Sharp VLME10 User Manual

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LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY CAMCORDER

MODEL

Summary Guide

VL-ME10H

OPERATION MANUAL

Preparation

Basic Operations

Useful Features Advanced Features References

Please read this operation manual carefully before using the Camcorder.

If you require any advice or assistance regarding your Sharp product, please visit our web-site www.sharp.co.uk/ support. Customers without Internet access may telephone 08705 274277 during office hours (or (01) 676 0648 if telephoning from Ireland).

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

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

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

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

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

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

« В„Н·Щ‹ЫЩ·ЫБ ·ıЩﬁ ·МЩ· ФНТﬂМВЩ·И ЫЩИЪ · ·ИЩﬁЫВИЪ Щ˘М Ф‰Б„И˛М ЩБЪ EıТ˘ ·˙НﬁЪ EМ˘ЫБЪ 89/ 336/EOK Н·И 73/23/EOK, ¸ ˘Ъ ФИ Н·МФМИЫПФﬂ ·ıЩФﬂ ЫıП ОБТ˛ЛБН·М · ¸ ЩБМ Ф‰Б„ﬂ· 93/68/EOK.

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

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

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

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

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

WARNING:

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

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

CAUTION:

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

Important:

Recording and playback of any material may require consent. Please refer particularly to the provisions of the Copyright Act 1956, the Dramatic and Musical Performers Protection Act 1958, the Performers Protection Acts 1963 and 1972 and to any subsequent statutory enactments and orders.

CAUTION:

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

Power supply:

WARNING: THIS AC ADAPTER IS NOT FOR USE WITH TOYS. THIS AC ADAPTER IS FOR USE WITH SHARP CAMCORDER MODEL VL-PD3AH ONLY.

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.

SPECIAL NOTE FOR USERS IN THE U.K.

The mains lead of this product is fitted with a non-rewireable (moulded) plug incorporating a 3A fuse. Should the fuse need to be replaced, a BSI or ASTA approved BS 1362 fuse marked

or and of the same rating as above, which is also indicated on the pin face of the plug,

must be used. Always refit the fuse cover after replacing the fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse cover

fitted. In the unlikely event of the socket outlet in your home not being compatible with the plug

supplied, cut-off the mains plug and fit an appropriate type. DANGER: The fuse from the cut-off plug should be removed and the cut-off plug destroyed

To fit an appropriate plug to the mains lead, follow the instructions below: IMPORTANT: The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this product may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:

— The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the plug terminal which is marked N

or coloured black.

— The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the plug terminal which is marked L

or coloured red.

Ensure that neither the brown nor the blue wire is connected to the earth terminal in your threepin plug.

Before replacing the plug cover make sure that: — If the new fitted plug contains a fuse, its value is the same as that removed from the cut-off

plug.

— The cord grip is clamped over the sheath of the mains lead and not simply over the lead

wires.

IF YOU HAVE ANY DOUBT, CONSULT A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.

immediately and disposed of in a safe manner. Under no circumstances should the cut-off plug be inserted elsewhere into a 13A

socket outlet, as a serious electric shock may occur.

Blue: Neutral Brown: Live

NOTE

The LCD panel of this camcorder is a very high technology product with more than 200,000 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.

Trademarks

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

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

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

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

About Your Camcorder

DV Technology

Digital video, DV, is a revolutionary technology that enables recording and playback of high quality images with the use of special digital features previously unavailable with conventional analog formats.

DV and conventional video cassette tapes

There are two kinds of DV-format video cassette tapes: the Mini DV cassette and the larger DV cassette used for extended playback and recording. This camcorder only operates with Mini DV cassettes. DV cassettes cannot be used. Be sure to use Mini DV cassettes with the mark.

Mini DV cassette DV cassette

8 mm, VHS, and Beta cassettes cannot be used for playback or recording with this camcorder.

VHS cassette Beta cassette8 mm cassette

SD Memory Cards and MultiMediaCards

SD Memory Cards and MultiMediaCards are compact recording media just 32 mm long and 24 mm wide which support the needs of the digital network society where music, images, games and various other provider services are offered.

• It is possible to use SD Memory Cards (commercially available) and MultiMediaCards (supplied) as recording media for still images with this camcorder. (SmartMedia™ cards and Memory Stick™ media cannot be used.) In this operation manual, “card” refers to these SD Memory Cards and MultiMediaCards.

SD Memory Card MultiMediaCard

SmartMedia™ card Memory Stick™ media

Note:

• This camcorder reproduces the highest picture quality when used with an ME tape. It is recommended that you use an ME tape for high-quality recording and playback.

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

• SD Memory Cards are superior to MultiMediaCards in terms of copyright protection functions and high-speed transfer.

• SD Memory Cards are compatible with MultiMediaCards, and data stored on MultiMediaCards can be used with SD Memory Cards.

Supplied Accessories

Standard-life battery pack

BT-L221

AC adapter/

battery charger Power cord

DC cable

CR2025 type

lithium battery

DV cable

8 MB

MultiMediaCard

Infrared

remote control

Earphones connecting

cable

AA battery for

remote control × 2

Shoulder strap

Audio/video/S-video

cable

Lens cap

Optional Accessories

Standard-life battery pack

BT-L221

IR & Flash Light

VR-3VIF

Note:

• When using the IR & Flash Light VR-3VIF with this camcorder, it can only be used as a flash.

Extended-life

battery pack

BT-L441

PixLab Video

Capture Software

(Lite version)

VR-PK60E

Standard-life intelligent

battery pack

BT-LS222

Zoom microphone

VR-6MC Windscreen

Extended-life intelligent

battery pack

BT-LS442A

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Precautions

• When the camcorder is not in use, make

sure to turn off the power, remove the cassette and card, 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, the viewfinder eyepiece, or the LCD monitor screen, whether or not recording is in progress, as it may damage the CCD sensor or LCD screen surface. Be particularly careful when recording outside.

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

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

• Using the camcorder near a broadcasting

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

• Avoid shocks and dropping.

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

• Avoid placing the camcorder in close

proximity to lighting equipment.

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

• Always respect prohibitions or restrictions

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

• Be aware of the temperature and humidity. You can use your camcorder at 0°C to =40°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 wellventilated location.

• Some small, portable

tripods 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.).

Precautions

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 formation occurs, 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.

—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 due to dew

formation.

When using the camcorder in a place where dew formation is likely to occur, 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.

• “Dew” warning feature If dew forms, the word “DEW” flashes on the screen, and the power will automatically turn off in approximately 10 seconds.

1 If “DEW” flashes, remove the cassette,

leave the cassette compartment open, and wait for a few hours to allow the camcorder to acclimate 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.

Plastic bag

1 Be sure to tightly seal the plastic bag

containing the camcorder.

2 Remove the bag when the air temperature

inside it reaches the temperature of the room.

Dirty Video Heads

CLEANING

START

STOP

Using the camcorder when the video tape is dirty may cause the heads to clog, producing noise on the recorded image or preventing the image from being recorded at all.

If the video heads become clogged, the

indicator appears on the screen. Contact the nearest SHARP service centre or your dealer for further advice.

Using a Cleaning Tape (Commercially Available)

Video head cleaning can be done by using a commercially available cleaning tape.

3 Set the Media Selection

switch to TAPE.

4 Hold down the Lock

Lock button

button and set the POWER switch to VCR.

• The video head cleaning screen appears.

5 Press START to begin video head

cleaning.

• “NOW CLEANING” flashes during cleaning.

Notes:

• Excessive use of the cleaning tape, however,

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.

Media Selection switch

POWER switch

1 Insert a cleaning tape into the

camcorder.

• Follow the procedure on page 14 to insert and remove the cleaning tape.

2 Open the LCD monitor and adjust the

angle.

CLEANING

CLEANI NGNOW

START

STOP

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

6 Remove the cleaning tape.

To cancel cleaning, press STOP.

Contents

References

Operation

Operation References

Preparation

Basic Operations

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

Quick Reference Index ........................................... 4

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

Warning Indicators .................................................. 9

Charging the Battery Pack ................................... 11

Attaching and Removing the Battery Pack .......... 12

Powering the Camcorder from an AC Outlet ....... 13

Inserting and Removing a Mini DV Cassette ....... 14

Inserting and Removing a Card ............................ 15

Installing the Lithium Memory Battery .................. 16

Setting the Area, Date and Time ..........................17

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

Adjusting the Hand Strap ..................................... 19

Attaching the Shoulder Strap ............................... 19

Using the Viewfinder ............................................. 20

Using the LCD Monitor.......................................... 21

Camera Recording

Easy Camera Recording on Tape in Full Auto

Mode................................................................... 22

Zooming ................................................................ 23

Tips on Recording Positions ................................. 23

Remaining Tape Time Display .............................. 24

Remaining Battery Power Display ........................ 24

Playback

Tape Playback....................................................... 25

Volume Control...................................................... 26

Video Search......................................................... 26

Still......................................................................... 26

Watching the Playback on a TV ............................ 27

Preparation

Operations

Basic

Summary of

Operations

Features

Useful

Advanced

Features

Digital Still Camera

vii

Summary of Operations

Features

Selecting the Camcorder Mode ............................ 28

Using the Controls ................................................ 29

Selecting the User Mode ...................................... 30

Using the Menu Screens....................................... 31

Appendix

Contents

• Be sure to read “Summary of Operations” on pages 28 to 31 before performing the

operations described in the following chapters.

Useful Features

Camera Recording

Recording in LP (Long Play Recording) Mode ..... 32

Selecting the 16-bit Audio Recording Mode......... 33

Digital Image Stabilization (DIS) ........................... 34

Setting the Digital Zoom........................................ 35

Gamma Brightness Compensation ....................... 36

Edit Search............................................................ 37

Quick Return ......................................................... 37

Dual Recording ..................................................... 38

Still Recording on Tape ......................................... 39

Still Recording Effects ........................................... 40

Digital Picture Effects ............................................ 41

Fade In and Fade Out ........................................... 42

Wide Screen (16:9) .............................................. 43

Macro Shots .......................................................... 43

Letting the Subject Monitor the Shot ..................... 44

Auto Focus ............................................................ 44

Playback

Using the Infrared Remote Control ....................... 45

Tape Playback Functions with the Infrared

Remote Control ................................................... 47

Displaying the Date and Time of Recording ......... 48

Using Earphones (Commercially Available) ......... 48

Using the Time Code ............................................ 49

Playback Effects ................................................... 50

Picture Effect Playback ......................................... 51

Playback Zoom ..................................................... 52

Gamma Playback.................................................. 53

Multiple Strobe Playback ...................................... 53

Advanced Features

Camera Recording

Manual Focus........................................................ 54

Setting the Shutter Speed ..................................... 56

Scene Menu (Programme AE) .............................. 58

Adjusting the White Balance ................................. 59

Manual Exposure .................................................. 60

Setting the Camcorder to Full Auto Mode............. 61

Using the Zoom Microphone

(Optional Accessory) .......................................... 62

Windbreak ............................................................. 63

Dialogue Recording .............................................. 63

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Advanced Features

Playback

Editing ................................................................... 64

Editing with the DV Terminal (IEEE1394) .............. 65

Audio Dubbing Feature......................................... 66

Selecting the Audio Playback Mode ..................... 68

Using the Camcorder with Your Computer ........... 69

Digital Still Camera Features

Appendix

Camera Recording

Card Recording .................................................... 71

Selecting the Picture Quality ................................. 72

Recording with the Guide Frame .......................... 73

Recording with the Self-timer ................................ 74

Using the Flash Light (Optional Accessory) ......... 75

Formatting a Card ................................................. 76

Playback

Card Playback ...................................................... 77

Delete-protection .................................................. 78

Deleting Stored Images ........................................ 79

Slide Show Playback............................................. 81

Dubbing Images from a Card to a Tape ............... 82

Directly Transferring the Data on a Card

to a Computer ..................................................... 83

Print Order............................................................. 84

Picture/Backlight Adjustments .............................. 87

Setting the Confirmation Sound ............................ 88

Selecting Summer Time ........................................ 89

World Clock........................................................... 90

Useful Information ................................................. 92

Demonstration Mode............................................. 98

Before Requesting Service ................................... 99

Specifications...................................................... 101

Operation References

Part Names

Operation

References

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

Front view

Power Zoom W (Wide angle) / T (Telephoto) control buttons [p. 23] / VOLume control buttons [p. 26]

Accessory shoe [pp. 62, 75]

Stereo microphone

Zoom lens

[p. 66]

CONTROL dial [p. 29]

EarPHONES jack [p. 48]

Infrared remote sensor [p. 46]

Left view

EASY/MANUAL/AUTO Selection switch [pp. 54–61]

References

Operation

MENU/DISPLAY button

LCD monitor [p. 21]

LCD monitor OPEN

Bottom view

[p. 29]

release [p. 21]

Viewfinder [p. 20]

Dioptre adjustment dial [p. 20]

Power source UNLOCK release [pp. 12, 13]

Power source connection panel [pp. 12, 13]

Shoulder strap loop [p. 19]

Tripod socket

Operation References

Operation

Right view

References

Media Selection switch (TAPE/DUAL/CARD

selection switch)

RECord START/STOP

button [pp. 22, 38]

White Balance (W/B) button [p. 59]

selection switch) [p. 28]

STILL button

[pp. 38–40, 53, 71]

POWER switch

(CAMERA/VCR

[pp. 28, 29]

PC COMMUNICATION

jack [p. 69]

Shoulder strap loop [p. 19]

Terminal cover [p. 27]

DV terminal [p. 65]

Audio/Video=S-video (AV=S) terminal [pp. 27, 65]

Speaker [p. 25]

Hand strap [p. 19]

When the cassette compartment door is open

Lithium battery holder [p. 16]

Cassette compartment

door [p. 14]

mark [p. 14]

Card slot cover [p. 15]

Card slot [p. 15]

Card slot cover release [p. 15]

Cassette holder [p. 14]

Cassette compartment door release [p. 14]

Quick Reference Index

This index lists some example uses of the camcorder’s features.

• To record the subject with higher-quality audio. —See page 33 (Selecting the 16-bit Audio Recording Mode)

• To record powerful close-up images. —See page 35 (Setting the Digital Zoom)

• To record a backlit subject. —See page 36 (Gamma Brightness Compensation) or page 60 (Manual

Exposure)

• To quickly return the tape to the end of the last recorded scene after playback. —See page 37 (Quick Return)

• To record yourself in the scene while monitoring the shot. —See page 44 (Letting the Subject Monitor the Shot)

• To enlarge any part of the picture during playback. —See page 52 (Playback Zoom)

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

portion.

—See page 53 (Gamma Playback)

• To focus on an off-centred subject. —See page 54 (Manual Focus)

References

Operation

• To record with natural colour. —See page 59 (Adjusting the White Balance)

• To minimize blurring when recording sports events, etc. —See page 58 (Scene Menu)

• To record the zoomed-in picture of a distant subject along with the audio for that

subject.

—See page 62 (Using the Zoom Microphone)

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

computer.

—See page 71 (Card Recording)

Operation References

On-screen Display Index

Operation

References

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

TAPE-CAMERA/DUAL-CAMERA mode

AUTO

p. 24

min

GAMMA

FADE

MANUAL SET

AN. FOCUS SHUT. S PEED EXPOSURE PI C. EFFECT SCENE MENU QK.

