VC-M313HM
VC-M313LM
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
OPERATION MANUAL
● VIDEOPLUS
● 2 HEAD LONG PLAY
● CHILD LOCK
● SHARP SUPER PICTURE
Dear SHARP Customer
Thank you for buying this SHARP VCR. Given proper care it will provide years of
entertainment for the whole family. Please read this operation manual carefully before
attempting to operate the VCR.
Copyright
● Audio-visual material may consist of copyrighted works which must not be recorded
without the authority of the owner of the copyright. Please refer to the relevant laws in
your country.
● No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored or transmitted in any form without
prior permission from SHARP Electronics (Europe) GmbH.
●
®
and PlusCode ®are registered trademarks of Gemstar Development
Corporation.
● system is manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation.
SAFETY WARNINGS
Observe all warnings for your safety and to ensure trouble free use
of your VCR.
INFORMATION
Additional information complements instructions.
(i)
MENU SET
CLEAR
DISPLAY
STANDBY
DPSS
INPUT SELECT
CHANNEL
AM/PM
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
SLOW
PLUSCODE
MODE OSD
INPUT
SELECT
CH
CH
OPERATE VOL
VOL
TV
TIMER
ON/OFF
AUDIO
OUT
SKIP
SEARCH
ZERO
BACK
TAPE
SPEED
TV/VCR
+
REC
PAUSE/STILL
REW FF
PLAY / X2
STOP
231
4
7
5
8
0
6
9
+
1. STANDBY
+
/
/
/
/
///
2. INPUT SELECT
3. CHILD LOCK
4. TIMER ON/OFF
5.AUDIO OUT
has no function with these models.)
6. MENU
7. PLUSCODE
8. AM/PM or
9. REWIND 26. FAST FORWARD
10. RECORD
(The STOP button is
11.STOP
also used to switch on the VCR.)
12. TAPE SPEED (SP/LP)
13. SLOW
(This button
VCR REMOTE CONTROL
14. TV CHANNEL
15. BASIC SHARP TV
CONTROLS
16. TV VOLUME
/
17. ZERO BACK
18. SKIP SEARCH
19. SET
20. MENU SELECT
21. CLEAR
22. MODE ON SCREEN
DISPLAY
23. DISPLAY
24. CHANNEL
25. INPUT SELECT
27. PLAY/X2
28. PAUSE/STILL
29. DPSS
SLOW SPEED
/
30. TV/VCR (This button has
no function with these models.)
VCR FRONT PANEL/REMOTE CONTROL EQUIVALENT FUNCTIONS.
If you prefer, or if remote control batteries fail, you will need to use the VCR front panel controls. The only
differences in function are shown below:
(On-Screen Display)
Moving UP/DOWN menu
Moving LEFT/RIGHT menu
FUNCTION
OSD
OPERATION WITH REMOTE
CONTROL
[]buttons
[ ] buttons
(ii)
OPERATION WITH VCR
FRONT PANEL
CHANNEL buttons.
Press the FF/REW buttons.
CONTENTS
BEFORE USING YOUR VCR
Important notes on your VCR .......................................................................................................2
Unpacking the accessories ........................................................................................................... 3
INSTALLING YOUR VCR
Connecting the cables ................................................................................................................. 4
Tuning the TV into the VCR............................................................................................................ 5
Auto installation .............................................................................................................................. 6
BASIC OPERATION
Important notes on your VCR and video tapes ......................................................................... 9
How to playback a video tape ....................................................................................................9
Immediate recording................................................................................................................... 12
How to use to make a recording ........................................................................... 13
How to set a delayed recording ................................................................................................15
How to check, change and cancel a delayed recording..................................................... 17
ADVANCED OPERATION
Playback of a video tape ...........................................................................................................18
Digital Display................................................................................................................................ 19
Blue mute ...................................................................................................................................... 20
Colour ............................................................................................................................................20
Searching the video tape ........................................................................................................... 21
Recording from other equipment ..............................................................................................22
SPECIAL FEATURES ON YOUR VCR
Child lock....................................................................................................................................... 23
CUSTOMISED INSTALLATION
Manually tuning a channel ......................................................................................................... 24
Manually sorting channels........................................................................................................... 25
Manually setting the clock .......................................................................................................... 26
MORE INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR VCR
VCR digital display .......................................................................................................................27
On-screen display......................................................................................................................... 28
Specifications................................................................................................................................ 29
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................30
VCR reset....................................................................................................................................... 32
Guarantee .................................................................................................................................... 32
Connecting to the mains ............................................................................................................ 33
Pausing and slow motion...................................................................................... 10
Fast forwarding/rewinding a video tape............................................................ 11
Checking the amount of tape remaining .......................................................... 18
Playing back a video tape repeatedly ..............................................................18
Skip searching the video tape ............................................................................. 21
Digital programme search system (DPSS)........................................................... 21
Sorting the channels into your preferred order.................................................. 25
1
BEFORE USING YOUR VCR
IMPORTANT NOTES ON YOUR VCR
IDEAL VCR LOCATION
PLACE THE VCR..
• ... on a flat level surface away from radiators
or other heat sources and out of direct
sunlight.
