Sharp VL-H410X Operation Manual

SHARP,

SHARP

LIQUID CRYSTAL VIDEO CAMERA

OPERATION MANUAL

Before using this VIEWCAM, please read this manual

carefully, especially page 2.

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PAL

WARNING:

This Camcorder must be supplied with D.C. 3.6 the AC adaptor

CAUTION: As there are no user-serviceable parts inside the Camcorder or AC adaptor, do NOT remove their cabinets as touching parts inside could result in electric shock. Please refer servicing to a qualified dealer or a Camcorder service centre approved by Sharp.

This

VIEWCAM

using other VCRs or audio dubbing cannot be played back on this unit.

Your

VIEWCAM

programmes prerecorded in LP mode.

If you record on a tape on which PCM sound has already been recorded, the audio track of the new

VIEWCAM

VCR. If this occurs, set the VCR’s audio monitor select switch to the “STANDARD” position.

NOTE

This

VIEWCAM

The LCD Panel comprises of 89622 TFT Transistors. Due to the high density of transistors, it is possible that some pixels may fail. The Pixel appear on the screen like blue-, red-, green- or black dots. Please note that this has no effect on the

(UADP-019OGEZZ)

does not have a PCM recording or playback function. PCM recording made

is designed to record in SP mode only. It will not perform normal playback for

recording may not come out when the tape is played back on a PCM-capable

is a high technology product.

VIEWCAM

functions.

or the optional

volts only from a

VR-41OCHNR-410CA

BT-U

car adaptor.

or BT-l.11 battery,

But after enjoying the top quality and

high

performance of this Sharp

VIEWCAM,

you’ll know you were right.

The purchase of this tion manual to get the most out of your Sharp have any trouble during operation

VIEWCAM

will further enhance your home video enjoyment. Before operating, please read this opera-

VIEWCAM.

FREE-ANGLE SHOOTING AND INSTANT REPLAY WITH 10.2 cm COLOUR LCD MONITOR AND BUILT-IN SPEAKER

EASY TV/VCR CONNECTION AND CONTINUOUS CHARGING WITH VIEWCAMPORT UNIT

16x DIGITAL ZOOM (OPTICAL 8x POWER ZOOM)

DIGITAL 2x QUICK ZOOM (2x EXTEND ZOOM)

DIGITAL IMAGE

DIGITAL STILL/STROBE/SNAP RECORDING

Hi-Fi STEREO SOUND

NEURO AUTO EXPOSURE

DIGITAL AUTO WHITE BALANCE

DIGITAL FULL RANGE AUTO FOCUS

INFRARED REMOTE CONTROL

Important:

Copying such material without permission of the relevant

ltcensees

Sharp is not in a position to authorize the recording of copyright works and nothing In this operation manual should be read or implled at giving that authority

or owners of the copyright is prohibtted by law

STABILIZATION

Also, please save tt for future reference, since it

14 PROGRAM SEARCH/QUICK RETURN

15BACKLIGHT COMPENSATION 161/10000, l/4000, l/1000, l/250, l/120,

STANDARD

l/50-SECOND

SWITCHABLE SPEED ELECTRONIC SHUTTER FOR BLUR-FREE STILL IMAGES

17 FADE IN AND FADE OUT 18FLYING ERASE HEAD FOR EDITING 19 EDIT SEARCH 20 WARNING INDICATORS - LOW BATTERY, LOW

LIGHT, TAPE END, ETC.

21 3-WAY POWER SOURCE: AC, RECHARGEABLE

BATTERY AND CAR BATTERY (WITH OPTIONAL VR-410CH or VR-410CA)

Power Supply:

This unit can be operated by connecting it to adaptor, battery pack or optional car battery adaptor/ charger. The AC adaptor incorporates the AUTO AGE (1 IO-240V AC,

50/60

Hz) function.

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be useful tf you

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the AC

FEATURES PRECAUTIONS..

PART NAMES ........................................

MONITOR DISPLAY.. ........................

DISPLAY LOCATIONS

WARNING INDICATOf%.

PREPARATION

lNSTALLlNG THE MEMORY BACKUP BATTERY. lNSTALLlNG

REMOTE CONTROL..

