Sharp ViewcamZ VL-Z1S Operation Manual

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OPERATION MANUAL
WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard,
do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing. No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should be placed on
the apparatus.
This equipment should be used with the recommended AC adapter 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 or battery pack. The AC adapter 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 215,000 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.
*Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Before using the camcorder, please read this operation manual
carefully, especially page vi.
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Part Names ............................................................. 1
Warning Indicators .................................................. 4
Operation References
Preparation
Basic Operations
Attaching and Removing the Battery Pack ............. 5
Charging the Battery Pack ...................................... 7
Powering the Camcorder from an AC Outlet .......... 8
Inserting and Removing a Cassette ....................... 9
Installing the Lithium Batteries ..............................10
Setting the Date and Time .................................... 12
Using the Lens Cap .............................................. 13
Adjusting the Hand Strap ..................................... 14
Using the Grip ....................................................... 14
Detaching the Lens Hood ..................................... 15
Using the Viewfinder ............................................. 15
Using the LCD Monitor ......................................... 17
Tips on Recording Positions ................................. 18
Camera Recording
Easy Camera Recording in Full Auto Mode .......... 19
Zooming ................................................................20
Power Standby Mode ........................................... 21
Turning on/off the Backlight .................................. 21
Auto Focus ............................................................22
Macro Shots ..........................................................22
Remaining Recording Time Display ..................... 23
Remaining Battery Power Display ........................ 23
Playback
Playback ............................................................... 24
Volume Control ...................................................... 25
Still ........................................................................ 25
Video Search......................................................... 25
Watching Playback on a TV .................................. 26
Contents
Supplied Accessories ......................................................................................... v
Optional Accessories .......................................................................................... v
Precautions ........................................................................................................ vi
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Useful Features
Control Buttons ..................................................... 27
Using the Mode Screens ...................................... 27
Using the Menu Screens....................................... 28
Camera Recording
Setting the Digital Zoom ....................................... 29
Backlight Compensation (BLC) ............................ 30
Gain-up ................................................................. 31
Fade in and Fade out ............................................ 32
Quick Return ......................................................... 33
Edit Search............................................................ 34
Still Recording ....................................................... 34
Digital Image Stabilization (DIS) ........................... 35
Self Recording ...................................................... 36
Wide Screen (16:9) ............................................... 38
Recording in LP (Long Play Recording) Mode .....39
Windbreak ............................................................. 40
Selecting the 16-bit Audio Recording Mode......... 41
Playback
Using the Remote Control
(Not supplied) ..................................................... 42
Playback Functions with the Remote Control
(Not supplied) ..................................................... 43
Selecting the Date and Time of Recording
Display ................................................................ 44
Picture Effect Playback ......................................... 45
Rotate Playback .................................................... 46
Advanced Features
Camera Recording
Manual Focus ....................................................... 47
Returning to Auto Focus ....................................... 48
Displaying the Manual Setting Screen .................. 48
White Balance Lock .............................................. 49
Manual Iris ............................................................ 50
Manual Gain .......................................................... 51
Setting the Camcorder to Full Auto Mode............. 52
Scene Menu (Program AE) ................................... 53
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Advanced Features
Playback
Using the Time Code ............................................ 54
Editing ................................................................... 55
Editing with the DV Terminal (IEEE1394) .............. 56
Audio Dubbing Feature......................................... 57
Selecting the Audio Playback Mode ..................... 59
Appendix
Picture/Backlight Adjustments .............................. 60
Turning off the Confirmation Sound ...................... 61
Selecting the Language for the Information
Display ................................................................ 62
Setting the Camcorder to Factory Presettings ...... 63
Demonstration Mode ............................................ 64
Useful Information ................................................. 65
Troubleshooting .................................................... 70
Specifications ....................................................... 73
On-screen Display Index ...................................... 74
Note:
• Before requesting service, please read “Troubleshooting” carefully. (See pages 70–
72.)
Contents
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Supplied Accessories
Battery pack
BT-L226
Audio/video/S-video
cable
CR1216 type
lithium battery
Lens cap
Standard-life battery pack
BT-L226
Optional Accessories
AC adapter
Power cord
External battery with
hand strap
BT-LCA1
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Precautions
Before recording an important scene,
please perform the recording test, then playback to check if the scene was re­corded properly. If noise occurs, use a commercially available cleaning tape to clean the video heads (see page viii).
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, whether or not recording is in progress, as it may damage the CCD sensor. Be particularly careful when re­cording outside.
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 broad-
casting 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 restric-
tions 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.
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 tem-
perature inside it reaches the tempera­ture of the room.
“Dew” warning feature
If dew forms, the word “DEW” flashes on the screen, and the power will automati­cally turn off in approximately 10 seconds.
Plastic bag
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.
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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 illustrations above)
• playback pictures do not move.
