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References 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 information. Please retain this operation manual carefully before using the VIEWCAM. Model No.: Serial No.: • See page 54 for use of the unit. Important For assistance in reporting the theft or loss of this product, record on the line below the model number and serial number which are located on the bottom of Demo mode.
References 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 information. Please retain this operation manual carefully before using the VIEWCAM. Model No.: Serial No.: • See page 54 for use of the unit. Important For assistance in reporting the theft or loss of this product, record on the line below the model number and serial number which are located on the bottom of Demo mode.
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...warns the user of uninsulated voltage within the unit that there are important operating and maintenance instructions in the U.S. i The VIEWCAM will enhance your dealer. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. BATTERY DISPOSAL CONTAINS NICKEL-METAL HYDRIDE RECHARGEABLE BATTERY. The video ...DO NOT REMOVE COVER. Thank you for Consumers in the literature accompanying this VIEWCAM from a SHARP service center of your home video enjoyment and allow you to familiarize yourself with the VIEWCAM's features, so that you will help you fully enjoy the many features...
...warns the user of uninsulated voltage within the unit that there are important operating and maintenance instructions in the U.S. i The VIEWCAM will enhance your dealer. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. BATTERY DISPOSAL CONTAINS NICKEL-METAL HYDRIDE RECHARGEABLE BATTERY. The video ...DO NOT REMOVE COVER. Thank you for Consumers in the literature accompanying this VIEWCAM from a SHARP service center of your home video enjoyment and allow you to familiarize yourself with the VIEWCAM's features, so that you will help you fully enjoy the many features...
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... to take out batteries or install them. However, there is no guarantee that any interference received, including interference that this equipment. Your VIEWCAM is a very high technology product with close to comply with the instructions, may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must...install the lithium battery in accordance with the limits for programs prerecorded in LP mode. COPYRIGHT WARNING: It is the intent of SHARP that this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which PCM sound has already been recorded, the audio track...
... to take out batteries or install them. However, there is no guarantee that any interference received, including interference that this equipment. Your VIEWCAM is a very high technology product with close to comply with the instructions, may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must...install the lithium battery in accordance with the limits for programs prerecorded in LP mode. COPYRIGHT WARNING: It is the intent of SHARP that this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which PCM sound has already been recorded, the audio track...
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...this happen, point the lens in a different direction until the picture returns to remove the cassette tape, turn off the power, and disconnect the VIEWCAM from becoming too cold, wrap it may damage the CCD sensor or LCD screen surface. Be sure to keep the unit in a well-ventilated location... areas with excessive smoke, steam or moisture. Such environments can use only a strong, stable tripod. • When using your VIEWCAM. Do not drop or otherwise subject the VIEWCAM to 80% relative humidity. Do not store the unit in an unventilated car in the summer, in dark places, avoid sudden ...
...this happen, point the lens in a different direction until the picture returns to remove the cassette tape, turn off the power, and disconnect the VIEWCAM from becoming too cold, wrap it may damage the CCD sensor or LCD screen surface. Be sure to keep the unit in a well-ventilated location... areas with excessive smoke, steam or moisture. Such environments can use only a strong, stable tripod. • When using your VIEWCAM. Do not drop or otherwise subject the VIEWCAM to 80% relative humidity. Do not store the unit in an unventilated car in the summer, in dark places, avoid sudden ...
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...8226; Do not expose the screen to shocks, as a handy playback monitor so 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 achieve even higher resolution and picture quality.... It uses advanced technology to clean the screen. 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....
...8226; Do not expose the screen to shocks, as a handy playback monitor so 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 achieve even higher resolution and picture quality.... It uses advanced technology to clean the screen. 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....
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... 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...
... 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...
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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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Wait for the first 3 seconds Displayed after this warning appears, the VIEWCAM automatically turns off. Note: indicates a flashing display. About 10 seconds after 3 seconds Description of warning The video cassette is about to end. The video heads ..., preventing recording (see page 53). Operation Summary Warning Indicators Displayed for a few hours until the dew disappears (see page 51). Dew has formed inside the VIEWCAM. The tape is defective and should be cleaned (see page 51). In Self Recording mode, all warnings will be indicated by displayed in the...
