Hi pete, it means the remote has lost its original frequency from the unit, if it is showing dvd 2 as you say, you need to re programme the remote, its easy, pointing it away from the recorder, press enter and number 2 for about 8 seconds, then it should work again. hope it works
James Allen
December 2009
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