Philips VR810BPH 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, 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 gladly help 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.

•Turn off the Child Lock. Details are on page 74.

A power failure occurred.

•Select a language if prompted to do so. Details are on page 20. Reset the clock if necessary. Details are on pages 14- 18. Timer recordings will be restored after the clock and channel settings are restored. If you are using the AUTO CLOCK feature, the time and timer recordings will be restored automatically after a power failure. Details are on page 43.

The VCR cannot be controlled with the remote control.

•Aim the remote control directly at the VCR’s remote sensor. Details are on page 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.

•Turn off the Child Lock. Details are on page 74.

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 38-45.

•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 14-18.

•Finish programming a timer recording at least five minutes before the recording is scheduled to begin.

•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.

•If you are using a Cable Box/DBS and are not using the Controller, enter the Cable Box/DBS output channel at step 3 on page 40, then select the channel to be recorded at the Cable Box/DBS. Leave the Cable Box/DBS on for the timer recording. Details are on page 8.

•Make sure no timer recordings overlap. Details are on page 46.

•Do not choose a DAILY recording if the program occurs on Saturday or Sunday. The recording will not occur, even though the VCR will accept the way you programmed the recording. Details are on pages 39 and 42.

•With ShowGuard, the VCR keeps your timer recordings, even if the power fails. However, the time and other menu settings may be lost if the power fails for more than three minutes. When the power is restored, the fol- lowing will occur: The VCR will automatically restore the time setting if you are using AUTO CLOCK. Auto will flash on the display panel. When the time setting is restored, the current time will appear on the display panel. After the time setting is restored, each timer recording you have set will occur as programmed, unless the record- ing was to occur during the power outage.

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.

•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.

The quick play mechanism enables the tape mechanism to switch from Stop mode to Play mode in one second.

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Contents VR810BPH Dear Philips product owner For Customer UseIntroduction FeaturesSafety Precautions Picture QualityTable of Contents Using the Remote Control Before Using Your VCRPutting Batteries in the Remote Control VCR Maintenance/Video Head CleaningHookups without a Cable Box Disconnect the antenna or cable from your TVHookups without a Cable Box cont’d Antenna Or CableConnections Cable signal RF coaxial cableHookups with a Cable Box/Direct Broadcast System Recording/Viewing Any Channel2RF coaxial cable Recording One Channel/Watching AnotherWith this connection TV’sTurning on Your VCR Menu shown below will appearTurn on the TV Turning on Your VCR cont’d Automatic Channel Setup Press the VCR button, then press the Menu buttonAutomatic Channel Setup cont’d Adding/Deleting ChannelsSelected channel Channels are set up. Details are on Setting the ClockManual Clock Setting To make corrections, follow stepsSetting the Clock cont’d Setting the Clock cont’d Time Zone SelectionManual PBS Channel Selection Automatic PBS Channel Selection CBL/DBS VCR VCR/TV Power Daylight-Savings TimeLanguage Selection Press the Play 8 or Stop 9 button to select LANPress the Menu button Turbo Timer indicators VCR Display Panel VHS Indicator VR1010BP onlyTape Speed Timer Light Lights Line Input Mode Remaining Tape Time IndicatorFront Panel Rear Panel Remote Control Buttons SAT/CBL/DBS Button Turbo Timer ButtonTimer Button ALTernate ChannelSetting the Remote Control to Operate a TV Repeat stepTurn on your Satellite Receiver/Cable Box/DBS Find the code for yourIf on Screen Mode is set to on or Press the Play 8 or Stop 9 button to select onPlaying Playback options and features are on pagesWhen you insert a tape, tape manag Read and follow the steps below to play a tapePress the VCR button VCR records in a preset volumeRecording Appear on the display panelVHS Recording VR1010BP only VHS ET VR1010BP only Recording One Channel/Watching Another VCR light will disappear from the display panelChannels are set up. Details are on pages One-Touch RecordingStarting an OTR Record Link Setting Up the VCR Plus+ Programming System ChannelsCall Letters Examine the lists 2onTimer Recording with the VCR Plus+ Programming System To check your timer recordings, see If you forget to turn off the VCRQuick Programming Channels are programmed. Details are on pagesInstructions continue on Tape SpeedsQuick Programming cont’d Helpful Hint Turbo Timer Current channel number will appear on the display panel. To1Insert a tape into the VCR Indicates a Weekly recording Checking, Editing, or Clearing Timer RecordingsProgram Review Indicates a Daily recordingPress the OK/STATUS button to select the program Or, to cancel the timer recording, press the Clear buttonProgram Overlap Warning Information about the chosen program will appearTimer Recording Speed Setting Follow the steps below to set Timer REC Speed to AutoRerecording Tape Duplication VCR 1 will play your tape. Insert a prerecorded tape in VCRAudio equipment CD player etc Audio cableBlinks and appears on the VCR display panel Make sure the video tape’s record tab is intactConnecting the Controller Connect the Cable signal toCable Box/DBS Controller Connect the Controller Setting the Controller to Operate a Cable Box Make sure the clock is set. You must set the clock manuallySetting the Controller to Operate a Cable Box cont’d Wait for a few secondsSetting the Controller to Operate a DBS Channel other thanWill learn your DBS code Setting the Controller to Operate a DBS cont’d 7Wait for a few secondsMulti-Channel Television Sound System Receiving a Stereo BroadcastReceiving a Second Audio Program Multi-Channel Television Sound System cont’d Record the program as usual. Details are onHi-Fi Stereo Tape Playback Video Stabilizer Or special effects playbackSmartPicture Digital Studio Picture Control To provide the highest possible picture qualityTo set Dspc to on or OFF, follow these steps Index Search Press the Stop 9 button to cancel a Skip SearchSearch Options Skip SearchViewing a Still Picture Playback OptionsForward and Reverse Searching Viewing a Slow Motion PictureViewing a Picture in Slow to Fast Motion Will lightInsert a tape that was recorded with this VCR Tape ManagerFind a Title Press the VCR button, then press the TapePress the Play 8 or Stop 9 button to select Check Tape Manager cont’dCheck Memory Check Memory screen appearsEdit Title If you don’t see the tape title or proTape titles may have up to 10 characters Entering Characters Selected programSorting by Tape Number FootballSorting by Date Sorting by Category As follows, for exampleFind Blank Space Review the tape portion to make sure it is blankDeleting Tape or Program Information If you want to erase more information, repeat stepsYou can disable the Tape Manager if you don’t want to use it CL will blink intermittently on the display panel When Child Lock is activatedChild Lock CL will disappear from the display panel Blue Background To set Blue Background to on or OFF, follow these stepsAutomatic Operation Features Glossary Helpful Hints Helpful Hints cont’d Limited Warranty Video Cassette Recorder or PlayerPayment Amount Limited Warranty cont’dTo obtain a replacement product from Philips Check or money order Account numberSpecifications Automatic Remote controlTimer Cable boxSupplied Accessories
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