Panasonic VP-31GN manual Before Requesting Service, Disc play, Picture, VHS picture

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Before Requesting Service

Disc play

Play doesn’t start (or stops

≥Condensation has formed: Wait 1 to 2 hours for it to evaporate.

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immediately) when you press

≥This unit cannot play discs other than those listed in these operating instructions.

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[ 1] (PLAY).

≥This unit cannot play DVD-Video with a region number other than “2, 3”, “ALL” or multiple

 

 

region numbers including “2, 3”.

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≥The disc may be dirty and may require cleaning.

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≥Ensure that the disc is installed with the label of the side to be played facing upwards.

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≥Check that the DVD-RAM has something recorded on it.

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No menu play.

≥This function depends on software availability.

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No subtitles.

≥This function depends on software availability.

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≥Subtitles are cleared from the TV. Display the subtitles.

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≥Subtitle’s position is wrong. Adjust the position.

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Soundtrack and/or subtitle

≥This function depends on software availability.

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language is not the one selected

 

 

with the SETUP menu.

 

 

 

 

 

Cannot change angle.

≥This function depends on software availability. Even if a disc has a number of angles

 

 

recorded, these angles may be recorded for specific scenes only.

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Folders deeper than the eighth

≥Folders deeper than the eighth layer are displayed as if there were in the eighth layer.

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layer on a data CD are not

 

 

displayed correctly.

 

 

 

 

 

You have forgotten your ratings

≥While stopped and “DVD” is the source, press and hold [REW6] (VHS), [PLAY1]

 

password.

(DVD) and [OPEN/CLOSE<] on the unit for about 3 seconds until “Initialized” disappears

 

Reset all the settings to Factory

from the TV. Turn the unit off and on again.

 

Preset.

All settings will return to the default values.

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The progressive out indicator

≥Go to “Video” in the SETUP menu, and select “Enable (NTSC Disc Only)” in “Progressive

 

does not light.

Out (Component)”.

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The unit doesn’t play the data

≥Reload the disc for the setting to be effective. Press [OPEN/CLOSE<] to open the tray,

 

type (MP3/WMA or JPEG)

then press [ 1](PLAY) to start play.

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selected in “Mixed Disc – Audio

 

 

& Stills” in the SETUP menu.

 

 

 

 

 

Picture

No picture.

≥Check the connection.

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≥Make sure the TV is on.

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≥Ensure the video exclusive channel (or AV input) is selected.

 

 

Also adjust the channel on the TV. (Also refer to the instructions for the TV.)

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The picture shown on the TV is

≥Go to “Video” in the SETUP menu, and change “TV Aspect” to suit your TV.

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not normal.

≥Change the aspect of TV to the correct one.

 

(The sides of the picture are cut

If your TV cannot change the aspect when input is progressive,

 

off, the picture is stretched

try changing “4:3 Aspect” with the on-screen menu icons. If the problem still persists, press

 

horizontally, or black bands

[PROGRESSIVE] to cancel the progressive output.

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appear at the top and bottom of

≥Turn off the zooming feature of your TV if you are using Variable Zoom.

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the screen.)

≥Ensure that the unit is connected directly to the TV, and is not connected through an A/V

 

 

selector or other equipment.

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≥Connect to the component video input terminals on a 480P compatible TV (Video will not

 

 

be displayed correctly if connected to an incompatible TV).

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The picture on the TV disappears

≥Mobile telephone chargers can cause some disturbance.

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or stripes appear on the screen.

≥The TV antenna cable is too close to the unit. Separate the antenna cable of the TV from

 

 

the unit.

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The SETUP menu and other

≥The unit and TV are using different video systems.

 

screens shown on the TV are

Use a multi-system or PAL TV.

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displayed incorrectly.

 

 

Colours appear faded.

 

 

 

 

 

VHS picture

The picture is noisy or is in black

≥Adjust the tracking.

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and white.

≥The TV has not been tuned to the unit. Tune the TV to the unit.

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Horizontal bars or lines run

≥Make sure the TV’s input setting is correct.

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down the screen.

≥The video heads are dirty: clean them with a head-cleaning cassette.

