Problem Possible Solution
Playback
No playback on DVD 
recorder.
•   Check whether there is any recording on the disc.
•   Check whether the disc inserted contains playable files. 
•   Check whether an unplayable disc is inserted. 
•   Check whether the way you insert the disc is correct. Insert the disc 
with the label side up. If there is no label on the disc, please check 
with the disc retailer.
•   Check whether the disc’s region code is the same as that of the 
recorder. 
•   Check whether the parental control function is switched on. If so, you 
have to unlock it first. (Default code for the function: 0000)
•   Check whether the cables between TV and DVD recorder are well 
connected.
TV channels
TV channels cannot be 
changed.
•   Switch the input signal source of the recorder to ‘TV’.
•   Check whether the antenna cables are connected correctly.
•   Check whether the channel scanning process for your TV is com
-
pleted.
Others
The disc tray does not 
open/close.
•   Contact your local dealer or local authorized service point.
The recorder fails to 
respond to any com-
mands.
•   Switch the recorder off and switch it on again. If the recorder still 
does not respond to any commands, unplug the power cord, reconnect 
it and switch the recorder on again. Contact your local dealer or 
authorized service point, if the problem remains.