Philips VRZ255 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 34 - 39.

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 34 - 39.

•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.

•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 34 - 39.

•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 36, 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 VRZ255 For Customer Use Dear Philips Magnavox product ownerModel No Serial No Safety Precautions FeaturesIntroduction 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 CH4Connections Hookups With a Cable Box/Direct Broadcast SystemRecording/Viewing Any Channel Cable signal RF coaxial cable TV’s Recording One Channel/Watching AnotherWith this connection Cable Box/DBSTurning on Your VCR Press the FF /OK button. The menu shown below will appearAutomatic Channel Setup Press the VCR button, then press the Menu buttonAutomatic Channel Setup cont’d Adding/Deleting ChannelsManual Clock Setting Instructions continue onWhen the month and day are correct, press the FF /OK button Setting the Clock cont’dPress the EXIT/STATUS button Time Zone Selection Press the FF /OK button repeatedly to select TimeManual PBS Channel Selection Automatic PBS Channel Selection Daylight-Saving Time OFF, PBS CH. and Time Zone will not appear in the menuLanguage Selection Press the EXIT/STATUS buttonRemote Control Buttons Timer Button Menu ButtonEXIT/STATUS Button Speed ButtonDisplay Panel Front Panel Rear Panel Operation If on Screen Mode is set to on or CounterSound program selected Setting 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/DBSPlaying Read and follow the steps below to play a tapeIf playback does not start automatically, press the Play Button. The 3 light will appear on the VCR display panelVCR records in a preset volume RecordingPress the VCR button Light will appear on the VCR display panelChannels are set up. Details are on pages 11 One-Touch RecordingStarting an OTR Stopping an OTRRecording One Channel/Watching Another Channels Setting Up the VCR Plus+ Programming SystemStation Setting Up the VCR Plus+ Programming System cont’d 2Examine the lists onTimer Recording With the VCR Plus+ Programming System Press the EXIT/STATUS button. Program WAS COM Quick Programming Press the VCR button, then press the Timer buttonComplete each step within 60 seconds of the previous step Tape Speeds Index Checking, Editing, or Clearing Timer Recordings Programmed timer recordings will appearTimer Recording Speed Setting Follow the steps below to set Timer REC Speed to AutoVCR 1 will play your tape. Insert a prerecorded tape in VCR Rerecording Tape DuplicationAudio and video cables are not included Index Search Receiving a Stereo Broadcast Multi-Channel Television Sound SystemReceiving a Second Audio Program Multi-Channel Television Sound System cont’d Hi-Fi Stereo Tape Playback Video Stabilizer Incredible Picture Playback Options Forward and Reverse SearchingViewing a Still Picture Viewing a Slow Motion Picture Automatic Operation Features Glossary Cable Box/DBS Output Channel channel 03 orSpecifications Helpful Hints Helpful Hints cont’d Renewed Ac power cord Hookups Slow motion Accessories Glossary Stabilizer Safety precautions Tapes Helpful hintsSlp Antenna in jack With a stereo TV ClearingSupplied Accessories
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