Sharp ViewCam VL-NZ100E User manual

LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY CAMCORDER
VL-NZ100E
OPERATION MANUAL
OPERATION MANUAL
VL-NZ100E/hyou; 02/2/8/18:00
VL-NZ100E VL-NZ100E
ENGLISH

Before using the camcorder, please read this operation manual carefully,
especially page vii.
ENGLISH
OPERATION MANUAL
WARNING
TO PREVENT SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN
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.
CAUTION
To prevent shock, do not open the
cabinet. No user serviceable parts
inside. Refer servicing to qualified
dealer or service centre.
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.
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.
NOTE
The LCD panel of this camcorder is a very high technology product with more than
120,000 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.
Trademarks
• Microsoft and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the
United States and/or other countries.
• 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.
*Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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WARNING:
This Camcorder must be supplied only with DC 7.4 volts from a BT-L225 or BT-
L445 battery or the AC adapter (UADP-0342TAZZ).
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.
Information for Australia/New Zealand Only
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NOTE
This Camcorder is a high technology product.
The LCD Panel comprises 123,200 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
Please consult this operation manual
further for details on these and other
functions of your camcorder.
Attaching the Battery
Pack
1Make sure that the Power
switch is set to OFF.
2Align the =mark on the side of the
battery pack with the =mark on the
camcorder (1), and slide the battery
pack in the direction of the arrow
completely until it locks into place (2).
Charging the Battery
Pack
1Attach the battery pack on the
camcorder, and make sure that the
Power switch is set to OFF.
2Connect the supplied power cord to the
AC power socket on the AC adapter, and
insert the AC plug into a power outlet.
3Insert the DC plug into the DC input
jack.
• The charge indicator lights up.
• The charge indicator turns off when the
battery is charged.
4Remove the DC plug from the DC input
jack, then remove the AC plug from the
power outlet.
Power switch
AC power socket
To power
outlet
DC input jack
Charge indicator
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Erasure protect tab
Clipped corner
Inserting a Cassette
1Attach 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.
2Insert a commercially available cassette
fully with the window facing outwards,
and with the erasure protect tab facing
upwards.
3Press the Wmark gently until the
cassette holder clicks into place.
• After confirmation sound, the cassette
holder retracts automatically.
4Wait for the cassette holder to fully
retract. Close the compartment door by
pressing the centre until it clicks into
place.
SAVE
REC
Inserting a Card
You can use an SD Memory Card or a
MultiMediaCard for storing still images.
1Make sure that the Power switch is set
to OFF.
2Slide the card slot cover release and
open the card slot cover in the direction
of the arrow.
3Insert a card into the slot as shown
below, and push it in as far as it will go.
4Close the card slot cover.
Note:
•You cannot use a SmartMedia™ card or
Memory Stick™ media. In this operation
manual, “card” refers to the SD Memory Card
or the MultiMediaCard.
Cassette compartment
door release
“W” mark
Card slot cover release
Label
Write-protect
switch
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Quick Operation Guide
Easy Camera Recording
on Tape
1Insert a cassette into the camcorder.
2Set the Media Selection
switch to TAPE.
3Hold down the Lock button and set the
Power switch to CAMERA.
• The picture from the lens now displays.
4Press the REC START/STOP button to
begin recording.
To pause recording
Press the REC START/STOP button again.
AUTO
REC
Zooming
Push the Power Zoom control to T (1) (tele-
photo) or W (2) (wide angle) side.
Tape Playback
1Set the Media Selection
switch to TAPE.
2Hold down the Lock button
and set the Power switch to
VCR.
3Press j(or k) on the Operation button
to rewind (or fast forward) the tape to the
desired point.
4Press mto begin playback.
To stop playback
Press l.
Volume Control
Push the Volume control to the Lor +side to
increase (1) or decrease (2) the volume.
Power Zoom control
Volume control
Lock button
SET button
Media Selection switch
Power Zoom control/Volume control
STILL button
Power switch
Operation button
REC START/STOP button
Lock button
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Lock button
Lock button
Image file name
Card Recording
1Insert a card into the camcorder.
2Set the Media Selection
switch to CARD.
3Hold down the Lock button and set the
Power switch to CAMERA.
• The picture from the lens now displays.
4Adjust the Power Zoom control to frame
the subject as you desire.
5Press 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 Tmark, then the
camcorder locks the focus.
6Press the STILL button fully to begin
recording.
• The Sindicator flashes red while data
is being recorded on the card, and
returns to white when recording
completes.
AUTO
NORMAL
CARD
/981
7
01
89
0100
- 00 2/2PAGE 1
NORMAL
PLAYBACK
1
4
2
5
3
6
1000
- 00
2/1PAGE
1
NORMAL
PLAYBACK
AUTO
NORMAL
/981
CARD
NORMAL
/981
CARD
3000 - 001
NORMA L
01/3
1000 - 001
NORMAL
01/1
CARD
Card Playback
1Set the Media Selection
switch to CARD.
2Hold down the Lock button and set the
Power switch to VCR.
• The images recorded on the card are
displayed in a thumbnail format.
