Thank youforpurchasing thiscamcorder fromSHARP. Thecamcorder willenhance yourhome videoenjoyment andallowyoutocapture those special moments. Please readthisoperation manual tofamiliarize yourself withthe camcorder's features, sothatyouwillgetthemostoutofit.Thevideotechniques section will helpyoufullyenjoythemany features thiscamcorder offers, andexpand yourvideoworld. Important I Information WARNING: for Consumers in the U.S.
WARNING FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. iNFORMATiON This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
iMPORTANT SA 1. 2. Read Instructions All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated. Retain Instructions The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. 3. Heed Warnings All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. 4. Follow Instructions All operating and use instructions should be followed. 5. 6. Cleaning UnpkJg this product from the wall outlet before cleaning.
15.Power LinesAnoutside antenna e. Iftheproduct hasbeendropped or system should notbelocated inthe damaged inanyway,and vicinity ofoverhead power linesorother f. When theproduct exhibits adistinct electric lightorpower circuks, orwhere change inperformance this indicates a needforservice. itcanfallintosuchpower linesor circuits. When installing anoutside 20.
Quick Operation Guide Please consult this operation manual further for details on these and other functions of your camcorder. 1 Attach the battery pack on the camcorder, and make sure that the Power switch is set to OFR 2 Plug the AC adapter into a power outlet (_), then insert the DC plug into the DC input jack (21). ,, The charge indicator lights up. Power switch DC input jack T° p°vver °u_rt Charge indicator _ [_-//_i _ Make sure that the Power switch is set to OFF.
Attach thepower source tothe YeucarluseanSDMemory Card ora camcorder, thenslidethecassette MulfiMediaCard forstoring stillimages. compartment doorrelease andopenthe cassette compartment door. 1 Make surethatthePower switch isset ,,After confirmation sound, thecassette toOFR holder extends andopens automatically. 2 Slidethecardslotcover release and Cassette compartment openthecardslotcover inthedirection door release ofthearrow.
Quick Operation Guide Zooming REC START/STOP button Power Zoom control/Volume control STILL button _I_I Push the Power Zoom control to T (1) (telephoto) or W (_) (wide angle) side. Operation button I Media Selection switch Power switch 1 Insert a cassette 2 Set the Media Selection switch to TAPE. 1 Set the Media Selection switch to TAPE. 2 Hold down the Lock button and set the Power switch to VCR. into the camcorder.
1 Insert a card into the camcorder. I Set the Media Selection switch to CARD. 2 Set the Media Selection switch to CARD. 2 Hold down the Lock button and set the Power switch to VCR. * The images recorded on the card are displayed in a thumbnail format. Hold down the Lock button and set the Power switch to CAMERA. ,, The picture from the lens now displays.
Supplied For VL-NZ100 Accessories For VL-NZ150 Standardqife Standard-life battery pack BT-L225D* battery pack BT-L225D* Extended-life battery pack BT=L445[_* AA battery x 2 CR2025 type lithium battery Audio/video cable QCNW- 1979TAZZ Lens cap GCOVH 1296TASA SD Memory Card VL=NZ100:8 MB VL=NZ150:16 MB Lens hood GCOVA1870TASA Wrist strap UBNDT0145TASA Tripod adapter GDAI=A001WJZZ USB driver CDSKA0081TA01 USB cable QCNW-A338WJZZ Remote control RRMCG0084TASA AC adapter UADP-0339TAZZ* The part
Optional Accessories Standard=life battery pack BT-L225D Note: o The listed model names Extended-life battery pack BT-L445D are for U.S. accessories. For optional and additional accessories, Supply Center at 1-800-642-2122, or visit contact your local dealer, call the Sharp Accessories SHARP's website (http:l/www.sharp-usa.com).
Precautions • When the camcorder is not in use, remember to remove the cassette tape, turn off the power, and disconnect the camcorder from the power source. - Always respect prohibitions or restrictions on the use of electronic equipment on commercial flights or in other sensitive areas. - Do not aim the lens at the sun. - Be aware of the temperature and humidity. You can use your camcorder at 32°F to 104°F (0°C to + 40°C), and at 30% to 80% relative humidity.
Contents I Operation References Preparation On-screen Display Index ............................................... 4 Part Names .................................................................... Warnhg Indicators ......................................................... 711 Attaching and Removing the Battery Pack .................... Charging the Battery Pack ........................................... Powering the Camcorder from an AC Outlet ............... Inserting and Removing a Cassette .......
Contents f Useful Features Still Recording Attaching the Wide Screen Digital Image Self Recording Recording in Selecting the on Tape ................................................ Supplied Tripod Adapter ....................... (16:9) ...................................................... Stabilization (DIS) .................................. ............................................................. LP (Long Play Recording) Mode ............ 16-bk Audio Recording Mode ................
f Digital Still Features I Appendix Camera Camera Recording Card Recording ........................................................... Selecting the Picture Quality ........................................ Recording with the Self-timer ....................................... Formatting a Card ........................................................ 55 56 57 58 Playback Card Playback ............................................................. Delete Protection .......................................