RETURN

DIS

RETURN

L I GHT

AUTO

p. 34

p. 22

pp. 30, 61

p. 32

SRCH

SET

EASY mode (p. 30)

RETURN

QK. WIND SOUND DISPLAY RETURN

p. 37 p. 63 p. 88 p. 48

MAN UA L S E T

AN. FOCUS

SHUT. SPEED

EXPOSURE PIC. EFFECT SCENE MENU QK.

RET URN

DIS

RET URN

CAME RA SET

REC PHOTO SNAP SNAP E FF. DGT L

TAPE

619:

RET URN

AUDIO SET

AUDI O MODE ZOOM MI C W

IND

DIALOG REC RETURN

OTHERS

SOUND

TIME

OUT

TC DEMO

RE TURN

LCD VF SET

BACKL I GHT LCD BRIGHT LCD COLOUR

BR IGHT

RE TURN

CLOCK SET

DISPLAY AREA SUMR SETTI NG 12H 24H

RET URN

MOD E

ZOOM SPE ED

CODE

MOD E

TIME

p. 54 p. 56 p. 60 p. 41 p. 58 p. 37 p. 34

p. 72 p. 39 p. 40 p. 35 p. 32 p. 43

p. 33 p. 62 p. 63 p. 63

p. 88 p. 49 p. 49 p. 98

p. 87

p. 48 pp. 17, 90 p. 89 p. 17 p. 18

TAPE-VCR mode

AUDIO

p. 24

PLAYBACK SE T

AUDI O DUB AUDI O

EFFECT

PIC. PB EFFECT M

ULTI F RAME

RETURN

Note:

• See pages 28 to 31 for the procedure to display the desired screen.

SET

p. 68

GAMMA

PLAYBACK SE T

AUDI O DUB AUDI O

EFFECT

PIC. PB EFFECT M

ULTI F RAME

RETURN

OTHERS

REMOTE SOUND TIME CODE TC OUT

RETURN

LCD

VF SE T

BACKL IGHT LCD BRIGHT LCD COLOUR

BRI GHT

RETURN

CLOCK SET

DISPLAY

RETURN

p. 67 p. 68 p. 51 p. 50 p. 53

p. 45 p. 88 p. 49 p. 49

p. 87

p. 48

References

Operation

Operation References

Operation

References

CARD-CAMERA mode

AUTO

p. 71

NORMAL

GAMMA

MANUA L SE T

AN. FOCUS SHUT. S PEED EXPOSURE PIC. EFFECT SCENE

SEL F TI MER

DIS

RETURN

SET

CARD

AUTO

9001

pp. 30, 61

CARD

EASY mode (p. 30)

SELF

TIMER SOUND DI SPLAY

RETURN

p. 74 p. 88 p. 48

CARD

MANUAL S ET

AN. FOCUS

9001

SHUT. S PE ED EXPOSURE PI C. EFFECT SCENE

MEN U SEL F T IMER DIS

RETURN

CAMERA SE T

REC MODE SNAP EFF . DGT L ZOOM

GUIDE

FRM

F LASH

RETURN

OTHERS

FORMAT SOUND DEMO

MOD E

RETURN

LCD VF SET

BACKL IGHT LCD BRI GHT LC D COL OUR

BRI GHT

RET URN

CLOCK SE T

DISPLAY

AREA

TIMESUMR

SET T ING 12H 24H

RETURN

p. 54 p. 56 p. 60 p. 41 p. 58 p. 74 p. 34

p. 72 p. 40 p. 35 p. 73 p. 75

p. 76 p. 88 p. 98

p. 87

p. 48 pp. 17, 90 p. 89 p. 17 p. 18

CARD-VCR mode

PLAYBACK

NORMAL

100 0001-

PAGE

321

654

1/2

PLAYBACK SE T

SL IDE SHO

EFFECTPIC. PROTE CT DELETE DELETE ALL PRI . ORDER

RETURN

SET

p. 77

Note:

• See pages 28 to 31 for the procedure to display the desired screen.

CARD

PLAYBACK SE T

SL I DE SHO

EFFECTPIC. PROTE CT DELETE DELETE ALL PRI. ORDER

RETURN

OTHERS

REMOTE SOUND

RETURN

LCD VF SET

BACKL IGHT LCD BRIGHT LCD COLOUR

BRI GHT

RETURN

CLOCK S ET

DISPLAY

RETURN

References

Operation

p. 81

p. 51 p. 78 p. 79 p. 80 p. 84

p. 45 p. 88

p. 87

p. 48

Operation References

Warning Indicators

Operation

References

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

Displayed for the first

3 seconds

INSERT

A CASSE TTE.

EJECT THE

CASSETTE.

CASSETTE NOT RECORDABLE.

THE

TAPE

ENDS SOON.

CHANGE THE

CASSETTE.

BATTERY I S

TOO LOW.

DEW

LAMP

Displayed after

3 seconds

EJECT THE

CASSETTE.

PROTECT. TAB

TAPE END

DEW

LAMP

Description of warning

There is no video cassette in the camcorder. Insert a cassette (see page 14).

The video cassette is defective and should be removed (see page 14).

The erasure protect tab on the video cassette has been slid to the record-protect position, preventing recording (see page 94).

The tape is about to end. Prepare a new cassette (see page 14).

The tape has reached the end. Replace it with a new cassette (see page 14).

The battery is almost depleted. Replace it with a fully charged battery pack (see pages 11 and 12).

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

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

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.

All warnings will be indicated by displayed in the centre of the screen if the vertical rotation of the LCD monitor is between 135° and 180° when in one of the CAMERA modes, or if one of the manual screen is displayed. To check the type of warning, rotate the monitor back to within 135°, or press the MENU/ DISPLAY button to turn off the manual screen.

References

Operation

Displayed

for 5 seconds

MEMORY CARD

MEMORY

CARD

FULL

NO DATA ON

MEMORY CARD

ERROR

FORMAT

MEMORY CARD

PROTECTED

DATA PROTECTED

MEMORY CARD

RE AD ERROR

Description of warning

The card is not inserted or is inserted incorrectly. Check how the card is inserted (see page 15).

The capacity of the card is full and cannot store any more images. Delete unnecessary images (see pages 79 and 80) or replace the card with a new one (see page 15).

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

The images in the card are corrupted or recorded in a format which is not compatible with this camcorder. Format the card to use it with this camcorder (see page 76).

The card has not been formatted with this camcorder. Format the card (see page 76).

The card is write-protected (see page 96).

You are trying to delete a protected image. Cancel the protection setting to delete the image (see page 78).

The selected image cannot be read by this camcorder. Format the card to use it with this camcorder (see page 76).

CANNOT

STORE DATA

Note:

• indicates a flashing display.

The card cannot record any data due to a problem with the card or data on the card. Replace the card (see page 15).

Preparation

Charging the Battery Pack

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

Note:

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

Preparation

1 Connect the supplied power cord to the

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

• The POWER indicator lights up.

AC power socket

POWER indicator

To power outlet

2 Align the d mark on the battery pack

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

• The CHARGE indicator lights up.

CHARGE indicator

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

3 Slide the battery pack in the direction of

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

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

Max.

continuous

pack

Charging

time

100

160

190

Battery

BT-L221

BT-LS222

BT-L441

BT-LS442A

• 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 charger become warm during charging. This is not a malfunction.

• Using the zoom (see page 23) 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.

• Even when the battery pack is not used, the capacity of the battery pack will naturally deteriorate over time. To limit deterioration of the battery pack capacity, perform the procedure in “Extending battery pack life” on page 93 at least once every six months.

• See page 92 for more information on using the battery pack.

Caution:

• Charge only SHARP model BT-L221, BT-LS222, BT-L441, or BT-LS442A battery packs. Other types of battery packs may burst, causing personal injury and damage.

recording time

LCD

120

240

290

LCD

open

100

200

240

closed

Max.

continuous

playback

time

on LCD

100

200

240

Attaching and Removing the Battery Pack

Attaching the Battery Pack

1 Make sure that the POWER switch is set

to OFF.

4 Lower the viewfinder, and push it in

completely.

Removing the Battery Pack

Preparation

POWER switch

2 Pull out the viewfinder completely (1),

and then lift it up (2).

Power source connection panel

3 Align the mark on the side of the

battery pack with the a mark on the camcorder (1). Press the battery pack and slide it down completely until it locks into place (2).

1 Perform steps 1 and 2 of “Attaching the

Battery Pack”.

2 Press and hold the power source

UNLOCK release in the direction of the arrow (1), then slide the battery pack up and take it out (2).

Power source UNLOCK release

Cautions:

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

battery pack while shooting or during playback may damage the tape by causing it to wrap around the video head drum or may destroy the card, rendering it unreadable and unwritable.

• Remove the battery pack from the camcorder if the camcorder is not to be used for a long period of time.

• Use only SHARP model BT-L221, BT-LS222, BTL441, or BT-LS442A battery packs with this camcorder. Use of other batteries may present a risk of fire or explosion.

Preparation

Powering the Camcorder from an AC Outlet

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

Caution:

Preparation

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

1 Make sure that the POWER switch is set

to OFF.

2 Pull out the viewfinder completely, and

then lift it up.

3 Align the mark on the side of the DC

cable connecting plate with the a mark on the camcorder (1). Press the connecting plate and slide it down completely until it locks into place (2).

DC cable connecting plate

5 Insert the DC cable plug into the DC

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

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

DC OUT jack

POWER indicator

To power outlet

Note:

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

Removing the DC cable from the camcorder

Perform steps 1 and 2 above. Press and hold the power source UNLOCK release in the direction of the arrow (1), then slide the connecting plate up and take it out (2).

4 Lower the viewfinder, and push it in

completely.

Power source UNLOCK release

Cautions:

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

DC cable while shooting or during playback may damage the tape by causing it to wrap around the video head drum or may destroy the card, rendering it unreadable and unwritable.

• Disconnect the camcorder from the AC adapter if the camcorder is not to be used for a long period of time.

Inserting and Removing a Mini DV Cassette

Inserting a Cassette

1 Supply power to the camcorder. 2 Hold the camcorder as shown in the

figure, slide the cassette compartment door release and open the cassette compartment door completely.

• The cassette holder extends and opens automatically.

5 Wait for the cassette holder to fully

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

Preparation

Cassette compartment

door release

3 Insert the cassette fully with the window

facing upwards and the erasure protect tab facing outwards.

Erasure protect tab

REC

SAVE

4 Press the mark gently until the

cassette holder clicks into place.

• The cassette holder retracts automatically.

Removing a Cassette

Perform steps 1 and 2 of “Inserting a Cassette”, and then take out the cassette.

Cautions:

• Do not hold the camcorder with the cassette compartment door release facing downwards when you are inserting or removing a cassette. It may damage the tape.

• 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 mark to close it.

• If you do not correctly close the cassette holder in step 4, 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.

• Remove the cassette if the camcorder is not to be used for a long period of time.

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 94 for more information on the video cassette tapes intended for use with this camcorder.

mark

Preparation

Inserting and Removing a Card

This camcorder accepts an SD Memory Card (commercially available) or a MultiMediaCard (supplied) for storage of still images.

Preparation

Inserting a Card

1 Make sure that the POWER switch is set

to OFF.

2 Hold the camcorder as shown in the

figure, and slide the card slot cover release in the direction of the arrow.

• The card slot cover is opened.

Card slot cover release

3 Insert a card into the slot with the label

facing upwards and the chipped corner facing the lens, and then push it in as far as it will go.

Removing a Card

1 Perform steps 1 and 2 of “Inserting a

Card”.

2 Push the centre of the card edge in to

release the card.

3 Pull the card straight out.

Notes:

• The supplied MultiMediaCard is preformatted for immediate use.

• See pages 95 and 96 for detailed information on the use of MultiMediaCards and SD Memory Cards.

4 Close the card slot cover.

Label

Chipped corner

Caution:

• Do not remove the card from the camcorder while data is being recorded on the card (the O indicator flashes on the screen), as this may result in deletion of images on the card or damage to the card itself.

Installing the Lithium Memory Battery

4 Insert the lithium battery holder back into

the compartment.

The supplied lithium battery is used to store the memory of the date and time settings.

1 Slide the card slot cover release in the

direction of the arrow to open the card slot cover.

Card slot cover release

2 Pull out the lithium battery holder using

the tip of a ballpoint pen or other pointed object.

Lithium battery holder

3 Insert the lithium battery into the holder

with the = side of the battery facing the + side of the holder.

Preparation

5 Close the card slot cover.

Note:

• It is recommended to immediately set the date and time after inserting a lithium battery. Not setting the date and time causes extra wear of the lithium battery.

Removing the lithium battery

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

Note:

• Replace the battery with a new CR2025 lithium battery when the time indicator of the camcorder starts to fall behind the correct time.

Notes on the Use of the Lithium Battery

CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is

incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type CR2025 recommended by the equipment manufacturer.

WARNING KEEP THIS BATTERY AWAY FROM

CHILDREN. IF SWALLOWED, CONSULT A PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY FOR EMERGENCY TREATMENT.

CAUTION BATTERY MAY EXPLODE IF MIS-

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

+ mark

• 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 under normal usage.

Preparation

SET

1 1 2

2. 000

1 2001.

SETT I NG

SET

1 1 2

DISPLAY

SUMR T I ME

AREA

SETT ING

RETURN

12H 24H

LONDON1

CLOCK SET

SET

Setting the Area, Date and Time

Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, DUAL-

CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA

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

6.2002) and the time to 10:30 am (10:30) in

Preparation

LONDON.

Notes:

• Before performing the procedure below, make sure that the lithium battery has been installed (see page 16).

• If you are in an area that observes summer time, set the time to the standard time. You can then correct it for summer time by performing the procedure on page 89.

Media Selection switch

POWER switch

1 Press the LCD monitor OPEN release in

the direction of the arrow (1) and open the LCD monitor (2).

LCD monitor

OPEN release

3 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until

the menu screen appears, and then press SET.

4 Make sure that “AREA” is set to “1

LONDON”. If it is not set, press f or d (1) until “1 LONDON” appears, then press SET (2).

CLOCK SET

DISPLAY

AREA

SUMR T I ME SETT ING 12H 24H RETURN

Note:

• See “Time Zone Chart” and “Area Table” on pages 90 and 91 for the area number and name of the representative city for your time zone.

PARIS2

SET

5 Press f or d (1) to select “SETTING”,

then press SET (2).

CLOCK SET

DISPLAY AREA SUMR T I ME SETT ING 12H 24H RETURN

. :

000

11 2001.

2 Hold down the Lock

button and set the POWER switch to CAMERA.

• The LCD screen turns on.

Lock button

SET

6 Press f or d to select “2” (day), then

press SET.

7 Press f or d to select “6” (month), then

press SET.

SETT I NG

2. 6 001. 000

8 Press f or d to select “2002” (year),

then press SET.

SETT I NG

2.06 2002. :

9 Press f or d to select “10” (hour), then

press SET.

SETT I NG

10 00

6 2002.

10 Press f or d to select “30” (minute),

then press SET.

• The internal clock now starts operating.

SETT I NG

2.06 2002. :

10 3

11 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to

turn off the menu screen.

Changing to the 12-hour Time Mode

1 After performing step 10 above, press f

or d (1) to select “12H/24H”, and then press SET (2).

