Troubleshooting guide
Recording and timer recordingPage
Cannot record.eYou haven?t inserted a disc or the disc you inserted cannot be recorded on. Insert a disc the11
unit can record onto.
eThe disc is unformatted. Format the disc so this unit can record on it. 34
eThe write-protect tab on the cartridge is set to PROTECT.11
eSome programs have limitations on the number of times they can be recorded (CPRM).14
eThe disc is protected with DISC SETTING.34
eThe disc is full or nearly full. Erase unneeded programs or use another disc.32
eYou cannot record on finalized DVD-R discs.?
VCR Plusr programming eThe guide channels are incorrect. Go to the Channel menu and correct them with ?VCR8
does not work properly.Plusi CH Setting?.
eThe clock is wrong. Go to the Set Up menu and correct it with ?Clock Settings?.49
Timer recording does not eThe timer program is incorrect. Correct the program. 26
work properly.eThe unit is not on timer recording standby. (?F ? on the unit?s display is not on.) Press [? ,?
DVD POWER] to turn the unit off and make sure that ?F ? is on.
eDifferent timer program times overlap.?
eThe clock is wrong. Go to the Set Up menu and correct it with ?Clock Settings?. 49
The unit switches to standby eThe disc has run out of space. Use a disc that has enough space to record the program.?
while making a timer record-
ing.
The timer program remains eThe program remains if you select ?DAILY? or ?WEEKLY?. 25
even after recording finishes.
Timer recording does not ePress [+ ] and then [ENTER] within 5 seconds to turn ?F ? off. Recording stops.?
stop even when [+ ] is
pressed.
The available recording time eAs this unit is unable to erase data written to DVD-RAM with a computer, the available record-34
doesn?t increase even after ing time does not increase. The data will be erased if you reformat the disc.
erasing recordings on the eIf the disc is dirty, wipe with the DVD-RAM/PD disc cleaner (optional) before formatting. 50
disc.
A part or whole of a recorded eIf there is a power failure or the plug is disconnected from the household AC outlet while
program has been lost.recording or editing, the program may be lost or the disc may become unusable.
? We cannot offer any guarantee regarding lost programs or discs. You will have to format34
the disc or use a new disc.
Discs make sounds as they rotate. This does not indicate a malfunction.
Reference
Maintenance
The precision parts in this unit are readily affected by the envi-Observe the following points to ensure continued listening and
ronment, especially temperature, humidity, and dust. Cigaretteviewing pleasure.
smoke also can cause malfunction or breakdown.Dust and dirt may adhere to the unit?s lens over time, making it
impossible to record or play discs.
To clean this unit, wipe with a soft, dry cloth.Use DVD-RAM/PD lens cleaner (LF-K123LCA1) every 1 to 4
eNever use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit.months, depending on frequency of use and the operating environ-
eBefore using chemically treated cloth, read the instructions thatment. Read the lens cleaner?s instructions carefully before use.
came with the cloth carefully.
Product Service
1. Damage requiring service?The unit should be serviced by3. Replacement parts?When parts need replacing ensure the
qualified service personnel if:servicer uses parts specified by the manufacturer or parts that
(a)The AC power supply cord or AC adaptor has been damaged;have the same characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized
orsubstitutes may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
(b)Objects or liquids have gotten into the unit; or4. Safety check?After repairs or service, ask the servicer to per-
(c)The unit has been exposed to rain; orform safety checks to confirm that the unit is in proper working
(d)The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a markedcondition.
change in performance; or
(e)The unit has been dropped or the cabinet damaged.Product information
2. Servicing?Do not attempt to service the unit beyond that
described in these operating instructions. Refer all other servic-For product information or assistance with product operation:
ing to authorized servicing personnel.
In the U.S.A., contact the Panasonic Customer Call Center at
1-800-211-7262, or e-mail
[email protected],
or web site (http://www.panasonic.com).
In Canada, contact Panasonic Canada Inc. Customer Care Cen-
tre at 1-800-561-5505, web site (www.panasonic.ca), or an
54authorized Servicentre closest to you.
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