Maintenance - Panasonic DMR-E100H Operating Instructions Manual

Troubleshooting guide
Recording/Timer recording/Dubbing
Cannot record.
VCR Plusr programming
does not work properly.
Timer recording does not
work properly.
The unit switches to standby
while making a timer recording.
The timer program remains
even after recording finishes.
Timer recording does not stop
even when [∫] is pressed.
The available recording time
doesn't increase even after
erasing recordings on the
disc.
A part or whole of a recorded
program has been lost.
Cannot dub to a DVD-R disc
using the high speed mode.
When dubbing to a DVD-R, it
takes a long time even when
high speed mode is selected.
An unusually large sound is
coming from the rotating
DVD-R.
Still pictures/SD VIDEO (MPEG4) programs
The contents of the card
cannot be read.
Copying, erasing and setting
protection takes a long time.
The PC card cannot be removed.
Discs make sounds as they rotate. This does not indicate a malfunction.

Maintenance

The precision parts in this unit are readily affected by the envi-
ronment, especially temperature, humidity, and dust. Cigarette
smoke also can cause malfunction or breakdown.
To clean this unit, wipe with a soft, dry cloth.
≥Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit.
≥Before using chemically treated cloth, read the instructions that
came with the cloth carefully.
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≥You haven't inserted a disc or the disc you inserted cannot be recorded on. Insert a disc the
unit can record onto.
≥The disc is unformatted. Format the disc so this unit can record on it.
≥The write-protect tab on the cartridge is set to PROTECT.
≥Some programs have limitations on the number of times they can be recorded (CPRM).
≥The disc is protected with DISC SETTING.
≥The HDD or the disc is full or nearly full. Erase unneeded programs or use another disc.
≥You cannot record on finalized DVD-R discs.
≥Recording to a DVD-R may no longer be possible if you perform the following types of opera-
tions 50 or more times. When repeatedly inserting or removing the DVD-R and when the
power is switched on or off while the DVD-R is in the unit tray.
≥A DVD-R recorded on this unit may not be recordable on other Panasonic DVD recorders.
≥The guide channels are incorrect. Go to the Channel menu and correct them with "VCR
Plusi CH Setting".
≥The clock is wrong. Go to the Set Up menu and correct it with "Clock Settings".
≥The timer program is incorrect. Correct the program.
≥Different timer program times overlap.
≥The clock is wrong. Go to the Set Up menu and correct it with "Clock Settings".
≥The disc has run out of space. Use a disc that has enough space to record the program.
≥The timer program remains if set to daily or weekly.
≥Press [∫] and then [ENTER] within 5 seconds to turn "
≥As this unit is unable to erase data written to DVD-RAM with a computer, the available record-
ing time does not increase. The data will be erased if you reformat the disc.
≥If the disc is dirty, wipe with the DVD-RAM/PD disc cleaner (optional) before formatting.
≥Available recording space on the DVD-R does not increase even after erasing previously
recorded programming.
≥The available recording time will become smaller after recording still pictures, and SD VIDEO
(MPEG4) programs.
≥If there is a power failure or the plug is disconnected from the household AC outlet while
recording or editing, the program may be lost or the HDD/disc may become unusable.
‹ We cannot offer any guarantee regarding lost programs or discs. You will have to format
the HDD/disc or use a new disc.
≥When recording to the HDD, set "Rec in DVD-R high speed mode" to "On" from the Disc
menu. Note that you cannot dub programs to a DVD-R disc using the high speed mode if you
recorded the program on a DVD recorder that does not have the "Rec in DVD-R high speed
mode" function, even when dubbing to the HDD with this setting "On".
≥It takes longer than normal when dubbing programs that contain LPCM audio.
≥Use a DVD-R that is compatible with high speed recording.
≥Dubbing will take longer than normal when there are many programs.
≥When recording or high speed dubbing to a DVD-R, the sound of the disc rotating may be
larger than normal, however, this is not a problem.
≥The card format is not compatible with the unit. (The contents on the card may be damaged.)
‹ Format using FAT 12 or FAT 16 with other equipment or format the card with this unit.
≥The card contains a folder structure and or file extensions that are not compatible with this unit.
≥Turn off and then turn on the unit again.
≥When there are a lot of folders and files, it may sometimes take a few hours.
≥When repeating copying or erasing, it may sometimes take a long time. Format the disc or
card.
≥Make sure the PC card is slotted home firmly before attempting to remove.
F
" off. Recording stops.
Observe the following points to ensure continued listening and
viewing pleasure.
Dust and dirt may adhere to the unit's lens over time, making it
impossible to record or play discs.
Use the DVD-RAM/PD lens cleaner (LF-K123LCA1) about once
every year, depending on frequency of use and the operating envi-
ronment. Read the lens cleaner's instructions carefully before use.
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