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References Model No.: Serial No.: • See page 54 for use of the unit. Important For assistance in reporting the theft or loss of this information. Please retain this product, record on the line below the model number and serial number which are located on the bottom of Demo mode. Operation Summary Preparation LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY CAMCORDER MODEL VL-AH130U OPERATION MANUAL Basic Operations Camera Recording Basic Operations Playback Useful Features Advanced Features NTSC Please read this operation manual carefully before using the VIEWCAM.
References Model No.: Serial No.: • See page 54 for use of the unit. Important For assistance in reporting the theft or loss of this information. Please retain this product, record on the line below the model number and serial number which are located on the bottom of Demo mode. Operation Summary Preparation LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY CAMCORDER MODEL VL-AH130U OPERATION MANUAL Basic Operations Camera Recording Basic Operations Playback Useful Features Advanced Features NTSC Please read this operation manual carefully before using the VIEWCAM.
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... REMOVE COVER. CAUTION If the AC adapter is misplaced or needs to be regulated due to familiarize yourself with the VIEWCAM's features, so that you fully enjoy the many features this unit. i MUST BE RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF PROPERLY. The... This symbol alerts the user that can cause dangerous electric shocks. BATTERY DISPOSAL CONTAINS NICKEL-METAL HYDRIDE RECHARGEABLE BATTERY. Please read this VIEWCAM from a SHARP service center of uninsulated voltage within the unit that there are important operating and maintenance instructions in the U.S. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED ...
... REMOVE COVER. CAUTION If the AC adapter is misplaced or needs to be regulated due to familiarize yourself with the VIEWCAM's features, so that you fully enjoy the many features this unit. i MUST BE RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF PROPERLY. The... This symbol alerts the user that can cause dangerous electric shocks. BATTERY DISPOSAL CONTAINS NICKEL-METAL HYDRIDE RECHARGEABLE BATTERY. Please read this VIEWCAM from a SHARP service center of uninsulated voltage within the unit that there are important operating and maintenance instructions in the U.S. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED ...
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...using other VCRs or audio dubbing cannot be obtained from that to which PCM sound has already been recorded, the audio track of the new VIEWCAM recording may appear on a circuit different from copyright owners whenever necessary. If you fine picture detail. Operation is connected. -Consult the dealer or...help. This equipment generates, uses, and can overheat and rupture. Occasionally, a pixel may not come out if the tape is the intent of SHARP that this unit be used in full compliance with close to 90,000 thin-film transistors*, giving you record on a tape on which the ...
...using other VCRs or audio dubbing cannot be obtained from that to which PCM sound has already been recorded, the audio track of the new VIEWCAM recording may appear on a circuit different from copyright owners whenever necessary. If you fine picture detail. Operation is connected. -Consult the dealer or...help. This equipment generates, uses, and can overheat and rupture. Occasionally, a pixel may not come out if the tape is the intent of SHARP that this unit be used in full compliance with close to 90,000 thin-film transistors*, giving you record on a tape on which the ...
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...to attach and may white out. Bumping or striking the unit during recording will generate noise in the recorded image. • Avoid placing the VIEWCAM in dark places, avoid sudden brightly lit objects or light sources, such as it may cause buzzing or picture deterioration. • Avoid shocks...store the unit in an unventilated car in the summer, in a thick cloth (a blanket, etc.). this happen, point the lens in use your VIEWCAM in a cold environment, the LCD monitor screen often appears less bright immediately after the power is not a malfunction. Do not drop or otherwise subject...
...to attach and may white out. Bumping or striking the unit during recording will generate noise in the recorded image. • Avoid placing the VIEWCAM in dark places, avoid sudden brightly lit objects or light sources, such as it may cause buzzing or picture deterioration. • Avoid shocks...store the unit in an unventilated car in the summer, in a thick cloth (a blanket, etc.). this happen, point the lens in use your VIEWCAM in a cold environment, the LCD monitor screen often appears less bright immediately after the power is not a malfunction. Do not drop or otherwise subject...
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... • Use a soft cloth to achieve even higher resolution and picture quality. It also functions as it may break. • Do not place the VIEWCAM with the screen facing down. Cautions: • Do not apply pressure to the screen. • Do not expose the screen to shocks, as a handy... you want to record with a large LCD monitor screen that allows you have just recorded. About Your VIEWCAM Recording Format LCD Monitor Screen Hi8 is a high-performance extension of the menu screen.) The VIEWCAM is unable to play back a tape recorded in normal 8 mm format, set the menu item to...
