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Thank you for purchasing this VIEWCAM from SHARP.
The VIEWCAM will enhance your home video enjoyment and allow you to capture those
special moments. Please read this operation manual to familiarize yourself with the

VIEWCAM's features, so that you will get the most out or it. The video techniques section will
help you fully enjoy the many features this VIEWCAM offers, and expand your video world.

Important Information for Consumers in the U.S.

WARNING: TO REDUCETHE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,

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CAUTION

(applies to the suppliedAC adapter)

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK,
MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO

WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT,

DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.

CAUTION:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELEC-
TRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER. NO USER-SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING
TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSON-
NEL.

This symbol warns the user or uninsulated voltage within the
unit that can cause dangerous electric shocks.

This symbol alerts the user that there are important operating
and maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying

this unit,

CAUTION

Irthe AC adapter is misplaced or
needs to be replaced, obtain the
same type or adapter from a SHARP
service center or your dealer.

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PRODUCT DISPOSAL

This Product utilizes tin-lead solder, and a fluorescent lamp containing a small
amount or mercury. Disposal or these materials may be regulated due to environ-
mental considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your
local authorities or the Electronics Industries Alliance: www, eiae,org,

BATTERY DISPOSAL

CONTAINS NICKEL-METAL HYDRIDE RECHARGEABLE BATTERY. MUST BE

RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF PROPERLY, CONTACT LOCAL AGENCIES FOR
INFORMATION ON RECYCLING AND DISPOSAL PLANS IN YOUR AREA.

WARNINGiFcc Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or

modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer could

void the user's authority to operate this equipment.

This device complies with Part 15 or the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may

cause undesired operation,

INFORMATION
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B

digital device, pursuant to Part 15 or the FCC Rules, These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation, This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications, However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by

turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the

interference by one or more or the following measures:
iReorient or relocate the receiving antenna,
ilncrease the separation between the equipment and receiver,
iConnect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the

receiver is connected.

iConsult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

CAUTION ON LITHIUM BATTERY (MEMORY BACKUP BATTERY)

Ira battery is reversed (positive end where the negative end belongs and vice
versa), it can overheat and rupture. This has happened when young children install

batteries backwards. Warn children notto take out batteries or install them, Pnrents

should instnll the lithium battery in the VIEWCAM,

Your VIEWCAM is designed to record in SP mode only, It will not perform normal

playback for programs prerecorded in LP mode,

This VIEWCAM does not have a PCM recording or playback function, PCM recordings made using

other VCRs or audio dubbing cannot be played back or] this unit,
If you record on a tape or] which PCM sound has already beer] recorded, the audio track of the

new VIEWCAM recording may not corne out if the tape is played back or] a PCM capable VCR, If

this occurs, set the VCR's aHdio monitor select switch to the "STANDARD" position,

COPYRIGHT WARNING: It is the intent of SHARP that this unit be used in full compliance with the

NOTE
The VIEWCAM's LCD panel is a very high technology product with close to 90,000 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 cloes not affect your VIEWCAM's

performance,

%pecirications are subject to change without notice.

copyright laws of the United States and that prior permission be
obtained from copyright owners whenever necessary,

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

1.

Read Instructions--All the safety and
operating instructions should be read

before the product is operated.

2,

Retain Instructions--The safety and
operating instructions should be

retained for future reference.

3.

Heed Warnings--All warnings on the
product and in the operating instruc-

tions should be adhered to.

4,

Follow Instructions--All operating and
use instructions should be followed.

5,

Cleaning--Unplug this product from the

wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use

liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners, Use
a damp cloth for cleaning.

6.

Attachments--Do not use attachments

not recommended by the product
manufacturer as they may cause

hazards.

7.

Water and Moisture--Do not use this

product near water--for example, near
a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or

laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near
a swimming pool; and the like,

8.

Accessories--Do not place this product

on an unstable cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table. The product may tall,

causing serious injury to a child or

adult, and

to the product.
Use only with a

serious damage

cart, stand,
tripod, bracket,

or table recommended by the manu-

facturer, or sold with the product. Any

mounting or the product should follow

the manufacturer's instructions, and

should use a mounting accessory
recommended by the manufacturer.

9.

A product and cart

combination should be
moved with care. Quick
stops, excessive force,

and uneven surfaces
may cause the product

and cart combination to overturn.

10.

