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SHARP ELECTRONICS (U.K.) Ltd.
TINS-3987UMZZ
Printed in U.K.
This equipment complies with the requirements of Directives 89/336/EEC and 73/23/EEC
as amended by 93/68/EEC.
• Specifications are subject to change without notice as part of our policy of continuous
improvement.
• No liability is accepted for any inaccuracies or omissions in this publication, although
every possible care has been taken to make it complete and as accurate as possible.
CALLING FOR SERVICE
SHARP Customer Helpline:  Tel: 08705 274277 during office hours
(or (01) 676 0648 if telephoning from Ireland)
● 
If you are unable to resolve a problem using the TROUBLESHOOTING guide, do not
remove the cabinet or attempt to service this VCR yourself. 
For service please contact your dealer. If this is not possible, please call our Customer
Information Centre for details of your nearest Sharp Service Centre.
In the unlikely event of this equipment requiring repair during the guarantee period, you
will need to provide proof of the date of purchase to the repairing company. Please keep
your invoice or receipt which is supplied at the time of purchase.
Certain replacement parts and accessories may be obtained from our main parts
distributor who can be contacted at: Willow Vale Electronics Limited 
Tel. 0121 766 5414.  Most credit/debit cards accepted.
Alternatively, please visit our web-site:
www.sharp.co.uk/support
100% of the pulp used
in making this paper comes
from sustainable forests
VC-MH834HM Final Cover  10/4/01  3:05 pm  Page 4
 
1
 
CONTENTS
 
BEFORE USING YOUR VCR
 
Important notes on your VCR .............................................................................................................. 2
Unpacking the accessories .................................................................................................................. 3
 
INSTALLING YOUR VCR
 
Connecting the cables ........................................................................................................................ 4
Installation of a satellite receiver/cable box ..................................................................................... 5
Auto Tuning ............................................................................................................................................ 6
 
BASIC OPERATION
 
Scart lead connection (Not supplied) .............................................................................................. 11
Important notes on your VCR and video tapes .............................................................................. 11
How to playback a video tape ......................................................................................................... 11
Pausing and slow motion ............................................................................................ 12
Fast forwarding/rewinding a video tape .................................................................. 13
Immediate recording.......................................................................................................................... 13
Tape speed selection.................................................................................................. 14
Direct TV recording ............................................................................................................................. 15
How to use............  to make a recording ......................................................................................... 16
How to set a delayed recording ....................................................................................................... 18
 
ADVANCED OPERATION
 
Audio and your VCR ........................................................................................................................... 21
Playback of a video tape .................................................................................................................. 23
Playing back an S-VHS tape ...................................................................................... 23
Playing back an NTSC tape ....................................................................................... 23
Checking the amount of tape remaining ................................................................ 24
Playing back a video tape repeatedly .................................................................... 24
LCD Display .......................................................................................................................................... 25
Tape counter and zero back ............................................................................................................. 25
Blue mute ............................................................................................................................................. 26
Colour ................................................................................................................................................... 26
16:9 playback and recording ............................................................................................................ 26
Searching the video tape .................................................................................................................. 27
Skip searching the video tape ................................................................................... 27
Digital programme search system (DPSS)................................................................. 27
Remote control operation of TV ........................................................................................................ 28
Recording from other equipment ..................................................................................................... 29
Decoder switching operation ............................................................................................................ 30
 
SPECIAL FEATURES ON YOUR VCR
 
Post code security ............................................................................................................................... 31
Child lock.............................................................................................................................................. 32
 
CUSTOMISED INSTALLATION
 
Manually tuning a channel ................................................................................................................ 33
Connecting a satellite receiver/cable box to your VCR ................................................................ 35
Satellite receiver/cable box installation ........................................................................................... 36
Manually sorting channels ................................................................................................................. 37
Sorting the channels into your preferred order ........................................................37
Deleting channels........................................................................................................ 38
Re-naming channels ................................................................................................... 39
Manually setting the clock ................................................................................................................. 40
 
MORE INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR VCR
 
VCR display .......................................................................................................................................... 41
Selecting the output from the VCR ................................................................................................... 41
On-screen display ............................................................................................................................... 42
Manufacturers codes for satellite receivers ..................................................................................... 44
Specifications....................................................................................................................................... 45
Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................................... 46
VCR reset .............................................................................................................................................. 48
RF channel tuning ............................................................................................................................... 48
Guarantee ........................................................................................................................................... 49
Connecting to the mains ................................................................................................................... 50
 
TINS-3987UMZZ ENGLISH.book  Page 1  Thursday, April 26, 2001  3:01 PM
 
2
 
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.
 
TINS-3987UMZZ ENGLISH.book  Page 2  Thursday, April 26, 2001  3:01 PM
 
3
 
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
REMOTE 
CONTROL
For a more 
detailed 
picture of 
your remote 
control refer 
to page (ii).
 
TINS-3987UMZZ ENGLISH.book  Page 3  Thursday, April 26, 2001  3:01 PM
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