Sharp VL-WD250U DV Technology, DV and conventional video cassette tapes, PCM digital recording

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About Your Camcorder

DV Technology

Digital video, DV, is a revolutionary technology that enables recording and playback of high quality images with the use of special digital features previously unavailable with conven- tional analog formats.

•High horizontal resolution

Detailed, accurate images with the highest level of horizontal resolution for home use.

•Clear color reproduction with virtually no color contamination

Provides three times the color resolution of conventional VCRs (based on Sharp models). Clear images with virtually no distracting color contamination (which usually appears as red).

•Standard use of TBC (Time Base Corrector) to prevent jittery images

Ensures stable images with a high signal-to- noise ratio.

•PCM digital recording

PCM digital recording gives you high-quality stereo sound that puts you in the middle of the action.

The “DV” trademark can only be used on digital VCR products which have been evaluated and have met the specifications set by the HD Digital VCR Conference for

Standardization of Consumer Use Digital VCR Formats.

This product incorporates copyright protec- tion technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disas- sembly is prohibited.

DV and conventional video cassette tapes

There are two kinds of DV-format video cassette tapes: the Mini DV cassette and the larger DV cassette used for extended playback and recording. This camcorder only operates with Mini DV cassettes. DV cassettes cannot be used. Be sure to use Mini DV cassettes with the imark.

Mini DV cassette							DV cassette

8 mm, VHS, and Beta cassettes cannot be used for playback or recording with this camcorder.

8 mm cassette VHS cassette Beta cassette

Note:

•This camcorder reproduces the highest picture quality when used with an ME tape. It is recommended you use an ME tape for high- quality recording and playback.

