Sharp VCR VC MH835HM User Manual

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VC-MH835HM  
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER  
OPERATION MANUAL  
GSATELLITE/CABLE BOX  
CONTROL  
GAUTO SORTING  
GAUTO CLOCK  
GNEXTVIEW LINK  
GS-VHS PLAYBACK  
G16:9 PLAYBACK/RECORDING  
GPROGRAMME DELIVERY  
CONTROL  
GNTSC SIMPLE PLAYBACK  
GSHARP SUPER PICTURE  
GCHILD LOCK  
GAUTO HEAD CLEANING  
GPOST CODE SECURITY  
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VCR REMOTE CONTROL  
1. VCR  
16. TV  
2. STANDBY  
17. TIMER ON/OFF  
3. AUDIO OUT  
18. MODE ON-SCREEN  
DISPLAY  
19. DISPLAY  
4. EJECT  
+
20. CHANNEL  
21. SET  
22. MENU SELECT  
/
5. VOLUME  
/
6. MENU  
VIDEO  
Plus+  
/
/
/
7. VIDEO Plus+  
23. CLEAR  
24. ZERO BACK  
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
8. NUMBER  
25. SKIP SEARCH  
BUTTONS  
26. SHARP SUPER PICTURE  
27. CHILD LOCK  
28. INPUT SELECT  
9. AM/PM or  
29. FAST FORWARD  
30. PLAY/X2  
10. REWIND  
11. STOP (The STOP button is  
also used to switch on the VCR.)  
12. RECORD  
31. PAUSE/STILL  
13. TAPE SPEED  
32. DPSS  
SLOW SPEED  
/
+
14. DIRECT TV  
/
RECORD  
33. TV/VCR  
15. SLOW  
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 VCR  
FRONT PANEL  
OPERATION WITH REMOTE  
CONTROL  
CHANNEL  
/
buttons.  
[
[
/
/
] Menu Select buttons  
] Menu Select buttons  
Press the FF or REW buttons  
on the front of the VCR.  
(ii)  
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CONTENTS  
BEFORE USING YOUR VCR  
Important notes on your VCR .............................................................................................................. 3  
Unpacking the accessories.................................................................................................................. 4  
INSTALLING YOUR VCR  
Connecting the cables ........................................................................................................................ 5  
Installation of a satellite receiver/cable box .....................................................................................6  
Auto Tuning ............................................................................................................................................ 7  
BASIC OPERATION  
Scart lead connection (Not supplied) ..............................................................................................12  
Important notes on your VCR and video tapes ..............................................................................12  
How to playback a video tape .........................................................................................................12  
Pausing and slow motion............................................................................................13  
Fast forwarding/rewinding a video tape..................................................................14  
Immediate recording.......................................................................................................................... 14  
Tape speed selection..................................................................................................15  
Direct TV recording ............................................................................................................................. 16  
How to use the VIDEO Plus+® system to make a recording ...........................................................17  
How to set a delayed recording .......................................................................................................19  
ADVANCED OPERATION  
Audio and your VCR ........................................................................................................................... 22  
Playback of a video tape .................................................................................................................. 24  
Playing back an S-VHS tape ......................................................................................24  
Playing back an NTSC tape .......................................................................................24  
Checking the amount of tape remaining ................................................................25  
Playing back a video tape repeatedly ....................................................................25  
LCD Display .......................................................................................................................................... 26  
Tape counter and zero back............................................................................................................. 26  
Blue mute ............................................................................................................................................. 27  
Colour ................................................................................................................................................... 27  
16:9 playback and recording ............................................................................................................ 27  
Searching the video tape .................................................................................................................. 28  
Skip searching the video tape ...................................................................................28  
Digital programme search system (DPSS).................................................................28  
Remote control operation of TV ........................................................................................................29  
Recording from other equipment .....................................................................................................30  
Decoder switching operation............................................................................................................ 31  
OTHER FEATURES ON YOUR VCR  
Post code security............................................................................................................................... 32  
Child lock.............................................................................................................................................. 33  
CUSTOMISED INSTALLATION  
Manually tuning a channel................................................................................................................ 34  
Connecting a satellite receiver/cable box to your VCR................................................................36  
Satellite receiver/cable box installation ...........................................................................................37  
Manually sorting channels ................................................................................................................. 38  
Sorting the channels into your preferred order ........................................................38  
Deleting channels........................................................................................................39  
Re-naming channels ...................................................................................................40  
Manually setting the clock ................................................................................................................. 41  
MORE INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR VCR  
VCR display.......................................................................................................................................... 42  
Selecting the output from the VCR ...................................................................................................42  
On-screen display ............................................................................................................................... 43  
Preset digital channels........................................................................................................................ 44  
Manufacturers codes for satellite receivers .....................................................................................45  
Specifications....................................................................................................................................... 46  
Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................................... 47  
VCR reset.............................................................................................................................................. 49  
RF channel tuning ............................................................................................................................... 49  
Guarantee ........................................................................................................................................... 50  
Connecting to the mains ................................................................................................................... 51  
Calling for Service .............................................................................................................. Back Cover  
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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.  
(TYPE AA/R6/UM3)  
BATTERIES (X2)  
for the remote control unit.  
REMOTE  
CONTROL  
For a more  
detailed  
picture of  
your remote  
control refer  
to page (ii).  
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.  
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.  
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INSTALLING YOUR VCR  
CONNECTING THE CABLES  
EXISTING AERIAL  
OR CATV CABLE  
Connect your existing aerial cable to  
the AERIAL IN socket on your VCR.  
1
DECODER UNIT  
OR SATELLITE SYSTEM  
AERIAL IN  
ENTREE ANTENNE  
LINE1(I)IN  
/OUT  
SON/VIDEO  
(L1/I)  
AERIAL OUT  
SORTIE ANTENNE  
LINE2(II)IN
30  
(II)  
R
D
L
G
Optional: Connect your  
Satellite receiver or decoder to  
the VCR using a scart lead to  
LINE 2 IN/DECODER  
socket on the VCR.  
SCART LEAD  
(Not Supplied)  
Connect your TV to the VCR using the supplied RF  
connection cable, i.e. connect the VCR AERIAL  
OUT socket to the TV AERIAL IN socket.  
2
AERIAL IN  
ENTREE ANTENNE  
AERIAL IN  
LINE1(I)
/OUT  
AERIAL OUT  
SORTIE ANTENNE  
LIN(II)IN/DECODER CANAL PLUS/L2(II)  
A2230  
AERIAL OUT  
R
D
L
G
RFCONNECTION  
CABLE  
Optional SCART (not supplied). If you  
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.  
BACK OF  
TELEVISION  
Connect the VCR to the mains.  
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AERIAL IN  
ENTREE ANTENNE  
AERIAL IN  
LINE
/O
EO  
AERIAL OUT  
SORTIE ANTENNE  
LINE2(II)IN/DECODE  
A2230  
R
CANAL PLUS/L2(II)  
AERIAL OUT  
R
D
L
G
RF CONNECTION  
CABLE  
SCART LEAD  
The VCR is correctly connected.  
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INSTALLING YOUR VCR  
INSTALLATION OF A SATELLITE RECEIVER/CABLE  
BOX  
If you have a satellite receiver connected to your VCR you can automatically install the  
satellite channels using the following installation procedure.  
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 continuing with the installation:  
1. Connect your satellite receiver to the VCR as previously shown.  
2. Place the satellite receiver near the VCR (ideally on the top).  
3. Ensure the receiver is not in any special mode and switched on.  
4. Ensure all the channels you wish to be tuned are within channel positions 1-199 on your  
satellite receiver (not applicable to digital). The VCR will only tune up to the first 199  
channels - refer to your satellite receiver operation manual for instructions on moving  
channels.  
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.  
All information relevant to satellite receiver control will display this symbol.  
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INSTALLING YOUR VCR  
AUTO TUNING  
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.  
2. Switch on the TV.  
3. Select the next available or unused channel on your TV, this will become the dedicated  
video channel.  
1 = BBC1  
2 = BBC2  
3 = ITV  
4 = Channel 4  
5 = Channel 5  
? = VCR  
Example of  
TV channels  
EXAMPLE  
4. Press the STOP  
button. The VCR will  
search and display an ideal RF channel.  
Wait for the flashing channel number to appear  
on the VCR display, this number will be between  
21 and 69.  
If you are connected via a scart lead, go to step 6.  
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 on page 48.  
5. Tune the selected channel on your TV.  
(Refer to your TV manual for  
TV SCREEN  
AUT O I NST AL L AT I ON  
instructions on how to tune in your TV).  
Blue  
PRESS SE T KEY TO S TART .  
background  
with  
Store this as your VCR channel.  
White Text  
SE T : ENT ER  
MENU : EX I T  
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 VCR RESET at the back of the  
book.  
SET  
6. Press the SET  
button to store the RF channel setting and continue with the  
installation.  
See next page to continue  
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INSTALLING YOUR VCR  
AUTO TUNING CONTINUED  
7. Ensure your Aerial/Scart cables are  
7.  
connected to your VCR and then  
SET  
P L EASE BE SURE THE  
AER I AL / SCART CABL E I S  
CONNECT ED TO YOUR VCR .  
press the SET  
button to confirm.  
8. SAT CONTROL will be highlighted. If  
you do not have a satellite receiver  
connected to the VCR leave SAT  
PRESS SE T TO CONT I NUE  
SE T : ENT ER  
MENU : EX I T  
CONTROL set to OFF and press the  
SET  
SET  
button.  
8.  
