Thank you for buying a PHILIPSTV-Video Combi. The
20PV230/07 is one of the most sophisticated and simple-to-use
TV video recorders (TV-Video Combi) on the market. With this
device you can record and play VHS-standard cassettes.
Please take the time to read this operating manual before
using your set.

Safety instructions and other notes

ADanger: High voltage! Do not open!
There is a risk of an electrical shock!
AThe machine does not contain any components that can be
repaired by the customer.When the TV-Video Combi is
connected to the power supply there are some components that
are constantly operational. To switch off the TV-Video Combi
completely you must switch it off with the power switch.
BMake sure that air can circulate freely through the ventilation
slots on the machine. We recommend to leave approx. 5 cm of
space all around your machine to ensure proper ventilation.
BMake sure that no objects or liquids enter the machine. If liquid
is spilt into it, immediatelydisconnect the machinefrom the
power supply and call the After-sales Service for advice.
BThe machine should not be brought into a warm room directly
following a transport from a cold room or vice versa. Also, do
not use machine in extremelyhigh humidity conditions.
After unpacking the TV-Video Combi, it should be allowed to
acclimatise for at least three hours before installation.
CThese operating instructions have been printed on non-polluting
paper.
CDeposit old batteries at the respective collection points.
CPlease make use of the facilities available in your country for
disposing of the packagingin a way that helps to protect the
environment.
CThis electronic equipment contains many materialsthat canbe
recycled. Please inquire about the possibilities for recycling
your old set.
DVIDEO Plus+ and PlusCode are registered trademarks of
Gemstar Development Corporation. The VIDEO Plus+
system is manufactured under licence from Gemstar
Development Corporation.
So that you can identify your machine in the event of theft,
enter the serial number here. You will find this serial number
(PROD.NO:) on the model plate at the back of the machine:

MODEL NO. 20PV230/07

PROD.NO: ......

This product complieswith the requirements of the Directive
73/23/EEC + 89/336/EEC+ 93/68/EEC.

Interference

The Department of Trade and Industry operates a Radio
Investigation Service to help TV licence holders improve
reception of BBC and ITC programmes where these are being
spoilt by interference.
If your dealer cannot help, ask at a Main Post Office for the
booklet ’How to Improve Television and Radio Reception’.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS PHILIPS 20PV230/07
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