Philips VR685 User Manual

The remote control
EJECT J
Eject
STANDBY m
Standby
CHILD LOCK u
Child lock
SYSTEM
Special function
SP/LP
SP/LP selection
MONITOR
TV monitor function
0-9
Digit buttons 0-9
SELECT
Function selector
CLEAR (CL)
Reset, clear
TIMER k
’VIDEOPlus’ / ’TIMER’ programming
OK
Confirm button
P q
Up/number plus
D
Menu left
C
Menu right
P r
Down/number minus
PLAY G
Playback
H
Rewind/Reverse scanning
STOP h
Pause/Stop, Tuner-mode
I
Forward wind/ Forward scanning
INDEX E
Index search
RECORD/OTR n
Record
STILL R
Still picture
Additional TV functions:
Sq
TV volume +
Sr
TV volume -
TV y
TV sound off
TV m
Switch off TV
TV q
Programme number +
TV r
Programme number -
Front of the video recorder
STANDBY m
Standby
AUDIO L
Audio input, left channel
AUDIO R
Audio input, right channel
VIDEO
Video input socket
RECORD n
Record
PROGRAMME r
Down/number minus
PROGRAMME q
Up/number plus
AUTOINSTALL
Installation button
STOP/EJECT ?
Stop/Cassette eject
H
Rewind/Reverse scanning
PLAY G
Playback
I
Forward wind/ Forward scanning
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Philips VR685 Specifications

General

Brand	Philips
Model	VR685
Category	VCR
Language	English

Summary

Remote Control Overview

Playback, Recording, and Navigation

Programming Modes

VIDEOPlus+ Programming

Guide to inputting codes, setting intervals, and adjusting times.

Manual Recording Programming

Introduction and Safety

Product Overview and Safety Warnings

Welcome message, VHS compatibility, and critical safety precautions.

Installation and Connections

Plug and Cable Connections

Fuse replacement, plug wiring, aerial, and mains cable connections.

Scart Cable Connection

Step-by-step guide to connect the VCR to a TV using a scart cable.

Connecting Without Scart

Setup and Modulator Adjustment

Connecting aerial/power, TV setup, and adjusting modulator frequency.

Channel Installation and Clock Setting

Automatic Channel Installation

Initiating and completing the automatic search and storage of TV channels.

Manual Clock Setting

Procedures for manually adjusting the VCR's time and date.

Channel Allocation Methods

Automatic FOLLOW TV Allocation

Manual Channel Number Assignment

Decoder Allocation

Linking TV Programmes to Decoder

Playback Functions

Basic Playback, Search, and Eject

Picture Quality and Cleaning

Eliminating Interference and Adjusting Tracking

Video Head Cleaning Procedure

Performing the video head cleaning cycle for optimal performance.

Recording Features

Direct Record Function

Recording currently viewed content and enabling the feature.

Programmed Recording Setup

Information needed, PDC/VPS control, and adjusting start times.

Programming Recordings

VIDEOPlus+ Programming Guide

Inputting codes, intervals, and finalizing programming.

Manual Recording Programming Steps

Special Features

Remote TV Control and External Recording

Settings and Manual Search

Child Lock and OSD Management

Channel Display and Manual Search

Advanced Settings and Troubleshooting

Channel Entry, Decoder, and NICAM

Resolving Operational Issues

Troubleshooting common problems, errors, and preparing for engineer assistance.

Remote Control Codes

Brand Code List for TV Control