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...ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER. CAUTION If the AC adapter is misplaced or needs to capture those special moments. BATTERY DISPOSAL CONTAINS LITHIUM-ION RECHARGEABLE BATTERY. Thank you will get the most out of it. The camcorder will help you to be regulated due to the ... or recycling information, please contact your home video enjoyment and allow you fully enjoy the many features this camcorder from a SHARP service center of adapter from SHARP. This symbol warns the user of mercury. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE...
...ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER. CAUTION If the AC adapter is misplaced or needs to capture those special moments. BATTERY DISPOSAL CONTAINS LITHIUM-ION RECHARGEABLE BATTERY. Thank you will get the most out of it. The camcorder will help you to be regulated due to the ... or recycling information, please contact your home video enjoyment and allow you fully enjoy the many features this camcorder from a SHARP service center of adapter from SHARP. This symbol warns the user of mercury. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE...
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... 61,000 (VL-WD450U)/close to take out batteries or install them. Operation is reversed (positive end where the negative end belongs and vice versa), it can be used in a residential installation. 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 subject to...
... 61,000 (VL-WD450U)/close to take out batteries or install them. Operation is reversed (positive end where the negative end belongs and vice versa), it can be used in a residential installation. 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 subject to...
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.... Accessories-Do not place this product during a lightning storm, or when it from overheat- Ventilation-Slots and openings in installation such as they exit from battery power, or other ). This is left unattended and unused for example, near a swimming pool; Power-Cord Protection-Power-supply cords should never be adhered to...
.... Accessories-Do not place this product during a lightning storm, or when it from overheat- Ventilation-Slots and openings in installation such as they exit from battery power, or other ). This is left unattended and unused for example, near a swimming pool; Power-Cord Protection-Power-supply cords should never be adhered to...
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... recording functions, hold down the Lock button and set to CAMERA. v mark on the side of the battery pack with the a mark on the charger (1) and guide the battery into the groove. Turning the Power off Set the Power switch to CARD. Quick Operation Guide Please consult ...Switching the Media To use the playback and editing functions, hold down completely until it locks into place. Pressing the battery (2), slide it locks into place (2). Lock button Attaching the Battery Pack 1 Make sure that the Power switch is set the Power switch to TAPE. Lock button To use a...
... recording functions, hold down the Lock button and set to CAMERA. v mark on the side of the battery pack with the a mark on the charger (1) and guide the battery into the groove. Turning the Power off Set the Power switch to CARD. Quick Operation Guide Please consult ...Switching the Media To use the playback and editing functions, hold down completely until it locks into place. Pressing the battery (2), slide it locks into place (2). Lock button Attaching the Battery Pack 1 Make sure that the Power switch is set the Power switch to TAPE. Lock button To use a...
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...valid only in the U.S. and Latin America. Supplied Accessories Battery pack BT-L221n*1 AC adapter/ battery charger UADP-0321TAZZ*1 Power cord QACCD0031TAPZ DC cable QCNW-1957TAZZ Remote control RRMCG0100TASA AA battery for remote control K 2 CR2025 type lithium battery Audio/video cable (RCA type) QCNW-2016TAZZ Lens cap ... type 8 MB SmartMedia™ card*2 SmartMedia card protective case Zoom microphone RMICC0098TAZZ Windscreen *1 The part numbers for the AC adapter/battery charger and battery pack supplied with this camcorder was purchased outside of the supplied AC adapter...
...valid only in the U.S. and Latin America. Supplied Accessories Battery pack BT-L221n*1 AC adapter/ battery charger UADP-0321TAZZ*1 Power cord QACCD0031TAPZ DC cable QCNW-1957TAZZ Remote control RRMCG0100TASA AA battery for remote control K 2 CR2025 type lithium battery Audio/video cable (RCA type) QCNW-2016TAZZ Lens cap ... type 8 MB SmartMedia™ card*2 SmartMedia card protective case Zoom microphone RMICC0098TAZZ Windscreen *1 The part numbers for the AC adapter/battery charger and battery pack supplied with this camcorder was purchased outside of the supplied AC adapter...
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x 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://www.sharp-usa.com). Optional Accessories Standard-life battery pack BT-L221n Extended-life battery pack BT-L441n Zoom microphone VR-5MCN Note: The listed model names are for U.S. accessories.
x 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://www.sharp-usa.com). Optional Accessories Standard-life battery pack BT-L221n Extended-life battery pack BT-L441n Zoom microphone VR-5MCN Note: The listed model names are for U.S. accessories.