CLOCK SE T

DISPLAY

1 1 2

SET

AREA SUMR T I ME SET T ING 12H 24H RETURN

SET

24H

12H

2 Press f or d to select “12H”, then

press SET.

21H24H

12H

3 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to

turn off the menu screen.

Notes:

• Providing the date and time have been internally set, they will always be recorded on the tape or card, and you can choose to display them or not (see page 48).

• The menu screen automatically turns off if no settings are made within 5 minutes.

• You can also adjust the clock in the CLOCK SET menu in DUAL-CAMERA or CARD-CAMERA mode.

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, press both tabs on the top and bottom of the cap.

When recording, hang the hook of the lens cap on the hand strap so that the cap will not get in the way.

Note:

• Always replace the lens cap on the lens when the camcorder is not in use.

Tabs

Hook

Preparation

Adjusting the Hand Strap 1 Open the hand strap flap (1) and the

grip strap (2).

Preparation

2 Loosen the grip strap, pass your right

hand through the loop, and put your thumb on the REC START/STOP button and your forefinger and middle finger on the Power Zoom buttons. Then, pull the grip strap tight until it fits snugly.

Power Zoom buttons

Attaching the Shoulder Strap 1 Hold one end of the strap and thread it

through the loop on the left side of the power source connection panel.

2 Loosen the strap in the buckle, and feed

the end of the strap through the buckle, as shown.

3 Draw the strap in the direction of the

arrow to secure.

4–6 To attach the other end of the strap to

the loop on the left side of the hand strap, open the hand strap flap, and perform the same procedure.

Loop

Buckle

Loop

Buckle

REC START/STOP button

3 Seal the velcro fasteners of the grip

strap and the hand strap flap.

Caution:

• Do not swing the camcorder by the hand strap.

Using the Viewfinder

You can record the subject through the electronic LCD colour viewfinder. You can also watch video playback through the viewfinder.

Viewfinder

Closing the viewfinder

Lower the viewfinder (1), and push it in completely (2).

Preparation

Cautions:

• Do not use excessive force when moving the

viewfinder.

• Do not pick up the camcorder by the viewfinder.

POWER switch

1 Pull out the viewfinder completely.

• You can raise the viewfinder up to 70° to better aim the camcorder depending on your position.

Caution: Do not try to raise the viewfinder until it is completely pulled out.

2 Hold down the Lock

button and set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR.

• A picture is displayed in the viewfinder.

Lock button

Notes:

• The viewfinder automatically turns off when the LCD monitor is opened. If the vertical rotation of the monitor is between 135° and 180° when in one of the CAMERA modes, however, the viewfinder is on and the subject is displayed both in the viewfinder and on the monitor (see page 44).

• It is possible to operate the playback functions in TAPE-VCR and CARD-VCR modes and adjust the menu and the manual settings through the viewfinder by using the CONTROL dial. (See page 29 for operation of the CONTROL dial.)

• Be sure to close the viewfinder after use.

Adjusting the Dioptre

Adjust the dioptre according to your eyesight when the picture in the viewfinder is not clear.

1 Pull out the viewfinder completely, and

then lift it up.

2 Hold down the Lock button and set the

POWER switch to CAMERA.

3 While looking through the viewfinder,

turn the Dioptre adjustment dial until the indicators in the viewfinder are clearly visible.

Dioptre

adjustment dial

Preparation

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.

POWER switch

Preparation

LCD monitor

1 Press the LCD monitor OPEN release in

the direction of the arrow (1), and open the LCD monitor to a 90° angle to the camcorder body (2).

LCD monitor

OPEN release

• 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 CAMERA or VCR.

• A picture is displayed on the LCD monitor.

Notes:

• Battery consumption is larger when the LCD monitor is open. Use the viewfinder instead of the LCD monitor when you want to save battery power.

• Use the viewfinder if the LCD screen becomes difficult to see under bright daylight.

Closing the LCD monitor

Return the LCD monitor to the vertical 90° position with the screen facing in, and fold it into the camcorder until it clicks into place.

Lock button

2 Adjust the LCD monitor to an angle that

allows easy viewing of the on-screen picture.

• The LCD monitor rotates 270° vertically.

180

Caution: Do not try to rotate the LCD monitor vertically until the monitor is completely opened.

Cautions:

• 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 screen facing down.

Note:

• Close the LCD monitor completely with the screen facing in when not in use.

Basic Operations

Camera Recording

Easy Camera Recording on Tape in Full Auto Mode

Available mode: TAPE-CAMERA

• Before you start recording, perform the operations described on pages 11 through 21 to prepare your camcorder for recording.

Media Selection switch

POWER switch

REC START/STOP button

1 Remove the lens cap. Pull out the

viewfinder completely or open the LCD monitor.

2 Set the Media Selection

switch to TAPE.

3 Hold down the Lock button and set the

POWER switch to CAMERA.

• The camcorder turns on in TAPE-CAMERA mode, and the picture from the lens is displayed on the screen.

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

AUTO

Lock button

Auto mode indicator

Note: If “AUTO” is not displayed at this time,

set the EASY/MANUAL/AUTO selection switch to AUTO. (See page 61)

4 Press the REC START/STOP button to

begin recording.

To pause recording

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

To turn the power off

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

Notes:

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

• If the camcorder remains in Recording Standby mode for more than 5 minutes in TAPE-CAMERA or DUAL-CAMERA mode, the power will automatically turn off to save battery power and to protect the tape from being damaged. (The camcorder will make a confirmation sound when it is left in Recording Standby mode for about 4 minutes.) To resume recording after the power has been turned off, set the POWER switch to OFF and then back to CAMERA.

Maximum continuous recording and actual recording times in TAPECAMERA mode

Max. continuous

Battery

pack

BT-L221

BT-LS222

BT-L441 240 200 120 100

BT-LS442A 290 240 150 120

• The chart specifies the approximate times in minutes.

Note:

• Using the zoom (see page 23) and other functions or turning the power on and off

REC

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.

recording time

LCD

closed

120 100 60 50

LCD

open

PAUSE

Actual

recording time

LCD

closed

LCD

open

Operations

Basic

Basic Operations Camera Recording

Zooming

Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, DUAL-

CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA

Zooming allows you to move visually closer to or farther from a subject without physically changing your position. When using optical zoom, it is possible to enlarge the subject up to 10× in TAPE-CAMERA, DUAL-CAMERA or in CARD-CAMERA mode.

Zooming in (when you want to centre

Basic

Operations

Wide

angle

To zoom in

Press the Power Zoom T (telephoto) button to get a close-up view (1).

To zoom out

Press the Power Zoom W (wide angle) button to get a wide field of view (2).

attention on the subject)

Zooming out (when you want to

show the surroundings)

Power Zoom buttons

Tips on Recording Positions

To create images that are easy to watch during playback, try to record with a stable posture while steadying your camcorder to prevent the image from shaking.

Holding the camcorder

Put your right hand through the hand strap, and place your left hand under the camcorder for support.

Basic posture

Telephoto

Place your elbows against your sides.

Shooting from a high angle

Turn the LCD monitor

so that the screen faces

downward.

Place the viewfinder eyecup firmly against your eye.

Balance your weight on both legs.

• The on-screen display shows you the current zoom setting.

• The zoom speed depends on how strongly you press the Power Zoom buttons.

Notes:

• The camcorder is unable to focus when zooming in on subjects within 1.5 m. The camcorder will automatically zoom out until it is able to focus on the subject. (See page 43 for recording macro shots.)

• See page 35 for use of the digital zoom.

Zoom range indicator

Shooting from a low angle Using the viewfinder

Raise the viewfinder

to view the subject.

Using the LCD monitor

Turn the LCD monitor so that the screen faces upward.

Note:

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

Remaining Tape Time Display

Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, DUAL-

CAMERA

In TAPE-CAMERA or DUAL-CAMERA mode, an on-screen indicator displays the approximate remaining tape time in minutes.

During camera recording, press the MENU/ DISPLAY button until the remaining recording time indicator appears.

min

GAMMA

Remaining tape time indicator

Notes:

• If the battery pack or DC cable are removed from the camcorder and then reattached while the camcorder has a cassette in it, the remaining tape time indicator will not be displayed. In this case, record for about 10 seconds to display the remaining tape time indicator.

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

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

Warning indicator Approx. remaining time

THE

TAPE

ENDS SOON.

TAPE END

CHANGE THE

CASSETTE.

TAPE END

FADE

1 min. – 0 min.

0 min. (The tape has

reached the end.)

Remaining Battery Power Display

Available modes: all modes

When using the camcorder with the battery pack as the power source, you can turn on and off the remaining battery power display by pressing the MENU/DISPLAY button. If the battery power becomes very low, a warning indicator will appear. Replace the battery pack.

(Green) (Green) (Red)

Notes:

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

• Variations in the operational status of the camcorder can greatly reduce or increase the remaining operating time displayed.

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

• This camcorder supports an intelligent battery function. Use of the optional BT-LS222 or BTLS442A intelligent battery pack allows the number of minutes of continuous operating time that remains to be displayed on the screen based on the remaining battery power.

210

AUTO

Remaining battery power display

Warning indicator

min

Operations

Basic

Basic Operations

Playback

Tape Playback

Available mode: TAPE-VCR

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

Media Selection switch

Basic

Operations

Speaker

POWER switch

1 Supply power to the camcorder, and

insert the recorded Mini DV cassette.

2 Open the LCD monitor and adjust the

angle.

3 Set the Media Selection

switch to TAPE.

6 Press y to begin playback.

To stop playback

Pressd.

To turn the power off

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

Note:

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

Watching the Playback in the Viewfinder

You can also watch the playback in the viewfinder by closing the LCD monitor with the screen facing in.

4 Hold down the Lock

button and set the POWER switch to VCR.

• The camcorder turns on in TAPE-VCR mode.

5 Press e (or r) to rewind (or fast

forward) the tape to the desired point.

Lock button

CONTROL dial

• To operate the playback functions, turn the CONTROL dial to select the desired playback operation indicator, and then press the dial.

Note:

• You cannot monitor the sound through the speaker when watching the playback in the viewfinder.

Volume Control

Video Search

Available mode: TAPE-VCR

When the camcorder is in TAPE-VCR mode, you can adjust the volume level of the sound.

Press the VOL. = or - button to increase (1) or decrease (2) the volume. The volume level indicator appears on the screen only during adjustment.

VOL. buttons

VOLUME

IncreaseDecrease

Available mode: TAPE-VCR

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

1 During playback in TAPE-VCR mode,

press e (or r).

• The playback picture fast forwards (or reverses).

2 When you find the desired scene, press

y to return to normal playback.

Notes:

• The sound is off during search.

• Some picture noise appears during search. This is not a malfunction.

Still

Available mode: TAPE-VCR

The still function makes it possible to pause tape playback.

During playback in TAPE-VCR mode, press

Operations

Basic

To return to normal playback, press y again.

Notes:

• The sound is off in Still mode.

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

Basic Operations Playback

Watching the Playback on a TV

Available modes: TAPE-VCR, CARD-VCR

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

Caution:

• Make sure that the camcorder, TV, VCR and other equipment to be connected have been turned off before you make connections. Making connections with any of the components left turned on may

Basic

cause picture noise or a malfunction.

Operations

1 Open the terminal cover on the

camcorder.

Terminal cover

2 Connect the camcorder to your TV (or

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

PAUSE /STILL

PLAY

STOP/ EJECT

POWER

TV/VCRSET UP

To S-video

input terminal

Yellow: To video input jack White: To audio input (L) jack Red: To audio input (R) jack

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

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

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

4 Set the POWER switch on the

camcorder to VCR, and begin playback (see pages 25 and 77).

Notes:

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

21-pin Euro-SCART on TV or VCR

VIDEO AUDIO

Video

• S-video terminals are used to separately pass the chroma (colour) and luminance (brightness) components of video signals. They serve to improve the picture quality in both recording and playback. If your TV or VCR has an S-video input terminal, you can use the S-video plug of the supplied audio/video/S-video cable for the video connection on the TV or VCR. (The yellow video plug does not need to be connected to the TV or VCR.)

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

CHANNEL

REC

• When the camcorder is connected to a TV for play-back, the picture on the TV screen may flicker if the volume on the camcorder is set to maximum. Should this occur, turn the volume down (see page 26).

• Close the terminal cover after use.

RCA/21-pin Euro-SCART

conversion connector

AUDIO

(QSOCZ0033TAZZ)

(L/MONO)

(R)

Audio R Audio L

Audio/video/S-video cable (supplied)

To AV+S terminal

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

Hold down the catches and pull out the plug.

Caution:

• Forcibly pulling on the audio/video/S-video cable without holding down the catches may result in damage.

Catches

Useful FeaturesUseful Features

Summary of Operations

Selecting the Camcorder Mode

This camcorder includes functions for use as both a video camera for recording and playing back images on tape and as a digital still camera for recording and playing back still images on a card. One of the following camcorder modes needs to be set before starting any operations.

TAPE-CAMERA mode — For recording

motion and still images on a tape.

1 Set the Media Selection

switch to TAPE.

2 Hold down the Lock

button and set the POWER switch to CAMERA.

Lock button

CARD-CAMERA mode — For recording

still images on a card.

1 Set the Media Selection

switch to CARD.

Media Selection switch

POWER switch

TAPE-VCR mode — For playing back

motion and still images recorded on a tape.

1 Set the Media Selection

switch to TAPE.

2 Hold down the Lock

button and set the POWER switch to VCR.

Lock button

CARD-VCR mode — For playing back still

images recorded on a card.

1 Set the Media Selection

switch to CARD.

Summary of

Operations

2 Hold down the Lock

button and set the POWER switch to CAMERA.

Lock button

DUAL-CAMERA mode — For recording

motion images on a tape and still images on a card.

1 Set the Media Selection

switch to DUAL.

2 Hold down the Lock

button and set the POWER switch to CAMERA.

Lock button

2 Hold down the Lock

button and set the POWER switch to VCR.

Note:

• When the Media Selection switch is set to DUAL and the POWER switch is set to VCR, the camcorder performs the same operation as in TAPE-VCR mode.

Caution:

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

Lock button

Summary of Operations

Using the Controls

The following controls on the camcorder can be used to select and operate the various functions, settings and on-screen displays.

POWER switch

MENU/DISPLAY button

Operations

Summary of

CONTROL dial

POWER switch

To turn the power on, hold down the Lock button and set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR.

MENU/DISPLAY button

The MENU/DISPLAY button is used to turn the mode screens and on-screen indicators off. You can turn the on-screen indicators back on by pressing the MENU/ DISPLAY button again.

Note:

• The tally indicator and warning indicators cannot be deliberately turned off.

CONTROL dial

The CONTROL dial is used to adjust the settings on the menu screen. The procedures for adjusting the menu settings in this operation manual are based upon the use of the five operation buttons under the LCD monitor. To adjust the menu settings with the CONTROL dial, follow the rules below.

1 Turn the CONTROL dial (instead of

pressing a or s) to select the desired item.

Example

CAMERA SE T

REC MODE

PHOTO SNAP

EFF.SNAP

DGT L Z OOM

TAPE SPEED

69:

RETURN

SET

2 Press the CONTROL dial (instead of

pressing SET) to set the selected item.

