Sharp VC-H965U User Manual

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Dimensions: 257 ⳯ 182 mm
VC-A565U/VC-H965U (01-10)
General
Information
Setting Up
Basic
Operations
Special
Functions
Helpful
Hints
Recording
MODEL
VC-A565U
VC-H965U
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
OPERATION MANUAL
Please read this operation manual carefully
before using the VCR.
[IMPORTANT]
EZ SET UP (AUTO CHANNEL /CLOCK SET UP)
! Connect Antenna/Cable
to VCR first.
@ Then, plug into AC
Power Outlet.
# Do not press the POWER
button until completion of
EZ SET UP.
$ EZ SET UP complete.
Detail: Please see page 17
Current time will be displayed
and flashing.
(VC-H965U)

Sharp VC-H965U Specifications

General

Brand	Sharp
Model	VC-H965U
Category	VCR
Language	English

Summary

Critical Safety Precautions

Electrical Shock and Fire Hazard Warnings

Details warnings to reduce fire/shock risk and avoid moisture damage.

General Operating Safeguards

Safe Use, Handling, and Ventilation Guidelines

Covers reading instructions, cleaning, water/moisture avoidance, and proper ventilation.

Advanced Safety and Service Considerations

Precautions for Lightning, Servicing, and Heat

Addresses lightning, power lines, servicing, damage, heat, and general service advice.

Remote Control Operation

Remote Control Button Functions Guide

Connecting the VCR to Your TV

RF Connection Method for TVs without AV Inputs

Details how to connect the VCR using an antenna cable for older TVs.

AV Connection Method for TVs with AV Inputs

Explains how to connect the VCR using audio/video cables for modern TVs.

VCR Output Channel Configuration

Setting the 3/4 Output Channel

Cable TV Connection Guide (Part 1)

Initial System Check and Basic Connections

Cable TV Connection Guide (Part 2)

Connecting with a Cable Box for CATV

Explains connection for recording descrambled CATV signals via a cable box.

Cable TV Connection Guide (Part 3)

Using A/B Switch for Signal Selection

VCR Menu and On-Screen Display

Navigating the VCR Menu Screen

Initial VCR Setup Procedure

EZ Set Up with Auto Clock Setting

Guides through automatic channel tuning and clock setting for initial VCR setup.

Setting VCR Language and Clock

Setting the Menu Language

Allows selection of the display language for VCR menus and prompts.

Auto Clock Setting Procedure

Explains how to automatically set the VCR's clock using broadcast time signals.

Manual Clock Configuration

Manually Setting the VCR Clock Time and Date

Channel Setup and Tuning

Automatic Channel Preset Tuning

VCR Playback Operations

Inserting and Ejecting Cassettes

Instructions for loading video cassettes into the VCR and removing them.

Basic Playback, Fast Forward, and Rewind

Covers starting playback, fast-forwarding, and rewinding tapes.

Advanced Playback Features

Video Search, Slow Motion, and Still Picture

Recording TV Programmes

Basic Recording Procedures

Instructions for recording TV programs without cable boxes or satellite receivers.

Recording with Cable Box or Satellite Receiver

Details recording TV programs using a cable box or satellite receiver.

Hi-Fi Recording and Sound Options

Recording Hi-Fi Stereo and MTS Broadcasts

Tape Dubbing and Video Output

Connecting for Tape Dubbing and Audio/Video Output

Simple Recording Timer (SRT)

Setting the Simple Recording Timer

Advanced Timer Recording Setup

Programming Timer Recordings

Troubleshooting and Service

Common VCR Problems and Solutions

Provides a guide to diagnose and fix common operational issues.

Contacting Authorized Service Centers