Sharp VL-ME100E Operating Instruction
LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY CAMCORDER
VL-ME100E
ENGLISH
OPERATION MANUAL
• Before using the camcorder, please read this operation manual carefully, especially pages ix to xi.
• The table of contents is located on pages xii to xiv.
OPERATION MANUAL
WARNING
TO PREVENT SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN
CAUTION
To prevent shock, do not open the
cabinet. No user serviceable parts
inside. Refer servicing to qualified
dealer or service centre.
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OR MOISTURE.
This equipment should be used with
the recommended AC adapter or
battery pack.
CAUTION
To prevent electric shocks and fire
hazards, do NOT use any other power
source.
Important:
Audio-visual material may consist of
copyrighted works which must not be
recorded without the authority of the
owner of the copyright. Please refer to
relevant laws in your country.
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.
WARNING
To prevent the MultiMediaCard and SD
Memory Card from being swallowed by
children, keep these items out of their
reach. If swallowed, seek medical
advice immediately.
Power supply:
This unit can be operated by
connecting it to either the AC adapter
or battery pack. The AC adapter
incorporates the AUTO VOLTAGE (AC
110–240 V, 50/60 Hz) function.
Trademarks
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in the United States and/or other countries.
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• 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.
Information for Australia/New Zealand Only
WARNING:
This Camcorder must be supplied with D.C. 7.4 volts only from a BT-LS222, BTL221, BT-L441, or BT-LS442A battery or the AC adapter (UADP-0321TAZZ).
CAUTION:
As there are no user-serviceable parts inside the Camcorder or AC adapter, do
NOT remove their cabinets as touching parts inside could result in electric
shock. Please refer servicing to a qualified dealer or a Camcorder service
centre approved by Sharp.
NOTE
This Camcorder is a high technology product.
The LCD Panel comprises 200,640 TFT Transistors. Due to the high density of
transistors, it is possible that some pixels may fail.
Important:
Copyright may exist in material you wish to record.
Copying such material without permission of the relevant licensees or owners of the
copyright is prohibited by law.
Sharp is not in a position to authorize the recording of copyright works and nothing in
this operation manual should be read or implied as giving that authority.
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Quick Operation Guide
Quick Operation Guide
Please consult this operation manual further for
details on these and other functions of your
camcorder.
Charging the Battery Pack
1 Connect the supplied power cord to the
AC power socket on the AC adapter/
battery charger, and insert the AC plug
into a power outlet.
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. The
indicator goes off when the battery is
fully charged.
2
1
3
CHARGE indicator
Attaching the Battery Pack
Inserting a Mini DV Cassette
1
Supply power to the camcorder.
2 Hold the camcorder as shown, slide the
cassette compartment door release and
open the cassette compartment door
completely.
3 Insert the cassette fully with the window
facing upwards and the erasure protect
tab facing outwards.
REC
REC
SAVE
SAVE
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
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).
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4 Press the mark gently until the
cassette holder clicks into place.
mark
5 Close the compartment door by pressing
the centre until it clicks into place.
Inserting a Card
Using the Viewfinder
This camcorder accepts an SD Memory Card
(commercially available) or a MultiMediaCard
(supplied) for storage of still images.
1 Make sure that the POWER switch is set
to OFF.
2 Hold the camcorder as shown, and slide
the card slot cover release in the
direction of the arrow to open the cover.
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.
1 Pull out the viewfinder completely.
2 Raise the viewfinder to better aim the
camcorder depending on your position.
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Using the LCD Monitor
1 Press the LCD monitor OPEN release in
the direction of the arrow (1), and open
the LCD monitor (2).
4 Close the card slot cover.
Label
Chipped
corner
2
90
1
2 Adjust the LCD monitor to an angle that
allows easy viewing of the on-screen
picture.
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Quick Operation Guide
1/3
REW
DISP
60
min
PLAY/
STOP
ST IL L
FF
Camera Recording on Tape
Media Selection switch
Power Zoom buttons
POWER switch
REC START/STOP button
1 Make sure that a Mini DV cassette is
inserted.
2 Remove the lens cap. Pull out the
viewfinder completely or open the LCD
monitor.
3 Set the Media Selection
switch to TAPE.
4 Hold down the Lock
button and set the
POWER switch to
CAMERA.
To pause recording
Press the REC START/STOP button again.
To turn the power off
Set the POWER switch to OFF without pressing
the Lock button.
Tape Playback
Make sure that the recorded Mini DV
1
cassette is inserted.