Wait for the first 3 seconds Displayed after this warning appears, the VIEWCAM automatically turns off. Note: indicates a flashing display. About 10 seconds after 3 seconds Description of warning The video cassette is about to end. The video heads ..., preventing recording (see page 53). Operation Summary Warning Indicators Displayed for a few hours until the dew disappears (see page 51). Dew has formed inside the VIEWCAM. The tape is defective and should be cleaned (see page 51). In Self Recording mode, all warnings will be indicated by displayed in the...
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...compartment door to strong force, as it clicks. Use of other batteries may come off. • Use only SHARP model BT-H22 or BT-H32 battery packs with this VIEWCAM. If it does not go in completely until it may present a risk 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. Preparation PPrerpearpataionration Inserting and Removing the ...
...compartment door to strong force, as it clicks. Use of other batteries may come off. • Use only SHARP model BT-H22 or BT-H32 battery packs with this VIEWCAM. If it does not go in completely until it may present a risk 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. Preparation PPrerpearpataionration Inserting and Removing the ...
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approx. 3 hr. 10 min. Notes: • Using the zoom (see page 7). Terminal cover Caution: • Charge only SHARP model BT-H22 or BT-H32 battery packs. Preparation Charging the Battery Pack Power switch CHARGE indicator Charging time and maximum continuous recording and ...playback times Max. approx. 1 hr. 35 min. This may result in red. Remove the DC plug from the VIEWCAM, and close the terminal cover. Caution: • When removing the plugs, grasp the plug, not the cable. 8 DC IN jack To power outlet 4 When ...
approx. 3 hr. 10 min. Notes: • Using the zoom (see page 7). Terminal cover Caution: • Charge only SHARP model BT-H22 or BT-H32 battery packs. Preparation Charging the Battery Pack Power switch CHARGE indicator Charging time and maximum continuous recording and ...playback times Max. approx. 1 hr. 35 min. This may result in red. Remove the DC plug from the VIEWCAM, and close the terminal cover. Caution: • When removing the plugs, grasp the plug, not the cable. 8 DC IN jack To power outlet 4 When ...
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...a power outlet. 2 Make sure that the Power switch is specially designed for use with this VIEWCAM, and should not be used as a power supply for other camcorders. Lock button 9 Preparation Preparation Powering the VIEWCAM from the VIEWCAM if you remove the DC plug during recording or playback, the tape will not use the... VIEWCAM for a long period of the AC adapter into the DC IN jack on the VIEWCAM. Terminal cover DC IN jack To power outlet 4 Hold down the Lock button and slide the Power switch to CAMERA...
...a power outlet. 2 Make sure that the Power switch is specially designed for use with this VIEWCAM, and should not be used as a power supply for other camcorders. Lock button 9 Preparation Preparation Powering the VIEWCAM from the VIEWCAM if you remove the DC plug during recording or playback, the tape will not use the... VIEWCAM for a long period of the AC adapter into the DC IN jack on the VIEWCAM. Terminal cover DC IN jack To power outlet 4 Hold down the Lock button and slide the Power switch to CAMERA...
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...Insert the cassette fully with the window facing outwards, and with this happens, repeat the insertion procedure. • Do not attempt to pick up the VIEWCAM by pressing the center until the cassette holder clicks into place. PUSH mark 4 Wait for a long period of time. • If you may.... Notes: • If the battery power is extending or retracting. • Be careful not to get your fingers caught in step 3, the VIEWCAM's cassette protection mechanism might eject the cassette. Erasure protect tab 3 Press the PUSH mark gently until it upside down when you will not use with...
...Insert the cassette fully with the window facing outwards, and with this happens, repeat the insertion procedure. • Do not attempt to pick up the VIEWCAM by pressing the center until the cassette holder clicks into place. PUSH mark 4 Wait for a long period of time. • If you may.... Notes: • If the battery power is extending or retracting. • Be careful not to get your fingers caught in step 3, the VIEWCAM's cassette protection mechanism might eject the cassette. Erasure protect tab 3 Press the PUSH mark gently until it upside down when you will not use with...
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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. Cassette compartment door release Note: The cassette holder will last about one year of normal usage. 4 Push the battery holder...
... 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. Cassette compartment door release Note: The cassette holder will last about one year of normal usage. 4 Push the battery holder...
