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

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VIDEOKAMERA MED FLYTANDE KRISTALLSKÄRM LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY CAMCORDER

BRUKSANVISNING

OPERATION MANUAL

VL-NZ8S

VL-NZ10S

SVENSKA

ENGLISH

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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.

« В„Н·Щ‹ЫЩ·ЫБ ·ıЩﬁ ·МЩ·ФНТﬂМВЩ·И ЫЩИЪ ··ИЩﬁЫВИЪ Щ˘М Ф‰Б„И˛М ЩБЪ EıТ˘·˙НﬁЪ EМ˘ЫБЪ 89/336/EOK Н·И 73/23/EOK, ¸˘Ъ ФИ Н·МФМИЫПФﬂ

·ıÙÔﬂ ÛıÏÎÁÒ˛ËÁÍ·Ì ·¸ ÙÁÌ Ô‰Á„ﬂ· 93/68/EOK.

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.

POZOR! P¿ED SEJMUTÍM KRYTU NUTNO VYJMOUT SÍﬁOVOU VIDLICI ZE SÍﬁOVÉ ZÁSUVKY. UPOZORNÊNÍ: OPRAVU SMÍ PROVÁDÊT POUZE ODBORN„ SERVIS.

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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.

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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.).

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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]

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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]

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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]

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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)

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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

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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

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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

Page 23

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

Page 24

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

Page 25

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

Page 26

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

Page 27

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

Page 28

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

Page 29

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

Page 30

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

Page 31

Preparation

Setting the Area, Date and Time

Available modes:

TAPE-CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA

Example: Setting the date to 2 June 2002 (2. 6.

2002) and the time to 10:30 am (10:30) in Paris.

Notes:

• Before performing the steps below, make sure that the lithium battery has been installed (see page 14).

• If you are in an area that observes summer time, set the time to the standard time. You can then correct it for summer time by performing the steps on page 83.

1 Hold down the Lock button

and set the Power switch to CAMERA.

2 Press the MENU button until the menu

screen appears.

3 Press the SET button.

4 Press l or m until “2 PARIS” appears,

then press the SET button.

Note:

• See “Time Zone Chart” and “Area Table” on pages 81 and 82 for the area number and name of the representative city for your time zone.

5 Press l or m to select “SETTING”,

then press the SET button.

6 Press l or m to select “2” (day), then

press the SET button.

7 Press l or m to select “6” (month),

then press the SET button.

8 Press l or m to select “2002” (year),

then press the SET button.

9 Press l or m to select “10” (hour), then

press the SET button.

10 Press l or m to select “30” (minute),

then press the SET button.

• The internal clock now starts operating.

11 Press the MENU button to turn off the

menu screen.

Note:

• If the date and time have been set, the MANUAL

SET screen (T) appears in step 2. Select “AREA” in the CLOCK SET screen (P) using the Operation button and SET button.

AREA PARIS

CLOCK SE T

DISPLAY

SUMR T IME SETT I NG

AREA

12H 24H/ RETURN

1 120

000:

01..

000

1 2001.2.

SETT I NG

000

6 2001.2.

SETT I NG

0 00

SETT I NG

6 2002.2.

10 00

SETT I NG

6 2002.2.

CLOCK SE T

DISPLAY

SUMR T IME SETT I NG

AREA LONDON

12H 24H/ RETURN

10 30

SETT I NG

6 2002.2.

SET button

Power switch

Operation button

MENU button

Lock button

Page 32

Preparation

Changing to the 12-hour Time Mode

1 After performing step 10 above, press l

or m to select “12H/24H”, then press the SET button.

2 Press l or m to select “12H”, then

press the SET button.

3 Press the MENU button to turn off the

menu screen.

Notes:

• The date and time, once set, are internally recorded even when not displayed on the screen.

• The menu screen automatically turns off if no settings are made within five minutes.

Attaching the Lens Hood

When recording outdoors on a sunny day or in a location with bright lighting, attach the supplied lens hood to the camcorder. Turn the lens hood in the direction of the arrow to attach it.

To remove it, turn it in the opposite direction.

Notes:

• The lens cap can still be attached on top of the lens hood.

• Filters and other accessories cannot be attached on the top of the lens hood.

CLOCK SE T

DISPLAY

SUMR T IME SETT I NG

AREA

12H 24H/ RETURN

12H

24H

12H

21H24H

Attaching the Straps

Attach the hand strap or the shoulder strap to the strap loop as shown below.

When using the shoulder strap (Only supplied with VL-NZ10)

Adjust the length of its loop as shown below, to fit it on your shoulder.

Cautions:

• Do not swing the camcorder by the strap.

• To avoid accident, make sure the shoulder strap does not get caught in other objects or wrapped around the neck. And pay close attention to the following: — Do not use the shoulder strap when riding on

bicycle or motor cycle.

— Do not allow children to be mischievous with

the shoulder strap.

— Keep a firm hold of the camcorder to prevent

it from swinging and hitting others.

Strap loop

Hand strap

Shoulder strap (VL-NZ10 only)

Page 33

Preparation

Using the Lens Cap

Attach the strap of the lens cap to the hand strap or shoulder strap as shown below.

When attaching or removing the lens cap, press both tabs on the top and bottom of the cap.

Tips on Recording Positions

To create images that are easy to watch during playback, try to record with an upright posture and steady hand to prevent a shaky image.

Holding the camcorder

Place your right thumb close to the REC START/STOP button and Power Zoom control. Place your left thumb on the thumb rest on the left side of the screen.

Basic posture

Shooting from a high angle

Shooting from a low angle

Note:

• Take care not to touch the microphone with your fingers during recording. It will cause noise on the audio track.

Tabs

When recording, hang the hook of the lens cap on the hand strap or shoulder strap to keep the cap out of the way.

Note:

• Always attach the lens cap over the lens when not using the camcorder.

Turn the LCD monitor so that the screen faces upward.

Balance your weight on both legs.

Turn the LCD monitor so that the

screen faces downward.

Take care not to

cover the lens with

your finger.

Place your elbows against your sides.

Page 34

Basic Operations Camera Recording

Basic Operations

Camera Recording

Selecting the Camcorder Mode

This camcorder includes functions for use 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.

Camcorder modes

TAPE-VCR mode

For playing back or editing motion and still images recorded on tapes.

1 Set the Media Selection

switch to TAPE.

2 Hold down the Lock

button and set the Power switch to VCR.

CARD-CAMERA mode

For recording still images on cards.

1 Set the Media Selection

switch to CARD.

2 Hold down the Lock button

and set the Power switch to CAMERA.

TAPE-CAMERA mode

For recording motion and still images on tapes.

1 Set the Media Selection

switch to TAPE.

2 Hold down the Lock button

and set the Power switch to CAMERA.

CARD-VCR mode

For playing back still images recorded on cards.

1 Set the Media Selection

switch to CARD.

2 Hold down the Lock

button and set the Power switch to VCR.

Note:

• To turn the power off, set the Power switch to OFF without pressing the Lock button.

Caution:

• Do not change the camcorder mode by operating the Media Selection switch during recording or playback, as this may cause damage to the tape or card.

Media Selection switch

Power switch

Lock button Lock button

Lock button

Page 35

Basic Operations

Easy Camera Recording on Tape in Full Auto Mode

Available mode:

TAPE-CAMERA

• Before you start recording, perform the operations described on pages 9 through 18 to prepare your camcorder for recording.

1 Remove the lens cap. 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.

• The camcorder is now ready to record (Recording Standby mode).

Note:

• If “AUTO” is not displayed at this time, set

the camcorder to Full Auto mode (see page

54).

4 Press the REC START/STOP button to

begin recording.

To pause recording

Press the REC START/STOP button again. Recording pauses, and the camcorder enters Recording Standby mode.

To turn the power off

Set the Power switch to OFF without pressing the Lock button.

Notes:

• Battery power is consumed in Recording Standby mode. Turn off the power if you will not be recording again soon.

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

BT-L225

Battery

pack

Max. continuous

recording time

Actual recording

time

BT-L445

approx.

1hr. 30min.

approx. 50min.

approx.

3hr.

approx.

1hr. 40min.

AUT O

PAUSE

Maximum continuous recording and actual recording times in TAPE-CAMERA mode

Note:

REC

Lock button

Media Selection switch

Power switch

REC START/STOP button

Page 36

Basic Operations Camera Recording

Basic Operations

Zooming

Available modes:

TAPE-CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA

Zooming allows you to move visually closer to or farther from a subject without physically changing your position. When using the optical zoom, you can enlarge the subject up to 10K.

Zooming in

Push the Power Zoom control to the T (telephoto) side to get a close-up view (1).

Zooming out

Push the Power Zoom control to the W (wide angle) side to get a wide field of view (2).

• The zoom range indicator shows you the current zoom setting.

• The zoom speed depends on how far you push the Power Zoom control.

Notes:

• The camcorder is unable to focus when zooming in on subjects within 1.5 m. The camcorder will automatically zoom out until it is able to focus on the subject.

• See page 28 for how to use the digital zoom.

WT3ZOOM

Auto Focus

Available modes:

TAPE-CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA

The camcorder is preset to Auto Focus mode, which is designed to focus on most types of subjects. In Auto Focus mode, the camcorder automatically focuses on the subject in the centre of the scene. Always keep the subject in the centre of the scene.

Notes:

• If no subject is in the centre of the scene, the focus area will expand and the subject nearest the centre will be focused on.

• If no subject is displayed, the camcorder will automatically zoom out until a subject comes into the frame.

• Auto Focus may not work in the situations described on page 53. In these situations, use the manual focus function.

Macro Shots

Available modes:

TAPE-CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA

This camcorder lets you shoot close-up images of small objects such as flowers and insects, or make title frames for your videos. When you want to record a magnified image of a subject which is within approximately 1.5 m of the camcorder, do not zoom in on it. Instead, zoom out all the way by pushing the Power Zoom control to the W side, and then move the camcorder closer to the subject until you obtain the desired angle of view. The camcorder will automatically focus on the subject when the lens is set for the widest angle.

Notes:

• When you are recording a macro shot, be sure that the subject receives sufficient illumination.

• It is recommended that you use a tripod for recording macro shots, to prevent image shaking. (See page 41 to use the camcorder with a tripod.)

Zoom range indicator

Power Zoom control

Zooming in (when you want to centre

attention on the subject)

Zooming out (when you want to

includes the surroundings)

Wide

angle

Telephoto

Page 37

Basic Operations

Remaining Recording Time Display

Available mode:

TAPE-CAMERA

When the camcorder is recording in TAPECAMERA mode, an on-screen indicator displays the approximate remaining tape time in minutes.

Notes:

• The remaining recording time indicator appears when the OSD menu item is set to “ON”.

• The remaining recording time indicator appears 10 seconds after pressing the REC START/STOP button to begin recording.

• The remaining recording time indicator only shows the approximate time left. Also, it varies slightly depending on the length of tape used. (This function is based on the DVM60 tape standard.)

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 the battery power becomes very low, a warning indicator appears. Replace the battery pack.

Notes:

• The remaining battery power indicator appears when the OSD menu item is set to “ON”.

• Use the remaining battery power indicator only as an approximate indication.

• The remaining battery power indicator may change to either a higher or lower level if you set the Power switch to OFF and then back to CAMERA or VCR.

• In cold environments, the red remaining battery power indicator may appear sooner. The battery pack, however, can be used until the warning indicator appears.

• Use of the zoom functions when the warning indicator is displayed may cause the camcorder to suddenly lose power.

The tape has reached

the end.

THE

ENDS SOON.

TAPE

TAPE END

CHANGE THE

CASSETTE.

TAPE END

Warning indicator Approx. remaining time

Less than 1 min.

min

BATTERY I S

TOO LOW.

When the remaining recording time reaches 1 minute, a warning indicator will appear. Prepare a new cassette.

(Green)

Remaining recording time indicator

Warning indicator

(Green)

(Red)

Remaining battery power indicator

Page 38

Basic Operations Playback

Basic Operations

Tape Playback

Available mode:

TAPE-VCR

The LCD monitor screen functions as a handy playback monitor. Nothing needs to be connected, allowing instant on-screen playback with the sound through the built-in speaker.

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.

Note:

• If you press the REC START/STOP button in TAPE-VCR mode, the mark appears and the camcorder enters Recording Standby mode. If you do not intend to record, press l to turn the mark off, then press m to begin playback. This will ensure your previous recording is not erased (VL-NZ10 only, see page 61).

To stop playback

Press l.

Basic Operations

Playback

Using Earphones (Commercially available)

Available modes:

TAPE-VCR, TAPE-CAMERA

You can monitor the sound via stereo earphones (commercially available) during playback or recording. Stereo earphones with a

3.5 mm diameter plug can be used with this camcorder by using the supplied earphones connecting cable.

Connect the plug of stereo earphones to the PHONES jack on the camcorder as shown below.

Notes:

• Before connecting stereo earphones, turn the camcorder volume down to the lowest setting.

