Sharp VC-M303HM User manual

●2 HEAD LONG PLAY
●CHILD LOCK
●SHARP SUPER PICTURE
VC-M303HM
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
OPERATION MANUAL

SAFETY WARNINGS
Observe all warnings for your safety and to ensure trouble free use
of your VCR.
INFORMATION
Additional information complements instructions.
Dear SHARP Customer
Thank you for buying this SHARP VCR. Given proper care it will provide years of
entertainment for the whole family. Please read this operation manual carefully before
attempting to operate the VCR.
Copyright
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your country.
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prior permission from SHARP Electronics (Europe) GmbH.
(i)

3. CHILD LOCK
16. TV VOLUME
MENU SET
CLEAR
DISPLAY
STANDBY
DPSS
INPUT SELECT
CHANNEL AM/PM
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
SLOW
SV/V+
/TIMER
MODE OSD
INPUT
SELECT
CH
CH
OPERATE VOL
VOL
TV
TIMER
ON/OFF
AUDIO
OUT
SKIP
SEARCH
ZERO
BACK
TAPE
SPEED
TV/VCR
+
REC PAUSE/STILL
REW FF
PLAY / X2
STOP
231
4
7
5
8
0
6
9
22. MODE ON SCREEN
DISPLAY
24. CHANNEL
/
20. MENU SELECT
28. PAUSE/STILL
8. AM/PM or
27. PLAY/X2
23. DISPLAY
17. ZERO BACK
5.AUDIO OUT (This button
has no function with this VCR)
9. REWIND 26. FAST FORWARD
11.STOP (The STOP button is
also used to switch on the VCR.)
12. TAPE SPEED (SP/LP)
13. SLOW
29. DPSS
SLOW SPEED /
+
2. INPUT SELECT
6. MENU
19. SET
21. CLEAR
10. RECORD
18. SKIP SEARCH
15. BASIC SHARP TV
CONTROLS
1. STANDBY
4. TIMER ON/OFF
7. SV/V+/TIMER
25. INPUT SELECT
30. TV/VCR (This button
has no function with this VCR)
/
+
VCR REMOTE CONTROL
VCR FRONT PANEL/REMOTE CONTROL EQUIVALENT FUNCTIONS.
If you prefer, or if remote control batteries fail, you will need to use the VCR front panel controls. The only
differences in function are shown below:
FUNCTION
OSD
(On-Screen Display)
Moving UP/DOWN menu
Moving LEFT/RIGHT menu
OPERATION WITH REMOTE
CONTROL
/ Menu Select buttons
/ Menu Select buttons
OPERATION WITH VCR
FRONT PANEL
CHANNEL buttons.
Press the FF or REW buttons
on the front of the VCR
/
/
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14. TV CHANNEL
/

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CONTENTS
BEFORE USING YOUR VCR
Important notes on your VCR ....................................................................................................... 2
Unpacking the accessories ........................................................................................................... 3
INSTALLING YOUR VCR
Connecting the cables ................................................................................................................. 4
Tuning the TV into the VCR............................................................................................................ 5
Auto installation .............................................................................................................................. 6
BASIC OPERATION
Scart lead connection (Not supplied) ......................................................................................... 9
Important notes on your VCR and video tapes ......................................................................... 9
How to playback a video tape ....................................................................................................9
Pausing and slow motion...................................................................................... 10
Fast forwarding/rewinding a video tape............................................................ 11
Immediate recording................................................................................................................... 12
How to set a delayed recording ................................................................................................ 13
ADVANCED OPERATION
Playback of a video tape ........................................................................................................... 16
Checking the amount of tape remaining .......................................................... 16
Playing back a video tape repeatedly .............................................................. 16
Digital Display................................................................................................................................ 17
Blue mute ...................................................................................................................................... 18
Colour ............................................................................................................................................ 18
Searching the video tape ........................................................................................................... 19
Skip searching the video tape ............................................................................. 19
Digital programme search system (DPSS)........................................................... 19
Recording from other equipment .............................................................................................. 20
SPECIAL FEATURES ON YOUR VCR
Child lock....................................................................................................................................... 21
CUSTOMISED INSTALLATION
Manually tuning a channel ......................................................................................................... 22
Manually sorting channels........................................................................................................... 23
Sorting the channels into your preferred order.................................................. 23
Manually setting the clock .......................................................................................................... 24
MORE INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR VCR
VCR digital display ....................................................................................................................... 25
On-screen display......................................................................................................................... 26
Specifications................................................................................................................................ 27
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................ 28
VCR reset....................................................................................................................................... 30
RF channel tuning......................................................................................................................... 30
Guarantee .................................................................................................................................... 31
Connecting to the mains ............................................................................................................ 32

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If problems persist contact the SHARP Helpline on tel: [phone]
BEFORE USING YOUR VCR
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.