• ... and video tapes away from magnetic
sources such as speakers or microwave ovens.
• ... at least 8” (20cm) away from the TV.
• ... away from curtains, carpets or other
materials and allow ventilation space around
the VCR.
DO NOT...
• ... block the air-vent openings.
• ... expose the VCR to excessive dust,
mechanical vibration or shock.
• ... place any heavy object or liquid on top of
the VCR. If liquid drops inside the VCR unplug
immediately and contact your SHARP dealer.
Do not use the VCR.
• ... insert or drop anything into the tape
compartment or through the
air-vents, as this could result in serious
damage, fire or an electric shock.
POWER SOCKETS
• To avoid overheating or even fire, insert the
plug correctly into the socket.
DO NOT...
• ... overload power sockets, this may cause a
fire or electric shock.
• ... pull the power cord to disconnect the plug
from the mains.
• ... bind the power cords together.
• This VCR is not equipped with a mains power
switch. Accordingly, nominal current to drive
the clock is drawn at all times when the AC
power cord is plugged into a wall socket. If
the VCR is not to be used for an extended
period be sure to unplug the cord.
If problems persist contact the SHARP Helpline on tel: 0990-274277
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BEFORE USING YOUR VCR
UNPACKING THE ACCESSORIES
CHECK ALL THESE ACCESSORIES ARE SUPPLIED WITH YOUR VCR. CONTACT YOUR DEALER IF
ANY ARE MISSING.
REMOTE
CONTROL
For a more
detailed
picture of
your remote
control refer
to page (ii).
To fit the batteries into the remote control
Remove the battery cover on the back of the remote control.
Fit the batteries: to and to . terminals. Place the
battery cover back into position.
BATTERIES (X2)
for the remote control unit.
RF CONNECTION CABLE
connects the VCR to the TV.
Battery cover
Remote Control
• Remote Control must be pointed towards the VCR to operate.
• Do not expose to liquid or shock.
• May not function if the VCR is in direct sunlight or any other strong light.
• Replace both alkaline batteries (type AA/R6/UM3) if the remote control
fails.
• Remove the batteries and keep in a safe place if you do not plan to use
the VCR for several months.
• Remove and dispose of flat batteries safely and promptly.
• Incorrect use of batteries may cause them to leak or burst.
If problems persist contact the SHARP Helpline on tel: 0990-274277
(TYPE AA/R6/UM3)
3
INSTALLING YOUR VCR
CONNECTING THE CABLES
Connect your existing aerial
1
cable to the
socket on your VCR.
Connect your TV to the VCR using the
2
supplied RF connection cable, i.e.
connect the VCR
the TV
Optional
have a scart lead connect it to your TV and
LINE 1 IN/OUT
- The advantage of a Scart connection is
improved picture and sound quality during
playback.
ANTENNA IN
RF OUT
AERIAL IN
socket.
SCART (not supplied). If you
socket on the VCR.
socket to
AERIAL OR
CATV CABLE
BACK OF
TELEVISION
Connect the VCR
3
to the mains.
The VCR is correctly connected.
✔
If problems persist contact the SHARP Helpline on tel: 0990-274277
4
INSTALLING YOUR VCR
TUNING THE TV INTO THE VCR
Press the
1.
Press and hold the button located on VCR front panel for 3 seconds.
2.
The VCR will search and display an ideal
channel.
Wait for the flashing channel number to appear
on the VCR display.
STANDBY
button to ensure your VCR is in the STANDBY mode.
Example
CAUTION:
If the clear button is pressed at this point it will not allow the TV to be tuned to the VCR. Refer
to RF through ON/OFF below.
Switch on the TV.
3.
Select the next available or unused channel on your TV, this will become the dedicated
4.
video channel.
Example of
TV channels
5.
Tune the selected channel on your TV until the screen below appears.
1 = BBC1 4 = Channel 4
2 = BBC2 5 = Channel 5
3 = ITV ? = VCR
MENU SCREEN
MENU
V I DEOP LU S
TIMER
MODE
SET UP
(Blue background
with white text)
MN : SELECT
SET :ENTER MENU :EX I T
Store this as your VCR channel. (Refer to your TV manual for instructions on how to tune in
your TV).
6.
Press the button to place the VCR back into STANDBY. (The MENU screen will not be
displayed when the VCR is in STANDBY mode.)
NOTES:
• If you have a preferred channel, the RF channel can be set manually (21-69) after
Step 2 using [ / ] keys.
RF THROUGH ON/OFF:
• If you wish to connect your VCR to the TV with only a scart lead, the RF Output on your
VCR can be turned OFF and ON by pressing the
STANDBY at point 2. This will help minimise interference.
If problems persist contact the SHARP Helpline on tel: 0990-274277
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CLEAR
button then
SET
to return to
INSTALLING YOUR VCR
AUTO INSTALLATION
These models automatically tune the TV channels in your area.
Turn the TV on and select the video channel. (As previously explained).
1.
Press
STOP
to switch on the VCR.
Follow the instructions that appear on the TV screen by pressing the
2.
tune may take a few minutes)
AUTO INSTALLAT ION
PRESS SET KEY TO START
SET : ENTER MENU:EX I T
Press the SET button.
