/ChaptersChapter Operations EditChapter View Album still picture/Picture Operations Accessing the Album still picture/Picture ViewStill Pictures-Editing Properties RAM -R -RDL CD USB Deleting still pictures using Delete NavigatorSet up Protection/Cancel Protection 5a Press 3, 4, 2, 1 to select the item, then press Delete ¢Copying Titles or Playlists Copying Titles VHS DVDRegister titles and playlists for copy Cancel all registered copying setting and listsCopying Titles or Playlists DVD VHS DVD-V VHS When the top menu is displayedCopying list icons and functions Press 3, 4, 2, 1 to select the title you want to startMenu is automatically displayed Copying Still PicturesRAM RAM Register still pictures for copyPress and hold Return for 3 seconds To select another folderSetting On-Screen Display Accessing the On-Screen DisplayCopy NR Picture Menu RAM -R -RDL -RW‹V› +R +RDL +RW DVD-V -RW‹VR›Playback NR Sound MenuAccessing the Management Menus DVD ManagementFinalising RDL -RW‹V› +R +RDL Create Top Menu +RWAccessing the Setup Menu Setup MenuChannel Settings Signal Condition DVB Auto Setup by Signal Quality DVB Auto Setup by RegionDVB Manual Tuning Signal StrengthPlayback/Recording and Picture Settings Sound and Display Settings Connection Settings VHS Settings System Settings Software Update Search Now System UpdateSoftware Update in Standby Default SettingsChild Lock Other SettingsUsing the Unit’s Remote Control to Operate the TV Additional Connections Adding an Amplifer or Receiver Using an Audio Cable not includedUsing an Optical Digital Audio Cable not included Insert fully with this side up Do not bend cable sharplyReceiver Discs Frequently Asked QuestionsSetup Guide Plus+What can or cannot be done using the USB port on this unit? Mpeg PCMMessages On the Unit’s DisplayOn the TV Troubleshooting Guide To Reset This UnitGeneral Issues Power General Issues DisplaysGeneral Issues Operation General IssuesGeneral Issues DVB-T General Issues USB Playback Issues PicturePlayback Issues Sound Playback Issues OperationPlayback Issues VHS Sound Playback Issues MusicPlayback Issues VHS Picture Playback Issues VHS PlayRecording Issues VHS Recording Cannot format Editing IssuesCopying, deleting, and setting protection takes a long time Cannot delete chaptersSpecifications DVD-R SLGlossary Sampling frequency Signal QualityProtection ThumbnailThis Unit is Intended for USE in Moderate Climates For business users in the European Union Index
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