Fordetails ontheuseofeachpart,refertothepagenumber indicated inbrackets. Stereo microphone DCinputjack [ppo10,11] Cassette holder[po12] Lithium battery compartment door [p.14] Cassette compartment door[p.12] Cassette compartment doorrelease [p.
iiiili_iii iiii_!i;!ili!_iiiiiiii_ Power ZoomWideangle/ Telephoto control[p.21]/ VOLume control [p.23] DVterminal [pp.50,51] -Media Selection switch (TAPE/ CARD selection switch) [p.
OperationReferences i iiiii RECord START/STOP button [p. 20] STILL button [pp. 33, 40, 55] GAMMA/ BRIGHTER button [pp. 29, 30, 40] FADE button [p. 31] SET (CAMERA/VCR select switch) [p. 19] [p. 26] Remote sensor [p. 38] Speaker MENU button [lop. 6, 26] , MANUAL button [p. 6] Card slot cover [p. 13] Battery release [p. 9] Wrist strap loop [p. 17] Tripod adapter socket [p. 33] Battery mounting surface [p.
iiiili_iiiii:i NNNiii,X_i_iii!i!i!i! iiiiiiiiiii!_iiiilili iiii_!i'i!i,l,i!_ii Fordetails ontheuseofeachfunction, refertothepagenumber indicated. •_ TAPE-CAM ERA mode _.46 _.32 _.27 _.36 _.34 _.34 68 39 16 17 p. 37 _.47 _.47 _. 79 p. 15 -.- TAPE-VCR mode p._22 AUDIO1*2 I _.41 _. 54 _. 52 ). 50 68 p. 52 39 ). 38 ). 69 _.47 p.
Operation i References iiiii _- CARD=CAMERA p. p. 55 mode J'_CARD 22 45 46 57 27 ] 111/ 80 RMAL p. 55 P. p. 44 ! 6 [AJTO 28 34 68 39 16 17 56 58 69 79 15 J ,-- CARD-VCR mode p. 59 CKNoRNAL L 00-0010 PAGE2/2 t J I00-0010_ .p. 67 61,62 ). 60 ). 63 p. 22 68 39 ). 38 ). 69 Note: , See page 26 for procedures or] how to display the desired screen.
iiiili_iilii:ii! _anua| scveens i!i i!i i!! Each time you press the MANUAL button, the screen changes as shown below. -t_ AUTO_ (p.FOcus42) setting screen 4, (p. 43) Exposure setting screen 4, MANUAL button White(p. 44)balance screen AUTO_ screen AUTO On-screen indicators _ 30rain Normal on/off Eachtime you pressthe MENU button, the screen changes as shown below. *The example screens shown areforTAPE-CAMERA mode.
Operation References If a warning indicator appears on the screen, follow the specified I NS E RT ..r_\_,-_ !,_-V-\_! A CASSETTE. EJ ECT THE EJECT CASSETTE. CASSETTE NOT RECOROABLE SOON ........ CHANGE THE ' .... PROTECT. TAB ........... THE TAPE ENOS There is no video cassette in the camcorder. Insert a cassette (see page 12). CASSETTE. ........ , TAI_E ' I:NI) THE CASSETTE. BAT T ERY I S TOO LOW. instructions. The video cassette is defective removed (see page 12).
NNNiii,X_i_iii!i!i!i! iiiiiiiiiii!_iiiii iiiiiiiiiii_iiiiii iiii_!i'ii,l,i!_iiiiiiii _ NO MEMORY CARD The card is not inserted or is inserted improperly. Check that it is properly inserted (see page 13). MEMORY FU L L The capacity of the card is full and cannot store any more images. Delete unnecessary images (see page 61) or replace the card with a new one (see page 13). CARD NO DATA ON MEMORY CARD The card has no images recorded recognize.
Removing 1 Attaching Power switch 2 Make sure that the Power switch is set to OFR Rotate the monitor section of the camcorder (_), then press the battery release (_). Slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow and take it out iiii!!!iiii_iiiiii_iiiiiiiiiiiiii iii!!_i_iiiiiiiiiiiiii i (3).
1 Attach thebattery packonthe camcorder, andmake surethatthe Power switch issettoOFR 2 PlugtheACadapter intoa power outlet (_),theninsert theDCplugintotheDC input jack(21). ,,Thecharge indicator lights up. DCinput jack Notes: " Charge the battery pack between 50°F and 86°F (10°C and 30°C). The battery pack may not charge properly at temperatures too low or too high. ,, The battery pack and charger become warm during charging. This is not a malfunction.
Preparation Note: o When using the AC adapter to power the camcorder, the battery pack is not charged. Cautions: You can also power the camcorder power outlet by using the supplied from a AC adapter. Caution: ,' The supplied AC adapter is specially designed for use with this camcorder, and should not be used as a power supply for other camcorders. .................................................................
4 inserting Wait for the cassette holder to fully retract. Close the compartment door by pressing the center until it clicks into place. Attach the power source to the camcorder, then slide the cassette compartment door release and open the cassette compartment door. ,, After confirmation sound, the cassette holder extends and opens automatically. Cassette iiiiiil,ii! iiiiiiiiiiii_!ii!ii!i Removing compartment door release Perform step 1 above, then take out the cassette.