Example

Lock button

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

CAMERA SE T

REC MODE

PHOTO SNAP

EFF.SNAP

DGT L Z OOM

TAPE SPEED

RETURN

SET

Selecting the User Mode

This camcorder features three user modes for the camera recording functions. The selectable items on the menu screen are different depending on the user mode.

User mode

Auto mode (AUTO): Lets you adjust all menu

settings except manual settings.

Manual mode (MANUAL): Lets you adjust all

settings including the following manual settings. —MAN. FOCUS, SHUT. SPEED, EXPOSURE

Easy mode (EASY): Lets you adjust only the

following basic menu settings. —QK. RETURN, WIND, SOUND, DISPLAY,

SELF TIMER

Media Selection switch

POWER switch

EASY/MANUAL/AUTO Selection switch

1 Open the LCD monitor and adjust the

angle (see page 21).

2 Set the Media Selection

switch to TAPE or CARD.

3 Hold down the Lock button and set the

POWER switch to CAMERA.

• The user mode indicator is displayed.

AUTO

User mode indicator

Lock botton

4 Set the EASY/MANUAL/AUTO Selection

switch to the desired mode.

Notes:

• All manual settings in Manual mode will be canceled when you set the EASY/MANUAL/ AUTO Selection switch to return to Auto mode.

• There is no user mode for playback functions.

• The example screens in this operation manual assume the use of Auto mode unless otherwise indicated.

Summary of

Operations

Summary of Operations

SET

1 1 2

SET

1 1 2

OFF

40 200

PHOTO SNAP

REC

EFF.

DGT L ZOOM

SPEED

16 9:

CAMERA SET

MOD E

SNAP

TAPE

RET URN

SET

200

PHOTO SNAP

REC

EFF.

DGT L ZOOM

SPEED

16 9:

CAMERA SET

MOD E

SNAP

TAPE

RET URN

SET

Summary of Operations

Using the Menu Screens

The menu screens can be used to adjust the various settings of the camcorder.

1 Open the LCD monitor and adjust the

angle (see page 21).

2 Set the Media Selection

switch to TAPE or CARD.

3 Hold down the Lock

button and set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR.

4 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until

Operations

Summary of

the menu screen appears.

MAN UAL SE T

AN. FOCUS SHUT. S PEED EXPOSURE

PIC.EFFECT SCENE MENU

QK.

RET URN

DIS RET URN

SET

Lock button

6 Press f or d (1) to select the desired

menu item, then press SET (2).

• The available settings for the selected menu item are displayed.

Example

7 Press f or d (1) to select the desired

menu setting, then press SET (2).

• The selected menu setting is set.

Example

• To adjust another menu item, select RETURN to returns to the status in step 5 or 6, then repeat the procedure from the point.

5 Press f or d (1) to select the desired

menu screen, then press SET (2).

Example

CAMERA SE T

REC

MOD E

PHOTO SNAP SNAP

EFF.

SNAP

ZOOM

DGT L

SPEED

TAPE 16 9: RETURN

1 1 2

SET

To turn off the menu screen

Press the MENU/DISPLAY button.

Notes:

• Certain menu items are common among Camcorder modes. If the DISPLAY menu item, for example, is set to “DATE+TIME” in TAPECAMERA mode, it will be automatically set to “DATE+TIME” in other modes.

• The menu items are displayed in yellow when the corresponding functions are selected. The menu items are displayed in gray when the corresponding functions cannot be selected.

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

• The example screens in this operation manual are for explanation purposes, and may differ slightly from the actual screen displays.

Useful Features

Camera Recording

Recording in LP (Long Play Recording) Mode

Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, DUAL-

CAMERA

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

1 Set the camcorder to TAPE-CAMERA or

DUAL-CAMERA mode (see page 28).

2 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until

the menu screen appears.

MANU AL S ET

AN. FOCUS SHUT. S PE ED EXPOSURE

PI C. EFFECT SCENE MENU

QK.

RETURN

DIS RETURN

SET

3 Select Y, then press SET. Select “TAPE

SPEED” (1), then press SET (2).

CAMERA SET

REC MODE

1 1 2

SET

PHOTO SNAP

EFF.SNAP DGT L ZOOM TAPE SPEED 16 9: RETURN

SET

5 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to

turn off the menu screen.

• The Long Play Recording mode indicator appears.

min

Long play recording mode indicator

To return to SP mode

Select “SP” in step 4 above.

Notes on the use of LP mode

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

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

for use with LP mode.

—When a tape recorded in LP mode under

high-temperature conditions is played back.

—When a tape recorded in LP mode with the

camcorder is played back on a Mini DV player or camcorder from another manufacturer.

—When a tape recorded in LP mode is

played back on a Mini DV player or camcorder without an LP function.

• Audio dubbing is not possible with LP mode recordings.

Features

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4 Press f or d to select “LP”, then press

SET.

TAPE SPEED

Useful Features Camera Recording

Selecting the 16-bit Audio Recording Mode

Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, DUAL-

CAMERA

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

1 Set the camcorder to TAPE-CAMERA or

DUAL-CAMERA mode (see page 28).

2 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until

the menu screen appears.

3 Select U, then press SET. Select

“AUDIO MODE” (1), then press SET (2).

AUD IO SE T

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Features

1 1 2

SET

AUD IO MODE

ZOOM MI C

IND D IA LOG REC RETURN

SET

1 2bit

1 6bit

To return to 12-bit audio recording mode

Select “12bit” in step 4 above.

Note:

• When using Audio Dubbing with 16-bit audio recordings, both the dubbed and original sounds will be recorded in mono (see page 66).

4 Press f or d to select “16bit”, then

press SET.

AUD I O MODE

1 6bit

5 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to

turn off the menu screen.

• The 16-bit audio recording mode indicator appears.

16-bit audio recording mode indicator

AUTO

16bit

Digital Image Stabilization

SRCH

(DIS)

Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, DUAL-

CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA

The digital image stabilization (DIS) function is factory preset to on to stabilize the image by electronically compensating for relatively minor image shaking that is often annoying in closeup shots.

DIS indicator

AUTO

min

GAMMA

FADE

Note:

• The DIS function cannot compensate for excessive image shaking.

SRCH

Turning Off the DIS Function

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

1 Set the camcorder to TAPE-CAMERA,

DUAL-CAMERA or CARD-CAMERA mode (see page 28).

2 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until

the menu screen appears.

3 Select T, then press SET. Select “DIS”

(1), then press SET (2).

4 Press f or d to select “OFF”, then

press SET.

DIS

OFF

5 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to

turn off the menu screen.

• The z indicator is turned off.

To return to DIS mode

Select “ON” in step 4 above.

Features

Useful

1 1 2

SET

MANU AL S ET

AN. FOCUS SHUT. S PE ED EXPOSURE

PI C. EFFECT SCENE MENU

QK. RETURN

DIS RETURN

SET

OFF

Useful Features Camera Recording

Setting the Digital Zoom

Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, DUAL-

CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA

You can select from among three different zoom ranges in TAPE-CAMERA, DUALCAMERA and CARD-CAMERA modes: 1–10× (optical zoom), 10–40× (digital zoom), or 10– 200× (digital zoom). The digital zoom allows you to record powerful close-up pictures with the same operation as normal zooming.

Notes:

• The digital zoom is in addition to the optical zoom giving a combined maximum zoom range of 1–200×.

• As the image is enlarged digitally, the picture

quality decreases when higher digital zoom settings are used.

1 Set the camcorder to TAPE-CAMERA,

DUAL-CAMERA or CARD-CAMERA mode (see page 28).

2 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until

the menu screen appears.

Useful

Features

MANU AL S ET

AN. FOCUS SHUT. S PE ED EXPOSURE

PI C. EFFECT SCENE MENU

QK. RETURN

DIS RETURN

SET

4 Press f or d to select “40” or “200” ,

then press SET.

DGTL Z OOM

002

5 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to

turn off the menu screen.

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

Digital zoom indicator

D-

To use optical zoom only

Select “OFF” in step 4 above.

3 Select Y, then press SET. Select

“DGTL ZOOM” (1), then press SET (2).

CAMERA SET

REC MODE

PHOTO SNAP

EFF.SNAP

DGT L ZOOM

TAPE SPEED 16 9: RETURN

1 1 2

SET

OFF OFF

40 200

Gamma Brightness Compen-

min

GAMMA

SRCH

min

GAMMA

FADE

SRCH

min

SRCH

min

min GAMMA

FADE

GAMMA

FADE

SRCH

sation

Note:

• When the x indicator is displayed, the

• When the x indicator is displayed, the background will become slightly brighter.

background will become slightly brighter.

Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, DUALCAMERA, CARD-CAMERA

When the subject is backlit or when recording in a dark or poorly illuminated location, the image will appear dark if it is recorded normally. The gamma brightness compensation function improves the picture by increasing the brightness of the image.

Recording a backlit subject

Press GAMMA once.

• “GAMMA” turns yellow; indicating that Gamma Brightness Compensation is now working.

AUTO

GAMMA

FADE

6 0

min

GAMMA

FADE

GAMMA

FADE

AUTO

SRCH

To cancel Gamma Brightness Compensation

Press GAMMA until the x indicator disappears.

Recording in a poorly illuminated location

At locations where lighting is insufficient, “LIGHT” is displayed on the screen.

Press GAMMA once.

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

L I GH TLIGHT

SRCH

L I GH TLIGHT

FADE

GAMMA

AUT

FADE

AUTO

OAUTO

6 0

min

GAMMA

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FADE

To obtain a brighter picture

Press GAMMA again.

• The x indicator appears.

FADE

GAMMA

AUTUTOAUTO

FADE

6 0

min

GAMMA

min

GAMMA

SRCH

6 0

min

GAMMA

FADE

GAMMA

FADE

SRCH

To obtain a brighter picture

Press GAMMA again.

• The ` indicator appears.

AUTOAUTO

GAMMA

FADE

6 0

min

FADE

min

GAMMA

SRCH

Useful Features

AN. FOCUS

EXPOSURE

SHUT. S PE ED

PI C. EFFECT SCENE MENU QK. RETURN

START

STOP

MANU AL S ET

DIS RETURN

SET

1 1 2

SRCH

Camera Recording

To cancel the gain-up function

Press GAMMA until the ` indicator disappears.

Notes:

• Some picture noise appears in Gamma Brightness Compensation mode. The picture noise increases when the ` indicator is displayed.

• When the ` indicator is displayed, a residual image may appear behind a subject that exhibits a lot of movement.

• Fine brightness adjustment is possible using the manual exposure function (see page 60).

Edit Search

Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, DUAL-

CAMERA

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

1 Set the camcorder to TAPE-CAMERA or

Useful

DUAL-CAMERA mode (see page 28).

Features

2 In Recording

Standby mode, press SRCH (SEARCH).

SRCH

Quick Return

Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, DUAL-

CAMERA

When you have been playing back what you have recorded on the tape, and wish to quickly return to recording from the end of the last recorded scene, use the quick return function.

1 Set the camcorder to TAPE-CAMERA or

DUAL-CAMERA mode (see page 28).

2 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until

the menu screen appears.

3 Select T, then press SET. Select “QK.

RETURN” (1), then press SET (2).

4 Press f or d to select “START”, then

press SET.

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

3 Press and hold down

e (forward edit search) or r (reverse edit search).

4 When you find the point where you want

to begin recording, release the button.

5 Press SRCH to cancel the Edit Search

function.

Notes:

• The sound is off during search.

• Forward edit search is performed at the same speed as normal playback, and reverse edit search at 6.5 times the normal playback speed.

• Some picture noise appears during reverse edit search.

SRCHSRCH

5 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to

Notes:

• To cancel the quick return function, press SET to select “STOP”, then press SET.

• If the cassette has been removed since the last recording or if no recording has been made since the cassette was loaded, the quick return function cannot be used.

QK. RETURN

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

turn off the menu screen.

Dual Recording

SRCH SRCH

NORMAL

CARD

2/98

CARD

AUTO

min

GAMMA

FADE

SRCH

Available mode: DUAL-CAMERA

By setting the camcorder to DUAL-CAMERA mode, you can automatically record motion images on a tape and still images on a card without operating the Media Selection switch.

STILL button

REC START/STOP button

1 Make sure that a Mini DV cassette and a

card are inserted in the camcorder.

2 Set the Media Selection

switch to DUAL.

3 Hold down the Lock button and set the

POWER switch to CAMERA.

• The camcorder turns on in DUALCAMERA mode.

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

Number of shots remaining

Number of shots taken

AUTO

2/98

NORMAL

4 Press the REC START/STOP button to

begin recording motion images of the subject on a tape.

• Operate the camcorder just as you ordinarily would when recording in TAPE-CAMERA mode.

AUTO

min

GAMMA

FADE

SRCH

Press the STILL button to record a still image of the subject on a card.

• The O indicator flashes red while the image is being recorded on the card.

Notes:

• If you press the STILL button while recording motion images on a tape in DUAL-CAMERA mode, a still image of the subject is recorded on the tape for 1.5 seconds as well as on a card (the Q indicator is recorded on the tape along with the still image).

• See page 77 for playing back still images recorded on a card.

REC

2/98

NORMAL

Features

Useful

Lock button

min

GAMMA

FADE

Resolution setting indicator

Note: You can select the desired picture quality for still images recorded on a card (see page 72).

SRCH

Useful Features Camera Recording

Still Recording on Tape

Available mode: TAPE-CAMERA

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

Still Recording mode options

SNAP: A still picture is recorded for 6 seconds. STILL: A continuous still image is recorded.

Selecting Still Recording Mode

1 Set the camcorder to TAPE-CAMERA

mode (see page 28).

2 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until

the menu screen appears.

3 Select Y, then press SET. Select

“SNAP EFF.” (1), then press SET (2).

CAMERA SET

REC MODE

PHOTO SNAP

EFF.SNAP DGT L ZOOM TAPE SPEED 16 9: RETURN

SET

OF F

PHOTO

9 16

Useful

Features

1 1 2

SET

4 Press f or d to select “OFF”, then

press SET.

OFFEFF.SNAP

5 Press f or d (1) to select “PHOTO

SNAP”, then press SET (2).

CAMERA SET

REC MODE

1 1 2

SET

PHOTO SNAP SNAP

EFF.SNAP DGT L ZOOM TAPE SPEED 16 9: RETURN

ST ILL

SET

6 Press f or d to select the desired still

recording mode, then press SET.

SHOT

FRAMES

7 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to

turn off the menu screen.

Using Still Recording

STILL button

REC START/STOP button

1 Set the camcorder to TAPE-CAMERA

mode.

2 In Recording Standby mode,

press the STILL button.

• A still image of the subject is displayed.

3 Press the REC START/STOP

button.

• The still image is recorded.

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

To pause recording

Press the REC START/STOP button.

To cancel the still image

In SNAP mode, press the STILL button while

the camcorder is in Recording Standby mode.

In STILL mode, press the STILL button.

Notes:

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

• If you use SNAP during recording, a still picture is recorded for 6 seconds, and then the camcorder enters Recording Standby mode.

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

PHOTO SNAP ST ILL

Still Recording Effects

Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, CARD-

CAMERA

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

Type of Still Recording Effects

PHOTO SHOT: A still picture is recorded

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

9 FRAMES: A still picture is recorded at

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

16 FRAMES: A still picture is recorded at

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

Selecting a still recording effect

1 Set the camcorder to TAPE-CAMERA or

CARD-CAMERA mode (see page 28).

