VC-S2000GM - VCR SHARP - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL VC-S2000GM SHARP

Important notes on your VCR 2

Unpacking the accessories....3

INSTALLING YOUR VCR

Connecting the VCR to the TV, aerial and satellite receiver....4

Alternative Connection....5

Auto Installation....6

BASIC OPERATION

Scart lead connection (not supplied) 10

Important notes on your VCR and video tapes 10

How to playback a video tape....10

Sharp Super Picture 11

3D-Digital Noise Reduction (DNR)/Time Base Correction (TBC)......11

Pausing and slow motion....11

Fast forwarding/rewinding a video tape....12

Immediate recording....12

Tape speed selection....12

S-VHS ET (Expansion Technology) 13

Direct TV recording 14

How to use SHOWVIEW to make a recording 15

How to set a delayed recording 17

Checking, changing and cancelling a recording 19

ADVANCED OPERATION

Audio and your VCR 20

Audio dubbing....22

Digital display 24

Playback of a video tape 25

Checking the amount of tape remaining 25

Playing back a video tape repeatedly 25

Playing back an NTSC tape 26

Super-VHS (S-VHS) 26

Mode selection....27

Searching the video tape 29

Skip searching the video tape 29

Digital Programme Search System (DPSS) 29

Remote control operation of TV 30

Recording from other equipment 31

Decoder switching operation....32

SPECIAL FEATURES ON YOUR VCR

Powersave mode 33

Child lock....34

CUSTOMISED INSTALLATION

Manually tuning a channel 35

Satellite receiver installation....36

Manually sorting channels....37

Sorting the channels into your preferred order 37

Deleting channels....38

Re-naming channels 39

Changing the on-screen display language....40

Manually setting the clock 40

MORE INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR VCR

VCR digital display 41

Selecting the output from the VCR 41

On-screen display....42

Manufacturers codes for satellite receivers 43

Specifications....44

Troubleshooting 45

VCR reset 47

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.

Illustration of various household appliances and devices with X marks, no text or symbols present

UNPACKING THE ACCESSORIES

CHECK ALL THESE ACCESSORIES ARE SUPPLIED WITH YOUR VCR. CONTACT YOUR DEALER IF ANY ARE MISSING.

TV OPEN/SEE ▼ CHANNEL ▲ REMOTE CONTROL For a more detailed picture of your remote control refer to page (ii).. TW VCR SHARP VIDEO CASSITTE RECORDER

(TYPE AA/R6/UM3) BATTERIES (X2)

for the remote control unit.

RF CONNECTION CABLE

connects the VCR to the TV.

Illustration of a hand holding a remote control with battery and switch (no text or symbols)

Battery cover

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.

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.

CONNECTING THE VCR TO THE TV, AERIAL AND SATELLITE RECEIVER

graph TD
    A["AERIAL OR CATV CABLE"] -->|1| B["Connect your existing aerial cable to the ANTENNA IN SOCKET on your VCR."]
    B -->|2| C["Connect your TV to the VCR using the supplied RF connection cable, i.e. connect the VCR RF OUT socket to the TV AERIAL IN SOCKET."]
    C -->|3| D["Connect the VCR to the mains"]
    D --> E["Optional: Connect your Satellite receiver or decoder to the VCR using a scart lead to LINE 2 IN/DECODER SOCKET on the VCR."]
    E --> F["Decoder Unit OR SATELLITE SYSTEM"]
    F --> G["Back of Television"]
    G --> H["Optional SCART (not supplied). If you have a scart lead connect it to your TV and LINE 1 IN/OUT SOCKET on the VCR."]
    H --> I["- The advantage of a Scart connection is improved picture and sound quality during playback."]

• Do not connect a SCART lead if you wish to tune the VCR RF channel, depending on your TV.
• To obtain stereo sound output, connect your stereo TV to the AUDIO OUT terminals using audio phono leads or to the LINE 1 IN/OUT terminal using SCART leads as shown.
  • Sound from RF OUT terminal is MONO only.
• If your TV has more than 1 SCART socket, refer to your TV operation manual for correct SCART connection to the VCR.
  • For NEXTVIEW LINK operation, a fully wired scart cable must be used.

√ The VCR is correctly connected

ALTERNATIVE CONNECTION

S-VIDEO

The conventional input and output sockets of a VCR are the luminance signal (Y) and the colour signal (C) combined, which are recorded on the video tape. The S-Video Socket allows separate transmission of signals to enhance picture clarity.

AMPLIFIER AUDIO CABLE (ALTERNATIVE) AUDIO CABLE S-VIDEO CABLE RF CABLE AERIAL OR CATV CABLE MAINS CABLE

The Audio out sockets on the VCR must be connected to either the TV or a separate amplifier when using the S-Video connection for Audio to be heard.

√ The VCR is correctly connected

AUTO INSTALLATION

SATELLITE RECEIVER / CABLE BOX CONTROL

If you have a satellite receiver or cable box connected to your VCR you can automatically install the satellite channels using this feature. 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 INSTALLATION PROCEDURE:

1. Connect your satellite receiver to the VCR as previously shown.
2. Place the satellite receiver near the VCR (ideally on the top). This ensures that the reflected infrared signals from the VCR which control the satellite receiver can reach it unimpeded.
3. Ensure all the channels you wish to be tuned are within channel positions 1-99 on your satellite receiver as the VCR will only tune the first 99 channels - refer to your satellite receiver operation manual for instructions on moving channels.

4. Ensure the receiver is not in any special mode.

5. 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.

6. SHARP cannot guarantee this feature will work with all satellite receivers and cable boxes.
   • See the list of satellite receiver manufacturers codes at the end of this manual.

All information relevant to satellite receiver control will display this symbol.

AUTO INSTALLATION

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. Select an unused channel on your TV for your VCR (there may be a dedicated video channel refer to your TV operation manual).
3. Press STOP. The VCR will search and display the ideal RF channel.
   • If you are connected via a scart lead, go to step 5.

SHARP

Example:

CH 36 RF

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 below.

1. Tune the selected channel on your TV (refer to your TV manual) until the menu screen appears.
2. Press SET to store the RF channel setting and continue with the installation.

AUTO INSTALLATION PRESS SET KEY TO START. AUTOMATISCHE EINSTELLUNG ZUM BEGINN, DIE SET-TASTE DRÜCKEN. SET :EINGABE MENU:ENDE Blue background with White Text

NOTE:

- If you have a preferred channel, the RF channel can be set manually (21-69) after Step 3 using (▲ / ▼) keys.

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 can be turned OFF and ON at Point 3 by pressing the CLEAR button then continue with the installation. This will help minimise interference.

√ The TV is tuned to the VCR.

AUTO INSTALLATION

1. Press ( ▲ / ▼ ) to select your language and press SET to confirm.
2. Press ( ▲ / ▼ ) to select your country and press SET to confirm.
3. Ensure your AERIAL/SCART cable is connected to your VCR and then press SET to confirm
4. SAT CONTROL will be highlighted.

