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MORE INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR VCR
STOPOP
VCR DIGITAL DISPLAY
12 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
L
R
ST
VCRAM PM
VPSP
SPPrLP
12 11 10 13
TIMER
1.
2.
AUDIO OUTPUT
RECORDING
3.
4.
CHILD LOCK
AM/PM
5.
6.
STOP
7.
VCR mode
PRESET CHANNEL
8.
9.
VIDEO PROGRAMMING SYSTEM/PROGRAMME DELIVERY CONTROL
indicator.
LONG PLAY
10.
11.
STANDARD PLAY
VIDEO TAPE
12.
13.
DECODER
indicator.
indicators.
indicator.
indicator.
indicator.
indicators.
indicator.
indicator.
indicator.
indicator.
indicator.
indicator.
DC
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NOTE:
• Some models do not have all the features shown, therefore, they will not appear on the
display.
If problems persist contact the SHARP Helpline on tel: 0990-274277
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MORE INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR VCR
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY
All the information you need on the VCR status will be summarised on the on-screen display.
If you are recording, playing back a tape or watching a broadcast on the video channel you
can call up three standard on-screen displays. The display can be selected by pressing the
MODE OSD button on the remote control, 1,2,3 or 4 times.
1. AUTO, the current mode and channel
number will be displayed for 3 seconds when an
operation or number button is pressed.
2. FULL., all the active features will also be shown
on screen.
Programme number and channel
Tape Status
Tape speed
Tape remaining
Time
Date
Tape counter
1.
■ 1CH59
SP
2.
■ 1CH59
SUPER P . ON
SP
22:00 REM1:05
9/07 00 0:00.00
3. COUNTER, this display will show the tape
counter and amount of tape remaining.
3.
4. DISPLAY OFF, this will remove the display
from the screen.
REM 1:05
0:00.00
NOTES:
• The default time and date will not be displayed if the clock has not been set.
• The VCR will return to display
• If you are recording from this VCR to another, make sure you remove the display from
the screen otherwise it will be recorded.
If problems persist contact the SHARP Helpline on tel: 0990-274277
1. each time it is switched on.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Format: VHS PAL standard
Number of heads: Two
Video signal system:: PAL colour or monochrome signal: 625 lines
Maximum playing time: 480 min. with E-240 video cassette in Long Play
(LP) mode
Tape width: 12.7 mm
Tape speed: 23.39 mm/s Standard Play (SP): 11.70 mm/s
Long Play (LP)
Antenna: 75 Ω unbalanced
Reception channels: UHF channel 21-69
(VHF channels A-J - VC-M313LM only)
RF output signal: UHF channel 21-69
Power requirement: AC 230-240V, 50 Hz
Power consumption: 16 W approx. (STANDBY ≤ 3W)
Operating temperature: 5 ˚C to 40 ˚C
Storage temperature: -20 ˚C to 55 ˚C
Video input: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω
Video output: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω
Audio input: Line 1: -3.8 dBs, 10 kΩ; Line 2: -3.8 dBs, 47 kΩ
Audio output: Line 1: -3.8 dBs, 1 kΩ
Dimensions: 360(W) x 289(D) x 93(H) mm
Weight: 3.2 kg (approx.)
Supplied accessories: 75 Ω RF Connection cable, operation manual,
remote control, AA/R6/UM3 battery (x2)
• Specifications are subject to change without notice as part of our policy of continuous
improvement.
• No liability is accepted for any inaccuracies or omissions in this publication, although
every possible care has been taken to make it complete and as accurate as possible.
If problems persist contact the SHARP Helpline on tel: 0990-274277
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TROUBLESHOOTING
TROUBLESHOOTING
BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE!
The following conditions do not always denote trouble. Therefore, perform the checks
described below before calling for service. If the problem cannot be corrected by the use of
this guide, remove the mains plugs from the wall socket and contact the dealer or supplier
from whom the unit was purchased in order to obtain service. Where this is not possible, please
contact the telephone number listed below, you will then be given details of how to obtain
service.
Tel.: 0990 274277 - Please note: All calls will be charged at local rate.
