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Reference

Troubleshooting guide

Recording/Timer recording/Dubbing

 

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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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unit can record onto.

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≥The disc is unformatted. Format the disc so this unit can record on it.

 

≥The write-protect tab on the cartridge is set to PROTECT.

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

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≥The disc is protected with DISC SETTING.

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≥The HDD or the disc is full or nearly full. Erase unneeded programs or use another disc.

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≥You cannot record on finalized DVD-R discs.

 

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≥Recording to a DVD-R may no longer be possible if you perform the following types of opera-

 

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tions 50 or more times. When repeatedly inserting or removing the DVD-R and when the

 

 

 

power is switched on or off while the DVD-R is in the unit tray.

 

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≥A DVD-R recorded on this unit may not be recordable on other Panasonic DVD recorders.

 

 

 

 

 

VCR Plusr programming

≥The guide channels are incorrect. Go to the Channel menu and correct them with “VCR

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does not work properly.

Plusi CH Setting”.

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≥The clock is wrong. Go to the Set Up menu and correct it with “Clock Settings”.

 

 

 

 

Timer recording does not

≥The timer program is incorrect. Correct the program.

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work properly.

≥Different timer program times overlap.

 

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≥The clock is wrong. Go to the Set Up menu and correct it with “Clock Settings”.

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The unit switches to standby

≥The disc has run out of space. Use a disc that has enough space to record the program.

 

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while making a timer recording.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The timer program remains

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

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even after recording finishes.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Timer recording does not stop

≥Press [∫] and then [ENTER] within 5 seconds to turn “F” off. Recording stops.

 

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even when [∫] is pressed.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The available recording time

≥As this unit is unable to erase data written to DVD-RAM with a computer, the available record-

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doesn’t increase even after

ing time does not increase. The data will be erased if you reformat the disc.

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erasing recordings on the

≥If the disc is dirty, wipe with the DVD-RAM/PD disc cleaner (optional) before formatting.

disc.

≥Available recording space on the DVD-R does not increase even after erasing previously

 

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recorded programming.

 

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≥The available recording time will become smaller after recording still pictures, and SD VIDEO

 

 

(MPEG4) programs.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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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program has been lost.

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

 

 

 

‹ We cannot offer any guarantee regarding lost programs or discs. You will have to format

 

 

 

the HDD/disc or use a new disc.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cannot dub to a DVD-R disc

≥When recording to the HDD, set “Rec inDVD-R high speed mode” to “On” from the Disc

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using the high speed mode.

menu. Note that you cannot dub programs to a DVD-R disc using the high speed mode if you

 

 

 

recorded the program on a DVD recorder that does not have the “Rec in DVD-R high speed

 

 

 

mode” function, even when dubbing to the HDD with this setting “On”.

 

 

 

 

 

 

When dubbing to a DVD-R, it

≥It takes longer than normal when dubbing programs that contain LPCM audio.

 

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takes a long time even when

≥Use a DVD-R that is compatible with high speed recording.

 

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high speed mode is selected.

≥Dubbing will take longer than normal when there are many programs.

 

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An unusually large sound is

≥When recording or high speed dubbing to a DVD-R, the sound of the disc rotating may be

 

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coming from the rotating

larger than normal, however, this is not a problem.

 

 

DVD-R.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Still pictures/SD VIDEO (MPEG4) programs

 

 

 

 

 

 

The contents of the card

≥The card format is not compatible with the unit. (The contents on the card may be damaged.)

 

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cannot be read.

‹ Format using FAT 12 or FAT 16 with other equipment or format the card with this unit.

 

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≥The card contains a folder structure and or file extensions that are not compatible with this unit.

 

 

≥Turn off and then turn on the unit again.

 

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Copying, erasing and setting

≥When there are a lot of folders and files, it may sometimes take a few hours.

 

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protection takes a long time.

≥When repeating copying or erasing, it may sometimes take a long time. Format the disc or

 

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card.

 

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The PC card cannot be removed.

≥Make sure the PC card is slotted home firmly before attempting to remove.

 

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Discs make sounds as they rotate. This does not indicate a malfunction.

Maintenance

The precision parts in this unit are readily affected by the envi- ronment, especially temperature, humidity, and dust. Cigarette smoke also can cause malfunction or breakdown.

To clean this unit, wipe with a soft, dry cloth.

≥Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit.

≥Before using chemically treated cloth, read the instructions that came with the cloth carefully.

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Observe the following points to ensure continued listening and viewing pleasure.

Dust and dirt may adhere to the unit’s lens over time, making it impossible to record or play discs.

Use the DVD-RAM/PD lens cleaner (LF-K123LCA1) about once every year, depending on frequency of use and the operating envi- ronment. Read the lens cleaner’s instructions carefully before use.

