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AFETY
WARNING: DANGEROUS VOLTAGE
INSIDE
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR
SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.
• The POWER button does not
completely shut off the mains power
from the unit, but switches operating
current on or off only.
• The rating plate is on the rear of the
unit.
When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or a shelf,
make sure that it has sufficient space on all sides to
allow for ventilation (10 cm or more on both side, on
top and at the rear.)
When discarding batteries, environmental problems
must be considered and the local rules or laws govern-
ing the disposal of these batteries must be followed
strictly.
Failure to heed the following precautions may
result in damage to the VCR, remote control or
video cassette.
1. DO NOT place the VCR . . .
... in an environment prone to extreme tempera-
tures or humidity.
... in direct sunlight.
... in a dusty environment.
... in an environment where strong magnetic fields
are generated.
... on a surface that is unstable or subject to vibra-
tion.
2. DO NOT block the VCR's ventilation openings
or holes.
(If the ventilation openings or holes are blocked by
a newspaper or cloth, etc., the heat may not be able
to get out.)
3. DO NOT place heavy objects on the VCR or
remote control.
4. DO NOT place anything which might spill on
top of the VCR or remote control.
If water or liquid is allowed to enter this equipment,
fire or electric shock may be caused.)
5. DO NOT expose the apparatus to dripping or
splashing.
6. DO NOT use this equipment in a bathroom or
places with water. Also DO NOT place any
containers filled with water or liquids (such as
cosmetics or medicines, flower vases, potted plants,
cups, etc.) on top of this unit.
7. DO NOT place any naked flame sources, such as
lighted candles, on the apparatus.
8. AVOID violent shocks to the VCR during trans-
port.
220/75
RECAUTIONS
— 2 —
2
WARNING
Any unauthorized changes or modifica-
tions to this equipment void the user's
authority to operate it.
®
Introduction
Congratulations on purchasing your new
VCR.
You can't wait to get it working, but before you
do, spare a few moments to read this brief
introduction to the world of video recording. It
may repay you handsomely in terms of
improved results, and avoiding of costly
mistakes.
IMPORTANT
Audio-Visual material may consist of
copyrighted works which must not be
recorded without the authority of the owner
of the copyright.
Please refer to relevant laws in your country.
G-
is a registered trademark of Gemstar
CODE
Development Corporation.
The G-
system is manufactured under
CODE
license from Gemstar Development
Corporation.
01.5.11, 4:15 PM
PAL
NTSC

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  • Page 1 AFETY RECAUTIONS WARNING: DANGEROUS VOLTAGE WARNING INSIDE Any unauthorized changes or modifica- WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT tions to this equipment void the user’s EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO authority to operate it. RAIN OR MOISTURE. • The POWER button does not completely shut off the mains power from the unit, but switches operating current on or off only.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ABLE OF ONTENTS Description of Controls ....Front Panel ............4-5 Rear Panel ............4-5 On-Screen Display ..........4-5 Display Window ............6 Remote Control ............6 Getting Connected Up ....VCR to TV Connection Using RF Cable ....7 VCR to TV Connection Using AUDIO/VIDEO Cable ..
  • Page 3: Front Panel

    ESCRIPTION OF ONTROLS Front Pane 4 5 6 Rear Panel ANT.IN AUDIO RF OUT VIDEO On- Screen Display PLAY 10:00AM CH12 NATURAL B-----+-----+-----+-----+-----+-----E AUTO REMAIN 10:59 INDEX - 1 0:00:00 — 4 — 220/75 01.5.11, 4:15 PM...
  • Page 4 r o n t P a n e l r o n t a n e l 1 POWER button 9 AUDIO input jacks ( P.9, P.11, P.17, P.19) ( P.21) 2 Cassette compartment 0 STILL/PAUSE button ( P.12, P.15) 3 IR (infrared) remote sensor ! COLOUR MODE button 4 REC/OTR button...
  • Page 5: Display Window

    ESCRIPTION OF ONTROLS ONTINUED isplay W i n d o w Display Window isplay i n d o w 1 1 1 1 1 (Timer) indicator 2 2 2 2 2 PLAYBACK indicator 3 3 3 3 3 RECORDING indicator 4 4 4 4 4 Digital clock/Channel/Tape Speed indicator e m o t e C ontrol...
  • Page 6: Getting Connected Up

    ETTING ONNECTED VCR to TV Connection Using RF Cable 1 1 1 1 1 Disconnect the Outdoor antenna antenna or cable Indoor antenna from the TV and the AC power cord of Back of TV Back of VCR the TV from the AC outlet.
  • Page 7: Setting Up

    ETTING Setting the Video Channel This VCR is designed to send picture and sound signal on UHF channel 38(597.25 MHz) to the TV, through the RF coaxial cable. For customers in Australia; If you want to change this video channel (38) to another channel (between 28 to 60), follow the procedure below before turning on the VCR for the first time.
  • Page 8: Menu Operations

    3 Repeat steps 2-5 above. Menu Operations Note: If a power failure occurs, clock will lose its Before operating the VCR, be familiar with setting. the menu operations first because most of the features built into the VCR can be available Automatic Channel Setting only on the menus.
  • Page 9: Manual Channel Setting