Preparation Remeving Perform steps 1 and 2 above, push the card ('r) and pull the card straight out (_) as shown below. You can use an SD Memory Card or a MultiMediaCard for storing still images. iiii!!!i!iii_iiiiii_iiiiiiiiiiiiiii inserting ii!!!_i_iiiiiiiiiiii!iii 1 Make sure that the Power switch is set iiiiiiiiiiiiiiii_i;%iii to OFR Slide the card slot cover release and open the card slot cover in the direction of the arrow.
Removing Perform steps 1 and 2 above, then lift out the battery from the battery holder. |nsta|iing i" The supplied lithium battery is used to store the memory of the date and time settings. 1 Slide the cassette compartment door release and open the cassette compartment door. Note: o The cassette holder will extend and open when the camcorder is connected to a power source. Be sure to close the cassette holder before proceeding to the next step (see page 12).
Preparation Changing 1 In TAPE-CAMERA or CARD-CAMERA mode, press the MENU button until the menu screen appears. Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA This camcorder allows you to choose English, French or Spanish as the on-screen display iiiiiiiiiiiiiiii_iiiiiiiiiiii language. Power switch 2 Press _y or z1_, on the operation button to select ETC,then press the SET button. 3 Press ',/ or A to select "LANGUAGE" ("LANGUE" or "IDIOMA"), then press the SET button.
4 Press _/ or zi_to select "JUN" (month), then press the SET button. 5 Press _/ or A to select "2" (day), then press the SET button. 6 Press _/ or A to select"2003" (year), then press the SET button. 7 Press _/ or ,,Ato select "10 AM" (hour), then press the SET button. Available modes: TAPE=CAMERA, CARD=CAMERA Example: Setting the date to June 2. 2003 (JUN. 2. 2003) and the time to 10:30 am (10:30 AM).
Preparation Changing Mode 1 to the 24-hour Time After performing step 8 above, press _/ or A to select "12H/24H', then press the SET button. Attach the wrist strap to the wrist strap loop as shown below. Lp loop 2 Press _7or A to select"24H", then press the SET button. Caution: o Do not swing the camcorder 3 Press the MENU menu screen. by the strap. button to turn off the Notes: o The date and time, once set, are internally recorded even when not displayed on the screen.
Always attach the lens cap over the lens when not using the camcorder. < To create images that are easy to watch during playback, try to record with an upright posture and steady hand to prevent a shaky image. Ho|ding the camcorder Place your right thumb close to the REC START/STOP button and Power Zoom control. Place your left thumb on the thumb rest on the left side of the screen. Basic posture When recording, hang the lens cap on the wrist strap to keep the cap out of the way.
Power switch This camcorder includes functions for use as both a video camera for recording and playing back images on tapes and as a digkal still camera for recording and playing back still images on cards. One of the following camcorder modes needs to be set before starting any operation. Media Camcorder "1 mode TAPE-VCR mode motion and still images on a For playing back or editing motion and still images recorded on a tape. Set the Media Selection "1 switch to TAPE.
To pause recording Press the REC START/STOP button again. Recording pauses, and the camcorder enters Recording Standby mode. Available mode: TAPE=CAMERA @ PAUSE - Before you start recording, perform the operations described on pages 9 through to prepare your camcorder for recording. ,1, 18 @ REC START/STOP button To turn the power off Set the Power switch to OFF without pressing the Lock button. Media Selection switch 1 2 Remove the lens cap. Set the Media Selection switch to TAPE.
Basic Operations Camera Recording Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, Available CARD-CAMERA modes: TAPE-CAMERA, Zooming allows you to move visually closer to or farther from a subject without physically changing your position. When using the optical zoom, you can enlarge the subject up to 10x. CARD-CAMERA The camcorder is preset to Auto Focus mode, which is designed to focus on most types of subjects. In Auto Focus mode, the camcorder automatically focuses on the subject in the center of the scene.
Available mode: TAPE=CAMERA Available modes: All modes When the camcorder is recording in TAPECAMERA mode, an on-screen indicator displays the approximate in minutes. remaining tape time When using the camcorder with the battery pack as the power source, the remaining battery power indicator is displayed. If the battery power becomes very low, a warning indicator appears. Replace the battery pack.
To stop playback Press v'. Available mode: TAPE=VCR The LCD monitor screen functions as a handy playback monitor. Nothing needs to be connected, allowing instant on-screen playback with the sound through the builtqn speaker. Media Selection switch To turn the power off Set tile Power switch to OFF without pressing the Lock button. ii};iiiiilililililililililililili@ii!i}iiiiiiii Note: ,, The tape is automatically rewound when playback reaches the end of the tape.
Available mode: TAPE=VCR Available mode: TAPE=VCR The video search function makes it easy to search for a desired scene on the tape. The still function allows you to pause playback in TAPE-VCR mode. Searching for a Scene Near the Current Tape Position During playback in TAPE-VCR mode, press A on the Operation button. 1 During playback in TAPE-VCR mode, press > (or <) on the Operation button. • The playback picture fast forwards (or reverses).
Basic Operations Playback Caution: ,, Check that the camcorder, TV, VCR and other equipment to be used are turned off before making any connections. Picture noise or malfunction may occur if any of the above is left on while making a connection. Available modes: TAPE-VCR, CARD-VCR You can connect the camcorder to a TV to allow a larger audience to enjoy playback. 3 Turn on the TV and set it to the "AV" or "VIDEO" channel. (See the operation manual of your TV.
