Sharp VC-MH770SM User manual

VC-MH770SM
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER OPERATION MANUAL
●IGR Hi-Fi
●6 HEAD EXTENDED PLAY
●SHARP SUPER PICTURE
●AUTO TUNING

(i)
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
●Audio-visual material may consist of copyrighted works which must not be recorded without the
authority of the owner of the copyright. Please refer to the relevant laws in your Country.
●No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored or transmitted in any form without prior
permission from SHARP Electronics (UK) Limited.
THIS MANUAL COVERS A RANGE OF MODELS.
ALL OF THE FEATURES MENTIONED MAY NOT NECESSARILY APPLY TO YOUR VCR.
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MENU SET
CLEAR
SV/V+
DISPLAY
STANDBY
DPSS
INPUT SELECT
CHANNEL
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
SLOW
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
AM/PM
/TIMER
(ii)
REMOTE CONTROL
3. CHILD LOCK
15. VOLUME
21. MODE OSD
23. CHANNEL
/
19. MENU SELECT
///
27. PAUSE/STILL
8. AM/PM or
26. PLAY/X2
22. DISPLAY
16. ZERO BACK
5. AUDIO OUT
9. REWIND 25. FAST FORWARD
11. STOP
12. TAPE SPEED
13. SLOW
28. DPSS [ ] /
SLOW SPEED
2. TV INPUT SELECT
6. MENU
18. SET
20. CLEAR
10. RECORD
17. SKIP SEARCH
14. BASIC SHARP TV
CONTROLS
1. STANDBY
4. TIMER ON/OFF
7. SV/V+/TIMER
24. INPUT SELECT
29. TV/VCR
/
+
/
/
+
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
Moving UP/DOWN menu
Moving LEFT/RIGHT menu
OPERATION WITH
REMOTE CONTROL
[]-buttons
[ ] -buttons
OPERATION WITH
VCR FRONT PANEL
CHANNEL buttons.
Press
FAST FORWARD/REWIND
/
/
/

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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) ......................................................................................... 7
Important notes on your VCR and video tapes .........................................................................7
How to playback a video tape ....................................................................................................7
How to playback a video tape ....................................................................................................8
Sharp Super Picture ................................................................................................. 8
Pausing and slow motion........................................................................................ 8
Fast forwarding/rewinding a video tape.............................................................. 9
Immediate recording................................................................................................................... 10
Tape speed selection............................................................................................ 10
How to set a delayed recording ................................................................................................ 11
Checking, changing and cancelling a recording ............................................ 13
ADVANCED OPERATION
Audio and your VCR .................................................................................................................... 14
Playback of a video tape ........................................................................................................... 16
Checking the amount of tape remaining .......................................................... 16
Playing back a video tape repeatedly .............................................................. 16
LCD Display ................................................................................................................................... 17
Tape counter and zero back ............................................................................... 17
Searching the video tape ........................................................................................................... 18
Skip searching the video tape ............................................................................. 18
Digital programme search system (DPSS)........................................................... 18
Recording from other equipment .............................................................................................. 19
Colour ............................................................................................................................................ 20
Blue mute ...................................................................................................................................... 20
SPECIAL FEATURES ON YOUR VCR
Child lock....................................................................................................................................... 21
Decoder switching operation.....................................................................................................21
CUSTOMISED INSTALLATION
Manually tuning a channel ......................................................................................................... 22
Broadcast and CATV channels .................................................................................................. 23
Manually sorting channels........................................................................................................... 24
Sorting the channels into your preferred order.................................................. 24
Deleting channels.................................................................................................. 25
Changing the on-screen display language.............................................................................. 26
Manually setting the clock .......................................................................................................... 26
MORE INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR VCR
VCR digital display ...................................................................................................................... 27
Selecting the output from the VCR ............................................................................................ 27
On-screen display......................................................................................................................... 28
Specifications................................................................................................................................ 29
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................ 30
VCR reset....................................................................................................................................... 32

