Sharp TU-R160HA User manual

Operation Manual
Model: TU-R160HA
Digital TV Recorder
Important : This product can only receive Digital Terrestrial TV signals, subject to
coverage and an aerial upgrade may be required.
1. Please check coverage by phoning 08708 80 99 80 or use your mobile to SMS text
0845 880 0421
REC MENU OK
TU-R160HA

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INDEX
POWERCORD(MAINSLEAD)........................................................................................................................................................2
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES..............................................................................................................................................................5
GENERALPROPERTIES..................................................................................................................................................................6
REMOTE CONTROL.........................................................................................................................................................................6
FRONTAND BACKPANEL..............................................................................................................................................................7
GETTINGSTARTED.........................................................................................................................................................................8
CONNECTIONDIAGRAMS...............................................................................................................................................................8
REMOTE CONTROL&FUNCTIONS...............................................................................................................................................9
MENU INTERFACE.........................................................................................................................................................................11
FIRST TIME INSTALLATION..........................................................................................................................................................11
MAIN MENU.....................................................................................................................................................................................11
1. CHANNEL LIST...........................................................................................................................................................................11
1.1. NAVIGATINGCHANNELLIST.................................................................................................................................................12
1.2. DELETINGCHANNEL.............................................................................................................................................................12
1.3.EDITINGCHANNELNAMES...................................................................................................................................................12
1.4.ADDINGLOCKSTO CHANNELS............................................................................................................................................12
1.5.SETTINGFAVOURITE LIST....................................................................................................................................................12
2.PROGRAMMEGUIDE (8DAYS)................................................................................................................................................13
3. TIMERS........................................................................................................................................................................................13
4. RECORDINGS LIBRARY............................................................................................................................................................14
4.1.PLAY OPTIONS........................................................................................................................................................................15
4.1.1.PLAY FROMSTART.............................................................................................................................................................15
4.1.2.RESUME................................................................................................................................................................................15
4.1.3.PLAY FROMOFFSET...........................................................................................................................................................15
4.1.4MANAGE CHAPTERS............................................................................................................................................................15
4.1.5.CREATE ARCHIVE(ARCHIVE MANAGEMENT).................................................................................................................15
EDITRECORDINGS.......................................................................................................................................................................15
MAINTITLE.....................................................................................................................................................................................16
RECORDINGTITLE........................................................................................................................................................................16
4.2. CHAPTEROPTIONS................................................................................................................................................................17
4.2.1.CREATE NEWCHAPTER MARK.........................................................................................................................................17
4.2.2.FORWARDSTO NEXT CHAPTER.......................................................................................................................................17
4.2.3.BACKTOSTARTOF CHAPTER..........................................................................................................................................17
4.2.4.BACKTOPREVIOUSCHAPTER.........................................................................................................................................17
5.SETUP.........................................................................................................................................................................................18
5.1. RECORDINGS..........................................................................................................................................................................18
5.1.1.MAX TIMESHIFT...................................................................................................................................................................18
5.1.2.AUTO DISCARD....................................................................................................................................................................18
5.1.3.FORMATDISK......................................................................................................................................................................19
5.1.4.HARD DISK INFO..................................................................................................................................................................19
RecordingFormat............................................................................................................................................................................20
UnrecordableMaterial......................................................................................................................................................................20
Hard DiskOperation (Recording /Playback / Time ShiftRecording)..............................................................................................20
5.2. CONFIGURATION....................................................................................................................................................................21
5.2.1.TV TYPE................................................................................................................................................................................21
5.2.2.TV OUT..................................................................................................................................................................................21
5.2.3.VCR OUT...............................................................................................................................................................................21
5.2.4.FAVOURITE MODE...............................................................................................................................................................21
5.2.5.CHANNEL LIST.....................................................................................................................................................................21
5.2.6.SCAN ENCRYPTEDCHANNELS.........................................................................................................................................21
5.2.7.RECEIVERUPGRADE-OAD...............................................................................................................................................22
5.2.8.PARENTALLOCKING...........................................................................................................................................................22
5.2.8.i. MENU LOCK........................................................................................................................................................................22
5.2.8.ii. SETPIN..............................................................................................................................................................................22
5.3. LANGUAGE..............................................................................................................................................................................23
5.4.INSTALLATION........................................................................................................................................................................23
5.4.1.AUTOMATICCHANNELSCAN............................................................................................................................................23
5.4.2.MANUALCHANNEL SCAN...................................................................................................................................................23
5.4.3.FIRST TIME INSTALLATION................................................................................................................................................24
6.MESSAGES.................................................................................................................................................................................24
7.SPECIFICFUNCTIONSOF REMOTECONTROL.....................................................................................................................24
TIMESHIFTING(PAUSELIVE RECORDING)...............................................................................................................................26
8.SOFTWAREUPGRADETHROUGHRS232.............................................................................................................................27
9. NOTES.........................................................................................................................................................................................28
10. TROUBLESHOOTINGGUIDE.................................................................................................................................................29
10. TROUBLESHOOTINGGUIDE.................................................................................................................................................29
11. TECHNICALSPECIFICATIONS...............................................................................................................................................30
12. IMPORTANTNOTICE:..............................................................................................................................................................32
DIGITALSWITCHOVERAND YOURTV EQUIPMENT.................................................................................................................32
13. INFORMATIONABOUTPRODUCTDISPOSAL......................................................................................................................33

