Panasonic VP-31GN manual Before Requesting Service, General, Sound

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Before Requesting Service

Before requesting service, check the following points once again.

General

No power.

≥Connect the AC mains lead securely to mains supply.

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No response when buttons

≥Some operations may be prohibited by the disc.

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pressed.

≥The unit may not be operating properly due to lightning, static electricity or some other

 

 

external factor.

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Reset procedure:

 

 

Press [VHS/DVDÍ] to switch the unit to the standby mode and then back to ON.

 

 

Alternatively, press [VHS/DVDÍ] to switch the unit to the standby mode, disconnect the AC

 

 

mains lead, and wait for 1 minute. Reconnect the AC mains lead.

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No operations can be performed

≥Check the batteries are installed correctly.

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with the remote control.

≥The batteries are depleted: Replace them with new ones.

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≥Point the remote control at the remote control sensor and operate.

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Cannot select alternative

≥This function depends on software availability.

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languages.

≥Try selecting from the disc’s menu if one is available.

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The SETUP menu cannot be

≥Switch [VHS/TV/DVD] to “DVD”.

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accessed.

≥Cancel all program and random play.

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Cannot operate the unit.

≥Switch [VHS/TV/DVD] to an appropriate position.

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Cannot operate the TV.

≥The unit is in timer recording standby (“ ” is on on the unit’s display).

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≥Check the TV maker setting.

 

 

 

 

 

TV reception worsens after

≥This can occur because the signals are being divided between the unit and the TV.

 

connecting the unit.

It can be solved by using a signal booster, available from audio-visual suppliers. Consult

 

 

your dealer if reception does not improve.

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The tape counter isn’t changing.

≥The tape counter does not change while playing unrecorded parts.

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≥The tape is dirty or damaged. Consult your dealer if this is the case.

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No on-screen display.

≥Go to “OPTION” in the VHS MENU, and select “AUTO” for “OSD”.

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≥Go to “Display” in the SETUP menu, and select “On” for “On-Screen Messages”.

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The menu is displayed in a

≥Go to “LANGUAGE” in the VHS MENU, and select the desired language for menus.

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different language.

≥Go to “Disc” in the SETUP menu, and select the preferred language for “Menus”.

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On-Screen Menu Icon is only

≥Press [34] while the rightmost icon is highlighted to move them down.

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partially displayed on the TV.

 

 

 

 

 

Sound

No sound.

≥Check the connections.

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Distorted sound.

≥Check the volume on the equipment you have connected.

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≥Ensure that the input settings on the other equipment are correct.

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≥Turn ADVANCED SURROUND off if it causes distortion.

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≥Output from this unit will be in stereo (2 channels) when ADVANCED SURROUND is on.

 

 

Turn ADVANCED SURROUND off if you are using three or more speakers.

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≥Press [ 1](PLAY) to restore normal play after changing the speed.

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≥Noise may occur when playing WMA files.

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Piercing noise comes from the

≥If you have connected this unit to other equipment through the OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO

 

speakers.

terminal, ensure you have selected the correct settings for “Dolby Digital”, “DTS Digital

 

 

Surround” and “MPEG” in the SETUP menu’s “Audio” menu.

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There is noise when playing a

≥Adjust the tracking.

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video tape.

≥The tape is old or damaged.

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Effects do not work.

≥Dialogue Enhancer and ADVANCED SURROUND do not work when the unit is outputting

 

 

bitstream signals.

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≥ADVANCED SURROUND does not work if you have changed the play speed.

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Recording

The picture is recorded with noise or a blank screen.

Timer recording doesn’t record a programme correctly.

“ ” flashes when I try to start recording. Cannot record.

≥Check the antenna connection to the unit.

≥Check your normal TV picture. If there is no picture, check your antenna. ≥The unit is not correctly tuned. Retune the unit.

≥A1 or A2 has been selected. Select the required TV programme.