3 Use the menu screens to adjust the various camcorder settings. Media Selection Press V or A on the Operation button to select the desired menu screen (¢_), then press the SET button. Example switch Power switch • You can press >, instead of the SET button. 4 MENU button i i Operation button Press V or /, to select the desired menu item (DGTL ZOOM), then press the SET button. Example Set to the desired camcorder mode iiiii!i#i_i (see page 19).
Turning on the recording guide o The example screens shown are for TAPECAMERA mode. Available modes: TAPE=CAMERA, CARD=CAMERA This function helps you decide on the size of the subject occupying the screen. Select one of five recording guides. In TAPE-CAMERA or CARD-CAMERA mode, press the MENU button until the menu screen appears. 2 Press V or L on the operation button to select e,_, then press the SET button. 3 Press V or A to select"GUIDE", press the SET button.
The "D" digital zoom indicator during digital zooming. is displayed Available modes: TAPE=CAMERA, CARD=CAMERA You can select three different zoom ranges: 1 10× (optical zoom), 1040× (digital zoom) or 10 300x (digital zoom). The digital zoom allows you to record powerful close-up pictures with the same operation as normal zooming. Notes: o The digital zoom is in addition to the optical zoom giving a combined maximum zoom range of 1 300×.
Useful features Camera Recording To obtain a brighter Press the GAMMA/BRiGHTER - The [] indicator appears. Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA picture button again. GAMMA / BRIGHTER When the subject is backlit, the image will appear dark if it is recorded normally. The gamma brightness compensation function improves the picture by increasing the brightness of the subject while leaving the brighter portion of the image unaffected.
To obtain Available Press the GAMMA/BRIGHTER • The _]_[Y indicator appears. modes: TAPE=CAMERA, a brighter CARD=CAMERA When you are recording in a dark or poorly illuminated location, "LIGHT" is displayed on the screen. Use the gain-up function to record a brighter picture. Note: o At locations where lighting is adequate, "LIGHT" will not appear. The gain=up function cannot be used in this case. picture button again.
Useful Features Camera Recording 2 Press the REC START/STOP button to begin recording. ,, The picture turns white, and the image and sound fade in. Available mode: TAPE-CAMERA =@ The fade function allows you to gradually bring the image and sound in or out at the beginnklg or end of a scene for creating scene transitions. This is especially effective in creating a dramatic change in scenery.
Available mode: TAPE=CAMERA Available mode: TAPE=CAMERA If while playing back your tape you want to quickly return to the last recorded scene and start recording again, use the quick return function. The edit search function lets you search, without switching from TAPE-CAMERA mode to TAPE-VCR mode. for the point on the tape where you wish to start recording next. 1 Set the camcorder to TAPE-CAMERA mode. In Recording Standby mode, press the MENU button until the menu screen appears.
Useful Features Camera Recording Available mode: TAPE-CAMERA You can record continuous still images of subjects. 1 Attach the supplied tripod adapter when using a tripod with the camcorder. Align the tripod adapter with the tripod adapter socket on the bottom of the camcorder, then rotate as shown below. Set the camcorder to TAPE-CAMERA mode. Tripod adapter socket In Recording Standby mode, press the STILL button fully. - A still image of the subject is displayed.
Available mode: TAPE=CAMERA The wide screen function lets you record scenes with the wide-screen feel of a movie shown in a theater. The top and bottom of the picture are masked with black bands to produce an effective screen aspect ratio of 16:9. Normal screen Available modes: TAPE=CAMERA, CARD=CAMERA The digkal image stabilization (DIS) function allows you to stabilize the image by electronically compensating for relatively minor image shaking that is often annoying in close-up shots.
Useful Features Camera Recording Cautions: o Do not rotate the monitor Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA Rotate the LCD monitor 180 ° vertically so that the screen faces the other way and the subject carl monitor the shot while you are recording. section to the self recording position during recording or playback.
Notes Available mode: TAPE=CAMERA This camcorder allows you to record in LP (Long Play Recording) mode for approximately 50% more recording time with the same picture quality as that in SP (Standard Play Recording) mode. In TAPE-CAMERA mode, press the MENU button until the menu screen appears. 2 3 Press V or /,, on the operation button to select if;h, then press the SET button. Press V or A to select"TAPE then press the SET button. SPEED", on the use of LP mode • To record in LP mode.
Useful Features Camera Recording Available mode: TAPE-CAMERA The camcorder normally records audio in the 12-bit audio recording mode. For higher-quality audio recording, select the 16-bit audio recording mode. 1 In TAPE-CAMERA mode, press the MENU button until the menu screen appears. 2 3 Press _/ or ,_:,on the operation button to select rWs, then press the SET button. Press _/ or /,, to select"AUDIO MODE" then press the SET button. Press the MENU button to turn off the menu screen.
Available modes: TAPE=CAMERA, TAPE-VCR Use the remote control to operate the camcorder from a distance, such as when you want to record yourself in a scene, or when the camcorder is connected to a TV for use as a VCR. installing 1 the Batteries 4 Press V or _1_, to select"ON", the SET button. then press 5 Press the MENU button to turn off the menu screen. Operating Aim tile remote control at the remote sensor of the camcorder, and press the control buttons to operate.
