Philips operating instructions Operating Manual VR 969/02, Safety instructions, Contents

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OPERATING MANUAL VR 969/02

Dear customer,

with this video recorder (VCR), you own one of the most sophisticated yet simple-to-use video recor- ders on the market.

Naturally, you can't wait to use your new video recorder, but before you start, it's worthwhile taking the time to read through this operating manual. Acquainting yourself with the video recor- der's features is the best way to guarantee trouble-free operation.

This video recorder is supplied with additional abridged operating instructions which are to be found in its packaging.

If you should nevertheless get difficulties in operating this video recorder, please contact a consumer help desk responsible for your country. You will find the telephone numbers in the guaran- tee information supplied.

Safety instructions

•This video recorder is intended for the reception, recording and playback of picture and sound signals. Every other use is explicitely excluded.

•Danger - high voltage in this appliance!

Do not open! The video recorder does not contain any parts that can be repaired by the user. As long as the video recorder is connected to the mains, there are parts of it still in operation. To switch off the video recorder completely you must disconnect it from the mains.

•Please note that this video recorder is intended for a mains voltage of 220 - 240V~, /50Hz.

•The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for any damage which is incurred by not using the video recorder in compliance with the national guarantee conditions or safety instructions.

•Ensure that no objects or liquids enter the device. If a liquid enters, pull out the power plug of the video recorder immediately and consult customer services.

Contents

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01. BUTTONS, CONTROLS AND

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SOCKETS

 

The remote control at a glance

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The back of the video recorder

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The front of the video recorder

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02. INSTALLATION. HOW DO I

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INSTALL THE VIDEO RECORDER ?

 

Connecting the video recorder

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Inserting the batteries into the remote control 6

Connecting to the aerial

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Connecting to the TV set

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Connecting to the mains supply

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Some notes on operation

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Saving energy

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Further connecting possibilities

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Emergency interrupt

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OSD – the on-screen user's guide

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03. STORING TV CHANNELS

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The "Easy Link" function

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Automatic channel search (ATS Euro+)

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Assigning TV channels automatically (Follow TV) 11

Assigning TV channels manually

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Manual search

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04. PLAYING A RECORDED CASSETTE

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S-VHS Playback

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The JOG/SHUTTLE functions

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05. HOW CAN I RECORD DIRECTLY ?

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Direct recording

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06. HOW DO I PROGRAMME A

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RECORDING ?

 

Programming with ShowView

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Programming with TXT pages

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Normal TIMER programming

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Recording from a satellite receiver

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Checking, correcting and clearing

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a TIMER block

 

07. EDITING VIDEO RECORDINGS

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Audio dubbing

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The Insert functions

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Synchro-edit

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Insert-edit functions

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Programme-edit functions

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08. ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS

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OF THE RECORDER

 

Personal preferences

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Checking/setting time and date on the

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video recorder

 

Special settings for the video recorder

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and the TV set

 

09. NOTES

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10. BEFORE YOU CALL A TECHNICIAN

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11. TECHNICAL DATA, ACCESSORIES

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ENGLISH

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Contents Contents Safety instructionsOperating Manual VR 969/02 BUTTONS, Controls and Sockets Remote controlBack of the video recorder Buttons and display indicators on the front coverFront of the video recorder Buttons and connections in the front cover Buttons and connections behind the front coverConnecting the video recorder Installation HOW do I Install the Video Recorder ?Connecting to the aerial Inserting the batteries into the remote controlConnecting to the mains supply Connecting to the TV setSome notes on operation If your TV set does not have a Scart Euro-AVConnecting to a satellite receiver Connecting to a decoderConnecting to hifi equipment Saving energyCursor buttons H/ Iup / down ButtonCursor buttons F/ Gleft / right Easy Link function Storing TV ChannelsAutomatic channel search ATS Euro+ Assigning TV channels automatically Follow TV 8D 8W SelecttvAssigning TV channels manually Manual search VHS or VHS Playback Playing a Recorded CassetteFast forward wind and rewind Instant viewStill picture/super slow motion Adjusting the picture sharpnessJOG/SHUTTLE functions Slow motionSelecting the audio track, audio-mix Correcting picture interference. The cleaning functionSurround-sound playback Index search How do I know where I am currently on the tape?Intro-scan HOW can I Record Directly ? Assembly editingErase protection Direct recording with TV sets without Easy Link functionLongplay function HiFi stereo receptionHOW do I Programme a RECORDING? What isProgramming with ShowView Programming with TXT pages Timer Programming Standard Timer Few general notes on programming How can I record from a satellite receiver?How can I check a Timer block ? How do I stop a Timer recording ?How can I clear or correct a Timer block ? Sorting TV programmes for Timer programming Audio Dubbing Editing Video RecordingsAudio dubbing Insert and insert-edit functionsPage Insert functions Synchronous editing synchro-edit Switch the camcorder to still picture playback- pauseVHS 20 PIN Synchro 5mm Methode 1 Insert VCR Insert-edit functionsVariant 1. The video recorder controls the camcorder Method 2 Insert CCRearranging individual scenes Programme edit functionsPreview of scenes in the editing sequence Deleting individual scenesRecording all scenes Totally deleting the editing sequenceAdditional Functions of Your Video Recorder Checking/setting time and date on video recorderPersonal preferences Special settings for the video recorder and TV set How can I read TXT? TXT decoder Reading TXT with the video recorderInterface RS Externally controlled Timer recordingAudio only record Recording from another video sourceSwitching between VCR 1 and VCR View modeTV monitor function Playback via the aerial cable Remote control of TV sets Switching the built-in modulator on and offNumeric button TV make PAL Secam Safety instructions/notesBefore YOU Call a Technician ProblemPossible cause Technical data Technical DATA, AccessoriesAccessories supplied NEW Edit Philips SYNCHRO-EDIT Cable
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