Ventilation--Slots and openings in the
cabinet are provided for ventilation and

to ensure reliable operation of the

product and to protect it from overheat-
ing, and these openings must not be

blocked or covered. The openings

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should never be blocked by placing the

product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other
similar surface, This product should not

be placed in a builtqn installation such

)rovided or the manufacturer's instruc-

tions have been adhered to.

11.

Power Sources--This product should
be operated only from the type of power

source indicated on the marking label, I[
you are not sure o[the type of power
supply to your home, consult your

product dealer or local power company,
For products intended to operate from

battery power, or other sources, refer to
the operating instructions,

12.

Grounding or Polarization--This product
may be equipped with a polarized

alternating-current line plug (a plug
having one blade wider than the other),

This plug will fit into the power outlet
only one way. This is a safety feature. If

you are unable to insert the plug fully
into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If

the plug should still rail to fit, contact
your electrician to replace your obsolete

outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose
of the polarized plug.

13.

Power-Cord Protection--Power-supply
cords should be routed so that they are

not likely to be walked on or pinched by
items placed upon or against them,

paying particular attention to cords at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and

the point where they exit from the
product.

14.

Lightning--For added protection for this
product during a lightning storm, or

when it is left unattended and unused
for long periods ortime, unplug it from

the wall outlet and disconnect the
antenna or cable system. This will
prevent damage to the product due to

lightning and powerqine surges.

asa

bookcase

or rack
unless

proper

ventilation is

15.PowerLines--Anoutsideantenna
systemshouldnotbelocatedinthe

vicinityofoverheadpowerlinesorother

electriclightorpowercircuits,orwhere
itcanfallintosuchpowerlinesor

circuits.Wheninstallinganoutside
antennasystem,extremecareshould

betakentokeepfromtouchingsuch
powerlinesorcircuitsascontactwith

themmightbefatal.

16.Overloading--Donotoverloadwall
outlets,extensioncords,orintegral

conveniencereceptaclesasthiscan
resultinariskoffireorelectricshock,

17.ObjectandLiquidEntry--Neverpush
objectsofanykindintothisproduct

as they may touch
dangerous

I__ hrough openings

a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid
of any kind on the product.

18, Servicing--Do not attempt to service

this product yourself as opening or

removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltage or other hazards,

Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel,

19. Damage Requiring Service--Unplug

this product from the wall outlet and

refer servicing to qualified service
personnel under the following condi-

tions:

a, When the power-supply cord or plug

is damaged,

b. Ir liquid has been spilled, or objects

have fallen into the product,

c, If the product has been exposed to

rain or water,

d. If the product does not operate

normally by following the operating
instructions. Adjust only those

controls that are covered by the
operating instructions as an im-

proper adjustment of other controls
may result in damage and will often

require extensive work by a qualified
technician to restore the product to

its normal operation,

e. If the product has been dropped or

damaged in any way, and

voltage points or
short-out parts

that could result in

f, When the product exhibits a distinct

change in performance--this

indicates a need for service.

20, Replacement Parts--When replacement

parts are required, be sure the service
technician has used replacement parts

specified by the manufacturer or have
the same characteristics as the original

part. Unauthorized substitutions may
result in fire, electric shock, or other

hazards.

21. Safety Check--Upon completion or any
service or repairs to this product, ask

the service technician to perform safety
checks to determine that the product is
in proper operating condition.

22. Wall or Ceiling Mounting--The product
should be mounted to a wall or ceiling

only as recommended by the manurac-

ttJrer,

23, Heat--The product should be situated

away from heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other products (including amplifiers)

that produce heat.

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Precautions

• When the VIEWCAM is not in use,
remember to remove the cassette tape,

turn off the power, and disconnect the
VIEWCAM from the power source.

• Do not aim the lens at the sun.
Do not allow direct sunlight te strike tile

VIEWCAM lens or LCD monitor screen,

whether or not recording is in progress, as it

may damage tile CCD sensor or LCD screen
surface, Be particularly careful when
recording outside.

• When shooting in clark 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 pict_re returns to

normal.

• Avoid magnetic

sources.

Using tile VIEW('AM
near strong fluorescent
lights, motors,

televisions, or other

magnetic sources may adversely affect
recorded images.

• Using the VIEWCAM 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 VIEWCAM to hard
shocks or strong vibrations.
Bumping or striking the unit
during recording will
generate noise in tile
recorded image.

• Avoid placing the

VIEWCAM in close

proximity to lighting

equipment.