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POWER CORD (MAINS LEAD)
Donot placethe productwhereapieceoffurnitureor otherheavyobjectcouldtrapthe powercord
(mainslead). Handlethepowercord bytheplug.Do not pull out the plug bytuggingthe cord and
never touchthe power cord whenyourhands arewet as thiscould causeashort circuitor electric
shock.Never makeaknot in the cord or tieit withothercords.The powercordsshould berouted in
suchawaythat theyare not likelyto bestepped on. A damaged powercord can cause fire or giveyou
anelectrical shock.Check the power cord periodicallyto see if it isdamaged.Ifit isdamaged, please
ask an approved service agent toreplaceit.
For your ownsafetyread following instructions carefullybefore attempting to connect this device to the
mains.
Thisunit is designed tooperateona220V-240V AC -50Hz supplyonly.Connectingit to other power
sourcesmaydamageit.Ensure thatthesupplycorrespondstotheinformationontheratinglabelon
the bottomof theunit. Thiscomponent systemmaybe fitted withanon-rewireableplug. If itis
necessaryto change the fusein anon-rewireable plug, thefusecover mustbe refitted. Ifthe fuse
cover becomeslostor damaged,the plugmostnot be useduntil areplacement, available fromthe
manufacturer, isobtained. It isimportant that the colourofthe replacement fusecover corresponds
withthecolour marking on thebaseoftheplug.Iftheplugneedsto be changedbecause it isnot
suitable foryour socket, or it becomesdamaged,it should be cut off andthe fuseremoved
immediately.Pleasedisposeof the plug safelyandoutof reach fromchildren. Under nocircumstance
should the cut-off plug beinsertedintoamainssocket outletdueto highriskof electricshock.
Thenfit an appropriateplug carefullyfollowing the wiringinstructions shownbelow.
IMPORTANT
The wiresin themainsplugshouldbe connected
asshown in the diagram.
The coloursof thewiresin the mains leadof the unit
maynotcorrespond with thecolouredmarkings
identifyingtheterminalsin yourplug. Connectthem
asfollows:
The wirewhich iscolouredblue must be connected
to theterminalwhich ismarked with theletter‘N’ or
colouredblack.
The wire which iscolouredbrownmust be connected
to the terminalwhichismarked withthe letter‘L’ or
colouredred.
Thereshould benoconnection toearthterminal of
yourplug.If youuse a13 Amp (BS1363)plug,you will
need a 5 Amp fuse.
Howto replacethefuse
Openthe fusecompartmentwith a bladescrewdriverand replacethe fuse. Whenreplacingthefusein
the plug,useASTAorBSI approved 5AMPfuseandbesure to re-fit thefuse cover. If theplug
suppliedwith thisequipmenthas adetachable fusecover, be sureattachthefusecoverafter you
change thefuse.Never use the plugwithoutthe fuse cover.
If you should lose thefuse cover, please contact an electricalgoodsretailer.
If indoubt,consult acompetent electrician howtoreplace the fuse
Thissymbol meansthatthisunit is doubleinsulated.An earthconnection isnotrequired.
CAUTION
To prevent electricshock, disconnectfromthemainsbefore removing cover.Nouser servicable parts
inside.Referservicing toqualifiedservice personnel. Disconnectfromthemainssupplybefore
cleaning.
BLUE
(NEUTRAL)
BROWN
(LIVE)
FUSE
CORDGRIP
OUTER
SLEEVE

