Sharp VCMH722HM User Manual

●VPS/PDC

●AUTO SORTING & CLOCK SET

●NICAM/HIFI STEREO

●LOW POWER FEATURE

● CHILD LOCK

●SHARP SUPER PICTURE

●POST CODE SECURITY

●NTSC SIMPLE PLAYBACK

VC-MH722HM

VC-MH722LM

VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER

OPERATION MANUAL

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SAFETY WARNINGS

Observe all warnings for your safety and to ensure trouble free use of your VCR.

INFORMATION

Additional information complements instructions.

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.

● 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.

THIS MANUAL COVERS A RANGE OF MODELS. ALL OF THE FEATURES MENTIONED MAY NOT NECESSARILY APPLY TO YOUR VCR.

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3.CHILD LOCK

15. VOLUME

MENU SET

CLEAR

DISPLAY

STANDBY

DPSS

INPUT SELECT

CHANNEL

VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER

SLOW

SV/V+

/TIMER

MODE OSD

INPUT

SELECT

OPERATE VOL

VOL

TIMER

ON/OFF

AUDIO

OUT

SKIP

ZERO BACK

TAPE

SPEED

TV/VCR

REC

PAUSE/STILL

REW FF

PLAY / X2

STOP

231

AM/PM

21. MODE ON SCREEN DISPLAY

23. CHANNEL

19. MENU SELECT

27 PAUSE/STILL

8. AM/PM or

26. PLAY/X2

22. DISPLAY

16. ZERO BACK

5.AUDIO OUT

9. REWIND 25. FAST FORWARD

11.STOP

12. TAPE SPEED (SP/LP)

13. SLOW

28. DPSS

SLOW SPEED

2. INPUT SELECT

6. MENU

18. SET

20. CLEAR

10. RECORD

17. SKIP SEARCH

14. BASIC SHARP TV

CONTROLS

1. STANDBY

4. TIMER ON/OFF

7. SV/V+/TIMER

24. INPUT SELECT

29. TV/VCR

VCR REMOTE CONTROL

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:

FUNCTION

OSD

Moving UP/DOWN menu Moving LEFT/RIGHT menu

OPERATION WITH REMOTE

CONTROL

[]buttons [ ] buttons

OPERATION WITH VCR

FRONT PANEL

CHANNEL buttons. Rotate the shuttle dial COUNTER CLOCKWISE/CLOCKWISE

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SHARP ELECTRONICS (U.K.) Ltd.

TINS-3563UMZZ

Printed in U.K.

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.

● 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.

● Please note that for repairs during the guarantee period, you will need to produce

proof of purchase.

● SCART leads can be obtained from the SHARP Parts Centre: Willow Vale Electronics

Limited Tel. Manchester 0161 682 1415/ Reading 01189 876444. Most credit/debit cards accepted.

SHARP Customer Helpline: Tel: 0990 274277

CALLING FOR SERVICE

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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 .........................................................................8

How to playback a video tape....................................................................................................8

Immediate recording................................................................................................................... 11

How to use to make a recording ...........................................................................12

How to set a delayed recording ................................................................................................14

ADVANCED OPERATION

Audio and your VCR.................................................................................................................... 17

Playback of a video tape...........................................................................................................19

Digital display................................................................................................................................ 20

Blue mute ......................................................................................................................................21

Colour ............................................................................................................................................21

Searching the video tape...........................................................................................................22

Digital programme search system (DPSS) .................................................................................23

Recording from other equipment..............................................................................................24

Decoder switching operation.....................................................................................................25

SPECIAL FEATURES ON YOUR VCR

Post code security........................................................................................................................26

Low power feature.......................................................................................................................27

Child lock.......................................................................................................................................27

CUSTOMISED INSTALLATION

Manually tuning a channel.........................................................................................................28

Manually sorting channels...........................................................................................................29

Manually setting the clock..........................................................................................................32

MORE INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR VCR

VCR digital display .......................................................................................................................33

Selecting the output from the VCR............................................................................................33

On-screen display.........................................................................................................................34

Specifications................................................................................................................................35

Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................36

VCR reset.......................................................................................................................................37

Guarantee ....................................................................................................................................38

Connecting to the mains ............................................................................................................39

Calling for Service.........................................................................................................Back Cover

Pausing and slow motion........................................................................................ 9

Fast forwarding/rewinding a video tape............................................................ 10

Checking, changing and cancelling a recording............................................16

Checking the amount of tape remaining..........................................................19

Playing back a video tape repeatedly..............................................................19

Skip searching the video tape.............................................................................22

Sorting the channels into your preferred order..................................................29

Deleting channels..................................................................................................30

Re-naming channels............................................................................................. 31

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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.

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.

