VC-M20 - Videorekorder SHARP - Kostenlose Bedienungsanleitung

Produkttyp	Videorekorder
Marke	Sharp
Modell	VC-M20
Farbe	Schwarz/Silber
Abmessungen (B x H x T)	430 mm x 95 mm x 330 mm
Gewicht	ca. 4,5 kg
Stromversorgung	220-240 V, 50 Hz
Leistungsaufnahme	ca. 20 W (Betrieb), 5 W (Standby)
Bandformat	VHS
Videokopf	2-Kopf
Geschwindigkeit	SP, LP, EP
Timer	8-Tage / 1-Programm
Fernbedienung	Infrarot-Fernbedienung enthalten
Anschlüsse	HF-Ausgang, SCART, Cinch (Audio/Video)
Bildstabilisierung	JA (automatisch)
Kopierschutz	Macrovision
Reinigung	Videoköpfe mit Reinigungskassette säubern
Sicherheit	Kindersicherung, Netzstecker ziehen bei Gewitter
Zubehör	Fernbedienung, SCART-Kabel, Bedienungsanleitung

Häufig gestellte Fragen - VC-M20 SHARP

Wie schließe ich den Videorekorder Sharp VC-M20 an den Fernseher an?

Wie programmiere ich den Timer für Aufnahmen?

Warum erscheint kein Bild auf dem Fernseher?

Die Fernbedienung funktioniert nicht. Was kann ich tun?

Wie reinige ich die Videoköpfe?

Der Rekorder schaltet sich nicht ein. Mögliche Ursachen?

Kann ich mit dem VC-M20 auch aufnehmen, während ich fernsehe?

Welche Bandgeschwindigkeit soll ich wählen?

Die Aufnahme wird unscharf oder hat Bildstörungen. Was tun?

Kann ich den Videorekorder über HDMI anschließen?

BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG VC-M20 SHARP

SHARP

Operation Manual

for

Video Cassette Recorder

Model

VC-M20HM

includes step-by-step easy-to-follow instructions to install and use your VCR.

√ FEATURES:

• SHUTTLE RING
  • MID-DRIVE MECHANISM
  • AUTO-TUNING SYSTEM

- LONG PLAY (DOUBLES RECORDING/PLAYBACK TIME.)

SAFETY WARNINGS

For your safety and to guarantee the quality of the product, observe all warnings.

INFORMATION

These notes give additional information which complement the instructions.

CONTENTS

INSTALLATION

Unpacking the accessories....2

Ideal VCR location....3

Connecting the VCR to the TV and aerial 4

Tuning in the video channel 5

Tuning the VCR into the TV channels 7

Channel skip/search 9

Setting the clock 10

BASIC OPERATION

Introduction including viewing a video tape 11

RECORDING

To make an immediate recording 15

Simple timer....16

Delayed TIMER recordings (sequence of 8) 18

ADVANCED OPERATION

Tape remaining display 20

Tape counter and Zero Back function 20

Mode Lock 21

Skip Search 21

Digital Programme Search System (DPSS) 21

Auto-Repeat 22

OPTIONAL CONNECTIONS

Connecting a camcorder 23

HELPFUL HINTS

Connecting to the mains 24

Troubleshooting 25

Calling for service and Guarantee 26

The SHARP Product Range 27

Specifications Back Cover

UNPACKING THE ACCESSORIES

Check the accessories are supplied with your VCR.

REMOTE CONTROL operates VCR.

Illustration of two cylindrical batteries with positive and negative terminals (no text or symbols)

(TYPE AA) BATTERIES

For the remote control unit

Illustration of a twisted cable or wire with no text or symbols

COAXIAL CABLE connects VCR to TV.
IF ANY ACCESSORIES ARE MISSING, CONTACT YOUR DEALER.

To fit the batteries into the remote control:

Press 🙏 and slide the battery cover down over the back of the remote control.

Fit batteries: ⊕ to ⊕ terminal and ⊖ to ⊖.

Slide the battery cover back.

Remote Control:

• 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) 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 promptly.
• Incorrect use of batteries may cause them to leak or burst.

IDEAL VCR LOCATION

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• Place the VCR on a flat level surface away from radiators or other heat sources and out of direct sunlight.
• Allow ventilation space around the VCR and position away from curtains, carpets or other materials.

• Do not block the air vent openings.

