Video Cassette Player
O wner’s Manual
VP115CAT
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Introduction 3
Welcome to your Video Cassette Player owner’s manual.
This manual has four sections: Setting Up Your VCP; Description of
Controls; Operations; and Information You May Need. The instruc-
tions explain all of the VCP’s features, which are listed below.
Features
• AC/DC Power System
• Automatic Head Cleaner
• Automatic Operation Features
• Automatic Tracking Adjustment
• Dew Sensor
• Display Panel
• Picture Control
• Remote Control
• Repeat Playback
• Special Effects Playback: Forward and Reverse Searching; Still
Safety Precautions
W arning: To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose
this equipm ent to rain or m oisture.
Federal Com m unications Com m ission (FCC) W arning: Any
unauthorized changes or m odifications to this equipm ent
void the user’s authority to operate it.
This VCP has a High Quality (HQ) system and is compatible with
existing Video Home System (VHS) equipment.
Philips Consumer Electronics recommends you use only video cas-
sette tapes that have the
mark. The use of other tapes may
result in poor picture quality and excessive deposits on the video
heads, which may not be covered by the warranty if damage occurs.
Note to the Cable TV System Installer: This reminder calls the
Cable TV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the
National Electrical Code, which provides guidelines for proper
grounding – in particular, specifying that the cable ground shall be
connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the
point of cable entry as possible.
Helpful Hints
• Before doing anything else, record the
VCP’s model and serial numbers in
the spaces on page two. These num-
bers will help us assist you if you ever
call for help.
• Your new product, its packaging, and
this manual contain materials that
can be recycled and reused.
Specialized companies can recycle
your product to increase the amount
of reusable materials and to mini-
mize the amount that needs to be
properly disposed.
Moisture Condensation W arning: Moisture may condense
inside the unit when you move it from a cold place to a warm place,
after heating a cold room, or when the humidity is high. When
moisture accumulates in your VCP, the POWER light will blink on
the VCP and th
symbol will appear on the TV screen. If you
try to play a tape in a VCP in which moisture has accumulated, the
tape and the VCP could be damaged. If the POWER light is blinking,
keep the VCP power on (but do not play a tape) for at least two
hours. When the POWER light stops blinking, it is safe to play a
tape.
Your product uses batteries that
should not be thrown away when
depleted but should be disposed of as
small chemical waste.
Please find out about the local regula-
tions on disposal of your old product,
batteries, manual, and packaging
whenever you replace existing
equipment.
Declaration of Conform ity
Model Number:
Trade Name:
VP115CAT
Philips
Responsible Party: Philips Consumer Electronics
P.O. Box 14810
Knoxville, TN 37914-1810
(865) 521-4316
Copyright 2001 Philips Consumer Electronics. All rights reserved.
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4 Table of Contents
Setting Up Your VCP
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Before Using Your VCP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Hookups Without a Cable Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-7
Hookups With a Cable Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-9
Hookups With a Stereo TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Mobile Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Description of Controls
Remote Control Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Display Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
O perations
Playing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Repeat Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Picture Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Playback Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Automatic Operation Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Inform ation You May Need
Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Helpful Hints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22-23
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24-25
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
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Before Using Your VCP 5
Putting Batteries in the Rem ote Control
1
Rem ove the battery com partm ent lid on the bottom of the
remote control by sliding the lid in the direction of the arrow.
1
2
Insert two AA batteries inside the battery com partm ent
with their and – ends aligned as indicated.
+
3
Replace the battery com partm ent lid.
2
3
Using the Rem ote Control
● Point the remote control at the VCP’s remote sensor when oper-
ating the VCP. Details are on page 14.
● Do not put objects between the remote control and the VCP.
Battery Usage CAUTIO N
To prevent battery leakage that may result in bodily injury or dam-
age to the unit:
● Install ALL batteries correctly, with the + and - markings on the
battery aligned as indicated on the unit.
● Do not mix batteries, for example, old with new or carbon with
alkaline.
● Remove batteries when the unit will not be used for a long time.
VCP Maintenance
● Use only tapes with the
mark.
● Remove any light adhesive stick-on notes from the video cassette
tape before putting the tape in the VCP. Removable labels can
jam the VCP.
● The VCP requires periodic maintenance to maintain its excellent
performance. This VCP has an Automatic Head Cleaner.
However, the video heads will require replacement eventually.
Only an authorized service center should perform this service.
Types of Video Cassette Tapes/Tape Speeds
The chart below shows the playback time for three types of video
cassettes (T160, T120, and T60). There are three playback speeds:
SP, LP, and SLP.
You can only play a tape in the speed in which it was recorded. You
can not change the tape speed at the VCP.
The slower the tape speed, the more programming will fit on the
tape. SLP is the slowest tape speed.
Cassette type/Playback Time
Tape Speed
SP (standard play)
T160
2 hrs.
40 mins.
5 hrs.
T120
T60
2 hrs.
1 hr.
LP (long play)
4 hrs.
6 hrs.
2 hrs.
3 hrs.
20 mins.
SLP (super long play)
8 hrs.
