Sharp VL-NZ150U, VL-NZ100U Owner’s Manual

ThankyouforpurchasingthiscamcorderfromSHARP.
Thecamcorderwillenhanceyourhomevideoenjoymentandallowyoutocapturethose

specialmoments.Pleasereadthisoperationmanualtofamiliarizeyourselfwiththe
camcorder'sfeatures,sothatyouwillgetthemostoutofit.Thevideotechniquessectionwill

helpyoufullyenjoythemanyfeaturesthiscamcorderoffers,andexpandyourvideoworld.

Important Information for Consumers in the U.S.

I WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, I

DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.

CAUTION:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELEC-
TRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE

COVER. NO USER-SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING
TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSON-
NEL.

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

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

this unit.

CAUTION

(applies to the supplied AC adapter)
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK,

MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO

WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

CAUTION

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

PRODUCT DISPOSAL

This Product utilizes tin-lead solder, and a fluorescent lamp containing a small
amount of mercury. Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to environ-
mental considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your

local authorities or the Electronics Industries Alliance: www.eiae.org.

BATTERY DISPOSAL

CONTAINS LITHIUM-ION RECHARGEABLE BATTERY. MUST BE RECYCLED OR

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

WARNING FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifica-

tions to this equipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the

user's authority to operate this equipment.

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

digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to

provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installa-

tion. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and,

if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful in-
terference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interfer-
ence will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful

interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the

receiver is connected.

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

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Sharp Camcorder

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

RESPONSIBLE PARTY:

SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION
Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430

Phone: 1-800-BE-SHARP

CAUTION ON LITHIUM BATTERY (MEMORY BACKUP BATTERY)

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

batteries backwards. Warn children notto take out batteries or install them. Parents

should install the lithium battery in the camcorde_

COPYRIGHTWARNING: It isthe intent of SHARP that this unit be used in full compliance with the

NOTE
The camcorder's LCD panel is a very high technology product with more than 120,000 thin-film tran-

sistors*, 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 your camcorder's performance.

*Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Trademarks

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in the United States and/or other countries.

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Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

- All other brand or product names are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective

holders.

copyright laws of the Unked States and that prior permission be ob-

tained from copyright owners whenever necessary.

iMPORTANT SA

1.

Read Instructions All the safety and
operating instructions should be read
before the product is operated.

2.

Retain Instructions The safety and
operating instructions should be

retained for future reference.

3.

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

tions should be adhered to.

4.

Follow Instructions All operating and
use instructions should be followed.

5.

Cleaning UnpkJg this product from the
wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use 11.

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

6.

Attachments Do not use attachments
not recommended by the product

manufacturer as they may cause
hazards.

7.

Water and Moisture Do not use this
product near water for example, near

a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or 12.
laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near

a swimming pool; and the like.

8.

Accessories Do not place this product
on an unstable cart, stand, tripod,

bracket, or table. The product may fall,
causing serious injury to a child or

_J_'__ _"_" _ ¢/ serious damage

_ Use only with a

or table recommended by the manu-
facturer, or sold with the product. Any

mounting of the product should follow
the manufacturer's instructions, and
should use a mounting accessory

recommended by the manufacturer.

g.

A product and cart ._

moved with care. Quick
stops, excessive force,

and uneven surfaces

combination should be _ 14.
may cause the product

and cart combination to overturn.

10.

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

to ensure reliable operation of the
product and to protect it from overheat-

ing, and these openings must not be
blocked or covered. The openings

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adult, and

_1

cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, 13.

should never be blocked by placing the

product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other

similar surface. This product should not

be placed in
a bulk-in

installation
such as a

bookcase or
rack unless

proper ventilation is provided or the

manufacturer's instructions have been
adhered to.

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

source indicated on the marking label. If
you are not sure of the type of power

supply to your home, consult your

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

battery power, or other sources, refer to

the operating instructions.
Grounding or Polarization This product

may be equipped with a polarized
alternating-current line plug (a plug

having one blade wider than the other).