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If problems persist contact the SHARP Helpline on tel: [phone]
BEFORE USING YOUR VCR
UNPACKING THE ACCESSORIES
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.
CHECK ALL THESE ACCESSORIES ARE SUPPLIED WITH YOUR VCR. CONTACT YOUR DEALER IF
ANY ARE MISSING.
(TYPE AA/R6/UM3)
BATTERIES (X2)
for the remote control unit.
RF CONNECTION CABLE
connects the VCR to the TV.
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.
Battery cover
MENU SET
CLEAR
DISPLAY
STANDBY
DPSS
INPUT SELECT
CHANNEL AM/PM
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
SLOW
SV/V+/
TIMER
MODE OSD
INPUT
SELECT
CH
CH
OPERATE VOL
VOL
TV
TIMER
ON/OFF
AUDIO
OUT
SKIP
SEARCH
ZERO
BACK
TAPE
SPEED
TV/VCR
+
REC PAUSE/STILL
REW FF
PLAY / X2
STOP
231
4
7
5
8
0
6
9
REMOTE CONTROL

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If problems persist contact the SHARP Helpline on tel: [phone]
INSTALLING YOUR VCR
CONNECTING THE CABLES
✔The VCR is correctly connected.
EXISTING AERIAL
OR CATV CABLE
Connect your existing aerial
cable to the ANTENNA IN
socket on your VCR.
1
2
3
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.
Connect the
VCR to the
mains.
BACK OF
TELEVISION
Optional SCART (not supplied). If you
have a scart lead connect it to your TV and
LINE 1 IN/OUT socket on the VCR.
- The advantage of a Scart connection is
improved picture and sound quality during
playback.
SCART LEAD
AERIAL
RF CONNECTION
CABLE
AERIAL
RF CONNECTION
CABLE

5
If problems persist contact the SHARP Helpline on tel: [phone]
INSTALLING YOUR VCR
TUNING THE TV INTO THE VCR
1. Press the STANDBY button to ensure your
VCR is in the STANDBY mode. The display on the
front of the VCR should show “SHARP”, if not,
please perform the VCR RESET procedure on
page 30.
2. Press and hold the button located on VCR
front panel for 3 seconds.
The VCR will search and display an ideal
channel.
Wait for the flashing channel number to appear on the VCR display, this number will be
between 21 and 69.
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 on page 30.
3. Switch on the TV.
4. Select the next available or unused channel on your TV, this will become the dedicated
video channel.
Example of
TV channels
5. Tune the selected channel on your TV until the screen below appears.
(Refer to your TV manual for instructions on how to tune in your TV).
Store this as your VCR channel.
6. Press the button to place the VCR back into STANDBY. (The MENU screen will not
be displayed when the VCR is in STANDBY mode.)
1 = BBC1 4 = Channel 4
2 = BBC2 5 = Channel 5
3 = ITV ? = VCR
MENU SCREEN
ME N U
TIMER
MOD E
SET UP
쑿쑼 : SELECT
SET :ENTER MENU :EX I T
EXAMPLE
(Blue background
with white text)

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If problems persist contact the SHARP Helpline on tel: [phone]
INSTALLING YOUR VCR
AUTO INSTALLATION
This model automatically tunes the TV channels in your area.
Turn the TV on and select the video channel. (As previously explained).
1. Press STOP to switch on
the VCR.
2. Follow the instructions that appear
on the TV screen by pressing the
button. (Auto tune may take a
few minutes)
NOTE:
• If the AUTO INSTALLATION screen doesn’t appear when you switch on your VCR or you
wish to reset your VCR and start the installation again, refer to VCR RESET at the back
of the book.
STOP
STOP
SET
SET
PLEASE BE SURE THE
AER I AL / SCART CABL E I S
CONNECTED TO YOUR VCR .
PRESS SET TO CONT I NUE
SET : ENTER MENU : EX I T
AUTO I NSTALLAT I ON
PRESS SET KEY TO START
SET : ENTER MENU : EX I T
Press the button.
SET
1CH22
AUTOMAT I C TUN I NG .
PLEASE WA I T .
MENU:EXIT
See next page to continue
Button positions for your reference.
REMOTE CONTROL
Press the button.
SET

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If problems persist contact the SHARP Helpline on tel: [phone]
INSTALLING YOUR VCR
INSTALLATION CONTINUED
On completion, the MOVE MENU will appear showing all the channels the VCR was able
to tune in. Using the [ / / /] menu select buttons scroll through the channels to find
BBC1. Some channels may be duplicated, with interference. Search for the best quality
picture and, using the procedure below, move this channel to Preset 1. Repeat this procedure
for BBC2 - Preset 2, ITV - Preset 3, etc.
3. Press [ / / /] to highlight
the channel to be moved.
4. Press the button to confirm.
5. Press [ / / /] to highlight
the new position for the channel.
6. Press the button to confirm.
7. If any more channels are to be
moved,
repeat procedure from step 3.
8. Press the button to exit if you are
happy with the channel order.
If you wish to change the channel
order at a later date refer to
MANUALLY SORTING
CHANNELS - Sorting the
channels into your preferred
order.
MENU SELECT
BUTTONS
MENU SET
MOVE 1/3
1CH21 7 13
2CH32 8 14
3CH43 9 15
4CH54 1 0 16
5CH6 5 11 17
61218
SELECTED :CH65
쑿쑼씱씰 : SELECTED
SET : ENTER MENU : EX I T
MOVE 1/3
1CH6 5 713
2CH21 8 14
3CH32 9 15
4CH43 1 0 16
5CH54 1 1 17
61218
SELECTED :CH65
쑿쑼씱씰 : SELECTED
SET : ENTER MENU : EX I T
REMOTE CONTROL
5.
3.
SET
SET