USlNG

CHARGING ON THE VIEWCAMPORT UNIT. POWERING THE USING THE CAR BATTERY ADAPTOR/BATTERY

CHARGER (OPTIONAL ACCESSORY) INSERTING AND REMOVING A BATTERY PACK INSERTING AND REMOVING A CASSETTE SETTING THE DATE AND TIME WORLD CLOCK PICTURE/VOLUME/BACKLIGHT ADJUSTMENTS ATTACHING THE SHOULDER STRAP USING THE HAND STRAP..

BASIC OPERATIONS

CAMERA RECORDING

EASY CAMERA RECORDING WITH FULL AUTO ZOOMING. DIGITAL 2x QUICK ZOOM (EXTEND ZOOM). AUTO/MANUAL FOCUS QUICK RETURN.. EDIT SEARCH TIPS ON RECORDING

HlNTS

RECORDING THE DATE AND TlME. REMAINING TAPE AND BATTERY TURNING OFF THE LCD MONITOR BACKLIGHT

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THE BATTERY IN THE

THE AC ADAPTOR/BATTERY CHARGER

VIEWCAM

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PROGRAM SEARCH..

VIDEO SEARCH

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SLOW TAPE COUNTER FEATURE USING THE INFRARED REMOTE CONTROL..

USEFUL FEATURES FOR CAMERA RECORDING.

SELF RECORDING USING THE DIGITAL IMAGE STABILIZATION (DIS)

FEATURE.

RECORDING A FIVE-SECOND STILL IMAGE

(SNAPSHOT RECORDING). STILL AND STROBE RECORDING BACKLIGHT COMPENSATION (BLC) GAIN-UP (CAT’S EYE) WHITE BALANCE LOCK. HIGH-SPEED SHUTTER.. MACRO SHOTS FADE IN AND FADE OUT WIDE SCREEN..

LIGHTING..

CONNECTIONS FOR PLAYBACK

CONNECTION TO TV VIA CONNECTION TO TV VIA VCR USING THE AV PACK (OPTIONAL ACCESSORY). CONNECTION TO TV WITHOUT

AUDIO/VIDEO JACKS.

EDITING

EDITING RECORDING FROM AN EXTERNAL SOURCE

FLUORESCENT LAMP BACKLIGHT

REPLAClNG THE FLUORESCENT LAMP BACKLIGHT

BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE.. SPECIFICATIONS..

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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

Dew will gradually form on the head drum of your

VIEWCAM

head. This causes damage both to the head and the tape. Recording and playback may not function properly. Dew is likely to form in the following circumstances: *when moving the

a warm place,

is then heated rapidly,

*when moving the

conditioned room,

l when placing the

air blowing from an air conditioner,

when placing the

How to prevent trouble due to dew formation.

When using the formation is likely to occur, allow the and the video cassette to acclimate to the surroundings for about one hour. For example, when bringing the after skiing, place it in a plastic bag and allow it to adapt to room conditions for some period of time.

and make the video cassette stick to the

VIEWCAM

when placing the

VIEWCAM

VIEWCAM.

from a cold place to

VIEWCAM

in a cold room which

outdoors from an air

in the direct path of

in a humid room.

in a place where dew

VIEWCAM

indoors

“Dew” warning feature

If dew forms, the word “DEW” flashes on the LCD monitor, and the power will

autQmatically

turn off in

approximately 10 seconds.

If the word “DEW” flashes on the LCD monitor,

remove the video cassette, leave the cassette compartment open, and wait several hours to allow the

VIEWCAM

to acclimate to the

surrounding temperature.

To use the

VIEWCAM

again, turn on the power after waiting for several hours. Be sure that the word “DEW” has disappeared from the monitor.

Do not insert a video cassette while the word

“DEW” is flashing; this may result in damage to the tape.

Since dew forms gradually, it may take 10 to 15

minutes until the word “DEW” appears on the monitor

How to continually maintain good recording

If used in a variety of places, eventually your

VIEWCAM

may not function properly due to

accumulation of dirt on the head drum. Please pay

special attention to the following points when using

your

VIEWCAM.

Dew formation on the head drum.

2) Worn video cassettes: Using a damaged or soiled video cassette may also soil the head drum, causing the picture to be blurred or nothing to be recorded on the video cassette. Do not use such a video cassette

VIEWCAM

use in a humid or dusty place. Use in extremely humid or dusty places may cause damage to your

VIEWCAM.

When the video heads become clogged.

