Troubleshooting - Panasonic NV-VHD1 B Operating Instructions Manual

Troubleshooting

The display is not illuminated:
The mains lead is not connected.
n Check the connection.
Safety devices are operating.
n Disconnect the unit from AC mains for one minute,
then check if the unit can be operated.
The display is illuminated, but the unit cannot operate:
The unit is in Timer recording Standby mode.
n Cancel Standby mode by pressing the TIMER button.
The child lock is activated.
n Settings can be changed (see page 8).
Tape transport noise
During JET SEARCH the tape transport noise will increase.
n This is not a functional fault.
The recording function does not work correctly
The VCR display is flashing when you try to record.
n In order to record, use a video cassette with an intact
erasure prevention tab (see page 6).
The Programmed recording function does not work.
n The time and date must be set correctly (see page 6).
The VCR does not record, even though the recording has been programmed.
n Set the start time and the time to stop recording correctly,
and set the VCR on Standby Recording by pressing
the TIMER button (see pages 6-7).
n The PDC function was used to set the recording,
but the Start time input was incorrect (see page 6-7)
Automatic Clock correction is not working correctly
[Clock setting] is on manually [MAN.]
n Set clock to [AUTO] (see page 9).
There is no programme with clock signal available.
Set the clock manually (see page 9).
The picture or the sound is distorted
The TV reception is not adjusted.
n Readjust the reception (see page 3).
The sound is distorted.
n Set the sound system (see page 10).
The tracking is not set correctly.
n Adjust the VCR tracking manually (see page 23).
Picture distortion can be caused by using E300 cassettes
which were recorded with a slow tape speed (LP or EP).
n You are advised not to use E300 cassettes.
The aerial lead or scart lead is not correctly connected or is defective.
n Check the connections, aerial signal and leads
(replace leads if necessary).
Setting for SQPB (S-VHS Quasi Playback) is not correct.
n Setting can be changed (see page 10).
The video heads are soiled or worn out.
n Please contact service center for assistance.
Head cleaning by a service center is not covered by warranty.
This product may receive radio interference caused
by mobile telephones during use.
n In such interference is apparent, please increase separation
between the product and the mobile telephone.
The cassette is recorded in a tape speed, colour or video standard
which is not corresponding to the VCR setting.
n Check which standard was used when the video cassette was recorded.
If problems occur which you cannot deal with yourself,
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consult a service center (see the Guarantee Information).
The remote control does not work correctly
The signal from the remote control does not reach the unit's window,
or the distance is too long.
n Point the remote control in direction to the unit.
n Remove obstructions between the unit and the remote control
(its transmitting distance is about 7 metres).
The batteries in the remote control are exhausted,
or the batteries have not been inserted with the correct polarity.
n Check the batteries and if necessary insert new batteries (see page 2).
No response when buttons are pressed
n Check if the remote control is operating VCR1 or VCR2
by holding |ENTER| and pressing [1] or [2] (see page 9)
Some operations may be prohibited by the disc or tape.
The unit may not be operating properly due to lightning or static electricity.
n Press [
g
/I] to switch the unit to standby mode, disconnect the AC
mains lead, then reconnect it.
Condensation has formed.
n Wait 1 to 2 hours for it to evaporate.
Playback does not start even when Playback
n You can only playback DVD discs if the region number is the
same as, or includes the same region number as the unit,
or if the DVD is marked [All].
n The disc may be dirty.
n Ensure that the disc is inserted with the label on the side to be
played facing upwards.
n For some Disc it needs time to read the disc information
(this is not a functional fault).
Alternative DVD languages cannot be selected
n An alternative language cannot be selected if the disc does not
contain more than one language.
n With some discs, the alternative language must be selected
in a disc menu.
No DVD subtitles
n Subtitles only appear if they are recorded on the disc.
n Subtitles are switched off. Display the subtitles.
Soundtrack or subtitle language is not the one selected in
the DVD setup menu
n The language is not recorded on the disc.
Angle cannot be changed
n Only one angle is recorded on the disc.
DVD SOUND
No sound, distorted sound
n Check the connections. Check the volume on the equipment
you have connected. If the DVD is recorded in DTS,
no sound will be output. Try selecting another soundtrack.
n Turn ADVANCED SURROUND off, if it causes distortion.
Piercing noise comes from the speakers
n Ensure you have selected the correct setting for [Dolby Digital],
[Digital Surround] and [MPEG] in the SETUP screen's
AUDIO menu.
DVD PICTURE
Picture distorted during search
n The picture will be somewhat distorted at times. This is normal.
No picture
n Ensure that the equipment is connected properly.
n Ensure that the equipment is turned on.
n Ensure the television's video input setting is correct.
The picture shown on the television is not normal
n Go to the VIDEO menu in the SETUP screen and change
[TV Aspect] to suit your TV.
n Ensure that the unit is connected directly to the television and is
not connected through a video cassette recorder.
Ensure the [AV1 Output (Scart)] selection is correct for the TV input.
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