- If you do have a satellite receiver connected to the VCR continue from point 10.

- If you do not have a satellite receiver connected to the VCR leave SAT CONTROL set to OFF and press SET.

1. 

SAT RECEIVER SAT CONTROL ON OFF → INPUT RFIN L2 SAT NO. 001 PLEASE CONNECT----- SAT L2 VCR ▲▼ : SELECT ▶ : CHANGE SET : ENTER MENU : EXIT

The VCR will attempt to copy the TV preset list (NexTView 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 automatically installed. (Auto install may take a few minutes.)

On completion the MOVE menu will appear showing the preset channel order. By pressing the Mode OSD button, the VCR will change to a blue background. This may help you see which channels your VCR has tuned in. Press MENU to exit. 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.

If you wish to customise the channel order refer to MANUALLY SORTING CHANNELS.

All the programmes should now be correctly tuned in and the clock set.

Points 10-15. (Satellite/Cable Box Control only)

1. Select Channel 1 on your satellite receiver.
2. Press (◀/▶), to set SAT CONTROL to ON.
3. Press (▲ / ▼), to select INPUT. L2 will be highlighted.

If the VCR is not connected to the satellite receiver as shown previously:

i. Your satellite receiver should be connected to the Antenna (RF in on the back of the VCR) select RF IN using (◀/▶) You will need to tune the VCR into the Satellite receiver.
ii. Press (▲ / ▼) to select CHANNEL.
iii. 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 the Mode OSD button, the VCR will change to a blue background. This may help you see which channel your VCR has tuned in.

AUTO INSTALLATION

1. Press (▲ / ▼) to select SAT NO. Turn 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.
2. If your satellite receiver has changed to preset channel 12, press SET to confirm the VCR will automatically install both satellite and terrestrial channels. (This may take a few minutes).
3. The VCR will attempt to copy the TV preset list (NexTView 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.)

On completion the MOVE menu will appear showing the preset channel order. By pressing the Mode OSD button, the VCR will change to a blue background. This may help you see which channels your VCR has tuned in. Press MENU to exit. 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.

If you wish to customise the channel order refer to MANUALLY SORTING CHANNELS.

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 14.
• If your satellite receiver is not listed at the end of this manual or after entering all the numbers listed for your receiver, the satellite receiver preset channel has still not changed to 12, enter 0 0 1, and look to see if the satellite receiver has changed to preset channel 12. If it has, continue from point 14. If not, press ▶ to select 0 0 2 and re-check. Continue until your receiver changes to preset 12, then continue from point 14.
• If there is still no response from your satellite receiver, try adjusting its position to improve the Infra Red VCR to satellite receiver reception.
• Auto-installation will stop when the satellite receiver reaches preset channel 99, or when all the 99 VCR preset channels have been used.
• The VCR will place all found terrestrial channels starting at preset 1, then all satellite channels from the first available preset channel after the terrestrial channels.

All the programmes should now be correctly tuned in and the clock set.

If you replace your satellite receiver, you will need to follow the complete auto-installation procedure to tune your VCR to the satellite receiver. This is because your new satellite receiver will not over-write the previous satellite channels in your VCR.

If you connect a satellite receiver to the VCR for the first time, after auto-installation, see SATELLITE RECEIVER / CABLE BOX INSTALLATION.

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 VHS PAL SECAM mark for VHS and S-VHS ET recording and playback.
  • Use video tapes with the SVHS 625 for Super VHS recordings and playback.

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.

1. To start playback, press PLAY/X2 (▶) once.

Illustration of a hand pressing down on a device panel with directional arrows (no text or symbols)

Record protection tab

• For double speed playback (without sound), press PLAY/X2 (▶) again.
  • To revert to normal playback, press PLAY/X2 (▶) again.
  • To stop the video tape, press STOP (■).
  • To eject the tape press ▲ EJECT on the VCR.

SHARP SUPER PICTURE

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. on the VCR front panel.

3D-DIGITAL NOISE REDUCTION (DNR)/TIME BASE CORRECTION (TBC)

3D-DNR will reduce the black, white and colour noise, enhancing the picture quality. The TBC will reduce jitter and fluctuation. Both functions are linked together and only work during playback. Select ON or OFF by pressing the 3D-DNR/TBC button on the front of the VCR.

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 CHANNEL ▲ or ▼ to position picture interference off the TV screen. (Manual Tracking)
• Press CHANNEL ▲ and ▼ buttons together to start Auto Tracking.

PAUSING AND SLOW MOTION

1. Press PLAY/X2 (▶) to start the video tape playing.
2. To pause the video tape, press PAUSE/STILL (II).
   • To minimise jitter whilst in pause mode press CHANNEL ▲ or ▼.
3. Press PLAY/X2 (▶) to resume playback.
4. To playback in slow motion (without sound) press ▶ SLOW 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 using the CHANNEL ▲ or ▼ during slow motion playback.
5. Press PLAY/X2 (▶) to resume playback.

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 Pause and Slow functions.
  • PAUSE mode will disengage after about 5 minutes.

1. Press STOP (■) to stop the video tape.
2. Press FAST FORWARD (▶▶)/REWIND (◀◀) 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 for continuous search mode, press FAST FORWARD (▶▶)/REWIND (◀◀) on the remote control, or on the VCR front panel.
2. To decrease the speed, press FAST FORWARD (▶▶) / REWIND (◀◀) on the remote control or VCR front panel again.
3. Press PLAY/X2 (▶) to resume playback.

NOTE:

- 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 by using the number buttons on the remote control, or select the next/previous channel by pressing CHANNEL (▲ or ▼).

To change between single digit and 2-digit channel numbers, press AM/PM 111. For example, for channel 24, press AM/PM 111 then press 2 4.

TAPE SPEED SELECTION

	Cassette Length E-240	Recording Time In Minutes
Your VCR has three tape speeds: SP (Standard Play), LP (Long Play) and EP (Extended Play). Press the TAPE SPEED button on the remote control to select the desired setting.	SP	240
	LP	480
	EP	720
It is recommended that EP recordings are only played back on the VCR on which they were originally recorded.

Please refer to the Troubleshooting section of this manual for a more detailed explanation of VHS/S-VHS cassettes and formats.

IMMEDIATE RECORDING

S-VHS ET (EXPANSION TECHNOLOGY)

By selecting this function, your VCR will record a virtual S-VHS recording on a standard VHS tape. This will help increase picture quality. This function will only work when S-VHS in the Mode Menu is selected to Auto and the VCR is in SP mode.

• High Grade tapes are highly recommended for Super VHS ET recording.
- It is recommended that you mark your cassette with Super VHS ET, if it has been recorded in the Super VHS ET format.

You can record the channel you are watching or a different channel.

1. Insert a video tape into your VCR.
2. Select the channel you wish to record on the VCR.
3. To start recording, press REC (●).
4. To pause during recording, press PAUSE/ STILL (II).
5. To continue recording, press REC (●).
6. To stop recording, press STOP (■) once.