Plasiic

bag

Be sure to tightly seal the plastic bag containing

the

VIEWCAM.

Remove the bag when the air temperature

Using the

dirty may cause the head to clog, producing noise on the recorded image or preventing the image from being recorded at all.

Under such circumstances, contact the nearest

VIEWCAM

when the video cassette is

inside it reaches the temperature of the SHARP service centre or your dealer for further surroundings.

advice.

(Video head cleaning can be easily done by using

a commercially available cleaning tape. However,

excessive use of the cleaning tape may also cause

damage to the video heads. Please read the

instructions accompanying the cleaning tape

carefully, before using it.)

,./’

USE 81 CARE

@After

operation, remove the battery pack from

the unit.

*Do

not aim the lens at the sun.

Do not allow direct sunlight to strike the

lens or LCD panel, whether recording is in

progress or not, as it may damage the CCD sensor

or LCD panel 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 camera in a different direction until the picture returns to normal.

Avoid magnetic sources.

Using the motors, televisions, or other magnetic sources may adversely affect recorded images.

Remember to remove the video cassette, turn

VIEWCAM

near strong fluorescent lights,

off the power, and remove the battery pack when the

VIEWCAM

is not in use.

VIEWCAM

Watch the temperature and humidity.

You can use your

VIEWCAM

at 0°C to

+4O”C,

and

at 35% 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’s casing and circuitry. Be careful when handling the unit after it

has been left in a hot place, such as the ones described above.

*Avoid situations where water, sand, dust or

other foreign matter could get on or inside the

VIEWCAM.

Such substances could cause

malfunctions.

Do not use your smoke or steam.

Do not leave your excessive dust or moisture. Such environments can cause mildew to form on this unit’s lenses. Be sure to provide ample ventilation.

VIEWCAM

in areas with excessive

in areas with

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

hard shocks or strong vibrations. Bumping or striking the unit during recording will generate noise in the recorded image.

VIEWCAM

Some small, portable tripods may be diff icuit to attach and may not be sturdy enough to support your

VIEWCAM.

Be sure to use only a

strong, stable tripod.

When you use the some other cold environments, the

VIEWCAM

at a ski resort or in

VIEWCAM

may chill down enough that its LCD monitor screen is less bright than normal for a while after it is turned on. This is not a malfunction. If this occurs, put the

VIEWCAM

in a warmer location for some time before use. To prevent excessive cooling, wrap the

VIEWCAM

in a thick

cloth (a blanket, etc.).

CARE

Cleaning and maintenance

*Many plastic parts are used in the

cleaners. These may cause

*Clean

the casing with a soft, dry cloth. If the casing is particularly dirty, wipe the casing with a tightly wrung

VIEWCAM

discoloration

casing. Do not use thinners, benzenes or other strong chemical

and damage to the casing.

cloth dampened with a diluted, neutral detergent. Then wipe it again with a soft, dry cloth.

.Use the supplied cleaning cloth to wipe finger marks and other soiling off the LCD monitor and lens

protector. Or, use the optional cleaning kit to clean the lens protector even better.

@If

the lens needs cleaning, first remove the lens protector by turning it anti-clockwise. Then clean the lens

with the supplied cleaning cloth, the optional cleaning kit, or compressed air and lens papers designed for

photographic lenses.

BATTERY PACK

This

VIEWCAM

uses a lithium-ion type battery pack.

It is not necessary to store the lithium-ion battery pack in a full-discharged state. Also, if stored in the charged state, the battery will self-discharge naturally, resulting in decrease recording time. Charge the battery pack soon (a day) before use.

Battery pack consumption

l Recording with many starts and stops, frequent

zooming, and recording in low temperatures will

somewhat shorten actual recording times.

Accordingly, be sure to turn off the power when not

recording. Use of an auxiliary battery pack is recommended to prevent undesirable interruptions in your recording.

l Do not use an insufficiently charged or weak

battery pack. Such battery packs may cause the power to automatically stop during

VIEWCAM

operation.

Note:

Please use the SHARP They are designed specifically for use with this

VIEWCAM.

BT-L1

BT-L1 1

battery packs.

How to use the marker on the battery pack

The marker is provided to indicate the battery’s charge condition. Slide the switch to indicate the battery charge condition as follows:

Position

Charge conditions

Temperature during charging

*Store

the battery pack in a dry, cool place.

l Charge the battery pack at temperature of

10°C to

30°C.