• The built-in speaker automatically turns off when stereo earphones are connected to the PHONES jack.

To turn the power off

Set the Power switch to OFF without pressing the Lock button.

Note:

• The tape is automatically rewound when playback reaches the end of the tape.

Lock button

PHONES jack

Operation button

Media Selection switch

Power switch

Earphones connecting cable (supplied)

Page 39

Basic Operations

Volume Control

Available mode:

TAPE-VCR

When the camcorder is in TAPE-VCR 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. Once the Volume control is released, the volume level indicator will disappear shortly afterwards.

Still

Available mode:

TAPE-VCR

The still function allows you to pause playback in TAPE-VCR mode.

During playback in TAPE-VCR mode, press m on the Operation button.

To return to normal playback, press m again.

Notes:

• The sound is off in Still mode.

• To protect the tape, the camcorder automatically returns to normal playback if it is left in Still mode for more than 5 minutes.

Video Search

Available mode:

TAPE-VCR

The video search function makes it easy to search for a desired scene on the tape.

VOLUME

Searching for a Scene Near the Current Tape Position

1 During playback in TAPE-VCR mode,

press k (or j) on the Operation button.

• The playback picture fast forwards (or reverses).

2 When you find the scene, press m to

return to normal playback.

Searching for a Scene Far from the Current Tape Position

1 During fast forward (or rewind) in TAPE-

VCR mode, press and hold k (or j) on the Operation button.

• The fast forward (or rewind) picture displays.

2 If the scene is still rather far from the

current tape position, release the Operation button to normal fast forward (or rewind).

3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 above until you

find the scene.

4 Press m to begin normal playback.

Notes:

• The sound is off during search.

• You may experience picture noise during search. This is not a malfunction.

Volume control

Decrease

Increase

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Basic Operations Playback

Basic Operations

Watching Playback on a TV

Available modes:

TAPE-VCR, CARD-VCR

You can connect the camcorder to a TV to allow a larger audience to enjoy playback.

1 Open the jack cover on the camcorder (see

page 2).

2 Connect the camcorder to your TV (or

VCR) with the supplied audio/video/Svideo cable, as shown.

Caution:

• Check that the camcorder, TV, VCR and other equipment to be used are turned off before making any connections. Picture noise or malfunction may occur if any of the above is left on while making a connection.

3 Turn on the TV and set it to the “AV” or

“VIDEO” channel. (See the operation manual of your TV.)

• When connecting to a TV via a VCR, turn on the VCR and set it to the “AV” or “LINE” input channel. Operate the TV as you normally do to view the signal from the VCR. (See the operation manuals of your TV and VCR.)

4 Set the Power switch on the camcorder to

VCR, and begin playback (see page 23).

Notes:

• If your TV or VCR has a 21-pin Euro-SCART connector, use the RCA/21-pin Euro-SCART conversion connector (QSOCZ0033TAZZ).

POWER

TV/VCRSET UP

CHANNEL

REC

PLAY

STOP/ EJECT

PAUSE /STILL

Removing the audio/video/S-video cable from the camcorder

Press the release tabs on the sides of the connector, then remove the plug from the terminal.

Caution:

• Do not forcibly remove the connector without pressing the release tabs. This may damage the cable or the camcorder.

About the S-video socket

S-video sockets are used to separately pass the chroma (colour) and luminance (brightness) components of video signals. They serve to improve the picture quality in both recording and playback.

VIDEO AUDIO

(L/MONO)

AUDIO

(R)

• If your TV or VCR has only one audio input jack, use the white plug for the audio connection on the TV or VCR.

• If your TV or VCR has an S-video input socket, you do not need to connect the yellow video plug.

• When the camcorder is connected to a TV for playback, the picture on the TV screen may flicker if the volume on the camcorder is set to maximum. Should this occur, turn the volume down (see page

24).

• Close the jack cover after use.

Jack cover

Black: To S-video input socket Yellow: To video input jack White: To audio input (L) jack Red: To audio input (R) jack

Press the

release tabs.

Audio/video/S-video cable (supplied)

To AV LS terminal

The arrow shows the signal flow.

21-pin Euro-SCART on TV or VCR

Video

RCA/21-pin Euro-SCART conversion connector (QSOCZ0033TAZZ)

Audio R Audio L

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Useful Features

Using the Menu Screens

Use the menu screens to adjust the various camcorder settings.

Example: Changing the DGTL ZOOM menu

setting in TAPE-CAMERA mode.

1 Set the Media Selection

switch to TAPE or CARD.

2 Hold down the Lock button

and set the Power switch to CAMERA or VCR.

3 Press the MENU button until the menu

screen appears.

4 Press l or m on the Operation button

to select the desired menu screen (Y), then press the SET button.

• You can press k, instead of the SET

button.

5 Press l or m to select the desired

menu item (DGTL ZOOM), then press the SET button.

• You can press k, instead of the SET

button.

6 Press l or m to select the desired

menu setting, then press the SET button.

• You can press j, instead of the SET

button.

• To adjust another menu item, press l or m to select “RETURN” and press the SET button, then perform steps 4 to 6.

CAMERA

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

OT ION

RETURN

GUIDE

SET

OFF

40 300

DGTL ZOOM

EFFECT

MANU AL

PIC. SCENE MENU FULL AUTO MAN. F OCUS W

HITE EXPOSURE SHUT. SPE ED QK. RETURN

RETURN

BAL.

SET

CAMERA

PHOTO SNAP

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

OT ION

RETURN

GUIDE

SET

SNAP

Useful Features

To turn off the menu screen

Press the MENU button.

Notes:

• Certain menu items are common to all camcorder modes. If the SOUND menu item, for example, is set to “OFF” in TAPE-CAMERA mode, it will be automatically set to “OFF” in other modes.

• The menu screen automatically turns off if no settings are made within five minutes.

• Items that are not selectable are greyed out.

Media Selection switch

Power switch

Operation button

MENU button

SET button

Lock button

Example

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Useful Features

Useful features Camera Recording

Useful Features

Camera Recording

Displaying the Recording Guide

Available modes:

TAPE-CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA

This function helps you decide on the size of the subject occupying the screen. Select one of five recording guides.

Turning on the recording guide

• The example screens shown are for TAPECAMERA mode.

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 Y, then press the SET button.

3 Press l or m to select “REC GUIDE”,

then press the SET button.

4 Press l or m to select “ON”, then press

the SET button.

5 Press the MENU button to turn off the

menu screen.

CAMERA

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

OT ION

RETURN

GUIDE

SET

OFF

REC GU IDE

Selecting the recording guide

Press l or m on the Operation button.

To turn off the recording guide

Select “OFF” in step 4 above, then press the SET button.

Notes:

• When using manual focus, you cannot change the recording guide.

• The recording guide appears when the OSD menu item is set to “ON”.

Types of Recording Guides

Cross: A cross mark at

the centre of the screen for placing the subject at the centre.

Focus: Focus brackets

for guiding you to the focus area.

Landscape: Grid lines

dividing the screen into 9 areas to help you with the horizontal and vertical composition.

Snapshot: For captur-

ing a small group of friends in a frame with surrounding background.

Portrait: Yellow frame

fitting a full-body view and blue frame fitting an upper-body view.

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Useful Features

Setting the Digital Zoom

Available modes:

TAPE-CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA

You can select three different zoom ranges: 1– 10K (optical zoom), 10–40K (digital zoom) or 10–300K (digital zoom). The digital zoom allows you to record powerful close-up pictures with the same operation as normal zooming.

Notes:

• The digital zoom is in addition to the optical zoom giving a combined maximum zoom range of 1–300K.

• As the image is enlarged digitally, the picture

quality decreases when higher digital zoom settings are used.

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 Y, then press the SET button.

3 Press l or m to select “DGTL ZOOM”,

then press the SET button.

4 Press l or m to select “40” or “300”,

then press the SET button.

5 Press the MENU button to turn off the

menu screen.

CAMERA

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

OT ION

RETURN

GUIDE

SET

OFF

40 300

DGTL ZOOM

WT25DZOOM

The “D” digital zoom indicator is displayed during digital zooming.

To use optical zoom only

Select “OFF” in step 4 above.

Digital zoom indicator

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Useful Features

Useful features Camera Recording

AUDIO

AUD I O MODE ZOOM MIC W

IND

RETURN

SET

OFF

AUTO

TELE

Removing the zoom microphone

Turn the screw in the opposite direction than when mounting, then pull off the zoom microphone.

Cautions:

• Do not pick up the camcorder by the zoom microphone, as this may damage the equipment.

• The accessory shoe on the camcorder is designed only for use with the zoom microphone supplied with VL-NZ10.

Using the Zoom Microphone (Only supplied with VL-NZ10)

Available mode:

TAPE-CAMERA

With the zoom microphone, you can record audio according to the magnification of the zoom lens for producing the optimum sound. You can also set the zoom microphone to record only sounds at a distance.

Mounting the Zoom Microphone

1 Align the zoom microphone with the

accessory shoe on the camcorder, and slide it in the direction of the arrow until it locks into place.

2 Turn the screw in the direction of the

arrow to secure the microphone.

Selecting Zoom Microphone Mode

Select a Zoom Microphone mode when the zoom microphone is mounted.

Types of Zoom Microphone modes

AUTO: The camcorder automatically selects

the optimum sound according to the magnification of the zoom lens. When the zoom lens is at a wide-angle setting, the built-in microphone is used to record sounds. As the zoom magnification increases, the sounds from the zoom microphone and built-in microphone are mixed according to the zoom setting.

TELE: The zoom microphone is fixed to

record sounds at a distance. (The built-in microphone is turned off.)

OFF: The zoom microphone is turned off.

(The built-in microphone is on.)

1 Mount the zoom microphone to the

camcorder.

2 In TAPE-CAMERA mode, press the

MENU button until the menu screen appears.

3 Press l or m on the operation button

to select U, then press the SET button.

4 Press l or m to select “ZOOM MIC”,

then press the SET button.

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Useful Features

AUTO

ZOOM MI C

5 Press l or m to select the desired

zoom microphone mode, then press the SET button.

• The selected zoom microphone mode is displayed on the menu screen.

6 Press the MENU button to turn off the

menu screen.

AUDIO

AUD I O MODE ZOOM MIC W

IND

RETURN

SET

OFF

IND

MIC W

T3ZOOM

Windbreak

Available mode:

TAPE-CAMERA

The windbreak function allows you to reduce annoying noise from strong winds when recording.

1 In TAPE-CAMERA mode, press the

MENU button until the menu screen appears.

2 Press l or m on the operation button

to select U, then press the SET button.

3 Press l or m to select “WIND”, then

press the SET button.

4 Press l or m to select “ON”, then press

the SET button.

5 Press the MENU button to turn off the

menu screen.

To cancel Windbreak

Select “OFF” in step 4 above.

Note:

• Keep the windbreak function off during normal recording. If left on, the recorded audio may sound somewhat muffled when played back.

When the zoom microphone is active, the zoom range indicator changes as shown below.

Note:

• When you set the ZOOM MIC menu item to “TELE”, the zoom indicator always stays at the maximum point. Refer to the number to the right of “ZOOM” for the current magnification.

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Useful Features

Useful features Camera Recording

Gamma Brightness Compensation

Available modes:

TAPE-CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA

When the subject is backlit, the image will appear dark if it is recorded normally. The gamma brightness compensation function improves the picture by increasing the brightness of the subject while leaving the brighter portion of the image unaffected.

To obtain a brighter picture

Press the GAMMA/BRIGHTER button again.

• The x indicator appears.

Note:

• When the x indicator is displayed, the

background will become slightly brighter.

AU T O

333 0

min

AUT O

min

AU T O

3 0

min

AUT O

min

GAMMAGAMMA

GAMMA

AU T O

33 0

min

GAMMA

AUT O

min

To cancel Gamma Brightness Compensation

Press the GAMMA/BRIGHTER button until “GAMMA” disappears.

In TAPE-CAMERA or CARD-CAMERA mode, press the GAMMA/BRIGHTER button once.

• “GAMMA” appears, indicating that Gamma Brightness Compensation is now working.

GAMMA/BRIGHTER button

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Useful Features

Gain-up

Available modes:

TAPE-CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA

When you are recording in a dark or poorly illuminated location, “LIGHT” is displayed on the screen. Use the gain-up function to record a brighter picture.

Note:

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

To obtain a brighter picture

Press the GAMMA/BRIGHTER button again.

• The e indicator appears.

To cancel the gain-up function

Press the GAMMA/BRIGHTER button until “GAMMA” disappears.

Notes:

• You may experience some picture noise in Gain-

up mode, which increases when the e displays.

• When the e indicator displays, you may get

a shadow image behind a subject that is moving around a lot.

• Fine brightness adjustments are possible when using manual exposure (see page 56).

• Gain-up will cancel if you aim the camcorder in a bright location.

