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Picture does not appear during timer recording.

¾Timer recordings work regardless whether the unit is on or off. To confirm the timer recording is going to work properly, turn the unit on.

The screen changes automatically.

¾When “Screen Saver” in the Setup menu is set to “On”, the display may turn to the screen saver mode automatically if there is no operation for 5 minutes or more. (> 62) Press [OK] to return to the previous screen.

There is a lot of after-image when playing video.

¾Set “Playback NR” in the Picture menu to “Off”. (> 54)

When playing DVD-Video using progressive output, one part of the picture momentarily appears to be doubled up.

¾Set “Progressive” in the Picture menu to “Off”. This problem is caused by the editing method or material used on DVD-Video, but should be corrected if you use interlace output. (> 54)

There is no apparent change in picture quality when adjusted with the Picture menu in the on- screen menus.

¾The effect is less perceivable with some types of video.

The images from this unit do not appear on the television.

Picture is distorted.

¾Make sure that the television is connected to the VIDEO OUT terminal, S VIDEO OUT terminal, COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals or HDMI terminal on this unit. (> 8, 66, 67, 68, 69)

¾Make sure that the television’s input setting is correct.

¾Progressive output is set to on but the connected television is not progressive compatible. 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.

¾The 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. (> 63)

¾When this unit is connected with an HDMI cable, use a disc that matches with this unit’s TV system.

¾Picture 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 play, or video will not play correctly.

¾You may be playing a TV programme recorded with poor reception or unfavourable weather conditions.

¾The picture may be distorted or a black screen may appear briefly between recorded titles in 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.

Low volume.

Distorted sound.

Cannot hear the desired audio type.

¾Check the connections and the “Digital Audio Output” settings. Check the input mode on the amplifier if you have connected one. (> 8, 62, 63, 66, 67, 68, 69)

¾Press [AUDIO] to select the audio. (> 28)

¾Audio may not be output due to how files were created. (DivX)

¾Audio may not be heard when more than 4 devices are connected with HDMI cables.

Reduce the number of connected devices.

¾The sound effects will not work when the bitstream signal is output from the HDMI AV OUT terminal or the OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal.

¾To output audio from a device connected with an HDMI cable, set “Digital Audio Output” to “HDMI and Optical” in the Setup menu. (> 63)

¾Depending on the connected equipment, the sound may be distorted if this unit is connected with an HDMI cable.

¾If 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”. (> 61)

Cannot switch audio.

¾You cannot switch the audio in the following cases.

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.

When the recording mode is XP and “Audio Mode for XP Recording” is set to “LPCM”. (> 62)

When “Rec for High Speed Copy” is set to “On”. (The default setting is “On”). (> 61)

¾The amplifier is connected using an optical digital cable or an HDMI cable. You cannot switch the audio if “Dolby Digital” is set to “Bitstream”. Set “Dolby Digital” to “PCM” or connect using audio cables. (> 62, 67)

¾There are discs for which audio cannot be changed because of how the disc was created.

Operation

Cannot operate the television.

The remote control doesn’t work.

¾Change the manufacturer code. Some televisions cannot be operated even if you change the code. (> 65)

¾The remote control and main unit are using different codes. Change the code on the remote control. (> 64)

Press and hold [OK] and the indicated number button at the same time for more than 5 seconds.

¾The batteries are depleted. Replace them with new ones. (> 4)

¾You are not pointing the remote control at the main unit’s remote control signal sensor during operation. (> 4)

¾Coloured glass may obstruct the signal reception/transmission.

¾Don’t place the signal sensor in direct sunlight or in areas that may be subject to sunlight exposure.

¾It may be necessary to set the code on the remote control again after changing the batteries. (> 64)

¾It may be necessary to set the manufacturer code again after changing the batteries. (> 65)

¾The child lock function is activated. (> 65)

The unit is on but cannot be operated.

¾Recording drive or playback drive has not been selected properly. (> 15, 16)

¾Some operations may be prohibited by the disc.

¾The unit is hot (“U59” appears on the display). Wait for “U59” to disappear.

¾One of the unit’s safety devices may have been activated. Reset the unit as follows:

1Press [Í/I] on the main unit to switch the unit to standby.

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

Alternatively, disconnect the AC mains lead, wait one minute, then reconnect it.

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

 

 

 

Cannot eject disc.

Reference

hold [∫] and [CH W] on the main unit at the same time for about

¾ The unit is recording.

 

¾ The unit may have a problem. While the unit is off, press and

 

5 seconds. Remove the disc and consult the dealer.

 

If the Child Lock function is activated, above operation does not

 

work. Cancel the Child Lock function. (> 65)

 

 

 

 