SIMPLE TIMED RECORDING:

1. Insert a video tape into your VCR.
2. Select the channel you wish to record on the VCR.
3. To start recording, press REC (●).
4. To specify a stop time, press REC (●).
5. Each additional press of REC (●) will delay the stop time by 10 minutes.
6. To stop recording at any time, press STOP (■) once.

STOP 15:30

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.

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 POWERSAVE/STANDBY or OPERATE mode.

• If 📄 appears on the VCR display, press TIMER ON/OFF before starting.
  • Ensure a video tape is inserted in the VCR.

• Select either S-VHS AUTO or OFF in the Mode Menu for your preferred recording format.

• To start the recording, press and hold DIRECT TV REC for 2 seconds.

• To pause during recording, press PAUSE (II).

• To continue recording, press REC (●).

• To stop recording, press STOP (☐).

NOTES:

• 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. Showview

3. Manually (DELAYED RECORDING)

• If ☐ appears on the VCR display, press TIMER ON/OFF before starting.
• Check that the clock is displaying the correct time.
• Select either S-VHS AUTO or OFF in the Mode Menu for your preferred recording format.

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 TIMER ON/OFF 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 ☐ flashes a video tape has not been inserted into the VCR.
• During recording, press STOP (☐) to cancel the recording. If there are further recordings to be made, the VCR will return to TIMER STANDBY.

HOW TO USE SHOWVIEW TO MAKE A RECORDING

• If ☐ appears on the VCR display, press TIMER ON/OFF before starting.
• Check that the clock is displaying the correct time.
• Select either S-VHS AUTO or OFF in the Mode Menu for your preferred recording format.

SHOWVIEW allows you to program the VCR to record up to eight programmes using the SHOWVIEW numbers published in TV listings...

1. Press SHOWVIEW on the remote control
2. Enter the SHOWVIEW number from the TV listing using the NUMBER BUTTONS.

→SHOWVIEW NO. - ONCE WEEKLY DAILY

NOTE:

- An ERROR message will appear if you have entered a number that is not a current SHOWVIEW number. If this happens press CLEAR to delete the numbers as required and enter the correct SHOWVIEW number

1. Press (▲ / ▼) to select ONCE, WEEKLY, DAILY
2. If you want to make additional recordings at the same time each day or week, then use (◀/▶) to select the WEEKLY, or DAILY option as appropriate.
3. Press SET to confirm..

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 SHOWVIEW menu, and re-enter the correct SHOWVIEW number

The first time that you use SHOWVIEW to make a recording on each channel Preset, (PR) may be highlighted on the menu.

1. Enter the channel 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.

You may also access the SHOWVIEW menu by the following procedure:

i. Press MENU.
ii. The SHOWVIEW option will be highlighted. Press SET to confirm.

Continue from step 2 above.

HOW TO USE SHOWVIEW TO MAKE A RECORDING

7. If you wish to change the RECORDING

SPEED, use the (◀/▶) to highlight SP.

Press ( ▲ / ▼ ) to select standard play (SP), long play (LP) or extended play (EP), as required.

8. (See NOTE below). For VPS/PDC setting use

(◀/▶) to highlight the final column. Using the (▲/▼) will select VPS/PDC ON or OFF (* = ON ■ = OFF).

9. Press SET to confirm the programme. The

SHOWVIEW menu will reappear. If you wish to enter further SHOWVIEW recordings repeat this procedure.

10. When you have completed entering timer

settings, press MENU to remove the menu from the TV screen.

11. Press TIMER ON/OFF once to place the VCR

in TIMER POWERSAVE OR TIMER STAND-BY

mode. ☐ will be shown on the display.

• 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 ☐ 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 POWERSAVE OR TIMER STAND-BY.

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. 12-hour clock operation can be selected from the manual clock setting menu.

12-hour clock am/pm can be selected using the AM/PM 1/11 button on the remote control.

• If ☐ appears on the VCR display, press TIMER ON/OFF before starting.
• Check that the clock is displaying the correct time.
• Select either S-VHS AUTO or OFF in the Mode Menu for your preferred recording format.

SETTING A RECORDING

For example: Recording a programme on channel 3 from 21:05 to 22:30 on July 9th.

1. Press STOP (■) to switch on the VCR.
2. Press MENU.
3. Press (▲ / ▼) to select TIMER. Press SET to confirm.
4. The position which is initially highlighted is the next available timer record entry. Press SET to confirm this.
5. The display will automatically show today's date.

Either: If this is the date you wish to make the recording on, press SET to confirm this.

Or: enter the recording date using the( ▲ / ▼ ) or 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).

1. Then press SET to confirm.
2. If you want to make additional recordings at the same time each day or week, use (▲ / ▼) or select D (daily) or W (weekly). Then press SET to confirm.
3. Enter the channel using the (▲ / ▼) or the NUMBER BUTTONS. For example to record a programme on channel 3, press 0 3. Then press SET to confirm.

MENU SCREEN

TIMER MODE SET UP ▲▼ : SELECT SET : ENTER MENU: EXIT

1. Enter the start time using the (▲ / ▼) or the NUMBER BUTTONS hours first then minutes (when entering less than 10 minutes add a '0' before the number), for example for 21:05 start, press 2 1 0 5. Then press SET to confirm.
2. Enter the stop time, for example for 22:30 stop, press 2 2 3 0.
3. If you wish to change the RECORDING SPEED, use the (◀/▶) to highlight SP. Press (▲/▼) to select standard play (SP), long play (LP), or extended play (EP), as required.
4. (See note below). For VPS/PDC setting use the (◀/▶) to highlight the final column. Using the (▲/▼) will select VPS/PDC ON or OFF (* = ON - = OFF).
5. Press SET to confirm.

- The MENU now shows all the timer settings you have entered. If you wish to make additional timer recordings, repeat this procedure.

1. When you have completed entering timer settings, press MENU to remove the menu from the TV screen.

2. Press TIMER ON/OFF once to place the VCR in TIMER POWERSAVE OR TIMER STAND-BY mode. ☐ will be shown on the display.

DATE PR START STOP 1 / 2 21 / 06 02 12 : 00 13 : 00 SP * 9 / 07 D03 21 : 05 - - - SP * - - / - - - - - - - - - - - - / - - - - - - - - - - - - -

DATE PR START STOP 1 / 2 21 / 06 02 12 : 00 13 : 00 SP * 9 / 07 D03 21 : 05 22 : 30 LP * -- / -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -

DATE PR START STOP 1 / 2 21 / 06 02 12 : 00 13 : 00 SP * 9 / 07 D03 21 : 05 22 : 30 LP - -- / -- -- - : - - - : - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

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 ☐ 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 POWERSAVE OR TIMER STAND-BY.