Useful Features Playback Available modes: All modes Follow the procedure below to display the date, or both the date and time, of recording on the screen. You can display the date and time during both recording and playback. Notes: o The date (or date and time) appears when the on-screen indicators are turned on, o Before recording, make sure that the date and time have been correctly set. If they have not been set, the display will be left blank when playing back the recording.
Available mode: TAPE=VCR The gamma playback function improves the playback picture in TAPE-VCB mode by increasklg the brightness of the subject while leaving the brighter portions of the image unaffected. Available mode: TAPE=VCR You can capture your favorite image frame from a video tape recording and save it on card. 1 Insert the recorded Mini DV cassette and a card in the camcorder. 2 Set the camcorder toTAPE-VCR then begin tape playback.
Useful Features Playback Available 4 Press V or /,, to select the desired picture effect, then press the SET button. 5 Press the MENU button to turn off the menu screen. modes: TAPE-VCR, CARD-VCR These picture effects let you play back images with a more dramatic effect. - Types To cancel Picture Effect Playback B/W: The picture is displayed white. in black-andSelect "OFF" in step 4 above. SEPIA: The picture is displayed in sepia color similar to that of an old photograph.
In TAPE-CAMERA Available modes: TAPE=CAMERA, CARD=CAMERA Auto Focus may not be able to focus on the subject in the situations shown below. In such situations, set the camcorder to Manual Focus mode and focus manually. 2 3 Subject is too dark Fast-moving or CARD-CAMERA mode, press the MANUAL button until the focus setting screen appears. subject Lack of contrast, scene Background eg snow is too bright 4 Adjust the Power Zoom control to frame the subject as you desire.
Advanced Features Camera Recording To return Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA The camcorder is preset to Auto Exposure mode, which automatically selects the optimal aperture. However. when there is too much contrast in brightness between the subject and background, you may not be able to record a clear image. In this case, use the manual exposure function to correct the exposure level. Background is too bright and subject too dark (backlit subject).
To return to Auto White Balance mode Available Press modes: TAPE-CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA setting the SET button screen while the white balance is displayed. Note: The color of the subject different depending on Lock the White Balance Balance does not work 1 on the screen looks lighting conditions. if the Auto White properly. In TAPE-CAMERA if a scene or CARD-CAMERA mode, press the MANUAL button until the white balance setting screen appears.
Advanced Features Camera Recording 4 Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, Press V or A to select the desired digital picture effect, then press the SET button. ,, The selected digkal picture effect displays on the menu screen. CARD-CAMERA These digital picture effects let you record the subject with a more dramatic effect. 5 - Types Press the MENU button to turn off the menu screen. B/W: To record in black-and-white. SEPIA: To record in sepia color similar to that of an old photograph.
4 Available modes: TAPE=CAMERA, CARD=CAMERA You carl set the camcorder to the shooting mode that will create the best results for a specific situation. Just select one of four scene settings shown below. The camcorder will automatically set the exposure, white balance, and shutter speed to produce the optimum picture quality for the selected situation. Press V or A to select the scene setting that best fits the recording situation, then press the SET button.
5 Available modes: TAPE-VCR, TAPE-CAMERA Press the MENU button to turn off the menu screen. - The time code appears when the onscreen indicators are turned on. ,BU The time code shows the hour. minute and second of recording, and the frame number (1 frame = approx. 1/30 sec.). This is automatically recorded along with the subject when you are recording on the tape. You can display the time code on the screen as an accurate counter in both TAPE-VCR and TAPE-CAMERA modes.
Culling Unwanted Sequences 1 Video editing lets you refine your videos by removing unwanted sequences from your tape, or transposklg one sequence with another. This camcorder lets you monitor the source program on the built-kl LCD monitor without having to connect it to an external TV or video monitor. Play back the tape to be edited on the camcorder, and locate the beginning and end of the sequence you wish to cut.
Advanced Features Playback To Record Source 1 Available mode: TAPE=VOR You can use this camcorder to record or edit videos from another source, such as a VCR, TV, or video disc player. Connect the camcorder to the source equipment with the supplied audio/video cable, as shown. 2 Set the camcorder to TAPE-VCR and insert a Mini DV cassette. mode, Begin playback on the video equipment connected to the camcorder. ,, Check the camcorder screen to see if the picture is properly received.
1 Set the camcorder to TAPE-VCR mode, and make sure that playback stops. 2 Press the MENU button to display the menu screen. Available mode: TAPE-VCR You can use this camcorder to convert from analog signal (e.g. video recorded on 8 mm or Hi8 tapes) to digital signal. Connect the audio/video as shown below. To DV terminal 4 cable and DV cable I Press V or A on the operation button to select _, then press the SET button. Press V or A to select"ANLG-cDGTI", then press the SET button.
Advanced Features Playback To Record merit 1 Available mode: TAPE=VDR This camcorder enables you to perform digital video editing. Connect the camcorder to video equipment with a DV terminal using a commercially avaiiabb DV cabb. A DV cabb is abb to transfer all dubbing signals including video and audio. To Record to Video 2 3 Equipment Press the REC START/STOP button on the camcorder. ,, The camcorder enters Recording Standby mode.
