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...changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by one or more than 105,000 (VL-AH160U) thin-film transistors*, giving you record on a tape on which PCM sound has ... 15 of the new VIEWCAM recording may appear on a PCM-capable VCR. NOTE The VIEWCAM's LCD panel is reversed (positive end where the negative end belongs and vice versa), it can be ...black. These limits are subject to radio or television reception, which the receiver is the intent of SHARP that this unit be played back on a circuit different from copyright owners whenever necessary. This equipment...
...changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by one or more than 105,000 (VL-AH160U) thin-film transistors*, giving you record on a tape on which PCM sound has ... 15 of the new VIEWCAM recording may appear on a PCM-capable VCR. NOTE The VIEWCAM's LCD panel is reversed (positive end where the negative end belongs and vice versa), it can be ...black. These limits are subject to radio or television reception, which the receiver is the intent of SHARP that this unit be played back on a circuit different from copyright owners whenever necessary. This equipment...
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..., point the lens in dark places, avoid sudden brightly lit objects or light sources, such as it may damage the CCD sensor or LCD screen surface. Should this can result in direct sunlight, or near a broadcasting station or other powerful transmission source may white out. Such ... the recorded image. • Avoid placing the VIEWCAM in close proximity to strike the VIEWCAM lens or LCD monitor screen, whether or not recording is in a cold environment, the LCD monitor screen often appears less bright immediately after the power is not a malfunction. To prevent the VIEWCAM...
..., point the lens in dark places, avoid sudden brightly lit objects or light sources, such as it may damage the CCD sensor or LCD screen surface. Should this can result in direct sunlight, or near a broadcasting station or other powerful transmission source may white out. Such ... the recorded image. • Avoid placing the VIEWCAM in close proximity to strike the VIEWCAM lens or LCD monitor screen, whether or not recording is in a cold environment, the LCD monitor screen often appears less bright immediately after the power is not a malfunction. To prevent the VIEWCAM...
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... to enjoy ordinary 8 mm recording and playback. • When you load a Hi8 tape, recording is in Hi8 format. (The indicator appears on the LCD screen.) When you load a normal 8 mm tape, recording is in ordinary 8 mm format. (The indicator does not appear.) • During playback, ...the recorded format is automatically detected. • Video equipment not for use with Hi8 is equipped with a large LCD monitor screen that allows you to record scenes while comfortably holding the camcorder. Note: • Use a soft cloth to shocks, as a handy ...
... to enjoy ordinary 8 mm recording and playback. • When you load a Hi8 tape, recording is in Hi8 format. (The indicator appears on the LCD screen.) When you load a normal 8 mm tape, recording is in ordinary 8 mm format. (The indicator does not appear.) • During playback, ...the recorded format is automatically detected. • Video equipment not for use with Hi8 is equipped with a large LCD monitor screen that allows you to record scenes while comfortably holding the camcorder. Note: • Use a soft cloth to shocks, as a handy ...
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... Auto/Manual Focus 48 White Balance Lock 49 Manual Exposure 50 Digital Dual Picture 51 Picture/Backlight Adjustments 53 Gamma Playback 54 Turning Off the LCD Monitor Backlight 54 Editing 55 Advanced Features References References Useful Information 56 Demonstration Mode 60 Before Requesting Service 61 Specifications 63 • Guía de...
... Auto/Manual Focus 48 White Balance Lock 49 Manual Exposure 50 Digital Dual Picture 51 Picture/Backlight Adjustments 53 Gamma Playback 54 Turning Off the LCD Monitor Backlight 54 Editing 55 Advanced Features References References Useful Information 56 Demonstration Mode 60 Before Requesting Service 61 Specifications 63 • Guía de...
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Operation Summary Rear view RECord START/STOP button [p. 18] LCD monitor screen Power Zoom Wide angle/ Telephoto control [p. 19] VOLume control [p. 21] Remote sensor [p. 43] CHARGE indicator [p. 8] Shoulder strap loop [p. 17] DUAL/SNAP button [pp. 29, 51, 52] MENU button [p. 24] Hand strap [p. 17] Operation buttons [p. 24] DISPLAY button [p. 24] Power switch (CAMERA/VCR select switch) [pp. 18, 21] Bottom view Battery compartment door release [p. 7] Battery compartment door [p. 7] Tripod socket 4
Operation Summary Rear view RECord START/STOP button [p. 18] LCD monitor screen Power Zoom Wide angle/ Telephoto control [p. 19] VOLume control [p. 21] Remote sensor [p. 43] CHARGE indicator [p. 8] Shoulder strap loop [p. 17] DUAL/SNAP button [pp. 29, 51, 52] MENU button [p. 24] Hand strap [p. 17] Operation buttons [p. 24] DISPLAY button [p. 24] Power switch (CAMERA/VCR select switch) [pp. 18, 21] Bottom view Battery compartment door release [p. 7] Battery compartment door [p. 7] Tripod socket 4
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... Power Zoom control. Attaching the Shoulder Strap 1 Hold one end of the strap and thread it through the loop on the left side of the LCD screen. 2 Loosen the strap in the buckle, then feed the end of the strap through the buckle, as shown. 3 Draw the strap in the direction... procedure to attach the other end of the strap to the loop on the lens when the VIEWCAM is not in the way during recording. LCD screen side 1 2 Buckle Lens side 4 5 Buckle 3 6 17 Hand strap flap Grip strap 2 Pass your hand through the hand strap and put your thumb close the...