2 Open the LCD monitor and adjust the
angle.
3 Set the Media Selection
switch to TAPE.
4 Hold down the Lock
button and set the
Lock button
POWER switch to VCR.
5 Touch [REW] or [FF] to rewind or fast
forward the tape to the desired point.
Lock button
5 Press the Power Zoom T (Telephoto) or
W (Wide angle) button to zoom in on or
out from the subject.
6 Touch [PLAY/STILL] to begin playback.
1/3
6 Press the REC START/STOP button to
begin recording.
REC
REW
PLAY/
ST IL L
FF
STOP
DI
To stop playback
Touch [b] (Stop).
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1/3 DISP
/
60
min
Card Recording
Media Selection switch
Power Zoom buttons
STILL button
POWER switch
To turn the power off
Set the POWER switch to OFF without pressing
the Lock button.
Card Playback
Make sure that the recorded card is
1
inserted.
2 Open the LCD monitor and adjust the
angle.
3 Set the Media Selection
switch to CARD.
1 Make sure that a card is inserted.
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.
Lock button
5 Press the Power Zoom buttons to frame
the subject as you desire.
6 Press the STILL button to record a still
image of the subject.
CARD
1/23
NORMAL
RE CORD I NG TO
MEMORY CARD
AUTO
4 Hold down the Lock
button and set the
Lock button
POWER switch to VCR.
5 If the image you want to play back does
not appear, touch [H] or [J] to scroll
through the thumbnail images.
PLAYBACK
NORMA L
TECT
100- 0006
PAGE1 /2
PR INTPRO - DEL
ORD ER
6 Touch the desired image to select, and
then touch the image again to set.
• To set the image enclosed by the
selection frame, you only need to touch
the image once.
• The selected image is displayed in fullscreen.
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100- 0003
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Quick Operation Guide
Dual Recording
The Dual Recording function makes it possible
to record motion images on a tape and still
images on a card.
Media Selection switch
Power Zoom buttons
STILL button
POWER switch
REC START/STOP button
1 Make sure that a Mini DV cassette and a
card are inserted.
2 Remove the lens cap. Pull out the
viewfinder completely or open the LCD
monitor.
3 Set the Media Selection
switch to DUAL.
6 Press the REC START/STOP button to
begin recording motion images of the
subject on a tape.
• Press the REC START/STOP button
again to pause recording.
REC
2/98
NORMAL
AUTO
Press the STILL button to record a still
image of the subject on a card.
CARD
CARD
2/98
NORMAL
RE CORD I NG TO
MEMORY CARD
AUTO
To turn the power off
Set the POWER switch to OFF without pressing
the Lock button.
4 Hold down the Lock
button and set the
POWER switch to
CAMERA.
5 Press the Power Zoom buttons to frame
the subject as you desire.
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Lock button
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 analogue 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 (one card 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.
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Supplied Accessories
Intelligent
battery pack
BT-LS222
AC adapter/
battery charger Power cord
DC cable
CR2025 type
lithium battery
Detachable LCD
cable
Shoulder strap
Infrared
remote control
Zoom microphone
8 MB
MultiMediaCard
AA battery for
remote control × 2
Windscreen
PixLab Video
Capture Software
(Lite version)
Audio/video/S-video
cable
Lens hood
PC connecting cable
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Optional Accessories
Standard-life
battery pack
BT-L221
IR & Flash Light
VR-3VIF
Mini DV cassette
VR-DVM60N
Note:
• Some of these accessories may not be available in selected areas.
P
Extended-life
battery pack
BT-L441
Soft case
VR-33SC
Standard-life intelligent
battery pack
BT-LS222
PixLab USB Digital Moving Picture Kit
VR-PKU10E
Extended-life intelligent
battery pack
BT-LS442A
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Precautions
Precautions on Handling the
Camcorder
• 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.
• 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.).
• Avoid placing the camcorder in close
proximity to lighting
equipment.
The heat from
incandescent lights
may deform the
camcorder, or cause
it to malfunction.
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References
Operation
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 acclimate 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.
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Precautions
Dirty Video Heads
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.
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
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 Touch [START] to begin video head
cleaning.
• “NOW CLEANING” flashes during
cleaning.
CLEANI NG
START
STOP
CLEANI NG
NO
W
CLEANI NG
START
After about 20 seconds, video head
cleaning automatically finishes, and
“EJECT THE CASSETTE.” is displayed.
60
min
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 (see page 21).
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6 Remove the cleaning tape.