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Contents Example About descriptions in these operating instructionsInside of product If you see this symbolTable of contents Included accessories Remote control informationSafety precautions Unit care HDD Hard disk drive handling careRemote control Control reference guideUnit’s display Main unit Easy access to various functions Function Menu DisplayRegarding Viera Link Hdavi ControlTM function Connecting a televisionConnecting to a television with 21-pin Scart terminal Other connections BelowWhen clock setting screen is displayed Press 3, 4 to select the TV aspect and press OKReturn DVD Video Recording format HDD RAM HDD and disc informationHDD and discs you can use for recording and play Recording formatUSB memory information Play-only discsDiscs that cannot be played Still pictures JPEG§2 Regarding DivX files, Music files and still pictures JpegStructure of folders displayed by this unit Structure of WMA/MP3 foldersDisc care Media handling Disc/USB memoryInserting discs Inserting, removing the USB memoryPress Status to show the information screen Watching analogue and digital broadcastsSelect the channel Digital channel informationPlaying recorded video contents/Playing play-only discs Press ¥ REC on the main unit to select the recording time Recording television programmesPress ¥ REC To start recording To specify a time to stop recording- One Touch RecordingPress OK Timer recordingTo cancel a timer recording on the TV Guide Screen Press GuidePress Delete ¢ Press 2, 1 to select Delete and press OK Using the Delete Navigator to deleteDeleting titles Deleting during playWhen recording When recording aWhen you want to Speed mode fromRecording modes and approximate recording times When the format confirmation screen is displayedWhen removing a recorded disc Advanced recordingPress 1 Play during recording Flexible RecordingPress 3, 4, 2, 1 to select Start and press OK Playing while you are recordingPress ¥ REC Copying from a video cassette recorderManual recording Start play on the other equipmentRecordings Advanced timer recordingManually programming timer Using G-CODEsystem to make timerAuto Renewal Recording To cancel recording when recording has already begunTo release the unit from recording standby Relief RecordingTo delete a programme To exit the timer recording listCheck, change or delete a programme To change a programmePress 3, 4, 2, 1 to select the programme and press OK Operations in the TV Guide systemDuring play or while stopped Press Direct NavigatorPress Set To return to the previous screen§Press Audio Advanced playbackOperation during play Changing audio during playTo play grouped titles HDD Switching the Direct Navigator appearancePress 3, 4, 2, 1 to select the title and press OK To sort the titles for easy searchingShow DivX Menu screen Playing DivX video contentsPlaying DivX, Music files and still pictures Jpeg Showing the menu screenPress 3, 4, 2, 1 to select a group and press OK Playing Music filesShow MP3&WMA Menu screen Press 3, 4 to select the track and press OKPress 3, 4, 2, 1 to select the still picture and press OK Playing still picturesShow Album View screen Press 3, 4, 2, 1 to select the album and press OKUseful functions during still picture play Useful functions during music play Playing musicTo play music CD To play music recorded on HDDConvenient functions Function Menu Display To pause the TV programme you areWatching-Pause Live TV Download from the TV§1 Power on linkPower off link Linked operations with the TV Viera Link Hdavi ControlTMPause live TV programme§2 Easy control only with Viera remote controlUsing the Function Menu Display to operate this unit§1 Using the Option menu window to operate this unit§1If you select Chapter View Editing titles/chapters and playing chaptersPress 3, 4, 2, 1 to select the title Press 3, 4, 2, 1 to select the chapterCombine Chapters Title operationsDivide Title Chapter operationsPress Creating, editing and playing playlistsCreating playlists Press 2, 1 to select the source titlePlaylist operations Editing and playing playlists/chaptersPress OPTION, then 3, 4 to select Operation and press OKSelect the album to be edited and press Option Editing still pictures and musicEditing still pictures Jpeg Album still picture and picture operationDeleting still pictures and music using Delete Navigator Editing musicAlbum and track operation Entering text Press 3, 4, 2, 1 to select a character and press OKShow Enter Name screen etc HDD Copying titles or playlistsApproximate copying times Max. speed HDD DVD DVD HDDCopy Video HDD to DVD Press 3, 4 to select the title you want to copy and pressPress 2, 1 to select Start and press OK Copying using the copying list- Advanced Copy Set Copy Time To edit the copying listCopy Navigator/Copying list icons and functions SD Video When the top menu is displayedCopying SD Video from a video equipment To stop copyingCopying still pictures Copying using the copying listPerform steps 4 8 on Copying Copying still pictures on the USB memoryCopying music to HDD About the Gracenote DatabaseCopying music from a CD Updating the database on this unit To update the Gracenote DatabasePreparing the update data Press 3, 4 to select StartUsing on-screen menus/Status message Using on-screen menusPress Display Other menu-Change the display position Status messagesPress Status Sound menu-Change the DVB multi audio and sound effectProviding a name for a disc Common proceduresSetting the protection HDD and disc managementDeleting all titles and playlists-Delete all titles Deleting all the contents-FormatCreating Top Menu-Create Top Menu Selecting the background style-Top MenuEnabling discs to be played on other equipment-Finalise RQT9306 4 Press OKChanging the unit’s settings TuningPress 3, 4 to select the tab Manual Tuning Changing the unit’s settingsSettings for Analogue Channels Signal ConditionPicture DiscDisplay SoundConnection Others Child Lock Other SettingsTelevision operation Test by turning on the television and changing channelsConnecting a television with Component Video terminals Connecting a television with S Video terminalsAmplifier’s rear panel Connecting an amplifier with a digital input terminalConnecting a stereo amplifier Connecting with an Hdmi compatible television and receiverConnecting a television and VCR Additional connectionsOther connections Connections are complete To the aerial Aerial cable SplitterDigital television’s rear panel Included Connect only after all otherRecording Frequently asked questionsSet up DiscTV Guide MusicTV Channels Messages On the television On the unit’s display Displays Troubleshooting guidePower TV screen and videoOperation SoundRecording, timer recording and copying Edit PlayStill pictures Other To reset this unitDigital broadcast Viera LinkSpecifications Glossary USE of this Product Implies Acceptance of the Terms below GlossaryRGB WMA3DQDVRQLF DUUDQW\ Index