Sharp Viewcam VL-NZ10S, Viewcam VL-NZ8S Operation Manual

VIDEOKAMERA MED FLYTANDE KRISTALLSKÄRM LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY CAMCORDER

BRUKSANVISNING

OPERATION MANUAL

VL-NZ8S

VL-NZ10S

SVENSKA

ENGLISH

This equipment complies with the requirements of Directives 89/336/ EEC and 73/23/EEC as amended by 93/68/EEC.

Dieses Gerät entspricht den Anforderungen der EG-Richtlinien 89/336/ EWG und 73/23/EWG mit Änderung 93/68/EWG.

Ce matériel répond aux exigences contenues dans les directives 89/336/ CEE et 73/23/CEE modifiées par la directive 93/68/CEE.

Dit apparaat voldoet aan de eisen van de richtlijnen 89/336/EEG en 73/ 23/EEG, gewijzigd door 93/68/EEG.

Dette udstyr overholder kravene i direktiv nr. 89/336/EEC og 73/23/EEC med tillæg nr. 93/68/EEC.

Quest’ apparecchio è conforme ai requisiti delle direttive 89/336/EEC e 73/23/EEC, come emendata dalla direttiva 93/68/EEC.

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Este equipamento obedece às exigências das directivas 89/336/CEE e 73/23/CEE, na sua versão corrigida pela directiva 93/68/CEE.

Este aparato satisface las exigencias de las Directivas 89/336/CEE y 73/ 23/CEE, modificadas por medio de la 93/68/CEE.

Denna utrustning uppfyller kraven enligt riktlinjerna 89/336/EEC och 73/ 23/EEC så som kompletteras av 93/68/EEC.

Dette produktet oppfyller betingelsene i direktivene 89/336/EEC og 73/ 23/EEC i endringen 93/68/EEC.

Tämä laite täyttää direktiivien 89/336/EEC ja 73/23/EEC vaatimukset, joita on muutettu direktiivillä 93/68/EEC.

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ENGLISH

Before using the camcorder, please read this operation manual carefully, especially page vii.

ENGLISH

OPERATION MANUAL

WARNING

TO PREVENT SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

This equipment should be used with the recommended AC adapter/battery charger or battery pack.

CAUTION

To prevent electric shocks and fire hazards, do NOT use any other power source.

CAUTION

To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified dealer or service centre.

Important:

Audio-visual material may consist of copyrighted works which must not be recorded without the authority of the owner of the copyright. Please refer to relevant laws in your country.

Power supply:

This unit can be operated by connecting it to either the AC adapter/ battery charger or battery pack. The AC adapter/battery charger incorporates the AUTO VOLTAGE (AC 110–240 V, 50/60 Hz) function.

NOTE

The LCD panel of this camcorder is a very high technology product with more than 120,000 thin-film transistors*, giving you fine picture detail. Occasionally, a pixel may appear on the screen as a fixed point of blue, green, red, or black. Please note that this does not affect the performance of your camcorder.

Trademarks

• Microsoft and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

• Adobe Acrobat Reader is a trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated.

• DPOF is a trademark of CANON INC., Eastman Kodak Company, Fuji Photo Film Co., Ltd. and Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

• All other brand or product names are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective holders.

*Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Please consult this operation manual further for details on these and other functions of your camcorder.

Quick Operation Guide

Attaching the Battery Pack

1 Make sure that the Power switch is set

to OFF.

2 Align the = mark on the side of the

battery pack with the = mark on the camcorder (1), and slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow completely until it locks into place (2).

Charging the Battery Pack

1 Connect the supplied power cord to the

AC power socket on the AC adapter/ battery charger, and insert the AC plug into a power outlet.

• The POWER indicator lights up.

2 Align the = mark on the battery pack

with the = mark on the charger (1) and guide the battery into the groove. Pressing the battery (2), slide it in the direction of the arrow (3) until it locks into place.

• The CHARGE indicator lights up.

• The CHARGE indicator turns off when the battery is fully charged.

3 Slide the battery pack in the direction of

the arrow (1), and remove it (2). Then remove the AC plug of the power cord from the power outlet.

To power

outlet

POWER indicator

AC power socket

CHARGE indicator

Inserting a Cassette

1 Attach the power source to the

camcorder, then slide the cassette compartment door release and open the cassette compartment door.

2 Insert a commercially available cassette

fully with the window facing outwards, and with the erasure protect tab facing upwards.

3 Press the W mark gently until the

cassette holder clicks into place.

4 Wait for the cassette holder to fully

retract. Close the compartment door by pressing the centre until it clicks into place.

