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Sharp ViewCam VL-WD255U Operation Manual

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LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY CAMCORDER
MODEL
VL-WD255U
OPERATION MANUAL
Please read this operation manual
carefully before using the VIEWCAM.
Important
For assistance in reporting the theft or loss of
this product, record on the line below the
model number and serial number which
are located on the bottom of the unit.
Please retain this information.
Model No.:
Serial No.:
• See page 93 for use of Demo mode.

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  • Page 1 LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY CAMCORDER MODEL VL-WD255U OPERATION MANUAL Please read this operation manual carefully before using the VIEWCAM. Important For assistance in reporting the theft or loss of this product, record on the line below the model number and serial number which are located on the bottom of the unit.
  • Page 2 Please read this operation manual to familiarize yourself with the camcorder’s features, so that you will get the most out of it. The video techniques section will help you fully enjoy the many features this camcorder offers, and expand your video world.
  • Page 3 Warn children not to take out batteries or install them. Parents should install the lithium battery in the camcorder. COPYRIGHT WARNING: It is the intent of SHARP that this unit be used in full NOTE The camcorder’s LCD panel is a very high technology product with more than 61,000 thin-film transistors*, giving you fine picture detail.

  • Page 4: Important Safeguards

    IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 1. Read Instructions—All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated. 2. 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 instruc- tions should be adhered to.
  • Page 5 15. Power Lines—An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

  • Page 6: Quick Operation Guide

    Lift up the viewfinder. Align the - mark on the side of the battery pack with the q mark on the camcorder (1), and slide the battery pack down completely until it locks into place (2). Turning the Power on...
  • Page 7 Inserting a Mini DV Cassette Attach the power source to the camcorder, then slide the cassette compartment door release and open the cassette compartment door. Insert the cassette fully with the window facing outwards, and with the erasure protect tab facing upwards.

  • Page 8: Tape Playback

    Tape Playback Press the LCD monitor OPEN release button (1), and open the LCD monitor to a 90° angle to the camcorder body (2). Lock button Adjust the LCD monitor to an angle that allows easy viewing on the on-screen picture.
  • Page 9 AUTO Card Playback Press the LCD monitor OPEN release button (1), and open the LCD monitor to a 90° angle to the camcorder body (2). Adjust the LCD monitor to an angle that Lock button allows easy viewing on the on-screen picture.

  • Page 10: Supplied Accessories

    * The part numbers for the AC adapter/battery charger and battery pack supplied with this camcorder are valid only in the U.S. and Latin America. If this camcorder was purchased outside of these areas, the part numbers may be different. Please refer to the part numbers printed on the labels of the supplied AC adapter/battery charger and battery pack.

  • Page 11: Optional Accessories

    Zoom microphone BT-L441n VR-5MCN BT-L221n Note: The listed model names are for U.S. accessories. For optional and additional accessories, contact your local dealer, call the Sharp Accesso- ries and Supply Center at 1-800-642-2122, or visit SHARP’s website (http://www.sharp-usa.com).
  • Page 12 Precautions • When the camcorder is not in use, remem- ber to remove the cassette tape, turn off the power, and disconnect the camcorder from the power source. • Do not aim the lens at the sun. Do not allow direct sunlight to strike the...

  • Page 13: Table Of Contents

    Warning Indicators ... 7 Charging the Battery Pack ... 9 Attaching and Removing the Battery Pack ... 10 Powering the Camcorder from an AC Outlet ... 11 Inserting and Removing a Mini DV Cassette ... 12 Installing the Lithium Memory Battery ... 13 Selecting the Language for the On-screen Display ...
  • Page 14 Contents Useful Features Advanced Features xiii Quick Return ... 36 Edit Search ... 36 Fade In and Fade Out ... 37 Wide Screen (16:9) ... 38 Still Recording on Tape ... 39 Still Recording Effects ... 40 Letting the Subject Monitor the Shot ... 42 Auto Focus ...
  • Page 15 SmartMedia Card Features Appendix • Guía de operación rápida en español ... 97 • Visualizaciones en pantalla en español ... 105 • Affichages sur écran en français ... 107 Camera Recording Inserting and Removing a SmartMedia Card (Commercially available) ... 73 Card Recording ...