AU T O

3 0

min

AUT O

min

AU T O

3 0

min

AUT O

min

GAMMAGAMMA

L I G HTLIGHT

GAMMA

AUT O

min

In TAPE-CAMERA or CARD-CAMERA mode, press the GAMMA/BRIGHTER button once.

• “GAMMA” appears, indicating that the gainup function is now working.

GAMMA/BRIGHTER button

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Useful Features

Useful features Camera Recording

Quick Return

Available mode:

TAPE-CAMERA

If while playing back your tape you want to quickly return to the last recorded scene and start recording again, use the quick return function.

1 Set the camcorder to TAPE-CAMERA

mode.

2 In Recording Standby mode, press the

MENU button until the menu screen appears.

3 Press l or m on the operation button

to select T , then press the SET button.

4 Press l or m to select “QK. RETURN”,

then press the SET button.

5 Press l or m to select “START”, then

press the SET button.

• “SEARCH” flashes, and the tape begins fast forwarding or rewinding to the end of the last recorded scene.

• When the tape reaches the end of the last recorded scene, “FINISHED” is displayed, and the camcorder enters Recording Standby mode.

6 Press the MENU button to turn off the

menu screen.

Notes:

• To cancel the quick return function while “SEARCH” is flashing, press the SET button twice.

• Quick return will not work if you remove the cassette and reload it after recording or if nothing has been recorded since loading.

EFFECT

MANU AL

PIC. SCENE MENU FULL AUTO MAN. F OCUS W

HITE EXPOSURE SHUT. SPE ED QK. RETURN

RETURN

BAL.

SET

START

STOP

QK. RETURN

Edit Search

Available mode:

TAPE-CAMERA

The edit search function lets you search, without switching from TAPE-CAMERA mode to TAPE-VCR mode, for the point on the tape where you wish to start recording next.

1 Set the camcorder to TAPE-CAMERA

mode.

2 In Recording Standby

mode, press and hold down j (reverse edit search) or k (forward edit search) on the Operation button.

3 When you find the point where you want

to begin recording, release the button.

Notes:

• The sound is off during search.

• Forward edit search is performed at the same speed as normal playback, and reverse edit search at six times the normal playback.

• You may experience picture noise during reverse edit search.

Operation button

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Useful Features

Fade In and Fade Out

Available mode:

TAPE-CAMERA

The fade function allows you to gradually bring the image and sound in or out at the beginning or end of a scene for creating scene transitions. This is especially effective in creating a dramatic change in scenery.

Using Fade Mode

1 In TAPE-CAMERA mode, press the

FADE button.

• “FADE” is displayed.

2 Press the REC START/STOP button to

begin recording.

• The picture turns white, and the image and sound fade in.

3 Press the REC START/STOP button at

the point where you wish to stop recording.

• The image and sound fade out as the picture gradually turns white. The camcorder then returns to Recording Standby mode.

To cancel Fade mode

Press the FADE button again in Recording Standby mode.

To use Fade Out only

1 During camera recording in TAPE-

CAMERA mode, press the FADE button to display “FADE”.

2 Press the REC START/STOP button at

the point where you wish to stop recording.

Note:

• Fade mode automatically cancels after Fade Out.

AU T OAUTO

F AD EFADE

2 0

min30min

AU T OAUTO

F AD E I NFADE

REC

1 2 0

min

AU T OAUTO

F AD E O UTOUTFADE

2 727

min

Fade in

Fade out

FADE button

REC START/STOP button

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Useful Features

Useful Features Camera Recording

Still Recording

Still Recording Mode

Available mode:

TAPE-CAMERA

You can record still images of subjects with normal sound on a tape by selecting one of two still recording modes.

CAMERA

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

OT ION

RETURN

GUIDE

SET

SNAP

STILL

PHOTO SNAP STILL

Selecting Still Recording mode

1 In TAPE-CAMERA mode, press the

MENU button until the menu screen appears.

2 Press l or m on the operation button

to select Y, then press the SET button.

3 Press l or m to select “PHOTO

SNAP”, then press the SET button.

4 Press l or m to select the desired still

recording mode, then press the SET button.

5 Press the MENU button to turn off the

menu screen

CAMERA

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

OT ION

RETURN

GUIDE

SET

OFF

PHOTO SHOT

9FRAMES 16 FRAMES

Still Recording Effects

Available modes:

TAPE-CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA

You can select one of these still recording effects to record the still images with an effect.

EFF.SNAP

9FRAMES

Selecting a still recording effect

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 Y, then press the SET button.

3 Press l or m to select “SNAP EFF.”,

then press the SET button.

4 Press l or m to select the desired still

recording effect, then press the SET button.

5 Press the MENU button to turn off the

menu screen.

Types of Still Recording Effects

OFF: A still image recorded without any

effect.

PHOTO SHOT: A still picture is recorded

with the sound and visual effects of a camera shutter closing.

9 FRAMES: A still picture is recorded at

intervals of 1/8 of a second using a 9frame picture.

16 FRAMES: A still picture is recorded at

intervals of 1/8 of a second using a 16frame picture.

Types of Still Recording modes

SNAP: A still picture is recorded for 6

seconds.

STILL: A continuous still image is recorded.

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Useful Features

Using Still Recording

TAPE-CAMERA mode

1 Set the camcorder to TAPE-CAMERA

mode.

2 Select the still recording mode and

effect.

3 In Recording Standby mode,

press the STILL button fully.

• A still image of the subject is displayed.

4 Press the REC START/

STOP button.

• The still image of the subject will be recorded.

• In SNAP mode, the camcorder returns to Recording Standby mode after recording a still image for 6 seconds.

To pause recording

Press the REC START/STOP button.

CARD-CAMERA mode

See page 67.

Notes:

• Still Recording can also be used during recording by pressing the STILL button fully.

• The picture quality in Still Recording function will be slightly lower than normal pictures.

• You can use PHOTO SHOT without the sound effect of a camera shutter closing by setting the SOUND menu item to “OFF” (see page 83).

To cancel the still image

In SNAP mode, press the STILL button fully

while the camcorder is in Recording Standby mode.

In STILL mode, press the STILL button fully.

CAMERA

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

OT ION

RETURN

GUIDE

SET

OFF

OT ION

Recording a Still Life

Available modes:

TAPE-CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA

You can record a clearer still life image with this camcorder.

• The example screens shown are for TAPECAMERA mode.

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 Y, then press the SET button.

3 Press l or m to select “MOTION”, then

press the SET button.

4 Press l or m to select “OFF”, then

press the SET button.

5 Press the MENU button to turn off the

menu screen.

6 Follow the steps in “Still Recording”

(beginning on the previous page) to record still images.

Notes:

• Set MOTION menu item to “ON” after recording still life images. If left “OFF” and you record a still image of a moving subject, the image will blur.

• When you set the MOTION menu item to “OFF” to record a still life image, it is recommended to attach the camcorder to a tripod to prevent image shakes.

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Useful Features

Useful Features Camera Recording

CAMERA

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

OT ION

RETURN

GUIDE

SET

OFF

16 9:

Wide Screen (16:9)

Available mode:

TAPE-CAMERA

The wide screen function lets you record scenes with the wide-screen feel of a movie shown in a theatre. The top and bottom of the picture are masked with black bands to produce an effective screen aspect ratio of 16:9.

1 In TAPE-CAMERA mode, press the

MENU button until the menu screen appears.

2 Press l or m on the operation button

to select Y, then press the SET button.

3 Press l or m to select “16:9”, then

press the SET button.

4 Press l or m to select “ON”, then press

the SET button.

5 Press the MENU button to turn off the

menu screen.

• The picture is displayed with the top and bottom portions masked.

To return to normal screen

Select “OFF” in step 4 above.

Note:

• When still recording with “9 FRAMES” or “16 FRAMES” effect, each frame will display in normal (not wide) screen.

Digital Image Stabilization (DIS)

Available modes:

TAPE-CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA

The 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.

Press the DIS button. The z indicator appears, and the camcorder enters DIS mode.

To return to normal recording mode, press the DIS button again. The z indicator will disappear.

Notes:

• The DIS function cannot compensate for excessive image shaking.

• When image shaking does not occur (e.g. when using the camcorder on a tripod), turn off the DIS function. The picture will appear more natural when the DIS function is off.

Wide screenNormal screen

DIS button

DIS indicator

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Useful Features

Self Recording

Available modes:

TAPE-CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA

Rotate the LCD monitor 180° vertically so that the screen faces the other way and the subject can monitor the shot while you are recording.

If the camcorder is steadied, you can record yourself in the scene by watching yourself on the LCD monitor. The remote control (only supplied with VL-NZ10) is useful for such occasions.

1 Set the Media Selection switch to TAPE

or CARD.

2 Set the Power switch to CAMERA. 3 Rotate the monitor section 180°

vertically.

• A mirror image of the subject displays on the LCD monitor.

4 Begin recording.

Cautions:

• Do not rotate the monitor section to the self recording position during recording or playback.

• For recording in Self Recording mode, be sure to rotate the monitor section, NOT the lens section. If you hold the camcorder upside down with the lens at the bottom, the subject will be recorded upside down.

More Information on Self Recording

• Use the remote control (only supplied with VLNZ10) to begin/stop recording.

• The screen image automatically inverts when the monitor rotation is between 135° and 200°. When the monitor section is turned back to the normal position, the image returns to normal.

• You can play back images while the monitor is in the self recording position. Set the camcorder to TAPE-VCR mode. The Operation button still retains its function as during normal playback, for example, m on the Operation button works as the Play button.

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Useful Features

Useful Features Camera Recording

Recording in LP (Long Play Recording) Mode

Available mode:

TAPE-CAMERA

This camcorder allows you to record in LP (Long Play Recording) mode for approximately 50% more recording time with the same picture quality as that in SP (Standard Play Recording) mode.

1 In TAPE-CAMERA mode, press the

MENU button until the menu screen appears.

2 Press l or m on the operation button

to select Y, then press the SET button.

3 Press l or m to select “TAPE SPEED”,

then press the SET button.

4 Press l or m to select “LP”, then press

the SET button.

5 Press the MENU button to turn off the

menu screen.

• The long play recording mode indicator appears.

To return to SP mode

Select “SP” in step 4 above.

CAMERA

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

OT ION

RETURN

GUIDE

SET

TAPE SPEED

AUT O

min

Notes on the use of LP mode

• To record in LP mode, be sure to use a Mini DV cassette labelled for use with LP mode.

• Frozen images, mosaic-pattern picture noise, audio interruptions or audio loss may occur in the following cases: —When using a tape which is not designated for

use with LP mode.

—When a tape recorded in LP mode under high

temperature conditions 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 recording.

Long play recording mode indicator

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Useful Features

Selecting the 16-bit Audio Recording Mode

Available mode:

TAPE-CAMERA

This camcorder allows you to select between 12-bit and 16-bit audio recording modes. The camcorder normally records audio in the 12-bit audio recording mode. For higher-quality audio recording, select the 16-bit audio recording mode.

1 In TAPE-CAMERA mode, press the

MENU button until the menu screen appears.

2 Press l or m on the operation button

to select U, then press the SET button.

3 Press l or m to select “AUDIO MODE”,

then press the SET button.

4 Press l or m to select “16bit”, then

press the SET button.

5 Press the MENU button to turn off the

menu screen.

• The 16-bit audio recording mode indicator appears.

AUDIO

AUD I O MODE ZOOM MIC W

IND

RETURN

SET

112

bit

16bit

AUDI O MODE

1 6bit

To return to 12-bit audio recording mode

Select “12bit” in step 4 above.

Note:

• When using Audio Dubbing with 16-bit audio recordings, both the dubbed and original sounds will be recorded in mono (see page 62).

Turning off the On-screen Indicators

Available modes:

All modes

You can turn the on-screen indicators on and off as you like.

OTHERS

OSD DEFAULT

SOUND

T IME CODE TC OUT DEMO LA NGUAGE RETURN

MOD E

OFF

OSD

1 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 “OSD”, then

press the SET button.

4 Press l or m to select “OFF”, then

press the SET button.

5 Press the MENU button to turn off the

menu screen.

Note:

• When you press the GAMMA/BRIGHTER button or FADE button after setting the OSD menu item to “OFF”, it automatically returns to “ON”. Perform the steps above to turn off the indicators again.

AUT O

min

16-bit audio recording

mode indicator

OSD menu “OFF”

• The indicators do not display, so you can monitor the screen without disturbing the view.

OSD menu “ON”

• The indicators display, so you can continuously check recording/playback information.

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Useful Features

Useful Features Camera Recording

Attaching the Supplied Tripod Adapter

Attach the supplied tripod adapter when using a tripod with the camcorder.

1 Align the tripod adapter with the tripod

adapter socket on the bottom of the camcorder, then rotate as shown below.

2 Attach tripod to tripod socket.

Note:

• You cannot use the supplied tripod adapter, if the alignment pin is not retractable.

Attaching the Supplied Grip Handle

Attach the supplied grip handle when you want to steady the camcorder with your right hand during recording.

