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  • Sharp VL-Z7U | Operation Manual - Page 1
    LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY CAMCORDER MODEL VL-Z7U OPERATION MANUAL Please read this operation manual carefully before using the camcorder. 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
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    purchasing this camcorder from SHARP. The camcorder will enhance your home video enjoyment and allow you to capture those special moments. 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
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    , obtain the same type of adapter from a SHARP service center or your local dealer. PRODUCT DISPOSAL This Product batteries backwards. 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
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    B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of Sharp Camcorder, Model VL-Z7U This device complies with Part SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430 Phone: 1-800-BE-SHARP NOTE The LCD panel of this camcorder not affect your camcorder's performance. *Specifications are subject to
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    . serious For products intended to operate damage to from battery power, or other the product. Use only with a cart, sources, refer to the operating stand, tripod, bracket, or table instructions. recommended by the manu- facturer, or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product
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    outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug. 13. Power-Cord ProtectionCPowersupply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product. 18. ServicingCDo not attempt to service
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    normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of for service. 20. Replacement PartsCWhen replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts
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    Accessories xi Optional Accessories xi Precautions ...xii Operation References Part Names 1 Warning Indicators 4 Preparation Attaching and Removing the Battery Pack 6 Charging the Battery Pack 8 Powering the Camcorder from an AC Outlet .......... 9 Inserting and Removing a Cassette 10
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    50 Rotate Playback 51 Copying an Image from Tape to Card 52 Camera Recording Manual Focus 53 Returning to Auto Focus 54 Displaying the Manual Setting Screen 54 White Balance Lock 55 Manual Iris 56 Manual Gain 57 Setting the Camcorder to Full Auto Mode 58 Scene Menu (Program AE 59 ix
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    61 Recording from an External Source 62 Editing with the DV Terminal (IEEE1394 64 Using the Camcorder as a Converter 66 Audio Dubbing Feature 68 Selecting the Audio Playback Mode 70 Digital Still Camera Features Camera Recording Selecting the Picture Quality and Image Size ....... 71 Card
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    UADP-0339TAZZ* Audio/video/S-video cable QCNW-B173WJZZ Remote control RRMCGA149WJSA CR2025 type lithium battery for remote control CR1216 type lithium battery for camcorder Lens cap GCOVHA002WJZZ 8 MB SD Memory Card CD-ROM CDSKAA028WJ01 USB cable QCNW-A703WJZZ * The part numbers for the AC
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    difficult to attach and may not be sturdy enough to support your camcorder. Be sure to use only a strong, stable tripod. • When using your camcorder in a cold environment, the LCD monitor screen often appears less bright immediately after the power is turned on. This is not a malfunction. To prevent
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    the room. • "Dew" warning feature If dew forms, the word "DEW" flashes on the screen, and the power will automatically turn off in approximately 10 seconds. • How to prevent trouble. When using the camcorder in a place where dew is likely to form, allow the camcorder and the video tape to acclimate
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    cleaning tape may cause damage to the video heads. Please read the instructions accompanying the cleaning tape carefully before using it. • The fast forward and rewind functions cannot be used when the cleaning tape is in the camcorder. • If the video heads again become clogged with dirt soon after
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    Operation References Operation References Part Names For details on the use of each part, refer to the page number indicated in parentheses. Front view Zoom microphone Operation button (p. 31) shoe (p. 44) Zoom lens Flash (p. 74) Stereo microphone DISPLAY button (p. 31) LCD LAMP button (p. 24)
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    62, 66) (pp. 29, 30, 61, 62, 64, 66, 87) DV terminal (pp. 64, 66) Tripod socket* Lithium battery cover (p. 12) Diopter adjustment dial (p. 18) * When attaching a tripod with a guide pin, do not attach the pin to the bottom 2 of the camcorder. Battery release (pp. 7, 12) Card slot cover (p. 11)
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    /CHARGE (RED) indicator (pp. 8, 9, 22) DC IN jack cover (pp. 8, 9) STANDBY button (p. 24) Speaker Start/Stop button (p. 22) Power switch (v Camera Hand strap (p. 16) Recording mode/w Playback mode select switch) (p. 21) Cassette holder (p. 10) Cassette compartment door release (p. 10) Cassette
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    lamp behind the LCD monitor is close to the end of its service life. Call your local authorized Sharp dealer to have it replaced. The battery is almost depleted when the camcorder transfers data through the USB cable. Use the AC adapter or fully charged battery pack as the power source (see pages
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    the protection setting (see page 81). The selected image cannot be read by this camcorder. Format the card to use it with this camcorder (see page 77)*. CANNOT STORE DAT A The card cannot record any data due to a problem with the card or data on the card. Replace the card (see page 11
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    and Removing the Battery Pack Attaching 3 Slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow with the "m" mark facing out. Power switch "m" mark 1 Make sure that the Power switch is set to OFF. 2 Open the LCD monitor to a 90° angle to the camcorder body. 4 Push the battery pack in the
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    when removing, be sure to firmly hold the battery pack while pressing the release. • Use only SHARP model BT-L226 battery packs with this camcorder. Use of other batteries may create a risk of fire or explosion. • Before closing the LCD monitor, make sure the battery pack is properly attached to the