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

you are unable to insert the plug fully

into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If

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

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

Power-Cord Protection Power-supply

cords should be routed so that they are

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

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

the point where they exit from the

product.
Lightning For added protection for this

product during a lightning storm, or

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

the wall outlet and disconnect the
antenna or cable system. This will

prevent damage to the product due to
lightning and power-line surges.

15.PowerLinesAnoutsideantenna
systemshouldnotbelocatedinthe

vicinityofoverheadpowerlinesorother
electriclightorpowercircuks,orwhere

itcanfallintosuchpowerlinesor
circuits.Wheninstallinganoutside

antennasystem,extremecareshould
betakentokeepfromtouchingsuch

powerlinesorcircuitsascontactwith
themmightbefatal.

16.OverloadingDonotoverloadwall
outlets,extensioncords,orintegral

conveniencereceptaclesasthiscan
resukinariskoffireorelectricshock.

17.ObjectandLiquidEntryNeverpush
objectsofanykindintothisproduct

throughopenings
astheymaytouch

dangerous
voltagepointsor

short-outparts
thatcouldresultin

afireorelectricshock.Neverspillliquid
ofanykindontheproduct.

18.ServicingDonotattempttoservice
thisproductyourselfasopeningor

removingcoversmayexposeyouto
dangerousvoltageorotherhazards.

Referallservicingtoqualifiedservice
personnel.

19.DamageRequiringServiceUnplug
thisproductfromthewalloutletand

referservicingtoqualifiedservice
personnelunderthefollowingcondi-

tions:
a.Whenthepower-supplycordorplug

isdamaged,

b.Ifliquidhasbeenspilled,orobjects

havefallenintotheproduct,

c. Iftheproducthasbeenexposedto

rainorwater,

d.Iftheproductdoesnotoperate

normallybyfollowingtheoperating
instructions.Adjustonlythose
controlsthatarecoveredbythe

operatinginstructionsasanim-
properadjustmentofothercontrols

mayresultindamageandwilloften
requireextensiveworkbyaqualified

techniciantorestoretheproductto
itsnormaloperation,

e.Iftheproducthasbeendroppedor

damagedinanyway,and

f. Whentheproductexhibitsadistinct

changeinperformancethis
indicatesaneedforservice.

20.ReplacementPartsWhenreplacement
partsarerequired,besuretheservice

technicianhasusedreplacementparts
specifiedbythemanufacturerorhave

thesamecharacteristicsastheoriginal

part.Unauthorizedsubstitutionsmay
resultinfire,electricshock,orother

hazards.

21.SafetyCheckUponcompletionofany

serviceorrepairstothisproduct,ask
theservicetechniciantoperformsafety

checkstodeterminethattheproductis

inproperoperatingcondition.

22.WallorCeilingMountingTheproduct

shouldbemountedtoawallorceiling
onlyasrecommendedbythemanufac-

turer.

23.HeatTheproductshouldbesituated

awayfromheatsourcessuchas

radiators,heatregisters,stoves,or

otherproducts(includingamplifiers)
thatproduceheat.

Quick Operation Guide

Please consult this operation manual
further for details on these and other

functions of your camcorder.

1 Attach the battery pack on the

2 Plug the AC adapter into a power outlet

Power switch

T° p°vver °u_rt Charge indicator _ [_-//_i _

Make sure that the Power
switch is set to OFF.

Align the m mark on the side of the
battery pack with the B mark on the

camcorder (_), and slide the battery
pack in the direction of the arrow

completely until it locks into place (2:).

3 Remove the DC plug from the DC input

camcorder, and make sure that the

Power switch is set to OFR

(_), then insert the DC plug into the DC

input jack (21).

,, The charge indicator lights up.

DC input jack

_,The charge indicator turns off when the

battery is charged.

jack, then remove the AC adapter from
the power outlet.