HOW TO SET A DELAYED RECORDING

CHECKING, CHANGING AND CANCELLING A RECORDING

CHECKING A RECORDING

1. If in TIMER STANDBY mode, press TIMER ON/OFF to exit.
2. Press STOP to switch on the VCR.
3. Press MENU.

4. Press (▲ / ▼) to select TIMER. Press SET to confirm.

5. All the delayed recordings in the VCR's memory will be shown.

6. You can check the settings and change or cancel them.

CHANGING A RECORDING

1. Follow steps 1 to 4 of CHECKING A RECORDING.
2. If you wish to change a delayed recording, press (▲ / ▼) to highlight the recording, then press SET.
3. Press (◀/▶) to highlight the setting to be changed and correct it by using the (▲ / ▼) or the NUMBER BUTTONS.
4. When all corrections are complete press SET, then press MENU.

1. Follow steps 1 to 4 of CHECKING A RECORDING.
2. If you wish to cancel a delayed recording, press (▲ / ▼) to highlight the recording to be cancelled, then press CLEAR.
3. Press MENU.

MENU SCREEN

TIMER MODE SET UP ▲ ▼ : SELECT SET : ENTER MENU : EXIT

- If there are some programmes to be recorded, do not forget to press TIMER ON/OFF button to return the VCR to TIMER POWERSAVE OR TIMER STAND-BY mode.

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 AUDIO OUT once. The LEFT audio channel will be sent to BOTH speakers. L will appear on the VCR display.
• Press AUDIO OUT twice. The RIGHT audio channel will be sent to BOTH speakers. R will appear on the VCR display.
• Press AUDIO OUT three times. The MONO track will be sent to BOTH speakers. L and R will disappear from the VCR display.
• Pressing AUDIO OUT a fourth time, normal Hi-Fi stereo sound will be heard. L and R will appear on the VCR display.

NICAM/IGR HI-FI STEREO SOUND

Your VCR can receive and record programmes broadcast in NICAM or IGR sound (the factory pre-set condition for NICAM is AUTO). NICAM or IGR sound may not be stereo, this depends on the programme being received.

Audio is automatically recorded in two different ways:

(i) Hi-Fi: Using specialised rotary heads, two audio signals are recorded on to the tape. These will be stereo, mono or bilingual depending on the sound being received.

(ii) Normal: A mono recording is also made on the conventional analogue audio track.

1. Press MENU to display the main menu on the screen.

2. Press (▲ / ▼) to select MODE.

3. Press SET. NICAM will be selected.

4. Press (◀/▶) to select OFF.

5. Press SET, to return to the menu screen.

6. Press MENU, to exit to normal screen.

NICAM AUTO OFF COLOUR AUTO PAL MESECAM

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.
• If the sound contains 'crackling' or 'popping' noises the sound quality may be improved by adjusting the tracking using CHANNEL ▼ / ▲.
• If the poor quality is for a long period the VCR will automatically select the mono track and the sound will be in mono.
• Not all TV transmitters provide NICAM or IGR sound. In this case the VCR automatically switches to receive the mono signal.
  • NICAM sound may not be stereo.

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.

BACK OF TELEVISION RF CONNECTION CABLE EXISTING AERIAL CABLE S-VIDEO CABLE AERIAL IN AUDIO OUT L and R RF-OUT AUDIO PHONO LEADS (NOT SUPPLIED) AMPLIFIER

AUDIO DUBBING

This feature enables you to add narration or background music to a pre-recorded tape.

- The audio signal will be recorded on the mono track. The Hi-Fi track will remain unchanged:

Connect your audio equipment to AUDIO IN L-R terminals on the front of your VCR. If a microphone is to be used, connect it to your audio equipment. AUDIO SOURCE

1. Connect the audio source to the AUDIO IN L-R terminals on the front of the VCR as shown above.
2. Insert the pre-recorded tape into the VCR.
3. Press PLAY/X2 (▶) to view the recording.
4. If you wish to listen to the original Hi-Fi track while you are recording the new dubbed audio track you will need to set AUDIO MIX to ON in the MODE menu.
5. Press PAUSE/STILL (II) when you reach the point on the tape where you want audio dubbing to start.
6. Press A.DUB (A.DUB will be shown on your TV).

NOTE: The input source will be automatically changed to L3 (Front phono jacks).

1. Press PAUSE/ STILL (II) to start audio dubbing.
2. Press STOP (■) to finish audio dubbing (A.DUB will disappear from your TV).

II A. DUB L3 SP

AUDIO DUBBING

PLAYING BACK AN AUDIO DUBBED TAPE

• If you want to listen to the original and the new dubbed audio signal simultaneously, you will need to set AUDIO MIX to ON.
• You can change the audio output by pressing the AUDIO OUT button on the remote control. Refer to the table below.

AUDIO MIX	AUDIO OUT MODE	VCR DISPLAY	RESULT
ON	Hi-Fi and Mono audio		Original Hi-Fi audio (L&R channels) and dubbed audio
			Original Hi-Fi audio (L channel) plus dubbed audio
			Original Hi-Fi audio (R channel) plus dubbed audio

1. Press MENU, to display the main menu on the screen.
2. Press (▲ / ▼ to select MODE.
3. Press SET.
4. Press (▲ / ▼) to select AUDIO MIX.
5. Press (◀/▶) to select ON.
6. Press SET, to return to the menu screen.
7. Press MENU, to exit to the normal screen.

MODE MENU SCREEN

→AUDIO MIX ON OFF 16:9 AUTO OFF POWERSAVE ON OFF ▼▼ 2 / 2 ▼▼ ▲▼ :SELECT ◀► :CHANGE SET :ENTER MENU :EXIT

NOTES: .

• Do not start audio dubbing until AUTO or MANUAL tracking has been completed as the audio signal will not be recorded correctly.
• Because the audio signal is recorded onto the mono track any previous recording on this track will be erased.
• If AUDIO MIX in the mode menu is set to OFF, no sound will be heard during audio dubbing.

DIGITAL DISPLAY

TIME OF DAY

Shows current time of day, if the clock is set. Press

DISPLAY until the time of day appears. For example, 21:20 appears:

21:20 1 PR

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 DISPLAY until tape counter appears, for example:

OTO 1:23:17:1 PR

1. To identify the current position on a video tape press CLEAR on the remote control or COUNTER RESET on the VCR's control panel and the tape counter will appear:

OTO 0:00:00 1 PR

When you wish to return to this position on the video tape, press ZERO BACK The tape will rewind/advance to this point.

NOTE:

• The tape counter will only operate on recorded sections of 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 and then return to its original position. The tape remaining will be shown on the VCR display in hours and minutes.

For example, if 1 hour 23 minutes is left on the tape:

R 1:23 1 PR

NOTES:

• Do not interrupt the tape remaining calculation.
  • If less than 5 minutes of tape remains the display will flash.

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 MENU to display the main menu on the screen.
2. Press (▲ / ▼) to select MODE.
3. Press SET.
4. Press (▲ / ▼) to select REPEAT.
5. Press (◀/▶) to select ON.
6. Press SET.
7. Press MENU to return to normal screen.

MODE MENU SCREEN

BLUE MUTE →REPEAT AUDIO MIX 16.9 POWERSAVE ▼▼ 2 / 2 ▲▼ : SELECT SET : ENTER AUTO OFF ON OFF ON OFF AUTO OFF ON OFF ▼▼ : CHANGE MENU : EXIT

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.