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    98 and 99 for more information on using the battery pack. • Charge only SHARP model BT-L226 battery packs. Other types of battery packs may burst, causing personal injury and damage. • When attaching the supplied audio/video/Svideo cable or USB cable, remove the DC plug, open the terminal cover
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    RECORDING OR PLAYBACK AND TURN THE POWER OFF. Removing the DC plug while shooting or during playback may damage the tape by causing it to wrap around the video head drum or destroy the card, rendering it unreadable and unwritable. • Disconnect the AC adapter from the camcorder if you will not use
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    . • Do not attempt to pick up the camcorder by the cassette compartment door. • If the battery power is too low, you may not be able to eject the cassette. Replace the battery pack with a fully charged one. • You can only use Mini DV cassettes. Large DV cassettes cannot be used. Be sure to use
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    Then pull the card straight out (2) as shown below. Inserting 1 Make sure that the Power switch is set to OFF. 2 Open the card slot cover. Card slot cover 3 Insert on the cards intended for use with this camcorder. • Do not remove the card from the camcorder while recording data on the card (S
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    settings. 1 Make sure that the Power switch is set to OFF. 2 Open the LCD monitor to a 90° angle to the camcorder body. 3 Slide the battery release in the direction of the arrow, then take the battery pack out. CR 1216 type lithium battery 6 Close the lithium battery cover firmly until it clicks
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    . Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 212°F (100°C) , or incinerate. Replace battery with the type CR1216 for the camcorder and the type CR2025 for the remote control unit of Toshiba Battery Co., Ltd. only. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. Dispose of used
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    Note: • Before performing the steps below, make sure that the CR1216 type lithium battery has been installed (see page 12). • The example screens shown are for Tape Camera mode. 1 Hold down the Lock button and set the Power switch to v. 6 Press m or l to select "JUN" (month), then press the center
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    menu screen automatically turns off if no settings are made within 5 minutes. Note: • Always attach the lens cap over the lens when not using the camcorder. 15
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    strap, pass your right hand through the hand strap, and put your thumb close to the Start/Stop button and your middle finger on the Power Zoom control. Then, pull the grip strap tight until it fits snugly. 90° 3 Seal the Velcro® fasteners of the grip strap and the hand strap
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    below. Using the Viewfinder You can record the subject using the electronic viewfinder. You can also watch playback through the viewfinder. Viewfinder Power switch Note: • You cannot attach the supplied lens hood or lens cap to a conversion lens. 1 Pull out the viewfinder completely. 2 Hold
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    camcorder by the viewfinder. • The viewfinder automatically turns off when the LCD monitor is opened. If the vertical rotation of the monitor is 180° when in Tape Camera or Card Camera completely. 2 Hold down the Lock button and set the Power switch to v. 3 While looking through the viewfinder, turn
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    watching playback on the monitor. Preparation Power switch LCD monitor 1 Open the LCD monitor to a 90° angle to the camcorder body. 3 Hold down the Lock button and set the Power switch to v or w. • A picture displays on the LCD monitor. Lock button Note: • Battery consumption is larger when the
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    your right hand through the hand strap, and place your left hand under the camcorder for support. Basic posture Shooting from a high angle Place the viewfinder eyecup firmly against your eye. Turn the LCD monitor so that the screen faces downward. Place your elbows against your sides. Shooting
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    as both a video camera for recording and playing back images on tapes and as a digital 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 Selection switch Camcorder modes Power switch Tape
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    the video heads (see page xiv). Power camcorder is now ready to record (Recording Standby mode). POWER/CHARGE (RED) indicator Maximum continuous recording and actual recording times in Tape Camera mode Battery pack Max. continuous recording time LCD LCD closed open Actual recording time LCD LCD
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    on the subject) To turn the power off Set the Power switch to OFF without pressing the Lock button. Note: • If the camcorder remains in Recording Standby mode for more than 5 minutes in Tape Camera mode, the power will automatically turn off to save battery power and to protect the tape from being
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    off in these situations below: - When the camcorder remains in Power Standby mode more than 5 minutes - When the camcorder is set to Card Camera, Tape Playback or Card Playback mode - When removing the battery pack - When removing a cassette Hold down the LCD LAMP button for more than 2 seconds to
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    53. In these situations, use the manual focus function. • The camcorder may not be able to focus videos. When you want to record a magnified image of a subject which is within approximately 5 feet (1.5 m) of the camcorder, do not zoom in on it. Instead, zoom out all the way by pushing the Power
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    is recording in Tape Camera mode, an on-screen indicator displays the approximate remaining tape time in minutes. Remaining Battery Power Display Available modes: All modes When using the camcorder with the battery pack as the power source, the remaining battery power indicator is displayed. If
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    mark appears and the camcorder enters Recording Standby mode. If you do not intend to record, press The LCD monitor screen functions as ). speaker. Media Selection To stop playback switch Press l. Power switch Operation button To turn the power off 1 Set the Media Selection switch to V. 2
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    Basic Operations Playback Volume Control Video Search Available mode: Tape Playback When the camcorder is in Tape Playback mode, push the Volume control to the L or + side to increase (1) or decrease (2) the volume. The volume level indicator will appear on the LCD screen during adjustment only.
