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Philips 20PV230/07 User Manual

Philips 20PV230/07
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1. CONNECT THE TV-VIDEO COMBI 5...................
Placing the batteries in the remote control 5...........
Connecting the cables 6.............................
Connecting a decoder or other equipment 6............
2. INSTALLATION 7...................................
Initial installation 7..................................
Allocating a decoder 7..............................
Manual TV channel search 7.........................
Satellite receiver 8..................................
Special installation functions 8.......................
Automatic TV channel search (Autoinstall) 8...........
Sorting and clearing TV channels manually 9...........
Setting the time and date 10..........................
3. TV SET FUNCTIONS 11..............................
Selecting a TV channel 11...........................
(Switch-on volume) 12...............................
How do I read TELETEXT? 12.........................
Wake up function (WAKE-UP) 13.....................
Switch-off function (SLEEP TIMER) 13.................
4. IMPORTANT NOTES FOR OPERATION 14..............
General information 14..............................
Summary of user guide 15...........................
User guide (OSD) 15.................................
5. PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS 16..........................
Playing a pre-recorded cassette 16...................
Playing NTSC cassettes 16...........................
Tape position indication 16...........................
Searching for tape position with the picture (picture
search) 16.........................................
Still picture 17......................................
Searching for tape position without the picture
(winding) 17........................................
’Instant View’ function 17............................
Automatic search for a tape position (index search) 17..
Eliminating picture interference (tracking) 17...........
6. MANUAL RECORDING 18............................
Recording without automatic switch-off 18............
Recording with automatic switch-off (OTR
one-touch-recording) 18.............................
Protecting your recordings 18........................
Auto-assembling 19.................................
Selecting the recording speed (SP/LP) 19..............
7. PROGRAMMED RECORDING (TIMER) 20...............
’VPS’ (Video Programming System) / ’PDC’
(Programme Delivery Control) 20.....................
Programming a recording (with ’VIDEO Plus+’) 20.......
Programming a recording (without ’VIDEO Plus+’) 21....
How to check or change a programmed recording
(TIMER) 22.........................................
Clearing a programmed recording (TIMER) 22..........
8. ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS 23.........................
Parental control (Child lock) 23.......................
Switching OSD information on/off 23..................
Continuous playback of a cassette 23.................
9. BEFORE YOU CALL AN ENGINEER 24..................
10. GLOSSARY 25......................................
Technical terms used 25.............................
CONTENTS
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Philips 20PV230/07 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandPhilips
Model20PV230/07
CategoryTV VCR Combo
LanguageEnglish

Summary

The Remote Control

Remote Control Buttons: Basic Operation

Covers number buttons, standby, mute, playback, stop, and forward/rewind functions.

Remote Control Buttons: Navigation & Selection

Covers Menu, Select, arrow keys, OK, Index, and Still buttons for navigation.

Remote Control Buttons: Special Functions

Covers Teletext, Timer, Smart, Yellow, and Sleep buttons for specific features.

Front and Back Connections

Front Panel Controls

Describes physical buttons on the front of the unit for power, volume, and playback.

Front and Rear Sockets

Details input/output connections like AV, SCART, Aerial, and Headphones.

Indicator Lights

Explains the meaning of the standby and record indicator lights on the unit.

Safety and General Information

Safety Instructions and Notes

Crucial safety warnings regarding voltage, ventilation, liquids, and environmental conditions.

Interference Information

Information about improving TV signal reception and sources of interference.

Technical Information and Operation

Technical Specifications

Lists key electrical, physical, and performance specifications of the TV-Video Combi.

Accessories and Emergency Interrupt

Outlines included accessories and explains the emergency interrupt function for safe operation.

Special Functions Overview

SmartClock and Picture Quality Features

Describes automatic time setting (SmartClock) and picture enhancement features.

Programming and Recording Features

Covers Plug and Play, Video Plus+, and Tuners Record & View functionalities.

Playback and Timer Features

Explains Long Play, NTSC playback, and the Sleep Timer function.

Connecting the TV-Video Combi

UK Plug and Fuse Information

Details UK plug suitability, fuse replacement, and mains cable wiring guidance.

Remote Control Battery Installation

Step-by-step instructions for inserting batteries into the remote control.

