Sharp DV-SL20U - Manual (Page 16)

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
If the DVD player does not perform properly when operated as instructed in this Operation Manual, check the player, consult-
ing the following checklist.
NOTES:
Some functions are not available in specific modes, but this is not a malfunction. Read the description in this Operation
Manual for details on correct operations.
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Playback from a desired track and random playback are not available during program playback.
Problem Solution
No power –Check if the AC power cord is properly connected.
No picture –Check if the TV is switched on.
–Check the video connection.
Distorted picture –Sometimes a small amount of picture distortion may appear.
This is not a malfunction.
Completely distorted picture or –Connect DVD player directly to the TV.
black/white picture with DVD –Make sure the disc is compatible with the DVD player.
No sound or distorted sound –Adjust the volume.
–Check that the speakers are connected correctly.
No audio at digital output –Check the digital connections.
–Check if the audio format of the selected audio language matches
your receiver capabilities.
No DTS audio at analogue output. –Use a DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack when outputting the DTS audio.
No sound and picture –Check that the VIDEO/AUDIO cable is connected to the correct
device (See Connecting to a TV).
–Check if the INTERLACE/PROGRESSIVE SCAN SELECTOR is set
correctly according to your TV.
Picture freezes momentarily –Check the disc for fingerprints/scratches and
during playback clean with a soft cloth wiping from center to edge.
Disc can’t be played –Ensure the disc label is facing up.
–Check if the disc is defective by trying another disc.
No return to start-up screen when disc is removed –Reset the player by switching the player off, then on again.
The player does not respond to
–Aim the remote control directly at the sensor on the front of the player.
the remote control –Reduce the distance to the player.
–Replace the batteries in the remote control.
–Re-insert the batteries with their polarities (+/– signs) as indicated.
Buttons do not work or player stops –To completely reset the player, unplug the AC
responding cord from the AC outlet for 5-10 seconds.
Player does not respond to some –Operations may not be permitted by the disc.
operating commands during playback. Refer to the instructions of the disc.
DVD player cannot read –Use a commonly available cleaning CD/DVD to
CDs/DVDs clean the lens before sending the DVD player for repair.