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No power.
No power.
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Insert the power plug securely into the power outlet.
Insert the power plug securely into the power outlet.
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Check if the ON/OFF button on the front of the player is set to on.
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Check if no power at the AC outlet by plugging in another appliance for a test.
The player does not start playback when
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Condensation has formed: wait about 1 to 2 hours to allow the player to dry out.
PLAY is pressed.
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This player cannot play discs other than DVDs and audio CDs.
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Check if the disc is defective by trying another disc.
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Check the region (local) code.
The player starts playback but stops
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The disc may be dirty and may require cleaning.
immediately.
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Ensure that the disc is installed with the label side up.
No picture.
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Ensure that the equipment is connected properly.
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Ensure that the input setting for the TV is “Video”.
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Check if the TV is on.
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Select the same channel and source on the TV as on the player.
No sound.
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Ensure that the equipment is connected properly.
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If using a HiFi amplifi er, try another sound source.
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Check the Audio Output Setting menu to make sure that Analog Output is
selected.
Distorted sound.
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Ensure that the input settings for the TV and stereo system are proper.
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No sound is heard during still picture (pause) or slow-motion playback.
No audio at Digital Output.
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Check the digital connections.
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Check the settings menu to make sure that the digital output is set to on.
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Check if the audio format of the selected audio language matches your receiver
capabilities.
Distorted picture.
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Check the disc for fi ngerprints and clean with a soft cloth, wiping from center to
edge.
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Sometimes a small amount of picture distortion may appear. This is not a mal-
function.
Completely distorted picture or no color
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The disc format is not according to the TV-set used (PAL/NTSC).
in picture.
Picture is distorted during rapid advance
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The picture will be somewhat distorted at times: this is normal.
or rapid reverse.
No rapid advance (or rapid reverse)
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Some discs may have sections which prohibit rapid advance (or rapid reverse).
playback.
No 4:3 (16:9) picture.
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Choose the correct setup “Aspect Ratio” item which matches the TV set used.
No operations perform with the remote
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Check the batteries are installed with the correct polarities (+ and –).
control.
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The batteries are depleted: replace them with new ones.
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Point the remote control unit at the remote control signal sensor and operate.
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Operate the remote control unit at a distance of not more than 7 meters from the
remote control signal sensor.
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Remove the obstacles between the remote control unit and remote control signal
sensor.
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Troubleshooting
Before requesting service for the DVD Recorder, check the chart below for a possible cause of the problem
you are ex pe ri enc ing. Some simple checkups or a minor adjustment on your part may eliminate the problem
and restore proper op er a tion. We also encourage you to visit our website at www.apexdigitalinc.com
SYMPTOM (COMMON) REMEDY