3 4 Available mode: TAPE-VDR You can select any of the following audio playback modes. Press V or A on the operation button to select _, then press the SET button. Press V or £ to select"AUDIO", press the SET button.
Advanced Features Playback Audio in normal Available mode: TAPE-VCR recording mode 12=bit audio recording The audio is recorded in stereo on Audio 1. You can add narration to recordings made with this camcorder, while preserving the original audio and video recordings. Microphone Recording for Audio Dubbing You can use the built-in stereo microphone record narration.
Audio Dubbing To pause 1 Play back the recorded Mini DV cassette and locate the tape position where you wish to start audio dubbing. 2 Press 3 Press the MENU button until the menu screen appears. 4 5 Press V or A on the operation button to select _, then press the SET button. Press V or A to select"AUDIO DUB", then press the SET button. ,, The audio dubbing screen appears. audio dubbing Press the MENU button. The audio dubbing screen disappears.
5 Available mode: CARD=CAMERA 6 You can take a still picture in the same way as you do with a standard camera and record that image on the card. STILL button Adjust the Power Zoom control to frame the subject as you desire. Press the STILL button half-way down to focus on the subject. - The camcorder automatically focuses on the subject. When it is set, you will hear a sound and see a mark. then the camcorder locks the focus. Power Zoom control =_ CARD 9/81 NORMAL 7 Press the STILL recording.
In CARD-CAMERA mode, press the MENU button until the menu screen appears. Available mode: CARD=CAMERA 2 The picture quality of still images recorded on the card depends on the picture quality setting. Select the appropriate setting to match your recording objectives. 3 Press V or /,, on the operation button to select ¢_, then press the SET button. Press V or /\ to select"REC then press the SET button. MODE", Types NORMAL: Records images with standard picture quality.
Digital Still Camera Features Card Recording 4 Press the STILL button fully to set the timer. ,, The self-timer operating indicator flashes while the timer counts down. Available mode: CARD-CAMERA Self=timer operating indicator The self-timer function allows you to record images after a time-lag of 10 seconds. This is convenient when you want to record an image of you and your friends together. 1 ,_ CARD 10/00 NORMAL In CARD-CAMERA mode, press the MENU button until the menu screen AUTO appears.
4 Available mode: CARD=CAMERA Press _/ or A to select"FORMAT", then press the SET button. - To cancel formatting, press ,7 or ..A,to select "NO", then press the SET button. Before using a commercially available card with this camcorder, you must first have it formatted. Also, if any of the following warning indicators displays, you will need to format your card.
4 Press the SET button. - The selected image displays in fulP screen. Image fib name Available mode: CARD-VCR You can play back and view still images recorded on a card on the LCD monitor. SET button Media Selection switch £ Playback image number/ number of recordings Available OpeYatJons Full-screen Display Operation button Power switch 1 Set the Media Selection switch to CARD. 2 Hold down the Lock button and set the Power switch to VCR.
5 protection. • The _- indicator appears. Available mode: CARD-VCR Delete protection indicator You can prevent your important images recorded on the card from accidental erasure. 1 2 3 Press the SET button to set delete SET In CARD-VCR mode, press the MENU button until the menu screen appears. PROTECT NORMAL Press _/ or L:, on the operation button to select _, then press the SET button. 100-0003 PAGE1/2 - If you want to protect another image, repeat steps 4 and 5.
Digital StilJ Camera Features PJayback Available mode: CARD=VCR Deleting One Stored 6 Press the SET button to set the image. * To cancel deletion, press V or ;,_ to select "NO", then press the SET button. 7 Press V or /,, to select"YES", then press the SET button to delete the image. image You can delete unwanted images to free up memory of a card for new images. Note: e Deleted images cannot be restored. whether or not you want the images performing the procedure below.
Deleting AJ| Stored images 4 You can delete all stored images on a card in one operation. Press _7 or z1_to select"ALL IMAGES", then press the SET button. * The DELETE ALL indicator appears. Notes: o Deleted images cannot be restored. Check whether or not you want the images before performing the procedure below. o If you want to keep some images on the card, first delete-protect them (see page 60), and then perform the procedure below.
Digital Still Camera Features Playback 5 Available mode: CARD-VCR Press _, >, V or _, to select the image to which you want to assign a print order. The print order function allows you to add print information called DPOF to still images recorded on a card. About 100-0003 PAGE1/2 DPOF DPOF (Digital Printing Order Format) defines the print information for the specific images and number of each image on memory cards.
To cancel 1 2 the print order for an image Select the image for canceling out of print order in step 5 above, then press the SET button. Press V to select"0", then press the SET button. " The _ indicator disappears. 0 Assigning images Print Order to All 1 Perform steps 1 to 3 in "Assigning Print Order to an Image". 2 Press _7 or z1_,to select"PRI. press the SET button. ALL:', then 100-0003 PAGE1/2 4, 4, SET PRINT NORMAL Press the MENU setting.
Digital Still Camera Features Playback |nstaJiing Using the supplied USB cable, you carl transfer still images to a computer. System * In tire examples below tire CD-ROM drive letter is taken as "R:". Select the correct drive letter according to your operating environment.
