Sharp VL-A10H operation manual Vcr

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Symptom

Possible cause

Suggested solution

 

 

 

 

 

Tape stops during rewind or fast

Counter is in memory mode.

Disengage the memory mode (p. 36).

 

forward.

 

 

 

No image appears on connected

Video input channel on TV or TV channel is not

Select video input channel or TV channel

mode

TV screen.

selected properly.

properly (p. 20).

 

Audio/video cable is not properly connected.

Connect audio/video cable properly (p. 20).

VCR

Cannot play back, rewind or fast

Position at beginning or end of tape.

Rewind or fast forward tape to desired point

 

forward tape.

 

(p. 19).

 

Video noise in image.

Dirty video heads.

Call for service (p. 53).

 

 

Old or worn tape.

Use a new cassette.

 

Cassette will not eject.

Power source is not properly connected.

Connect power source properly (pp. 8, 10).

 

 

Battery pack is not charged.

Charge battery pack sufficiently (p. 9).

 

 

VIEWCAM is recording.

Stop tape and try again (p. 16).

 

No image on monitor.

Backlight has been turned off.

Turn on backlight (p. 46).

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fluorescent lamp is burned out.

Call for service (p. 53).

 

Monitor picture is hard to see.

Inappropriate picture adjustments.

Adjust picture (p. 45).

 

CHARGE indicator flashes in red

AC adapter or battery pack may have

Call for service (p. 53).

 

when charging battery pack.

malfunctioned.

 

General

Cannot edit to connected VCR.

Audio/video cable is not properly connected.

Connect audio/video cable properly (p. 47).

 

 

 

Lens makes rattling sound when

Does not indicate a malfunction.

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VIEWCAM is moved in VCR

 

 

mode or with power off.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Remote control does not

REMOTE menu item is set to “OFF”.

Set REMOTE menu item to “ON” (p. 37).

 

function.

Remote control batteries have run down.

Replace remote control batteries with new ones

 

 

 

 

 

(p. 37).

 

 

 

 

 

 

Remote control used beyond operating range.

Use remote control within operating range

 

 

 

(p. 37).

 

 

 

 

 

 

Intense daylight falling on VIEWCAM remote

Protect remote sensor from exposure to intense

 

 

sensor.

daylight (p. 37).

 

 

 

 

 

 

Obstacle between remote control and VIEWCAM

Remove obstacle or use remote control from

 

 

remote sensor.

different angle (p. 37).

 

 

 

 

Notes:

• This unit is equipped with a microprocessor. Its performance could be adversely affected by external electrical noise or interference. If this should happen, turn off the power and disconnect the unit from any power sources, including the lithium battery, etc. Then reconnect the power sources to resume operation.

• If the characters displayed on the monitor screen appear to malfunction, disconnect the power source and remove the lithium battery, then reconnect the power source, insert the lithium battery, and turn the power on again. The characters on the monitor should be normal. Set the date and time, then resume operation.

References

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Contents VL-A10H Power supply Blue Neutral Brown Live Special Note for Users in the U.KAvoid shocks and dropping Do not aim the lens at the sunAvoid placing LCD Monitor Screen CleaningAC Adapter CR2025 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 35 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 BatteryChanging to the 12-hour Time Mode Setting the Date and TimePress the SET button B 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 TimesTips on Recording Positions ZoomingBasic Operations Camera Recording Approx. remaining On-screen Recording time Indicator Remaining Battery Power DisplayRemaining Recording Time Display Playback Volume ControlAsic Operations YbackTurn on the Viewcam in VCR mode, and begin tape playback see Watching the Playback on aStill Video SearchBasic Operations Playback Operations of the On-screen Controls Useful FeaturesMenu button Display buttonPress 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 Display Recording the Date and TimePress the SET button B to select AUTO, ON, or OFF Press the button to select SelectUsing Fade Mode Selecting Fade ModeFade In and Fade Out Type of Fade ModesQuick Review To cancel Fade modeTo use fade out only 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 BSelf-recording Message Press the Message button in Recording Standby modeTo turn off the self-recording message screen Setting the Viewcam to Full Auto Mode Program Search FeaturesUseful Using the Counter Tape Counter FeatureTo reset the counter to zero To turn off the tape counterDuring playback, press the Menu Button until appears Using the Counter MemoryPress the Play button D to view the desired scene 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 FocusWhite Balance Lock To cancel White Balance LockPress the White BAL. button. White BAL. returns to blue Manual Exposure To cancel Manual Exposure modePerform steps 1 and 2 above, then press the Auto button B 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 PackReferences Video Cassette Tapes Using Your Viewcam AbroadUse only tapes with the mark with this Cancelling Demo Mode Demonstration ModeButton and slide Power switch to Watching the DemonstrationPower Camera mode Symptom Possible cause Suggested solution Before Requesting ServiceVCR Viewcam Specifications0P06-M-G
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