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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
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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.).
VR140/58
3103 166 33581
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PAL
Important notes regarding operation
Danger: High voltage!
Do not remove the top cover as there is a
risk of an electrical shock!
The video recorder does not contain any com-
ponents 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 components
that are in constant operation. To switch off the
video recorder completely you must disconnect
it from the power supply.
Make sure that air can circulate freely through
the ventilation slots on the video recorder. 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,
immediately 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 for-
eign objects within the openings or ventilation
slots.
These operating instructions have been printed
on non-polluting paper.
Deposit old batteries at the appropriate collec-
tion 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 pro-
tect the environment.
This electronic device contains many materials
that can be recycled. Please enquire about the
possibilities for recycling your old device.
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.
This product complies with the requirements of
Directive 73/23/EEC +89/336/EEC +93/68 EEC.
Specifications
Voltage:
220-240V/50Hz
Power consumption :
14W
Power consumption (Standby):
less than
3W (PWR. in the display switched off)
Rewind time:
approx. 260 seconds (cassette E-
180)
Dimensions in cm (WxDxH):
36.0x22.6x9.2
Number of video heads:
2
Recording/playback time:
3 hours (SP) (cassette E-180)
6 hours (LP) (cassette E-180)
Supplied accessories
• Operating instructions
• Remote control and batteries
• Aerial Cable
MODEL NO.
VR140/58
PROD. NO.
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