Philips DVD740VR/001 manual Troubleshooting, Problem Solution

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Troubleshooting

WARNING

Under no circumstances should you try to repair the system yourself, as this will invalidate the warranty. Do not open the system as there is a risk of electric shock.

If a fault occurs, first check the points listed below before taking the system for repair.

Problem

Solution

No power

–

Check if the AC power cord is properly

 

 

connected.

No picture

–

Check if the TV is switched on.

 

–

Check the video connection.

Distorted picture

–

Sometimes a small amount of picture distortion

 

 

may appear.This is not a malfunction.

 

 

 

Completely distorted picture or

–

Connect DVD/VCR directly to the TV.

black/white picture with DVD

–

Make sure the disc is compatible with the

 

 

DVD/VCR.

 

 

No sound or distorted sound

– Adjust the volume.

 

–

Check that the speakers are connected correctly.

 

 

 

No audio at digital output

–

Check the digital connections.

 

–

Check if the audio format of the selected audio

 

 

language matches your receiver capabilities.

 

 

 

No DTS audio at analog output

–

Use a DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack when outputting

 

 

the DTS audio.

No sound and picture

–

Check that the SCART cable is connected to the

 

 

correct device (See Connecting to a TV)

 

 

 

Picture freezes momentarily during

–

Check the disc for fingerprints/scratches and clean

playback

 

with a soft cloth wiping from centre edge.

 

– This may happen when you use the disc recorded in

 

 

the non-seamless manner.This is not a malfunction.

 

 

 

Disc can’t be played

–

Ensure the disc label is facing up.

–Check if the disc is defective by trying another disc.

No return to start-up screen when – Reset the unit by switching the player off, then on

disc is removed

 

again.

The player does not respond to the

– Aim the remote control directly at the sensor on

remote control

 

the front of the player.

 

–

Reduce the distance to the player.

 

–

Replace the batteries in the remote control.

 

–

Re-insert the batteries with their polarities (+/–

 

 

signs) as indicated.

 

 

Buttons do not work or player stops

– To completely reset the player, unplug the AC cord

responding

 

from the AC outlet for 5-10 seconds.

 

 

 

Player does not respond to some

–

Operations may not be permitted by the disc.

operating commands during playback.

 

Refer to the instructions of the disc.

 

 

 

DVD/VCR cannot read CDs/DVDs

–

Use a commonly available cleaning CD/DVD to

 

 

clean the lens before sending the DVD/VCR for

 

 

repair.

 

 

 

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Contents DVD740VR Region code for this set is Laser safetyNever Make or Change Connections with the Power Switched on General InformationContents Introduction Supplied accessoriesSafety Information Symbols Used in this ManualFront Panel Functional OverviewCST.IN Display front PanelDisplay Message RECRF OUT Rear PanelAerial DVD/VCR AV1 TVRemote Control Remote Control cont’d Basic Connections Setting Up your DVD/VCRConnecting to a TV Back of DVD/VCR Connecting to an Audio SystemUsing the Remote Control Connecting to Optional Equipment for DVD featuresExternal Input Mode for VCR features Inserting batteries into the Remote ControlRecording Prevention Video Channel SettingPlayable Video Cassette Tapes Turning on your DVD/VCRMANUALwill be displayed Automatic Channel SetupManual Channel Preset Press the Menu button Adding/Deleting ChannelsChannel Reprogramming Button Setting the ClockManual Clock Setting Auto Clock SettingPlaying a Video Cassette Tape Setting Up your DVD/VCR, VCR OperationChanging the Language Status DisplayOne-Touch Recording Timer RecordingVCR Operation Recording One Channel Watching AnotherVPS Video Programme System/ PDC Programme Delivery Control Checking or Cancelling Timer RecordingHint for Timer Recording To Stop a Timer Programme Which has Already StartedFirst, fill in the boxes below Showview Guide Channel SetTimer Recording using the Showview System Repeat Play VCR featuresRerecording Tape Duplication Auto ReturnQuick Find Time SearchIndex Search Super High Speed Searching Automatic Operation Features Automatic PlaybackAutomatic Tracking Adjustment Special Effect Playback Forward and Reverse SearchingHi-Fi Stereo Sound System Selecting the Sound ModeDVD Operation Slow Motion DVD Step by Step Playback DVD Zoom DVDResume DVD CD Fast Forward / Reverse SearchProgramme CD Title/chapter DVD Repeat A-B DVD CDTime Search DVD CD RepeatTrack Selection MP3 Stereo Sound Mode CDMP3 Playback MP3 Display Information MP3Changing the On-Screen Display PasswordSubtitle Language DVD Camera Angle DVDParental Level Marker Setup Screen DVD CDTruSurround Setting DVD SetupAudio Setting Display SettingLanguage Setting Cleaning Discs SpecificationsMaintenance Cleaning the CabinetProblem Solution TroubleshootingDVD/VCR ejects the tape when you To VCR mode after 35 minutesTimer When tape playback is stoppedPhilips Norge AS Philips Portuguesa Philips Kundtjänst Service ConsommaConsumer Services Philips Service

DVD740VR/001 specifications

The Philips DVD740VR/001 is a versatile and high-performing DVD recorder that exemplifies the technological advancements in home entertainment systems. Designed for users who wish to record and play back their favorite TV shows and movies with ease, the DVD740VR/001 stands out with its user-friendly interface and exceptional recording quality.

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