Philips VRA631AT owner manual 2Find, Your code

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Setting the Remote to Operate a Cable Box/Direct Broadcast System 23

Your VCR remote control may operate your Cable Box or Direct Broadcast System (DBS). If the remote control doesn’t operate your Cable Box or DBS now, follow the steps below.

1

Turn on the Cable Box/DBS. Then, point the remote con- trol at your Cable Box/DBS and press the CBL/DBS button. Then, press the POWER button. If your Cable Box/DBS turns off, try the other Cable Box/DBS buttons (see pages 24-25). If your Cable Box/DBS doesn’t turn off, or if the other buttons don’t work, go to step 2.

2

1&6 2Find

your code.

POWER

VCR/TV

EJECT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

VCR

TV

CBL/DBS

4

 

PLAY

 

REW

 

F.FWD

 

 

STOP

 

 

MENU

STATUS/EXIT

CLEAR

 

Find the brand of your Cable Box or DBS on the lists below and remember the two-digit number beside it.

CABLE BOX CODES

ARCHER..01, 05, 06, 44

MAGNAVOX..............26

SAMSUNG.............05, 06,

CABLETENNA.....01,

44

MATSUSHITA

 

 

40, 42

CABLEVIEW

........04,

30,

.......................16, 17, 97

SCIENTIFIC ATLANTA

 

42, 44, 52

MOVIETIME

42, 44

...............................08, 09

CENTURY

44

NOVAVISION........08, 09

SIGNAL........................26

CITIZEN

04, 30,

NSC/NEC...................40

SL MARX.........06, 40, 42,

 

42, 44, 52

OAK......................11, 46

 

44, 52

CURTIS

08, 09

OAK SIGMA.........11, 46

SPRUCER

16, 17, 97

DIAMOND

01, 44

PANASONIC..16, 17, 97

STANDARD COMPONENTS

EAGLE

26, 40,

62

PHILIPS.........07, 23, 50

...............................42, 44

EASTERN/REGENCY

PIONEER

05, 06

STARGATE......04, 06, 30,

...................................

28

PULSAR.........04, 30, 42,

 

40, 42, 44, 52

GC BRAND

04, 30,

 

44, 52

TELEVIEW.......06, 40, 42

5

1

2

3

4

5

6

 

7

8

9

 

VCR PLUS+/ENTER

 

ALT. CH

 

 

0

 

 

SPEED

TIME SEARCH PAUSE/STILL

 

REC/OTR

MEMORY

SLOW

CH

VOL

MUTE3

42, 44, 52

QUEST

05, 06

TOCOM......01, 33, 34, 42

GEMINI/JASCO

..........04

RCA................16, 17, 97

UNIKA....................01, 44

GENERAL ELECTRIC

REALISTIC

44

UNIVERSAL.....42, 44, 52

.............................

01, 57

RECOTON.................44

VIDEOWAY......07, 23, 50

GENERAL INSTRUMENT

REGAL.....14, 15, 28, 41

VIEWSTAR......26, 40, 62

.....01, 02, 03, 04, 34, 83

REMBRANDT

 

ZENITH............07, 23, 50

HAMLIN....14, 15, 28, 41

.........................01, 42, 44

 

JERROLD.......01, 02, 03,

 

 

 

04, 34, 83

 

 

 

DIRECT BROADCAST SYSTEM CODES

MAGNAVOX

94,95 RCA.........................97 SONY.......................98

3

Press the MUTE button.

4

Within 30 seconds, press the CBL/DBS button.

5

Within 30 seconds, press the Number buttons to enter the two-digit code for your Cable Box or DBS. For example, if you have a Zenith Cable Box, press Number buttons 0,7.

6

Repeat step 1. If the remote control works your Cable Box or DBS, you’re finished. If the remote control still doesn’t work your Cable Box or DBS, repeat steps 3-5, using a different code for your brand, if available.

There is no guarantee

that the remote

will work your

Cable Box or DBS.

Helpful Hints

•The remote control may only operate some features of your Cable Box/DBS. For example, the remote control may turn off the Cable Box/DBS power, but it may not change channels at the Cable Box/DBS.

•If you can not change the channels at the Cable Box by using the Number buttons, press the VCR PLUS+/ENTER button after you press the Number buttons. It may change channels at the Cable Box.