The VCR will attempt to copy the TV  
preset list (NexTView, Smart Link, Easy  
Link and Megalogic 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  
SAT RECE I VER  
SAT CONTROL ON  
OF F  
: CHANGE  
MENU : EX I T  
SE T : ENT ER  
1
CH 2 2  
automatically installed. (Auto install  
may take a few minutes.)  
AUTOMAT I C TUN I NG .  
P L EASE WA I T .  
PLEASE CONTINUE WITH  
YOUR INSTALLATION ON  
PAGE 10!  
MENU : EX I T  
Button positions for your reference.  
SATELLITE RECEIVER INSTALLATION  
SET  
If you do have a satellite receiver  
connected to the VCR continue  
from Point 9 on the next page.  
REMOTE CONTROL  
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IINSTALLING YOUR VCR  
AUTO INSTALLATION OF A SATELLITE RECEIVER/  
CABLE BOX  
POINTS 9-13.  
9. Select the first available channel on your  
10.  
satellite receiver.  
SAT RECE I VER  
ON  
10. Press [  
11. Press [  
/
], to set SAT CONTROL to ON.  
], to select INPUT. L2 will be  
SAT CONTROL  
OF F  
I NPUT  
RF I N L 2  
/
SAT NO .  
0 0 1  
highlighted.  
P L EASE CONNECT - - - - -  
SAT  
L 2  
VCR  
- - - - - - - - - - - ꢀ  
: SE L ECT  
If your Satellite Receiver is connected to the VCR  
via the AERIAL IN socket, follow the procedure  
below.  
į
Ĭ
: CHANGE  
MENU : EX I T  
SE T : ENT ER  
i. Your satellite receiver should be connected  
to the AERIAL IN socket on the back of the  
VCR. (Refer to CONNECTING A  
SAT RECE I VER  
SAT CONTROL  
I NPUT  
ON  
OF F  
SATELLITE RECEIVER/CABLE BOX  
TO YOUR VCR for connection diagram.)  
RF I N L 2  
CH 2 1  
CHANNE L  
SAT NO .  
0 0 1  
P L EASE CONNECT - - - - -  
ii. Select RF IN using [  
/
]. You will now  
SAT  
L 2  
VCR  
need to tune the VCR into the Satellite  
Receiver.  
- - - - - - - - - - - ꢀ  
į
Ĭ
: SE L ECT  
: CHANGE  
MENU : EX I T  
SE T : ENT ER  
iii. Press [  
/
]to select CHANNEL on the  
on-screen display.  
REMOTE CONTROL  
iv. 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 MODE  
OSD button, the VCR will change to a blue  
background. This may help you see which  
channel your VCR has tuned in.  
MENU SELECT  
BUTTONS  
See next page to continue  
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INSTALLING YOUR VCR  
AUTO INSTALLATION OF A SATELLITE RECEIVER/  
CABLE BOX CONTINUED  
12. Press[  
/
]to select SAT NO.  
Sky Digital Installation  
If you wish to install the preset Sky Digital receiver channel list, enter the code 035. While  
the arrows on the screen are moving from VCR to SAT a test signal of channel 012 is being  
sent out from the VCR. Please ensure your Sky Digi box responds to this signal (“012  
channel unavailable” will appear on the screen). A list of preset digital channels can be  
found at the back of the operation manual.  
Other Analogue Satellite Systems  
Refer to the table at the end of this manual. Look for the make of your satellite receiver  
and use the NUMBER BUTTONS to enter the first code number listed. For example  
number 8 should be entered 0 0 8. Your satellite should now change to preset channel 12.  
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 13.  
• If your satellite receiver is not in the manufacturers list or after entering all the numbers  
listed for your receiver, the receiver preset channel has still not changed to 12, enter 001  
and check your receiver. If it has not changed press  
has changed continue from point 13.  
to select 002 and re-check. If it  
• If there is still no response, try adjusting the position of your satellite receiver.  
13. Once your Satellite Receiver has responded to the  
REMOTE  
SET  
VCR press the SET  
button to continue.  
SET  
The VCR will attempt to copy the TV preset list  
(NexTView, Smart Link, Easy Link and Megalogic  
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.)  
MENU SELECT  
BUTTONS  
See next page to continue  
If you connect a Satellite Receiver to the VCR for the first time, after auto-installation  
or you are replacing your existing Satellite Receiver, you may need to perform a  
complete Auto Installation Procedure to re-tune your VCR. (Refer to SATELLITE  
RECEIVER / CABLE BOX INSTALLATION.)  
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INSTALLING YOUR VCR  
After copying the NEXTVIEW link preset list, the correct time and date should be displayed for 2  
seconds on your TV screen. Auto Installation is now complete.  
If the VCR was unable to copy this list the MOVE MENUwill appear showing all the channels  
the VCR was able to tune in. By pressing MODE OSD button, the VCR will change to a blue  
background. This may help you see which channel your VCR has tuned in. Using the  
[
/
/
/
] menu select buttons scroll through the channels to find BBC1. You may find  
some of the channels are duplicated but have more interference than others. Search for the  
best quality picture and using the procedure below, move this channel to Preset 1. Repeat  
this procedure for BBC2 - Preset 2, ITV - Preset 3, etc (if you move the Sky digital channels to  
Preset 1, 2, etc., Auto Clock will not work).  
1.  
MOVE  
1 / 5  
1. Press [  
/
/
/
] to highlight  
1 CH 5  
2 BBC 1  
3 BBC 2  
4 I T V  
5 CH 4  
6
7
1 3  
1 4  
1 5  
1 6  
1 7  
1 8  
8
9
1 0  
1 1  
1 2  
the channel to be moved.  
SET  
2. Press the SET  
button to confirm.  
CL EAR :CHANNE L SORT  
į
SE T : ENT ER  
Ĭ
ǡ
Ǡ
: SE L ECT ED  
MENU : EX I T  
3. Press [  
/
/
/
] to highlight  
3.  
MOVE  
1 / 5  
the new position for the channel.  
1 BBC 1  
2 BBC 2  
3 I T V  
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1 3  
1 4  
1 5  
1 6  
1 7  
1 8  
8
9
SET  
4. Press the SET  
button to confirm.  
4 CH 4  
1 0  
1 1  
1 2  
: CH 5  
5. If any more channels are to be  
5 CH 5  
6
moved, repeat procedure from  
SE L ECT ED  
į
SE T : ENT ER  
Ĭ
ǡ
Ǡ
: SE L ECT ED  
MENU : EX I T  
step 3.  
6. Press the  
button to exit if you are  
happy with the channel order.  
The correct 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 MANUALLY  
SETTING THE CLOCK.  
T I ME  
DAT E  
YEAR  
0 1  
1 1 : 0 3 AM 1 9 / 0 2  
SET  
MENU  
All the programmes should now  
be correctly tuned in and the  
clock set!  
If you wish to re-name, delete or change  
the channel order at a later date refer to  
MANUALLY SORTING  
CHANNELS.  
MENU SELECT  
BUTTONS  
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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.  
PAL SECAM  
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.  
PLAY / X2  
Record protection tab  
3. Press the PLAY/X2  
button to  
start playback.  
See next page to continue  
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BASIC OPERATION  
HOW TO PLAYBACK A VIDEO TAPE  
PLAY / X2  
For double speed playback (without sound), press the PLAY/X2  
button again.  
PLAY / X2  
To revert to normal playback, press the PLAY/X2  
To stop the video tape, press STOP  
To eject the tape press EJECT on the VCR.  
button again.  
.
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.  
SUPER P.  
on the VCR front panel.  
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 the VCR CHANNEL  
to position picture interference off the TV screen. (Manual  
Tracking)  
/
buttons up or down  
Press the VCR CHANNEL UP and DOWN  
buttons together to start Auto Tracking.  
/
VIDEO  
Plus+  
PAUSING AND SLOW MOTION  
1
4
2
5
3
6
PLAY / X2  
1. Press the PLAY/X2  
button to start the video tape  
playing.  
REMOTE CONTROL  
2. To pause the video tape, press PAUSE/STILL  
.
To minimise jitter whilst in pause mode press the  
VCR CHANNEL  
/
buttons up or down.  
PLAY / X2  
Press the PLAY/X2  
button to resume playback.  
3. To playback in slow motion (without sound) press the  
SLOW button 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 pressing the VCRCHANNEL  
/
buttons up or down during slow motion playback.  
PLAY / X2  
REMOTE CONTROL  
button to resume playback.  
Press the PLAY/X2  
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 the Pause and Slow functions.  
PAUSE mode will automatically disengage after about 5 minutes.  
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BASIC OPERATION  
HOW TO PLAYBACK A VIDEO TAPE  
FAST FORWARDING/REWINDING A VIDEO TAPE  
1. Press STOP  
to stop the video tape.  
FF  
REW  
2. Press the FAST FORWARD  
/REWIND  
buttons 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 to select search mode, press the  
FF  
REW  
FAST FORWARD  
or REWIND  
buttons on  
the remote control, or on the VCR front panel.  
PLAY / X2  
2. Press the PLAY/X2  
button to resume playback.  
OR  
3. To decrease the speed, during visual search mode press  
REMOTE CONTROL  
FF  
REW  
FAST FORWARD  
4. Press the PLAY/X2  
NOTE:  
or REWIND  
again.  
PLAY / X2  
button.  
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 you wish to record by using the NUMBERBUTTONSon the VCR remote  
control, or select the next/previous channel by pressing the VCR CHANNEL  
/
buttons on the remote control or on the VCR front panel.  
To change between single digit and 2-digit channel numbers, press the  
For example, for channel 24, press the button then press 2 4.  
button.  