REC

Inserting a Card

1 Make sure that the Power switch is set

to OFF.

2 Slide the card slot cover release and

open the card slot cover in the direction of the arrow.

3 Insert a card into the slot as shown

below, and push it in as far as it will go.

4 Close the card slot cover.

Note:

• You can use an SD Memory Card (commercially available) and a MultiMediaCard (only supplied with VL-NZ10) for storing still images with this camcorder, not a SmartMediaE card or Memory StickE media. In this operation manual, “card” refers to the SD Memory Card or the MultiMediaCard.

Cassette compartment

door release

W mark

Erasure protect tab

Card slot cover release

Clipped corner

Label

iii

Quick Operation Guide

Easy Camera Recording on Tape

1 Insert a cassette into the camcorder. 2 Set the Media Selection

switch to TAPE.

3 Hold down the Lock button and set the

Power switch to CAMERA.

• The picture from the lens is now displayed on the screen.

4 Press the REC START/STOP button to

begin recording.

To pause recording

Press the REC START/STOP button again.

Zooming

Push the Power Zoom control to T (1) (telephoto) or W (2) (wide angle) side.

Tape Playback

1 Set the Media Selection

switch to TAPE.

2 Hold down the Lock button

and set the Power switch to VCR.

3 Press j (or k) on the Operation button

to rewind (or fast forward) the tape to the desired point.

4 Press m to begin playback.

To stop playback

Press l.

Volume Control

Push the Volume control to the L or + side to increase (1) or decrease (2) the volume.

AUT O

REC

Power Zoom control

Power switch

STILL button

REC START/STOP button

Lock button

Volume control

Power Zoom control/Volume control

Operation button

MULTI button

Media Selection switch

Card Recording

1 Insert a card into the camcorder. 2 Set the Media Selection

switch to CARD.

3 Hold down the Lock button and set the

Power switch to CAMERA.

• The picture from the lens is now displayed.

4 Adjust the Power Zoom control to frame

the subject as you desire.

5 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 T mark, then the camcorder locks the focus.

6 Press the STILL button fully to begin

recording.

• The S indicator flashes red while data is being recorded on the card, and returns to white when recording completes.

Card Playback

1 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.

3 Press j, k, l or m on the Operation

button to move the selection frame to the desired image.

4 Press the MULTI button.

• The selected image is displayed in fullscreen.

AUT O

NORMAL

CARD

/994

AUT O

NORMAL

/994

CARD

0100

2/2PAGE

NORMAL

PLAYBACK

3000-001

NO RMA L

01/3

1000

001

NORMAL

01/1

CARD

NORMAL

/994

CARD

1000

2/1PAGE

NORMAL

PLAYBACK

Number of shots taken/remaining

Lock button

Page number/total thumbnail pages

Image file name

Supplied Accessories

Battery pack

BT-L225

AC adapter/

battery charger Power cord DC cable

Remote control

RRMCG0104TASA

CR2025 type

lithium battery

Audio/video/S-video

cable Lens cap

Lens hood Hand strap Tripod adapter

PixLab Video Capture

Software (Lite Version)

CDSKA0059TA01

PC connecting cable

QCNW-1914TAZZ

Zoom microphone

RMICC0107TAZZ

8 MB MultiMediaCard

CDSKA0063TA01

Shoulder strap

UBNDS0029TAZZ

DV cable

2 for VL-NZ10

1 for VL-NZ8

For VL-NZ10 For VL-NZ8

***

Parts with “*” mark is not supplied with VL-NZ8. Contact the nearest SHARP service centre or your dealer for purchasing specified parts.

Earphones connecting

cable Grip handle

Optional Accessories

Standard-life battery pack

BT-L225

Extended-life

battery pack

BT-L445

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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.

• Do not aim the lens at the sun. Do not allow direct sunlight to strike the camcorder lens or LCD monitor screen, whether or not recording is in progress, as it may damage the CCD sensor or LCD screen surface. Be particularly careful when recording outside.

• When shooting in dark places, avoid sudden brightly lit objects or light sources, such as the sun. Otherwise, the image may white out. Should this happen, point the lens in a different direction until the picture returns to normal.

• Avoid magnetic sources. Using the camcorder near strong fluorescent lights, motors, televisions, or other magnetic sources may adversely affect recorded images.

• Using the camcorder near a broadcasting

station or other powerful transmission source may cause buzzing or picture deterioration.

• Avoid shocks and dropping.

Do not drop or otherwise subject the camcorder to hard shocks or strong vibrations. Bumping or striking the unit during recording will generate noise in the recorded image.

• Avoid placing the

camcorder in close proximity to lighting equipment.