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    jack on the camcorder as shown below. Earphones jack Adjusting the Phones Volume Available mode: Tape Camera You can adjust the phones volume if sound through the earphones is difficult to hear. 1 Set the Media Selection switch to V, then hold down the Lock button and set the Power switch to v (see
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    (See the operation manuals of your TV and VCR.) 4 Set the Power switch on the camcorder to w, and begin video input socket, you do not need to connect the yellow video plug. • Close the terminal cover after use. VIDEO (MONO)L-AUDIO-R S-VIDEO AV-IN Black: To S-video input socket Yellow: To video
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    mode by using the Media Selection switch and the Power switch (see page 21). • See pages 106 to 109 for the mode items you can select in each camcorder mode. • Steps 2 to 4 show how to change the SCENE MENU setting in Tape Camera mode. 2 Press the DISPLAY button until the mode screen appears
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    by using the Media Selection switch and the Power switch (see page 21). • See pages 106 to 109 for the menu items you can select in each camcorder mode. • Steps 2 to 8 show how to change the DGTL ZOOM menu setting in Tape Camera mode. Press the DISPLAY button until the mode screen appears
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    Useful Features Camera Recording Setting the Digital Zoom Available mode: Tape Camera You can select three different zoom ranges: 1-10K (optical zoom), 10-40K (digital zoom) or 10-500K (digital zoom). The digital zoom allows you to record powerful close-up pictures with the same operation as normal
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    it is recorded normally. Use the backlight compensation (BLC) function to improve the picture. • The example screens shown are for Tape Camera mode. 1 In Tape Camera or Card Camera mode, press the DISPLAY button until the mode screen appears. BLC / GA I N OFF FADE MENU SC ENE MENU AUTO 3 0min To
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    . • The example screens shown are for Tape Camera mode. 1 In Tape Camera or Card Camera mode, press the DISPLAY button until the mode screen are possible when using manual iris (see page 56). • The e indicator will disappear and Gain-up mode will cancel if you aim the camcorder in a bright location
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    wish to stop recording. • The image and sound fade out as the picture gradually turns white. The camcorder then returns to Recording Standby mode. REC FADE OUT Using Fade out 1 In Tape Camera mode, press the DISPLAY button until the mode screen appears. 2 Press l or m on the Operation button to
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    your tape you want to quickly return to the last recorded scene and start recording again, use the quick return function. 1 Set the camcorder to Tape Camera mode. 2 In Recording Standby mode, press the DISPLAY button until the mode screen appears. 3 Press l or m on the Operation button to select
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    . 2 In Recording Standby mode, press the PHOTO button fully. • A still image of the subject is displayed. Operation button 1 Set the camcorder to Tape Camera mode. 2 In Recording Standby mode, press and hold down j (reverse edit search) or k (forward edit search) on the Operation button. 3 Press
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    digital 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. 1 In Tape Camera image shaking does not occur (e.g. when using the camcorder on a tripod), turn off the DIS function
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    with the viewfinder. 2 Set the Media Selection switch to V or u. 3 Set the Power switch to v. • The subject is displayed in the viewfinder, and a mirror image of the subject is displayed on the LCD monitor. If the camcorder is steadied, you can record yourself in the scene by watching yourself on
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    Self recording with reversed grip Available mode: Tape Camera Rotate the grip 90° and the LCD monitor 180° vertically so that you can record yourself while holding the grip. 3 Open the LCD monitor to a 90° angle to the camcorder body (1), and then rotate it 180° vertically (2). 90° 180° 1 Turn
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    and bottom of the picture are masked with black bands to produce an effective screen aspect ratio of 16:9. Normal screen Wide screen 1 In Tape Camera mode, press the DISPLAY button until the mode screen appears. BLC / GA I N OFF FADE MENU SC ENE MENU 5 Press l or m to select "16:9", then press
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    is played back. -When a tape recorded in LP mode with the camcorder is played back on a Mini DV player or camcorder from another manufacturer. -When a tape recorded in LP mode is played back on a Mini DV player or camcorder without an LP function. • Audio dubbing is not possible with LP mode
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    mode: Tape Camera With the optional zoom microphone VR8MCN, you can record audio according to the magnification of the zoom lens for producing the optimum sound. Mounting 1 After detaching the shoe cover, align the zoom microphone with the zoom microphone shoe on the camcorder, and slide it
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    1 Mount the optional zoom microphone to the camcorder. Windbreak 2 In Tape Camera mode, press the DISPLAY button until the mode Available mode: Tape Camera screen appears (see page 31). The windbreak function allows you to 3 Press l or m on the Operation button to select "MENU", then press
