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Troubleshooting guide

Play

 

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Play fails to start even when

≥Insert the disc correctly with the label facing up.

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[1] (PLAY) is pressed.

≥The disc is dirty.

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Play starts but then stops

≥You tried to play a blank disc or disc unplayable on this unit.

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immediately.

≥You tried to play a +RW that needs to be finalised on the equipment used for recording.

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≥You may be able to copy a “One time only recording” title that was recorded to DVD-RAM

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using a different Panasonic DVD Recorder to this unit’s HDD, but play is not possible due to

 

 

copyright protection.

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≥When recording to DVD-RAM using “EP (8 Hours)” mode, play may not be possible on DVD

 

players that are compatible with DVD-RAM. In this case use “EP (6 Hours)” mode.

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≥You cannot play discs during DV automatic recording.

 

≥If playing DivX VOD content, refer to the homepage where you purchased it. (DivX)

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≥Make sure that the TV is turned on. If the menu or messages are displayed, follow the

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on-screen instructions.

 

Audio and video momentarily

≥This occurs between playlist chapters.

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pause.

≥This occurs between chapters and with partially deleted titles on finalised DVD-R, DVD-R DL,

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DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL and +RW that have been copied using the high

 

 

speed mode.

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≥This occurs as scenes change during Quick View.

 

≥[-R]DL] [+R]DL] When playing a title recorded on both layers, the unit automatically switches

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between layers and plays the title in the same way as a normal programme. However, video

 

 

and audio may momentarily cut out when the unit is switching layers.

 

 

 

 

DVD-Video is not played.

≥You have set a ratings level to limit DVD-Video play. Change this setting.

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≥Ensure disc is for the correct DVD-Video region number, and is not defective.

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Alternative soundtrack and

≥The languages are not recorded on the disc.

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subtitles cannot be selected.

≥You may not be able to use the on-screen menus to change the soundtrack and subtitles on

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some discs. Use the disc’s menus to make changes.

 

 

 

 

No subtitles.

≥Subtitles are not recorded on the disc.

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≥Turn the subtitles on. Set “Subtitle” on the on-screen menu to “On”.

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Angle cannot be changed.

≥Angles can only be changed during scenes where different angles are recorded.

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You have forgotten your ratings

≥The ratings level returns to the factory preset. While the disc tray is open, press [DRIVE

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password.

SELECT] to select the DVD drive, then press and hold [¥ REC] and [1] (PLAY) on the main

 

You want to cancel the ratings

unit at the same time for 5 or more seconds (“INIT” will appear on the unit’s display).

 

level.

 

 

Quick View does not work.

≥This does not work when audio is other than Dolby Digital.

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≥This does not work when recording is in XP or FR mode.

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The resume play function does

≥Memorized positions are cancelled when

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not work.

– press [∫] several times.

 

 

– open the disc tray.

 

 

– [SD] ([EX88])

 

 

[CD] [VCD] [USB] turn off the power.

 

 

– if a recording or timer recording was executed.

 

The Video CD picture does not

≥When connecting to Multi-system TV, select “NTSC” in “TV System” in the Setup menu.

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display properly.

≥When connecting to PAL TV, the lower part of the picture cannot be displayed correctly during

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search.

 

 

 

 

Time Slip, Manual Skip, etc. does

≥These functions do not work with finalised discs.

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not work.

≥Time Slip does not work when the unit’s “TV System” settings are different from the title

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recorded on the disc.

 

It takes time before play starts.

≥This is normal on DivX video. (DivX)

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Picture stops.

≥Picture may stop if the DivX files are greater than 2 GB. (DivX)

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Cannot see the beginning of the

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

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title played.

When [1] (PLAY) is pressed on this unit’s remote control, 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.

 

 

 

 

Edit

 

 

 

 

 

Available disc space does not

≥Available disc space does not increase after deleting on DVD-R, DVD-R DL, +R or +R DL.

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increase even after deleting a

≥Disc space increases only when the last recorded title is deleted on DVD-RW (DVD-Video

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title.

format) and +RW. The disc space does not increase when any other titles are deleted.

 

Cannot edit.

≥You may not be able to edit on the HDD if there is no available space.

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Delete any unwanted titles to create empty space.

 

 

 

 

Cannot format.

≥The disc is dirty. Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.

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≥You tried formatting a disc that you may not be able to use in this unit.

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Cannot create chapters.

≥The unit writes the chapter division information to the disc when you turn it off or remove the

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Cannot mark the start point or

disc. The information is not written if there is an interruption to the power before this.

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≥These operations are not possible with still pictures.

the end point during “Partial

≥You cannot set points if they are too close to each other. You cannot set an end point before

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Delete” operation.

a start point.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cannot delete chapters.

≥When the chapter is too short to delete, use “Combine Chapters” to make the chapter longer.