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6 Hookups Without a Cable Box
The basic VCP/TV connection – antenna/cable to VCP to TV – is shown below. If you have a
Cable Box, please refer to pages eight-nine. If you have a Stereo TV, please go to page 10.
To use the VCP in an autom obile, go to page 11.
1
Disconnect the antenna or cable from your TV.
Antenna
Indoor/O utdoor
(300 ohm)
75
ANT /
CABLE
Ω
75Ω
ANT
/
CABLE
OR
ANTENNA IN
Jack
(on back of TV)
Cable
(75 ohm)
2
Connect the antenna or cable to the ANT(enna) IN jack of your VCP.
Back of VCP
Antenna
Indoor/O utdoor
(300 ohm)
ANT IN
CH3
CH4
AUDIO
DC
13.2V
OUTPUT
ANT OUT
VIDEO
ANT IN
3
CH4
OR
ANT OUT
Cable
(75 ohm)
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Hookups Without a Cable Box (cont’d) 7
3
Connect the RF coaxial cable (supplied) to the ANT(enna) O UT jack on the
back of the VCP and to the ANTENNA IN Jack on the TV. (You may use either
a snap-on type or screw-on type of coaxial cable, whichever you prefer. A snap-on type
is supplied.)
ANT IN
CH3
AUDIO
CH4
DC
13.2V
OUTPUT
ANT OUT
VIDEO
75
ANT /
CABLE
Ω
ANT IN
CH3
CH4
75Ω
ANT
/
CABLE
ANTENNA IN Jack
(on back of TV)
exam ple only
ANT OUT
RF coaxial cable
4
Plug in the power cords of the TV and the VCP.
5
Set the CH3/CH4 switch on the back of the VCP to CH3 or CH4, whichever
channel is not used or least used in your area. To operate your VCP with your TV, set
the TV to the sam e channel. For example, when playing a tape, if the CH3/CH4
switch is set to CH3, the TV should be on channel 3.
ANT IN
CH3
AUDIO
CH4
CH 4
or
CH 3
DC
13.2V
OUTPUT
ANT OUT
VIDEO
ANT IN
CH3
CH4
CH3 / CH4
Switch
ANT OUT
TV
CH3
CH4
6
You are ready to turn on the VCP. Go to page 16 to play a tape.
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8 Hookups With a Cable Box
This connection allows you to view any channel. You m ust select channels at the Cable Box.
1. Connect the Cable
signal to the IN Jack
on the Cable Box.
3. Use a second RF coaxial
cable to connect the
ANT(enna) OUT jack on
the VCP to the TV’s
IN
OUT
ANTENNA IN Jack.
75
ANT /
CABLE
ANT IN
Ω
CH3
CH4
AUDIO
DC
13.2V
OUTPUT
ANT OUT
VIDEO
ANTENNA IN Jack
Back of TV
2. Use the RF coaxial cable
(supplied) to connect the
OUT Jack on the Cable
Box to the ANT(enna) IN
Jack on the VCP.
(example only)
W atching TV with the VCP O ff
1
Turn off the VCP power.
2
Turn on the TV and set it to the Cable Box output channel
(channel 3 or 4).
3
Turn on the Cable Box and select the channel you want to
watch at the Cable Box. You can not select channels at the
TV.
Playing a Tape
1
Set the TV to channel 3 or 4, whichever channel the
CH3/CH4 switch on the VCP is set to.
2
Turn on the VCP or insert a tape, if necessary. Press the
PLAY button to play the tape. Details are on page 16.
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Hookups With a Cable Box (cont’d) 9
This connection differs from the one shown on page eight. You m ay still view any channel
(selecting channels at the Cable Box), but the instructions for playing a tape are different.
1. Connect a
Cable signal to the
VCP’s ANT(enna)
IN Jack.
2. Use an RF coaxial cable (supplied)
to connect the ANT(enna) OUT Jack
on the VCP to the IN Jack on the
Cable Box.
ANT IN
CH3
CH
AUDIO
DC
ANT OUT
75
ANT /
Ω
CABLE
VIDEO
IN
OUT
TV ANTENNA
IN Jack
3. Use a second RF coaxial cable
to connect the OUT Jack on the
Cable Box to the ANTENNA IN
Jack on the back of the TV.
W atching TV with the VCP O ff
1
Turn off the VCP.
2
Turn on the TV and set it to the Cable Box output channel
(channel 3 or 4).
3
Turn on the Cable Box and select the channel you want to
watch at the Cable Box.
Playing a Tape
1
Make sure the Cable Box is on the sam e channel as the
VCP’s CH3/CH4 switch.
2
Set the TV to the Cable Box output channel (channel 3 or 4).
3
Turn on the VCP or insert a tape, if necessary. Press the
PLAY button to play the tape. Details are on page 16.
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10 Hookups With a Stereo TV
antenna or cable to
ANT(enna) IN Jack
ANT IN
CH3
CH4
AUDIO
DC
13.2V
OUTPUT
ANT OUT
VIDEO
Audio and Video
IN Jacks on TV
VIDEO (yellow) and AUDIO (white)
OUTPUT Jacks
Video Cable
Audio Cable
● Audio and Video cables are not supplied.
