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PAS 141 Protocol: Product Guide July 2013 DVD, Blu-ray and VHS players The protocol below describes a series of minimum tests that should be performed on DVD, Blu-ray and VHS players in order that the product can be considered functional and fit for re- use. The equipment should pass these tests in order for it to be considered suitable for re- use and the outcome should be recorded for auditing purposes. This protocol should be used within the framework of PAS 141 for re-using electrical equipment. The tests are general in nature so that the protocol can be applied as widely as possible. As a consequence, specific testing procedures and techniques are not described and appropriate equipment should be used to complete the described protocols. Scope This protocol refers to devices capable of playing DVDs, Blu-ray discs or VHS cassettes. It excludes digital receiving devices (such as Freeview boxes or other devices produced and supplied by media companies), personal video recorders and portable video players that have an integrated screen. The original equipment manufacturer’s user manual should be used where available to ensure the equipment functions as originally intended. Test procedure1 In addition to the specific tests, inspection of the electrical and electronic equipment prior to use should be performed to ensure compliance with the law. For example, all equipment should undergo Portable Appliance Testing to ensure electrical safety. Inspection of the cosmetic condition of the equipment should also be performed to ensure that the external casing is not damaged in such a way that could affect the future performance of the product (e.g. a crack in the casing that could lead to degradation of the internal components). 1 Sources include user manuals from LG, Panasonic, Samsung and Toshiba, and “Maintaining portable electric equipment in low-risk environments”, HSE 2012. All DVD/Blu-ray/VHS players: Preparation Component Test Test results process Visual Knobs, switches Check the condition of the knobs, All should be present and inspection and fixings switches and fixings. undamaged. Casings and back Examine casings and back panels of the There are no fractures panels device. and no corrosion present. Output / input Examine the output connections The connections should be connections present and undamaged Remote control Check the condition of the remote The remote control is present control (if applicable). with no visible damage. Markings on the remote control should be legible. Check for corrosion and damage to Battery compartment should terminals in battery compartment. be clean and dry and terminals undamaged and not corroded. Safety Plug and lead Examine the plug and lead cables. All in good condition, sleeved, cables with correct fuse and securely connected. Function test Output connections Connect device to a TV and / or TV and / or speakers should speakers through all the available output recognise the device and sockets (e.g. USB, SCART, HDMI, coaxial display the relevant audio / and optical). visual content. Input connections Connect an external audio / visual External audio / visual should device (digital camera, MP3 player etc.) be recognised and sent to the to the player through all available input TV / speakers for playback. sockets (e.g. USB, auxiliary). Menu (if Open the device menu and alter all The device should respond to applicable) available options (aspect ratio etc.). settings changes. Timer (if Set the timer to record content The device begins and ends applicable) beginning and ending at specified times. the recording at the correct times. Panel display Check that the appropriate information All appropriate information is (time, track, channel etc.) is shown in shown in the display area. the display area. Remote control Check that it can perform the functions The unit responds to the on the unit. remote control. Accessories Inspect any accessories supplied with External speakers and the appliance, ensuring they are in good other accessories are in condition and undamaged. good condition and wiring / cabling is intact and correctly wired. DVD and Blu-ray players only: Preparation Component Test Test results process Function test Drawer / slot Open the drawer by remote control and The DVD drawer will open on via controls on the unit (if applicable), command and remain open insert a DVD and close the drawer. until closed on command. Motor / Laser Play an audio / visual DVD, Blu-ray disc The motor will rotate the and CD. disc. Video and / or audio will be output from the unit. Playback control Play an audio / visual DVD, Blu-ray disc The audio / visual playback or CD and use the stop, forward, back, should behave as instructed. skip and pause functions work. Recording (if Insert a rewritable DVD or Blu-ray disc The content should be applicable) and record content from a digital TV recorded to the rewritable channel (or other source). disc by the write laser. The recorded content should then be playable on the device. External audio Connect an audio device (e.g. MP3 The docking port recognises device docking (if player) to the docking port and play the external audio device, applicable) audio. charges it, and sends the audio to the TV for playback. VHS players only: Preparation Component Test Test results process Function test Drawer Insert a VHS tape into the drawer, wait The VHS drawer should for it to be recognised then eject. accept the VHS tape when inserted, and eject it when instructed to do so. Recording head Insert a blank or unwanted VHS tape The content should be and record content from a digital TV recorded to the magnetic channel (or other source). tape of the VHS by the recording head. The recorded content should be playable on the device. Playback head Insert a pre-recorded VHS and press The content should be read play. by the playback head and sent to the TV for playback. Playback control Play a VHS tape and use the stop, The playback should behave rewind and pause functions. as instructed. Further information and relevant equipment All of the above tests require the device to be connected to a fully-tested and functioning television or monitor capable of audio / visual playback. Where appropriate the following may be needed: a region 1 feature film DVD; a region 1 feature film Blu-ray disc; recordable blank DVDs, recordable blank Blu-ray discs; music CDs; VHS tapes and a digital television reception. All former user identification (e.g. asset tags, portable appliance test stickers, company logos etc.) should be removed. Manufacturers brand labels and rating plates should not be removed. If any process fails the unit may require disassembly and / or repair. Identify any hazards, risks and controls before the appliance is disassembled to reduce risk. Where replacement components are required to replace a missing or faulty component, such replacements must not impair the product safety. The appliance should then be retested for safety and for function. Where replacement components are to be used, they should be original equipment manufacturer (OEM) replacement components, OEM approved patter components, reclaimed identical components or aftermarket components appropriate for the intended application and purpose. While we have tried to make sure this guide is accurate, we cannot accept responsibility or be held legally responsible for any loss or damage arising out of or in connection with this information being inaccurate, incomplete or misleading. This material is copyrighted. You can copy it free of charge as long as the material is accurate and not used in a misleading context. 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