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VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
OPERATION MANUAL
Please read this operation manual carefully
before using the VCR.
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  • Page 1 VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER OPERATION MANUAL Please read this operation manual carefully before using the VCR.
  • 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 ..........Setting the Language ........... DPSS (Digital Programme Search Setting the Clock..........
  • 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. 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.) When the VCR is in “POWER ON” mode, this indicator (Where a channel position number is usually displayed) will light up When in the “POWER STANDBY” mode or “LOW POWER” mode, this part will not be lit Cassette-In P : n 9...
  • Page 7: Remote Control

    Remote Control For the operation of Sharp brand televisions. Remote Control (New Child-proof Lock) @SET button @CLEAR button @STOP button @CHANNEL A/T buttons @TAPE SPEED button Press to directly select the TIMER-setting mode @SLOW button buttons @AM/PM button Digit select (when inputting...
  • 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. Connect the supplied coaxial cable to the RF OUT terminal of the VCR. Plug the other end into your TV’s ANTENNA IN terminal. TV back panel RF OUT ANTENNA IN...
  • Page 9: 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.) While in MENU, the A/V/d/F buttons on the remote control operate the following functions (same functions on the VCR): Select the language with A/V and press SET.
  • Page 10: 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) and press MENU. Then perform the following procedure.
  • Page 11: 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 any of the above broadcast channels. The channel positions have been preset at the factory as shown below.
  • Page 12: Manual Tuning

    MANUAL TUNING PREPARATION Select the video channel on your TV. And turn on the VCR. (See page 5, item 3.) Example: Tuning Channel Position 3 to Broadcast TV Channel 7 “CHANNEL PRESET” with A/V and press Select the preset channel position number with the numeric buttons or 4, and then press v.
  • Page 13: Channel Skipkancelling 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.) Skip channel position 12.
  • Page 14: Menu Screen

    Menu Screen the pages listed below for details on each item. The following 5 items can be set by using the On Screen Display (OSD). TIMER Setting a timer recording (and checking it). (See page 22 for the setting procedure.) MODE operating conditions are set according to the broadcast reception and tape playback conditions.
  • 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.) AUTO Usually select AUTO mode. PAL Strict PAL colour mode.
  • 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, “=I’...
  • Page 17: Shuttle System

    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

    Still Picture and Frame Advance Double Speed Playback Sound is muted during video search, slow motion, still picture, frame advance, and double speed playback. To avoid damage to the tape, your VCR will resume normal playback after about 5 minutes of slow motion playback and still oicture.
  • Page 19: Auto Tracking Control System

    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 at the same time. Poor tracking Normal tracking *When the VCR has been playing back an unrecorded...
  • Page 20: Recording A Tv Programme

    Recording a TV Programme Cassette Erase Protection A m cassette has a removable tab to prevent accidental erasure of recorded material. Removing the tab prevents recording. To record on a video cassette with the tab removed, place adhesive tape over the tab opening. Recording a TV Programme INPUT SELECT PAUSE/STILL STOP...
  • Page 21: Simple Recording Timer

    Simple Recording Timer Immediate recording. There are two ways to use this Simple Recording Timer for unexpected visitor or Convenient when having an your convenience. telephone call. Delayed recording: Convenient when leaving the house or going to bed CHANNEL A/V. press REC repeatedly to set the desired ending time.
  • 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. Check that the clock is displayrng the correct time.
  • Page 23 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, “m”...
  • Page 24: Confirming Timer Programmes

    Recording with the Timer Confirming Timer Programmes 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. lit, cancel the timer standby mode by pressing TIMER ON/OFF and then turn on the power.) [Example]...
  • Page 25: New Sharp Super Picture

    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: Skio Search

    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 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 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.) [TAPE COUNTER/CHANNEL] REMAINING/CHANNEL] Example: [OPERATING MODE/CHANNEL] During trmer recording or Simple Recording Timer, the display shows the record finish ti d, the display changes in the following way.
  • Page 29: Tape Remaining Display

    Tape Remaining Display The tape remaining display only works with tapes recorded in PAL. It does not work with tapes recorded in NTSC. VCR Display On Screen Display *Press DISPLAY on * S e l e c t F U L L o r the remote control.
  • Page 30: Editing From A Camcorder To Your Vcr

    Editing from a Camcorder to Your 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 t Position AV Specifications...
  • Page 31: Before Calling For Service

    (If this is the case, the heads need to be cleaned. Ask the retailer or Sharp approved service centre.) Make sure the TV is set to the same channel as the VCR RF converter output No picture appears or co/our is not channel adjuster.
  • Page 32 SHARP CORPORATION OF AUSTRALIA PTY. LIMITED A.C.N. 003 039 405 Blacktown, N.S.W. 2148 SHARP CORPORATION Osaka, Japan Printed in Malaysia...

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