≥The playback picture is distorted when recorded in the EP mode using MESECAM system. We recommend PAL system for recording in the EP mode.

≥Check the clock and calendar.

≥Set the channel and start/end times correctly.

≥Be sure to press [TIMER] after programming to put the unit in timer recording standby. ≥Programme times may be overlapped.

≥If the erasure prevention tab has been removed, cover the hole with adhesive tape.

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Contents DVD Player Video Cassette Recorder Contents Accessories For your safetyCondensation may form in the following cases NV-VP31GC Middle East model NV-VP31GCS Asia, Malaysia modelRemote Control VHS Deck and Cassette Tape InformationDisc Information Unit’s Display Control Reference GuideMain Unit Control Reference Guide Remote Control Connections Basic ConnectionsAudio/Video Output Sockets For better video from DVDConnections To enjoy sound through other audio equipmentDigital connection Analog connectionTV Maker Setting Refer to the chart below for the code of your TVOperating the TV Check whether the TV can be operated properlyTuning the TV to Your Unit To change the RF output channelClock SET Setting Up for VHSLanguage DVD Quick Setup Press Enter and then Setup to end the settingsPress 34 to select the item and press Enter TV AspectPress 1PLAY PlaybackInsert a recorded video cassette tape Picture Mode Adjusting the playback picturePlayback Ntsc PlaybackRecording Press CH IJ buttons to select the TV stationPress Speed to select the tape speed Press REC¥ to start recordingOne-Touch Recording OTR RecordingRecording from an external source Tape Refresh FunctionTimer Recording Change the settings with 2Press Timer Press PROG/CHECK Use 34 to move through the itemsTimer Recording To check and cancel a Timer ProgrammeSearch Functions Jet NavigatorPress Navi Press Navi several times to select ProgrammeSearch Functions VHS Index Search System VissPress backward or 9 forward Easy Programme PlaybackSettings Using the On-Screen Display Tuner PresetPress 34 to select Auto Tune Press 2 1 to start Auto Tuning TV/ 2 Press 34 to select the menuSettings Using the On-Screen Display SystemOption To change the audio, press Audio Press DisplayChanging audio Place the disc with the label facing upward Playing Discs-basic playPress OPEN/CLOSE to open the disc tray Chapter Review Playing Discs-basic playPosition Memory function Convenient Functions Starting play from a selected itemSelecting groups to play Quick ReplayConvenient Functions Rotating Pictures Repeat PlayDuring play, press Repeat To repeat playing in the order programmedRandom Play Changing Play SequenceProgram Play Direct Navigator Playing a play listMP3/WMA, CD text and Jpeg Navigating Menus Press TOP MenuPress 34 to select the track or 34 21 to select the picturePress 342 1 to select then press Enter MP3/WMA, CD text and Jpeg Navigating MenusPlaying HighMAT discs To Enjoy Movies and Music More Changing soundtracks, subtitles and anglesDuring play, press Audio Press SubtitleTo Enjoy Movies and Music More Advanced SurroundCinema Variable Zoom functionPress Setup Digital outputSelect Audio tab with 2 Lbelow and press EnterUsing On-Screen Menu Icons Press 2 1 to select the item Change the setting withDisc information To change the position of the iconsMarker Using On-Screen Menu Icons Progress indicatorUnit information Using On-Screen Menu Icons To change the user modeAudio attributes DVD-V RAM Display only Audio/Subtitle languageChanging Settings Entering a password RatingsPress 2 1 to select the menu’s tab Press 34 to select the itemMenus Items Changing SettingsSetup menu One-Touch Dubbing Recording from DVD to VHSManual Dubbing Adding Music to Video Music with PictureSound Before Requesting ServiceGeneral Before Requesting Service Disc playPicture VHS pictureError Messages Self-diagnostic Indications on the unit’s displayDisc picture EditingGlossary 1 chSpecifications Index LanguageNtsc WMA
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