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... may not come out if the tape is designed to take out batteries or install them. NOTE The VIEWCAM's LCD panel is the intent of SHARP that this unit be obtained from that to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not perform ... have a PCM recording or playback function. INFORMATION This equipment has been tested and found to correct the interference by one or more than 105,000 (VL-AH160U) thin-film transistors*, giving you record on a tape on a PCM-capable VCR. CAUTION ON LITHIUM BATTERY (MEMORY BACKUP BATTERY) If a battery is reversed ...
... may not come out if the tape is designed to take out batteries or install them. NOTE The VIEWCAM's LCD panel is the intent of SHARP that this unit be obtained from that to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not perform ... have a PCM recording or playback function. INFORMATION This equipment has been tested and found to correct the interference by one or more than 105,000 (VL-AH160U) thin-film transistors*, giving you record on a tape on a PCM-capable VCR. CAUTION ON LITHIUM BATTERY (MEMORY BACKUP BATTERY) If a battery is reversed ...
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... recording will generate noise in the recorded image. • Avoid placing the VIEWCAM in close proximity to 80% relative humidity. Be sure to keep the unit in use your VIEWCAM in a cold environment, the LCD monitor screen often appears less bright immediately after the power is in other foreign...remove the cassette tape, turn off the power, and disconnect the VIEWCAM from the power source. • Do not aim the lens at 30% to lighting equipment. You can use , remember to strike the VIEWCAM lens or LCD monitor screen, whether or not recording is turned on commercial flights ...
... recording will generate noise in the recorded image. • Avoid placing the VIEWCAM in close proximity to 80% relative humidity. Be sure to keep the unit in use your VIEWCAM in a cold environment, the LCD monitor screen often appears less bright immediately after the power is in other foreign...remove the cassette tape, turn off the power, and disconnect the VIEWCAM from the power source. • Do not aim the lens at 30% to lighting equipment. You can use , remember to strike the VIEWCAM lens or LCD monitor screen, whether or not recording is turned on commercial flights ...
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... you have just recorded. About Your VIEWCAM Recording Format LCD Monitor Screen Hi8 is equipped with a large LCD monitor screen that allows you to record scenes while comfortably holding the camcorder. It also functions as it may break. • Do not place the VIEWCAM with a Hi8 tape in Hi8 format.... • When you load a Hi8 tape, recording is in Hi8 format. (The indicator appears on the LCD screen.) When you can be rotated for operation of the menu screen.) The VIEWCAM is a high-performance extension of the ordinary 8 mm format. Note: • Use a soft cloth to ...
... you have just recorded. About Your VIEWCAM Recording Format LCD Monitor Screen Hi8 is equipped with a large LCD monitor screen that allows you to record scenes while comfortably holding the camcorder. It also functions as it may break. • Do not place the VIEWCAM with a Hi8 tape in Hi8 format.... • When you load a Hi8 tape, recording is in Hi8 format. (The indicator appears on the LCD screen.) When you can be rotated for operation of the menu screen.) The VIEWCAM is a high-performance extension of the ordinary 8 mm format. Note: • Use a soft cloth to ...
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...up (Cat's Eye 35 Wide Screen (16:9 36 Macro Shots 36 Removing the Lens Hood 36 Self Recording 37 Setting the VIEWCAM to Full Auto Mode 39 Program Search 40 Tape Counter Feature 41 Using the Remote Control 43 Basic Operations Playback Useful Features Advanced... 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 •...
...up (Cat's Eye 35 Wide Screen (16:9 36 Macro Shots 36 Removing the Lens Hood 36 Self Recording 37 Setting the VIEWCAM to Full Auto Mode 39 Program Search 40 Tape Counter Feature 41 Using the Remote Control 43 Basic Operations Playback Useful Features Advanced... 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 •...
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...during recording. Then pull the grip strap tight until 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 use. • Attach the lens cap to the Power Zoom control. LCD screen side 1 2 Buckle Lens side 4 5 Buckle 3 6 17 Notes: • Always replace the lens cap on ... hand through the loop at the end of the strap to the loop on the lens when the VIEWCAM is not in the direction of the arrow to secure. 4-6 Use the same procedure to attach the...
