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VCR/DVD COMBINATION
PRECAUTIONS
MODEL
DV-NC200X
PREFACE
OPERATION MANUAL
Please read this Operation Manual carefully before using
your VCR/DVD COMBINATION.
SETUP
VCR FUNCTIONS
DVD FUNCTIONS
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OPERATE OPEN/CLOSE
TIMER
(TRACKING)
4 VCR/DVD is 4.
PAL
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the VCR/DVD. Do not place the VCR/DVD directly on top of the TV.
NOTE: • Do not cover or place the VCR/DVD in enclosed spaces to prevent
This VCR/DVD can be used only where the power supply is AC excessive temperature build up.
220 V-240 V, 50 Hz. It cannot be used elsewhere.
• Do not place the VCR/DVD in direct sunlight, or near heat sources.
• Depending on the environment, the temperature of the VCR/DVD
CAUTION: may increase slightly. This is not a malfunction.
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR • Keep the VCR/DVD away from strong magnetic objects.
PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE • Do not place any object containing water or other liquids on the
SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS VCR/DVD. In the event that liquid should enter the cabinet, unplug
RADIATION EXPOSURE. the VCR/DVD immediately and contact the retailer or service centre
AS THE LASER BEAM USED IN THIS VCR/DVD IS approved by SHARP immediately.
HARMFUL TO THE EYES, DO NOT ATTEMPT TO • Do not remove the VCR/DVD cabinet. Touching parts inside the cabi-
DISASSEMBLE THE CABINET. REFER SERVICING TO net could result in electric shock and/or damage to the VCR/DVD.
QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY. For service and adjustment inside the cabinet, call a qualified dealer
or service centre approved by SHARP.
WARNING: • Be sure to remove a disc and video tape and unplug the AC power
cord from the output before carrying the VCR/DVD.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. Nonuse Periods
• When the VCR/DVD is not being used, switch the VCR/DVD to the
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC standby mode.
SHOCK, AND ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE
RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY. • When left unused for a long period of time, the VCR/DVD should be
unplugged from the household AC outlet.
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OPTICAL COAXIAL PB R R
RF OUT
R VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN
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PREFACE
Slow Forward/Slow Reverse / Zoom / Rapid Play / Playing
Playable Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 the Disc Recorded in VR Mode (Video Recording Format) . . . . . . . . 21
Unplayable Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 MP3, JPEG PLAYBACK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
SETUP Kodak Picture CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
FUNCTIONAL OVERVIEW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Dual Playback / Transition Mode /
Adjustment of Picture Size / Folder Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 ONSCREEN DISPLAY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Rear Terminals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 SEARCH FUNCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
VCR/DVD SWITCHING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Track Search / Title/Chapter Search / Time Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
ABOUT THE REMOTE CONTROL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 MARKER SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Installing the Batteries for the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 REPEAT / RANDOM / PROGRAMMED PLAYBACK . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Operable Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Repeat Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Buttons for DVD Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Repeat A-B Playback / Random Playback / Programmed Playback . . . 27
Buttons for Both VCR and DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 SPECIAL SETTINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
CONNECTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Subtitle Language / Audio Language /Camera Angles /
Connection to a TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Digital Gamma Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Basic TV Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Stereo Sound Mode / Virtual Surround . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Connection to an Audio System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 DVD SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
PREPARATION FOR USE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 QUICK SETUP Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Turn on the VCR/DVD for the First Time / Video Channel Setting / CUSTOM Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Automatic Channel Preset / Clock Set Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 LANGUAGE Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Select a Channel / Picture Select / Manual Channel Preset . . . . . . . 13 DISPLAY Setting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Skip a Preset Channel / Change the On-Screen Language . . . . . . . . 14 AUDIO Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
VCR FUNCTIONS PARENTAL Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
OTHERS Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
PLAYBACK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Reset to the Default Setting (except for PARENTAL Setting) . . . . . . . 32
OTHER OPERATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 INFORMATION
Time Search / Index Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Auto Repeat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 LANGUAGE LIST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
RECORDING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Recording & OTR (One Touch Recording) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Symbols Used in This Manual
The following symbols appear in some headings and notes in this manual.
Description refers to playback or recording of video cassette tapes. Description refers to playback of Audio CDs.
Description refers to playback of DVD Video discs (including DVD- Description refers to playback of Video CDs.
