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Tape cannot be inserted.

Insert the tape, window side up, with the record tab facing you.

Make sure a tape isn’t already in the VCR by pressing the STOP/EJECT button on the VCR.

Gently push on the center of the tape when putting it in the VCR. Never force the tape into the VCR.

If a timer recording is programmed and the VCR power is off, you can not insert a tape without a record tab.

Tape cannot be removed.

Make sure the power plug is completely connected to a power outlet.

You have set a timer recording. Turn the VCR power on, then eject the tape. Be sure to insert a tape and turn off the power for your timer recording.

VCR ejects the tape when the REC(ord)/OTR button is pressed or when the VCR power is turned off to set a timer recording.

Make sure the tape has a record tab. Details are on page five.

Poor reception

You may need to tune your TV again.

The motor (cylinder) rotates even when the VCR is in Stop mode.

To enable the quick play mechanism, the cylinder will rotate for about five minutes. This is normal. The quick play mechanism allows the tape mechanism to switch from Stop mode to Play mode in one second.

Direct Broadcast System Hookups

Watching one TV channel while recording another may not be possible if you have a DBS hookup. You may have to set your TV to channel 03 or 04, then make your channel selections at the DBS. Details are on page nine.

With many DBS hookups, if you use accessory audio and video cables to connect your VCR to your TV, you will have to put your VCR in Line Input mode (channel 001 or 002).

Line Input mode

If you accidentally enter Line Input mode (AV FRONT or AV REAR will appear on your TV screen briefly), press the CH(annel) o/p button or use the Number buttons to select another channel.

Hi-Fi Stereo Sound (VRB611 only)

During playback, Hi-Fi audio may temporarily revert to normal audio when you adjust tracking. This is normal.

When connecting the VCR to a stereo TV, you will only get stereo sound if you use audio cables to con- nect the AUDIO OUT jacks on the VCR to the AUDIO IN jacks on your TV, and if the TV is in Line (Auxiliary) Input mode.

When you connect the AUDIO OUT jacks on the VCR to the AUDIO IN jacks on your TV, the stereo light on the TV might not glow. But, as long as the status display indicates you are receiving a stereo sig- nal, you are receiving a stereo signal. This is normal.

Only tapes recorded in Hi-Fi audio will play back in Hi-Fi audio. Tapes recorded in normal audio will play back in monaural audio.

Cleaning the Video Heads

Your VCR automatically cleans the video heads each time you insert a tape. However, the heads may become dirty. If so, use a commercially-available head cleaner or have an authorized servicer clean the video heads. Eventually, the heads may need to be replaced.

The playback picture is too dim, too bright, or fluctuates in brightness.

Some programs may be broadcast with copyright protection technology in order to protect the rights of copyright owners. This technology is used on programs that are recorded on video tapes or Digital Video Discs (DVDs), as well as some programs broadcast by antenna/cable/satellite television channels. Programs broadcast with copyright protection technology may not record clearly. Likewise, if you play a tape that is a recording of a copyright protected program, the picture may not be clear. Tapes of copy- right protected programs may have a picture that is dark or dim, or the brightness of the picture may fluctuate. Therefore, you should avoid recording or playing copies of copyright protected programs. This VCR incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights own- ers. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only, unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

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Contents VRB411AT VRB611AT Dear Philips product owner For Customer UseThis bolt of lightning indi- cates uninsulated material Model No Serial NoFeatures Safety PrecautionsIntroduction Table of Contents Before Using Your VCR Hookups without a Cable Box/Direct Broadcast System Disconnect the antenna or cable from your TVHookups without a Cable Box/Direct Broadcast System cont’d Plug in the TV and the VCRHookups with a Cable Box/Direct Broadcast System ConnectionsRecording/Viewing Any Channel Cable Signal Cable Box/DBS Recording One Channel/Watching AnotherTV’s Antenna Hookups with a Stereo TV VRB611VRB411 Press the VCR button, then press the Power button Turning on Your VCR2Turn on the TV Press the Menu button. The display shown below will appearAutomatic Channel Setup Press the VCR button Press the Menu buttonVRB611 only Automatic Channel Setup cont’d Adding/Deleting ChannelsReviewing Memorized Channels Press the STATUS/EXIT button once or twice to exitSetting the Clock Manual Clock SettingDo each step within 60 seconds of the previous step Setting the Clock cont’d Enter a 0 before a single-digit numberAutomatic Clock Setting Press the VCR button, then press the Menu buttonTime Zone Daylight-Savings Time Press the VCR buttonLanguage Selection Setting the Remote to Operate a TV Your VCR remote control may operate your TV. If the remote2Find Your codeRemote Control Buttons VOLume o/p Button Press to adjust the volume of your TVEject Button VCR ButtonRemote Control Buttons cont’d TV ButtonPress to operate the TV On-Screen Status Displays Status Display example onlyIf you select Status ON, then select Counter only on If you select Status ON, then select Counter only OFFTimer Light VCR Display PanelCassette Compartment VCR LightREWind Button Power Button FWD Fast Forward ButtonRemote Sensor Video In JackRear Panel Playing VHS Quasi Play Back SqpbRead and follow the steps below to play a tape 1Turn on the TV 2Insert a tape in the VCRRecording If the VCR light appears on the display panel, go to . IfVCR light does not appear, press the VCR/TV button once RECord light will appearRecording One Channel/Watching Another One-Touch Recording OTR CH12Timer Recording DailyTimer Recording cont’d Time OFF To Correct Push Clear To END Push ExitPress the STATUS/EXIT button. Program WAS COM Tape SpeedsChecking or Cancelling Timer Recordings Rerecording Tape Duplication RF coaxial cableVCR SET UP, then press the F.FWD/B button Repeat PlayPress the F.FWD/B button so that on appears beside Real-Time Counter Memory Press the STATUS/EXIT button to see the status displayTime Search Press the VCR button Press the Time Search buttonSpecial Effects Playback Forward and Reverse Searching SP/LP/SLPSuper High Speed Searching LP/SLP Viewing a Still PictureAutomatic Operation Features Understanding On-Screen Displays Specifically…Monitor Multi-Channel Television Sound System VRB611 only cont’d Press the RECord/OTR button to start recordingHi-Fi Stereo Sound System VRB611 only Blue Background Helpful Hints Helpful Hints cont’d Glossary Cable Box/DBS Output Channel 03 orSpecifications Renewed Index Page Page Page Supplied Accessories

VRB611AT, VRB411AT specifications

The Magnavox VRB411AT and VRB611AT are two innovative DVD/VCR combo players that seamlessly blend modern technology with classic functionality. Designed to cater to a broad demographic of users, these devices provide the flexibility of enjoying VHS tapes alongside the convenience of DVD playback.

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