Before Requesting Service

Before requesting service, check the following points once again.

General

No power.

Connect the AC mains lead securely to mains supply.

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No response when buttons

Some operations may be prohibited by the disc.

pressed.

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

 

 

external factor.

 

Reset procedure:

 

 

Press [VHS/DVDÍ] to switch the unit to the standby mode and then back to ON.

 

 

Alternatively, press [VHS/DVDÍ] to switch the unit to the standby mode, disconnect the AC

 

 

mains lead, and wait for 1 minute. Reconnect the AC mains lead.

 

 

 

No operations can be performed

Check the batteries are installed correctly.

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with the remote control.

The batteries are depleted: Replace them with new ones.

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Point the remote control at the remote control sensor and operate.

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Cannot select alternative

This function depends on software availability.

languages.

Try selecting from the disc’s menu if one is available.

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The SETUP menu cannot be

Switch [VHS/TV/DVD] to “DVD”.

accessed.

Cancel all program and random play.

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Cannot operate the unit.

Switch [VHS/TV/DVD] to an appropriate position.

Cannot operate the TV.

The unit is in timer recording standby (“ ” is on on the unit’s display).

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Check the TV maker setting.

 

 

 

 

 

TV reception worsens after

This can occur because the signals are being divided between the unit and the TV.

 

connecting the unit.

It can be solved by using a signal booster, available from audio-visual suppliers. Consult

 

 

your dealer if reception does not improve.

The tape counter isn’t changing.

The tape counter does not change while playing unrecorded parts.

 

The tape is dirty or damaged. Consult your dealer if this is the case.

 

 

 

No on-screen display.

Go to “OPTION” in the VHS MENU, and select “AUTO” for “OSD”.

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Go to “Display” in the SETUP menu, and select “On” for “On-Screen Messages”.

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The menu is displayed in a

Go to “LANGUAGE” in the VHS MENU, and select the desired language for menus.

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different language.

Go to “Disc” in the SETUP menu, and select the preferred language for “Menus”.

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On-Screen Menu Icon is only

Press [34] while the rightmost icon is highlighted to move them down.

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partially displayed on the TV.

 

 

 

 

 

Sound

No sound.

Check the connections.

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Distorted sound.

Check the volume on the equipment you have connected.

 

Ensure that the input settings on the other equipment are correct.

 

Turn ADVANCED SURROUND off if it causes distortion.

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Output from this unit will be in stereo (2 channels) when ADVANCED SURROUND is on.

 

 

Turn ADVANCED SURROUND off if you are using three or more speakers.

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Press [ 1](PLAY) to restore normal play after changing the speed.

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Noise may occur when playing WMA files.

 

 

 

Piercing noise comes from the

If you have connected this unit to other equipment through the OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO

 

speakers.

terminal, ensure you have selected the correct settings for “Dolby Digital”, “DTS Digital

 

 

Surround” and “MPEG” in the SETUP menu’s “Audio” menu.

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There is noise when playing a

Adjust the tracking.

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video tape.

The tape is old or damaged.

 

 

 

Effects do not work.

Dialogue Enhancer and ADVANCED SURROUND do not work when the unit is outputting

 

 

bitstream signals.

 

ADVANCED SURROUND does not work if you have changed the play speed.

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Recording

The picture is recorded with noise or a blank screen.

Timer recording doesn’t record a programme correctly.

” flashes when I try to start recording. Cannot record.

Check the antenna connection to the unit.

Check your normal TV picture. If there is no picture, check your antenna. The unit is not correctly tuned. Retune the unit.

A1 or A2 has been selected. Select the required TV programme.

The playback picture is distorted when recorded in the EP mode using MESECAM system. We recommend PAL system for recording in the EP mode.

Check the clock and calendar.

Set the channel and start/end times correctly.

Be sure to press [TIMER] after programming to put the unit in timer recording standby. Programme times may be overlapped.

If the erasure prevention tab has been removed, cover the hole with adhesive tape.

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Panasonic VP-31GN manual Before Requesting Service, General, Sound