• Keep VCR and video tapes away from magnetic sources such as speakers or microwave ovens.

• Place the VCR at least 8" (20 cm) away from the TV.

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Illustration of a hand holding a tool with a cross mark, next to a mechanical device (no text or symbols visible)

• Do not overload power sockets, this may cause fire or electric shock.
• Never pull the power cord to disconnect the plug from the mains.

• Insert the plug properly into the socket to avoid overheating, even fire.

• Avoid exposing the VCR to excessive dust, mechanical vibration or shock.

• Do not place any heavy object on top of the VCR.

Illustration of a mechanical assembly with layered components and a cross symbol (no text or labels)

Illustration of a hand holding a large rectangular object with a cross mark above it, no visible text or symbols.

- Do not insert or drop anything into the cassette compartment or through the air vents, as this could result in serious damage, fire or even electric shock.

- Do not place any heavy object or liquid on the VCR. If liquid drops inside the VCR unplug immediately and contact your SHARP dealer or a Service Facility approved by SHARP (see page 26).

Illustration of a vase with roses placed on top of a book (no text or symbols visible)

CONNECTING THE VCR TO THE TV AND AERIAL

graph TD
    A["1 Connect your existing aerial cable to the VCR using the ANTENNA IN socket."] --> B["2 Connect the VCR to the TV with the coaxial cable supplied using the RF OUT (VCR) and Aerial IN (TV) sockets."]
    B --> C["3 Connect the VCR plug to the mains socket. The VCR is now in STANDBY mode. The display at the front of the VCR will show: SHARP"]
    C --> D["OPTIONAL SCART CONNECTION (not supplied - see page 26). Connect the VCR to the TV with a SCART lead for improved reception."]

• To replace mains plugs and fuses, see CONNECTING TO THE MAINS, page 24.

TUNING IN THE VIDEO CHANNEL

graph LR
    A["Device 1"] -->|Press OPERATE to turn the VCR on. The display will appear:| B["Display"]
    B --> C["SHARP OUTPUT"]
    C --> D["Timer ON/OFF"]
    D --> E["Display"]

√ The TV is tuned to the VCR, now tune the VCR into the TV channels (see page 7).

If it is not possible to eliminate interference on the TV, connect the VCR to the TV using a SCART lead (see page 4) and switch off the RF modulator.

1

Press MODE for about 2 seconds, then press PLAY/X2. The display will show:

2

Press PLAY/X2 once to enter RF MODULATOR switching mode. The display will show:

3

To turn RF Modulator off (or on) press CHANNEL⊕ (or ⊖ .) The display will show:

4

Press MODE to re-set RF setting mode.

TUNING VCR INTO THE TV CHANNELS - AUTO TUNING

1

Press and hold CLOCK and MODE at the same time until the display flashes:

2

Press PLAY/X2 once. Auto-tuning starts and gives a programme number to good channels. The display will show the channel and programme being tuned, e.g.,

When auto-tuning is finished the display will go back to:

3

Check channels are tuned in your preferred order. Press CHANNEL ⊕ (or ⊖) to go to the next (or previous) programme number and channel.

For example, current programme

number is

press CHANNEL⊕

once; the channel will change and

the display will go to:

• If you are unsure which channel is being viewed through the VCR, check back to the TV.
• In some areas, auto-tuning may not tune in all programmes successfully or in your preferred order. In this case, use manual tuning (see next page).
• When the display shows _sp 00000 RV this indicates the AV channel, used for recording from an external source, for example a camcorder (see page 23.)

TUNING VCR INTO THE TV CHANNELS - MANUAL TUNING

Try auto-tuning first (previous page), then if channels are not tuned successfully or in your preferred order, use manual tuning to re-tune individual channels:

1

Press and hold CLOCK and MODE at the same time until the display flashes:

2

Press CHANNEL⊕ once for manual tuning. The display varies according to the programme number. For example, for programme 1 the display will flash:

Press PLAY/X2 once to confirm manual tuning.

3

To select the programme number you wish to re-tune press the CHANNEL ⊕ (or ⊖) to select the next (or previous) programme. The display will flash programme number, for example:

Press PLAY/X2 once to confirm programme number.

4

Press CHANNEL ⊕ to start channel search. When a strong signal is found, search will stop and display will flash the channel number, e.g.

Press CHANNEL ⊕ to continue the search, or press PLAY/X2 to store the channel and programme.