Attachthepowersourcetothe YeucarluseanSDMemoryCardora
camcorder,thenslidethecassette MulfiMediaCardforstoringstillimages.

compartmentdoorreleaseandopenthe
cassettecompartmentdoor. 1 MakesurethatthePowerswitchisset
,,Afterconfirmationsound,thecassette toOFR

holderextendsandopensautomatically.2 Slidethecardslotcoverreleaseand

Cassettecompartment openthecardslotcoverinthedirection

doorrelease ofthearrow.

Cardslotcoverrelease

Insertacommerciallyavailablecassette i
fullywiththewindowfacingoutwards, _',I
andwiththeerasureprotecttabfacing
upwards.

Erasureprotecttab 3

Insertacardintotheslotasshown
below,andpushitinasfarasitwillgo.

Write-protect

switch X

Pressthe_ markgentlyuntilthe
cassetteholderclicksintoplace.

,,Afterconfirmationsound,thecassette

holderretractsautomatically.

"_" mark

Waitforthecassetteholdertofully
retract.Closethecompartmentdoorby

pressingthecenteruntilitclicksinto
place.

Clipped corner

4

Close the card slot cover.

Note:
o You cannot use a SmartMedia TM card or

Memory Stick TM media, in this operation
manual, "card" refers to the SD Memory Card
or the MultiMediaCard.

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Quick Operation Guide

REC START/STOPbutton

Power Zoom control/Volume control

_I_I STILL button

Operation button I

Media Selection switch

Power switch

1

Insert a cassette into the camcorder.

2

Set the Media Selection
switch to TAPE.

Hold down the Lock button and set the
Power switch to CAMERA.

,, The picture from the lens now displays.

Zooming

Push the Power Zoom control to T (1) (tele-
photo) or W (_) (wide angle) side.

1 Set the Media Selection

switch to TAPE.

2 Hold down the Lock button

and set the Power switch to
VCR.

Lock button

3

Press <. (or >) on the Operation button

to rewind (or fast forward) the tape to the
desired point.

Lock button

4 Press the REC START/STOP button to

begin recording.

REC

To pause recording

Press the REC START/STOP button again.

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4

Press A to begin playback.

To stop playback
Press v'.

Volume Control

Push tile Volume control to the + or she to
increase (_) or decrease (_) the volume.

Volume control

1 Insert a card into the camcorder.

2 Set the Media Selection

switch to CARD.

Hold down the Lock button and set the
Power switch to CAMERA.
,, The picture from the lens now displays.

Number of shots taken/remaining

I

Set the Media Selection
switch to CARD.

2

Hold down the Lock button and set the
Power switch to VCR.

* The images recorded on the card are

displayed in a thumbnail format.

Lock button

_ --=-_/01 I

AUTO "_,

4

Adjust the Power Zoom control to frame
the subject as you desire.

5

Press the STILL button half-way down to
focus on the subject.
,, The camcorder automatically focuses on

the subject. When it is set. you will hear
a sound and see 6 mark. then the

camcorder locks the focus.

Press the STILL button fully to begin

recording.

AUTO

NORMAL I

CARD

9/01

NORMAL

Lock button

CK 100-0010

NORMAL PAGE!__

Page number/total thumbnail pages

3

Press <, >, :/ or /,, on the Operation
button to move the selection frame to

the desired image.

_ PLAYBACK

NORMAL

4

Press the SET button.

* The selected image displays in full-

screen.

SET

100-0001

PAGE1/2

Image file name

* The D indicator flashes red while data

is being recorded on the card, and
returns to white when recording
completes.

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Supplied Accessories

For VL-NZ100

Standardqife

battery pack

BT-L225D*

AA battery x 2

Lens hood

GCOVA1870TASA

For VL-NZ150

Standard-life

battery pack

BT-L225D*

CR2025 type

lithium battery

Wrist strap

UBNDT0145TASA

Extended-life
battery pack

BT=L445[_*

Audio/video cable
QCNW- 1979TAZZ

Tripod adapter

GDAI=A001WJZZ

AC adapter

UADP-0339TAZZ*

Lens cap

GCOVH 1296TASA

SD Memory Card

VL=NZ100:8 MB

VL=NZ150:16 MB

USB driver

CDSKA0081TA01

The part numbers for the AC adapter and battery pack supplied with this camcorder are valid only in
the U.S. and Latin America. If this camcorder was purchased outside of these areas, the part numbers

may be different. Please refer to the part numbers printed on the labels of the supplied AC adapter and
battery pack.