  • Page 16: Part Names

    Operation References Operation References Part Names For details on the use of each part, refer to the page number indicated in brackets. Left view W/B (White Balance) button [p. 52] CAT’S EYE switch [p. 35] Lens hood Zoom lens Remote sensor [p. 43] Stereo microphone GAMMA/BRIGHTER button [pp.
  • Page 17 Left view Zoom microphone mounting hole [p. 55] LCD monitor [p. 19] LCD monitor OPEN release button [p. 19] Bottom view Card slot cover Viewfinder [p. 18] Lithium battery compartment door [p. 13] Tripod socket Diopter adjustment [p. 18] Power source PUSH release button [pp.
  • Page 18 Operation References Right view S-VIDEO socket [pp. 24, 65, 66] VIDEO jack [pp. 24, 65, 66] AUDIO L jack [pp. 24, 65, 66] AUDIO R jack [pp. 24, 65, 66] Hand strap [p. 17] Power Zoom Wide angle/ Telephoto control [p. 21]/ VOLume control [p.

  • Page 19: Quick Reference List

    Quick Reference List Below are some examples of camcorder’s features. • To record the subject with higher-quality audio. — See page 31 (Selecting the 16-bit Audio Recording Mode) • To record powerful close-up images. — See page 32 (Setting the Digital Zoom) •...

  • Page 20: On-Screen Display Index

    Operation References On-screen Display Index For details on the use of each function, refer to the page number indicated. TAPE-CAMERA mode p. 31 AU TO p. 20 pp. 20, 28 L I GHT AU TO 1 2 bit p. 22 p.
  • Page 21 CARD-CAMERA mode p. 31 AUTO CARD p. 28 p. 74 AUTO CARD p. 22 p. 74 NORMAL p. 75 ME NU SE L F RE C MODE SOUND D I SPL AY CARD-VCR mode NORMAL 1 0 0 0 0 0 6 p.

  • Page 22: Warning Indicators

    The fluorescent lamp behind the LCD monitor is close to the end of its service life. Call your local L AMP authorized Sharp dealer to have it replaced. When the vertical rotation of the LCD monitor is between 135° and 180° in TAPE-CAMERA or...
  • Page 23 The images in the SmartMedia card are corrupted or recorded in a MEMORY C ARD format which is not compatible with this camcorder. Format the card to ERROR use it with this camcorder (see page 77). The SmartMedia card has not been formatted with this camcorder.

  • Page 24: Charging The Battery Pack

    • See page 90 for more information on using the battery pack. Caution: • Charge only SHARP model BT-L221 or BT-L441 battery packs. Other types of battery packs may burst, causing personal injury and damage. Extending battery pack life...

  • Page 25: Attaching And Removing The Battery Pack

    • Remove the battery pack from the camcorder if you will not use the camcorder for a long period of time. • Use only SHARP model BT-L221 or BT-L441 battery packs with this camcorder. Use of other batteries may present a risk of fire or explosion.

  • Page 26: Powering The Camcorder From An Ac Outlet

    SmartMedia card, rendering it unreadble and unwritable. • Disconnect the camcorder from the AC adapter if you will not use the camcorder for a long period of time. To power outlet...

  • Page 27: Inserting And Removing A Mini Dv Cassette

    • Do not apply force to the cassette holder except when pressing the W mark to close it. • Do not tilt the camcorder or hold it upside down when you are inserting or removing a cassette. It may damage the tape.

  • Page 28: Installing The Lithium Memory Battery

    Lift up the battery using a pointed object, and take it out. Note: • Replace the battery with a new CR2025 lithium battery when the time indicator of the camcorder starts to fall behind the correct time. Notes on the Use of the Lithium battery...

  • Page 29: Selecting The Language For The On-Screen Display

    MENU/DISPLAY button Power switch Operation button Setting the Language When using the camcorder for the first time, select the desired language for the on-screen display by performing the procedure below. Press the LCD monitor OPEN release button (1) and open the LCD monitor (2).

  • Page 30: Setting The Area, Date And Time

    Preparation Setting the Area, Date and Time Example: Setting the date to June 2, 2002 (JUN. 2. 2002) and the time to 10:30 am (10:30 AM) in New York. Notes: • Before performing the procedure below, make sure that the lithium battery has been installed (see page 13).