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BASIC OPERATION  
IMMEDIATE RECORDING CONTINUED  
TAPE SPEED SELECTION  
Cassette  
Recording  
Length  
Time  
Your VCR has three tape speeds: SP (Standard Play), LP  
(Long Play) and EP (Extended Play).  
E-240  
In Minutes  
SP  
LP  
EP  
240  
480  
720  
Press the TAPE SPEED  
button on the remote  
control or on the VCR front panel to select the desired  
setting.  
It is recommended that EP recordings are only played back on the VCR on which they were  
originally recorded.  
You can record the channel you are watching or a different channel.  
1. Insert a video tape into your VCR.  
7
8
0
9
2. Select the channel you wish to record on the VCR as  
above.  
3. To start recording, press REC  
.
4. To pause during recording, press PAUSE/STILL  
.
5. To continue recording, press REC  
.
REMOTE CONTROL  
6. To stop recording, press STOP  
once.  
SIMPLE TIMED RECORDING:  
1. Press REC  
.
2. To specify a stop time, each additional press of  
STOP 15:30  
REC  
will delay the stop time by 10  
minutes.  
3. 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 REC  
the tape is record protected.  
i.e. record protection tab has been removed.  
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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 STANDBY or OPERATE mode.  
If  
appears on the VCR display, press the TIMER ON/OFF  
button before starting.  
Ensure a video tape is inserted in the VCR.  
1. To start the recording, press then release the DIRECT TV REC  
2. To pause during recording, press PAUSE/STILL  
button.  
.
3. To continue recording, press REC  
4. To stop recording, press STOP  
NOTES:  
.
once.  
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. VIDEO Plus+  
3. Manually (DELAYED RECORDING)  
HOW TO USE NexTView TO MAKE A RECORDING  
If the Timer Standby symbol  
ON/OFF button before starting.  
Check that the clock is displaying the correct time.  
appears on the VCR display, press the TIMER  
Some broadcasts transmit an Electronic Program Guide (EPG) in which case, using the TV  
controls, 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 the TIMER ON/OFF  
button  
once to place the 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 the  
symbol flashes a video tape has not been inserted into the VCR.  
button to cancel the recording. If there are  
During recording, press the STOP  
further recordings to be made, the VCR will return to Timer Standby.  
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BASIC OPERATION  
HOW TO USE THE VIDEO Plus+® SYSTEM TO MAKE A  
RECORDING  
Before you start!  
If the Timer Standby symbol  
display, press the TIMER ON/OFF  
Check that the VCR clock is displaying the correct time.  
appears on the VCR  
button to remove the  
symbol.  
The VIDEO Plus+ system allows you to program the VCR to record up to eight programmes  
using the PlusCode numbers published in TV listings (refer to your daily newspaper or TV  
magazine).  
VIDEO  
Plus+  
1. Press the VIDEO Plus+  
button on the  
remote control.  
2. Enter the PlusCode number from the TV  
P LUSCODE NO .  
-
listing using the NUMBER BUTTONS.  
ONCE  
WE E K L Y DA I L Y  
NOTE:  
An ERROR message will appear if you have entered a number that is not a current  
PlusCode number. If this happens press CLEAR  
to delete the numbers as required  
and enter the correct PlusCode number.  
3. Press the [  
/
] menu select buttons to  
select ONCE, WEEKLY, DAILY.  
MENU  
SELECT  
BUTTONS  
If you want to make additional recordings at  
the same time each day or week, then use  
VIDEO  
Plus+  
[
/
]to select the WEEKLY, or DAILY  
option as appropriate.  
1
2
3
SET  
4. Press the SET  
button to confirm.  
REMOTE CONTROL  
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 VIDEO Plus+ system menu, and re-enter the correct  
PlusCode number.  
The first time that you use the VIDEO Plus+ system  
to make a recording on each channel Preset, (PR)  
may be highlighted on the On-Screen Display.  
1 / 2  
DAT E  
PR S TART S TOP  
2 1 / 0 6 0 2 1 2 : 0 0 1 3 : 0 0 SP *  
- - / - - - -  
- - / - - - -  
- - / - - - -  
- : - -  
- : - -  
- : - -  
- : - - - - -  
- : - - - - -  
- : - - - - -  
5. Enter the channel number you wish to record  
using the NUMBER BUTTONS, for  
example if you wish to record channel 2 press  
0 2. The VCR will remember this for the future.  
PR  
: BBC 2  
: SE L ECT  
ǡ
Ǡ
į
Ĭ
: CHANGE  
SE T : ENT ER  
MENU : EX I T  
See next page to continue  
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BASIC OPERATION  
HOW TO USE THE VIDEO Plus+® SYSTEM TO MAKE A  
RECORDING  
6. If you wish to change the RECORDING  
SPEED, use the [ ]to highlight SP. Press  
] to select standard play (SP), long  
6.  
/
1 / 2  
[
/
DAT E  
PR S TART S TOP  
2 1 / 0 6 0 2 1 2 : 0 0 1 3 : 0 0 SP *  
play (LP) or extended play (EP) as required.  
- - / - - - -  
- - / - - - -  
- - / - - - -  
- : - -  
- : - -  
- : - -  
- : - - - - -  
- : - - - - -  
- : - - - - -  
7. (See NOTE below). For VPS/PDC setting use  
the[  
/
] to highlight the final column. Using  
SP / L P / E P : T APE SP E E D  
: SE L ECT : CHANGE  
SE T : ENT ER MENU : EX I T  
ǡ
Ǡ
į
Ĭ
the [  
/
] will select VPS/PDC ON or  
OFF. (= ON - = OFF).  
SET  
7.  
8. Press the SET  
button to confirm the  
1 / 2  
programme. The VIDEO Plus+ system menu will  
reappear. If you wish to enter further  
VIDEO Plus+ system recordings repeat this  
procedure.  
DAT E  
PR S TART S TOP  
2 1 / 0 6 0 2 1 2 : 0 0 1 3 : 0 0 SP -  
- - / - - - -  
- - / - - - -  
- - / - - - -  
- : - -  
- : - -  
- : - -  
- : - - - - -  
- : - - - - -  
- : - - - - -  
VPS / PDC : ON  
: SE L ECT  
SE T : ENT ER  
- : OF F  
9. When you have completed entering the timer  
ǡ
Ǡ
į
Ĭ
: CHANGE  
MENU : EX I T  
settings, press the MENU  
button to  
8.  
remove the menu from the TV screen.  
10. Ensure that the tape on which you wish to  
record is inserted into the VCR, then press the  
P LUSCODE NO .  
-
ONCE  
WE E K L Y DA I L Y  
TIMER ON/OFF  
button once to place  
the VCR in TIMER STANDBY mode.  
shown on the display.  
will be  
NOTES:  
You may also access the VIDEO Plus+ system menu by the following procedure:  
i. Press the MENU button.  
SET  
ii. The VIDEO Plus+ system option will be highlighted. Press the SET  
confirm.  
button to  
Continue from step 2 of this procedure.  
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 the  
symbol 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 STOP  
to cancel the recording. If there are further  
recordings to be made, the VCR will return to Timer Standby.  
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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 the MANUALLY SETTING THE CLOCK section of this manual.  
12-hour clock am/pm can be selected using the AM/PM  
button on the remote  
control.  
Before you start!  
If the Timer Standby symbol  
ON/OFF  
Check that the VCR clock is displaying the correct time.  
appears on the VCR display, press the TIMER  
button to remove the  
symbol.  
SETTING A RECORDING  
For example: Recording a programme on channel 3 from 21:05 to 22:30 on July 9th.  
1. Press STOP  
is switched on.  
to ensure that the VCR  
2. Press the MENU  
button.  
3. Press the[  
/
] menu select buttons to  
MENU  
SELECT  
BUTTONS  
SET  
select TIMER. Press the SET  
confirm.  
button to  
VIDEO  
Plus+  
SET  
4. Press the SET  
button again, the on-screen  
REMOTE CONTROL  
display will now show today’s date.  
If you wish to change the date use the  
]or NUMBER BUTTONS. If you  
MENU SCREEN  
3.  
[
/
MENU  
V I DEOP LUS +  
T I MER  
use the number buttons, enter two digits for  
the day, then two for the month. For example  
for July 9th, press 0 9 (9th), then 0 7 (July).  
When the correct date for your recording is  
MODE  
SE T UP  
4.  
shown, press the  
menu select button to  
1 / 2  
move to the next setting.  
DAT E  
PR S TART S TOP  
2 1 / 0 6 0 2 1 2 : 0 0 1 3 : 0 0 SP *  
5. If you want to make additional recordings at  
the same time each day or week, use the  
9 / 0 7 - -  
- - / - - - -  
- - / - - - -  
- : - -  
- : - -  
- : - -  
- : - - - - -  
- : - - - - -  
- : - - - - -  
[
/
] buttons to select D (daily) or W  
(weekly). Then press  
setting.  
to move to the next  
5.  
1 / 2  
DAT E  
PR S TART S TOP  
6. Enter the channel number using the  
]or the NUMBER BUTTONS. For  
example to record a programme on channel  
2 1 / 0 6 0 2 1 2 : 0 0 1 3 : 0 0 SP *  
9 / 0 7 D - -  
- - / - - - -  
- - / - - - -  
- : - -  
- : - -  
- : - -  
- : - - - - -  
- : - - - - -  
- : - - - - -  
[
/
3, press 0 3. Then press  
setting.  
to move to the next  
See next page to continue  
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BASIC OPERATION  
HOW TO SET A DELAYED RECORDING  
7. Enter the start time using the [  
/
] or  
7.  
DAT E  
1 / 2  
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 2 1 0 5.  