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USB cable

QCNW-A338WJZZ

Remote control

RRMCG0084TASA

Optional Accessories

Standard=life

battery pack

BT-L225D

Note:
o The listed model names are for U.S. accessories.

For optional and additional accessories, contact your local dealer, call the Sharp Accessories and
Supply Center at 1-800-642-2122, or visit SHARP's website (http:l/www.sharp-usa.com).

Extended-life

battery pack

BT-L445D

Precautions

• When the camcorder is not in use, remem-
ber to remove the cassette tape, turn off

the power, and disconnect the camcorder
from the power source.

- Do not aim the lens at the sun.
Do not allow direct sunlight to strike the

camcorder lens or 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 record-

ing 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 differ-

ent direction until the picture returns to nor-

mal.

• Avoid magnetic sources, r_----_--___.
Using the camcorder near
strong fluorescent lights,

motors, televisions, or other
magnetic sources may ad-

versely affect recorded im-
ages.

• Using the camcorder near a broadcasting

station or other powerful transmission
source may cause buzzing or picture dete-

rioration.

- Avoid shocks and drop-
ping.

Do not drop or otherwise
subject the camcorder to

hard shocks or strong vibra-

tions. Bumping or striking the

unit during recording will

generate noise in the re-
corded image.

• Avoid placing the _ j,/'--z.<_

camcorder in close

proximity to lighting

equipment.
The heat from incan- r7 ____..

descent lights may de- _

form the camcorder, or
cause it to malfunction.

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- Always respect prohibitions or restrictions
on the use of electronic equipment on

commercial flights or in other sensitive ar-
eas.

- Be aware of the temperature and humidity.
You can use your camcorder at 32°F to 104°F

(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 sun-
light, 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 mil- \

dew to form on
the lenses. Be

sure to keep the
unit in a well-

ventilated Ioca- _s-
tion.

- Some small, portable tri-
pods may be difficult to at-

tach and may not be sturdy
enough to support your

camcotder. Be sure to use
only a strong, stable tripod.

• When using your
camcorder in a cold envi-

ronment, the LCD monitor screen often ap-
pears less bright immediately after the

power is turned on.This is not a malfunc-

tion.To prevent the camcorder from be-
coming too cold, wrap it in a thick cloth (a

blanket, etc.).

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Contents

I Operation References Part Names .................................................................... 11

Preparation

Basic Operations

f

Useful Features Using the Menu Screens .............................................. 26

On-screen Display Index ............................................... 4

Warnhg Indicators ......................................................... 7

Attaching and Removing the Battery Pack .................... 9

Charging the Battery Pack ........................................... 10

Powering the Camcorder from an AC Outlet ............... 11

Inserting and Removing a Cassette ............................ 12

Inserting and Removing a Card ................................... 13

Installing the Lithium Battery ........................................ 14

Selecting the Language for the On-screen Display ..... 15

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

Attaching the Lens Hood ............................................. 17

Attaching the Wrist Strap ............................................. 17

Ushg the Lens Cap ..................................................... 17

Tips on Recordhg Positions ........................................ 18

Camera Recording

Selecting the Camcorder Mode ................................... 19

Easy Camera Recording on Tape

in Full Auto Mode ....................................................... 20

Zooming ....................................................................... 21

Auto Focus ................................................................... 21

Macro Shots ................................................................. 21

Remaining Recording Time Display ............................ 22

Remaining Battery Power Display ............................... 22

Playback

Tape Playback ............................................................. 23

Volume Control ............................................................. 23

Video Search ................................................................ 24

Still ............................................................................... 24

