Sharp VL-AH130U VLAH130U Operation Manual - Page 53

Auto/Manual Focus Auto Focus The auto focus function is designed to focus on most types of subjects. In Auto Focus mode, the VIEWCAM automatically focuses on whatever is in the center of the scene. Always keep the subject in the center of the screen. Notes: • If no subject is in the center of the screen, the focus area will expand and the subject nearest the center will be focused on. • If no subject is displayed on the screen, the VIEWCAM will automatically zoom out until a subject comes into the frame. Manual Focus The Auto Focus may not be able to focus on the subject in the situations shown below. In such situations, set the VIEWCAM to Manual Focus mode and focus manually. 1 In Recording Standby mode, press the MENU button until appears. FOCUS WH I T E E XPO BAL. SURE 2 Press the FOCUS button (D) to set the VIEWCAM to Manual Focus mode ("MAN'L FOCUS"). FOCUS MAN' L WH I T E EXPO F F OCU S N BA L. SURE 3 Push the Power Zoom control to frame the subject as you desire. 4 Press the F (C) or N (B) button to focus on the subject. Subject is too dark. Lack of contrast, e.g. snow scene. MAN' L WH I T E EXPO F F OCU S N BA L. SURE Fast-moving subject. Background is too bright. To cancel Manual Focus mode Perform step 1 above, and press the D button to set the VIEWCAM to Auto Focus mode ("FOCUS"). Subject has horizontal stripes. Subject is being shot through a dirty or wet window. Light reflects off the subject. Two subjects at different distances overlap in the same scene. Notes: • The VIEWCAM may not be able to focus correctly if the subject is within approximately 5 feet (1.5 m). Set the zoom control to wide angle, and then try refocusing. • If the lens is dirty or fogged, the VIEWCAM may not be able to correctly focus. • The Manual Focus mode will be canceled if the power source is interrupted. Subject has fine, repeated patterns. Subjects at different distances appear in the center of the scene at the same time. Advanced Features 44