2 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until

the menu screen appears.

3 Select Y, then press SET.

Note:

• In TAPE-CAMERA mode, select the desired still recording mode (see page

39).

4 Press f or d (1) to select “SNAP

EFF.”, then press SET (2).

CAMERA SET

REC MODE

1 1 2

SET

PHOTO SNAP

EFF.SNAP DGT L ZOOM TAPE SPEED 16 9: RETURN

OF F

PHOTO

FRAMES

9 16

SHOT

FRAMES

Using PHOTO SHOT, 9 FRAMES or 16 FRAMES mode

1 Perform the steps in “Selecting a still

recording effect” to select “PHOTO SHOT”, “9 FRAMES” or “16 FRAMES”.

2 In Recording Standby mode,

press the STILL button.

• In TAPE-CAMERA mode, a still image of the subject is displayed with the selected effect. Perform step 3.

• In CARD-CAMERA mode, the still image of the subject will be recorded with the selected effect. Omit step 3.

3 Press the REC START/STOP

button.

• The still image of the subject will be recorded on tape.

To cancel the still image in TAPECAMERA mode

In SNAP mode, press the STILL button while

the camcorder is in Recording Standby mode.

In STILL mode, press the STILL button.

Notes:

• Still recording effects can also be used during recording on tape by pressing the STILL button.

• If you use PHOTO SHOT while recording on tape, the visual effects of a camera shutter closing will not work.

• You can use PHOTO SHOT without the sound effect of a camera shutter closing by setting the SOUND menu item to “OFF” (see page 88).

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

Features

Useful

SET

5 Press f or d to select the desired still

recording effect, then press SET.

EFF.SNAP

PHOTO SHOT

6 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to

turn off the menu screen.

Useful Features Camera Recording

Digital Picture Effects

Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, DUAL-

CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA

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

Digital picture effect options

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

of an old photograph.

MOSAIC: To record a picture divided up into

tiles.

SOLARI: To record with enhanced contrast,

creating a unique artistic image.

NEGA: To record a picture whose blacks and

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

1 Hold down the Lock button and set the

POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR.

2 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until

the menu screen appears.

Useful

Features

MANU AL S ET

AN. FOCUS SHUT. S PE ED EXPOSURE

PI C. EFFECT SCENE MENU

QK. RETURN

DIS RETURN

SET

4 Press f or d to select the desired

digital picture effect, then press SET.

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

PIC. EFFECT

5 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to

turn off the menu screen.

To cancel the digital picture effect

Select “OFF” in step 4 above.

Note:

• Digital picture effects cannot be used when a

still image is displayed.

3 Select T, then press SET. Select “PIC.

EFFECT” (1), then press SET (2).

MANU AL S ET

AN. FOCUS SHUT. S PE ED EXPOSURE

PI C. EFFECT SCENE MENU

QK. RETURN

DIS RETURN

SET

OFF

BW SEP I A M SOL ARI NEGA

1 1 2

SET

OSA I C

Fade In and Fade Out

min

GAMMA

SRCH

min

GAMMA

SRCH

min

GAMMA

SRCH

Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, DUALCAMERA

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

Fade in

Fade out

Setting Fade Mode

1 Set the camcorder to TAPE-CAMERA or

DUAL-CAMERA mode (see page 28).

2 In Recording Standby mode, press

FADE.

AUTO

1 2 bit12 bit

Using Fade Mode

1 Press the REC START/STOP button to

begin recording.

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

AUTO

1 2 bit12 bit

min

GAMMA

FADE

GAMMA

SRCH

2 Press the REC START/STOP button at

the point where you wish to stop recording.

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

AUTO

1 2 bit12 bit

min

GAMMA

FADE

GAMMA

SRCH

Features

Useful

FADE

min

GAMMA

SRCH

To cancel Fade mode

Press FADE again.

To use Fade Out only

1 During camera recording in TAPE-

CAMERA mode, press FADE.

2 Press the REC START/STOP button at

the point where you wish to stop recording.

Note:

• Fade mode is automatically canceled after Fade Out.

Useful Features Camera Recording

Wide Screen (16:9)

Available mode: TAPE-CAMERA

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

Normal screen Wide screen

1 Set the camcorder to TAPE-CAMERA

mode (see page 28).

2 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until

the menu screen appears.

3 Select Y, then press SET. Select “16:9”

(1), then press SET (2).

CAMERA SET

Useful

Features

1 1 2

SET

REC MODE

PHOTO SNAP

EFF.SNAP

DGT L ZOOM

TAPE SPEED 16 9: RETURN

OFF

Macro Shots

Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, DUAL-

CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA

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

Tripod

Power Zoom W button

SET

4 Press f or d to select “ON”, then press

SET.

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5 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to

turn off the menu screen.

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

To return to normal screen

Select “OFF” in step 4 above.

Notes:

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

• It is recommended that you use a tripod for recording macro shots, to prevent image shaking.

Letting the Subject Monitor the Shot

Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, DUAL-

CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA

Open the LCD monitor and rotate it 180° vertically so that the screen faces the other way and the subject can monitor the shot while you are recording with the viewfinder.

If the camcorder is steadied, you can record yourself in the scene by watching yourself on the LCD monitor. The supplied infrared remote control is useful for such occasions.

1 Pull out the viewfinder completely. Open

the LCD monitor to a 90° angle to the camcorder body (1), and then rotate it 180° vertically (2).

180

3 Set the POWER switch to CAMERA.

• The subject is displayed in the viewfinder, and a mirror image of the subject is displayed on the LCD monitor.

4 Press the REC START/STOP button to

begin recording.

Caution:

• Do not invert the image by rotating the LCD monitor during recording.

Notes:

• The screen image is automatically inverted when the vertical rotation of the LCD monitor is between 135° and 180°. When the monitor is rotated back to within 135°, the image returns to normal.

• If the indicator flashes when the LCD monitor is in the inverted position, this indicates a warning. To check the type of warning, rotate the monitor back to within 135°. (See pages 9 and 10 for descriptions of the warning indicators.)

Auto Focus

Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, DUAL-

CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA

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

Features

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2 Set the Media Selection switch to TAPE,

DUAL, or CARD.

Notes:

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

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

• Auto Focus may not work in the situations described on page 54. In these situations, use the manual focus function.

Useful Features

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Using the Infrared Remote Control

Available modes: all modes

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

Installing the Batteries in the Remote Control

1 Open the battery compartment cover.

2 Insert the two supplied AA (R6 or UM/

SUM-3) batteries with the battery poles positioned as indicated.

Useful

Features

Turning on the Infrared Remote Control Mode

Available modes: TAPE-VCR, CARD-VCR

1 Set the camcorder to TAPE-VCR or

CARD-VCR mode (see page 28).

2 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until

the menu screen appears.

3 Select I, then press SET. Select

“REMOTE” (1), then press SET (2).

OTHERS

REMOT E SOUND TIME CODE TC OUT RETURN

SET

OFF

4 Press f or d to select “ON”, then press

SET.

REMOT E

5 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to

turn off the menu screen.

3 Replace the cover.

Note:

• When the batteries are depleted and the remote control does not operate, replace them with new AA (R6 or UM/SUM-3) batteries.

Caution:

• Do not use old and new batteries or batteries of different brands together.

Control Buttons on the Infrared Remote Control

TAPE REC START/STOP

button [pp. 22, 38]

CARD REC button [pp. 38, 71]

REW button [pp. 25, 26]

PAUSE/STILL button [p. 26]

STOP button [p. 25]

Playback Direction buttons

[p. 47]

Operating the Infrared Remote Control

1 Open the LCD monitor to a 90° angle to

the camcorder body (1), and then rotate it 180° vertically (2).

180

ZOOM T/W buttons [pp. 23, 53]

VOL. =/- buttons [p. 26]

PLAY button [p. 25]

FF button [pp. 25, 26]

SLOW button [p. 47]

Shift buttons [p. 52]

4 Aim the remote control transmitter at the

infrared remote sensor of the camcorder, and press the control buttons for operation.

Approximate operating range of remote control

Features

Useful

2 Set the Media Selection switch on the

camcorder to TAPE, DUAL, or CARD.

3 Set the POWER switch on the camcorder

to CAMERA or VCR.

5 m

Infrared remote sensor

Transmitter

Notes:

• Be careful not to allow direct sunlight or bright light from interior illumination to fall onto the remote sensor, as this may prevent the remote control from operating properly.

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

Useful Features Playback

Tape Playback Functions with the Infrared Remote Control

Available mode: TAPE-VCR

These tape playback functions can be operated using the supplied infrared remote control. (See pages 45 and 46 for use of the infrared remote control.)

PAUSE/STILL button

PLAY button

SLOW button

Playback Direction buttons

Reverse Playback

Useful

Features

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

During tape playback, press the Playback Direction m button.

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

Note:

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

Frame Advance

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

1 During tape playback, press the PAUSE/

STILL button (n) to pause playback.

2 Press the Playback Direction , (or

m) button.

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

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

Notes:

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

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

Slow

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

During tape playback, press the SLOW button (/).

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

Displaying the Date and Time of Recording

Using Earphones (Commercially Available)

Available modes: all modes

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

1 Hold down the Lock button and set the

POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR.

2 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until

the menu screen appears.

3 Select P, then press SET. Select

“DISPLAY” (1), then press SET (2).

1 1 2

SET

CLOCK SE T

DISPLAY AREA SUMR T IME SET T ING 12H 24H RETURN

OFF

DAT E DAT E+TIME

SET

4 Press f or d to select “DATE” or

“DATEHTIME”, and then press SET.

DISPLAY

DATE+TIME

5 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to

turn off the menu screen.

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

min

GAMMA

FADE

Notes:

• Before recording, make sure that the date and time have been correctly set (see pages 17 and

18). If they have not been set, the display will be left blank (“–”) when playing back the recording. (The display will also be left blank for unrecorded or damaged portions of the tape.)

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

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2002.6

03:01

Available modes: TAPE-VCR, TAPE-CAMERA, DUAL-CAMERA

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

3.5 mm diameter plug can be connected to the camcorder by using the supplied earphones connecting cable.

Open the jack cover, and connect stereo earphones to the camcorder as shown in the figure.

PHONES jack

To PHONES jack

Earphones connecting cable (supplied)

Notes:

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

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

• When recording, you cannot adjust the volume with the Power Zoom/VOL. buttons on the camcorder. Use the VOL. buttons on the infrared remote control instead.

Features

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GAMMAGAMMA

GAMMA

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Using the Time Code

Available modes: TAPE-VCR, TAPE-CAMERA,

DUAL-CAMERA

The time code shows the hour, minute and second of recording, and the frame number (1 frame = approx. 1/25 sec.). This is automatically recorded along with the subject when you are recording on the tape. You can display the time code on the screen to check the elapsed time when playing back from tape or recording on tape.

Display format

0 00 10 20TC

Frame number*

Second

Minute

Hour

*Displayed during still

or frame advance playback.

1 In TAPE-VCR, TAPE-CAMERA, or

DUAL-CAMERA mode, press the

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MENU/DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears.

Features

2 Select I, then press SET. Select “TIME

CODE” (1), then press SET (2).

4 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to

turn off the menu screen.

• The time code appears.

Time code

TCO 0 5:35:

To turn off the time code

Select “DISP. OFF” in step 3 above.

Note:

• When the tape reaches an unrecorded section, the time code returns to “TC-:--:--”. Once recorded, the time code cannot be changed.

Displaying the time code on a TV during playback

1 In TAPE-VCR mode, select I, then

press SET. Select “TC OUT” (1), then press SET (2).

OTHERS

REMOT E SOUND

TIME CODE TC OUT RETURN

OFF

OTHERS

REMOT E

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SET

SOUND

TIME CODE TC OUT RETURN

3 Press f or d to select “DISP. ON”, then

press SET.

TIME CODE

DISP. ON

SET

DISP.OFF

DISP.ON

SET

2 Press f or d to select “ON”, then press

SET.

TC OUT

3 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to

turn off the menu screen.

Playback Effects

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Available mode: TAPE-VCR

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

Type of Playback Effects

OVERLAP: A still image fades out as the next

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

Using Playback Effect

1 In TAPE-VCR mode, press the MENU/

DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears.

2 Select V, then press SET. Select “PB

EFFECT” (1), then press SET (2).

PLAYBACK SE T

AUDI O DUB AUDI O

EFFECT

PIC. PB EFFECT M

ULTI F RAME

RETURN

OFF

OVE RLAP W

IPE

WIPE: A still image is replaced with the next

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

Preparation

Plan the scene transition, and record still images with the still recording function (see page 39).

SET

3 Press f or d to select “OVERLAP” or

“WIPE”, then press SET.

PB EFFECT

IPE

4 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to

turn off the menu screen.

5 Rewind or fast forward the tape to just

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

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

To cancel the playback effect

Select “OFF” in step 3 above.

Notes:

• Playback effects will be canceled if Multiple

Strobe Playback, Picture Effect Playback or Playback Zoom is used thereafter.

• Playback effects will be canceled if the power source is interrupted.

Features

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Notes:

• Playback effects can also be used to provide a transition from a still image to a moving image.

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

Useful Features Playback

Picture Effect Playback

Available modes: TAPE-VCR, CARD-VCR

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

Picture effect options

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

white.

SEPIA: The picture is displayed in sepia colour

similar to that of an old photograph.

MOSAIC*: The picture is divided up into tiles. SOLARI: The contrast of the subject is

enhanced, creating a unique artistic image.

NEGA: The blacks and whites of the image are

reversed and colours of the image are inverted.

*Available only in TAPE-VCR mode.

1 During playback in TAPE-VCR or CARD-

VCR mode, press the MENU/DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears.

2 Select V, then press SET. Select “PIC.

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Features

EFFECT” (1), then press SET (2).

PLAYBACK SE T

AUDI O DUB

1 1 2

SET

AUDI O

EFFECT

PIC. PB EFFECT M

ULTI F RAME

RETURN

SET

OFF

BW SEP I A M SOL ARI NEGA

To cancel Picture Effect Playback

Select “OFF” in step 3 above.

Notes:

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

• Picture Effect Playback cannot be used with Multiple Strobe Playback, Playback Effects or Slide Show Playback.

OSA IC

3 Press f or d to select the desired

picture effect, then press SET.

P IC. EFFECT

4 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to

turn off the menu screen.

Playback Zoom

DIO

GAMMA

DIO

GAMMA

Available modes: TAPE-VCR, CARD-VCR

The playback zoom function allows you to magnify the playback picture up to 10 times its original size and to shift the magnified picture by using the remote control (see pages 45 and 46 for use of the remote control.).

ZOOM buttons

Shift buttons

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

1 During playback in TAPE-VCR or CARD-

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

Playback zoom indicator

AUDIO

1 2

AUDIO

To cancel Playback Zoom

Press the ZOOM W button to zoom out to the widest angle.

Notes:

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

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

Features

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GAMMA

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

shift the displayed image.

AUDIO

1 2

AUDIO

2+1

GAMMA

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OFF

FRAMES

AUDI O DUB

PIC.

EFFECT

AUDI O

PB EFFECT M

ULTI F RAME

PLAYBACK SE T

RETURN

SET

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DIO

GAMMA

DIO

GAMMA

Playback

Gamma Playback

Available mode: TAPE-VCR

The gamma playback function improves the tape playback picture by increasing the brightness of the subject while leaving the brighter portions of the image unaffected.

