•... 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.
TV OPERATE
your remote
control refer
to page (ii)..
TV/ VCR
CHANNEL
REMOTE
CONTROL
For a more
detailed
picture of
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
Battery cover
(TYPE AA/R6/UM3)
BATTERIES (X2)
for the remote control unit.
RF CONNECTION CABLE
connects the VCR to the TV.
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.
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.
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INSTALLING YOUR VCR
CONNECTING THE VCR TO THE TV, AERIAL AND
SATELLITE RECEIVER
AERIAL OR
CATV CABLE
3
Connect the VCR to the
mains
Optional:
Satellite receiver or decoder to
the VCR using a scart lead to
LINE 2 IN/DECODER
socket on the VCR.
Connect your
DECODER UNIT
OR SATELLITE SYSTEM
Connect your existing aerial
cable to the ANTENNA IN socket
on your VCR.
ANTENNA IN
G
S-VIDEO OUT
SORTIE SON S-VIDEO
D
Connect your TV
to the VCR using
the supplied RF
connection cable,
i.e. connect the
VCR
socket to the TV
AERIAL IN
socket.
Optional
have a scart lead connect it to your TV and
LINE 1 IN/OUT socket on the VCR.
- The advantage of a Scart connection is
improved picture and sound quality during
playback.
ENTREE ANTENNE
RF OUT
SORTIE ANTENNE
2
RF OUT
SCART (not supplied). If you
1
BACK OF
TELEVISION
•Do not connect a SCART lead if you wish to tune the VCR RF channel, depending on your
TV.
•To obtain stereo sound output, connect your stereo TV to the AUDIO OUT terminals using
audio phono leads or to the LINE 1 IN/OUT terminal using SCART leads as shown.
•Sound from RF OUT terminal is MONO only.
•If your TV has more than 1 SCART socket, refer to your TV operation manual for correct
SCART connection to the VCR.
•For NEXTVIEW LINK operation, a fully wired scart cable must be used.
✔
The VCR is correctly connected
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INSTALLING YOUR VCR
ALTERNATIVE CONNECTION
S-VIDEO
The conventional input and output sockets of a VCR are the luminance signal (Y) and the
colour signal (C) combined, which are recorded on the video tape. The S-Video Socket allows
separate transmission of signals to enhance picture clarity.
BACK OF
TELEVISION
AMPLIFIER
+
AUDIO CABLE
AUDIO CABLE
(ALTERNATIVE)
S-VIDEO CABLE
RF CABLE
AERIAL OR
CATV
CABLE
MAINS
CABLE
ANTENNA IN
G
S-VIDEO OUT
SORTIE SON S-VIDEO
D
ENTREE ANTENNE
RF OUT
SORTIE ANTENNE
The Audio out sockets on the VCR must be connected to either the TV or a separate amplifier
when using the S-Video connection for Audio to be heard.
✔
The VCR is correctly connected
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INSTALLING YOUR VCR
AUTO INSTALLATION
SATELLITE RECEIVER / CABLE BOX CONTROL
If you have a satellite receiver or cable box connected to your VCR you can automatically
install the satellite channels using this feature. The installation procedure for cable boxes is the
same as for satellite receivers (for cable box connections refer to your cable box manual).
Follow steps 1-4 below before INSTALLATION PROCEDURE:
1.
Connect your satellite receiver to the VCR as previously shown.
2.
Place the satellite receiver near the VCR (ideally on the top). This ensures that the
reflected infrared signals from the VCR which control the satellite receiver can reach it
unimpeded.
3.
Ensure all the channels you wish to be tuned are within channel positions 1-99 on your
satellite receiver as the VCR will only tune the first 99 channels - refer to your satellite
receiver operation manual for instructions on moving channels.
4.
Ensure the receiver is not in any special mode.
• The satellite channels can now be tuned in as part of the auto-installation procedure.
You will be prompted for further information from the on-screen displays.
• SHARP cannot guarantee this feature will work with all satellite receivers and cable
boxes.
• See the list of satellite receiver manufacturers codes at the end of this manual.
All information relevant to satellite receiver control will display this symbol.
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INSTALLING YOUR VCR
AUTO INSTALLATION
PROCEDURE
This model automatically tunes the TV channels for your area, then using Teletext information
sorts the TV channels into a standard order and sets the clock. If the VCR has not previously
been tuned-in, instructions will be given on screen to guide you through this procedure.
1.
Ensure your VCR is still in the STANDBY mode.
Switch on the TV. Select an unused
2.
channel on your TV for your VCR (there
may be a dedicated video channel refer
to your TV operation manual).