For long battery lifetime

*Charge the battery pack (lithium-ion type) at least

once every six months.

l Do not leave the battery pack being charged for

long periods of time.

Cautions:

l If the battery pack is misused, there is danger of fire or

explosion. Pay close attention to the followlng:

Do not dispose of in fire.

Do not short-circuit the terminal by metallic contact.

Do not disassemble or repair yourself.

Do not use any battery charger other than those designed for this battery pack.

Do not place the battery pack under direct sunlight or

5. in excessively hot places (over 60%) such as the

dash board of cars.

Do not expose to moisture, water or sea water.

Do not drop or subject to strong force Keep the battery pack out of reach of children and in

onginal package until ready to use.

Dtspose

of used batteries promptly.

l The battery pack will become warm during charging and

use. This IS normal and not a malfunction.

l The battery pack has a limited service life. If the period of

use becomes noticeably shorter with a normal charge, this indicates the end of the battery pack’s service life. Replace it with a new battery pack.

l For safety, keep the battery pack in its protective cover

when It is not being used. If the metal parts of the battery pack come tn contact with other metal items, there IS a danger that a short circuit may occur.

. Do not carry the battery in your pocket or a bag together

with metal objects (keys, coins, jewelry, etc).

l Do not insert objects (metal etc.) into the battery

compartment of this product or into the rechargeable battery. Do not get the terminals dirty If the rechargeable terminals are dirty, the operating time may be shortened or it may not be possible to charge the battery.

VIDEO CASSETTE TAPES

To protect recordings against erasure

When a previously recorded video cassette is used again for

recording, the previously recorded material is erased. To protect a recording against accidental erasure, slide the tab on the video cassette to cover the hole. (A red mark will

be exposed.) To record again, slide the tab to open the hole. Notes:

l Do not insert anything into the erasure-protection hole in the

video cassette.

Only use those video cassettes with the

l Do not

l Do not store or place your video cassettes in direct sunlight, near l Do not keep video cassettes near magnetic objects as they may

l Uneven tape winding will damage the video cassettes. If the video

put

cassette heaters, or in places with excessive moisture or dust erase the recording

Do not drop or subject the

anything into the holes on the bottom of the vtdeo

video cassettes

cassette is not properly wound, reinsert it In the

rewind

the

l Store the video cassettes in their cases and stand them on edge

tape.

)i[i

or the

mark.

to excessive shocks.

VIEWCAM

and

Using Your

VIEWCAM

Abroad

Television system signals and electrical system voltages and frequencies vary substantially from country to country When you are abroad, please check the sections below before using the AC adaptor or connecting the

VIEWCAM

to a TV.

The AC adaptor is compatible with 50 Hz and 60 Hz electrical systems in the range of 110 V to 240 V AC

This

can be used with 12 V and 24 V negative-ground cars only. Do not use it with positive-ground electrical

systems.

In any country, you can always watch the video picture by using the LCD monitor. However, if you want to watch the picture on a TV screen, the TV must be PAL system compatible. PAL is used in the following countries: Germany, Great Britain, Sweden, Denmark, Austria, Belgium, Switzerland, Italy, Spain, Holland, Finland, Portugal, Norway, Hong Kong, Thailand, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Kuwait, China, etc.

Cover

RETURN/SEARCH button

[26, 321

PICTURE/ VOLUME bu

PHONES (Headphone) jack PLUG IN POWER

Krophone

jack (See below)

VCR

VCR mode

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AERA, f

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Rewind/Reverse Search button

131,

32,331

a *’

Play button

[311

Fast Forward/ Forward Search button

[31, ?2,3?] [3’1

Zoom button REC START/STOP button

SNAP/EXTEND button STILL/STROBE button DIS button

Operate switch (CAMERA/VCR select)

Photoreceptor LAMP OFF indicator

MODE DISPLAY

stop bittoo ’

[23]

[38]

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Pause/Still

1‘ by!ton [33B 5oj

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/ ‘.,

[30]

[25]

[22]

[24, 381

[39]

[22, 311

directly related to

e MENU button,

r&cording

PICTUFWVCXUME butt%,

and playback

ER button is pressed

*About the PLUG IN POWER MIC Jack

This external microphone jack outputs a DC voltage of 4.0 V. It is for use with the optional accessory or the microphone supplied with the sports case optional accessory for this use of other types of microphones may result in damage to the microphone or the

VR-1MC

stereo microphone

VIEWCAM.