• during playback, the whole screen becomes blue.
Using a Cleaning Tape (Commer­cially Available)
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 Hold down the Lock button and set
the Power switch to w.
• The video head cleaning screen appears.
3 Press m on the Operation 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.
To cancel cleaning, press l.
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.
Precautions
STOPSTART
CLEANI NG
CLEANINGNOW
Striped noise
Mosaic noise
Operation References
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Operation References
Part Names
For details on the use of each part, refer to the page number indicated in parentheses.
Front view
Zoom lens
DISPLAY button (p. 27)
Operation button (p. 27)
Monaural microphone
LCD LAMP button (p. 21)
Operation References
Operation References
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Lithium battery cover (p. 10)
Tripod socket*
Left view
Dioptre adjustment dial (p. 16)
Battery release (pp. 6, 10)
* When attaching a tripod
with a guide pin, do not attach the pin to the bottom of the camcorder.
LCD monitor (p. 17)
DV terminal (p. 56)
DC IN jack (pp. 7, 8)
AV terminal (pp. 26, 55)
Terminal cover
(pp. 26, 55, 56)
Operation References
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Viewfinder (pp. 15, 16)
Power Zoom Wide angle/ Telephoto control (p. 20)/ VOLume control (p. 25)
Start/Stop button (p. 19)
PHOTO button (p. 34)
Power switch (v Camera Recording mode/w Playback mode select switch) (pp. 19, 24)
STANDBY button (p. 21)
STANDBY indicator
(p. 21)
POWER/CHARGE
(RED) indicator
(pp. 7, 8, 19)
DC IN jack cover (pp. 7, 8)
Cassette holder (p. 9)
Cassette compartment door release (p. 9)
Cassette compartment door (p. 9)
Right view
Hand strap (p. 14)
Speaker
Window cleaning cover
(p. 68)
Operation References
Operation References
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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 9).
INSERT
A CASSETTE.
BATTERY I S
TOO LOW.
PROTECT. TAB
CHANGE THE
CASSETTE.
EJECT THE
CASSETTE.
EJECT THE
CASSETTE.
CASSETTE NOT RECORDABLE.
The video cassette is defective and should be removed (see page 9).
The erasure protect tab on the video cassette has been slid to the record-protect position, preventing recording (see page 66).
The tape is about to end. Prepare a new cassette.
THE
ENDS SOON.
TAPE
DEW
LAMP
LAMP
DEW
The tape has reached the end. Replace it with a new cassette (see page 9).
The battery is almost depleted. Replace it with a fully charged battery pack (see pages 5, 6).
Dew has formed inside the camcorder. Wait a few hours for the dew to dry away (see page vii). About 10 seconds after this warning appears, the camcorder automatically turns off.
The video heads are clogged and should be cleaned (see page viii).
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.
TAPE END
TAPE END
Note:
N indicates a flashing display.
Preparation
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Preparation
Attaching and Removing the Battery Pack
Attaching
1 Make sure that the Power
switch is set to OFF.
2 Open the LCD monitor to a 90° angle
to the camcorder body.
3 Slide the battery pack in the direction
of the arrow with the “m” mark facing out.
4 Push the battery pack in the direction
of the arrow until it clicks.
90˚
Power switch
m mark
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Removing
1 Make sure that the Power switch is
set to OFF, then open the LCD monitor to a 90° angle to the camcorder body.
90˚
2 Slide the battery release in the
direction of the arrow.
3 Take the battery pack out.
Notes:
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.
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 fail 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-L226 battery packs with this camcorder. Use of other batteries may create a risk of fire or explosion.
Before closing the LCD monitor, make sure the battery pack is properly attached to the camcorder, otherwise the monitor may be damaged.
Battery release
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Charging the Battery Pack
1
Attach the battery pack on the camcorder, and make sure that the Power switch is set to OFF.
2 Open the DC IN jack cover.
3 Connect the supplied power cord
to the AC power socket on the AC adapter, and insert the AC plug into a power outlet.
4 Insert the DC plug into the DC IN
jack of the camcorder.
The POWER/CHARGE (RED) indicator lights up red.
The POWER/CHARGE (RED) indicator turns off when the battery is charged.
BT-L226
Charging
time
Battery
pack
Max.
continuous
recording time
Max.
continuous
playback time
on LCD
120
120 105
LCD
closed
LCD
open
105
5 Remove the DC plug from the DC IN
jack, then remove the AC adapter from the power outlet.
Charging time and maximum continuous recording and playback times
The chart specifies the approximate times in minutes.
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 AC adapter become warm during charging. This is not a malfunction.
Using the zoom (see page 20) 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.
See pages 67 and 68 for more information on using the battery pack.
Charge only SHARP model BT-L226 battery packs. Other types of battery packs may burst, causing personal injury and damage.