TUNING VCR INTO THE TV CHANNELS' - MANUAL TUNING

Check back to your T.V to ensure you have tuned in the correct channel into the VCR. Then return to the video channel. If the channels do not match, repeat Step 4.

To re-tune other channels, repeat from Step 1.

INSTALLATION

CHANNEL SKIP/SEARCH

1 Select the programme number you wish to skip using the CHANNEL +/- buttons.

graph TD
    A["2 Press and hold CLOCK and MODE at the same time until the display appears: AUTO"] --> B["3 Press CHANNEL ⊕ to select manual mode. Typical display: CH28 12"]
    B --> C["4 Press PLAY/X2 once and the programme number starts to flash. Typical display: CH28 12"]
    C --> D["5 To skip the programme number, press CLEAR."]

• To return to normal mode, press and hold CLOCK and MODE for about 2 seconds.
- Repeat Steps 1 through 5 to skip other programme numbers.

SETTING THE CLOCK

For example, to set the 12 hour clock to 9:03pm on December 11th, 1996.

1

Press and hold CLOCK until the display flashes:

or

(To select the alternative clock, press CHANNEL +.) Press CLOCK and the display will flash the time:

(12H)

or

(24H)

2

To set the present time, use the number buttons on the remote control. To set 9:03 pm, press 9 - 0 - 3 and the am/pm ⏻ button until pm appears:

Check the display shows the present time of day, then press CLOCK to confirm. Display will flash date and month:

3

To set the present date and month, use the number buttons on the remote control. To set 11th December, enter date first: 1 - 1, then month: 1 - 2.

Check the display shows the current date and month, then press CLOCK to confirm. The display will flash the year:

4

To set the year, use the number buttons on the remote control. To set 1996, enter the last two digits - press 9 - 6.

Check the display, then press

CLOCK to start the clock. The display returns to:

i

If you make a mistake, press CLOCK to exit, then start again.

√ Now the clock is set, you can make timed recordings (page 16).

Use of remote control and VCR:

• Where the remote control and the VCR are shown side by side in this operation manual, use either to operate a function.
• Please note the VPS/PDC button on the remote control does not work on this model.

Brief explanation of the digital display:

When you press DISPLAY, the display on the VCR changes.

- Tape counter: Counts video tape in real time and shows current position. When no video tape is loaded, display will show:

- Tape remaining: The VCR calculates the amount of video tape remaining. For example, if 1 hour 23 minutes of video tape remains, the display will appear:

(A video tape must be loaded - 📄 appears on the display.)

- Time of day: Shows current time of day, if set. For example, 1:20 pm appears:

Selection of programme number - There are two methods:

Select the next/previous programme number by pressing CHANNEL ⊕/⊖. The display will show the programme number, for example:

OR

Select the programme number by using the number buttons on the remote control. For example, for Programme 2, press

1. The display will show:

To change between single digit and 2-digit programme numbers, press Ⓥ. For example, to change from single to 2-digit entry, press Ⓥ then, for Programme 24, press 2 · 4.

Display will show:

CAUTION! BEFORE LOADING A VIDEO TAPE INTO THE VCR.

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 a few hours for the VCR to warm up before operating.

VIDEO TAPES:

• Use only video tapes which carry the

mark.

PAL

- Recording is only possible if the cassette erase-protection tab is in place.

- If the tab is removed and you wish to record on the tape, cover the gap with adhesive tape.

HEAD CLEANING

• If you use only good quality video tapes, it will not be necessary to clean the video heads. Indeed, frequent use of some types of cleaner will cause early failure of 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.
• Run a video tape in VISUAL SEARCH (see page 14) to remove minor contamination. 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.

VIEWING A VIDEO TAPE:

• Switch on the TV. Select the video channel.
• Carefully push a pre-recorded video tape into the cassette compartment as shown in the diagram. [oo] appears in the display. This will switch the VCR on.

Illustration of a hand pressing down on a device with an upward arrow indicating motion (no text or symbols present)

Cassette erase-protection tab

If the cassette erase-protection tab has been removed, VCR will start playback as soon as the video tape has been loaded. The VCR is now in auto-rental mode (see page 13.)

To start playback, press PLAY/X2 once.

For double speed playback without sound, press PLAY/X2 again.