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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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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.
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
REMOTE
CONTROL
For a more
detailed
picture of
your remote
control refer
to page (ii)..
Battery cover

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INSTALLING YOUR VCR
CONNECTING THE CABLES
✔
The VCR is correctly connected.
Connect your existing aerial
cable to the
AERIAL IN
socket on your VCR.
Optional: Connect your Satellite
receiver or decoder to the VCR using a
scart lead to
LINE 2 IN/DECODER
socket on the VCR.
Connect the VCR to the
mains
Optional
SCART (not supplied). If you
have a scart lead connect it to your TV and
LINE 1 IN/OUT
socket on the VCR.
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.
AERIAL OR
CATV CABLE
DECODER UNIT
OR SATELLITE SYSTEM
BACK OF
TELEVISION

GB-5
INSTALLING YOUR VCR
TUNING THE TV INTO THE VCR
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.
CAUTION:
4.
Tune the selected channel on your TV
(refer to your TV manual) until the
menu screen appears.
5.
Press SET to store the RF channel
setting and continue with the
installation.
If the above screen does not appear, follow the
procedure
RESET THE VCR
NOTE:
✔
The TV is tuned to the VCR.
• 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.
• If you have a preferred channel, the RF channel can be set manually (21-69) after
Step 3 using [
K
/
L
] 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
continuing with the installation. This will help minimise interference.
Example:
AUTO I NSTALLATI ON
PRESS SET KEY TO START .
AUTOMAT I SCHE E INSTELLUNG
ZUM BEGINN.DIE SET-TASTE
DRÜCKEN
SET : E I NGABE MENU : ENDE
Blue
Background
with White
Text

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INSTALLING YOUR VCR
AUTO INSTALLATION
6. Press [
K
/
L
] to select your language
and press
SET
to confirm.
7.
Press [
K
/
L
] to select your country and
press
SET
to confirm.
8.
Ensure your AERIAL/SCART cable is
connected to your VCR and then press
SET
to confirm.
Auto installation 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.
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.
Refer to the
CUSTOMISED INSTALLATION
chapter if
• Your VCR could not tune automatically - due to for example poor reception.
• You wish to re-arrange the channel order.
• You wish to change the time on the clock or if the VCR could not set the time.
6.
LANGUAGE
ENGL I SH SVENSKA
DEUTSCH NEDERLANDS
FRANÇA I S DANSK
I TAL I ANO NORSK
ESPAÑOL SUOMI
KK
KK
LL
LL
HH
HHJJ JJ : CHANGE
SET : ENTER MENU : EX I T

GB-7
BASIC OPERATION
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 mark.
HOW TO PLAYBACK A VIDEO TAPE
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.
3.
To start playback, press
PLAY/X2
(
w
) once.
BEFORE YOU PLAYBACK A VIDEO TAPE
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.
• If the record-protection tab has
been removed, the VCR will start
playback as soon as the video tape
has been loaded.
SECAMPAL
Record protection tab

GB-8
BASIC OPERATION
HOW TO PLAYBACK A VIDEO TAPE
• For double speed playback (without sound), press
PLAY/X2
(
w
) again.
• To revert to normal playback, press PLAY/X2 ( w ) again.
• To stop the video tape, press
STOP
(
r).
• 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.
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 Kor Lto position picture interference off the TV screen. (Manual
Tracking)
• Press CHANNEL Kand Lbuttons together to start Auto Tracking.
PAUSING AND SLOW MOTION
1. Press PLAY/X2 (w) 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 Kor L.
• Press PLAY/X2 (w) to resume playback.
3. To playback in slow motion (without sound) press IwSLOW on the remote control. Slow
motion speed can be adjusted using the —or ±buttons next to the IwSLOW button.
Picture disturbance can be improved by using the CHANNEL K or L during slow motion
playback.
• Press PLAY/X2 (w) 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.