The heat from incandescent lights may deform the camcorder, or cause it to malfunction.

• Always respect prohibitions or restrictions

on the use of electronic equipment on commercial flights or in other sensitive areas.

• Be aware of the temperature and humidity.

You can use your camcorder at 0°C to L40°C, and at 30% to 80% relative humidity. Do not store the unit in an unventilated car in the summer, in direct sunlight, or near strong heat sources; this can result in severe damage to the unit casing and circuitry.

• Avoid situations where water, sand, dust or

other foreign matter could get on or inside the camcorder, and do not use or leave your camcorder in areas with excessive smoke, steam or moisture.

Such environments can cause malfunctions or cause mildew to form on the lenses. Be sure to keep the unit in a well-ventilated location.

• Some small, portable tri-

pods may be 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 the camcorder from becoming too cold, wrap it in a thick cloth (a blanket, etc.).

viii

Dew 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.

• When dew forms in your camcorder.

Dew will gradually form on the head drum of your camcorder and make the video tape stick to the head. This causes damage both to the head and the tape. When dew forms, recording and playback may not function properly.

Dew is likely to form in the following circumstances:

—When moving the camcorder from a cold

place to a warm place.

—When placing the camcorder in a cold

room which is then heated rapidly.

—When moving the camcorder outdoors from

an air conditioned room or car.

—When placing the

camcorder in the direct path of air blowing from an air conditioner.

—When placing the

camcorder in a humid 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.

1 If “DEW” flashes, remove the cassette, leave

the cassette compartment open, and wait for a few hours to allow the camcorder to acclimatise to the surrounding temperature.

2 To use the camcorder again, turn on the

power after waiting for a few hours. Be sure that “DEW” has disappeared.

3 Do not insert a cassette while “DEW” is

flashing; this may result in damage to the tape.

4 Since dew forms gradually, it may take 10 to

15 minutes before the dew warning feature engages.

• 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 acclimatise to the surroundings for about one hour.

For example, when bringing the camcorder indoors after skiing, place it in a plastic bag.

1 Be sure to tightly seal the plastic bag

containing the camcorder.

2 Remove the bag when the air temperature

inside it reaches the temperature of the room.

Plastic bag

Dirty Video Heads

When the video heads have become clogged with dirt (dust and tape coating particles),

• mosaic-like noise appears on the playback picture. (see above illustration)

• playback pictures do not move.

• during playback, the whole screen becomes blue.

Using a Cleaning Tape (Commercially Available)

Available mode: TAPE-VCR

You can clean the video head with a commercially available cleaning tape.

Notes:

• Excessive use of the 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 cleaning, this might be caused by a damaged tape. In this case, stop using that cassette immediately.

1 Insert a cleaning tape into the

camcorder.

2 Set the camcorder to TAPE-VCR mode.

• The video head cleaning screen appears.

3 Press the SET button to begin video

head cleaning.

• “NOW CLEANING” flashes during cleaning.

• After about 20 seconds, video head cleaning automatically finishes, and “EJECT THE CASSETTE.” displays.

4 Remove the cleaning tape.

CLEANING

STOP

START

CLEANINGNOW

Causes of video head clogging

• High-temperature and high-humidity environment

• A lot of dust in the air

• Damaged tape

• Worn tape

• Long-time use

• Dew formation

If the video heads become clogged, the v indicator appears on the screen. Contact the nearest SHARP service centre or your dealer for further advice.

To cancel cleaning, press the SET button.

Precautions

Mosaic noiseStriped noise

Part Names ............................................................... 1

Quick Reference List................................................. 4

On-screen Display Index .......................................... 5

Warning Indicators .................................................... 7

Contents

Operation References

Preparation

Basic Operations

Useful Features

Charging the Battery Pack ........................................ 9

Attaching and Removing the Battery Pack ............. 10

Powering the Camcorder from an AC Outlet ...........11

Inserting and Removing a Cassette ........................ 12

Inserting and Removing a Card .............................. 13

Installing the Lithium Batteries .................................14

Selecting the Language for the On-screen

Display ................................................................... 15

Setting the Area, Date and Time .............................. 16

Attaching the Lens Hood ........................................ 17

Attaching the Straps ............................................... 17

Using the Lens Cap ................................................ 18

Tips on Recording Positions ................................... 18

Camera Recording

Selecting the Camcorder Mode .............................. 19

Easy Camera Recording on Tape

in Full Auto Mode ................................................... 20

Zooming ...................................................................21

Auto Focus ...............................................................21

Macro Shots ............................................................ 21

Remaining Recording Time Display ........................ 22

Remaining Battery Power Display .......................... 22

Playback

Tape Playback ........................................................ 23

Using Earphones (Commercially Available) ............23

Volume Control ........................................................ 24

Still .......................................................................... 24