To revert to normal playback, press PLAY/X2 again,

PICTURE DISTURBANCE

• The auto-tracking system reduces picture disturbance and engages automatically at the start of playback or when the VCR reaches a recorded section in a previously blank tape. - flashing in the display indicates auto-tracking engaging.
• To engage auto-tracking manually, press and hold CHANNEL ⊕ and ⊖ buttons together until the display flashes
• To adjust disturbance lines, press CHANNEL ⊕/⊖ to position picture interference off the screen.

Black-and-white illustration of a figure in traditional attire standing beside a wavy line, with no visible text or symbols.

AUTO-RENTAL MODE

If the VCR is switched off, and a cassette with the record protection tab removed is inserted, the VCR will automatically switch on, search the tape for the beginning of the recording and play it. At the end of the recording, the VCR will rewind, eject the tape and switch off.

BASIC OPERATION

REWIND AND FAST FORWARD REWIND

FAST FORWARD

VISUAL SEARCH (BACKWARD & FORWARD)

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL:

USING THE SHUTTLE RING

During playback, turn the shuttle ring left for backward ◀ and right ▶ for forward video search.

You switch between two search speeds as you turn the shuttle over halfway. Release ring to resume playback. Turn shuttle far left/right to lock search mode, then press PLAY/X2 once to resume playback.

• During search, noise bars will appear on the TV.
• The upper part of the picture may be skewed to one side with Long-Play (LP) tapes.

BASIC OPERATION

STILL FRAME AND SLOW MOTION PLAYBACK

• During still frame, turn the shuttle ring left and the VCR will go into backward video search. Turn the shuttle far left and visual search is locked.
• PAUSE mode will disengage after about 5 minutes.
• There will be some picture interference using these functions.

TO MAKE AN IMMEDIATE RECORDING

You can record the programme you are watching or on a different channel. The recording will continue until you press STOP or when the end of the tape is reached.

2

To change recording speed between Standard-Play (SP) and Long-Play (LP), press TAPE SPEED. SP or LP will appear on the display.

Standard-Play gives the best picture quality; Long-Play provides the longest recording time.

graph LR
    A["Start"] --> B{To pause during recording, press}
    B --> C["Pause/Still"]
    B --> D["Play/2"]
    B --> E["Select"]
    B --> F["STOP"]
    B --> G["RECY"]
    B --> H["RECY/STILL"]
    B --> I["Display will appear"]

graph LR
    A["STOP ▲EJECT"] --> B["To continue recording, press"]
    B --> C["REC. To stop recording, press"]
    C --> D["STOP once only."]
    D --> E["■ STOP"]
    E --> F["■ PLAY/2"]
    F --> G["TYPESPEED ZEROBACK"]
    G --> H["SAT/SEACH"]

• It is not necessary to set the clock to record immediately.
• If TV signal is weak, playback of recordings may be black and white rather than colour.

RECORDING

SIMPLE TIMER - TIMED SWITCH-OFF

You can start recording immediately and specify a stop time for recordings - useful perhaps when having an unexpected visitor or telephone call.

• The clock on the VCR must be set first (see page 10).
• Ensure the video tape loaded has a cassette erase-protection tab present (see page 12.)
• If TIMER appears on the display, press OPERATE twice before starting.

1

Select the programme number by using the number buttons on the remote control. For example, for Programme 2, press

1. The display will show:

To change between single digit and 2-digit programme numbers, press ⏻, then enter a 2-digit programme number.

2

To switch between recording in standard play (SP) and long play mode (LP), press TAPE SPEED.

i

Standard-Play gives the best picture quality; Long-Play provides the longest recording time.

3

Press ● REC once to start recording. To specify stop time, press ● REC again. Each additional press of ● REC will delay the stop time by 10 minutes. Adjust the number of minutes by pressing CHANNEL ⊕/⊖. Typical display:

i

To cancel recording and timed switch-off and press ■ STOP once.

RECORDING

SIMPLE TIMER - DELAYED START

Set a late start and stop time for a recording within the next 24 hours - useful when leaving the house or going to bed.

• The clock on the VCR must be set first (see page 10).
• Ensure the video tape loaded has a cassette erase-protection tab present (see page 12).
• If TIMER appears on the display, press OPERATE twice before starting.

1

Select the programme number by using the number buttons on the remote control. For example, for Programme 2, press

1. The display will show:

To change between single digit and 2-digit programme numbers, press Ⓥ, then enter a 2-digit programme number.

