80RQT9277Troubleshooting guidePlay fails to start even when [1] (PLAY) ispressed.Play starts but then stops immediately.¾ Insert the disc correctly with the label facing up. (> 18)¾ The disc is dirty. (> 18)¾ You tried to play a blank disc or disc unplayable on this unit.(> 14–15)¾ You tried to play a +RW that needs to be finalised on theequipment used for recording.¾ You may be able to copy a “One time only recording” title thatwas recorded to DVD-RAM using a different Panasonic DVDRecorder to this unit’s HDD, but play is not possible due tocopyright protection.¾ When recording to DVD-RAM using “EP ( 8Hours )” mode, playmay not be possible on DVD players that are compatible withDVD-RAM. In this case use “EP ( 6Hours )” mode. (> 64)¾ You cannot play discs during DV automatic recording.¾ If playing DivX VOD content, refer to the homepage where youpurchased it. (DivX) (> 35)¾ Make sure that the TV is turned on. If the menu or messagesare displayed, follow the on-screen instructions.Audio and video momentarily pause.¾ This occurs between playlist chapters.¾ This occurs between chapters and with partially deleted titleson finalised DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format),+R, +R DL and +RW that have been copied using the highspeed mode.¾ This occurs as scenes change during Quick View.¾ [-R]DL] [+R]DL] When playing a title recorded on both layers, theunit automatically switches between layers and plays the title inthe same way as a normal programme. However, video andaudio may momentarily cut out when the unit is switchinglayers. (> 14)DVD-Video is not played.¾ You have set a ratings level to limit DVD-Video play. Changethis setting. (> 64)¾ Ensure disc is for the correct DVD-Video region number, and isnot defective.(> Cover)Alternative soundtrack and subtitles cannot beselected.¾ The languages are not recorded on the disc.¾ You may not be able to use the on-screen menus to change thesoundtrack and subtitles on some discs. Use the disc’s menusto make changes. (> 19)No subtitles.¾ Subtitles are not recorded on the disc.¾ Turn the subtitles on and select “Text” or the subtitle number.(> 58)Angle cannot be changed.¾ Angles can only be changed during scenes where differentangles are recorded.You have forgotten your ratings password.You want to cancel the ratings level.¾ The ratings level returns to the factory preset. While the disctray is open, press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the DVD drive,then press and hold [¥ REC] and [1] (PLAY) on the main unitat the same time for 5 or more seconds (“INIT” will appear onthe unit’s display).Quick View does not work.¾ This does not work when audio is other than Dolby Digital.¾ This does not work when recording is in XP or FR mode.The resume play function does not work.¾ Memorized positions are cancelled when– press [∫] several times.– open the disc tray.– [CD] [VCD] [USB] turn off the unit.– if a recording or timer recording was executed.The Video CD picture does not display properly.¾ When connecting to Multi-system TV, select “NTSC” in “TVSystem” in the Setup menu. (> 66)¾ When connecting to PAL TV, the lower part of the picturecannot be displayed correctly during search.Time Slip, Manual Skip, etc. does not work.¾ These functions do not work with finalised discs.¾ Time Slip does not work when the unit’s “TV System” settingsare different from the title recorded on the disc. (> 66)It takes time before play starts.¾ This is normal on DivX video. (DivX)Picture stops.¾ Picture may stop if the DivX files are greater than 2 GB. (DivX)Cannot see the beginning of the title played.¾ (If connecting to a TV that supports VIERA Link with an HDMIcable)When [1] (PLAY) is pressed on this unit’s remote control, youmay not be able to see the beginning of the title played until thepicture is displayed on the TV. Using [:], return to thebeginning of the title.Available disc space does not increase even afterdeleting a title.¾ Available disc space does not increase after deleting on DVD-R, DVD-R DL, +R or +R DL. (> 22)¾ Disc space increases only when the last recorded title isdeleted on DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) and +RW. The discspace does not increase when any other titles are deleted.Cannot edit.¾ You may not be able to edit on the HDD if there is no availablespace.Delete any unwanted titles to create empty space. (> 22)Cannot format.¾ The disc is dirty. Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.(> 18)¾ You tried formatting a disc that you may not be able to use inthis unit. (> 14–15)Cannot create chapters.Cannot mark the start point or the end pointduring “Partial Delete” operation.¾ The unit writes the chapter division information to the disc whenyou turn it off or remove the disc. The information is not writtenif there is an interruption to the power before this.¾ These operations are not possible with still pictures.¾ You cannot set points if they are too close to each other. Youcannot set an end point before a start point.Cannot delete chapters.¾ When the chapter is too short to delete, use “CombineChapters” to make the chapter longer. (> 43)Cannot create a playlist.¾ You cannot select all the chapters at once in a title if the titlealso includes still pictures. Select them individually.PlayEdit