SUPER-VHS (S-VHS)

Your VCR is capable of recording and playing back on an S-VHS cassette. This standard of video cassette will give you increased picture quality. You will only be able to record S-VHS if S-VHS in the Mode Menu is selected to AUTO.

MODE SELECTION

1. 

MENU SHOWVIEW TIMER MODE SET UP ▲▼ : SELECT SET : ENTER MENU : EXIT

Press MENU to display the main menu on the screen. The main menu has four options including MODE.

1. To access the mode menu highlight MODE using the (▲ / ▼) buttons, then press SET.

2. Highlight the option to be changed using the (▲ / ▼) buttons. Press (◀/▶) to select AUTO, ON or OFF as appropriate, press SET then MENU to return to the normal screen.

3. 

NICAM AUTO OFF COLOUR AUTO PAL MESECAM BLUE MUTE AUTO OFF REPEAT ON OFF AUDIO MIX ON OFF 16:9 AUTO OFF POWERSAVE AUTO OFF ▼▼ 2/2 ▼▼ ▲▼ : SELECT ◀► : CHANGE SET : ENTER MENU : EXIT

NICAM. Selecting OFF will disable the NICAM sound reception.

COLOUR. If the VCR is playing a poor quality recording, the picture may turn black and white. Selecting PAL or MESECAM may reduce this (depending on the recording), although coloured speckles will appear on black and white recordings.

BLUE MUTE. This enables the blue background colour. That is, 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 to disable this feature.

REPEAT. If you want to playback repeatedly an entire video tape, this feature will automatically rewind at the end of the tape and replay. This function enables or disables this feature.

AUDIO MIX. When this function is switched ON the VCR will playback both Hi-Fi and Mono audio tracks.

MODE SELECTION

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.

NOTES:

• Not all pre recorded tapes are compatible with 16:9 playback.
• This feature must be supported by TV's equipped with 16:9 switching.
  • 16:9 format recording can only be made from L2 scart input.

POWERSAVE. This feature allows the VCR power consumption to be ≤ 1 Watt in POWERSAVE mode. Auto POWERSAVE mode will engage if the VCR is not operated for 3 hours.

▲ ▲ 2 / 2 ▲ ▶ S - VHS AUTO OFF L1 OUT COMP. Y / C L2 IN COMP. Y / C ▲ ▼ : SELECT ▲ ▶ : CHANGE SET : ENTER MENU : EXIT

S-VHS. Selecting Auto will enable your VCR to record in Super-VHS format provided an S-VHS cassette is being used, or in the S-VHS ET (Expansion Technology) format when using a VHS cassette and the S-VHS ET button on the VCR front panel is pressed (S-VHS ET will only work in SP mode).

LI OUT. You can select the output of L1 to be either a composite signal where one path is used for the video information or a Y/C signal, where the luminance (Y) and the colour (C) information are separated and two paths are used for the video information. This will enhance picture quality.

L2 IN. The input of L2 can be changed between composite input or Y/C input. Y/C input will enhance the picture quality.

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:

1. Press PLAY/X2 (▶) to start the video tape playing.
2. Press SKIP SEARCH on the remote control.

The number of times you press SKIP SEARCH determines the forward search time.

1 press = 30 seconds
2 presses = 1 minute
3 presses = 1 minute 30 seconds
4 presses - 2 minutes

• 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. A 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. A -1 will appear on the on-screen display and the VCR will rewind to locate the beginning of the current recording.

Rewind DPSS Signals Fast Forward DPSS Number -1 +1 +2 +3 RECORDING 1 RECORDING 2 RECORDING 3 RECORDING 4 RECORDING 5 Current tape position

1. 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.

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. Open the door on the remote control and point the unit at the TV.
2. Hold down TV BRAND SET on the VCR remote control and the appropriate button for the TV from the list shown, for 2 seconds. For example for a SHARP TV, press TV BRAND SET and I.
3. The TV will enter standby mode to confirm the correct code has been entered.
4. To turn the TV on from standby mode hold TV BRAND SET and I (Sharp TV) for about 2 seconds.

TV BRAND	BUTTON	TV BRAND	BUTTON
SHARP	1	TOSHIBA	9
PHILIPS	2	PANASONIC	0 or V_H
THOMSON	3 or 4	HITACHI	INPUT SELECT
GRUNDIG	5	SANYO	MODE OSD
FERGUSON	6	JVC	DISPLAY
ITT NOKIA	7	MITSUBISHI	AUDIO OUT
SONY	8

CONTROLLING THE TV WITH THE VCR REMOTE CONTROL

• TV OPERATE Switches the TV to and from Standby Mode.
- TV INPUT SELECT Determines which input to the TV is to be displayed on the screen.
• TV CH ▼ / ▲ Changes the TV channels.
• TV VOL ⊖ / ⊕ Increases or decreases the volume.

• Certain models of TV do not use standard codes for their brand. In this case hold down TV BRAND SET, then 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.

RECORDING FROM OTHER EQUIPMENT

You can record video and audio signals from various sources, for example 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).

Technical line drawing of a device connected to an electrical enclosure (no text or symbols visible)

Mono/Stereo Camcorder

- Select either S-VHS AUTO or OFF in the Mode Menu for your preferred recording format.

1. Load tape into the VCR.
2. Press INPUT SELECT on the remote control until the VCR display shows L2.
3. If you wish to record from a source connected to LINE 1 IN/OUT, select LI.
4. If you wish to record from a source connected with audio/video phono leads or an S-Video cable to the sockets behind the front panel door, select L3.
5. Press REC to start the recording.

NOTES:

• There are many different ways of connecting external equipment to your VCR. Please refer to your equipment operation manuals for further information.
• S-Video connection has priority over the Video connection when both are connected to the L3 input.
• To Record/Playback audio when connected via the S-Video input you must also connect the audio phono leads (L3).

INPUT SELECT

7 8 9 DISPLA! AM/PM 0 INPUT SELECT AUDIO ON SLOW DPSS ZERO BA

LINE1(OIN/OUT SON/VIDEO(L1/I)

S-VIDEO VIDEO L - AUDIO - R LINE IN 3

DECODER SWITCHING OPERATION

If you connect a separate decoder to the VCR connected to L2 as previously shown, 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.

If you switch the decoder function ON when connected to a decoder unit as shown you will NOT be able to watch the descrambled picture in TV mode or in VCR mode.

POWERSAVE MODE

ENABLING POWERSAVE MODE

If you wish to use the POWERSAVE feature, it can be switched on within the Mode Menu Screen, this will automatically disable the STANDBY mode.

1. Press MENU to display the main menu on the screen.
2. Press (▲ / ▼) to select MODE.
3. Press SET.
4. Press (▲ / ▼) to select POWERSAVE.
5. Press (◀/▶) to select ON.
6. Press SET and then MENU to return to the normal screen.