1
Connect the antenna or cable to the ANT(enna) IN Jack
on the back of the VCP.
2
Connect a video cable to the yellow VIDEO O UTPUT
Jack on the back of the VCP. Then, connect the other
end of the video cable to the VIDEO IN Jack on your TV.
3
Connect an audio cable to the white AUDIO O UTPUT
Jack on the back of the VCP. Then, connect the other
end of the audio cable to the AUDIO IN Jack on your TV.
(If your TV has Right and Left AUDIO IN Jacks, you must use a
“Y” splitter audio cable as illustrated to deliver audio to the TV’s
left and right channels.)
4
Turn on your TV, making sure it is in Line Input mode. Your TV
manual may refer to this as an Auxiliary In or Audio/Video In
channel. Please refer to your TV owner’s manual for details.
Helpful Hints
• This hookup will not give you stereo
sound. To get stereo sound, use the
connections on pages six-nine and
select channels at the TV or the
Cable Box (with the VCP off).
• You can also use the AUDIO and
VIDEO OUTPUT jacks to connect
the VCP to other equipment - such
as a VCR if you want to copy tapes.
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Mobile Connections 11
When passengers in your vehicle want to watch a video program,
hook up the VCP by following the steps below. Do not start your
vehicle until all connections are complete.
AC Power Cord
1
Make sure your vehicle has a 13.2-volt, negative ground electrical
system. Unplug the AC power cords of the VCP and the TV.
ANT OUT
CH3
AUDIO
CH4
OUTPUT
DC13.2V
ANT IN
2
VIDEO
Connect one end of the supplied car battery cord to the DC 13.2V
jack on the back of the VCP.
To DC 13.2V Jack
3
Connect the other end of the car battery cord to the cigarette
lighter jack in your vehicle.
Car Battery Cord
(supplied)
To Cigarette Lighter Jack
4
Follow step 3 on page seven to connect the VCP to a TV.
5
Connect the TV to a DC power source. The TV must have an
AC/DC jack.
Fuse Replacem ent (Car Battery Cord)
If the VCP does not have power when connected properly in your
vehicle, you may need to replace the fuse in the car battery cord.
Use only a 5-am p, 250-volt, fast blow fuse, which is available
at an electronics retailer.
Helpful Hints
• Do not watch TV while driving.
• Use only the supplied car battery
cord. Using another cord could
damage the VCP or cause faulty
operation.
• Make sure the cigarette lighter jack is
free of ashes and other debris.
• Make sure you push the car battery
cord’s plug completely into the
cigarette lighter jack.
• Always unplug the car battery cord
from the cigarette lighter jack before
you unplug it from the VCP.
• You must disconnect the car battery
cord from the VCP before you can
use standard AC electrical power.
• If the vehicle’s engine is off, there will
not be enough electrical voltage to
operate the VCP.
1
To remove the old fuse, unscrew the red cap from the end of the
cord. Place your fingers on the grooved part of the cap and turn
the cap counter-clockwise.
2
When the cap is removed, the red cap and the silver tip will be
loose. The fuse will be loose inside the end of the cord.
3
Remove the old fuse and insert a new fuse.
4
Replace the red cap and the silver tip. The fuse will tighten into
place as you screw on the cap, turning the cap clockwise. (The
end of the fuse will fit into the silver tip, which is in the center of
the red cap when tightened.)
• Unplug the car battery cord from the
cigarette lighter jack when you have
finished using the VCP.
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12 Remote Control Buttons
STILL Button
During tape playback, press to freeze the picture.
Details are on page 19.
EJECT Button
Press to eject the tape.
PO W ER Button
Press to turn the VCP on or off.
EJECT
POWER
PLAY Button
Press to play a tape. Also, press to release Search mode or Still
mode and return to normal playback. Details are on page 19.
PLAY
STOP
REW
FF
REW (ind) Button
When tape playback is stopped, press to rewind the tape at high
speed. During tape playback, press to rewind the tape while the
picture stays on the screen.
STO P Button
Press to stop tape playback, searching, rewinding or fast forwarding.
Pressing the STOP button also returns tracking to auto tracking.
Details are on page 20.
DISPLAY COUNTER
RESET
PICT.
CONTROL
DISPLAY Button
Press once to see the tape status and the real-time tape counter.
After five seconds, only the counter will remain on the TV screen.
Press again to see only the counter and have it on the TV screen
during tape playback. Press again to remove the display completely.
For tape status and counter details, see page 16.
PICT(ure) CO NTRO L Button
Press to change the playback picture quality of tapes.
Details are on page 18.
CO UNTER RESET Button
Press to reset the real-time tape counter to 0:00:00.
TRACKING (o/p) Buttons
During tape playback, press to adjust the tracking manually.
Details are on page 20.
Press to remove vertical jitter in a Still picture.
Details are on page 19.