The heat from

incandescent lights
may deform tile

VIEWCAM, 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 VIEWCAM at 0°C to +40°0

(32°F to 104°F), and at 30% to 80% relative
humidity. Do not store the unit in an

unventilated car in tile
summer, in direct

heat sources; this can
result in severe d_lmage., I.-_F._x_ ._'..

to the unit casing and _"_;
circuitry.

• Avoid situations where water, sand, dust or

other foreign matter could get on or inside
the VIEWCAM, and do not use or leave

yourVIEWCAM in areas with excessive
smoke, steam or moisture.

Sllch environments can
cal_se maJ[l_nctJor/s or \TJ:,J

cause mildew to term --_:_i_',
on the lenses. Be sure J_ts,_.lr_._,.',,

to keep tile unit in a
well ventilated location.

• Some small, portable
tripods may be difficult to

attach and may not be
sturdy enough to support

your VIEWCAM. Be sure to
use only a strong, stable

tripod.

• When using your VIEWCAM 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 VIEWCAM from

becoming too cold, wrap it in a thick cloth
(a blanket, etc.).

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AC Adapter

• The AC adapter may interfere with reception if
used near a radio,

• Prevent flammables, liquids, and metal
objects from entering the adapter,

• The adapter is a sealed unit. Do not attempt

to open or modify it,

• Do not damage, drop, or sut_ject the adapter

to vibration.

• Do not leave the adapter in direct sunlight.

• Avoid using the adapter in humid or
extremely hot [)laces,

Cleaning

• Many plastic parts are used in tile VIEWCAM
casing. Do not use thinner, benzene or other
strong chemical cleaners. These may cause
discoloration and damage to tile casing,

• Clean tile casing with a soft, dry cloth, if the
casing is particularly dirty wipe the casing

with a tightly wrung cloth dampened with a

diluted, neutral detergent, Then wipe it again

with a soft, dry cloth,

• Use a soft cloth to wipe finger marks and
other soiling off the LCD screen,

• Use a soft cloth, or compressed air and lens
paper designed for photographic lenses to

clean the lens,

LCD Monitor Screen

The VIEWCAM is equipped with a large LCD
monitor screen that allows you to record
scenes while comfortably holding the

camcorder, Tile LCD monitor screen carl be
rotated for easy recording at high or low

angles. It also functions as a handy playback
monitor so you can enjoy what you have just

recorded,

Cautions:

• Do not apply pressure to the screen.

• Do not expose the screen to shocks, as it may
break.

• Do not place the VlEWCAM with the screen
facing down

Note:

• Use a soft cloth to clean the screen,

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Supplied Accessories

s_5

Battery pack

_B%H22rO]

CR2025 type

lithium battery

* Note: The part numbers for the AC adapter and battery pack supplied with this VlEWCAM are valid

only in the U.S,and Latin America, If this VIEWCAM was purchased outside of these areas, the part
numbers may be different, Please refer to the part numbers printed on the labels of the supplied AC

adapter and battery pack,

AC adapter

_UA[)P 0312TAZZ

Shoulcler strap

UBN DS0010TASA

Infrared remote control

RRMCG0085TASA

Lenscap

GCOVH1225TASA

Audio/video cable

QCNW 1448TAZZ

or ©CNW 1295TAZZ

AA battery for

remote control × 2

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Optional Accessories

Standard type

battery pack

B%H22[]

Tdpod adapter

for 180 ° recording

VR 33FAN

Note: The listed model names are for U,S, accessories,

For optional and additional accessories, contact your local dealer, call the Sharp

Accessories and Supply Center at 1-800-642-2122, or visit SHARP's website

(http://www.sharp-usa.com).

Extended type

battery pack

B%H32[] VR 60BFN

Sun hood

Accessory

shoe adapter

VR 30ADN

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Contents

Operation Summary Part Names .......................................................... 3 I

Quick Reference Index ........................................

Warning Indicators ...............................................

