Panasonic Dmr Ez47 Operating Instructions Manual
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81 RQT8853 Reference TV reception worsens after connecting the unit. This can occur because the signals are being divided between the unit and other equipment. It can be solved by using a signal booster, available from electronics retailers. The images from the unit do not appear on the TV. Picture is distorted. Make sure recorder is connected to an appropriate AV input of the TV.55 to 57 Make sure the TV’s input setting (e.g., VIDEO 1) is correct. Press [VCR/TV] to change to VCR mode.6 The TV isn’t compatible with progressive signals. Press and hold [ CANCEL] for about 5 seconds. The setting will change to interlace. When connecting with component video cables to a television that is incompatible with progressive video, check if there is also an HDMI cable connected to an amplifier. If so, turn off the equipment connected with an HDMI cable, press [] and [] on the unit more than 5 seconds simultaneously, and set the “HDMI Video Output” to “Off ” in the Setup menu.51 To output video from a device connected with an HDMI cable, set “HDMI Video Output” to “On” in the Setup menu.51 Picture may not be seen when more than 4 devices are connected with HDMI cables. Reduce the number of connected devices. Status messages do not appear. Select “Automatic” in “Status Messages” in the Setup menu.50 The black or gray background does not appear. Select “On” in “Black Background (Analog)” in the Setup menu.50 The 4:3 aspect ratio picture expands left and right. Screen size is wrong. Use the TV to change the aspect. If your TV does not have that function, set “Progressive” in the Video menu to “Off ”.43 If you connect an HDMI cable, set “HDMI Output Display Aspect” in the Setup menu to “Normal”.51 Check the settings for “TV Type”, “4:3 TV settings for DVD-Video”, or “4:3 TV settings for DVD-RAM” in the Setup menu.50 There is a lot of after-images when playing video. Set “DNR” in the Video menu to “Off ”.43 Playback IssuesPicture PageGeneral IssuesEZ Sync EZ Sync doesn’t work Check the HDMI cable connection. Check that “HDMI” is displayed on the front display when the power for the main unit is set to “On”. Make sure that “EZ Sync” is set to “On”. Check the “HDAVI Control” settings on the connected device. If the connection for the equipment connected with an HDMI cable was changed, or if there was a power failure or the plug was removed from the household AC outlet, “HDAVI Control” may not work. In this case, perform the following operations. 1. When all equipment connected with the HDMI cable is turned on, turn the TV (VIERA) on again. 2. Change the TV (VIERA) settings for the “HDAVI Control” function to off, and then set to on again. (For more information, see the VIERA operating instructions.) 3. Switch the VIERA input to HDMI connection with this unit, and after this unit’s screen is displayed check that “HDAVI Control” is working. 51 Page .JOEC.JOEC
82 RQT8853 No sound. Low volume. Distorted sound. Cannot hear the desired audio type. Check the connections and the “Digital Audio Output” settings. Check the input mode on the amplifier if you have connected one.50, 60 Check if TV is muted. Check if amplifier is muted. Press [AUDIO] to select the audio.20, 28 Sound is not output while fast-forwarding during chasing playback and simultaneous record and playback. Set “V. Surround Sound” in the Audio menu to “Off ” in the following cases: – When using discs that do not have surround sound effects, such as Karaoke discs – When playing analog multilingual broadcast recordings43 The sound effects will not work when the bitstream signal is output from the HDMI AV OUT terminal or the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal. Audio may not be output due to how files were created. (DivX) Audio may not be heard when more than 4 devices are connected with HDMI cables. Reduce the number of connected devices. When the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal is used for audio output and the unit is connected to the television with an HDMI cable, set “HDMI Audio Output” to “Off ” in the Setup menu.51 Depending on the connected equipment, the sound may be distorted if this unit is connected with an HDMI cable. Cannot switch audio. You cannot change the audio type when a DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DV D - RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL, or +RW disc is in the disc tray. You cannot change the audio type when playing a recording of an analog multilingual broadcast on a DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL or +RW disc. You can select “Main” or “Secondary Audio Program (SAP)” in “Multi-channel TV Sound (Analog)” in the Setup menu before recording.13, 15, 50 Only one language channel is recorded from digital multilingual broadcasts, so you will be unable to change languages during playback.15 You have used a digital connection. Set “Dolby Digital” to “PCM” or connect using an audio cable (analog connection).50, 60 There are discs whose audio cannot be changed due to how the disc was created. Playback IssuesSoundPage Troubleshooting Guide When playing DVD-Video using progressive output, one part of the picture momentarily appears to be doubled up. Set “Progressive” in the Video menu to “Off ”. This problem is caused by the editing method or material used on DVD-Video, but should be corrected if you use interlaced output. When you use the HDMI AV OUT terminal for video output, follow the steps below: (1) Connect this unit to the TV with any cable except the HDMI cable. (2) Set “HDMI Video Output” in the Setup menu to “Off ” (¼ 51).43 There is no apparent change in picture quality when making adjustments in the Video menu using the on-screen menus. The effect cannot be seen with certain types of video. Playback IssuesPicture (continued) Page .JOEC.JOEC
83 RQT8853 Reference Play fails to start even when [ PLAY] is pressed. Play starts but then stops immediately. Insert the disc correctly with the label facing up.72 Ensure disc is for the correct DVD-Video region number, and is not defective.Cover The disc is dirty.73 You tried to play a blank disc or a disc that is unplayable on the unit.74 to 76 When recording to DVD-RAM using EP (8H) mode, play may not be possible on DVD players that are compatible with DVD-RAM. In this case use EP (6H) mode.49 You cannot play discs during DV Camcorder recording. If playing DivX VOD content, refer to the homepage where you purchased it. (DivX)25 Audio and video momentarily pause. This occurs between playlist chapters. This occurs as scenes change during Quick View. [-R]DL] [+R]DL] Images and audio may be interrupted momentarily when play reaches the point where the recording passed from the first layer to the second.13 DVD-Video is not played. Yo u h ave set a ratings level to limit DVD-Video play. Change this setting. 49 Alternative soundtrack and subtitles cannot be selected. The languages are not recorded on the disc. You may have to use the disc’s own menus to select languages and audio tracks.19 No subtitles. When progressive output is on, TV’s closed captions cannot be displayed. Go to the Setup menu and turn this unit’s closed captions on.54 If connecting with the DVD/VHS COMMON output terminals, closed caption cannot be displayed by this unit while playing tape. Make the settings and display on a TV that supports Closed Captioning. Subtitles are not recorded on the disc. Set “Subtitle” in the Disc menu to “On”.42 Angle cannot be changed. This function depends on software av ailability. Angles can only be changed during scenes where different angles are recorded. You have forgotten your ratings password. With the tray open, press and hold [ REC] and [] on the main unit simultaneously for about 5 or more seconds.78 Quick View does not work. This does not work when audio is other than Dolby Digital. This does not work while recording in XP or FR mode. The resume play function does not work. Memorized positions are canceled when the unit is turned off or when the tray is opened. This function does not work when playing DivX VOD content. 25 It takes time before play starts. This is normal on DivX video. (DivX) Picture stops. Picture may stop if the DivX files are greater than 2 GB. (DivX) Cannot see the beginning of the recording played. (If you connected this unit to an “HDAVI Control” compatible TV with an HDMI cable) When [ PLAY] is pressed on this unit’s remote control to start play, you may not be able to see the beginning of the recording played until the picture is displayed on the TV. Using [] or [], return to the beginning of the recording. Playback IssuesOperation Page .JOEC.JOEC
84 RQT8853 Cannot play. Tapes recorded under a TV system other than NTSC (PAL, SECAM, etc.) cannot be played. The playback screen ickers. The video head is dirty.3 The tape is old or damaged. Cannot record. You haven’t inserted a disc or the disc you inserted cannot be recorded on. Insert a disc the unit can record onto.74 [RAM] [-RW‹V›] [+RW] The disc is unformatted. Format the disc.45 The write-protect tab on the cartridge is set to “PROTECT” or the disc is protected with the “DVD Management” settings.44 Some programs have limitations on the number of times they can be recorded (CPRM).13, 74, 94 The disc is full or nearly full. Delete unneeded recordings or use another disc.12, 35, 45 You cannot record on finalized DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL, or DVD-RW (DVD Video Recording format) discs. If you repeatedly insert discs or turn the unit on and off about 50 times or more, the recording or editing of DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DV D - RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL, and +RW discs may be disabled. A DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL, or +RW disc recorded on the unit may not be recordable on other Panasonic DVD recorders. The broadcast you are trying to record is copy-protected. Playback IssuesVHS Play Recording IssuesDVD Recording/Scheduled Recording/Copying/External Input Cannot hear the desired audio type. Press [AUDIO] to select the audio.28 There is noise when playing a video tape. Adjust the tracking.27 The tape is old or damaged. Playback IssuesVHS Sound Page Page Page Troubleshooting Guide On-screen display indicators do not appear. Select “Automatic” in “Status Messages” in the Setup menu. – Press [STATUS] to show the on-screen display indicators. – The on-screen indicator will not be displayed when this unit is connected to the TV with the DVD PRIORITY output terminals or HDMI AV OUT terminal. 