Panasonic DMR-ES16 warranty Troubleshooting guide

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Sound

 

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No sound

• Check the connections and settings. Check the input mode on the amplifier if you have

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Low volume.

connected one.

 

Distorted sound.

• Press [AUDIO] to select the audio.

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Cannot hear the desired audio

• Turn off V. Surround Sound 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 MTS broadcast programs.

 

 

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

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Cannot switch audio.

• You cannot change the audio type when DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format),

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+R, +R DL or +RW is in the disc tray.

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• You cannot change the audio type when playing DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video

 

format), +R, +R DL or +RW. (You can select “Main” or “SAP” in “Multi-channel TV Sound

 

 

( MTS )” in the Setup menu before recording.)

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• When the sound is output from DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal, the sound effect doesn’t work if

 

the setting of “Dolby Digital” is “Bitstream”.

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• There are discs where audio cannot be changed because of how the disc was created.

 

 

 

Operation

Troubleshooting guide

Cannot operate the television. The remote control doesn’t work.

The unit is on but cannot be operated.

Cannot eject disc.

Startup is slow.

•Change manufacturer code. Some televisions cannot be operated even if you change the code.

•The remote control and main unit are using different codes.

Change the code on the remote control.

Press and hold [ENTER] and the indicated number button at the same time for more than 2 seconds.

•The batteries are depleted. Replace them with new ones.

•You are not pointing the remote control at the main unit’s remote control signal sensor during operation.

•Colored glass may obstruct the signal reception/transmission.

•Don’t place the signal sensor in direct sunlight or in areas that may be subject to sunlight exposure.

•It may be necessary to set the code on the remote control again after changing the batteries.

•It may be necessary to set the manufacturer code again after changing the batteries.

•Some operations may be prohibited by the disc.

•The unit is hot (“U59” appears on the display). Wait for “U59” to disappear.

•One of the unit’s safety devices may have been activated. Reset the unit as follows:

1Press [POWER 8] on the main unit to switch the unit to standby.

If the unit doesn’t switch to standby, press and hold [POWER 8] on the main unit for about 10 seconds. The unit is forcibly switched to standby.

Alternatively, disconnect the AC power supply cord, wait one minute, then reconnect it.

2Press [POWER 8] on the main unit to switch it on. If the unit still cannot be operated, consult the dealer.

•The unit is recording.

•The unit may have a problem. While the unit is off, press and hold [g] and [CH 1] on the main unit at the same time for about 5 seconds. Remove the disc and consult the dealer.

•Startup takes time in the following situations.

– A disc other than a DVD-RAM is inserted.

– The clock is not set.

– Immediately after a power failure or the AC power supply cord is connected.

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Recording, scheduled recording and copying

Cannot record.

• You haven’t inserted a disc or the disc you inserted cannot be recorded on. Insert a disc the

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unit can record onto.

 

 

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RAM

-RW(V)

+R

 

+R DL

+RW

The disc is not formatted. Format the disc using DVD

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Management.

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• The write-protect tab on the cartridge is set to Protect, or the disc is protected with DVD

 

Management.

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• Some programs have limitations on the number of times they can be recorded. (CPRM)

 

• The disc is full or nearly full. Delete unneeded titles or use another disc.

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• You cannot record on finalized DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL

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or DVD-RW (VR format) discs.

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• Due to peculiarities of DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL or +RW

 

you may be unable to record onto them if you either insert and remove the disc or switch the

 

 

unit on and off while a disc is loaded, a total of fifty times.

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• DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW, +R, +R DL and +RW recorded on this unit may not be

 

recordable on other Panasonic DVD recorders.

 

Cannot record from external

• Check that the connection is correct.

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equipment.

• Select the input channel (“IN1”, “IN2” or “DV”) for the equipment you have connected.

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Scheduled recording does not

• The scheduled program is incorrect or different scheduled program times overlap. Correct the

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work properly.

program.

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• Set the clock.

Scheduled recording does not

• If you start recording immediately after turning on the unit while “Quick Start” is set to “On”,

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stop even when [g] is

you cannot then stop recording for a few seconds.

