Philips 14PV327/05B User manual

1. CONNECTING YOUR TV-VIDEO COMBI 4..............
Connecting the cables 4.............................
Connecting a decoder or other equipment 4............
2. INSTALLING YOUR TV-VIDEO COMBI 5................
Initial installation 5..................................
Allocating a decoder 5..............................
Manual TV channel search 6.........................
Satellite receiver 6..................................
Automatic TV channel search 6......................
Channel Number Allocation 7........................
Delete a TV Channel 7...............................
Setting the language 7..............................
Setting the time and date 8...........................
3. IMPORTANT NOTES FOR OPERATION 9...............
SUMMARY OF USER GUIDE 9........................
User guide (OSD) 9..................................
4. TV SET FUNCTIONS 10..............................
Selecting a TV programme 10........................
Automatic volume control (AVL) 10....................
5. PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS 11..........................
Playing a cassette 11................................
Playing NTSC cassettes 11...........................
Tape position indication 11...........................
Searching for tape position with the picture (picture
search) 11.........................................
Still picture 11......................................
Searching for tape position without the picture (wind
and rewind) 11.....................................
Instant View 11.....................................
Automatic search for a tape position (index search) 11..
Picture interference 12..............................
Cleaning the video heads 12.........................
6. MANUAL RECORDING 13............................
Recording without automatic switch-off 13............
Recording with automatic switch-off (OTR
one-touch-recording) 13.............................
Protecting your recordings 13........................
Auto-assembling 13.................................
7. PROGRAMMED RECORDING (TIMER) 15...............
’VPS’ (Video Programming System) and ’PDC’
(Programme Delivery Control) 15.....................
Programming a recording (with ’VIDEOplus’) 15........
Programming a recording (without ’VIDEOPlus’) 16.....
How to check or change a TIMER 17..................
8. ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS 18.........................
How to read TELETEXT 18............................
Parental control 18..................................
Switching the On-screen display (OSD) on or off 19.....
Switching to 16:9 wide screen picture 19..............
Continuous playback 20.............................
Switch off function (SLEEP TIMER) 20.................
Switch on function (WAKE-UP TIMER) 20..............
9. Before you call an engineer 21.......................
Technical terms used 22.............................
CONTENTS
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The remote control
TELETEXT eTELETEXT: To switch TELETEXT on or off
STANDBY mSwitch off : To switch off set, interrupt menu
function, interrupt a programmed recording
(TIMER)
SMART Smart Picture: No function
SMART #Smart Sound: No function
0-9 Number buttons:0-9
CLEAR Delete : To delete last entry or clear
programmed recording (TIMER)
TIMER kTIMER: To make a manual TIMER
programming or to alter or clear a
programmed TIMER
MENU Menu : To call up or end main menu
OK Store/Confirm: To store or confirm entry
PpAB Programme number: To select a programme
number up or down
PrB Select: One line up
APqSelect: One line down
SpDC Volume: To regulate the volume
DSr Select: Cursor left
qSC Select: Cursor right
yVolume off: To switch the volume on or off
zPrevious programme number: To select the
previous programme number
PLAY GPlayback : To play a recorded cassette
HRewind : During STOP and STANDBY: rewind, during PLAYBACK: reverse scanning
STOP hPause/Stop: To stop the tape, except while a TIMER-recording is being made
IForward wind: During STOP and STANDBY: forward wind, during PLAYBACK: forward
scanning
INDEX EIndex search: In combination with H/I: to search for previous/next recording
on the cassette.
RECORD/OTR nRecord: To record the programme selected
STILL RStill picture: To stop the tape and show a still picture
Coloured TELETEXT- buttons: To select TELETEXT pages directly
n(red) TELETEXT: Select page/chapter shown at the bottom of the screen
n(green) TELETEXT: Select page/chapter shown at the bottom of the screen
n(yellow) TELETEXT: Select page/chapter shown at the bottom of the screen
n(blue) TELETEXT: Select page/chapter shown at the bottom of the screen
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS IN BRIEF

Front of the set
8Power switch : To switch off the set
Beware: When you switch the set off with the power switch, TIMER-recordings are not possible!
mStandby : To switch off, interrupt a function, interrupt a programmed recording (TIMER)
PpProgramme number : To select programme number up or down
Sp Volume: To regulate the volume
HRewind : During STOP and STANDBY: rewind, during PLAYBACK: reverse scanning
IForward wind: During STOP and STANDBY: forward wind, during PLAYBACK: forward scanning
5Record: To record the programme selected
GPlayback : To play a recorded cassette
?Pause/Stop, eject cassette: To stop the tape and during STOP eject the cassette
AUDIO Audio input socket
VIDEO Video input socket : To connect a camcorder or videogames
wHeadphones socket: To connect headphones
Back of the set
EXT.1 Scart socket: To connect a satellite receiver, decoder, video recorder, etc.
