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Symptom
Cannot record or did not
record successfully.
Timer Recording not possi-
ble.
Stereo Audio Record
and/or Playback not pres-
ent.
Remote control does not
work properly.
Cause
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The remaining blank space on the disc is
insufficient.
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The source you are trying to record is copy-
protected.
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When setting the recording channel, the
channel is tuned on the TV’s own tuner.
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When recording to a Video mode disc, pro-
grams that are copy-once protected cannot
be recorded.
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Clock in DVD RVCR is not set to
correct time.
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Timer has been programmed
incorrectly.
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TIMER indicator light does not appear after
programming timer.
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TV is not Stereo-compatible.
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Broadcast program is not in stereo format.
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DVD RVCR A/V Out jacks are not
connected to TV A/V In jacks.
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DVD RVCR Audio/Video Out is not
selected for viewing at the TV.
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DVD RVCR’s TV audio channel is
set to SAP or MONO.
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The remote control is not pointed at the
remote sensor of the DVD RVCR.
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The remote control is too far from the DVD
RVCR.
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There is an obstacle in the path of the
remote control and the DVD RVCR.
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The batteries in the remote control are
exhausted.
Solution
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Use another disc.
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You cannot record the source.
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Select the channel on the DVD
RVCR’s built-in TV tuner.
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Use a VR mode formatted disc for copy-once
material.
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Set clock to correct time. See “Clock (Auto)”
or “Clock (Manual)” on page 19.
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Reprogram Timer. See “Timer Recording” on
page 41.
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Reprogram Timer.
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No solution.
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No solution.
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Make A/V connections. Stereo is available
only via A/V output from DVD RVCR.
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Select AUX or A/V source as TV input.
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Set TV audio channel mode to Stereo. See
“Changing TV Audio Channel” on page 27.
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Point the remote control at the remote sensor
of the DVD RVCR.
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Operate the remote control within 23 ft (7 m).
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Remove the obstacle.
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Replace the batteries with new ones.
Moisture Condensation
Moisture condensation can occur:
• When the DVD RVCR is moved from a cold
place to a warm place.
• Under extremely humid conditions.
In locations where moisture condensation may occur:
• Keep the DVD RVCR plugged into an AC
power outlet with POWER On. This will help prevent
condensation.
• When condensation has occurred, wait a few hours
for the DVD RVCR to dry before using it.
Troubleshooting (Continued)
Reset the DVD RVCR
If you observe any of the following symptoms...
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The unit is plugged in, but the power will not turn on or off.
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The front panel display is not working.
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The DVD RVCR is not operating normally.
...you can reset the DVD RVCR as follows:
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Press and hold the POWER button for at least five seconds. This will force the unit to power off.
Press the POWER button again to turn the unit back on.
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Unplug the power cord, wait at least five seconds, and then plug it in again.