When attaching the supplied audio/video/S­video cable, remove the DC plug, open the terminal cover and connect it.
DC IN jack cover
DC plug
DC IN jack
POWER/CHARGE (RED)
indicator
AC power socket
To power
outlet
Preparation
Preparation
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Powering the Camcorder from an AC Outlet
You can also power the camcorder from a power outlet by using the supplied AC adapter.
Note:
The supplied AC adapter 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 Open the DC IN jack cover.
3 Connect the supplied power cord
to the AC power socket on the AC adapter, and insert the AC plug into a power outlet.
4 Insert the DC plug into the DC IN
jack of the camcorder.
5 Hold down the Lock button and set
the Power switch to v or w.
The POWER/CHARGE (RED) indicator lights up green.
Notes:
BEFORE REMOVING THE DC PLUG,
ALWAYS STOP RECORDING OR PLAY­BACK AND TURN THE POWER OFF.
Removing the DC plug while shooting or during playback may damage the tape by causing it to wrap around the video head drum.
Disconnect the AC adapter from the camcorder if you will not use the camcorder for a long period of time.
To power
outlet
AC power socket
DC IN jack
DC IN jack cover
POWER/CHARGE (RED)
indicator
DC plug
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Inserting and Removing a Cassette
Inserting
1 Attach the power source to the
camcorder, then slide and hold the cassette compartment door release as you open the cassette compart­ment door.
After confirmation sound, the cassette holder extends and opens automatically.
2 Insert a commercially available Mini
DV cassette fully with the window facing outwards, and with the erasure protect tab facing upwards.
3 Press the “PUSH” mark gently until
the cassette holder clicks into place.
The cassette holder retracts automatically.
4 Wait for the cassette holder to fully
retract. Close the compartment door by pressing its centre until it clicks into place.
Removing
Perform step 1 above, then take out the cassette.
Notes:
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 PUSH 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.
If the battery power is too low, you may not be able to eject the cassette. Replace the battery pack with a fully charged one.
You can only use Mini DV cassettes. Large DV cassettes cannot be used. Be sure to use Mini DV cassettes with the i
mark.
See page 66 for more information on the video cassette tapes intended for use with this camcorder.
SAVE
REC
Cassette compartment door release
PUSH mark
Erasure protect tab
Preparation
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Installing the Lithium Batteries
Installing the Memory Battery
The supplied CR 1216 type lithium battery is used to store the memory of the date and time settings.
1 Make sure that the Power switch is
set to OFF.
2 Open the LCD monitor to a 90° angle
to the camcorder body.
3 Slide the battery release in the
direction of the arrow, then take the battery pack out.
4 Pull out the lithium battery cover in
the direction of the arrow.
5 Insert the CR 1216 type lithium
battery into the compartment with the H side of the battery facing out.
6 Close the lithium battery cover firmly
until it clicks into place.
Removing the Memory Battery
Perform steps 1 to 4 above, then lift out the battery by using a pointed object such as the tip of a ballpoint pen.
Battery release
Lithium battery cover
CR 1216 type lithium battery
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Installing the Battery to Remote Control (Not Sup­plied)
The remote control (RRMCGA149WJSA) is not supplied with this camcorder. Contact the nearest SHARP service centre or your dealer for purchasing as specified part. The CR 2025 type 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 CR 2025 type 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
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 batteries will last about one year under normal usage.
CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. For camcorder, replace only with same or equivalent type CR1216, for remote control unit, replace only with same or equivalent type CR2025, both 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 MISUSED OR INSTALLED WITH POLARITY REVERSED. DO NOT RECHARGE, DISASSEMBLE OR DISPOSE OF IN FIRE.
m side
H side, CR 2025 type
lithium battery
Ta b
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4 Press m or l to select EXECUTE,
then press the centre of the Operation button.
5 Press the centre of the Operation
button.
6 Press m or l to select 2 (day),
then press the centre of the Operation button.
7 Press m or l to select 6 (month),
then press the centre of the Operation button.
8 Press m or l to select 2004 (year),
then press the centre of the Operation button.
9 Press m or l to select 10 (hour),
then press the centre of the Operation button.
Setting the Date and Time
Example: Setting the date to 2 June 2004
(2. 6. 2004) and the time to 10:30 am (10:30).
Note:
Before performing the steps below, make sure that the CR1216 type lithium battery has been installed (see page 10).
1 Hold down the Lock
button and set the Power switch to v.
2 Press the DISPLAY button until the
mode screen appears.
3 Press l or m on the Operation
button to select “MENU”, then press the centre of the Operation button.
BLC GA IN/ OFF
FADE M
ENU
SCENE
M
ENU
EXECUTE
FADE M
ENU
SCENEMENU
BLC GA IN/
OTHERS 2
RETURN
T IME CODE OFF
OFFTC OUT
SETT I NG
12H 24H/
24H
.1120
000:
03.