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    Selecting the 16-bit Audio Recording Mode Available mode: Tape Camera The camcorder normally records audio in the 12-bit audio recording mode. For higherquality audio recording, select the 16-bit audio recording mode. 1 In Tape Camera mode, press the DISPLAY button until the mode screen appears
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    Using the Remote Control Available modes: All modes Operating Aim the remote control at the remote sensor of the camcorder, and press the control buttons to operate. 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
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    press the j button. To return to normal playback, press the PLAY button (t). To return to normal playback, press the PLAY button (t). Note: • The camcorder automatically returns to normal playback if it is left in reverse playback for more than 30 minutes. Notes: • The sound is off during reverse
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    date and time during both recording and playback. • The example screens shown are for Tape Playback mode. 1 Hold down the Lock button and set the Power switch to v or w. 2 Press the DISPLAY button until the mode screen appears. 5 Press the DISPLAY button until the date (or date and time) appears
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    to turn off the mode screen. To cancel Picture Effect Playback Select "OFF" in step 3 above. Notes: • Video images in Picture Effect Playback mode cannot be transferred via DV cable to a personal computer. • You cannot use Picture Effect Playback with Slide Show Playback. • The example screens
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    will stop. Press m to begin Rotate Playback. • Even if the camcorder is in Rotate Playback mode, the image output via a DV connection will display as normal playback. • The camcorder will stop and cancel Rotate Playback when the LCD monitor is closed. • When you want to display the menu screen
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    from a video tape recording and save it on card. PHOTO button Operation button 4 Press the PHOTO button to copy the image to the card. • The S indicator flashes red while the image is copied. AUDIO1 + 2 Useful Features 1 Insert the recorded Mini DV cassette and a card in the camcorder. 2 Set
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    Advanced Features Camera Recording Manual Focus 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. Operation button Power Zoom control Subject is
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    Setting Screen Available modes: Tape Camera, Card Camera Available modes: Tape Camera, Card Camera You can set Manual Focus mode to Auto Focus mode with the operation below. • The example screens shown are for Tape Camera mode. 1 In Tape Camera or Card Camera mode, press the DISPLAY button until
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    Camera or Card Camera mode, press the DISPLAY button until the mode screen appears. 2 Press l or m on the Operation button to select "MANUAL SET T E BA L. IRIS GA I N RE TURN AUTO Note: • If you move the camcorder while "LOCK" is flashing, "LOCK" may not stop flashing. If this occurs, repeat 5
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    Advanced Features Camera Recording Manual Iris Available modes: Tape Camera, Card Camera The camcorder is preset to Auto Iris mode, which automatically selects the optimal aperture. However, when there is too much contrast in brightness between the subject and
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    Manual Gain Available modes: Tape Camera, Card Camera When recording in a dark or poorly illuminated location with Auto Gain mode, the light sensitivity of the camcorder (gain) will be automatically adjusted and the recorded image may be brighter than the subject actually is. If you want to
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    Advanced Features Camera Recording Setting the Camcorder to Full Auto Mode 5 Press l or m to select "EXECUTE", then press the center of the Operation button. Available modes: Tape Camera, Card Camera You can set all manual settings, including white balance, iris, gain, but not focus, to Full Auto
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    Camera, Card Camera You can set the camcorder to a shooting mode that will create the best results for a specific situation. Just select one of the six scene settings shown below. The camcorder used when using any manual setting except focus. Also not selectable when e displays. Advanced Features
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    you are recording on the tape. You can display the time code on the screen as an accurate counter in both Tape Playback and Tape Camera modes. Display format TC0 00 10 20 Frame number* Second Minute * Displayed during still or Hour frame advance playback. • The example screens shown are for
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    built-in LCD monitor without having to connect it to an external TV or video monitor. Preparation Connect the camcorder to a VCR with the supplied audio/video/S-video cable, as shown. Recording (VCR) VIDEO (MONO)L-AUDIO-R S-VIDEO AV-IN Black: To S-video input socket Yellow: To video input jack