  • Page 31: Displaying The Date And Time Of Recording

    Press d or y to select “2002” (year), and then press r. SE T T I NG JUN. Press d or y to select “10 AM” (hour), and then press r. SE T T I NG JUN. Press d or y to select “30” (minute), and then press e.

  • Page 32: Adjusting The Hand Strap

    Seal the velcro fasteners of the grip strap and the hand strap flap. Caution: • Do not swing the camcorder by the hand strap. Using the Lens Cap Attach the strap of the lens cap to the hand strap as shown below.

  • Page 33: Using The Viewfinder

    Lower the viewfinder. Cautions: • Do not use excessive force when moving the viewfinder. • Do not pick up the camcorder by the viewfinder. Notes: • The viewfinder automatically turns off when the LCD monitor is opened. When the vertical rotation of the monitor is between 135°...

  • Page 34: Using The Lcd Monitor

    • When closing the LCD monitor, do not tilt it; otherwise the monitor may not close properly and may become damaged. • Do not pick up the camcorder by the LCD monitor. • Do not expose the LCD monitor to shocks.

  • Page 35: Camera Recording Easy Camera Recording On Tape In Full Auto Mode

    To resume recording, set the Power switch to OFF and then back to CAMERA. (The camcorder will make a confirmation sound when it is left in Recording Standby mode for about 4 minutes.)

  • Page 36: Zooming

    • The zoom speed depends on how far you push the Power Zoom control. Notes: • The camcorder is unable to focus when zooming in on subjects within 6 feet (1.8 m). The camcorder will automatically zoom out until it is able to focus on the subject.

  • Page 37: Remaining Recording Time Display

    Remaining Recording Time Display When the camcorder is recording in TAPE- CAMERA mode, an on-screen indicator displays the approximate remaining tape time in minutes. During camera recording in TAPE-CAMERA mode, press the MENU/DISPLAY button until the remaining recording time indicator ap- pears.

  • Page 38: Playback Tape Playback

    Lock button Volume Control When the camcorder is in TAPE-VCR mode, push the Volume control to the L or + side to AUDIO1 2 + increase (1) or decrease (2) the volume.

  • Page 39: Watching The Playback On A Tv

    • If your TV or VCR has an S-video input socket, you can connect it to the S-VIDEO socket on the camcorder with a commercially available S-video cable. • When the camcorder is connected to a TV for CHANNEL PAUSE /STILL...

  • Page 40: Video Search

    To return to normal playback, press y again. Notes: • The sound is off in Still mode. • To protect the tape, the camcorder automatically returns to normal playback if it is left in Still mode for more than 5 minutes. Operation button...

  • Page 41: Selecting The Camcorder Mode

    Power switch to CAMERA. Caution: • Do not change the camcorder mode by operating the Media Selection switch during recording or playback, as this may cause damage to the tape or SmartMedia card. Media Selection switch TAPE-VCR mode For playing back or editing motion and still images recorded on tapes.

  • Page 42: Using The Controls

    Useful Features Using the Controls The following controls on the camcorder can be used to select and operate the various functions, settings and on-screen displays. MENU/DISPLAY button Operation button Power switch To turn the power on, hold down the Lock button and set the Power switch to CAMERA or VCR.

  • Page 43: Selecting The User Mode

    Selecting the User Mode This camcorder features three user modes for the camera recording functions. The selectable items on the menu screen are different depending on the user mode. User mode Auto mode (AUTO): Lets you adjust all menu settings except manual settings.

  • Page 44: Using The Menu Screens

    Press the MENU/DISPLAY button. Example Notes: • Certain menu items are common among SNAP Camcorder modes. If the REMOTE menu item, E F F. for example, is set to “OFF” in TAPE-CAMERA mode, it will be automatically set to “OFF” in other modes.

  • Page 45: Camera Recording

    Useful Features Camera Recording Recording in LP (Long Play Recording) Mode 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.

  • Page 46: Selecting The 16-Bit Audio Recording Mode

    • The DIS function cannot compensate for excessive image shaking. Turning Off the DIS Function When image shaking does not occur (e.g. when using the camcorder on a tripod), turn off 1 2 bit 1 6 bit the DIS function. The picture will appear more natural when the DIS function is off.

