Configuring Software for PC Connection | Sharp VL-WD250U manual

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, Turn on the PC

Contents

Model No Serial No VL-WD250U Applies to the supplied AC adapter Thank you for purchasing this camcorder from Sharp Sharp Camcorder Specifications are subject to change without notice Should never be blocked by placing IiiPage Charging the Battery Pack Attaching the Battery PackInserting a Mini DV Cassette To stop playback Easy Camera RecordingTape Playback Zooming Vii Supplied Accessories Viii Optional Accessories Do not aim the lens at the sun Precautions PCM digital recording High horizontal resolutionDV Technology DV and conventional video cassette tapes Contents Advanced Features AppendixXii Remote sensor p Part Names Operation References Operation ReferencesPp , 56 Jack cover pp , 58 Quick Reference List On-screen Display Index Camera modeEasy mode p VCR mode AS S E T T E Preparationreparation Extending battery pack life Attaching and Removing the Battery Pack Attaching the Battery PackRemoving the Battery Pack Powering the Camcorder from an AC Outlet PreparationRemoving the DC cable from the camcorder Perform above, then take out the cassette Inserting and Removing a Mini DV CassetteInserting a Cassette Removing a Cassette Installing the Lithium Memory Battery Installing the Lithium BatteryRemoving the lithium battery Changing the Language Setting the LanguageSelecting the Language for On-screen Display Setting the Date and Time T T I NG0 0 AM Press dor yto select 24H, and then press e Changing to the 24-hour Time ModeDisplaying the Date and Time of Recording S P L AY Open the hand strap flap 1 and the grip strap Adjusting the Hand StrapUsing the Lens Cap Attaching the Shoulder Strap Using the Viewfinder Adjusting the DiopterClosing the viewfinder Closing the LCD monitor Using the LCD Monitor Maximum continuous recording and actual recording times Easy Camera Recording in Full Auto ModeTo turn the power off To pause recording Basic Operations Camera Recording Remaining Recording Time Display Remaining Battery Power Display To stop playback Volume ControlPlayback Watching the Playback in the Viewfinder About the S-video socket Watching the Playback on a Video Search StillBasic Operations Playback Operation button Using the ControlsPower switch MENU/DISPLAY button To select Easy mode, hold down Selecting the User ModeUseful Features User mode Desired menu item, then press r Using the Menu ScreensTo turn off the menu screen Press d or y 1 to select Recording in LP Long Play Recording ModeFeatures Amera Recording To return to SP mode To return to 12-bit audio recording mode To return to DIS modeTurning Off the DIS Function Setting the Digital Zoom Useful Features Camera RecordingTo use optical zoom only To cancel Gamma Brightness Compensation Gamma Brightness CompensationTo obtain a brighter picture To cancel the gain-up function Gain-upCamera mode, press the Gamma Brighter button once Night Recording Cat’s Eye To cancel Night Recording Adeon Using Fade ModeSetting Fade Mode Fade In and Fade Out Quick Return Edit SearchQK. RE T URN S E a RCH Still Recording Selecting Still Recording ModeUsing Still Recording To cancel the still image Still Recording Effect Photo Shot Using Photo Shot modeSetting a still recording effect To cancel still recording effect Macro Shots Auto Focus Using the Remote ControlInstalling the Batteries in the Remote Control Turning on the Remote Control Mode Operating the Remote Control Remo T E onPress d or y to select ON, then press e Subject is displayed Set the Power switch to CameraLetting the Subject Monitor Shot Slow Playback Functions with the Remote ControlFrame Advance Reverse Playback Displaying the time code on a TV during playback Using the Time CodeUseful Features Playback OU T After performing above, select AUTO, then press e To cancel Manual Exposure modePress e to display the exposure setting screen Manual Exposure Advanced Features Camera Recording Press e to display the focus setting screenManual Focus To cancel Manual Focus mode Press d or y 1 to focus on the subject, then press ePress e To return to Auto Shutter Speed mode Setting the Shutter Speed Recommended Shutter Speeds Tips on Using the Manual Shutter Speed White Balance Lock To cancel White Balance Lock SC E NE Menu Sport Type of Scene SettingsTo cancel the scene setting Scene Menu Program AE Digital Picture Effects Setting the Confirmation SoundsType of Confirmation Sound Settings To cancel the digital picture effect Mounting the Zoom Microphone Using the Zoom MicrophoneSelecting Zoom Microphone Mode OOM M I C AUT O To cancel Playback Zoom Playback ZoomPress the Zoom W button to zoom out to the widest angle Gamma Playback To cancel Gamma Playback PB E F F E C T WI PE Advanced Features PlaybackUsing Playback Effect Playback Effects To cancel Picture Effect Playback Picture Effect PlaybackType of Picture Effects Picture/Backlight AdjustmentsAdjusting the Backlight Adjusting the Picture Editing Cutting Unwanted SequencesTo stop editing Press d on the Operation button Recording from an External SourceTo Record from an External Source To stop recording Editing with the DV Terminal IEEE1394 To Record from Video EquipmentTo Record to Video Equipment Audio Recording Audio Dubbing FeatureNormal recording mode Audio Dubbing mode Press e to begin audio dubbing. Record your narration Audio DubbingTo pause audio dubbing To quit audio dubbing Audio ModeAUD I O Audio 1+2 System Requirements Configuring Software for PC ConnectionInstalling the Software Connecting the camcorder to a Personal Computer Using the Software Installing Adobe Acrobat ReaderSelect your print settings, then click OK Lighting Use a wide-angle setting for fast-moving subjectsUseful Information Hints for Better Shooting To protect recordings against acciden Precautions when using a Mini DV CassetteAppendix Mini DV Cassette Copyright Protection Use Battery PackThis camcorder uses a lithium-ion type battery pack Charging Dew Formation AC Adapter/Battery ChargerAppendix Replacing the Fluorescent Lamp Remove the cleaning tape To cancel cleaning, press e Using a Cleaning Tape Commer- cially AvailableCleaning Using Your Camcorder Abroad EMO MOD E on Demonstration ModeDemo Mode of F Canceling Demo Mode Symptom Possible cause Suggested solution Before Requesting Service Properly pp Service Information For the U.S Specifications Carga de la batería Colocación de la bateríaInserción de un minivideocasete DV Para detener la reproducció n Grabació n fá cil con la videocá maraEmpleo del zoom Reproducció n de cinta Modo Camera Modo fá cil FÁ CILModo VCR Mode Camera Mode facile FacileMode VCR Page Page Valid for warranty service in the U.S. only Where to Obtain Service What to do to Obtain ServiceOsaka, Japan 0P11-M-G