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    from an External Source Available mode: Tape Playback You can use this camcorder to record or edit videos from another source, such as a VCR or TV. Preparation Connect the camcorder to the source equipment with the supplied audio/video/Svideo cable, as shown. Playback (VCR or TV) Notes: • See page
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    press the TAPE REC START/ STOP button, then press the PAUSE/STILL button (g). • If "NO SIGNAL" is displayed on the camcorder screen, check that the audio/ video/S-video cable is properly connected. OTHERS 2 T I ME CODE TC OU T S-V I DEO I N OFF RE TURN ON 5 Press l or m to select "ON" (for
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    Features Playback Editing with the DV Terminal (IEEE1394) Available mode: Tape Playback This camcorder can be used as a digital video editor. A DV cable transfers all dubbing signals including video and audio directly to the camcorder. To Record to Video Equipment See "Cutting Unwanted Sequences
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    is properly connected and you are playing back the source media from the video equipment, set the Power switch on the camcorder to OFF and then back to w, or disconnect the DV cable and connect it again. • If a digital video recording with a copyright protection signal is used as the playback source
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    You can use this camcorder to convert from analog signal (e.g. video recorded on 8 mm or Hi8 tapes) to digital signal. Preparation Connect the audio/video/S-video cable and DV cable as shown below. Recording (digital equipment) e.g. computer To DV terminal 1 Set the camcorder to Tape Playback mode
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    the manufacturer of your equipment for advice. • If the camcorder outputs a video recording with a copyright signal, the digital equipment cannot record or save it. • The camcorder may not convert some input video recordings properly (e.g. discoloration, picture noise, muted sound), depending on
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    narration to recordings made with this camcorder, while preserving the original audio and video recordings. Microphone for Audio Dubbing You Built-in stereo microphone Notes: • Audio dubbing does not function through the DV terminal. • You cannot use audio dubbing with recordings made in LP mode.
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    Audio Dubbing only with recordings made with this camcorder. Use of recordings made with other digital video equipment may result in poor audio quality. or separately (see page 70). • "AUDIO DUB" cannot be selected when the Mini DV cassette is recorded in LP mode. TC0 : 00 : 00 AUDIO1 + 2 AUD
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    left channel only) Audio 2 • 12-bit recording in stereo (Audio 2 channel only) • 16-bit recording in mono (right channel only) 1 Playback a Mini DV cassette with dubbed audio. 2 Press the DISPLAY button until the mode screen appears. 3 Select "MENU", then "EXECUTE" by using the Operation button (see
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    Digital Still Camera Features Camera Recording Selecting the Picture Quality and Image Size 1 Set the Media Selection switch to u, then hold down the Lock button and set the Power switch to v. Available mode: Card Camera Selecting the Picture Quality The camcorder compresses each image with the
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    Digital Still Camera Features Camera Recording 7 Press the DISPLAY button to turn off the E C ONOMY Picture quality indicator Note: • The picture quality indicator is also displayed in Card Camera mode. The picture quality indicator displayed during playback is based on the amount of data for that
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    way as you do with a standard camera and record that image on the card. PHOTO button Power Zoom control 5 Adjust the Power Zoom control to frame the subject as you desire. 6 Press the PHOTO button half-way down to focus on the subject. • The camcorder automatically focuses on the subject. When
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    Digital Still Camera Features Camera Recording Selecting the Flash Mode 1 In Card Camera mode, press the DISPLAY button until the mode screen appears. Available mode: Card Camera 2 Select "MENU", then "EXECUTE" by using the Operation button (see page 32). Using the flash function enables you
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    flash capturing the red at the back of the iris. 1 In Card Camera mode, press the DISPLAY button until the mode screen appears. 2 Select "MENU", then " CORRE CT 6 Press l or m to select "CORRECT", then press the center of the Operation button. RE D E Y E CORRE C T Digital Still Camera Features 75
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    Operation button. Notes: • When recording with the self-timer, stabilize the camcorder in the horizontal plane by [1280 ] 9 / 11 NORMA L attaching turn the power off or remove the card once the self-timer operating indicator begins AUTO CANC E L flashing. Digital Still Camera Features 76
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    formatting the card (see pages 86-88). • Do not remove the power source during formatting, as this may cause damage to the camcorder or card. It is recommended that you use the AC outlet for the power supply. 1 In Card Camera mode, press the DISPLAY button until the mode screen appears. 2 Select
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    Digital Still Camera Features Camera Recording Setting the File Numbering Method Available mode: Card Camera The camcorder automatically assigns file numbers to captured images. You can select two different methods of file numbering. Types SERIAL: Defines file numbers by incrementing up from
