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Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. 
“Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of 
Dolby Laboratories.

Dolby Digital Recording
“Dolby® Digital Recording enables consumers to record 
high-quality video with stereo sound on recordable 
DVD discs. The technology, when utilized instead 
of PCM recording, also saves recordable disc space, 
allowing for higher video resolution or extended 
recording time on each DVD. DVDs created using 
Dolby Digital Recording will play back on all DVD-Video 
players.”
Note: This is true when the players are compatible with 
actual recordable DVD discs.

“DTS” and “DTS Digital Out” are trademarks of Digital 
Theater Systems, Inc.

“Kodak Picture CD COMPATIBLE” is a trademark of 
Eastman Kodak Company.

 is a trademark of DVD Format/Logo Licensing 

Corporation.

DivX, DivX Certified, and associated 
logos are trademarks of DivX, Inc. and 
are used under license.

Recording and playback of any material may require 
consent. Please refer particularly to the provisions of the 
copyright Act 1956, the Dramatic and Musical Performers 
Protection Act 1958, the Performers Protection Acts 1963 
and 1972 and to any subsequent statutory enactments 
and orders.

This unit supports Macrovision copy protection.
On DVD discs that include a copy protection code, if the 
contents of the DVD disc are copied using a VCR, the 
copy protection code prevents the videotape copy from 
playing normally.

U.S. Patent Nos. 4,631,603; 4,819,098; 4,907,093; 
5,315,448; and 6,516,132.

This product incorporates copyright protection 
technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other 
intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright 
protection technology must be authorised by 
Macrovision, and is intended for home and other 
limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorised 
by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is 
prohibited.

Moisture may form inside the unit under the following 
conditions:
• Immediately after a heater is turned on.
• In a steamy or humid room.
•  When the unit is suddenly moved from a cold to warm 

environment. If moisture forms inside this unit, it may 
not operate properly or damage the video tape. In such 
case, turn on the power and wait for more than 2 hours 
for the moisture to evaporate.

Do not put your fingers or objects on the disc tray or in 
the cassette compartment.

•  When the unit is not being used, switch the unit to the 

standby mode.

•  When left unused for a long period of time, the unit 

should be unplugged from the household AC outlet.

•  Do not stand the unit vertically. Install the unit in a 

horizontal and stable position. Do not place anything 
directly on top of the unit. Do not place the unit directly 
on top of the TV.

•  Depending on the TV, noise or disturbance of the 

picture and/or sound may be generated if the unit is 
placed too close to your TV. In this case, please ensure 
enough space between your TV and the unit.

•  Do not cover or place the unit in enclosed spaces to 

prevent excessive temperature build up.

•  Keep the distances 20cm around apparatus of 

ventilation openings.

•  Do not place the unit in direct sunlight, or near heat 

sources. Do not place any combustible objects on the 
device (candles, etc.).

•  Depending on the environment, the temperature of the 

unit may increase slightly.  This is not a malfunction. 

•  Keep the unit away from strong magnetic objects.
•  Do not place any object containing water or other 

liquids on the unit. In the event that liquid should enter 
the cabinet, unplug the unit immediately and contact 
the retailer or service centre approved by SHARP 
immediately.

•  Do not remove the unit cabinet. Touching parts 

inside the cabinet could result in electric shock and/or 
damage to the unit. For service and adjustment inside 
the cabinet, call a qualified dealer or service centre 
approved by SHARP.

•  Be sure to remove a disc and unplug the AC power cord 

from the output before carrying the unit.

•  Disconnect the mains plug to shut off when find 

troubles or not in use.

•  The mains plug shall remain readily operable.
•  Read both manual instructions to ensure correct and 

safe installation and interconnection of the unit in 
multimedia systems.

•  When attempting to record copy protected material on 

a VCR or other recording device, the copy protection will 
activate and the protected material will not be recorded 
correctly. In addition, attempting to display copy 
protected material on a monitor connected via a VCR, 
whether for the purpose of viewing or not, will cause an 
inferior quality picture to be displayed. This is not a fault 
of the equipment. Please view copy protected material 
by connecting the product directly to the monitor.

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This unit is a precision device constructed using 
extremely accurate technology.
•  The disc cannot be played if the disc drive component is 

worn out or if the internal pick up lens is dirty.

•  If this unit still does not perform properly although you 

refer to the relevant sections and to “Troubleshooting” 
on page 91, the laser optical pickup unit may be dirty. 
Consult a SHARP Approved Service Centre for inspection 
and cleaning of the laser optical pickup unit.

Soiling or friction affecting the pickup lens or disc drive 
can impair the image quality. At the worst, neither video 
nor audio will be played back. To maintain optimum 
picture quality, the Player should be serviced (cleaned 
and replacement of some parts) every 1,000 hours. Note 
that this period varies depending on the environment 
(temperature, humidity, dust, etc.) in which the unit is 
used. Contact your authorised SHARP supplier for details.

•  When you handle a disc, hold it by its edge and try not 

to touch the surface of the disc.

•  Always store a disc in its protective case when it is not 

used.