MODE MENU SCREEN

COLOUR AUTO PAL MESECAM
BLUE MUTE	AUTO	OFF
REPEAT	ON	OFF
AUDIO MIX	ON	OFF
16:9	AUTO	OFF
→POWERSAVE	ON	OFF

Press STANDBY (⏻) to place the VCR in POWERSAVE mode. The VCR digital display will flash save for 5 seconds and will then appear blank.

The VCR power consumption will now be below 1 Watt. i.e., The VCR is now in the POWERSAVE MODE.

AUTO POWERSAVE

If the VCR is not operated for more than 3 hours, the VCR will go into POWERSAVE mode and the digital display will appear blank.

DISENGAGING POWERSAVE MODE

Press STOP (■) to use the VCR. (Other keys may also disengage POWERSAVE, such as the CHANNEL ▲ / ▼).

STANDBY MODE

The POWERSAVE feature must be OFF for the STANDBY mode to function. This will allow viewing through the VCR without AUTO POWERSAVE operating. Press STANDBY (☐) to place the VCR in standby mode.

DISENGAGING STANDBY MODE

Press STOP (■) to use the VCR.

NOTES:

• POWERSAVE mode will not operate when CHILDLOCK is engaged
• POWERSAVE/STANDBY will operate after auto rewind and cassette will eject.
• POWERSAVE/STANDBY will operate when TIMER is on.
• STANDBY will only operate when POWERSAVE is disabled.
- POWERSAVE will not operate if disabled via the MODE screen.

CHILD LOCK

You can lock your VCR with this feature. It will work even when the VCR is in POWERSAVE/STANDBY, preventing children from operating the VCR.

TO ENGAGE CHILD LOCK

Press and hold Ⓞ 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 📄 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 1 hour (due to power failure etc), CHILD LOCK may disengage.

MANUALLY TUNING A CHANNEL

Normally it will not be necessary to tune in a broadcast channel manually except in unusual circumstances such as poor signal.

Ensure the video channel is selected on the TV.

1. Press MENU. Press (▲ / ▼) to select SET UP. Press SET to confirm.
2. CHANNEL PRESET will be highlighted. Press SET to confirm.
3. MANUAL TUNING will be highlighted. Press SET to confirm.
4. PRESET will be highlighted. Press (◀/▶) to 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 choose the required source:
7. If you wish to tune a satellite or cable channel press to (◀/▶) select SAT. Then press (▲/▼) to select CHANNEL. Enter preset satellite channel using NUMBER BUTTONS or (◀/▶) to step through each preset satellite channel until the channel you wish is displayed. Continue from point 10.
8. If you wish to tune a terrestrial channel press to (◀/▶) select CH. Continue from point 7.
9. Press (▲ / ▼) to select CHANNEL.
10. Press (◀/▶) to start tuning in either direction. Tuning will stop when a channel is received. If it is not the desired channel, press (◀/▶) to continue tuning.
11. Press (▲ / ▼) to select FINE TUNING. Press and hold (◀ / ▶) until the sharpest colour picture is obtained.

SET UP CHANNEL PRESET CHANNEL SORT CLOCK LANGUAGE

→PRESET 1 ARD1 SOURCE CH/CC SAT CHANNEL CH21 FINE TUNING DECODER ON OFF SKIP ON OFF

IMPORTANT NOTE:

1. Press (▲/▼) to select the 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 use (◄/►) to turn the decoder function ON. Refer to DECODER SWITCHING OPERATION.

MANUALLY TUNING A CHANNEL

1. Press (▲ / ▼) to select SKIP. The SKIP function determines whether the channel can be selected when using CHANNEL (▲ / ▼) instead of the NUMBER BUTTONS.
2. Press (◀/▶) to select ON or OFF for this option. Press SET to confirm.
3. Press MENU to leave this function.

The VCR has 99 programmable channel positions each of which can be set to any of the broadcast and CATV channels shown in the table. If you select CC on the menu, cable will be tuned first. Note that both cable and non-cable will be tuned regardless of the setting.

BROADCAST AND CATV CHANNELS

	Station Signals	Real Channel Numbers		Station Signals	Real Channel Numbers
VHF	2/A ●3/B ●45/D ●6/E ●7/F ●89/G ●10/H ●11/H1 ●12/H2 ●S11	CH:02CH:03CH:04CH:05CH:06CH:07CH:08CH:09CH:10CH:11CH:12CH:13	CATV	S01/S21 ▲S02/S22 ▲C ●/S03/S23 ▲S24 ▲S25 ▲S1S5	CH:75CH:76CH:77CH:78CH:79CH:80CH:85
				M1/S1M2/S2: M10/S10U1/S11	CC:01CC:02: CC:10CC:11
UHF	2122: :6869	CH:21CH:22: :CH:68CH:69		: U10/S20S21: S40S41	: CC:20CC:21: CC:40CC:41

● Available in Italy ▲ Available in Switzerland

SATELLITE RECEIVER INSTALLATION

If you wish to connect a satellite receiver to your VCR after auto-installation without a satellite receiver it is not necessary to completely re-install all channels. Follow the procedure below:

1. Press MENU.
2. Press (▲ / ▼) to select SET UP. Press SET to confirm.
3. CHANNEL PRESET will be highlighted. Press SET to confirm.
4. Press (▲ / ▼) to select SAT RECEIVER. Press SET to confirm. The satellite receiver screen will appear.
5. Follow points 10-15 in AUTO INSTALLATION (satellite/cable box control only).
6. Then press (▲ / ▼) to select SAT PROG SEARCH. Press SET to confirm. The satellite channels will be installed. (This may take a few minutes).
7. Then press MENU.

MANUAL TUNING

SAT RECEIVER

SAT PROGRAM SEARCH

MANUAL TUNING

SAT RECEIVER

SAT PROGRAM SEARCH

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 MENU.
2. Press (▲ / ▼) to select SET UP. Press SET to confirm.
3. Press (▲ / ▼) to select CHANNEL SORT. Press SET to confirm.
4. The MOVE position will be highlighted. Press SET to confirm.
5. Press (▲ / ▼ / ◀/▶) to highlight the channel to be moved. Press SET to confirm.
6. Press (▲ / ▼ / ◀/▶) to highlight the new position for the channel. Press SET to confirm.
7. If any more channels are to be moved, repeat procedure from step 5.

8. When all the channels are in your preferred order, press MENU to leave the MENU function.

9. MENU SCREEN
   

MODE SET UP

1. 

	MOVE		1 / 6
1 NDR3	7	1 3
2 ARD1	8	1 4
3 ZDF	9	1 5
4 RTL1	10	1 6
5 RTL2	11	1 7
6	1 2	1 8

NOTES:

If, when moving channels the picture becomes unclear and the on-scrren 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.

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 MENU.
2. Press (▲ / ▼) to select SET UP. Press SET to confirm.
3. Press (▲ / ▼) to select CHANNEL SORT. Press SET to confirm.
4. Press (▲ / ▼) to select CANCEL. Press SET to confirm.
5. Press (▲ / ▼ / ◀/▶) to highlight the channel to be cancelled.
6. Press SET twice to cancel the channel.

