Panasonic DMR-EH57 Recording, timer recording and copying Cannot record, Cannot copy, Equipment

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Troubleshooting guide

Recording, timer recording and copying

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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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Cannot copy.

unit can record onto.

 

 

≥The disc is unformatted. Format the disc. [RAM] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW]

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

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Management.

 

 

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

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≥You cannot record when there is not enough space or when the number of titles has reached

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its limit. Delete unwanted titles or use a new disc.

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≥You cannot directly record to a DVD-R DL or +R DL disc on this unit.

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Record to the HDD and then copy to the disc.

 

 

≥[-R]DL] [+R]DL] In the following situations, you cannot copy. Delete unnecessary titles from the

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HDD and then copy.

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–If there is not enough space available on the HDD (If you will copy titles from the HDD to a

 

 

blank disc and fill the entire disc, HDD disc space equivalent to 4 hours of SP mode

 

 

recording is necessary).

 

 

–If the number of recorded titles and the number of titles to be copied has exceeded 500.

 

 

≥You cannot record and copy on finalised discs. However, you can record and copy again if

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you format DVD-RW.

 

 

≥Due to peculiarities of DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL and

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+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.

 

 

≥DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL and +RW recorded on this unit

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may not be recordable on other Panasonic DVD Recorders.

 

 

≥This unit cannot record NTSC signals to discs that already have PAL signal recordings.

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(However, both types of programmes can be recorded onto the HDD.) Play of discs recorded

 

 

with both PAL and NTSC on another unit is not guaranteed.

 

 

 

 

Cannot record from external

≥Check that the connection is correct.

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equipment.

≥Select the input channel for the equipment you have connected.

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Timer recording does not work

≥The timer programme is incorrect or different timer programme times overlap. Correct the

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properly.

programme.

 

 

≥The programme is not in timer recording standby. (The timer icon “F” in the timer recording

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G-CODE§programming does not

list is not on.)

 

work properly.

≥Set the clock.

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§ Only for Australia and N.Z.

 

 

Timer recording does not stop

≥Make sure that the recording drive is selected. Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the

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even when [∫] is pressed.

recording drive.

 

 

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

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you cannot then stop recording for a few seconds.

 

 

 

 

The timer programme remains

≥The timer programme remains if set to daily or weekly.

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even after recording finishes.

 

 

 

 

 

A part or whole of a recorded

≥If there is a power failure or the plug is disconnected from the household mains socket while

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title has been lost.

recording or editing, the title may be lost or the HDD/disc may become unusable.

 

 

You will have to format the disc ([HDD] [RAM] [-RW‹V›] [+RW]) or use a new disc. We cannot offer

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any guarantee regarding lost programmes or discs.

 

 

 

 

Cannot copy to a DVD-R, etc.

≥When recording to the HDD, set “Rec for High Speed Copy” to “On” in the Setup menu. (The

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disc using the high speed mode.

default setting is “On”.)

 

 

≥[+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] If recorded in “EP” or “FR (recordings 5 hours or longer)” mode, you cannot

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perform high-speed copy.

 

 

≥[+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] Titles recorded on other Panasonic DVD Recorders with “Rec for High

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Speed Copy” set to “On”, and then copied to the HDD on this unit may not copy to +R, +R DL

 

 

or +RW discs with high-speed copy.

 

 

 

 

When copying, it takes a long

≥Use a disc that is compatible with high speed recording. Even if the disc is high speed

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time even when high speed

recording compatible, the maximum speed may not be possible due to the condition of the

 

mode is selected.

disc.

 

 

≥It takes longer than normal to copy many titles.

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≥You cannot high speed copy to DVD-R titles longer than 6 hours when using other Panasonic

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DVD Recorders that are not compatible with EP (8 Hours) mode recording.

 

 

 

 

An unusually loud sound is

≥When recording or high speed copying to a DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video

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coming from the rotating DVD-R,

format), +R, +R DL and +RW the sound of the disc rotating may be louder than normal,

 

etc.

however, this is not a problem.

 

 

 

 

The DV automatic recording

≥If images cannot be recorded or if the recording is aborted, check the connections and DV

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function does not work.

equipment settings.

 

 

≥You cannot start recording until the images from the DV equipment appear on the television.

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≥Recording may not be performed as desired if the time codes on the tape in the DV

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equipment are not successive.

 

 

≥Depending on the equipment, the DV automatic recording may not operate properly.

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≥The audio/video recordings are recorded on other than a DV tape.