  • Page 47: Setting The Digital Zoom

    1–780K. • As the image is enlarged digitally, the picture quality decreases when higher digital zoom settings are used. Set the camcorder to TAPE-CAMERA or CARD-CAMERA mode. Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears. MANUAL SE T MAN.

  • Page 48: Gamma Brightness Compensation

    Useful Features Camera Recording Gamma Brightness Compensation 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.

  • Page 49: Gain-Up

    Gain-up 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: • At locations where lighting is adequate, “LIGHT” will not appear. The gain-up function cannot be used in this case.

  • Page 50: Night Recording (Cat's Eye)

    Notes: • The picture will turn white if you use Night Recording in a bright location. • The camcorder may not be able to focus correctly when using Night Recording. In such cases, use the manual focus function to obtain proper focus (see page 47).

  • Page 51: Quick Return

    Set the camcorder to TAPE-CAMERA mode. In Recording Standby mode, press the MENU/DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears.

  • Page 52: Fade In And Fade Out

    This is especially effective for indicating a dramatic change in scenery. Fade in Fade out Setting Fade Mode Set the camcorder to TAPE-CAMERA mode. Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears. Select T, then press r on the Operation button.

  • Page 53: Wide Screen (16:9)

    Select “OFF” in step 4 above. Notes: • You can only use the wide screen function when the camcorder is in TAPE-CAMERA mode. • Each frame picture will not be displayed in Wide Screen mode when a still recording effect is set during Wide Screen mode.

  • Page 54: Still Recording On Tape

    PHOTO SHOT P- I N- P F RAME S F RAME S In SNAP mode, the camcorder returns to Recording Standby mode after recording a still image for 6 seconds. To pause recording Press the REC START/STOP button. OF F...

  • Page 55: Still Recording Effects

    16 FRAMES: A still picture is recorded at intervals of 1/10 of a second using a 16-frame picture. Selecting a still recording effect Set the camcorder to TAPE-CAMERA or CARD-CAMERA mode. Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears.
  • Page 56 Useful Features Camera Recording Using P-IN-P mode Perform the steps in “Selecting a still recording effect” to select “P-IN-P” (see page 40). In Recording Standby mode, press the STILL button. • An inset image of the subject is displayed. AUTO AUTO •...

  • Page 57: Letting The Subject Monitor The Shot

    If the camcorder is steadied, you can record yourself in the scene by watching yourself on the LCD monitor. The supplied remote control is useful for such occasions.

  • Page 58: Auto Focus

    Use the supplied 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 the Batteries in the Remote Control Open the battery compartment cover.
  • Page 59 180° vertically (2). Set the Media Selection switch on the camcorder to TAPE or CARD. Set the Power switch on the camcorder to CAMERA or VCR. Aim the remote control at the remote sensor of the camcorder, and press the control buttons for operation.

  • Page 60: Playback

    To return to normal playback, press the PLAY button (t). Note: • To protect the tape, the camcorder automatically returns to normal playback if it is left in Slow mode for more than 10 minutes. Frame Advance The frame advance function allows you to play back still images frame by frame.

  • Page 61: Using The Time Code

    Using the Time Code The time code shows the hour, minute and second of recording, and the frame number (1 frame = approx. 1/30 sec.). This is automati- cally 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.

  • Page 62: Advanced Features

    Manual Focus 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. Lack of contrast, e.g. snow Subject is too dark.
  • Page 63 6 feet (1.8 m). Set the zoom control to wide angle, and then try refocusing. • If the lens is dirty or fogged, the camcorder may BUT TON] not be able to correctly focus.

  • Page 64: Setting The Shutter Speed

    However, depending on the subject or situation, you may want to set the shutter speed manually to create a high-quality picture. Set the camcorder to TAPE-CAMERA or CARD-CAMERA mode. Press the AUTO ON/OFF button to select Manual mode.

  • Page 65: Recommended Shutter Speeds

    Recommended Shutter Speeds The faster the shutter speed, the darker the picture becomes. Select the most appropriate shutter speed for the ambient light. Situation • Recording sports action in bright daylight. • Recording in bright daylight at a ski resort. •...

