Sharp VR-PK50E Operation Manual

On-line Manual

Video Capture Software

LITE VERSION

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

CONTENTS

SV Photo Capture

SV Card Link

Troubleshooting

Please read this operation manual carefully before using your software.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION &

CONTENTS

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

● The “readmeen.txt” file, located in the “Readme” folder of the “PixLab Lite Installation CD-ROM”, includes important new information that could not be included in this on-line manual. The “readmeen.txt” file can be read using the “Notepad” program provided with Windows. For instructions on using “Notepad”, refer to the Windows operating instructions.

● This on-line manual is written for users who already understand how to use Microsoft Windows and the mouse. Should you have any questions on operating Windows or the mouse, refer to the Windows on-line manual, instruction manual, etc.

● The descriptions in this on-line manual may not correspond exactly to your computer’s environment.

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● The contents of the on-line manual have been prepared with care. If, however, you should have any doubts or notice any errors, please contact Sharp Corporation.

● PixLab (hereafter referred to as “this software”) is copyrighted by Sharp Corporation. Copyrights and other rights concerning PixLab belong to Sharp Corporation.

● The contents of the on-line manual may not be reproduced in part or in whole. They are for personal use only, and as per copyright laws may not be used without the permission of Sharp Corporation.

● Please note that Sharp Corporation will accept no responsibility for damages, loss of income or claims by third parties resulting from the use of this software.

● Please note that the specifications of this software and the contents of the on-line manual are subject to change without prior notice.

● Operation may be slow depending on the computer’s operating environment and processing capabilities.

● Images or recordings you make on your camcorder may be used for your personal enjoyment only. They may not be used without the permission of the copyright holder per copyright laws. Also note that the use of certain performances, shows, exhibitions, etc., though intended for personal enjoyment, may be restricted.

CONTENTS

SV Photo Capture.......................................................................... 3

Preparations .............................................................................................3

Launching SV Photo Capture ...................................................................3

Capturing images ..................................................................................... 4

Saving images ..........................................................................................5

Exitting ......................................................................................................5

VIEWCAM operation while SV Photo Capture is running ................... 5

SV Card Link .................................................................................. 6

Preparations .............................................................................................6

Launching SV Card Link ...........................................................................6

Capturing and saving images ...................................................................6

Exitting ......................................................................................................7

Troubleshooting ............................................................................ 8

If there are communications errors or communicationsare unstable........ 8

It the image cannot be captured... ............................................................8

SV Photo Capture

CONTENTS

SV Photo Capture can be used to control the VIEWCAM connected to the computer from the computer and capture images being displayed on the LCD screen in the Camera mode, or images recorded on tapes in the Tape Playback mode into the computer as still pictures.

Preparations

1 Connect the VIEWCAM to the computer.

• For details on connections, refer to the operation manual of your VIEWCAM.

2 Turn on the VIEWCAM’s power and set it to the Camera

or VCR mode.

Launching SV Photo Capture

3 Select the “Program” menu from “Start” on the task

bar, then click on “SV Photo Capture” in the “PixLab Lite” folder, or double click the short-cut icon on the desktop.

• SV Photo Capture is launched.

COM Port Settings

● This software automatically searches for and selects the COM port assigned for serial connection and there is no need to specify the port.

● If the connection cannot be set automatically, click the the assigned serial port and transfer speed in the connection settings dialog box and then try again. For details on the serial port and transfer speed settings, refer to the operation manual of your computer.

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Edge Smoothing OFF button

Use this to capture images without correction.

Capture button

Use this button to start capturing images from the VIEWCAM.

Display window

The image is displayed here as it is being captured.

Cancel button

Click this to cancel the image capture.

Control buttons (VCR mode)

Use this to play in the reverse direction. Use this to play in the forward direction. Use this to stop. Use this to pause playback and display a still image. Use these for slow playback. Use these during still image playback for frame-by-frame

playback. Use these to fast-forward and rewind the tape. During

playback, use them for forward and reverse search.

Edge smoothing AUTO button

Use this to capture images with correction.

Connection settings button

Use this to set the serial port and transfer speed.

Exit button

Use this to close the SV Photo Capture dialog.

Mode select buttons

Camera mode: Mode for capturing images currently being displayed on the VIEWCAM’s LCD screen.

Video mode: Mode for capturing images from the tape currently playing on the VIEWCAM.

Zoom buttons (Camera mode)

Use these to zoom in and out.

● If your VIEWCAM is not equipped for the operations described

Note

above, these operations cannot be performed with SV Photo Capture.

● SV Photo Capture cannot be launched while SV Card Link is running.

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