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≥The video heads are worn: consult your dealer.

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≥The tape is old or damaged.

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≥You cannot correctly play tapes recorded with other systems.

 

 

Go to “OPTION” and change “NTSC PB SELECT” to suit the recording.

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The blue back appears during

≥You are playing a blank or poor quality part of the tape.

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play.

≥You can damage the unit if you play dirty or damaged tapes and this can cause the blue

 

 

back to appear. Consult your dealer.

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The picture jiggles.

≥Adjust the vertical hold.

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≥Adjust the TVs vertical hold. Refer to your TV’s operating instructions.

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Contents DVD Player Video Cassette Recorder Contents For your safety AccessoriesCondensation may form in the following cases NV-VP31GC Middle East model NV-VP31GCS Asia, Malaysia modelVHS Deck and Cassette Tape Information Remote ControlDisc Information Control Reference Guide Main UnitUnit’s Display Control Reference Guide Remote Control Basic Connections ConnectionsAudio/Video Output Sockets For better video from DVDTo enjoy sound through other audio equipment ConnectionsDigital connection Analog connectionRefer to the chart below for the code of your TV TV Maker SettingOperating the TV Check whether the TV can be operated properlyTo change the RF output channel Tuning the TV to Your UnitSetting Up for VHS LanguageClock SET Press Enter and then Setup to end the settings DVD Quick SetupPress 34 to select the item and press Enter TV AspectPlayback Insert a recorded video cassette tapePress 1PLAY Adjusting the playback picture Picture ModePlayback Ntsc PlaybackPress CH IJ buttons to select the TV station RecordingPress Speed to select the tape speed Press REC¥ to start recordingRecording One-Touch Recording OTRRecording from an external source Tape Refresh FunctionChange the settings with 2 Timer RecordingPress Timer Press PROG/CHECK Use 34 to move through the itemsTo check and cancel a Timer Programme Timer RecordingJet Navigator Search FunctionsPress Navi Press Navi several times to select ProgrammeVHS Index Search System Viss Search FunctionsPress backward or 9 forward Easy Programme PlaybackTuner Preset Settings Using the On-Screen DisplayPress 34 to select Auto Tune Press 2 1 to start Auto Tuning TV/ 2 Press 34 to select the menuSystem Settings Using the On-Screen DisplayOption Press Display Changing audioTo change the audio, press Audio Playing Discs-basic play Press OPEN/CLOSE to open the disc trayPlace the disc with the label facing upward Playing Discs-basic play Position Memory functionChapter Review Starting play from a selected item Convenient FunctionsSelecting groups to play Quick ReplayRepeat Play Convenient Functions Rotating PicturesDuring play, press Repeat To repeat playing in the order programmedChanging Play Sequence Program PlayRandom Play Playing a play list Direct NavigatorPress TOP Menu MP3/WMA, CD text and Jpeg Navigating MenusPress 34 to select the track or 34 21 to select the pictureMP3/WMA, CD text and Jpeg Navigating Menus Playing HighMAT discsPress 342 1 to select then press Enter Changing soundtracks, subtitles and angles To Enjoy Movies and Music MoreDuring play, press Audio Press SubtitleAdvanced Surround To Enjoy Movies and Music MoreCinema Variable Zoom functionDigital output Press SetupSelect Audio tab with 2 Lbelow and press EnterPress 2 1 to select the item Change the setting with Using On-Screen Menu IconsDisc information To change the position of the iconsUsing On-Screen Menu Icons Progress indicator Unit informationMarker To change the user mode Using On-Screen Menu IconsAudio attributes DVD-V RAM Display only Audio/Subtitle languageEntering a password Ratings Changing SettingsPress 2 1 to select the menu’s tab Press 34 to select the itemChanging Settings Setup menuMenus Items Recording from DVD to VHS Manual DubbingOne-Touch Dubbing Music with Picture Adding Music to VideoBefore Requesting Service GeneralSound Disc play Before Requesting ServicePicture VHS pictureSelf-diagnostic Indications on the unit’s display Error MessagesDisc picture Editing1 ch GlossarySpecifications Language IndexNtsc WMA
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