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Preparation Inserting and Removing the Battery Pack ........... 7

Charging the Battery Pack ................................... 8

Powering the VIEWCAM [rom an AC Outlet ........... 9

Inserting and Removing a Cassette .................. 10

Installing the Lithium Memory Battery ................ 11

Selecting the Language for the On-screen

Display ............................................................. 12

Setting the Date and Time ................................. 16

Using the Hand Strap and the Lens Cap ........... 17

Attaching the Shoulder Strap ............................. 17

Basic Operations Camera Recording

Easy Camera Recording with Full Auto Mode =,=18

Zooming ............................................................. 19

Tips on Recording Positions .............................. 19

Remaining Recording Time Display .................. 20

Remaining Battery Power Display ..................... 20

Playback

Playback ............................................................ 21

Volume Control ................................................... 21

Watching the Playback on a TV ......................... 22

Video Search ...................................................... 23

Still ...................................................................... 23

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Useful Features

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Advanced Features

Operations or the On-screen Controls

Using the Control Buttons ............................... 24

Selecting the Mode/Menu Screens ................ 24

Adjusting the Menu Settings ........................... 25

Recording the [)ate and Time ............................ 26

Fade In and Fade Out ........................................ 27

Quick Review ..................................................... 28

Quick Return ...................................................... 29

Edit Search ......................................................... 29

Gamma Brightness Compensation .................... 30

Gain-up (Cat's Eye) ............................................ 31

Wide Screen (16:9) ........................................... 32

Macro Shots ....................................................... 32

Removing the Lens Hood .................................. 32

Self Recording ................................................... 33

Setting the VIEWCAM to Full Auto Mode ........... 35

Program Search ................................................. 36

Tape Counter Feature ........................................ 37

Using the Remote Control .................................. 39

Digital Picture Effects ......................................... 40

Scene Menu (Program AE) ................................ 41

Superimposing a Title ........................................ 42

Changing the Preset Titles ................................. 43

Auto/Manual Focus ............................................ 44

White Balance Lock ........................................... 45

Manual Exposure ............................................... 46

Picture/Backlight Adjustments ........................... 47

Gamma Playback ............................................... 48

Turning OFFthe LCD Monitor Backlight .............. 48

Editing ................................................................ 49

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Re_rences UseFul InFormation ..............................................

Demonstration Mode ..........................................

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

Specifications .....................................................

• Guia de operacion rapida en espanol .......................................................... 58

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Part Names

For details on the use or each part, rerer to the page number indicated in the
brackets,

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Microphone

Zoom lens

AU DIO/VI DEOjack

[pp. 22, 49]

DC INjack [pp. 8, 9]

Speakel

When the cassette compartment door is open

Lens hood [p, 32]

Cassette compartment door

[p, 10]

Cassette holder [p, lO]

Shoulder strap loop

[p, 17]

Lithium battery holder
[p. 11]

Cassette compartment door
release [p. 10]

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CHARGE

MENU button-

RECordSTART/STOPbutton[p,18]

LCD monitor screen

[p. 39]

[p, s]

[p, 24]

Operation buttons [p. 24]

DISPLAY button [p, 24]

Telephoto control [p, 19]
VOLume control [p, 21]

F ower Zoom Wide angle/

Shoulder strap
loop [p, 17]

FADE button [p, 27]

-- Hand strap [p, 17]

Power switch (CAM ERA/VC R
select switch) [pp, 18, 21]

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Battery compartment door

[p. 7]

Batterycompartment door release
[p, 7]

Tripod socket

Operation Summary

Quick Reference Index

This index lists some example uses or the VIEWCAM's features.

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• Toquickly check what you havejust recorded.

--See page 28 (Quick Review)

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

• To locate the point on the tape where to begin recording while in Camera mode,

• To record a backlit subject.

--See page 29 (Quick Return)

--See page 29 (Edit Search)

--See page 30 (Gamma Brightness Compensation) or page 46 (Manual
Exposure)

Torecord in a dark or poorly-illuminated location.

--See page 31 (Gain-up)

Torecord yourself while monitoring the shot.

--See page 33 (Self Recording)

Torecord a short video message Forsomebody.

--See page 34 (Self-recording Message)

Tofind the beginning or a recorded scene to be played back.

--See page 36 (Program Search)

Todisplay the elapsed recording or playback time.

--See page 37 (Tape Counter Feature)

Tofocus on an off-centered subject.

--See page 44 (Manual Focus)

To increase the brightness or the subject during playback.

--See page 48 (Gamma Playback)

Warning Indicators

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EJECT THE

CASSETTE.

DEW -DEW-- About 10 seconds after this warning appears, the

BATTERYiS i34TfE fu,,ychargedbatterypack seepage .

TOO LOW. _ -

O _ cleaned (see page 51)

EJECT THE

CASSETTE.

_ _ hours until the dew disappears (see page 51).

