Troubleshooting (continued)

 

 

 

Problem (Playback)

 

Solution

The DVD system does not

–

Insert a readable disc with the playback side facing

start playback.

 

down. The DVD+R/CD-R must be fi nalized.

 

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Check for any scratches or smudges on the disc.

 

–

Press SETUP to turn off the system setup menu

 

 

screen.

 

–

You may need to enter the password in order to

 

 

unlock the disc for playback.

 

–

Moisture may have condensed inside the system.

 

 

Remove the disc and leave the system turned on for

 

 

about an hour.

English

The aspect ratio of the screen cannot be changed even though you have set the TV display.

Cannot activate some features such as Angles, Subtitles, or multi-language Audio.

Not able to select some items in the setup/system menu.

–The aspect ratio is fi xed on the DVD disc.

–Depending on the TV, it may not be possible to change the aspect ratio.

–The features may not be available on the DVD.

–Changing the language for the sound or subtitle is prohibited on this DVD.

–Press STOP button twice before selecting the system setup menu.

–Depending on the disc availability, some menu items cannot be selected.

Unable to play DivX movies. – Check that the DivX fi le is encoded in ‘Home Theater’ mode with DivX certifi ed encoder.

Radio reception is poor. – If the signal is too weak, adjust the antenna or connect an external antenna for better reception.

–Increase the distance between the system and your TV or VCR.

–Tune in to the correct frequency.

–Place the antenna further away from any equipment that may be causing the interference.

The DVD system does not – Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet

work.for a few minutes. Reconnect the power cord and try to operate again as usual.

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