... • Use a soft cloth to achieve even higher resolution and picture quality. It also functions as it may break. • Do not place the VIEWCAM with the screen facing down. Cautions: • Do not apply pressure to the screen. • Do not expose the screen to shocks, as a handy... you want to record with a large LCD monitor screen that allows you have just recorded. About Your VIEWCAM Recording Format LCD Monitor Screen Hi8 is a high-performance extension of the menu screen.) The VIEWCAM is unable to play back a tape recorded in normal 8 mm format, set the menu item to...
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If this VIEWCAM are valid only in the U.S. vii Please refer to the part numbers printed on the labels of these areas, the part numbers may be different. ... Lens cap GCOVH1225TASA AA battery for remote control ן2 * Note: The part numbers for the AC adapter and battery pack supplied with this VIEWCAM was purchased outside of the supplied AC adapter and battery pack. and Latin America.
If this VIEWCAM are valid only in the U.S. vii Please refer to the part numbers printed on the labels of these areas, the part numbers may be different. ... Lens cap GCOVH1225TASA AA battery for remote control ן2 * Note: The part numbers for the AC adapter and battery pack supplied with this VIEWCAM was purchased outside of the supplied AC adapter and battery pack. and Latin America.
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Contents Operation Summary Part Names 3 Quick Reference Index 5 Warning Indicators 6 Preparation Inserting and Removing the Battery Pack 7 Charging the Battery Pack 8 Powering the VIEWCAM from an AC Outlet........... 9 Inserting and Removing a Cassette 10 Installing the Lithium Memory Battery 11 Selecting the Language for the On-screen Display 12 Setting ...
Contents Operation Summary Part Names 3 Quick Reference Index 5 Warning Indicators 6 Preparation Inserting and Removing the Battery Pack 7 Charging the Battery Pack 8 Powering the VIEWCAM from an AC Outlet........... 9 Inserting and Removing a Cassette 10 Installing the Lithium Memory Battery 11 Selecting the Language for the On-screen Display 12 Setting ...
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... Brightness Compensation 30 Gain-up (Cat's Eye 31 Wide Screen (16:9 32 Macro Shots 32 Removing the Lens Hood 32 Self Recording 33 Setting the VIEWCAM to Full Auto Mode 35 Program Search 36 Tape Counter Feature 37 Using the Remote Control 39 Advanced Features Digital Picture Effects 40 Scene Menu...
... Brightness Compensation 30 Gain-up (Cat's Eye 31 Wide Screen (16:9 32 Macro Shots 32 Removing the Lens Hood 32 Self Recording 33 Setting the VIEWCAM to Full Auto Mode 35 Program Search 36 Tape Counter Feature 37 Using the Remote Control 39 Advanced Features Digital Picture Effects 40 Scene Menu...
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Operation Summary Operation Summary Quick Reference Index This index lists some example uses of the VIEWCAM's features. • To record with a Hi8 tape in normal 8 mm format. -See page vi ( Recording Format) • To quickly check what you have just recorded. -...
Operation Summary Operation Summary Quick Reference Index This index lists some example uses of the VIEWCAM's features. • To record with a Hi8 tape in normal 8 mm format. -See page vi ( Recording Format) • To quickly check what you have just recorded. -...
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In Self Recording mode, all warnings will be indicated by displayed in the VIEWCAM. About 10 seconds after 3 seconds Description of warning The video cassette is no video cassette in the center of warning, rotate the monitor back ...to the record-protect position, preventing recording (see page 53). Dew has formed inside the VIEWCAM. Wait for the first 3 seconds Displayed after this warning appears, the VIEWCAM automatically turns off. Replace it with a fully charged battery pack (see page 7). There is defective and should be ...
In Self Recording mode, all warnings will be indicated by displayed in the VIEWCAM. About 10 seconds after 3 seconds Description of warning The video cassette is no video cassette in the center of warning, rotate the monitor back ...to the record-protect position, preventing recording (see page 53). Dew has formed inside the VIEWCAM. Wait for the first 3 seconds Displayed after this warning appears, the VIEWCAM automatically turns off. Replace it with a fully charged battery pack (see page 7). There is defective and should be ...