2. 000
:
1 2003.
SETT ING
SETT ING
2.
000
:
6 2003.
SETT ING
2.
0 00
:
6 2004.
SETT ING
2. 01 00
:
6 2004.
Operation button
Power switch
DISPLAY button
Lock button
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Changing to the 12-hour Time Mode
1 After performing step 10 above, press
l or m to select “12H/24H, then press the centre of the Operation button.
2 Press l or m to select 12H, then
press the centre of the Operation button.
3 Press the DISPLAY 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 5 minutes.
Using the Lens Cap
Attach the strap of the lens cap to the hand strap as shown below.
When attaching or removing the lens cap, grasp the indents on both sides of the cap.
When recording, remove the lens cap and attach the lens cap cord to the fastener so that the cap will not get in the way.
Note:
Always attach the lens cap over the lens when not using the camcorder.
12H
21H24H
10
Press m or l to select 30” (minute), then press the centre of the Operation button.
The internal clock now starts operating with the seconds display.
11
Press the DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen.
Note:
If the date and time have been set, the
SETTING 1 screen (T) appears in step 4. Select SETTING in the OTHERS 2 screen (~) using the Operation button.
SETT ING
2.
0130:00
:
6 2004.
OTHERS 2
T IME CODE TC OUT
24
H12
H
RETURN
SETT I NG
12H 24H/
Indents
Fastener
Preparation
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Adjusting the Hand Strap
1 Open the hand strap flap (1) and grip
strap (2).
2 Loosen the grip strap, pass your right
hand through the hand strap, and put your thumb close to the Start/Stop button and your index finger on the Power Zoom control. Then, pull the grip strap tight until it fits snugly.
3 Seal the Velcro
®
fasteners of the grip
strap and the hand strap flap.
Using the Grip
Rotate the grip 135° forward or 90° downward so that you can record images easily from high or low angle (see page 18).
Note:
The grip cannot rotate when a tripod is attached.
Grip strap
Hand strap flap
135°
90°
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Using the Viewfinder
You can record the subject using the electronic viewfinder. You can also watch playback through the viewfinder.
1 Pull out the viewfinder completely.
2 Hold down the Lock
button and set the Power switch to v or w.
Detaching the Lens Hood
Before using a commercially available conversion lens, detach the lens hood as shown below.
(Continued on the next page)
Note:
You cannot attach the supplied lens hood or lens cap to a conversion lens.
Power switch
Viewfinder
Lock button
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Closing the viewfinder
Push in the viewfinder completely.
Notes:
Do not use excessive force when moving
the viewfinder.
Do not pick up the camcorder by the
viewfinder.
The viewfinder automatically turns off when the LCD monitor is opened. If the vertical rotation of the monitor is 180° when in Camera mode, however, the viewfinder is on and the subject is displayed both in the viewfinder and on the monitor (see page 36).
You can adjust the settings on the MENU screen through the viewfinder by using the Operation button (see page 27 for use of the Operation button).
Be sure to close the viewfinder after use.
Adjusting the dioptre
Adjust the dioptre according to your eyesight when the picture in the viewfinder or the characters on the on-screen display is not clear.
1 Pull out the viewfinder completely. 2 Hold down the Lock button and set
the Power switch to v.
3 While looking through the viewfinder,
turn the dioptre adjustment dial until the indicators in the viewfinder are clearly visible.
Note:
For cleaning the viewfinder, see page 68.
Dioptre adjustment dial
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Using the LCD Monitor
You can use the LCD monitor to play back recordings that you have made or to watch the subject during recording.
1 Open the LCD monitor to a 90° angle
to the camcorder body.
2 Adjust the LCD monitor to an angle
that allow easy viewing of the on­screen picture.
The LCD monitor rotates 270° vertically.
Note: Do not try to rotate the LCD monitor vertically until the monitor is completely opened.
You can also fold the LCD monitor into the camcorder with the screen facing out for watching playback on the monitor.
3 Hold down the Lock
button and set the Power switch to v or w.
A picture displays on the LCD monitor.
Note:
Battery consumption is larger when the LCD monitor is opened. Use the viewfinder instead of the LCD monitor when you want to save the battery power.
Closing the LCD monitor
Return the LCD monitor to the vertical 90° position with the screen facing in, and fold it into the camcorder into place.
Notes:
Do not use excessive force when moving the LCD monitor.
When closing the LCD monitor, do not tilt it; otherwise the monitor may not close properly and may become damaged.
Do not pick up the camcorder by the LCD monitor.
Do not place the camcorder with the LCD monitor screen facing down.
Close the LCD monitor completely with the screen facing in when not in use.
Before closing the LCD monitor, make sure the battery pack is properly attached to the camcorder, otherwise the monitor may be damaged.
90˚
180
90
Lock button
LCD monitor
Power switch
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