20 Most Recent RCA DRC8052N DVD Recorder - Page 2 Questions & Answers

Some DVD players need to format the DVD+/- R disc before it can be used to record on this is a bit strange as its a WORM (write once read many) disc this is usually what happens with DVD+/- RW media.

If the DVD recorder doesn't finalize (the process that makes it compatible with other players) the DVD+/- R correctly then is will be rendered useless, another coaster for you to use with you cuppa.

I suggest that you use DVD+/- RW media that doesn't need finalizing at least until you can sort out your problem.

WRT your problem with it only recording for a short while it might be that the DVD stops spinning you might need to take the cover off and check this.

Please contact RCA.

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you should check for framework update through the internet

This is common today. Most DVD's are copy protected unless you use the appropriate software to encode it. If you give me a more detailed explanation of what your trying to do I can help.
JimmyC

S-video only passes the VIDEO - you will need to make sure you also use the WHITE and RED connectors which are stereo L and R channels - for your audio input and for your audio output as well. Make sure you plugged your audio inputs in the right line input. Example, if you are plugging S-video in LINE 1, make sure your red and white cables are plugged in LINE 1 audio input !

just take the screws and opened may be is
something inside

This sound like a problem with the laser read circuits and it may be solved with a simple cleaning and using compressed air to clear the unit of debris .To do this you must take off the top cover of your unit by taking out the screws and lifting the top off. To clean the laser head you should use cotton swabs and isopropyl alcohol. put a small amount on the cotton swab and rub the swab gently back and forth over the head, until it seems bright and shiny.Check the transport carriage for dust and debris and also the gears. all these must be clean for proper operation. You may want to put a little lithium grease on the gears and guide rails for smooth operation. All this should be done in minute amounts so you do not over do it and cause more problems. If all this fails to allow you to use you disc player, Then you probably have a worn out laser sensor and will have to have it replaced. If under warranty send it in and if not try to find the part number and order it and either take in to a service center for repairs or do it yourself. Hope this helps you with your problem.

Like many RCA products that use a DVD Burner, these burners are not high end ones and go out without warning and the first indication is the dreaded HELLO issue. I have tried contacting RCA and the makers of the DVD-RW drives but still I am in the dark as to any possible firmware/software updates for these devices. No fix to this date, only replacing the DVD-RW will resolve this.

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I think it might be becasue you are on that input. DV is meant for a dv camcorder to hook up to it. Once it goes to dv hit the input button on the remote or the front of the unit and it should go straight to dvd input.

Have you tried unplugging the DVD player and letting it sit for a couple of minutes? If that doesn't work try holding the power button as you unplug/plug the machine.

Try the input button on the DVD remote. You may have to move it to AV1 to get a picture??? Just a suggestion.

New? return it to where you purchased it.

I had a very similar problem and with mine it must have been a software issue. I went into the setup and did a resotre to factory defaults.... and the problem was fixed.

Not sure how it happened, but now it is back to normal.

Mark

both the tv and dvd must have s video connections. if not use the rca

Hi. Yeah, RCA soutions are worthless. What happens is that the hard disk loses recording time while in use. Like a hard disk losing clusters on a computer and making them unusable. To get that recording time back, you will need to reset the unit. To do this, go to the main menu, press and hold the play and open buttons on the front pannel for about 7 seconds. This will reformat your hard disk. Keep in mind that reformating will erase all data. I have looked up and down for some type of firmware/software update and RCA support told me to disconnect the unit..press the power button 10 times and connect again!!???!?!? How silly. Hope this helps :)

AWESOME! I am glad that this solution helped you out. I am interested in using the cyanoacrylate glue and accelerator spray to replace a DVD drive on one of my units too. Any tips or help on what brand of supplies and methods you used will help me a great deal. I have never worked with such materials and am rather interested in finding out more on them and how you used them. Thanks for your reply to the solution and thanks in advance to any tips and info you can share as well.