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The video cassette is defective and should be
removed (see page 10)

Dew has formed inside the VIEWCAM Wait for a few

VIEWCAM automatically turns off
The battery is almost depleted, Replace it with a

The video heads are clogged and should be

There is no video cassette in the VlEWCAM Insert a

INSERTACASSETTE. CA_SIETITE_.. cassette(seepage10),

CASSETTE NOT . _ _ i _ _ • The eraaure protect tab on the video caasette haa
RECORDABLE. PROTECT. TAB beenslidtotherecordprotectposition,preventing

THE TAPE i_A_PEIEINI_ (seepagelO)

ENDS SOON. _ "

_ _ _ _ _ " recording (see page 53)

The tape is about to end Prepare a new cassette

CHANGE T HE The tape has reached the end Replace it with a

CASSETTE. TAPE END newcassette(seepage10),

In Self Recording mode, all warnings will be

\ __ indicated by _) displayed in the center of the

"'¢" monitor, To check the type of warning, rotate the

monitor back to the normal position

Note: ::: indicates a flashing display

Inserting and Removing the

4 Close the door, pressing it firmly in the

center until it clicks,

Battery Pack

Inserting the Battery Pack

1 Make sure that the Power switch is set

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to OFR

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Removing the Battery Pack

Power switch

2

Slide the battery compartment door

release on the bottom of the VIEWCAM
in the direction of the arrow to open the
battery compartment door.

I _il I compartment

}nsert the battery pack into the com-
partment as shown, and push it in com-

pletely until it locks into place.

Caution:

• Do not force the battery pack into the
battery compartment if it does not go in
easily.

ttery

door release

1 Perform steps 1 and 2 above.

2 Press the battery release as shown to

remove the battery pack.

,_ Battery

Cautions:

• BEFORE REMOVING THE BATTERY PACK,
ALWAYS STOP THE TAPE AND TURN THE

POWER OFF. If you remove the battery pack
during recording or playback, the tape will
remain wound around the video head drum,

potentially causing damage to the tape.

• Make sure the battery compartment door is
closed firmly during operation. If it is not, the

battery pack may fall out or VlEWCAM operation
may fail because of the poor contact pressure.

• Remove the battery pack from the VIEWCAM if
the VlEWCAM will not be used for a long period

of time.

• When removing the battery pack, do not tilt
the VlEWCAM so that the battery compart-

ment faces down.The battery pack may fall

out.

• Do not expose the battery compartment door to

strong force, as it may come off.

• Use only SHARP model BT-H22 or BT-H32

battery packs with this VIEWCAM. Use of other
batteries may present a risk of fire or explosion.

release

Charging the Battery Pack

Power switch

Charging time and maximum continuous
recording and playback times

CHARGE indicator

Insert the battery pack into the VIEWCAM
(see page 7). Make sure that the Power

switch is set to OFR

• The battery pack will not charge when the
Power switch is set to CAMERA or VCR.

2

Insert the AC plug of the AC adapter into a
power outlet.

3

Open the terminal cover on the VlEWCAM
and insert the DC plug of the AC adapter
into the DC IN jack on the VIEWCAM.

• The CHARGE indicator will light up in red.

,__ Terminal cover

OC,Hjac

BT-H22 approx, approx, approx.

BT-H32 approx, approx, approx.

Notes:

• Using the zoom (see page 19) and other

functions or turning the power on and off
frequently will increase power consumption.

This may result in a decrease of more than 50%
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,

• It is recommended that you have enough battery
packs on hand to provide two to three times your
estimated recording time.

• See page 52 for more information on using the
battery pack.

Caution:

• Charge only SHARP model BT-H22 or B%H32
battery packs. Other types of battery packs may
burst, causing personal injury and damage.

3 hr. 1 hr. 35 min. 1 hr. 35 min.

6hr. 3 hr. 10 min. 3 hr. 10 min.

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When the battery is fully charged, the

CHARGE indicator will light up in green.
Remove the DC plug from the VlEWCAM,

and close the terminal cover.

Caution:

• When removk_g the plugs, grasp the plug, not the
cable.

Preparation

Powering the VIEWCAM from

an AC Outlet

Caution:

• The supplied AC adapter is specially designed
for use with this VIEWCAM, and should not be

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Power switch

1

Insert the AC plug of the AC adapter into
a power outlet.

2

Make sure that the Power switch is set

to OFF.

3

Open the terminal cover and insert the
DC plug of the AC adapter into the DC

IN jack on the VlEWCAM.

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Cautions:

• BEFORE REMOVING THE DC PLUG, ALWAYS

STOP THE TAPE AND TURN THE POWER OFF.