PR S TART S TOP  
2 1 / 0 6 0 2 1 2 : 0 0 1 3 : 0 0 SP *  
9 / 0 7 D 0 3 2 1 : 0 5  
- : - - SP -  
- : - - - - -  
- : - - - - -  
- - / - - - -  
- - / - - - -  
- : - -  
- : - -  
Then press  
to move to the next setting.  
8. Enter the stop time, for example for 22:30 stop,  
press 2 2 3 0.  
9.  
1 / 2  
9. If you wish to change the RECORDING  
DAT E  
PR S TART S TOP  
SPEED, use the [  
/
] to highlight SP. Press  
2 1 / 0 6 0 2 1 2 : 0 0 1 3 : 0 0 SP *  
9 / 0 7 D 0 3 2 1 : 0 5 2 2 : 3 0 L P -  
[
/
]to select standard play (SP), long  
- - / - - - -  
- - / - - - -  
- : - -  
- : - -  
- : - - - - -  
- : - - - - -  
play (LP) or extended play (EP) as required.  
10. [See note below]. For VPS/PDC setting use the  
[
/
] to highlight the final column. Using  
10.  
the [  
/
] will select VPS/PDC ON or OFF  
1 / 2  
(= ON - = OFF).  
DAT E  
PR S TART S TOP  
2 1 / 0 6 0 2 1 2 : 0 0 1 3 : 0 0 SP *  
9 / 0 7 D 0 3 2 1 : 0 5 2 2 : 3 0 L P -  
SET  
11. Press the SET  
button to confirm.  
- - / - - - -  
- - / - - - -  
- : - -  
- : - -  
- : - - - - -  
- : - - - - -  
The MENU now shows all the timer settings you  
have entered. If you wish to make additional  
timer recordings, repeat this procedure.  
12. When you have completed entering timer  
settings, press the MENU button to  
remove the menu from the TV screen.  
13. Ensure that the tape on which you wish to  
record is inserted into the VCR, then press the  
TIMER ON/OFF  
button once to place  
the VCR in TIMER STANDBY mode.  
shown on the display.  
will be  
NOTES:  
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 the  
symbol 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 STOP  
to cancel the recording. If there are further  
recordings to be made, the VCR will return to Timer Standby.  
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BASIC OPERATION  
HOW TO CHECK, CHANGE AND CANCEL A DELAYED  
RECORDING  
Before you start!  
If the Timer Standby symbol  
press the TIMER ON/OFF  
symbol.  
appears on the VCR display,  
button to remove the  
CHECKING A RECORDING  
1. Press STOP  
to switch on the VCR.  
button.  
MENU SCREEN  
2. Press the MENU  
3. Press[  
/
]to select TIMER. Press the  
T I MER  
MODE  
SE T UP  
SET  
SET  
button to confirm.  
All the delayed recordings in the VCR’s memory  
will be shown.  
4. If the settings are correct press the MENU  
į
Ĭ
: SE L ECT  
button to exit.  
SE T : ENT ER  
MENU : EX I T  
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 above.  
2. To change a delayed recording, press  
[
/
] to highlight the recording, then press  
SET  
the SET  
button to select.  
1 / 2  
DAT E  
PR S TART S TOP  
3. Press[  
/
]to highlight the setting to be  
2 1 / 0 6 0 2 1 2 : 0 0 1 3 : 0 0 SP *  
- - / - - - -  
- - / - - - -  
- - / - - - -  
- : - -  
- : - -  
- : - -  
- : - - - - -  
- : - - - - -  
- : - - - - -  
changed and correct it by using the[  
/
]
or the NUMBER BUTTONS.  
4. When all corrections are complete press the  
SET  
SET  
button to confirm, then press the  
MENU  
button to exit.  
CANCELLING A RECORDING  
1. Follow steps 1 to 3 of CHECKING A  
RECORDING above.  
2. To cancel a delayed recording, press  
1 / 2  
DAT E  
PR S TART S TOP  
[
/
]to highlight the recording to be  
2 1 / 0 6 0 2 1 2 : 0 0 1 3 : 0 0 SP *  
cancelled, then press CLEAR.  
- - / - - - -  
- - / - - - -  
- - / - - - -  
- : - -  
- : - -  
- : - -  
- : - - - - -  
- : - - - - -  
- : - - - - -  
3. Press the MENU  
button to exit.  
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  
AUDIO AND YOUR VCR  
HI-FI STEREO SOUND  
Stereo sound is possible from this VCR if you have a stereo TV connected to the VCR with a  
scart lead, or audio equipment connected with audio phono leads. The VCR is normally set  
so that stereo sound is possible. The sound output from the VCR is controlled by the  
AUDIO OUT  
button on the remote control. If you wish to change the sound output you  
can use the AUDIO OUT  
button as follows:  
Press the AUDIO OUT  
speakers. L will appear on the VCR display.  
button once. The LEFT audio channel will be sent to BOTH  
Press the AUDIO OUT  
speakers. R will appear on the VCR display.  
button again. The RIGHT audio channel will be sent to BOTH  
Press the AUDIO OUT  
speakers. L and R will not appear on the VCR display.  
button a third time and the MONO track will be sent to BOTH  
Pressing the AUDIO OUT  
button a fourth time, normal Hi-Fi stereo sound will be  
heard. L and R will appear on the VCR display.  
NICAM Hi-Fi STEREO SOUND  
Your VCR can receive and record NICAM sound. The VCR is normally set so that NICAM sound  
is possible if it is present on the receiving signal, otherwise the VCR will automatically switch to  
receive the mono signal. NICAM sound can be turned off. If you wish to do this follow the  
procedure below:  
1. Press the MENU  
button to display the  
main menu on the screen.  
N I CAM  
COLOUR  
AUTO  
AUTO  
OF F  
PAL  
2. Press the [  
/
] menu select SbEuTttons to  
select MODE then press theSET  
confirm.  
button to  
The MODE menu will be displayed with NICAM  
selected.  
3. Press [  
/
]to select OFF.  
SET  
4. Press the SET  
button to confirm and return to the main menu screen.  
button to exit to normal screen.  
5. Press the MENU  
NOTES:  
If the tape being played back does not carry sound recorded on Hi-Fi tracks, L and R  
will not appear on the display.  
lf the sound contains ‘crackling’ or ‘popping’ noises the sound quality may be  
improved by adjusting the tracking using the VCR CHANNEL  
/
buttons.  
If the poor quality is for a long period the VCR will automatically select the mono track  
and the sound will be in mono.  
NICAM sound may not be stereo.  
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ADVANCED OPERATION  
AUDIO AND YOUR VCR  
CONNECTING TO AUDIO EQUIPMENT  
The diagram below shows how to connect your VCR to audio equipment. When connected  
in this way stereo sound is possible from the speakers.  
EXISTING AERIAL  
CABLE  
BACK OF  
TELEVISION  
RF CONNECTION CABLE  
AERIAL IN  
ENTREE ANTENNE  
LINE1(I)IN  
/OUT  
SON/VIDEO  
(L1/I)  
AERIAL OUT  
SORTIE ANTENNE  
AERIAL IN  
LINE2(II)IN/DECODER CANAL PLUS/L2(II)  
A2230  
R
D
L
G
AERIAL OUT  
AUDIO OUT  
L and R  
AUDIO PHONO LEADS  
(NOT SUPPLIED)  
+
AMPLIFIER  
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ADVANCED OPERATION  
PLAYBACK OF A VIDEO TAPE  
PLAYING BACK AN S-VHS TAPE  
S-VHS (super -VHS) pre-recorded tapes give you a better quality playback picture with  
increased detail and depth.  
Your VCR will automatically recognise which type of tape is being used, VHS or S-VHS and  
playback the appropriate standard accordingly.  
NOTES:  
All of the VCR’s playback functions can be used during S-VHS playback, SLOW,  
PLAY/X2 VISUAL SEARCH, etc.  
Your VCR is S-VHS playback only, it will not record S-VHS.  
Some picture noise may be observed on the screen in Long Play (LP) mode.  
PLAYING BACK AN NTSC TAPE  
NTSC (National Television Standards Committee) is a different TV standard to PAL and is used  
in some Non-European Countries. Your VCR can playback pre-recorded NTSC tapes onto a  
PAL system TV, but cannot record an NTSC signal onto a video tape.  
Note that..  
You cannot record NTSC signals or dub NTSC tapes onto other VCR’s from this VCR.  
You cannot use Slow speed, Still frame, Double Speed, Frame Advance or Tape  
Remaining with a pre-recorded NTSC tape.  
On some televisions, the picture may appear in black and white or there may be no  
picture. This does not indicate a fault with your VCR.  
On some televisions, the picture may shrink vertically causing black bands to appear at  
the top and bottom of your screen.  
On some televisions, the played-back picture may roll vertically, this does not indicate a  
fault with your VCR.  
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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 for a few seconds and then return to its  
original position. The tape remaining will be shown on the VCR display in hours and  
minutes.  
By pressing the TAPE SPEED button on the remote control the remaining time will  
change between standard play, long play and extended play.  
For example,  
in standard play 1 hour 23 minutes is left on the tape:  
in long play 2 hours 46 minutes is left on the tape:  
in extended play 4 hours 9 minutes is left on the tape:  
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 the MENU  
main menu on the screen.  
2. Press the[ ]menu select buttons to  
select MODE.  
button to display the  
MODE MENU SCREEN  
/
BLUE MUT E  
REPEAT  
1 6 : 9  
AUTO  
ON  
ON  
OF F  
OF F  
OF F  
SET  
3. Press the SET  
button.  
4. Press [  
/
]to select REPEAT.  
į
Ĭ
: SE L ECT  
ǡ
Ǡ
: CHANGE  
SE T : ENT ER  
MENU : EX I T  
5. Press [  
/
]to select ON or OFF.  