Align the grip handle with the tripod adapter socket on the bottom of the camcorder, then rotate as shown below.

Caution:

• Do not pick up the camcorder by the grip handle, as this may damage the equipment.

Tripod adapter socket

Tripod socket

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Using the Remote Control

(Only supplied with VL-NZ10)

Available modes:

All modes

Use the remote control to operate the camcorder from a distance, such as when you want to record yourself in a scene, or when the camcorder is connected to a TV for use as a VCR.

Notes:

• Be careful not to expose the remote sensor to direct sunlight or strong interior lighting, as this may prevent the remote control from operating properly.

• Be sure that there are no obstacles between the remote control and the remote sensor.

Operating the Remote Control

Aim the remote control at the remote sensor of the camcorder, and press the control buttons to operate.

Useful Features

Playback

Turning on the Remote Control Mode

Available modes:

TAPE-VCR, CARD-VCR

1 In TAPE-VCR or CARD-VCR 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 “REMOTE”,

then press the SET button.

4 Press l or m to select “ON”, then press

the SET button.

5 Press the MENU button to turn off the

menu screen.

REMOTE

OTHERS

OSD DEFAULT

SOUND

REMOTE

T IME CODE TC OUT RETURN

OFF

5 m

Remote sensor

Approximate operating range of remote control

CARD PLAY/MULTI button [p. 73]

CARD REC button [p. 69]

ZOOM buttons (W/T) [pp. 21, 44]

SLOW button [p. 43]

PLAY button [p. 23] STOP button [p. 23] PAUSE/STILL button [p. 24]

REW button [p. 23]

FF button [p. 23]

Advance/reverse buttons [p. 43]

Shift buttons [pp. 44, 73]

VOLUME +/L buttons [p. 24]

DATE button [p. 45]

T/C (Time Code) button [p. 59]

TAPE REC START/STOP button [p. 20]

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Useful Features

Tape Playback Functions with the Remote Control

(Only supplied with VL-NZ10)

Available mode:

TAPE-VCR

You can use the following playback functions with the remote control. (See page 42 for use of the remote control.)

Reverse Playback

The reverse playback function allows you to play back video in reverse.

Frame Advance

The frame advance function allows you to play back still images frame by frame.

1 During playback in TAPE-VCR

mode, press the PAUSE/STILL button (g) to pause playback.

2 Press the h (or j) button.

• Each time you press the button, the picture advances one frame forward (or backward).

During playback in TAPE-VCR mode, press the j button.

Slow

The slow function allows you to play back images in slow motion.

During playback in TAPE-VCR mode, press the SLOW button (f). To view slow playback in reverse, press the j button.

To return to normal playback, press the PLAY button (t).

Note:

• To protect the tape, the camcorder automatically returns to normal playback if it is left in Slow mode for more than 10 minutes.

To return to normal playback, press the PLAY button (t).

Notes:

• The sound is off during reverse, slow, and frame advance playback.

• If you use the slow or frame advance function with the tape recorded in LP mode, the picture may advance several frames at a time.

• You can take clearer still images by recording with a fast shutter speed (see page 57).

Advance/reverse buttons

SLOW button

PAUSE/STILL button

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Playback Zoom with the Remote Control

(Only supplied with VL-NZ10)

Available modes:

TAPE-VCR, CARD-VCR

The playback zoom function allows you to magnify the playback picture up to 10 times its original size and shift the magnified picture by using the remote control. (See page 42 for use of the remote control.)

• The example screens shown are for TAPEVCR mode.

1 During playback in TAPE-VCR or CARD-

VCR mode, press the ZOOM T button to zoom in.

2 Press the Shift q, w, a, or s button to

shift the displayed image.

To cancel Playback Zoom

Press the ZOOM W button, which zooms out to the widest angle.

Notes:

• Use of Playback Zoom may cause a reduction in picture quality for still images.

• Images in Playback Zoom mode cannot be transferred via DV or PC connecting cable to a personal computer.

AUD IOAUDIO

21+21

AUD IOAUDIO

21+21

Playback zoom indicator

Shift buttons

ZOOM buttons

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Useful Features

Displaying the Date and Time of Recording

Available modes:

All modes

Follow the procedure below to display the date, or both the date and time, of recording on the screen. You can display the date and time during both recording and playback.

• The example screens for this feature are for TAPE-CAMERA mode.

1 Hold down the Lock button and set the

Power switch to CAMERA or VCR.

2 Press the MENU button until the menu

screen appears.

3 Press l or m on the operation button

to select P, then press the SET button.

4 Press l or m to select “DISPLAY”, then

press the SET button.

5 Press l or m to select “DATE” or

“DATEHTIME”, then press the SET button.

6 Press the MENU button to turn off the

menu screen.

• The date (or the date and time) is displayed.

CLOCK SE T

DISPLAY

SUMR T IME SETT I NG

AREA

12H 24H/ RETURN

OFF

DAT E DAT E T I ME

DISPLAY

DATE+TIME

AUT O

min

2002.6

03:01

Notes:

• The date (or date and time) appears when the OSD menu item is set to “ON”.

• Before recording, make sure that the date and time have been correctly set. If they have not been set, the display will be left blank when playing back the recording. (The display will also be left blank for unrecorded or damaged portions of the tape.)

• In TAPE-VCR or CARD-VCR mode, the current date and time are displayed when the tape or card is not being played back.

• You can also press the DATE button on the remote control (only supplied with VL-NZ10) to display the date (or date and time).

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Useful Features

Gamma Playback

Available mode:

TAPE-VCR

The gamma playback function improves the playback picture in TAPE-VCR mode by increasing the brightness of the subject while leaving the brighter portions of the image unaffected.

During playback in TAPE-VCR mode, press the GAMMA/BRIGHTER button once.

• “GAMMA1” appears, and the picture becomes brighter.

To obtain a brighter picture, press the GAMMA/ BRIGHTER button again.

• “GAMMA2” appears.

AUD IOAUDIO

21+21

GAMMA1GAMMA1

GAMMA 2GAMMA2

AUD IOAUDIO

21+21

To cancel Gamma Playback

Press the GAMMA/BRIGHTER button until “GAMMA1” and “GAMMA2” disappear.

Note:

• Gamma Playback has no effect during still playback.

GAMMA/BRIGHTER button

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Useful Features

Multiple Strobe Playback

Available mode:

TAPE-VCR

The multiple strobe playback function can be used to capture the action of a fast-moving subject at intervals of 1/8 of a second using a 9- or 16-frame picture. This is useful when you want to check your form in sports such as tennis or golf.

1 Remove the card from the camcorder. 2 In TAPE-VCR mode, press the MENU

button until the menu screen appears.

3 Press l or m on the operation button

to select V, then press the SET button.

4 Press l or m to select “MULTI

FRAME”, then press the SET button.

5 Press l or m to select “9 FRAMES” (9-

frame picture) or “16 FRAMES” (16frame picture), then press the SET button.

FRAMES

ULTI FRAME

EFFECT

PLAYBACK

PIC. M

ULTI

FRAME AUDI O DUB AUDI O

PB EFFECT

SET

OFF

FRAMES

9 16

OT ION

RETURN

6 Press the MENU button to turn off the

menu screen, then begin playback.

7 Press the STILL button fully

at the point where you want to begin the multiple strobe playback.

• A multi-frame picture of the image is displayed.

To cancel Multiple Strobe Playback

Press the STILL button fully again.

Notes:

• Multiple Strobe Playback cannot be used during video search, still, slow or reverse playback.

• When a card is loaded, the multi-frame picture is recorded on the card (see page 48).

MENU button

STILL button

Operation button

SET

button

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Copying an Image from Tape to Card

Available mode:

TAPE-VCR

You can capture your favourite image frame from a video tape recording and save it on card.

1 Insert the recorded Mini DV cassette

and a card in the camcorder.

2 Set the camcorder to TAPE-VCR mode,

then begin tape playback.

3 Select the frame number of the image

(see page 47).

OFF: 1-frame picture 9 FRAMES: 9-frame picture 16 FRAMES: 16-frame picture

4 Hold the STILL button half-way down at

the point where the desired image appears.

• A still picture of the image is displayed.

Note:

• To cancel the still picture, release the STILL button.

OFF

ULTI FRAME

AUD IOAUDIO

21+21

CARD

5 Press the STILL button fully to copy the

image to the card.

• The S indicator flashes red while the

image is copied.

Note:

• To capture clearer still images of still life picture, set the MOTION menu item to “OFF”.

EFFECT

PLAYBACK

PIC.

ULTI

FRAME AUDI O DUB AUDI O

PB EFFECT

SET

OFF

OT ION

RETURN

AUD IOAUDIO

21+21

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Useful Features

Playback Effects

Available mode:

TAPE-VCR

Use Playback effects to create an interesting scene transition between a still image and the following image during playback.

Using Playback Effect

1 In TAPE-VCR mode, press the MENU

button until the menu screen appears.

2 Press l or m on the operation button

to select V, then press the SET button.

3 Press l or m to select “PB EFFECT”,

then press the SET button.

4 Press l or m to select “OVERLAP” or

“WIPE”, then press the SET button.

5 Press the MENU button to turn off the

menu screen.

6 Rewind or fast forward the tape to just

before the position where you want to use the playback effect, and then begin playback.

• The still image is replaced with the next image with the selected playback effect.

To cancel the playback effect

Select “OFF” in step 4 above.

Notes:

• Playback effects will cancel if Multiple Strobe Playback is used thereafter.

• Playback effects cannot be used with Playback Zoom or Picture Effect Playback.

• Playback effects will cancel if the power source is interrupted or the Power switch is set to OFF.

• If you record the still images less than six seconds or if you record the still images on the tape from CARD in CARD-VCR mode, the Playback Effect will not work correctly.

EFFECT

PLAYBACK

PIC.

ULTI

FRAME AUDI O DUB AUDI O

PB EFFECT

SET

OFF

OVERLAP W

IPE

OT ION

RETURN

IPE

PB EFFECT

Types of Playback Effects

OVERLAP: A still image fades out as the

next image fades in, replacing the previous image. The two scenes momentarily dissolve.

WIPE: A still image is replaced with the next

image first appearing in the middle of the screen and gradually expanding to fill the screen.

Preparation

Plan the scene transition, and record still images with the still recording function in TAPECAMERA mode (see pages 35 and 36).

Notes:

• You can use playback effects for a transition from a still image to a moving image.

• Record images for 6 seconds or longer. An image recorded for less than 6 seconds may not dissolve properly.

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Picture Effect Playback

Available modes:

TAPE-VCR, CARD-VCR

These picture effects let you play back images with a more dramatic effect.

4 Press l or m to select the desired

picture effect, then press the SET button.

5 Press the MENU button to turn off the

menu screen.

EFFECT

PLAYBACK

PIC. M

ULTI

FRAME AUDI O DUB AUDI O

PB EFFECT

SET

OFF

BW SEPIA SOLARI

BLUE

NEGA

OT ION

RETURN

PIC. EFFECT

To cancel Picture Effect Playback

Select “OFF” in step 4 above.

Notes:

• Images in Picture Effect Playback mode cannot be transferred via DV or PC connecting cable to a personal computer.

• You cannot use Picture Effect Playback with

Multiple Strobe Playback or Slide Show Playback.

Types of Picture Effects

B/W: The picture is displayed in black-and-

white.

SEPIA: The picture is displayed in sepia

colour similar to that of an old photograph.

SOLARI: The contrast of the subject is

enhanced, creating a unique artistic image.

NEGA: The blacks and whites of the image

are reversed and colours of the image are inverted.

BLUE: The picture is displayed with the

effect of playback through a blue filter.

• The example screens for this feature are for TAPE-VCR mode.

1 During playback in TAPE-VCR (or

CARD-VCR) mode, press the MENU button until the menu screen appears.

2 Press l or m on the operation button

to select V (or S), then press the SET button.

3 Press l or m to select “PIC. EFFECT”,

then press the SET button.

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Advanced Features

Digital Picture Effects

Available modes:

TAPE-CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA

These digital picture effects let you record the subject with a more dramatic effect.

4 Press l or m to select the desired

digital picture effect, then press the SET button.

• The selected digital picture effect is displayed on the menu screen.

5 Press the MENU button to turn off the

menu screen.

To cancel the digital picture effect

Select “OFF” in step 4 above.

Note:

• Digital picture effects cannot be used when a still image is displayed.

EFFECT

MANU AL

PIC. SCENE MENU

FULL AUTO MAN. F OCUS W

HITE EXPOSURE SHUT. SPE ED QK. RETURN

RETURN

BAL.

SET

OFF

BW SEPIA SOLARI

BLUE

NEGA

PIC. EFFECT

Advanced Features

Camera Recording

Types of Digital Picture Effects

B/W: To record in black-and-white. SEPIA: To record in sepia colour similar to

that of an old photograph.

SOLARI: To record with enhanced contrast,

creating a unique artistic image.