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Contents Example Model No. DMR-EH57RQT8906-L For Saudi Arabia If you see this symbolHow to replace the fuse Before useTable of contents DVD Video Recording format HDD, disc and card informationHDD and discs you can use for recording and play DVD-Video formatDVD-R DL HDD, disc and card informationRecording modes and approximate recording times +R DLHDD, disc and card information Play-only discs 12 cm/8 cmDiscs that cannot be played Structure of folders displayed by this unit EH67 Cards you can use on this unit EH67Suitable SD Cards DVD-RAMImportant notes for recording Important notes for recording/HDD Hard HDD Hard disk drive handling careDisk drive handling care Disc and card handling Unit careBatteries Included accessoriesRemote control information UseAustraliaandN.Z Remote controlControl reference guide Turn the unit onControl reference guide Main unitUnit’s display Opening the front panelMake sure to use the pair of supplied RF coaxial cables Connecting a televisionWhen the unit is not to be used for a long time Read AC Mains Lead on Before ConnectionAC Mains Lead on Before Connection Connecting a television and VCRRead Other connections Connecting an amplifier with a digital input TerminalConnecting a stereo amplifier ConnectionViera Link Hdavi Control TM Power on linkPower off link Easy playbackEasy control only with Viera remote control Settings Press 3, 4 to change the settingPress OK when you have finished Press 2, 1 to select the item you Want to changeTo enjoy progressive video Television operationPress 3, 4 to select To Others Press 3, 4 to select Setup Press OKTest by turning on the television and changing channels Press Function Menu Press OK Press 3, 4 to select OthersPress W X CH to select the channel Press REC Mode to selectRecording mode XP, SP, LP or EP Press ¥ REC to start recordingTo finalise the disc Disc Insertion/EjectionRecording television programmes To open the tray without disc finalisationRecording television programmes Recording settings for High Speed CopyTo specify a time to stop recording- One Touch Recording Press ¥ REC on the main unit to select the recording timePress 3, 4, 2, 1 to select Start and press OK Flexible RecordingPress F Rec Playing while you are recordingPress G-Code Timer recordingUsing G-CODEsystem to make timer recordings Press the numbered buttons to enter the G-CODEnumberPress PROG/CHECK Manually programming timer recordingsTimer recording Press Drive Select to select the recording drive and press To cancel recording when recording has already begunTimer recording Press 2, 1 to select Stop Recording and press OKAuto Renewal Recording Check, change or delete a programmeRelief Recording Playing recorded video contents/Playing play-only discs Operations during play Quick ViewPress Audio Manual SkipChanging audio during play Regarding DivX discs, MP3 discs and still pictures Jpeg Contents/Playing play-onlyPlaying DivX discs, MP3 discs and still pictures Jpeg Discs/Playing DivX discs, MP3 discs and still pictures JpegPress 3, 4 to select the title and press OK Playing DivX discsPress Direct Navigator Selecting file type to playPlaying DivX discs, MP3 Playing MP3 discsPress 3, 4 to select the track and press OK Press 3, 4, 2, 1 to select a group and press OKPress 3, 4, 2, 1 to select the still picture and press OK Playing still picturesPress 3, 4, 2, 1 to select the album and press OK Press Drive Select to select the HDD, DVD or SD driveStart Slide Show Slide Show SettingUseful functions during still picture play Slide IntervalCommon procedures Using on-screen menus/Status messageUsing on-screen menus Disc menu-Setting the disc contentStatus messages Press StatusEditing titles/chapters and playing chapters Editing titles/chaptersPress 3, 4, 2 Title operations Set up Protection §Cancel Protection § Partial DeleteCreating playlists Creating, editing and playing playlistsPress 2, 1 to select the source title and press Press ReturnAdd Editing and playing playlists/chaptersPlaylist operations Chapter MoveTo edit still picture Editing still pictures EH67To edit the album Useful functions during still picturePress 2, 1 to select Delete and press OK Cancel Protection § Press 2, 1 to select Yes and press OKAlbum and picture operation Add PicturesDeleting titles or pictures during play Delete NavigatorPress 3, 4, 2, 1 to select the title and press OK Press Delete ¢Delete Navigator/Copying titles or playlists Copying titles or playlistsApproximate copying times Max. speed Copying titles or playlists Speed and recording mode when copyingCopy To stop copyingCopying using the copying list- Advanced Copy To edit the copying list To return to the previous screenRecording and playing while copying Copy Navigator/Copying list icons and functionsCopying SD Video from an SD Card EH67 Setting the unit to copy according to the set timeSet Copy Time VIDEO§ HDD DVD-RAMRegister still pictures for copy Copying using the copying listCopying still pictures EH67 To register individual still picturesPress 3, 4 to select To Others Press OK Copying all the still pictures on a card- Copy All PicturesPress 3, 4 to select Copy All Pictures and press OKPress REC Copying from a video cassette recorderStart play on the other equipment DV automatic recording DV Auto RecHDD, disc and card management Setting the protectionCommon procedures Press OKDeleting all the contents of a disc or card-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 Press 3, 4 to select Create Top Menu and press OKPress 3, 4, 2, 1 to select a character and press OK Entering textShow Enter Name screen Press SetPress 3, 4 to select an item and press OK Function Menu windowChild Lock LockExit Function Changing the unit’s settingsOPEN/CLOSE Tabs MenusTabs Menus Options Underlined items are the factory presets Summary of settingsChanging the unit’s settings DTS Changing the unit’s settingsSound MpegGrey Background Hdmi Settings§On-Screen Messages FL DisplayQuick Start Clock Power SaveDefault Settings CountryPress 3, 4 to select Manual Tuning and press OK TuningPress 3, 4 to select Tuning and press Unit’s settingsRefer to the control reference on Auto-Setup Restart Press 3, 4 to select Auto-Setup Restart and press OKTo change the setting all at once PAL!#NTSC TV SystemClock starts Clock SettingsPress OK when you have finished the settings Messages On the televisionOn the unit’s display MessagesCover Frequently asked questionsSet up 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 longPlay Play fails to start even when PasswordYou want to cancel the ratings Play is pressedPreset Copying, deleting and settingTo reset this unit To return all the settings other To reset the ratings levelRGB Troubleshooting guide/GlossaryGlossary Specifications Safety precautions Index Web Site http//panasonic.net RQT8906-L
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