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Introduction
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Dear Philips customer,
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Specifications
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Supplied accessories
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Important notes regarding operation
Special functions of your new video recorder
Important information for customers in Great Britain
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Connecting the video recorder
Preparing the remote control for operation
Connecting your video recorder to the TV set
Connecting with a scart cable
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Connecting without a scart cable
Connecting additional devices
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Installing your video recording
Initial installation
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Decoder allocation
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Manual TV channel search
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Using the satellite receiver
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Sorting TV channels automatically (Follow TV)
Automatic TV channel search (Autoinstall)
Monitor function
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Sorting and clearing TV channels manually
Setting the time and date
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Important notes for operation
Navigation in the screen menu
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Tape List
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General information
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Adding a cassette to the Tape List
Editing recording titles
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Searching for a title in the Tape List
Removing a title from the Tape List
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Playing cassettes
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Displaying current tape position
Searching for a tape position with picture (scanning)
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Searching for tape position without picture (forward wind and
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Instant View
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Automatic search for a tape position (index search)
Automatic search for a blank space on the tape
Selecting picture settings (SMART PICTURE)
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Eliminating picture interference
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Optimising tracking
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Manual recording
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Recording without automatic switch-off
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Preventing accidental erasing of cassettes
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Lining up recordings (assemble cut)
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Selecting the recording speed (SP or LP)
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Programming a recording
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Programming a recording (with 'VIDEO Plus+ Deluxe')
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Problems and solutions for programmed recordings
Programming a recording (without VIDEO Plus+ Deluxe)
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Problem solving for programmed recordings
Programming a recording with 'TURBO TIMER'
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Changing the video (colour) system
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Using your video recorder remote control with your TV set
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- Page 1 Table of contents Introduction ........Eliminating picture interference Dear Philips customer, ..................Optimising tracking ..................Specifications ..................... Optimising still picture .................. Supplied accessories ..................Important notes regarding operation ............Manual recording ......Special functions of your new video recorder ..........
- Page 2 Before you call an engineer ..HOTLINE telephone numbers ..............Table of contents...
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Page 3: The Remote Control
The remote control TAPE LIST Tape List: To call up the Tape List STANDBY/ON m Switch on or off: To switch set on or off, interrupt menu function, interrupt a programmed recording (TIMER) SMART * SMART: To adjust the picture settings during playback EJECT J Eject: To eject a cassette CHILD LOCK... -
Page 4: Front Of The Device
Additional TV functions TV volume: TV volume up TV volume: TV volume down TV programme number: To select next programme number TV r TV programme number : To select previous programme number To switch off the TV ( TV m ), press Sr and TV r at the same time. Front of the device STANDBY/ON m Switch on or off: To switch off or on, interrupt a function, interrupt a... -
Page 5: The Symbols On Your Video Recorder Display
The symbols on your video recorder display These symbols can light up on your video recorder display: This is where the current operating mode is shown as a symbol. When you have switched on the LP (Long Play) function or when you play a tape that has been recorded in LP (Long Play). -
Page 7: Dear Philips Customer
Dear Philips customer, Instruction manuals are usually very dry since they are technically-oriented and often poorly translated. I have been employed by Philips for this reason. Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Phil. I will be guiding you through the instruction manual and try to be of help in operating your new device. -
Page 8: Specifications
Welcome to the large family of owners of PHILIPS VHS video recorders. Thank you for buying a VR720/07 . Please take the time to read this operating manual before using your video recorder. It contains important information and notes regarding operation. -
Page 9: Important Notes Regarding Operation
Important notes regarding operation Danger: High voltage! Do not remove the top cover as there is a risk of an electrical shock! The video recorder does not contain any components that can be repaired by the customer. Please leave all maintenance work for qualified personnel. As soon as the video recorder is connected to the power supply, there are some components that are in constant operation. -
Page 10: Special Functions Of Your New Video Recorder
Special functions of your new video recorder Your PHILIPS video recorder is not just for recording and playing back VHS cassettes. It also has a whole range of special functions which will make the day-to-day use of your new video recorder much easier. - Page 11 So that you can identify your machine for service questions or in the event of theft, enter the serial number here. The serial number (PROD.NO.) is printed on the type plate fixed at the back of the device. MODEL NO. VR720/07 PROD. NO....Important information for customers in Great Britain This set is fitted with an approved moulded 13 amp plug.