During playback in TAPE-VCR mode, press GAMMA once.

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

GAMMA1GAMMA 1

GAMMA

To obtain a brighter picture, press GAMMA again.

•“GAMMA2” appears.

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Features

GAMMA

GAMMA22GAMMA

AUDIO

1 2

GAMMA

1 2

Multiple Strobe Playback

Available mode: TAPE-VCR

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

1 In TAPE-VCR mode, press the MENU/

DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears.

2 Select V, then press SET. Select

“MULTI FRAME” (1), then press SET (2).

3 Press f or d to select “9 FRAMES”

(9-frame picture) or “16 FRAMES” (16frame picture), then press SET.

To cancel Gamma Playback

Press GAMMA button until “GAMMA1” and “GAMMA2” disappear.

Note:

• Gamma Playback has no effect during still playback.

GAMMA

ULTI F R AME

FRAMES

4 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to

turn off the menu screen, and then begin playback.

5 Press the STILL button at the

point where you want to begin the multiple strobe playback.

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

To cancel Multiple Strobe Playback

Press the STILL button again.

Note:

• Multiple Strobe Playback cannot be used

during video search, still or slow playback.

Advanced Features

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Camera Recording

Manual Focus

Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, DUAL-

CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA

Auto Focus may not be able to focus on the subject in the situations shown below. In such situations, set the camcorder to Manual Focus mode and focus manually.

Subject is too dark.

Fast-moving subject. Background is too bright.

Subject has horizontal stripes.

Light reflects off the subject.

Subject has fine, repeated

patterns.

Fast-speed shutter being

used under fluorescent

lighting.

Lack of contrast, e.g.

snow scene.

Subject is being shot through

a dirty or wet window.

Two subjects at different distances

overlap in the same scene.

Subjects at different distances

appear in the centre of the scene

at the same time.

Power Zoom buttons

EASY/MANUAL/AUTO Selection switch

1 Set the camcorder to TAPE-CAMERA,

DUAL-CAMERA, or CARD-CAMERA mode.

2 In Recording Standby

mode, set the EASY/ MANUAL/AUTO Selection switch to MANUAL.

3 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until

the menu screen appears.

4 Select T, then press SET. Select “MAN.

FOCUS” (1), then press SET (2).

MANU AL S ET

AN. FOCUS AUTO SHUT. S PE ED EXPOSURE PI C. EFFECT SCENE MENU QK. RETURN DIS RETURN

SET

ANUAL

5 Press a or s to select “MANUAL”, then

press SET.

• The focus setting screen is displayed.

MANUAL

Advanced

Features

FOCUS

min

GAMMA

FADE

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min

Camera Recording

6 Turn the CONTROL dial up or down (1)

to focus on the subject, then press the CONTROL dial (2).

• Turning the CONTROL dial up ( ): To focus fur

• Turning the CONTROL dial down ( ): To focus near

MANUAL

FOCUS

min

GAMMA

FADE

MANU AL MF

FOCUS

AUTO

SET

min

GAMMA

FADE

SRCH

7 Press the CONTROL dial to lock the

focus.

MANU AL S ET

AN. FOCUSMANUAL

SHUT. S PE ED EXPOSURE PI C. EFFECT

Features

Advanced

SCENE MENU QK. RETURN DIS RETURN

SET

8 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to

turn off the menu screen.

• “MF” is displayed.

Manual focus indicator

MANUAL MF

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GAMMA

FADE

To cancel Manual Focus mode

After performing step 4 above, select “AUTO”, then press SET.

Notes:

• The camcorder may not be able to focus correctly if the subject is within approximately

1.5 m. Set the zoom control to wide angle, and then try refocusing.

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

• When “MF” is displayed, you can manually adjust the focus by turning the CONTROL dial up or down, even if the focus setting screen is not displayed.

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Setting the Shutter Speed

AN. FOCUS

EXPOSURE

SHUT. S PE ED

PI C. EFFECT SCENE MENU QK. RETURN DIS

MANU AL S ET

AUTO

ANUAL

RETURN

SET

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Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, DUALCAMERA, CARD-CAMERA

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

Recommended Shutter Speeds

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

Situation

• Recording sports action in bright daylight.

• Recording in bright daylight at a ski resort.

• Recording outdoor sports on a partially cloudy day.

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

Recommended

shutter speed

1/10,000 sec.

1/1,000 sec.

1/250 sec.

EASY/MANUAL/AUTO Selection switch

1 Set the camcorder to TAPE-CAMERA,

DUAL-CAMERA, or CARD-CAMERA mode.

2 Set the EASY/

MANUAL/AUTO Selection switch to MANUAL.

3 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until

the menu screen appears.

4 Select T, then press SET. Select

“SHUT. SPEED” (1), then press SET (2).

Advanced

Features

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

Tips on Using the Manual Shutter Speed

• Fast shutter speeds can be used with the still recording function (see pages 38 to 40 and

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

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

1/120 sec.

5 Press a or s to select “MANUAL”, then

press SET.

• The shutter speed setting screen is displayed.

MANUAL

SHUT.

FADE

SPEED

GAMMA

00001

AUTO

SRCH

Advanced Features Camera Recording

6 Turn the CONTROL dial up or down to

select the desired shutter speed.

• The number shown is the selected shutter speed level. The adjustment range is from 1/50 sec (least slow) to 1/ 10,000 sec (most fast).

MANUAL

SPEED

SHUT.

GAMMA

FADE

MANUAL

SPEED

SHUT.

GAMMA

FADE

Features

Advanced

Shutter speed

indicator

10000 4000 2000 1000 500 250 120 50 AUTO

Shutter speed

00001

AUTO

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00001

0020

AUTO

SRCH

1/10,000 sec.

1/4,000 sec. 1/2,000 sec. 1/1,000 sec.

1/500 sec. 1/250 sec. 1/120 sec.

1/50 sec.

Variable

8 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to

turn off the menu screen.

To return to Auto Shutter Speed mode

After performing step 4 above, select “AUTO”, then press SET.

Notes:

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

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

• The manual shutter speed setting will be

canceled if a scene setting is selected thereafter.

7 Press the CONTROL dial to set the

shutter speed.

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

MANU AL S ET

AN. FOCUS

SHUT. S PE ED

EXPOSURE PI C. EFFECT SCENE MENU QK. RETURN DIS RETURN

SET

2000

Scene Menu (Programme AE)

GAMMA

FADE

SRCH

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Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, DUALCAMERA, CARD-CAMERA

You can set the camcorder to the shooting mode that will create the best results for a specific situation by just selecting one of the scene settings shown below.

Scene setting options

Scene setting

SPORT

SUNLIGHT

DUSK

PARTY

You can record a fast-moving subject with little blurriness. (The shutter speed is set to 1/500 sec.) This is effective for recording tennis swings, track and field events, and so on.

You can record without darkening the subject even if the background is particularly bright. This is effective for recording at ski areas or when swimming in the ocean.

You can accurately record the red of the setting sun and the surrounding twilight.

You can record a picture with the brightness adjusted for a subject with a large contrast to minimize white flaring. This is effective for recording subjects illuminated by a spotlight.

Effect

1 Set the camcorder to TAPE-CAMERA,

DUAL-CAMERA, or CARD-CAMERA mode.

3 Select T, then press SET. Select

“SCENE MENU” (1), then press SET (2).

MANU AL S ET

AN. FOCUS SHUT. S PE ED EXPOSURE

PI C. EFFECT

SCENE MENU

QK. RETURN

DIS RETURN

SET

OFF

SPORT SUNL IGHT DUSK PARTY

4 Press f or d to select the scene

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

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

SCENE MENU

SPORT

5 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to

turn off the menu screen.

• The selected scene setting indicator is displayed.

Scene setting indicator

SPORT

min

To cancel the scene setting

Select “OFF” in step 4 above.

Advanced

Features

2 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until

the menu screen appears.

MANU AL S ET

AN. FOCUS SHUT. S PE ED EXPOSURE

PI C. EFFECT SCENE MENU

QK. RETURN

DIS RETURN

SET

Advanced Features Camera Recording

Adjusting the White Balance

Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, DUAL-

CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA

The colour of the subject on the screen tends to look different depending on the lighting condition. The camcorder is preset to Auto White Balance mode, which automatically adjusts the hue of the picture for the current lighting condition.

Auto White Balance may not work properly for the following subjects. In this case, use the white balance lock function.

• Subjects with one dominant colour or subjects against background with one dominant colour

• Subjects under very bright light source, e.g. video lights

• Subjects under light source with red hue, e.g. glow of sunset

• Close-up images of small objects

W/B button

1 Set the camcorder to TAPE-CAMERA,

Advanced

mode.

DUAL-CAMERA or CARD-CAMERA

Features

2 In Recording Standby

mode, set the EASY/ MANUAL/AUTO Selection switch to MANUAL.

3 Aim the lens at a white object.

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

4 Press the W/B button to set the white

balance lock.

• “WHITE BAL” flashes and then changes to “W/B Lock”. To cancel the locking procedure, press the W/B button while “WHITE BAL” flashes.

MANUAL

WHITE BAL

MANUAL WB

LOCK

min

GAMMA

FADE

To cancel White Balance Lock

Press the W/B button.

• “W/B LOCK” disappears and the white balance lock is cancelled.

Notes:

• If the light source changes or if you move from indoors to outdoors, or vice versa, when recording with the white balance locked, the white balance may shift. Reset the white balance.

• Do not move the camcorder while “WHITE BAL” is flashing in step 4.

• If “WHITE BAL” does not stop flashing in step 4, return to Auto mode to cancel the locking procedure, and repeat from step 2.

• White Balance Lock will be canceled if a

scene setting is selected thereafter.

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Manual Exposure

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MANUAL

EXPOSURE

GAMMA

FADE

SRCH

Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, DUALCAMERA, CARD-CAMERA

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

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

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

4 Select T, then press SET. Select

“EXPOSURE” (1), then press SET (2).

MANU AL S ET

AN. FOCUS SHUT. S PE ED EXPOSURE PI C. EFFECT SCENE MENU QK. RETURN DIS RETURN

SET

AUTO

ANUAL

5 Press a or s to select “MANUAL”, then

press SET.

• The exposure setting screen is displayed.

MANUAL

Subject is too bright against background.

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

1 Set the camcorder to TAPE-CAMERA,

DUAL-CAMERA or CARD-CAMERA mode.

2 Set the EASY/

MANUAL/AUTO Selection switch to MANUAL.

3 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until

the menu screen appears.

EXPOSURE

FADE

GAMMA

SRCH

6 Turn the CONTROL dial up or down to

select the desired exposure level.

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

Advanced

Features

Advanced Features Camera Recording

7 Press the CONTROL dial to set expo-

sure level.

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

MANU AL S ET

AN. FOCUS SHUT. S PE ED

EXPOSURE

PI C. EFFECT SCENE MENU QK. RETURN DIS RETURN

SET

8 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to

turn off the menu screen.

To cancel Manual Exposure mode

After performing step 4 above, select “AUTO”, then press SET.

Notes:

• Manual Exposure mode will be canceled if a

scene setting is selected thereafter.

Setting the Camcorder to Full Auto Mode

Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, DUAL-

CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA

To easily record good-quality images, perform camera shooting in Full Auto mode. If “AUTO” is not displayed on the screen, the camcorder is in Manual mode. Perform the procedure below to cancel all the manual settings and set the camcorder to Full Auto mode.

EASY/MANUAL/AUTO Selection switch

Set the EASY/MANUAL/AUTO Selection switch to AUTO.

• All the manual settings selected on the MANUAL screen are cancelled.

• “AUTO” is displayed.

AUTO

Features

Advanced

Full Auto mode indicator

Using the Zoom Microphone

OFF

AUTO

TELE

AUD IO MODE

IND

ZOOM MI C

AUD IO SE T

D IALOG REC RETURN

SET

1 1 2

(Optional Accessory)

Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, DUAL-

CAMERA

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

Mounting the Zoom Microphone

1 Hold the zoom microphone as shown in

the figure, and mount it to the accessory shoe by sliding it in the direction of the arrow until it locks into place.

Accessory shoe

2 Turn the screw in the direction of the

arrow to secure the zoom microphone.

Screw

Selecting Zoom Microphone Mode

Zoom Microphone mode options

AUTO: The camcorder automatically selects

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

TELE: The zoom microphone is fixed to record

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

OFF: The zoom microphone is turned off and

the built-in microphone is turned on. This allows you to record a wider range of sound than with the zoom microphone.

1 Mount the zoom microphone to the

camcorder.

2 In TAPE-CAMERA or DUAL-CAMERA

mode, display the menu screen (see page 28).

3 Select U, then press SET. Select

“ZOOM MIC” (1), then press SET (2).

Advanced

Features

Removing the zoom microphone

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

Cautions:

• Use the zoom microphone with the windscreen left on. Taking the windscreen off will significantly increase the volume of wind.

• Do not pick up the camcorder by the zoom

microphone, as this may cause the camcorder or zoom microphone to break down.

4 Press f or d to select the desired

zoom microphone mode, then press SET.

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

ZOOM MI C

AUTO

5 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to

turn off the menu screen.

Advanced Features

OFF

AUD IO MODE

IND

ZOOM MI C

AUD IO SE T

D IALOG REC RETURN

SET

Camera Recording

Notes:

• When the camcorder is in EASY mode, the Zoom Microphone mode is fixed to “AUTO” and cannot be selected on the menu screen.

• You can also use headphones while recording. The volume is adjusting with the remote control.

Windbreak

Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, DUAL-

CAMERA

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

1 In TAPE-CAMERA or DUAL-CAMERA

mode, display the menu screen.

2 Select U, then press SET. Select

“WIND” (1), then press SET (2).

AUD IO SE T

AUD IO MODE

1 1 2

SET

ZOOM MI C

IND D IALOG REC RETURN

SET

OFF

3 Press f or d to select “ON”, then press

SET.

Features

Advanced

WIND

4 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to

turn off the menu screen.

Dialogue Recording

Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, DUAL-

CAMERA

When you want to record from a distance at a lecture, workshop, or other such occasion, the speaker’s voice may blend in with ambient sounds. You can use the Dialogue Recording function to pick up the speaker’s voice more distinctly.

1 In TAPE-CAMERA or DUAL-CAMERA

mode, display the menu screen.

2 Select E, then press SET. Select

“DIALOG REC”, and then press SET.

3 Press a or s to select “ON”, then press

SET.

DIALOG REG

4 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to

turn off the menu screen.

To cancel Dialogue Recording

Select “OFF” and then press SET in step 3 above.

To cancel Windbreak

Select “OFF” in step 3 above.

Note:

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

Advanced Features

Playback

Editing

Available mode: TAPE-VCR

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

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

Recording

CHANNEL

PAUSE /STILL

PLAY

STOP/

POWER

To S-video

input

terminal

Audio/video/S-video cable (supplied)

To AV+S terminal

Notes:

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

21-pin Euro-SCART on VCR

VIDEO AUDIO

AUDIO

(L/MONO)

(R)

Video

Audio R

Audio L

• If your VCR has an S-video input terminal, you can use the S-video plug of the supplied audio/ video/S-video cable for the video connection on the VCR. (The yellow video plug does not need to be connected to the VCR.)