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CAUTION: Pleaseread all of these instructions beforeyou operatethis product and savethese
instructions for later use.
Electricalenergycan performmanyuseful functions.Thisproducthasbeenengineered and
manufactured to assureyour personal safety.BUTIMPROPER USECAN RESULTIN POTENTIAL
ELECTRICAL SHOCKOR FIRE HAZARDS.In order not todefeatthe safeguardsincorporatedinthis
product, observe the following basicrulesfor itsinstallation, use and servicing.
1. ReadInstructions
Allthe safetyandoperating instructions shouldbe read beforethe productis operated.
2. Retain Instructions
The safetyand operating instructionsshould be retainedforfuturereference.
3. Heed Warnings
All warningson the product andin theoperatinginstructionsshouldbeadhered to.
4. FollowInstructions
Alloperating anduse instructionsshould befollowed.
5. Cleaning
Unplug thisproduct fromthewalloutletbeforecleaning.Do notuse liquidcleanersor aerosol
cleaners.Use a damp cloth forcleaning.
6. Attachments
Donot use attachmentsnotrecommendedbytheproduct manufacturer astheymaycause hazards.
7. Water and Moisture
Donot use thisproductnear water–for example,nearabathtub,washbowl,kitchensink,orlaundry
tub; ina wet basement; orneara swimmingpool; andthe like.
The mainsplugor theappliancecouplerisusedas thedisconnect device,the disconnectdeviceshall
remain readilyoperable.
Apparatusshallnotbe exposedto drippingorsplashing and noobjectsfilledwithliquids,suchasvases,
shallbe placed on theapparatus.
Nonaked flamesources,suchas lighted candles, should be placed onthe apparatus.
8. Accessories
Donot place thisproducton anunstable cart, stand,tripod,bracket,or table. Theproductmayfall,
causingseriousinjurytoachildor adult, andseriousdamagetothe product.Useonlywithacart,
stand, tripod, bracket, ortable recommendedbythemanufacturer, or sold withtheproduct. Any
mounting oftheproductshouldfollowthemanufacturer’sinstructions,and shoulduseamounting
accessoryrecommended bythe manufacturer.
9. Transportation
Aproductandcartcombinationshouldbe moved withcare. Quickstops,excessiveforceand uneven
surfacesmaycausetheproduct andcart combinationto overturn.
10. Ventilation
Slotsandopeningsinthe cabinet areprovidedfor ventilation to ensure reliable operationof the
productandto protectitfromoverheating,andtheseopeningsmustnotbeblocked or covered. The
openingsshouldneverbe blockedbyplacingtheproducton abed, sofa,rug,orothersimilar surface.
Thisproductshould not beplacedinabuilt-in installationsuchasabookcaseorrackunless proper
ventilationis provided or the manufacturer’sinstructionshave beenadheredto.

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11. PowerSources
Thisproductshould beoperated onlyfromthe type ofpowersource indicated on the markinglabel. If
you are not sure of thetypeofpowersupplyto your home, consult yourproductdealerorlocalpower
company. For productsintended to operatefrombatterypower,or othersources, refer to the operating
instructions.
12. Groundingor Polarization
Thisproductisprovidedwithoneofthe following types of plugs.If theplug should failtofitinto the
poweroutlet, please contactyour electrician. Do notdefeat the safetypurpose of theplug.
a. Two-wire type (mains)plug.
b. Three-wiregroundingtype (mains)plug withagroundingterminal. Thisplug will onlyfitintoa
groundingtype poweroutlet.
13. Power-Cord Protection
Power-supplycordsshould berouted sothat theyarenot likelytobewalkedonorpinched byitems
placed uponor againstthem,payingparticularattention to cords at plugs,conveniencereceptacles,
and thepoint wheretheyexit fromthe product.
14. Lightning
Foradded protectionfor thisproductduring alightning storm,orwhen itisleft unattended andunused
for longperiodsof time,unplug it fromthewalloutletanddisconnectthecable system.This will
prevent damage tothe productdue to lightning and power-line surges.
15. Overloading
Donot overload walloutlets,extensioncords,or integral convenience receptacles asthiscanresult in
a riskoffire or electricshock.
16. Objectand LiquidEntry
Neverpushobjectsofanykindintothisproductthroughopeningsastheymaytouchdangerous
voltage pointsorshort-out partsthatcouldresultinafire orelectricshock.Neverspill liquidofany
kind on the product.
17. Servicing
Donot attemptto servicethisproductyourself asopeningorremovingcoversmayexposeyou to
dangerous voltageorotherhazards.Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

