Panasonic DMR-E85H DIGA Operating Instructions Manual page 50

Troubleshooting guide
Operation
Cannot operate the television.
The remote control doesn't
work.
The unit is on but cannot be
operated.
HDD activation is slow.
Cannot eject disc.
Recording/Timer recording/Transferring (dubbing)
Cannot record.
Timer recording does not work
properly.
VCR Plus system does not
work properly.
Timer recording does not stop
even when [ ] is pressed.
The timer program remains
even after recording finishes.
A part or whole of a recorded
title has been lost.
Cannot transfer (dub) to a DVD-
R disc using the high speed
mode.
When transferring (dubbing), it
takes a long time even when
high speed mode is selected.
An unusually loud sound
coming from the rotating
DVD-R.
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Change manufacturer code. Some televisions cannot be operated even if you change the
code.
The remote control and main unit are using different codes. Change the code on the remote
control.
The batteries are depleted. Replace them with new ones.
Colored glass may obstruct the signal reception/transmission.
Don't place the signal sensor in direct sunlight or in areas that may be subject to sunlight
exposure.
Recording drive or playback drive has not been selected properly.
Some operations may be prohibited by the disc.
The unit is hot ("U14" appears on the display). Wait for "U14" to disappear.
One of the unit's safety devices may have been activated.
Reset the unit as follows:
Press [POWER /I] on the main unit to switch the unit to standby.
If the unit doesn't switch to standby, press and hold [POWER
10 seconds. The unit is forcibly switched to standby.
Alternatively, disconnect the AC power supply cord, wait one minute, then reconnect it.
The HDD is in SLEEP mode. ("HDD SLP" appears in the unit's display.)
The unit may have a problem. While the unit is off, press and hold [ ] and [CH
main unit at the same time for about 5 seconds. Remove the disc and consult the dealer.
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. [RAM]
The write-protect tab on the cartridge is set to PROTECT, or the disc is protected with DISC
SETTING.
Some programs have limitations on the number of times they can be recorded. (CPRM)
You cannot record when there is not enough space or when the number of titles has reached
its limit. Erase unwanted titles.
You cannot record on finalized DVD-R discs.
Due to peculiarities of DVD-R, you may be unable to record onto them if you either insert and
remove the disc or switch the unit on and off while a disc is loaded, a total of fifty times.
A DVD-R recorded on this unit may not be recordable on other Panasonic DVD recorders.
The timer program is incorrect or different timer program times overlap. Correct the program.
Timer recording program may be deleted if there is an interruption to the power.
VCR Plus system works only after this unit downloads the television program list.
Press [ ] and then [ENTER] within 5 seconds. Recording stops.
The timer program remains unless set to "Once".
If there is a power failure or the plug is disconnected from the household AC outlet while
recording or editing, the title may be lost or the HDD/disc may become unusable.
You will have to format the disc ([HDD] [RAM]) or use a new disc. We cannot offer any
guarantee regarding lost titles or discs.
When recording to the HDD, set "DVD-R High-Speed Recording" to "On" in the SETUP
menu.
Use a disc that is compatible with high speed recording. Even if the disc is high speed
recording compatible, the maximum speed recording rating may not be possible due to the
condition of the disc.
It takes longer than normal to transfer (dub) many titles.
You cannot high speed transfer (dub) to DVD-R titles longer than 6 hours when using other
Panasonic DVD recorders that are not compatible with EP (8 hour) mode recording.
When recording or high speed transferring (dubbing) to a DVD-R, the sound of the disc
rotating may be louder than normal; however, this is not a problem.
Press and hold [ENTER] and the indicated number button at
the same time for more than 2 seconds.
/I] on the main unit for about
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