To cancel cleaning, touch [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 Lens Hood ............................................ 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
Features
Summary of
Operations
Selecting the Camcorder Mode ............................ 28
Using the Controls ................................................ 29
Using the Mode Screens ...................................... 30
Using the Menu Screen ........................................ 31
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• 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
Night Recording (Super Cat’s Eye) ....................... 37
Quick Return ......................................................... 38
Edit Search............................................................ 39
Dual Recording ..................................................... 40
Still Recording on Tape ......................................... 41
Multiple Strobe Recording .................................... 42
Digital Picture Effects ............................................ 43
Fade In and Fade Out ........................................... 44
Wide Screen (16:9) .............................................. 45
Macro Shots .......................................................... 45
Letting the Subject Monitor the Shot ..................... 46
Auto Focus ............................................................ 46
Playback
Using the Infrared Remote Control ....................... 47
Tape Playback Functions with the Infrared
Remote Control ................................................... 49
Displaying the Date and Time of Recording ......... 50
Using Earphones (Commercially Available) ......... 50
Using the Time Code ............................................ 51
Picture Effect Playback ......................................... 52
Playback Zoom ..................................................... 53
Gamma Playback.................................................. 54
Multiple Strobe Playback ...................................... 55
Advanced Features
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Camera Recording
Using the LCD Monitor-Remote Control ................ 56
Adjusting the White Balance ................................. 59
Manual Exposure .................................................. 61
Manual Gain .......................................................... 62
Setting the Shutter Speed ..................................... 63
Scene Menu (Programme AE) .............................. 65
Manual Focus........................................................ 67
Setting the Camcorder to Full Auto Mode............. 68
Using the Zoom Microphone ................................ 69
Windbreak ............................................................. 70
Dialogue Recording .............................................. 70
References
Operation
Advanced Features
Digital Still Camera
Features
Playback
Dubbing Images from a Tape to a Card ............... 71
Tape Playback Using the Indices ......................... 73
Editing ................................................................... 77
Editing with the DV Terminal (IEEE1394) .............. 78
Audio Dubbing Feature......................................... 79
Selecting the Audio Playback Mode ..................... 81
Transferring Still Images to Your Computer ......... 82
Transferring Motion Images to Your Computer ..... 84
Camera Recording
Selecting the Picture Quality and Image Size....... 85
Card Recording .................................................... 87
Recording with the Guide Frame .......................... 88
Recording with the Self-timer ................................ 89
Using the Flash Light (Optional Accessory) ......... 90
Formatting a Card ................................................. 91
Playback
Card Playback ...................................................... 92
Slide Show Playback............................................. 93
Dubbing Images from a Card to a Tape ............... 95
Delete-protection .................................................. 96
Deleting Stored Images ........................................ 97
Print Order............................................................. 99
Directly Transferring the Data on a Card
to a Computer ................................................... 101
Preparation
Operations
Basic
Summary of
Operations
Features
Useful
Advanced
Features
Appendix
Picture/Backlight Adjustments ............................ 102
World Clock......................................................... 103
Selecting Summer Time ...................................... 105
Setting the Confirmation Sound .......................... 105
Useful Information ............................................... 106
Demonstration Mode........................................... 112
Before Requesting Service ................................. 113
Specifications...................................................... 115
Digital Still Camera
Features
Appendix
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Operation References
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. 69, 90]
Manual Focus ring [p. 68]
FOCUS switch
[pp. 67, 68]
CONTROL dial [p. 29]
Zoom lens
EarPHONES jack [p. 50]
Infrared light
transmitter [p. 37]
Infrared remote sensor [p. 48]
Stereo microphone [p. 79]
Bottom view
Tripod socket
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Left view
Manual Selection switch [pp. 59 – 66]
References
Operation
DISPLAY ON/OFF button
[p. 29]
LCD monitor [p. 21]
LCD monitor OPEN
release [p. 21]
POWER ON/OFF switch [p. 57]
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]
LCD monitor UNLOCK
release [p. 56]
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Operation References
Operation
Right view
References
(DUAL/TAPE/CARD selection switch) [p. 28]
STILL button [pp. 40 – 42, 55, 71, 87]
POWER switch
(CAMERA/VCR
selection switch)
RECord START/STOP
button [pp. 22, 40, 78]
PC COMMUNICATION
IR (Infrared) LIGHT button [p. 37]
White Balance (W/B) button [p. 60]
Media Selection switch
[pp. 28, 29]
jack [p. 82]
Shoulder strap loop [p. 19]
SUPER CAT’S EYE switch [p. 37]
Terminal cover [p. 27]
DV terminal [p. 78]
Audio/Video=S-video
(AV=S) terminal
[pp. 27, 77, 84]
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]
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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), page 61 (Manual
Exposure) or page 62 (Manual Gain)
• To record a nocturnal animal at night.