PL EASE BE SURE THE
AER I AL / SCART CABLE I S
CONNECT ED TO YOUR VCR .
PRESS SET TO CONT I NUE
SET : ENTER MENU:EX I T
Press the SET button.
1CH22
AUTOMATIC SORTING.
PL EASE WA I T .
SET : ENTER MENU:EX I T
Button positions for your reference.
REMOTE
CONTROL
button. (Auto
SET
SET
STOP
See next page to continue
NOTE:
• If the AUTO INSTALLATION screen doesn’t appear when you switch on your VCR or you
wish to reset your VCR and start the installation again, refer to
of the book.
If problems persist contact the SHARP Helpline on tel: 0990-274277
6
VCR RESET
at the back
INSTALLING YOUR VCR
INSTALLATION CONTINUED
On completion, the
appear showing the preset channel
order.
To change the preset channel order.
3.
Press [ / /
the channel to be moved.
4.
Press
SET
5.
Press [ / /
the new position for the channel.
SET
Press
6.
If any more channels are to be
7.
moved,
repeat procedure from step 3.
MOVE MENU
to confirm.
to confirm.
/]
to highlight
to highlight
/]
will
3.
1CH21 7 13
2CH32 8 14
3CH43 9 15
4CH54 10 16
5CH 6 5 11 17
61218
SELECTED :CH65
MN OP : SELECTED
SET : ENTER MENU:EX I T
MOVE 1/5
5.
1CH 6 5 713
2CH21 8 14
3CH32 9 15
4CH43 10 16
5CH54 11 17
61218
SELECTED :CH65
MN OP : SELECTED
SET : ENTER MENU:EX I T
MOVE 1/5
REMOTE CONTROL
MENU
SET
8.
MENU
Press
with the channel order.
If you wish to change the channel
order refer to
to exit if you are happy
MANUALLY
SORTING CHANNELS Sorting the channels into
your preferred order
If problems persist contact the SHARP Helpline on tel: 0990-274277
.
MENU SELECT
BUTTONS
7
INSTALLING YOUR VCR
INSTALLATION CONTINUED
The clock setting screen will now appear.
To set the time and date follow the steps
below:
Press the [ / ] menu select
1.
buttons to select either 12 or 24 hour
clock operation.
24 hour example:
Press [
2.
the time using the
BUTTONS
buttons. If the minutes or hours are
less than 10, enter the leading 0. If
using the 12 hour clock enter AM or
PM by pressing the
button on the remote control.
Press [
3.
the date using the
BUTTONS
buttons. For example, for 1st April
enter
4.
Press [
the last two digits of the year using
the
[ / ] buttons. For example, for
2000 enter
enter 01.
/
] to select TIME. Enter
NUMBER
or the [ / ]
AM/PM
/
] to select DATE. Enter
NUMBER
or the [ / ]
01 04
.
/
] to select YEAR. Enter
NUMBER BUTTONS
00
. For the year 2001
or the
CLOCK
MODE T I ME DAT E Y EAR
24H 15:0501/0400
MODE: 24H / 12H
OP :SELECT MN : CHANGE
SET : ENTER MENU:EX I T
12 hour example:
CLOCK
MODE T I ME DAT E YEAR
12H 03:05PM 01/04 00
MODE : 2 4H / 12H
OP : SELECT MN : CHANGE
SET : ENTER MENU:EX I T
5.
Press the
and date.
button to store the time
SET
NOTE:
• You will need to update the clock for Winter/Summer daylight saving.
All the programmes should now be correctly tuned in and the clock set.
✔
If problems persist contact the SHARP Helpline on tel: 0990-274277
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BASIC OPERATION
IMPORTANT NOTES ON YOUR VCR AND VIDEO
TAPES
VIDEO TAPES
• If you use only good quality video tapes, generally it will not be necessary to clean the
video heads.
• If poor quality tapes are used, or if a tape is loaded after changing VCR location, oxide
from the tape may "clog" the video heads. This will cause the playback picture to be
"snowy", or even disappear.
• To remove minor contamination run a video tape in visual search mode. If this fails, you
will need to have the heads cleaned by a SHARP Service Facility. Please note, if cleaning
is necessary it is not covered by the guarantee.
• Use video tapes which carry the mark.
SECAMPAL
HOW TO PLAYBACK A VIDEO TAPE
BEFORE YOU PLAYBACK A VIDEO TAPE
Condensation forms in the VCR when it is moved out of or into a warm place.
If you try to playback or record, the video tape and VCR may be damaged.
Turn the VCR on and wait for about two hours until the VCR reaches room
temperature before operating.
PLAYBACK
1.
Switch on your TV and select the video channel.
2. Carefully push a pre-recorded video
tape into the tape compartment.
This will switch the VCR on.
• If the record-protection tab has
been removed, the VCR will start
playback as soon as the video tape
has been loaded.
3. To start playback, press
PLAY/X2 ().
If problems persist contact the SHARP Helpline on tel: 0990-274277
Record protection tab
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BASIC OPERATION
HOW TO PLAYBACK A VIDEO TAPE
SHARP SUPER PICTURE should enhance the picture quality during playback. It is
normally set to ON. To turn
VCR front panel.
