Hitachi DV-RX5000U manual Maintenance, Product Service, Disc or use a new disc

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Troubleshooting guide

Recording and timer recording		Page
Cannot record.	≥You haven’t inserted a disc or the disc you inserted cannot be recorded on. Insert a disc the	11
	unit can record onto.
	≥The disc is unformatted. Format the disc so this unit can record on it.	34
	≥The write-protect tab on the cartridge is set to PROTECT.	11
	≥Some programs have limitations on the number of times they can be recorded (CPRM).	14
	≥The disc is protected with DISC SETTING.	34
	≥The disc is full or nearly full. Erase unneeded programs or use another disc.	32
	≥You cannot record on finalized DVD-R discs.	—
VCR Plusr programming	≥The guide channels are incorrect. Go to the Channel menu and correct them with “VCR	8
does not work properly.	Plusi CH Setting”.
	≥The clock is wrong. Go to the Set Up menu and correct it with “Clock Settings”.	49
Timer recording does not	≥The timer program is incorrect. Correct the program.	26
work properly.	≥The unit is not on timer recording standby. (“F” on the unit’s display is not on.) Press [Í,	—
	DVD POWER] to turn the unit off and make sure that “F” is on.	—
	≥Different timer program times overlap.
	≥The clock is wrong. Go to the Set Up menu and correct it with “Clock Settings”.	49
The unit switches to standby	≥The disc has run out of space. Use a disc that has enough space to record the program.	—
while making a timer record-
ing.
The timer program remains	≥The program remains if you select “DAILY” or “WEEKLY”.	25
even after recording finishes.
Timer recording does not	≥Press [∫] and then [ENTER] within 5 seconds to turn “F” off. Recording stops.	—
stop 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-	34
doesn’t increase even after	ing time does not increase. The data will be erased if you reformat the disc.
erasing recordings on the	≥If the disc is dirty, wipe with the DVD-RAM/PD disc cleaner (optional) before formatting.	50
disc.
A part or whole of a recorded	≥If there is a power failure or the plug is disconnected from the household AC outlet while
program has been lost.	recording or editing, the program may be lost or the disc may become unusable.	34
	➜ We cannot offer any guarantee regarding lost programs or discs. You will have to format
	the disc or use a new disc.

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.

Product Service

1.Damage requiring service—The unit should be serviced by qualified service personnel if:

(a)The AC power supply cord or AC adaptor has been damaged; or

(b)Objects or liquids have gotten into the unit; or (c)The unit has been exposed to rain; or

(d)The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance; or

(e)The unit has been dropped or the cabinet damaged.

2.Servicing—Do not attempt to service the unit beyond that described in these operating instructions. Refer all other servic- ing to authorized servicing personnel.

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 a generally available lens cleaner every 1 to 4 months, depend- ing on frequency of use and the operating environment. Read the lens cleaner’s instructions carefully before use.

3.Replacement parts—When parts need replacing ensure the servicer uses parts specified by the manufacturer or parts that have the same characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized substitutes may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

4.Safety check—After repairs or service, ask the servicer to per- form safety checks to confirm that the unit is in proper working condition.

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