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Page 12: Preparing The Remote Control For Operation
Connecting the video recorder Preparing the remote control for operation The remote control and its batteries are packed separately in the original video recorder packaging. You must install the batteries in the remote control before use - described in the following section. -
Page 13: Connecting The Video Recorder
Have the following cables ready: an aerial cable (1, supplied), a mains cable (2, supplied), a scart cable (3). Remove the aerial cable plug from your TV set. Insert it into the socket 2 at the back of the video recorder. Insert one end of the supplied aerial cable into the socket TV at the back of the video recorder and the other end into the aerial input socket at the back of the TV set. -
Page 14: Connecting Without A Scart Cable
CONGRATULATIONS b Many TV sets are switched to the programme number for the scart socket YOU NOW OWN A NEW PHILIPS by way of a control signal sent through the scart cable. VIDEO RECORDER b If the TV set does not automatically switch to the scart socket programme number, manually change to the corresponding programme number on your TV set (see your TV's operating instructions). -
Page 15: Connecting Additional Devices
I do not see a 'test screen' CONGRATULATIONS b Check the cable connections. YOU NOW OWN A NEW PHILIPS b The video recorder 'transmits' on the 583MHz frequency (channel 35) VIDEO RECORDER Repeat the channel search on your TV set. -
Page 16: Installing Your Video Recording
Installing your video recording Initial installation This chapter shows you how to start the initial installation. The video recorder automatically seeks out and stores all available TV channels. 'Aim' correctly In the following sections, you require the remote control for the first time. When using, always aim the front of the remote control at the video recorder and not at the TV set. -
Page 17: Decoder Allocation
Decoder allocation Some TV channels transmit encoded TV signals which can only be viewed with a commercially purchased or hired decoder without disturbances. You can connect such a decoder (descrambler) to this video recorder. The following function will automatically activate the connected decoder for the desired TV channel. -
Page 18: Manual Tv Channel Search
Manual TV channel search In some cases it could occur that all of the TV channels were not found and saved during the initial installation. In this case, the missing or coded TV channels must be searched for and stored manually. Switch on the TV set. -
Page 19: Using The Satellite Receiver
a I don't know the channels for my TV stations b In this case, press in line 'CHANNEL NUMBER' to start the automatic channel search. A changing channel number will appear on the TV screen. Continue the automatic search until you have found the desired TV channel. - Page 20 Select line 'FOLLOW TV' using P r= or ;qP and confirm with MENU CLOCK OK . AUTO INSTALL MANUAL SEARCH FOLLOW TV TV CHANNEL ALLOC. RECORD SPEED AUTO STANDBY VIDEOSYSTEM SPECIAL SETTINGS ________________________________ …EXITpMENU †HOTLINEpCL Press the OK button. 'TV01' will appear in the video recorder display. Select programme number '1' on the TV set.
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Page 21: Automatic Tv Channel Search (Autoinstall)
Automatic TV channel search (Autoinstall) During installation, all available TV channels are searched for and saved. If the channel assignments of your cable or satellite TV provider change or if you are reinstalling the video recorder, e.g. after moving house, you can start this procedure again. This will replace the TV channels already saved with the new ones. -
Page 22: Sorting And Clearing Tv Channels Manually
Sorting and clearing TV channels manually After you have performed the automatic channel search you may not agree with the sequence in which the individual TV channels have been allocated to the programme positions (programme numbers) of the video recorder. You can use this function to individually sort the TV channels already saved or to delete unwanted TV channels or those with poor reception. -
Page 23: Setting The Time And Date
a The main menu will appear on the screen b After you have confirmed the last channel that can be sorted, you will automatically return to the main menu since no more TV channels can be assigned. To assign other TV channels to a programme number, repeat steps Confirm the assignment of the TV channel with MENU . -
Page 24: Navigation In The Screen Menu
Important notes for operation You can switch on the video recorder with the STANDBY/ON m button, the number buttons Switching on 0-9 or by putting in a cassette. If the video recorder is not used for several minutes, it switches itself off automatically. This Automatic switch off function can be deactivated (e.g. -
Page 25: General Information