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

EJECT

REC

TV/VCRSET UP

Yellow: To video input jack White: To audio input (L) jack Red: To audio input (R) jack

Playback

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

Cutting Unwanted Sequences

1 Play back the tape to be edited on the

camcorder, and locate the beginning and end of the sequence you wish to cut. Write down the time code readings at the beginning and end of that sequence (see page 49). Then, rewind the tape to before the beginning of the portion that you wish to keep.

2 Load a video cassette into the recording

VCR.

3 Press y to begin playback, and then

press the Record button on the VCR to begin recording.

4 Press the Pause/Still button on the VCR

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

5 Press the Pause/Still (or Record) button

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

To stop editing

Pressdand press the Stop button on the VCR.

Notes:

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

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

• If the date and time and/or the time code are displayed on the camcorder screen, they will be recorded along with the edited sequences. Turn them off if you do not want to record them on the edited sequences (see pages 48 and 49).

• The camcorder cannot be used as the recording source when editing analog signals.

Advanced

Features

Advanced Features Playback

Editing with the DV Terminal (IEEE1394)

Available mode: TAPE-VCR

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

Recording

Video equipment

with DV terminal

(e.g. DV camcorder)

To DV terminal

DV cable (supplied)

To DV terminal

Playback

Cutting Unwanted Sequences

Perform “Cutting Unwanted Sequences” on page 64, using the video equipment as the recording source.

Note:

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

Features

Advanced

Audio Dubbing Feature

Audio Recording

Available mode: TAPE-VCR

You can add narration to a tape recorded with this camcorder by using the built-in stereo microphone, while preserving the original audio and video recording.

Built-in stereo microphone

In normal recording mode

12-bit audio recording

The audio is recorded in stereo on Audio 1.

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

16-bit audio recording

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

Audio 1: Left sound Audio 2: Right sound

In Audio Dubbing mode

12-bit audio recording

The dubbed audio is recorded on Audio 2.

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

16-bit audio recording

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

Audio 1: Original left sound Audio 2: Dubbed sound

Note:

• You can select the 12-bit or 16-bit audio recording mode by performing the procedure on page 33.

Advanced

Features

Advanced Features

DIO

Playback

Audio Dubbing

Note:

• Use a Mini DV cassette recorded in SP mode.

Audio Dubbing is not possible with LP mode recordings.

1 Play back the recorded Mini DV cassette

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

2 Press y to pause playback. 3 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until

the menu screen appears.

4 Select V, then press SET. Select

“AUDIO DUB” (1), then press SET (2).

• The audio dubbing screen appears.

PLAYBACK SE T

1 1 2

SET

AUDI O DUB

AUDI O

PIC. PB EFFECT M

ULTI F RAME

RETURN

AUDI O DUB

EFFECT

SET

EXECUTE

AUDIO

1 2

To pause audio dubbing

Press STOP.

To quit audio dubbing

Press CANCEL. The audio dubbing screen disappears.

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

1 Press CANCEL to turn off the audio

dubbing screen.

2 Repeat steps 1 to 5 above.

Notes:

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

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

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

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

Features

Advanced

START

STOP

5 Press START to begin audio dubbing.

Record your narration.

AUDI O DUB

START

STOP

START

STOP

AUDIO

CANCEL

1 2

CANCEL

Selecting the Audio Playback Mode

Available mode: TAPE-VCR

5 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to

turn off the menu screen.

• The selected audio playback mode indicator is displayed.

You can select any of the following audio playback modes to listen to the dubbed audio.

Audio 1+2

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

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

Audio 1

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

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

Audio 2

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

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

1 Play back a Mini DV cassette with

dubbed audio.

2 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until

the menu screen appears.

3 Select V, then press SET. Select

“AUDIO” (1), then press SET (2).

PLAYBACK SE T

1 1 2

AUDI O DUB

SET

AUDI O

EFFECT

PIC. PB EFFECT M

ULTI F RAME

RETURN

1 2

AUDIO

1 2

AUDIO

AU TO

Audio playback mode indicator

Note:

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

Advanced

Features

SET

4 Press f or d to select the desired

audio playback mode, then press SET.

AUDIO

Advanced Features Playback

Using the Camcorder with Your Computer

It is possible to transfer still images or still playback images from the camcorder to a computer by using the optional Video Capture Software and the commercially available dedicated PC connecting cable.

System Requirements

• IBM PC/AT or compatible with Intel® Pentium 133 MHz or faster processor

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

• 32 MB or more of RAM

• 9 MB minimum of available hard-disk space

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

• CD-ROM drive (for installation)

• RS-232C serial port

• Mouse or other pointing device

*To install the software in Windows 2000 Professional,

you must log in as Administrator.

Installing the Software

1 Turn on the computer and start up

Windows.

2 Insert the CD-ROM of the Video Capture

Software into the CD-ROM drive.

Features

Advanced

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

install the software.

7 Restart the computer.

Connecting the Camcorder to a Computer

1 Turn off the camcorder and computer. 2 Connect the camcorder to the computer

as shown below.

To RS-232C port

(D-sub 9-pin port)

PC connecting cable (commercially available)

PC COMMUNICATION jack

3 Turn on the computer. 4 Turn on the camcorder in the desired

camcorder mode.

Notes:

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

• Images with the following functions cannot be transferred to a computer. —TAPE-VCR/CARD-VCR mode: Playback Zoom,

Picture Effect Playback

—TAPE-CAMERA/DUAL-CAMERA/CARD-

CAMERA mode: digital zoom, digital picture effects, Scene Menu

• Using a commercially available dedicated PC card adapter for each card type, it is possible to transfer still images directly from an SD Memory Card or a MultiMediaCard to a computer (see page 83).

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

Using the PDF Software Manual

The PDF manual for the Video Capture Software is included in the supplied CD-ROM. Refer to the PDF manual for detailed information on the use of the Video Capture Software.

Note:

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

Installing Adobe Acrobat Reader

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

1 Insert the CD-ROM of the Video Capture

Software into the CD-ROM drive.

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

version.

Language File name

Chinese, Simplified ar40chs.exe Chinese, Traditional ar405cht.exe Dutch ar405dut.exe English ar405eng.exe French ar405fre.exe German ar405deu.exe Italian ar405ita.exe Korean ar405kor.exe Portugese ar405por.exe Spanish, Castilian ar405esl.exe Swedish ar405swe.exe

6 Follow the on-screen instructions to

install the software.

7 Restart the computer.

Opening the PDF manual

1 Insert the CD-ROM of the Video Capture

Software into the CD-ROM drive.

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

desired language version.

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

Note:

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

Printing the PDF manual

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

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

Note: The menu expressions such as “Print”

and “File” may vary according to the language version of Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on the computer.

3 Select your print settings, and then click

“OK”.

Advanced

Features

Digital Still Camera Features

AUTO

CARD

8911

ECONOMY

GAMMAGAMMA

Digital Still Camera Features

Camera Recording

Card Recording

Available mode: CARD-CAMERA

It is possible to take a still picture in the same way as you do with a standard camera and record that image on the card.

Media Selection switch

Power Zoom buttons

STILL button

POWER switch

1 Insert a card in the camcorder (see

page 15).

2 Remove the lens cap. Pull out the

viewfinder completely or open the LCD monitor.

3 Set the Media Selection

switch to CARD.

4 Hold down the Lock button and set the

POWER switch to CAMERA.

• The camcorder turns on in CARDCAMERA mode, and the picture from the lens is displayed on the screen.

Number of shots taken

AUTO

Features

Digital Still Camera

CARD

ECONOMY

5 Press the Power Zoom buttons to frame

the subject as you desire.

Note: In CARD-CAMERA mode, the zoom will give magnification of 1–10×.

6 Press the STILL button to record a still

image of the subject.

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

Notes:

• In CARD-CAMERA mode, the angle of field is slightly wider than in TAPE-CAMERA or DUALCAMERA mode.

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

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

• It is also possible to record still images on a card by pressing the CARD REC button on the infrared remote control.

Caution:

• Do not turn the power off or remove the card while the O indicator is flashing in step 6,

9001

because this may delete or damage images on the card.

Lock button

GAMMAGAMMA

Number of shots remaining

Selecting the Picture Quality

SET

1 1 2

The picture quality of still images recorded on a card and the number of recordable images depend on picture quality setting. Select the appropriate setting to match the purpose of recording.

Approximate number of recordable images (with the supplied 8 MB MultiMediaCard)

Image size

640 480

NORMAL

Picture

quality

Note:

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

ECONOMY

FINE

Selecting the Picture Quality

Available modes: CARD-CAMERA, DUAL-

CAMERA

The camcorder compresses each image with the picture quality setting to save memory on a card.

Picture quality options

NORMAL: Records images with standard

picture quality.

ECONOMY: Allows you to take more shots than

in NORMAL mode but with a lower quality.

FINE: Records images with higher quality than

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

100

180

1 In CARD-CAMERA or DUAL-CAMERA

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

2 Select Y, then press SET. Select “REC

MODE” (1), then press SET (2).

CAMERA SET

REC MODE SNAP E FF. DGT L ZOOM GUIDE

FRM

FLASH

RETURN

SET

NORMAL

ECONOMY FINE

CARD

3 Press f or d to select the desired

setting, then press SET.

REC MODE

NORMAL

4 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to

turn off the menu screen.

• The selected resolution setting indicator is displayed.

AUTO

Resolution setting indicator

Note:

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

CARD

NORMAL

9001

Digital Still Camera

Features

Digital Still Camera Features

AUTO

CARD

9001

ECONOMY

GAMMA

Camera Recording

Recording with the Guide Frame

Available mode: CARD-CAMERA

When your subject is a person, displaying guide frames on the screen will give you a gauge for deciding on the size of the subject’s image.

Guide frame options

CLOSE-UP: This will display a guide frame for

recording a person’s face in close-up.

PORTRAIT: This will display a guide frame for

recording an upper-body view of a person.

FULL-BODY: This will display a guide frame for

recording a full-body view of a person.

1 In CARD-CAMERA mode, display the

menu screen.

2 Select W, then press SET. Press a or

s to select “GUIDE FRM”, then press

SET.

CARD

1 1 2

CAMERA SET

REC MODE

SET

SNAP E FF. DGT L ZOOM GUIDE

FRM

FLASH

RETURN

OFF

CLOSE–UP PORTRA IT

FULL–BODY

4 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until

the menu screen turns off.

• The selected guide frame is displayed.

To turn off the guide frame

Select “OFF” and then press SET in step 3 above.

3 Press a or s to select “CLOSE-UP”,

“PORTRAIT” or “FULL-BODY”, then

press SET.

GUIDE FRM

Features

Digital Still Camera

FULL–BODY

SET

Recording with the Self-timer

Available mode: CARD-CAMERA

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

1 In CARD-CAMERA mode, press the

MENU/DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears.

3 Frame the subject, and then press the

STILL button to set the timer.

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

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

Self-timer operating indicator

AUTO

NORMAL

CARD

9001

MANUAL S ET

AN. FOCUS SHUT. S PE ED EXPOSURE

PI C. EFFECT SCENE

MEN U

SEL F T IMER

DIS

RETURN

SET

CARD

2 Select T, then press SET. Select “SELF

TIMER” (1), then press SET (2).

CARD

NORMAL

9001

1 1 2

SET

MANUAL S ET

AN. FOCUS

SHUT. S PE ED EXPOSURE

PI C. EFFECT SCENE

SEL F T IMER

DIS RETURN

AUTO

MEN U

SET

EXECUTE

GAMMA CANCEL

Notes:

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

• To pause the selftimer, press the STILL button again in step 3.

• To cancel the self-timer, press CANCEL in step

• Self-timer mode will be cancelled after recording one image. Repeat steps 1 to 3 to record another image with the self-timer.

Caution:

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

Digital Still Camera

Features

GAMMA CANCEL

Digital Still Camera Features

REC MODE

AUTO

CAMERA SET

FLASH

GUIDE

RETURN

FRM

DGT L ZOOM

SNAP E FF.

CARD

SET

Camera Recording

Using the Flash Light (Optional Accessory)

Available mode: CARD-CAMERA

Using the flash function of the optional IR & Flash Light VR-3VIF enables you to record good-quality still images even in dark locations.

Mounting the IR & Flash Light

1 Hold the IR & Flash Light as shown in

the figure, and mount it to the accessory shoe by sliding it in the direction of the arrow until it locks into place.

Accessory shoe

2 Turn the screw in the direction of the

arrow to secure the IR & Flash Light.

Screw

Selecting Flash Mode

Flash mode options

AUTO: Flash automatically fires when in a dark

location (“LIGHT” is displayed on the screen) each time you press the STILL button.

ON: Flash fires every time you press the STILL

button.

1 Mount the IR & Flash Light to the

camcorder and then set the Power switch on the IR & Flash Light to FLASH.

2 In CARD-CAMERA mode, display the

menu screen.

3 Select W, then press SET. Press a or

s to select “FLASH”, then press SET.

4 Press a or s to select “AUTO” or “ON”,

then press SET.

FLASH

AUTO

Removing the IR & Flash Light

Turn the screw in the opposite direction than when mounting, and then pull off the IR & Flash Light.

Caution:

Features

• Do not pick up the camcorder by the IR & Flash Light, as this may cause the camcorder or IR &

Digital Still Camera

Flash Light to break down.

Notes:

• Using the optional IR & Flash Light will shorten the continuous camera recording time with the battery pack.

• For details, see the operation manual of the optional IR & Flash Light.

• The IR light cannot be used, even if the VR-3VIF is mounted on the camcorder.

5 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until

the menu screen turns off.

• The indicator is displayed.

AUTO

Flash indicator

Caution:

• You should never use the flash with the camcorder close to another person.

Notes:

• The indicator flashes while the flash is being charged.

• If you press the STILL button while the indicator is flashing, flash does not fire but a still image of the subject is recorded.

CARD

NORMAL

9001

Formatting a Card

SET

1 1 2

Available mode: CARD-CAMERA

4 Select I, then press SET. Select

“FORMAT” (1), then press SET (2) to display the format screen.

In order to use a commercially available card with this camcorder, formatting is necessary before its first use. You also need to format a card when one of the following warning indicators appears, in order to use the card with the camcorder.

• “FORMAT MEMORY CARD”

• “MEMORY CARD ERROR”

• “MEMORY CARD READ ERROR”

• “CANNOT STORE DATA”

Cautions:

• Formatting a card deletes all images on the

card including the delete-protected images.

Be sure to copy important data on your computer or other media before formatting the card. (See pages 69, 70 and 83 to transfer data on a card to a computer.)

• Do not remove the power source during formatting, as this may cause damage to the camcorder or card. It is recommended that you use the AC outlet for the power supply.

1 Insert a card to be formatted in the

camcorder.

2 Set the camcorder to CARD-CAMERA

mode.

3 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until

the menu screen appears.

MANUAL S ET

AN. FOCUS SHUT. S PE ED EXPOSURE

PI C. EFFECT SCENE

MEN U SEL F T IMER DIS RETURN

SET

CARD

OTHERS

FORMAT

SOUND DE MO MO DE RETURN

ALL BE ERASED.

YES NO

EXECUTE

SET

FORMAT

DATA WI LL

• To cancel formatting, press NO.