3Press j, k, lor mon the Operation
button to move the selection frame to
the desired image.
4Press the SET button.
• The selected image displays in full-
screen.
Number of shots taken/remaining
Page number/total thumbnail pages
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Supplied Accessories
Battery pack
BT-L225 Power cord
Audio/video cable Lens cap
Lens hood Wrist strap Tripod adapter
USB driver USB cable
SD Memory Card
(8 MB)
CR2025 type
lithium battery
AA batteryK2
Remote controlAC adapter
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Optional Accessories
Note:
• Some of these accessories may not be available in selected areas.
Standard-life
battery pack
BT-L225
Extended-life
battery pack
BT-L445
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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.
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
camcorder in close
proximity to lighting
equipment.
The heat from incan-
descent lights may de-
form 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 ar-
eas.
•Be aware of the temperature and humidity.
You can use your camcorder at 0°C to
L40°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 mil-
dew to form on
the lenses. Be
sure to keep the
unit in a well-
ventilated loca-
tion.
•Some small, portable tri-
pods may be difficult to at-
tach 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 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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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 forms,
recording and playback may not function
properly.
Dew is likely to form in the following circum-
stances:
—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 or car.
—When placing the
camcorder in the direct
path of air blowing from
an air conditioner.
—When placing the
camcorder in a humid
room.
•“Dew” warning feature
If dew forms, the word “DEW” flashes on the
screen, and the power will automatically turn
off in approximately 10 seconds.
1If “DEW” flashes, remove the cassette,
leave the cassette compartment open, and
wait for a few hours to allow the camcorder
to acclimatise to the surrounding tempera-
ture.
2To use the camcorder again, turn on the
power after waiting for a few hours. Be sure
that “DEW” has disappeared.
3Do not insert a cassette while “DEW” is
flashing; this may result in damage to the
tape.
4Since dew forms gradually, it may take 10
to 15 minutes before the dew warning
feature engages.
•How to prevent trouble.
When using the camcorder in a place where
dew is likely to form, allow the camcorder and
the video tape to acclimatise to the surround-
ings for about one hour.
For example, when bringing the camcorder
indoors after skiing, place it in a plastic bag.
1Be sure to tightly seal the plastic bag
containing the camcorder.
2Remove the bag when the air temperature
inside it reaches the temperature of the
room.
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Plastic bag
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Dirty Video Heads
When the video heads have become clogged
with dirt (dust and tape coating particles),
• mosaic-like noise appears on the playback
picture. (see above illustration)
• playback pictures do not move.
• during playback, the whole screen becomes
blue.
Using a Cleaning Tape (Commercially
Available)
Available mode:
TAPE-VCR
You can clean the video head with a commer-
cially available cleaning tape.
Notes:
•Excessive use of the cleaning tape 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.
• If the video heads again become clogged with
dirt soon after cleaning, this might be caused by
a damaged tape. In this case, stop using that
cassette immediately.
1Insert a cleaning tape into the
camcorder.
2Set the camcorder to TAPE-VCR mode.
• The video head cleaning screen
appears.
3Press the SET button to begin video
head cleaning.
• “NOW CLEANING” flashes during
cleaning.
• After about 20 seconds, video head
cleaning automatically finishes, and
“EJECT THE CASSETTE.” displays.
4Remove the cleaning tape.
CLEANING
STOP
START
CLEANINGNOW
Causes of video head clogging
• High-temperature and high-humidity environ-
ment
• A lot of dust in the air
• Damaged tape
• Worn tape
• Long-time use
• Dew formation
If the video heads become clogged, the
vindicator appears on the screen. Contact
the nearest SHARP service centre or your
dealer for further advice.
To cancel cleaning, press the SET button.
Mosaic noise
Precautions
Striped noise
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Contents
Appendix
Preparation Useful Features
Operation References Basic Operations Advanced Features Digital Still Camera
Features
Part Names .................................................................... 1
On-screen Display Index ............................................... 4
Warning Indicators ......................................................... 7
Operation References
Preparation
Basic Operations
Useful Features
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
Setting the Date and Time ........................................... 15
Attaching the Lens Hood ............................................. 16
Attaching the Wrist Strap ............................................. 16
Using the Lens Cap ..................................................... 17
Tips on Recording 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
Using the Menu Screens.............................................. 26
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
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-bit 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
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
Editing .......................................................................... 48
Recording from an External Source ............................. 49
Using the Camcorder as a Converter .......................... 50
Editing with the DV Terminal (IEEE1394) ..................... 51
Selecting the Audio Playback Mode ............................ 52
Audio Dubbing Feature................................................ 53
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Appendix
Preparation Useful Features
Operation References Basic Operations Advanced Features Digital Still Camera
Features
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 Playback ................................................... 67
Picture/Backlight Adjustments ..................................... 68
Turning off the Confirmation Sound ............................. 69
Useful Information ........................................................ 70
Demonstration Mode ................................................... 77
Before Requesting Service .......................................... 78
Specifications .............................................................. 80
Appendix
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Operation References
Operation References
1
Operation References
Part Names
For details on the use of each part, refer to the page number indicated in brackets.
