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- Page 1 OPERATION MANUAL Please read this operation manual carefully before using the VCR.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Confirming Timer Programmes Inserting the Batteries Cancelling Timer Programmes SETTING UP SPECIAL FUNCTIONS Connections ............New Sharp Super Picture ........25 Adjusting the Video Channel ......Zero-Back Function ..........Menu Screen............DPSS (Digital Programme Search OSD (On Screen Display) ........ -
Page 3: Important Safeguards And Precautions
Do not remove the VCR cabinet. Touching parts inside the cabinet could result in electric shock and/or damage to the VCR. For service and adjustment inside the cabinet, call a qualified dealer or service centre approved by Sharp. The use of head cleaning tapes is not recommended as they may cause damage to your machine. -
Page 4: Features
Copyright may exist in material you wish to record. Copying such material without permission of the relevant licensee(s) or owner(s) of the copyright is prohibited by law. SHARP is not in a position to authorize the recording of copyright works and nothing in this manual should be read or implied as giving that authority. -
Page 5: Low Power Feature
LOW POWER Feature This model is equipped with a LOW POWER feature to save energy when the VCR is not in use. STANDBY/LOW POWER button Clock keeps time regardless of this button. Accordingly, nominal This VCR is not equipped with a mains power switch. current to drive the clock is drawn at all times when the AC power cord is plugged into a wall socket. -
Page 6: Major Components Of Your Vcr
Major Components of Your VCR Channel tuning controls (See Setting the Channels.) The meaning of the main indicators is shown below. (This list does not include all indicators.) The display changes each time DISPLAY on the remote control is pressed. (See page 28.) *Some of the indicators above will light up only for a couple of seconds when the VCR is set up the corresponding mode. -
Page 7: Remote Control
Remote Control @TAPE SPEED button button (for Sharp TV) (for Sharp TV) @TV OPERATE button (for Sharp TV) Digit select (When inputting up to two digit numbers) AUDIO OUT is printed in the remote cbntrol. However this (New Child-proof Lock) -
Page 8: Connections
Connections Disconnect the aerial cable from the back of your TV set. Connect the aerial cable to the ANTENNA IN terminal of your VCR. ANTENNA IN Connect the supplied coaxial cable to the RF TV back panel terminal of the VCR. Plug the other end into your TV’s ANTENNA IN terminal. -
Page 9: Menu Screen
Menu Screen MENU screen is a home screen used to select various screen functions. A sub- menu will appear once you select an item for the menu. the pages listed below for details on each item. The following 5 items can be set by using the On Screen Display (OSD). 1 : T I M E R S e t t i n g a t i m e r r e c o r d i n g ( a n d c h e c k i n g i t ) . -
Page 10: Setting The Language
Setting the Language PREPARATION *Select the video channel on your TV and turn power ON the VCR. (See page 5, item 3.) Language setting screen will appear when the VCR is used for the first time. If the power has been disconnected, clock setting screen will appear first. -
Page 11: Setting The Clock
Setting the Clock When you use the VCR for the first time or after a power failure of more than 60 minutes the clock will be reset. Apply power to the unit to power on (see page 5, item 3). Then perform the following procedure. PREPARATION *Select the video channel on your TV and turn on the VCR. -
Page 12: Setting The Channels
Setting the Channels Your VCR can receive VHF channels 0 to 12, and UHF channels 28 to 69. Your VCR has 48 programmable channel positions, each of which can be set to anv of the above broadcast channels. The channel positions have been preset ‘at the factory as shown below. -
Page 13: Manual Tuning
Setting the Channels MANUAL TUNING PREPARATION *Select the video channel on your TV and turn on the VCR. (See page 5, item 3.) Example: Tuning Broadcast TV Channel 7 to preset Channel 3. MENU. Press Select item “CHANNEL PRESET” with A/Y and press SET. -
Page 14: Channel Skiplcancelling Skip
Channel SkipKancelling Skip Channel skip If there are channel positions that are not preset, you can skip them with the following procedure PREPARATION Select the video channel on your TV and turn on the VCR. (See page 5, item 3.) Example: Skip channel position 12. -
Page 15: Mode Selection
Mode Selection You can set the basic functions listed in the table below on the MODE selection screen. PREPARATION *Turn on your TV and select the video channel and turn on the VCR. (See page 5, item 3.) press SET. press v. -
Page 16: Playback
Inserting a Video Cassette Gently insert the video cassette into the cassette compartment. The VCR turns on automatically. If the cassette is inserted incorrectly, the loading system will not function. Do not force the cassette into the VCR. When the cassette has been properly loaded, “m”... -
Page 17: Shuttle System
Playback Shuttle System The shuttle system lets you control all the basic playback functions using just the shuttle ring part The shuttle ring does not rotate 360”. STOP Fast Forward and Rewind URING MODE Turn the ring either to the right or the left and release it. (The shuttle ring will return to centre.) Press STOP to stop fast forward or rewind. -