SHARP SUPER PICTURE on or off press SUPER P. on the
• For double speed playback (without sound), press
• To revert to normal playback, press
• To stop the video tape, press
• To eject the tape press
EJECT on the VCR.
PLAY/X2 ( ) again.
STOP ().
PLAY/X2 ( ) again.
PICTURE DISTURBANCE DURING PLAYBACK
This VCR has an automatic tracking system which reduces picture disturbance when you start
to playback a video tape. When auto-tracking is in operation flashes on the on-screen
display. If the picture still has disturbance you may need to manually track the video tape:
During PLAYBACK of a video tape.
• Press
CHANNEL or to position picture interference off the TV screen. (Manual
Tracking)
• Press
CHANNEL and buttons together to start Auto Tracking.
PAUSING AND SLOW MOTION
Press PLAY/X2 ( ) to start the video tape playing.
1.
2. To pause the video tape, press PAUSE/STILL ().
• To minimise jitter whilst in pause mode press
• Press
PLAY/X2 ( ) to resume playback.
CHANNEL or .
3. To playback in slow motion (without sound) press SLOW on the remote control. Slow
motion speed can be adjusted using the or buttons next to the slow button.
Picture disturbance can be improved by using the
motion playback.
• Press
PLAY/X2 ( )to resume playback.
NOTES:
• When using SLOW MOTION function some mechanical noise may be heard.
• There will be picture interference and possibly a change to black and white picture
using Pause and Slow functions.
• PAUSE mode will disengage after about 5 minutes.
If problems persist contact the SHARP Helpline on tel: 0990-274277
CHANNEL or during slow
7809
INPUT SELECT
SLOW
PLAY / X2
STOP
CHANNEL
PAUSE/STILL
DPSS
TV/VCR
AM/PM
REW FF
REC
TAPE
SPEED
Remote Control
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BASIC OPERATION
HOW TO PLAYBACK A VIDEO TAPE
FAST FORWARDING/REWINDING A VIDEO TAPE
Press STOP ( ) to stop the video tape.
1.
2. Press FAST FORWARD ()/REWIND ( ) on the remote control or on the VCR
front panel.
3. To stop fast forward/rewind, press STOP ().
FORWARD/REVERSE VISUAL SEARCH
1.
During playback, press FAST FORWARD ()/REWIND ( ) on the remote
control, or on the VCR front panel.
2. To decrease the speed, press FAST FORWARD ()/REWIND ( ) again.
3. Press PLAY/X2 ( ) to resume playback.
REW FF
PLAY / X2
STOP
PAUSE/STILL
REC
Remote Control
NOTE:
• There will be picture interference and possibly a change to black and white picture
using Visual Fast Forward/Rewind functions.
If problems persist contact the SHARP Helpline on tel: 0990-274277
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BASIC OPERATION
IMMEDIATE RECORDING
SELECTION OF A CHANNEL
Select the channel by using the number buttons on the remote control, or select the
next/previous channel by pressing
To change between single digit and 2-digit channel numbers, press
For example, for channel 24, press
You can record the channel you are watching or a different channel.
1. Insert a video tape into your VCR.
2. Select the channel you wish to record on the VCR.
3. To start recording, press REC ().
4. To pause during recording, press PAUSE/STILL ().
5. To continue recording, press REC ().
6. To stop recording, press STOP ( ) once.
SIMPLE TIMED RECORDING:
1. To specify a stop time, press REC ().
2. Each additional press of REC ( ) will delay
the stop time by 10 minutes.
CHANNEL [or].
AM/PM .
AM/PM then press 2 4.
STOP 15:30
3. To stop recording at any time, press
STOP ( ) once.
7809
INPUT SELECT
AM/PM
REW FF
PLAY / X2
REC
STOP
TAPE
SPEED
SLOW
CHANNEL
PAUSE/STILL
DPSS
TV/VCR
Remote Control
NOTES:
• If the tape ends before the recording is complete the VCR will stop recording, rewind,
eject the tape and place the VCR into STANDBY mode, or just eject the tape and place
the VCR in STANDBY timer mode if the VCR is in timer record mode.
• If the VCR ejects the video tape when you press
protected. i.e. record protection tab has been removed.
If problems persist contact the SHARP Helpline on tel: 0990-274277
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REC ( ) the tape is record
BASIC OPERATION
HOW TO USE TO MAKE A RECORDING
Before you start!
• If appears on the VCR display, press TIMER ON/OFF to remove the symbol.
• Check that the VCR clock is displaying the correct time.
VIDEOPLUS+ allows you to program the VCR to record up to eight programmes using the
VIDEOPLUS+ numbers published in TV listings (refer to your daily newspaper or TV magazine).
1. Press the PLUSCODE button on the remote
control.
2. Enter the VIDEOPLUS+ number from the TV
listing using the
NUMBER BUTTONS.
NOTE:
• An ERROR message will appear if you have entered a number that is not a current
VIDEOPLUS+ number. If this happens press
and enter the correct VIDEOPLUS+ number
Press the [ / ] menu select buttons to select ONCE,
3.
WEEKLY, DAILY.
