How can I "PAUSE" while Copying from HDD to DVD on my Panasonic DMR-EX85 recorder?

You may have a problem with some electrolytic capacitors inside the unit. Check you connections again and if still the same check for swollen capacitors inside the unit

what is the exact problem?

Check that C1801 is not leaky. If so, check if IC1801 has blown. If it has blown, it will also need to be replaced.

Usually it's only C1801 leaky, replace it and thats it.

You can find the capacitor on the main board, under the digital board that has ribbon cables going to the dvd drive.

Hope this helps.

Hard reset won't solve your problem.

Check that C1801 is not leaky. If so, check if IC1801 has blown. If it has blown, it will also need to be replaced.

Usually it's only C1801 leaky, replace it and thats it.

You can find the capacitor on the main board, under the digital board that has ribbon cables going to the dvd drive.

Hope this helps.

Dry joint - faulty capacitor on the PC board of the decoder. Found by wiggling the components and resoldering

Try contacting Panasonic directly Global Support Panasonic

TRY DMR-E85 DVD Recorder Firmware Update
Version DL-106

Compatible Models DMR-E85HS

Issues Addressed Issues Addressed

1. Corrects DVD Recorder hang-up or freezing during DVD playback caused by connection to Scientific Atlanta cable box model # 3250.
2. Improves playability of discs with high reflection detected.
3. Improves playability of discs with fingerprints.
4. Improves disc playability corresponding to CPRM.
5. Improves playability of DVD-RAM x16 discs

http://www2.panasonic.com/consumer-electronics/support/Video/DVD-Recorders-Players/DVD-Recorders/Drivers-Downloads/model.DMR-E85HS.D#ts

NEED DVD UNIT ASSY REPLACED
VXY1814 DVD RAM DRIVE 437.53

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make sure the disk is DVD-R(W)