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Contents Warranty can be found on ExampleFollowing Applies only in the U.S.A FCC NoteBefore moving the unit, ensure the disc tray is empty RQLS0233 Inside of productFeatures Table of contents AccessoriesAntenna and television connections Video OUT terminalComponent Video OUT terminal Use Remote controlBatteries Do notIf Plug-in Auto Tuning fails Press 3, 4 to select Antenna Sys Tem and press EnterAdding and deleting channels Cancel VCR Plusi guide channel settingsPress 3, 4 to select VCR Plusr CH Setting and press Enter Station Guide Channel Channel settingPress 3, 4 to select TV Screen and press Set up to match your televisionTelevision operation Press 3, 4 to select TV Type and press EnterDiscs that cannot be played Disc informationDiscs you can use for recording and play Play-only discs Discs you can useHDD Hard disk drive SD/PC cardControl reference guide Remote controlPower button Í, DVD Power 100Main unit Unit’s displayPress OPEN/CLOSE to open the tray and insert a disc left Press REC Mode to select the recording mode nextRecording television programs Inserting discsWatching the television while recording Press Functions Recording from a video cassette recorderDV Automatic Recording DV Auto REC Press 3, 4, 2, 1 to select DV Auto REC and then EnterPlaying while you are recording Simultaneous rec and playReviewing the recorded images while recording-Time Slip Playing discs Press OPEN/CLOSE to open the tray and insert a discWhen a menu screen appears on the television Using the Direct NavigatorPosition Memory Other methods of play Quick View Skipping a minute forward-CM SkipSelecting an amount of time to skip -Time Slip Marking places to play again-MARKERPress 3, 4 to select the folder and press Enter Playing still pictures and SD Video MPEG4 programsPress 3, 4 to select Input and press Enter Press 3, 4 to select the drive and press EnterTo play SD Video MPEG4 programs Press 3, 4 to select Slide Show and press EnterPress 3 To select Play Press Enter DVD- Jpeg RAMPress 1 to display the tree screen Using menus to play MP3 discsPress TOP Menu Press 3, 4, 2, 1 to select a group and press EnterWhile playing HDD, DVD-RAM or Video CD Changing audioPress Audio While playing DVD-Audio or DVD-VideoTimer recording Using VCR Plusr codes to make timer recordingsSpecify a time to stop recording Manually programming timer recordings Press 3, 4 to select on and then Enter Auto Renewal RecordingPress 3, 4 to select the program and then Enter Check programsPress 3, 4 to select the program Change or cancel the programPress Cancel or ADD/DLT to delete Or press Enter to changeSelect items for dubbing Select the recording modeDubbing programs or play list Select the dubbing directionPress 2, 1 to select Yes and press Enter One Touch DubbingPress Dubbing Capacity for SD Video MPEG4 programsPress Enter at the end point Creating play listsPress Enter at the start point Press 3, 4 to select Exit and press EnterPlaying play lists Playing play list scenesTo erase a play list or a play list scene during playback Editing play lists Move Re-editErase Editing programs Press 2, 1 to set protection and press Enter Press 2, 1 to Select ErasePress Enter Enter atEditing still pictures Select the copying drive Press 3, 4, 2, 1 to select a still picture and press EnterPress 3, 4, 2, 1 to select Copy and press Enter To erase check marksPrint Dpof Settings FormatProtect FunctionsreturnPress 3, 4, 2, 1 to select Erase and press Enter Press 3, 4, 2, 1 to select Set Up or Cancel and press EnterPress Enter to complete Procedure Press 2, 1 to select Yes and press EnterEditing SD Video MPEG4 programs Press Enter To complete Press 2, 1 toSelect Yes Select Start Press 2 Press 2, 1 toPress 3, 4 to select Item and press HDD, Disc settingDisc Protection Select First playProtection and press To complete Press Press Enter ProcedurePress 2, 1 to set disc Press Press 2 Press 2, 1 toPress 3, 4, 2, 1 to select the character and press Enter Using the numbered buttons to enter charactersEntering text To erase a characterPress Status On-screen displaysChanging the information displayed Display examplesDisc menu Using on-screen menusCommon procedures Press 3, 4 to select the menuVideo menu Play menuAudio menu On nextWhen User is selected 3D NRSet Up Changing the unit’s settingsSummary of settings ChannelVideo AudioDisplay ScreenDTS Audio channel for DV input Press Setup to show the menusPress Setup Tabs Menus OptionsPress 3, 4 to select Auto Clock Setting and press Enter Clock settingsPress 3, 4 to select Manual Clock Setting and press Enter Press 3, 4 to select Time Zone Adjust and press EnterOther channel settings Press 3, 4 to select ChannelPress Enjoying more powerful sound Home TheaterEnjoying CATV/Satellite broadcasts Connecting a cable TV box/satellite receiver One cable TV box/satellite receiverTwo cable TV boxes Connecting an amplifier or system component Recording to digital recording equipment or cassette tapesConnecting other video equipment Other antenna connections Other antenna connection to the unitOther antenna connection from the unit to the television Glossary How to hold a disc or CardHandling precautions Disc handlingError messages On the televisionOn the unit’s display Troubleshooting guide Will be the front two speakers only SionMaintenance DVD-RSpecifications DMR-E100H Limited Warranty only for U.S.APanasonic DVD Recorder Limited Warranty User memoPanasonic Canada Inc Limited Warranty only for CanadaProduct Service Product informationPara disfrutar del vídeo progresivo Guía de referencia rápida en españolConexiones del televisor y de la antena PreparaciónPulse ¥, REC para iniciar la grabación Pulse REC Mode para seleccionar el modo de grabaciónGrabación de progr amas de televisión Reproducción de discosIndex Electric Corporation of America Puerto Rico, Inc. 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