SET  
6. Press the SET  
button to confirm and return  
to the main menu screen.  
7. Press the MENU  
button to exit to normal  
screen.  
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ADVANCED OPERATION  
LCD DISPLAY  
TIME OF DAY  
Shows current time of day, if the clock is set.  
Press the DISPLAY  
button until the time of day  
appears. For example, 21:20 appears:  
CHANNEL STATUS  
Shows the current VCR channel preset. Press the  
DISPLAY  
button until the channel number  
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.  
1. Press the DISPLAY  
button until tape  
counter appears, for example:  
2. To identify the current position on a video tape  
press the CLEAR  
button and the tape  
counter will appear:  
When you wish to return to this position on the video tape, press ZERO BACK  
button.  
The tape will rewind/advance to this point.  
NOTE:  
The tape counter will only operate on recorded sections of tape.  
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS  
The LCD display brightness can be changed to suit the ambient lighting in the room. Switch  
on the VCR (ensure the menu screen is not on) then press and hold the DISPLAY button for  
approximately 2 seconds. This will reduce the brightness of the VCR display. Repeat the  
process to change the display back to the previous setting.  
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ADVANCED OPERATION  
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 in the mode  
menu to disable this feature.  
1. Press the MENU  
main menu on the screen.  
2. Press the[ ] menu select buttons to  
select MODE.  
button to display the  
MODE MENU SCREEN  
N I CAM  
AUTO  
AUTO  
AUTO  
ON  
OF F  
PAL  
OF F  
OF F  
OF F  
/
COLOUR  
BLUE MUT E  
REPEAT  
1 6 : 9  
SET  
AUTO  
3. Press the SET  
button.  
4. Press the [  
/
] menu select buttons to  
select BLUE MUTE.  
5. Press [ ] menu select buttons to select  
AUTO or OFF.  
/
SET  
6. Press SET  
to confirm and then MENU  
VIDEO  
Plus+  
to return to the normal screen  
1
2
3
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 above.  
2. Press the [  
/
] menu select buttons to select COLOUR.  
3. Press [  
/
] menu select buttons to select AUTO or PAL.  
SET  
4. Press SET  
to confirm and then MENU  
to return to the normal screen.  
16:9 PLAYBACK AND RECORDING  
This feature allows the PLAYBACK and RECORDING of wide screen format signals (16.9) which  
should automatically change the picture size setting on a wide screen TV. To allow the  
operation of this feature, ensure 16:9 mode is set to AUTO in the MODE menu.  
A scart connection must be used between the VCR (SOCKET L1) and the TV.  
During PLAYBACK of a 16:9 encoded tape the TV should switch to (Widescreen) 16:9 mode.  
1. Follow steps 1 to 3 from BLUE MUTE above.  
2. Press [  
/
] to select 16:9.  
3. Press [  
/
] to select AUTO or OFF.  
SET  
4. Press SET  
to confirm 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:  
PLAY / X2  
1. Press PLAY/X2  
to start the video tape  
1 press = 30 seconds.  
2 presses = 1 minute.  
playing.  
3 presses = 1 minute 30 seconds.  
4 presses = 2 minutes.  
2. Press the SKIP SEARCH  
button on the  
remote control.  
The number of times you press SKIP SEARCH  
determines the forward search time.  
After searching, normal playback  
will resume automatically  
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.  
Press DPSS  
/
to locate a previous programme or the next programme.  
For example,  
1. Load the video tape into the VCR.  
2. Press DPSS three times. DPSS 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. DPSS -1 will appear on the on-screen display and the VCR will  
rewind to locate the beginning of the current recording.  
Rewind  
Fast Forward  
DPSS Signals  
DPSS  
Number  
Current tape position  
PLAY / X2  
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  
REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION OF TV  
In addition to operating the VCR the remote control will also operate basic functions on TVs,  
including brands other than SHARP.  
SETTING UP THE VCR REMOTE  
CONTROL TO OPERATE THE TV  
1. Switch on the TV.  
TV BRAND  
SHARP  
PHILIPS  
THOMSON  
GRUNDIG  
FERGUSON  
ITT NOKIA  
SONY  
BUTTON  
1
2
TV BRAND  
TOSHIBA  
PANASONIC  
HITACHI  
SANYO  
BUTTON  
9
0 or  
INPUT SELECT  
MODE OSD  
DISPLAY  
AUDIO OUT  
2. Press the TV button  
remote control to place it into TV mode.  
Hold down the STANDBY  
on the VCR  
3 or 4  
5
6
7
8
button on the VCR remote control then the  
appropriate button for the TV from the list  
shown, for 2 seconds. For example for a  
JVC  
MITSUBISHI  
SHARP TV, press  
STANDBY  
and  
1.  
3. The TV will enter standby mode to confirm  
the correct code has been entered.  
4. Turn your TV on from standby mode in the  
usual way, e.g.,by pressing the standby or  
Channel up or down buttons.  
CONTROLLING THE TV WITH THE VCR REMOTE CONTROL  
STANDBY  
Switches the TV to and from Standby Mode.  
(when the remote is in TV mode)  
INPUT SELECT  
Determines which input to the TV is to be  
displayed on the Screen.(when the remote is in TV  
mode)  
CHANNEL  
Changes the TV channels. (when the remote is in  
TV mode)  
VOLUME  
Increases or decreases the volume.  
NOTES:  
Certain models of TV do not use standard codes for their brand. In this case, place the  
remote into TV mode and then hold down STANDBY . Press each of the  
buttons in the list until the TV enters stand-by mode (You will need to reset when remote  
control batteries are replaced).  
SHARP cannot guarantee the VCR remote control will operate your TV.  
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ADVANCED OPERATION  
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 2 IN/DECODER on your VCR:  
Optional Scart connection (not supplied)  
RIAL IN  
E ANTENNE  
LINE1(I)IN  
/OUT  
SON/VID
AERIAL OUT  
SORTIE ANTENNE  
LINE2(II)IN/DECO  
A2230  
DER CANAL PLUS  
/L2(I)  
R
D
L
G
Mono/Stereo Camcorder  
1. Connect your signal source (eg.  
Camcorder, Digital Camera etc) to the  
desired scart socket on the back of the  
VCR using the manufacturers  
Input Select  
recommended cable (not supplied).  
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8
9
2. Ensure that the tape on which you wish to  
record is inserted into the VCR.  
0
3. Press the INPUT SELECT  
button  
on the remote control until the VCR  
display shows L2.  
REMOTE CONTROL  
4. Press REC  
to start recording.  
OTHER CONNECTIONS  
POSSIBLE!  
If you wish to record from a source  
AER  
ENTREE  
connected to LINE 1 IN/OUT, select L1.  
SON/VIDEO  
(L1/I)  
LINE1(I)IN  
/OUT  
Press REC  
to start recording.  
If you wish to record from a source  
connected with audio phono leads to the  
sockets on the front of the VCR, select L3.  
Press REC  
to start recording.  
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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ADVANCED OPERATION  
DECODER SWITCHING OPERATION  
If you have a separate decoder connected to the VCR’s L2 input as previously shown in the  
“Connecting the Cables” section, you will need to set the decoder function to ON in order to  
record the descrambled signal and/or watch it on your TV. Now, when the VCR receives a  
scrambled signal it is output via LINE 2 terminal to the decoder. The decoder then outputs the  
descrambled signal back to LINE 2 terminal and the signal can be recorded. The VCR outputs  
the descrambled signal to your TV through the LINE1 terminal and you can watch the  
descrambled picture.  
When making recordings using a separate decoder connected as shown remember to leave  
the decoder function ON.  
If you connect a decoder unit to the VCR, the decoder unit provides a switching signal which  
will automatically allow your TV to display the descrambled signal routed through the VCR. To  
use this feature make sure that the VCR is connected to both TV and decoder unit by SCART  
leads. Then:  
Press STANDBY  
to place the VCR in STAND-BY mode. OR  
Press TV/VCR  
on the remote control to place the VCR in ‘VCR mode’. ‘VCR’ will  
appear on the display.  
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OTHER FEATURES ON YOUR VCR  
POST CODE SECURITY  
This feature should allow the Police to identify you as the owner of the VCR if it is stolen. Each  
time the VCR is turned on your postcode will be displayed for 5 seconds. Your postcode  
cannot be changed or removed without first entering the correct PIN - number.  
If you wish to use this function, follow the procedure below.  
1. Press the MENU  
2. Press the [  
button.  
POS T CODE  
/
] menu select buttons to  
SET  
P I N NUMBER  
- - - -  
SE L ECT :  
POS T CODE  
- - - - - - -  
select SET UP. Press the SET  
button to  
confirm.  
ǡ
Ǡ
CHANGE  
EX I T : MENU  
į
Ĭ
3. Press [  
/
] to select POST CODE. Press the  
button to confirm.  
4. Enter your desired PIN number using the  
NUMBER BUTTONS or the [  
ENT ER : SE T  
SET  
SET  
/
]
menu select buttons. This must be a 4 digit  
number in the range 0000 - 9999.  
5. To enter your postcode use the [  
buttons to scroll through the characters and  
the [ ]buttons to move to the next  
/
]
/
SET  
position. Press the SET  
then press the MENU  
a normal screen..  
button to confirm,  
button to return to  
6. Write your PIN number in the box provided  
for future reference.  
IMPORTANT:- Please keep your Operation Manual separate from your VCR.  
If you wish to change your PIN number at any time:  
1. Follow steps 1 to 3 above.  
SET  
2. Enter your current PIN number. Press the SET  
3. Press to re-select PIN number.  
4. Enter your new PIN number. Press the SET  
MENU  
button to confirm  
SET  
button to confirm, then press the  
button to return to a normal screen.  
