Philips VRX463 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.

•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.

•If you are using the Controller, enter the Cable Box/DSS Receiver channel you want to record at step 5 on page 35. If you are not using the Controller, enter the Cable Box/DSS Receiver output channel (03 or 04) at step 5 on page 35, then select the channel to be recorded at the Cable Box/DSS Receiver. Leave the Cable Box/DSS Receiver 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.

Tape can’t be removed.

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

The motor (cylinder) rotates even when the VCR is in Stop mode.

• To enable the quick play mechanism, the cylinder will rotate for about five minutes. This is normal.

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Contents Video Cassette Recorder VRX463 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 TVPress the VCR button, then press the Power button Turning on Your VCRVCR will come on Turn on the TVPress 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 ChannelsPress the VCR button, then press the Menu button to Bring up the main menu displayAdding/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 buttonSetting the Clock cont’d Time Zone SelectionPress the Number 4 button to select SET Time Zone Manual PBS Channel Selection Setting the Clock cont’d Automatic PBS Channel SelectionDaylight-Saving Time Selection Press the EXIT/STATUS button to exitPress the Number 2 button to select VCR SET UP Language SelectionLanguage Selection Press the Number 3 button to select LanguageRemote Control Buttons REWind Button Stop ButtonEject Button JOG/SHUTTLE ButtonDisplay Panel Display Panel cont’d OTR LightRemote Sensor Tape Speed Lights Memory LightFront Panel Rear Panel Setting the Remote Control to Operate a TV 2Find the code for your TV 4Repeat 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 DisplaysCounter will remain on the screen Sound ProgramWhen you find the remote control, point the remote at Remote LocatorPlaying Read and follow the steps below to play a tape1Turn on the TV 2Insert a tape Recording Appear on the display panelOne Touch Recording Starting an OTRStopping an OTR Recording One Channel/Watching Another Timer Recording Press the Number 1 button to select ProgramSelect a once, daily, or weekly recording RecordingInstructions continue on Box/DSS Receiver onFollow to set the recording’s stop time 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 Setting Up the VCR Plus+ Programming System cont’d Timer Recording With the VCR Plus+ Programming System Press the EXIT/STATUS button. Program WAS COM Connecting the Controller Cable Box or DSS Receiver ControllerSetting the Controller to Operate a Cable Box Press the Number 5 button to select SET Cable BOXTon. When the Cable Box changes to channel 09, go to step Press the Menu button. Wait for a few secondsNumber 2 button to select NO. Use the Number buttons to Press the Menu button or the EXIT/STATUS buttonPress the Number 6 button to select SET DSS Receiver Press the Number 1 button to set the DSS ReceiverController to on Press the Menu button Press the Number 1 button to select YESRerecording Tape Duplication Audio cablesVideo cable VCR 1 will play your tape. Insert a prerecorded tape in VCRIndex Search Insert a tapeMulti-Channel Television Sound System Receiving a Stereo BroadcastReceiving a Second Audio Program Multi-Channel Television Sound System cont’d Press the Number 1 button so that on appears besideHi-Fi Stereo Tape Playback Using the Tape Counter Tape Counter MemoryTo bring up the Goto display Begin tape playbackStop the tape Turn off VCRRepeat Playback Video 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 Index Supplied Accessories
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