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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.
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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
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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.
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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
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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
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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).
7
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 Ω 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 Ω RF Connection cable, operation manual,
remote control, AA/R6/UM3 battery (x2)
•
•
Specifications are subject to change without notice as part of our policy
of continuous improvement.
No liability is accepted for any inaccuracies or omissions in this
publication, although every possible care has been taken to make it
complete and as accurate as possible.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
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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