•  Automatically cleans video heads as you insert or 

remove a cassette, so you can see a clear picture.

•  Playback picture may become blurred or interrupted 

while the TV programme reception is clear. Dirt 
accumulated on the video heads after a long period of 
use, or the usage of rental or worn tapes can cause this 
problem. If a streaky or snowy picture appears during 
playback, the video heads in your unit may need to be 
cleaned.

1.  Please visit your local Audio/Video store and purchase 

a good quality VHS Video Head Cleaner.

2.  If a Video Head Cleaner does not solve the problem, 

please consult your dealer or an authorized service 
centre.

Consumers should note that not all high definition 
television sets are fully compatible with this product 
and may cause artifacts to be displayed in the picture. 
In case of picture problems with 525 or 625 progressive 
scan output, it is recommended that the user switch the 
connection to the ‘standard definition’ output. If there are 
questions regarding your TV set compatibility with this 
525p or 625p DVD player, please contact our customer 
service centre.

Depending on the reception condition of the TV, 
interference may appear on the TV monitor while you 
watch a TV broadcast and the unit is left on. This is 
not a malfunction of the unit or the TV. To watch a TV 
broadcast, turn off the unit.

“Licensed under one or more of U.S. Pat. 4,972,484, 
5,214,678, 5,323,396, 5,530,655, 5,539,829, 5,544,247, 
5,606,618, 5,610,985, 5,740,317, 5,777,992, 5,878,080, or 
5,960,037.”

•  Remember to read the instructions along with the 

video head cleaner before use.

•  Clean video heads only when problems occur.

1.  Please refer to relevant topics in the “Troubleshooting” 

on page 91 before returning the product. 

2.  Do not attempt to service this unit yourself. Instead, 

unplug it and contact a SHARP Approved Service 
Centre for inspection. 

3.  Be sure the service technician uses authorised 

replacement parts or their equivalents. Unauthorised 
parts may cause fire, electrical shock, or other hazards.

4.  Following any service or repair, be sure the service 

technician performs safety checks to certify that this 
unit is in safe operating order.

•  Use a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent 

solution. Do not use a solution containing alcohol, 
spirits, ammonia or abrasive.

•  When a disc becomes dirty, clean it with a cleaning 

cloth. Wipe the disc from the centre out. Do not wipe in 
a circular motion.

•  Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, 

commercially available cleaners, detergent, abrasive 
cleaning agents or antistatic spray intended for 
analogue records.

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Symbols used in this Operation Manual  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Installing batteries in the remote control  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
About the remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Child Lock function  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
The VCR/DVD recorder Switching  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Guide to On-Screen Displays  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Auto Tuning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Manual Tuning  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
To select a channel  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
To skip a Preset channel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Move . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Clock Setting  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Auto Clock Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Type of discs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Recordable discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Recording mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Restrictions on recording  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Information on copy control  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Making discs playable in other DVD players (Finalise)  . . . . . .25
Usable discs  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Choosing the recording format of a brand-new DVD-RW disc  . .26
Setting Auto Chapter  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Recording Audio Select (XP). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Reformatting a disc manually  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Setting External Input Audio  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Setting Bilingual Recording Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Checking, cancelling, or correcting the timer 
programming information  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
To stop the timer recording in progress  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
If the timer programming did not complete correctly . . . . . .33
Hints for Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Connection to external equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Recording from external equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Auto finalise  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

Playable discs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
Colour systems  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
Region codes  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
Playing back on DivX® file . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

Hint for DVD playback  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Playing back a DVD-RW / DVD-R / DVD+RW / DVD+R disc . .43
Playing back a DVD-Video / CD / Video CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Playing back an MP3 / JPEG  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Playing back a DivX® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
Playing back discs using the Disc menu  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
Playing back a disc using the Title menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

Playing back a Video CD using the Title menu  . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
Cancelling and Recalling the PBC function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

Resume playback  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
Fast forward / Fast reverse  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Skipping TV commercials during playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Pause. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
Rapid Play  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
Step by step playback. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
Slow forward / Slow reverse playback  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
Zoom. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
Marker Setup  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

Title / Chapter search  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Track search  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Direct Search  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
Time search. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55

Repeat playback  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
Random playback. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
Programme playback  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
Slide Show. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
DivX® VOD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59

Switching subtitles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
Switching audio soundtrack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
Switching virtual surround system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
Switching camera angles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
Reducing block noise  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61

Guide to a title list  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
Edit the recorded disc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
Editing discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
Notes for deleting titles  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63

Deleting titles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64
Editing title names   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
Guide to edit title name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
Adding or deleting chapter marks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
Setting pictures for thumbnails. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
Deleting a part of a title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70
Dividing a title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72
Combining titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73
Adding titles to a Playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74
Erasing all Playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
Setting or releasing the title protection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76
Setting or clearing all chapter marks in one title  . . . . . . . . . . .77

Basic Recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87
One-touch Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88

Index search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89
Time search. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89