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Cannot create a playlist.

≥You cannot select all the chapters at once in a title if the title also includes still pictures. Select

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them individually.

 

 

 

 

Music

 

 

 

 

 

Tracks could not be copied to

≥If there are copyright protected tracks such as SCMS restrictions, they will not be copied.

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the HDD.

≥Recording from CDs that do not conform to CD-DA specifications (copy control CDs, etc.)

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cannot be guaranteed.

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≥Bonus tracks may not be copied.

ID3 tag of a MP3 file is not

≥Only the track name and artist name can be displayed with this unit.

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completely displayed.

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents Example DVD-Video according to where they areRegion numbers are allocated to DVD Recorders If you see this symbol Inside of productTable of contents Included accessories Remote control informationRemote control Batteries AC mains lead RF coaxial cable BatteriesHDD Hard disk drive handling care Unit careHandling care/Unit care IncludedRemote control Control reference guideStandby/on switch /I Main unitUnit’s display Control reference guideConnecting a television Regarding Viera Link Hdavi ControlTM functionChannel reception settings and TV aspect settings When clock setting screen is displayedPress 3, 4 to select the TV aspect and press OK Press 3, 4 to select your region and press OKRecording format HDD and disc informationHDD and discs you can use for recording and play HDD and disc information Play-only discsDiscs that cannot be played USB memory and card information USB memories you can use on this unitCards you can use on this unit EX88 Suitable SD cardsRegarding DivX files, MP3 files and still pictures Jpeg Structure of folders displayed by this unitDivX files, MP3 files and still pictures Jpeg Information/RegardingMedia handling Disc/USB memory/SD card Inserting discsInserting, removing the USB memory Inserting, removing the SD card EX88If New service message appears Watching analogue and digital broadcastsSelect the channel Digital channel informationPlaying recorded video contents/Playing play-only discs Recording television programmes Press ¥ REC to start recordingTo specify a time to stop recording One Touch RecordingTimer recording To cancel a timer recording on the TV Guide ScreenTimer icon Press GuidePress 3, 4 to select Delete Deleting titlesPress Function Menu Important notes for recording When the format confirmation screen is displayed When removing a recorded discAdvanced recording Recording modes and approximate recording timesFlexible Recording Press 3, 4, 2, 1 to select Start and press OKPlaying while you are recording Press 1 Play during recordingCopying from a video cassette recorder Manual recordingDV automatic recording DV Auto Rec Start play on the other equipmentAdvanced timer recording Manually programming timerUsing G- Code system to make timer RecordingsCheck, change or delete a programme To cancel recording when recording has already begunTo release the unit from recording standby Auto Renewal Recording Advanced timer recordingRelief Recording Operations in the TV Guide system Press 3, 4, 2, 1 to select the programmeBasic operations Selecting the programme from the desiredAdvanced playback Operation during playChanging audio during play Press AudioSwitching the Direct Navigator appearance To sort the titles for easy searchingTo play grouped titles HDD To edit the group of titles HDDShowing the menu screen Playing DivX video contentsPlaying DivX, MP3 and still pictures Playing MP3 files Show MP3 Menu screenPress 1 while a track is highlighted to display Tree screen Press 3, 4, 2, 1 to select a group and pressPlaying still pictures Show Album View screenPress 3, 4, 2, 1 to select the album and press OK Press 3, 4, 2, 1 to select the still picture and press OKPlaying DivX, MP3 and still pictures Useful functions during still picture playRotate Playing music To play music CDTo play music recorded on HDD Useful functions during music playTo pause the TV programme you are watching-Pause Live TV Convenient functionsFunction Menu window What is Viera Link Hdavi Control? Linked operations with the TV Viera Link Hdavi ControlTM≥This unit supports Hdavi Control 3 function Code etcEasy control only with Viera remote control Using the FunctionMenu window to Operate this unitEditing titles/chapters Editing titles/chapters and playing chaptersPress 3, 4, 2, 1 to select the title Press 3, 4, 2, 1 to select the chapterSet up Protection § Cancel Protection §Title operations Partial DeleteCreating, editing and playing playlists Creating playlistsPress 2, 1 to select the source title and press Press ReturnEditing and playing playlists/chapters Playlist operationsAdd Chapter MoveEditing still pictures and music Editing still pictures JpegSelect the album to be edited and press Option Album still picture and picture operationAlbum CD/group MP3 and track CD/ MP3 operation Deleting still pictures and music using Delete NavigatorEditing music Press 3, 4, 2, 1 to select a character and press OK Entering textShow Enter Name screen Entering text/Copying titles or playlists Copying titles or playlistsApproximate copying times Max. speed Copy Press Function Menu Press 3, 4 to select Copy and press OKPress 3, 4 to select the title you want to copy and press Press 2, 1 to select Start and press OKCopying using the copying list- Advanced Copy Setting the unit to copy according to the set time Set Copy TimePress 3, 4 to select Start Copying and press OK To edit the copying listCopying SD Video from an SD card Copying SD Video from a video equipment EX88VIDEO§ HDD DVD-RAM VIDEO§Copying using the copying list Copying still picturesRegister still pictures for copy Press 2, 1 to select YesPress OK to start copying Copying still picturesCopying music to HDD About the Gracenote DatabaseCopying music from a CD Copying music from a USB memoryTo update the Gracenote Database Preparing the update dataPress 2, 1 to select Yes and press OK to start copying Updating the database on this unitPress Display Using on-screen menus/Status messageUsing on-screen menus Using on-screen menus/Status message Status messagesPress Status Sound menu-Change the DVB multi audio and sound effectCommon procedures Setting the protectionHDD, disc and card management Providing a name for a discDeleting all the contents-Format Deleting all titles and playlists-Delete all titlesHDD, disc and card management Selecting the background style-Top MenuEnabling discs to be played on other equipment-Finalise Changing the unit’s settings TuningAuto-Setup Restart Download from TV Settings for Digital ServicesChanging the unit’s settings Settings for Analogue ServicesSignal Condition Manual TuningDisc Picture SoundChanging the unit’s settings DisplayConnection Others Changing the unit’s settings System Update Software Update in StandbySoftware Update Search Now Default SettingsChild Lock Other SettingsTelevision operation Connecting a television with S Video terminals Connecting a television with Component Video terminalsAdditional connections Video cable Audio/Video cableConnecting an amplifier with a digital input terminal Connecting a stereo amplifierConnecting with an Hdmi compatible television and receiver Additional connectionsConnecting a television and VCR Connecting an Analogue television and VCRAdditional connections RFcoaxial cableIncluded Cooling fan Connecting a Digital television and VCRAC 220 to 240 V, 50 Hz Frequently asked questions Set upCover 10-11Music TV GuideUSB Function Menu MessagesOn the television On the unit’s display MessagesTroubleshooting guide Guide Troubleshooting guide Troubleshooting guide Password You want to cancel the ratingsPlay Play fails to start even when Play is pressedCopying, deleting and setting UpdatedSome channels. No Signal Still pictures Cannot display Direct NavigatorTo reset this unit To return all the settings other PresetTo reset the ratings level To restore the unit if it freezesTroubleshooting SpecificationsGuide/Specifications Glossary Glossary RGBSafety precautions Safety precautions Gracenote Corporate DescriptionGracenoteR End-User License Agreement USE of this Product Implies Acceptance of the Terms belowIndex

