Sharp VL-AH150U Scene Menu Program AE, Type of Scene Settings, To cancel the scene setting

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Advanced Features

Scene Menu (Program AE)

You can set the VIEWCAM to the shooting mode that will create the best results for a specific type of shooting situation. Just select one of the four scene settings shown below. The VIEWCAM will automatically set the exposure, white balance, and shutter speed to produce the optimum picture quality for the selected situation.

Type of Scene Settings

SPORT: When you want to record a fast- moving subject.

SUNLIGHT: When the background is very bright.

DUSK: When you want to faithfully record the red of the setting sun, and the surrounding twilight.

PARTY: When the illumination is from a spotlight or candles.

1 In Recording Standby mode, press the MENU button untilappears.

To cancel the scene setting

Select “SCENE MENU” in step 2 above.

Notes:

•Even after you turn off the scene setting indicator, the selected scene setting will remain in effect.

•When “SPORT” is selected, recording under the light of fluorescent lamps, mercury lamps, or sodium lamps may cause color shifts or fluctuations in picture brightness.

•When “DUSK” is selected, the picture may not be satisfactory if the lighting is very dim.

•It is recommended that you select “SCENE MENU” to record outdoor parties.

•The scene setting will be canceled if the power source is interrupted.

•Changing the scene setting when a still image is displayed does not affect the still image.

Advanced Features

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•Each time you press theAbutton, the scene setting changes as shown below.

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Contents Images of the Viewcam in this See page 60 for use of Demo modeModel number and serial number which VL-AH150UThank you for purchasing this Viewcam from Sharp Applies to the supplied AC adapterInformation Iii Should never be blocked by placingPage Do not aim the lens at the sun Avoid shocks and droppingRecording Format LCD Monitor ScreenVii Viii Tripod adapter For 180 recordingContents References Useful FeaturesAdvanced Features Gamma Brightness CompensationOperation Summary When the cassette compartment door is openPart Names Cassette compartment door pRear view Remote sensor pQuick Reference Index Video cassette is defective and should be Removing the Battery Pack Battery PackInserting the Battery Pack Inserting and RemovingCharging time Charging the Battery PackBattery pack Max. continuousPowering the Viewcam from an AC Outlet Removing a Cassette Inserting and Removing a CassetteInserting a Cassette Perform above, then take out the cassetteInstalling the Lithium Memory Battery Removing the Lithium BatterySetting the Language Selecting the Language for the On-screen DisplayChanging the Language Camera Mode VCR ModeFrench On-screen Displays Spanish On-screen Displays Press the SET button B Setting the Date and TimeChanging to the 24-hour Time Mode 0 0Attaching and Removing the Lens Cap Using the Hand Strap and the Lens CapAttaching the Shoulder Strap LCD screen sideTo Pause Recording Easy Camera Recording with Full Auto ModeTo Turn the Power Off Maximum Continuous Recording and Actual Recording TimesZooming Tips on Recording PositionsBasic Operations Camera Recording Remaining Battery Power Display Approx. remaining On-screen Recording time IndicatorRemaining Recording Time Display To Stop Playback Volume ControlPlayback Auto Tape RewindWatching the Playback on a This Viewcam does not have an S-video socketPlayback Slow Video SearchStill Basic Operations PlaybackDisplay button Operations of the On-screen ControlsMenu button Operation buttonsPress Button C or D to Select the desired menu item Desired settingPress the SET button B to select Perform steps 4 to 6 abovePress the SET button B to select AUTO, ON, or OFF Recording the Date and TimePress the or Button to select Press the button to select SelectSetting the Digital Zoom To return to optical zoomTo cancel Digital Quick Zoom Using Digital Quick ZoomSetting the Digital Quick Zoom Ranges Digital Quick Zoom Extend ZoomStill Recording Selecting Still Recording ModeUsing Still Recording Type of Still Recording ModesStrobe Recording To cancel Strobe Recording modeTo return to normal recording mode Digital Image Stabilization DISPress the SET button B to select the desired fade mode Selecting Fade ModeUsing Fade Mode Fade In and Fade OutTo cancel Fade mode Quick ReviewTo use fade out only Quick Return Edit Search QU I CKTo obtain a brighter picture To cancel Gamma Brightness CompensationGamma Brightness Compensation Press the Gama EFF. button a againTo cancel the gain-up function Gain-up Cat’s EyeRemoving the Lens Hood Wide ScreenMacro Shots To return to normal pictureMore Information on Self Recording Self RecordingNormal Self Recording To pause recording, press the REC Stop button BSelf-recording Message Setting the Viewcam to Full Auto Mode BlueFeatures Program SearchUseful To reset the counter to zero Tape Counter FeatureUsing the Counter To turn off the tape counterUsing the Counter Memory During playback, press the Menu Button until appearsPress the Play button D to view the desired scene Turning On the Remote Control Mode Using the Remote ControlInstalling the Batteries in the Remote Control Operating the Remote ControlDigital Picture Effects To cancel the digital picture effectAdvanced Features Type of Digital Picture EffectsScene Menu Program AE Type of Scene SettingsTo cancel the scene setting Select Scene Menu in aboveSuperimposing a Title Press the or ß button Q to select Changing the Preset TitlesPress the Reset button to display the title input screen Top of the screen and the cursor willAuto Focus To cancel Manual Focus modeAuto/Manual Focus Manual FocusTo cancel White Balance Lock White Balance LockPress the White BAL. button. White BAL. returns to blue To cancel Manual Exposure mode Manual ExposurePerform steps 1 and 2 above, then press the Auto button B Digital Dual Picture Selecting Digital Dual PicturePicture-in-Picture Title Screen Picture/Backlight Adjustments Press the Menu button until Camera mode or VCR mode appearsType of Backlight Modes Turning Off the LCD Monitor Backlight To cancel Gamma PlaybackGamma Playback Press the Gama EFF. button again. Gamma disappearsCutting Unwanted Sequences Setting Edit ModeEditing To stop editingLighting Useful InformationHints for Better Shooting Tips on Good LightingDew Formation Dirty Video HeadsBattery Pack Replacing the Fluorescent LampReferences Video Cassette Tapes CleaningUsing Your Viewcam Abroad AC AdapterDemonstration Mode Canceling Demo ModeWatching the Demonstration Before Requesting Service Symptom Possible cause Suggested solutionVCR Battery Pack BT-H22 SpecificationsService Information For the U.S AC Adapter UADP-0312TAZZInserció n de la batería Inserció n y extracció n de laBatería Extracció n de la bateríaCarga de la batería Selecció n de idioma para la visualizació n en pantallaGuía de operació n rá pida en españ ol Extracció n de un videocasete Inserció n y extracció n de un videocaseteInserció n de un videocasete Realice el paso 1 de arriba y luego saque el videocasetePara hacer una pausa en la grabació n Para desconectar la alimentació nPulse el botón REC START/STOP para iniciar la grabación Para detener la reproducció n Control de volumenReproducció n Rebobinado automá tico de la cintaPage Page Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey Valid for warranty service in the U.S. onlyWhere to Obtain Service What to do to Obtain Service Osaka, Japan

VL-AH160U, VL-AH150U specifications

The Sharp VL-AH150U and VL-AH160U are notable camcorders that cater to both amateur videographers and professional users seeking high-quality video recording capabilities. These models are part of Sharp's innovative lineup, providing advanced features and technologies designed to enhance the user experience.

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Overall, the Sharp VL-AH150U and VL-AH160U camcorders are excellent choices for those looking to combine user-friendly features with advanced video recording technologies. Their array of capabilities positions them as reliable tools for capturing memories and creating stunning visual content.
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