NEGA: To record a picture whose blacks

and whites of the image are reversed and colours of the image are inverted.

BLUE: To record with the effect of recording

through a blue filter.

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 T, then press the SET button.

3 Press l or m to select “PIC. EFFECT”,

then press the SET button.

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Scene Menu (Program AE)

Available modes:

TAPE-CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA

You can set the camcorder to the shooting mode that will create the best results for a specific situation. Just select one of four scene settings shown below. The camcorder will automatically set the exposure, white balance, and shutter speed to produce the optimum picture quality for the selected situation.

4 Press l or m to select the scene

setting that best fits the recording situation, then press the SET button.

• The selected scene setting is displayed on the menu screen.

5 Press the MENU button to turn off the

menu screen.

• The selected scene setting indicator displays.

To cancel the scene setting

Select “OFF” in step 4 above.

Note:

• Scene settings cannot be used when displaying a still image.

EFFECT

MANU AL

PIC. SCENE MENU

FULL AUTO MAN. F OCUS W

HITE EXPOSURE SHUT. SPE ED

QK. RETURN

RETURN

BAL.

SET

OFF

SUNLIGHT

SPORT

DUS K PARTY

SPORT

SCENE MENU

SPORT

Types of Scene Settings

SPORT: When you want to record a fast-

moving subject.

SUNLIGHT: When the background is very

bright.

DUSK: When you want to faithfully record

the red of the setting sun, and the surrounding twilight.

PA RT Y: When the illumination is from a

spotlight or candle.

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 T, then press the SET button.

3 Press l or m to select “SCENE

MENU”, then press the SET button.

Scene setting indicator

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Advanced Features

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.

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 T, then press the SET button.

3 Press l or m to select “MAN. FOCUS”,

then press the SET button.

4 Press l or m to select “MANUAL”, then

press the SET button to display the focus setting screen.

5 Adjust the Power Zoom control to frame

the subject as you desire.

EFFECT

MANU AL

PIC. SCENE MENU FULL AUTO MAN. F OCUS W

HITE EXPOSURE SHUT. SPE ED QK. RETURN

RETURN

BAL.

SET

OFF

AUTO

MANU AL

Fast-speed shutter being used

under fluorescent lighting.

Subject is too dark.

Lack of contrast, e.g. snow

scene.

Fast-moving subject. Background is too bright.

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.

Subject has fine, repeated

patterns.

Subjects at different distances

appear in the centre of the

scene at the same time.

FOCUS

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6 Press l or m to focus on the subject,

then press the SET button.

o: To focus on a more distant subject p: To focus on a closer subject

7 Press the MENU button to turn off the

menu screen.

• “MF” is displayed.

To return to Auto Focus mode

After performing step 1 to 3 above, press l or m to select “AUTO”, then press the SET button.

Notes:

• The camcorder may not be able to focus correctly if the subject is closer than approximately 1.5 m. Set the zoom control to wide angle, and try refocusing again.

• If the lens is dirty or fogged, the camcorder may not be able to focus correctly.

• When “MF” is displayed, you can manually adjust the focus by pressing l or m, even if the focus setting screen is not displayed.

Setting the Camcorder to Full Auto Mode

Available modes:

TAPE-CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA

You can set all manual settings, including manual focus, white balance, manual exposure and manual shutter speed, to Full Auto mode in one operation.

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 T, then press the SET button.

3 Press l or m to select “FULL AUTO”,

then press the SET button.

4 Press l or m to select “EXECUTE”,

then press the SET button.

5 Press the MENU button to turn off the

menu screen.

Note:

• You cannot select “FULL AUTO” when no manual settings are currently in use.

FOCUS

min

EFFECT

MANU AL

PIC. SCENE MENU

FULL AUTO MAN. F OCUS W

HITE EXPOSURE SHUT. SPE ED QK. RETURN

RETURN

BAL.

SET

EXECUTE

RETURN

AUT O

2 0

min30min

Manual focus indicator

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Advanced Features

Adjusting White Balance

Available modes:

TAPE-CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA

The colour of the subject on the screen looks different depending on lighting conditions. Select a White Balance setting that matches the lighting conditions.

5 Press the MENU button to turn off the

menu screen.

EFFECT

MANU AL

PIC. SCENE MENU

FULL AUTO MAN. F OCUS W

HITE EXPOSURE SHUT. SPE ED QK. RETURN

RETURN

BAL.

SET

OFF

AUTO

LOCK

OUTDOOR

INDOOR

RETURN

OUTDOOR

HITE BAL.

Locking the White Balance

1 Select “LOCK” in step 4 above. 2 Aim the lens at a white object.

• Adjust the distance of the object so that the entire screen is white.

3 Press the SET button to set the white

balance lock.

• “LOCK” flashes during the locking procedure.

Note:

• If you move the camcorder while “LOCK” is

flashing, “LOCK” may not stop flashing. If this occurs, press the SET button to cancel the procedure, and then repeat step 3.

4 Press the MENU button to turn off the

menu screen.

To cancel White Balance setting

After performing step 1 to 3 in “Selecting a White Balance setting”, press l or m to select “AUTO”, then press the SET button.

To return to Full Auto mode

Set the camcorder to Full Auto mode (see page

54).

Note:

• White Balance setting will cancel if a scene setting is selected thereafter.

Selecting a White Balance setting

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 T, then press the SET button.

3 Press l or m to select “WHITE BAL.”,

then press the SET button.

4 Press l or m to select a white balance

setting, then press the SET button.

• When selecting “LOCK”, perform the steps “Locking the White Balance”.

Types of White Balance settings

AUTO: Colouring adjusted automatically for

the current lighting condition

LOCK: Fix the setting to the standard

balance (White Balance Lock)

OUTDOOR: For recording outdoors on a

sunny day

INDOOR: For recording indoors with

halogen lamps or incandescent lighting

RETURN: For maintaining the previous

setting

White paper or white cloth

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4 Press l or m to select “MANUAL”, then

press the SET button to display the exposure setting screen.

5 Press l or m to select the desired

exposure level.

• The number shown is the selected exposure level. The adjustment range is from +5 (least light) to L5 (most light).

6 Press the SET button.

• The selected exposure level is displayed on the menu screen.

7 Press the MENU button to turn off the

menu screen.

–5

EXPOSURE

–5

+5 +2

EXPOSURE

EFFECT

MANU AL

PIC. SCENE MENU

FULL AUTO MAN. F OCUS W

HITE

EXPOSURE

SHUT. SPE ED QK. RETURN

RETURN

BAL.

SET

OFF

To return to Auto Exposure mode

After performing step 1 to 3 above, press l or m to select “AUTO”, then press the SET button.

To return to Full Auto mode

Set the camcorder to Full Auto mode (see page

54).

Note:

• Manual Exposure mode will cancel if a scene setting is selected thereafter.

Manual Exposure

Available modes:

TAPE-CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA

The camcorder is preset to Auto Exposure mode, which automatically selects the optimal aperture. However, when there is too much contrast in brightness between the subject and background, you may not be able to record a clear image. In this case, use the manual exposure function to correct the exposure level.

Background is too bright and subject too dark (backlit subject).

• Increase the exposure level to allow more light through the lens.

Subject is too bright against background.

• Decrease the exposure level to allow less light through the lens.

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 T, then press the SET button.

3 Press l or m to select “EXPOSURE”,

then press the SET button.

EFFECT

MANU AL

PIC. SCENE MENU

FULL AUTO MAN. F OCUS W

HITE EXPOSURE SHUT. SPE ED QK. RETURN

RETURN

BAL.

SET

OFF

AUTO

MANU AL

Exposure level

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Advanced Features

5 Press l or m to select the desired

shutter speed, then press the SET button.

• You can select 17 speeds from 1/25 sec. (“25”) (slowest shutter speed) to 1/ 10,000 sec. (“10000”) (fastest shutter speed).

• The selected shutter speed is displayed on the menu screen.

6 Press the MENU button to turn off the

menu screen.

EFFECT

MANU AL

PIC. SCENE MENU

FULL AUTO MAN. F OCUS W

HITE EXPOSURE

SHUT. SPE ED

QK. RETURN

RETURN

BAL.

SET

OFF

2000

SHUT. SPEED

0000

2000

To return to Auto Shutter Speed mode

After performing step 1 to 3 above, press l or m to select “AUTO”, then press the SET button.

To return to Full Auto mode

Set the camcorder to Full Auto mode (see page

54).

Setting the Shutter Speed

Available modes:

TAPE-CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA

The shutter speed is preset to auto mode, which automatically selects the optimal shutter speed for the ambient light. However, depending on the subject or situation, you may want to set the shutter speed manually to create a high-quality picture.

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 T, then press the SET button.

3 Press l or m to select “SHUT.

SPEED”, then press the SET button.

4 Press l or m to select “MANUAL”, then

press the SET button to display the shutter speed setting screen.

EFFECT

MANU AL

PIC. SCENE MENU

FULL AUTO MAN. F OCUS W

HITE EXPOSURE SHUT. SPE ED QK. RETURN

RETURN

BAL.

SET

OFF

AUTO

MANU AL

SHUT. SPEED

00001

Shutter speed

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Notes:

• Recording with a shutter speed faster than 1/50 sec. tends to darken the picture. Record in bright locations when you use a fast shutter speed.

• Using a fast shutter speed under fluorescent lighting will cause flickering in the picture and possibly periodic colour shifts.

• When selecting 1/25 sec. shutter speed, you may get a shadow image behind a subject that is moving around a lot.

• The manual shutter speed setting will cancel

if a scene setting is selected or gain-up function is used thereafter.

Recommended Shutter Speeds

The faster the shutter speed, the darker the picture becomes. Select the most appropriate shutter speed for the ambient light.

SituationSituation

• Recording sports action in bright daylight.

• Recording in bright daylight at a ski resort.

• Recording outdoor sports on a partially cloudy day.

• Recording an outside scene through a car window (when you want to minimize blur caused by the camera shaking).

• When you want to reduce the light by half. Use as a substitute for an ND2 filter.

• Recording in a poorlyilluminated location.

• When you want to create artistic trailing images of fast-moving subjects.

Recommended

shutter speed

1/1,000 sec.

1/250 sec.

1/10,000 sec.

1/1,000 sec.

1/120 sec.

Tips on Using the Manual Shutter Speed

• Fast shutter speeds can be used with the still recording functions (see pages 35, 36 and

67) to record higher quality still images of fast-moving subjects.

• If the on-screen picture flickers when recording under fluorescent lighting, you may be able to compensate by setting the shutter speed to 1/120 sec.

1/25 sec.

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Advanced Features

Using the Time Code

Available modes:

TAPE-VCR, TAPE-CAMERA

The time code shows the hour, minute and second of recording, and the frame number (1 frame = approx. 1/25 sec.). This is automatically recorded along with the subject when you are recording on the tape. You can display the time code on the screen as an accurate counter in both TAPE-VCR and TAPE-CAMERA modes.

0 00 10 20TC

Display format

• The example screens shown are for TAPE-VCR mode.

1 During playback or camera recording in

TAPE modes, 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 “TIME CODE”,

then press the SET button.

4 Press l or m to select “DISP. ON”, then

press the SET button.

OTHERS

OSD DEFAULT

SOUND

REMOTE

T IME CODE TC OUT RETURN

DISP.

OFF

Advanced Features

Playback

5 Press the MENU button to turn off the

menu screen.

• The time code appears.

To turn off the time code

Select “DISP. OFF” in step 4 above.

Notes:

• The time code appears when the OSD menu item is set to “ON”.

• When the tape reaches an unrecorded section, the time code returns to zero (TC0:00:00). Once recorded, the time code cannot be changed.

• You can also press the T/C (Time Code) button on the remote control (only supplied with VLNZ10) to display the time code.

DISP.ON

TIME CODE

TC 0 0 5:35:

AUD IOAUDIO

21+21

Displaying the time code on a TV during playback

1 In TAPE-VCR 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 “TC OUT”, then

press the SET button.

4 Press l or m to select “ON”, then press

the SET button.

5 Press the MENU button to turn off the

menu screen.

OTHERS

OSD DEFAULT

SOUND

REMOTE

T IME CODE TC OUT RETURN

OFF

TC OUT

* Displayed during still or

frame advance playback.

Frame number*

Second

Minute

Hour

Time code

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Advanced Features

Editing

Available mode:

TAPE-VCR

Video editing lets you refine your videos by removing unwanted sequences from your tape, or transposing one sequence with another. This camcorder lets you monitor the source program on the built-in LCD monitor without having to connect it to an external TV or video monitor.

Connect the camcorder to a VCR with the supplied audio/video/S-video cable, as shown.

Cutting Unwanted Sequences

1 Play back the tape to be edited on the

camcorder, and locate the beginning and end of the sequence you wish to cut. Write down the time code reading at the beginning and end of that sequence (see page 59). Then, rewind the tape to before the beginning of the portion that you wish to keep.

