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Sharp VL-WD250U Configuring Software for PC Connection, System Requirements, Advanced Features

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Configuring Software for PC Connection

Turn on the PC and start up Windows.

Configuring Software for PC Connection

This camcorder can transfer still playback images in VCR mode or still images in CAM- ERA mode to a personal computer by using the optional Video Capture Software VR-PK50E.

System Requirements

•IBM PC/AT or compatible with Intelb Pentiumb 133 MHz or faster processor

•Microsoft Windowsb 95B, Windowsb 95C, Windowsb 98, Windowsb 98 Second Edition, Windowsb 2000 Professional*, or Windowsb Me operating system

•32 MB or more of RAM

•9 MB minimum of available hard-disk space

•SVGA (800 K 600 pixels) color display monitor with 16-bit color or higher

•CD-ROM drive (for installation)

•RS-232C serial port

•Mouse or other pointing device

*In the Windowsb 2000 Professional environ- ment, only the system administrator has installation access rights.

Installing the Software

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2 Insert the CD-ROM of the optional Video Capture Software VR-PK50E into the CD-ROM drive.

3 Double click on the “My Computer” icon.

4 Double click on the “CD-ROM” drive icon.

5 Double click on the “Setup.exe” file.

6 Follow the instructions as they appear on the PC monitor until the installation is complete.

7 Restart the PC.

Connecting the camcorder to a Personal Computer

1 Turn off the PC.

2 Connect the camcorder as shown below.

•Before connecting the camcorder to the PC, make sure that the PC power is off to insure that images are transferred properly.

To RS-232C port (D-sub 9-pin port)

PC connecting cable*

To PC connection jack

*Included with the optional Video Capture Software VR-PK50E.

3 Turn on the PC.

Notes:

•It is recommended to use the AC adapter/battery charger as a power source for extended periods of use.

•Images with the following functions cannot be transferred to a personal computer.

—VCR mode: Playback Zoom, Picture Effect Playback

—CAMERA mode: Digital Zoom, Digital Picture Effects, Scene Menu

•To edit still images transferred with the optional Video Capture Software, use a commercially available image editing software.

Advanced Features

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Sharp VL-WD250U Configuring Software for PC Connection, System Requirements, Installing the Software, Advanced Features

