Panasonic DMR-EH58, DMR-EH68 operating instructions Troubleshooting guide

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Troubleshooting guide

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The recorded title is stretched

≥16:9 aspect programmes are recorded in 4:3 aspect in the following cases.

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vertically.

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

 

recording mode.

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

 

– If you recorded with the “Aspect for Recording” set to “4:3” in the Setup menu.

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When you want to record 16:9 programme in the same aspect, set “Rec for High Speed

 

 

Copy” to “On”, and set the “Aspect for Recording” to “16:9”.

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– By setting “Aspect for Recording” to “Automatic”, there is a chance that the recording will be

 

made using the wrong aspect. Match the aspect settings to the broadcast when recording.

 

 

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

≥Set “Playback NR” in the Picture menu to “Off”.

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playing video.

 

 

 

 

 

When playing DVD-Video using

≥Set “Progressive” in the Picture menu to “Off”. This problem is caused by the editing method or

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progressive output, one part of

material used on DVD-Video, but should be corrected if you use interlace output.

 

the picture momentarily appears

 

 

to be doubled up.

 

 

There is no apparent change in

≥The effect is less perceivable with some types of video.

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picture quality when adjusted

 

 

with the Picture menu in the on-

 

 

screen menus.

 

 

 

 

 

The images from this unit do not

≥Make sure that the television is connected to the VIDEO OUT terminal,

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appear on the television.

S VIDEO OUT terminal, COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals or HDMI AV OUT terminal on

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this unit.

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Picture is distorted.

≥Make sure that the television’s input setting (e.g., AV 1) is correct.

≥Progressive output is set to on but the connected television is not progressive compatible.

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Press and hold [∫] and [1] (PLAY) on the main unit at the same time for more than 5 seconds

 

 

to cancel this setting. The setting will change to interlace.

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≥The 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.

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

 

system.

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

 

Reduce the number of connected devices.

 

The picture is distorted during

≥You may be playing a TV programme recorded with poor reception or unfavorable weather

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play, or video will not play

conditions.

 

correctly.

≥The picture may be distorted or a black screen may appear briefly between recorded titles in

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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.

 

 

 

 

Sound

 

 

 

 

 

No sound.

≥Check the connections and the “Digital Audio Output” settings. Check the input mode on the

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Low volume.

amplifier if you have connected one.

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Distorted sound.

≥Press [AUDIO] to select the audio.

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Cannot hear the desired audio

≥Turn off V.S.S. in the following cases.

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type.

– When using discs that do not have surround sound effects such as Karaoke discs.

 

 

– When playing bilingual broadcast programmes.

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≥Audio may not be output due to how files were created. (DivX)

 

≥Audio may not be heard when more than 4 devices are connected with HDMI cables.

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Reduce the number of connected devices.

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≥The sound effects will not work when the bitstream signal is output from the HDMI AV OUT

 

terminal or the OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal.

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≥To output audio from a device connected with an HDMI cable, set “Digital Audio Output” to

 

“HDMI and Optical” in the Setup menu.

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≥Depending on the connected equipment, the sound may be distorted if this unit is connected

 

with an HDMI cable.

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≥If recording to the HDD or a DVD-RAM when “Rec for High Speed Copy” is set to “On”, you

 

can only record either the main or secondary audio of a bilingual broadcast.

 

 

If you do not intend to copy the title to a DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format),

 

 

+R, +R DL or +RW set “Rec for High Speed Copy” in the Setup menu to “Off”.

 

Cannot switch audio.

≥You cannot switch the audio in the following cases.

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– When a DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL or +RW disc is in the

 

disc tray while DVD drive is selected.

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– When the recording mode is XP and “Audio Mode for XP Recording” is set to “LPCM”.

 

– When “Rec for High Speed Copy” is set to “On”. (The default setting is “On”).

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≥The amplifier is connected using an optical digital cable or an HDMI cable. You cannot switch

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the audio if “Dolby Digital” is set to “Bitstream”. Set “Dolby Digital” to “PCM” or connect using

 

 

audio cables.

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≥There are discs for which audio cannot be changed because of how the disc was created.

 

 

 