2 Load a video cassette into the recording

VCR.

3 Press m on the camcorder to begin

playback, then press the Record button on the VCR to begin recording.

4 Press the Pause/Still button on the VCR

to pause recording when the source tape reaches the beginning of the sequence to be cut.

5 Press the Pause/Still (or Record) button

on the VCR to resume recording when the source tape reaches the end of the sequence to be cut.

POWER

TV/VCRSET UP

CHANNEL

REC

PLAY

STOP/ EJECT

PAUSE /STILL

To stop editing

Press l on the camcorder and press the Stop button on the VCR.

Notes:

• Some of the transitions between edited sequences may be slightly off.

• There may be picture noise during video search or still playback. This does not imply a defect in the camcorder.

• The time code display will be recorded along with the edited sequences if the TC OUT item is set to “ON”. Set to “OFF” before editing (see page 59).

Notes:

• If your VCR has a 21-pin Euro-SCART connector, use the RCA/21-pin Euro-SCART conversion connector (QSOCZ0033TAZZ).

VIDEO AUDIO

(L/MONO)

AUDIO

(R)

• See page 2 for how to open the jack cover.

• If your VCR has only one audio input jack, use the white plug for the audio connection on the VCR.

• If your VCR has an S-video input socket, you do not need to connect the yellow video plug.

To AVLS terminal

Recording

Black: To S-video input socket Yellow: To video input jack White: To audio input (L) jack Red: To audio input (R) jack

Audio/video/S-video cable (supplied)

Playback

The arrow shows the signal flow.

21-pin Euro-SCART on VCR

RCA/21-pin Euro-SCART conversion connector (QSOCZ0033TAZZ)

Video

Audio R Audio L

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Advanced Features Playback

Advanced Features

Editing with the DV Terminal (IEEE1394)

Available mode:

TAPE-VCR

This camcorder enables you to perform digital video editing. Connect the camcorder to video equipment with a DV terminal using the supplied DV cable. The DV cable is able to transfer all dubbing signals including video and audio.

To Record from Video Equipment (VL-NZ10 only)

1 Set the camcorder to TAPE-VCR mode,

and insert a Mini DV cassette.

2 Begin playback on the video equipment

connected to the camcorder.

• Check the camcorder screen to see if the picture is properly received.

3 Press the REC START/STOP button on

the camcorder.

• The camcorder enters Recording Standby mode.

4 Press m on the Operation button to

begin recording.

To stop recording

Press l on the Operation button.

Cutting Unwanted Sequences (VLNZ10 only)

1 Press m to pause recording when the

source tape reaches the beginning of the sequence to be cut.

2 Press m to resume recording when the

source tape reaches the end of the sequence to be cut.

Notes:

• Make sure that the video equipment from which you are recording can output dubbing signals via the DV terminal.

• If the video equipment is not set to playback mode or the DV cable is not properly connected, “NO SIGNAL” is displayed on the camcorder screen.

• If no picture or sound is input to the camcorder even if the DV cable is properly connected and you are playing back the source media from the video equipment, set the Power switch on the camcorder to OFF and then back to VCR, 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, “COPYRIGHT PROTECTED.” appears on the camcorder monitor and the recording function is disabled (see page 87).

To Record to Video Equipment

See “Cutting Unwanted Sequences” on page 60, using the video equipment as the recording source.

Note:

• Make sure that the video equipment to which you are recording can input dubbing signals via the DV terminal.

To DV terminal

DV cable (supplied)

Video equipment

with DV terminal

(e.g. DV camcorder)

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Advanced Features

Audio Dubbing Feature

Available mode:

TAPE-VCR

You can add narration to recordings made with this camcorder, while preserving the original audio and video recordings.

Audio Recording

In normal recording mode

12-bit audio recording

The audio is recorded in stereo on Audio 1.

Audio 1: Stereo (left and right) sound Audio 2: No audio

16-bit audio recording

The audio is recorded in stereo with the left and right sound on two separate channels.

Audio 1: Left sound Audio 2: Right sound

In Audio Dubbing mode

12-bit audio recording

The dubbed audio is recorded on Audio 2.

Audio 1: Original stereo (left and right) sound Audio 2:

Dubbed stereo (left and right) sound

16-bit audio recording

The dubbed audio is recorded on Audio 2 over the original right sound. Both dubbed and original sounds are mono.

Audio 1: Original left sound Audio 2: Dubbed sound

Note:

• You can select the 12-bit or 16-bit audio recording mode by performing the procedure on page 40.

Microphone for Audio Dubbing

You can use the built-in stereo microphone to record narration.

Notes:

• Audio dubbing does not function through the DV terminal.

• You cannot use the zoom microphone to record narration.

• You cannot use audio dubbing with recordings made in LP mode.

Built-in stereo microphone

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Advanced Features Playback

Advanced Features

Audio Dubbing

1 Play back the recorded Mini DV cassette

and locate the tape position where you wish to start audio dubbing.

2 Press m to pause playback. 3 Press the MENU button until the menu

screen appears.

4 Press l or m on the operation button

to select V, then press the SET button.

5 Press l or m to select “AUDIO DUB”,

then press the SET button.

• The audio dubbing screen appears.

6 Press the SET button to begin audio

dubbing. Record your narration.

To pause audio dubbing

Press the SET button. To resume audio dubbing, press the SET button again.

EFFECT

PLAYBACK

PIC. M

ULTI

FRAME

AUDI O DUB

AUDI O

PB EFFECT

SET

EXECUTE

AUDI O DUB

STOP

START

AUD IOAUDIO

21+21

OT ION

RETURN

To cancel audio dubbing

Press the MENU button. The audio dubbing screen disappears.

If you wish to change the dubbed audio or dub additional scenes

1 Press the MENU button to turn off the

audio dubbing screen.

2 Repeat steps 1 to 6 above.

Notes:

• It is recommended that you use Audio Dubbing only with recordings made with this camcorder. Use of recordings made with other digital video equipment may result in poor audio quality.

• Audio dubbing will automatically pause if the original audio changes from 12-bit mode to 16bit mode or vice versa. Press the SET button to resume operation.

• Audio dubbing will automatically stop if a portion recorded in LP mode or an unrecorded portion of the tape is encountered.

• You can play back the dubbed audio and the original audio together or separately (see “Selecting the Audio Playback Mode” on next page).

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Advanced Features

Selecting the Audio Playback Mode

Available mode:

TAPE-VCR

You can select any of the following audio playback modes.

3 Press l or m on the operation button

to select V, then press the SET button.

4 Press l or m to select “AUDIO”, then

press the SET button.

5 Press l or m to select the desired

audio playback mode, then press the SET button.

6 Press the MENU button to turn off the

menu screen.

• The selected audio playback mode indicator displays.

Note:

• The audio playback mode indicator, “AUDIO”, displays in different colours depending on the recording mode (12- or 16-bit) used for the recording being played back. A white display indicates 12-bit recording mode, while a green indicates 16-bit.

EFFECT

PLAYBACK

PIC.

ULTI

FRAME AUDI O DUB AUDI O

PB EFFECT

SET

1 2

OT ION

RETURN

AUDIO

Audio 1+2

• 12-bit recording in stereo (Audio 1 and Audio 2 channels)

• 16-bit recording in stereo (left and right channels)

Audio 1

• 12-bit recording in stereo (Audio 1 channel only)

• 16-bit recording in mono (left channel only)

Audio 2

• 12-bit recording in stereo (Audio 2 channel only)

• 16-bit recording in mono (right channel only)

1 Play back a Mini DV cassette with

dubbed audio.

2 Press the MENU button until the menu

screen appears.

AUD IOAUDIO

21+21

Audio playback mode indicator

Page 80

Advanced Features Playback

Advanced Features

Configuring Software for PC Connection

This camcorder can transfer still playback images in TAPE-VCR mode or still images in TAPE-CAMERA and CARD modes to a personal computer by using the Video Capture Software (only supplied with VL-NZ10).

Connecting the camcorder to a Personal Computer

1 Turn off the camcorder and PC. 2 Connect the camcorder as shown below.

• Before connecting the camcorder to the PC, make sure that the PC power is off to insure that images are transferred properly.

3 Turn on the PC, then turn on the

camcorder in the desired camcorder mode.

Notes:

• It is recommended to use the AC adapter/battery charger as a power source for extended periods of use.

• Images with the following functions cannot be transferred to a personal computer. — TAPE-VCR/CARD-VCR mode: Picture Effect

Playback

— TAPE-CAMERA/CARD-CAMERA mode: Digital

Picture Effects

• Using a commercially available PC card adapter, it is possible to directly transfer still images on a card to a PC (see page 79).

• To edit still images transferred with the Video Capture Software, use a commercially available image editing software.

System Requirements

• IBM PC/AT or compatible with Intelb Pentiumb

133 MHz or faster processor

• Microsoft Windowsb 95B, Windowsb 95C, Windowsb 98, Windowsb 98 Second Edition, Windowsb 2000 Professional*, or Windowsb Me operating system

• 32 MB or more of RAM

• 9 MB minimum of available hard-disk space

• SVGA (800 K 600 pixels) colour display monitor with 16-bit colour or higher

• CD-ROM drive (for installation)

• RS-232C serial port

• Mouse or other pointing device

* In the Windowsb 2000 Professional environment,

only the system administrator has installation access rights.

Installing the Software

1 Turn on the PC and start up Windows. 2 Insert the CD-ROM of the Video Capture

Software into the CD-ROM drive.

3 Double click on the “My Computer” icon. 4 Double click on the CD-ROM drive icon. 5 Double click on the “Setup.exe” file. 6 Follow the instructions as they appear

on the PC monitor until the installation is complete.

7 Restart the PC.

To PC connection jack

To RS-232C port

(D-sub 9-pin port)

PC connecting cable (only supplied with VL-NZ10)

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Advanced Features

Using the Software

For tips on how to use the Video Capture Software, refer to the operation manual located on the CD-ROM in PDF format. Follow the steps below to open the PDF file containing the manual.

Note:

• For the latest product information, be sure to read the “Readme” text file located in the “Readme” folder of the Video Capture Software CD-ROM. Select the “Readme” text file you prefer. The letters between “Readme” and “.txt” define the language; for example, “en” in “Readmeen.txt” stands for English, etc.

6 Follow the instructions as they appear

on the PC monitor until the installation is complete.

7 Restart the PC.

File name

ar40chs.exe

ar405cht.exe

ar405dut.exe

ar405eng.exe

ar405fre.exe

ar405deu.exe

ar405ita.exe

ar405kor.exe

ar405por.exe

ar405esl.exe

ar405swe.exe

Language

Chinese, Simplified

Chinese, Traditional

Dutch

English

French

German

Italian

Korean

Portuguese

Spanish, Castilian

Swedish

Installing Adobe Acrobat Reader

Adobe Acrobat Reader 4.0 or later is required for viewing the PDF manual of the Video Capture Software. If the Adobe Acrobat Reader is not installed on your PC, perform steps below to install one.

1 Insert the CD-ROM of the Video Capture

Software into the CD-ROM drive.

2 Double click on the “My Computer” icon. 3 Double click on the CD-ROM drive icon. 4 Double click on the “Acroread” folder. 5 Double click on the desired language

version.

Opening the PDF Manual

1 Insert the CD-ROM of the Video Capture

Software into the CD-ROM drive.

2 Double click on the “My Computer” icon. 3 Double click on the CD-ROM drive icon. 4 Double click on the “Manual” folder. 5 Double click on the PDF file of the

desired language version.

• Adobe Acrobat Reader launches and the selected PDF manual opens.

Note:

• If the PDF file does not open, Adobe Acrobat Reader may not be properly installed. Refer to the steps of “Installing Adobe Acrobat Reader” to check the installation procedure.

Printing the PDF Manual

Print out the PDF manual so that you can consult it whenever necessary.

1 Open the PDF manual. 2 Select “Print” in the “File” menu.

Note:

• The menu expressions such as “Print” and “File” may vary according to the language version of Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on the PC.

3 Select your print settings, then click

“OK”.

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Digital Still Camera Features Card Recording

Digital Still Camera

Features

Digital Still Camera Features

Camera Recording

Card Recording

Available mode:

CARD-CAMERA

You can take a still picture in the same way as you do with a standard camera and record that image on the card.

1 Insert a card into the camcorder (see

page 13).

2 Remove the lens cap. 3 Set the Media Selection

switch to CARD.

4 Hold down the Lock button and set the

Power switch to CAMERA.

• The picture from the lens now displays.

5 Perform the steps in “Selecting a still

recording effect” to select a still recording effect (see page 35).

6 Adjust the Power Zoom control to frame

the subject as you desire.

7 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.

• If selecting “9 FRAMES” or “16

FRAMES” in step 5 above, the camcorder does not lock the focus.

8 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.

• To record another image, release the

STILL button and make sure the picture is not frozen in the monitor, then perform steps 7 and 8.