FF (Fast Forward) Button
When tape playback is stopped, press to fast forward the tape at
high speed. During tape playback, press to fast forward the tape
while the picture stays on the screen. Details are on page 19.
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Display Panel 13
VCP Display Panel
Information about VCP
operations appears here.
Cassette Com partm ent
Insert a tape here.
POWER SYSTEM
REW
PLAY
F.FWD
STOP/EJECT
AUTO
REPEAT
PICT.
CONTROL
POWER
POWER
AUTO REPEAT
ON SCREEN DISPLAY
REW
PLAY
F.FWD
STOP/EJECT
PICT.
CONTROL
AUTO
REPEAT
POWER
POWER
AUTO REPEAT
AUTO REPEAT Light
This light indicates Repeat
Playback is active. Details
are on page 17.
PO W ER Light
This light indicates the
power is on.
When moisture has
accumulated in your
VCP, this light will blink.
Details are on page 16.
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14 Front Panel
STO P/EJECT Button
Press once to stop the tape. When tape playback is
stopped, press to eject the tape.
F.FW D (Fast Forward) Button
When tape playback is stopped, press to fast forward the tape at
high speed. During tape playback, press to fast forward the tape
while the picture stays on the screen. Details are on page 19.
PLAY Button
Press to play a tape. Also, press to release Search mode or Still
mode and return to normal playback. Details are on page 19.
REW (ind) Button
When tape playback is stopped, press to rewind the tape at high
speed. During tape playback, press to rewind the tape while the
picture stays on the screen. Details are on page 19.
POWER SYSTEM
REW
PLAY
F.FWD
STOP/EJECT
AUTO
REPEAT
PICT.
CONTROL
POWER
POWER
AUTO REPEAT
ON SCREEN DISPLAY
PICT(ure) CO NTRO L Button
Press to change the playback picture quality of
tapes. Details are on page 18.
PO W ER Button
Press to turn the
power on and off.
Rem ote Sensor
Receives the signal from your remote control so
you can operate your VCP from a distance.
AUTO REPEAT Button
Press to make the VCP play a tape over
and over. Press again to cancel Repeat
Playback. Details are on page 17.
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Rear Panel 15
AC Power Cord
CH3/CH4 Switch
Set to channel 3 or 4 to
use your TV with your
VCP. Details are on pages
six-nine.
Connect to a standard AC outlet
to supply power to the VCP.
Make sure the car battery cord is
disconnected from the VCP.
ANT(enna) IN Jack
Connect your antenna, cable
signal, or RF coaxial cable here.
Details are on pages six-10.
ANT IN
CH3
AUDIO
CH4
DC
13.2V
OUTPUT
ANT OUT
VIDEO
AUDIO O UTPUT Jack
Use an audio cable (not supplied) to
connect this jack to the Audio In
jack of a TV, camcorder, VCR, or
audio system.
VIDEO O UTPUT Jack
Use a video cable (not supplied) to
connect this jack to the Video In jack
of a TV, camcorder, VCR, or moni-
tor. Details are on page 10.
Details are on page 10.
ANT(enna) O UT Jack
Use the supplied RF coaxial cable
to connect this jack to the
ANTENNA IN jack on your TV
or Cable Box.
DC 13.2V Jack
Connect the car battery cord here
when you use the VCP in your vehicle.
Details are on page 11.
Details are on pages six-nine.
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16 Playing
Before playing a tape, make sure the VCP and TV are connected
(see pages six-11). Then, follow the steps below.
Turn on the TV. Set it to
channel 3 or 4.
1
2
1
Insert a tape in the VCP.
Turn on the TV. Set it to the sam e channel as the
CH3/CH4 switch on the back of the VCP.
2
EJECT
POWER
Insert a tape in the VCP. The power will come on and play-
back will start automatically. The POWER light will appear on the
display panel of the VCP.
6
4
PLAY
STOP
3
5
REW
FF
3
If the tape you want to play is already in the VCP, make sure the
VCP power is on, then press the PLAY button.
DISPLAY COUNTER
RESET
Example of status symbol
PICT.
and counter during playback.
CONTROL
0:12:34
See details below.
4
To stop playback, press the STO P button.
5
Press the REW (ind) button.
6
Press the EJECT button to eject the tape.
Status Sym bols/Real-tim e Tape Counter
A status symbol and the real-time tape counter will appear on the
TV screen for five seconds when you press certain function but-
tons (PLAY, FF, EJECT, etc.). Or, you may press the DISPLAY but-
ton on the remote control to see the status symbol or counter.
The meaning of each status symbol is given here.
Helpful Hints
• Other playback options and features
are explained on pages 17-20.
• Moisture may condense inside the
unit when you move it from a cold
place to a warm place, after heating
a cold room, or when the humidity is
high. When moisture accumulates in
your VCP, the POWER light will blink
PLAY
REWIND
FAST FORWARD
EJECT
STOP
on the VCP and the
symbol will
appear on the TV screen. If you try to
play a tape in a VCP in which mois-
ture has accumulated, the tape and
the VCP could be damaged. If the
POWER light is blinking, keep the
VCP power on (but do not play a
tape) for at least two hours. When
the POWER light stops blinking, it is
safe to play a tape.
