Sharp VL Z 1 H Cleaning, AC Adapter, Replacing the Fluorescent Lamp, Extending battery pack life

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Appendix

Extending battery pack life

Cleaning

Even when the battery pack is not used, the capacity of the battery pack will naturally deteriorate over time. To limit the deteriora- tion of the capacity, it is recommended to perform the following procedure at least once every six months:

1Charge the battery pack until the POWER/CHARGE (RED) indicator turns off.

2Attach the battery pack to the camcorder, and set the Power switch to v without inserting a cassette. Allow the battery power to fully discharge by leaving it on the camcorder until the camcorder power automatically turns off.

3Remove the battery pack and store it between 10°C and 20°C.

AC Adapter

•Many plastic parts are used in the camcorder casing. Do not use thinner, benzene or other strong chemical cleaners. These may cause discolouration and damage to the casing.

•Clean the casing with a soft, dry cloth. If the casing is particularly dirty, wipe the casing with a tightly wrung cloth damp- ened with a diluted, neutral detergent. Then wipe it again with a soft, dry cloth.

•Use a soft cloth to wipe finger marks and other smudges off the LCD screen.

•Use a soft cloth, or compressed air and lens paper designed for photographic lenses to clean the lens.

•Pull out the viewfinder and open the window cleaning cover as shown below so that you can clean up the inside of the viewfinder with a camera blower.

Window cleaning cover

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•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 extremely 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 fluorescent lamp may need to be replaced. Contact the nearest SHARP service centre or your dealer for further advice.

Note:

•After cleaning, close the window cleaning cover securely. Closing the viewfinder with the window cleaning cover opened may cause malfunction.

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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 Useful Features Advanced Features Using the Mode ScreensRecording in LP Long Play Recording Mode Playback Functions with the Remote ControlContents Supplied Accessories Power cordPrecautions What is dew formation? Dew FormationPrecautions Dirty Video Heads Using a Cleaning Tape Commer- cially AvailableRemove the cleaning tape Causes of video head cloggingOperation References Part NamesOperation References LCD monitor p DC in jack pp AV terminal Terminal coverPp , 55 DV terminal pRED indicator Standby buttonPp , 8 SpeakerBattery is almost depleted. Replace it with Fully charged battery pack see pages 5Cleaned see There is no video cassette in the camcorderAttaching Removing the Battery Pack AttachingRemoving Take the battery pack outPreparation Charging the Battery Pack Insert the DC plug into the DC in jack of the camcorderDC in jack cover DC in jack DC plugPowering Camcorder from anAC Outlet Insert the DC plug into the DCPerform above, then take out the cassette Inserting and Removing a CassetteInserting Removing the Memory Battery Installing the Lithium BatteriesInstalling the Memory Battery Installing the Battery to Remote Control Not Sup- plied Insert the battery holder back into positionSetting the Date Time0 0 Press m or l to select ExecuteUsing the Lens Cap Changing to the 12-hour Time ModeSE T T I NG 10 3 0 0Open the hand strap flap 1 and grip strap Adjusting the Hand StrapUsing the Grip Pull out the viewfinder completely Using the ViewfinderDetaching the Lens Hood Push in the viewfinder completely Adjusting the dioptreClosing the viewfinder Using the LCD Monitor Closing the LCD monitorLCD monitor rotates 270 vertically Picture displays on LCD monitorTips on Recording Positions Holding the camcorderBasic posture Shooting from a high angleMaximum continuous recording and actual recording times Easy Camera Recording in Full Auto ModePress the Start/Stop button to begin recording To turn the power off ZoomingBasic Operations Camera Recording To pause recording ZoomingPower Standby Mode Turning on/off BacklightTo resume operation To turn on the backlightAuto Focus Macro Shots Basic Operations Camera RecordingWhen the remaining recording time reaches CAS SE T T EPlayback To stop playbackWatching the playback in the viewfinder OperationsVolume Control Video Search StillSearching for a Scene Near the Current Tape Position Searching for a Scene Far from the Current Tape Posi- tionOpen the terminal cover on the camcorder see Watching Playback on a TVBasic Operations Playback Using the Mode Screens To turn off the mode screenControl Buttons Operation buttonDG T L Zoom 4 Using the Menu ScreensUseful Features Setting the Digital ZoomPress l or m to select Dgtl Operation buttonBLC / GA I N Useful Features Camera RecordingBacklight Compensation BLC To cancel the gain-up function Gain-upUsing To cancel Fade modeTo use Fade Out only Picture turns white, and the image and sound fadeQuick Return Press l or m to select StartButton Then press the centre of the OperationTo cancel the still image Edit Search Still RecordingRecording Standby mode, press the Photo button fully Press the Start/Stop buttonTo cancel DIS function Select OFF in above. The z indicator will disappearDigital Image Stabilization DIS SO NSet the Power switch to Self RecordingNormal self recording Subject is displayedSelf recording with reversed GripOpen the LCD monitor to a 90 angle To the camcorder body 1, and thenWide Screen To return to normal screenRecording in LP Long Play Recording Mode To return to SP modeAudio dubbing is not possible with LP mode recording AP E SP E E D LPTo cancel Windbreak WindbreakSelect 12bit in above Selecting the 16-bit Audio Recording ModeTo return to 12-bit audio recording mode Using the Remote Control Not supplied Example screens shown are for Playback modeOperating ActivatingPlayback Functions with the Remote Control Not supplied Reverse PlaybackSlow Frame AdvanceDate D I S P. DA T E Useful Features PlaybackSelecting the Date Time Recording Display Types To cancel Picture Effect PlaybackPicture Effect Playback To cancel Rotate Playback Rotate PlaybackAbove 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 modeWhite Balance Lock To return to Auto White Balance modeTo return to Full Auto mode Manual Iris To return to Auto Gain mode Manual GainSetting the Camcorder to Full Auto Mode To cancel the scene setting Sport a When you want to record a fast-moving subjectSelected scene setting displays on the mode screen Scene Menu Program AEDisplay format ME COD E onDisplaying the time code on a TV during playback OU TEditing Cutting Unwanted SequencesOn the VCR to resume recording when To stop editingCutting Unwanted Se- quences Advanced Features PlaybackEditing with the DV Terminal IEEE1394 Audio Dubbing Feature Audio RecordingAdvanced Features Playback Audio Dubbing To cancel audio dubbingPress m to begin audio dubbing. Record your narration To pause audio dubbingSelecting the Audio Playback Mode AUD I OBit recording in mono Audio 1 and Audio 2 channels Bit recording in mono Audio 1 channel onlyPicture/Backlight Adjustments Adjusting the PictureAdjusting the Backlight AC K L I GHT BR I GH TE P Turning off the Confirmation SoundAppendix Setting the Camcorder to Factory Presettings Demonstration Mode Demo Mode onCancelling WatchingUseful Information Hints for Better ShootingTo protect recordings against accidental erasure Precautions when using a Mini DV cassetteMini DV Cassette Battery Pack This camcorder uses a lithium-ion type battery packCharging UseCleaning Extending battery pack lifeAC Adapter 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