The

Record START/STOP

VIEWCAM securing lever VIEWCAM release button

AC adaptor release button

LED-lamp window

Power Zoom Telephoto/Wide control buttons

button

PLAY

Rewind/Reverse Search

STOP

VOLUME down

button

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Notes:

l To use the infrared remote control, make sure that the

remote control menu item (“REMOTE”) is set to “ON” The remote control cannot be used to operate the when this item IS set to “OFF” See page 36

The REC START/STOP button on the remote control has no effect when the VCR.

PAUSE/STILL button

Fast Forward/Forward Search button

SLOW button

VOLUME up button

VIEWCAM’s

Operate switch is set to

VIEWCAM

DISPLAY LOCATIONS

Hi8 indicator

World clock/Summer time indicator

Picture/Volume adjustment indicators

Remaining recording time indicator

Note:

Only the date/time indicators are recorded on the tape along

Backlight-off indicators

Date/Time

Clogged heads warning

Low battery/Dew warnings-+

FULL AUTO

indicators-

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Zoom indicators

Tape warnings

indicator-

, ,

with

Recording mode indicators

II-_-__

0 > > i i 5 (Continuous flashing)

1-11

rExtended

zoom display

--Fade

--Large-character warning

J---Tape counter display

--Recording/playback

the subject.

The

VIEWCAM

Standby mode, and is not recording

Lighting (LIGHT)/Backlight

compensation

DIS

indicator/EDIT indicators

indicators

displays/Quick Return Indicators

related button indicators are normally displayed In white. They are displayed in green when selected functions are operating. The functions of each button are further explained on later pages.

is In Recording

Recording

(a)/Gain-up

operatlon-

(au ‘)I

WARNING INDICATORS

Except for the “CHANGE THE CASSETTE.” warning, the backlight warning, and warnings during Self Recording mode, the indicators light in large characters for the first 3 seconds, and then blink in regular-size characters.

DEW

INSERT

A CASSETTE.

CASSETTE NOT RECORDABL

THE TAPE

ENDS SOON.

CHANGE THE

CASSETTE.

-$A$S:E~TF-

-$~$(E$T:. (A$

-Tj t E: (ND-

TAPE END

The video cassette IS defective and should be removed.

Dew has formed the dew disappears (see page 2). About 10 seconds after this warning appears, the power is turned off, and the display goes off too

The battery is almost depleted Replace it with a fully charged battery

The video heads are clogged and should be cleaned (see page 2)

There is no video cassette in the Load a video cassette

The red erasure prevention tab In the video cassette has been slid to the record-protect position, preventing recording.

The tape is about to end. Get ready to load a new video cassette The tape has reached its end

Load a new video cassette The fluorescent lamp behind the LCD monitor is close to the end

of its service life Replace it with a new one (see page 51) The LCD monitor turns off about 1 minute after this warning IS displayed.

During Self Recording mode, every warning indicator is replaced by a

“@”

check the meaning of the warning, rotate the monitor back to the normal

positlon.

instde

the

VIEWCAM

indicator displayed in the centre of the monitor. To

Wait for a few hours

VIEWCAM’s

VIEWCAM.

until

INSTALLING THE MEMORY

BACKUP BATTERY

The lithium battery is used to back up the calendar and other memory functions.

Slide the OPEN release in the direction of the

arrow and open the cassette compartment door. Holding the LCD monitor side towards you,

rotate the lens section vertical to the monitor section.

Remove the lithium battery compartment cover in

the direction of the arrow.

Insert the lithium battery firmly into place with the

+ side facing out. Be sure that the + and - poles are correctly

oriented.

Reattach the cover firmly

Rotate the lens section and return it to the normal position

REPLACE BATTERY WITH SHARP TYPE CR2025 (PART NO. ENERGYTEC TYPE CR2025 ONLY. USE OF A DIFFERENT BATTERY MAY PRESENT A RISK OF FIRE OR EXPLOSION.

CHILDREN. IF SWALLOWED, CONSULT A

PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY FOR EMERGENCY

TREATMENT.