  • Page 66: Manual Exposure

    Advanced Features Camera Recording Manual Exposure The camcorder is preset to Auto Exposure mode, which automatically chooses the optimal aperture. When there is too much contrast in brightness between the subject and back- ground, however, you may not be able to record a clear image.

  • Page 67: White Balance Lock

    Reset the white balance. • Do not move the camcorder while “W/B LOCK” is flashing in step 4. • If “W/B LOCK” does not stop flashing in step 4, press the MENU/DISPLAY button to cancel the locking procedure, and repeat step 4.

  • Page 68: Digital Picture Effects

    NEGA: To record a picture whose blacks and whites of the image are reversed and colors of the image are inverted. Set the camcorder to TAPE-CAMERA or CARD-CAMERA mode. Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears.

  • Page 69: Scene Menu (Program Ae)

    Scene Menu (Program AE) You can 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.

  • Page 70: Using The Zoom Microphone (Optional Accessory)

    Turn the screw in the opposite direction than when mounting, and then pull off the zoom microphone. Caution: • Do not pick up the camcorder by the zoom microphone, as this may cause the camcorder or zoom microphone to break down. Selecting Zoom Microphone Mode Select a Zoom Microphone mode when the zoom microphone is mounted.

  • Page 71: Windbreak

    Windbreak The windbreak function allows you to reduce annoying noise from strong winds when recording. Set the camcorder to TAPE-CAMERA mode. Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears. Select U, then press r on the Opera- tion button. Select “WIND” (1), then press r (2).

  • Page 72: World Clock

    Operation button. Select “AREA” (1), then press r (2). Press d or y (1) to select “17 L.A.”, then press e (2). • The camcorder is now set to Los ARE A Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen.
  • Page 73 Area Table Area number Area name LONDON England, Morocco, GMT (Greenwich mean time) PARIS Austria, France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, Sweden, Switzer- land, Portugal, CST (Continental Standard Time), Tunisia CAIRO Egypt, Finland, Greece, Turkey MOSCOW Ethiopia, Iraq, Kenya, Mauritius, Saudi Arabia, Seychelles, Russia (Moscow) DUBAI United Arab Emirates...

  • Page 74: Selecting Daylight Saving Time

    Advanced Features Camera Recording Selecting Daylight Saving Time Perform the procedure below to advance the clock of the camcorder one hour to daylight saving time. Set the camcorder to TAPE-CAMERA or CARD-CAMERA mode. AUTO 3 0min Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears.

  • Page 75: Playback Playback Zoom

    Advanced Features Playback Playback Zoom The playback zoom function allows you to magnify the playback picture up to 10 times its original size and to shift the magnified picture by using the remote control (see pages 43 and 44 for use of the remote control). ZOOM buttons Shift buttons •...

  • Page 76: Gamma Playback

    Advanced Features Playback Gamma Playback The gamma playback function improves the playback picture in TAPE-VCR mode by increasing the brightness of the subject while leaving the brighter portions of the image unaffected. GAMMA/BRIGHTER button During playback in TAPE-VCR mode, press the GAMMA/BRIGHTER button once.

  • Page 77: Playback Effects

    Playback Effects Playback effects can be used to create an interesting scene transition between a still image and the following image during play- back in TAPE-VCR mode. Type of Playback Effects OVERLAP: A still image fades out as the next image fades in, replacing the previous image.

  • Page 78: Picture Effect Playback

    Advanced Features Playback Picture Effect Playback These picture effects let you play back images with a more dramatic effect. Type of Picture Effects B/W: The picture is displayed in black-and- white. SEPIA: The picture is displayed in sepia color similar to that of an old photograph. MOSAIC*: The picture is divided up into tiles.

  • Page 79: Picture/Backlight Adjustments

    AUT O Press d or y to select “AUTO”, “NORMAL” or “BRIGHT”, then press e. BACKL I GHT AUTO: The camcorder automatically switches between “NORMAL” and “BRIGHT” depending on the ambient lighting. This mode is only available in TAPE-CAMERA or CARD-CAMERA mode.

  • Page 80: Editing

    VCR to resume recording when the source tape reaches the end of the sequence to be cut. To stop editing Press d on the camcorder and press the Stop Playback button on the VCR. Notes: • Some of the transitions between edited sequences may be slightly off.

  • Page 81: Recording From An External Source

    Recording from an External Source 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 equip- ment with the supplied audio/video cable, as shown.