RW/-R and DVD+RW/+R discs (Video mode only)).
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Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorised • When a disc becomes dirty, clean it with a cleaning cloth. Wipe the
by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited view- disc from the centre out. Do not wipe in a circular motion.
ing uses only unless otherwise authorised by Macrovision. Reverse • Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially avail-
engineering or disassembly is prohibited. able cleaners, detergent, abrasive cleaning agents or antistatic spray
intended for analogue records.
Notice for Progressive Scan Outputs Recommended Measures for Optimum Picture Excellence
Consumers should note that not all high definition television sets are This VCR/DVD is a precision device constructed using extremely accu-
fully compatible with this product and may cause artifacts to be dis- rate technology.
played in the picture. In case of picture problems with 525 or 625
• The disc cannot be played if the disc drive component is worn out
progressive scan output, it is recommended that the user switch the
or if the internal pick up lens is dirty.
connection to the ‘standard definition’ output. If there are questions
regarding your TV set compatibility with this 525p or 625p DVD player, • If this VCR/DVD still does not perform properly although you refer
please contact our customer service centre. to the relevant sections and to “TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE” on
page 34, the laser optical pickup unit may be dirty. Consult a SHARP
“Licensed under one or more of U.S. Pat. 4,972,484, 5,214,678, Approved Service Centre for inspection and cleaning of the laser
5,323,396, 5,530,655, 5,539,829, 5,544,247, 5,606,618, 5,610,985, optical pickup unit.
5,740,317, 5,777,992, 5,878,080, or 5,960,037.” 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
If There Is Noise Interference on the TV while a back. To maintain optimum picture quality, the Player should be ser-
Broadcast Is Being Received viced (cleaned and replacement of some parts) every 1,000 hours.
Note that this period varies depending on the environment (tem-
Depending on the reception condition of the TV, interference may perature, humidity, dust, etc.) in which the unit is used. Contact your
appear on the TV monitor while you watch a TV broadcast and the authorised SHARP supplier for details.
VCR/DVD is left on. This is not a malfunction of the VCR/DVD or the TV.
To watch a TV broadcast, turn off the VCR/DVD.
Disc Handling
• When you handle a disc, hold it by its edge and try not to touch the
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. surface of the disc.
“Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby • Always store a disc in its protective case when it is not used.
Laboratories.
Auto Head Cleaning
“DTS” and “DTS Digital Out” are trademarks of Digital Theater • Automatically cleans video heads as you insert or remove a cassette,
Systems, Inc. so you can see a clear picture.
• Playback picture may become blurred or interrupted while the TV pro-
gramme reception is clear. Dirt accumulated on the video heads after
“Kodak Picture CD COMPATIBLE” is a trademark of Eastman
a long period of use, or the usage of rental or worn tapes can cause
Kodak Company.
this problem. If a streaky or snowy picture appears during playback,
the video heads in your VCR/DVD may need to be cleaned.
is a trademark of DVD Format/Logo Licensing Corporation. 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 call
For Customer Use: our help line mentioned on page 35 to locate a SHARP Approved
Read carefully the information located at the bottom of your VCR/ Service Centre.
DVD and enter below the Serial No. Retain this information for
future reference. Hint
• Remember to read the instructions along with the video head
Model No.: VCR/DVD COMBINATION: DV-NC200X cleaner before use.
• Clean video heads only when problems occur.
Serial No.: ______________________________________
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DVD-Video or
*1, 2, 3
12 cm
DVD-RW or
DVD-R 8 cm Example
- Digital video Title 1 Title 2
* 1, 3, 4, 5, Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 1 Chapter 2
(MPEG2)
6, 8, 9
PREFACE
DVD+RW
DVD+R
- 12 cm
* 1, 3, 4, 5,
7, 8, 9
Kodak
Picture - JPEG 12 cm
CD
If you cannot play back a disc which bears one of the marks
above, check the following notes. Hint
• This VCR/DVD cannot play back the DVD-RW that supports CPRM
*1: This VCR/DVD conforms to the PAL colour system. Also you can (Contents Protection for Recordable Media).
play discs recorded with the NTSC system via a PAL system TV set. • This VCR/DVD cannot play back the DVD-R discs recorded in VR
*2: Certain DVD-Video discs do not operate as described in this mode (Video Recording Format)
manual due to the intentions of the disc’s producers. • 8 cm disc is not available on some media.