Watching Playback on a TV ......................................... 25

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Camera Recording

Displaying the Recording Guide .................................. 27

Setting the Digital Zoom .............................................. 28

Gamma Brightness Compensation .............................. 29

Gain-up ........................................................................ 30

Fade In and Fade Out .................................................. 31

Quick Return ................................................................ 32

Edit Search ................................................................... 32

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Contents

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Useful Features

Still Recording on Tape ................................................ 33

Attaching the Supplied Tripod Adapter ....................... 33

Wide Screen (16:9) ...................................................... 34

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

Self Recording ............................................................. 35

Recording in LP (Long Play Recording) Mode ............ 36

Selecting the 16-bk Audio Recording Mode ................ 37

Playback

Using the Remote Control ............................................ 38

Displaying the Date and Time of Recording ................ 39

Slow ............................................................................. 39

Gamma Playback ........................................................ 40

Copying an Image from Tape to Card ......................... 40

Picture Effect Playback ................................................ 41

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Advanced Features

Camera Recording

Manual Focus .............................................................. 42

Manual Exposure ......................................................... 43

White Balance Lock ..................................................... 44

Setting the Camcorder to Full Auto Mode .................... 44

Digital Picture Effects ................................................... 45

Scene Menu (Program AE) .......................................... 46

Playback

Using the Time Code ................................................... 47

Edkklg .......................................................................... 48

Recording from an External Source ............................. 49

Using the Camcorder as a Converter .......................... 50

Edking with the DV Terminal (IEEE1394) ..................... 51

Selecting the Audio Playback Mode ............................ 52

Audio Dubbing Feature ................................................ 53

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f

Digital Still Camera
Features

Camera Recording

Card Recording ........................................................... 55

Selecting the Picture Quality ........................................ 56

Recording with the Self-timer ....................................... 57

Formatting a Card ........................................................ 58

Playback

Card Playback ............................................................. 59

Delete Protection .......................................................... 60

Deleting Stored Images ............................................... 61

Print Order .................................................................... 63

Transferring Data on Card to Computer ...................... 65

Installing the USB driver ......................................... 65

Slide Show PJayback ................................................... 67

Picture/Backlight Adjustments ..................................... 68_

Turning off the Confirmatiorl Sound ............................. 6g|

UsefuJ Information ........................................................ 70|

Demonstration Mode ................................................... 79|

I Appendix

Before Requesting Service .......................................... 80|

Specifications .............................................................. 82).., ...........................

"Guia de operacion rapids en espanol ..................................................................... 83

,,Visualizaciones en pantaHa en espaFiol ................................................................... 91

"Affichages sur ecran en francais .............................................................................. g3

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Fordetailsontheuseofeachpart,refertothepagenumberindicatedinbrackets.

Stereomicrophone

DCinputjack
[ppo10,11]

Cassetteholder[po12]

Cassettecompartmentdoor[p.12]

Cassettecompartmentdoorrelease[p.12]

Lithiumbattery

compartmentdoor

[p.14]

DVterminal
[pp.50,51]

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PowerZoomWideangle/
Telephotocontrol[p.21]/
VOLumecontrol[p.23]

-Media Selection
switch (TAPE/

CARD selection
switch) [p. 19]

Operation button

LCD monitor

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OperationReferences

RECord START/STOP
button [p. 20]

BRIGHTER button

GAMMA/

[pp. 29, 30, 40]

FADE button

[p. 31]

SET

[p. 26]

Remote sensor

[p. 38]

STILL button [pp. 33, 40, 55]

(CAMERA/VCR
select switch) [p. 19]

Speaker

MENU button [lop. 6, 26] , Card slot cover

MANUAL button [p. 13]

[p. 6]

Battery release [p. 9]

Wrist strap loop

[p. 17]

Tripod adapter socket

[p. 33]

Battery mounting surface
[p. 9]

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Fordetailsontheuseofeachfunction,refertothepagenumberindicated.