CLEAR to delete the numbers as required
4. If you want to make additional recordings at the same time
each day or week, then use
or DAILY option as appropriate.
[/] to select the WEEKLY,
5. Press SET to confirm.
PLUS CODE . -
→
ONCE WE E K L Y DA I L Y
REMOTE CONTROL
MENU SELECT
BUTTONS
NOTE:
• Check that the menu list agrees with the times shown in the TV listing. If it does not press
CLEAR to return to the VIDEOPLUS+ menu, and re-enter the correct VIDEOPLUS+
number
The first time that you use VIDEOPLUS+ to make a
recording on each channel Preset, (PR) may be
highlighted on the On-Screen Display.
6. Enter the channel you wish to record using
the
NUMBER BUTTONS, for example if
you wish to record channel 2 press
VCR will remember this for the future.
0 2. The
DATE PR START STOP
21/06 02 12:00 13:00 SP
--/-- -- -:-- -:-- --
--/-- -- -:-- -:-- --
--/-- -- -:-- -:-- --
PR :CH3 2
OP : SELECT MN : CHANGE
SET : ENTER MENU:EX I T
1/2
See next page to continue
If problems persist contact the SHARP Helpline on tel: 0990-274277
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BASIC OPERATION
HOW TO USE TO MAKE A RECORDING
7.
If your VCR has long play facility
to change the
[/]to highlight SP. Press [ / ]
the
to select standard play (SP) or long play (LP)
as required.
RECORDING SPEED, use
8. Press SET to confirm the programme. The
VIDEOPLUS+ menu will reappear. If you wish
to enter further VIDEOPLUS+ recordings
repeat this procedure.
9. When you have completed entering timer
settings, press
from the TV screen.
MENU to remove the menu
10. Ensure that the tape on which you wish to
record is inserted into the VCR, then press
TIMER ON/OFF
TIMER STANDBY mode. will be shown on
the display.
once to place the VCR in
and you wish
DATE PR START STOP
21/060212:0013:00SP
--/-- -- -:-- -:-- --
--/-- -- -:-- -:-- --
--/-- -- -:-- -:-- --
TAPE
SPEED :SP / LP
OP : SELECT MN : CHANGE
SET : ENTER MENU:EX I T
PLUS CODE . -
→
ONCE WE EK L Y DA I L Y
1/2
NOTES:
• You may also access the VIDEOPLUS+ menu by the following procedure:
i. Press MENU.
ii. The VIDEOPLUS+ option will be highlighted. Press SET to confirm.
Continue from step 2 above.
• If flashes a video tape has not been inserted into the VCR.
• If the video tape is ejected when the VCR tries to record the record protection tab has
been removed.
• During recording, press
recordings to be made, the VCR will return to TIMER STANDBY.
If problems persist contact the SHARP Helpline on tel: 0990-274277
STOP ( ) to cancel the recording. If there are further
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BASIC OPERATION
HOW TO SET A DELAYED RECORDING
You can make a maximum of eight delayed recordings up to a year in advance.
The example shown is for 24-hour clock operation. To change to12-hour clock operation refer
to
MANUALLY SETTING THE CLOCK section of this manual.
12-hour clock am/pm can be selected using the
Before you start!
• If appears on the VCR display, press TIMER ON/OFF to remove the symbol.
• Check that the VCR clock is displaying the correct time.
SETTING A RECORDING
For example: Recording a programme on channel 3 from 21:05 to 22:30 on July 9th.
1. Press STOP ( ) to ensure that the VCR is
switched on.
2. Press the MENU button .
AM/PM button on the remote control.
REMOTE CONTROL
MENU SELECT
BUTTONS
3. Press the [ / ] menu select buttons to
select
TIMER. Press SET to confirm.
4. Press SET again, the on-screen display will now
show today’s date.
If you wish to change the date use the
[ / ] or the
two digits for the day, then two for the month.
For example for July 9th, press
NUMBER BUTTONS. Enter
0 9 (9th), then 0
7 (July).
When the correct date for your recording is
shown, press the menu select button to move
to the next setting.
5. If you want to make additional recordings at
the same time each day or week, use
[ / ] to select D (daily) or W (weekly).
Then press to move to the next setting.
6. Enter the channel number using the [ / ]
or the
NUMBER BUTTONS. For example to
record a programme on channel 3, press 0 3.
Then press to move to the next setting.
MENU SCREEN
V I DEOP LU S +
TIMER
MODE
SET UP
MN : SELECT
SET : ENTER MENU:EX I T
DATE PR START STOP
21/060212:0013:00SP
9/07 -- -:-- -:-- --
--/-- -- -:-- -:-- --
--/-- -- -:-- -:-- --
DATE PR START STOP
21/060212:0013:00SP
9/07D -- -:-- -:-- --
--/-- -- -:-- -:-- --
--/-- -- -:-- -:-- --
1/2
1/2
If problems persist contact the SHARP Helpline on tel: 0990-274277
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BASIC OPERATION
HOW TO SET A DELAYED RECORDING
7. Enter the start time using the [ / ] or the
NUMBER BUTTONS, hours first then
minutes (when entering less than 10 hours or
minutes add a '0' before the number), for
example for 21:05 start, press
Then press to move to the next setting.