AREA PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE/CURE
INSTALLATION
POWER
TV will not tune in to
the VCR.
Auto Installation
screen does not
appear when the
VCR is switched on
OR Auto Installation
is not complete.
Display is not
working.
VCR will not operate
- appears in VCR
display.
• Check all the cables are correctly
connected.
• Check your TV manual for correct tuning of
your TV.
• Reset the VCR and complete AUTO
INSTALLATION again. (Refer to VCR Reset
at the back of the book.)
• Make sure the power cord is plugged in.
• Make sure the wall socket has power
(check by plugging another appliance in).
• Press the TIMER ON/OFF button to
disengage timer.
PLAYBACK
If problems persist contact the SHARP Helpline on tel: 0990-274277
VCR will not respond
to any commands.
No picture appears. • Make sure the TV is set to the video
Playback picture is
snowy.
• Check CHILD LOCK is not engaged.
• Safety device operating: unplug VCR for 2
hours.
channel.
• Check all connecting cables.
• Adjust the tracking using CHANNEL
/ buttons.
• Try another tape.
• The video heads may have been
contaminated - refer to a SHARP Service
Facility.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
TROUBLESHOOTING
AREA PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE/CURE
RECORDING
TAPE
TRANSPORT/
MECHANISM
Tape is
automatically
ejected when
pressing REC ()
or TIMER
ON/OFF buttons.
VIDEOPLUS+ does
not record desired
programme.
Tape can not be
loaded.
• The record-protection tab has been
removed.
• Ensure date and time are correctly set on
the VCR.
• Make sure there is no other tape in the
VCR.
• Make sure you are loading the tape
correctly.
REMOTE
CONTROL
OTHER
PROBLEMS
If problems persist contact the SHARP Helpline on tel: 0990-274277
Rewind is not
possible.
The VCR can not be
operated by remote
control.
Picture does not
change even
though CHANNEL
/ buttons
are pressed.
Desired channel
position can not be
selected.
No colour or poor TV
picture on normal
viewing.
Not possible to view
picture or playback
through RF OUT.
Desired channel has
interference.
No picture appears. • Make sure the TV is on the video channel.
• Make sure the tape is not at the start.
• Remote control is too far away from the
main unit.
• Point the remote control at the VCR.
• Batteries are flat - replace both.
• Batteries have not been inserted correctly.
• VCR is positioned in strong light.
• Make sure the VCR is not in Timer or Menu
mode.
• The channel position has been set to be
skipped. Cancel the SKIP mode for that
channel.
• Make sure all the cables are connected
properly.
• Make sure the VCR power cord is properly
plugged in.
• Make sure the RF OUTPUT has not been
switched off. (Refer to note on RF
THROUGH ON/OFF in the TUNING THE TV TO
THE VCR section of the manual.)
• Possible weak signal strength, the same
channel with a better signal strength may
have been tuned in on another VCR preset
channel. Example;
VCR preset 1 = CH21 and
VCR preset 14 = CH21
(Refer to Manually Sorting Channels
section to move the channel to your
desired position.)
• TV aerial may need adjusting.
• Check all connecting cables.
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VCR RESET
1. Press STOP to switch on the VCR.
2. Press and hold MENU and CHANNEL buttons together on the front of the VCR
for 10 seconds.
3. The AUTO INSTALLATION screen should now be showing on your TV.
4. Follow the on-screen display to proceed with auto installation.
Refer to the CUSTOMISED INSTALLATION chapter if
• Your VCR could not tune automatically - due to for example poor reception.
• You wish to re-arrange the channel order.
• You wish to change the time on the clock or if the VCR could not set the time.
✔
All the programmes should now be correctly tuned in and the clock set.
GUARANTEE
SHARP Electronics (UK) Ltd. (hereafter called Sharp) guarantee to provide for the repair, or at
its option the replacement, of this product subject to the conditions listed below:
1. This guarantee shall only apply to faults which are due to inferior workmanship or
materials. It does not cover faults or damage by accident, misuse, fair wear and tear,
neglect, tampering with the product, or repair other than by a Service Facility appointed
by SHARP.