NOTE:  
Your Postcode can be changed at any time, but you must first enter your correct PIN  
number. If the wrong PIN number is entered, an ERROR message will appear. Re-enter  
the correct number.  
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OTHER 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 the CHILD LOCK  
button 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 the CHILD LOCK  
button 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  
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.  
Ensure the Video channel is selected on the TV.  
1. Press the MENU  
button. Press the  
[
/
]menu select buttons to select  
2.  
SET  
SET UP. Press the SET  
button to  
SE T UP  
confirm.  
CHANNE L PRESE T  
CHANNE L SORT  
C LOCK  
2. CHANNEL PRESET will be  
SET  
highlighted. Press the SET  
button to  
button to  
POS TCODE  
confirm.  
3. MANUAL TUNING will be  
SET  
highlighted. Press the SET  
SOURCE  
PRESE T  
BBC 1  
CH  
1
SAT  
CH 2 1  
confirm.  
CHANNE L  
F I NE TUN I NG  
DECODER  
SK I P  
4. PRESET will be highlighted. Press  
the[ ]menu select buttons to  
ON OF F  
ON OF F  
/
choose the required VCR preset channel.  
5. If you have SATELLITE CONTROL set to ON,  
continue from point 6. Otherwise  
continue from point 7.  
6. Press[  
/
]to select SOURCE. Then  
SET  
MENU  
choose the required source:  
If you wish to tune a satellite or cable  
channel press [  
Then press[  
/
] to select SAT.  
]to select  
/
CHANNEL. Enter preset satellite  
channel using the NUMBER  
BUTTONS or by using the [  
/
]
buttons step through each preset satellite  
channel until the desired channel is  
displayed. Continue from point 10.  
MENU SELECT  
BUTTONS  
REMOTE CONTROL  
If you wish to tune a terrestrial channel  
press [  
/
] to select CH.  
Continue from point 7.  
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CUSTOMISED INSTALLATION  
MANUALLY TUNING A CHANNEL CONTINUED  
7. Press [  
/
]to select CHANNEL.  
8. Press [  
/
] to start tuning in either  
direction. Tuning will stop when a channel is  
received. If it is not the desired channel, press  
SET  
[
/
] to continue tuning.  
MENU  
9. Press [  
/
] to select FINE TUNING.  
] until the sharpest  
Press and hold [  
/
colour picture is obtained.  
IMPORTANT NOTE:  
10. Press [  
/
] to select DECODER. This  
is preset to OFF. If you connect a satellite  
receiver into VCR L2, as shown previously,  
leave decoder OFF. If you connect a  
decoder, as shown previously, you must  
MENU SELECT  
BUTTONS  
REMOTE CONTROL  
use [  
/
] to turn the decoder function  
ON. Refer to DECODER SWITCHING  
OPERATION.  
11. Press [  
/
] to select SKIPthen [  
/
]
to select ON or OFF.  
The SKIP function determines whether the  
channel can be selected when using the  
VCR CHANNEL  
/
buttons  
instead of the NUMBER BUTTONS.  
VIDEO  
Plus+  
SET  
12. Press SET  
to store this channel. The VCR  
1
2
3
will increment to the next channel up.  
If any more channels are to be tuned in,  
repeat this procedure.  
Once all the channels have been tuned in.  
Press MENU  
to return to the normal  
screen.  
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CUSTOMISED INSTALLATION  
CONNECTING A SATELLITE RECEIVER/CABLE BOX  
TO YOUR VCR  
1. Disconnect the VCR plug from the  
mains socket.  
2. Connect your existing aerial/satellite  
cable to the AERIAL IN socket on the  
satellite receiver.  
3. Connect the AERIAL OUT socket on  
the satellite receiver to the AERIAL IN  
socket on the VCR with an RF  
connection cable (not supplied).  
AERIAL IN  
ENTREE ANTENNE  
LINE1(I)IN  
/OUT  
SON/VIDEO  
(L1/I)  
OR:  
AERIAL OUT  
SORTIE ANTENNE  
LINE2(II)IN/DECODER CANAL  
A2230  
PLUS/L2(II)  
R
D
L
G
Connect your Satellite Receiver or  
decoder to the VCR using a scart  
lead to the LINE 2 IN/DECODER  
socket on the VCR.  
AERIAL IN  
ENTREE ANTENNE  
LINE1(I)IN  
/OUT  
SON/VIDEO  
(L1/I)  
AERIAL OUT  
SORTIE ANTENNE  
LINE2(II)IN
230  
I)  
R
D
L
G
4. Connect your TV to the VCR using the  
supplied RF connection cable, i.e.  
connect the VCR AERIAL OUT  
AERIAL IN  
ENTREE ANTENNE  
LINE
/O
O  
socket to the TV AERIAL IN socket.  
AERIAL OUT  
SORTIE ANTENNE  
E2(II)IN/DECODER CAN  
A2230  
AL PLUS/L2(II)  
R
D
L
G
Optional: SCART (not supplied). If  
you 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.  
5. Reconnect the VCR plug to the mains  
socket. The VCR is now in STANDBY  
mode.  
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CUSTOMISED INSTALLATION  
SATELLITE RECEIVER/CABLE BOX INSTALLATION  
If you wish to connect a satellite receiver to your VCR after auto-installation, it is not necessary  
to completely re-install all channels. Follow the procedure below:  
The installation procedure for cable boxes is the same as for satellite receivers. Sharp  
cannot guarantee this feature will operate with all makes of satellite receiver or cable  
box. (See the end of this manual for manufacturers codes.)  
Follow the procedure below:  
SET  
MENU  
1
2
Press the MENU  
button.  
Press [  
SET  
/
]to select SET UP. Press SET  
to confirm.  
3
4
CHANNEL PRESET will be  
SET  
highlighted. Press SET  
to confirm.  
MENU SELECT  
BUTTONS  
4.  
Press [  
/
]to select SAT  
SET  
MANUAL TUN I NG  
SAT RECE I VER  
RECEIVER. Press SET  
to confirm.  
The satellite receiver screen will appear.  
SAT PROGRAM SEARCH  
5
6
7
Follow points 9-13 in AUTO  
INSTALLATION OF A SATELLITE  
RECEIVER/CABLE BOX at the front  
of this book.  
6.  
MANUAL TUN I NG  
SAT RECE I VER  
SAT PROGRAM SEARCH  
Then press [  
/
] to select SAT  
SET  
PROG SEARCH. Press SET  
to  
confirm. The satellite channels will be  
installed. (This may take a few minutes).  
Press MENU  
to leave this function.  
NOTE:  
A list of the preset digital channels can be found at the back of the operation manual.  
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CUSTOMISED INSTALLATION  
MANUALLY SORTING CHANNELS  
SORTING THE CHANNELS INTO YOUR PREFERRED ORDER  
When your VCR tunes in broadcast channels automatically, it sorts them into a standard order  
using teletext information. You can change the order of the channels with the following  
procedure.  
1. Press the MENU  
button.  
MENU SCREEN  
2.  
5.  
2. Press the [  
/
] menu select buttons to  
V I DEOP LUS  
T I MER  
MODE  
SET  
select SET UP. Press the SET  
button to  
SE T UP  
confirm.  
3. Press [  
the SET  
/
SET  
] to select CHANNEL SORT. Press  
button to confirm.  
4. The MOVE position will be highlighted. Press the  
SET  
MOVE  
1 / 5  
SET  
button to confirm.  
1 BBC 2  
2 I T V  
7
1 3  
1 4  
1 5  
1 6  
1 7  
1 8  
8
9
1 0  
1 1  
1 2  
3 CH 4  
5. Press [  
/
/
/
] to highlight the  
4 CH 5  
5 CH 5 0  
6 BBC 1  
SET  
channel to be moved. Press the SET  
button to confirm.  
6.  
6. Press [  
/
/
/
] to highlight the new  
SET  
position for the channel. Press the SET  
MOVE  
1 / 5  
1 BBC 1  
2 BBC 2  
3 I T V  
7
1 3  
1 4  
1 5  
1 6  
1 7  
1 8  
button to confirm.  
8
9
1 0  
1 1  
1 2  
4 CH 4  
7. If any more channels are to be moved, repeat  
5 CH 5  
6 CH 5 0  
procedure from step 5.  
8. When all the channels are in your preferred  
order, either press the CLEAR  
button to  
SET  
return to the CHANNEL SORT menu or press the  
MENU  
MENU  
button to leave the MENU  
function.  
NOTES:  
If when moving channels the picture becomes  
unclear and the on-screen display is unreadable,  
the MODE OSD button can be used to toggle  
between a blue background and the normal  
picture.  
The blue background will be shown until either  
another channel is selected or the MODE OSD  
button is pressed again.  
MENU SELECT  
BUTTONS  
Remote Control  
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CUSTOMISED INSTALLATION  
MANUALLY SORTING CHANNELS  
DELETING CHANNELS  
If there is a channel you wish to delete from the VCR memory, you can follow the procedure  
below.  
1. Press the MENU  
2. Press the [  
button.  
MENU SCREEN  
2.  
5.  
V I DEOP LUS  
/
] menu select buttons to  
T I MER  
MODE  
SET  
select SET UP. Press the SET  
button to  
SE T UP  
confirm.  
3. Press [  
the SET  
/
SET  
] to select CHANNEL SORT. Press  
button to confirm.  
