Sharp VL AH 50 H operation manual Auto/Manual Focus, Auto Focus, To cancel Manual Focus mode

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Auto/Manual Focus

Auto Focus

The auto focus function is designed to focus on most types of subjects. In Auto Focus mode, the VIEWCAM automatically focuses on what- ever is in the centre of the scene. Always keep the subject in the centre of the screen.

Notes:

•If no subject is in the centre of the screen, the focus area will expand and the subject nearest the centre will be focused on.

•If no subject is displayed on the screen, the VIEWCAM will automatically zoom out until a subject comes into the frame.

Manual Focus

The Auto Focus may not be able to focus on the subject in the situations shown below. In such situations, set the VIEWCAM to Manual Focus mode and focus manually.

	Subject is too dark.	Lack of contrast, e.g. snow
	Subject is too dark.	scene.
		scene.
	Fast-moving subject.	Background is too bright.
	Subject has	Subject is being shot through
	horizontal stripes.	a dirty or wet window.
	Light reflects off the subject.	Two subjects at different distances
	Light reflects off the subject.	overlap in the same scene.
		overlap in the same scene.
	Subject has fine, repeated	Subjects at different distances
	patterns.	appear in the centre of the scene
		at the same time.

1 In Recording Standby mode, press the

MENU button untilappears.

						WH I T E		E XPO
						WH I T E		E XPO
		F OCUS				BA L .		SUR E
		F OCUS				BA L .		SUR E

2 Press the FOCUS button (D) to set the VIEWCAM to Manual Focus mode (“MAN’L FOCUS”).

F OCU S

		MAN’ L				WH I T E		EXPO
F		F OCU S		N		BA L.		SURE
F		F OCU S		N		BA L.		SURE

3 Push the Power Zoom control to frame the subject as you desire.

4 Press the F (C) or N (B) button to focus on the subject.

		MAN’ L				WH I T E				EXPO
F		F OCU S		N		BA L.				SURE
F		F OCU S		N		BA L.				SURE

To cancel Manual Focus mode

Perform step 1 above, and press the D button to set the VIEWCAM to Auto Focus mode (“FOCUS”).

Notes:

•The VIEWCAM may not be able to focus correctly if the subject is within approximately 1.5 m. Set the zoom control to wide angle, and then try refocusing.

•If the lens is dirty or fogged, the VIEWCAM may not be able to correctly focus.

•The Manual Focus mode will be cancelled if the power source is interrupted.

Advanced Features

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Contents VL-AH50H Power supply Blue Neutral Brown Live Special Note for Users in the U.KAvoid placing Do not aim the lens at the sunAvoid shocks and dropping LCD Monitor Screen Recording FormatCR2025 type Audio/video cable Lithium battery Battery packRemote control × IiiSoft case Tripod adapter For 180 recordingContents Advanced Features Useful FeaturesReferences Gamma Brightness CompensationPart Names When the cassette compartment door is openOperation Summary Cassette compartment door pRemote sensor p Rear viewVCR Mode Camera ModeOn-screen Display Index 47 p 34 pQuick Reference Index Video cassette is defective and should be Inserting the Battery Pack Battery PackRemoving the Battery Pack Inserting and RemovingRecording and playback times Charging the Battery PackPowering the Viewcam from an AC Outlet Inserting a Cassette Inserting and Removing a CassetteRemoving a Cassette Perform above, then take out the cassetteMemory Battery Installing the LithiumBattery Removing the Lithium BatteryPress the SET button B Setting the Date and TimeChanging to the 12-hour Time Mode Attaching the Shoulder Strap Using the Hand Strap and the Lens CapAttaching and Removing the Lens Cap LCD screen sideAttaching the Sun Hood Using the Sun HoodClosing the Sun Hood Opening the Sun HoodTo Turn the Power Off Easy Camera Recording with Full Auto ModeTo Pause Recording Maximum Continuous Recording and Actual Recording TimesBasic Operations Camera Recording ZoomingTips on Recording Positions Remaining Recording Time Display Remaining Battery Power DisplayApprox. remaining On-screen Recording time Indicator Playback Volume ControlTo Stop Playback Auto Tape RewindTurn on the Viewcam in VCR mode, and begin tape playback see Watching the Playback on aStill Video SearchSlow Basic Operations PlaybackMenu button Operations of the On-screen ControlsDisplay button Operation buttonsPress the SET button B to select Desired settingPress the or button C or D to select the desired menu item Perform steps 4 to 6 abovePress the or Button to select Recording the Date and TimePress the SET button B to select AUTO, ON, or OFF Press the button to select SelectTo return to optical zoom Setting the Digital ZoomSetting the Digital Quick Zoom Ranges Using Digital Quick ZoomTo cancel Digital Quick Zoom Digital Quick Zoom Extend ZoomUsing Still Recording Selecting Still Recording ModeStill Recording Type of Still Recording ModesTo return to normal recording mode To cancel Strobe Recording modeStrobe Recording Digital Image Stabilization DISUsing Fade Mode Selecting Fade ModePress the SET button B to select the desired fade mode Fade In and Fade OutTo use fade out only To cancel Fade modeQuick Review Recording Standby mode, press Menu button until appears Quick Return Edit SearchGamma Brightness Compensation To cancel Gamma Brightness CompensationTo obtain a brighter picture Press the Gama EFF. button a againGain-up Cat’s Eye To cancel the gain-up functionMacro Shots Wide ScreenRemoving the Lens Hood To return to normal pictureNormal Self Recording Self RecordingMore Information on Self Recording To pause recording, press the REC Stop button BTo turn off the self-recording message screen Press the Message button in Recording Standby modeSelf-recording Message Setting the Viewcam to Full Auto Mode Useful FeaturesProgram Search Using the Counter Tape Counter FeatureTo reset the counter to zero To turn off the tape counterPress the Play button D to view the desired scene Using the Counter MemoryDuring playback, press the Menu Button until appears Operating the Remote Control Using the Remote ControlInstalling the Batteries in the Remote Control Turning On the Remote Control ModeAdvanced Features To cancel the digital picture effectDigital Picture Effects Type of Digital Picture EffectsTo cancel the scene setting Type of Scene SettingsScene Menu Program AE Select Scene Menu in aboveSuperimposing a Title Press the Reset button to display the title input screen Changing the Preset TitlesPress the or ß button Q to select Top of the screen and the cursor willAuto/Manual Focus To cancel Manual Focus modeAuto Focus Manual FocusPress the White BAL. button. White BAL. returns to blue To cancel White Balance LockWhite Balance Lock Perform steps 1 and 2 above, then press the Auto button B To cancel Manual Exposure modeManual Exposure Picture-in-Picture Digital Dual PictureSelecting Digital Dual Picture Title Screen Press the Menu button until Camera mode or VCR mode appears Picture/Backlight AdjustmentsPress the Exit button to turn off the adjustment screen Type of Backlight ModesGamma Playback To cancel Gamma PlaybackTurning Off the LCD Monitor Backlight Press the Gama EFF. button again. Gamma disappearsEditing Setting Edit ModeCutting Unwanted Sequences To stop editingHints for Better Shooting Useful InformationLighting Tips on Good LightingDirty Video Heads Dew FormationReplacing the Fluorescent Lamp Battery PackUsing Your Viewcam Abroad CleaningReferences Video Cassette Tapes AC AdapterCancelling Demo Mode Demonstration ModeButton and slide Power switch to Watching the DemonstrationPower Camera mode Symptom Possible cause Suggested solution Before Requesting ServiceVCR Viewcam SpecificationsPage Page Page 0P06-M-G