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    LCD monitor. button. • The selected image displays in full- screen. Media Selection switch Image file name 10 0 -0 00 1 CARD [1280 ] 1 / 10 NORMA L Power play back data on such a card, set the Power switch to OFF, remove, and never use it with this camcorder. 79 Digital Still Camera Features
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    Digital Still Camera Features Playback Playback Zoom Available mode: Card Playback 1 During Card Playback, press the ZOOM T button to zoom in. zooms out to the widest angle. Note: • Use of Playback Zoom may cause a reduction in picture quality for still images. Digital Still Camera Features 80
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    L SE T [ D I SPL AY] : CANCEL 3 Press the DISPLAY button to finish the setting. 1 2 3 Note: • Formatting a card erases all stored images, including delete-protected images. 4 5 6 Digital Still Camera Features P RO T E C T 100-000 3 PAGE1 / 2 NORMA L SE T [ D I SPL AY] : CANCEL 81
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    Digital Still Camera Features Playback Deleting Stored Images Available mode: Card Playback Deleting One Stored Image You can delete be deleted. Cancel the protection setting to delete the image (see page 81). • Do not turn the power off while deleting an image. 82 Digital Still Camera Features
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    not cancel). • It may take several seconds to delete all images from the card. • Do not turn the power off while deleting images. P I C. EFFECT MENU DE L ET E ONE DEL ETE A LL EXECUTE 3 Press LE TE ALL ? NO YES SELECT SET 100-000 1 NORMA L DELETE ALL? indicator Digital Still Camera Features 83
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    card. 1 2 3 4 5 6 About DPOF DPOF (Digital Printing Order Format) defines the print information for the specific images and number of each image on memory cards. In the another print order, repeat steps 6 to 8. 9 Press the DISPLAY button to finish the setting. Digital Still Camera Features
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    1 NORMA L 3 Press l or m to select "YES", then press the center of the Operation button. • The M indicators are turned off. • To cancel the setting, select "NO". Digital Still Camera Features 4 5 6 PRI NT ALL? 100-000 1 NO YES NORMA L SELECT SET 85
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    Digital Still Camera Features Playback Transferring Data on Card to Computer Using the supplied USB cable, you can transfer still on the PC. • Do not connect the camcorder to the PC with the USB cable at this point. 2 Insert the supplied CD-ROM containing the USB driver into the CD-ROM drive. • The
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    Click the "USB driver" button. • power source for extended periods of use. To USB terminal USB cable (supplied) To USB terminal 9 Set the Media Selection switch to u. 10 Hold down the Lock button and set the Power switch to w. • PC will recognize the camcorder automatically. 87 Digital Still Camera
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    copy any data incompatible with this camcorder to the card, the camcorder will not (the indicator on LCD display stays still), right-click USB cable • Switching the power on/off • Turning off the PC or setting it to Standby • Removing the card Transfer indicator Digital Still Camera Features USB
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    card at intervals of 5 seconds. This is useful when confirming the data recorded on a card. 1 Set the camcorder to Card Playback mode. 2 Press j, k, l or m on the Operation button to select the image from show playback, press the center of the Operation button. Digital Still Camera Features 89
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    adjust the item to the desired setting, then press the center of the Operation button. LCD BR I GHT - Darker LCD COLOR - Decrease + Brighter + Increase • The example screens shown are for Tape Camera mode. VF BR I GHT - Darker + Brighter Adjusting the Picture 1 Press the DISPLAY button until
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    press the center of the Operation button. LCD SET B A C K L I G H T NO RMA L L C D BR I GHT BR I GHT LCD COLOR VF BR I GHT RE T URN when you turn on or off the Power switch, press the Start/Stop button, . • The example screens shown are for Tape Camera mode. 1 Press the DISPLAY button until the
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    Language for the Information Display Available modes: Tape Camera, Card Camera This camcorder allows you to choose English, French or J UN. 2. 2 0 0 4 10 : 3 0AM • The example screens shown are for Tape Camera mode. 1 Press the DISPLAY button until the mode screen appears. 2 Press l or m on the
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    to Factory Presettings Available modes: All modes You can set the camcorder to the factory presettings in one operation. • The example screens shown are for Tape Camera mode. 1 Press the DISPLAY button until the mode screen appears. 2 Press l or m on the Operation button to select "MENU", then
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    camcorder. Watching • The example screens shown are for Tape Camera mode. 1 Remove the Mini DV cassette from the camcorder (see page 10). 2 In Tape Camera or Card Camera leave it for 60 seconds, or turn the power off temporarily and then set the Power switch to v, the demonstration will begin again.