4. Press [  
/
] to select CANCEL. Press the  
CANCE L  
1 / 5  
1 CH 5 0  
2 BBC 1  
3 BBC 2  
4 I T V  
7
1 3  
1 4  
1 5  
1 6  
1 7  
1 8  
SET  
SET  
button to confirm.  
8
9
1 0  
1 1  
1 2  
5. Press [  
/
/
/
] to highlight the  
5 CH 4  
6 CH 5  
channel to be cancelled.  
SET  
6. Press the SET  
button twice to cancel the  
6.  
channel.  
CANCE L  
1 / 5  
1 BBC 1  
2 BBC 2  
3 I T V  
4 CH 4  
5 CH 5  
6
7
1 3  
1 4  
1 5  
1 6  
1 7  
1 8  
8
9
1 0  
1 1  
1 2  
7. When all the channels you wish have been  
cancelled, either press the CLEAR  
button  
to return to the CHANNEL SORT menu or press  
the MENU  
button to leave the MENU  
function.  
SET  
NOTES:  
MENU  
If when deleting channels the picture becomes  
unclear and the on-screen display is unreadable,  
the MODE OSD button can be used to toggle  
between a blue background and the normal  
picture.  
The blue background will be shown until either  
another channel is selected or the MODE OSD  
button is pressed again.  
MENU SELECT  
BUTTONS  
Remote Control  
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CUSTOMISED INSTALLATION  
MANUALLY SORTING CHANNELS  
RE-NAMING CHANNELS  
When your VCR tunes in broadcast channels automatically, it names them using teletext  
information. You can change the name of a channel with the following procedure.  
1. Press the MENU  
button.  
MENU SCREEN  
2.  
5.  
2. Press the [  
/
] menu select buttons to  
V I DEOP LUS  
T I MER  
MODE  
SET  
select SET UP. Press the SET  
button to  
SE T UP  
confirm.  
3. Press [  
the SET  
/
SET  
] to select CHANNEL SORT. Press  
button to confirm.  
4. Press [  
/
] to select NAME. Press the SET  
SET  
NAME  
1 / 5  
button to confirm.  
1 CH 4 7  
2 BBC 2  
3 I T V  
4 CH 4  
5 CH 5  
6
7
1 3  
1 4  
1 5  
1 6  
1 7  
1 8  
8
9
1 0  
1 1  
1 2  
5. Press [  
/
/
/
] to highlight the  
SET  
channel to be re-named. Press the SET  
button to confirm.  
6.  
6. To enter a new channel name use the  
[
/
] buttons to scroll through the  
NAME  
1 / 5  
1 BBC 1  
2 BBC 2  
3 I T V  
4 CH 4  
5 CH 5  
6
7
1 3  
1 4  
1 5  
1 6  
1 7  
1 8  
characters and the  
/
] to move to the  
SET  
8
9
1 0  
1 1  
1 2  
next position. Press the SET  
button to  
confirm.  
7. If any more channels are to be re-named,  
repeat procedure from step 5.  
SET  
8. When all the channels are named correctly,  
MENU  
either press the CLEAR  
button to return to  
the CHANNEL SORT menu or press the MENU  
button to leave the MENU function.  
NOTES:  
If when re-naming channels the picture becomes  
unclear and the on-screen display is unreadable,  
the MODE OSD button can be used to toggle  
between a blue background and the normal  
picture.  
MENU SELECT  
BUTTONS  
The blue background will be shown until either  
another channel is selected or the MODE OSD  
button is pressed again.  
Remote Control  
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CUSTOMISED INSTALLATION  
MANUALLY SETTING THE CLOCK  
The clock will normally be set using teletext information when your VCR automatically tunes in  
the broadcast channels. If for any reason teletext signals are not present, your VCR will not be  
able to set the clock. This procedure will allow you to set the clock manually.  
1. Press the MENU  
button.  
3.  
2. Press the [  
/
] menu select buttons to  
SET  
select SET UP. Press the SET  
button to  
SE T UP  
confirm.  
CHANNE L PRESE T  
CHANNE L SORT  
CLOCK  
3. Press [  
/
] to select CLOCK. Press the  
SET  
SET  
button to confirm.  
į
Ĭ
: SE L ECT  
ǡ
Ǡ
: CHANGE  
4. Press [  
/
] to select either 12 or 24 hour  
SE T : ENT ER  
MENU : EX I T  
clock.  
5. Press [  
/
] to select TIME. Enter the time  
4.  
using the NUMBER BUTTONS or the  
] buttons. If the minutes or hours are  
CLOCK  
[
/
MODE  
2 4 H  
T I ME  
0 : 0 0  
DAT E  
0 1 / 0 4  
YEAR  
0 2  
less than 10, enter the leading 0. If using the 12  
hour clock enter AM or PM by pressing the  
*
AM/PM  
button on the remote control.  
MODE : 2 4 H / 1 2 H  
ǡ
Ǡ
: SE L ECT  
į
Ĭ
: CHANGE  
SE T : ENT ER  
MENU : EX I T  
6. Press [  
/
] to select DATE. Enter the date  
using the NUMBER BUTTONS or the  
] buttons. For example, for 1st April  
enter 01 04.  
7. Press [  
digits of the year using the NUMBER  
BUTTONS or [ ]. For example, for  
[
/
Remote Control  
/
] to select YEAR. Enter the last two  
SET  
MENU  
/
2002 enter 02. For the year 2003 enter 03.  
8. AUTO CLOCK SETTING.  
Press [  
/
] to select . Press [  
/
]to  
change between AUTO CLOCK on/off  
SET  
(is ON, - is OFF). Then press the SET  
button to confirm.  
MENU SELECT  
BUTTONS  
NOTE:  
If AUTO CLOCK is set to OFF (- is OFF) then you will need to update the clock for  
daylight saving.  
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VCR DISPLAY  
1. TIMER RECORD indicator.  
7. TAPE SPEED indicator.  
2. VCR MODE indicator.  
8. VIDEO PROGRAMMING  
SYSTEM/PROGRAMME  
3. TAPE MOTION STATUS  
DELIVERY CONTROL indicator.  
indicator  
9. DECODER indicator.  
4. RECORDING indicator.  
5. AUDIO OUTPUT indicator.  
6. CHILD LOCK indicator.  
10. CLOCK, TAPE COUNTER,  
TAPESTATUSANDCHANNEL  
PRESET STATUS .  
NOTE:  
Some models do not have all the features shown, therefore, they will not appear on the  
display.  
SELECTING THE OUTPUT FROM THE VCR  
If your VCR is connected to your TV with a scart lead, when you start to play a video tape the  
VCR will automatically switch its output so that playback picture is shown on the TV.  
In this case ‘VCR’ will appear on the VCR display.  
You can manually override this by pressing the TV/VCR  
button on the remote control.  
Now the TV broadcast channel will be seen on the TV screen and ‘VCR’ will disappear from  
the VCR display.  
Pressing TV/VCR  
again will return the TV picture to the playback picture.  
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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.  
1.  
I
1 CH 5 9  
N I CAM  
S T EREO  
SP  
L
R
2. FULL, all the active features will also be  
shown on screen.  
2.  
Programme number and channel  
Tape Status  
I
1 CH 5 9  
N I CAM  
SUPER P .  
ON  
NICAM signal  
S T EREO  
Audio output mode  
Tape speed  
SP  
L
R
2 2 : 0 0  
REM1 : 0 5  
Tape remaining  
Time  
9 / 0 7 0 2  
0 : 0 0 . 0 0  
Date  
Tape counter  
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.  
REM1 : 0 5  
0 : 0 0 . 0 0  
NOTES:  
The default time and date will not be displayed if the clock has not been set.  
The VCR will return to display 1. each time it is switched on.  
If you are recording from this VCR to another, make sure you remove the display from  
the screen otherwise it will be recorded.  
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PRESET DIGITAL CHANNELS  
SKY DIGITAL PRESET LIST  
SKY 1  
ITV DIGITAL  
ITV 2  
UK GOLD  
SKY 1  
UK LIVING  
UK GOLD  
GRANADA +  
BRAVO  
GRANADA PLUS  
BBC CHOICE  
SKY PREMIER 1  
SKY MOVIE MAX  
SKY SPORTS 1  
SKY SPORTS 2  
SKY SPORTS 3  
EURO SPORTS  
MTV  
PARAMOUNT  
SCI-FI  
SKY TRAVEL  
UK STYLE  
UK DRAMA  
BBC CHOICE  
SKY PREMIER 1  
SKY MOVIE MAX  
SKY CINEMA  
SKY SPORTS 1  
SKY SPORTS 2  
SKY SPORTS 3  
EURO SPORT  
MTV  
BBC NEWS 24  
BBC PARLIAMENT  
E4  
UK HORIZON  
BBC KNOWLEDGE  
CARTOON NETWORK  
CARLTON  
VH1  
FILM 4  
SKY NEWS  
BBC NEWS 24  
BBC PARLIAMENT  
NBC  
CNN  
ITV NEWS  
DISCOVERY  
UK HORIZON  
DISCOVERY ANIMAL PLANET  
BBC KNOWLEDGE  
CARTOON NETWORK  
NICKELODEON  
FOX KIDS  
DISNEY  
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MANUFACTURERS CODES FOR SATELLITE RECEIVERS  
The following table is a list of satellite manufacturers’ code numbers. Your VCR will use one of  
these in order to recognise your satellite receiver. The code number must be entered at point  
12. during installation with a satellite receiver.  
Look up your make of satellite receiver.  
Use the NUMBER BUTTONS to enter the first code number listed. For example number 8  
should be entered 0 0 8. Continue from point 13. (AUTO INSTALLATION -  
SATELLITE/CABLE BOX CONTROL ONLY).  