7. When all the channels you wish have been cancelled, press MENU.

8. MENU SCREEN
   

TIMER MODE SET UP

1. 

CANCEL 1 / 6 1 ARD1 7 13 2 ZDF 8 14 3 NDR3 9 15 4 RTL1 10 16 5 RTL2 11 17 6 CH5 12 18

	CANCEL		1 / 6
1 ARD1	7	13
2 ZDF	8	14
3 RTL 1	9	15
4 RTL 2	10	16
5 CH5	11	17
6	12	18

NOTES:

If, when deleting channels the picture becomes unclear and the on-scrren 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.

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 MENU.
2. Press (▲ / ▼) to select SET UP. Press SET to confirm.
3. Press (▲ / ▼) to select CHANNEL SORT. Press SET to confirm.
4. Press (▲ / ▼) to highlight NAME. Press SET to confirm.
5. Press (▲ / ▼ / ◀/▶) to highlight the channel to be named. Press SET to confirm.
6. Press (▲ / ▼ / ◀/▶) to rename the channel. Press SET to confirm.
7. If any more channels are to be renamed, repeat procedure from step 5.

8. When all the channels are named correctly, press MENU to leave the MENU function.

9. MENU SCREEN
   

MODE SET UP

1. 

1. 

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.

The blue background will be shown until either another channel is selected or the MODE OSD button is pressed again.

CHANGING THE ON-SCREEN DISPLAY LANGUAGE

Changing the language used by the on-screen display will not change the operation of the VCR or make it suitable for any other broadcast standard.

1. Press MENU.
2. Press (▲ / ▼) to select SET UP. If the display is not in a language you can understand, this is the fourth option from the top. Press SET to confirm..
3. Press (▲ / ▼) to select LANGUAGE (the last option).
4. Then press SET.
5. Press (▲ / ▼ / ◀/▶) to select your language. Then press SET to confirm.

LANGUAGE ENGLISH DEUTSCH FRANÇAIS ITALIANO ESPAÑOL SVENSKA NEDERLANDS DANSK NORSK SUOMI

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 MENU. Press (▲ / ▼) to select SET UP. Press SET to confirm.
2. Press (▲ / ▼) to select CLOCK. Press SET to confirm.
3. Press (▲ / ▼) to select either 12 or 24 hour clock.
4. Press (◀/▶) to select TIME. Enter the time using the NUMBER BUTTONS or (▲/▼). If the minutes are less than 10, enter the leading 0. If using the 12 hour clock enter AM or PM by pressing ⏻ on the remote control.
5. Press (◀/▶) to select DATE. Enter the date using the NUMBER BUTTONS or (▲/▼). For example, for 1st April enter 01 04.
6. Press (◀/▶) to select YEAR. Enter the last two digits of the year using the NUMBER BUTTONS or (▲/▼). For example, for 2000 enter 00. For the year 2001 enter 01.
7. Select * for AUTO CLOCK on/off (* is ON, - is OFF). Then press SET to confirm.

CLOCK MODE TIME DATE YEAR 24H 0:00 1/01 00 * MODE : 24H / 12H ◄► : SELECT ▲▼ : CHANGE SET : ENTER MENU : EXIT

NOTE:

- If AUTO CLOCK is set to OFF (- is OFF) then you will need to update the clock for daylight saving.

VCR DIGITAL DISPLAY

1 2 3 4 5 6 LR SVHS 625 STOP 18:88.88.88 PR 7 VCR 8 VPS PDC 9 DEC 10 16 15 S-VHS H AM PM SP LP 14 13 12 11

1. AUDIO OUTPUT indicators.
2. TIMER indicator.
3. PLAY indicator.
4. RECORDING indicator.
5. STOP indicator.
6. VCR TAPE indicator.
7. PRESET indicator.
8. VCR mode indicator.

9. VIDEO PROGRAMMING SYSTEM/PROGRAMME DELIVERY CONTROL indicator.

10. DECODER indicator.

11. LONG PLAY/EXTENDED PLAY indicator.
12. STANDARD PLAY indicator.
13. CHILD LOCK indicator.
14. AM/PM indicators.
15. S-VHS ET indicator.
16. S-VHS indicator

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 [TV/VCR] 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.

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.

2. FULL., all the active features will also be shown on screen.

3. 

■ SP COMP 1CH59 NICAM STEREO L R

2.

graph TD
    A["Programme number and channel"] --> B["NICAM signal"]
    A --> C["Audio output mode"]
    A --> D["Tape speed"]
    A --> E["L1 output status Comp or Y/C"]
    A --> F["Tape remaining"]
    A --> G["Time"]
    A --> H["Date"]
    A --> I["Tape counter"]
    B --> J["SUPER P. ON 1CH59 NICAM STEREO L R"]
    C --> K["SP COMP 22:00 REM1:05 9/07 00 0:00.00"]
    D --> L["22:00"]
    E --> M["9/07 00"]
    F --> N["0:00.00"]

1. COUNTER, this display will show the tape counter and amount of tape remaining.

2. DISPLAY OFF, this will remove the display from the screen.

3. 

REM 1:05 0:00.00

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.

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 13. 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 14. (AUTO INSTALLATION).

MANUFACTURER	CODES
AB SAT	123
ALBA	6,9,12,14,16,32,39,45,57,72,79,85
ALLSAT	9,14,85
AMSTRAD/FIDELITY ANKARO HANSEATIC	35,38,41,47,48,49,51,52,55,63,65,76,80,90,109,110
ARMSTRONG	2,9,12,20,22,36,41,59,73,74,82
BEST/DISKEXPRESS	75
BUSH	9,12,14,72,79
CAMBRIDGE	53
CHANNEL MASTER	12,41
DNT	2,29,31,54,58,64,87,102,118
ECHOSTAR/TECHNISAT/DNT/POLYTRON/RADEX	2,29,31,54,58,64,87,102,118
FERGUSON	9,14,16,45,85
FUBA/TRIASAT/TRIAX/FREECOM	19,37,69,71,94,104,117
G.I.JERROLD	106
GALAXIS/ALDES/PROSAT/SKYMASTER/ANARKO	86,99,78
GRUNDIG	2,16,23,44,70,91,114,119
HIRSCHMANN	2,11,24,25,30,97
HUTH	56,61,73,89
JOHANSSON/WINNERSAT	40
KATHREIN	2,9,10,16,17,18,20,22,25,26,27,36,40,59,67,68,74,82,84,88,92,100,105,108,112
LENKO	117
MASPRO	10,26,68,84,116
MATSUI	115
MORGAN	73
NETWORK	9,14
NIKKO	21,28,93,96
NOKIA	2,3,5,7,8,15,16,29,31,42,46,54,58,64,66,75,87,102,103,111, 129(dBox)
PACE/MANHATTAN/SABA	6,9,14,16,32,45,57,85,120,122,124
PALSAT/NAGAI/PALCOM	27,94
PHILLIPS/VISIOPASS/SONOLOR	2,9,20,22,36,59,74,82,114,123
SALORA/LUXOR	3,5,7,8,15,16,42,46,66,75,103
SATSIE/ STANON	9,12,14,39,72,79
SCHWAIGER/SIEMENS/TELEDIREKT	85,121
SCIENTIFIC ATALANTA	13
SEG	9,12,14,19,37,39,69,71,72,79,94,104,117
STRONG/TRISTAR	18
TATUNG/NIKKO/QUADREL	21,28,93,96
TELEVES	9,14,16,35,38,41,45,47,48,49,51,52,63,65,76,80,85,90,109,11
TPS	125,126
UNIDEN	84
VORTEC/SAMSUNG	11
WISI/TECH	1,2,4,31,33,34,43,50,60,77,81,95,98,101,107,113
ZHENDER	1,2,4,17,18,25,27,31,33,34,40,43,50,60,67,77,81,88,92,94,95,98,100,101,105,107,108
Sky Digi Box	128
On Digital	122

