Philips DV900VHS Tape cannot be removed, Poor reception, Direct Broadcast System Hookups

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Tape cannot be removed.

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

•You have set a timer recording. Press the TIMER SET button to temporarily cancel standby mode. Then, press the STOP/EJECT button on the DVD/VCR to eject the tape. Be sure to insert a tape and press the TIMER SET button to put the DVD/VCR in standby mode for the timer recording.

•Unplug the DVD/VCR power cord for five minutes. Then, plug in the power cord again, then press the POWER button on the DVD/VCR. If the tape does not eject, press the STOP/EJECT button on the DVD/VCR three to five times. If the tape still does not eject, you may need to have an authorized servicer remove the tape.

DVD/VCR ejects the tape when the RECORD button is pressed or when the TIMER SET but- ton is pressed to set a timer recording.

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

Poor reception

•You may need to tune your TV again.

The motor (cylinder) rotates even when the tape playback is stopped.

•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.

•With many DBS hookups, if you use accessory audio and video cables to connect your DVD/VCR to your TV, you will have to put your DVD/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 CHANNEL o/p buttons or use the Number buttons to select another channel.

Hi-Fi Stereo Sound

•During playback, Hi-Fi audio may temporarily revert to normal audio when you adjust tracking. This is nor- mal.

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

•When you connect the DVD/VCR AUDIO OUT jacks on the DVD/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 signal, you are receiving a stereo signal. This is normal. Details are on page 46.

•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 DVD/VCR automatically cleans the video heads of the VCR each time you insert a tape. However, the heads may become dirty. If so, use a commercially-available head cleaner or have an authorized ser- vicer 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 DVD/VCR incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of cer- tain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. 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 Digital Video Disc Player Video Cassette Recorder Model No Serial No Dear Philips product ownerFor Customer Use This bolt of lightning indi- cates uninsulated materialSafety and General Information Table of Contents Introduction Unacceptable Discs Playable DiscsRegion Codes Color SystemsRecording Prevention DVD/VCR maintenancePlayable Video Cassette Tapes Playable Video Cassette TapesDisconnect the antenna or cable from your TV Hookups Without a Cable Box/Direct Broadcast SystemCH3 CH4 Recording/Viewing Any Channel ConnectionsRecording One Channel/Watching Another Signal Cable Box/DBSOptional Hookups Connecting the DVD/VCR to a Stereo TVDVD/VCR Optional Hookups cont’dHelpful Hints Replace the battery compartment lid Putting Batteries in the Remote ControlUsing the Remote Control Recycling Guidelines/Battery SafetyTurning on Your DVD/VCR Press the VCR button, then press the Power buttonPress the VCR button, then press the Menu button Automatic Channel SetupPress the DISPLAY/STATUS/EXIT button Adding/Deleting ChannelsReviewing Memorized Channels Automatic Channel Setup cont’dPress the DISPLAY/STATUS/EXIT button once or twice to exit Play panel. If it does not, press the VCR/TV button once Setting the ClockVCR/TV light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR CLOCK, then press the F.FWD button Press the Play button or the Stop button to select SETLanguage Selection VCR If you select Status ON, then select Counter only OFF If you select Status ON, then select Counter only onIf you select Status OFF Display Messages 24 DVD/VCR Display DVD FeaturesCST. in Cassette- Inside Light Timer SET Light Record LightCassette Compartment VCR Light GreenFront Panel Coaxial Jack DVD/VCR Audio OUT Jacks AC PowerCH3/CH4 Switch Video OUT Jack ANT-IN Antenna In Jack Component Video OUT JacksRemote Control Buttons Repeat Button Menu Button DVD modeMemory Button VCR/TV ButtonRemote Control Buttons cont’d Arrow Buttons FWD Fast Forward Button DVD modeVCR Button Speed ButtonRead and follow the steps below to play a tape VHS Quasi Play Back SqpbStop button DVD/VCR will record in a pre- set volumeOther recording options are on pages Recording One Channel/Watching Another Ton so that the green VCR light appears on the front To return to VCR mode, press the Timer SET button onRecord the programs Insert another tape in the DVD/VCREvery week Timer RecordingTimer Recording cont’d Tape Speeds Timer Recording cont’dPress the Play button or the Stop button to select Checking or Cancelling Timer RecordingsSee page 78 for more hints Jack of DVD/VCR Rerecording Tape DuplicationMake the connections shown above Press the F.FWD button so that on appears beside Repeat Play Video Cassette TapesReal-Time Counter Memory You can not do a Time Search while recording Time SearchViewing a Still Picture Special Effects PlaybackForward and Reverse Searching SP/LP/SLP Super High Speed Searching LP/SLPAutomatic Operation Features This indication is not available during tape playback MTS Multi-Channel Television Sound SystemUnderstanding On-Screen Displays Specifically…MTS Multi-Channel Television Sound System cont’d Please see additional notes on Hi-Fi Stereo Sound SystemBlue Background Playing a DVD or an Audio CD Playing a DiscBefore you begin Press the DVD button, then press the Title button. Using the DVD MenusUsing the Title Menu Disc MenusMemory On is not available with Audio CDs Pausing PlaybackPausing Playback Press the Play button to resume playbackPress the Play button to return to normal playback Slow MotionYou can not play the DVD in reverse slow motion Use the F.FWD button for a forward search. Press the REW Fast Forward/Reverse SearchButton for a reverse search Track Playback Using the Number Buttons to Select a TrackStarting Playback at a Specific Track Starting Playback at a Specific Title/Chapter Title/Chapter PlaybackStarting Playback at a Specific Disc Time Specific Time PlaybackRepeatedly Repeat Playback DiscsRepeatedly pressing the Repeat button during playback lets Buttons to select a new Chapter, the new Chapter will playRepeat a Repeat PlaybackUp to 20 Tracks may be stored in the Program Press the Mode button. The program screen will appearProgrammed Playback While playback is stopped, press the DVD button, thenRandom Playback Ing playback, then press the o/p buttons to select Audio CD Sound ModeDVD Language Press the DVD button, then press the Audio button durSubtitle menu will disappear after about 15 seconds ScreenCamera Angles Angle 1 default of eight Possible anglesAngle No display Accessing the Status DisplayPress the Number 1 button to select Level Press the Number buttons to enter your 4-digit passwordParental Lock Levels Press the Number 4 button to select LockWrite down the password in case you forget it Press the Number buttons to enter the 4-digit passwordTo change the Digital OUT settings, go to step Audio SettingsPress the Number 3 button to select Audio Press the Setup button to remove the menu Audio Settings cont’dInstead to select different lan Language SettingsPress the Number 1 button to select Language Not be shownPress the DVD button, then press the Setup button Press a Number button to select a setting5165 Language Settings cont’dPress the Number 2 button to select Video Video SettingsPress the Number 5 button to select Others Other Menu SettingsPower Requirement Cleaning the DVD/VCRCleaning a Disc Signal-to-Noise Ratio S/N RatioHelpful Hints DVD/VCR has no powerRemote control will not operate the DVD/VCR No picture in DVD modeHelpful Hints cont’d Number buttons won’t work for channels above Power FailureDVD/VCR will not perform a timer recording TV program cannot be recordedPoor reception Line Input modeCleaning the Video Heads Tape cannot be removedWHO is COVERED? Limited WarrantyExchange Fee + Sales Tax = Total To obtain a replacement product from PhilipsPayment, if applicable Cable Box/DBS Output Channel 03 or GlossaryIndex Supplied Accessories
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