28, 50 The gray background appears during playback. You are playing a blank or poor quality portion of the tape. You can damage the unit if you play dirty or damaged tapes and this can cause the gray background to appear. Playback IssuesVHS Picture Page .JOEC.JOEC
85 RQT8853 Reference Recording does not stop even when [ STOP] is pressed. If you start recording immediately after turning on the unit while “Quick Start” is set to “On”, you cannot stop recording for a few seconds.48 Scheduled recording does not work properly. The scheduled recording program is incorrect or different scheduled recording times overlap. Correct the program. The unit is not on scheduled recording standby. (“” on the unit’s display is not on.) Press [ DVD/VHS POWER] to turn the unit off and make sure that “” is on. The clock is not correct. Set the clock.18 9, 18 48, 66 The scheduled recording program remains even after recording nishes. The scheduled recording program remains if set to daily or weekly.9, 18 Part or all of a recording has been lost. If the power shuts down or the plug is disconnected from the household AC outlet while recording or editing, the program may be lost or the disc may become unusable. We cannot offer any guarantee regarding lost recordings or discs. You will have to format the disc ([RAM] [-RW‹V›] [+RW]) or use a new disc. Cannot copy VHS to DVD. The write-protect tab on the cartridge is set to “PROTECT” or the disc is protected with the “DVD Management” settings.44 Some video tapes on the market (including rental videos) are copy- protected to prevent illegal reproductions. Copy-protected video tapes cannot be properly recorded. You cannot use the copying function when the FUNCTIONS window, the Scheduled Recording List screen, etc. are displayed. Cannot copy DVD to VHS. A video cassette without the accidental erasure prevention tab is inserted. Use a video cassette with an accidental erasure prevention tab. Some DVDs on the market (including rental DVD) are copy- protected to prevent illegal reproductions. Copy-protected DVDs cannot be properly recorded. You cannot use the copying function when the FUNCTIONS window, the Scheduled Recording List screen, etc. are displayed. The sound level after editing is not equal on DVD and on VHS. The sound level on DVD and VHS may not match depending on the disc. When the sound level in a particular part of the sound source is soft or loud, the sound may be recorded loudly or softly on a video tape. Stripe-shaped black noise is recorded. An external playback device is interfering with the TV because the device is too close to the TV. Move the device away from the TV. Cannot record video or sound from the external device. The external device is not correctly connected.30, 31 The proper external input channel (IN1, IN2, or DV) is not selected. Press [INPUT SELECT] to change.30 The DV Camcorder recording function does not work. If images cannot be recorded or if the recording is aborted, check the connections and the DV equipment settings.31 You cannot start recording until the images from the DV equipment appear on the television. Recording may not be performed as desired if the time codes on the tape in the DV equipment are not successive. Depending on the equipment, the DV Camcorder recording may not operate properly. You can only record audio/video images on a DV tape. Recording IssuesDVD Recording/Scheduled Recording/Copying/External Input (continued) Page .JOEC.JOEC
86 RQT8853 Cannot format. The disc is dirty. Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.73 Disc may be defective or of poor quality. You tried formatting a disc that is not compatible with the unit.45 [+RW] Discs created on a computer may not be formatted. Cannot create chapters. The unit writes the chapter division information to the disc when you turn it off or remove the disc. The information is not written if there is an interruption in the power. These operations are not possible with still pictures. Cannot delete chapters. When the chapter is too short to delete, use “Combine Chapters” to make the chapter longer [RAM].37 The available recording time doesn’t increase even after deleting recordings on the disc. Available space on DVD-R, DVD-R DL, +R, or +R DL does not increase even after deleting previous recordings. Available space on DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) or +RW increases when you delete the last recording. Editing IssuesDVD & SD Page Troubleshooting Guide “” ashes when I try to start recording. A video cassette is not inserted. Insert a video cassette with an accidental erasure prevention tab.72, 73 Cannot record. The accidental erasure prevention tab has been removed. Cover the hole with adhesive tape.73 Cannot record a TV program. Digital broadcasts cannot be recorded to video tape. Recording IssuesVHS Recording Page .JOEC.JOEC