—See page 37 (Night Recording)
• To quickly return the tape to the end of the last recorded scene after playback.
—See page 38 (Quick Return)
• To record yourself in the scene while monitoring the shot.
—See page 46 (Letting the Subject Monitor the Shot)
• To enlarge any part of the picture during playback.
—See page 53 (Playback Zoom)
• To brighten the dark portion of the playback images without changing the bright
portion.
—See page 54 (Gamma Playback)
References
Operation
• To perform shooting operations while checking the images at hand when the
camcorder is attached to a tripod.
—See page 56 (Using the LCD Monitor-Remote Control)
• To record with natural colour.
—See page 59 (Adjusting the White Balance)
• To minimize blurring when recording sports events, etc.
—See page 65 (Scene Menu)
• To focus on an off-centred subject.
—See page 67 (Manual Focus)
• To record the zoomed-in picture of a distant subject along with the audio for that
subject.
—See page 69 (Using the Zoom Microphone)
• To record still images on a card so that the images may be easily read into a
computer.
—See page 87 (Card Recording)
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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
MANU AL S ET
p. 22
p. 40
pp. 22, 68
AUTO
p. 30
1/2
DISP
DISP
p. 34
p. 44
p. 36
p. 38
AUTO
30
min
60
p. 30
p. 39
p. 31
AUTO
min
30
60
DISP
DISP
FADE
GAMMA
EFF .
QU I CK
RTRN
1/2 2/2
2/2
SRCH
MENU
p. 24
MENU
*Available in DUAL-CAMERA mode.
2/98
NORMAL
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2/98
NORMAL
min
2/98
NORMAL
p. 24
min
*
*
*
*
*
*
PI C.EFFECT
DIS
RETURN
CAMERA SET
PHOTO SNAP
MULTI
FRAME
DGT L ZOOM
TAPE SPEED
16: 9
RETURN
REC MODE
AUDI O SE T
AUDIO MODE
ZOOM MI C
WIN D
DIALOG REC
RETURN
OTHERS
SOUND
MED I A D I SP
TIME CODE
TC OUT
DEMO MODE
RETURN
LCD/VF SET
BACKL IGHT
LCD BR IGH T
LCD COLOUR
VF BRIGHT
RETURN
CLOCK SET
DISPLAY
AREA
SUMR T IME
SETT ING
12H /24H
RETURN
RETURN
*
RE -SET
TURN
RE -SET
TURN
RE -SET
TURN
RE -SET
TURN
RE -SET
TURN
RE -SET
TURN
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1/3
REW
PLAY/
ST IL L
FF
STOP
p. 30
2/3
PB
ZOOM
GAMMA
PB
AUDI O
DUB
DISP
p. 25
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1/3
DISP
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2/3
p. 30
60
60
min
p. 24
min
TAPE-VCR mode
PLAYBACK SET
PI C.EFFECT
CAPTURE
PB ZOOM
MULT I
F RAME
RETURN
OTHERS
REMOTE
SOUND
TIME CODE
TC OUT
INDE X SRCH
RETURN
LCD/VF SET
BACKL IGHT
LCD BR IGH T
LCD CO LOUR
VF BRIGHT
RETURN
CLOCK SET
DI SPLAY
RETURN
RE -SET
TURN
RE -SET
TURN
RE -SET
TURN
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References
Operation
3/3
3/3
AUDIO
I NDEX
MEN U
DISP
p. 81
pp. 73 – 75
p. 31
60
p. 81
AUDIO1+2
RETURN
min
MENU
Note:
• See pages 28 to 31 for the procedure to display the desired screen.
RE -SET
TURN
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Operation References
Operation
References
p. 68
p. 30
1/1 DISP
GAMMA
EFF .
SEL F TIMER
MENU
p. 31
DISP
p. 87
p. 87
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AUTO
p. 36
p. 89
AUTO
p. 30
NORMAL
NORMAL
p. 24
min
60
CARD-CAMERA mode
CARD
3/21
[ 1280]
p. 86
CARD
3/21
[ 1280]
MENU
CAMERA SET
REC MODE
IMAGE SI ZE
GU IDE FRM
FLASH
RET URN
OTHERS
FORMAT
SOUND
MEDIA DISP
RET URN
LCD/VF SET
BACKL IGHT
LCD BR IGH T
LCD CO LOUR
VF BRIGHT
RETURN
CLOCK S ET
DI SPLAY
AREA
SUMR T IME
SETT ING
12H /24H
RETURN
RETURN
RE -SET
TURN
RE -SET
TURN
RE -SET
TURN
RE -SET
TURN
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MANUAL screen
(in one of the CAMERA modes)
MANUAL
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WHI T E BA L .