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... 10 Powering the Camcorder from an AC Outlet 11 Inserting and Removing a Mini DV Cassette .......... 12 Installing the Lithium Memory Battery 13 Selecting the Language for the On-screen Display 14 Setting the Area, Date and Time 15 Displaying the Date and Time of Recording ... Camera Recording Easy Camera Recording on Tape in Full Auto Mode 20 Zooming 21 Tips on Recording Positions 21 Remaining Recording Time Display 22 Remaining Battery Power Display 22 Playback Tape Playback 23 Volume Control 23 Watching the Playback on a TV 24 Video Search 25 Still 25 Selecting the Camcorder ...
... 10 Powering the Camcorder from an AC Outlet 11 Inserting and Removing a Mini DV Cassette .......... 12 Installing the Lithium Memory Battery 13 Selecting the Language for the On-screen Display 14 Setting the Area, Date and Time 15 Displaying the Date and Time of Recording ... Camera Recording Easy Camera Recording on Tape in Full Auto Mode 20 Zooming 21 Tips on Recording Positions 21 Remaining Recording Time Display 22 Remaining Battery Power Display 22 Playback Tape Playback 23 Volume Control 23 Watching the Playback on a TV 24 Video Search 25 Still 25 Selecting the Camcorder ...
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Operation References Left view Viewfinder [p. 18] Zoom microphone mounting hole [p. 55] LCD monitor [p. 19] LCD monitor OPEN release button [p. 19] Lithium battery compartment door [p. 13] Diopter adjustment [p. 18] Power source PUSH release button [pp. 10, 11] Power source mounting surface [pp. 10, 11] Shoulder strap loop [p. 17] Bottom view Card slot cover ;; Tripod socket 2
Operation References Left view Viewfinder [p. 18] Zoom microphone mounting hole [p. 55] LCD monitor [p. 19] LCD monitor OPEN release button [p. 19] Lithium battery compartment door [p. 13] Diopter adjustment [p. 18] Power source PUSH release button [pp. 10, 11] Power source mounting surface [pp. 10, 11] Shoulder strap loop [p. 17] Bottom view Card slot cover ;; Tripod socket 2
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... monitor back to have it replaced. Prepare a new cassette (see page 91). DEW L AMP 7 DEW L AMP The battery is no video cassette in the center of its service life. To check the type of warning I S TOO LOW. PROT... EC T. Replace it with a fully charged battery pack (see page 12). Operation References Operation References Warning Indicators If a warning indicator appears on the video cassette ...the dew disappears (see page 12). There is almost depleted. Call your local authorized Sharp dealer to within 135°.
... monitor back to have it replaced. Prepare a new cassette (see page 91). DEW L AMP 7 DEW L AMP The battery is no video cassette in the center of its service life. To check the type of warning I S TOO LOW. PROT... EC T. Replace it with a fully charged battery pack (see page 12). Operation References Operation References Warning Indicators If a warning indicator appears on the video cassette ...the dew disappears (see page 12). There is almost depleted. Call your local authorized Sharp dealer to within 135°.
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... not a malfunction. • Using the zoom (see page 21) and other functions or turning the power on the charger (1) and guide the battery into the groove. Caution: • Charge only SHARP model BT-L221 or BT-L441 battery packs. Then, remove the AC plug of the power cord from the AC adapter... the arrow (3) until the camcorder power automatically turns off. 3 Remove the battery pack and store it between 50°F and 86°F (10°C and 30°C). This may result in TAPE modes Model Battery pack Charging time VL-WD450U VL-WD650U BT-L221 BT-L441 BT-L221 BT-L441 100 160 100 160...
... not a malfunction. • Using the zoom (see page 21) and other functions or turning the power on the charger (1) and guide the battery into the groove. Caution: • Charge only SHARP model BT-L221 or BT-L441 battery packs. Then, remove the AC plug of the power cord from the AC adapter... the arrow (3) until the camcorder power automatically turns off. 3 Remove the battery pack and store it between 50°F and 86°F (10°C and 30°C). This may result in TAPE modes Model Battery pack Charging time VL-WD450U VL-WD650U BT-L221 BT-L441 BT-L221 BT-L441 100 160 100 160...
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...mark on the camcorder (1), and slide the battery pack down completely until it unreadable and unwritable. • Remove the battery pack from the camcorder if you will not use the camcorder for a long period of time. • Use only SHARP model BT-L221 or BT-L441 battery packs with the q mark on the ...side of fire or explosion. 10 Removing the battery pack while shooting or during playback may damage the tape by causing it out (2). Power...