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    frequently. Position the subject in the center. Focus manually when you need to position the subject off supports PRINT Image Matching K. When used in combination, PRINT Image Matching K enabled digital still cameras, printers and software . It also runs down the battery more quickly. • When image
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    protection signals can still be played back on this camcorder. If you play a digital video recording that has a copyright protection signal on video equipment with a DV terminal and attempt to record a copy of that software on this camcorder, "COPYRIGHT PROTECTED." appears on the screen and the
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    Digital) Memory Cards and MultiMediaCards are small, handy and flexible storage media used in a variety of mobile applications. They are one of the smallest memory solutions available on the market. This camcorder specific to • Do not power off any devices Note: • Sharp Corporation cannot be
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    charge, the battery pack is at the end of its service life. Replace it with a new battery pack. • If the terminals of the battery pack are dirty, wipe the terminals with a soft, dry cloth. Note: • Use only SHARP BT-L226 battery packs. These are designed specifically for use with this camcorder. 98
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    to fully discharge by leaving it on the camcorder until the camcorder power automatically turns off. 3 Remove the battery pack and store it between 50°F and 68°F (10°C and 20°C). AC Adapter • Many plastic parts are used in the camcorder casing. Do not use thinner, benzene or other strong chemical
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    check the sections below before using the AC adapter or connecting the camcorder to a TV. AC Adapter (Supplied Accessory) The supplied AC Television Signal Standards In any country, you can always watch the video picture by using the LCD monitor screen. However, if you want to watch the picture on
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    service, please check the following troubleshooting table. Power Symptom Possible cause Suggested solution No power. Power source is not properly con- Connect power source properly nected. (pp. 6, 9). Battery pack is not charged. Charge battery pack sufficiently (p. 8). Dew in camcorder
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    (p. 30). No image from an ex- DV cable or audio/video/S-video Connect DV cable or audio/video/S- ternal source ap- cable is not properly connected. video cable properly (pp. 61, 62, pears on the 66). camcorder screen. The cable connection does not Set the S-VIDEO IN menu item to match the
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    for advise. Battery pack is easily Using camcorder in extremely cold Warm up battery pack, for example POWER/CHARGE (RED) indicator flashes in red when charging battery pack. AC adapter or battery pack may have malfunctioned. Call for service (p. 105). Cannot edit to con- Audio/video/S-video
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    to operate normally. The camcorder may be damaged. Do not take out a cassette, and call for service (p. 105). Notes: LCD monitor screen appear to malfunction, disconnect the power source and remove the lithium battery, then reconnect the power source, insert the lithium battery, and turn the power
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    Specifications Camcorder Signal System: NTSC standard Recording System: 2 rotary heads, helical scanning system Cassette: Digital VCR Mini DV video cassette Recording/Playback Time: 90 minutes (DVM60, LP mode) Tape Speed: SP mode: 18.812 mm/second LP mode: 12.555 mm/second Pickup Device: 1⁄4" (6.4
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    Camera mode p. 26 p. 39 p. 58 p. 26 AUTO 3 0min J UN. 2. 2 0 0 4 10 : 3 0AM BLC/ GA I N OFF FADE MENU SC ENE MENU AUTO 3 0min SELECT SET pp. 34, 35 p. 36 p. 32 p. 59 p. 54 p. 53 p. 54 p. 49 BLC / GA I N FADE MENU SC ENE MENU MANUAL LCD SET BACKL I GHT L C D BR I GHT LCD COLOR VF BR
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    TURN p. 51 p. 70 p. 66 OTHERS 1 DE FAULT R EMO T E BEEP RE TURN p. 93 p. 47 p. 91 OTHERS 2 T I ME CODE TC OU T S-V I DEO I N RE TURN p. 60 p. 60 p. 63 LCD SET BACKL I GHT LCD BR I GHT LCD COLOR VF BR I GHT RE TURN p. 91 p. 90 p. 90 p. 90 Appendix 107
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    Camera mode p. 26 p. 58 AUTO p. 74 p. 72 p. 73 [1280 ] 21/ 19 E C ONOMY p. 72 J UN. 2. 2 0 0 4 10 : 3 0AM BLC/ GA I N OFF SE L F T I MER MENU SC ENE MENU [1280 ] 21/ 19 AUTO SELECT SET pp. 34, 35 p. 76 p. 32 p. 59 p. 54 p. 53 p. 54 p. 49 BLC / GA I N SELF T IMER MENU SC ENE MENU MANUAL
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    / 2 NORMA L S E L E C T I MG F U L L MULT I PLAYBACK SET SL I D E SHOW PR I . ORDE R RE TURN p.89 pp. 84, 85 OTHERS DE FAULT R EMO T E BEEP RE TURN p. 93 p. 47 p. 91 LCD SET BACKL I GHT LCD BR I GHT LCD COLOR VF BR I GHT RE TURN p. 91 p. 90 p. 90 p. 90 Appendix 109
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    ELÉCTRICA. NO ABRIR. PRECAUCION: PARA REDUCIR EL RIESGO DE RECIBIR UNA DESCARGA ELÉCTRICA NO RETIRE LA TAPA. EN EL INTERIOR NO HAY PARTES QUE DEBA REPARAR EL USUARIO. SOLICITE LAS REPARACIONES AL PERSONAL DE SERVICIO CUALIFICADO. Este símbolo avisa al usuario de la presencia de tensión sin