Video Search............................................................24

Watching Playback on a TV .....................................25

Using the Menu Screens..........................................26

Camera Recording

Displaying the Recording Guide..............................27

Setting the Digital Zoom .......................................... 28

Using the Zoom Microphone

(Only supplied with VL-NZ10) .............................. 29

Windbreak ................................................................ 30

Gamma Brightness Compensation ......................... 31

Gain-up ....................................................................32

Appendix

Preparation

Useful Features

Operation References

Basic Operations

Advanced Features

Digital Still Camera

Features

Useful Features

Quick Return ............................................................33

Edit Search...............................................................33

Fade In and Fade Out .............................................. 34

Still Recording ......................................................... 35

Recording a Still Life ............................................... 36

Wide Screen (16:9) ..................................................37

Digital Image Stabilization (DIS) ..............................37

Self Recording ........................................................ 38

Recording in LP (Long Play Recording) Mode ........39

Selecting the 16-bit Audio Recording Mode............40

Turning off the On-screen Indicators ...................... 40

Attaching the Supplied Tripod Adapter .................. 41

Attaching the Supplied Grip Handle ........................ 41

Playback

Using the Remote Control

(Only supplied with VL-NZ10) .............................. 42

Tape Playback Functions with the Remote Control

(Only supplied with VL-NZ10) .............................. 43

Playback Zoom with the Remote Control

(Only supplied with VL-NZ10) .............................. 44

Displaying the Date and Time of Recording ............ 45

Gamma Playback ................................................... 46

Multiple Strobe Playback ........................................ 47

Copying an Image from Tape to Card ..................... 48

Playback Effects ...................................................... 49

Picture Effect Playback ........................................... 50

Advanced Features

Camera Recording

Digital Picture Effects ............................................... 51

Scene Menu (Program AE) ......................................52

Manual Focus ......................................................... 53

Setting the Camcorder to Full Auto Mode................54

Adjusting White Balance .......................................... 55

Manual Exposure .................................................... 56

Setting the Shutter Speed ....................................... 57

Playback

Using the Time Code ...............................................59

Editing ..................................................................... 60

Editing with the DV Terminal (IEEE1394) ................. 61

Audio Dubbing Feature........................................... 62

Selecting the Audio Playback Mode ........................ 64

Configuring Software for PC Connection .................65

Contents

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Appendix

Preparation

Useful Features

Operation References

Basic Operations

Advanced Features

Digital Still Camera

Features

Digital Still Camera Features

Camera Recording

Card Recording ....................................................... 67

Selecting the Picture Quality ................................... 68

Recording with the Self-timer .................................. 69

Formatting a Card ................................................... 70

Playback

Card Playback ........................................................ 71

Delete Protection......................................................72

Deleting Stored Images ...........................................73

Slide Show Playback ............................................... 75

Copying an Image from Card to Tape ..................... 76

Print Order................................................................77

Transferring Data on Card to Computer ................. 79

Picture/Backlight Adjustments .................................80

World Clock............................................................. 81

Selecting Summer Time ...........................................83

Setting the Confirmation Sounds ............................. 83

Setting the Camcorder to Factory Presettings ........ 84

Useful Information ................................................... 85

Demonstration Mode ............................................... 92

Before Requesting Service ......................................93

Specifications ......................................................... 95

Appendix

Operation References

Part Names

For details on the use of each part, refer to the page number indicated in brackets.

Front view

Lithium battery compartment door [p. 14]

Accessory shoe [p. 29]

Stereo microphone

Zoom lens

Cassette holder [p. 12]

Cassette compartment door [p. 12]

Cassette compartment door release [p. 12]

Operation References

Rear view

PC connection

jack [p. 65]

DV terminal

[p. 61]

AVLS terminal

[pp. 25, 60]

Media Selection switch (TAPE/ CARD selection switch) [p. 19]

Operation button

EarPHONES jack [p. 23]

Jack cover

[pp. 25, 60, 61, 65]

Operation References

Rear view

Bottom view

Strap loop [p. 17]

Power source release [pp. 10, 11]

Power source mounting surface [pp. 10, 11]

Tripod adapter socket [p. 41]

GAMMA/

BRIGHTER button

[pp. 31, 32, 46]

FADE button

[p. 34]

SET button

[p. 26]

Remote sensor

[p. 42]

Power Zoom Wide angle/Telephoto control [p. 21]/ VOLume control [p. 24]

STILL button [pp. 36, 47, 48, 67]

Power switch (CAMERA/VCR select switch) [p. 19]

Speaker

Card slot cover [p. 13]

MENU button [p. 26]

DIS button [p. 37]/

MULTI button [p. 71]

LCD monitor

RECord START/STOP button [p. 20]

Operation References

Quick Reference List

Below are some examples of camcorder’s features.