- Windows image ME 1 "Add New Hardware Wizard" appears after performing "Preparation". 2 Select "Automatic search for a better driver". 3 Insert the CD-ROM containing the USB driver into the CD-ROM drive, then click "Next". Folders and File Names Still images recorded usklg tire camcorder stored on a card as shown below. h DClM ...... Select "SHARP DVC USB Vet. 1.
Digital StilJ Camera Features PJayback 5 Available mode: CARDWCR You carl automatically play back consecutive still images recorded on a card at intervals of 5 seconds. This is useful when confirming the data recorded on a card. Press V or /\ to select"SLIDE SHOW", then press the SET button. ,, Beginning from the image selected in step 2, the recorded images will display in fuIFscreen one after another in order of recording. SET 1 Set the camcorder to CARD-VCR mode.
Adjusting 1 the Backlight Press the MENU button until the menu screen appears. Available modes: AIi modes If the picture is difficult to see due to ambient light or other factors, adjust the monitor picture settings. o The example screens CAMERA mode. Adjusting 1 shown the 2 Press V or A on the operation button to select [0D, then press the SET button. 3 Press V or A to select"BACKLIGHT", then press the BET button. are for TAPE- Picture Press the MENU button until the menu screen appears.
Appendix Available modes: All modes A confirmation sound is made when you turn on or off the Power swkch, press the REC START/STOP button, or perform other designated operations. Use the procedure below to turn off the confirmation sounds. 1 Press the MENU button until the menu screen appears. 2 Press V or /,, on the operation button to select ETC,then press the SET button. 3 Press V or /,, to select"BEEP", press the SET button.
ighting _ints for Better Shooting - Position the subject in the center of the scene. When using auto focus, whatever is in the center of the scene is kept in focus. For clear, good-quaNty recording, 500 to 100,000 lux is needed. Recording is possible with less light, but the picture quality may suffer. Adequate lighting is also essential for correct white balance.
Appendix Tech.ology Digkal video (DV) is a revolutionary technology that enables recording and playback of high quality images with the use of special digital features previously unavailable with conventional analog formats. DV and conventionaivideo tapes easse_e There are two kinds of DV-format video cassette tapes: the Mini DV cassette and the larger DV cassette used for extended playback and recording. This camcorder only operates with Mini DV cassettes. DV cassettes cannot be used.
;UJnJ DV Cassette To protect tal erasure recordings against acciden- Slide the protect tab on the rear of the Mini DV cassette to the "SAVE" position. protect Precautions cassette - Be sure to use only Mini DV cassettes with the tvl r1 _'T tab when using a Mini DV mark. To record over a previously recorded tape, slide the protect tab to the "REC" position. - This camcorder can record and play back using Mini DV cassettes with cassette memory, but it cannot record or play back this memory.
Appendix ItiMediaCard Watch out for static electricity Improper handling of the Mu[tiMediaCard may cause damage to the card or images on the card. Follow the instructions below for correct use. • Do not let dirt or other foreign matter accumulate on the card contacts, or touch them with your fingers, or rub or scrape them. Static electricity may damage (erase) data on the card. Clean the card by wiping it gently with a soft, dry cloth.
Memory card Precautions Cards on handling Aeapte,, SD Memory • After removing the card from the camcorder, be sure to immediately store it in the card case. ,, Do not disassemble or modify the card. ,, Do not strike, bend, drop, or allow the card to become wet. ,, Do not touch the metal terminals with your hands or metallic objects. ,, Do not peel off the label from the card. ,, Do not attach other labels or stickers to the card.
Appendix ; atte,'y p.ck Storage This camcorder pack. • Store the battery pack in a fully discharged state. uses a lithium-ion type battery - Store the battery pack in a dry, cool place. Charging • Charge the battery pack immediately (or a day) before use. The battery pack gradually self-discharges even if stored in a fully charged state. - When storing a fully charged battery pack, put the cover on it so that the "CHARGE" mark printed on the label is seen through the window, as shown.
Formation • What is "dew formation"? When cold water is poured into a glass, dew drops form on the glass. This clinging of water drops is called dew formation. - "Dew" warning feature If dew forms, the word "DEW" flashes on the screen, and the power will automatically turn off in approximately 10 seconds. • When dew forms in your eameorder. Dew wil[ gradually form on tile head drum of your camcorder and make the video tape stick to the head. This causes damage both to the head and the tape.
Appendix ; irty video Heads When the video heads have become clogged with dirt (dust and tape coating particles), Striped noise Mosaic noise Using a Cleaning Tape (Commercially Available) Available mode: TAPE-VCR You can clean the video head with a commercially available cleaning tape. - mosaic-like noise appears on the playback picture. (see above illustration) - playback used when the cleaning oamcorder. pictures do not move. - during playback, blue.
_|eaning : _Si.g • Many plastic parts are used in the camcorder casing. Do not use thinner, benzene or other strong chemical cleaners. These may cause discoloration and damage to the casing. Television signal standards and electrical voltages and frequencies vary substantially from country to country. When you are abroad, check the sections below before using the AC adapter or connecting the camcorder to a TV. ,, Clean the casing with a soft, dry cloth.