The counter shows the elapsed playing time of the tape from the
point at which you set the counter to 0:00:00. The counter is
automatically reset to 0:00:00 when you first insert a tape.
If you want to refer to a particular point on a tape later, play the
tape to that point. Then, press the COUNTER RESET button on
the remote control to set the counter to 0:00:00 at that point.
Later, when you are searching for that particular point, press the
DISPLAY button so you can see the counter as you fast forward
or rewind the tape to the 0:00:00 point.
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Repeat Playback 17
1
During tape playback, press the AUTO REPEAT button
on the front of the VCP. The AUTO REPEAT light will appear
on the VCP display panel. When a tape reaches the end, the VCP
will rewind it and start playback again and again.
AUTO
REPEAT Light
AUTO
REPEAT Button
2
To cancel Repeat Playback, press the AUTO REPEAT
button again. The AUTO REPEAT light will go off.
AUTO
PICT.
CONTROL
POWER
REPEAT
POWER
AUTO REPEAT
ON SCREEN DISPLAY
Helpful Hint
• If you press the AUTO REPEAT but-
ton to start Repeat Playback when
playback is stopped, playback will
start automatically. The AUTO
REPEAT light will appear.
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18 Picture Control
1
During tape playback, press the PICT(ure) CO NTRO L
button on the front of the VCP or the rem ote control to
change the picture quality of tapes. You can select SO FT,
SHARP, or NO RMAL.
[NORMAL]
AUTO
REPEAT
PICT.
CONTROL
POWER
POWER
AUTO REPEAT
ON SCREEN DISPLAY
[SOFT]
PICT(ure)
CONTROL Button
[SHARP]
2
To turn off the Picture Control feature, press the
PICT(ure) CO NTRO L button repeatedly until NO RMAL
appears.
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Playback Options 19
Forward and Reverse Searching (SP/LP/SLP)
1
During tape playback, press and release the FF button or
the REW (ind) button. A fast forward or reverse picture search
will begin. (Noise bars will appear.)
EJECT
POWER
2
To stop searching, press the STO P button. To return to
playback, press the PLAY button.
PLAY
STOP
REW
FF
Super High Speed Searching (LP/SLP)
DISPLAY COUNTER
RESET
1
PICT.
CONTROL
During tape playback, press the FF button or the
REW (ind) button, then press again. Now, the VCP will
search in super high speed. (Noise bars will appear.)
Press the FF button or the REW(ind) button repeatedly to switch
between regular and super high speed searching.
2
To return to playback, press the PLAY button.
Viewing a Still Picture
1
During tape playback, press the STILL button. A still pic-
ture will appear on the screen.
Tapes recorded in SLP (Super Long Play) will show the clearest
still picture.
2
Each tim e you press the STILL button, the noise bars will
change position on the screen. The tape also will advance
slightly.
Helpful Hints
If a still picture vibrates vertically, stabilize it by pressing the
TRACKING (o/p) buttons on the remote control.
• SP/LP/SLP means this feature will
work with tapes recorded in
Standard Play, Long Play, or Super
Long Play.
• LP/SLP means this feature will work
with tapes recorded in Long Play or
Super Long Play. For details about
tape speed, see page five.
3
To release the still picture and return to norm al playback,
press the PLAY button.
• Still mode automatically switches to
Stop mode after five minutes to pro-
tect the VCP and the tape from
damage.
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20 Automatic Operation Features
Direct Button O peration
When a tape is in the VCP and the VCP power is off, press the
PLAY, REW(ind), or F.FWD button on the VCP. The VCP will
turn on automatically and playback, rewinding, or fast forwarding
will start immediately.
Autom atic Playback
When you put a tape in the VCP, the power will come on and
playback will begin automatically.
Autom atic Rewind, O ff, Eject
When you play or fast forward a tape to its end, the VCP will
rewind the tape, stop, turn itself off, and eject the tape. (The VCP
will not operate this way if Repeat Playback is activated. Details are
on page 17.)
Tape Eject
You can eject a tape with the VCP power on or off (but the VCP
power cord must be plugged in).
Autom atic Tracking Adjustm ent
The VCP has automatic tracking adjustment, which gives you the
best possible picture quality. With some recordings, however, you
may get a better picture using the manual tracking controls (see
below).
Manual Tracking
To adjust the tracking manually during tape playback, press the
TRACKING (o/p) buttons on the remote control.
NOTE:
• Tracking returns to automatic tracking adjustment when you insert a
tape or press the STOP button to halt playback.
Before
tracking
adjustment
After
tracking
adjustment
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Glossary 21
Antenna: VHF (very high frequency; channels 2 - 13) and UHF
(ultra high frequency; channels 14 - 69).
AUDIO O UTPUT Jack: jack on the back of the VCP which is
used to send audio to another system.
Cable: all standard channels can be received without a Cable
Box. The cable box output channel usually is channel 03 or 04.
Fram e: a single still picture.
Rem ote Control: the small electronic unit that came with your
VCP; allows you to operate your VCP from a distance.