2 1 0 5.
8. Enter the stop time, for example for 22:30 stop,
press
2 2 3 0.
DATE PR START STOP
21/060212:0013:00SP
9/07D03 21:05 -:-- SP
--/-- -- -:-- -:-- --
--/-- -- -:-- -:-- --
1/2
9.
If your VCR has long play facility
change the
RECORDING SPEED, use the
and you wish to
[/] to highlight SP. Press [ / ] to
select standard play (SP) or long play (LP) as
required.
DATE PR START STOP
21/060212:0013:00SP
9/07D03 21:05 -:-- LP
--/-- -- -:-- -:-- --
--/-- -- -:-- -:-- --
1/2
10. Press SET to confirm.
• The MENU now shows all the timer settings you
have entered. If you wish to make additional
timer recordings, repeat this procedure.
11. When you have completed entering timer
settings, press
from the TV screen.
MENU to remove the menu
12. Ensure that the tape on which you wish to
record is inserted into the VCR, then press
TIMER ON/OFF once to place the VCR in
TIMER STANDBY mode. will be shown on the
display.
NOTES:
• If flashes a video tape has not been inserted into the VCR.
• If the video tape is ejected when the VCR tries to record the record protection tab has
been removed.
• During recording, press
recordings to be made, the VCR will return to TIMER STANDBY.
STOP ( ) to cancel the recording. If there are further
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BASIC OPERATION
HOW TO CHECK, CHANGE AND CANCEL A DELAYED
RECORDING
Before you start!
• If appears on the VCR display, press TIMER ON/OFF to remove the symbol.
CHECKING A RECORDING
1. Press STOP to switch on the VCR.
2. Press MENU.
3. Press [ / ]to select TIMER. Press SET to
confirm.
• All the delayed recordings in the VCR’s memory
will be shown.
4. If the settings are correct press MENU to exit.
• If you wish to change or cancel any settings,
follow the procedures below.
CHANGING A RECORDING
1. Follow steps 1 to 3 of CHECKING A
RECORDING.
2. To change a delayed recording, press
[ / ] to highlight the recording, then press
SET to select.
3. Press [/] to highlight the setting to be
changed and correct it by using the [ / ]
NUMBER BUTTONS.
or the
4. When all corrections are complete press SET to
confirm, then press
CANCELLING A RECORDING
MENU to exit.
1. Follow steps 1 to 3 of CHECKING A
RECORDING.
2. To cancel a delayed recording, press
[ / ] to highlight the recording to be
cancelled, then press
CLEAR.
3. Press MENU to exit.
MENU SCREEN
TIMER
MODE
SET UP
MN : SELECT
SET : ENTER MENU:EX I T
DATE PR START STOP
21/060212:0013:00SP
--/-- -- -:-- -:-- --
--/-- -- -:-- -:-- --
--/-- -- -:-- -:-- --
DATE PR START STOP
21/060212:0013:00SP
--/-- -- -:-- -:-- --
--/-- -- -:-- -:-- --
--/-- -- -:-- -:-- --
1/2
1/2
NOTE:
• If there are some programmes to be recorded, do not forget to press TIMER ON/OFF
button to return the VCR to TIMER STANDBY mode.
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ADVANCED OPERATION
PLAYBACK OF A VIDEO TAPE
CHECKING THE AMOUNT OF TAPE REMAINING
When you load a video tape into the VCR it can calculate approximately the amount of
video tape remaining in hours and minutes. This is useful in determining whether or not there is
sufficient tape left to make a recording.
When a video tape is playing, the amount of tape remaining is calculated for you
automatically.
To display the amount of video tape remaining:
1. Load the video tape into the VCR
2. Press DISPLAY on the remote control as many times as necessary until “R” appears on
the VCR display. The tape will wind forward and then return to its original position. The
tape remaining will be shown on the VCR display in hours and minutes.
By pressing the
change between long play and standard play.
TAPE SPEED button on the remote control the remaining time will
For example,
in standard play 1 hour 23 minutes is left on the tape:
in long play 2 hour 46 minutes is left on the tape:
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NOTES:
• If tape remaining function is interrupted, the remaining time will not be displayed.
• If less than 5 minutes of tape remains the display will flash.
PLAYING BACK A VIDEO TAPE REPEATEDLY
You can set your VCR to automatically rewind at the end of playing a video tape and replay
the entire tape again. REPEAT will appear on the on-screen display when selected.
To use this feature:
1. Press MENU to display the main menu on the
screen.
MODE MENU SCREEN
2. Press the[ / ]menu select buttons to
select MODE.
3. Press SET.
4. Press [ / ]to select REPEAT.
5. Press [/]to select ON.
6. Press SET.
BLUE MUTE AUTO OFF
➝REPEAT ON OFF
MN : SELECT OP : CHANGE
S E T : E N T E R M EN U : E X I T
7. Press MENU to return to normal screen.
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ADVANCED OPERATION
DIGITAL DISPLAY
TIME OF DAY
Shows current time of day, if the clock is set.