SIMPLE TIMER - DELAYED START

2

To change recording speed between Standard-Play (SP) and Long-Play (LP), press TAPE SPEED. SP or LP will appear on the display.

i

Standard-Play gives the best picture quality; Long-Play provides the longest recording time.

3

To set start time, press TIME. Each additional press delays the start time by 10 minutes. To fine tune the start time, press CHANNEL + (or -). The display will flash the stop time:

i

If no further button is pressed within 8 seconds, the VCR will revert to former mode.

graph LR
    A["Device"] -->|5 Press OPERATE to turn the VCR into stand-by mode.| B["Sharp Video Cassette Recorder"]
    B --> C["OPERATE ON/OFF"]
    C --> D["24s"]
    C --> E["2"]
    C --> F["3"]
    C --> G["ASP BY"]

i

• To confirm start time of recording, press OPERATE to bring out of stand-by mode, then TIME; to check stop time, press ●REC. Then press OPERATE.
• To clear instant timed recordings, press OPERATE to bring out of stand-by mode. Press TIME, then CLEAR on the remote control.
• Recording will start at the set time. After recording, the VCR will go into stand-by mode.

DELAYED RECORDINGS (SEQUENCE OF 8)

This feature allows you make up to 8 delayed recordings up to a year in advance.

• The clock on the VCR must be set first (see page 10).
• This function will not work if an instant timed recording is set (page 16-17) - 📄 appears on the display.
• Ensure a video tape is loaded with a cassette erase-protection tab (see page 12).

(At the end of programming, if a video tape is not loaded, TIMER flashes on the display to indicate recording is not possible. If the cassette erase-protection tab has been removed from the tape, it will be ejected.)

For example:

Recording programme 3 in Standard Play (SP) from 9:05pm to 10:30pm on December 6th.

i If no further button is pressed within 1 minute, the VCR reverts to former mode.

DELAYED RECORDINGS (SEQUENCE OF 8)

4

The display will flash the current time. Enter the start time for the recording by using the number keys - Hours first, then minutes. (When entering less than 10 minutes, add a zero before the number.) For example, for 9:05pm start, press 9 - 0 - 5, then until pm appears:

5

Press PROG and then enter the stop time for the recording by using the number buttons - hours first, then minutes.

(When entering less than 10 minutes, add a zero before the number.)

For 10:30pm stop, press 1 - 0 - 3 - 0, then until pm appears. Display will appear:

6

Press PROG and the programme number will flash. Using the number buttons, press 0 - 3 to select Programme 3. To switch between single and double digit programme numbers, press Ⓛ.

7

To switch between recording in standard play (SP) and long play mode (LP), press TAPE SPEED. Press PROG.

8

Press TIMER ON/OFF once. TIMER will appear in the display.

• When TIMER appears on the display you must press TIMER ON/OFF to use the VCR normally, but remember to press again after use otherwise your recordings will not be made.
• To check: Ensure TIMER does not appear on the display (if it does, press TIMER ON/OFF). Press PROG, select recording number to be checked using CHANNEL⊕/⊖. Press PROG until date, start and stop time have appeared, press again and display returns to current time.
  • To cancel TIMER: Ensure TIMER does not appear on the display. Press PROG; select recording number you wish to cancel; then press CLEAR. Press CLOCK on the VCR to return to current time.
• During recording: Press ▲ STOP to cancel recording.

TAPE REMAINING DISPLAY

When a video tape is loaded into the VCR, the amount of tape remaining is calculated in hours and minutes - this may be useful in determining whether there is sufficient tape to make a recording. When a video tape is loaded and movement begins, tape remaining is calculated for you automatically.

• Do not interrupt the tape remaining calculation.
• If less than 5 minutes of tape remains, the display will flash. (This does not work with instant timed recordings.)
  • The tape remaining indication is only an approximate guide.

ADVANCED OPERATION

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.

Press DISPLAY until tape counter appears, for example:

This feature locks any mode in operation (including Power-off) until the MODE LOCK is pressed again to release.

Press and hold Ⓞ for about 2 seconds to engage MODE LOCK.

The display on the VCR will flash - 📄 and then remain lit.

If the power is interrupted for more 1 minute, MODE LOCK may disengage.