EXPOSURE
BRIGHTER
SHUT .SPE ED
SCENE MENU
AUTO
AUTO
AUTO
AUTO
OFF
min
60
CARD-VCR mode
References
Operation
p. 92
p. 92
p. 92
DISP
PLAYBACK
NORMA L
TECT
p. 96
p. 97
6
p. 92
p. 30
1/2 100- 0006DISP
MUL T I
p. 92
SCRN
PB
p. 53
ZOOM
MENU
1/2 2/2
100- 0006
PAGE1 /1
PR INTPRO - DEL
ORD ER
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CARD
6/6
NORMAL
[ 1280]
p. 31
min
60
321
654
MUL T I
SCRN
MENU
PLAYBACK SET
PI C.EFFECT
SL IDE SHOW
SL IDE EFF .
PB ZOOM
RET URN
OTHERS
REMOTE
SOUND
RETURN
LCD/VF SET
BACKL IGHT
LCD BR IGH T
LCD CO LOUR
VF BRIGHT
RETURN
CLOCK S ET
DI SPLAY
RETURN
RETURN
RE -SET
TURN
RE -SET
TURN
RE -SET
TURN
RE -SET
TURN
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DISP
p. 30
2/2 100- 0006DISP
PRO-
TECT
DEL
PRI NT
ORDER
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p. 97
60
NORMAL
[ 1280]
min
CARD
6/6
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Note:
• See pages 28 to 31 for the procedure to display the desired screen.
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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 CASSETTE.
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
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 107).
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 x).
About 10 seconds after this warning appears, the
camcorder automatically turns off.
The video heads are clogged and should be
cleaned (see page xi).
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
screens is displayed. To check the type of warning,
rotate the monitor back to within 135°, or press the
DISPLAY ON/OFF button to turn off the manual
screen.
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References
Operation
Displayed
for 5 seconds
(Displayed throughout)
MEMORY
CARD
FULL
NO DATA ON
MEMORY CARD
MEMORY CARD
ERROR
FORMAT
MEMORY CARD
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 97 and 98) 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 91).
The card has not been formatted with this camcorder. Format the card (see
page 91).
The card is write-protected (see page 109).
You are trying to delete a protected image. Cancel the protection setting to
delete the image (see page 96).
The selected image cannot be read by this camcorder. Format the card to
use it with this camcorder (see page 91).
CANNOT
STORE DATA
DATA NOT
FOUND
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).
The ID of the card and the tape do not match for Index Playback, or no
index is recorded on the card. Insert a card with the indices for the tape in
question or record indices and then perform Index Playback (see
pages 73 and 74).
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E
Preparation
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.
2
1
3
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.
2
Charging time and maximum continuous
recording and playback times in TAPE
modes
Max.
continuous
100
160
190
recording time
LCD
110
220
260
LCD
open
90
180
220
closed
pack
Charging
time
Battery
BT-LS222
BT-L221
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 110 at
least once every six months.
• See pages 109 and 110 for more information on
using the battery pack.
Caution:
• Charge only SHARP model BT-LS222, BT-L221,
BT-L441, or BT-LS442A battery packs. Other
types of battery packs may burst, causing
personal injury and damage.
Max.
continuous
playback
time
on LCD
90
180
220
1
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Attaching and Removing the
1
2
Battery Pack
Attaching the Battery Pack
1 Make sure that the POWER switch is set
to OFF.
4 Lower the viewfinder (1), and push it in
completely (2).
1
2
Removing the Battery Pack
1 Perform steps 1 and 2 of “Attaching the
Battery Pack”.
Preparation
POWER switch
2 Pull out the viewfinder completely (1),
and then lift it up (2).
2
Power source
connection panel
1
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
2
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-LS222, BT-L221, BTL441, or BT-LS442A battery packs with this
camcorder. Use of other batteries may present a
risk of fire or explosion.
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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 (1),
and then lift it up (2).
2
Power source
connection panel
1
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).
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).
1
DC cable
connecting plate
1
2
4 Lower the viewfinder, and push it in
completely.
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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.
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