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BASIC OPERATION
HOW TO PLAYBACK A VIDEO TAPE
FAST FORWARDING/REWINDING A VIDEO TAPE
1. Press STOP (r) to stop the video tape.
2. Press FAST FORWARD (q) / REWIND (e) on the remote control or on the VCR
front panel.
3. To stop fast forward/rewind, press STOP (r).
FORWARD/REVERSE VISUAL SEARCH
1. During playback for continuous search mode, press FAST FORWARD (q) /
REWIND (e) on the remote control, or on the VCR front panel.
2. To decrease the speed, press FAST FORWARD (q) / REWIND (e) on the
remote control or VCR front panel again.
3. Press PLAY/X2 (w) to resume playback.
NOTE:
• There will be picture interference and possibly a change to black and white picture
using Visual Fast Forward/Rewind functions.

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BASIC OPERATION
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 [KorL].
To change between single digit and 2-digit channel numbers, press AM/PM .
For example, for channel 24, press AM/PM then press 24.
TAPE SPEED SELECTION
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.
It is recommended that EP recordings are only
played back on the VCR on which they were
originally recorded.
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 (r) once.
SIMPLE TIMED RECORDING:
1. To specify a stop time, press REC ().
2. Each additional press of REC () will delay
the stop time by 10 minutes.
3. To stop recording at any time, press STOP (r)
once.
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.
Cassette
Length
Recording
Time
E-240 In Minutes
SP 240
LP 480
EP 720
STOP 15:30

GB-11
BASIC OPERATION
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 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.
SETTING A RECORDING
For example: Recording a programme on channel 3 from 21:05 to 22:30 on July 9th.
1. Press STOP (r) to switch on the VCR.
2. Press MENU.
3. Press [K/L] 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.
• 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[K/L]
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).
5. Then press SET to confirm.
6. If you want to make additional recordings at
the same time each day or week, use [K/L]
or select D (daily) or W (weekly). Then press SET
to confirm.
7. Enter the channel using the [K/L] 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 : EX I T
1/2
DATE PR START STOP
21/060212:0013:00SP
9/07 -- -:-- -:-- --
--/-- -- -:-- -:-- --
--/-- -- -:-- -:-- --
1/2
DATE PR START STOP
21/060212:0013:00SP
9/07D-- -:-- -:-- --
--/-- -- -:-- -:-- --
--/-- -- -:-- -:-- --

GB-12
BASIC OPERATION
HOW TO SET A DELAYED RECORDING
8. Enter the start time using the [K/L] 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.
9. Enter the stop time, for example for 22:30 stop,
press 2 2 3 0.
10. If you wish to change the RECORDING
SPEED, use the [H/J] to highlight SP. Press
[K/L] to select standard play (SP), long play
(LP) or extended play (EP), as required.
11. 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.
12. When you have completed entering timer
settings, press MENU to remove the menu
from the TV screen.
13. Press TIMER ON/OFF once to place the VCR
in TIMER STAND-BY mode. will be shown on
the display.
NOTES:
• 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 (r) to cancel the recording. If there are further
recordings to be made, the VCR will return to TIMER STANDBY.
1/2
DATE PR START STOP
21/060212:0013:00SP
9/07D03 21:05 -:-- SP
--/-- -- -:-- -:-- --
--/-- -- -:-- -:-- --
1/2
DATE PR START STOP
21/060212:0013:00SP
9/07D03 21:05 -:-- LP
--/-- -- -:-- -:-- --
--/-- -- -:-- -:-- --
1/2
DATE PR START STOP
21/060212:0013:00SP
9/07D03 21:05 22:30 LP
--/-- -- -:-- -:-- --
--/-- -- -:-- -:-- --