• To record powerful close-up images.

—See page 28 (Setting the Digital Zoom)

• To record a backlit subject.

—See page 31 (Gamma Brightness Compensation) or page 56 (Manual Exposure)

• To quickly return the tape to the end of the last recorded scene after playback.

—See page 33 (Quick Return)

• To record yourself in the scene while monitoring the shot.

—See page 38 (Self Recording)

• To record the subject with higher-quality audio.

—See page 40 (Selecting the 16-bit Audio Recording Mode)

• To enlarge any part of the picture during playback.

—See page 44 (Playback Zoom with the Remote Control)

• To brighten the dark portion of the playback images without changing the bright portion.

—See page 46 (Gamma Playback)

• To focus on an off-centred subject. —See page 53 (Manual Focus)

• To record still images on a card so that the images may be easily read into a computer.

—See page 67 (Card Recording)

• To turn off the confirmation sounds which are made when you operate the camcorder.

—See page 83 (Setting the Confirmation Sounds)

Operation References

On-screen Display Index

For details on the use of each function, refer to the page number indicated.

AUT O

min

EFFECT

MAN UA L

PIC. SCENE MENU FULL AUTO MAN . FO CUS W

HITE EXPOSURE SHUT. SPE ED QK. RETURN

RETURN

BAL.

SET

EFFECT

MANU AL

PIC. SCENE MENU FULL AUTO MAN . FO CUS W

HITE EXPOSURE SHUT. SPE ED QK. RETURN

RETURN

BAL.

SET

CAMER A

PHOTO SNAP SNAP EFF. DGTL Z OOM TAPE SPEED REC 16 9: M

OT ION RETURN

GUIDE

SET

AUDI O

AUD I O MODE ZOOM MIC W

IND

RETURN

SET

OTHERS

OSD DEFAULT SOUND T IME CODE TC OUT DEMO LANGUAGE RETURN

MOD E

LCD SE T

BACKL IGHT LCD BRI GHT LCD COLOUR RETURN

CLOCK SE T

DISPLAY

S UMR T I M E SETT I NG

AREA

12H 24H/ RETURN

EFFECT

PLAYBACK

PIC. M

ULTI

FRAME AUDI O DUB AUDI O

OT ION

RETURN

EFFECT

SET

OTHERS

OSD DEFAULT

SOUND

REMOTE

T IME CODE TC OUT RETURN

CLOCK SE T

DISPLAY RETURN

LCD SE T

BACKL IGHT LCD BRI GHT LC D CO LOUR RETURN

EFFECT

PLAYBACK

PIC. M

ULTI

FRAME AUDI O DUB AUDI O

OT ION

RETURN

EFFECT

SET

AU DI OAUDIO

21+21

TAPE-CAMERA mode

TAPE-VCR mode

p. 22

p. 54

p. 37

p. 20

p. 22

p. 51 p. 52 p. 54 p. 53 p. 55 p. 56 p. 57 p. 33 p. 35 p. 35 p. 28 p. 39 p. 27 p. 37 p. 36

p. 40 p. 29 p. 30

p. 40 p. 84 p. 83 p. 59 p. 59 p. 92 p. 15

p. 80

p. 45 pp. 16, 81 p. 83 p. 16

p. 17

p. 22

p. 64

p. 50 pp. 47, 48 p. 63 p. 64 p. 48 p. 49

p. 40 p. 84 p. 42 p. 83 p. 59 p. 59

p. 80

p. 45

Operation References

AUT O

EFFECT

MANU AL

PIC. SCENE MENU FULL AUTO MAN . FO CUS W

HITE EXPOSURE SHUT. SPE ED RETURN

BAL.

SET

LCD SE T

BACKL IGHT LCD BRI GHT LCD COL OUR RETURN

CLOCK SE T

DISPLAY

SUMR SETT I NG

AREA

TIME

12H 24H/ RETURN

OTHERS

OSD DEFAULT

SOUND

REMOTE

RETURN

CLOCK SE T

DISPLAY RETURN

LCD SE T

BACKL IGHT LCD BRI GHT LC D CO LOUR RETURN

NORMAL

CARD

/0194

EFFECT

MAN UA L

PIC. SCENE MENU FULL AUTO MAN . FO CUS W

HITE EXPOSURE SHUT. SPE ED RETURN

BAL.