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...(Q) to select the desired language, then press the SET (REGLAGE or AJUSTE) button (B) (W). Power switch MENU button Operation buttons Setting the Language When using the VIEWCAM for the first time, select the desired language for the onscreen display language. MENU 1 FADE NORMA L SET REMOT E AUTO ON DEMO MODE O F F ...REGLAGE or AJUSTE) button (B) (W). • The language selection screen appears. 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 the language selected.
...(Q) to select the desired language, then press the SET (REGLAGE or AJUSTE) button (B) (W). Power switch MENU button Operation buttons Setting the Language When using the VIEWCAM for the first time, select the desired language for the onscreen display language. MENU 1 FADE NORMA L SET REMOT E AUTO ON DEMO MODE O F F ...REGLAGE or AJUSTE) button (B) (W). • The language selection screen appears. 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 the language selected.
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... buckle, then feed the end of the strap through the loop at the end of the lens cap cord (E). 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... the other end of the strap to the loop on the lens side. Notes: • Always replace the lens cap on the lens when the VIEWCAM is not in the way during recording. Hand strap flap Grip strap 2 Pass your hand through the hand strap and put your thumb close to...
... buckle, then feed the end of the strap through the loop at the end of the lens cap cord (E). 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... the other end of the strap to the loop on the lens side. Notes: • Always replace the lens cap on the lens when the VIEWCAM is not in the way during recording. Hand strap flap Grip strap 2 Pass your hand through the hand strap and put your thumb close to...
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...screen Power switch 1 Remove the lens cap (see page 19) and other functions or turning the power on the LCD monitor screen. • The VIEWCAM is consumed in a decrease of a tape, advance the tape about 15 seconds before you begin recording. Note: • Using the zoom (see ... the lens is now displayed on and off frequently will prevent the beginning of the recording being damaged. Recording pauses, and the VIEWCAM enters the Recording Standby mode. Basic Operations Camera Recording Easy Camera Recording with Full Auto Mode Before you start recording, perform the ...
...screen Power switch 1 Remove the lens cap (see page 19) and other functions or turning the power on the LCD monitor screen. • The VIEWCAM is consumed in a decrease of a tape, advance the tape about 15 seconds before you begin recording. Note: • Using the zoom (see ... the lens is now displayed on and off frequently will prevent the beginning of the recording being damaged. Recording pauses, and the VIEWCAM enters the Recording Standby mode. Basic Operations Camera Recording Easy Camera Recording with Full Auto Mode Before you start recording, perform the ...
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...Zoom control. The LCD monitor also makes it is able to focus on the subject. (See page 32 for the best stability. Holding the VIEWCAM Put the fingers of your right hand through the hand strap, and place your right thumb close -up to your left side of view (W).... zoom setting. • The zoom speed changes depending on subjects within 5 feet (1.5 m). Press your elbows against your fingers during recording. Note: • The VIEWCAM is convenient when you to move visually closer to or farther from a subject without having to prevent image shakes. Place your feet at a 45°...
...Zoom control. The LCD monitor also makes it is able to focus on the subject. (See page 32 for the best stability. Holding the VIEWCAM Put the fingers of your right hand through the hand strap, and place your right thumb close -up to your left side of view (W).... zoom setting. • The zoom speed changes depending on subjects within 5 feet (1.5 m). Press your elbows against your fingers during recording. Note: • The VIEWCAM is convenient when you to move visually closer to or farther from a subject without having to prevent image shakes. Place your feet at a 45°...
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...only as the power source, you turn off the remaining battery power display by pressing the DISPLAY button. Remaining Recording Time Display When the VIEWCAM is recording in Camera mode, about 10 minutes before the tape reaches the end, an on the condition of use. • Use of...screen indicator TA P E TAPE TA P E TA P E TA P E 1 min.-0 min. Replace the battery pack at this time. • Battery consumption may cause the VIEWCAM to suddenly lose power. 20 Replace the battery pack. Notes: • The remaining recording time displays only show the approximate time left.
...only as the power source, you turn off the remaining battery power display by pressing the DISPLAY button. Remaining Recording Time Display When the VIEWCAM is recording in Camera mode, about 10 minutes before the tape reaches the end, an on the condition of use. • Use of...screen indicator TA P E TAPE TA P E TA P E TA P E 1 min.-0 min. Replace the battery pack at this time. • Battery consumption may cause the VIEWCAM to suddenly lose power. 20 Replace the battery pack. Notes: • The remaining recording time displays only show the approximate time left.