If you remove the DO plug during recording or
playback, the tape will remain wound around the

video head drum, potentially causing damage to
the tape.

• Remove the DC plug from the VIEWCAM if you
will not use the VlEWCAM for a long period of
time.

• When removing the plugs, grasp the plug, not
the cable.

Note:

• Close the terminal cover after use.

DC IN jack

To power
outlet

4

Hold down the Lock m_.
button and slide the OFF

Power switch to _!'
CAMERA or VCR.

VCR

Lock button

Inserting and Removing a
Cassette

Inserting a Cassette

Supply power to the VlEWCAM, then

slide the release and open the cassette
compartment door.

• The cassette holder extends and opens
automatically.

2 Insert the cassette fully with the window

facing outwards, and with the erasure

protect tab facing upwards.

Erasure protect tab

\

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 the center 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 PUSH mark to close it.

• Do not tilt the VlEWCAM 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
VIEWCAM for a long period of time.

• If you do not correctly close the cassette holder
in step 3, the VlEWCAM's cassette protection

mechanism might eject the cassette. If this
happens, repeat the insertion procedure.

• Do not attempt to pick up the VIEWCAM 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 53 for more information on the video
cassette tapes for use with this VIEWCAM.

10

Preparation

Installing the Lithium
Memory Battery

The supplied lithium battery is used to store the

memory of the date and time settings.

Slide the cassette compartment door
release and open the cassette

compartment door.

Note: The cassette holder will extend and

open when the VlEWCAM is connected to a

power source. Be sure to close the cassette
holder before proceeding to the next step
(see page 10).

2

Pull out the lithium battery holder using
a pointed object such as the tip of a

ballpoint pen.

5 Close the cassette compartment door by

pressing the center until it clicks into
place.

Removing the Lithium Battery

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

Note:

• Replace the battery with a new CR2025 battery
when the date and time indicator starts to fall
behind the correct time.

Notes on the Use of the Lithium
Battery

REPLACE BATTERY WITH TOSHIBA,
MATSUSHITA OR HITACHI MAXELL TYPE

CR2025 ONLY. USE OF A DIFFERENT
BATTERY MAY PRESENT A RISK OF FIRE OR

EXPLOSION.

KEEPTHIS BATTERYAWAY FROM
CHILDREN. IF SWALLOWED, CONSULT A
PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY FOR EMERGENCY

TREATMENT.

I_F_[_IT_I BATTERYMAY EXPLODE IF MIS-

USED OR INSTALLED WITH POLARITY
REVERSED. DO NOT RECHARGE, DISAS-

SEMBLE OR DISPOSE OF IN FIRE.

Lithium battery holder

Insert the lithium battery
into the battery holder with . _

the + side of the battery
facing the _) side of the

holder.

4 Push the battery holder back

into position.

11

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

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

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

_, mark

Selecting the Language for

the On-screen Display

This VIEWCAM allows you to choose from

among English, French or Spanish for the on-
screen display language.

Power switch

Changing the Language

1 In Recording Standby mode, press the

MENU button until _ appears.

2 Press the PAGE (PAGE or PAGINA)

button ( II ) to display MENU 1.

3

Press the _" or A button (1) to select
"LANGUAGE" ("LANGUE" or "IDIOMA"),

then press the SET (REGLAGE or
AJUSTE) button (_,+) (2).

• Tile language selection screen appears.

MENU button

Operation buttons

Setting the Language

When using tile VIEWCAM for tile first time,

select the desired language for the on-screen
display by performing the procedure below.

LANGUAGE

>ENGLISH

oFRANgAIS
,ESPANOL

Lock button

Hold down the Lock
button and slide the

Power switch to
CAMERA.

• The language selection
screen appears.

2

Press the ,i- or A button (_,4 or _) (1)

to select the desired language, then

press the SET (REGLAGE or AJUSTE)
button (>._) (2).

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4

Press the v or A button (_,4 or _ ) (1)
to select the desired language, then

press the AJUSTE (SET or REGLAGE)
button (_),_) (2).

• The menu screen is displayed in the
language selected.

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5 Press the DISPLAY button to turn off the

menu screen.

Note:

• The operation procedures in the following
sections of this operation manual are based

on the use of on-screen displays in English.

ISAM.IRA_.

12

Preparation

English On-screen Displays

The following on-screen displays appear when "ENGLISH" is selected as the on-screen

display language (see page 12).

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Camera Mode

CAMERA

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13 Note: See pages 24 and 25 for the procedure to display the desired screen.

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