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Contents Model No Serial No VL-WD250UApplies to the supplied AC adapter Thank you for purchasing this camcorder from SharpSharp Camcorder Specifications are subject to change without noticeShould never be blocked by placing IiiPage Inserting a Mini DV Cassette Charging the Battery PackAttaching the Battery Pack To stop playback Easy Camera RecordingTape Playback ZoomingVii Supplied AccessoriesViii Optional AccessoriesDo not aim the lens at the sun PrecautionsPCM digital recording High horizontal resolutionDV Technology DV and conventional video cassette tapesContents Xii Advanced FeaturesAppendix Remote sensor p Part NamesOperation References Operation ReferencesPp , 56 Jack cover pp , 58Quick Reference List On-screen Display Index Camera modeEasy mode p VCR modeAS S E T T E Preparationreparation Extending battery pack lifeRemoving the Battery Pack Attaching and Removing the Battery PackAttaching the Battery Pack Removing the DC cable from the camcorder Powering the Camcorder from an AC OutletPreparation Perform above, then take out the cassette Inserting and Removing a Mini DV CassetteInserting a Cassette Removing a CassetteRemoving the lithium battery Installing the Lithium Memory BatteryInstalling the Lithium Battery Changing the Language Setting the LanguageSelecting the Language for On-screen Display0 0 AM Setting the Date and TimeT T I NG Press dor yto select 24H, and then press e Changing to the 24-hour Time ModeDisplaying the Date and Time of Recording S P L AYOpen the hand strap flap 1 and the grip strap Adjusting the Hand StrapUsing the Lens Cap Attaching the Shoulder StrapClosing the viewfinder Using the ViewfinderAdjusting the Diopter Closing the LCD monitor Using the LCD MonitorMaximum continuous recording and actual recording times Easy Camera Recording in Full Auto ModeTo turn the power off To pause recordingBasic Operations Camera Recording Remaining Recording Time Display Remaining Battery Power DisplayTo stop playback Volume ControlPlayback Watching the Playback in the ViewfinderAbout the S-video socket Watching the Playback on aBasic Operations Playback Video SearchStill Operation button Using the ControlsPower switch MENU/DISPLAY buttonTo select Easy mode, hold down Selecting the User ModeUseful Features User modeDesired menu item, then press r Using the Menu ScreensTo turn off the menu screen Press d or y 1 to selectRecording in LP Long Play Recording ModeFeatures Amera Recording To return to SP modeTurning Off the DIS Function To return to 12-bit audio recording modeTo return to DIS mode To use optical zoom only Setting the Digital ZoomUseful Features Camera Recording To obtain a brighter picture To cancel Gamma Brightness CompensationGamma Brightness Compensation Camera mode, press the Gamma Brighter button once To cancel the gain-up functionGain-up Night Recording Cat’s Eye To cancel Night RecordingAdeon Using Fade ModeSetting Fade Mode Fade In and Fade OutQK. RE T URN S E a RCH Quick ReturnEdit Search Still Recording Selecting Still Recording ModeUsing Still Recording To cancel the still imageStill Recording Effect Photo Shot Using Photo Shot modeSetting a still recording effect To cancel still recording effectMacro Shots Auto Focus Using the Remote ControlInstalling the Batteries in the Remote Control Turning on the Remote Control ModePress d or y to select ON, then press e Operating the Remote ControlRemo T E on Subject is displayed Set the Power switch to CameraLetting the Subject Monitor ShotSlow Playback Functions with the Remote ControlFrame Advance Reverse PlaybackDisplaying the time code on a TV during playback Using the Time CodeUseful Features Playback OU TAfter performing above, select AUTO, then press e To cancel Manual Exposure modePress e to display the exposure setting screen Manual ExposureManual Focus Advanced Features Camera RecordingPress e to display the focus setting screen Press e To cancel Manual Focus modePress d or y 1 to focus on the subject, then press e To return to Auto Shutter Speed mode Setting the Shutter SpeedRecommended Shutter Speeds Tips on Using the Manual Shutter SpeedWhite Balance Lock To cancel White Balance LockSC E NE Menu Sport Type of Scene SettingsTo cancel the scene setting Scene Menu Program AEDigital Picture Effects Setting the Confirmation SoundsType of Confirmation Sound Settings To cancel the digital picture effectMounting the Zoom Microphone Using the Zoom MicrophoneSelecting Zoom Microphone Mode OOM M I C AUT OPress the Zoom W button to zoom out to the widest angle To cancel Playback ZoomPlayback Zoom Gamma Playback To cancel Gamma PlaybackPB E F F E C T WI PE Advanced Features PlaybackUsing Playback Effect Playback EffectsType of Picture Effects To cancel Picture Effect PlaybackPicture Effect Playback Picture/Backlight AdjustmentsAdjusting the Backlight Adjusting the PictureTo stop editing EditingCutting Unwanted Sequences Press d on the Operation button Recording from an External SourceTo Record from an External Source To stop recordingTo Record to Video Equipment Editing with the DV Terminal IEEE1394To Record from Video Equipment Audio Recording Audio Dubbing FeatureNormal recording mode Audio Dubbing modePress e to begin audio dubbing. Record your narration Audio DubbingTo pause audio dubbing To quit audio dubbingAudio ModeAUD I O Audio 1+2System Requirements Configuring Software for PC ConnectionInstalling the Software Connecting the camcorder to a Personal ComputerSelect your print settings, then click OK Using the SoftwareInstalling Adobe Acrobat Reader Lighting Use a wide-angle setting for fast-moving subjectsUseful Information Hints for Better ShootingTo protect recordings against acciden Precautions when using a Mini DV CassetteAppendix Mini DV Cassette Copyright ProtectionUse Battery PackThis camcorder uses a lithium-ion type battery pack ChargingDew Formation AC Adapter/Battery ChargerAppendix Replacing the Fluorescent LampRemove the cleaning tape To cancel cleaning, press e Using a Cleaning Tape Commer- cially AvailableCleaning Using Your Camcorder AbroadEMO MOD E on Demonstration ModeDemo Mode of F Canceling Demo ModeSymptom Possible cause Suggested solution Before Requesting ServiceProperly pp Service Information For the U.S SpecificationsInserción de un minivideocasete DV Carga de la bateríaColocación de la batería Para detener la reproducció n Grabació n fá cil con la videocá maraEmpleo del zoom Reproducció n de cintaModo VCR Modo CameraModo fá cil FÁ CIL Mode VCR Mode CameraMode facile Facile Page Page Osaka, Japan 0P11-M-G Valid for warranty service in the U.S. onlyWhere to Obtain Service What to do to Obtain Service