Contents

Operation References Preparation Basic Operations Useful Features MODELLIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY CAMCORDER Please read this operation manual carefully before using the VIEWCAMBATTERY DISPOSAL PRODUCT DISPOSALImportant Information for Consumers in the U.S CAUTION ON LITHIUM BATTERY MEMORY BACKUP BATTERY DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Sharp CamcorderRESPONSIBLE PARTY IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or Inserting a Mini DV Cassette Charging the Battery PackAttaching the Battery Pack Quick Operation GuideTo stop playback Easy Camera RecordingTape Playback ZoomingSupplied Accessories Extended-life Optional Accessoriesviii Standard-lifePrecautions Do not aim the lens at the sunAvoid placing the camcorder in close proximity to lighting equipment High horizontal resolution About Your CamcorderDV Technology DV and conventional video cassette tapesPlayback ContentsOperation References Preparation Basic Operations Useful Features Camera RecordingUsing the Remote Control Useful FeaturesAdvanced Features AppendixOperation References Part NamesLeft view Power source mounting surface pp. 8 Shoulder strap loop p Bottom viewDiopter adjustment Power sourceJack cover pp. 21, 58 Operation ReferencesRight view pp. 22, 56Quick Reference List VCR mode On-screen Display IndexCAMERA mode Easy mode pRE CORDA BL E Warning IndicatorsA C AS S E T T E E J E C T THEPreparation Extending battery pack lifePreparation Charging the Battery PackPreparation Attaching and Removing the Battery PackAttaching the Battery Pack Removing the Battery PackPreparation Powering the Camcorder from an AC OutletPreparation Removing the DC cable from the camcorderPreparation Inserting and Removing a Mini DV CassetteInserting a Cassette Removing a CassetteRemoving the lithium battery Installing the Lithium Memory BatteryInstalling the Lithium Battery Notes on the Use of the Lithium batteryChanging the Language Setting the LanguageSelecting the Language for the On-screen DisplayS E T T I NG Setting the Date and TimeS E T T I NG 1 2 0 0 AMD I S P L AY Displaying the Date and Time of Recording1 2 H 2 4 H 2 4 HPreparation Adjusting the Hand StrapUsing the Lens Cap Attaching the Shoulder StrapPreparation Using the ViewfinderAdjusting the Diopter Closing the viewfinderPreparation Using the LCD MonitorClosing the LCD monitor PreparationEasy Camera Recording in Full Auto Mode To turn the power offBasic Operations Camera RecordingUsing the LCD monitor Tips on Recording PositionsBasic Operations Camera Recording Shooting from a low angle Using the viewfinderRemaining Recording Time Display Remaining Battery Power DisplayWatching the Playback in the Viewfinder Volume ControlPlayback PlaybackWatching the Playback on a TV About the S-video socketBasic Operations Basic Operations Video SearchStill Basic Operations PlaybackMENU/DISPLAY button Useful FeaturesUsing the Controls Power switchUseful Features Useful FeaturesSelecting the User Mode User modeUsing the Menu Screens To turn off the menu screenUseful Features Notes on the use of LP mode Recording in LP Long PlayRecording Mode T AP E SP E E D LPTurning Off the DIS Function Selecting the 16-bit AudioDigital Image Stabilization AUD I O MODE 1 6 bitTo use optical zoom only Setting the Digital ZoomUseful Features Camera Recording DG T L ZOOM 1Useful Features To cancel Gamma Brightness CompensationGamma Brightness Compensation To obtain a brighter pictureTo obtain a brighter picture To cancel the gain-up functionGain-up Useful Features Camera RecordingUseful Features Night Recording Cat’s EyeTo cancel Night Recording Set the CAT’S EYE switch to OFFFade In and Fade Out Using Fade ModeSetting Fade Mode To cancel Fade modeUseful Features Quick ReturnEdit Search QK. RE T URN S E A RCHPHO T O SNAP S T I L L Using Still RecordingTo cancel the still image Still RecordingStill Recording Effect PHOTO SHOT Using PHOTO SHOT modeSetting a still recording effect To cancel still recording effectAuto Focus Using the Remote ControlInstalling the Batteries in the Remote Control Turning on the Remote Control ModeOperating the Remote Control REMO T E ONUseful Features Useful Features Letting the Subject Monitorthe Shot Useful Features Camera RecordingSlow Playback Functions with the Remote ControlFrame Advance Reverse PlaybackT C OU T Using the Time CodeUseful Features Playback T I ME CODE D I SP. ONAdvanced Features Advanced FeaturesTo cancel Manual Exposure mode Manual ExposureAdvanced Features Camera Recording Manual FocusAdvanced Features MANUAL To cancel Manual Focus modeAdvanced Features 8 Press eAdvanced Features Setting the Shutter SpeedTo return to Auto Shutter Speed mode Advanced Features Camera RecordingThe manual shutter speed setting cannot be used with Night Recording Tips on Using the Manual Shutter SpeedRecommended Shutter Speeds Advanced FeaturesAdvanced Features To cancel White Balance LockWhite Balance Lock Advanced Features Camera RecordingSC E NE MENU SPORT Type of Scene SettingsTo cancel the scene setting Scene Menu Program AEDigital Picture Effects Setting the Confirmation SoundsType of Confirmation Sound Settings To cancel the digital picture effectAUT O Using the Zoom MicrophoneOptional Accessory Z OOM M I CAdvanced Features To cancel Playback ZoomPlayback Zoom Advanced FeaturesTo cancel Gamma Playback Gamma PlaybackAdvanced Features Playback Effects Advanced Features PlaybackUsing Playback Effect To cancel the playback effectType of Picture Effects To cancel Picture Effect PlaybackPicture Effect Playback P I C. E F F E C T B WPicture/Backlight AdjustmentsAdjusting the Backlight Adjusting the PictureAdvanced Features EditingCutting Unwanted Sequences To stop editingAdvanced Features Playback Recording from an External SourceTo Record from an External Source To stop recordingAdvanced Features Editing with the DV Terminal IEEE1394To Record from Video Equipment To Record to Video EquipmentIn normal recording mode Audio Dubbing FeatureAudio Recording Microphone for Audio DubbingIf you wish to change the dubbed audio or dub additional scenes Audio DubbingTo pause audio dubbing To quit audio dubbingAdvanced Features ModeAUD I O Advanced Features PlaybackSystem Requirements Configuring Software for PC ConnectionInstalling the Software Connecting the camcorder to a Personal ComputerAdvanced Features Playback Using the SoftwareInstalling Adobe Acrobat Reader Opening the PDF ManualLighting AppendixUseful Information Hints for Better ShootingCopyright Protection Precautions when using a Mini DVAppendix Mini DV CassetteThis camcorder uses a lithium-ion type battery pack Battery PackCharging StorageWhat is “dew formation”? AC Adapter/Battery ChargerReplacing the Fluorescent Lamp Dew FormationDirty Video Heads Using a Cleaning Tape Commer- cially AvailableCleaning Using Your Camcorder AbroadDEMO MODE OF F Canceling Demo ModeDemonstration Mode D EMO MOD E ONPower Before Requesting ServiceSymptom Suggested solutionAppendix SymptomSuggested solution AppendixAppendix SpecificationsSERVICE INFORMATION For the U.S AC Adapter/Battery Charger UADP-0321TAZZInserción de un minivideocasete DV Guía de operación rápida en españolCarga de la batería Colocación de la bateríaPara detener la reproducció n Grabació n fá cil con la videocá maraEmpleo del zoom Reproducció n de cintaModo VCR Visualizaciones en pantalla en españ olModo CAMERA Modo fá cil FÁ CILMode VCR Affichages sur é cran en franç aisMode CAMERA Mode facile FACILEPage Page Warranty Period for this Product SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATIONSHARP CORPORATION CONSUMER LIMITED WARRANTY