...mark on the camcorder (1), and slide the battery pack down completely until it unreadable and unwritable. • Remove the battery pack from the camcorder if you will not use the camcorder for a long period of time. • Use only SHARP model BT-L221 or BT-L441 battery packs with the q mark on the ...side of fire or explosion. 10 Removing the battery pack while shooting or during playback may damage the tape by causing it out (2). Power...
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...to wrap around the video head drum or may damage the tape by using the supplied AC adapter/ battery charger and DC cable. DC cable connecting plate Note: • When the AC adapter/battery charger is used to the AC adapter, and insert the AC plug into place (2). Removing the ... Cautions: • BEFORE REMOVING THE DC CABLE, ALWAYS STOP RECORDING OR PLAYBACK AND TURN THE POWER OFF. Caution: • The supplied AC adapter/battery charger is specially designed for use the camcorder for other camcorders. 1 Make sure that the Power switch is supplied power. DC OUT jack POWER indicator...
...to wrap around the video head drum or may damage the tape by using the supplied AC adapter/ battery charger and DC cable. DC cable connecting plate Note: • When the AC adapter/battery charger is used to the AC adapter, and insert the AC plug into place (2). Removing the ... Cautions: • BEFORE REMOVING THE DC CABLE, ALWAYS STOP RECORDING OR PLAYBACK AND TURN THE POWER OFF. Caution: • The supplied AC adapter/battery charger is specially designed for use the camcorder for other camcorders. 1 Make sure that the Power switch is supplied power. DC OUT jack POWER indicator...
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... to pick up the camcorder by pressing the center until the cassette holder clicks into place. If this camcorder. 12 Replace the battery pack with a fully charged one. • See page 88 for more information on the video cassette tapes intended for use the...inserting or removing a cassette. Erasure protect tab Removing a Cassette Perform step 1 above, then take out the cassette. Notes: • If the battery power is pulled too tight, it clicks into place. • A confirmation sound is made , and the cassette holder extends and opens automatically. Preparation...
... to pick up the camcorder by pressing the center until the cassette holder clicks into place. If this camcorder. 12 Replace the battery pack with a fully charged one. • See page 88 for more information on the video cassette tapes intended for use the...inserting or removing a cassette. Erasure protect tab Removing a Cassette Perform step 1 above, then take out the cassette. Notes: • If the battery power is pulled too tight, it clicks into place. • A confirmation sound is made , and the cassette holder extends and opens automatically. Preparation...
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... out. • Do not short-circuit, recharge, disassemble, or heat the lithium battery. • Should the lithium battery leak, wipe the battery compartment clean, and then insert a new battery. • The lithium battery will last about one year under normal usage. 4 Replace the compartment door, and ... SWALLOWED, CONSULT A PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY FOR EMERGENCY TREATMENT. Notes on the Use of the Lithium battery REPLACE BATTERY WITH TOSHIBA, MATSUSHITA OR HITACHI MAXELL TYPE CR2025 ONLY. Lift up the battery using the tip of the date and time settings. 1 Press the LCD monitor OPEN release...
... out. • Do not short-circuit, recharge, disassemble, or heat the lithium battery. • Should the lithium battery leak, wipe the battery compartment clean, and then insert a new battery. • The lithium battery will last about one year under normal usage. 4 Replace the compartment door, and ... SWALLOWED, CONSULT A PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY FOR EMERGENCY TREATMENT. Notes on the Use of the Lithium battery REPLACE BATTERY WITH TOSHIBA, MATSUSHITA OR HITACHI MAXELL TYPE CR2025 ONLY. Lift up the battery using the tip of the date and time settings. 1 Press the LCD monitor OPEN release...
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... the Lock button and set the time to select "SETTING" , and then press r (2). Notes: • Before performing the procedure below, make sure that the lithium battery has been installed (see page 13). • If you are in New York. LCD monitor OPEN release button Note: • See "Time Zone Chart" and...
... the Lock button and set the time to select "SETTING" , and then press r (2). Notes: • Before performing the procedure below, make sure that the lithium battery has been installed (see page 13). • If you are in New York. LCD monitor OPEN release button Note: • See "Time Zone Chart" and...
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... REC START/STOP button 3 Seal the velcro fasteners of the hand strap, open the hand strap flap, perform the same procedure, and then attach the battery pack. 2 5 Loop Loop 3 6 Buckle 4 Buckle 7 17 Caution: • Do not swing the camcorder by the hand strap. Attaching the Shoulder Strap ...1 Remove the battery pack. 2 Hold one end of the strap and thread it fits snugly. Then, pull the grip strap tight until it through the loop on the ...