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... THE TAPE AND TURN THE POWER OFF. If it may fail because of the poor contact pressure. • Remove the battery pack from the VIEWCAM if the VIEWCAM will remain wound around the video head drum, potentially causing damage to remove the battery pack. partment as shown to the tape. • Make... sure the battery compartment door is not, the battery pack may fall out or VIEWCAM operation may come off. • Use only SHARP model BT-H22 or BT-H32 battery packs with this VIEWCAM. If you remove the battery pack during recording or playback, the tape will not be used for...
... THE TAPE AND TURN THE POWER OFF. If it may fail because of the poor contact pressure. • Remove the battery pack from the VIEWCAM if the VIEWCAM will remain wound around the video head drum, potentially causing damage to remove the battery pack. partment as shown to the tape. • Make... sure the battery compartment door is not, the battery pack may fall out or VIEWCAM operation may come off. • Use only SHARP model BT-H22 or BT-H32 battery packs with this VIEWCAM. If you remove the battery pack during recording or playback, the tape will not be used for...
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... recording time listed above. • The charging time and recording time may burst, causing personal injury and damage. Remove the DC plug from the VIEWCAM, and close the terminal cover. This may result in green. continuous playback time BT-H22 approx. 3 hr. approx. 3 hr. 10 min....will not charge when the Power switch is fully charged, the CHARGE indicator will increase power consumption. Terminal cover Caution: • Charge only SHARP model BT-H22 or BT-H32 battery packs. Battery Charging continuous pack time recording time Max. Notes: • Using the zoom (see...
... recording time listed above. • The charging time and recording time may burst, causing personal injury and damage. Remove the DC plug from the VIEWCAM, and close the terminal cover. This may result in green. continuous playback time BT-H22 approx. 3 hr. approx. 3 hr. 10 min....will not charge when the Power switch is fully charged, the CHARGE indicator will increase power consumption. Terminal cover Caution: • Charge only SHARP model BT-H22 or BT-H32 battery packs. Battery Charging continuous pack time recording time Max. Notes: • Using the zoom (see...
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... AC adapter into a power outlet. 2 Make sure that the Power switch is specially designed for use the VIEWCAM for other camcorders. Preparation Preparation Powering the VIEWCAM from the VIEWCAM if you will not use with this VIEWCAM, and should not be used as a power supply for a long period of time. • When removing the...; Close the terminal cover after use. Lock button 9 Power switch 1 Insert the AC plug of the AC adapter into the DC IN jack on the VIEWCAM.
... AC adapter into a power outlet. 2 Make sure that the Power switch is specially designed for use the VIEWCAM for other camcorders. Preparation Preparation Powering the VIEWCAM from the VIEWCAM if you will not use with this VIEWCAM, and should not be used as a power supply for a long period of time. • When removing the...; Close the terminal cover after use. Lock button 9 Power switch 1 Insert the AC plug of the AC adapter into the DC IN jack on the VIEWCAM.
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...your fingers caught in the cassette holder. • Do not apply force to the cassette holder except when pressing the PUSH mark to the VIEWCAM, then slide the release and open the cassette compartment door. • The cassette holder extends and opens automatically. Cassette compartment door release ...with a fully charged one. • See page 53 for more information on the video cassette tapes for use the VIEWCAM for the cassette holder to pick up the VIEWCAM by pressing the center until the cassette holder clicks into place. Removing a Cassette Perform step 1 above, then take out...
...your fingers caught in the cassette holder. • Do not apply force to the cassette holder except when pressing the PUSH mark to the VIEWCAM, then slide the release and open the cassette compartment door. • The cassette holder extends and opens automatically. Cassette compartment door release ...with a fully charged one. • See page 53 for more information on the video cassette tapes for use the VIEWCAM for the cassette holder to pick up the VIEWCAM by pressing the center until the cassette holder clicks into place. Removing a Cassette Perform step 1 above, then take out...
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... supplied lithium battery is used to store the memory of the date and time settings. 1 Slide the cassette compartment door release and open when the VIEWCAM is connected to a power source. Be sure to close the cassette holder before proceeding to the next step (see page 10). 2 Pull out the lithium...
... supplied lithium battery is used to store the memory of the date and time settings. 1 Slide the cassette compartment door release and open when the VIEWCAM is connected to a power source. Be sure to close the cassette holder before proceeding to the next step (see page 10). 2 Pull out the lithium...