... Power Zoom control. Attaching the Shoulder Strap 1 Hold one end of the strap and thread it through the loop on the left side of the LCD screen. 2 Loosen the strap in the buckle, then feed the end of the strap through the buckle, as shown. 3 Draw the strap in the direction... procedure to attach the other end of the strap to the loop on the lens when the VIEWCAM is not in the way during recording. LCD screen side 1 2 Buckle Lens side 4 5 Buckle 3 6 17 Hand strap flap Grip strap 2 Pass your hand through the hand strap and put your thumb close the...
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... then back to CAMERA. Basic Operations Camera Recording Easy Camera Recording with Full Auto Mode Before you start recording, perform the operations described on the LCD monitor screen. • The VIEWCAM is now ready to record (Recording Standby mode). REC START/STOP button Note: • When recording at this , set...90 180 45 90 40 80 • The chart specifies the approximate times in Recording Standby mode. Maximum Continuous Recording and Actual Recording Times Model VL-AH150 VL-AH160 Battery pack Max. This may result in a decrease of the recording being damaged.
... then back to CAMERA. Basic Operations Camera Recording Easy Camera Recording with Full Auto Mode Before you start recording, perform the operations described on the LCD monitor screen. • The VIEWCAM is now ready to record (Recording Standby mode). REC START/STOP button Note: • When recording at this , set...90 180 45 90 40 80 • The chart specifies the approximate times in Recording Standby mode. Maximum Continuous Recording and Actual Recording Times Model VL-AH150 VL-AH160 Battery pack Max. This may result in a decrease of the recording being damaged.
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Zooming in on subjects within 5 feet (1.5 m). The LCD monitor also makes it is able to focus on the subject. (See page 36 for ... surroundings) To Zoom In Push the Power Zoom control to the T (telephoto) side to get a wide field of the LCD monitor. Low Angle Put one knee on the ground for use a tripod. • Take care not to touch the microphone...subject) Wide angle Telephoto Zooming out (when you want to prevent image shakes. The rotating LCD monitor screen lets you enjoy easy video recording in a more relaxed posture without physically changing your eye.
Zooming in on subjects within 5 feet (1.5 m). The LCD monitor also makes it is able to focus on the subject. (See page 36 for ... surroundings) To Zoom In Push the Power Zoom control to the T (telephoto) side to get a wide field of the LCD monitor. Low Angle Put one knee on the ground for use a tripod. • Take care not to touch the microphone...subject) Wide angle Telephoto Zooming out (when you want to prevent image shakes. The rotating LCD monitor screen lets you enjoy easy video recording in a more relaxed posture without physically changing your eye.
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... the volume to OFF. The volume level indicator will disappear shortly afterwards. 3 Press the PLAY button (D) to begin playback. Basic Operations Playback Playback The LCD monitor screen makes it possible to play back and see page 43). Volume Control 2 Press the REW (C) (or FF [B]) button to rewind (or ...the tape. Nothing needs to be connected, allowing instant on the screen during adjustment only. REW P LAY FF STOP ST I LL Power switch LCD monitor screen Notes: • If you have just recorded. To Turn the Power Off Slide the Power switch to your preference. To Stop ...
... the volume to OFF. The volume level indicator will disappear shortly afterwards. 3 Press the PLAY button (D) to begin playback. Basic Operations Playback Playback The LCD monitor screen makes it possible to play back and see page 43). Volume Control 2 Press the REW (C) (or FF [B]) button to rewind (or ...the tape. Nothing needs to be connected, allowing instant on the screen during adjustment only. REW P LAY FF STOP ST I LL Power switch LCD monitor screen Notes: • If you have just recorded. To Turn the Power Off Slide the Power switch to your preference. To Stop ...
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... the Power Zoom control buttons can enjoy recording a portrait of the other functions. • You can be recorded upside down. Useful Features Self Recording The LCD monitor can play back images even while the monitor is in the self recording position. Cautions: • Do not rotate the monitor to record using...
... the Power Zoom control buttons can enjoy recording a portrait of the other functions. • You can be recorded upside down. Useful Features Self Recording The LCD monitor can play back images even while the monitor is in the self recording position. Cautions: • Do not rotate the monitor to record using...
Operation Manual
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... uses a fluorescent lamp for three more seconds, and the backlight will turn off. 2 Press the GAMA EFF. Three seconds later, "LCD LAMP OFF" starts flashing on and off the lamp when backlighting is not necessary (e.g. GAMA COUEFF. GAMA COUEFF. "GAMMA" disappears. Advanced Features 54 Hold down ...
