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.
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 (UK) Ltd.
●
®
and PlusCode®are registered trademarks of Gemstar Development
Corporation.
● system is manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation.
● NEXTVIEW
TM
If you require any advice or assistance regarding your Sharp
product, please visit our web-site www.sharp.co.uk/support.
Customers without Internet access may telephone
08705 274277 during office hours (or (01)676 0648 if
telephoning from Ireland).
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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
On-Screen Display
Moving UP/DOWN menu
Moving LEFT/RIGHT menu
OPERATION WITH REMOTE
CONTROL
[ / ] Menu Select buttons
[ / ] Menu Select buttons
OPERATION WITH VCR
FRONT PANEL
CHANNEL / buttons.
Press the FF or REW buttons
on the front of the VCR.
/
(ii)
4. EJECT
17. TIMER ON/OFF
231
4
7
5
8
0
6
9
24. ZERO BACK
27. CHILD LOCK
22. MENU SELECT
/ / /
31. PAUSE/STILL
9. AM/PM or
30. PLAY/X2
25. SKIP SEARCH
18. MODE ON-SCREEN
DISPLAY
6. MENU
10. REWIND
29. FAST FORWARD
13.SLOW
14. TAPE SPEED
32. DPSS
SLOW SPEED
/
+
3. AUDIO OUT
8. NUMBER
BUTTONS
21. SET
23. CLEAR
11. STOP
(The STOP button is
also used to switch on the VCR.)
20. CHANNEL
2. STANDBY
5. VOLUME
/
+
7. PLUSCODE
28. INPUT SELECT
33. TV/VCR
/
16. TV1. VCR
12. RECORD
15. DIRECT TV
RECORD
19. DISPLAY
26. SHARP SUPER PICTURE
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SHARP ELECTRONICS (U.K.) Ltd.
TINS-3987UMZZ
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.
CALLING FOR SERVICE
SHARP Customer Helpline: Tel: 08705 274277 during office hours
(or (01) 676 0648 if telephoning from Ireland)
● 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. 0121 766 5414. Most credit/debit cards accepted.
Alternatively, please visit our web-site:
www.sharp.co.uk/support
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in making this paper comes
from sustainable forests
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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
Installation of a satellite receiver/cable box ..................................................................................... 5
Auto Tuning ............................................................................................................................................ 6
BASIC OPERATION
Scart lead connection (Not supplied) ..............................................................................................11
Important notes on your VCR and video tapes .............................................................................. 11
How to playback a video tape ......................................................................................................... 11
Immediate recording.......................................................................................................................... 13
Direct TV recording ............................................................................................................................. 15
How to use............ to make a recording ......................................................................................... 16
How to set a delayed recording .......................................................................................................18
ADVANCED OPERATION
Audio and your VCR ...........................................................................................................................21
Playback of a video tape ..................................................................................................................23
LCD Display ..........................................................................................................................................25
Tape counter and zero back.............................................................................................................25
Blue mute ............................................................................................................................................. 26
Colour ...................................................................................................................................................26
16:9 playback and recording ............................................................................................................26
Searching the video tape ..................................................................................................................27
Remote control operation of TV ........................................................................................................ 28
Recording from other equipment .....................................................................................................29
Decoder switching operation............................................................................................................30
SPECIAL FEATURES ON YOUR VCR
Post code security ............................................................................................................................... 31
Child lock.............................................................................................................................................. 32
CUSTOMISED INSTALLATION
Manually tuning a channel ................................................................................................................ 33
Connecting a satellite receiver/cable box to your VCR ................................................................35
Satellite receiver/cable box installation ...........................................................................................36
Manually sorting channels ................................................................................................................. 37
Manually setting the clock ................................................................................................................. 40
MORE INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR VCR
VCR display .......................................................................................................................................... 41
Selecting the output from the VCR ................................................................................................... 41
On-screen display ............................................................................................................................... 42
Manufacturers codes for satellite receivers .....................................................................................44
Specifications....................................................................................................................................... 45
Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................................... 46
VCR reset.............................................................................................................................................. 48
RF channel tuning ............................................................................................................................... 48
Guarantee ........................................................................................................................................... 49
Connecting to the mains ................................................................................................................... 50
Pausing and slow motion............................................................................................12
Fast forwarding/rewinding a video tape ..................................................................13
Tape speed selection.................................................................................................. 14
Playing back an S-VHS tape ...................................................................................... 23
Playing back an NTSC tape ....................................................................................... 23
Checking the amount of tape remaining ................................................................24
Playing back a video tape repeatedly ....................................................................24
Skip searching the video tape ...................................................................................27
Digital programme search system (DPSS).................................................................27
Sorting the channels into your preferred order ........................................................37
Deleting channels........................................................................................................ 38
Re-naming channels ...................................................................................................39
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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.
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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).
(TYPE AA/R6/UM3)
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
• 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.
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