  • Page 82: Editing With The Dv Terminal (Ieee1394)

    DV cable is not properly connected, “NO SIGNAL” is displayed on the camcorder screen. • If no picture or sound is input to the camcorder even if the DV cable is properly connected and you are playing back the source media from the...

  • Page 83: Audio Dubbing Feature

    Audio Dubbing Feature You can add narration to recordings made with this camcorder, while preserving the original audio and video recordings. Microphone for Audio Dubbing You can use the built-in stereo microphone to record narration. Built-in stereo microphone Note: • Audio dubbing cannot be performed via the DV terminal.

  • Page 84: Audio Dubbing

    • Audio dubbing cannot be used with record- ings made in LP mode. • It is recommended that you use Audio Dubbing only with recordings made with this camcorder. Use of recordings made with other digital video equipment may result in poor audio quality.

  • Page 85: Selecting The Audio Playback Mode

    Selecting the Audio Playback Mode You can select any of the following audio playback modes. Audio 1+2 • 12-bit recording in stereo (Audio 1 and Audio 2 channels) • 16-bit recording in stereo (left and right channels) Audio 1 • 12-bit recording in stereo (Audio 1 channel only) •...

  • Page 86: Configuring Software For Pc Connection

    Connecting the camcorder to a Personal Computer Turn off the PC. Connect the camcorder as shown below. • Before connecting the camcorder to the PC, make sure that the PC power is off to insure that images are transferred properly.

  • Page 87: Using The Software

    Using the Software For tips on how to use the Video Capture Software, refer to the operation manual located on the CD-ROM in PDF format. Follow the steps below to open the PDF file containing the manual. Note: • For the latest product information, be sure to read the “Readme”...

  • Page 88: (Commercially Available)

    Perform steps 1 and 2 above, and then pull the SmartMedia card straight out as shown below. Note: • Be sure not to apply pressure to the card slot cover, as the camcorder may not record the still image properly.

  • Page 89: Card Recording

    Media Selection switch STILL button Power Zoom control Power switch Insert a SmartMedia card into the camcorder. Remove the lens cap, and lift up the viewfinder. Set the Media Selection switch to CARD. Hold down the Lock button and set the Power switch to CAMERA.

  • Page 90: Selecting The Picture Resolution

    SmartMedia Card Features Camera Recording Selecting the Picture Resolution The picture quality of still images recorded on the SmartMedia card depends on the resolu- tion setting. Select the appropriate setting to match the purpose of recording. Type of resolution settings NORMAL: Records images with standard picture quality.

  • Page 91: Recording With The Self-Timer

    [ S T I L L ] Notes: • When recording with the self-timer, stabilize the camcorder in the horizontal plane by attaching it to a tripod, etc. • To cancel the self-timer, press the STILL button again in step 3 above.

  • Page 92: Formatting A Smartmedia Card

    You also need to format a SmartMedia card when one of the following warning indicators appears, in order to use the card with the camcorder. • “FORMAT MEMORY CARD” • “MEMORY CARD ERROR”...

  • Page 93: Playback Card Playback

    SmartMedia Card Features Playback Card Playback It is possible to play back and view still images recorded on a SmartMedia card on the LCD monitor. Media Selection switch Operation button Open the LCD monitor and adjust the angle. Set the Media Selection switch to CARD.

  • Page 94: Slide Show Playback

    SmartMedia card at intervals of 5 seconds. This is useful when confirming the data recorded on a SmartMedia card. Set the camcorder to CARD-VCR mode. Press e or r to select the image from which you want to begin slide show playback.

  • Page 95: Delete-Protection

    Delete-protection It is possible to prevent your important images recorded on the SmartMedia card from being accidentally erased. In CARD-VCR mode, press the MENU/ DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears. Select S, then press r on the Operation button. Select “PROTECT” (1), then press r (2).

  • Page 96: Deleting One Stored Image

    SmartMedia Card Features Playback Deleting One Stored Image You can delete unwanted images to free up memory of a SmartMedia card for new images. Note: • Deleted images cannot be restored. Check whether or not you want the images before performing the procedure below.

