Philips VRX442, VRX462 warranty 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.

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 program channels, if prompted to do so. Details are on pages 10 - 12 and 19. Reset the clock. Details are on pages 14 - 17. You may also need to reprogram your timer recordings. Details are on pages 34 - 41.

The VCR cannot be controlled with the remote control.

•Aim the remote control directly at the VCR’s remote sensor. Details are on pages five and 23.

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

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

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

The VCR will not perform a timer recording.

•Make sure the recording start and stop times are set correctly. Details are on pages 34 - 41.

•Make sure there is a tape in the VCR.

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

•Make sure the VCR power is off.

•Make sure the clock is set. Details are on pages 14 - 17.

•Leave the Cable Box or DSS Receiver on during a timer recording (if applicable).

•The VCR may not perform or continue a timer recording if a power interruption of more than three minutes 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.

•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 AGAIN TO END PUSH EXIT. First, reset the clock. Details are on pages 14 - 17. Then, pro- gram channels. Details are on page 12. Finally, program the timer recordings again. Details are on pages 34 - 41.

•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 TIMER 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 TIMER and Cassette-Inside lights will blink on the display panel.

•12 PM is noon; 12 AM is midnight.

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.

Tape can’t be removed.

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

The VCR ejects the tape when the REC(ord)/OTR button is pressed or when the VCR power is turned off to set a timer recording.

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

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Contents Video Cassette Recorder VRX442 VRX462 Dear Philips Magnavox product owner For Customer UseFeatures Safety PrecautionsIntroduction Table of Contents Before Using Your VCR Putting Batteries in the Remote ControlUsing the Remote Control VCR MaintenanceHookups Without a Cable Box Disconnect the antenna or cable from your TVHookups Without a Cable Box cont’d Antenna Or CableTimer Recordings Hookups With a Cable Box/DSS ReceiverRecording or Viewing a Scrambled or Unscrambled Channel Watching TV With the VCR Turned OffHookups With a Cable Box/DSS Receiver cont’d Recording One Channel/Watching AnotherPlaying a Tape Antenna in Jack On back of TVTurning on Your VCR VCR will come on and the menu shown below will appearTurn on the TV Press the Menu button. The menu shown below will appear Wait for the VCR to program channelsPress the Number 3 button to select Tuner SET UP Programming ChannelsOn the display panel of the VCR Adding/Deleting Channels Press the VCR buttonPress the Menu button to bring up the main menu display Press the Number 4 button to select ADD/DELETE CHSetting the Clock Press the VCR button, then press the Menu buttonPress the Number 3 button to select SET Manual Clock Press the EXIT/STATUS buttonTime Zone Selection Press the Number 4 button to select SET Time ZoneSetting the Clock cont’d Manual PBS Channel SelectionAutomatic PBS Channel Selection Press the EXIT/STATUS button. You will be prompted toTurn off the VCR ChannelsDaylight-Saving Time Selection Press the EXIT/STATUS button to exitPress the Number 2 button to select VCR SET UP Language SelectionLanguage Press the Number 3 button to select LanguageRemote Control Buttons Rame ADVance Button Stop ButtonVCR PLUS+/ENTER Button EXIT/STATUS ButtonDisplay Panel VRX462Display Panel cont’d OTR LightRemote Sensor Tape Speed Lights Memory LightFront Panel Rear Panel Setting the Remote Control to Operate a TV Find the code for your TV Repeat stepCable BOX/DSS Receiver Codes Find the code for your Cable Box/DSS Receiver Repeat stepPress the Number 2 button to select on Screen Mode On-Screen Status DisplaysSound Program On Screen On and Counter Only modesWhen you find the remote control, point the remote at To program the VCR to find its Remote control onlyRemote Locator Playing Read and follow the steps below to play a tapeTurn on the TV Insert a tape VCR records in a preset volume RecordingAppear on the display panel Stop. Details are onOne Touch Recording Starting an OTRStopping an OTR Tape Speed button. Details are on pages 36Recording One Channel/Watching Another Press the RECord/OTR button to start a recordingInstructions carefully Timer Recording Press the Number 1 button to select ProgramSelect a once, daily or weekly recording RecordingInstructions continue on Follow the instructions in to set the recording’s stop timeThen turn itself off Timer Recording cont’d Tape SpeedsChecking or Clearing Timer Recordings Setting Up the VCR Plus+ Programming System TV Channels Cable ChannelsLocal TV Stations Call letters Examine the lists on 2pageSelect a ONCE, DAILY, or Weekly recording Monday through FridayPress the EXIT/STATUS button. Program WAS COM Connecting the Controller Cable Box or DSS Receiver ControllerTimer recording Press the Number 5 button to select SET Cable BOXPress the Menu button Press the Menu button. Wait for a few seconds Number 2 button to select NO. Use the Number buttons toPress the Menu button or the EXIT/STATUS button Cable BOX Control is on will appear for five secondsSetting the Controller to Operate a DSS Receiver Press the Number 6 button to select SET DSS ReceiverPress the Number 1 button to set the DSS Receiver Controller to onPress the Number 1 button to select YES Change the VCR ChannelsRerecording Tape Duplication VCR 1 will play your tape. Insert a prerecorded tape in VCRTo the Audio in Jack on VCR Index Search These features are not available with the VRX442 Receiving a Stereo BroadcastReceiving a Second Audio Program Multi-Channel Television Sound System VRX462 only cont’d Press the Number 1 button so that on appears besideHi-Fi Stereo Tape Playback VRX462 only Using the Tape Counter Tape Counter MemoryMemory light will appear on the display panel Turned ON. Details are onGo-To Feature To remove the Goto display, press the GO-TO button againPlay mode Repeat PlaybackVideo Stabilizer Video StabilizerPlayback Options Forward and Reverse SearchingViewing a Still Picture Viewing a Slow Motion PictureAutomatic Operation Features Glossary Cable Box/DSS Receiver Output Channel channel 03 orSpecifications Helpful Hints Helpful Hints cont’d Renewed Ac power cord Hi-fi stereo playback Rewind button Safety precautions Automatic With a stereo TV PlaybackOff mode Manually On mode TimerSupplied Accessories
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