... uses a fluorescent lamp for three more seconds, and the backlight will turn off. 2 Press the GAMA EFF. Three seconds later, "LCD LAMP OFF" starts flashing on and off the lamp when backlighting is not necessary (e.g. GAMA COUEFF. GAMA COUEFF. "GAMMA" disappears. Advanced Features 54 Hold down ...
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.... Advanced Features Editing Video editing lets you refine your videos by removing unwanted sequences from the VIEWCAM to a VCR. This does not imply a defect in LCD monitor without having to connect it to an external TV or video monitor. MENU ED I CSET TURE Notes: • The EDIT mode does not function...
.... Advanced Features Editing Video editing lets you refine your videos by removing unwanted sequences from the VIEWCAM to a VCR. This does not imply a defect in LCD monitor without having to connect it to an external TV or video monitor. MENU ED I CSET TURE Notes: • The EDIT mode does not function...
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...blowing from an air conditioner. • When placing the VIEWCAM in approximately 10 seconds. this may not function properly. Contact the nearest SHARP service center or your VIEWCAM and make the video tape stick to dew formation. This causes damage both to tightly seal the plastic ...tape to acclimate to the surrounding temperature. indoors after waiting for further advice. If the video heads become clogged, the indicator appears on the LCD monitor, and the power will gradually form on the recorded image or preventing the image from a cold place to a warm place. •...
...blowing from an air conditioner. • When placing the VIEWCAM in approximately 10 seconds. this may not function properly. Contact the nearest SHARP service center or your VIEWCAM and make the video tape stick to dew formation. This causes damage both to tightly seal the plastic ...tape to acclimate to the surrounding temperature. indoors after waiting for further advice. If the video heads become clogged, the indicator appears on the LCD monitor, and the power will gradually form on the recorded image or preventing the image from a cold place to a warm place. •...
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... battery's capacity. • Store the battery pack in low temperatures will shorten actual recording times. Contact the nearest SHARP service center or your dealer for use with a normal charge, the battery pack is recommended to use your recording....its charge is fully drained and the VIEWCAM is turned off the power when not recording. Use only the SHARP BT-H22 or BT-H32 battery packs. Extending battery pack life • It is recommended that the "CHARGE...-MH (nickel-metal hydride) type battery pack. Temperature during VIEWCAM operation to backlight the LCD monitor.
... battery's capacity. • Store the battery pack in low temperatures will shorten actual recording times. Contact the nearest SHARP service center or your dealer for use with a normal charge, the battery pack is recommended to use your recording....its charge is fully drained and the VIEWCAM is turned off the power when not recording. Use only the SHARP BT-H22 or BT-H32 battery packs. Extending battery pack life • It is recommended that the "CHARGE...-MH (nickel-metal hydride) type battery pack. Temperature during VIEWCAM operation to backlight the LCD monitor.
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... cassettes in humid or extremely hot places. Do not attempt to open the opening. Do not use thinner, benzene or other soiling off the LCD screen. • Use a soft cloth, or compressed air and lens paper designed for recording, the previously recorded material is used again for ...photographic lenses to vibration. • Do not leave the adapter in direct sunlight. • Avoid using the LCD monitor screen. Then wipe it . • Do not damage, drop, or subject the adapter to clean the lens. Notes: • Do not ...
... cassettes in humid or extremely hot places. Do not attempt to open the opening. Do not use thinner, benzene or other soiling off the LCD screen. • Use a soft cloth, or compressed air and lens paper designed for recording, the previously recorded material is used again for ...photographic lenses to vibration. • Do not leave the adapter in direct sunlight. • Avoid using the LCD monitor screen. Then wipe it . • Do not damage, drop, or subject the adapter to clean the lens. Notes: • Do not ...
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...;4.0-64.0 mm), and full-range auto focus Lens Filter Diameter: 46 mm Monitor: 3Љ (7.5 cm) [VL-AH150U]/3.5Љ (8.8 cm) [VL-AH160U] full-color LCD screen (TFT active matrix) Microphone: Electret monaural microphone Color Temperature Compensation: Auto white balance with white balance lock Minimum ... g) Specifications are subject to obtain product literature, accessories, supplies or customer assistance, please call 1-800-BE SHARP (1-800-237-4277) or visit SHARP's website (http://www.sharp-usa.com). 63 References SERVICE INFORMATION (For the U.S.) For the location of the nearest...
...;4.0-64.0 mm), and full-range auto focus Lens Filter Diameter: 46 mm Monitor: 3Љ (7.5 cm) [VL-AH150U]/3.5Љ (8.8 cm) [VL-AH160U] full-color LCD screen (TFT active matrix) Microphone: Electret monaural microphone Color Temperature Compensation: Auto white balance with white balance lock Minimum ... g) Specifications are subject to obtain product literature, accessories, supplies or customer assistance, please call 1-800-BE SHARP (1-800-237-4277) or visit SHARP's website (http://www.sharp-usa.com). 63 References SERVICE INFORMATION (For the U.S.) For the location of the nearest...