Page 18: Still Picture And Frame Advance
Playback Still Picture and Frame Advance Double Speed Playback Sound is muted during video search, slow motion, still picture, frame advance, and double speed playback. normal playback after To avoid damage to the tape, your VCR will resume about 5 minutes of slow motion playback and still picture. -
Page 19: Auto Tracking Control System
Playback Auto Tracking Control System This function automatically adjusts the tracking to match the recorded tape. Auto tracking engages in the following cases: When you insert the cassette and begin playback. *When you press CHANNEL A and v (CH A and v) at the Poor tracking Normal tracking same time. -
Page 20: Recording A Tv Programme
Recording a TV Programme Cassette Erase Protection PROTECTION TAB A Ives cassette has a removable tab to prevent accidental erasure of recorded tab removed, place adhesive tape over the tab opening. Recording a TV Programme CHANNEL PAUSE/STILL PREPARATION *Turn on your TV and select the video channel PROCEDURE Play) gives the longest recording time. -
Page 21: Simple Recording Timer
Simple Recording Timer There are two ways to use this Simple Recording Timer for / Immediate recordinq: your convenience.. Convenient when- having an unexpected visitor or telephone call. Delayed recording: Convenient when leaving the house or going to bed Immediate Recordina CHANNEL A/V (CH A/V). -
Page 22: Recording With The Timer
Recording with the Timer The timer can be set manually for automatic recording of up to 8 events over a 365 day period. PREPARATION Load the cassette, ensuring the erasure protection hole is covered. The VCR power will automatically turn on PROCEDURE Example: Recording channel position 47 in SP mode from 12:00 PM to 12:30 PM, December 15, 1999, if the present time is lo:28 (morning), December 14, 1999. - Page 23 Recording with the Timer Timer Recording (JUST REC) on page 26.) If the video cassette runs out before recording all the programmes, your VCR will stop, eject the cassette, and shut off automatically. If power is interrupted for more than 60 minutes (power failure, etc.), all timer settings will be cancelled. If TIMER ON/OFF is pressed when there is no cassette loaded, “B”...
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Page 24: Confirming Timer Programmes
Recording with the Timer You can see on the On Screen Display a list of all timer programmes that are already set PREPARATION Turn on your TV and VCR and select the video channel on the TV. Press (If the “FI’” indicator on the VCR display is MENU. -
Page 25: New Sharp Super Picture
Press S. PICTURE on the VCR. time the button is pressed, the mode switches between ON and OFF. (The New Sharp Super Picture is preset to ON at the factory.) Normally leave the mode set to ON. This high picture quality function will create a clearer image during playback. -
Page 26: Auto Repeat
Auto Repeat With this feature, the entire tape is played back repeatedly. B L U E B A C K When the video cassette reaches its end, the VCR will stop A U T O R E N T A L playback, rewind the tape, and automatically play it back again. -
Page 27: New Child-Proof Lock
New Child-Proof Lock With this feature, you can lock all VCR modes to prevent accidental change. This function works even when the VCR power is off, thus preventing children from operating the VCR or viewing select programmes while you are away from home. New Child-Proof Lock Now regardless of what other operating buttons are touched, the VCR will continue to operate in the present mode. -
Page 28: Vcr Display
VCR Display When DISPLAY is pressed, the display changes in the following way. (However, the following is the case when the clock time is set and displayed in the 12-hour system.) During Playback Example: [TAPE COUNTER] Example: [TAPE REMAINING] During Recording Example: Example: [COUNTER] [REMAINING TIME]... -
Page 29: Tape Remaining Display
The tape remaining display only works with tapes recorded in PAL. It does not work with tapes recorded in NTSC. On Screen Display Select FULL or COUNTER display mode by pressing MODE OSD on the remote control This function accurately displays the tape remaining only for tapes recorded in PAL mode. (It does not accurately display the tape remaining for tapes recorded in NTSC mode.) When you insert the tape and the VCR is in the stop mode, the tape remaining cannot be computed. -
Page 30: M Editing From A Camcorder Toyour Vcr
Editing from your Camcorder is extremely easy using your VCR with a linear tape counter, etc. The connection diagram below is for a guideline only. Refer to your Camcorder Operation Manual for precise connection information Camcorder (VIEWCAM) To AUDIO/VIDEO IN terminals Select Position AV Specifications Format: VHS PAL standard... -
Page 31: Before Calling For Service
The heads may be dirty from condensed moisture or the magnetic coating of playback. the video tape. (If this is the case, the heads need to be cleaned. Ask the retailer or Sharp approved service centre.) Check all connecting cables. correct during playback. - Page 32 SHARP CORPORATION OF AUSTRALIA PTY. LIMITED A.C.N. 003 039 405 1 Huntingwood Drive, Huntingwood, Blacktown, N.S.W. 2148 SHARP CORPORATION Osaka, Japan Printed in Malaysia...