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RQT6570
Recording and timer recording Page
Still pictures (JPEG)
The precision parts in this unit are readily affected by the environment, especially temperature, humidity, and dust. Cigarette smoke
also can cause malfunction or breakdown.
If the front panel half mirror is dirty, wipe with the included cleaning cloth. If any other parts apart from the front panel are dirty, wipe
with a soft, dry cloth.
≥Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit
≥Before using chemically treated cloth, read the instructions that came with the cloth carefully.
Observe the following points to ensure continued listening and viewing pleasure.
Dust and dirt may adhere to the unit’s lens over time, making it impossible to record or play discs.
Use DVD-RAM/PD lens cleaner (LF-K123LCA1) every 1 to 4 months, depending on frequency of use and the operating environment.
Read the lens cleaner’s instructions carefully before use.
Cannot record. ≥You haven’t inserted a disc or the disc you inserted cannot be recorded on. Insert a disc the
unit can record onto.
≥The disc is unformatted. Format the disc so this unit can record on it.
≥The disc is protected with the write-protect tab. Use a ballpoint pen or similar to release the
write protection.
≥Some programs have limitations on the number of times they can be recorded.
≥The disc is protected with DISC SETTING. Cancel Disc Protection.
≥The HDD or the disc is full or nearly full. Erase unneeded programs or use another disc.
≥You cannot record on finalized DVD-R discs.
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VCR Plusr programming
does not work properly.
≥The guide channels are incorrect. Go to Channel in the SETUP menus and correct them with
“VCR Plusi CH Setting”.
≥The clock is wrong. Go to Set Up in the SETUP menus and correct it with “Clock settings”.
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Timer recording does not
work properly.
≥The timer program is incorrect. Correct the program.
≥Different timer program times overlap.
≥The clock is wrong. Go to Set Up in the SETUP menus and correct it with “Clock settings”.
≥Timer recording will not be activated during operations that cannot be interrupted such as for-
matting, dubbing, some types of editing of still pictures etc.
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The timer program remains
even after recording finishes.
≥The program remains if you select a daily or weekly setting. 35
Timer recording does not stop
even when [
∫
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≥Press [∫] and then [ENTER] within 5 seconds. Recording stops. —
The available recording time
doesn’t increase even after
erasing recordings on the disc.
≥As this unit is unable to erase data written to DVD-RAM with a computer, the available record-
ing time does not increase. The data will be erased if you reformat the disc.
≥If the disc is dirty, wipe with the DVD-RAM/PD disc cleaner (optional) before formatting.
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A part or whole of a recorded
program has been lost.
≥If there is a power failure or the plug is disconnected from the household AC outlet while
recording or editing, the program may be lost or the HDD/disc may become unusable.
➜ We cannot offer any guarantee regarding lost programs or discs. You will have to format (for
HDD, DVD-RAM) or use a new disc.
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The contents of the PC card
cannot be read.
≥The PC card format is not compatible with the unit.
➜ Format using FAT 12 or FAT 16 with other equipment or format the PC card with this unit.
≥The unit tried to display still picture files that were in a folder level that is not compatible.
≥The still picture file is not JPEG.
➜ This unit displays still pictures (JPEG) that are in accordance with DCF standard.
≥Turn off and then turn on the unit again.
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Copying, erasing and setting
protection takes a long time.
≥When there are a lot of folders and files, it may sometimes take a few hours.
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When repeating copying or erasing, it may sometimes take a long time. Format the disc or PC card.
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The tray won’t open/close. ≥The tray cannot be opened or closed while the still pictures are played back and editing screen
is being displayed. Press [RETURN] a few times to clear the screen.
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The PC card cannot be removed.
≥Make sure the PC card is slotted home firmly before attempting to remove. 25
Timer recording began in the
middle of editing a still picture.
≥If it comes to the time scheduled for timer recording, the recording may start even though you
are editing.
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Discs make sounds as they rotate. This does not indicate a malfunction.
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