If problems persist contact the SHARP Customer 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)..

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

• Remove the batteries and keep in a safe place if you do not plan to use

• Remove and dispose of flat batteries safely and promptly.

• Incorrect use of batteries may cause them to leak or burst.

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.

fails.

the VCR for several months.

(TYPE AA/R6/UM3) BATTERIES (X2)

for the remote control unit.

RF CONNECTION CABLE

connects the VCR to the TV.

If problems persist contact the SHARP Customer Helpline on tel: 0990-274277

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INSTALLING YOUR VCR

CONNECTING THE CABLES

Connect your existing aerial

cable to the socket on your VCR.

DECODER UNIT OR SATELLITE SYSTEM

ANTENNA IN

AERIAL OR CATV CABLE

Connect your TV to the VCR

using the 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.

Connect the VCR

to the mains.

RF OUT

AERIAL

socket to

socket.

SCART (not supplied). If you

socket on the VCR.

Optional:

Satellite receiver or decoder to the VCR using a scart lead to

LINE 2 IN/DECODER

socket on the VCR.

BACK OF TELEVISION

Connect your

✔

The VCR is correctly connected.

If problems persist contact the SHARP Customer Helpline on tel: 0990-274277

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INSTALLING YOUR VCR

TUNING THE TV INTO THE VCR

IMPORTANT NOTE: If is illuminated on the VCR display, the VCR is in STANDBY mode. If not the VCR is in LOW POWER mode. To change between LOW POWER and STANDBY mode press the STANDBY button.

Ensure your VCR is still in the STANDBY mode (not low power).

Switch on the TV.

Press and hold the

for 3 seconds, (The VCR is now tuning itself in). The VCR will search and display an ideal RF channel. (Wait for the flashing channel number to appear in the VCR display.)

Select an unused preset channel on your TV

for your VCR (there may be a dedicated video preset channel refer to your TV operation manual).

Tune the selected preset channel on your TV

(refer to your TV manual) until the menu screen appears. Store this as your VCR preset channel.

SET

Press

place the VCR back into STANDBY.

to store the RF channel and to

button on the VCR

Example:

preset 1 = BBC1 preset 2 = BBC2 preset 3 = ITV preset 4 = Channel 4 preset 5 = Channel 5 preset ? = VCR

MENU SCREEN

TIMER

MODE SET UP

MN : SELECT SET :ENTER MENU :EXI T

NOTE:

• If you have a preferred channel, the RF channel can be set manually (21-69) after Step 3 using [ / ] keys.

If problems persist contact the SHARP Customer Helpline on tel: 0990-274277

The TV is tuned to the VCR.

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INSTALLING YOUR VCR

AUTO INSTALLATION

These models automatically tune the TV channels for your area, then using Teletext information sort the TV channels into a standard order and set the clock.

Turn the TV on and select the video channel . (As previously explained).

Press

Step through the on screen instructions by

pressing the a few minutes).

to switch on the VCR.

STOP

button. (Auto tune may take

SET

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 .

SET : ENTER MENU:EX I T

Press the SET button.

AUTOMATIC SORTING. PL EASE WA I T .

SET : ENTER MENU:EX I T

1CH22

See next page to continue

If problems persist contact the SHARP Customer Helpline on tel: 0990-274277

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INSTALLING YOUR VCR

AUTO INSTALLATION

On completion, the showing the standard channel order.

Press

the channel order, if not and you wish to change the order refer to

SORTING CHANNELS

If the clock is not automatically set, the clock screen will appear, refer to

MOVE MENU

to exit if you are happy with

MANUALLY

MANUALLY SETTING THE CLOCK

for help on setting the time and date.

will appear

1BBC1 7 13 2BBC2 8 14 3ITV 9 15 4CH4 10 16 5CH5 11 17

61218 S ELECTED : BBC1

MN OP :SELECTED

SET : ENTER MENU:EX I T

MOVE 1/5

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 Customer Helpline on tel: 0990-274277

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VCR RESET

at the back

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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

PLAYBACK

Switch on your TV and select the video channel. 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.

To start playback, press

().

If problems persist contact the SHARP Customer Helpline on tel: 0990-274277

PLAY/

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.

• For double speed playback (without sound), press

• To revert to normal playback, press

• To stop the video tape, press

• To eject the tape press

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)

CHANNEL and buttons together to start Auto Tracking.

SHARP SUPER PICTURE on or off press SUPER P. on the

PLAY/X2 ( ) again.

STOP ().

EJECT on the VCR.

PAUSING AND SLOW MOTION

Press PLAY/X2 ( ) to start the video tape playing.

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.

CHANNEL or during slow

NOTES:

• 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 Customer Helpline on tel: 0990-274277

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