MISTREATED OR INSTALLED WITH POLARITY REVERSED DO NOT RECHARGE, DISASSEMBLE OR DISPOSE OF IN FIRE

UBATL0004TAZZ)

KEEP THIS BATTERY AWAY FROM

BATTERY MAY EXPLODE IF

unttl

it clicks into place

OR SONY

Cautions:

l If the

Irthtum

VIEWCAM

. Do not

battery

l Should the battery leak,

clean and

Notes:

l The

other memory

l The battery will last one year of normal usage

l Replace the battery

VIEWCAM

battery is installed

will not turn on.

short-circutt,

lrthrum

time indicator starts to fall behind correct time

recharge, disassemble or heat the

Insert

a new battery.

battery is used to back up the calendar and

functtons.

with

polanty reversed, the

wrpe

the battery compartment

a new CR2025 cell when the

INSTALLING THE BATTERY IN

THE REMOTE CONTROL

Open the lid of the battery compartment by sliding it out with an object such as a slotted screwdriver.

Install the supplied CR2025 lithium battery with the + side facing upward.

Replace the lid by sliding it in the direction of the arrow.

AC adaptor/battery charger (UADP-0 1

SOGEZZ)

Use the sdpplled

out

cable to power the

VIEWCAM from the AC

adaptor

2 m DC

OPERATE indicator

Lights

to indicate that the AC power cord is connected to a

love

power outlet

CHARGE indicator

Charging the Battery Pack

USING THE AC ADAPTOR/ BATTERY CHARGER

Precautions:

l If used near a radio, the AC adaptor/battery charger may

interfere with reception.

l Prevent flammables, liquids, and metal objects from

entering the

l This is a sealed unit. Do not attempt to open or modify it. l Do not damage, drop, or subject the unit to vibration. l Do not leave the unit in direct sunlight. l Avoid using the unit in humid or extremely hot places. l If the power source becomes disconnected during

recording, playback, or other operations, the tape will remain wrapped around the drum, possibly causing

damage to the tape.

Reconnect the power source to the main unit

immediately.

unit.

if the DC OUT cable is connected to the AC adaptor/battery charger, disconnect it. Insert the AC plug into a wall outlet.

*The OPERATE indicator will light up.

CHARGE indicators and charging time

Charging time using AC adaptor/battery charger

BT-L 1

BT-L1

90 minutes approx. 120 minutes approx.

Align the V mark on the side of the battery

pack with the A mark on the charger, and

guide the battery pack into the groove.

Pressing the battery pack, slide it in the direction of the arrow until it locks into place.

When the

battery pack is charged, all three CHARGE indicators will light up. Remove the battery pack and then pull the AC plug out of the wall outlet.

Notes:

l It is normal for the battery pack and charger to warm up

during charging. This is not a malfunction.

l Charging time depends on the ambient temperature and

the condition of the battery pack

Cautions:

l Charge only SHARP model

packs Other types of battenes may burst, causing personal injury and damage

l The battery used in

rise in surface temperature and/or the release of

flammable vapors.

Do not incinerate or mutilate. Replace battery with

and BT-L1 1 only. Use of another battery may present a

risk of fire or explosion.

BT-L1

thus

device may present the

1 battery

nsk

of a

BT-L1

EWCAM

securing

lever

adaptor

CHARGING ON THE

VIEWCAMPORT

If the

VIEWCAM

the battery pack in the automatically and continuously. The ViewCamport unit keeps your to operate at any time.

Attach the AC adaptor to the ViewCamport unit and insert the AC plug into a wall outlet.

Insert the battery pack in the

page 14.)

l Make sure that the Operate switch is set to

OFF, otherwise charging is not possible when

the

Attach the with the LCD monitor facing the LED lamp window side.

Slide

ViewCamport unit in the direction of the arrow to the lock position. Charging starts automatically.

The charge indicator will not light up in this case

The

fully charge.

is attached to the ViewCamport unit,

VIEWCAM

the

VIEWCAM secunng lever.on

BT-L1

battery will take about 10 hours to

UNIT

VIEWCAfy’l

is in the VCR or CAMERA mode

to the ViewCamport

can be charged

VIEWCAM

VIEWCAM.

ViewCamport’s

the

ready

(See

unit

LED lamp window

Turn off the

VIEWCAM’s

power.

Removing the

VIEWCAM

from the

ViewCamport Unit

Press the

VIEWCAM.

