Philips DVDR1500 warranty Troubleshooting, Symptom Remedy

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Troubleshooting

If it appears that the DVD Recorder is faulty, first consult this checklist. It may be that something has been overlooked. Under no circumstances attempt to repair the system yourself; this will invalidate the warranty. Look for the specific symptom(s). Then perform only the actions listed to remedy the specific symptom(s).

Symptom	Remedy
The Recorder does not respond to
the remote control	The remote control may be configured for a second DVD Recorder.
	Hold SELECT +1 pressed simultaneously to revert to DVD Recorder 1.
	Aim the remote control directly at the sensor on the front of the
	Recorder.
	Avoid all obstacles which may interfere with the signal path.
	Inspect or replace the batteries in the remote control.
No power	Make sure power cord is properly connected.
	Check if there is power at the AC outlet by plugging in another
	appliance.

No picture	Check if the TV is switched on.
	Check the video connection.

Distorted picture distorted sound	Check the disc for fingerprints and clean the disc with a soft cloth,
	wiping from the center to the edge in a straight line.
	Sometimes a small amount of picture distortion may appear. This is not
	a malfunction.

Recorder does not play disc	Ensure the disc label is facing upward and the right disc type is inserted.
	Clean the disc.
	Check if the disc is defective by trying another disc.
	Check if the region code of the disc matches the region code of the
	Recorder (pre-recorded DVD discs only.) See ‘playing a pre-recorded
	DVD-Video disc.’
	Check if Child Lock is activated.

No sound	Check audio connections.
	If using a HiFi amplifier, try another sound source.

Distorted sound from HiFi amplifier	Check to make sure that no audio connections are made to amplifier’s
	phone input.
	Check to make sure that analog input of the amplifier is not connected
	to the digital output of the DVD Recorder.

Distorted or black and white picture with
DVD or Video CD disc	The disc format does not match the color system of the TV
	(PAL/NTSC).
No audio at digital output	Check the digital connections.
	Check the settings menu to make sure the digital output is set to on.
	Check if the audio format of the selected audio language matches your
	receiver capabilities.

Buttons on the DVD Recorder do not work Disconnect and reconnect the DVD Recorder from the power outlet. If this does not solve the problem, check if the remote control still works. If so, the Recorder is probably in trade mode. Disconnect the Recorder from the power source and reconnect it while pressing and holding

/OPEN/CLOSE and 9 STOP for a few seconds.

Recorder does not respond to all

operating commands during playback Some operations are not permitted by the disc. Refer to the instructions in the disc jacket or case.

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Contents For fast help, call us first Page Warranty Verification Important safety instructions General InformationLaser safety For Customer UsePage English Françaisx Español English Contents Recording OperationPlayback Troubleshooting Access controlManaging disc content GlossaryIntroduction DVD RecorderCleaning discs Box contentsPlacement Remote controlConnecting to a TV InstallationConnecting to the antenna or Cable TV signal Connections back of your DVD RecorderVideo Cvbs connection Connecting to audio EquipmentVideo Y/C connection Digital Multi-channel soundConnecting to a TV with a Dolby Pro Logic decoder Connecting to other equipment optionalConnecting to a receiver equipped with Dolby Pro Logic Connecting to a receiver with two channel analog stereoConnections Front Your DVD Recorder optional Power supplyCamcorder connection Menu language First time setup Initial setupManual setting Audio languageTV Shape Automatic TV Channel SearchQuick start Switching onManual recording Timer programming without VCR Plus+ Timer programmingTimer programming with ’VCR Plus+’ Press u right cursorPoint at which you it stopped the last time by Playing a pre-recorded DVD- Video discPlaying a recordable DVD+RW disc To stop playback at any time, press 9 StopFunctional overview Front of RecorderOUT Coax coaxial RF connection to antenna/cable TV signalBack of Recorder Space free around the ventsDisplay Switches between different values in a menu CH Alternate Channel switches to previous TV channelDisplays the Timer menu Delete last entry/clear a Timer Acknowledge menu selectionDisc types OperationImportant notes for operation Loading discsDiscs unsuitable for recording or playing On-screen display informationSystem menu bar Temporary feedback icons User preference menu operationUser preference menu icons Disc type icons Status boxTuner info box Disc status iconsTimer info box Index Picture Screen Other titleUser preferences Setting user preferencesPicture settings Black level shiftLanguage settings Feature settingsRemote Control settings Record settingsAdd and delete TV channels InstallationUpdate/Re-install TV channels VCR Plus+ chTime/Date Automatic ManuallyBefore you start recording RecordingManual recording of a TV channel Manual audio control TProessTexitIMER Timer recording with ’VCR Plus+’Solution If a timer recording is incorrectTimer recording without ‘VCR Plus+’ Press u right cursor to select ChHow to stop a Time Recording in progress How to check or alter a Timer RecordingHow to clear a timer block Press ClearPlaying a Super Video CD PlaybackPlaying a pre-recorded DVD Video disc To stop play at any time, press 9 StopMoving to another title/track General featuresMoving to another chapter/index Still Picture and Frame-by-Frame Playback Slow MotionSearch Scan RepeatRepeat A-B Time searchZoom Special DVD-Video featuresMenus on the disc Playback Control PBC Special VCD featuresCamera Angle Subtitles Changing the audio languagePause Playing an Audio CDRepeat track/disc Scan Child Lock DVD and VCD Access controlAuthorizing discs when Child Lock is activated Activating/deactivating the child lockActivating/Deactivating Parental Control Parental Level DVD-Video onlyLocking Discs that were formerly Unlocked Insert the discCountry Changing the 4-digit codeTitle settings Managing disc content DVD+RW onlyDisc Information Screen Protection Disc Settings Disc name Erase discFavorite Scene Selection Edit during playbackDivide a title Inserting Chapter Markers during recordingAppend recording Troubleshooting Symptom RemedyTwo languages are ‘mixed’ when recording From a stereo VCR No new title can be recordedSystem limitations Diagnosis programInstructions Glossary Term ExplanationTruSurround VideoTitle TV systemEnglish Page Specifications DVD+REWRITABLE Disc FormatPhilips