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For Your Reference
No power. • Insert the power plug securely into the power outlet.
• Check if the ON/OFF button on the front of the recorder is set to on.
• Check if no power at the AC outlet by plugging in another appliance for a test.
The recorder does not start playback when • Condensation has formed: wait about 1 to 2 hours to allow the recorder to dry
out.
PLAY is pressed. • The recorder cannot play discs other than DVDs and audio CDs.
• Check if the disc is defective by trying another disc.
• Check the region (local) code.
The recorder starts playback but stops • The disc may be dirty and may require cleaning.
immediately. • Ensure that the disc is installed with the label side up.
No picture. • Ensure that the equipment is connected properly.
• Ensure that the input setting for the TV is “Video”.
• Check if the TV is on.
• Select the same program and source on the TV as on the recorder.
No sound. • Ensure that the equipment is connected properly.
• If using a HiFi ampli er, try another sound source.
• Check the Audio Output Setting menu to make sure that Analog Output is
selected.
Distorted sound. • Ensure that the input settings for the TV and stereo system are proper.
• No sound is heard during still picture (pause) or slow-motion playback.
No audio at Digital Output. • Check the digital connections.
• Check the settings menu to make sure that the digital output is set to on.
• Check if the audio format of the selected audio language matches your receiver
capabilities.
Distorted picture. • Check the disc for ngerprints and clean with a soft cloth, wiping from center to
edge.
• Sometimes a small amount of picture distortion may appear. This is not a mal-
function.
Completely distorted picture or no color • The disc format is not according to the TV-set used (PAL/NTSC).
in picture.
Picture is distorted during rapid advance • The picture will be somewhat distorted at times: this is normal.
or rapid reverse.
No rapid advance (or rapid reverse) • Some discs may have sections which prohibit rapid advance (or rapid reverse).
playback.
No 4:3 (16:9) picture. • Choose the correct setup “Aspect Ratio” item which matches the TV set used.
No operations perform with the remote • Check the batteries are installed with the correct polarities (+ and –).
control. • The batteries are depleted: replace them with new ones.
• Point the remote control unit at the remote control signal sensor and operate.
• Operate the remote control unit at a distance of not more than 7 meters from the
remote control signal sensor.
• Remove the obstacles between the remote control unit and remote control signal
sensor.
5-1 Troubleshooting
Before requesting service for the DVD Recorder, check the chart below for a possible cause of
the problem you are ex pe ri enc ing. Some simple checkups or a minor adjustment on your part may
eliminate the problem and restore proper op er a tion.
SYMPTOM (COMMON) REMEDY