Appendix Canceling Available 1 modes: TAPE-CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA You can watch a brief demonstration of the special camcorder features in Demo mode. If the demonstration appears on the screen when you turn on the camcorder for the first time. cancel the Demo mode to use your camcorder. Note: o The demonstration Watching 1 is only displayed Press V or j_,,on the operation button to select ETC,then press the SET button. 3 Press V or A to select"DEMO then press the SET button.
Before calling for service, please check the following troubleshooting table. iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii_ _ii_ii_ ii_:___!_!_!_!_!_!_!_!_!_!_!_!_!_!_!_!_!_!_!_!_!_!_!_!_!_!_! ¸¸ iiiiiiiiii Nopower Power source is not properly nected. con- Connect power source properly (pp. e, 11). Battery pack is not charged. Charge battery pack sufficiently (p. 10). Dew in camcorder. Wait until dew dries (p. 76). Safety function is in effect. Set Power switch to OFF and remove battery pack.
Appendix Cannot rewind or fast forward tape. Position at beginning Video noise in image. Dirty video heads. Call for service (p. 82) or use a commercially available cleaning tape (p. 77). Old or worn tape. Use a new cassette. Image is delete-protected. Cancel the protection iiii!iiiiiiiiiiiiiii!!i! Cannot delete image on card. or end of tape. Cannot format card. Cassette iiiiiiiiiiiii will not eject.
Cal_covdov Signal System: Recording System: Cassette: Recording/Playback Time: Tape Speed: Pickup Device: Lens: Lens Filter Diameter: Monitor: Microphone: Color Temperature Compensation: Minimum Illumination: Still Image Compression System: Still Image Recording Format: Still Image Recording Medium: Power Requirement: Power Consumption: Operating Temperature: Operating Humidity: Storage Temperature: Dimensions (approx.): Weight (approx.
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Precauciones • Cnando no ntilice la videoc&mara, no se olvide de extraer el videocasete, desconectar la alimentaci6n y desenchnfar Ja videoc&mara de Jafuente de alimentaci6n. • Respete siempre las prohibiciones o restricciones relacionadas con la utilizaci6n de eqnipos electr6nicos en vnelos eomerciales o en otras areas snsceptibles.
Lectura de las instrucciones_ntes de utilizar este producto deberan leerse todas las instrucciones de segundad y manejo. 2. Conservaci0n de las instrucciones Las instrucciones de seguridad y manejo deberan guardarse para poder consukarlas en futuro en easo de ser necesano. Cumplimiento de las advertencias-Deberan cumplirse todas las advertencias del producto y de las instrucciones de manejo. 4. Cumplimiento de las instrucciones Deberan seguirse todas las instrucciones de manejo. 5.
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Guia de operaci6n Interruptor rbpida de alimentaci0n 1 2 Coloque la bateffa en la videocamara aseg0rese de que el interruptor de alimentaci6n est6 en OFR y Enchufe el adaptador de CA en una toma de corriente (_), y luego inserte la clavija de CC en la toma de entrada de CC (b). ,, El indicador de carga se enciende. Toma de entrada de CC Aseg0rese de que el interruptor de alimentaci6n est6 en OFF.
Coloque la fuente de alimentaci6n en la videocAmara, y luego deslice el control de abertura de la puerta del compartimento del videocasete y abra la puerta del compartimento del videocasete. • Despu_s dels0nid0dec0nfirmaci6n, elp0rtavide0casete se extenderA yabriraaut0maticamente Control de abertura de la del compartimiento Para almacenar imagenes fijas podra utilizar una tarjeta de memoda SD o una tarjeta MultiMediaCard.
Guia de operaci6n r_ipida Boton REC Empleo START/STOP Co_d, de zd orr_ll e_llotorizad o/ Pulse el control del zoom motorizado hacia el lado de la T(_) (teletoto) o el lado de la W(2:) (granangular). I.._ I Bot0n STILL de| zoon Control del zoom motorizado _ otonSET Bot6n de operaci6n I Conmutador selector de medio Interruptor de alimentaci6n Ponga el conmutador selector de medio en TAPE. 2 1 2 Inserte un casete en la videoc_.mara. Ponga el conmutador selector de medio en TAPE.
1 2 Inserte una tarjeta en la videocamara. 1 Ponga el conmutador selector de medio en CARD. 2 Mantenga pulsado el bot6n de bloqueo y ponga el interrupter de alimentaci6n en VCR. Ponga el conmutador selector de medio en CARD. Mantenga pulsado el bot6n de bloqueo y ponga el interrupter de alimentaci6n en CAMERA. ,, La imagen captada por el objetivo se visualiza ahora. ,, Las imagenes grabadas en la tarjeta se visualizan en el formato de imagen miniatura.
Cuando se seiecciona "ESPANOL" como idioma de [a visualizaciOn siguientes visuaiizaciones indicadas a confinuacion. en pantalia aparecen las ,-.- Modo TAPE-CAMERA AUTOM. 30m /J ,..
ModoCARD-CAMERA TARJ 10/80 NORMAL AUTOM. .) J Modo CARD-VCR REPROOUC. NORMAL 100-0010 PAG. 2/2 t _11 lOO-OOlO TARJ 10/10 NORMAL • .
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