Sharp VL Z 1 H operation manual Mini DV Cassette, Precautions when using a Mini DV cassette

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Appendix

Appendix

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 labelled 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 areas 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 accidental 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.

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Contents VL-Z1H Page Power supply Special Note for Users in the U.K Blue Neutral Brown LiveSpecifications are subject to change without notice Contents Recording in LP Long Play Recording Mode Useful Features Advanced FeaturesUsing the Mode Screens Playback Functions with the Remote ControlContents Supplied Accessories Power cordPrecautions What is dew formation? Dew FormationRemove the cleaning tape Precautions Dirty Video HeadsUsing a Cleaning Tape Commer- cially Available Causes of video head cloggingOperation References Part NamesPp , 55 Operation ReferencesLCD monitor p DC in jack pp AV terminal Terminal cover DV terminal pPp , 8 RED indicatorStandby button SpeakerCleaned see Battery is almost depleted. Replace it withFully charged battery pack see pages 5 There is no video cassette in the camcorderAttaching Removing the Battery Pack AttachingTake the battery pack out PreparationRemoving DC in jack cover Charging the Battery PackInsert the DC plug into the DC in jack of the camcorder DC in jack DC plugAC Outlet PoweringCamcorder from an Insert the DC plug into the DCInserting and Removing a Cassette InsertingPerform above, then take out the cassette Installing the Lithium Batteries Installing the Memory BatteryRemoving the Memory Battery Installing the Battery to Remote Control Not Sup- plied Insert the battery holder back into position0 0 Setting the DateTime Press m or l to select ExecuteSE T T I NG Using the Lens CapChanging to the 12-hour Time Mode 10 3 0 0Adjusting the Hand Strap Using the GripOpen the hand strap flap 1 and grip strap Using the Viewfinder Detaching the Lens HoodPull out the viewfinder completely Adjusting the dioptre Closing the viewfinderPush in the viewfinder completely LCD monitor rotates 270 vertically Using the LCD MonitorClosing the LCD monitor Picture displays on LCD monitorBasic posture Tips on Recording PositionsHolding the camcorder Shooting from a high angleEasy Camera Recording in Full Auto Mode Press the Start/Stop button to begin recordingMaximum continuous recording and actual recording times Basic Operations Camera Recording To pause recording To turn the power offZooming ZoomingTo resume operation Power Standby ModeTurning on/off Backlight To turn on the backlightAuto Focus Macro Shots Basic Operations Camera RecordingWhen the remaining recording time reaches CAS SE T T EWatching the playback in the viewfinder PlaybackTo stop playback OperationsSearching for a Scene Near the Current Tape Position Volume Control Video SearchStill Searching for a Scene Far from the Current Tape Posi- tionWatching Playback on a TV Basic Operations PlaybackOpen the terminal cover on the camcorder see Control Buttons Using the Mode ScreensTo turn off the mode screen Operation buttonUsing the Menu Screens Useful FeaturesDG T L Zoom 4 Press l or m to select Dgtl Setting the DigitalZoom Operation buttonUseful Features Camera Recording Backlight Compensation BLCBLC / GA I N To cancel the gain-up function Gain-upTo use Fade Out only UsingTo cancel Fade mode Picture turns white, and the image and sound fadeButton Quick ReturnPress l or m to select Start Then press the centre of the OperationRecording Standby mode, press the Photo button fully To cancel the still imageEdit Search Still Recording Press the Start/Stop buttonDigital Image Stabilization DIS To cancel DIS functionSelect OFF in above. The z indicator will disappear SO NNormal self recording Set the Power switch toSelf Recording Subject is displayedOpen the LCD monitor to a 90 angle Self recording with reversedGrip To the camcorder body 1, and thenWide Screen To return to normal screenAudio dubbing is not possible with LP mode recording Recording in LP Long Play Recording ModeTo return to SP mode AP E SP E E D LPTo cancel Windbreak WindbreakSelecting the 16-bit Audio Recording Mode To return to 12-bit audio recording modeSelect 12bit in above Operating Using the Remote Control Not suppliedExample screens shown are for Playback mode ActivatingSlow Playback Functions with the Remote Control Not suppliedReverse Playback Frame AdvanceUseful Features Playback Selecting the Date Time Recording DisplayDate D I S P. DA T E To cancel Picture Effect Playback Picture Effect PlaybackTypes Above To cancel Rotate PlaybackRotate Playback Press m to begin Rotate PlaybackMF appears when the on-screen indicators are turned on Manual FocusAdvanced Features Camera Recording Focus setting returns to Auto Focus modeTo return to Auto White Balance mode To return to Full Auto modeWhite Balance Lock Manual Iris To return to Auto Gain mode Manual GainSetting the Camcorder to Full Auto Mode Selected scene setting displays on the mode screen To cancel the scene settingSport a When you want to record a fast-moving subject Scene Menu Program AEDisplaying the time code on a TV during playback Display formatME COD E on OU TOn the VCR to resume recording when EditingCutting Unwanted Sequences To stop editingAdvanced Features Playback Editing with the DV Terminal IEEE1394Cutting Unwanted Se- quences Audio Dubbing Feature Audio RecordingPress m to begin audio dubbing. Record your narration Advanced Features Playback Audio DubbingTo cancel audio dubbing To pause audio dubbingBit recording in mono Audio 1 and Audio 2 channels Selecting the Audio Playback ModeAUD I O Bit recording in mono Audio 1 channel onlyPicture/Backlight Adjustments Adjusting the PictureAdjusting the Backlight AC K L I GHT BR I GH TTurning off the Confirmation Sound AppendixE P Setting the Camcorder to Factory Presettings Cancelling Demonstration ModeDemo Mode on WatchingUseful Information Hints for Better ShootingPrecautions when using a Mini DV cassette Mini DV CassetteTo protect recordings against accidental erasure Charging Battery PackThis camcorder uses a lithium-ion type battery pack UseAC Adapter CleaningExtending battery pack life Replacing the Fluorescent LampUsing Your Camcorder Abroad AC Adapter Supplied AccessoryTroubleshooting Symptom Possible cause Suggested solutionXii General Symptom Possible cause Suggested solution Specifications CamcorderCamera mode On-screen Display IndexPlayback mode Sharp Corporation