RF coaxial cable: The black cable supplied with your VCP. Use it
to connect your VCP to your TV (or Cable Box). The supplied
cable is a snap-on type. However, you may use a screw-on type if
you prefer.
Special Effects: forward and reverse searching, viewing a still
picture.
VCP: video cassette player.
VIDEO O UTPUT Jack: jack on the back of the VCP which is
used to send video to another system.
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22 Helpful Hints
If you are having problems with your product, check this list of
problems and possible solutions before requesting service. You
may be able to solve the problem yourself.
If you need to call a customer service representative, please
know the model number and serial number of your product
before you call. This information is on the back of the product.
Also, please take a moment to identify the problem you are hav-
ing, and be prepared to explain this to the representative. If you
believe the representative will need to help you with operations,
please stay near the product. Our representatives will be happy
to assist you.
The VCP has no power.
• Connect the AC power cord to an AC (alternating current) outlet
completely. If you are using AC power, disconnect the car battery
cord completely.
• Connect the car battery cord completely to the vehicle’s cigarette
lighter socket and to the DC 13.2V jack on the back of the VCP
when you are using the VCP in the vehicle.
• Make sure the power is on.
There is no playback picture, or the playback picture is
noisy and contains streaks.
• Set the TV to the same channel as the VCP’s CH3/CH4 switch.
Details are on pages six-nine.
• Adjust channel 3 or 4 properly at the TV.
• Adjust the tracking. Details are on page 20.
• TVs that are too close to the VCP can cause interference during
tape playback. Move the VCP away from the TV.
The rem ote control will not operate the VCP.
• Aim the remote control directly at the VCP’s remote sensor (page
14).
• Remove all obstacles between the remote control and the VCP.
• Inspect and/or replace the batteries in the remote control (page
five).
You can not watch TV program s norm ally.
• Check the connections between the VCP, your TV, the Cable Box
(if applicable), and the antenna/cable (pages six-10).
• Turn off the VCP power.
You can not insert a tape in the VCP.
• Insert the tape window side up, with the record tab facing you.
• Make sure a tape isn’t already in the VCP by pressing the
STOP/EJECT button on the VCP or the EJECT button on the
remote control.
• Gently push on the center of the tape when putting it in the VCP.
Never force the tape into the VCP.
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You can not rem ove a tape from the VCP.
• Connect the AC power cord to an AC (alternating current) outlet
completely. If you are using AC power, disconnect the car battery
cord completely.
• Connect the car battery cord to the vehicle’s cigarette lighter
socket completely and to the DC 13.2V Jack on the back of the
VCP when you are using the VCP in the vehicle.
• Unplug the VCP power cord for five minutes. Then, plug in the
power cord again, then press the POWER button on the VCP. If
the tape does not eject, press the STOP/EJECT button on the
VCP three to five times. If the tape still does not eject, you may
need to have an authorized servicer remove the tape.
The m otor (cylinder) rotates even when the VCP is in Stop
m ode.
• To enable the quick play mechanism, the cylinder will rotate for
about five minutes. This is normal. The quick play mechanism
allows the tape mechanism to switch from Stop mode to Play
mode in one second.
The playback picture is too dim , too bright, or fluctuates in
brightness.
• Some programs may be broadcast with copyright protection tech-
nology in order to protect the rights of copyright owners. If you
play a tape that is a recording of a copyright protected program,
the picture may not be clear. The picture may be dark or dim, or
the brightness of the picture may fluctuate. Avoid playing copies of
copyright protected programs. This VCP incorporates copyright
protection technology that is protected by method claims of cer-
tain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by
Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this
copyright protection technology must be authorized by
Macrovision Corporation and is intended for home and other lim-
ited viewing uses only, unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision
Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
The POW ER light is blinking or the
on the TV screen.
sym bol appears
• Moisture may condense inside the unit when you move it from a
cold place to a warm place, after heating a cold room, or when
the humidity is high. When moisture accumulates in your VCP, the
POWER light will blink on the VCP and the
symbol will
appear on the TV screen. If you try to play a tape in a VCP in
which moisture has accumulated, the tape and the VCP could be
damaged. If the POWER light is blinking, keep the VCP power on
(but do not play a tape) for at least two hours. When the
POWER light stops blinking, it is safe to play a tape.
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24 Limited Warranty
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER or PLAYER
90 days Free Exchange / 91 days–One Year Reduced-Cost Exchange
WHO IS COVERED?
MAKE SURE YOU KEEP...
You must have proof of the date of purchase to exchange
your product. A sales receipt or other document showing
the date that you purchased the product is considered such
proof.
Please keep your sales receipt or other document showing
proof of date of purchase. Attach it to the owner’s manual
and keep both nearby. Also keep the original box and pack-
ing material in case you need to return your product.
WHAT IS COVERED?
Warranty coverage begins the day you buy your product.
BEFORE EXCHANGING THE PRODUCT...