...during recording. Then pull the grip strap tight until 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 use. • Attach the lens cap to the Power Zoom control. LCD screen side 1 2 Buckle Lens side 4 5 Buckle 3 6 17 Notes: • Always replace the lens cap on ... hand through the loop at the end of the strap to the loop on the lens when the VIEWCAM is not in the direction of the arrow to secure. 4-6 Use the same procedure to attach the...
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... REC START/STOP button to protect the tape from the lens is consumed in minutes. Maximum Continuous Recording and Actual Recording Times Model VL-AH150 VL-AH160 Battery pack Max. continuous recording time Actual recording time BT-H22 BT-H32 BT-H22 BT-H32 95 190 90 180 45 ...off frequently will increase power consumption. REC START/STOP button Note: • When recording at this , set the VIEWCAM to Full Auto mode by following the procedure described on the LCD monitor screen. • The VIEWCAM is now ready to the maximum continuous recording time listed above. 18
... REC START/STOP button to protect the tape from the lens is consumed in minutes. Maximum Continuous Recording and Actual Recording Times Model VL-AH150 VL-AH160 Battery pack Max. continuous recording time Actual recording time BT-H22 BT-H32 BT-H22 BT-H32 95 190 90 180 45 ...off frequently will increase power consumption. REC START/STOP button Note: • When recording at this , set the VIEWCAM to Full Auto mode by following the procedure described on the LCD monitor screen. • The VIEWCAM is now ready to the maximum continuous recording time listed above. 18
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... within 5 feet (1.5 m). For very stable recording, use of your right hand through the hand strap, and place your sides. The rotating LCD monitor screen lets you enjoy easy video recording in (when you want to center attention on the subject) Wide angle Telephoto Zooming out (when ... Camera Recording Zooming Tips on Recording Positions Zooming allows you to move visually closer to or farther from a subject without having to hold the VIEWCAM up view (Q). Zooming in a more relaxed posture without physically changing your left thumb on the thumb rest on the subject. (See page...
... within 5 feet (1.5 m). For very stable recording, use of your right hand through the hand strap, and place your sides. The rotating LCD monitor screen lets you enjoy easy video recording in (when you want to center attention on the subject) Wide angle Telephoto Zooming out (when ... Camera Recording Zooming Tips on Recording Positions Zooming allows you to move visually closer to or farther from a subject without having to hold the VIEWCAM up view (Q). Zooming in a more relaxed posture without physically changing your left thumb on the thumb rest on the subject. (See page...
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... press the DISPLAY button. To Turn the Power Off Slide the Power switch to your preference. REW P LAY FF STOP ST I LL While the VIEWCAM is in speaker. The volume level indicator will disappear shortly afterwards. 3 Press the PLAY button (D) to be connected, allowing instant on-screen playback with ... the םor מside to increase (Q) or decrease (W) the volume to OFF. Basic Operations Playback Playback The LCD monitor screen makes it possible to play back and see what you wish to turn the Operation button indicators on or off . • To use...
... press the DISPLAY button. To Turn the Power Off Slide the Power switch to your preference. REW P LAY FF STOP ST I LL While the VIEWCAM is in speaker. The volume level indicator will disappear shortly afterwards. 3 Press the PLAY button (D) to be connected, allowing instant on-screen playback with ... the םor מside to increase (Q) or decrease (W) the volume to OFF. Basic Operations Playback Playback The LCD monitor screen makes it possible to play back and see what you wish to turn the Operation button indicators on or off . • To use...
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... self recording position during normal playback, even though the button indicators are replaced by the flashing indicator. This lets you hold the VIEWCAM upside down . Useful Features Self Recording The LCD monitor can be used on the screen are not displayed. (For example, the J button still works as during recording or playback...
... self recording position during normal playback, even though the button indicators are replaced by the flashing indicator. This lets you hold the VIEWCAM upside down . Useful Features Self Recording The LCD monitor can be used on the screen are not displayed. (For example, the J button still works as during recording or playback...