2. As this product is intended for private domestic use only, the guarantee will not apply if
the product is used in the course of a business, trade or profession.
3. To benefit from this guarantee, any fault which occurs must be notified to SHARP, or its
appointed Service Facility within one year from the date this product was purchased.
Proof of purchase must be provided.
4. The guarantee does not cover carriage costs, batteries or video tapes.
5. In the unlikely event of this product requiring repair, please contact the supplier from
whom it was purchased. Where this is not possible, please contact the SHARP Helpline on
the telephone number given below.
6. This guarantee is offered as an additional benefit to your statutory rights and does not
affect these rights in any way.
7. No person has any authority to vary the terms or conditions of this guarantee.
If you have any difficulty operating this product, or would like information on other SHARP
products, please telephone the SHARP Helpline on the number given below.
SHARP Helpline: Tel: 0990 274277
Please note that all calls are charged at local rate.
In the unlikely event of this equipment requiring repair during the guarantee period, you will
need to provide proof of the date of purchase to the repairing company. Please keep your
invoice or receipt which is supplied at the time of purchase.
If problems persist contact the SHARP Helpline on tel: 0990-274277
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CONNECTING TO THE MAINS
This VCR is suitable only for connection to UK
mains. The unit is fitted with a moulded 3-pin
mains plug with a 3-amp fuse. The VCR does not
have a mains power switch. When connected
to the mains, the unit will draw current at all
times to power the clock. Be sure to unplug the
VCR when it is not to be used for several months.
TO REPLACE THE FUSE:
You must use a 3-amp fuse, marked (ASTA) or (BSI) to BS-1362. Remove the fuse
cover as shown. Replace the fuse and re-fit the fuse cover securely into the plug.
ASA
Never connect the plug to the
mains without the fuse cover
fitted.
TO REPLACE THE MAINS PLUG:
If the plug fitted is unsuitable for the mains socket in your home, cut off the plug, remove the
fuse and dispose of the cut-off plug safely.
Severe electric shock may occur if you connect the cut-off
plug to a mains socket. If a new plug is fitted, observe the
wiring code supplied by the plug manufacturer (and given
below.) If you have any doubt, consult a qualified
electrician.
The wires in the mains cable are colour coded as follows: blue = neutral, brown = live.
As the colours of the wires may not correspond with the terminals in your plug, connect the
wires following plug manufacturer's guide:
• blue wire to the terminal marked N or coloured black or blue.
• brown wire to the terminal marked L or coloured red or brown.
• Ensure neither the brown nor the blue wire is connected
to the earth terminal in your plug.
• Do not allow water to come into contact with the power
supply cord or plug.
• A damaged power supply cord or loose plug may cause
electric shock.
• Contact your SHARP dealer or a qualified electrician. Do
not use the VCR.
If problems persist contact the SHARP Helpline on tel: 0990-274277
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CALLING FOR SERVICE
●If you are unable to resolve a problem using the TROUBLESHOOTING guide, do not
remove the cabinet or attempt to service this VCR yourself.
● For service please contact your dealer. If this is not possible, please call our Customer
Information Centre for details of your nearest Sharp Service Centre.
● In the unlikely event of this equipment requiring repair during the guarantee period, you
will need to provide proof of the date of purchase to the repairing company. Please keep
your invoice or receipt which is supplied at the time of purchase.
● Certain replacement parts and accessories may be obtained from our main parts
distributor who can be contacted at: Willow Vale Electronics Limited
Tel. Manchester 0161 205 7531/Birmingham 0870 600 0271. Most credit/debit cards
accepted.
SHARP Customer Helpline: Tel: 0990 274277
This equipment complies with the requirements of Directives 89/336/EEC and 73/23/EEC
as amended by 93/68/EEC.
• Specifications are subject to change without notice as part of our policy of continuous
improvement.
• No liability is accepted for any inaccuracies or omissions in this publication, although
every possible care has been taken to make it complete and as accurate as possible.
SHARP ELECTRONICS (U.K.) Ltd.
Printed in U.K.
TINS-3812UMZZ
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