Example:
Press
3.
display the ideal RF channel.
•
If you are connected via a scart lead, go to step 5.
. The VCR will search and
STOP
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.
VCR
Tune the selected channel on your TV
4.
(refer to your TV manual) until the menu
screen appears.
5.
SET
Press
and continue with the installation.
to store the RF channel setting
AUTO I NSTALLATI ON
PRESS SET KEY TO START .
AUTOMAT ISCHE EI NSTELLUNG
ZUM BEGINN,DIE SET-TASTE
DRÜCKEN .
SE T : E I NGABE MENU : ENDE
Blue
background
with
White Text
NOTE:
•If you have a preferred channel, the RF channel can be set manually (21-69) after
Step 3 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 at Point 3 by pressing the
continue with the installation. This will help minimise interference.
The TV is tuned to the VCR.
✔
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CLEAR
button then
INSTALLLING YOUR VCR
AUTO INSTALLATION
Press [ / ] to select your language
6.
and press
7.
Press [ / ] to select your country
and press
8.
Ensure your AERIAL/SCART cable is
connected to your VCR and then press
to confirm
SET
SAT CONTROL will be highlighted.
9.
•If you do have a satellite receiver
connected to the VCR continue from
point
10
•If you
The VCR will attempt to copy the TV preset list (NexTView compatible TV’s only). During the
copying process the display will show the TV presets that are being copied. If the VCR is
unable to copy the TV preset list the terrestrial channels will be automatically installed. (Auto
install may take a few minutes.)
On completion the MOVE menu will appear showing the preset channel order. By pressing the
do not
connected to the VCR leave SAT
CONTROL set to OFF and press
Mode OSD
channels your VCR has tuned in. Press
displayed on your TV screen for approximately
the clock screen will appear, refer to
If you wish to customise the channel order refer to
to confirm.
SET
9.
SET
to confirm.
SAT RECE I VER
SAT CONTROL ON OFF
➔ INPUT RFIN L2
SAT NO. 001
PLEASE CONNECT-----
SATL2 VCR
-----------
.
have a satellite receiver
SET
.
button, the VCR will change to a blue background. This may help you see which
MENU
:SELECT
SET :ENTER MENU : EX I T
to exit. The correct Time and Date should be
2
seconds. If the clock is not automatically set,
MANUALLY SETTING THE CLOCK
: CHANGE
.
MANUALLY SORTING CHANNELS
.
All the programmes should now be correctly tuned in and the clock
set.
Points 10-15. (Satellite/Cable Box Control only)
Select Channel 1 on your satellite receiver.
10.
11.
Press [/], to set SAT CONTROL to ON.
12.
Press [/], to select INPUT. L2 will be highlighted.
If the VCR is not connected to the satellite receiver as shown previously:
i.
Your satellite receiver should be connected to the Antenna (RF in on the back of the VCR)
select RF IN using [/] You will need to tune the VCR into the Satellite receiver.
Press [/] to select CHANNEL.
ii.
iii.
Press []. The current channel will be displayed as a background to the on-screen
display. If this is not a satellite channel press [] again. Continue until you see a satellite
channel. By pressing the
This may help you see which channel your VCR has tuned in.
Mode OSD
button, the VCR will change to a blue background.
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INSTALLING YOUR VCR
AUTO INSTALLATION
13.
Press [/] to select SAT NO. Turn to the table at the end of this manual. Look for
the make of your satellite receiver and use the
code number listed. For example number 8 should be entered 0 0 8. Your satellite should
now change to preset channel 12.
14.
If your satellite receiver has changed to preset channel 12, press
will automatically install both satellite and terrestrial channels. (This may take a few
minutes).
15.
The VCR will attempt to copy the TV preset list (NexTView compatible TV’s only). During
the copying process the display will show the TV presets that are being copied. If the VCR
is unable to copy the TV preset list the terrestrial and satellite channels will be
automatically installed. (Auto install may take a few minutes.)
On completion the MOVE menu will appear showing the preset channel order. By
pressing the
help you see which channels your VCR has tuned in. Press
Time and Date should be displayed on your TV screen for approximately 2 seconds. If the
clock is not automatically set, the clock screen will appear, refer to
Mode OSD
SETTING THE CLOCK
If you wish to customise the channel order refer to
CHANNELS
.
button, the VCR will change to a blue background. This may
.
NOTES:
• If your satellite receiver has not changed to preset channel 12 enter the next code
number on the list. Continue until the receiver shows preset channel 12, then continue
from point 14.