87 RQT8853 Reference Cannot display the Direct Navigator screen.This screen cannot be displayed while recording or copying. Cannot edit or format a card. Release the card’s protection setting. With some cards, the “Write Protection Off ” message sometimes appears on the screen even when protection has been set.44 The contents of the card cannot be read.The card format is not compatible with the unit. The contents on the card may be damaged.75 Format using FAT 12, FAT 16 or FAT 32 with other equipment or format the card with this unit.45 The card contains a folder structure and/or file extensions that are not compatible with this unit.76 Turn off and then turn on the unit again. SD Memory Cards (from 8 MB to 2 GB) or SDHC Memory Card (4 GB) can be used with this unit. Copying, deleting, and setting protection take a long time.When there are a lot of folders and files, it may sometimes take a few hours. When repeating copying or deleting, it may sometimes take a long time. Format the disc or card.45 Editing IssuesStill Pictures Page .JOEC.JOEC
88 RQT8853 Frequently Asked Questions DiscsPage Can I play DVD-Video bought in another country? You can play them if the video standard is NTSC. However, you cannot play DVD-Video if its region number does not include “1” or “ALL”.Cover Can a DVD-Video that does not have a region number be played? Discs either without region number or region number “1” or “ALL” will not be played on this unit. What are the constraints regarding DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW, +R, +R DL, and +RW compatibility with the unit? The unit records and plays DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL, and +RW, and plays DVD-RW (DVD Video Recording format).74, 75 The unit also records and plays high speed recording compatible discs.93 After recording but before finalizing these discs (except +RW disc): – You may not be able to play and record discs on this unit after recording them on other Panasonic products or other manufacturers’ equipment. – You may not be able to play and record discs on other equipment after recording them on this unit. After finalizing the disc, however, you will be able to play it on any DVD-Video compatible player. What are the constraints regarding CD-R and CD-RW compatibility with the unit? This unit plays CD-R/CD-RW discs which have been recorded in one of the following standards: CD-DA, MP3, DivX and still pictures (JPEG). Close the session or finalize the disc after recording. This unit can recognize up to 99 folders (groups) and 999 files (tracks) on a disc with MP3 or still pictures (JPEG), 300 folders and 200 files on a disc with DivX.75, 76 You cannot write to a CD-R or CD-RW with the unit. SetupPage What equipment is necessary to play multi-channel surround sound? You cannot play back multi-channel sound on this unit without other equipment. You must connect this unit with an HDMI cable or an optical digital audio cable to an amplifier with a built-in Dolby Digital or DTS decoder.60, 61 Can the headphones and speakers be directly connected to the unit? You cannot directly connect to the unit. Connect through the amplifier, TV, etc. The television has an S-VIDEO IN terminal, COMPONENT VIDEO IN terminals and HDMI IN terminal. Which should I connect with? The output picture quality increases in the following order: VIDEO IN terminal ¼ S-VIDEO IN terminal ¼ COMPONENT VIDEO IN terminals ¼ HDMI IN terminal. The unit will take longer to start up when connected with the HDMI IN terminal. Is my TV progressive output compatible? All Panasonic TVs that have 480p input terminals are compatible. Consult the manufacturer if you have another brand of TV. .JOEC.JOEC