 

pressed.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The scheduled program

• The scheduled program remains if set to Monday - Friday, Monday - Saturday, Sunday -

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remains even after recording

Saturday or weekly.

 

finishes.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A part or whole of a recorded

• If there is a power failure or the plug is disconnected from the household AC outlet while

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title has been lost.

recording or editing, the title may be lost or the disc may become unusable. You will have to

 

 

format the disc (

 

 

 

 

 

) or use a new disc. We cannot offer any guarantee

 

 

RAM

-RW(V)

+RW

 

 

regarding lost titles or discs.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents Example If you have any questions contact Warranty can be found onModel No. DMR-ES16 RQT8950-YRisk of Electric Shock Do not Open Inside of productAccessories Table of contents+RW Disc informationDiscs you can use for recording and play DVD-R DVD-R DL*1 DVD-RWDVD-R Play-only discsDiscs that cannot be played Disc informationDisc handling Remote control informationUnit care 9 bl Remote controlControl reference guide Main unitConnect the unit directly to the television When the unit is not to be used for a long timeConnection Unit’s RF OUT terminalConnection Connection Connecting to the S Video in terminalConnecting to the Component Video in terminal To enjoy higher picture qualityConnecting an amplifier or system component If the antenna connector doesn’t matchPress e,r to select the language and press Enter Plug-in Auto TuningPress e,r to select On or Off and press Enter Channel Press Enter to start Plug-in Auto TuningPress Enter Press the numbered buttons to selectChannel captions/Television type Television operation Remote control settingsClock settings Adjust Time ZoneRecording to a DVD-R DL and +R DL Important notes for recordingRecording of MTS broadcasting Recording of Widescreen broadcastingDisc Insertion/Ejection When finalizing the discWhen opening the tray without disc finalization Recording modes and approximate recording timesPress 1 2 CH to select the channel Press REC Mode to selectRecording mode XP, SP, LP, or EP Recording television programsSelecting audio to record To specify a time to stop recording -One Touch RecordingFlexible Recording Playing while you are recordingPress q to move through the items Scheduled recordingPress Schedule Press e,r to select New Scheduled Recording and press EnterStandby Release program from recordingSelecting recorded titles to play -Direct Navigator When a menu screen appears on the televisionPlaying discs Insert a disc Ô Press q PlayFrame-by-frame Operations during playQuick View RAM Slow-motionSelecting file type to play Using menus to play MP3, DivX and still pictures JPEG/TIFFPlaying MP3, DivX and still pictures JPEG/TIFF Useful functions during still picture play To select other folder groupDisplay the unit’s registration code Regarding DivX VOD contentUsing menus to play MP3, DivX and still pictures JPEG/TIFF Regarding MP3, DivX and still picturesUsing on-screen menus Using on-screen menus/FUNCTIONS window and Status messagesPress Display Status messages Using on-screen menus/FUNCTIONS window and Status messgagesFunctions window Press e,r to select an item and press EnterDeleting title during play Entering textDeleting titles Selecting recorded titles to delete -Delete NavigatorEditing titles/chapters and playing chapters Editing titles/chaptersTitle Name Title operationsDelete Title PropertiesPress Return Creating, editing and playing playlistsCreating playlists Press w,q to select the source title and press rPlaylist operations Editing and playing playlists/chaptersManual recording Copying from a video cassette recorderDV camcorder recording Press e,r to select Disc Name and press Enter Setting the protection -Disc ProtectionDVD Management Providing a disc with a name -Disc NameDVD Management Enabling discs to be played on other equipment FinalizeCreating Top Menu Create DVD Top Menu Press e,r to select Create DVD Top 5 Menu and press EnterPress Setup Changing the unit’s settingsSummary of settings Common proceduresChanging the unit’s settings DTS Changing the unit’s settingsOn the television MessagesOn the unit’s display Set up Frequently asked questionsPCM DTS Troubleshooting guide Troubleshooting guide Troubleshooting guide Product ServiceProduct information Glossary Troubleshooting guide/Product Service/GlossarySpecifications Specifications/Limited Warranty Limited WarrantyIndex If you see this symbol
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