    ETTING ONTINUED To Delete or Edit Receivable Channels Manual Channel Setting 1 Press MENU. ∞ 2 Press PLAY or STOP When you want to do channel setting manually, to select follow this procedure. “TUNER SET UP”, then press OK/STATUS. ∞ 1 Repeat steps 1-3 of “To delete or edit receiv- 3 Press PLAY or STOP...
  • Page 10: Basic Operations

    ASIC PERATIONS Selecting Colour Mode Playback Before using the VCR, you need to set the colour mode both for recording and playback. On TV Press COLOUR MODE on the front panel for 1 Turn on the TV. more than 2 seconds. The current setting will 2 Select the video channel (or AV mode).
  • Page 11: Recording

    ASIC PERATIONS CONTINUED You can watch the programme of the selected Recording channel on the TV, without affecting recording on the VCR. When using this VCR, an index mark is always marked at the beginning of every recording. This Erase protection index marks make it easier for you to search for Cassettes have the record tab to the beginning of the recordings.
  • Page 12: Advance Operations

    DVANCED PERATIONS Rec(ord) End Search Select Channel ∞ This function enables you to search forward to Press CH or Number buttons to select the the next unrecorded portion of the tape (or to the channel to record. point at which recording was stopped). 1 Press the REC END SEARCH button.
  • Page 13: Using On-Screen Display

    DVANCED PERATIONS CONTINUED 3 While the current setting Using On-Screen Display appears, press the SMART AUTO PICTURE button repeat- You can display the VCR operating status on the edly, the setting changes as TV screen. For the information about what you can see on follows.
  • Page 14: D.s.p.c

    • The VCR then automatically checks the condition of D.S.P.C the tape and, after approximately 7 seconds, re- enters RECORD PAUSE. The DSPC (Digital Studio Picture Control) 2) Press REC/OTR again to start recording. system checks the condition of the tape in use •...
  • Page 15: G- Code

    DVANCED PERATIONS CONTINUED Set Up ® CODE 2 While the GUIDE CH number is flashing, press PLAY ∞ ∞ (or CH ) or Number buttons to You can simplify the programming method of STOP enter guide channel number (GUIDE CH) then timer recording by using the G- system.
  • Page 16: Timer Recording Using G

    • If “PROGRAM NOT COMPLETED” appears, try Timer Recording Using the again from step 1. System • If “PROGRAM OVERLAPPED” appears, the timer CODE recording you just programmed overlaps another By entering the G- timer recording. The Program Review screen will number for a particular CODE appear with a magenta line blinking.
  • Page 17: Timer Recording

    DVANCED PERATIONS CONTINUED Timer Recording Select Stop Time To record while you’re away, follow steps 1 — 9 Press STOP + or – (Number ONE TIME PROGRAM PROGRAM below. For each programme you set, the VCR will CHANNEL+/– button 2 or 5). START +/–...
  • Page 18: Turbo Timer

    Turbo Timer Finish Settings Press POWER f to turn off the VCR. This function allows you to set the timer record- The VCR must be turned off for a timer ing program without going through the regular set recording to take place. If you forget to turn off up with the on screen.
  • Page 19 DVANCED PERATIONS CONTINUED • DAILY or WEEKLY programming are not available 6 If you want to change the programme on Turbo Timer. setting shown on the TV screen, press the • Tape speed can be selected by pressing the ALT/ following buttons: ∞...
  • Page 20: Tape Duplication

    Tape Duplication 1 Connect the recording VCR (this VCR) and the playing VCR. 2 Connect the recording VCR (this VCR) to the TV. Playing VCR Recording VCR (this VCR) ANT.IN ANT.IN AUDIO AUDIO RF OUT RF OUT VIDEO VIDEO To RF OUT From audio out to AUDIO IN From video out to VIDEO IN Dubbing from any VCR (or video camera) to...
  • Page 21: Operating Tv

    PERATING You can use this remote control to operate your TV, not only PHILIPS TV but also other manufacturer’s TVs listed below. You first need to set the manufacturer’s code. Note: Though this remote control can operate most of the PHILIPS TVs as well as many other manufacturers’,...
  • Page 22: Before Requesting Service

    EFORE EQUESTING ERVICE Check the following points once again if you are having some difficulties with your VCR. IMPORTANT Periodic maintenance is required in order to maintain the VCR’s continuous excellent performance. After a period of time the video heads will require replacement. If cleaning or replacement of the video heads is required, this service should be performed at an authorized video system service center.
  • Page 23 EFORE EQUESTING ERVICE CONTINUED Because the VCR playback signal is not as If the top of your playback picture waves stable as an off-the-air TV signal, the top of back and forth excessively. your TV screen may be bent or unstable during playback.
  • Page 24: Specifications

    PECIFICATIONS General AC 110 V – 240 V Mains voltage Mains frequency 50 Hz/60 Hz Power consumption Approx. 14 watts Ambient temperature +5 °C to +40 °C Relative humidity 10 % to 80 % Dimensions (WxHxD) Approx. 360 mm x 94 mm x 249 mm Mass Approx.
  • Page 25 The conditions contained in this warranty card replace and override the provision of the World-Wide Guarantee for products sold in Australia. Philips Consumer Electronics Australia Limited, ACN 008 445 743, 3 Figtree Drive, Homebush NSW 2140 220/75 01.5.11, 4:17 PM...

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