Mains Cable Connection

Guide on connecting the mains cable and identifying wire colors for proper connection.

Connecting the TV-Video Combi

Connecting the Aerial and Mains Cables

Instructions for inserting the aerial plug and connecting the main power cable.

Connecting External Equipment

How to connect decoders, satellite receivers, or camcorders via the SCART socket.

Installation Procedures

Initial Automatic Installation

Guides through the automatic channel search process for initial setup.

Allocating a Decoder

Explains how to assign a decoder to a specific TV channel.

Manual TV Channel Search

Details the manual process for finding TV channels.

Installation Procedures

Satellite Receiver Connection

Instructions for connecting and receiving channels from a satellite receiver.

Special Installation Functions

Overview of customizable installation settings for the TV-Video Combi.

Automatic TV Channel Search

How to perform an automatic scan for all available TV channels.

Installation Procedures

Manual Channel Allocation and Deletion

How to organize, reassign, or remove TV channels from memory.

Time and Date Settings

Manual Time and Date Setting

Procedure to manually set the current year, month, date, and time.

Automatic Time and Date Setting (Smart Clock)

How to automatically set time and date using Teletext/PDC information.

TV Set Functions

Channel Selection and Input

How to select TV channels via aerial, SCART, or front AV inputs.

Volume Control

Adjusting audio volume using remote or unit buttons, including mute function.

Picture Settings Adjustment

Customizing picture parameters like brightness, contrast, colour, and sharpness.

TV Set Functions

Switch-on Volume Setting

Setting the default volume level when the TV-Video Combi is turned on.

Reading Teletext Information

How to access and display Teletext pages using the built-in decoder.

Special Teletext Functions

Using special Teletext features like font enlargement and sub-page selection.

TV Set Functions

Wake-Up Timer Function

Programming the TV-Video Combi to switch on automatically at a set time.

Sleep Timer Function

Setting the TV-Video Combi to switch off automatically after a specified period.

Important Operation Notes

General Operation Guidelines

Advice on switching the set on/off, standby mode, and power consumption.

Important Operation Notes

User Guide Summary and OSD Navigation

Overview of the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus and basic navigation controls.

Playback Functions

Playing Standard Cassettes

How to insert and play a pre-recorded VHS cassette.

Playing NTSC Cassettes

Instructions for playing back cassettes recorded in the NTSC format.

Tape Position and Search Functions

Using tape position indicator and picture search for locating specific parts of a tape.

Playback Functions

Still Picture and Winding Search

How to display a still image and search tape by winding.

Instant View and Index Search

Using Instant View during winding and searching by index code.

Eliminating Picture Interference

Adjusting tracking to improve playback picture quality.

Manual Recording

Recording Without Automatic Switch-off

How to start and stop manual recordings manually.

Recording With Automatic Switch-off (OTR)

Setting recordings to stop automatically using OTR.

Protecting Recorded Tapes

How to use the write-protect tab on cassettes to prevent accidental erasure.

Manual Recording

Auto-Assembling Recordings

Joining individual recordings seamlessly without flickering.

Selecting Recording Speed (SP/LP)

Choosing between Standard Play and Long Play recording speeds.

Programmed Recording (Timer)

'VPS'/'PDC' Recording Control

Using station signals to control recording start and end times.

Programming with VIDEO Plus+

Recording based on PlusCode numbers found in TV guides.

Programmed Recording (Timer)

Manual Timer Programming

Setting recordings manually without using VIDEO Plus+ codes.

Checking and Changing Timed Recordings

How to review or modify existing programmed recording settings.

Clearing Timed Recordings

Deleting programmed recording entries from the timer.

Additional Functions

Parental Control (Child Lock)

Blocking front panel buttons to prevent unintended use.

OSD Information Control

Turning on-screen display (OSD) information on or off.

Continuous Cassette Playback

Setting the cassette to automatically rewind and replay upon reaching the end.

Troubleshooting Guide

General Troubleshooting Steps

Basic checks for power, remote, and parental control issues.

Picture and Playback Problems

Solutions for no picture, poor quality playback, and cassette jamming.

Recording and Timer Issues

Diagnosing problems with manual or programmed recording and Smart Clock.

Glossary of Terms

Technical Terms Explained

Definitions for terms like OSD, Scart, OTR, Standby, and TELETEXT.

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