SET

0100

2/2PAGE

NORMAL

PLAYB ACK

EFFECT

PLAYBACK

PIC. SL IDE DELETE PROTE CT

SHOW

PRI . RETURN

ORDER

SET

CAMER A

REC MODE SELF T IMER

REC M

OT ION

RETURN

GUIDE

SNAP EFF. DGTL Z OOM

SET

OTHERS

OSD DEFAULT FORMAT SOUND DEMO LANGUAGE RETURN

MOD E

EFFECT

PLAYBACK

PIC. SL IDE DELETE PROTE CT

SHOW

PRI . RETURN

ORDER

SET

0100-001

NO RMA L

01/3

00-001

NORMAL

CARD

01/01

CARD-CAMERA mode

CARD-VCR mode

Note:

• See page 26 for procedures on how to display the desired screen.

p. 22

p. 54

p. 67

p.68

p. 51 p. 52 p. 54 p. 53 p. 55 p. 56 p. 57

p. 68 p. 69 p. 35 p. 28 p. 27 p. 36

p. 40 p. 84 p. 70 p. 83 p. 92 p. 15

p. 80

p. 45 pp. 16, 81 p. 83 p. 16

p. 17

p. 50 p. 75 pp. 73, 74 p. 72 pp. 77, 78

p. 40 p. 84 p. 42 p. 83

p. 80

p. 45

p. 71

p. 22

p. 71

Operation References

DEW

Warning Indicators

If a warning indicator appears on the screen, follow the specified instructions.

Displayed for the first

3 seconds

Displayed after

3 seconds

Description of warning

There is no video cassette in the camcorder. Insert a cassette (see page 12).

The video cassette is defective and should be removed (see page 12).

The erasure protect tab on the video cassette has been slid to the record-protect position, preventing recording (see page 87).

The tape is about to end. Prepare a new cassette (see page 12).

The tape has reached the end. Replace it with a new cassette (see page 12).

The battery is almost depleted. Replace it with a fully charged battery pack (see page 10).

Dew has formed inside the camcorder. Wait a few hours for the dew to dry away (see page viii). About 10 seconds after this warning appears, the camcorder automatically turns off.

The video heads are clogged and should be cleaned (see page ix).

The fluorescent lamp behind the LCD monitor is close to the end of its service life. Call your local authorized Sharp dealer to have it replaced.

When the setting screen of a manual function displays, all warnings will be indicated by F in the centre of the LCD screen. To check the type of warning, complete the manual setting and return to normal screen.

INSERT

A CASSETTE.

EJECT THE

CASSETTE.

EJECT THE

CASSETTE.

CASSETTE NOT

RECORDABLE.

PROTECT. TAB

THE

ENDS SOON.

TAPE

TAPE END

CHANGE THE

CASSETTE.

TAPE END

BATTERY IS

TOO LOW.

DEW

LAMP

Operation References

Note:

•N indicates a flashing display.

Displayed for

5 seconds

Description of warning

The card is not inserted or is inserted improperly. Check that it is properly inserted (see page 13).

The capacity of the card is full and cannot store any more images. Delete unnecessary images (see page 73) or replace the card with a new one (see page 13).

The card has no images recorded in the format the camcorder can recognize.

The images in the card are corrupted or recorded in a format which is not compatible with this camcorder. Format the card to use it with this camcorder (see page 70).

The card has not been formatted with this camcorder. Format the card (see page 70).

The card is write-protected (see page 89).

You are trying to delete a protected image. Cancel the protection setting (see page 72).

The selected image cannot be read by this camcorder. Format the card to use it with this camcorder (see page 70).

The card cannot record any data due to a problem with the card or data on the card. Replace the card (see page 13).

MEMORY CARD

MEMORY

FULL

CARD

NO DATA ON

MEMORY CARD

ERROR

FORMAT

MEMORY CARD

PROTECTED

DATA

MEMORY CARD

READ ERROR

CANNOT STORE DATA

Preparation

Charging the Battery Pack

Charge the battery pack with the supplied AC adapter/battery charger before use.

Note:

• Remove the DC cable from the AC adapter/ battery charger when charging the battery pack.

1 Connect the supplied power cord to the

AC power socket on the AC adapter/ battery charger, and insert the AC plug into a power outlet.

• The POWER indicator lights up.

2 Align the = mark on the battery pack

with the = mark on the charger (1) and guide the battery into the groove. Pressing the battery (2), slide it in the direction of the arrow (3) until it locks into place.

• The CHARGE indicator lights up.

• The CHARGE indicator turns off when the battery is charged.

