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Panasonic DMR-EX  Series DVD / Hard disc recorder

Recorded nothing - Auto clock set will not set.
Corrupt EPG data upsetting the recorder.
Although simply re-starting the auto tune system will get the unit recording again the auto clock will not set to “auto”
Carry out a Shipping condition via the function menu.
Remove mains plug - Wait 20 seconds
Plug unit in and allow it to complete a digital retune.
(I normally allow the unit to work on the strongest signal mode.)
Once the unit has completed its retune watch the screen closely.
You should see the unit do an auto clock set.
If this function completes, you have cured the issue.

DMRE Series  - Self Check Fail.  Or Self Check remains displayed.

This is now becoming a common issue as parts get older in the power supply.

This is not a repair for armatures as there are several very small surface mount items to replace.

DMREZ  - Runs for about 45 seconds then displays U80 or U81.

This is a communication problem between micros. It can be caused by signal problems (aerial) but more common as the units get older, low voltages on supply lines as caps age.

This is not a repair for armatures as there are small components to replace and a delicate dismantle.

Power supply parts C11370 F2A1E1010103 25V 0.01U

C11708 F2A1A6810022 10V 680uf

C11711 F2A1A4700041 10V 47P   < Little fella hides under DVD digital board

Be careful as you strip the unit - ribbon cables and other boards need static precautions !!!

TV & VCR  Poor signal picture breaking picture and missing stations from Bilsdale transmitter.

2021-2023 models of Panasonic TV -  

When these sets are first tuned they remember which transmitter you chose. They do not ask again unless you wipe all the tuning data. If you tuned Pontop by mistake - it will keep tuning to Pontop even if Bilsdale is a better signal.

Any TV ending *70 *80 *85 *90   (eg TXL42LX85) Picture looks very grained.

I’ve never managed to convince Panasonic that this is a real fault.

However, try replacing the HDMI lead or swapping to a SCART lead.

(Yes I know its a digital signal but but - it sometimes fixes the problem

I have had the pleasure of working with independent retailers since 1979 all of whom sold Panasonic products. Until working for myself I was the Panasonic Digital Service Network engineer that dealt with the calls around Cleveland and Durham.

Since I work so often with their products I have listed some of the recent reported difficulties experienced with a make a have grown to favour.

Current 2022 2023 TVs  Loss of lip sync so speech and picture don't match.

This is a known but as yet unsolved software issue

Software is written but is required to be tested before roll our - This is an automatic update and your set one day will simply stop glitching.

Switch off the TV either by pressing and holding the power key or unplug and restart your set will normally temporally clear the glitch.