Troubleshooting Guide, Power, Operation, Picture | Sanyo DRW-500

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

If you have followed the instructions and are having difficulty operating the unit, locate the SYMPTOM in the left column below. Check the corresponding POSSIBLE CAUSE and CORRECTIVE ACTION columns to locate and remedy the problem.

Power

		SYMPTOM	POSSIBLE CAUSE	CORRECTIVE ACTION

	No power.		The power cord is not connected.	Insert the power plug into the AC wall outlet.
			The power is not on.	Press the POWER button to turn the power on.

	Operation

		SYMPTOM	POSSIBLE CAUSE	CORRECTIVE ACTION

	The operation or display is not normal.		The unit must be reset.	1. Disconnect the power cord.
				2. Connect the power cord again.
				3. Operate the unit.

	Picture

		SYMPTOM	POSSIBLE CAUSE	CORRECTIVE ACTION

	There is no picture.		The video cable is not connected.	Connect the video cable into the jack.

			The TV is not set to receive signals from the unit.	Select the correct input function on the TV.

			No disc is loaded.	Load a disc. See page E45.

			“PROGRESSIVE” mode is set.	Select “INTERLACE” mode. See page E44.

	The playback picture is poor.		The disc is dirty.	Clean the disc or replace it.

			An unplayable disc is loaded.	Load a playable or recordable disc. See page E38.

	Screen size is wrong.		Incorrect aspect ratio setup on TV.	Refer to your TV’s owner manual.

			Incorrect “TV Display” setting.	Select the appropriate setting for your TV screen
				size. See page E30.

			The aspect ratio of the disc is fixed on your DVD
			The aspect ratio of the disc is fixed on your DVD

	“	” appears on the TV screen.	The selected function does not operate on the disc	The feature or action cannot be completed at this
			now.	time because:
				• The operation is prohibited by the unit or the disc.
				• The feature is not available at the moment.
				• The DVD software restricts it.
				• The DVD software doesn’t support the feature
				(e.g., angles).

	TV picture does not appear on the TV		The antenna cable is not connected.	See the antenna connections. See page E8.
	screen.
	screen.		TV channel is not selected.	• In “NO DISC” mode, (1) press the n button, (2)
			TV channel is not selected.	• In “NO DISC” mode, (1) press the n button, (2)
				press the TV button, (3) and press the CHANNEL
				button (+ or -) or press the number buttons on the
				remote control.
				• Press the INPUT button to select the TV mode.
				• Press the TV/DVD button on the remote control to
				select the TV mode.

	TV reception worsens after connect-		RF signals are weak.	RF signals are being divided between the unit and
	TV reception worsens after connect-		RF signals are weak.	the TV. Use a signal booster. Please consult your
	ing the unit.			the TV. Use a signal booster. Please consult your
	ing the unit.			A/V dealer.
				A/V dealer.

	The playback picture or TV program		The program contains copy protection signals that	Disconnect the playback equipment form the unit
	from the equipment connected		restricts copying.	and connect it directly to your TV.
	through the unit is distorted.

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Sanyo DRW-500 instruction manual Troubleshooting Guide, Power, Operation, Picture

Contents

SANYO’S HELP-LINE Please Read This Manual Contents Important Safety Instructions Example of Antenna Grounding AS PER Safety Certification Accessories Controls Front PanelFL Display Back Panel Remote Control Remote control rangeInserting batteries Important Note To reduce the volume temporarily muting For Safe and Efficient Operation Connecting the Antenna Cable Basic ConnectionBefore Connection If you use See Channel Switch Setting Example Basic Antenna/Cable Connections Example Connecting a Cable Box Partial back panel Connecting the Video Cable Example Connecting to the Video OUT jackExample Connecting to the S-VIDEO OUT jack Example Connecting to the Component Video OUT jacks Connecting the Audio Cables Example Connecting to your TV or Audio SystemFor Video connection, see page E11 Yellow plug is used for video connection. See page E11 To enjoy Dolby Digital or DTS sound DVD recorder To Audio OUT jacks Partial back panel Connecting the Power Cord Example Connection for recording from other equipment See AV Select on page E32Video cable WhiteL To AV1 in jacks Not supplied Example Connection for recording to other equipment Connecting to a Satellite Receiver or a Cable Box Setting the Clock Important NotePreparations To Set the Clock Tuner Setting Setting Channel SetupTuner Select Auto CH Scan Channel ListChannel List Modify Channel MTS Multi-channel TV Sound Select Before Initial Setting Common ProcedureSetup Power Important Note Initial Settings Recording SetupSetting Record Mode Recording Setup --- Record Mode & Auto Chapter Setting Auto Chapter Setting Disc Menu DVD Control Setting Angle Mark Setting AudioSetting Subtitle Setting Parental Control If you forget the password…Choosing Rating Parental Control Set Set Password +10 Setting Menu Language General SetupGeneral General --- Menu Language Setting TV Display Video SetupVideo Video --- TV Display Setting Digital Out Setting DRC Dynamic Range ControlAudio Setup Audio Preparations Setting AV1 Select and AV2 Select AV SelectAV Select --- AV1 Select & AV2 Select AV Select Setting Record Time Record Status Setting Record Day Important InformationNumber Buttons Important Note Setting Input Source Setting TV Setting Title E36 Record List Disc Information Recordable DiscsPlayable Discs Disc type and logo mark Handling, Storing and Cleaning Discs Region Number DVD-Video disc onlyDVD-Video Disc Audio CD Disc OPEN/CLOSE Power REC ModeRecording See Recordable Discs on page E38 REC Mode Record m To pause recording Recording TV ProgramsPause Stop Number Buttons Display Channel + To watch another TV while recording TV/DVD AudioRecording stereo program and SAP Second Audio Program See MTS Multi-channel TV Sound Select on page E21 Timer Recording Power Input SetupRecording from an External Equipment VCR, etc Pause Stop Record m Disc Playback Basic Playback Stopping Playback Selecting a Top Menu Selecting a DVD MenuChapter Track Skip Title or Chapter Search Time Search CD Track Search CDFast Playback Slow Motion Playback DVD-Video DVD+RW DVD+R Picture Zoom Viewing from a Desired Camera Angle Multi-Angle DVD-VideoRepeat Playback Designated Range Repeat Playback A-B Repeat Selecting Subtitle Language Selecting Audio Soundtrack Language Multi-LanguageSubtitle Audio Changing the audio channel output Shuffle Playback CD Programmed Playback CDTo Check the Disc Playing Time Shuffle Prog MP3 CD Operation Before StartingMP3 CD Playback Pause File SkipTo Check the Elapsed Playing Time Pause Stop Play Picture Disc Operation Kodak Picture CD Playback Jpeg CD Playback If the disc is mixed with MP3 and Jpeg files…A, b Enter Play Pause Stop Editing Check carefully before proceeding Play/Edit TitlesPlay Title DVD+RW DVD+R Press a or b to select the title first Title Delete DVD+RW Edit Title Rename DVD+RW DVD+R Check carefully before proceeding Edit DiscFormat Disc DVD+RW Erase Disc DVD+RW Rename Disc DVD+RW DVD+R Protect Disc DVD+RW Troubleshooting Guide PowerOperation Picture Recording/Timer Recording SoundPlayback Maintenance SpecificationsCleaning the cabinet Weekdays 730 AM 400 PM Central Time ObligationsExclusions Model No Serial No Date of Purchase