2Aerial input socket: To connect the aerial cable

Congratulations! You now own one of the most sophisticated
and simple-to-use TV-VIDEO Combinations on the market.
With this TV-VIDEO Combi you can record and play
VHS-standard cassettes.
Please take the time to read this operating manual before
using your TV-VIDEO Combi.
Safety instructions and other notes
ADanger: High voltage!
Do not remove the top cover as there is a risk of an electrical
shock!
AThe TV-VIDEO Combi does not contain any components that can
be repaired by the customer. To switch off the TV-VIDEO Combi
completely you must push the mains switch.
BMake sure that air can circulate freely through the ventilation
slots on the TV-VIDEO Combi.
BMake sure that no objects or liquids enter the TV-VIDEO Combi.
If liquid is spilt into it, disconnect the TV-VIDEO Combi
immediately from the power supply and call the After-sales
Service for advice.
BThe TV-VIDEO Combi should not be used immediately after
transportation from a cold to a hot area or vice versa, or in
conditions of extreme humidity.
After unpacking the TV-VIDEO Combi, it should be allowed to
acclimatize for at least three hours before installation.
CThese operating instructions have been printed on nonpolluting
paper.
CDeposit old batteries at the relevant collection points.
CPlease make use of the facilities available in your country for
disposing of the packaging of the TV-VIDEO Combi in a way that
helps to protect the environment.
CThis electronic equipment contains many materials that can be
recycled. Please inquire about the possibilities for recycling
your old set.
DVIDEOPlus+ and PlusCode are registered trademarks of
Gemstar Development Corporation. The VIDEOPlus+ 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 (PROD.NO) here. The serial number is
printed on the type plate fixed at the rear of the set.
MODEL NO: 14PV327/05B - 14PV325/05S
PROD.NO: ......
This product complies with the requirements of the Directive
73/23/EEC + 89/336/EEC + 93/68/EEC.
Technical information
Measurements in cm (W / H / D): 39.2 / 40.7 / 39.8
Power consumption (Standby) : less than 45W (less than 4W)
Voltage : 198-264V 50Hz
Headphones : Output resistance less than 120 Ohms maximum
output voltage more than 2.6V at 120 Ohms
Emergency interrupt
You can use the STANDBY mbutton on the TV-VIDEO Combi or
the remote control to interrupt any function. If you want to
interrupt a running Timer recording, hold the STANDBY m
button for several seconds.
So if you are having operating problems, you can just interrupt
the function and start again.
And you can practise operating your set without any worries.
No matter which buttons you press, you cannot damage it.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS PHILIPS 14PV325/05S
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Special functions on your TV-VIDEO Combi
If a television programme, which transmits TELETEXT, is stored with programme
number ’P01’, time and date will be set automatically.
When you have plugged your TV-VIDEO Combi into the mains, you will be
welcomed with an OSD picture. All you have to do is follow the instructions in
the "intelligent help line" for the next step. Enjoy the Automatic TV channel
search/save function and the automatic time adjustment.
Automatic Volume Leveller. It minimises sudden changes in TV volume when
commercial spots are transmitted.
Philips has developed a system which produces the best possible playback
quality. It reduces disturbance on old, worn video cassettes, and emphasises
the detail on very good quality cassettes.
Simple programming system for TV-VIDEO Combis. Makes programming as easy
as making a telephone call. Simply enter the programme code which you will
find in your listings magazine.
The precision tape drive from Philips with rewind times of 100 seconds (E180)
and automatic tape length recognition.
We guarantee that your TV-VIDEO Combi will switch to the new millennium with
no problems whatsoever.
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Important for the United Kingdom
This apparatus is fitted with an approved moulded 13 Amp
plug. To change a fuse in this type of plug proceed as follows:
aRemove fuse cover and fuse.
bFix new fuse which should be a BS1362 5A, A.S.T.A. or
BSI approved type.
cRefit the fuse cover.
If the fitted plug is not suitable for your socket outlets, it should
be cut off and an appropriate plug fitted in its place.
