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SAFETY INFORMATION
Location and HandlingNOTES:
? Do not cover or place the VCR/DVD in enclosed spaces to? Remember to read the instructions along with the video
prevent excessive temperature build up.head cleaner before use.
? Do not place the VCR/DVD in direct sunlight, or near heat? Clean video heads only when problems occur.
sources.
If there is Noise Interference on the TV While a
? Keep the VCR/DVD away from strong magnetic objects.Broadcast is being Received
? Do not place any object containing water or other liquids on
the VCR/DVD. In the event that liquid should enter the cabi-Depending on the reception condition of the TV, interference
net, unplug the VCR/DVD immediately and contact themay appear on the TV monitor while you watch a TV broad-
cast and the VCR/DVD is left on. This is not a malfunction of
retailer or service centre approved by SHARP immediately.the VCR/DVD or the TV. To watch a TV broadcast, turn off
? Do not remove the VCR/DVD cabinet. Touching parts inside
the cabinet could result in electric shock and/ or damage tothe VCR/DVD.
the VCR/DVD. For service and adjustment inside the cabi-Service
net, call a qualified dealer or service centre approved byDo not attempt to service this VCR/DVD yourself. Please
SHARP.
refer any service to the nearest service centre approved by
? Depending on the use environment, the temperature of theSHARP.
VCR/DVD may increase slightly. This is not a malfunc-
tion.Copyright
Nonuse PeriodsAudio-visual material may consist of copyrighted works which
When the VCR/DVD is not being used, switch the VCR/DVDmust not be recorded without the authority of the owner of
to the Standby mode.the copyright. Please refer to relevant law in your country.
When left unused for a long period of time, the VCR/DVD
should be unplugged from the household AC outlet.Copy Protection
This VCR/DVD supports Macrovision copy protection. On
No Fingers or Other Objects Inside
Do not put your fingers or objects on the disc tray or the cassetteDVDs that include a copy protection code, if the contents of
the DVD are copied using a VCR, the copy protection code
compartment.prevents the videotape copy from playing normally.
Stacking
Place the VCR/DVD in a horizontal position, and do not place
anything heavy on it.Apparatus Claims of U.S.Patent Nos. 4,631,603,
Condensation4,577,216, 4,819,098 and 4,907,093 licensed for limited
viewing uses only.
Moisture may form inside the VCR/DVD under the following
conditions:
? immediately after a heater has been turned on.This product incorporates copyright protection technology
? in a steamy or very humid room.that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents
and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision
? when the VCR/DVD is suddenly moved from a cold environ-
ment to a warm one.Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright
If moisture forms inside this VCR/DVD, it may not operateprotection technology must be authorised by Macrovision
Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited
properly or damage the video cassette. In this case, turn on
the power and wait for more than two hours for the moistureviewing uses only unless otherwise authorised by
to evaporate.Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disas-
sembly is prohibited.
Cleaning
Unplug your VCR/DVD before cleaning. Use a damp cloth for
cleaning. Do not use cleaning fluids or aerosols which couldRecommended Measures for Optimum Picture
enter the VCR/DVD and cause damage, fire, or electricalExcellence
shock. These substances may also deteriorate the finish ofThe VCR/DVD is a precision device that is constructed using
your VCR/DVD.extremely accurate technology.
Soiling or friction affecting the pickup lens or disc drive can
Auto Head Cleaning
impair the image quality. At the worst, neither video nor audio
? Automatically cleans video heads as you insert or remove awill be played back. Contact your authorised Sharp supplier
cassette, so you can see a clear picture.for details.
? Playback picture may become blurred or interrupted while
the TV program reception is clear. Dirt accumulated on the
Do not attempt to clean the pickup lens yourself.
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 DVD/VCR 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
refer any service to the nearest service centre approved by
SHARP.
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