3 Slide the battery pack in the direction of

the arrow (1), and remove it (2). Then remove the AC plug of the power cord from the power outlet.

Charging time and maximum continuous recording and playback times in TAPE modes

BT-L225

Charging

time

Battery

pack

Max. continuous recording

time

Max. continu-

ous playback

time

BT-L445

approx.

1hr. 20min.

approx.

2hr. 20min.

approx.

1hr. 30min.

approx.

1hr. 30min.

approx.

3hr.

approx.

3hr.

Notes:

• Charge the battery pack between 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.

• Using the zoom (see page 21) and other functions or turning the power on and off frequently will increase power consumption. This may result in a decrease in the actual recording time compared to the maximum continuous recording time listed above.

• The charging time and recording time may vary depending on the ambient temperature and the condition of the battery pack.

• The maximum recording and playback time will increase somewhat when you leave the battery on the charger for 1 hour extra after the CHARGE indicator turns off.

• See page 90 for more information on using the battery pack.

Caution:

• Charge only SHARP model BT-L225 or BT-L445 battery packs. Other types of battery packs may burst, causing personal injury and damage.

CHARGE indicator

POWER indicator

To power

outlet

AC power socket

Preparation

Attaching and Removing the Battery Pack

Attaching the Battery Pack

1 Make sure that the Power

switch is set to OFF.

2 Align the = mark on the side of the

battery pack with the = mark on the camcorder (1), and slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow completely until it locks into place (2).

Removing the Battery Pack

1 Make sure that the Power switch is set

to OFF.

2 Rotate the monitor section of the

camcorder (1), then press the power source release (2). Slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow and take it out (3).

Cautions:

• BEFORE REMOVING THE BATTERY PACK, ALWAYS STOP RECORDING OR PLAYBACK AND TURN THE POWER OFF. Removing the

battery pack 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.

• Remove the battery pack from the camcorder if you will not use the camcorder for a long period of time.

• Make sure that the battery pack is firmly attached during operation. If it is not, the battery pack may come off or camcorder operation may fall because of the poor contact pressure.

• To prevent damage to the battery pack when removing, be sure to firmly hold the battery pack while pressing the release.

• Use only SHARP model BT-L225 or BT-L445 battery packs with this camcorder. Use of other batteries may create a risk of fire or explosion.

Power switch

Power source

release

Preparation

Powering the Camcorder from an AC Outlet

You can also power the camcorder from a power outlet by using the supplied AC adapter/ battery charger and DC cable.

Caution:

• The supplied AC adapter/battery charger is specially designed for use with this camcorder, and should not be used as a power supply for other camcorders.

1 Make sure that the Power switch is set

to OFF.

2 Align the notch on the side of the DC

cable connecting plate with the = mark on the camcorder (1), and slide the connecting plate in the direction of the arrow completely until it locks into place (2).

3 Insert the DC cable plug into the DC

OUT jack on the AC adapter. Connect the supplied power cord to the AC adapter, and insert the AC plug into a power outlet.

• The POWER indicator on the AC adapter lights up, and the camcorder is supplied power.

Note:

• When using the AC adapter/battery charger to power the camcorder, it cannot be used to charge the battery pack.

Removing the DC cable from the camcorder

Make sure that the Power switch is set to OFF. Rotate the monitor section of the camcorder (1), then press the power source release (2). Slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow and take it out (3).

Cautions:

• BEFORE REMOVING THE DC CABLE, ALWAYS STOP RECORDING OR PLAYBACK AND TURN THE POWER OFF. Removing the DC

cable 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 unreadble and unwritable.

• Disconnect the camcorder from the AC adapter if you will not use the camcorder for a long period of time.

• The supplied DC cable is designed for use only with the supplied AC adapter/battery charger. Do not use it with the other equipment, as this may damage the cable or the equipment.

DC cable connecting plate

POWER indicator

Power source

release

To power

outlet

Preparation

Inserting and Removing a Cassette

Inserting a Cassette

1 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.

2 Insert a commercially available cassette

fully with the window facing outwards, and with the erasure protect tab facing upwards.

3 Press the W mark gently until the

cassette holder clicks into place.

• After confirmation sound, the cassette holder retracts automatically.

4 Wait for the cassette holder to fully

retract. Close the compartment door by pressing the centre until it clicks into place.

Removing a Cassette

Perform step 1 above, then take out the cassette.

Cautions:

• Do not try to close the cassette compartment door while the cassette holder is extending or retracting.

• Be careful not to get your fingers caught in the cassette holder.

• 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.

• Remove the cassette if you will not use the camcorder for a long period of time.