Please check your owner’s manual before exchanging the
For 90 days thereafter, you may exchange the defective prod- product. Adjustments of the controls discussed there may
uct for a new or renewed product at the store from which
it was purchased or through Philips. Either exchange is
made at no cost to you.
From 91 days to one year from the date of purchase, you must
follow the exchange procedures set out on the next page.
For an exchange during this warranty period you must pay
$29.95 (plus your local sales tax) for a new or renewed
product. This reduced-cost exchange ends one year after
the date of purchase.
The replacement product is covered only for the warranty
period of the original product. When the warranty on the
original product expires, the warranty on all replaced prod-
ucts also expires.
save you time and money.
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY AND REMEDY...
Philips is not liable under any circumstances for any direct,
indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages, how-
soever incurred, even if notified of the possibility of such
damages.
To the extent permitted by local law, the remedies provid-
ed in this warranty statement are your sole and exclusive
remedy.
This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you
may also have other rights which vary from state/province
to state/province.
WHAT IS EXCLUDED?
Your warranty does not cover:
TO EXCHANGE YOUR PRODUCT IN THE U.S.A.,
PUERTO RICO, OR U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS...
•
•
shipping charges to return defective product.
labor charges for installation or setup of the product,
adjustment of customer controls on the product, and
installation or repair of antenna systems outside of the
product.
product repair and/or part replacement because of
improper installation, abuse, neglect, misuse, accident,
unauthorized repair or other cause not within the con-
trol of Philips Consumer Electronics.
reception problems caused by signal conditions or cable
or antenna systems outside the product.
a product that requires modification or adaptation to
enable it to operate in any country other than the
country for which it was designed, manufactured,
approved and/or authorized, or repair of products dam-
aged by these modifications.
Follow the instructions stated previously in the “What is
Covered” section, or refer to the exchange instructions on
the next page.
In the U.S.A., Puerto Rico, and U.S. Virgin Islands, all implied
warranties, including the implied warranties of non-infringe-
ment, merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose,
are specifically disclaimed, and to the extent inconsistent
with law of the locality of the user, limited in duration to
the duration of this express warranty. Because some states
do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty
may last, this limitation may not apply to you.
•
•
•
TO EXCHANGE A PRODUCT IN CANADA...
Please contact Philips at:
1-800-661-6162 (French Speaking)
1-800-363-7278 (English Speaking)
•
incidental or consequential damages resulting from the
product. (Some states do not allow the exclusion of
incidental or consequential damages, so the above
In Canada, this warranty is given in lieu of all other war-
ranties. There are no other warranties, express or implied,
including any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness
exclusion may not apply to you. This includes, but is not for a particular purpose.
limited to, prerecorded material, whether copyrighted
or not copyrighted.)
TO GET OUT-OF-WARRANTY EXCHANGE...
•
•
damage caused by the use of non-VHS tapes or tapes
that have not been tested and labeled for use in two,
four, six, and eight hour VHS recorders.
a product that is used for commercial or institutional
purposes (including but not limited to rental purposes).
In the U.S.A., Puerto Rico, or U.S. Virgin Islands, contact
Philips Service Solutions Group at 1-800-531-0039 to obtain
the cost of out-of-warranty exchange.
REMEMBER...
Please record below the model and serial numbers found
on the product. Also, please fill out and mail your warranty
registration card promptly. It will be easier for us to notify
you if necessary.
MODEL #__________________________________
SERIAL #__________________________________
WHERE IS EXCHANGE AVAILABLE?
Warranty exchange is available in all countries where the
product is officially distributed by Philips Consumer
Electronics. In countries where Philips Consumer
Electronics does not distribute the product, the local Philips
service organization will attempt to exchange the product,
although there may be a delay if the appropriate product is
not readily available.
Philips Service Solutions Group, P.O . Box 2976, Longview, Texas 75606, (903) 242-4800
EL6466E004 / 02-01
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EXCHANGE INSTRUCTIONS
If your product is defective, you m ay be able to exchange it at the store from which it was purchased.
Most stores display a Return Policy. If not, ask the manager or sales associate how many days you have to exchange
a product with them. After the store’s return period has expired, or if the store does not have an exchange pro-
gram, you may exchange the product with Philips if you have your original sales receipt.
To exchange your product with Philips (per the warranty conditions stated previously), rem em ber:
•
•
If you exchange the product within 90 days of the original purchase, there is no cost to you.
If you exchange the product more than 90 days after but less than one year after the day of original purchase,
your cost will be $29.95 plus your local sales tax. If sales tax is missing or incorrect, your order will be delayed,
and you will be contacted.
•
•
After 12 months from the day of original purchase, contact Philips Service Solutions Group (PSSG) at 1-800-531-
0039 for information regarding out-of-warranty exchange.
If you do not have your original sales receipt, or if you have any questions, call PSSG at 1-800-531-0039.
To obtain a replacem ent product from Philips:
1. Complete the Exchange Form below.
2. Pack the product and its accessories (remote control, rf coaxial cable, owner’s manual, and car battery cord, if
applicable) in the original box or a suitable alternative. You will receive replacement accessories with your
replacement product. For packing details, call 1-800-531-0039.
