Panasonic DMRE60 DMRE60 User Guide - Page 58

Troubleshooting guide Recording and timer recording Page Cannot record. ≥You haven't inserted a disc or the disc you inserted cannot be recorded on. Insert a disc the 10 unit can record onto. ≥The disc is unformatted. Format the disc so this unit can record on it. [RAM] 38 ≥The write-protect tab on the cartridge is set to PROTECT. 10 ≥Some programs have limitations on the number of times they can be recorded (CPRM). 14 ≥The disc is protected with DISC SETTING. 38 ≥The disc is full or nearly full. Erase unneeded programs or use another disc. 32 ≥You cannot record on finalized DVD-R discs. - VCR Plusr programming does not work properly. ≥The guide channels are incorrect. Go to the Channel menu and correct them with "VCR 8 Plusi CH Setting". ≥The clock is wrong. Go to the Set Up menu and correct it with "Clock Settings". 47 Timer recording does not work properly. ≥The timer program is incorrect. Correct the program. 26 ≥The unit is not on timer recording standby. ("F" on the unit's display is not on.) Press [Í, - DVD POWER] to turn the unit off and make sure that "F" is on. ≥Different timer program times overlap. - ≥The clock is wrong. Go to the Set Up menu and correct it with "Clock Settings". 47 The unit switches to standby ≥The 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 ≥The program remains if you select "DAILY" or "WEEKLY". 25 even after recording finishes. Timer recording does not ≥Press [∫] and then [ENTER] within 5 seconds to turn "F" off. Recording stops. - stop even when [∫] is pressed. The available recording time ≥As this unit is unable to erase data written to DVD-RAM with a computer, the available record- 38 doesn't increase even after ing time does not increase. The data will be erased if you reformat the disc. erasing recordings on the ≥If the disc is dirty, wipe with the DVD-RAM/PD disc cleaner (optional) before formatting. 54 disc. ≥Available recording space on the DVD-R does not increase even after erasing previously - recorded programming. A part or whole of a recorded ≥If 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 format the disc or use a new disc. Still pictures The contents of the card cannot be read. Copying, erasing and setting protection takes a long time. The tray won't open/close. The PC card cannot be removed. ≥The memory card format is not compatible with the unit. ‹ Format using FAT 12 or FAT 16 with other equipment or format the memory card with this unit. (Mobile hard disc is also FAT 32 compatible.) ≥The unit tried to display still picture files that were in a folder level that is not compatible. ≥The still picture file is not JPEG or TIFF. ‹ This unit displays still pictures (JPEG and TIFF) that are in accordance with DCF standard. ≥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 memory card. ≥The tray cannot be opened or closed while the still pictures are played back and editing screen is being displayed. Press [RETURN] a few times to clear the screen. ≥Make sure the PC card is slotted home firmly before attempting to remove. 36 11 11 - - 36, 38 - 18 Discs make sounds as they rotate. This does not indicate a malfunction. Maintenance The precision parts in this unit are readily affected by the environment, 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. 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 environment. Read the lens cleaner's instructions carefully before use. Reference 58 RQT6981