•_ TAPE-CAM ERA mode

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_.32

_.27

_.36
_.34

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p. 37

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p. 15

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Operation References

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p. 22 111 / 80

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Note:
, See page 26 for procedures or] how to display the desired screen.

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_anua| scveens

Each time you press the MANUAL button, the screen
changes as shown below.

-t_ AUTO_ (p.FOcus42)setting screen

MANUAL button

On-screen indicators on/off

Eachtime you pressthe MENU button, the screen
changes as shown below.

*The example screens shown areforTAPE-CAMERA

mode.

4,

(p. 43)

Exposure setting screen

4,

AUTO_ White(p.44)balance screen

screen

AUTO _ 30rain Normal

Indicators on

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MENU button

AUTO

Menu screen

4,

@ Indicators off

Operation References

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

I NSERT ..r_\_,-_ There is no video cassette in the camcorder.

A CASSETTE. !,_-V-\_! Insert a cassette (see page 12).

EJ ECT THE EJECT THE The video cassette is defective and should be

CASSETTE. CASSETTE. removed (see page 12).

CASSETTE NOT ........ ' .... The erasure protect tab on the video cassette

RECOROABLE ........... , preventing recording (see page 72).

THE TAPE TAI_E ' I:NI) Thetapeisabouttoend. Preparea new

ENOS SOON ........ cassette (see page 12).

CHANGE THE The tape has reached the end. Replace it with a

PROTECT. TAB has been slid to the record-protect position,

CASSETTE. TAPE END newcassette(seepage12).

BAT T ERY I S "" ' " The battery is almost depleted. Replace it with a

TOO LOW. _,\q -

fully charged battery pack (see page 9).

Dew has formed inside the camcorder. Wait a

few hours for the dew to dry away (see

DEW b FW page76).

" ' " About 10 seconds after this warning appears,

, , The video heads are dogged and should be

0 "Q cleaned (see page 77).

LAMP LAMP close to the end of its service life. Call your local

, _, _,, oamoorder transfers data through the USB

USB [_0_ _-I USB I_,O_ D cable. Use the AC adapter or fullyoharged

the camcorder automatically turns off.

The fluorescent lamp behind the LCD monitor is

authorized Sharp dealer to have it replaced.

The battery is aJmost depleted when the

battery pack as the power source (see pages 9-
11, 66).

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NO

MEMORYCARD

MEMORY CARD The capacity of the card is full and cannot store any more images.

FUL L Delete unnecessary images (see page 61) or replace the card with a

NO DATA ON The card has no images recorded in the format the camcorder can
MEMORY CARD recognize.

The card is not inserted or is inserted improperly. Check that it is

properly inserted (see page 13).

new one (see page 13).

MEMORYCARD The images in the card are corrupted or recorded in a format which is

ERROR not compatible with this camcorder. Format the card to use it with this

FORMAT The card has not been formatted with this camcorder. Format the card

MEMORY CARD (see page 58).

MEMORY CARD The card is wrke-protected (see pages 13, 74).

PROTECTED

DATA You are trying to delete a protected image. Cancel tile protection
PROTECTED setting (see page 60).

MEMORY CARD The selected image cannot be read by this camcorder. Format the
READ ERROR card to use it with this camcorder (see page 58).

CANNOT The card cannot record any data due to a problem with the card or
STORE DATA data on the card. Replace the card (see page 13).

Note:

o : indicates a flashing display.

camcorder (see page 58).

Attaching

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Power switch

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Make sure that the Power
switch is set to OFR

Align the m mark on the side of the
battery pack with the ,=,,, mark on the

camcorder (_), and slide the battery
pack in the direction of the arrow

completely until it locks into place (2}).

Removing

1 Make sure that the Power switch is set

to OFR

2 Rotate the monitor section of the

camcorder (_), then press the battery

release (_). Slide the battery pack in

the direction of the arrow and take it out

(3).

Cautions:
,, BEFORE REMOVING THE BATTERY PACK,

ALWAYS STOP RECORDING OR PLAYBACK
AND TURNTHE 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 destroy the card.
rendering it unreadable and unwritable.

