Troubleshooting guide

Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the solutions indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, refer to “Customer Services Directory” on page 38 if you reside in the U.S.A., or refer to “Product information” on page 32 if you reside in Canada. In other areas, consult your dealer.

Power

No power.

Insert the AC power supply cord securely.

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The unit is automatically switched

The Sleep timer was working and had reached the set time limit.

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to standby mode.

 

 

 

 

 

Unit displays

The display is dark.

Select “Bright” in “FL Dimmer” in the “Others” menu.

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“NOPLAY”

You inserted a disc the unit cannot play; insert one it can.

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You inserted a blank disc.

 

You inserted a disc that has not been finalized.

 

 

 

“NODISC”

You have not inserted a disc; insert one.

 

You have not inserted the disc correctly; insert it correctly.

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“F61”

Check and correct the speaker cable connections.

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If this does not fix the problem, consult the dealer.

 

 

 

 

“F76”

There is a power supply problem. Consult the dealer.

 

 

 

“DVD U11”

Disc may be dirty. Wipe it clean.

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“ERROR”

Incorrect operation performed. Read the instructions and try again.

 

 

 

“DVD H∑∑

Trouble may have occurred. The numbers following “H” and “F” depend on the status of the unit.

“DVD F∑∑∑

Turn the unit off and then back on. Alternatively, turn the unit off, disconnect the AC power supply

 

stands for a number.

cord, and then reconnect it.

 

 

If the service numbers fail to clear, note the service number and contact a qualified service person.

 

 

 

[W1] ” or “ [W2] ” is flashing.

≥[W1] and [W2] are the wireless link indicators for the optional wireless accessories: SH-FX65 and

 

SH-FX85 respectively. The flashing will stop after a while.

 

 

 

 

“U701”

The connected equipment is not HDMI-compatible.

 

 

 

“U70

The HDMI connection acts unusually.

 

stands for a number.

– The connected equipment is not HDMI-compatible.

The actual number following “U70”

– Please use HDMI cables that have the HDMI logo (as shown on the cover).

will depend on the state of the main

– The HDMI cable is too long.

unit.

– The HDMI cable is damaged.

 

 

 

“XM RADIO”

It takes a short time for the XM radio to power up after turning on the main unit, during which time

 

“XM RADIO” is displayed (only when the selected source is XM).

 

 

Wait a few seconds for this process to complete.

 

 

 

 

“XM ERROR”

There may be an error in the XM radio module. Turn the main unit off, and then back on.

 

The XM antenna may be defective. Consult the dealer of the XM antenna.

 

 

 

“REMOTE 1” or “REMOTE 2”

Match the modes on the main unit and remote control. Depending on the number being displayed (“1”

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or “2”), press and hold [ENTER] and the corresponding numbered button ([1] or [2]) for at least 2

 

 

seconds.

 

 

 

 

General operation

No response when any buttons

This unit cannot play discs other than the ones listed in these operating instructions.

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are pressed.

The unit may not be operating properly due to lightning, static electricity or some other external

 

factor. Turn the unit off and then back on. Alternatively, turn the unit off, disconnect the AC power

 

 

supply cord, and then reconnect it.

 

Condensation has formed. Wait 1 to 2 hours for it to evaporate.

 

 

 

No response when remote control

Check that the batteries are installed correctly.

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buttons are pressed.

The batteries are depleted. Replace them with new ones.

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Aim the remote control at the remote control signal sensor and operate.

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Other products respond to the

Change the remote control operating mode.

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remote control.

 

 

 

 

 

Cannot play DVDs.

CD Mode is on. Press and hold [—CD MODE] to turn CD Mode off.

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No picture or sound.

Check the video or speaker connection.

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Check the power or input setting of the connected equipment and the main unit.

 

Check that the disc has something recorded on it.

 

 

 

You have forgotten your ratings

While stopped and “DVD/CD” is the source, press and hold [] (Stop) on the main unit and [S10]

password.

on the remote control until “Initialized” disappears from the television. Turn the unit off and on

 

Reset all the settings to Factory

again.

 

Preset.

All settings will return to the default values.

 

 

 

 

The EZ Sync HDAVI Control

Depending on the condition of the home theater system or the connected equipment, it may be

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function does not respond.

necessary to repeat the same operation so that the function can work correctly.

 

 

 

 

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