If the mains plug contains a fuse, this should have a value of
5A. If a plug without a fuse is used, the fuse at the distribution
board should not be greater than 5A.
DNote: * The severed plug must be destroyed to avoid a
possible shock hazard should it be inserted into a 13A
socket elsewhere.
How to connect a plug:
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with
the following code:
BLUE - ’NEUTRAL’ (’N’)
BROWN - ’LIVE’ (’L’)
dThe BLUE wire must be connected to the terminal which
is marked with the letter ’N’ or coloured BLACK.
eThe BROWN wire must be connected to the terminal
which is marked with the letter ’L’ or coloured RED.
fDo not connect either wires to the earth terminal in the
plug which is marked with the letter ’E’ or by the safety
earth symbol \or coloured green or green-and-yellow.
Before replacing the plug cover, make certain that the cord
grip is clamped over the sheath of the lead - not simply over
the two wires.
Connecting the cables
aInsert the aerial plug into the 2socket.
bInsert the plug of the mains cable into the wall socket.
cIf the little red light at the front of the set is not alight,
please switch on the set. The power switch 8is
located on the left side panel of the set.
Connecting a decoder or other equipment
You can also connect additional equipment to the EXT.1
socket. For instance, a satellite receiver, decoder or
camcorder.
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Initial installation
aOpen up the battery compartment of your remote control
and place the batteries in it as shown in the picture.
bClose the battery compartment.
cIf you have connected the aerial to the TV-VIDEO Combi,
press the OK button.
’Automatic TV channel search’ starts. This picture will
appear on the screen:
Searching...
CHANNELS FOUND:
//////,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
Wait until all TV channels have been found. This can take
several minutes.
DIf you have connected a decoder, you must install it
as described in the next section.
DIf you have connected a satellite receiver, please
read the section ’satellite receiver’.
Allocating a decoder
Some TV stations will send coded TV channels, that you can
only watch when you use a decoder. You can connect such a
decoder (descrambler) to your TV-VIDEO Combi. With the
following function, the connected decoder will automatically
be activated for the TV programme you want to watch.
aChoose the TV channel on which you wish to use the
decoder with the qSC or DSr buttons on the
TV-VIDEO Combi or the number buttons 0-9 on the
remote control.
bPress the MENU button on the remote control. The main
menu will appear.
cSelect the line ’Installation’ with the APqor
PrB button and confirm with the qSC button.
dSelect the line ’Manual store’ with the APqor
PrB button and confirm with the qSC button.
eSelect the line ’Decoder’ with the APqor
PrB button.
MANUAL STORE
Channel/Frequency FREQU.
Search 125
Fine tuning (,,,,,,n=,,,,,,$
Name edit xxx
Programme number P01
Decoder OFF
ã Exit:
« press MENU
fSelect function ’ON’ with the DSr or qSC
button. When you select ’OFF’, the function will be
switched off.
gConfirm with the OK button.
hTo end, press the MENU button.
Your decoder has now been allocated to this TV channel.
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Manual TV channel search
In certain cases the ’Automatic TV channel search’ may not be
able to find all of the TV channels (e.g. coded TV channels). In
that case, use this manual method to set the channels.
aPress the MENU button on the remote control. The main
menu will appear.
bSelect the line ’Installation’ with the APqor
PrB button and confirm with the qSC button.
cSelect the line ’Manual store’ with the APqor
PrB button and confirm with the qSC button.
MANUAL STORE
Channel/Frequency FREQU.
Search 125
Fine tuning (,,,,,,n=,,,,,,$
Name edit xxx
Programme number P01
Decoder OFF
ã Exit:
« press MENU
dIn the line ’Channel/Frequency’, select the
display for:
’FREQU.’: frequency
’CCH’: channel
’SCH’: special channel
eIf you know the frequency or channel of the desired TV
channel, you can enter the data in line ’Search’ with
the digit buttons 0-9 .
DIf you don’t know the frequency or channel of the TV
channel of your choice, press the qSC button to
start the channel search.
fIn the line ’Programme number’ select the
programme number you want e.g.: ’P01’, using the
DSr or qSC button.
gIf you want to change the TV channel name, press the
qSC button in line ’Name edit’.
ESelect the character you want to change with the
DSr or the qSC button. Change the character
with the APqor the PrB button. Select the next
character in the same way.
ETo confirm the information, press the OK button.
hIf you want to change the automatic tv channel setting,
select the line ’Fine tuning’.