Press
DISPLAY until the time of day appears. For
example, 21:20 appears:
OPERATION MODE
Shows status of tape. Press DISPLAY until the display
appears, for example:
TAPE COUNTER AND ZERO BACK
Tape counter measures the current position of the video tape in real time. ZERO BACK uses the
tape counter to determine a specific point on a tape you may wish to return to.
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1. Press DISPLAY until tape counter appears, for
example:
2. To identify the current position on a video tape
press
CLEAR and the tape counter will appear:
When you wish to return to this position on the video tape, press
rewind/advance to this point.
ZERO BACK. The tape will
NOTE:
• The tape counter will only operate on recorded sections of tape.
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ADVANCED OPERATION
ON/OFF OUT
SEARCH BACK
BLUE MUTE
The TV screen will be blue if a TV channel with no signal is selected, an unrecorded section of
tape is played or the quality of the recording on the tape is poor. Select OFF to disable this
feature.
1. Press MENU to display the main menu on the
screen.
2. Press the [ / ] menu select buttons to
select MODE.
3. Press SET.
MODE MENU SCREEN
COLOUR AUTO PAL
BLUE MUTE AUTO OFF
REPEAT ON OFF
4. Press the [ / ] menu select buttons to
select BLUE MUTE.
5. Press [/] to select OFF.
6. Press SET and then MENU to return to the
normal screen.
MENU SET
PLUSCODE
CLEAR
MODE OSD
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Remote Control
COLOUR
If the VCR is playing poor quality recording, the picture may turn black and white. Selecting
PAL may improve this (depending on the recording), although coloured speckles may
appear on black and white recordings.
1. Follow steps 1 to 3 from BLUE MUTE.
2. Press the [ / ] menu select buttons to select COLOUR.
3. Press [/] to select AUTO/PAL.
4. Press SET and then MENU to return to the normal screen.
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ADVANCED OPERATION
SEARCHING THE VIDEO TAPE
SKIP SEARCHING THE VIDEO TAPE
You can search the tape in 30 second time intervals. To do this follow the procedure below:
1. Press PLAY/X2 ( ) to start the video tape playing.
2. Press SKIP SEARCH on the remote control.
The number of times you press
determines the forward search time.
• After searching, normal playback
will resume automatically
SKIP SEARCH
DIGITAL PROGRAMME SEARCH SYSTEM (DPSS)
Your VCR records a marker signal on the tape at the start of each recording. These signals can
be used later to locate the starting point of a recording.
DPSS to locate a previous programme or the next programme.
Press
For example,
/
1. Load the video tape into the VCR.
2. Press DPSS three times. The number 3 will appear on the on-screen display, and the
VCR will fast forward to locate the third recording after the current one.
3. Press DPSS once. A -1 will appear on the on-screen display and the VCR will rewind
to locate the beginning of the current recording.
1 press = 30 seconds.
2 presses = 1 minute.
3 presses = 1 minute 30 seconds.
4 presses = 2 minutes.
DPSS
Number
DPSS Signals
RECORDING 1
RECORDING 2
-1
Current tape position
RECORDING 3
+1
RECORDING 4
+2
+3
Fast ForwardRewind
RECORDING 5
4. To cancel the search before it has finished, press STOP ( ) or PLAY/X2 ( ) .
NOTES:
• Recordings must be longer than 3 minutes.
• The starting point of playback may vary.
• This feature will only work with video tapes recorded on a VCR with the DPSS feature.
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ADVANCED OPERATION
INPUT SELECT
CHANNEL
AM/PM
REW FF
PLAY / X2
7809
RECORDING FROM OTHER EQUIPMENT
You can record video and audio signals from various external sources, such as a camcorder,
onto a video tape using your VCR.
For example, recording from a camcorder connected to LINE 1 IN/OUT on your VCR:
Mono/Stereo Camcorder
Optional Scart connection (not supplied)
1.
Connect your signal source (eg. Camcorder,
Digital Camera etc) to the desired scart socket
on the back of the VCR using the manufacturers
recommended cable (not supplied).
Ensure that the tape on which you wish to record
2.
is inserted into the VCR.
3.
Press
INPUT SELECT
until the VCR display shows
on the remote control
L1
.
Input Select
➘
4.
Press
REC
to start recording.
OTHER CONNECTIONS POSSIBLE!
• If you wish to record from a source connected
with audio phono leads to the sockets on the
front of the VCR, select
Press
to start recording.
REC
L2
.
NOTE:
• There are many different ways of connecting external equipment to your VCR. Please
refer to your equipment operation manuals for further information.
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SPECIAL FEATURES ON YOUR VCR
CHILD LOCK
You can lock your VCR with this feature. It will work even when the VCR is in STANDBY,
preventing children from operating the VCR.
TO ENGAGE CHILD LOCK
Press and hold on the remote control for about 2 seconds.
flashes and then remains lit on the VCR display confirming that CHILD LOCK
has been activated.
Regardless of what other operating buttons are touched, the VCR will continue to operate in
its present mode. If CHILD LOCK is activated during playback, once the tape reaches its end,
the VCR will automatically rewind the tape, eject it, and turn the power off.
TO DISENGAGE CHILD LOCK
Press and hold for about 2 seconds.
starts flashing and then disappears. CHILD LOCK is disengaged.