,, Remove the battery pack from the camcorder if

you will not use the camcorder for a long period
of time.

,, Make sure that the battery pack is firmly

attached during operation. If it is not, the battery
pack may come off or camcorder operation may

fall because of the poor contact pressure.

,, To prevent damage to the battery pack when

removing, be sure to firmly hold the battery pack
while pressing the release.

,, Use only SHARP model BT-L225 or BT-L445

battery packs with this camcorder. Use of other
batteries may create a risk of fire or explosion.

1 Attachthebatterypackonthe

camcorder,andmakesurethatthe
PowerswitchissettoOFR

2 PlugtheACadapterintoapoweroutlet

(_),theninserttheDCplugintotheDC
inputjack(21).

,,Thechargeindicatorlightsup.

DCinputjack

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- The charge indicator turns off when the
battery is charged.

3 Remove the DC plug from the DC input

jack, then remove the AC adapter from

the power outlet.

Charging time and maximum continu-
ous recording and playback times in

TAPE modes

Notes:
" Charge the battery pack between 50°F and

86°F (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 21) and other

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

This may result in a decrease in the actual
recording time compared to the maximum

continuous recording time listed above.

, The charging time and recording time may

vary depending on the ambient temperature
and the condition of the battery pack.

" See page 75 for more information on using the

battery pack.

Caution:
,, Charge only SHARP model BT-L225 or BT=L445

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

Extending battery pack life

Even when the battery pack is not used, the
capacity of the battery pack will naturally

deteriorate over time. To limit the deterioration
of the capacity, it is recommended to perform

the following procedure at least once every six
months:

Fully charge the battery pack.

2 Attach the battery pack to the camcorder,

and set the Power switch to CAMERA

without inserting a cassette. Allow the

battery power to fully discharge by leaving
it on the camcorder until the camcorder

power automatically turns off.

s Remove the battery pack and store it

between 50°F and 68°F (10°C and 20°C).

BT-L225 approx, approx, approx.

BT-L445 3hr.30min. 3hr. 3hr.

2hr. lhK30min. lhK30min.

approx, approx, approx.

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Preparation

You can also power the camcorder from a

power outlet by using the supplied AC adapter.

Caution:

,' The supplied AC adapter is specially designed

for use with this camcorder, and should not be
used as a power supply for other camcorders.

.................................................................1 Make sure that the Power switch is set

to OFR

Plug the AC adapter into a power outlet
(_), then insert the DC plug into the DC

input jack (21).

- The camcorder is supplied power.

DC inputjlck

Note:
o When using the AC adapter to power the

camcorder, the battery pack is not charged.

Cautions:
o BEFORE REMOVING THE DC PLUG, ALWAYS

STOP RECORDING OR PLAYBACK AND TURN
THE POWER OFF. Removing the DC plug while

shooting or during playback may damage the
tape by causing it to wrap around the video

head drum or destroy the card, rendering it
unreadble and unwritable.

o Disconnect the camcorder from the AC adapter

if you will not use the camcorder for a long
period of time.

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Hold down the Lock button
and set the Power switch to

CAMERA or VCR.

Lock button

inserting

Attach the power source to the
camcorder, then slide the cassette

compartment door release and open the
cassette compartment door.
,, After confirmation sound, the cassette

holder extends and opens automatically.

Cassette compartment

Insert a commercially available cassette
fully with the window facing outwards,

and with the erasure protect tab facing

upwards.

Press the _ mark gently until the
cassette holder clicks into place.
,, After confirmation sound, the cassette

holder retracts automatically.

door release

Erasure protect tab

"81mliZil" mark

4

Wait for the cassette holder to fully

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

place.

Removing

Perform step 1 above, then take out the
cassette.

Cautions:
,, Do not try to close the cassette compartment

door while the cassette holder is extending or
retracting.

,, Be careful not to get your fingers caught in the

cassette holder.