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    suministrado) 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. PARA TIRAR EL PRODUCTO Este producto utiliza soldadura de estaño y plomo, y su lámpara fluorescente contiene una pequeña cantidad de
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    que la luz del sol directa llegue al objetivo ni a la pantalla del monitor LCD de la videocámara, tanto si está realizando la grabación como si no, podría dañar el sensor de CCD o la superficie de la pantalla LCD. Tenga mucho cuidado especialmente cuando grabe en exteriores. • Evite los campos magn
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    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
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    y líquidos-No meta nunca objetos de ningún tipo en este producto a través de las aberturas porque pueden tocar puntos de tensión peligrosos o cortocircuitar partes que puedan causar un incendio o una descarga eléctrica. No derrame nunca líquidos de ningún tipo en el producto. 18. Servicio-No intente
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    daños y tal vez se requiera un trabajo de reparación extensivo por parte de un técnico cualificado para devolver el producto a su estado de . Las pilas de recambio deberán haber sido fabricadas por la compañía Toshiba Battery Co., Ltd. El uso de otras pilas podría presentar un riesgo de incendio
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    de que el interruptor de alimentación esté en OFF. 2 Abra el monitor LCD de manera que forme un ángulo de 90° con el cuerpo de la videoc de corriente Clavija de CA Toma DC IN Marca "m" Clavija de CC • El indicador POWER/CHARGE (RED) se apaga cuando se carga la batería. 4 Desconecte la clavija de
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    completamente. Cierre la puerta del compartimiento presionando sobre el centro hasta que quede cerrada haciendo un ruido seco. 2 Inserte completamente un minivideocasete DV de venta en el comercio con la ventanilla hacia fuera, y con la lengüeta de protección contra borrado hacia arriba. Lengüeta
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    la ranura de la tarjeta. Cubierta de la ranura de tarjeta Nota: • No puede utilizar una tarjeta SmartMediaE ni el medio Memory StickE. En este manual de manejo, "tarjeta" se refiere a la tarjeta de memoria SD o a la tarjeta MultiMediaCard. 3 Inserte a fondo una tarjeta en la ranura como se muestra
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    Ajuste de la correa para la mano Utilización de la empuñadura 1 Abra la solapa de la correa para la mano (1) y la correa de empuñadura (2). Gire la empuñadura 135° hacia delante o 90° hacia abajo para poder grabar imágenes fácilmente desde un ángulo alto o bajo (consulte la página 20). Correa de
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    no pueda ver claramente la imagen del visor o los caracteres de la visualización en pantalla. 1 Saque completamente el visor. 90˚ 2 Ajuste el monitor LCD con un ángulo que permita ver fácilmente la imagen en la pantalla. 180 90 2 Mantenga pulsado el botón de bloqueo y ponga el interruptor de
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    la videocámara para apoyarla. Postura básica Filmación desde un ángulo alto Apoye firmemente el ocular del visor contra su ojo. Gire el monitor LCD para que la pantalla quede hacia abajo. Coloque sus codos contra sus costados. Filmación desde un ángulo bajo Balancee su peso en ambas piernas
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    pulsado el botón de W (2) (granangular). bloqueo y ponga el interruptor de alimentación en v. • Ahora se visualiza la imagen captada por el objetivo, y el indicador POWER/CHARGE (RED) se enciende en verde. Indicador POWER/ CHARGE (RED) Control del zoom motorizado AUTO Botón de bloqueo 122
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    Reproducción de cinta Para detener la reproducción Pulse l. Conmutador selector de medio Control de volumen Pulse el control de volumen hacia el lado L o + para aumentar (1) o disminuir (2) el volumen. Interruptor de Botón de funcionamiento alimentación 1 Ponga el conmutador selector de medio en
  • Sharp VL-Z7U | Operation Manual - Page 138
    Guía de operación rápida Grabación con tarjeta Botón PHOTO Control de zoom motorizado/ control de volumen 4 Ajuste el control del zoom motorizado para encuadrar el motivo como usted desee. 5 Pulse hasta la mitad el botón PHOTO para enfocar el motivo. • La videocámara enfoca automáticamente el
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    Reproducción de tarjeta 4 Pulse el centro del botón de funcionamiento. • La imagen seleccionada se visualiza Conmutador selector de medio en toda la pantalla. Nombre de archivo de imágenes 10 0 -0 00 1 CARD [1280 ] 1 / 10 NORMA L Botón de funcionamiento Interruptor de alimentación 1 Ponga el
  • Sharp VL-Z7U | Operation Manual - Page 140
    Specific Section Your Product Model Number & Description: VL-Z7U Camcorder (Be sure to have this information available when you need service for your Product.) Warranty Period for this Product: One (1) year parts and ninety (90) days labor from date of purchase except for the rechargeable battery
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LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY CAMCORDER
OPERATION MANUAL
MODEL
VL-Z7U
Important
Model No.:
Serial No.:
Please read this operation manual
carefully before using the camcorder.
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.
•
See page 94 for use of Demo mode.