SPECIFICATIONS

Format:	VHS PAL/S-VHS/S-VHS ET standard
Number of heads:	Six heads
Video signal system::	PAL/MESECAM colour or monochrome signal: 625 lines
Hi-Fi audio recording system:	Deep layer recording system conforming to stereo Hi-Fi VHS standard.
Maximum playing time:	240 min. with E-240 video cassette in Standard Play (SP) mode480 min. with E-240 video cassette in Long Play (LP) mode720 min. with E-240 video cassette in Extended Play (EP) mode
Tape width:	12.7 mm
Tape speed:	23.39 mm/s Standard Play (SP):11.70 mm/s Long Play (LP)7.8 mm/s Extended Play (EP)
Antenna:	75 Ω unbalanced
Reception channels:	VHF channel 2-12 + S1-S41, UHF channel 21-69
RF output signal:	UHF channel 21-69
Power requirement:	AC 230V, 50 Hz
Power consumption:	19 W approx. (POWERSAVE ≤ 1W)
Operating temperature:	5 °C to 40 °C
Storage temperature:	-20 °C to 55 °C
Video input:	1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω
Video output:	1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω
S-Video connections:	IN/OUT
Audio input:	Line1&2: -3.8 dBs, 10 kΩ, Line 3: -3.8 dBs, 47 kΩ
Audio output:	Line1&2: -3.8 dBs, 1 kΩ Audio Out: -3.8 dBs, 1 kΩ
Hi-Fi audio:	Dynamic range:~ 90 dB typ. (SP);Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz;Wow and flutter: < 0.005% Wrm (JIS A)
Dimensions:	430(W) x 282.5(D) x 103.5(H) mm
Weight:	4 kg (approx.)
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.

TROUBLESHOOTING

AREA	PROBLEM	POSSIBLE CAUSE/CURE
INITIALINSTALLATION	When the VCR is first plugged in the VCR display appears blank.When the STANDBY (💡) button is pressed the display still appears blank.	The Video may be in POWERSAVE mode. Press the STOP (■) button to switch the VCR on then press and hold the MENU and CHANNEL▼ buttons together on the front of the VCR for 10 seconds.Now continue from step 1 of TUNING THE TV INTO THE VCR.
INSTALLATION	TV will not tune in to the VCR.	Check all the cables are correctly connected.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 VCR is not in POWERSAVE mode.Make sure the power cord is plugged in.Make sure the wall socket has power (plug another appliance in).
	VCR will not operate - ➕ appears in VCR display.	Press the TIMER ON/OFF button to disengage timer.
	VCR will not respond to any commands.	Check CHILD LOCK is not engaged.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 CHANNEL▼ / ▲ buttons.Try another tape.The video heads may have been contaminated - refer to a SHARP Service Facility.
RECORDING	Tape is automatically ejected when pressing REC (●) or TIMER ON/OFF buttons.	The record-protection tab has been removed.
	Playback/ recording does not playback in stereo.	Ensure VCR is connected to a stereo TV and SCART lead.Programme may not carry stereo.
	SHOWVIEW does not record desired programme.	Broadcast does not carry VPS/PDC signal which alters recording time.Check VPS/PDC mode is switched to ON.Ensure date and time are correctly set on the VCR.
TAPE TRANSPORT/ MECHANISM	Tape can not be loaded.	Make sure there is no other tape in the VCR.Make sure you are loading the tape correctly.
	Rewind is not possible.	Make sure the tape is not at the start.

TROUBLESHOOTING

AREA	PROBLEM	POSSIBLE CAUSE/CURE
REMOTECONTROL	The VCR can not 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.
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 99 on your satellite receiver.
OTHERPROBLEMS	Picture does not change even though CHANNEL▼ /▲ buttons are pressed.	Make sure the VCR is not in Timer or Menu mode.
	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 picture on normal viewing.	Make sure all the cables are connected properly.Make sure the VCR power cord is properly plugged in.
	Not possible to view picture or playback through RF OUT.	Make sure the RF OUTPUT has not been switched off. (Refer to note on RF THROUGH ON/OFF in the TUNING THE TV TO THE VCR section of the manual.
	Desired channel has interference.	Possible weak signal strength, the same channel with a better signal strength may have been tuned in on another VCR preset channel.Example;VCR preset 1 = ZDF1 andVCR preset 14 = ZDF1(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.

	Tape	PAL		SECAM		NTSC
Standard	Speed	Recording	Play Back	Recording	Play Back	Recording	Play Back
S-VHS	SP	YES	YES	-	-	NO	YES (Note1)
	LP	YES	YES	-	-	-	-
	EP	YES	YES	-	-	NO	YES (Note1)
S-VHS ET	SP	YES	YES	-	-	NO	YES (Note1)
	LP	-	-	-	-	-	-
	EP	-	-	-	-	NO	YES (Note1)
VHS	SP	YES	YES	YES (Note2)	YES (Note2)	NO	YES (Note1)
	LP	YES	YES	YES (Note2)	YES (Note2)	-	YES (Note1)
	EP	YES	YES			NO	YES (Note1)

NOTE1 : Playback on PAL-60 TV

NOTE2 : With MESECAM format

- : non standard mode

VCR RESET

1. Press the STOP button on the front of the VCR.
2. Press and hold MENU and the CHANNEL ( ▲ / ▼ ) buttons together 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 (21-69) by following the procedure below:

1. Press the ⏻ STANDBY button.
2. Press and hold the MENU button on the VCR front panel for 3 seconds.
3. Wait for a flashing channel number to appear on the VCR display.
4. The channel number can now be changed by using the CHANNEL ▲/▼ buttons.
5. Press the SET button to store.
6. Your TV will now require tuning to the new channel.

(White text with blue background)

VCR RF SET : ENTER MENU : EXIT

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 can be turned OFF and ON by pressing the CLEAR button then the SET button on the remote control at point 3 of the RF CHANNEL TUNING above. This will help minimise interference.