,, Do not apply force to the cassette holder except

when pressing the _ mark to close it.

,, Do not tilt the camcorder or hold it upside down

when you are inserting or removing a cassette. It
may damage the tape.

,, Remove the cassette if you will not use the

camcorder for a long period of time.

,, If you do not correctly close the cassette holder

in step 3, the cassette protection mechanism of
the camcorder might eject the cassette. If this

happens, repeat the insertion procedure.

,, Do not attempt to pick up the camcorder by the

cassette compartment door.

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 72 for more information on the video

cassette tapes intended for use with this
camcorder.

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12

Preparation

You can use an SD Memory Card or a

MultiMediaCard for storing still images.

Remeving

Perform steps 1 and 2 above, push the card
('r) and pull the card straight out (_) as shown

below.

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inserting

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1 Make sure that the Power switch is set

to OFR

Slide the card slot cover release and
open the card slot cover in the direction

of the arrow.

Insert a card into the slot as shown
below, and push it in as far as it will go.

Close the card slot cover.

Card slot cover release

Clipped corner

Notes:

" You can use only the SD Memory Card or the

MultiMediaCard (see page 71).

,, The supplied card is preformatted for immediate

use.

,, See pages 73 and 74 for more information on the

cards intended for use with this camcorder.

Caution:
,, Do not remove the card from the camcorder

while recording data on the card (D indicator
flashes during recording). This may delete the

recorded image or damage the card.

Abeut the wFite.pl'etect switch

SD Memory Card has a write-protect switch.
When the switch is set to the locked position.
you cannot record/delete data or format the
card. Set it to the unlocked position to record/

delete data or format the card.

Back view

Unlocked position

Locked position

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|nsta|iing

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

1 Slide the cassette compartment door

release and open the cassette compart-
ment door.

Note:
o The cassette holder will extend and open

when the camcorder is connected to a

power source. Be sure to close the cassette
holder before proceeding to the next step

(see page 12).

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

ballpoint pen.

Lithium battery

Removing

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

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the battery holder.

Notes on the Use of the Lithium battery

REPLACE BATTERY WITH TOSHIBA,
MATSUSHITA OR HITACHI MAXELL TYPE

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

FROM CHILDREN. IF SWALLOWED, CON-
SULT A PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY FOR
EMERGENCY TREATMENT.

I!_ BATTERY MAY EXPLODE IF MIS-

USED OR INSTALLED WITH POLARITY
REVERSED. DO NOT RECHARGE, DISAS-
SEMBLE OR DISPOSE OF IN FIRE.

o Do not short-circuit, recharge, disassemble, or

heat the lithium battery.

o Should the lithium battery leak, wipe the battery

compartment clean, and then insert a new
battery.

o The lithium battery will last about one year under

normal usage.

KEEP THIS BATTERY AWAY

Insert the lithium
battery into the "_" mark
battery holder with

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

holder.

Push the battery holder back into
position. Press the _ mark gently,

then close the cassette compartment
door by pressing the center until it clicks

into place.

14

Preparation

Available modes:

This camcorder allows you to choose English,
French or Spanish as the on-screen display

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language.

SET button _

Setting

When using the camcorder for the first time,

select your on-screen display language by
following the steps below.

1 Hold down the Lock button and set the

2 Press _/ or A on the operation button

TAPE-CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA

Power switch

MENU button

Operation button

Power switch to CAMERA.

• The language selection screen appears.

to select the desired language, then
press the SET button.

Changing

1 In TAPE-CAMERA or CARD-CAMERA

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

2

Press _yor z1_,on the operation button

to select ETC,then press the SET button.

3

Press ',/ or A to select "LANGUAGE"

("LANGUE" or "IDIOMA"), then press the
SET button.

- The language selection screen appears.

4

Press _/ or _ to select the desired
language, then press the SET button.

,, The menu screen displays in the

language selected.

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AUTO

5 Press the MENU button to turn off the

menu screen.

Note:
" The operation procedures in the following

sections are based on using the English on-
screen displays.