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