• If your satellite receiver is not listed at the end of this manual or after entering all the
numbers listed for your receiver, the satellite receiver preset channel has still not changed
to 12, enter
12. If it has, continue from point 14. If not, press to select
until your receiver changes to preset 12, then continue from point 14.
• If there is still no response from your satellite receiver, try adjusting its position to improve
the Infra Red VCR to satellite receiver reception.
• Auto-installation will stop when the satellite receiver reaches preset channel 99, or when
all the 99 VCR preset channels have been used.
•The VCR will place all found terrestrial channels starting at preset 1, then all satellite
channels from the first available preset channel after the terrestrial channels.
0 0 1
, and look to see if the satellite receiver has changed to preset channel
NUMBER BUTTONS
to confirm the VCR
SET
MENU
to exit. The correct
MANUALLY
MANUALLY SORTING
0 0 2
and re-check. Continue
to enter the first
All the programmes should now be correctly tuned in and the clock
set.
If you replace your satellite receiver, you will need to follow the complete autoinstallation procedure to tune your VCR to the satellite receiver. This is because your
new satellite receiver will not over-write the previous satellite channels in your VCR.
If you connect a satellite receiver to the VCR for the first time, after auto-installation, see
SATELLITE RECEIVER / CABLE BOX INSTALLATION
GB-9
.
BASIC OPERATION
SCART LEAD CONNECTION (NOT SUPPLIED)
A scart lead can be connected at any time. It is recommended to connect your TV and VCR
in this way as it will provide improved picture and sound quality. Please refer to the connection
diagram on page 4.
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 for VHS and S-VHS ET recording and
playback.
•Use video tapes with the for Super VHS recordings and playback.
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
Switch on your TV and select the video channel.
1.
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.
SHARP SUPER PICTURE should enhance the picture quality during playback. It is normally set
to ON. To turn
SHARP SUPER PICTURE on or off press SUPER P. on the VCR front panel.
3D-DIGITAL NOISE REDUCTION (DNR)/TIME BASE CORRECTION (TBC)
3D-DNR will reduce the black, white and colour noise, enhancing the picture quality. TheTBC
will reduce jitter and fluctuation. Both functions are linked together and only work during
playback. Select ON or OFF by pressing the
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
•Press
CHANNEL or to position picture interference off the TV screen. (Manual
Tracking)
CHANNEL and buttons together to start Auto Tracking.
PLAY/X2 () again.
STOP ().
3D-DNR/TBC button on the front of the VCR .
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.
CHANNEL or during slow
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.
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BASIC OPERATION
HOW TO PLAYBACK A VIDEO TAPE
FAST FORWARDING/REWINDING A VIDEO TAPE
Press
1.
Press
2.
front panel.
To stop fast forward/rewind, press
3.
() to stop the video tape.
STOP
FAST FORWARD
()/
REWIND
STOP
() on the remote control or on the VCR
().
FORWARD/REVERSE VISUAL SEARCH
During playback for continuous search mode, press
1.
REWIND
To decrease the speed, press
2.
remote control or VCR front panel again.
3.
Press
() on the remote control, or on the VCR front panel.
FAST FORWARD
PLAY/X2
() to resume playback.
FAST FORWARD
() /
REWIND
()/
() on the
NOTE:
•There will be picture interference and possibly a change to black and white picture
using Visual Fast Forward/Rewind functions.
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
CHANNEL
AM/PM
then press 2 4.
[or].
AM/PM
.
TAPE SPEED SELECTION
Your VCR has three tape speeds: SP (Standard
Play), LP (Long Play) and EP (Extended Play). Press
the
TAPE SPEED
to select the desired setting.
button on the remote control
Cassette
Length
E-240 In Minutes
SP240
Recording
Time
LP480
It is recommended that EP recordings are only
played back on the VCR on which they were
originally recorded.
Please refer to the Troubleshooting section of this manual for a more detailed explanation of
VHS/S-VHS cassettes and formats.
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EP720
BASIC OPERATION
IMMEDIATE RECORDING
S-VHS ET (EXPANSION TECHNOLOGY)
By selecting this function, your VCR will record a virtual S-VHS recording on a standard VHS
tape. This will help increase picture quality. This function will only work when S-VHS in the Mode
Menu is selected to Auto and the VCR is in SP mode.
EET
T
•High Grade tapes are highly recommended for Super VHS
•It is recommended that you mark your cassette with Super VHS
recorded in the Super VHS
You can record the channel you are watching or a different channel.
EET
T
format.
recording.
, if it has been
EET
T
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. Insert a video tape into your VCR.
2. Select the channel you wish to record on the
VCR.