... REC START/STOP button 3 Seal the velcro fasteners of the hand strap, open the hand strap flap, perform the same procedure, and then attach the battery pack. 2 5 Loop Loop 3 6 Buckle 4 Buckle 7 17 Caution: • Do not swing the camcorder by the hand strap. Attaching the Shoulder Strap ...1 Remove the battery pack. 2 Hold one end of the strap and thread it fits snugly. Then, pull the grip strap tight until it through the loop on the ...
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...LCD monitor vertically until it . • Close the LCD monitor completely with the screen facing in when not in bright daylight. Lock button Notes: • Battery consumption is larger when the LCD monitor is completely opened. • When closing the LCD monitor, do not tilt it; Closing the LCD monitor Return... a 90° angle to CAMERA or VCR. LCD monitor OPEN release button 90 2 Adjust the LCD monitor to an angle that you want to save battery power. • Use the viewfinder if the LCD screen becomes difficult to see in use. • Use a soft cloth to clean the LCD screen. ...
...LCD monitor vertically until it . • Close the LCD monitor completely with the screen facing in when not in bright daylight. Lock button Notes: • Battery consumption is larger when the LCD monitor is completely opened. • When closing the LCD monitor, do not tilt it; Closing the LCD monitor Return... a 90° angle to CAMERA or VCR. LCD monitor OPEN release button 90 2 Adjust the LCD monitor to an angle that you want to save battery power. • Use the viewfinder if the LCD screen becomes difficult to see in use. • Use a soft cloth to clean the LCD screen. ...
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... a decrease of more than 5 minutes in minutes. Recording pauses, and the camcorder enters Recording Standby mode. REC To turn off to save battery power and to protect the tape from the lens is now displayed in the actual recording time compared to CAMERA. • The picture from...START/STOP button to OFF without pressing the Lock button. Basic Operations Camera Recording Easy Camera Recording on Tape in TAPECAMERA mode Model VL-WD450U VL-WD650U Battery pack BT-L221 BT-L441 BT-L221 BT-L441 Max. continuous LCD closed 120 240 120 240 recording time LCD open 100 ...
... a decrease of more than 5 minutes in minutes. Recording pauses, and the camcorder enters Recording Standby mode. REC To turn off to save battery power and to protect the tape from the lens is now displayed in the actual recording time compared to CAMERA. • The picture from...START/STOP button to OFF without pressing the Lock button. Basic Operations Camera Recording Easy Camera Recording on Tape in TAPECAMERA mode Model VL-WD450U VL-WD650U Battery pack BT-L221 BT-L441 BT-L221 BT-L441 Max. continuous LCD closed 120 240 120 240 recording time LCD open 100 ...
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...power source, you set the Power switch to OFF and then back to CAMERA or VCR. • In cold environments, the red remaining battery power indicator may cause the camcorder to begin recording. • The remaining recording time indicator only shows the approximate time left. CHANGE THE...camcorder is recording in TAPECAMERA mode, an on and off the indicator, press the MENU/ DISPLAY button again. The battery pack, however, can turn off the remaining battery power indicator by pressing the MENU/DISPLAY button. TAPE END (The tape has reached the end.) 22 Basic Operations ...
...power source, you set the Power switch to OFF and then back to CAMERA or VCR. • In cold environments, the red remaining battery power indicator may cause the camcorder to begin recording. • The remaining recording time indicator only shows the approximate time left. CHANGE THE...camcorder is recording in TAPECAMERA mode, an on and off the indicator, press the MENU/ DISPLAY button again. The battery pack, however, can turn off the remaining battery power indicator by pressing the MENU/DISPLAY button. TAPE END (The tape has reached the end.) 22 Basic Operations ...
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...may not work in the situations described on page 47. Select "REMOTE" (1), then press r (2). In these situations, use old and new batteries together or batteries of different brands together. Caution: • Do not use the manual focus function. OTHERS REMOT E ON SOUND OFF T I , then ...Select I ME CODE T C OUT DEMO MODE L ANGUAGE 43 Installing the Batteries in the Remote Control 1 Open the battery compartment cover. 2 Insert the two supplied AA (R6 or UM/ SUM-3) batteries with the battery poles positioned as flowers and insects, or make title frames for the widest angle...
...may not work in the situations described on page 47. Select "REMOTE" (1), then press r (2). In these situations, use old and new batteries together or batteries of different brands together. Caution: • Do not use the manual focus function. OTHERS REMOT E ON SOUND OFF T I , then ...Select I ME CODE T C OUT DEMO MODE L ANGUAGE 43 Installing the Batteries in the Remote Control 1 Open the battery compartment cover. 2 Insert the two supplied AA (R6 or UM/ SUM-3) batteries with the battery poles positioned as flowers and insects, or make title frames for the widest angle...