MANUFACTURER  
SKY DIGI BOX  
CODES  
Most Manufacturers  
35  
ITV DIGITAL  
PACE  
PIONEER  
PHILIPS  
30  
37  
38  
OTHER DIGITAL SATELLITE SYSTEMS  
AB SAT  
31  
33  
34  
TPS SAT (SAGEM)  
TPS SAT (SAGEM)  
ANALOGUE SATELLITE SYSTEMS  
AB SAT  
31  
ALBA  
4
AMSTRAD/FIDELITY/ANKARO/HANSEATIC  
9, 10, 11  
ARMSTRONG  
2, 7, 11, 12, 13  
CHANNEL MASTER  
11  
ECHOSTAR/TECHNISAT/POLYTRON/RADEX  
2, 8  
FERGUSON  
4
FUBA/TRIASAT/TRIAX/FREECOM  
18  
GALAXIS/NEC FORMAT/ALDES/PROSAT/SKYMASTER/ANARKO  
15, 16  
GRUNDIG  
2, 4, 26  
HIRSCHMANN  
KATHREIN  
2
2, 4, 6, 7, 12, 13, 17, 22, 24  
MATSUI  
27  
NOKIA  
2, 3, 4, 8  
PACE/MANHATTAN/SABA  
PALSAT/NAGAI/PALCOM  
PHILLIPS/VISIOPASS/SONOLOR  
SALORA/LUXOR  
SCHWAIGER/SIEMENS/TELEDIREKT  
SEG  
4, 25, 28, 30, 32  
18  
2, 7, 12, 13, 26  
3, 4  
29  
18  
TELEVES  
4, 9, 10, 11  
TPS  
33, 34  
WISI/TECH  
ZHENDER  
1, 2, 8, 14, 19, 20, 21, 25  
1, 2, 6, 8, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22  
CABLE TV  
G.I.JERROLD  
SCIENTIFIC ATALANTA  
23  
5
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SPECIFICATIONS  
Format:  
VHS PAL standard  
Number of heads:  
Video signal system:  
Hi-Fi audio recording  
system:  
6
PAL colour or monochrome signal: 625 lines  
Deep layer recording system conforming to  
stereo Hi-Fi VHS standard.  
240 min. with E-240 video cassette in Standard  
Play (SP) mode  
Maximum playing time:  
480 min. with E-240 video cassette in Long Play  
(LP) mode  
720 min. with E-240 video cassette in Extended  
Play (EP) mode  
Tape width:  
Tape speed:  
12.7 mm  
23.39 mm/s Standard Play (SP)  
11.70 mm/s Long Play (LP)  
7.8mm/s Extended Play (EP)  
75 unbalanced  
Antenna:  
Reception channels:  
RF output signal:  
Power requirement:  
Power consumption:  
Operating temperature:  
Storage temperature:  
Video input:  
UHF channel 21-69  
UHF channel 21-69  
AC 230-240V, 50 Hz  
19 W approx. (Standby power consumption < 3W)  
5 ˚C to 40 ˚C  
-20 ˚C to 55 ˚C  
1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω  
Video output:  
1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω  
Audio input:  
Audio output:  
Hi-Fi audio:  
Line1&2: -3.8 dBs, 10 kΩ, Line 3: -3.8 dBs, 47 kΩ  
Line1&2: -3.8 dBs, 1 kΩ, Audio out: -3.8 dBs, 1 kΩ  
Dynamic range: ~90dBs typ. (SP);  
Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz;  
Wow and Flutter:<0.005% Wrm (JIS A)  
430(W) x 220(D) x 93(H) mm  
2.8 kg (approx.)  
Dimensions:  
Weight:  
Supplied accessories:  
75 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  
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. 08705 274277 (office hours) or (01) 676 0648 if telephoning from Ireland- Please note: All calls will  
be charged at local rate.  
AREA  
PROBLEM  
POSSIBLE CAUSE/CURE  
INSTALLATION TV will not tune in to  
• Check all the cables are correctly  
connected.  
the VCR.  
• Check your TV manual for correct tuning of  
your TV.  
Auto Installation  
screen does not  
appear when the VCR  
is switched on OR Auto  
Installation is not  
complete.  
• Reset the VCR and complete AUTO  
INSTALLATION again. (Refer to VCR Reset at  
the back of the book.)  
POWER  
Display is not working. • Make sure the power cord is plugged in.  
• Make sure the wall socket has power (check  
by plugging another appliance in).  
VCR will not operate -  
appears in VCR  
display.  
• Press the TIMER ON/OFF  
disengage timer.  
button to  
VCR will not respond to • Check the CHILD LOCK is not engaged.  
any commands.  
• Safety device operating: unplug VCR for 2  
hours.  
PLAYBACK  
No picture appears.  
• Make sure the TV is set to the video channel.  
• Check all connecting cables.  
Playback picture is  
snowy.  
• Adjust the tracking using the  
VCR CHANNEL  
/
buttons.  
• Try another tape.  
• The video heads may have been  
contaminated - refer to a SHARP Service  
Facility.  
Playback/Recording  
does not play back in  
Stereo  
• Ensure the VCR is connected to a stereo TV  
with a SCART lead.  
• Programme may not carry stereo.  
RECORDING  
Tape is automatically • The record-protection tab has been  
ejected when pressing removed from the cassette.  
or  
TIMER ON/OFF  
buttons.  
the REC  
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TROUBLESHOOTING  
AREA  
PROBLEM  
POSSIBLE CAUSE/CURE  
RECORDING  
The VIDEO Plus+  
system does not  
record desired  
programme.  
• Broadcast does not carry VPS/PDC signal  
which alters recording time.  
• Check VPS/PDC mode is switched ON.  
• Ensure date and time are correctly set on the  
VCR.  
TAPE  
Tape can not be  
loaded.  
• Make sure there is no other tape in the VCR.  
• Make sure you are loading the tape  
correctly.  
TRANSPORT/  
MECHANISM  
Rewind is not  
possible.  
• Make sure the tape is not at the start.  
REMOTE  
The VCR can not be • Remote control is too far away from the main  
operated by remote  
control.  
unit.  
CONTROL  
• Point the remote control at the VCR.  
• Batteries are flat - replace both.  
• Batteries have not been inserted correctly.  
• VCR is positioned in strong light.  
SATELLITE  
Satellite receiver  
does not respond to  
VCR commands.  
• Adjust the position or angle of the satellite  
receiver.  
Desired satellite  
channel can not be  
selected by the VCR.  
• Re-install all channels ensuring that the  
satellite receiver is not in any special channel  
setting mode and that the desired channel is  
below channel 199 for Analogue systems and  
999 for Digital Satellite systems.  
OTHER  
Picture does not  
change even though  
theVCRCHANNEL  
• Make sure the VCR is not in Timer or Menu  
mode.  
PROBLEMS  
/
buttons are  
pressed.  
Desired channel  
position can not be  
selected.  
• The channel position has been set to be  
skipped. Cancel the SKIP mode for that  
channel.  
No colour or poor TV • Make sure all the cables are connected  
picture on normal  
viewing.  
properly.  
• Make sure the VCR power cord is properly  
plugged in.  
Not possible to view • Make sure the RF OUTPUT has not been  
picture or playback  
through AERIAL OUT.  
switched off. (Refer to page 48, RF CHANNEL  
TUNING and RF THROUGH ON/OFF)  
Desired channel has • Possible weak signal strength, the same  
interference.  
channel with a better signal strength may  
have been tuned in on another VCR preset  
channel. Example;  
VCR preset 1 = BBC1 and  
VCR preset 14 = BBC1  
(Refer to Manually Sorting Channels section  
to move the channel to your desired  
position.)  
• TV aerial may need adjusting.  
No picture appears. • Make sure the TV is on the video channel.  
• Check all connecting cables.  
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VCR RESET  
STOP  
1. Press the STOP  
button on the front of the VCR.  
CHANNEL  
K
2. Press and hold MENU  
and CHANNEL UP  
buttons together on the front of  
the VCR for 10 seconds.  
VCR RESET IS NOW COMPLETE  
Please continue with your previous procedure.  
RF CHANNEL TUNING  
If you have a preferred RF output channel this can be set manually between channels 21 and  
69 by following the procedure below.  
1. Press the STANDBY  
button.  
button for 3 seconds.  
2. Press and hold the MENU  
3. Wait for a flashing channel number to appear on the VCR display.  
4. The channel number can now be changed by using the MENU SELECT  
/
buttons.  
5. Your TV will now require tuning to the new  
channel. (The screen opposite should be  
displayed on the TV)  
SET  
VCR RF  
6. Press the SET  
button to store.  
(Whitetext  
blue background)  
SE T : ENT ER  
MENU : EX I T  
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  
SET  
can be turned OFF and ON. To do this press the CLEAR  
then SET  
buttons on the  
remote control at point 3 from RF CHANNEL TUNING above or at point 4 of AUTO  
TUNING on page 6. This will help minimise interference.  
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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: 08705-274277 (office hours)  
or (01) 676 0648 if telephoning from Ireland  
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  
ASA  
(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.  
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  
G If you are unable to resolve a problem using the TROUBLESHOOTING guide, do not  
remove the cabinet or attempt to service this VCR yourself.  
G 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.  
G 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.  
G 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.  
SHARP Customer Helpline: Tel: 08705 274277 during office hours  
(or (01) 676 0648 if telephoning from Ireland)  
Alternatively, please visit our web-site:  
www.sharp.co.uk/support  
This equipment complies with the requirements of Directives 89/336/EEC and 73/23/EEC  
as amended by 93/68/EEC.  
100% of the pulp used  
in making this paper comes  
from sustainable forests  
• 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.  
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