3. To start recording, press REC ().
STOP 15:30
4. To specify a stop time, press REC ().
5. Each additional press of REC () will delay
the stop time by 10 minutes.
6. To stop recording at any time, press
STOP () once.
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.
GB-13
REC () the tape is record
BASIC OPERATION
DIRECT TV RECORDING
This feature can only be used with nexTView, Smart Link, Easy Link and
Megalogic compatible tv’s.
By pressing the DIRECT TV REC button on the remote control, the VCR will record the
signal currently being displayed on the TV regardless of the signal source.
This feature can be started when the VCR is in POWERSAVE/STANDBY or OPERATE mode.
•If appears on the VCR display, press
•Ensure a video tape is inserted in the VCR.
•Select either S-VHS AUTO or OFF in the Mode Menu for your preferred recording format.
TIMER ON/OFF before starting.
1. To start the recording, press and hold DIRECT TV REC for 2 seconds.
2. To pause during recording, press PAUSE ().
3. To continue recording, press REC ().
4. To stop recording, press STOP ().
NOTES:
•A fully wired scart must be used for DIRECT TV RECORD operation.
•If DIRECT TV RECORD could not start, the TV should indicate the reason why.
(Refer to the TV operation manual).
TIMER RECORDING
It is possible to program the VCR using three different methods :-
1. NexTView
2. Showview
3. Manually (DELAYED RECORDING)
HOW TO USE NexTView TO MAKE A RECORDING
•If appears on the VCR display, press TIMER ON/OFF before starting.
•Check that the clock is displaying the correct time.
•Select either S-VHS AUTO or OFF in the Mode Menu for your preferred recording format.
Some broadcasts transmit an Electronic Program Guide (EPG) in which case, using the TV con-
trols, the program you wish to record can be selected and used to program the VCR automatically. This feature is compatible with NexTView TV’s. Refer to your TV operation manual for
further information. After transfer of the timer information to the VCR, the timer menu will be displayed for approximately 5 seconds, after which press
VCR in STANDBY mode.
will be shown on the display.
NOTES:
•The timer menu will not be displayed if this procedure is carried out while the VCR is in
STANDBY mode.
•VPS/PDC is a signal broadcast by some TV stations which adjusts the start and stop time
of your VCR recording. This ensures that if there is a change in broadcast time for your
programme the VCR will still record the whole programme. It is essential that the start
time as it appears in the TV listing is used to program the VCR, as this information is used
to identify the VPS/PDC signal corresponding to your programme.
•If flashes a video tape has not been inserted into the VCR.
•During recording, press STOP
ings to be made, the VCR will return to TIMER STANDBY.
() to cancel the recording. If there are further record-
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TIMER ON/OFF
once to place the
BASIC OPERATION
HOW TO USE TO MAKE A RECORDING
•If appears on the VCR display, press
•Check that the clock is displaying the correct time.
•Select either S-VHS AUTO or OFF in the Mode Menu for your preferred recording format.
SHOWVIEW allows you to program the VCR to
record up to eight programmes using the
SHOWVIEW numbers published in TV listings...
SHOWVIEW
Press
1.
2.
Enter the SHOWVIEW number from the TV
listing using the
on the remote control
NUMBER BUTTONS
TIMER ON/OFF
SHOWVIEW NO.-
→
ONCE WE E K L YDA I L Y
.
before starting.
NOTE:
•An ERROR message will appear if you have entered a number that is not a current
SHOWVIEW number. If this happens press
and enter the correct SHOWVIEW number
3.
Press [/] to select ONCE, WEEKLY, DAILY
4.
If you want to make additional recordings at the same time each day or week, then use
[/] to select the WEEKLY, or DAILY option as appropriate.
5.
Press
to confirm..
SET
CLEAR
to delete the numbers as required
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 SHOWVIEW menu, and re-enter the correct SHOWVIEW number
The first time that you use SHOWVIEW to make a
recording on each channel Preset, (PR) may be
highlighted on the menu.
Enter the channel you wish to record using
6.
the
NUMBER BUTTONS
you wish to record channel 2 press
VCR will remember this for the future.
, for example if
. The
0 2
DATE PR START STOP
21/06 02 12:00 13:00 SP*
--/-- -- -:-- -:-- ---
--/-- -- -:-- -:-- ---
--/-- -- -:-- -:-- ---
PR: ZDF
:SELECT : CHANGE
SET : ENTER MENU : EX I T
NOTES:
You may also access the SHOWVIEW menu by the following procedure:
Press
MENU
i.
ii.
The SHOWVIEW option will be highlighted. Press
Continue from step 2 above.
.
SET
to confirm.
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