Note:

If the the battery pack inside will naturally discharge even after it has been fully charged We recommend you place the it is not in use.

Cautions:

l Do not use excessive force with the

ViewCamport unit. Doing so may cause damage or malfunction.

l Do not move the ViewCamport unit by lifting the

VIEWCAM

unit.

VIEWCAM

while it is still attached to the ViewCamport

release button and remove the

removed from

on the ViewCamport unit even when

the ViewCamport unit,

VIEWCAM

wrth

time,

and/or

Charging Two Battery Packs Successively

You can charge two battery packs successively with

the ViewCamport unit.

Insert the first battery pack in the

attach the (See above

Attach the second battery pack to the AC

adaptor/battery charger as shown at left.

The battery pack on the AC adaptor/battery

charger will be charged first and then the

battery pack in the

The charge level of the battery pack in the

VIEWCAM

setting it to Camera or VCR mode.

VIEWCAM

to the ViewCamport unit.

)

VIEWCAM

can be monitored by removing the from the ViewCamport unit and

VIEWCAM

will be charged.

and

Note:

Charging the battery pack In the ViewCamport AC adaptor. If you are In a hurry, we recommend you use the AC adaptor.

unit

will take longer than charging by the

VIEWCAM

on the

Removing the AC Adaptor from the

ViewCamport Unit

Press the AC adaptor release button and pull out the adaptor.

POWERING THE

VIEWCAM

FROM AN AC OUTLET

Plug the DC cable of the connecting plate

(supplied with the AC adaptpr) into the DC OUT

jack on the AC adaptor.

Mount the connecting plate on the bottom of the

VIEWCAM.

Insert the AC plug into a wall outlet.

l The OPERATE indicator on the AC adaptor will

light up.

Caution:

DC cable

The supplied AC adaptor/battery charger 0190GEZZ) is specially designed for use with the

VIEWCAM

other camcorders

It should not be used as a power supply for

(UADP-

USING THE CAR BATTERY ADAPTOR/BATTERY CHARGER

(OPTIONAL ACCESSORY)

Insert the plug into the cigarette lighter socket

’

Connecting plate

To cigarette lighter socket

DC cable

(supplied)

VR-41bCH

(opttonal accessory)

and the OPERATE indicator will light up.

Plug the DC cable from the connecting plate

(supplied) into the DC OUT jack on the car

battery adaptor/battery charger.

Mount the connecting plate on the bottom of the

VIEWCAM.

The battery pack can be charged using the car battery adaptor/battery charger in basically the same manner as the AC adaptor/battery charger (see page 11).

Note:

If you power the extended period of

restartrng

charged car battery has a capacity of 50 ampere-hours, which will allow 20 hours of leaving half the battery’s capacity

VIEWCAM

the engine may be difficult. An average

from the car battery for an

ttme,

the battery will be drained and

VIEWCAM

usage while still

fully-

Cautions:

l Do not put the strong force to the DC cable connected to

the

VIEWCAM

l Use in with 12 V or 24 V DC negative ground system

cars

Posttive-ground car batteries CANNOT BE USED. Check your car operation manual or consult a local car dealer

l Charge only SHARP model

packs Other battery types may burst,

intury

and damage

l The battery used

rtse

in surface temperature and/or the release of flammable vapors. Do not and

BT-L1

risk of fire or explosion

as this will cause a malfunction.

BT-L1

battery

caustng

tn thts

device may present the risk of a

incrnerate

or mutilate. Replace battery with BT-L1

only. Use of another battery may present a

personal

INSERTING AND REMOVING THE BATTERY PACK

Inserting

Pull up the battery compartmknt latch on the bottom of the clockwise to open the battery compartment.

Insert the battery pack into the compartment and push it until it clicks into the notch.

Close the cover and turn the latch clockwise to secure it firmly.

Removing

Pull up the battery compartment latch on the bottom of the clockwise to open the battery compartment.

VIEWCAM

and turn it counter-

Press the notch, tilt the

VIEWCAM

so the opening

faces down and remove the battery pack.

Close the cover and turn the latch firmly clockwise to secure it.

Battery pack handling

Make sure that you take enough battery packs with you to provide two to three times your estimated recording time.

Recording time will be reduced in cold weather The battery will drain in the Recording Standby

mode. Turn off the power if you will not be

recording again soon.

