Panasonic SC-HT800V Operating Instructions Manual page 58

Troubleshooting guide
Recording
"1" flashes when I try to start
recording.
Cannot record.
Timer recording doesn't record a
program correctly.
Cannot record from other
equipment.
Black bands appear in the
recording.
The copy of a videotape or DVD is
very poor.
Listening to the radio
Cannot select the tuner
Noise is heard.
"ST" flickers or doesn't light.
Sound is distorted.
A beat sound is heard.
A low hum is heard during AM
broadcasts.
Unit display
The unit's display disappears or
fades once the power is turned off.
The tape counter isn't changing.
"No PLAY"
"No DISC"
"F61"
"U11"
"ERROR"
"H∑∑", "F∑∑"
∑∑ stands for a number.
Television display
"Cannot display group xx, picture
xx"
No on-screen display.
On-Screen Menu Icons not
displayed or only partially
displayed on the television.
The menu is displayed in a
different language.
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≥If the erasure prevention tab has been removed, cover the hole with adhesive tape.
≥Check the clock and calendar.
≥Set the channel and start and end times correctly.
≥Be sure to press [F] after programming to put the unit in timer recording standby.
≥Program times may be overlapped.
≥Press [3 CHW] or [4 CHX] to Select "AU".
≥Check the connections to the other equipment.
≥Move the other equipment away from the television as it may be picking up interference.
≥This unit complies with industry standards regarding the recording and duplication of copy-
protected material. This includes commercial videotapes and DVDs. Consequently,
copying not only infringes copyright laws but also presents serious technical difficulties.
Even in cases where a copy can be made, the quality will be very poor.
≥Check and see if the subwoofer's AC power supply cord is connected.
≥Adjust the position of the FM or AM antenna.
≥Use an outdoor antenna.
≥Turn the television off or separate it from the unit.
≥Separate the antenna from other cables and cords.
≥The DISPLAY setting is set to "DIM" or "OFF" under OPTION from the VCR MENU. Select
"BRIGHT" if you want the display bright all the time.
≥The tape counter does not change while playing unrecorded parts.
≥The display also appears like this if the tape is dirty or damaged. Consult your dealer if this
is the case.
≥You inserted a disc the unit cannot play; insert one it can.
≥You inserted a blank DVD-RAM.
≥You haven't inserted a disc; insert one.
≥You haven't inserted the disc correctly; insert it correctly.
≥Check and correct the speaker cord connections.
If this does not fix the problem, there is a power supply problem. Consult the dealer.
≥Disc is dirty. Wipe it clean.
≥Incorrect operation performed. Read the instructions and try again.
≥Trouble may have occurred. The number following "H" or "F" depends on the status of the
unit.
Reset procedure:
Press [Í] to switch the unit to the standby mode and then back to ON.
Alternatively, press [Í] to switch the unit to the standby mode, disconnect both AC power
supply cords, and then reconnect.
≥If the service numbers fail to clear, note the service number and contact a qualified service
person.
≥You are trying to display incompatible pictures.
≥Go to Display in the SETUP menus, and select "On" for "On-Screen Messages".
≥Go to OPTION in the VCR MENU, and select "ON" for "OSD".
≥Press [3, 4] while the rightmost icon is highlighted to move them down.
≥Go to Disc in the SETUP menus, and select the preferred language for "Menus".
≥Go to LANGUAGE in the VCR MENU, and select the preferred language for menus.
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