NOTES:
• If you attempt to change modes by pressing another button while CHILD LOCK is on,
the indicator will flash on the VCR display.
• If power is interrupted for more than 60 seconds (due to power failure etc), CHILD LOCK
may disengage.
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CUSTOMISED INSTALLATION
O
SKIP
ZERO
MANUALLY TUNING A CHANNEL
• It should not be necessary to tune in a broadcast channel manually except in unusual
circumstances such as poor signal.
To manually tune in a channel follow the procedure below.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
MENU
Press
Press the [ / ] menu select buttons
to select SET UP. Press
CHANNEL PRESET
highlighted. Press
Press [ / ] to select
.
to confirm.
SET
will be
.
SET
CHANNEL
.
VC-M313LM only
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Press to select CH or CC. This will
determine whether off air (CH) or cable
(CC) is tuned first. Note that both off air
and cable will be tuned regardless of the
setting.
[/]
Press
direction. Tuning will stop when a channel
is received. If it is not the desired channel,
press
[/]
Press [ / ] to select
TUNING
the sharpest colour picture is obtained.
to start tuning in either
to continue tuning.
FINE
. Press and hold
[/]
until
IMPORTANT NOTE:
If you connect an independent decoder,
you must press [ / ] to select
SKIP
.
to turn
.
DECODER, then select
the decoder function ON.
Press [ / ] to select
The SKIP function determines whether the
channel can be selected when using the
CHANNEL
/ instead of the
[/]
NUMBER BUTTONS
Press
[/]
this option.
SET
Press
MENU
Press
to select ON or OFF for
to confirm.
to leave this function.
➔
CHANNEL PRESET
CHANNEL SORT
CLOCK
PRESET 1
CHANNEL CH2 1
FINE TUNING
SKIP ON OFF
CABLE RECEPTION
VC-M313LM only
AUDI
OUT
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Real
Channel
Numbers
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
SEARCH
BACK
CLEAR
MODE OSD
DISPLAY
Station
Signals VHF
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
J
Remote Control
TIMER
ON/OFF
MENU SET
PLUSCODE
▲
▲
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CUSTOMISED INSTALLATION
O
SKIP
ZERO
MANUALLY SORTING CHANNELS
SORTING THE CHANNELS INTO YOUR PREFERRED ORDER
Press MENU.
1.
2. Press the [ / ] menu select buttons to
select SET UP. Press
SET to confirm.
3. Press [ / ] to select CHANNEL SORT. Press
SET to confirm.
4. The MOVE position will be highlighted. Press
SET to confirm.
5. Press [ / / /] to highlight the
channel to be moved. Press
SET to confirm.
6. Press [ / / /] to highlight the new
position for the channel. Press
SET to confirm.
7. If any more channels are to be moved, repeat
procedure from step 5.
8. When all the channels are in your preferred
order, press
function.
MENU to leave the MENU
MODE
SET UP
5.
6.
MENU SCREEN2.
1CH21 7 13
2CH32 8 14
3CH43 9 15
4CH54 10 16
5CH 6 5 11 17
61218
1CH 6 5 713
2CH21 8 14
3CH32 9 15
4CH43 1 0 1 6
5CH54 1 1 1 7
61218
MOVE 1/5
MOVE 1/5
TIMER
AUDI
ON/OFF
OUT
SEARCH
BACK
MENU SET
PLUSCODE
Remote Control
CLEAR
MODE OSD
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DISPLAY
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CUSTOMISED INSTALLATION
O
SKIP
ZERO
MANUALLY SETTING THE CLOCK
This procedure will allow you to set the clock manually.
1. Press MENU.
2. Press the [ / ] menu select buttons to
select SET UP. Press
SET to confirm.
CHANNEL PRESET
CHANNEL SORT
CLOCK
SET UP
3. Press [ / ] to select CLOCK. Press SET to
confirm.
4. Press [ / ] to select either 12 or 24 hour
clock.
OP : SELECT MN : CHANGE
SET : ENTER MENU:EX I T
CLOCK
MODE T I ME DATE YEAR
24H 0:00 01/04 00
5. Press [/] to select TIME. Enter the time
using the
[ / ]. If the minutes or hours are less than
10, enter the leading 0. If using the 12 hour clock
enter AM or PM by pressing on the remote
control.
NUMBER BUTTONS or
MODE : 2 4H / 12H
OP : SELECT MN : CHANGE
SET : ENTER MENU:EX I T
6. Press [/] to select DATE. Enter the date
using the
[ / ]. For example, for 1st April
enter
7. Press [/] to select YEAR. Enter the last two
digits of the year using the
BUTTONS or [ / ]. For example, for
2000 enter
NUMBER BUTTONS or the
01 04.
NUMBER
00. For the year 2001 enter 01.
Menu select buttons
TIMER
AUDI
ON/OFF
OUT
MENU SET
➘
PLUSCODE
231
47586
Remote Control
NOTE:
• You will need to update the clock for Winter/Summer daylight saving.
SEARCH
9
BACK
CLEAR
MODE OSD
DISPLAY
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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
D
NOTE:
• Some models do not have all the features shown, therefore, they will not appear on the
display.
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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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MORE INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR VCR
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.
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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
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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
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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.
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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.
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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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