Tape List General information The 'Tape List is an integrated database in the video recorder that remembers all recordings made by this video recorder. The Tape List helps you keep track of which film is on which cassette. The 'Tape List' also gives you quick and easy access to recordings. And: If desired, the video recorder will rewind to the beginning of the selected recording and automatically start playback. -
Page 26: Editing Recording Titles
Why must I note the cassette number? When searching for available recordings, you will need to insert the corresponding cassettes (cassette numbers). How many cassettes can I save in the Tape List? You can store up to 9 cassettes. You can store a maximum number of 50 titles in the Tape Manager. -
Page 27: Searching For A Title In The Tape List
Repeat step and step until you have made the desired changes. Save the new title with OK . If you want to change more titles, repeat step through step To end, press TAPE LIST . Searching for a title in the Tape List This function can be used to quickly and easily find and play back a recording saved in the Tape List. -
Page 28: Removing A Title From The Tape List
Removing a title from the Tape List You can delete titles not used any longer to create space in the memory of the Tape List for new recordings. If all titles of a cassette are deleted, also the cassette number will be removed from the Tape List. -
Page 29: Playing Cassettes
Playback Playing cassettes You can use this video recorder to play back recorded VHS video cassettes. You can operate the video recorder using the remote control or the buttons on the front of the video recorder. What does VHS mean? 'Video Home System' (VHS) has become the world-wide standard for the playback and recording of amateur video cassettes. -
Page 30: Playing Back Ntsc Cassettes
Automatic switch off of special functions Many functions (e.g. pause, still picture, search) switch themselves off automatically after a short time in order to protect the cassette and to save energy. Do I need to change the playback speed when playing back LP recordings? For playback, the correct recording speed 'SP' will automatically be selected. -
Page 31: Searching For A Tape Position With Picture (Scanning)
a The counter does not move b This occurs when there are no recordings on a portion of a tape. Therefore, the video recorder cannot receive any information from the tape. This is not a fault in your machine. a The display/the screen shows '-0:01:20' b If you rewind a cassette from the tape position '0:00:00', the counter will show for instance, '-0:01:20' (the cassette will be rewound to 1 minute and 20 seconds before '0:00:00'). -
Page 32: Searching For Tape Position Without Picture (Forward Wind And Rewind)
Searching for tape position without picture (forward wind and rewind) Stop the tape with STOP h . Press H (reverse) or I (forward). This will, for example, appear 0:30: in the display: To stop at a certain place on the tape, press STOP h . Instant View With this function you can switch to picture search during wind and rewind. -
Page 33: Automatic Search For A Blank Space On The Tape
Automatic search for a blank space on the tape You can search for space on the tape (at least 1 minute of blank tape) for a new recording, for example, after an existing recording on the tape. Press INDEX E . Then press STOP h . This will, for example, 0:00: appear in the display: As soon as the video recorder finds the corresponding tape position,... -
Page 34: Optimising Tracking
Eliminating picture interference Optimising tracking This video recorder has an automatic tracking function. In order for the video heads to optimally read the video track of the newly inserted video cassette, the tape speed is slightly corrected automatically. In some cases however, interference will still occur. The following section will explain how to manually adjust the tracking settings. -
Page 35: Manual Recording
Manual recording General information Use 'Manual Recording' to make a spontaneous recording (for example, a programme currently being shown). If you want to start and stop a recording manually, read the section 'Recording without automatic switch off'. If you want to start a recording manually but have it stopped automatically, read the section 'Recording with automatic switch off'. -
Page 36: Recording With Automatic Switch-Off (Otr One-Touch-Recording)
Displaying tape position Using you can show the tape position in the display. Stop recording with STOP h . Recording with automatic switch off (OTR One Touch Recording) Insert a cassette. Using 'Tape List' To save a recording in the 'Tape List' or to use a 'Tape List' cassette, enter the cassette number using the number buttons on the remote control. -
Page 37: Lining Up Recordings (Assemble Cut)
Lining up recordings (assemble cut) When you add a further recording to a cassette, which already has a recording on it, a short blank (flicker) can appear between the old and the new recording or the picture itself can flicker. To help reduce these from occurring, proceed as follows: Find the tape position of the old recording where you want to insert the new recording. -