GB-13
BASIC OPERATION
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 [K/L] to select TIMER. Press SET to
confirm
• All the delayed recordings in the VCR’s memory
will be shown.
• 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 [K/L] to highlight the recording, then
press SET.
3. Press [H/J] to highlight the setting to be
changed and correct it by using the[K/L] or
the NUMBER BUTTONS.
4. When all corrections are complete press SET, then press MENU.
CANCELLING A RECORDING
1. Follow steps 1 to 4 of CHECKING A
RECORDING.
2. If you wish to cancel a delayed recording, press
[K/L] to highlight the recording to be
cancelled, then press CLEAR.
3. Press MENU.
NOTE:
• If there are some programmes to be recorded, do not forget to press TIMER ON/OFF
button to return the VCR to TIMER STAND-BY mode.
MENU SCREEN
TIMER
MODE
SET UP
 :SELECT
SET : ENTER MENU : EX I T
1/2
DATE PR START STOP
21/060212:0013:00SP
--/-- -- -:-- -:-- --
--/-- -- -:-- -:-- --
--/-- -- -:-- -:-- --
1/2
DATE PR START STOP
21/060212:0013:00SP
--/-- -- -:-- -:-- --
--/-- -- -:-- -:-- --
--/-- -- -:-- -:-- --

GB-14
ADVANCED OPERATION
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. Land R
will disappear from the VCR display.
• Pressing AUDIO OUT a fourth time, normal Hi-Fi stereo sound will be heard. L and Rwill
appear on the VCR display.
IGR Hi-Fi STEREO SOUND
Your VCR can receive and record IGR sound. The VCR is normally set so that IGR sound is
possible if it is present on the receiving signal, otherwise the VCR will automatically switch to
receive the mono signal.
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.
• lf the sound contains ‘crackling’ or ‘popping’ noises the sound quality may be
improved by adjusting the tracking using CHANNEL K/L.
• 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 IGR sound. In this case the VCR automatically switches to
receive the mono signal.

GB-15
ADVANCED OPERATION
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.
RF OUT
SORTIE ANTENNE
ANTENNAIN
ENTREE
+
BACK OF
EXISTING AERIAL
CABLE
RF CONNECTION CABLE
RF-OUT
AUDIO OUT
AMPLIFIER
L and R
TELEVISION
AERIAL IN
AUDIO PHONO LEADS
(NOT SUPPLIED)

GB-16
ADVANCED OPERATION
PLAYBACK OF A VIDEO 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:
In Standard Play, 1 hour 23 minutes is left on the tape:
In Long Play, 2 hours 46 minutes is left on the tape:
In Extended Play, 4 hours 9 minutes is left on the tape:
NOTES:
PLAYING BACK A VIDEO TAPE REPEATEDLY
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 [K/L] to select MODE.
3. Press SET.
4. Press [K/L] to select REPEAT.
5. Press [H/J] to select ON.
6. Press SET.
7. Press MENU to return to normal screen.
• Do not interrupt the tape remaining calculation.
• If less than 5 minutes of tape remains the display will flash.
MODE MENU SCREEN
BLUE MUTE AUTOOFF
➝REPEAT ON OFF
 :SELECT  : CHANGE
S E T : E N T E R ME NU : E X I T

GB-17
ADVANCED OPERATION
LCD DISPLAY
TIME OF DAY
Shows current time of day, if the clock is set.
Press the DISPLAY button until the time of day
appears. For example, 21:20 appears:
CHANNEL STATUS
Shows the current VCR channel preset. Press the
DISPLAY button until the channel number appears,
for example:
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 the DISPLAY button until tape counter
appears, for example:
2. To identify the current position on a video tape
press the CLEAR button and the tape counter
will appear:
When you wish to return to this position on the video tape, press ZERO BACK. The tape will
rewind/advance to this point.
NOTE:
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
The LCD display brightness can be changed to suit the ambient lighting in the room. Switch
on the VCR (ensure the menu screen is not on) then press and hold the DISPLAY button for
approximately 2 seconds. This will reduce the brightness of the VCR display. Repeat the
process to change the display back to the previous setting.
• The tape counter will only operate on recorded sections of tape.