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18. Damage Requiring Service
Unplug this productfromthewall outlet and refer servicing to qualified servicepersonnel underthe
following conditions:
a. Whenthe power-supplycord or plug isdamaged.
b. Ifliquid hasbeen spilt,orobjectshave fallen intothe product.
c. If the producthas been exposedto rain orwater.
d. If theproductdoes not operate normallybyfollowingthe operatinginstructions.Adjustonlythose
controlsthat arecoveredbytheoperatinginstructions,asanimproper adjustment of other controls
mayresult in damage andwilloftenrequireextensiveworkbyaqualified technicianto restore the
product tonormaloperation.
e. Iftheproduct hasbeendropped or damaged in anyway.
f. Whentheproduct exhibitsa distinctchangeinperformance, thisindicatesa need for service.
19. ReplacementParts
When replacement partsarerequired,ensure the servicetechnician hasusedreplacement parts
specifiedbythemanufactureror havethe samecharacteristicsasthe originalpart. Unauthorized
substitutionsmayresult in fire,electricshock,or other hazards.
20. SafetyCheck
Upon completion ofanyservice orrepairs to thisproduct,ask the servicetechnicianto performsafety
checksto determinethattheproductisinproper operatingcondition.
21. WallorCeilingMounting
Thisproduct should be mountedto awall orceilingonlyas recommended bythe manufacturer.
22. Heat
Thisproductshouldbesituated awayfromheat sourcessuchasradiators,heat registers,stoves,or
other products(includingamplifiers) that produce heat.
23. Copyright
Audio-visualmaterial mayconsistofcopyrightworkswhichmustnot berecorded withoutthe authority
of the owner ofthe copyright. Please refer torelevant lawsin your country.
WARNING
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES
•Operationmanual
•QSG (Quick Start Guide)
•Remotecontrol &2xAAA batteries
•1 Scart lead

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GENERAL PROPERTIES
1. Menu Language: English
2. Channellock,Menulock
3. Channellist sorted byD-booklogical channel numbers.
4. Channellist nameeditingoption.
5. BBC UKCompliantOver AirDownload.
6. PIP(Pictureinpicture)
7. Timeshift–pause live TV.
8. Onebutton record(Instantrecording of channels).
9. Dual recordingsatthe sametime.
10. Once, daily,weeklyprogrammedeventrecordings.
11. Abilitytorecord one channelwhilewatchinganotherchannel.
12. Abilitytorecord two channels whilstwatching arecording.
13. X1/4, X1/2, X1,X2,X4, X8, X16, X32 forwardand backward playoptions.
14. Playlist showsavailablerecordings(Eventname,Start time, Duration,delete/playback
permission)
15. Timerslist showsscheduled recordings(Event name, Start time, Duration,once/daily/weekly
repeat,change/delete/playback permission)
16. Recordtimervia 8dayEPG
17. RecordsDVB subtitles(If anyare broadcasted bythe broadcaster).
18. Automatic/Manualchannel search.
19. Guided firsttimeinstallation.
20. 200channelsstorage.
21. Favourite channel lists.
22. Automaticdaylight saving time updating.
23. MHEG-5 Engine
REMOTE CONTROL
1. Press the ^markon thecover and slide it inthe direction of the arrow.
2. Insert the batteriesmaking sure thepolaritiescorrectlymatch the + and -marksinside the battery
compartment.
3. Attach the coverand slideituntilit clicksintoplace.
Please followtheprecautionsbelow.
• Dangerof explosion if batteryis incorrectlyreplaced.
Replace onlywiththe same or equivalent type.
• Insert the batteriesmakingsure thepolaritiescorrectlymatch the+ and-marks insidethe battery
compartment.
• Batteriesof different typeshave differentproperties, thereforedo notmixbatteriesofdifferenttypes.
• Donotmixnewandoldbatteries.
Thismayshortenthelifeofnewbatteries or maycause old batteriesto leak.
• Remove the batteries fromtheremote control once theyhave run out, asleaving themin can cause
themtoleak.
Batteryfluid fromleaked batteriesisharmfultoskin,therefore ensurethat you wipethemfirst and then
remove themusingacloth.
• Remove the batteries fromtheremote control if you will notbe using theremotecontrol foralong
time.
• Complywith the rules (ordinance)of each local governmentwhen disposing ofworn-out batteries.
• Dispose ofbatteries carefully, safelyandaccordingtolocalregulations. Do notincineratethem.
Replacementbatteriesforthisunitare1.5Volt (R03/AAA).

