Sharp VL-NZ50U operation manual Mini DV Cassette, AC Adapter, Replacing the Fluorescent Lamp

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Mini DV Cassette

Precautions when using a Mini DV cassette

•Be sure to use only Mini DV cassettes with the imark.

•This camcorder can record and play back using Mini DV cassettes with cassette memory, but it cannot record or play back this memory.

•To record in LP mode, use a Mini DV cassette labeled for use with LP mode.

•Do not insert anything into the holes on the bottom of the Mini DV cassette or block them in any way.

•Avoid placing the Mini DV cassette in an area conducive to dust or mold.

•Do not place the Mini DV cassette near magnetic sources such as electric clocks or magnetic devices as this may adversely affect recorded material.

•When a previously recorded Mini DV cassette is used again for recording, the previously recorded material will be automatically erased.

•The Mini DV cassette will not operate if inserted in the wrong direction.

•Do not repeatedly insert and eject the Mini DV cassette without running the tape as this may cause uneven tape winding and damage the tape.

•Do not place the Mini DV cassette in direct sunlight, near strong heat sources, or in areas with excessive steam.

•Store the Mini DV cassette in its case and stand it in an upright position.

•If the tape is not properly wound, rewind the tape.

•Do not drop the Mini DV cassette or subject it to excessive shocks.

To protect recordings against acciden- tal erasure

Slide the protect tab on the rear of the Mini DV cassette to the “SAVE” position.

Erasure protect tab

To record over a previously recorded tape, slide the protect tab to the “REC” position.

AC Adapter

•The AC adapter may interfere with reception if used near a radio.

•Prevent flammables, liquids, and metal objects from entering the adapter.

•The adapter is a sealed unit. Do not attempt to open or modify it.

•Do not damage, drop, or subject the adapter to vibration.

•Do not leave the adapter in direct sunlight.

•Avoid using the adapter in humid or ex- tremely hot places.

Replacing the Fluorescent Lamp

This camcorder uses a fluorescent lamp to backlight the LCD monitor. If the monitor becomes dark or difficult to view, the fluores- cent lamp may need to be replaced. Contact the nearest SHARP service center or your dealer for further advice.