Notes:

• Recording under insufficient lighting may result in blurred images. It is recommended that you use a tripod to record insufficiently illuminated subjects.

• Recording under the light of a fluorescent, mercury, or sodium lamp may cause flickering in the image and, depending on the timing of the shot, may result in changes to colour hue in the image.

• Set the SOUND menu item to “OFF” to turn off the focus locking sound.

• To capture clearer still images of still life picture, set the MOTION menu item to “OFF” (see page

36).

Caution:

• Do not turn the power off while the S indicator is flashing in step 8.

AUT O

NORMAL

CARD

/994

AUT O

NORMAL

/994

CARD

NORMAL

/994

CARD

STILL button

Number of shots taken/remaining

Power switch

Media Selection switch

Power Zoom control

Lock button

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Digital Still Camera

Features

Selecting the Picture Quality

Available mode:

CARD-CAMERA

The picture quality of still images recorded on the card depends on the picture quality setting. Select the appropriate setting to match your recording objectives.

1 In CARD-CAMERA mode, press the

MENU button until the menu screen appears.

2 Press l or m on the operation button

to select Y, then press the SET button.

3 Press l or m to select “REC MODE”,

then press the SET button.

4 Press l or m to select the desired

setting, then press the SET button.

5 Press the MENU button to turn off the

menu screen.

• The selected picture quality indicator displays.

Note:

• The picture quality indicator is also displayed in CARD-VCR mode. The picture quality indicator displayed during playback is based on the amount of data for that recorded image. Since the amount of data differs depending on factors such as image detail, sometimes the picture quality indicator displayed during playback may not match the picture quality setting used during recording.

Note:

• The number of recordable images differs depending on the combination of picture quality settings used and the images shot.

Approx. number of

images

100

180

Picture quality

setting

NORMAL

ECONOMY

FINE

CAMERA

REC MODE SELF T IMER

REC M

OT ION

RETURN

GUIDE

SNAP EFF. DGTL Z OOM

SET

NORMAL

ECONOMY FINE

REC MODE

ECONOMY

/01170

CARD

Approximate number of recordable images with the card supplied with VL-NZ10

Types of picture quality settings

NORMAL: Records images with standard

picture quality.

ECONOMY: Allows you to take more shots

than in NORMAL mode but with a lower quality.

FINE: Records images with higher quality

than in NORMAL mode but with a lower number of recordable images.

Picture quality indicator

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Digital Still Camera Features Card Recording

Digital Still Camera

Features

Recording with the Selftimer

Available mode:

CARD-CAMERA

The self-timer function allows you to record images after a time-lag of 10 seconds. This is convenient when you want to record an image of you and your friends together.

1 In CARD-CAMERA mode, press the

MENU button until the menu screen appears.

2 Press l or m on the operation button

to select Y, then press the SET button.

3 Press l or m to select “SELF TIMER”,

then press the SET button.

4 Press the STILL button fully to set the

timer.

• The self-timer operating indicator flashes while the timer counts down.

• The shutter automatically releases after 10 seconds, and a still image of the subject is recorded.

Notes:

• When recording with the self-timer, stabilize the camcorder in the horizontal plane by attaching it to a tripod, etc.

• To cancel the self-timer, press the STILL button fully again in step 4 above.

• Self-timer mode cancels after recording one image. Repeat steps 1 to 4 to record another image with the self-timer.

Caution:

• Do not turn the power off or remove the card once the self-timer operating indicator begins flashing.

CAMERA

REC MODE

SELF T IMER

SET

EXECUTE

NORMAL

AUT O

/0194

REC M

OT ION

RETURN

GUIDE

SNAP EFF. DGTL Z OOM

CARD

NORMAL

AUT O

/0194

CARD

Self-timer operating indicator

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Digital Still Camera

Features

Formatting a Card

Available mode:

CARD-CAMERA

Before using a commercially available card with this camcorder, you must first have it formatted. Also, if any of the following warning indicators displays, you will need to format your card.

• “FORMAT MEMORY CARD”

• “MEMORY CARD ERROR”

• “MEMORY CARD READ ERROR”

• “CANNOT STORE DATA”

Cautions:

• Formatting a card erases all stored images, including delete-protected images. Be sure to

backup important data on your computer or other media before formatting the card (see pages 65, 66 and 79).

• 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 Insert a card to be formatted into the

camcorder.

2 In CARD-CAMERA mode, press the

MENU button until the menu screen appears.

3 Press l or m on the operation button

to select I, then press the SET button.

4 Press l or m to select “FORMAT”, then

press the SET button.

• To cancel formatting, press l or m to

select “NO”, then press the SET button.

5 Press l or m to select “YES”, then

press the SET button to begin formatting.

• The menu screen displays when formatting finishes.

6 Press the MENU button to turn off the

menu screen.

Notes:

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

• Use this camcorder to format a card. The camcorder may not recognize the images on a card formatted by a computer or other equipment.

OTHERS

OSD DEFAULT

FORMAT

SOUND DEMO

RETURN

LANGUAGE

FORMAT

ALL BE ERASE D.

DATA WI LL

MOD E

EXECUTE

YES

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Digital Still Camera Features Playback

Digital Still Camera

Features

Digital Still Camera Features

Playback

Card Playback

Available mode:

CARD-VCR

You can play back and view still images recorded on a card on the LCD monitor.

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.

• Each time you press j, k, l or m, the selection frame moves as shown below.

Note:

• Holding down j or k increases the speed

of motion of the selection frame.

4 Press the MULTI button.

• The selected image is displayed in fullscreen.

• You can also press the SET button to display the image in full-screen.

0100

2/2PAGE

NORMAL

PLAYBACK

2111

1000

2/2PAGE

NORMAL

PLAYBACK

3000-001

NO RMA L

01/3

1000

001

NORMAL

01/1

CARD

Available Operations during Fullscreen Display

• You can display the full-screen picture of the

previous or next image by pressing j or k.

• When holding down j or k, you can search

through the images on the card. The search can be very fast, so it is recommended that you set the OSD menu item to “ON” to display the image number.

• To return to a thumbnail of the images, press the MULTI button again.

Notes:

• Depending on the amount of data for the recorded image, the picture quality indicator displayed during playback may not match the picture quality setting used during recording.

• The images bigger than 640K480, e.g. images recorded on other equipment, display as thumbnails, not full screen.

• Do not play back any card storing a defective image (with noise and distortion) created on other equipment. If you mistakingly play back data on such a card, set the Power switch to OFF, remove, and never use it with this camcorder.

Lock button

Image file name

Page number/

total thumbnail pages

Picture quality indicator Playback image number/ number of recordings

Operation button

Media Selection switch

MULTI button

Power switch

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Digital Still Camera

Features

Delete Protection

Available mode:

CARD-VCR

You can prevent your important images recorded on the card from accidental erasure.

1 In CARD-VCR mode, press the MENU

button until the menu screen appears.

2 Press l or m on the operation button

to select S, then press the SET button.

3 Press l or m to select “PROTECT”,

then press the SET button.

4 Press j, k, l or m to select the

image for delete protection.

5 Press the SET button to set delete

protection.

• The R indicator appears.

• If you want to protect another image, repeat steps 4 and 5.

6 Press the MENU button to display a

thumbnail of images.

EFFECT

PLAYBACK

PIC. SL IDE DELETE

PROTECT

SHOW

PRI.

RETURN

ORDER

SET

EXECUTE

1000

2/1PAGE

NORMAL

PROTECT

3000

2/1PAGE

NORMAL

PROTECT

To cancel the protection setting

1 Select the image for delete protection

cancellation in step 4 above.

2 Press the SET button to cancel the

protection.

• The R indicator disappears.

3 Press the MENU button to display a

thumbnail of images.

Note:

• Formatting a card erases all stored images, including delete-protected images.

3000

2/1PAGE

NORMAL

PROTECT

3000

2/1PAGE

NORMAL

PROTECT

Delete protection indicator

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Digital Still Camera Features Playback

Digital Still Camera

Features

Deleting Stored Images

Available mode:

CARD-VCR

Deleting One Stored Image

You can delete unwanted images to free up memory of a card for new images.

Note:

• Deleted images cannot be restored. Check whether or not you want the images before performing the procedure below.

1 In CARD-VCR mode, press the MENU

button until the menu screen appears.

2 Press l or m on the operation button

to select S, then press the SET button.

3 Press l or m to select “DELETE”, then

press the SET button.

4 Press l or m to select “ONE IMAGE”,

then press the SET button.

5 Press j, k, l or m to select the

image to be deleted.

6 Press the SET button to set the image.

• To cancel deletion, press l or m to

select “NO”, then press the SET button.

7 Press l or m to select “YES”, then

press the SET button to delete the image.

• If you want to delete another image, repeat steps 5 to 7.

8 Press the MENU button to display a

thumbnail of images.

Note:

• The protected images cannot be deleted. Cancel the protection setting to delete the image (see page 72).

Caution:

• Do not turn the power off while deleting an image.

EFFECT

PLAYBACK

PIC. SL IDE DELETE PROTECT

SHOW

PRI. RETURN

ORDER

SET

ONE IMAGE

ALL IMAGES RETURN

1000

2/1PAGE

NORMAL

DELETE

3000

2/1PAGE

NORMAL

DELETE

3000

2/1PAGE

NORMAL

DELETE

4000

2/1PAGE

NORMAL

DELETE

YES

Page 89

Digital Still Camera

Features

Deleting All Stored Images

You can delete all stored images on a card in one operation.

Notes:

• Deleted images cannot be restored. Check whether or not you want the images before performing the procedure below.

• If you want to keep some images on the card, first delete-protect them (see page 72), and then perform the procedure below.

1 In CARD-VCR mode, press the MENU

button until the menu screen appears.

2 Press l or m on the operation button

to select S, then press the SET button.

3 Press l or m to select “DELETE”, then

press the SET button.

4 Press l or m to select “ALL IMAGES”,

then press the SET button.

5 Press l or m to select “YES”, then

press the SET button to delete all the images.

• To cancel deletion, press l or m to

select “NO”, then press the SET button.

Notes:

• The protected images cannot be deleted. Cancel the protection setting to delete the image (see page 72).

• If a print order is assigned to delete-protected images and you perform the procedure above, the print order will cancel (the protection setting will not cancel).

• It may take several seconds to delete all images from the card.

Caution:

• Do not turn the power off while deleting images.

EFFECT

PLAYBACK

PIC. SL IDE DELETE PROTECT

SHOW

PRI. RETURN

ORDER

SET

ONE IMAGE

ALL IMAGES RETURN

EFFECT

PLAYBACK

PIC. SL IDE DELETE PROTECT

SHOW

PRI. RETURN

ORDER

SET

ONE IMAGE

ALL

RETURN

IMAGES

1000

2/1PAGE

NORMAL

DELETE ALL

YES

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Digital Still Camera Features Playback

Digital Still Camera

Features

Slide Show Playback

Available mode:

CARD-VCR

You can automatically play back consecutive still images recorded on a card at intervals of 5 seconds. This is useful when confirming the data recorded on a card.

1 Set the camcorder to CARD-VCR mode. 2 Press j, k, l or m to select the

image from which you want to begin slide show playback.

3 Press the MENU button until the menu

screen appears.

4 Press l or m to select S, then press

the SET button.

5 Press l or m to select “SLIDE SHOW”,

then press the SET button.

• Beginning from the image selected in step 2, the recorded images will display in full-screen one after another in order of recording.

• After playing back all the images on the card once, Slide Show Playback automatically stops.

6 Press the MENU button to turn off the

menu screen, then press the MULTI button to display a thumbnail of images.

3000

2/1PAGE

NORMAL

PLAYBACK

EFFECT

PLAYBACK

PIC.

SL IDE

S L I D E S HOWSL IDE SHOW

DELETE PROTECT

SHOW

PRI. RETURN

ORDER

SET

EXECUTE

CARD

To stop Slide Show Playback

During slide show playback, press the MENU button twice, then press the MULTI button to display a thumbnail of images.

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Digital Still Camera

Features

Copying an Image from Card to Tape

Available mode:

CARD-VCR

Use the procedure below to select still images recorded on a card and insert them in a tape.

1 Insert the recorded card and a Mini DV

cassette into the camcorder.

2 Set the camcorder to TAPE-VCR mode,

then locate where you want to insert an image on the tape.

3 Set the camcorder to CARD-VCR mode. 4 Press j, k, l or m to select the

desired image, then press the MULTI button.

• The selected image is displayed in fullscreen.

5 Press the REC START/STOP button.

• The camcorder enters Recording Standby mode.

6 Press l or m to select “REC”, then

press the SET button to begin copying the image to the tape.

7 Press the SET button to stop copying. 8 Press l or m to select “CANCEL”, then

press the SET button to cancel Recording Standby mode.

3000

2/1PAGE

NORMAL

PLAYBACK

3000-001

NO RMA L

CARD

01/

3000-001

NORMAL

CARD

0133/

CANCEL

REC

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Digital Still Camera Features Playback

Digital Still Camera

Features

Print Order

Available mode:

CARD-VCR

The print order function allows you to add print information called DPOF to still images recorded on a card.