•When you replace the batteries in the remote control, you will have to program the remote control again.

•Remember to point the remote con- trol toward the Cable Box/DBS dur- ing steps 1-6.

•Some Cable Boxes can only be turned on at the Cable Box.

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Contents VRA631AT Model No Serial No Dear Philips Magnavox product ownerFor Customer Use This bolt of lightning indi- cates uninsulated materialIntroduction FeaturesSafety Precautions Table of Contents Removing the Plastic Cover from the Front Panel Putting Batteries in the Remote ControlUsing the Remote Control VCR maintenanceDisconnect the antenna or cable from your TV Hookups without a Cable Box/Direct Broadcast SystemPlug in the TV and the VCR Hookups without a Cable Box/Direct Broadcast System cont’dRecording/Viewing Any Channel Hookups with a Cable Box/Direct Broadcast SystemConnections TV’s Antenna Recording One Channel/Watching AnotherCable Box/DBS Hookups with a Stereo TV Press the Menu button. The display shown below will appear Turning on Your VCR2Turn on the TV Press the VCR button Press the Menu button Automatic Channel SetupAdding/Deleting Channels Automatic Channel Setup cont’dPress the STATUS/EXIT button once or twice to exit Reviewing Memorized ChannelsDo each step within 60 seconds of the previous step Setting the ClockManual Clock Setting Setting the Clock cont’d Press the VCR button, then press the Menu button Automatic Clock SettingTime Zone Press the VCR button Daylight-Savings TimeLanguage Selection Child Lock When Child Lock is activatedPress the Mute button 2Find your TV codeYour code 2FindVCR Button Remote Control ButtonsVOLume o/p Button Press to adjust the volume of your TV Eject ButtonMenu REWind/ ButtonVCR PLUS+/ENTER Button If you select Status ON, then select Counter only OFF On-Screen Status DisplaysStatus Display example only If you select Status ON, then select Counter only onVCR Light Timer LightVCR Display Panel Cassette CompartmentFront Panel Rear Panel 1Turn on the TV 2Insert a tape in the VCR PlayingRead and follow the steps below to play a tape RECord light will appear RecordingIf the VCR light appears on the display panel, go to . If VCR light does not appear, press the VCR/TV button onceRecording One Channel/Watching Another One-Touch Recording Daily Timer RecordingTimer Recording cont’d Tape Speeds Timer Recording cont’dPress the STATUS/EXIT button. Program WAS COM Checking or Cancelling Timer Recordings Call Letters Setting Up the VCR Plus+ Programming SystemChannels Examine the lists on Setting Up the VCR Plus+ Programming System cont’dTimer Recording with the VCR Plus+ Programming System See page 52 for more hints RF coaxial cable Rerecording Tape DuplicationPress the F.FWD/B button so that on appears beside VCR SET UP, then press the F.FWD/B buttonRepeat Play While the status display is on the screen, press Clear button to reset the real-time counter to zeroReal-Time Counter Memory Press the VCR button Press the Time Search button Time SearchViewing a Still Picture Special Effects PlaybackForward and Reverse Searching SP/LP/SLP Super High Speed Searching LP/SLPAutomatic Operation Features Monitor Multi-Channel Television Sound SystemUnderstanding On-Screen Displays Specifically…Multi-Channel Television Sound System cont’d Please see additional notes on Hi-Fi Stereo Sound SystemHi-Fi Stereo Sound System cont’d Helpful Hints Helpful Hints cont’d Cable Box/DBS Output Channel 03 or GlossarySpecifications Model # Serial # Limited WarrantyIndex Page Page Supplied Accessories

VRA631AT specifications

The Philips VRA631AT is a cutting-edge video recorder that showcases the company's commitment to innovation and quality in home entertainment technology. This model emphasizes user-friendly features combined with advanced recording capabilities, making it a popular choice for consumers who value both performance and convenience.

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In summary, the Philips VRA631AT is a robust video recorder that combines high-resolution recording, user-friendly functionality, and extensive connectivity options. With its scheduling features and advanced compression technology, it caters to the needs of both casual viewers and dedicated enthusiasts. This model is an excellent choice for anyone looking to enhance their home entertainment experience with reliable and high-quality recording capabilities.
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