Page 38: Automatic Controlled Recording From A Satellite Receiver (Record Link)
Automatic controlled recording from a satellite receiver (RECORD LINK) This function automatically starts recording on the switched-off video recorder when a video signal is recognised through the connected scart cable. If your satellite receiver has a programming function, the recording will start automatically (as long as the satellite receiver is switched on). -
Page 39: Direct Record
'Direct Record' Can you record the right TV channel in seconds when the video recorder is switched off? No problem. If recording is started manually, the switched off video recorder uses the current TV channel setted on the TV set. You will find more information on how to switch 'Direct record' on or off in the next section 'Direct record'. -
Page 40: Switching 'Direct Record' On Or Off
Switching 'Direct Record' on or off Switch on the TV set. If required, select the programme number for the video recorder. Press MENU on the remote control. The main menu will appear. Select line 'SPECIAL SETTINGS' using P r= or ;qP and confirm with OK . -
Page 41: Ir Sat Control
IR Sat control This auxiliary device allows you to change the TV channels (programme numbers) of a connected digital satellite receiver (Set Top Box) via the video recorder. This is necessary to programme recordings which can only be made via a Set Top Box. A list of controllable Set Top Boxes is printed at the end of this section. -
Page 42: Ir Code Table
Free-to-Air FR, UK NOKIA 9850T On Digital PACE DTR730-IM On Digital PACE BSKYB 2200 PANASONIC TU-DSB30 PHILIPS DTX 6371 On Digital SAGEM ISD 3100 SAGEM ISD 3200 TPS Thomson TPS Sagem XCOM CDTV 2000 XCOM CDTV 350 The proper function of the satellite control can only be guaranteed for the listed combinations of Set Top Boxes and providers in the respective countries. -
Page 43: Programming A Recording (Timer)
Programming a recording (TIMER) General information Use programming a recording (TIMER) to automatically start and stop a recording at a later date. The video recorder will switch to the right programme number and begin recording at the correct time. With this video recorder, you can pre-programme up to six recordings within a period of one month. - Page 44 VIDEO PLUS+ PLUSCODE NUMBER REP. Selecting onetime/daily/weekly recordings 53124---- èONCE SELECT Using , select from the following options: 'ONCE': Recording once 'MO-FR': Repeated daily recordings (Monday to Friday) 'WEEK.': Repeated weekly recordings (every week on the same day) ________________________________ REP.pSELECT STOREpOK TIMER LISTpTIMER Confirm with OK .
- Page 45 Using 'Tape List' To save a recording in the 'Tape List' or to use a 'Tape List' cassette, enter the cassette number using the number buttons on the remote control. The cassette is being checked. You can find more information on the 'Tape List' in the chapter 'Tape List'.
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Page 46: Problems And Solutions For Programmed Recordings
Problems and solutions for programmed recordings PROBLEM SOLUTION The video recorder While a programmed recording is being made, you cannot operate your video recorder manually. If you want to cancel the programmed recording, press STANDBY/ON m . will not operate 'SWITCH TO STANDBY- TIMER The video recorder was switched on several minutes before the start of a programmed recording. - Page 47 Selecting onetime/daily/weekly recordings SELECT In 'DATE' use to select from the following options: 'ONCE': Recording once 'MO-FR': Repeated daily recordings from Monday to Friday 'WEEK.': Repeated weekly recordings (every week on the same day) Programme numbers of the 'E1' and 'E2' scart socket You can also programme recordings from external sources via scart socket EXT.1 AV.
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Page 48: Problem Solving For Programmed Recordings
Problem solving for programmed recordings PROBLEM SOLUTION The video recorder While a programmed recording is being made, you cannot operate your video recorder manually. If you want to cancel the programmed recording, press STANDBY/ON m . does not react 'SWITCH TO STANDBY- TIMER The video recorder was switched on several minutes before the start of a programmed recording. -
Page 49: Programming A Recording With 'Turbo Timer
Programming a recording with 'TURBO TIMER' With this function, programming a recording that takes place within the next 24 hours, will be quick and easy. The following pre-set information will appear in the display when you programme a recording using 'TURBO TIMER'. Programme number = the programme number currently selected (TV channel) Start time = current time End time = current time +2 hours... - Page 50 Using Tape List Enter the cassette number with the number buttons The cassette is being checked. You can find more information on the 'Tape List' in the chapter 'Tape List'. Switch off with STANDBY/ON m . The programmed recording will only function when the video recorder is switched off with STANDBY/ON m .