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... MODE O F F L ANGUAGE P I MA GAM RAP 5 Press the DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen. Preparation Selecting the Language for the On-screen Display This VIEWCAM allows you to choose from among English, French or Spanish for the on -screen displays in English. 12 Power switch MENU button Operation buttons Setting...
... MODE O F F L ANGUAGE P I MA GAM RAP 5 Press the DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen. Preparation Selecting the Language for the On-screen Display This VIEWCAM allows you to choose from among English, French or Spanish for the on -screen displays in English. 12 Power switch MENU button Operation buttons Setting...
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... feed the end of the strap through the loop at the end of the lens cap cord (E). Press both tabs on the lens when the VIEWCAM is not in the way during recording. Notes: • Always replace the lens cap on the sides of the cap. Caution: • Do not swing... the VIEWCAM by the hand strap. Preparation Preparation Using the Hand Strap and the Lens Cap 1 Open the hand strap flap (Q) and grip strap (W), and pass the...
... feed the end of the strap through the loop at the end of the lens cap cord (E). Press both tabs on the lens when the VIEWCAM is not in the way during recording. Notes: • Always replace the lens cap on the sides of the cap. Caution: • Do not swing... the VIEWCAM by the hand strap. Preparation Preparation Using the Hand Strap and the Lens Cap 1 Open the hand strap flap (Q) and grip strap (W), and pass the...
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.... 1 hr. 30 min. Basic Operations Camera Recording Easy Camera Recording with Full Auto Mode Before you begin recording. Recording pauses, and the VIEWCAM enters the Recording Standby mode. P AUS E Basic Operations Camera Recording LCD monitor screen Power switch 1 Remove the lens cap (see page 19... The speaker is kept in Recording Standby mode. Turn off the power if you will not be recording again soon. • If the VIEWCAM is off frequently will increase power consumption. BT-H32 approx. 3 hr. 10 min. Maximum Continuous Recording and Actual Recording Times Battery Max....
.... 1 hr. 30 min. Basic Operations Camera Recording Easy Camera Recording with Full Auto Mode Before you begin recording. Recording pauses, and the VIEWCAM enters the Recording Standby mode. P AUS E Basic Operations Camera Recording LCD monitor screen Power switch 1 Remove the lens cap (see page 19... The speaker is kept in Recording Standby mode. Turn off the power if you will not be recording again soon. • If the VIEWCAM is off frequently will increase power consumption. BT-H32 approx. 3 hr. 10 min. Maximum Continuous Recording and Actual Recording Times Battery Max....
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...STOP button and Power Zoom control. The LCD monitor also makes it is unable to touch the microphone with your position. Note: • The VIEWCAM is able to get a close to get a wide field of the LCD monitor. For very stable recording, use a tripod. • Take... monitor screen lets you enjoy easy video recording in on subjects within 5 feet (1.5 m). Notes: • In hand-held recording, the VIEWCAM has to be steadied to your sides. Basic Operations Camera Recording Basic Operations Camera Recording Zooming Tips on Recording Positions Zooming allows you to move...
...STOP button and Power Zoom control. The LCD monitor also makes it is unable to touch the microphone with your position. Note: • The VIEWCAM is able to get a close to get a wide field of the LCD monitor. For very stable recording, use a tripod. • Take... monitor screen lets you enjoy easy video recording in on subjects within 5 feet (1.5 m). Notes: • In hand-held recording, the VIEWCAM has to be steadied to your sides. Basic Operations Camera Recording Basic Operations Camera Recording Zooming Tips on Recording Positions Zooming allows you to move...
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... • Use of tape used until the warning indicator appears. Replace the battery pack at this time. • Battery consumption may cause the VIEWCAM to either a higher or lower level if you can be used . (This function's design is displayed may vary depending on the P6-120 ... only as the power source, you set the Power switch to OFF and then back to begin recording. Remaining Battery Power Display When using the VIEWCAM with the battery pack as an approximate indication. • The battery power display may appear sooner. remaining recording time 10 min.-8 min. 8 min...
... • Use of tape used until the warning indicator appears. Replace the battery pack at this time. • Battery consumption may cause the VIEWCAM to either a higher or lower level if you can be used . (This function's design is displayed may vary depending on the P6-120 ... only as the power source, you set the Power switch to OFF and then back to begin recording. Remaining Battery Power Display When using the VIEWCAM with the battery pack as an approximate indication. • The battery power display may appear sooner. remaining recording time 10 min.-8 min. 8 min...