TO DISENGAGE MODE LOCK:

Press and hold Ⓞ on the remote control for about 2 seconds. The display on the VCR will flash - Ⓞ . The symbol Ⓞ will disappear from the display.

ADVANCED OPERATION

SKIP SEARCH

During playback, pressing this button allows you to skip search a section of tape.

Press SKIP SEARCH for forward video search. The number of times you press the button determines the forward search time:

1 press = 30 seconds:

2 presses = 60 seconds:

3 presses = 90 seconds.

4 presses = 120 seconds. After searching, normal playback will resume automatically.

ADVANCED OPERATION

DIGITAL PROGRAMME SEARCH SYSTEM (DPSS)

DPSS locates the start of one in a series of programmes.

graph TD
    A["ADC"] --> B["PI"]
    B --> C["PLL2"]
    C --> D["BIFF"]
    D --> E["TAF-STD DAC"]
    E --> F["SNP SEARCH"]
    F --> G["DC"]
    G --> H["+"]
    H --> I["JPSS"]
    I --> J["Ground"]

Press and hold DPSS + / - to locate a previous/following programme you wish to go to.

The DPSS number on the display relates to the current video tape position. For example, if you press DPSS + until 3 appears on the display, DPSS will locate the third recording after the current one.

DPSS indexes programmes on a video tape.

DPSS:

• To cancel, press STOP or PLAY/X2.
- Does not work during slow, still, recording/recording stand-by modes.
- Starting point of recordings may vary.
- If recordings are too close (within 3 minutes) - DPSS may not work.
- If tape winds to the end or beginning, DPSS is cancelled.
- For use with video tapes recorded on a VCR with the DPSS function.

ADVANCED OPERATION

AUTO-REPEAT

This feature plays back the entire video tape repeatedly.

To cancel or stop AUTO REPEAT press 📋 on the remote control. The symbol 📋 will disappear from the display on the VCR.

CONNECTING TO THE MAINS

Illustration of a mechanical device with no visible text or symbols

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 not in use for several months.

TO REPLACE THE FUSE:

You must use a 3-amp fuse, marked ASTA or BS-1362. Remove the fuse cover (as shown). Replace the fuse and re-fit the fuse cover securely into the plug.

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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 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:

$$ \begin{array}{l} \text { blue } = \text { neutral } \ \text { brown } = \text { live. } \ \end{array} $$

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 brown nor 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.

PROBLEM	ANSWER	PAGE
VCR will not respond to any commands	Check MODE LOCK is not engaged.Safety device is operating: unplug VCR for 2 minutes, then reset clock.	21
Display is not working, and operate button will not function	Make sure the power cord is plugged in.Check the fuse in the plug.Make sure the wall socket has power (plug another appliance in).	24
Operate button will not function - TIMER appears in display	Press the TIMER ON/OFF button to disengage timer.	19
Test signal cannot be received on TV when setting-up	Make sure VCR is switched on, and TEST SIG switch is set to ON.Make sure RF MODULATOR is switched on.	5-6
Cassette cannot be loaded	Make sure there is no other tape in the VCR.Make sure the tape is loaded properly.	12
VCR cannot be operated by remote control	Remote control is too far away from the main unit.Point the remote control at the VCR.Batteries are flat - replace both.Batteries have not been inserted correctly.VCR is positioned in strong light.	2-3
No picture appears or colour is not correct during playback.	Make sure TV is set to the video channel.RF converter output channel adjuster.Check all connecting cables.	5-6
Rewind is not possible.	Make sure tape is not at the start.	13
Picture does not change even though CHANNEL +/- buttons are pressed.	Make sure VCR is not in timer or clock setting mode.Make sure VCR is not in the channel setting mode.	10/19
Desired programme position cannot be selected.	The programme position has been set to be skipped.Cancel the skip mode for that channel.	9
No colour or poor TV picture on normal viewing.	Make sure all the cables are connected properly.Make sure VCR power cord is properly plugged in.	24
Play back picture is snowy.	Adjust the tracking using CHANNEL +/- buttons.Try another tape.The video heads may have been contaminated refer to a SHARP Service Facility (see page xx)	12/13/26
Cassette is automatically ejected when pressing REC or TIMER ON/OFF buttons.	The cassette erase-protection tab has been removed.	12

• If you are unable to resolve a problem using the checks above, do not remove the cabinet or attempt to service this VCR yourself.
• 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.