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Contents VL-NZ50U Thank you for purchasing this camcorder from Sharp Important Information for Consumers in the U.SSharp Camcorder Specifications are subject to change without noticeIii Important SafeguardsPage Charging the Battery Pack Attaching the Battery PackHolding the camcorder Inserting a CassetteTips on Recording Positions Easy Camera Recording Volume ControlPlayback Quick Operation GuideViii PrecautionsSupplied Accessories Optional Accessories Contents Xii Useful Features Advanced Features AppendixPart Names Operation ReferencesRear view Wrist strap loop Battery mounting surfaceOperation References On-screen Display Index Camera modeVCR mode Example screens shown are for Camera mode On-screen indicators on/offOperation References Manual screens Menu buttonAS S E T T E Preparation Attaching and Removing the Battery PackAttaching RemovingBattery Extending battery pack lifePreparation Powering the Camcorder from an AC OutletPerform above, then take out the cassette Inserting and Removing a CassetteInserting Installing Installing the Lithium BatteryPress the Menu button to turn off the menu screen Setting ChangingSelecting the Language for the On-screen Display 0 0 AM Setting the Date and TimeChanging to the 24-hour Time Mode Using the Lens CapAttaching the Lens Hood Attaching the Wrist StrapTips on Recording Positions To turn the power off Easy Camera Recording in Full Auto ModeBasic Operations To pause recordingMacro Shots Zooming Auto FocusBasic Operations Camera Recording ZoomingRemaining Recording Time Display Remaining Battery Power DisplayTo stop playback Volume ControlSearching for a Scene Far from the Current Tape Position Video Search StillSearching for a Scene Near the Current Tape Position Basic Operations Playback Watching Playback on aYou can connect the camcorder to a TV to Allow a larger audience to enjoy playbackUsing the Menu Screens Useful FeaturesTo turn off the menu screen Press the Menu buttonTypes Displaying Recording GuideTurning on the recording guide Selecting the recording guideTo use optical zoom only Setting the Digital ZoomSelect OFF in above Press lor mto select 40 or 300, then press the SET buttonTo cancel Gamma Brightness Compen- sation Useful features Camera RecordingGamma Brightness Compensation To obtain a brighter pictureGain-up To cancel the gain-up functionPress the GAMMA/BRIGHTER button again Eindicator appears To cancel Fade mode UsingFade In and Fade Out To use Fade Out onlyA R C H Quick Return Edit SearchAttaching the Supplied Tripod Adapter To cancel the still imageStill Recording Wide Screen To cancel DIS functionDigital Image Stabilization DIS To return to normal screenMore Information on Self Re- cording Self RecordingSelect SP in above Recording in LP Long Play Recording ModeTo return to SP mode To return to 12-bit audio recording mode Selecting the 16-bit Audio Recording ModePress l or m to select 16bit, then press the SET button Select 12bit in aboveInstalling the Batteries Using the Remote Control Not suppliedActivating OperatingTo cancel Gamma Playback Useful Features PlaybackDisplaying the Date and Time of Recording Gamma PlaybackPicture Effect Playback To cancel Picture Effect PlaybackManual Focus Advanced FeaturesTo return to Auto Focus mode Press the Manual button until the normal screen appears To return to Auto Exposure modeManual Exposure Advanced Features Camera Recording Setting the Camcorder to Full Auto modeTo return to Auto White Balance mode White Balance LockDigital Picture Effects To cancel the digital picture effectScene Menu Program AE To cancel the scene settingDisplay format Using the Time CodeDisplaying the time code on a TV during playback To turn off the time codeEditing Advanced Features PlaybackCutting Unwanted Sequences To stop editingTo Record to Video Equipment Editing with the DV Terminal IEEE1394To Record from Video Equip- ment To stop recordingNormal recording mode Audio Dubbing FeatureAudio Dubbing mode Audio RecordingAudio Dubbing To cancel audio dubbingTo pause audio dubbing Press the Menu button. The audio dubbing screen disappearsSelecting the Audio Playback ModePress l or m on the operation button To select V, then press the SET buttonAdjusting the Backlight Picture/Backlight AdjustmentsAdjusting the Picture AppendixPress l or m to select OFF, then press the SET button Turning off Confirmation SoundAppendix Useful Information Use a wide-angle setting for fast-moving subjectsHints for Better Shooting LightingDV and conventional video cassette tapes Appendix DV Technology Copyright ProtectionMini DV Cassette Precautions when using a Mini DV cassetteAC Adapter Replacing the Fluorescent LampThis camcorder uses a lithium-ion type battery pack Appendix Battery PackCharging StorageDew Formation What is dew formation?Causes of video head clogging Using a Cleaning Tape Commercially AvailableAppendix Dirty Video Heads AC Adapter Supplied Accessory Cleaning Using Your Camcorder AbroadWatching the Demonstration Demonstration ModeCanceling Demo Mode Symptom Possible cause Suggested solution Before Requesting ServiceVCR mode General Symptom Possible cause Suggested solution Camcorder SpecificationsService Information For the U.S InformaciónimportanteparalosconsumidoresdelosEE.UU Guía de operación rápida en españolPuede deformar la Videocámara o hacer que ésta funcione mal PrecaucionesLa compañía eléctrica local. Para los Utilícelo solamente Con un carritoProductos que van a ser utilizados con Energía de baterías u otras fuentesNotas acerca de la utilización de la pila de litio Colocación de la batería Carga de la batería Guía de operación rápidaSujeción de la videocámara Inserción de un caseteSugerencias sobre las posiciones de grabación Grabación fácil con la videocámara Control de volumenReproducción Guía de operación rápidaModo VCR Visualizaciones en pantalla en españolModo Camera Affichages sur écran en français Mode CameraMode VCR Page 02P01-JKG Valid for warranty service in the U.S. only

VL-NZ50U specifications

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