Philips VRZ364AT, VRZ344AT owner manual Helpful Hints

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If you are having problems with your VCR, check the following list of problems and possible solutions before requesting service. You may be able to solve the problem yourself.

If you need to call a customer service representative, please know the model number and serial number of your product before you call. This information is displayed on the back of the product. Also, please take a moment to identify the problem you are having, and be prepared to explain this to the representative. If you believe the representative will need to help you with operations, please stay near the product. Our representatives will be happy to assist you.

The VCR has no power.

•Make sure the power plug is completely connected to an AC (alternating current) outlet.

•Make sure the power is turned on.

A power failure occurred.

•Select a language and set up channels, if prompted to do so. Details are on pages 11 - 12 and 19. Reset the clock. Details are on pages 13 - 17. You may also need to reprogram your timer recordings. Details are on pages 35 - 40.

The VCR cannot be controlled with the remote control.

•Aim the remote control directly at the VCR’s remote sensor. Details are on pages 5 and 22.

•Remove all obstacles between the remote control and the VCR.

•Inspect and/or replace the batteries in the remote control. Details are on page 5.

•Press the VCR button, then try the other buttons.

The VCR does not respond normally to the remote control. (For example, the VCR may change channels multiple times when you press the CH(annel) 8 button once.)

• Install new batteries (preferably alkaline) in the remote control.

The VCR will not perform a timer recording.

•Make sure the recording start and stop times are set correctly. Details are on pages 35 - 40.

•Make sure there is a tape in the VCR.

•Make sure the tape has a record tab. Details are on page 5.

•Make sure the VCR power is off.

•Make sure the clock is set. Details are on pages 13 - 17.

•The VCR may not perform or continue a timer recording if a power interruption of more than 10 min- utes occurs, even if the power comes back on. If timer recordings are lost, - - : - - should appear on the display panel. But, even if you do not see this indication and the VCR operates normally, check pro- grammed timer recordings. Details are on page 40.

•When you turn on the VCR after a power failure, this on-screen message may appear: POWER FAILURE OCCURRED/TIMER MEMORY CLEARED (IF PROGRAMMED)/PLEASE SET PROGRAMS TO BE RECORDED/TO END PUSH EXIT. First, reset the clock. Details are on pages 13 - 17. Then, set up chan- nels. Details are on pages 11 - 12. Finally, program the timer recordings again. Details are on pages 35 - 40.

•Finish programming a timer recording at least five minutes before the recording is scheduled to begin.

•If two timer recordings overlap, CLASH will appear on-screen. The earlier program has priority; the later program will not be recorded.

•If the VCR power is turned off for a timer recording and there isn’t a tape in the VCR, the r and Cassette Inside lights will blink on the display panel.

•If the record tab on a tape is missing and you turn off the VCR to set a timer recording, the VCR will eject the tape. The r and Cassette Inside lights will blink on the display panel.

•Noon is 12 p.m.; midnight is 12 a.m.

•Enter the Cable Box/DBS output channel (03 or 04) at step 3 on page 37, then select the channel to be recorded at the Cable Box/DBS. Leave the Cable Box/DBS on for the timer recording.

Tape can’t 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 or the EJECT button on the remote control.

•Gently push the center of the tape as you put it in the VCR. Never force a tape into the VCR.

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Contents VRZ344AT VRZ364AT Dear Philips Magnavox product owner For Customer UseFeatures Safety PrecautionsIntroduction Table of Contents Before Using Your VCR Hookups Without a Cable Box Disconnect the antenna or cable from your TVHookups Without a Cable Box cont’d CH3 CH4Recording/Viewing Any Channel Hookups With a Cable Box/Direct Broadcast SystemConnections Cable Box/DBSRecording One Channel/Watching Another With this connectionTV’s Antennain jack Turning on Your VCR Menu shown below will appearPress the FF /OK button. The menu shown below will appear Automatic Channel Setup Wait for the VCR to set up channelsPress the VCR button, then press the Menu button Adding/Deleting Channels Automatic Channel Setup cont’dSET UP, then press the FF /OK button Press the Play 8 or Stop 9 button to select TunerSetting the Clock Manual Clock SettingInstructions continue on Setting the Clock cont’d When the month and day are correct, press the FF /OK buttonPress the EXIT/STATUS button Time Zone Selection Press the FF /OK button repeatedly to select TimeManual PBS Channel Selection DateAutomatic PBS Channel Selection Press the FF /OK button repeatedly to select PBS CHDaylight-Saving Time Language Selection Press the Stop 9 button to select LanguageRemote Control Buttons Speed Button VOLume 8/9 ButtonsTimer Button Menu ButtonDisplay Panel Front Panel VRZ364Front Panel cont’d Rear Panel If on Screen Mode is set to on or Counter On-Screen Status DisplaysSetting the Remote Control to Operate a TV Find the code for your TVSetting the Remote Control to Operate a Cable Box/DBS Find the code for your Cable Box/DBSIf playback does not start automatically, press the Play PlayingRead and follow the steps below to play a tape Button. The 3 light will appear on the VCR display panelPress the VCR button VCR records in a preset volumeRecording Light will appear on the VCR display panelStarting an OTR Channels are set up. Details are on pages 11One-Touch Recording Stopping an OTRRecording One Channel/Watching Another Setting Up the VCR Plus+ Programming System ChannelsStation 2Examine the lists on Arrow will appear beside the VCR PLUS+ channel. PressTimer Recording With the VCR Plus+ Programming System If you want to record the program one time only, go to If you want to record the program daily, pressPress the EXIT/STATUS button. Program WAS COM Press the VCR button, then press the Timer button Quick ProgrammingComplete each step within 60 seconds of the previous step Tape Speed Maximum Record/Playback Time T160 T120 T60 Quick Programming cont’dTape Speeds Standard PlayQuick Programming cont’d Checking, Editing, or Clearing Timer Recordings Indicates a Daily recordingIndicates a Weekly recording Timer Recording Speed Setting Follow the steps below to set Timer REC Speed to AutoAudio and video cables are not included Rerecording Tape DuplicationVCR 1 will play your tape. Insert a prerecorded tape in VCR To the Audio in Jack on VCRIndex Search Receiving a Stereo Broadcast Receiving a Second Audio ProgramMulti-Channel Television Sound System VRZ364 only cont’d Hi-Fi Stereo Tape Playback VRZ364 only Video Stabilizer Incredible Picture Press the Play 8 or Stop 9 button to select VCR SETUP, then press the FF /OK button Viewing a Slow Motion Picture Forward and Reverse SearchingViewing a Still Picture Repeat PlaybackViewing Pictures in Slow to Fast Motion Press the Play button to release the Still modePlayback Options cont’d Or, turn the inner dial the Jog Dial in either directionAutomatic Operation Features Glossary Cable Box/DBS Output Channel channel 03 orSpecifications Helpful Hints Helpful Hints cont’d Limited Warranty Model # Serial #Ac power cord Hookups Accessories Helpful hints Manually Playback ProgrammingIn/out jacks Supplied Accessories

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