Front view
Lithium battery
compartment door
[p. 14]
Stereo microphone
Zoom lens
Cassette holder [p. 12]
Cassette compartment door [p. 12]
Cassette compartment door release [p. 12]
DC input jack
[pp. 10, 11]
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Operation References
2
Rear view
USB terminal
[pp. 65, 66]
DV terminal
[pp. 50, 51]
AV jack
[pp. 25,
48–50]
Media Selection
switch (TAPE/
CARD selection
switch) [p. 19]
Operation button
Jack cover
[pp. 25,
48–51, 65]
Power Zoom Wide angle/
Telephoto control [p. 21]/
VOLume control [p. 23]
LCD monitor
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Operation References
Operation References
3
Rear view
Bottom view
Wrist strap loop
[p. 16]
Battery release [p. 9]
Battery mounting surface
[p. 9]
Tripod adapter socket
[p. 33]
GAMMA/
BRIGHTER button
[pp. 29, 30, 40]
FADE button
[p. 31]
SET button
[p. 26]
Remote sensor
[p. 38]
STILL button [pp. 33, 40, 55]
Power switch
(CAMERA/VCR
select switch) [p. 19]
Speaker
Card slot cover
[p. 13]
MANUAL button
[p. 6]
RECord START/STOP
button [p. 20]
MENU button [pp. 6, 26]
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Operation References
4
On-screen Display Index
For details on the use of each function, refer to the page number indicated.
AUTO
30
min
CLOCK SET
DISPLAY
RETURN
LCD SET
BACKL I GHT
LCD BRI GHT
LC D COLOUR
RETURN
LCD SET
BACKL I GHT
LCD BRI GHT
LC D COLOUR
RETURN
A UDIO
DIO
AUDIO 21 +21 +
CLOCK SET
DISPLAY
SETT I NG
12H 24H/
RETURN
EFFECT
PLAYBACK
PIC.
AUDI O DUB
AUDI O
ANLG DGTL
RETURN
SET
OTHERS
BEEP
REMOTE
T IME CODE
TC OUT
RETURN
EFFECTPIC.
SCENE MENU
QK.
RETURN
GU I DE
RETURN
EFFECT
PLAYBACK
PIC.
AUDI O DUB
AUDI O
ANLG DGTL
RETURN
SET
SETT I NG 1
DGTL ZOOM
TAPE
DIS
SPEED
16 9:
AUD I O MODE
RETURN
EFFECTPIC.
SCENE MENU
QK.
RETURN
GU I DE
RETURN
OTHERS
BEEP
T IME CODE
TC OUT
DEMO
RETURN
MO D E
SETT I NG 1
SETT I NG 2
TAPE-CAMERA mode
TAPE-VCR mode
p. 22
pp. 20, 44
p. 34
p. 20
p. 22
p. 22
p. 52
p. 45
p. 46
p. 32
p. 27
p. 28
p. 36
p. 34
p. 34
p. 37
p. 69
p. 47
p. 47
p. 77
p. 68
p. 39
p. 15
p. 16
p. 41
p. 54
p. 52
p. 50
p. 38
p. 69
p. 47
p. 47
p. 68
p. 39
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Operation References
Operation References
5
AUTO
LCD SET
BACKL I GHT
LCD BRI GHT
LC D COLOUR
RETURN
OTHERS
BEEP
REMOTE
RETURN
CLOCK SET
DISPLAY
RETURN
LCD SET
BACKL I GHT
LCD BRI GHT
LCD COLOUR
RETURN
NORMAL
CARD
/0180
7
01
89
0100
- 00 2/2PAGE 1
NORMA L
PLAYBACK
EFFECT
PLAYBACK
PIC.
SL IDE
DELETE
PROT ECT
SHOW
PR I .
RETURN
ORDER
SET
0100 - 001
NORMA L
01/3
00 - 001
NORMA L
CARD
01/01
EFFECTPIC.
SCENE MENU
SELF
RETURN
GU I DE
TIMER
DGTL ZOOM
DIS
REC MODE
RETURN
OTHERS
FORMAT
BEEP
DEMO
RETURN
MO D E
CLOCK SET
DISPLAY
SETT I NG
12H 24H/
RETURN
EFFECTPIC.
SCENE MENU
SELF
RETURN
GU I DE
TIMER
EFFECT
PLAYBACK
PIC.
SL IDE
DELETE
PROT ECT
SHOW
PR I .
RETURN
ORDER
SET
SETT I NG 1
SETT I NG 1
SETT I NG 2
CARD-CAMERA mode
CARD-VCR mode
Note:
• See page 26 for procedures on how to display the desired screen.
p. 22
p. 44
p. 22
p. 59
p. 45
p. 46
p. 57
p. 27
p. 28
p. 34
p. 56
p. 58
p. 69
p. 77
p. 68
p. 39
p. 15
p. 16
p. 41
p. 67
pp. 61, 62
p. 60
p. 63
p. 38
p. 69
p. 68
p. 39
p. 59
p. 55
p. 55
p. 56
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