  • Page 97: Deleting All Stored Images

    Deleting All Stored Images You can delete all images stored on a SmartMedia card in one operation. Notes: • Deleted images cannot be restored. Check whether or not you want the images before performing the procedure below. • If you want to keep some images on the SmartMedia card, first delete-protect them (see page 80), and then perform the procedure below.

  • Page 98: Print Order

    SmartMedia Card Features Playback Print Order The print order function allows you to add print information called DPOF to still images recorded on a SmartMedia card. About DPOF DPOF is an abbreviation of “Digital Print Order Format”. This format defines print information such as the specified number of pages to be printed.

  • Page 99: Assigning Print Order To All Images

    Press y to set the print order, then press d. • The M indicator appears. • If you want to assign another print order, repeat steps 4 to 6. Print order indicator P R I N T S E T S E T BUT TON] BUT TON]...

  • Page 100: Transferring The Data On A Smartmedia Card To A Computer

    SmartMedia card by using a commercially available floppy disk adapter or PC card adapter. Image Folders and File Names Still images recorded using the camcorder are stored on a SmartMedia card as shown below. DCIM Folder of still images •...

  • Page 101: Appendix Useful Information

    Appendix Useful Information Hints for Better Shooting • Position the subject in the center of the scene. When you are using auto focus, whatever is in the center of the scene is kept in focus. Position the subject in Focus manually when you the center.
  • Page 102 • Clear color reproduction with virtually no color contamination Provides three times the color resolution of conventional VCRs (based on Sharp models). Clear images with virtually no distracting color contamination (which usually appears as red).

  • Page 103: Mini Dv Cassette

    Precautions when using a Mini DV cassette • Be sure to use only Mini DV cassettes with the i mark. • This camcorder can record and play back using Mini DV cassettes with cassette memory, but it cannot record or play back this memory.
  • Page 104 • The card has a life expectancy. After a long period of use, the card will become incapable of recording new information. • Do not remove the card from the camcorder or turn off the camcorder power while recording or erasing data as this may result in accidental erasure of data or damage to the card.

  • Page 105: Battery Pack

    If you are not going to use your camcorder immediately, remove the battery pack (see page 10). Note: • Use only SHARP BT-L221 or BT-L441 battery packs. These are designed specifically for use with this camcorder. Storage •...

  • Page 106: Dew Formation

    LCD monitor. If the monitor becomes dark or difficult to view, the fluores- cent lamp may need to be replaced. Contact the nearest SHARP service center or your dealer for further advice. Dew Formation • What is “dew formation”? When cold water is poured into a glass, dew drops form on the glass.

  • Page 107: Dirty Video Heads

    If the video heads become clogged, the v indicator appears on the screen. Contact the nearest SHARP service center or your dealer for further advice. Using a Cleaning Tape (Commer- cially Available) Video head cleaning can be done by using a commercially available cleaning tape.

  • Page 108: Demonstration Mode

    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. CAT’S EYE switch...

  • Page 109: Before Requesting Service

    Does not indicate a malfunction. Automatically zooms Camcorder is unable to focus when out without operating zooming in on subject within 6 feet Power Zoom control. (1.8 m), and automatically zooms out until it focuses on subject.
  • Page 110 Remote control used beyond operating range. Intense daylight falling on camcorder remote sensor. Obstacle between remote control and camcorder remote sensor. Suggested solution Rewind or fast forward tape to desired point (p. 23). Call for service (p. 96), or use a commercially available video head cleaning tape (p.

  • Page 111: Specifications

    Specifications are subject to change without notice. SERVICE INFORMATION (For the U.S.) For the location of the nearest Sharp Authorized Service, or to obtain product literature, accessories, supplies or customer assistance, please call 1-800-BE SHARP (1-800-237-4277) or visit SHARP’s website (http://www.sharp-usa.com).