Sharp Customer Information Centre: Tel. [phone]

• Please note that for repairs during the guarantee period, you will need to produce proof of purchase.
  • SCART leads can be obtained from the SHARP Parts Centre: Tel. [phone]. Most credit/debit cards accepted.

HELPFUL HINTS

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 Customer Information Centre 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 Customer Centre on the number given below.

Sharp Customer Information Centre - Telephone Lo-Call - 0345 125387

Please note that all calls are charged at local rate.

THE SHARP PRODUCT RANGE

SHARP was founded in 1915 by Tokuji Hayakawa who invented the world's first propelling pencil and from that day to this SHARP has been famous for its technological innovations. SHARP was the first to produce microwave oven with a turntable - a method now universally accepted as the best, when TV broadcasting was in its infancy SHARP was already mass producing TV's, SHARP was the first to produce an electronic calculator with an LCD panel and today it is famous for its LCDs that are used worldwide in numerous applications.

SHARP make a wide range of consumer products including Facsimiles, Photocopiers, Telephones, Printers, Computers and LCD Projectors. Our current product range includes:

- Colour Televisions with Nicam Digital Sound for superb picture and sound performance. Features such as Auto-Sort tuning, AI Optical Picture Control and Double Page Viewing Fasttext Systems.

- Televideos - combining TV with Video in a compact, stylish unit for convenience.

• Viewcam - The world's first camcorder to sport a 4-inch colour LCD screen to allow ease of use recording and playback including sound. You can film at high or low angles and even film yourself!

- LCD Video Projectors capable of producing bright, clear images and complete with speakers and amplifiers. Some models are capable of ceiling mounting with remote control

- Audio Products - it may seem that CD was born only yesterday, yet already SHARP have perfected the art of crystal clear CD digital sound - from the breathtakingly brilliant Minidisk to the equally unique see-through 5-disc CD Train. The SHARP Audio range comprises - Personal, Portable, Micro, Mini or Midi systems, you can be sure it's your kind of style, your kind of music and your kind of price.

- Microwave Ovens - the SHARP range is extensive from Compact to Family sized Microwave, Grill/Microwave and Combination Ovens. SHARP have recently launched LogiCook, the world's first thinking Microwave Oven. The LogiCook programme is designed to cook Microwave-Ready convenience meals and reheat drinks. Its revolutionary combination of Neural Network and Humidity sensor means that all you have to do is put your meal in the oven, press the LogiCook key and the oven does the rest for you!

For a SHARP brochure or stockist, please Freephone 0800 262958.

SPECIFICATIONS

Format:	VHS PAL standard
Video recording system:	Two rotary heads, helical scan
Video signal system:	PAL colour or monochrome signals: 625 lines
Maximum playing time:	480 min. with E-240 video cassette in (Long Play) LP mode
Tape width:	12.7 mm
Tape speed:	23.39mm/sec. Standard Play (SP): 11.70 mm/sec. Long Play (LP)
Antenna:	75Ω unbalanced
Reception channels:	UHF channel 21-69
RF output signal:	UHF channel 30-39 (preset to 36 (591.25Mhz))
Power requirement:	AC 230-240V, 50Hz.
Power consumption:	15W (approx.)
Operating temperature:	5°C to 40°C
Storage temperature:	-20°C to 55°C
Video input:	1.0 Vp-p, 75Ω
Video output:	1.0 VP-p, 75Ω
Audio input:	Line: -3.8 dBs, 47kΩ
Audio output:	Line: -3.8dBs, 1kΩ
Dimensions:	380 (W) x 290.3 (D) x 91.8 (H) mm
Weight:	3.5kg (approx.)
Supplied accessories:	75Ω coaxial cable, operation manual, remote control, AA battery (x2)

• Specifications are subject to change without notice as part of our policy of continuous improvement.
• This equipment complies with the requirements of Directives 89/336/EEC and 72/23/EWG as amended by 93/68/EEC.
• No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored or transmitted in any form without prior permission from SHARP Electronics (U.K.) Ltd.
• No liability is accepted for any inaccuracies or omissions in this publication, although every possible care has been taken to make it complete and accurate as possible.

SHARP ELECTRONICS (U.K.) Ltd.

Manchester, U.K.

Customer Information .... LoCall 0345 1253

Parts Centre 0161 205 7531