• If you do not correctly close the cassette holder in step 3, the cassette protection mechanism of the camcorder might eject the cassette. If this happens, repeat the insertion procedure.

• Do not attempt to pick up the camcorder by the cassette compartment door.

Notes:

• 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.

• See page 87 for more information on the video cassette tapes intended for use with this camcorder.

REC

Cassette compartment

door release

W mark

Erasure protect tab

Preparation

Inserting and Removing a Card

You can use an SD Memory Card (commercially available) or a MultiMediaCard (only supplied with VL-NZ10) for storing still images.

Removing a Card

Perform steps 1 and 2 above, push the card (1) and pull the card straight out (2) as shown below.

Notes:

• You can use only the SD Memory Card or the MultiMediaCard (see page 86).

• The MultiMediaCard supplied with VL-NZ10 is preformatted for immediate use.

• See pages 88 and 89 for more information on the cards intended for use with this camcorder.

Caution:

• Do not remove the card from the camcorder while recording data on the card (S indicator flashes during recording). This may delete the recorded image or damage the card.

Inserting a Card

1 Make sure that the Power

switch is set to OFF.

2 Slide the card slot cover release and

open the card slot cover in the direction of the arrow.

3 Insert a card into the slot as shown

below, and push it in as far as it will go.

4 Close the card slot cover.

Card slot cover release

Label

Clipped corner

Preparation

Installing the Lithium Batteries

Installing the Memory Battery

A 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:

• 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).

2 Pull out the lithium battery holder using

a pointed object such as the tip of a ballpoint pen.

3 Insert the lithium

battery into the battery holder with the H side of the battery facing the m side of the holder.

4 Push the battery holder back into

position. Press the W mark gently, then close the cassette compartment door by pressing the centre until it clicks into place.

Removing the lithium battery

Perform steps 1 and 2 above, then lift out the battery from the battery holder.

CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type CR2025 recommended by the equipment manufacturer. X KEEP THIS BATTERY AWAY FROM CHILDREN. IF SWALLOWED, CONSULT A PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY FOR EMERGENCY TREATMENT. Z BATTERY MAY EXPLODE IF MIS-USED OR INSTALLED WITH POLARITY REVERSED. DO NOT RECHARGE, DISASSEMBLE OR DISPOSE OF IN FIRE.

• Do not short-circuit, recharge, disassemble, or heat the lithium battery.

• Should the lithium battery leak, wipe the battery compartment clean, and then insert a new battery.

• The lithium battery will last about one year under normal usage.

Installing the Battery to Remote Control (Only supplied with VLNZ10)

A lithium battery is used to power the remote control unit.

1 Hold the remote control

facing down, and pull out the battery holder while pressing the tab toward the centre.

2 Insert the lithium battery into the battery

holder with the H side of the battery facing the m side of the holder.

3 Insert the battery holder back into

position.

Notes on the Use of the Lithium battery

Lithium battery

holder

m mark

H side

m mark

Ta b

Preparation

Selecting the Language for the On-screen Display

Available modes:

TAPE-CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA

This camcorder allows you to choose English, German or French as the on-screen display language.

Setting the Language

When using the camcorder for the first time, select your on-screen display language by following the steps below.

1 Hold down the Lock button

and set the Power switch to CAMERA.

• The language selection screen appears.

2 Press l or m on the operation button

to select the desired language, then press the SET button.

Changing the Language

1 In TAPE-CAMERA or CARD-CAMERA

mode, press the MENU button until the menu screen appears.

2 Press l or m on the operation button

to select I, then press the SET button.

3 Press l or m to select “LANGUAGE”

(“SPRACHE” or “LANGUE”), then press the SET button.

• The language selection screen appears.

4 Press l or m to select the desired

language, then press the SET button.

• The menu screen displays in the language selected.

5 Press the MENU button to turn off the

menu screen.

ENGLI SH

LANGUAGE

DEUTSCH FRAN

AIS

AUT O

ENGLI SH

LANGUAGE

DEUTSCH FRAN

AIS

OTHERS

OSD DEFAULT

SOUND

T IME CODE TC OUT DEMO

LA NGUAGE

RETURN

MOD E

ENGLI SH

DEUTSCH

SPRAC HE

FRAN

AIS

SONSTI GES

OSD VORGABEN TON T IME CODE TC AUS DEMO - BETR.

SPRACHE

ZUR

DEUTSCH

Note:

• The English, German and French portions of this operation manual are based on the use of on-screen displays in their respective languages. The portions of this manual in other languages, however, are based on the use of English on-screen displays.

MENU button

Power switch

Operation button

Lock button

SET button

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