  • Page 112: Guía De Operación Rápida En Español

    QUE DEBA REPARAR EL USUARIO. SOLICITE LAS REPARACIONES AL PERSONAL DE SERVICIO CUALIFICADO. PRECAUCION Si el adaptador de CA se extravía o tiene que ser cambiado, adquiera otro del mismo tipo en el centro de servicio SHARP de su concesionario.
  • Page 113 Precauciones • Cuando no utilice la videocámara, no se olvide de extraer el videocasete, desconectar la alimentación y desenchufar la videocámara de la fuente de alimentación. • No dirija el objetivo hacia el sol. No permita que la luz del sol directa llegue al objetivo ni a la pantalla del monitor LCD de la videocámara, tanto si está...
  • Page 114 AVISOS DE SEGURIDAD IMPORTANTES 1. Lectura de las instrucciones—Antes de utilizar este producto deberán leerse todas las instrucciones de seguridad y manejo. 2. Conservación de las instrucciones—Las instrucciones de seguridad y manejo deberán guardarse para poder consultarlas en futuro en caso de ser necesario. 3.
  • Page 115 15. Líneas de alimentación—Una antena exterior no deberá colocarse cerca de líneas de alimentación elevadas ni tampoco cerca de luces eléctricas o circuitos de alimentación, ni donde pueda caer encima de tales líneas de alimentación o circuitos. Cuando instale un sistema de antena exterior deberá tener mucho cuidado para que éste no toque tales líneas de alimentación o circuitos porque el contacto con ellos...
  • Page 116 Guía de operación rápida en español Carga de la batería Conecte el cable de alimentación suministrado al zócalo de alimentación de CA del adaptador de CA/cargador de baterías, y enchufe la clavija de CA en una toma de corriente. Alinee la marca s de la batería con la marca a del cargador (1) e introduzca la batería guiándola en la ranura.
  • Page 117 Inserción de un minivideocasete DV Coloque la fuente de alimentación en la videocámara, y luego deslice el control de abertura de la puerta del compartimento del videocasete y abra la puerta del compartimento del videocasete. Inserte completamente el videocasete con la ventanilla hacia fuera y con la lengüeta de protección contra borrado hacia la parte superior.
  • Page 118 Guía de operación rápida en español Grabación fácil con la videocámara en una cinta Asegúrese de que se encuentre insertado un casete. Quite la tapa del objetivo y levante el visor. Ponga el conmutador selector de medio en TAPE. Mantenga pulsado el botón de bloqueo y ponga el interruptor de alimentación en CAMERA.
  • Page 119 Grabación con tarjeta Asegúrese de que se encuentre insertado una tarjeta SmartMedia (disponible en el comercio). Quite la tapa del objetivo y levante el visor. Ponga el conmutador selector de medio en CARD. Mantenga pulsado el botón de bloqueo y ponga el interruptor de alimentación en CAMERA.

  • Page 120: Visualizaciones En Pantalla En Español

    Visualizaciones en pantalla en español On-screen Displays in Other Language Cuando se selecciona “ESPAÑOL” como idioma de la visualización en pantalla aparecen las siguientes visualizaciones indicadas a continuación. Modo TAPE-CAMERA AU TOM. L UZ AU TOM. 1 2 bits 3 0 m Modo TAPE-VCR AUDIO1 2 + AJ UST E RE PRO...
  • Page 121 Modo CARD-CAMERA AU TOM. TARJ AU TOM. TARJ NORMAL ME N AUTOD I SPA. MODO GRABA SON I DO V I SUAL I . Modo CARD-VCR NORMAL 1 0 0 0 0 0 6 AJ UST E MAN. E NFO. MANU. TARJ VEL.

  • Page 122: Affichages Sur Écran En Français

    Affichages sur écran en français On-screen Displays in Other Language Les affichages sur écran suivants apparaissent lorsque “FRANÇAIS” est sélectionné pour la langue de l’affichage. Mode TAPE-CAMERA AU TO LUMI . AU TO 1 2 bits 3 0min Mode TAPE-VCR AUDIO1 2 + REGL E.
  • Page 123 Mode CARD-CAMERA AUTO CARTE AUTO CARTE NORMAL Mode facile (FACILE) ME NU RE TARDA T. MODE ENREG AF F I CHAGE Mode CARD-VCR NORMAL 1 0 0 0 0 0 6 REGL. MANUE L FOCUS MAN. CARTE V I T . OB TUR E XPOS I T I ON MENU I MAGE MENU...
  • Page 124 In no event shall Sharp be liable, or in any way responsible, for any damages or defects in the Product which were caused by repairs or attempted repairs performed by anyone other than an authorized servicer. Nor shall Sharp be liable or in any way responsible for any incidental or consequential economic or property damage.

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