*3: Scratched or stained discs may not be played back.
*4: Some discs cannot be played back because of incompatible About the PBC Function of Video CD
recording conditions, characteristics of the recorder or special
properties of discs. This VCR/DVD conforms to ver.1.1 and ver.2.0 of Video CD standard,
with PBC function.
*5: You can play back discs which bear the marks above. If you use
nonstandardised discs, this VCR/DVD may not play them back. Ver.1.1 (without PBC function): You can enjoy playback picture as well
Even if they are played back, the sound or video quality will be as music CD.
compromised. Ver.2.0 (with PBC function): When using a Video CD with PBC function,
*6: Depending on the recording status of a disc, the disc may not “Pbc” appears on the display.
be played back at all or normally (the picture or sound may not What is PBC? “PBC” stands for the Playback Control. You can play
be smooth, etc.). In this case, you need to finalise the disc with interactive software using a menu screens. Refer to instructions of
the DVD recorder. Refer to the manual accompanying the DVD Video CD.
recorder.
*7: Only the discs recorded in the video mode and finalised can be
Unplayable Media
played back. Unfinalised discs cannot be played back. Depending • NEVER play back the following discs. Otherwise, malfunction
on the recording status of a disc, the disc may not be played back may result:
at all or the picture or sound may not be smooth, etc. DVD-RAM, CD-I, Photo CD, DVD with region codes other than 4 or ALL,
*8: If the recorded portion of the disc is too small (less than 55 mm DVD-ROM for personal computers, CD-ROM for personal computers
across), it may not play back properly. • On the following disc, the sound MAY NOT be heard.
*9: Do not glue paper or put stickers on to the disc. These may dam- Super Audio CD
age the disc, and the VCR/DVD may not read it correctly. • Any other discs without compatibility indications.
*10: Also DTS CD is available on this VCR/DVD.
Hint
:This label indicates playback compatibility with DVD-RW discs • Only the sound recorded on the normal CD layer can be delivered.
recorded in VR mode (Video Recording Format). The sound recorded on the high density Super Audio CD layer
cannot be delivered.
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D V- N C 200
OPERATE OPEN/CLOSE
TIMER
(TRACKING)
20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
sure that this indicator is on before VCR operation. 18. AUDIO IN Jacks (AV2 / VCR only)
7. OPEN/CLOSE (DVD) Connect Audio cable coming from the audio out jacks of a cam-
To open or close the disc tray. corder, another VCR, or an audio source here.
8. CHANNEL 19. VIDEO IN Jack (AV2 / VCR only)
To change TV channels. Connect a cable coming from the video out jack of a camcord-
To adjust the tracking manually during VCR playback. er, another VCR or an audio-visual source (laser disc player, video
9. Display disc player, etc.) here.
10. Remote Sensor 20. OPERATE
To turn the VCR/DVD ON or OFF.
11. TIMER Indicator The indicator is on when this VCR/DVD is turned on.
The indicator is on when the VCR/DVD is in standby mode for a
Timer Recording or during a One Touch Recording.
Display
DVD Output Mode VCR Output Mode
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
1. Lights up when the A-B repeat function is on. 1. *Lights up when a tape is in the VCR/DVD.
2. Lights up when the ALL repeat function is on. 2. Lights up during playback when the repeat function is on.
3. Lights up when the inserted disc comes to a pause. 3. Lights up when the playback is in still or slow mode.
4. Lights up when playing back in slow mode (DVD or Video CD). 4. Lights up when the inserted cassette is being played back.
5. Lights up when the inserted disc is being played back. 5. Works as a tape counter (hour, minute, second). Also displays a
6. Lights up when the repeat function is on. channel number, tape speed, remaining time for OTR or current
time.
7. Displays how long the current title or track has been played back.
When a chapter or track is switched, the number of a new title, 6. *Lights up when the Timer Recording or an OTR recording has
chapter or track is displayed. been set.
8. Displays a type of the disc which is inserted on the tray. 7. *Lights up during a recording. Flashes when a recording is paused.
• DVD : DVD
• CD : Audio CD, MP3, JPEG, Kodak Picture CD * , and mark will disappear when you set VCR/DVD in DVD
• VCD : Video CD mode. However, the function indicated by each mark is still working.
9. Lights up when the progressive scan system is activated.
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