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Philips VR960BPH User Manual

Philips VR960BPH
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Video Cassette Recorder
VR960BPH
Owner’s Manual
Important!
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Philips VR960BPH Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeVCR
BrandPhilips
ModelVR960BPH
Video FormatVHS
Playback FeaturesPlay

Summary

Warranty and Registration

Warranty Verification and Confirmation

Registering confirms warranty rights & serves as proof of ownership.

Model Registration Benefits

Guarantees receiving product offers and important information.

Safety Information

Understanding Safety Symbols

Explains symbols used in the manual for safety warnings.

Introduction and Safety

Product Features Overview

Lists all VCR features and capabilities.

Important Safety Precautions

Warnings to prevent fire or shock hazards during operation.

FCC Warning and Compliance

FCC compliance statement and warning about unauthorized modifications.

Initial Setup and Basic Operations

Remote Control Setup

Instructions for batteries, usage, and erase protection.

VCR Maintenance

Basic maintenance tips for VCR performance and head cleaning.

Connecting to Your TV

Hookups without a Cable Box

Instructions for connecting antenna/cable to VCR and TV.

Connecting the RF Coaxial Cable

Details on connecting the RF coaxial cable between VCR and TV.

Connecting to External Sources

Hookups with Cable Box/DBS

Instructions for connecting Cable Box/DBS to VCR and TV.

Simultaneous Recording and Viewing

How to watch one channel while recording another.

Initial VCR Power On and Setup

Turning on Your VCR

Step-by-step guide to power on and initial setup.

Automatic Channel Scan Setup

VCR memorizes received channels for efficient scanning.

Channel Tuning and Management

Automatic Channel Setup

How to scan and store available TV channels.

Adding/Deleting Channels

Procedures for managing stored channels.

Clock and Time Settings

Manual Clock Setting

Step-by-step guide to manually set the VCR's clock.

Time Zone and DST Settings

How to set the clock using time zone and daylight savings.

PBS Channel Clock Setup

Setting the clock via manual or automatic PBS channel input.

Language Settings

Changing Display Language

How to change on-screen display and menu language.

Understanding the VCR Display

VCR Display Panel Overview

Explains various indicators and information on the display.

Key Display Indicators

Details on specific indicators like S-VHS, Tape Speed, VCR Light.

Front Panel Controls

Front Panel Buttons and Jacks

Descriptions of buttons and jacks on the VCR's front panel.

Rear Panel Connections

Rear Panel Jacks and Ports

Details on all connection jacks on the rear panel.

Remote Control Operation

Basic Remote Control Buttons

Descriptions of major VCR remote control buttons.

Specialized Remote Functions

Explains buttons for specific functions like Skip Search, Record End Search.

On-Screen Status Displays

Status Display Modes

Options for ON, COUNTER, or OFF for status displays.

Remote Control Setup: TV Operation

Programming Remote for TV Control

Guide to programming the VCR remote to control a TV.

Remote Control Setup: Cable/DBS Operation

Programming Remote for Cable Box/DBS Control

Guide to programming the VCR remote to control a Cable Box or DBS.

Playing Tapes

How to Play a Tape

Step-by-step instructions to play a recorded tape.

Recording Programs

Basic Recording Procedure

Basic steps to record a TV program.

S-VHS Recording

Setting S-VHS Recording Mode

Steps to change the S-VHS recording mode.

S-VHS ET Recording

Using S-VHS ET

Explains and guides the use of S-VHS ET for higher quality on VHS tapes.

Simultaneous Recording and Viewing

Record One Channel, Watch Another

How to record one program while viewing another.

One-Touch Recording (OTR)

Starting a One-Touch Recording

Step-by-step guide to initiate a One-Touch Recording.

Record Link Feature

Automatic DBS Program Recording

Automatically records DBS programs when a signal is received.

VCR Plus+ Programming System

Setting Up VCR Plus+

Instructions to set up the VCR Plus+ system by entering channel information.

Entering Channel Numbers for VCR Plus+

Steps to input VCR Plus+ and Cable/TV channel numbers.

Timer Recording with VCR Plus+

Programming Timer Recordings

How to program timer recordings using PlusCode numbers.

Selecting Recording Schedule

Options for one-time, daily, or weekly timer recordings.

Quick Programming

Setting Recording Parameters

Setting start time, stop time, and tape speed for quick programming.

Selecting Recording Date and Type

Setting the date and choosing one-time, daily, or weekly programming.

Turbo Timer Recording

Setting Turbo Timer Recordings

Fast timer recording setup without using menus.

Timer Recording Management

Program Review

How to check, edit, or clear programmed timer recordings.

Program Overlap Warning

Resolving Overlapping Recordings

Steps to change or cancel conflicting timer recordings.

Timer Recording Speed Settings

Setting Timer Recording Speed to AUTO

How to set recording speed to AUTO for longer programs.

Tape Duplication

Rerecording (Tape Duplication)

Instructions for copying tapes between VCRs.

Controller Connection and Setup

Connecting the Controller

Steps to connect the VCR Controller for Cable Box/DBS.

Controller for Cable Box Operation

Setting the Controller for Cable Box

Guide to program the VCR remote to control a Cable Box.

Testing Cable Box Control

Steps to verify if the controller can change Cable Box channels.

Controller for DBS Operation

Setting the Controller for DBS

Guide to program the VCR remote to control a DBS.

Testing DBS Control

Steps to verify if the controller can change DBS channels.

Multi-Channel Sound Systems

Stereo and Second Audio Reception

Explains stereo and second audio reception/recording.

Recording Stereo and SAP Programs

Steps to receive and record stereo or SAP TV broadcasts.

Hi-Fi Stereo Tape Playback

Playing Hi-Fi Stereo Tapes

How to play tapes recorded in Hi-Fi stereo.

Video Stabilizer

Setting Video Stabilizer

Steps to turn the video stabilizer feature ON or OFF.

SmartPicture Adjustment

Adjusting Picture Quality Settings

How to adjust picture quality settings (Soft, Sharp, Distinct, Auto).

Digital Studio Picture Control (DSPC)

Setting DSPC ON or OFF

Steps to activate or deactivate the Digital Studio Picture Control.

Search Options

Navigating Tapes with Search Features

Explains Index Search, Record End Search, and Skip Search.

Playback Options

Advanced Playback Modes

Describes Forward/Reverse Searching, Still/Slow Motion, and Repeat Playback.

Child Lock Feature

Enabling and Disabling Child Lock

How to disable VCR and remote buttons to prevent unauthorized use.

Blue Background Setting

Managing Weak Signal Display

How to display a blue screen and mute sound for weak signals.

Automatic Operation Features

Automatic Playback and Rewind

How tapes play automatically and rewind when finished.

Manual Tracking Adjustment

How to manually adjust tracking for better picture quality.

Troubleshooting and Helpful Hints

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Solutions for common VCR problems like no power or remote issues.

Recording and Playback Problem Solving

Tips for recording/playback problems, line input, and sound systems.

Warranty Information

Limited Warranty Details

Terms of the VCR's warranty coverage.

Product Exchange Procedures

Procedures for exchanging a defective product.

Technical Specifications

VCR Specifications

Lists technical details like video heads, power, dimensions.

Supplied Accessories

Included Accessories List

Lists items included with the VCR.

Optional Accessories

Available Optional Accessories

Lists accessories available for purchase.

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