Cautions:

l Do not expose the battery compartment cover to strong

force, as it may come off.

l If you remove the battery pack durrng recording or

playback, the tape will remain wound around the head drum and may be damaged.

BEFORE REMOVING THE BATTERY PACK, ALWAYS STOP THE TAPE AND TURN THE POWER OFF Should the power source (battery or adaptor) become disconnected during immediately.

l Remove the battery pack from the

dtsconnect the ViewCamport unit If the

long time.

. Be sure to close the battery compartment cover firmly,

especially during operations If not, the battery pack may come off or poor contact pressure.

VIEWCAM

operatron,

VIEWCAM

operation may fail because of the

reconnect it again

from the AC adaptor or

VIEWCAM

will not be used for a

vrdeo

INSERTING AND REMOVING A CASSETTE

Inserting a Cassette

Slide the OPEN release to open the cassette

compartment door. Press the EJECT button.

l The cassette compartment extends

automatically.

Insert the video cassette with the window facing

outward.

l Make sure that the red projection is set to

OPEN and that there is no slack in the tape.

Press the “PUSH” mark until the compartment

clicks into place.

l The cassette compartment retracts

automatically. (Do not force the compartment to close and avoid catching your fingers as the compartment closes.) Do not turn the

VIEWCAM

Close the compartment door by pressing its

power on or off at this time.

centre until the cover clicks into place.

l Make sure that the cassette compartment has

properly retracted before closing the door.

Removing a Cassette

Slide the OPEN release to open the cassette

compartment door.

Press the EJECT button to extend the cassette compartment.

Take out the cassette.

The cassette compartment retracts, then close

the compartment door.

Cautions:

l Do not try to close the door while the cassette

compartment is being extended or retracted.

l Be careful not to get your fingers caught in the cassette

compartment.

l Do not apply force to the cassette compartment except

when pressing the “PUSH” mark to close it.

l Do not tilt the

video cassette is being inserted or removed, this may damage the video cassette.

l Remove the video cassette if the

used for a long time.

l If you do not press the cassette compartment closed

correctly in step 4 above, the protectron mechanism might eject the cassette. Repeat the Insertion procedure.

l Do not attempt to lift the

compartment door.

To protect recordings from accidental erasure

Slide

the red profection on the vrdeo cassette in the

direction of the arrow To record on the tape again, slide the red projection in

the reverse directton.

VIEWCAM

until

or hold it upside-down when a

VIEWCAM

VIEWCAM’s

VIEWCAM

the red indicator IS visible

by the cassette

will not be

cassette

DATE/T 1 ME

: ;:gcy

bAREA

SUMR TIME

SETT I NG

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StD(EY:-

1.1994

12:00 AM

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12:Od

6;:1'9&-

12:00 A'M'

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MENU 1

OFF

DATEtTI

OFF

SETTING THE DATE AND TIME

Example:

Setting the date to 2 June 1995 (2. 6. 1995) and the time to

IO:30

am (IO:30 AM) in Sydney.

Notes:

l Check that the memory backup lithium battery has been

tnstalled

before setting the date and time.

l The date and time, once set, are stored in memory.

Set the Operate switch to CAMERA.

Press the MENU button to display MENU 1.

If MENU 2 is displayed, press the PAGE button

(0)

to get MENU 1 on the monitor.

Press the V or A button to select AREA.

Press the SET button until “11:SYDNEY”

appears.

See the Time Zone Chart on page 19 for time zone numbers and representative city for each zone.

Press the v or A button to move the F pointer

to “SETTING”, and then press the SET button.

(At this time, “1 .l

with the

l When the memory backup is not operating,

Press the v or A button to select “2. ” (day), and press the SET button.

Press the v or A button to select “6.” (month), and press the SET button.

Press the v or A button to select “1995” (year), and press the SET button.

Press the v or A button to select “10 AM” (hour), and press the SET button.

Press the v or A button to select

(minutes), and

l The internal clock starts operating when the

The date and

Press the MENU button, and the menu will disappear from the monitor.

“1”

e.g. when the the factory, the pointer automatically points at this item.

SET button is pressed.

.1994, 12:OO

flashing.)

VIEWCAM

press the SET button.

time

settings are now complete

Note:

The menu display is automatically cancelled if no settings are made within 5 minutes after the MENU button is pressed.

AM” is displayed

is first received from

“30”

10:

6.1995

30 AM

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