DMR-EX78 specifications

The Panasonic DMR-EX78 is a versatile and feature-rich digital video recorder that has gained a reputation for its reliability and performance in the home entertainment landscape. Designed to enhance the viewing experience, this model combines various technologies to provide users with a seamless and enjoyable way to record, store, and playback their favorite television programs and films.

One of the standout features of the Panasonic DMR-EX78 is its built-in hard disk drive (HDD), which offers substantial storage capacity. With a capacity of 160GB, users can record multiple hours of programming, making it an ideal choice for families or individuals who enjoy binge-watching shows. The HDD also allows for quick access to recorded content, ensuring that viewers can easily locate and enjoy their favorite programs.

The DMR-EX78 supports various recording formats, including high-definition and standard-definition, which enables users to capture content in the best possible quality. It also features an advanced timer recording function that allows for easy scheduling of recordings, ensuring that no favorite show goes unwatched.

One of the key technologies incorporated into the DMR-EX78 is its digital tuner, which provides excellent reception of both terrestrial and cable broadcasts. This feature allows users to access a wide range of channels without the need for additional equipment. Furthermore, the device supports Freeview, offering an extensive selection of free-to-air channels, further enhancing the viewing experience.

The DMR-EX78 is equipped with an intuitive user interface that simplifies navigation and enhances usability. Its straightforward menu design makes it easy for users to manage recorded content, edit video files, and schedule new recordings. Additionally, the built-in Dolby Digital sound technology ensures an immersive audio experience, making films and shows more engaging.

Connectivity options on the Panasonic DMR-EX78 include HDMI output, which enables high-definition video transmission to compatible televisions, and USB ports for easy connection of external devices. This allows users to expand their multimedia library by playing back content from USB memory sticks or external hard drives.

Overall, the Panasonic DMR-EX78 stands out as a comprehensive multimedia hub that combines advanced recording capabilities, robust storage, and user-friendly features. Its blend of technology and functionality makes it a valuable addition to any entertainment setup, catering to the needs of modern viewers. Whether recording a live event or enjoying previously captured content, the DMR-EX78 delivers a reliable and enjoyable user experience.
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