Philips VR400BMG owner manual Glossary, Cable Box/DBS Output Channel Channel 3 or

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AUDIO IN/OUT Jacks: jacks located on the back of the VCR which are used to record audio from another source (IN) or to send audio to another system (OUT).

Automatic Channel Setup: process in which the VCR scans all available channels and places the ones you receive in its memo- ry. Then, when you push the CHANNEL (o/p) buttons, you only scan through channels you receive.

Bands: settings that allow you to tune channels.

•Antenna – VHF (very high frequency; channels 2-13) and UHF (ultra high frequency; channels 14-69).

•Cable – all standard channels can be received without a Cable Box/DBS.

Cable Box/DBS Output Channel: Channel 3 or 4.

Dubbing: copying a tape using a second VCR.

Frame: a single still picture.

HQ: high quality; a feature in the VCR circuitry which provides enhanced picture detail.

Line Input: The channel to which you set your VCR during dub- bing. The line input channel is always channel 00.

If you accidentally enter Line Input mode (LineIn Rear (L1) will appear on your TV screen briefly), press the CHANNEL (o/p) buttons or use the Number buttons to select another channel.

Mode: a VCR operation.

OTR: One-Touch Recording; programming a timed recording that starts immediately and records for 30 minutes to eight hours, whichever you specify.

Remote Control: the small electronic unit that came with your VCR; allows you to operate your VCR from a distance.

RF coaxial cable: The cable supplied with your VCR. Use it to connect your VCR to your TV (or Cable Box/DBS, if applicable). The supplied cable is a snap-on type. However, you may also use a screw-on type if you prefer.

Special Effects: forward and reverse searching; a still picture; slow motion playback.

Tape Speeds: how fast the tape travels during a recording or during playback.

•SP (standard play) – fastest tape speed (recording time for a T120 tape is approximately two hours); best picture quality.

•LP (long play) – average tape speed; playback only.

•SLP (super long play) – slowest tape speed (recording time for a T120 tape is approximately six hours).

VCR: video cassette recorder.

VIDEO IN/OUT Jacks: jacks located on the back of the VCR which are used to record video from another source (IN) or to send video to another system (OUT).

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Contents VCR Warranty Verification For Customer UseFeatures Safety PrecautionsIntroduction Declaration of ConformityTable of Contents Before Using Your VCR Putting Batteries in the Remote ControlUsing the Remote Control VCR maintenanceHookups Without a Cable Box / Direct Broadcast System Disconnect the antenna or cable from your TVPlug in the AC power cords of the TV and the VCR CH3 CH4Recording/Viewing Any Channel Cable SignalConnections Signal Recording One Channel/Watching AnotherCable Box/DBS CableHookups With a Stereo TV Turning on Your VCR Below will appearAutomatic Channel Setup Press the Menu button until the main menu appearsAutomatic Channel Setup cont’d Adding/Deleting ChannelsSetting the Clock Follow the steps below to set your VCR’s clock. Make sureSetting the Clock cont’d Your selection will flash on the screen in the AM/PM spacePress the Counter RESET/EXIT button to exit Language SelectionOn-Screen Status Displays OFF mode Press the Display button once Count modePress the Display button once Clock mode Remote Control Buttons Counter RESET/EXIT Button Eject ButtonTime Search Button Index Search ButtonVCR Display Panel Speed Button Power Button Remote Sensor FWD Fast Forward ButtonVCR/TV Button Play ButtonAC Power Cord Rear PanelVideo OUT Jack Video in JackRead and follow the steps below to play a tape PlayingVHS Quasi Play Back Sqpb Recording 1Turn on the TV Insert a tapeStopping an OTR One-Touch RecordingStarting an OTR Timer Recording Channels are set up Clock is setEnter the recording’s start time Timer Recording cont’dRepeat the procedure in to set the recording’s end time Start Time END Time Channel REC Speed SLP Timer Recording cont’d Cancelling a Timer RecordingCorrecting a Timer Recording 42&5Auto Satellite Link Using a Satellite Tuner Set the program to be recorded On the satellite tunerPress the VCR/TV button on the VCR remote control to Recording One Channel/Watching AnotherTo return to the channel being recorded, use the TV Put the VCR in VCR position. The VCR/TV light will appearRerecording Tape Duplication AntennaRepeat Play Special Effects Playback Forward and Reverse Searching SP/LP/SLPSuper High Speed Searching LP/SLP Viewing a Still PictureSelect Picture SELECT. Then, press the F.FWD button Picture SelectPress the Play button or the Stop button repeatedly to Real-Time Counter Memory Press the Play button to watch the tapeIndex Search Press the Index Search buttonTime Search Press the Time Search buttonTo resume normal tape playback, press the Play button Quick FindPress the QUICK-FIND button Automatic Playback Features Helpful Hints Helpful Hints cont’d Glossary Cable Box/DBS Output Channel Channel 3 orSpecifications Renewed Index Supplied Accessories