Philips VR550/58 User Manual

This video recorder is used for the recording and playback of VHS videocassettes.
Cassettes with the VHS-C label (VHS cassettes for camcorders) may only be used
with a suitable adapter.
We hope you enjoy your new video recorder.
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Thank you for buying a Philips video recorder. This video recorder is one of the most sophisticated
and easy-to-use video recorders (VCR) on the market. Please take the time to read this operating
manual before using your video recorder. It contains important information and notes regarding opera-
tion. The video recorder should
not be turned on immediately after transportation from a cold to a
hot area or vice versa, or in conditions of extreme humidity. Wait at least three hours after transport-
ing the device. The video recorder needs this time in order to become acclimatised to its new environ-
ment (temperature, air humidity, etc.).
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Important notes regarding operation
Danger: High voltage!
Do not remove the top cover as there is
a risk of an electrical shock!
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do
not expose this device to rain or moisture.
The video recorder does not contain any
components that can be repaired by the
customer. Please leave all maintenance
work for qualified personnel.
As soon as the video recorder is connected
to the power supply, there are some compo-
nents that are in constant operation. To
switch off the video recorder completely you
must disconnect it from the power supply.
Make sure that air can circulate freely
through the ventilation slots on the video
recorder. Do not place the device on an
unsteady base.
Make sure that no objects or liquids enter
the video recorder. Do not place vases or
the like on the video recorder. If liquid is
spilt into it, immediately disconnect the
video recorder from the power supply and
call After-sales Service for advice.
Do not place any combustible objects on
the device (candles, etc.).
Make sure that children do not place any
foreign objects within the openings or venti-
lation slots.
These operating instructions have been
printed on non-polluting paper.
Deposit old batteries at the appropriate col-
lection points.
Please make use of the facilities available in
your country for disposing of the packaging
of the video recorder in a way that helps to
protect the environment.
This electronic device contains many mate-
rials that can be recycled. Please enquire
about the possibilities for recycling your old
device.
So that you can identify your machine for service
questions or in the event of theft, enter the serial
number here. The serial number (PROD. NO.) is
printed on the type plate fixed at the back of the
device.
This product complies with the requirements of
Directive 73/23/EEC +89/336/EEC +93/68 EEC.
MODEL NO. VR550/58
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Philips VR550/58 Specifications

General

Type	VCR
Video Format	VHS
Number of Heads	4
Remote Control	Yes
Playback Formats	VHS
Recording Formats	VHS
Tuner	Yes
Recording Speed	SP, LP
Connections	SCART
Inputs	RF, RCA, SCART
Outputs	SCART

Summary

Important notes regarding operation

Safety and Operation Precautions

Key warnings and advice for safe and proper use of the video recorder, including electrical shock and moisture risks.

Environmental Considerations

Guidance on responsible disposal of batteries and packaging for environmental protection.

1. Connecting the video recorder

Preparing the remote control

Instructions for installing batteries in the remote control before initial use.

Connecting to TV via Scart Cable

Step-by-step guide to connecting the VCR to a TV using a scart cable for optimal signal quality.

Connecting without a scart cable

Instructions for connecting the video recorder to a TV using an aerial cable.

2. Installing your video recorder

Preparation for use

Guide to preparing the video recorder, including automatic TV channel search and setup.

Decoder allocation

Instructions for allocating TV channels to a connected decoder for viewing encrypted content.

Manual TV channel search

Troubleshooting No TV Signal

Steps to resolve 'NO TV SIGNAL' issues by checking connections and settings.

Sorting TV channels manually

Automatic Tuning

Procedure to re-scan and save all available TV channels, updating the recorder's channel list.

6. Other Functions

Changing the video (colour) system

Adjusting the TV system (PAL, SECAM, NTSC) to avoid colour distortion during playback.

Blue Background on or off

Option to enable or disable a blue screen display for weak TV signal reception.

Automatic switch-off

Selecting the sound channel

Choosing the desired audio output channel for stereo or bilingual broadcasts.

7. Before you call an engineer

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Solutions for common problems like no response, jammed cassette, or no picture.