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FRONT AND BACK PANEL
FRONT PANEL
ON/OFF
KEY
MENU
KEY
PLAY/PAUSE
KEY
RECORD
KEY OK
KEY
MENU
UP/DOWN
LEFT/RIGHT
RECMENUOK
TU-R160HA
BACK PANEL
TVSCARTVCRSCART
ANTENNA1 OUTANTENNA1IN
RS 232 CVBS
LEFT
RIGHT
OPTICALOUT
ANTENNA2OUTANTENNA2IN ACIN
134
2567 8
9
DONOTREMOVE
10
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1.AERIAL 2OUT: To watch analoguechannelsonthe TV
2.AERIAL 2IN :Loopthrough
3.AERIAL 1OUT:Loopthrough
4.AERIAL 1IN :Aerial input
5.RS232 : Software Upgrade
6. OPTICALSPDIF :OpticalDigitalAudioOutput
7. VCR SCART:Outputforother equipment such asDVD,VCR...etc.
8. TV SCART:TVScart connection/ loopthrough
9.ANALOGUE AUDIO LEFT/RIGHT : AnalogueAudiooutput
10. CVBS :Video Output
11. POWER SUPPLY : 220-240V AC, 50Hz

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GETTINGSTARTED
Beforeconnecting, ensurethat the power cord ofthe unit isunpluggedfromthe AC outlet andturn off
thedevicestobeconnected. Aftermakingall connections(Diagramson page8), turn onthe unitfirst
and thenthe other devices.
"NOTE" - Whentheunitisfirst poweredup, pleasewait forashort whileas the unit'ssoftwareneeds
to be initialised and the harddisk ischecked.
The unit isequipped withoutput terminalsthat supportRGB, S-videoand CVBS videosignals.The
image qualityishighest intheorderof the RGB signal,theS-videosignal andtheCVBS video signal
CONNECTION DIAGRAMS
TVSCARTVCR SCART
ANTENNA1
OUT ANTENNA1 IN
RS232
CVBS
LEFT
RIGHT
OPTICALOUT
ANTENNA2
OUT ANTENNA2 IN
ACIN
35020157
TVAerial
LOOPTHROUGH
AC3DIGITAL
AMPLIFIER
VCR
VCR SCART
VCR
VCR SCART
TVAerial
DONOTREMOVE
Aux
HI-FI
Aux
HI-FI
“Optional RF leadif you
stillwishtowatchanalogue
channels on theTV”
SCARTCABLE
SUPPLIED
OPTIONAL
CABLE
OPTIONAL
CABLE
OPTIONAL
CABLE
NOTE: This settopboxsupportsFree To Viewonly.There isnoprovision for a CAMor PayToView
card.

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REMOTE CONTROL & FUNCTIONS
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USING THE CONTROLSON THE FRONT PANEL
You can enterthemain menu bypressing the menubutton onthefront of theunit. Thennavigate
throughthemenu'swith the fourarrowbuttons onthefront oftheunit.andmake aselectionwiththe
OK button.