Philips VR550 VCR 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.
EN
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.).
VR550/07
1VMN20683B***
HK471/47RBD
HM471BD
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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 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.
The mains plug shall remain readily operable.
Keep the distances 20 cm around apparatus of
ventilation openings. 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, immedi-
ately 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 ventilation 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.
Disposal of your old product
Your product is designed and manufactured
with high quality materials and components,
which can be recycled and reused.
When this crossed-out wheeled bin
symbol is attached to a product it
means the product is covered by the
European Directive 2002/96/EC.
Please inform yourself about the local
separate collection system for electri-
cal and electronic products.
Please act according to your local rules and do
not dispose of your old products with your nor-
mal household waste.
The correct disposal of your old product will help
prevent potential negative consequences for the
environment and human health.
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. Also, we suggest that you put a mark
with your VCR MODEL NO.
This product complies with the requirements of
Directive 73/23/EEC +89/336/EEC +93/68 EEC.
Interference
The Department of Trade and industry operates a
radio Investigation Service to help TV licence hold-
ers improve reception of BBC and ITC program-
mers where these are being spoilt by interference.
MODEL NO. VR550/07
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