Panasonic DMR-XW350 - Manual (Page 105)

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The recorded title is stretched vertically.
¾ 16:9 aspect programmes are recorded in 4:3 aspect in the
following cases.
– -R -R DL -RW(V) If you recorded or copied using “EP” or “FR
(recordings 5 hours or longer)” recording mode.
– If you recorded or copied to a +R, +R DL or +RW.
– If you recorded in XP, SP, LP, EP, FR mode with “Aspect for
Recording” set to “4:3” in the Setup menu.
When you want to record 16:9 programme in the same
aspect, set “Rec for High Speed Copy” to “On”, and set
“Aspect for Recording” to “16:9”. ( ➡ 86)
– By setting “Aspect for Recording” to “Automatic”, there is a
chance that the recording will be made using the wrong
aspect. Match the aspect settings to the broadcast when
recording. ( ➡ 86)
It may be possible to adjust the display mode on the TV. Refer
to your television’s operating instructions.
There is a lot of after-image when playing video.
¾ Set “HD optimizer” in the Picture menu to “Off”. ( ➡ 77)
When playing DVD-Video using progressive
output, one part of the picture momentarily
appears to be doubled up.
¾ Set “Component Resolution” in the Setup menu to “576i/480i”
and “HDMI Video Mode” to “Off”. This problem is caused by the
editing method or material used on DVD-Video, but should be
corrected if you use interlace output. ( ➡ 89)
There is no apparent change in picture quality
when adjusted with the Picture menu in the on-
screen menus.
¾ The effect is less perceivable with some types of video.
The images from this unit do not appear on the
television.
Picture is distorted.
¾ Make sure that the television is connected to the VIDEO OUT
terminal, S VIDEO OUT terminal, COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
terminals or HDMI terminal on this unit. ( ➡ 16, 17, 95–97)
¾ Make sure that the television’s input setting is correct.
¾ Progressive output is set to on but the connected television is
not progressive compatible. Press and hold [g] and [q](PLAY)
on the main unit at the same time for more than 5 seconds to
cancel this setting. The setting will change to interlace.
¾ The unit’s “TV System” setting differs from the TV system used
by the disc now playing. While stopped, keep pressing [g] and
[; OPEN/CLOSE] on the main unit for 5 or more seconds.
The system switches from PAL to NTSC or vice versa. ( ➡ 88)
¾ When this unit is connected with an HDMI cable, use a disc
that matches with this unit’s TV system.
¾ Picture may not be seen when more than 4 devices are
connected with HDMI cables. Reduce the number of connected
devices.
The picture is distorted during play, or video will
not play correctly.
¾ You may be playing a TV programme recorded with poor
reception or unfavorable weather conditions.
¾ The picture may be distorted or a black screen may appear
briefl y between recorded titles in the following situations:
– between titles recorded with different recording modes.
– between scenes recorded with different aspect ratios.
– between scenes recorded with different resolutions.
– between playlist chapters.
Sound
No sound.
Low volume.
Distorted sound.
Cannot hear the desired audio type.
¾ Check the connections and the “Digital Audio Output” settings.
Check the input mode on the amplifi er if you have connected
one. ( ➡ 16, 17, 87, 95–97)
¾ Press [AUDIO] to select the audio. ( ➡ 39)
¾ Turn “Sound Effects” in the Sound menu to “Off” in the following
cases.
– When using discs that do not have surround sound effects
such as Karaoke discs.
– When playing bilingual broadcast titles.
¾ Audio may not be heard when more than 4 devices are
connected with HDMI cables. Reduce the number of connected
devices.
¾ The sound effects will not work when the bitstream signal is
output from the HDMI AV OUT terminal or the DIGITAL AUDIO
OUT terminal.
¾ To output audio from a device connected with an HDMI cable,
set “HDMI Audio Output” to “On” in the Setup menu. ( ➡ 89)
¾ Depending on the connected equipment, the sound may be
distorted if this unit is connected with an HDMI cable.
Cannot switch audio.
¾ You cannot switch the audio in the following cases.
– When the recording mode is XP and “Audio Mode for XP
Recording” is set to “LPCM”. ( ➡ 87)
– When “Rec for High Speed Copy” is set to “On”. (The default
setting is “On”). ( ➡ 86)
¾ The amplifi er is connected using an optical digital cable, a
coaxial cable or an HDMI cable. You cannot switch the audio if
“Digital Audio Output” is set to “Bitstream”. Set “Digital Audio
Output” to “PCM” or connect using audio cables. ( ➡ 87, 95)
¾ There are discs for which audio cannot be changed because of
how the disc was created.
Operation
Cannot operate the television. The remote control
doesn’t work.
¾ Change the manufacturer code. Some televisions cannot be
operated even if you change the code. ( ➡ 91)
¾ The remote control and main unit are using different codes.
Change the code on the remote control. ( ➡ 90)
Press and hold [OK] and the indicated
number button at the same time for
more than 5 seconds.
¾ The batteries are depleted. Replace them with new ones. ( ➡ 3)
¾ You are not pointing the remote control at the main unit’s
remote control signal sensor during operation. ( ➡ 3)
¾ Coloured glass may obstruct the signal reception/transmission.
¾ Don’t place the signal sensor in direct sunlight or in areas that
may be subject to sunlight exposure.
¾ Software is updating when “UPD / ” is displaying on the
unit’s display. Wait until the update is completed. ( ➡ 94)
¾ It may be necessary to set the code on the remote control
again after changing the batteries. ( ➡ 90)
¾ It may be necessary to set the manufacturer code again after
changing the batteries. ( ➡ 91)
¾ The child lock function is activated. ( ➡ 91)
The unit is on but cannot be operated.
¾ Recording drive or playback drive has not been selected properly.
¾ Some operations may be prohibited by the disc.
¾ The unit is hot (“U59” appears on the display). Wait for “U59” to disappear.
¾ One of the unit’s safety devices may have been activated.
Reset the unit as follows:
1 Press [8] on the main unit to switch the unit to standby.
If the unit doesn’t switch to standby, press and hold [8] on
the main unit for about 10 seconds. The unit is forcibly
switched to standby.
Alternatively, disconnect the AC mains lead, wait one
minute, then reconnect it.
2 Press [8] on the main unit to switch it on. If the unit still
cannot be operated, consult the dealer.
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