89 RQT8853 Reference RecordingPage Can I record from a commercially purchased video cassette or DVD? Most commercially sold video cassettes and DVDs are copy protected; therefore, recording is usually not possible. Can DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL, and +RW recorded on the unit be played on other equipment? You can play these discs on compatible equipment such as DVD players after finalizing the disc on this unit. 46 [+RW] It is not necessary to finalize. To enable play on other DVD players, please use “Create DVD Top Menu” in the DVD Management menu.47 In any case, ability to play a disc depends on the condition of the recording, the quality of the disc, and the capability and format constraints of the DVD player. Can I record digital audio signals using the unit? You cannot record digital signals. The digital audio terminals on the unit are for output only. (The audio recorded from a digital video camcorder using the DV camcorder recording function, however, is recorded digitally.) Can a digital audio signal from the unit be recorded to other equipment? You can record if using the PCM signal. When recording DVD, change the “Digital Audio Output” settings to the following via the Setup menu: – PCM Down Conversion: “On” – Dolby Digital: “PCM” – DTS: “PCM” However, only – As long as digital recording from the disc is permitted. – As long as the recording equipment is compatible with 48 kHz sampling frequency.50 You cannot record MP3 signals. Can I switch to SAP during recording? With DVD-RAM and a video cassette, you can, and the audio recorded also changes. Press [AUDIO] to change to SAP.13, 15 You cannot change the audio type when recording an analog multilingual broadcast on a DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD- Video format), +R, +R DL or +RW disc. Establish the appropriate setting before recording with “Multi-channel TV Sound (Analog)” in the Setup menu.13, 50 Only one language channel is recorded from digital multilingual broadcasts, so you will be unable to change languages during recording. Set the language in “Audio Language Setting” in the Setup menus.13, 15, 48 .JOEC.JOEC
90 RQT8853 Error Messages On the Unit’s DisplayPage H , F (“” stands for a service number.) An error has occurred. The number following “H” or “F” depends on the status of the unit. Check the items below and in the Troubleshooting Guide. If the service number still does not disappear after the check, reset the unit ( ¼ 78, “To restore the unit if it freezes”). If the service numbers fail to clear, note the service numbers and contact a qualified service person. RC (“ ” stands for a number.) The remote control and the main unit are using different codes. Change the code on the remote control. 78 HARD ERR (“HArd” and “Err” are alternately displayed.) If there is no change after turning the unit on and off, consult the dealer where the unit was purchased. NO READ (“NO” and “REAd” are alternately displayed.) The disc is dirty or badly scratched. The unit cannot record, play, or edit.73 The disc may be incompatible or of poor quality.74 to 76 You have used a lens cleaner and it has finished operation. Press [ OPEN/CLOSE] on the main unit to eject the disc.72 Displayed when the unit is started. This is not a malfunction. The unit is carrying out its recovery process. You cannot operate the unit while “ ” is displayed. FULL There are already 16 scheduled recording programs. Delete unnecessary scheduled recording programs.18 UNSUPPORT (“UNSUP” and “POrt” are alternately displayed.) You have inserted a disc the unit cannot play or record on.74, 75 UNFORMAT (“UNFOr” and “MAt” are alternately displayed.) You have inserted a new DVD-RW/+RW or a DVD-RAM/DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) recorded on other equipment. You can format the disc when the format confirmation screen is displayed. 15, 45 “ ” is displayed on the unit’s display. This unit is confirming that it is connected with equipment compatible with HDAVI Control. F74 The HDMI connection could not be authenticated due to a transfer malfunction. Consult the dealer where the unit was purchased. F75 The HDMI connection could not be authenticated due to an internal data malfunction. Consult the dealer where the unit was purchased. U59 The unit is very warm. The unit switches to standby for safety reasons. Wait for about 30 minutes until the message disappears. Reinstall the unit in an area with adequate ventilation. Do not block the cooling fan on the rear of the unit. U61 There was a power failure or the AC power supply cord was disconnected while the unit was on. The unit is carrying out its recovery process. This process restores the unit to normal operation. The unit is not broken. Wait until the message disappears. U72 U73 The HDMI connection acts unusually. –The connected equipment is not HDMI compatible. – The HDMI cable is too long. Please use a cable 5.0 meters (16.4 ft.) or less. –The HDMI cable is damaged. U76 HDMI cannot be output because you are connected to a model that does not support copyright protection. U88 There was something unusual detected with the disc while recording, playing or copying; there was a power failure or the AC power supply cord was disconnected while the unit was on. The unit is carrying out its recovery process. This process restores the unit to normal operation. The unit is not broken. Wait until the message disappears.80 U99 The unit fails to operate properly. Press [/I POWER] on the main unit to switch the unit to standby. Press [/I POWER] on the main unit again to turn the unit on. .JOEC.JOEC