Panasonic PV 9D53 manual Problems and troubleshooting, Symptoms, TV Broadcast Reception

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Problems and troubleshooting

Use the following check list for troubleshooting when you have problems with your unit. Consult your local dealer or service outlet if problems persist.

Be sure all connections are properly made when using with other units.

SYMPTOMS

POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS

 

 

POWER

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TV/DVD does not operate.

Make sure the power cord is plugged in.

Try another AC outlet.

Power is off, check fuse or circuit breaker.

Unplug unit, then plug it back in.

Connect the DC car cord to the cigarette lighter socket.

The DC car cord fuse is drown, replace fuse.

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TV BROADCAST RECEPTION

 

Poor sound or No sound

• Station or CATV experiencing problems, tune to another station.

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• Check Volume adjustments.

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• Check for sources of possible interference.

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• Station or CATV experiencing problems, tune to another station.

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Poor picture or No picture

• Check antenna or CATV connections, reorient antenna.

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• Check for sources of possible interference.

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• Check picture control adjustments.

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Poor reception on some channels

• Station or CATV experiencing problems, tune to another station.

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• Station signal is weak, reorient antenna to receive weaker station.

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• Check for sources of possible interference.

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• Station or CATV experiencing problems, tune to another station.

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Poor color or no color

• Make sure channels are set into memory.

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• Check picture control adjustments.

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• Check antenna or CATV connections, reorient antenna.

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• Check for sources of possible interference.

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• Station or CATV experiencing problems, tune to another station.

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Picture wobbles or drifts

• Make sure channels are set into memory.

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• CATV company is scrambling signal.

 

 

 

 

• Check antenna orientation.

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• Check all CATV connections.

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No CATV reception

• Set TV/CATV menu option to the CATV mode.

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• Station or CATV system problems, try another station.

16

 

Horizontal or diagonal bars on

• Check antenna connections, reorient antenna.

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screen

• Check for sources of possible interference.

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No reception above channel 13

• Make sure TV/CATV menu option is in the appropriate mode.

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• If using antenna, check UHF antenna connections.

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• No broadcast on station tuned.

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TV shuts off

• Sleep Timer is set.

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• Power interrupted.

 

 

 

 

 

 

• TV station experiencing problems or program tuned is not closed

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captioned. Try another channel.

 

 

Closed - Caption is not activated.

• Check CATV connection or VHF/UHF antenna, reposition or ro-

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tate antenna.

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Press CC button to turn on the closed caption decoder.

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Display is not shown in your

• Select proper language in the menu options.

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language.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents TV/CATV Mode Selection TV/DVD Combination Operating Instructions Model No. PV-9D53SHOCK, do not Remove Cover Cleaning AccessoriesPower Sources Read InstructionsPOWER-CORD Protection Power LinesDamage Requiring Service Replacement PartsHeadphones Sound DistortionLaser Beam DiscSafety precautions Install the TV/DVD in Your CARDriving Safety Important NotesContents Features Horizontal ResolutionDVD Player can play back video CDs, audio CDs and MP3 CDs Digital Audio Jack CoaxialDisc information Discs that can be playedDisc Handling Definition of TermsRear Parts and functionsFront Remote control Operation To USE AC PowerTo USE DC Power Replacing the Fuse in the CAR Battery Cord Plug Antenna connectionsCable TV connections For Subscribers to Basic Cable TV ServiceFor Subscribers to Scrambled Cable TV Service Press TV Menu until the Menu screen is cleared Setting the on screen display languageEnter Catv Mode Direct Channel Selection TV operationChannel DisplayTune MuteWhat is Closed CAPTIONING? Closed captionCatv Chart To memorize channelsAutomatic Memory Tuning Setting the V-Chip To Register PasswordCancel If you put a wrong number, pressTo SET the V-CHIP To Change Password Press or to select Change PASSWORD, then press orPress or to select the V- Chip SET, then press or Press TV Menu repeatedly to return to normal screenPicture control adjustment CancelPress To select the item You want to adjust To adjustStereo and second audio program SAP Listening to Stereo SoundListening to SAP Second Audio Program To Select Desired SoundPreparation/Status display of disc PreparationStatus display of disc DVDPlay Playback procedurePower Special playback MP3 playback MP3 CD InformationApple-HFS-System can not be played Limitations on MP3 CD playbackZooming/Locating desired scene ZoomingLocating Desired Scene Press Jump during playRepeat/Random/Program playback and Repeat A-B Program menuRepeat A-B Audio CD/Video CD/MP3 CDTo Cancel the Mark Marking desired scenesMarking the Scenes Returning to the ScenesSubtitles Changing soundtrack language/SubtitlesChanging soundtrack language Changing angles/Title selection/DVD menu Changing anglesTitle selection DVD menuSetting language If you want to return toPrevious menu, press or Return Other Selection Menu/Audio/SubtitleReturn Setting the aspect ratio of TV screenSetting on screen display Press or Enter to se- lect On or Off Dynamic Range ControlPress or Enter to se- lect DRC Parental control setting Level 1 Lock ALLPress number buttons If you want to return to the previous menu, press or ReturnTo change the parental level Rating level will remain disabled until the disc is ejected Temporary disabling of rating level by DVD discLanguage code list Using an Audio Amplifier Using an AV Amplifier with built-in digital surroundConnections to other equipment Rear of TV/DVDUsing the audio/video inputs VCRProblems and troubleshooting SymptomsTV Broadcast Reception Poor sound or No soundPicture will be distorted occasionally Symptoms Possible Solutions DVDRemote Control Reception disturbances IgnitionSpecifications GeneralTelevision DVD/CD playerRemote Control Button Index of ControlsFront RearSpanish Quick Use Guide Guía para rá pida consulta Para abonados al servicio basico de TV cablePara abonados al servicio codificado de TV cable Combinador UHF 300 ohmios VHF 300 ohmiosSeleccion de idioma en pantalla Operacion del TVPresione Hasta que Aparezca el menú SET UP Presione ó Hasta que Aparezca el menú SET UPPara menorizer canales Presione Para Seleccionar el modo TV/CATVProcedimiento de reproducció n NotaPresione OPEN/CLOSE Play uMemo Page Limited Warranty Limited Warranty CoverageProduct Parts Labor Service Contact Number Carry-In, Mail-in or In-Home ServiceAs of August Customer Services DirectoryLimited Warranty Limits And Exclusions Index 21-23 One Panasonic Way Secaucus New Jersey