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Page 51: How To Check, Change Or Delete A Programmed Recording (Timer)
How to check, change or delete a programmed recording (TIMER) Switch on the TV set. If required, select the programme number for the video recorder. Press TIMER k on the remote control twice . Select the programmed recording (TIMER) you want to check, change or delete with P r= or ;qP . -
Page 52: Other Functions
Other functions Changing the video (colour) system If you play back recordings made on a different kind of tape, the automatic video (colour) system switch-over may lead to colour distortion. You can manually switch off the video (colour) system for playback or switch off the colour. Video (colour) systems Other countries, other video (colour) systems: In central Europe transmissions are broadcast in the PAL system (Phase... -
Page 53: Child Lock
Child lock You can prevent unauthorised use of your video recorder with this function. When the child lock is active, the buttons on the front of the device are blocked (will not function). You can make programmed recordings while the child lock is on. With the video recorder switched on, press CHILD LOCK on the remote control for five seconds. -
Page 54: Switch Off The Clock Display
In the line 'OSD', select the desired setting with P . SPECIAL SETTINGS è ON CLOCK DISPLAY RECORD LINK Which settings can I choose? REPEAT PLAY SAT. IR-CODE NR. 'ON': Shows the OSD for a few seconds only. DIRECT RECORD 'OFF': Switches off the OSD. -
Page 55: Switching The Remote Control Command
Switching the remote control command If you use a second video recorder that reacts to the same remote control command (stop, play, record, etc.) as this video recorder, then you can change the remote control and this video recorder. Switch on the TV set. If required, select the programme number for the video recorder. -
Page 56: Continuous Playback
Continuous playback This function can be used to play a cassette over and over again. When the end of the cassette is reached, the video recorder will rewind and start from the beginning again. This function is activated or deactivated as follows. Press MENU on the remote control. -
Page 57: Automatic Switch-Off
Automatic switch off If you haven't used the video recorder for a few minutes in certain modes (e.g.: STOP), it will switch to standby automatically. You can cancel this function to use the video recorder as a television receiver. Switch on the TV set. If required, select the programme number for the video recorder. -
Page 58: Using Your Video Recorder Remote Control With Your Tv Set
Using your video recorder remote control with your TV set With the enclosed multicode remote control you can control the main functions of your TV set. To do this, you must first enter a code number that corresponds to the make of your TV set. You will find a summary of all available remote control commands on the last page of this manual. -
Page 59: Selecting The Sound Channel
Selecting the sound channel You can select the desired sound channel during playback or while receiving TV channels via the video recorder. This allows you to select a desired language for multi-language transmissions. Press SELECT . This will show the current sound setting. What goes on behind the settings? 'STEREO': Left and right stereo (HIFI) sound tracks can be heard. -
Page 60: Suppressing Interference
Suppressing interference Optimising the modulator In some reception locations it is possible that a TV channel will be sent on the same or similar frequency as the video recorder. Result: As soon as the video recorder is switched on, the reception quality for this or several other TV channels will decreased. -
Page 61: Switching The Modulator On / Off
Switching the modulator on / off If you cannot clear picture or sound interference despite optimisation, you can switch off the built-in modulator. Warning: this is only possible if you have connected the video recorder to the TV set with a scart cable. -
Page 62: Before You Call An Engineer
Before you call an engineer If, contrary to expectation, you have any problems using this video recorder, it may be caused by the following reasons. You will find the phone number in the enclosed guarantee leaflet. The telephone numbers can be found on the back of this instruction manual. Have the model number (MODEL NO) and the production number (PROD.NO.) of your video recorder ready. - Page 63 PROBLEM SOLUTION There is no recording on the cassette: change the cassette. No picture when you You have selected the wrong programme number on the TV for playing cassette: on the TV, select the correct programme number for the video recorder. play a cassette: The cable connecting the TV set and the video recorder has come loose: check the cable.
- Page 64 ........25, 26 Phase ..........Tensai ......21, 28, 29, 30 ..........Philco ..........Texet ..........Carrefour ..................20, 25 Philips ........01, 36 Thomson ........Cascade .......... ICeS ..........Pioneer ..........Thorn ......... 06, 10, 33 Cimline ..........