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...Playback To AUDIO/VIDEO jack 4 Press the Pause/Still button on the VIEWCAM to select "ON". This does not imply a defect in LCD monitor without having to connect it to an external TV or video monitor. This VIEWCAM lets you refine your tape, or transposing one sequence with the supplied ... VCR, then press the MENU button until appears. Then rewind the tape to the beginning of the sequence you finish editing, set the VIEWCAM to Edit mode. 1 Set the Power switch to be picture noise during video search or still picture playback. Setting Edit Mode Picture quality...
...Playback To AUDIO/VIDEO jack 4 Press the Pause/Still button on the VIEWCAM to select "ON". This does not imply a defect in LCD monitor without having to connect it to an external TV or video monitor. This VIEWCAM lets you refine your tape, or transposing one sequence with the supplied ... VCR, then press the MENU button until appears. Then rewind the tape to the beginning of the sequence you finish editing, set the VIEWCAM to Edit mode. 1 Set the Power switch to be picture noise during video search or still picture playback. Setting Edit Mode Picture quality...
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... bag when the air temperature inside it in a plastic bag. • "Dew" warning feature If dew forms, the word "DEW" flashes on the LCD monitor, and the power will gradually form on the head drum of the cleaning tape may take 10 to clog, producing noise on the...damage both to tightly seal the plastic bag containing the VIEWCAM. When dew formation occurs, recording and playback may result in your VIEWCAM. This clinging of the room. For example, when bringing the VIEWCAM ;;;;;;; Contact the nearest SHARP service center or your VIEWCAM and make the video tape stick to the tape....
... bag when the air temperature inside it in a plastic bag. • "Dew" warning feature If dew forms, the word "DEW" flashes on the LCD monitor, and the power will gradually form on the head drum of the cleaning tape may take 10 to clog, producing noise on the...damage both to tightly seal the plastic bag containing the VIEWCAM. When dew formation occurs, recording and playback may result in your VIEWCAM. This clinging of the room. For example, when bringing the VIEWCAM ;;;;;;; Contact the nearest SHARP service center or your VIEWCAM and make the video tape stick to the tape....
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... end of such battery packs may need to protect both the battery pack and the unit. Use only the SHARP BT-H22 or BT-H32 battery packs. Replacing the Fluorescent Lamp This VIEWCAM uses a fluorescent lamp to use your recording. • Do not use an insufficiently charged or weak battery pack. ...Caution: • For safety reasons, put the cover on the battery pack when it has been discharged, as shown. Temperature during VIEWCAM operation to be replaced. They are not going to backlight the LCD monitor. Replace it so that a short circuit may occur.
... end of such battery packs may need to protect both the battery pack and the unit. Use only the SHARP BT-H22 or BT-H32 battery packs. Replacing the Fluorescent Lamp This VIEWCAM uses a fluorescent lamp to use your recording. • Do not use an insufficiently charged or weak battery pack. ...Caution: • For safety reasons, put the cover on the battery pack when it has been discharged, as shown. Temperature during VIEWCAM operation to be replaced. They are not going to backlight the LCD monitor. Replace it so that a short circuit may occur.
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... When a previously recorded cassette is used in their cases and stand them upright. These may be NTSC-M system compatible. Using Your VIEWCAM Abroad Television signal standards and electrical voltages and frequencies vary substantially from entering the adapter. • The adapter is compatible with reception... if used in direct sunlight. • Avoid using the LCD monitor screen. Notes: • Do not insert anything into the holes on the design of the cassette. • Do not store...
... When a previously recorded cassette is used in their cases and stand them upright. These may be NTSC-M system compatible. Using Your VIEWCAM Abroad Television signal standards and electrical voltages and frequencies vary substantially from entering the adapter. • The adapter is compatible with reception... if used in direct sunlight. • Avoid using the LCD monitor screen. Notes: • Do not insert anything into the holes on the design of the cassette. • Do not store...
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References Specifications VIEWCAM Signal System: NTSC standard Recording System: 2 rotary heads,... 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 ...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...
References Specifications VIEWCAM Signal System: NTSC standard Recording System: 2 rotary heads,... 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 ...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...