FUNCTION
If you need help
Unit not functioning.
The error code H , U
or F appears.
The unit automatically switches
to Standby mode.
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Check the connection to the power supply.
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The unit is malfunctioning.
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One of the unit’s safety devices may have been activated.
Press to switch on the unit.
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The disc cannot be ejected.
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The unit is currently recording.
Error code U59
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The unit is hot and switches to Standby mode for safety reasons.
Wait approx. 30 minutes until the message disappears. Place the unit in a well
ventilated location. Do not block the vents at the back of the unit.
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Switch the unit to Standby mode with .
If the unit does not switch to Standby mode, press for approx. 10 seconds or
unplug it for a minute and then plug it back in.
Press to switch on the unit. If this does not solve the problem, contact customer
service with the displayed error code.
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HARD ERR
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The unit is not functioning properly.
Switch the unit off and back on again.
If this does not solve the problem, contact customer service.
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The unit is in Standby mode for a Timer programming via external units. EXT-L
appears in the display.
Press to switch off recording standby mode.
To cancel a recording prematurely, stop the transfer of the recording signal on the
external unit.
Press to switch off recording standby mode.
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EXT LINK
EXT LINK
Error code U88
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A problem occurred during recording or playback of a disc.
The unit is not defective, but is performing a restore procedure.
Wait until the error message disappears from the display.
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The numbers following H, U or F indicate the status of the unit.
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The above procedure cannot be executed if child protection is activated.
Switch off child protection.
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Should problems occur, please try to resolve them by referring to the error sources
described here. If this does not help, you should contact your dealer or customer
service.
Normal disc revolution sounds, atmospheric interference during reception, picture
interference while fast-forwarding and limited reception of the satellite programs
are not signs of a defective unit.
If the disc cannot be played due to poor quality, try it again with a disc from
Panasonic.
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ERROR MESSAGES
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With the unit switched off, press and on the unit at the same time
and hold for about 5 seconds. Contact your dealer.
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