5 Press j, k, l or m to select the

image to which you want to assign a print order.

6 Press the SET button, then press l or

m to select the number of printouts.

• 1 through 99 can be set for the number of printouts.

7 Press the SET button to set the print

order.

• The M indicator appears.

• If you want to assign another print order, repeat steps 5 to 7.

8 Press the MENU button to display a

thumbnail of images.

EFFECT

PLAYBACK

PIC. SL IDE DELETE PROTECT

SHOW

PRI.

RETURN

ORDER PR I . SEL ECT

PRI. ALL PR I. NONE

SET

RETURN

1000

2/1PAGE

NORMAL

PR INT

Assigning Print Order to an Image

1 In CARD-VCR mode, press the MENU

button until the menu screen appears.

2 Press l or m on the operation button

to select S, then press the SET button.

3 Press l or m to select “PRI. ORDER”,

then press the SET button.

4 Press l or m to select “PRI. SELECT”,

then press the SET button to display a thumbnail of the recorded images.

3000

2/1PAGE

NORMAL

3000

0011

SET NUMBER

3000

2/1PAGE

NORMAL

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 near future you will be able to easily make prints on a DPOF-compatible printer or order copies at your local print shop.

Note:

• You can print an image even if no print order has been assigned.

Number of printouts

M indicator

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Digital Still Camera

Features

To cancel the print order for an image

1 Select the image for cancelling out of

print order in step 5 above, then press the SET button.

2 Press l to select “0”, then press the

SET button.

• The M indicator disappears.

3 Press the MENU button to display a

thumbnail of images.

Assigning Print Order to All Images

1 Perform steps 1 to 3 in “Assigning Print

Order to an Image”.

2 Press l or m to select “PRI. ALL”, then

press the SET button.

To cancel the print order for all images

1 Perform steps 1 to 3 in “Assigning Print

Order to an Image”.

2 Press l or m to select “PRI. NONE”,

then press the SET button to cancel the print order for all images.

• The M indicators are turned off.

3000

2/1PAGE

NORMAL

3000

2/1PAGE

NORMAL

EFFECT

PLAYBACK

PIC. SL IDE DELETE PROTECT

SHOW

PRI. RETURN

ORDER PRI. SELE CT

PRI. ALL

PR I. NONE

SET

RETURN

1000

2/1PAGE

NORMAL

PLAYBACK

P P P

PPP

EFFECT

PLAYBACK

PIC. SL IDE DELETE PROTECT

SHOW

PRI. RETURN

ORDER PRI. SELE CT

PRI. ALL

PR I. NONE

SET

RETURN

1000-00 2/1PAGE

NORMAL

PLAYBACK

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Digital Still Camera

Features

Transferring Data on Card to Computer

Using a commercially available PC card adapter for each card type, you can transfer still images directly from a card to a computer.

Using a PC Card Adapter (Commercially Available)

Notes:

• For details, see the operation manuals of the computer and PC card adapter.

• If you copy any data incompatible with this camcorder to the card, the camcorder will not be able to recognize it.

DCIM

100SHARP

DVC00001.JPG

DVC00002.JPG

••••••

Image Folders and File Names

Still images recorded using the camcorder are stored on a card as shown below.

Still image

To PC card slot

Folder of still image files

Sub-folder of still images

Serial number (100 to 999)

PC card adapter

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Appendix

Picture/Backlight Adjustments

Available modes:

All modes

If the picture is difficult to see due to ambient light or other factors, adjust the monitor picture settings.

Adjusting the Backlight

1 Press the MENU button until the menu

screen appears.

2 Press l or m on the operation button

to select O, then press the SET button.

3 Press l or m to select “BACKLIGHT”,

then press the SET button.

4 Press l or m to select “AUTO”,

“NORMAL”, “BRIGHT” or “OFF”, then press the SET button.

AUTO: The camcorder automatically switches

between “NORMAL” and “BRIGHT” depending on the ambient light. This mode is only available in TAPE-CAMERA or CARDCAMERA mode.

NORMAL: For use indoors or under moderate

lighting conditions.

BRIGHT: For use outdoors under strong

lighting conditions, such as bright daylight.

OFF: The backlight turns off. To turn it on

again, press any button on the camcorder in CAMERA modes, or press any button other than operation button and Volume control in VCR modes.

• The example screens shown are for TAPECAMERA mode.

Adjusting the Picture

1 Press the MENU button until the menu

screen appears.

2 Press l or m on the operation button

to select O, then press the SET button.

3 Press l or m to select “LCD BRIGHT”

or “LCD COLOUR”, then press the SET button.

4 Press l or m to adjust the item to the

desired setting.

5 Press the SET button, then press the

MENU button to turn off the menu screen.

Note:

• When adjusting the colour, the picture on the LCD monitor may differ from the picture actually recorded. Do not change the colour setting unless necessary. (This adjustment only affects the monitor picture, not the recorded image.)

LCD SET

BACKL IGHT

LCD BRI GHT LCD COLOUR RETURN

AUTO

LCD SET

BACKL IGHT LCD BRI GHT LCD COLOUR RETURN

AUTO

NORMAL BRI GHT OFF

BACKL I GHT

BRI GHT

LCD BRI GHT

LCD COLOUR

5 Press the MENU button to turn off the

menu screen.

Decrease

Darker Brighter

Increase

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Appendix

World Clock

Available modes:

TAPE-CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA

The world clock function allows you to easily adjust the clock to the local time when you use the camcorder while travelling anywhere around the world.

• Set the area, date and time for your local time zone if not already set (see page 16).

Example: Changing the clock from Paris time

to London time.

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 P, then press the SET button.

3 Press l or m to select “AREA”, then

press the SET button.

4 Press l or m to select “1 LONDON”,

then press the SET button.

• The camcorder is now set to London time.

5 Press the MENU button to turn off the

menu screen.

Time Zone Chart

HAWAII

CHICAGO

DENVER

NEW YORK

L. A.

CARACAS

FN ISL.

RIO

ANCHRGE

SAMOA

150˚

LONDON

MOSCOW

PARIS

AZORES

CAIRO

DUBAI

KARACHI

DACCA

HNGKNG

TOKYO

SYDNEY

SOLOMON

BANGKOK

WLLNGTN

180˚150˚120˚90˚60˚30˚0˚

30˚60˚90˚120˚

24 2 3 4 5 61 7 8 9 11 12 1314 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22

Area

number

CLOCK SE T

DISPLAY

SUMR T IME SETT I NG

AREA

PARIS

12H 24H/ RETURN

1 LONDON

AREA

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Appendix

Area Table

Area name

LONDON

PARIS

CAIRO

MOSCOW

DUBAI

KARACHI

DACCA

BANGKOK

HNGKNG

TOKYO

SYDNEY

SOLOMON

WLLNGTN

SAMOA

HAWAII

ANCHRGE

L.A.

DENVER

CHICAGO

NEW YORK

CARACAS

RIO

FN ISL.

AZORES

Countries or areas*

England, Morocco, GMT (Greenwich mean time)

Austria, France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Portugal, CST (Continental Standard Time), Tunisia

Egypt, Finland, Greece, Turkey

Ethiopia, Iraq, Kenya, Mauritius, Saudi Arabia, Seychelles, Russia (Moscow)

United Arab Emirates

Maldives, Pakistan

Bangladesh, India, Myanmar

Cambodia, Indonesia (Jakarta), Thailand, Vietnam

Australia (Perth), China, Hong Kong, Indonesia (Borneo, Bali), Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan

Japan, Korea

Australia (Sydney)

New Caledonia

Fiji, New Zealand

Western Samoa

U.S.A. (Hawaii), Tahiti, HST (Hawaii Standard Time)

U.S.A. (Alaska), AST (Alaska Standard Time)

U.S.A. (Los Angeles, San Francisco), PST (Pacific Standard Time)

U.S.A. (Denver), MST (Mountain Standard Time)

Mexico (Mexico City), U.S.A. (Chicago), CST (Central Standard Time)

Canada (Montreal), Jamaica, Peru, U.S.A. (New York, Washington D.C.), EST (Eastern Standard Time)

Chile, Dominican Republic, Venezuela

Argentina, Brazil, Uruguay

Fernando de Noronha

Azores Islands

Area number

*These are commonly used names. Official names may vary.

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Appendix

Selecting Summer Time

Available modes:

TAPE-CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA

Perform the procedure below to advance the clock of the camcorder one hour to summer time.

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 P, then press the SET button.

3 Press l or m to select “SUMR TIME”,

then press the SET button.

4 Press l or m to select “ON”, then press

the SET button.

• The time automatically changes to summer time.

5 Press the MENU button to turn off the

menu screen.

• The Q indicator appears when the date/ time is displayed.

CLOCK SE T

DISPLAY

SUMR T IM E SETT I NG

AREA

12H 24H/ RETURN

OFF

SUMR TIME

To reset to standard time

Select “OFF” in step 4 above.

Setting the Confirmation Sounds

Available modes:

All modes

A confirmation sound is made when you turn on or off the Power switch, press the REC START/STOP button, or perform other designated operations. Use the procedure below to change the type of sound or to turn off the confirmation sounds altogether.

OTHERS

OSD DEFAULT

SOUND

T IME CODE TC OUT DEMO LA NGUAGE RETURN

MOD E

CHIME

BEEP OFF

BEEP

SOUND

Types of Confirmation Sound Settings

CHIME: Chiming sound BEEP: Electronic beeping sound OFF: No confirmation sound

1 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 “SOUND”, then

press the SET button.

4 Press l or m to select the desired

sound setting, then press the SET button.

5 Press the MENU button to turn off the

menu screen.

Note:

• If you select “OFF”, the sounds will turn off including: — Shutter closing sound in PHOTO SHOT mode

and CARD-CAMERA mode

— Focus confirmation sound in CARD-CAMERA

mode

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Appendix

Setting the Camcorder to Factory Presettings

Available modes:

All modes

You can set the camcorder to the factory presettings in one operation.

1 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 “DEFAULT”,

then press the SET button.

4 Press l or m to select “YES”, then

press the SET button.

• To cancel, press l or m to select “NO”,

then press the SET button.

5 Press the MENU button to turn off the

menu screen.

Note:

• Even when you perform the steps above, the onscreen display language setting and clock setting maintain the memory.

OTHERS

OSD

DEFAULT

SOUND T IME CODE TC OUT DEMO LA NGUAGE RETURN

DEFAULT

RETURN TO

YES

FACTORY PRESETT I NGS.

MOD E

EXECUTE

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Appendix

Position the subject in

the centre.

Focus manually when you

need to position the

subject off centre (see

pages 53 and 54).

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Useful Information

Hints for Better Shooting

• Position the subject in the centre of the scene. When using auto focus, whatever is in the centre of the scene is kept in focus.

• Avoid backlit subjects. For the best picture, shoot with the light source behind you.

When the background is brighter than the subject, the subject often becomes too dark. If you have to record in this lighting, use Gamma Brightness Compensation or correct the exposure level to improve the picture (see pages 31 and 56).

• Before zooming, think about how to best frame the shot. Frequent zooming produces unattractive pictures. It also runs down the battery more quickly.

• When image shaking is noticeable during zoomed-in telephoto shooting, use a tripod or push the Power Zoom control to the W side to zoom out.

• Horizontal panning (lateral movement) and tilting (vertical movement) should be done slowly to emphasize the wide expanse of a scene or the height of a building, and to make scenes easy to watch during playback.

• Use a wide-angle setting for fast-moving subjects.

Note:

• It may take longer to focus when zooming and panning are used frequently.

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Lighting

For clear, good-quality recording, 500 to 100,000 lux is needed. Recording is possible with less light, but the picture quality may suffer. Adequate lighting is also essential for correct white balance.

Note:

• The figures in the chart are approximations.

Situation (Lux)

Blue sky

Clear day at noon (100,000)

Clear day at 10 am (65,000)

Clear day at 3 pm (35,000) Cloudy day at noon (32,000) Cloudy day at 10 am (25,000)

Cloudy day, one hour after sunrise (2,000) Clear day, one hour before sunset (1,000) Fluorescent light near window (1,000)

Factory floor (700–800) Sales counter in department store (500–700) Bowling alley (500) Library (400–500) Office with fluorescent lighting (400–500)

Fluorescent desk lamp (400) Flashlight at 1 m (250) Shop stairway (100)

During intermission at movie theatre (15–35) Cigarette lighter at 30 cm (15–20) Candles on birthday cake at 20 cm (10–15)

Candlelight

Brightness

(Lux)

100,000

10,000

1,000

100

Tips on good lighting

In most outdoor, daytime scenes, natural lighting is adequate for home videos. Indoors, however, artificial lighting is usually required. Video lights with halogen lamps provide the most natural artificial light over a long operating life.

Optimal lighting range