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Contents RQT9075-L Model No. DMR-EH68Example For Saudi Arabia If you see this symbolHow to replace the fuse Before useTable of contents Batteries Included accessoriesRemote control information UseHandling care/Unit care HDD Hard disk drive handling careUnit care IncludedAustraliaandN.Z Remote controlControl reference guide Turn the unit onUnit’s display 1Standby/on switch Í/IMain unit Control reference guideAC Mains Connecting a televisionRead Lead on Before ConnectionConnection This unit’s rear panel RequiredsettingRegarding Viera Link Hdavi ControlTM function Numbered Buttons Country setting screen appears on the televisionDVD ReturnHDD and discs you can use for recording and play HDD and disc informationRecording format Discs that cannot be played Play-only discsHDD and disc information Cards you can use on this unit EH68 USB memory and card informationUSB memories you can use on this unit HDD and disc information/USB memory and card informationStructure of folders displayed by this unit Regarding DivX files, MP3 files and still pictures JpegMP3 Inserting, removing the USB memory Media handling Disc/USB memory/SD cardInserting discs Inserting, removing the SD card EH68Playing recorded video contents/Playing play-only discs Press ¥ REC to start recording Recording television programmesPress W X CH to select the channel To specify a time to stop recording- One Touch RecordingPress G-Code Timer recording using G-CODEsystem ForAustraliaandN.ZPress OK ProgrammeDeleting titles Deleting during playImportant notes for recording Advanced recording When the format confirmation screen is displayedWhen removing a recorded disc Recording modes and approximate recording timesPress 3, 4, 2, 1 to select Start and press OK Flexible RecordingPress F Rec Playing while you are recordingManual recording Copying from a video cassette recorderDV automatic recording DV Auto Rec To cancel recording when recording has already begun Advanced timer recordingManually programming timer recordings To release the unit from recordingRelief Recording Advanced timer recordingCheck, change or delete a programme Auto Renewal RecordingOperation during play Advanced playbackChanging audio during play To play grouped titles HDD Switching the Direct Navigator appearanceTo sort the titles for easy searching To edit the group of titles HDDPlaying DivX, MP3 and still pictures Playing DivX video contentsShowing the menu screen Press 1 while a track is highlighted to display Tree screen Playing MP3 filesShow MP3 Menu screen Press 3, 4, 2, 1 to select a group and pressPress 3, 4, 2, 1 to select the album and press OK Playing still picturesShow Album View screen Press 3, 4, 2, 1 to select the still picture and press OKUseful functions during still picture play RotateUseful functions during music play Playing musicTo play music CD To play music recorded on HDDFunction Menu window Convenient functionsTo pause the TV programme you are watching-Pause Live TV Linked operations with the TV Viera Link Hdavi ControlTM Power on linkPower off link Download from the TVMenu window to Easy control only with Viera remote controlUsing the Function Operate this unitPress 3, 4, 2, 1 to select the chapter Editing titles/chaptersEditing titles/chapters and playing chapters If you select Chapter ViewTitle operations Set up Protection §Cancel Protection Partial DeletePress 2, 1 to select the source title Creating, editing and playing playlistsCreating playlists PressAdd Chapter Editing and playing playlists/chaptersPlaylist operations MoveSelect the album to be edited and press Option Editing still pictures and musicEditing still pictures Jpeg Album still picture and picture operationEditing music Deleting still pictures and music using Delete NavigatorAlbum CD/group MP3 and track CD/ MP3 operation Show Enter Name screen Entering textPress 3, 4, 2, 1 to select a character and press OK Approximate copying times Max. speed Copying titles or playlistsEntering text/Copying titles or playlists Press 3, 4 to select the title you want to copy and press CopyPress Function Menu Press 3, 4 to select Copy and press OK Press 2, 1 to select Start and press OKCopying using the copying list- Advanced Copy Press 3, 4 to select Start Copying and press OK Setting the unit to copy according to the set timeSet Copy Time To edit the copying listVIDEO§ HDD DVD-RAM Copying SD Video from an SD card EH68Copying SD Video from a video equipment EH68 VIDEO§Copying using the copying list Copying still picturesPress OK to start copying Register still pictures for copyPress 2, 1 to select Yes Copying still picturesCopying music from a CD Copying music to HDDAbout the Gracenote Database Copying music from a USB memoryPress 2, 1 to select Yes and press OK to start copying To update the Gracenote DatabasePreparing the update data Updating the database on this unitCommon procedures Using on-screen menus/Status messageUsing on-screen menus Disc menu-Setting the disc contentStatus messages Press StatusHDD, disc and card management Common proceduresSetting the protection Press 3, 4 to select HDDDeleting all the contents-Format Deleting all titles and playlists-Delete all titlesCreating Top Menu-Create Top Menu Selecting the background style-Top MenuEnabling discs to be played on other equipment-Finalise HDD, disc and card managementChanging the unit’s settings TuningDisc Sound PictureDisplay Connection Others Test by turning on the television and changing channels Other SettingsTelevision operation Child LockConnecting a television with Component Video terminals Connecting a television with S Video terminalsAdditional connections Connecting with an Hdmi compatible television and receiver Connecting an amplifier with a digital input terminalConnecting a stereo amplifier Additional connectionsRead AC Mains Lead on Before Connecting a television and VCRAdditional connections ConnectionFrequently asked questions USBOn the television MessagesFunction Menu Messages On the unit’s display Troubleshooting guide Troubleshooting guide Troubleshooting guide Even when is pressed Recording, timer recording and copying Cannot recordTimer recording does not stop When copying, it takes a longSD EH68 CD VCD USB turn off the power Preset Copying, deleting and settingTo reset this unit To return all the settings other To reset the ratings levelSafety precautions Specifications EH58ForMiddleEast Tuner system Channel coverage ForAsia ForAustraliaandN.Z ForMiddleEastGlossary RGB1080i GlossarySampling frequency 1080pIndex Web Site http//panasonic.net RQT9075-L
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