3. Put the completed Exchange Form, a copy of the original sales receipt, and the proper payment amount into an
envelope. DO NOT SEND CASH. Do not staple or clip these items together. Label the envelope “Return
Documents Enclosed.” Place this envelope in the box with the product.
4. Seal the box with packing tape and return the product via United Parcel Service (UPS), insured and freight pre-
paid, to:
Philips Recovery Center
Rojas 6
12420 Mercantile Avenue
El Paso, TX 79928
ATTENTION: VCR EXCHANGE
A replacement will be sent to you via UPS within 48 business hours of Philips’ receipt of the product.
EXCHANGE FORM
Your Address (street address to which replacem ent should be delivered, no P.O. boxes allowed):
Name:
Street Address:
City:
Phone (day):
Apt. #:
State/Province:
Phone (night):
Zip Code/Postal Code:
Paym ent Am ount: $29.95 + Sales Tax
= Total
Method of Paym ent: (Check one. Please, no cash or CODs.)
_____ Check/Money order
Check/Money order number
Account number
Expiration date
__________
__________
__________
__________
_____ American Express
_____ Visa
_____ Novus/Discover
_____ Mastercard
___________________________
___________________________
___________________________
___________________________
Signature: _____________________________________________________________
Detailed reason for return, use additional paper if necessary: _____________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________
Model Number
Serial Number
Rem em ber, the return box should include the following:
•
•
The product,
•
Accessories supplied with the product, and
Com pleted Exchange Form and sales receipt, • Paym ent, if applicable.
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26 Specifications
Video Heads
Two heads
Video Signal
EIA standards; NTSC color
Antenna
VHF/UHF – 75 ohm external anten-
na/cable terminal
VHF O utput Signal
Channel 3 or 4 (switchable)
75 ohms unbalanced
Power Requirem ent
AC 120V ± 10%, 60Hz ± 5%,
DC 13.2V ± 10%
Power Consum ption
AC 12W
DC 10W
O perating Tem perature
41°F (5°C) to 104°F (40°C)
Relative Hum idity
10% to 80%
W eight
4.4 lbs. (2.0 kg.)
Dim ensions
11”(W) x 3-5/8”(H) x 9-27/32”(D)
(280 mm x 92mm x 250mm)
NOTE: Designs and specifications are
subject to change without notice.
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Index 27
ac power cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
ant(enna) in jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
ant(enna) out jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
audio output jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10, 15
automatic
playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
rewind, off, eject . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
auto repeat
power
button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12, 14
cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
rear panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
remote control
buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
using . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
remote sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5, 14
repeat playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
rew(ind) button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12, 14
rf coaxial cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-9
button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
car battery cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
cassette compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
ch3/ch4 switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-9, 15
connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-11
contents, table of . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
controls
remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
vcp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-15
counter reset button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12, 16
safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
searching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
sensor (remote) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5, 14
slp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5, 19
sp
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5, 19
standard play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5, 19
stereo tv hookup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
still button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12, 19
still picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
stop button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
stop/eject button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
super high speed searching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
super long play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5, 19
DC 13.2v jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11, 15
dew sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13, 16
direct button operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
display button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
display panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
table of contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
tape
eject button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
ejecting a tape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20, 23
eject . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20, 23
speeds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
tracking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
tracking (o/p) buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . .12, 19-20
tv hookups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-11
f.fwd button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
ff button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
front panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
vertical jitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
video output jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10, 15
video tapes (see tape)
glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
helpful hints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22-23
hookups
warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24-25
mobile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
with a cable box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-9
with a stereo tv . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
without a cable box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-7
long play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5, 19
lp
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5, 19
pict(ure) control button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12, 14
picture control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
play button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12, 14
playback features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17-20
playing a tape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
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SUPPLIED ACCESSO RIES
The following items are supplied with your VCP; they
are provided to help you use or set up your VCP.
POWER
EJECT
REW
PLAY
STILL
FF
STOP
DISPLA
Y
COUNTER
RESET
TRACKING
CONPTICROL
T
.
One-Piece Car Battery Cord
4835 321 57008
RF Coaxial Cable, 75 ohm
4835 323 27011
Remote Control 4835 218 37312
Two AA Batteries 4835 138 17012
O PTIO NAL ACCESSO RIES
The following additional items are not provided with your
VCP, but they are designed for use with your new VCP.
To order these optional accessories, contact us at:
Philips Parts & Accessories Marketing Department
401 East Old Andrew Johnson Highway
P.O. Box 555
Jefferson City, TN 37760
1-800-851-8885.
Monaural Audio and Video Cables (6 feet)
VHS Cassette Rewinder
#M61117
Color-coded for easy connection
#M61103
Three Cassette Storage Cases (plastic)
Fits VHS and Beta cassettes
#M61104
Six High-grade, VHS, T-120 Cassettes
#MHG1206
IB8285E002
Printed In China
0VMN02650 / H75A0UD* * * * *
This owner’s manual is made of recyclable materials.
Remember to recycle!
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