With the DSr or qSC button you can vary the
automatic tv channel setting. Important: This re-tuning is
only necessary and useful in special cases, e.g.: when
there are stripes on the picture with cable-TV systems.
iPress the OK button to store the TV channel.
DIf you want to search for further TV channels, start
again at step e.
jTo end, press the MENU button.
Satellite receiver
You can receive channels from the satellite receiver via the
scart socket EXT.1 .
To do this, select the channel number ’E1’ with the
PpAB button. You will have to select the channels to be
received by the satellite receiver on the receiver itself.
Automatic TV channel search
Your TV-VIDEO Combi will search for all TV channels.
If you want to start the automatic TV channel search again,
then follow the instructions below.
aPress the MENU button on the remote control. The main
menu will appear.
bSelect the line ’Installation’ with the APqor
PrB button and confirm with the qSC button.
cSelect the line ’Autoinstall’ with the APqor
PrB button.
dPress the qSC button. The ’Automatic TV channel
search’ starts.
Searching...
CHANNELS FOUND:
//////,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
eWhen the TV channel search is complete,
’Installation comp.’ will appear on the
screen.
How to search for a TV channel manually, you can read in the
section ’Manual TV channel search’.
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DAutomatic Channel Installation:
Some cable companies or broadcasters offer the
possibility to install TV channels automatically with ’ACI’.
Information about the installation offered and how to
select it, will appear on the screen.
This set will recognize and install TV channels with ’ACI’
automatically.
TV channels will be stored from programme number 1
onward.
If ’ACI’ cannot identify a TV channel, you can search for it
using the method as described in the section ’Manual TV
Channel Search’.
Channel Number Allocation
aPress the MENU button. The main menu appears.
bSelect the line ’Installation’ with the menu
buttons APqor PrB and confirm with the menu
button qSC .
cSelect the line ’Sort channels’ with the menu
buttons APqor PrB and confirm with the menu
button qSC .
SORT CHANNELS
01 xxx
02 yyy
03 zzz
04 aaa
05 bbb
06 ccc
ã Exit:
« press MENU press OK
dWith the menu buttons APq,PrB ,DSr or
qSC , select the TV channel to which you want to
allocate a programme number and press the OK button.
eWith the menu buttons APq,PrB ,DSr or
qSC , shift the TV channel to the programme number
you wish to allocate to this TV channel and press the
OK button.
fRepeat steps dto euntil you have allocated a
programme number to all the required TV channels.
gTo end, press the MENU button.
Delete a TV Channel
aPress the MENU button. The main menu appears.
bSelect the line ’Installation’ with the menu
buttons APqor PrB and confirm with the menu
button qSC .
cSelect the line ’Sort channels’ with the menu
buttons APqor PrB and confirm with the menu
button qSC .
SORT CHANNELS
01 xxx
02 yyy
03 zzz
04 aaa
05 bbb
06 ccc
ã Exit:
« press MENU press OK
dWith the menu buttons APq,PrB ,DSr or
qSC , select the TV channel you want to delete and
press the OK button.
eRepeat step d, until you have deleted all the required
TV channels.
Setting the language
You can select the language for the on-screen display (OSD).
aPress the MENU button on the remote control. The main
menu will appear.
bSelect the line ’Installation’ with the APqor
PrB button and confirm with the qSC button.
cSelect the line ’LANGUAGE’ with the APqor
PrB button.
dSelect your language with the DSr or qSC
button.
eTo end, press the MENU button.
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Setting the time and date
aPress the MENU button on the remote control. The main
menu will appear.
bSelect the line ’Set clock’ with the APqor
PrB button and confirm with the qSC button.
SET CLOCK
Time 15:36
Year 1999
Month 6
Date 8
Smart clock ON
ã Exit:
« press MENU
cCheck the time in line ’Time’. If required, please change
the time with the 0-9 buttons on the remote control.
dCheck ’Year’, ’Month’ and ’Date’ in the same way.
You can switch between entry fields with APqor
PrB button. Confirm each entry with the OK button.
eTo end, press the MENU button.
Automatic clock and date setting
(SMART CLOCK)
DIf a TV programme, which transmits TELETEXT, is stored
with programme number ’P01’, time and date will be set
automatically.
DClock will automatically be adjusted to winter time and
summer time.
aSelect the line ’Smart clock’ with the menu buttons
APqor PrB .
bSwitch the function on with the menu buttons DSr or
qSC .
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