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The unit is compatible with DVD-RW discs, which are 
recordable repeatedly, and DVD-R discs, which are 
recordable only once.
Also, this unit allows you to record to the video cassette 
tape. You can choose either one for your convenience.
Recording up to 8 programmes:        

VCR MODE

DVD MODE

You can programme the unit to record up to 8 programmes, 
up to a month in advance. Daily or weekly programme 
recordings are also possible.
One-touch Timer Recording:
You can set your required recording end time easily. Every 
time [VCR REC/OTR I] or [DVD REC/OTR I] is pressed 
during basic recording, the recording end time will be 
increased by 30 minutes up to 8 hours. The recording 
automatically stops when the recording time you set is 
finished.
Dubbing mode:
You can copy a DVD disc to a videotape or copy a videotape to 
a DVD disc. This function will be available only if the DVD disc 
and the videotape are not copy-protected.
Left channel stereo recording:
The unit can record monaural sound from the Left channel 
as pseudo stereo sound (same Left and Right channels) 
automatically. (This function is not available for input source of 
AV3 jacks on the front panel.)
Automatic Chapter marks setting: 

DVD MODE

Chapter marks will be added to recordings as you set them in 
the Setup menu before starting to record.
Automatic Title menu making (Video mode):
The unit creates Title menus automatically when finalising discs.
Automatic Playlist making (VR mode):
The unit creates a Playlist automatically after recording.
Automatic finalising (Video mode):
You can finalise discs automatically at the end of the disc 
space if you set this in the Setup menu.

DVD MODE

Theatre surround sound:
When the unit is connected to an amplifier or a decoder 
compatible with Dolby Digital or DTS, you can enjoy 
theatre-quality surround sound from discs recorded with the 
surround sound system.
Quick search:
You can easily find the part you want to watch using the 
search function. Search for a desired point on a disc by title, 
chapter or time.
Playback from Original or a Playlist (VR mode):
You can play back titles using either the Original list or a 
Playlist.
Virtual Surround System:
You can enjoy stereophonic space through your exciting 2 
channel stereo system.
Playing back on DivX® file:
The unit performs a DivX® file purchased through the official 
site of DivX® Video which is called DivX® Video-On-Demand 
(VOD) services, and recorded it on the DVD-RW/-R or CD-RW/-R.
Playing back on MP3, JPEG and Kodak Picture CD files:
You can enjoy MP3, JPEG and Kodak Picture CD files which 
are recorded on CD-RW/-R.
Quick search for what you want to watch:           

VCR MODE

You can easily find the part you want to watch using the Index 
or Time search functions. An index mark will be assigned at 
the beginning of each recording you make. For Time search 
function, you can go to a specific point on a tape by entering 
the exact amount of time you wish to skip.

DVD MODE

Delete titles:
If the title is no longer you need, you can delete it from the 
disc. This is a useful method if you want to increase the 
capacity of DVD-RW discs.

Editing title names:
You can change the title name you prefer.
Add or delete chapter marks (DVD-RW only):
You can easily add chapter marks for easy editing. 
Choose the picture for thumbnails (VR mode only):
You can select a picture for thumbnail at a point you like.
A scene delete from a title (VR mode only):
If the title has many commercials or the part you don't want, 
you can erase them from the title.
Making your own Playlist (VR mode, Playlist only):
While the Original list remains unchanged, you can edit titles 
as you prefer and create your own Playlist.
  Divide title / Combine titles / Add titles / Erase all titles
Protecting titles (VR mode, Original only):
To avoid accidental editing or erasing of titles, the protect 
function is useful when set to “ON” in the Original list.

DVD MODE

Playing back discs recorded in Video mode on any regu-
lar DVD player:
Discs recorded in Video mode can be played back on regular 
DVD players, including computer DVD drives compatible 
with DVD-Video playback. You will need to finalise the discs 
recorded in Video mode to play back in other DVD players.

*   DVD-Video Format (Video mode) is a new format for recording 

on DVD-RW/-R discs that was approved by the DVD Forum in 
2000. Adoption of this format is optional for manufactures of 
DVD playback devices and there are DVD-Video players, DVD-
ROM drives and other DVD playback devices available that 
cannot play back DVD-RW/-R discs recorded in the DVD-Video 
Format.

Official DivX® Certified product
Plays all versions of DivX® video (including DivX®6 ) with 
standard playback of DivX® media files.

To show what recording mode or media type applies to each 
function, the following symbols appear at the beginning of 
each operating item.

*Description refers to DVD+RW discs

*Description refers to DVD+R discs

Description refers to Audio CDs

Description refers to Video CDs

Description refers to CD-RW/-R discs with 
MP3 files
Description refers to CD-RW/-R discs with 
JPEG files, including Kodak Picture CD files

Description refers to DVD-RW/-R and 
CD-RW/-R discs with DivX® files

Description refers to DVD-Video discs

Description refers to DVD-RW in Video mode

Description refers to DVD-RW in VR mode

Description refers to DVD-R in Video mode

Description refers to DVD-RAM discs

Description refers to VHS tapes
Use only cassettes marked VHS (         ).

*  There may be a disc which cannot be used or played back.