5 Press YES to begin formatting.

YES

• The menu screen is displayed when formatting ends.

ALL

DATA WI LL

BE ERASED.

YES NO

6 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to

turn off the menu screen.

Note:

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

CARD

Digital Still Camera

Features

Digital Still Camera Features

NORMAL

PL AY BAC KPLAYBACK

10 0 0 0 06100 0006-

PAGE

NORMAL

PL AY BAC KPLAYBACK

10 0 0 0 09-100 0009-

PAGE

1211

1 2912

NORMALNORMAL

100 0009-

CARDCARD

MULTIMULTI

q w

MULTI

Digital Still Camera Features

Playback

Card Playback

Available mode: CARD-VCR

It is possible to play back and view still images recorded on a card on the LCD monitor.

Media Selection switch

POWER switch

1 Open the LCD monitor and adjust the

angle.

2 Set the Media Selection

switch to CARD.

3 Hold down the Lock button and set the

POWER switch to VCR.

• The camcorder turns on in CARD-VCR mode, and the images recorded on the card are displayed in a thumbnail format.

Image number

Lock button

• If the image you want to play back does not appear, press q or w to scroll through the thumbnail images.

4 Press q or w to move the selection

frame to the desired image.

• Each time you press q or w, the selection frame moves backward or forward.

Selection frame

5 Press PB.

• The selected image is displayed in fullscreen.

Features

Digital Still Camera

Note: Depending on the amount of data for

indicator displayed during playback may not

the recorded image, the picture quality

match the quality setting used during recording.

PL AY BAC K

PLAYBACK

NORMAL

Picture quality indicator

100 0012-

10 0 0 0 12-

PAGE

Page display

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Available Operations during Full-

SET

1 1 2

PROT EC T

PROT ECT

10 0 0 0 10-100 0010-

PAGE

NORMAL

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SET

RETURN

screen Display

• You can display the full-screen picture of the previous or next image by pressing q or w.

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

Caution:

• In cases where image data created on a computer or recorded on a different camcorder is played back on that equipment and the data may be corrupted (the image may have video noise or be erratic), do not play back that image data on this camcorder. Doing so can sometimes cause abnormal screen display (vertical lines and so on). If this happens, turn off the camcorder power and remove the card.

Delete-protection

Available mode: CARD-VCR

It is possible to prevent your important images recorded on the card from being accidentally erased by using the delete-protection function.

1 In CARD-VCR mode, press the MENU/

DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears.

2 Select O, then press SET. Select

“PROTECT” (1), then press SET (2).

PLAYBACK SE T

SL I DE SHO

PROTE CT EXECUTE

DELETE DELETE ALL PRI. ORDER RETURN

EFFECTPIC.

CARD

PROT EC TPROT EC T

NORMAL

SET

10 0 0 0 12-100 0012-

PAGE

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RETURN

3 Press q or w to select the image to be

protected.

Digital Still Camera

Features

Digital Still Camera Features

NORMAL

10 0 0 0 09-100 0009-

DE LET EDELE TE

PAGE

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SET

RETURN

SL I DE SHO

EFFECTPIC.

DELETE

PROTE CT

PRI. ORDER

DELETE ALL

PLAYBACK SE T

CARD

RETURN

EXECUTE

DE LET EDELE TE

NORMAL

10 0 0 0 12-100 0012-

PAGE

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SET

RETURN

SET

1 1 2

Playback

4 Press SET to set the protection.

• The R indicator appears.

Delete-protection indicator

SET

PROT EC TPROT EC T

NORMAL

CANCEL

10 0 0 0 10-100 0010-

PAGE

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RETURN

• If you want to protect another image, repeat steps 3 and 4.

5 Press RETURN, then press the MENU/

DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen.

To cancel the protection setting

1 Select the image for which the protection

setting is to be canceled in step 3 above.

PROT EC TPROT EC T

NORMAL

CANCEL

10 0 0 0 10-100 0010-

PAGE

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RETURN

Deleting Stored Images

Available mode: CARD-VCR

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

Note:

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

Deleting a Particular Image

1 In CARD-VCR mode, press the MENU/

DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears.

2 Select O, then press SET. Select

“DELETE” (1), then press SET (2).

2 Press CANCEL to cancel the protection.

• The R indicator disappears.

PROT EC TPROT EC T

NORMAL

SET

CANCEL

Features

Digital Still Camera

3 Press RETURN, then press the MENU/

DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen.

Note:

• Formatting a card deletes all images on it,

including the ones with the delete-protection setting.

10 0 0 0 10-100 0010-

PAGE

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RETURN

3 Press q or w to select the image to be

deleted.

4 Press SET to set the image.

SL I DE SHO

EFFECTPIC.

DELETE

PROTE CT

PRI. ORDER

DELETE ALL

PLAYBACK SE T

RETURN

CARD

SET

1 1 2

• To cancel deletion, press RETURN.

SET

DE LET EDELE TE

NORMAL

DEL ETE ?

YES NO

5 Press YES to delete the image.

10 0 0 0 09-100 0009-

PAGE

Deleting All Stored Images

You can delete all images stored on a card with a press of a button.

Note:

• If you want to keep some images on the card,

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first delete-protect them (see page 78), and then perform the procedure below.

1 In CARD-VCR mode, press the MENU/

DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears.

YES

DE LET EDELE TE

SET

• If you want to delete another image, repeat steps 3 to 5.

6 Press RETURN, then press the MENU/

DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen.

10 0 0 0 10-100 0010-

PAGE

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RETURN

2 Select O, then press SET. Select

“DELETE ALL” (1), then press SET (2).

10 0 0 0 03-100 0003-

PAGE

CARD

Digital Still Camera

Features

PLAYBACK SE T

SL I DE SHO

PROTE CT DELETE

DELETE ALL

PRI. ORDER RETURN

DE LET E A LLDEL ETE A LL

NORMAL

DEL ETE A LL?

EFFECTPIC.

EXECUTE

SET

1 2 3

YES NO

• To cancel deletion, press NO.

Digital Still Camera Features

SET

1 1 2

SL I DE SHO

EFFECTPIC.

DELETE

PROTE CT

PRI. ORDER

DELETE ALL

PLAYBACK SE T

RETURN

CARD

SET

Playback

3 Press YES to delete all the images.

YES

NORMAL

Notes:

• The protected images cannot be deleted. Cancel the protection setting to delete the image (see page 78).

• If a print order is assigned to delete-protected images and you use the Delete All function, the print order will be cancelled (the protection setting will not be cancelled).

• It will take some time to complete deleting all the stored images.

Caution:

• Do not turn the power off while deleting images.

1 2 3

DEL ETE

ALL

NOW

DEL ET I NG

YES

1 2 3

PL AY BAC KPLAYBACK

PAGE

10 0 0 0 05-100 0005-

PAGE

Slide Show Playback

Available mode: CARD-VCR

It is possible to automatically play back consecutive still images recorded on a card. This is useful when confirming the data recorded on a card.

1 Set the camcorder to CARD-VCR mode. 2 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until

the menu screen appears.

3 Select O, then press SET. Select

“SLIDE SHOW” (1), then press SET (2).

PLAYBACK SE T

SL I DE SHO

PROTE CT DELETE DELETE ALL PRI. ORDER RETURN

EXECUTE

EFFECTPIC.

CARD

Features

Digital Still Camera

SET

4 Slide Show Playback begins.

CANCEL

• The recorded images will be displayed in full-screen one after another in order of recording.

SL I D E SHOWSL I DE SHOW

Dubbing Images from a Card to a Tape

Available mode: CARD-VCR

CARD

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

1 Insert the recorded card and a Mini DV

cassette in the camcorder.

CANCEL

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

5 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to

turn off the menu screen.

To stop Slide Show Playback

During slide show playback, press CANCEL, then press the MENU/DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen.

Notes:

• The display interval may vary depending upon the image size.

• Slide Show Playback automatically stops if you press the MENU/DISPLAY button.

• Slide Show Playback cannot be used with

Picture Effect Playback.

2 Set the camcorder to TAPE-VCR mode,

then cue to the location on the tape to be dubbed.

3 Set the camcorder to CARD-VCR mode.

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PL AY BAC KPLAYBACK

NORMAL

10 0 0 0 12-100 0012-

PAGE

4 If the image you want to dub does not

appear, press q or w to scroll through the thumbnail images.

5 Press q or w to select the desired

image, then press PB.

• The selected image is displayed in fullscreen.

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PL AY BAC KPLAYBACK

NORMAL

10 0 0 0 09-100 0009-

PAGE

Digital Still Camera

Features

Digital Still Camera Features

REC

Playback

6 Press the REC START/STOP button.

• The camcorder enters Recording Standby mode.

REC

CANCEL

7 Press REC to begin dubbing the image

to the tape.

REC

CANCEL

8 Press REC again to stop dubbing.

REC

Directly Transferring the Data on a Card to a Computer

Using a commercially available PC card adapter for each card type, it is possible to transfer still images directly from a card to a computer.

Image Folders and File Names

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

••••••

DCIM

Folder of still image files

100SHARP

DVC00001.JPG DVC00002.JPG

Sub-folder of still images

Serial number (100 to 999)

Still image

REC

9 Press CANCEL to cancel dubbing the

image.

• If you want to dub another image, repeat step 6 to 8 after selecting the image.

Features

Digital Still Camera

CANCEL

Using a PC Card Adapter

SET

1 1 2

(Commercially Available)

PC card adapter

Note:

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

To PC card slot

Print Order

Available mode: CARD-VCR

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

About DPOF

DPOF is an abbreviation of “Digital Print Order Format”. This format defines print information such as the specified number of pages to be printed. In the future, it will be possible to easily print still images using the DPOF feature when you use a DPOF-compatible printer or visit a shop with a service for printing DPOF images.

Note:

• It is possible to print an image even if no print order has been assigned.

Assigning Print Order to an Image

1 In CARD-VCR mode, press the MENU/

DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears.

2 Select O, then press SET. Select “PRI.

ORDER” (1), then press SET (2).

PLAYBACK SE T

SL I DE SHO

PROTE CT DELETE DELETE ALL PRI. ORDER PRI . SEL ECT RETURN

EFFECTPIC.

PRI. AL L PRI. RETURN

SET

CARD

NONE

Digital Still Camera

Features

Digital Still Camera Features

Playback

3 Press f or d (1) to select “PRI.

SELECT”, then press SET (2) to display a thumbnail of the recorded images.

PLAYBACK SE T

1 1 2

SET

SL I DE SHO

PROTE CT DELETE DELETE ALL

PRI. ORDER PRI . SEL ECT

RETURN

PRI NT

NORMAL

EFFECTPIC.

–

PRI. AL L PRI.

NONE

RETURN

SET

10 0 01 2-10 0012-0

PAGE

4 Press q or w to select the image to

which you want to assign a print order.

PRI NT

NORMAL

–

10 0 01 0-01000 0010-

PAGE

CARD

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RETURN

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RETURN

5 Press + or – to select the number of

printouts.

• The M indicator appears.

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

Print order indicator

–

PRI NTPRI NT

NORMAL

–

121110

10 0 01 0-210 00001-

PAGE

RETURN

Number of printouts

• If you want to assign another print order, repeat steps 4 to 5.

6 Press RETURN, then press the MENU/

DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen.

To cancel the print order for an image

1 Select the image for which you want to

cancel the print order in step 4 above.

2 Press – to select “0”.

• The M indicator disappears.

–

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Features

Digital Still Camera

PRI NTPRI NT

NORMAL

–

10 00 01 0-10 00010-

PAGE

RETURN

3 Press RETURN, then press the MENU/

DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen.

Assigning Print Order to All Images

1 Perform steps 1 and 2 in “Assigning

Print Order to an Image”.

2 Press f or d (1) to select “PRI. ALL”,

then press SET (2).

• DPOF information for single printouts is assigned to all the images on the card.

P P P

SET

P P

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1 1 2

PL AY BAC KPLAYBACK

NORMAL

10 0 0 0 10-100 0010-

PAGE

To cancel the print order for all images

1 Perform steps 1 and 2 in “Assigning

Print Order to an Image”.

2 Press f or d (1) to select “PRI.

NONE”, then press SET (2) to cancel the print order for all images.

SELECT ALL

NONE

CARD

PLAYBACK SE T

SL I DE SHO

1 1 2

SET

EFFECTPIC. PROTE CT DELETE DELETE ALL PRI. ORDER PRI . RETURN

• The M indicators are turned off.

SET

PRI.

RETURN

Digital Still Camera

Features

Appendix

NORMAL BRI GHT

AUTO

BACKL IGHT

BRI GHT

LCD COLOUR

LCD VF SET

LCD BRI GHT

RETURN

SET

1 1 2

Appendix

Picture/Backlight Adjustments

Available modes: all modes

If the picture on the screen is difficult to see due to ambient lighting or other factors, adjust the screen picture settings.

Adjusting the screen picture

1 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until

the menu screen appears.

2 Press f or d to select O (1), then

press SET (2).

LCD VF SET

BACKL IGHT

1 1 2

SET

LCD BRI GHT LCD COLOUR

BRI GHT

RETURN

SET

3 Press f or d to select the item you

wish to adjust, then press SET.

LCD BRIGHT: Adjusts the brightness of

the picture on the LCD monitor.

LCD COLOUR: Adjusts the colour density

of the picture on the LCD monitor.

VF BRIGHT: Adjusts the brightness of the

picture in the viewfinder.

4 Press f or d to adjust the item to the

desired setting and then press SET.

Appendix

LCD BRIGHT

LCD COLOUR

VF BR I GHT

Note:

• Close the LCD monitor to turn on the viewfinder when adjusting the “VF BRIGHT” by using the CONTROL dial (See page 29).

Darker Brighter

Decrease Increase

Darker Brighter

AUTO

5 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to

turn off the menu screen.

Adjusting the Backlight

1 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until

the menu screen appears.

2 Select O, then press SET. Press f or

d to select “BACKLIGHT” (1), then

press SET (2).

3 Press f or d to select “AUTO”,

“NORMAL” or “BRIGHT”, then press SET.

BACKL I GHT

AUTO: The camcorder automatically

switches between “NORMAL” and “BRIGHT” depending on the ambient lighting. This mode is only available in TAPE-CAMERA, DUAL-CAMERA or CARD-CAMERA mode.

NORMAL: For use indoors or under

moderate lighting conditions.

BRIGHT: For use outdoors under strong

lighting conditions, such as bright daylight.

BRI GHT

4 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to

turn off the menu screen.

Note:

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

Setting the Confirmation Sound

Available modes: all modes

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

Confirmation sound setting options

CHIME: A chiming sound is made. BEEP: An electronic beeping sound is made. OFF: No confirmation sound including a

warning sound is made.

1 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until

the menu screen appears.

2 Select I, then press SET. Select

“SOUND” (1), then press SET (2).

3 Press f or d to select the desired

sound setting, then press SET.

SOUND

BEEP

4 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to

turn off the menu screen.

Note:

• If “OFF” is selected, the sound effect of a camera shutter closing in PHOTO SHOT, CARDCAMERA, and DUAL-CAMERA modes will also be turned off.

1 1 2

SET

OTHERS

SOUND TIME

CODE TC OUT DEMO

MOD E

RETURN

SET

CH IME

BEEP

OFF

Appendix

Sharp VLME10 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual