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1. 4o 2 ORY ERES ELS II v 1 DELETE ALL 100 0001 no NORMAL AVSELECT eSET DELETE ALL indicator 4 Press y or A to select YES then press the centre of the Operation button To cancel the setting select NO D Press the DISPLAY button to finish the setting Notes The protected images cannot be deleted Cancel the protection setting to delete the image see page 77 e If a print order is assigned to delete protected images and you perform the procedure above the print order will cancel the protection setting will not cancel t may take several seconds to delete all images from the card Do not turn the power off while deleting images sainjeay e1auie pns 79 E Digital Still Camera Features Digital Still Camera Features Playback Print Order Available mode Card Playback The print order function allows you to add print information called DPOF to still images recorded on a card About DPOF DPOF Digital Printing Order Format defines the print information for the specific images and number of each image on memory cards In the near future you will be able to easily make prints on a DPOF compatible printer or order copies at your local print shop Note You can print an image even if no print order has been assigned Assigning Print Order to an Image 1 Card Playback mode press the DISPLAY button u
2. Control BUtLOTIS Using the Mode Screens FE Using the Menu Useful Features Camera Recording Setting the Digital Zoom Backlight Compensation BLC Galneup etie pec Fade in and Fade out Quick Return Edit Search Still Recording on Tape Digital Image Stabilization DIS Self Recording Wide Screen 16 9 Recording in LP Long Play Recording Mode onsen Selecting the 16 bit Audio Recording Mode Playback Using the Remote Control Only supplied with 1 25 Tape Playback Functions with the Remote Control Only supplied with VL Z5 Selecting the Date and Time of Recording Display ere Picture Effect Playback s Rotate Copying an Image from Tape to Card Camera Recording Manual FOCUS eie e Re 52 Returning to Auto Focus Displaying the Manual Setting Screen E White Balance 54 Manuals za 55 Mant al Setting the Camcorder to Full Auto Mode ds Scene Menu Progr
3. 2 Hold down the Lock button and set the Power switch to gt 2 Hold down the Lock button and set the Power switch to Lock button Lock button Card Camera mode Card Playback mode For recording still images on a card For playing back still images recorded on a card 1 Setthe Media Selection 4 1 Setthe Media Selection 4 switch to 3 switch to D 2 Holddownthe Lock c5 2 Hold down the Lock button and set the V button and set the Power switch to d Power switch to gt Lock button Lock button Notes To turn the power off set the Power switch to OFF without pressing the Lock button Do not change the camcorder mode by operating the Media Selection switch during recording or playback as this may cause damage to the tape or card e e 5 3 a 21 E Basic Operations Camera Recording Easy Camera Recording on Tape in Full Auto Mode Available mode Tape Camera Before you start recording perform the operations described on pages 6 through 20 to prepare your camcorder for recording Media Selection switch Basic Operations Power switch Start Stop button 1 Remove the lens cap 2 Set the Media Selection switch to s 3 Hold down the Lock button and set the Power switch to III The picture from the lens now displays an
4. 33343 1 Press V or A to select EXECUTE EU then press the centre of the Operation 2 button The DELETE indicator appears 48 59 i F GNE O DELETE 100 0004 cancel the setting select NO e If you want to delete another image repeat steps 4 to 6 7 Press the DISPLAY button to finish the setting eSET DISPLAY CANCEL Notes DELETE indicator The protected images cannot be deleted Cancel the protection setting to delete the image see page 77 Do not turn the power off while deleting an image Digital Still Camera Features E 78 Deleting Stored Images You can delete all stored images on a card in one operation Notes Deleted images cannot be restored Check whether or not you want the images before performing the procedure below f you want to keep some images on the card first delete protect them see page 77 and then perform the procedure below 1 Card Playback mode press the DISPLAY button until the mode screen appears 2 Press V or A onthe Operation button to select DELETE ALL then press the centre of the Operation button t PIC EFFECT 4 MENU DELETE ONE OJOJ DELETE Y v 3 Press V or A to select EXECUTE then press the centre of the Operation button The DELETE ALL indicator appears
5. HSI1ON3 Contents Supplied AoCeSSOrleS ben sss o eee Optional Accessory Precautions NS Operation References Part Names Warning Indicators Attaching and Removing the Battery ae 6 aita atl Bate Powering the Camcorder from an AC Outlet Inserting and Removing a Cassette Inserting and Removing a Card Pos Installing the Lithium Batteries Setting the Date and Time Using the Lens Cap Adjusting the Hand Strap Tm red 2 Using the Viewfinder Using the LCD Monitor S Camera Recording Selecting the Camcorder 21 Easy Camera Recording on Tape in Power Standby Turning on off the Backlight ae S Remaining Recording Time Display e Remaining Battery Power Display Playback 3 Volume Control m Using Earphones Commercially Available VL Z5 only 29 Adjusting the Phones Volume VL Z5 only 29 Matehingiblaybasckonralllvieee ME Basic Operations
6. f you notice dirt or static electricity clean the card with a soft dry cloth Condensation Be careful about condensation forming on the card surface which can cause malfunction f you notice beads of water on the card allow it to evaporate and dry naturally xipuaddy 93 E Appendix Appendix Battery Pack This camcorder uses a lithium ion type battery pack Charging Charge the battery pack immediately or a day before use The battery pack gradually self discharges even if stored in a fully charged state Charge the battery pack between 10 C and 30 Fully charge the battery pack Use of an insufficiently charged battery pack will shorten actual time of use Refresh discharging before charging is unnecessary Use To conserve battery power be sure to turn off the camcorder power when not in use Battery consumption may vary depending on the condition of use Recording with many starts and stops frequent zooming and recording in low temperatures will shorten actual recording times Use of a weak battery pack may cause loss of power while operating the camcorder Use a fully charged battery pack to protect both the battery pack and the unit It is recommended that you have enough battery packs on hand to handle two or three times your estimated recording time See page 22 for the approximate times of actual recording for the battery packs Battery power is
7. 0 C to 40 3096 to 80 20 to 60 82 8 mm x 82 2 mm x 101 5 mm VL Z5 485 g VL Z3 478 g without battery pack lithium battery video cassette lens cap and card co AC 110 240 V 50 60 Hz 10V 49 0 mm x 27 5 mm x 79 0 mm 125g Specifications are subject to change without notice Minimum illumination Since there is no widely accepted testing procedure for determining minimum illumination capability lux ratings are comparable only between models from the same manufacturer xipuaddy 101 E On screen Display Index Tape Camera mode p 39 WIND 44 AUDIO MODE 45 RETURN ix lt a e SETTING 2 DIS a p 26 30min AUTO Es 1 A BLC GAIN FADE MENU gt OFF SCENE MENU AYSELECT SET 30min AUTO PHONES VOL does not appear with VL Z5 only VL Z3 xipuaddy 102 Tape Playback mode S imm p 26 Es AUDIO 2 p 62 2 6 2004 10 30 APLAY vSTOP lt REW FF PLAYBACK p ROTATE PB 0 OFF DUB U DATE DISP Y AYSELECT eSET xipuaddy 103 E RETURN BI p 90 a AUTO AVSELECT SET 2 p 73 p 15
8. 7 L p 14 HERS 2 FORMAT _ 12H 24H SETTING RETURN T P xipuaddy 104 Appendix Card Playback mode aAV lt gt SELECT IMGeFULL 100 0010 SELECTINI MG_eF UI e MULTI 100 0010 mm 4Noza RE XE CUTE IC EFFECT ENU ELETE ONE P M D AYSELECT eSET 7 Qo Za Sasa aa 2 lt RE in icc zi N 105 E Note SHARP CORPORATION
9. menu item DGTL ZOOM then press the centre of the Operation button to C Example D e You can press gt instead of the centre of the Operation button 7 Press y or to select the desired menu setting 40 then press the centre of the Operation button DGTL ZOOM 1 e You can press lt instead of the centre of the Operation button e To adjust another menu item press V or A to select RETURN and press the centre of the Operation button then perform steps 5 to 7 8 Press the DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen Notes e Certain menu items are common to all camcorder modes If the BEEP menu item for example is set to OFF in Tape Camera mode it will be automatically set to OFF in other modes The menu screen automatically turns off if no settings are made within 5 minutes Items that are not selectable are greyed out Useful Features Camera Recording Setting the Digital 5 Press or A to select DGTL Zoom ZOOM then press the centre of the rud psc Operation button Available mode Tape Camera t 4 You can select three different zoom ranges 1 10 optical zoom 10 40 x digital zoom or 10 500 x digital zoom digital zoom allows you to record powerful close up pictures with the same operation as normal zooming 6 Press v or A to select 40 or 500 then press the centre of the Operation Notes button
10. Serial number 100 to 999 0001 6 Stil image Dvcoooo2 uPG Note f you copy any data incompatible with this camcorder to the card the camcorder will not be able to recognize it Caution on transferring data While transferring data the transfer indicator moves Do not execute the operations below Disconnecting the USB cable Switching the power on off Turning off the PC or setting it to Standby Removing the card Transfer indicator SBIM A RANSMITT ING Note n case of data transfer error disconnect the USB cable then connect it again or set the Power switch to OFF then set it to gt again E 84 Disconnecting the USB cable Windows Me 2000 XP 1 Close Explorer or any open applica tions 2 Click the Safely Remove Hardware or Unplug or Eject Hardware icon that appears on the task bar and choose an applicable hard drive to stop 3 Afterthe message Safe To Remove Hardware appears disconnect the USB cable Note See Windows Help for the procedure of disconnecting USB cable in detail Windows 98 1 Close Explorer or any open applica tions 2 When data is not being transferred the indicator on LCD display stays still right click on the disk drive icon which appears on explorer window to eject the disk After that disconnect the USB cable Slide Show Playback Available mode Card Playback You can automat
11. The audio is recorded in stereo on Audio 1 Audio 1 Stereo left and right sound Audio 2 No audio 16 bit audio recording The audio is recorded in stereo with the left and right sound on two separate channels Audio 1 Left sound Audio 2 Right sound In Audio Dubbing mode 12 bit audio recording The dubbed audio is recorded on Audio 2 Audio 1 Original stereo left and right sound Audio 2 Dubbed stereo left and right sound 16 bit audio recording The dubbed audio is recorded on Audio 2 over the original right sound Both dubbed and original sounds are mono Audio 1 Original left sound Audio 2 Dubbed sound Note You can select the 12 bit or 16 bit audio recording mode by performing the procedure on page 45 Audio Dubbing 1 Play back the Mini DV cassette recorded in SP mode and locate the tape position where you wish to start audio dubbing 2 Press on the Operation button to pause playback Press the DISPLAY button until the mode screen appears Press v or to select AUDIO DUB then press the centre of the Operation button D Press V or to select EXECUTE then press the centre of the Operation button e The audio dubbing screen appears PIC EFFECT AUDTO DUB 3134043 MENU v DATE DISP 1 TC0 00 00 AUDIOT 2 AUDIO DUB ASTART YSTOP CANCEL 6 Press to begin audio dubbing Record your narration To pause audio dubbing
12. The digital zoom is in addition to the optical zoom giving a combined maximum zoom DGTL ZOOM 0 range of 1 500 x As the image is enlarged digitally the 7 Press the DISPLAY button to turn off picture quality decreases when higher the menu screen digital zoom settings are used The digital zoom indicator is displayed during digital zooming 1 In Tape Camera mode press the DISPLAY button until the mode screen appears DISPLAY sanjea 1485 2 Press V or on the Operation button to select MENU then press the centre of the Operation button 3 Press v or to select EXECUTE then press the centre of the Operation Power Zoom control WI 3HIT D Z00M 25 Digital zoom indicator button 4 Press V or A to select then To use optical zoom only centre of the Operation Select OFF in step 6 above 33 E Useful Features Camera Recording Backlight 4 Press the DISPLAY button to turn off the mode screen Compensation BLC BN appears when on screen indicators are turned on indicating that Available modes the backlight compensation is now Tape Camera Card Camera working n When the subject is backlit the image will appear dark if it is recorded normally Use the backlight compensation BLC function to improve the picture The example screens shown are for Tape Camera mode AUTO 30min 1 mn Tape Camera or Card Camera
13. on card 77 Zs amp Cannot format card Contact your dealer for advise Battery pack is easily Using camcorder in extremely cold Warm up battery pack for example depleted environment in your pocket just before using it Battery pack is not fully charged Charge battery pack sufficiently p 8 Clock has been re Lithium battery is not properly in Install lithium battery properly p set stalled 12 Lithium battery is depleted Replace new lithium battery p 12 Cassette will not Power source is not properly con Connect power source properly eject nected pp 6 9 Battery pack is not charged Charge battery pack sufficiently p 8 Camcorder is recording Stop recording and try again p 23 2 No image on monitor Backlight has been turned off Turn on backlight p 24 o Call for service Adjust dioptre p 18 Inappropriate picture adjustments Adjust picture p 86 Monitor picture is hard to see Inappropriate picture adjustments Adjust picture p 86 POWER CHARGE RED indicator flashes in red when charging battery pack AC adapter or battery pack may have malfunctioned Call for service Cannot edit to con nected VCR Audio video S video cable is not properly connected Connect audio video S video cable properly p 63 xipuaddy 99 E Appendix General Symptom Remote contro does not function
14. only Audio 2 e 12 bit recording in stereo Audio 2 channel only 16 bit recording in mono right channel only 1 Playback a Mini DV cassette with dubbed audio 2 Press the DISPLAY button until the mode screen appears 3 Select MENU then EXECUTE by using the Operation button see page 32 E 62 t5 E A 6 Press v or A to select the desired Note The audio playback mode indicator 4 Press y or to select then press the centre of the Operation button Press V or to select AUDIO then press the centre of the Operation button audio playback mode then press the centre of the Operation button DICEN 1 2 7 Press the DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen The selected audio playback mode indicator only appears when the on Screen indicators are turned on mm AUDION 2 Audio playback mode indicator AUDIO displays in different colours depending on the recording mode 12 or 16 bit used for the recording being played back A white display indicates 12 bit recording mode while a green indicates 16 bit Editing Available mode Tape Playback Video editing lets you refine your videos by removing unwanted sequences from your tape or transposing one sequence with another This camcorder lets you monitor the source program on the built in LCD monitor without having to connect it to an external TV or video monitor
15. 29 E Basic Operations Basic Operations Playback Watching Playback Available modes Tape Playback Card Playback You can connect the camcorder to a TV to allow a larger audience to enjoy playback 1 Open the terminal cover on the camcorder see page 2 jo Terminal cover 2 Connect the camcorder to your TV or VCR with the supplied audio video S video cable as shown TV or VCR olo VIDEO woNo L AUDIO R S VIDEO 8 White To audio input L jack Red To audio input R jack To AV terminal The arrow shows the signal flow E 30 Note Check that the camcorder TV VCR and other equipment to be used are turned off before making any connections Picture noise or malfunction may occur if any of the above is left on while making a connection Tum on the TV and set it to the AV or VIDEO channel See the operation manual of your TV When connecting to a TV via a VCR turn on the VCR and set it to the AV or LINE input channel Operate the TV as you normally do to view the signal from the VCR See the operation manuals of your TV and VCR 4 Set the Power switch on the camcorder to gt and begin playback see page 27 Notes f your TV or VCR has only one audio input jack use the white plug for the audio connection on the TV or VCR f your TV or VCR has an S video input Socket y
16. 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 Cleaning 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 Note After cleaning close the window cleaning cover securely Closing the viewfinder with the window cleaning cover opened may cause malfunction xipuaddy 95 E Appendix Appendix Using Your Camcorder Abroad Television signal standards and electrical voltages and frequencies vary substantially from country to country When you are abroad check the sections below before using the AC adapter or connecting the camcorder to a TV Adapter Supplied Accessory The supplied AC ad
17. Possible cause REMOTE menu item is set to OFF Suggested solution Set REMOTE menu item to ON p 46 Remote control battery has run down Replace remote control battery with new one p 13 Remote control used beyond oper ating range Intense daylight falling on camcorder remote sensor Use remote control within operating range p 46 Protect remote sensor from expo sure to intense daylight p 46 Obstacle between remote control and camcorder remote sensor Remove obstacle or use remote control from different angle p 46 E007 is displayed on the screen and unable to operate normally The camcorder may be damaged Do not take out a cassette and call for service Notes This unit is equipped with a microprocessor Its performance could be adversely affected by external electrical noise or interference If this should happen turn off the power and disconnect the unit from any power sources including the lithium battery etc Then reconnect the power sources to resume operation e If the characters displayed in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor screen appear to malfunc tion disconnect the power source and remove the lithium battery then reconnect the power Source insert the lithium battery and turn the power on again The characters on the monitor should be normal Set the date and time then resume operation Appendix E 100 Sp
18. Power switch to or gt Lock button Continued on the next page 47 Preparation Preparation Closing the viewfinder Push in the viewfinder completely Notes Do not use excessive force when moving the viewfinder Do not pick up the camcorder by the viewfinder The viewfinder automatically turns off when the LCD monitor is opened If the vertical rotation of the monitor is 180 when in Tape Camera or Card Camera mode however the viewfinder is on and the subject is displayed both in the viewfinder and on the monitor see page 40 You can adjust the settings on the MENU screen through the viewfinder by using the Operation button see page 31 for use of the Operation button Be sure to close the viewfinder after use E 18 Adjusting the dioptre Adjust the dioptre according to your eyesight when the picture in the viewfinder or the characters on the on screen display is not clear 1 Pull out the viewfinder completely 2 Hold down the Lock button and set the Power switch to 3 While looking through the viewfinder turn the dioptre adjustment dial until the indicators in the viewfinder are clearly visible Dioptre adjustment dial Note For cleaning the viewfinder see page 95 Using the LCD Monitor You can use the LCD monitor to play back recordings that you have made or to watch the subject during recording Power switch LCD monitor 1 Open
19. Tape Camera Card Camera You can watch a brief demonstration of the special camcorder features in Demo mode If the demonstration appears on the screen when you turn on the camcorder for the first time cancel the Demo mode to use your camcorder Watching The example screens shown are for Tape Camera mode 1 Remove the Mini DV cassette from the camcorder see page 10 2 In Tape Camera or Card Camera mode press the DISPLAY button until the mode screen appears Press v or A onthe Operation button to select MENU then press the centre of the Operation button 4 Press 7 or A to select EXECUTE then press the centre of the Operation button 5 Press V or to select 1 then press the centre of the Operation button 6 Press y or to select DEMO MODE then press the centre of the Operation button OTHERS 1 DEFAULT REMOTE BEEP PHONES VOL OF RETURN ON 90 T Press V or A to select ON then press the centre of the Operation button DEMO MODE J 8 Set the Power switch to OFF then hold down the Lock button and set the Power switch to he demonstration begins Cancelling 1 During the demonstration press the centre of the Operation button to pause the demonstration 2 Perform step 3 to 6 in Watching then select OFF in step 7 Notes The demonstration will pause if you press the centre of the Operation button If you leave it for 60 s
20. mode press the DISPLAY button until cancel the backlight compensa the mode screen appears tion function DISPLAY Select OFF in step 3 above BLC GALN gt OFF MENU SCENE MENU v 2 Press V or A onthe Operation button to select BLC GAIN then press the centre of the Operation button Press V or to select ON FB then press the centre of the Operation button ON Es Useful Features E 34 Gain up Available modes Tape Camera Card Camera When you are recording in a dark or poorly illuminated location LIGHT is displayed on the screen Use the gain up function to record a brighter picture Note At locations where lighting is adequate LIGHT will not appear The gain up function cannot be used in this case The example screens shown are for Tape Camera mode 1 m Tape Camera or Card Camera mode press the DISPLAY button until the mode screen appears DISPLAY A OFF 0 SCENE MENU v 2 Press V or on the Operation button to select BLC GAIN then press the centre of the Operation button Press V or to select ON WD then press the centre of the Operation button ON OD 4 Press the DISPLAY button to turn off the mode screen e TPT appears when on screen indicators are turned on indicating that the gain up function is now working AUTO 30min To cancel the gain up function Selec
21. 12 bit audio recording mode For higher quality audio recording select the 16 bit audio recording mode 1 In Tape Camera mode press the DISPLAY button until the mode screen appears see page 31 2 Press or A onthe Operation button to select MENU then press the centre of the Operation button 3 Press V or A to select EXECUTE then press the centre of the Operation button 4 Press or to select then press the centre of the Operation button 5 Press V or A to select AUDIO MODE then press the centre of the Operation button W W RETURN 6 Press v or A to select 16bit then press the centre of the Operation button 15771 7 Press the DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen e The 16 bit audio recording mode indicator only appears when the on screen indicators are turned on 16 bit audio recording mode indicator To return to 12 bit audio recording mode Select 12bit in step 6 above Note When using Audio Dubbing with 16 bit audio recordings both the dubbed and original sounds will be recorded in mono see page 60 sainjeay 95 45 E Useful Features E 46 Useful Features Playback Using the Remote Operating Control Only Aim the remote control at the remote sensor supplied with VL Z5 of the camcorder and press the control buttons to operate Available modes All modes Use the remote
22. Available mode Card Camera Before using a commercially available card with this camcorder you must first have it formatted Also if any of the following warning indicators displays you will need to format your card FORMAT MEMORY CARD MEMORY CARD ERROR MEMORY CARD READ ERROR CANNOT STORE DATA Notes Formatting a card erases all stored images including delete protected images Be sure to backup important data on your computer or other media before formatting the card see pages 82 84 Do not remove the power source during formatting as this may cause damage to the camcorder or card It is recommended that you use the AC outlet for the power supply 1 Card Camera mode press the DISPLAY button until the mode Screen appears 2 Select MENU then EXECUTE by using the Operation button see page 32 3 Press V or A to select 2 then press the centre of the Operation button 4 Press y or to select FORMAT then press the centre of the Operation button HO 5 Press y or to select EXECUTE then press the centre of the Operation button To cancel formatting press V or A to select RETURN then press the centre of the Operation button EXECUTE RETURN FORMAT ALL DATA WILL BE ERASED YES AYSELECT 5 6 Press v or to select YES then press the centre of the Operation button to begin formatting The menu screen
23. BT L226 120 120 105 105 The chart specifies the approximate times in minutes Notes Charge the battery pack between 10 and 30 C The battery pack may not charge properly at temperatures too low or too high The battery pack and AC adapter become warm during charging This is not a malfunction Using the zoom see page 23 and other functions or turning the power on and off frequently will increase power consump tion This may result in a decrease in the actual recording time compared to the maximum continuous recording time listed above The charging time and recording time may vary depending on the ambient tempera ture and the condition of the battery pack See pages 94 and 95 for more information on using the battery pack Charge only SHARP model BT L226 battery packs Other types of battery packs may burst causing personal injury and damage When attaching the supplied audio video S video cable or USB cable remove the DC plug open the terminal cover and connect it Powering the 4 Insert the DC plug into the DC IN Camcorder from an jack of the camcorder AC Outlet POWER CHARGE RED indicator You can also power the camcorder from a power outlet by using the supplied AC adapter Note The supplied AC adapter is specially designed for use with this camcorder and should not be used as a power supply for other camcorders uonesedald 1 Make sure that the P
24. Camera mode the power will automati cally turn off to save battery power and to protect the tape from being damaged To resume recording set the Power switch to OFF and then back to The camcorder will make a confirmation sound when it is left in Recording Standby mode for about 4 minutes Available modes Tape Camera Card Camera Zooming allows you to move visually closer to or farther from a subject without physi cally changing your position When using the optical zoom you can enlarge the subject up to 10x Zooming in when you want to centre attention on the subject Zooming out when you want to include the surroundings Zooming in Push the Power Zoom control to the T telephoto side to get a close up view Zooming out Push the Power Zoom control to the W wide angle side to get a wide field of view 2 0 21529 E Power Zoom WI 3 7T ZOOM 3 control Zoom range indicator The zoom range indicator shows you the current zoom setting The zoom speed depends on how far you push the Power Zoom control Notes The camcorder is unable to focus when zooming in on subjects within 1 5 m See page 33 for how to use the digital zoom 23 E Basic Operations Basic Operations Camera Recording Power Standby Mode Available mode Tape Camera Power Standby mode allows you to prevent accidental recording
25. Press V To resume audio dubbing press again To cancel audio dubbing Press the centre of the Operation button in step 5 The audio dubbing screen disap pears If you wish to change the dubbed audio or dub addi tional scenes 1 Press the DISPLAY button to turn off the audio dubbing screen 2 Repeat steps 1 to 6 above Notes t is recommended that you use Audio Dubbing only with recordings made with this camcorder Use of recordings made with other digital video equipment may result in poor audio quality Audio dubbing will automatically pause if the original audio changes from 12 bit mode to 16 bit mode or vice versa Press to resume operation Audio dubbing will automatically stop if a portion recorded in LP mode or an unre corded portion of the tape is encountered You can play back the dubbed audio and the original audio together or separately see page 62 AUDIO DUB cannot be selected when the Mini DV cassette is recorded in LP mode sainjea4 61 E Advanced Features Advanced Features Playback Selecting the Audio Playback Mode Available mode Tape Playback You can select any of the following audio playback modes Audio 1 2 12 bit recording in stereo Audio 1 and Audio 2 channels 16 bit recording in stereo left and right channels Audio 1 12 bit recording in stereo Audio 1 channel only 16 bit recording in mono left channel
26. Rotate Playback The image is rotated 180 upside down E 50 To cancel Rotate Playback Press the centre of the Operation button in step 7 above Notes When executing Rotate Playback during Tape Playback playback will stop Press A to begin Rotate Playback Even if the camcorder is in Rotate Playback mode the image output via a DV connection will display as normal playback The camcorder will stop and cancel Rotate Playback when the LCD monitor is closed When you want to display the menu screen during Rotate Playback press the centre of the Operation button n Rotate Playback mode you cannot perform frame advance slow and picture effect playback or copying an image from tape to card Copying an Image 4 Press the PHOTO button to copy the image to the card from Tape to Card indicator flashes red while the image is copied Available mode Tape Playback You can capture your favourite image frame PHOTO from a video tape recording and save it on card PHOTO button Operation button 1 Insert the recorded Mini DV cassette and a card in the camcorder 2 Set the camcorder to Tape Playback mode then begin tape playback sainjeay jnjasp Press on the Operation button at the point where the desired image appears A still picture of the image appears A OP Note To cancel the still picture press A again 51 E A
27. Tips on Recording Positions To create images that are easy to watch during playback try to record with an upright posture and steady hands to prevent a shaky image Holding the camcorder Put your right hand through the hand strap and place your left hand under the camcorder for support Basic posture Shooting from a high angle Place the viewfinder eyecup firmly against your eye Turn the LCD 7 monitor so that the screen faces downward Place your elbows EE NE against your sides Shooting from a low angle Turn the LCD monitor so that the Balance your T weight on both upward legs Note Take care not to touch the microphone with your fingers during recording It will cause noise on the audio track E 20 Basic Operations Camera Recording Selecting the Camcorder Mode Media Selection switch This camcorder includes functions for use as both a video camera for recording and playing back images on tapes and as a digital still camera for recording and playing back still images on cards One of the following camcorder modes needs to be set before starting fj operation Camcorder modes Rawat switch Tape Camera mode Tape Playback mode For recording motion and still images on For playing back or editing motion and still a tape images recorded on a tape 1 Set the Media 1 Set the Media Selection om Selection switch to ss e switch to D
28. Using a cleaning tape The cleaning tape will automatically rewind after cleaning finishes p viii Video noise in image Dirty video heads Call for service or use a commer cially available cleaning tape p viii Old or worn tape Use a new cassette Playback mode No sound Using a 12 bit recording tape with AUDIO menu item set to AUDIO 2 Set the AUDIO menu item to AU DIO 1 or AUDIO 1 2 p 62 Tape does not work Still images in Card mode are rotated 180 upside down Power switch is set to Camera mode Media Selection switch is set to Card mode Set the Power switch to Playback mode p 21 Set the Media Selection switch to Tape mode p 21 Battery pack is depleted The images are recorded in self re cording with reversed grip Charge battery pack or replace it with a fully charged one pp 6 8 Transfer the data to PC pp 82 84 and rotate the images 180 back by using a commercially available edit ing software Motion images are rotated 180 upside down Improper self recording Turn on Rotate Playback p 50 Appendix E 98 Viewfinder picture is hard to see Fluorescent lamp has burned out Viewfinder dioptre is not properly adjusted Symptom Possible cause Suggested solution 8 Cannot delete image Image is delete protected Cancel the protection setting p B
29. Wait for the cassette holder to fully retract Close the compartment door by pressing its centre until it clicks into place Removing Perform step 1 above then take out the cassette Notes Do not try to close the cassette compartment door while the cassette holder is extending or retracting Be careful not to get your fingers caught in the cassette holder Do not apply force to the cassette holder except when pressing the PUSH mark to close it Do not tilt the camcorder or hold it upside down when you are inserting or removing a cassette It may damage the tape Remove the cassette if you will not use the camcorder for a long period of time f you do not correctly close the cassette holder in step 3 the cassette protection mechanism of the camcorder might eject the cassette If this happens repeat the insertion procedure Do not attempt to pick up the camcorder by the cassette compartment door If the battery power is too low you may not be able to eject the cassette Replace the battery pack with a fully charged one You can only use Mini DV cassettes Large DV cassettes cannot be used Be sure to use Mini DV cassettes with the mark See page 92 for more information on the video cassette tapes intended for use with this camcorder Inserting Removing Card You can use an SD Memory Card supplied with VL Z5 or a MultiMediaCard commer cially available for st
30. a long life and perfect performance from your SD Memory Card SDMC or MultiMediaCard MMC Information specific to one card is attached with the acronym either SDMC or MMC Precautions Be sure to insert the card in the correct direction Do not try to force the card in Store the card in its antistatic plastic case when not in use Do not disassemble or modify the card Do not strike bend or drop the card Do not allow the card to become wet Do not peel off the card label Do not attach other labels or stickers to the card Do not expose to extreme heat sources e g sunlight heating appliances Do not store in a highly humid or dusty place Do not store in a place exposed to corrosive gas Do not use in a place exposed to strong electromagnetism Protecting your images Select the write protect switch on the exterior card casing to protect your images SDMC Do not power off any devices while transfer ring data as this may destroy the data Back up your image data often to a hard disk or other permanent storage media Be aware that formatting will erase all image data stored on the card Note Sharp Corporation cannot be held liable for data that is lost through improper handling of the storage media Cleaning Be careful not to allow dirt and finger grime buildup around the card contacts Be careful about static electricity which can suddenly erase data
31. 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 e f the tape is not properly wound rewind the tape Do not drop the Mini DV cassette or subject it to excessive shocks E 92 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 Copyright Protection The digital VCR has far superior recording and playback ability than the traditional analog VCR and in order to protect digital video software copyrights a system for managing copyrights has been established Some digital video recording with prere corded copyright protection signals can sti be played back on this camcorder If you play a digital video recording that has a copyright protection signal on video equipment with a DV terminal and attemp record a copy of that software on this camcorder COPYRIGHT PROTECTED appears on the screen and the recording is disabled This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U S pat
32. by locking all operations except cancelling the mode STANDBY button Hold down the STANDBY button for more than 2 seconds when you pause record ing in Tape Camera mode The screen turns off and the STANDBY indicator lights up STANDBY STANDBY indicator To resume operation Press the STANDBY button again to return to the Recording Standby mode t takes about 2 seconds to be able to start recording Notes Power Standby will cancel and the STANDBY indicator will turn off in these situations below When the camcorder remains in Power Standby mode more than 5 minutes When the camcorder is set to Card Camera Tape Playback or Card Playback mode When removing the battery pack When removing a cassette E 24 The camcorder will turn off automatically in 5 minutes after setting Power Standby mode if it remains in Recording Standby mode after canceling Power Standby mode When Power Standby mode for example is cancelled after 3 minutes the camcorder will turn off if recording is not started within 2 minutes Turning on off the Backlight Available modes All modes You can see the on screen display outdoors on a sunny day or in a location with bright lighting even when the backlight turns off Also this function is useful when watching playback on a TV LCD LAMP button Hold down the LCD LAMP button for more than 2 seconds to turn off the backlight
33. can use this camcorder to convert from analog signal e g video recorded on 8 mm or Hi8 tapes to digital signal Preparation Connect the audio video S video cable and DV cable as shown below Recording digital equipment e g computer To DV terminal DV cable commercially available Yellow To video output jack Playback e g 8mm or Hi8 camcorder VIDEO _ wono L AUDIO R The arrow shows the signal flow Note See page 2 for how to open the terminal cover E 68 Black To S video output socket fy White To audio output L jack Red To audio output R jack analog equipment Set the camcorder to Tape Playback mode and make sure that playback is stopped 2 Press the DISPLAY button until the mode screen appears 3 Select MENU then EXECUTE by using the Operation button see page 32 Press y or A to select then press the centre of the Operation button 5 Press or A to select ANLG DGTL then press the centre of the Operation button 6 Press or A to select then press the centre of the Operation button ANLG DGTL_ 0 OF RETURN ON 7 Press the DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen 8 Press the Play button on the analog equipment Check the monitor on the digital equipment to see if the picture is being properly received 9 Press the Record button on
34. control to operate the camcorder from a distance such as when you want to record yourself in a scene or when the camcorder is connected to a TV for use as a VCR Activating The example screens shown are for Tape Playback mode 1 Press the DISPLAY button until the SLOW button 4 Press V or A to select 1 then i VOLUME DISPLAY press the centre of the Operation Que 9 L REW button button T Em PLAY MULTI T C Time 5 Press 7 or A to select REMOTE Code button then press the centre of the Operation DATE button button mode screen appears TAPE REC START STOP button 2 Press 7 or onthe Operation GARD E button to select MENU then press PAUSE STILL the centre of the Operation button tt libe frees cu D ain Press y or A to select EXECUTE 77 then press the centre of the Operation EN ae RE PLAY button button e C oz Cu ete FF button Shift buttons CARD PLAY MULTI button VOLUME buttons Advance reverse buttons Notes Be careful not to expose the remote sensor to 6 Press V or A to select ON then direct sunlight or strong interior lighting as this may prevent the remote control from press the centre of the Operation operating properly button Be sure that there are no obstacles between REMOTE ON the remote control and the remote sensor e The remote control RRMCGA149WJSA is 7 Press the DISPLAY b
35. displays when formatting finishes T Press the DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen Notes The card supplied with VL Z5 is preformatted for immediate use Use this camcorder to format a card The camcorder may not recognize the images on a card formatted by a computer or other equipment sainjeay e1auie pns 1 73 E Digital Still Camera Features Camera Recording Setting the File Numbering Method Available mode Card Camera The camcorder automatically assigns file numbers to captured images You can select two different methods of file number ing Types SERIAL Defines file numbers by incrementing up from the last image captured when inserting a new card RESET Defines a new set of file numbers when inserting a new card 1 Card Camera mode press the DISPLAY button until the mode screen appears 2 Select MENU then EXECUTE by using the Operation button see page 32 Press V or A to select then press the centre of the Operation button Press y or to select FILE NO then press the centre of the Operation button 2 RETURN Digital Still Camera Features 74 5 Press V or to select SERIAL or RESET then press the centre of the Operation button FILE NO RESET 6 Press the DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen Note When a warning indicator MAXIMUM FILE NUMBER appears on the
36. frame by frame 1 During Tape Playback press 910 the PAUSE STILL button to pause playback 2 Press the m lt il lt button e Each time you press the button the picture advances one frame forward or backward To return to normal playback press the PLAY button gt Notes The sound is off during reverse slow and frame advance playback f you use the slow or frame advance function with the tape recorded in LP mode the picture may advance several frames at a time The reverse frame advance moves about 30 frames sainjeay 95 47 E Useful Features Useful Features Playback Selecting the Date and Time of Recording Display Available modes All modes Follow the procedure below to select the date or both the date and time of recording display on the screen You can display the date and time during both recording and playback The example screens shown are for Tape Playback mode 1 Hold down the Lock button and set the Power switch to or gt 2 Press the DISPLAY button until the mode screen appears DISPLAY A DUE IG OF F AUDIO DUB MENU DATE DISP v 3 Press onthe Operation button to select DATE DISP then press the centre of the Operation button 4 Press v or to select the desired setting then press the centre of the Operation button TS E gt DATE Each time you press V or A the setting changes as shown belo
37. image NEGA The blacks and whites of the image are reversed and colours of the image are inverted The example screens shown are for Tape Playback mode 1 During Tape Playback or Card Playback press the DISPLAY button until the mode screen appears 2 Press V or on the Operation button to select PIC EFFECT then press the centre of the Operation button A 1 PIC EFFECT AUDIO DUB Y D A DATE DISP 1 3 Press or to select the desired picture effect then press the centre of the Operation button B W sainjeay jnjasp 49 E Useful Features Playback Rotate Playback Available mode Tape Playback This function allows you to play back images rotated 180 1 In Tape Playback mode press the DISPLAY button until the mode screen appears 2 Press or A onthe Operation button to select MENU then press the centre of the Operation button 3 Press V or to select EXECUTE then press the centre of the Operation button 4 Press or to select then press the centre of the Operation button D Press 7 or to select ROTATE PB then press the centre of the Operation button t 1 b 1 6 Press v or to select EXECUTE then press the centre of the Operation button e Rotate Playback indicator appears Useful Features mm AUDIOT 2 ROTATE PB Rotate Playback indicator T Press to begin
38. images of subjects 1 Set the camcorder to Tape Camera mode PHOTO 2 In Recording Standby mode press the PHOTO button fully A still image of the subject is displayed 3 Press the Start Stop button The still image of the subject will be recorded To pause recording Press the Start Stop button To cancel the still image Press the PHOTO button fully Notes Still Recording can also be used during recording by pressing the PHOTO button fully The picture quality in Still Recording function will be slightly lower than normal pictures Digital Image Stabilization DIS Available mode Tape Camera The digital image stabilization DIS function allows you to stabilize the image by electronically compensating for relatively minor image shaking that is often annoying in close up shots 1 In Tape Camera mode press the DISPLAY button until the mode screen appears 2 Press V or on the Operation button to select MENU then press the centre of the Operation button Press V or to select EXECUTE then press the centre of the Operation button 4 Press or A to select then press the centre of the Operation button 5 Press v or to select DIS then press the centre of the Operation button to 6 Press v or A to select then press the center of the Operation button L WIND RETURN 7 Press the DISPLAY button to turn off the men
39. on the Operation button return to normal playback press A again Notes The sound is off in Still mode To protect the tape the camcorder automati cally returns to normal playback if it is left in Still mode for more than 5 minutes E 28 Video Search Available mode Tape Playback The video search function makes it easy to search for a desired scene on the tape Searching for a Scene Near the Current Tape Position 1 During Tape Playback press gt gt or lt 1 on the Operation button The playback picture fast forwards or reverses 2 When you find the scene press A to return to normal playback Searching for a Scene Far from the Current Tape Posi tion 1 During fast forward or rewind in Tape Playback mode press and hold gt or lt on the Operation button The fast forward or rewind picture displays 2 Ifthe scene is still rather far from the current tape position release the Operation button to normal fast forward or rewind 3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 above until you find the scene 4 Press to begin normal playback Notes The sound is off during search You may experience picture noise during Search This is not a malfunction Using Earphones Commercially Available VL Z5 only Available modes Tape Playback Tape Camera You can monitor the sound via stereo earphones commercially available during playback or recording Stere
40. screen set FILE NO menu item to RESET then format the card see page 73 or replace the card with a new one see page 11 Digital Still Camera Features Playback Card Playback Available mode Card Playback You can play back and view still images recorded on a card on the LCD monitor Power switch Operation button 1 Set the Media Selection switch to D 2 Hold down the Lock button and set the Power switch to gt The images recorded on the card are displayed in a thumbnail format 100 0010 PAGE2 2 NORMA aAV lt gt SELECT IMGeFULL MULTI 7 8 Lock button Page number total thumbnail pages Press lt gt V or A on the Opera tion button to move the selection frame to the desired image e Each time you press lt gt V or A the selection frame moves as shown below Note Holding down or gt increases the speed of motion of the selection frame A Press the centre of the Operation button The selected image displays in full Screen Image file name 100200012 555 IMG T I Picture quality indicator Playback image number number of recordings Available Operations during Full screen Display e You can display the full screen picture of the previous or next image by pressing lt or gt e When holding down lt or gt you s
41. screen centre of the Operation button Example C GAIN ENU 5 rum AYSELECT eSET 4 DUSK v Information display off To turn off the mode screen Press the DISPLAY button Note Items that are not selectable are greyed out 31 E Useful Features Using the Menu Screens Use the menu screens to adjust the various camcorder settings Operation button Power switch DISPLAY button 1 Set to the desired camcorder mode by using the Media Selection switch and the Power switch see page 21 See pages 102 to 105 for the menu items you can select in each camcorder mode Steps 2 to 8 show how to change the DGTL ZOOM menu setting in Tape Camera mode Press the DISPLAY button until the Useful Features N Press or A onthe Operation button to select MENU then press the centre of the Operation button 4 Press 7 or to select EXECUTE then press the centre of the Operation button j Example BLC GAIN 2 FADE A KIA BATH v MENU SC SCENE MENU Note The menu screen does not appear during recording E 32 mode screen appears see page 31 5 Press 7 or to select the desired menu screen if then press the centre of the Operation button Example t5 D v e You can press instead of the centre of Operation button 6 Press v or A to select the desired
42. seconds NO The card is not inserted or is inserted improperly Check that it is MEMORY CARD properly inserted see page 11 Description of warning MEMORY CARD FULL The capacity of the card is full and cannot store any more images elete unnecessary images see page 78 or replace the card with new one see page 11 NO DATA ON he card has no images recorded in the format the camcorder can MEMORY CARD recognize MEMORY CARD ERROR FORMAT The card has not been formatted with this camcorder Format the MEMORY CARD card see page 73 The images in the card are corrupted or recorded in a format hich is not compatible with this camcorder Format the card to use it with this camcorder see page 73 PROTECTED MEMORY CARD The card is write protected see page 11 DATA You are trying to delete a protected image Cancel the protection PROTECTED setting see page 77 MEMORY CARD he selected image cannot be read by this camcorder Format the READ ERROR card to use it with this camcorder see page 73 PHOTO BUTTON R CANNOT The card cannot record any data due to a problem with the card or STORE DATA data on the card Replace the card see page 11 PLEASE USE The camcorder cannot record with the Start Stop button in Card ecording mode Press the PHOTO button see page 70 MAX I MUM The print order cannot be set to more than 999 images 999 IM
43. setting To cancel the protection setting 1 Select the image for delete protection cancellation in step 4 above 2 Press the centre of the Operation button to cancel the protection The Ga indicator disappears FY Press the DISPLAY button to finish the setting I eSET DISPLAY CAN Note Formatting a card erases all stored images including delete protected images saimjeay 2 pns 181614 77 Digital Still Camera Features Playback Deleting Stored Press lt gt V or A to select the Images image to be deleted Available mode Card Playback Deleting One Stored Image You can delete unwanted images to free up memory of a card for new images 5 Note Deleted images cannot be restored Check 5 Press the centre of the Operation whether or not you want the images before button to set the image performing the procedure below 6 Press v or A to select YES then 1 InCard Playback mode press the press the centre of the Operation DISPLAY button until the mode button to delete the image screen appears 1 2 2 Press or A onthe Operation A E button to select DELETE ONE then t an press the centre of the Operation 2 button 4 2 AEN A i 100 0003 FULL MULTI NORMAL PIC EFFECT AYSELECT SET MEN t5 95 b ENU A OR
44. the LCD monitor to a 90 angle to the camcorder body 2 Adjust the LCD monitor to an angle that allow easy viewing of the on screen picture The LCD monitor rotates 270 vertically Note Do not try to rotate the LCD monitor vertically until the monitor is completely opened e You can also fold the LCD monitor into the camcorder with the screen facing out for watching playback on the monitor Hold down the Lock button and set the Power switch to or j A picture displays on he LCD monitor uonesedald Lock button Note Battery consumption is larger when the LCD monitor is opened Use the viewfinder instead of the LCD monitor when you want to save the battery power Closing the LCD monitor Return the LCD monitor to the vertical 90 position with the screen facing in and fold it into the camcorder into place Notes Do not use excessive force when moving the LCD monitor When closing the LCD monitor do not tilt it otherwise the monitor may not close properly and may become damaged Do not pick up the camcorder by the LCD monitor Do not place the camcorder with the LCD monitor screen facing down Close the LCD monitor completely with the Screen facing in when not in use Before closing the LCD monitor make sure the battery pack is properly attached to the camcorder otherwise the monitor may be damaged 19 E Preparation Preparation
45. the digital equipment Notes The camcorder is not guaranteed to work with all digital analog equipment Contact the manufacturer of your equipment for advice f the camcorder outputs a video recording with a copyright signal the digital equipment cannot record or save it The camcorder may not convert some input video recordings properly e g discolouration picture noise muted sound depending on the input condition sainjea4 69 E Digital Still Camera Features Digital Still Camera Features Camera Recording Card Recording Available mode Card Camera You can take a still picture in the same way as you do with a standard camera and record that image on the card PHOTO button Power Zoom control Power switch Media Selection switch 1 Insert a card into the camcorder see page 11 Remove the lens cap 2 Set the Media Selection switch to C 4 Hold down the Lock button and set the Power switch to e The picture from the lens now displays Number of shots taken remaining Lock button E 70 5 Adjust the Power Zoom control to frame the subject as you desire 6 Press the PHOTO button half way down to focus on the subject The camcorder automatically focuses on the subject When it is set you will hear a sound and see gf mark then the camcorder locks the focus PHOTO a 8 Zs a 9 81 NORMAL 7 P
46. to begin playback Note f you press the Start Stop button in Tape Playback mode the mark appears and the camcorder enters Recording Standby mode If you do not intend to record press V to turn the m mark off then press to begin playback This will ensure your previous recording is not erased see pages 64 67 To stop playback Press V To turn the power off Set the Power switch to OFF without pressing the Lock button SuomeJadg 3iseg E Note The tape automatically rewinds when playback reaches the end of the tape Watching the playback in the viewfinder You can also watch the playback in the viewfinder by closing the LCD monitor with the screen facing in You cannot monitor the sound through the speaker when watching the playback in the viewfinder 27 E Basic Operations Basic Operations Playback Volume Control Available mode Tape Playback When the camcorder is in Tape Playback mode push the Volume control to the or side to increase or decrease the volume The volume level indicator will appear on the LCD screen during adjustment only Once the Volume control is released the volume level indicator will disappear shortly afterwards Volume BEEEEOOOO VOLUME control Decrease 4m Increase Still Available mode Tape Playback The still function allows you to pause in Tape Playback mode During Tape Playback press A
47. to select MANUAL SET then press the centre of the Operation button see page 53 3 Press V or to select EXECUTE then press the centre of the Operation button 4 Press V or A to select IRIS then press the centre of the Operation button FULL AUTO WHITE BAL G b IIS DC RR 2 GAIN RETURN 5 Press or A to select the desired iris value then press the centre of the Operation button wo FULL AUTO EXECUTE AN WHITE AUT b IRIS 8 GAIN AUTO e The number shown is the selected iris value The adjustment range is 15 steps from F1 8 most light to F19 least light 6 Press the DISPLAY button to turn off the MANUAL SET screen To return to Auto Iris mode Press gt in step 5 above then press the centre of the Operation button To return to Full Auto mode Set the camcorder to Full Auto mode see page 57 Note Manual Iris mode cannot be used when scene setting is selected 681110941 95 55 Useful Features Advanced Features Camera Recording Available modes Tape Camera Card Camera When recording in a dark or poorly illuminated location with Auto Gain mode the light sensitivity of the camcorder gain will be automatically adjusted and the recorded image may be brighter than the subject actually is If you want to faithfully record a dark scene in this case use the manual gain function You can also adjust the gain to record a backli
48. 2101 On screen Display Index 102 Note Before requesting service please read Troubleshooting carefully See pages 97 100 E iv Supplied Accessories Battery Audio video S video BT L226 Power cord cable CR2025 type CR1216 type lithium battery lithium battery Remote control for remote control for camcorder Lens cap A 8 MB SD Memory Card CD ROM USB cable The accessories with mark are not supplied with VL Z3 only supplied with VL Z5 Optional Accessory Standard life battery pack BT L226 Note The accessory above may not be available in selected areas v E vi Precautions Before recording an important scene please perform the recording test then playback to check if the scene was re corded properly If noise occurs use a commercially available cleaning tape to clean the video heads see page viii When the camcorder is not in use re member to remove the cassette tape turn off the power and disconnect the camcorder from the power source Do not aim the lens at the sun Do not allow direct sunlight to strike the camcorder lens whether or not recording is in progress as it may damage the CCD sensor Be particularly careful when re cording outside Avoid magnetic sources Using the camcorder near strong fluorescent lights motors televisions or other magnetic s
49. 2H then press the centre of the Operation button 12H 24H 12H Press the DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen Notes The date and time once set are internally recorded even when not displayed on the Screen The menu screen automatically turns off if no settings are made within 5 minutes Note Always attach the lens cap over the lens when not using the camcorder Fastener 15 E Preparation Adjusting the Hand Using the Grip Strap Rotate the grip 135 forward or 90 downward so that you can record images 1 Open the hand strap flap and grip easily from high or low angle see page 20 strap Preparation Hand strap flap 2 Loosen the grip strap pass your right hand through the hand strap and put your thumb close to the Start Stop button and your middle finger on the Power Zoom control Then pull the grip strap tight until it fits snugly Note The grip cannot rotate when a tripod is Seal the Velcro fasteners of the grip attached strap and the hand strap flap E 16 Detaching the Lens Using the Viewfinder Hood You can record the subject using the Before using a commercially available 27 watch conversion lens detach the lens hood as roug i shown below Viewfinder uonesedald 1 Note e You cannot attach the supplied lens hood or lens cap to a conversion lens 2 Hold down the Lock button and set the
50. AGES a iss You cannot record any image with a file number bigger than 999 MAX MUM 9999 Set FILE NO menu item to RESET see page 74 then FILE NUMBER format the card see 73 or replace the card with a new one see page 11 Formatting a card erases all stored images including delete protected images Be sure to backup important data on your computer or other media before formatting the card Note e lt indicates a flashing display S82u819Jay uoljesadg 5 E Preparation Slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow with the A mark facing out Attaching Preparation le 4 Push the battery pack in the direction of the arrow until it clicks 2 Open the LCD monitor to a 90 angle to the camcorder body E 6 Removing 1 Make sure that the Power switch is set to OFF then open the LCD monitor to a 90 angle to the camcorder body 2 Slide the battery release in the direction of the arrow Notes BEFORE REMOVING THE BATTERY PACK ALWAYS STOP RECORDING OR PLAY BACK AND TURN THE POWER OFF Removing the battery pack while shooting or during playback may damage the tape by causing it to wrap around the video head drum or destroy the card rendering it unreadable and unwritable Remove the battery pack from the camcorder if you will not use the camcorder for a long period of time Make sure that the battery pack is firmly att
51. AL DISPLAY CAMCORDER m 2 O I ANUAL m p sm sThe DN logo is trademat ED Before using the camcorder please read this operation manual carefully especially page vi OPERATION MANUAL ENGLISH WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing No objects filled with liquids such as vases should be placed on the apparatus This equipment should be used with the recommended AC adapter or battery pack CAUTION To prevent electric shocks and fire hazards do NOT use any other power source CAUTION To prevent shock do not open the cabinet No user serviceable parts inside Refer servicing to qualified dealer or service centre Important Audio visual material may consist of copyrighted works which must not be recorded without the authority of the owner of the copyright Please refer to relevant laws in your country Power supply This unit can be operated by connecting it to either the AC adapter or battery pack The AC adapter incorporates the AUTO VOLTAGE AC 110 240 V 50 60 Hz function NOTE performance of your camcorder The LCD panel of this camcorder is a very high technology product with more than 215 000 thin film transistors giving you fine picture detail Occasionally a pixel may appear on the screen as a fixed point of blue green red or black Please note that this
52. ARED m the desired setting then press the Adjustments j centre of the Operation button Available modes All modes If the picture is difficult to see due to ambient light or other factors adjust the monitor picture settings The example screens shown are for Tape Camera mode Darker Brighter Adjusting the Picture 7 Press the DISPLAY button to turn off 1 Press the DISPLAY button until the the menu screen mode screen appears Notes 2 Press V or on the Operation When adjusting the colour the picture on the LCD monitor may differ from the picture actually recorded Do not change the colour setting unless necessary This adjustment button to select MENU then press the centre of the Operation button only affects the monitor picture not the 3 Press e to ed 2 recorded age then press the centre of the Operation The viewfinder turns on if you select VF button BRIGHT 4 Press y or A to select LCD then press the centre of the Operation button 5 Press 7 or to select LCD BRIGHT LCD COLOUR or VF BRIGHT then press the centre of the Operation button E 86 Adjusting the Backlight 1 2 D Ad Press the DISPLAY button until the mode screen appears Press or A onthe Operation button to select MENU then press the centre of the Operation button Press or A to select EXECUTE then press the centre of the Operation b
53. BACKLIGHT OFF will flash for two seconds then appears on the LCD screen To turn on the backlight Press the LCD LAMP button Note The BACKLIGHT OFF mode will cancel when you close the LCD monitor Auto Focus Available modes Tape Camera Card Camera The camcorder is preset to Auto Focus mode which is designed to focus on most types of subjects In Auto Focus mode the camcorder automatically focuses on the subject in the centre of the scene Always keep the subject in the centre of the scene Notes If no subject is in the centre of the scene the focus area will expand and the subject nearest the center will be focused on Auto Focus may not work in the situations described on page 52 In these situations use the manual focus function The camcorder may not be able to focus correctly if the subject is closer than approximately 1 5 m Set the zoom control to wide angle and try refocusing again e f the lens is dirty or fogged the camcorder may not be able to focus correctly Macro Shots Available modes Tape Camera Card Camera This camcorder lets you shoot close up images of small objects such as flowers and insects or make title frames for your videos When you want to record a magnified image of a subject which is within approximately 1 5 m of the camcorder do not zoom in on it Instead zoom out all the way by pushing the Power Zoom control to the W side and then move the camcorder
54. ISPLAY button 31 Stereo microphone LCD LAMP button p 24 saguasajay uoneladg 1 Operation References USB terminal p 83 Earphones jack VL Z5 only p 29 Operation References N jack pp 8 9 inal Terminal cover 63 64 68 pp 29 30 63 64 66 68 83 Dy termina pp 66 68 Lithium battery cover p 12 Dioptre adjustment dial p 18 Tripod socket 4e When attaching a tripod with a guide pin do not attach the pin to the bottom of the camcorder Card slot cover p 11 2 Power Zoom Wide angle Window cleaning cover PHOTO button Telephoto control p 23 P 95 pp 38 51 70 VOLume control p 28 Viewfinder pp 17 1 STANDBY 24 amp POWER CHARGE Media Selection switch Tape Card mode selection Switch p 21 Sa2u819Jay uoljesadg STANDBY button RED indicator p 24 pp 8 9 22 Speaker DC IN jack cover pp 8 9 Start Stop button p 22 Power switch Camera at strap p 16 Recording mode Playback mode select switch p 21 Cassette holder p 10 Cassette compartment door release p 10 Cassette compartment door p 10 3 E Operation References Operation References Warning Indicators If a warning indicator appears on the screen follow the specified instructions D
55. Preparation Connect the camcorder to a VCR with the supplied audio video S video cable as shown Recording VCR VIDEO L AUDIO R S VIDEO TA T T T T Black To S video input socket Yellow To video input jack W White To audio input L jack Red To audio input R jack Audio video S video cable supplied terminal The arrow shows the signal flow Notes See page 2 for how to open the terminal cover e If your VCR has only one audio input jack use the white plug for the audio connection on the VCR e If your VCR has an S video input socket you do not need to connect the yellow video plug Cutting Unwanted Se quences 1 Play back the tape to be edited on the camcorder and locate the beginning and end of the sequence you wish to cut Write down the time code reading at the beginning and end of that sequence see page 59 Then rewind the tape to before the beginning of the portion that you wish to keep 2 Load a video cassette into the recording VCR Press on the camcorder to begin playback then press the Record button on the VCR to begin recording 4 Press the Pause Still button on the VCR to pause recording when the Source tape reaches the beginning of the sequence to be cut D Press the Pause Still or Record button on the VCR to resume recording when the source tape reaches the end of the sequence to be cut To stop editing Pre
56. ached during operation If it is not the battery pack may come off or camcorder operation may fail because of the poor contact pressure To prevent damage to the battery pack when removing be sure to firmly hold the battery pack while pressing the release Use only SHARP model BT L226 battery packs with this camcorder Use of other batteries may create a risk of fire or explosion Before closing the LCD monitor make sure the battery pack is properly attached to the camcorder otherwise the monitor may be damaged uonesedald 7 E Preparation 8 Preparation Charging the Battery Pack 1 Attach the battery pack on the camcorder and make sure that the Power switch is set to OFF 2 Open the DC IN jack cover 3 Connect the supplied power cord to the AC power socket on the AC adapter and insert the AC plug into a power outlet AC power socket To power outlet 4 Insert the DC plug into the DC IN jack of the camcorder The POWER CHARGE RED indicator lights up red POWER CHARGE RED The POWER CHARGE RED indicator turns off when the battery is charged 4 Remove the DC plug from the DC IN jack then remove the AC adapter from the power outlet Charging time and maximum continuous recording and playback times in Tape modes Max continuous Max Battery Charging recording time continuous ack time playback time LCD LCD on LCD closed open
57. aged Set to Auto Focus mode p 53 work Zoom used on close subject Zoom out from subject p 23 5 Subject has little contrast bright Focus manually p 52 ness or is full of horizontal or verti cal stripes Bright subject pro Occurs when shooting subject with duces wide vertical strong contrast to the background lines Does not indicate a malfunction Display automatically Camcorder is in Demo mode Set the DEMO MODE menu item to changes in Tape OFF p 90 Camera mode xipuaddy 97 E Symptom No image appears on connected TV screen Possible cause Video input channel on TV or TV channel is not selected properly Suggested solution Select video input channel or TV channel properly p 30 Audio video S video cable is not properly connected Connect audio video S video cable properly p 30 No image from an ex ternal source ap pears on the camcorder screen DV cable or audio video S video cable is not properly connected Connect DV cable or audio video S video cable properly pp 63 64 68 The cable connection does not match the S VIDEO IN menu setting Set the S VIDEO IN menu item to ON for S video connection or OFF for video connection p 65 Cannot rewind or fast forward tape Position at beginning or end of tape Rewind or fast forward tape to de sired point p 27
58. al setting except focus Also not selectable when DI displays Advanced Features Playback Using the Time Code Available modes Tape Camera Tape Playback The time code shows the hour minute and second of recording and the frame number 1 frame approx 1 25 sec This is automatically recorded along with the subject when you are recording on the tape You can display the time code on the screen as an accurate counter in both Tape Playback and Tape Camera modes Display format TC0 00 10 20 Frame number Second Minute Hour The example screens shown are for Tape Playback mode Displayed during still or frame advance playback 1 During playback or camera recording in Tape mode press the DISPLAY button until the mode screen appears 2 Select then EXECUTE by using the Operation button see page 32 Press y or A to select 2 then press the centre of the Operation button 4 Press v or A to select TIME CODE then press the centre of the Operation button 5 Press or to select ON then press the centre of the Operation button TIME CODE ON 6 Press the DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen e The time code appears when the on screen indicators are turned on TC0 10 20 AUDIO1 2 Ws Time code To turn off the time code Select OFF in step 5 above Notes When the tape reaches an unrecorded section the time code returns
59. am AE 58 Advanced Features iii E Contents Playback Advanced Features Using the Time Code 59 Audio Dubbing Feature 2 60 Selecting the Audio Playback Mode 2 62 EGU ice 63 Recording from an External Source 64 Editing with the DV Terminal IEEE1394 2 66 Using the Camcorder as a Converter Camera Recording P camera Card Recording Selecting the Picture Quality 71 Recording with the Self timer 2 72 Formatting a 2 73 Setting the File Numbering Method 74 Playback Card Playback aei erede petere d 75 Playback Zoom with the Remote Control Only supplied with 1 25 2 76 Delete Protection 277 Deleting Stored Images 2 78 Print ORndet 80 Transferring Data on Card to Computer 82 Installing the USB Driver 2 82 V Slide Show Playback 85 gt Picture Backlight Adjustments 86 Appendix Turning off the Confirmation Sound 88 Setting the Camcorder to Factory Presettings 89 Demonstration Mode 2 90 Useful Information Troubleshooting Specifications
60. apter is compatible with 50 Hz and 60 Hz electrical systems in the range of 110 V to 240 V AC Television Signal Standards In any country you can always watch the video picture by using the LCD monitor screen However if you want to watch the picture on a TV screen the TV must be PAL system compatible PAL is used in the following areas Germany United Kingdom Ireland Sweden Denmark Austria Belgium Switzerland Italy Spain Holland Finland Portugal Norway Hong Kong Thailand Australia New Zealand Singapore Kuwait China etc E 96 Troubleshooting Before calling for service please check the following troubleshooting table Symptom Possible cause Suggested solution No power Power source is not properly con Connect power source properly nected pp 6 9 Battery pack is not charged Charge battery pack sufficiently p 8 5 2 Dew camcorder Wait until dew dries p vii a Safety function is in effect Set Power switch to OFF and re move battery pack Wait for 2 sec onds then reinstall battery pack and turn on power pp 6 7 Start Stop button Erasure protect tab on video cas Close tab or use a new cassette does not work sette is open p 92 Power suddenly turns Camcorder left in Recording Set Power switch to OFF and then off Standby mode for 5 minutes in back to Camera mode Tape Camera mode 5 Auto focus does not Manual Focus mode is eng
61. battery pack has a limited service life If the period of use becomes noticeably shorter with a normal charge the battery pack is at the end of its service life Replace it with a new battery pack e f the terminals of the battery pack are dirty wipe the terminals with a soft dry cloth Extending battery pack life 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 Charge the battery pack until the POWER CHARGE RED indicator turns off Attach the battery pack to the camcorder and set the Power switch to without inserting a cassette Allow the battery power to fully discharge by leaving it on the camcorder until the camcorder power automatically turns off 3 Remove the battery pack and store it between 10 C and 20 C AC Adapter e 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
62. closer to the subject until you obtain the desired angle of view The camcorder will automatically focus on the subject when the lens is set for the widest angle SOs CL gt Power Zoom control Note When you are recording a macro shot be sure that the subject receives sufficient illumination SuoneJad 21529 25 E Basic Operations Basic Operations Camera Recording Remaining Recording Time Display Available mode Tape Camera When the camcorder is recording in Tape Camera mode an on screen indicator displays the approximate remaining tape time in minutes Remaining 30mn recording time indicator Notes The remaining recording time indicator appears when the on screen indicators are turned on The remaining recording time indicator appears 10 seconds after pressing the Start Stop button to begin recording The remaining recording time indicator only shows the approximate time left Also it varies slightly depending on the length of the tape used This function is based on the DVM60 tape standard When the remaining recording time reaches 1 minute a warning indicator will appear Prepare a new cassette Warning indicator E THE TAPE ENDS SOON Less than 1 min TAPE CHANGE THE CASSETTE The tape has reached the end TAPE END E 26 Remaining Battery Power Display Available modes All modes When using the camcord
63. consumed even when the camcorder power is turned off If you are not going to use your camcorder immediately remove the battery pack see page 7 Note Use only SHARP BT L226 battery packs These are designed specifically for use with this camcorder E 94 Storage Store the battery pac charged state Store the battery pack in a dry cool place When storing the battery pack put it in the original protective plastic bag in a fully dis Notes Improper handling of the battery pack may present a risk of fire or explosion Pay close attention to the following Do not allow metallic objects to come in contact with the terminals This can cause a short circuit Do not disassemble or repair the battery pack by yourself Do not use any battery charging equipment other than that designed for use with these battery packs Do not place the battery pack under direct sunlight or in excessively hot places over 60 such as the dashboard of cars Do not expose the battery pack to moisture or water Do not drop the battery pack or subject it to strong force Keep the battery pack out of reach of children Dispose of used battery packs promptly Do not dispose of them in fire To protect the terminals put the cover on the battery pack when it is not in use The battery pack will become warm during charging and use This is not a malfunction The
64. ct YES then press the centre of the Operation button e The Bl indicators are turned off cancel the setting select NO saimjeay pns 81 E Digital Still Camera Features Digital Still Camera Features Playback Transferring Data on Card to Computer Using the supplied USB cable you can transfer still images to a computer System Requirements Operating systems Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition Professional Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional Microsoft Windows Me Windows 98 Second Edition Microsoft Windows 98 USB termina CD ROM drive for driver installation Mouse or other pointing device Note The USB driver is not compatible with Macintosh operating systems Installing the USB Driver For installing the USB driver in Windows XP or Windows 2000 you need to log in as the System administrator 1 Tumonthe PC Do not connect the camcorder to the PC with the USB cable at this point 2 Insertthe supplied CD ROM containing the USB driver into the CD ROM drive The Setup screen will display automatically gt Setup Install Software Open Readme file Create USB Driver for backing up The example screen shown is for Windows Note When the Setup screen does not appear D select Run in Windows Start menu then 2 type R SETUP EXE and then click on the OK button e In the examp
65. d Setting the 5 Press y or A to select EXECUTE Camcorder to Full then press the centre of the Operation button Auto Mode 1 FULL AUTO EXECUTE Available modes WHITE BAL OTEN Tape Camera Card Camera IRIS AUTO AA You can set all manual settings including vo white balance iris gain but not focus to Full Auto mode in one operation 6 Press the DISPLAY button to turn off the MANUAL SET screen 1 m Tape Camera or Card Camera mode press the DISPLAY button until Note the mode screen appears You cannot select FULL AUTO when no manual settings are currently in use 2 Press or A onthe Operation button to select MANUAL SET then press the centre of the Operation button see page 53 3 Press V or A to select EXECUTE then press the centre of the Operation button a 2 HO EXECUTE AR s Hu G 5 OR GAIN 31 5 1 1 RETURN 4 Press v or to select FULL AUTO then press the centre of the Operation button Ko FEUEESAUTOS 33314143 7 BAL Y sy GAIN RETU W 57 Useful Features Advanced Features Camera Recording Scene Menu Program AE Available modes Tape Camera Card Camera You can set the camcorder to a shooting mode that will create the best results for a specific situation Just select one of the six scene settings shown below The camcorder will automatically set the exposure whi
66. d the POWER CHARGE RED indicator lights up green The camcorder is now ready to record Recording Standby mode POWER CHARGE RED indicator RED Lock button Note e If AUTO is not displayed at this time set the camcorder to Full Auto mode see page 57 22 4 Press the Start Stop button to begin recording Note Before recording an important scene please perform the recording test then playback to check if the scene was recorded properly If noise occurs use a commercially available cleaning tape to clean the video heads see page viii Maximum continuous recording and actual recording times in Tape Camera mode Max continuous Actual recording time recording time Battery pack LCD LCD LCD LCD closed open closed open BT L226 120 105 60 55 Note Using the zoom see page 23 and other functions or turning the power on and off frequently will increase power consump tion This may result in a decrease in the actual recording time compared to the maximum continuous recording time listed above To pause recording Press the Start Stop button again Record ing pauses and the camcorder enters Recording Standby mode PAUSE To turn the power off Set the Power switch to OFF without pressing the Lock button Note e f the camcorder remains in Recording Standby mode for more than 5 minutes in Tape
67. does not affect the Specifications are subject to change without notice Trademarks Microsoft and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries DPOF is a trademark of CANON INC Eastman Kodak Company Fuji Photo Film Co Ltd and Matsushita Electric Industrial Co Ltd All other brand or product names are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective holders Information for Australia New Zealand Only WARNING This Camcorder must be supplied only with DC 7 4 volts from a BT L226 battery or the AC adapter UADP A016WJZZ CAUTION As there are no user serviceable parts inside the Camcorder or AC adapter do NOT remove their cabinets as touching parts inside could result in electric shock Please refer servicing to a qualified dealer or a Camcorder service centre approved by Sharp NOTE This Camcorder is a high technology product The LCD Panel comprises 215 280 TFT Transistors Due to the high density of transistors it is possible that some pixels may fail Important Copyright may exist in material you wish to record Copying such material without permission of the relevant licensees or owners of the copyright is prohibited by law Sharp is not in a position to authorize the recording of copyright works and nothing in this operation manual should be read or implied as giving that authority
68. dvanced Features Camera Recording Manual Focus Operation button Available modes Tape Camera Card Camera Auto Focus may not be able to focus on the subject in the situations shown below In such situations set the camcorder to Manual Focus mode and focus manually DISPLAY button The example screens shown are for Tape Camera mode 1 In Tape Camera or Card Camera mode press the DISPLAY button until the mode screen appears Lack of contrast e g Subject is too dark Snow scene 2 Press v or on the Operation 292 button to select FOCUS then press the centre of the Operation button Fast moving subject T y Q z Ap 5 2 gt 2 ject has horizontal Subject is being shot through a 1 stripes dirty or wet window e gt Lp 5 3 Adjust the Power Zoom control to 00 frame the subject as you desire b d OA 4 Press v or A to focus on the Light reflects off the Two subjects at different distances subject subject overlap in the same scene s To focus on a closer subject A To focus on a more distant subject D Press the DISPLAY button to turn off the mode screen e MF appears when the on screen indicators are turned on Subject has fine repeated tances patterns appear in the centre of the scene at the same time Man
69. e The supplied CR 1216 type lithium battery is lithium battery used to store the memory of the date and time settings k 1 Make sure that the Power switch is set to OFF 2 Open the LCD monitor to a 90 angle 6 Close the lithium battery cover firmly to the camcorder body until it clicks into place 3 Slide the battery release in the direction of the arrow then take the Removing the Memory battery pack out Battery Perform steps 1 to 4 above then lift out the battery by using a pointed object such as the tip of a ballpoint pen Battery release 4 Pull out the lithium battery cover in the direction of the arrow 12 Installing the Battery to Remote Control VL Z5 only The CR 2025 type lithium battery supplied with VL Z5 is used to power the remote control unit 1 Hold the remote control facing down and pull out the battery holder while pressing the tab toward the centre Tab 2 Insertthe larger lithium battery into the battery holder with the side of the battery facing the CD side of the holder side CR 2025 type lithium battery 3 Insert the battery holder back into position Notes on the Use of the Lithium battery CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced For camcorder replace only with same or equivalent type CR1216 for remote control unit replace only with same or equivalent type CR2025 both recom mended by the equipment ma
70. e Fade Out only the centre of the Operation button 1 During camera recording in Tape Camera mode press the DISPLAY button until the mode screen appears D t BLC GAIN A N MENU Perform steps 2 and 3 in Using M SV t 1 M MENU SCENE MENU 3 Press the Start Stop button at the point where you wish to stop To cancel Fade mode N Press or A to select ON then recording press the centre of the Operation Note button Fade mode automatically cancels after Fade E 36 Out Quick Return Available mode Tape Camera If while playing back your tape you want to quickly return to the last recorded scene and start recording again use the quick return function 1 Set the camcorder to Tape Camera mode 2 1 Recording Standby mode press the DISPLAY button until the mode screen appears 3 Press v or A onthe Operation button to select MENU then press 7 8 Press or A to select START then press the centre of the Operation button e SEARCH flashes and the tape begins fast forwarding or rewinding to the end of the last recorded scene SSA ey SEARCH PLBPYVYyNNSN When the tape reaches the end of the last recorded scene FINISHED is displayed and the camcorder enters Recording Standby mode Press the DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen Notes To cancel the quick return function while SEARCH is flashing press the c
71. e centre of the Operation button DEEP 1 T Press the DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen Note f you select OFF the focus confirmation sound in Card Camera mode will turn off Setting the Camcorder to Factory Presettings Available modes All modes You can set the camcorder to the factory presettings in one operation The example screens shown are for Tape Camera mode 1 Press the DISPLAY button until the mode screen appears 2 Press V or on the Operation button to select MENU then press the centre of the Operation button Press V or A to select EXECUTE then press the centre of the Operation button 4 Press or A to select g 1 then press the centre of the Operation button 5 Press or A to select DEFAULT then press the centre of the Operation button Ea D EXECUTE REMOTE RETURN D 4 ZB E EP 2 2 PHONES VOL i DEMO MODE 1 RETURN 6 Press to select EXECUTE then press the centre of the Operation button DEFAULT AYSELECT SET 7 Press V or to select YES then press the centre of the Operation button To cancel the setting select NO 8 Press the DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen Note Even when you perform the steps above the Clock setting maintains the memory xipuaddy 89 E Appendix Appendix Demonstration Mode Available modes
72. e of the Operation button c D t FADE 1 P A A WANS 8 Press V or to select EXECUTE then press the centre of the Operation button 2 FULL AUTO EXECUTE 2 emu D DHA GAIN AUTO RETURN Notes Tape Camera and Card Camera mode do not share manual settings Items that are not selectable are greyed out 53 E Advanced Features Camera Recording White Balance Lock Available modes Tape Camera Card Camera The colour of the subject on the screen looks different depending on lighting conditions Lock the White Balance if the Auto White Balance does not work properly 1 Useful Features E 54 In Tape Camera or Card Camera mode press the DISPLAY button until the mode screen appears Press V or A on the Operation button to select MANUAL SET then press the centre of the Operation button see page 53 Press V or A to select EXECUTE then press the centre of the Operation button Press V or A to select WHITE BAL then press the centre of the Operation button 4 5 40 FULL AUTO A 2 STAIN 2 GAIN RETURN Press V or A to select LOCK WHITE BAL lt 6 Aim the lens at a white object White paper or white cloth Adjust the distance of the object so that the entire screen is white 7 Press the centre of the Operation button to set the whi
73. earch through the images on the card The search can be very fast so it is recommended that the on screen indicators turns on to display the image number To return to a thumbnail of the images press the centre of the Operation button again Notes You can also set in the mode screen to display the images in full screen or thumbnails Depending on the amount of data for the recorded image the picture quality indicator displayed during playback may not match the picture quality setting used during recording The images bigger than 640 x 480 e g images recorded on other equipment display as thumbnails not full screen Do not play back any card storing a defective image with noise and distortion created on other equipment If you mistakenly play back data on such a card set the Power switch to OFF remove and never use it with this camcorder sainjeay e1auie pns 75 E Digital Still Camera Features Digital Still Camera Features Playback Playback Zoom with 1 During Card Playback press the ZOOM T button to zoom in the Remote Control Playback zoom indicator Only supplied with VL Z5 Available mode Card Playback The playback zoom function allows you to magnify the playback picture up to 10 times its original size and shift the magnified picture by using the remote control See page 46 for use of the remote control 2 Press the Shift lt gt A or V button to shi
74. ecifications Camcorder Signal System Recording System Cassette Recording Playback Time Tape Speed Pickup Device Lens Lens Filter Diameter Monitor Built in microphone Colour Temperature Compensation Minimum Illumination Still Image Compression System Still Image Recording Format Still Image Recording Medium Power Requirement Power Consumption Operating Temperature Operating Humidity Storage Temperature Dimensions W x x D approx Weight approx AC Adapter UADP A016WJZZ Power Requirement DC Output Dimensions W x H x D approx Weight approx PAL standard 2 rotary heads helical scanning system Digital VCR Mini DV video cassette 90 minutes DVM60 LP mode SP mode 18 831 mm second LP mode 12 568 mm second 4 6 4 mm effective size 4 5 mm CCD image sensor with approx 800 000 pixels including optical black effective pixels approx 414 000 pixels 10x optical zoom lens F1 8 f 3 8 38 mm 30 mm 2 5 6 4 cm CGSilicon Electret stereo microphone Auto white balance with white balance lock lux with gain up F1 8 PEG base line conformance PEG Exif2 2 D Memory Card MultiMediaCard DC 7 4V 3 6 W during camera recording in Tape Camera mode using the viewfinder in Full Auto mode with the DIS function on 4 2 W during camera recording in Tape Camera mode using the LCD monitor in Full Auto mode with the DIS function on and backlight in normal mode
75. econds or turn the power off temporarily and then set the Power switch to O the demonstration will begin again Demonstration mode does not work in self recording with reversed grip Useful Information Hints for Better Shooting Position the subject in the centre of the scene When using auto focus whatever is in the centre of the scene is kept in focus NN mna aj 2 Position the Focus manually when subject in the you need to position centre the subject off centre see page 52 Avoid backlit subjects For the best picture shoot with the light source behind you When the background is brighter than the subject the subject often becomes too dark If you have to record in this lighting use Backlight Compensation or correct the iris value to improve the picture see pages 34 and 55 C3 Light from behind Before zooming think about how to best frame the shot Frequent zooming produces unattractive pictures It also runs down the battery more quickly When image shaking is noticeable during zoomed in telephoto shooting use a tripod or push the Power Zoom control to the W side to zoom out Horizontal panning lateral movement and tilting vertical movement should be done slowly to emphasize the wide expanse of a scene or the height of a building and to make scenes easy to watch during playback Use a wide angle setting for fast moving subjec
76. entre of Operation button twice Quick return will not work if you remove the cassette and reload it after recording or if nothing has been recorded since loading the centre of the Operation button 4 Press V or to select EXECUTE then press the centre of the Operation button D Press or to select then press the centre of the Operation button 6 Press v or to select QK RETURN then press the centre of the Operation button DGTL 700 RETURN 58101094 95 37 E Useful Features Useful Features Camera Recording Edit Search Available mode Tape Camera The edit search function lets you search without switching from Tape Camera mode to Tape Playback mode for the point on the tape where you wish to start recording next Operation button 1 Set the camcorder to Tape Camera mode 2 In Recording Standby mode press and hold down lt reverse edit search or gt forward edit search on the Operation button lt A OD V 4 o M 3 When you find the point where you want to begin recording release the button Notes The sound is off during search Forward edit search is performed at the same Speed as normal playback and reverse edit Search at 6 5 times the normal playback You may experience picture noise during reverse edit search E 38 Still Recording on Tape Available mode Tape Camera You can record continuous still
77. ents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners Use of this copyright protection technology must be autho rized by Macrovision Corporation and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited SD Memory MultiMediaCard SD Secure Digital Memory Cards and MultiMediaCards are small handy and flexible storage media used in a variety of mobile applications They are one of the smallest memory solutions available on the market This camcorder uses either an SD Memory Card or a MultiMediaCard It cannot use a SmartMedia card or Memory Stick SD Memory Card MultiMediaCard Q SmartMedia card Memory Stick media 7 An SD Memory Card has more advanced features than a MultiMediaCard including cryptographic security for copyrighted data and a selectable mechanical write protect switch The card slot on this camcorder is compatible with an SD Memory Card or MultiMediaCard An SD Memory Card and a MultiMediaCard are cross compatible Data stored on one can be easily transferred to the other Note This camcorder is verified to work properly with the following card memory types SD Memory Card 128 MB or less MultiMediaCard 64 MB or less Removable Storage Care Below are some precautions to ensure
78. er with the battery pack as the power source the remaining battery power indicator is displayed If the battery power becomes very low a warning indicator appears Replace the battery pack mm Green 1 emaining Am Green battery power 4 Red indicator BATTERY IS TOO LOW Warning indicator P 1 3 E Notes The remaining battery power indicator appears when the on screen indicators are turned on Use the remaining battery power indicator only as an approximate indication The remaining battery power indicator may change to either a higher or lower level if you set the Power switch to OFF and then back to gt In cold environments the red remaining battery power indicator may appear sooner Use of the zoom functions when the warning indicator is displayed may cause the camcorder to suddenly lose power Basic Operations Playback Tape Playback Available mode Tape Playback The LCD monitor screen functions as a handy playback monitor Nothing needs to be connected allowing instant on screen playback with the sound through the built in speaker Power switch Operation button 1 Setthe Media Selection switch to El 3 55 2 Hold down the Lock button and set the Power switch to gt Lock button Press lt or gt on the Operation button to rewind or fast forward the tape to the desired point 4 Press
79. ft the displayed image Note Playback Zoom does not work in Tape Playback mode REC START STOP ZOOM G NZ a 4 SLOW PAUSE STILL PLAY ZOOM button Shift buttons To cancel Playback Zoom Press the ZOOM W button which zooms out to the widest angle Note Use of Playback Zoom may cause a reduction in picture quality for still images E 76 Delete Protection Available mode Card Playback You can prevent your important images recorded on the card from accidental erasure 1 InCard Playback mode press the DISPLAY button until the mode screen appears 2 Press V or A on the Operation button to select PROTECT then press the centre of the Operation button D TE ONE T t MENU XU b A PROTECT ON 4331341705 1 v 3 Press V or to select EXECUTE then press the centre of the Operation button The PROTECT indicator appears PROTECT 0001 E1 2 NORMAL SET DISPLAY CANCEL PROTECT indicator 4 Press lt gt V or A to select the image for delete protection 5 Press the centre of the Operation button to set delete protection e The indicator appears Delete protection indicator 0 NO eSET DISPLAY CANCEL e f you want to protect another image repeat steps 4 to 5 6 Press the DISPLAY button to finish the
80. ically play back consecu tive still images recorded on a card at intervals of 5 seconds This is useful when confirming the data recorded on a card 1 Set the camcorder to Card Playback mode 2 Press lt gt V or A onthe Operation button to select the image from which you want to begin slide show playback 100 0003 PAGE1 2 Press the DISPLAY button until the mode screen appears 4 Press v or to select MENU then press the centre of the Operation button 5 Press V or A to select EXECUTE then press the centre of the Operation button NORMAL aAv lt gt SELECT IMGeFULL MULTI 6 Press v or A to select then press the centre of the Operation button 7 Press V or to select SLIDE SHOW then press the centre of the Operation button 8 Press v or to select EXECUTE then press the centre of the Operation button Beginning from the image selected in step 2 the recorded images will display in full screen one after another in order of recording After playing back all the images on the card once slide show playback automatically stops 9 Press the DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen To stop slide show playback During slide show playback press the centre of the Operation button sainjeay e1auie pns e610 85 E Appendix Appendix Picture Backlight 6 Press lt or amp to adjust the item to Pu P
81. isplayed for the Displayed after j first 3 seconds 3 seconds Descuptiopiotwarnibg INSERT There is no video cassette the camcorder A CASSETTE Tel Insert a cassette see page 10 EJECT THE EJECT THE The video cassette is defective and should be CASSETTE CASSETTE removed see page 10 The erasure protect tab on the video cassette CASSETTE NOT PROTECT TAB has been slid to the record protect position preventing recording see page 92 THE TAPE TAPE ENN The tape is about to end Prepare a new ENDS SOON TAFE cassette CHANGE THE TAPE END The tape has reached the end Replace it with a CASSETTE new cassette see page 10 BATTERY IS E oo The battery is almost depleted Replace it with TOO LOW 5 a fully charged battery pack see pages 6 7 Dew has formed inside the camcorder Wait a DEW ew hours for the dew dry away see page vii eas About 10 seconds after this warning appears he camcorder automatically turns off o The video heads are clogged and should be S cleaned see page viii The fluorescent lamp behind the LCD monitor is LAMP LAMP close to the end of its service life Call your local authorized Sharp dealer to have it replaced The battery is almost depleted when the i i camcorder transfers data through the USB USB red a USB a cable Use the AC adapter or fully charged battery pack as the power source see pages 6 9 84 Displayed for 5
82. le when bringing the camcorder indoors after skiing place it in a plastic bag Plastic bag Be sure to tightly seal the plastic bag containing the camcorder 2 Remove the bag when the air tem perature inside it reaches the tempera ture of the room e Dew warning feature If dew forms the word DEW flashes on the screen and the power will automati cally turn off in approximately 10 seconds If DEW flashes remove the cassette leave the cassette compartment open and wait for a few hours to allow the camcorder to acclimatise to the surrounding temperature 2 To use the camcorder again turn on the power after waiting for a few hours Be sure that DEW has disappeared Do not insert a cassette while DEW is flashing this may result in damage to the tape Since dew forms gradually it may take 10 to 15 minutes before the dew warning feature engages vii E Precautions Dirty Video Heads When the video heads have become clogged with dirt dust and tape coating particles Striped noise Mosaic noise mosaic like noise appears the playback picture see illustrations above playback pictures do not move e during playback the whole screen becomes blue Causes of video head clogging High temperature high humidity environment A lot of dust in the air e Damaged tape e Worn tape e Long time use Dew formation Usi
83. le above the CD ROM drive letter is taken as R Select the correct drive letter according to your operating environment E 82 Click the USB driver button Welcome screen appears 4 Click the Next button Information screen appears 5 Click the Next button Installation begins 6 Confirm the message on the screen and then click the Finish button to complete the installation Note f your computer gives you the option to restart you may do so 7 Inserta card that contains recorded still images into camcorder 8 Connect the camcorder to the PC with the supplied USB cable as shown below t is recommended to use the AC adapter as a power source for extended periods of use To USB terminal USB cable ied supp 9 Set the Media Selection switch to C 10 Hold down the Lock button and set the Power switch to PC will recognize the camcorder automatically saimjeay e1auie pns e610 83 E Digital Still Camera Features Digital Still Camera Features Playback Image Folders and File Names Double click the My Computer icon on the PC and find a new drive called Removable Disk F or other drive letter depending on your PC configuration Still images recorded using the camcorder are stored in files and on as shown below 71 DCIM Folder of still image files an 100SHARP Sub folder of still images
84. ly 50 more recording time with the same picture quality as that in SP Standard Play Recording mode 1 m Tape Camera mode press the DISPLAY button until the mode Screen appears DISPLAY 2 Press V or onthe Operation button to select MENU then press the centre of the Operation button 3 Press y or A to select EXECUTE then press the centre of the Operation button Press v or A to select then press the centre of the Operation button D Press V or to select TAPE SPEED then press the centre of the Operation button 1 LP 6 Press v or A to select LP then press the centre of the Operation button TAPE SPEED B 7 Press the DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen e The long play recording mode indicator only appears when the on screen indicators are turned on mm 2 LP Long play recording mode indicator To return to SP mode Select SP in step 6 above Notes on the use of LP mode e To record LP mode be sure to use a Mini DV cassette labelled for use with LP mode e Frozen images mosaic pattern picture noise audio interruptions or audio loss may occur in the following cases wWhen using a tape which is not designated for use with LP mode When a tape recorded in LP mode under high temperature conditions is played back When a tape recorded in LP mode with the camcorder is played back on a Mini DV player or camcorder from an
85. ng Recording with the Self timer Available mode Card Camera The self timer function allows you to record images after a time lag of 10 seconds This is convenient when you want to record an image of you and your friends together 1 in Card Camera mode press the DISPLAY button until the mode screen appears 2 Press or A onthe Operation button to select SELF TIMER then press the centre of the Operation button ts 3 Press y or A to select EXECUTE then press the centre of the Operation button BLC GAIN BAT MENU v SCENE MENU 9 81 NORMAL AUTO eCANCEL E 72 4 Press the PHOTO button to start the self timer The self timer operating indicator flashes while the timer counts down Self timer operating indicator PHOTO e AUTO The shutter automatically releases after 10 seconds and a still image of he subject is recorded To cancel the countdown Press the PHOTO button in step 4 To cancel the self timer Press the centre of the Operation button again in step 3 Notes When recording with the self timer stabilize the camcorder in the horizontal plane by attaching it to a tripod etc Self timer mode cancels after recording one image Repeat steps 1 to 4 to record another image with the self timer Do not turn the power off or remove the card once the self timer operating indicator begins flashing Formatting Card
86. ng a Cleaning Tape Commer cially Available Available mode Tape Playback You can clean the video head with a commercially available cleaning tape Notes Excessive use of the cleaning tape may cause damage to the video heads Please read the instructions accompanying the cleaning tape carefully before using it The fast forward and rewind functions cannot be used when the cleaning tape is in the camcorder If the video heads again become clogged with dirt soon after cleaning this might be caused by a damaged tape In this case stop using that cassette immediately 1 Insert a cleaning tape into the camcorder 2 Set the camcorder to Tape Playback mode e The video head cleaning screen appears Press onthe Operation button to begin video head cleaning NOW CLEANING flashes during If the video heads become clogged the indicator appears on the screen Contact the nearest SHARP service centre or your dealer for further advice viii cleaning CLEANING NOW CLEANING ZTTVINNNN OF 72 ASTART vSTOP e After about 20 seconds video head cleaning automatically finishes and EJECT THE CASSETTE displays 4 Remove the cleaning tape To cancel cleaning press V Operation References For details on the use of each part refer to the page number indicated in parentheses Front view Operation button p 31 Zoom lens D
87. ntil the mode screen appears 2 Select MENU then EXECUTE by using the Operation button see page 32 Press V or A to select then press the centre of the Operation button 4 Press y or to select PRI ORDER then press the centre of the Operation button CU EsESSLIDE SHOW AE A ie RETURN P A R E 80 5 Press y or to select PRI SELECT then press the centre of the Operation button The PRINT indicator appears ek lt p Yo OPRINT eSET DISPLAY CANC PRINT indicator Press lt gt V or A to select the image to which you want to assign a print order Press the centre of the Operation button then press V or A to select the number of printouts 1 through 99 can be set for the number of printouts 1 9 42 1 100 0003 PAGE1 2 NORMAL AYPRINT NUMBER SET Number of printouts 8 Press the centre of the Operation button to set the print order e The lj indicator appears W indicator E f you want to assign another print order repeat steps 6 to 8 O Press the DISPLAY button to finish the setting To cancel the print order for an image 1 3 Select the image for cancelling out of print order in step 6 above then press the centre
88. nufac turer KEEP THIS BATTERY AWAY FROM CHILDREN IF SWAL LOWED CONSULT A PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY FOR EMERGENCY TREATMENT BATTERY MAY EXPLODE IF MISUSED OR INSTALLED WITH POLARITY REVERSED DO NOT RECHARGE DISASSEMBLE OR DISPOSE OF IN FIRE uonesedald Do not short circuit recharge disassemble or heat the lithium battery Should the lithium battery leak wipe the battery compartment clean and then insert a new battery The lithium batteries will last about one year under normal usage 13 E Preparation 14 Preparation Setting the Date and Time Available modes Tape Camera Card Camera Example Setting the date to 2 June 2004 2 6 2004 and the time to 10 30 am 10 30 Operation button Power switch DISPLAY button Note Before performing the steps below make sure that the CR1216 type lithium battery has been installed see page 12 The example screens shown are for Tape Camera mode 1 Hold down the Lock button and set the Power switch to Lock button 2 Press the DISPLAY button until the mode screen appears DISPLAY CRT OFF FADE MENU SCENE MENU v Press y or A onthe Operation button to select MENU then press the centre of the Operation button to BLC GAIN FADE MENU Ss 33311 SCENE MENU Y 4 Press A or V to select EXECUTE then press the centre of the Operation button Press the centre of
89. o earphones with a 3 5 mm diameter plug can be used with this camcorder Connect the plug of stereo earphones to the earphones jack on the camcorder as shown below Earphones jack VL Z5 only Notes Before connecting stereo earphones turn the camcorder volume down to the lowest setting The built in speaker automatically turns off when stereo earphones are connected to the earphones jack Adjusting the Phones Volume VL Z5 only Available mode Tape Camera You can adjust the phones volume if sound through the earphones is difficult to hear 1 Set the Media Selection switch to then hold down the Lock button and set the Power switch to II see page 21 2 Press the DISPLAY button until the mode screen appears see page 31 3 Press or A on the Operation button to select MENU then press the centre of the Operation button 4 Press 7 or A to select EXECUTE then press the centre of the Opera tion button suonesadg 21529 D Press 7 or to select 1 then press the centre of the Operation button 4o Note PHONES VOL does not appear with VL Z3 6 Press y or A to select PHONES VOL then press the centre of the Operation button 7 Press lt or gt to adjust to the desired volume level then press the centre of the Operation button PHONES VOL Decrease Increase 8 Press the DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen
90. of the Operation button Press to select 0 then press the centre of the Operation button e The indicator disappears 5 LE 15 N AYPRINT NUMBER SET 003 Press the DISPLAY button to finish the setting W indicator E e B Assigning Print Order to AII Images 1 2 Perform steps 1 to 4 in Assigning Print Order to an Image Press V or A to select PRI ALL then press the centre of the Operation button SEE B ESLIDE SHOW PRI SELECT 4 2 RETURN PRI ALL CA PRI 2 RETURN V PRINT ALL 100 0001 NORMAL YES AYSELECT SET 3 Note e A warning indicator appears when the print order is set to more than 999 images To turn off the warning indicator press the Operation button Press or A to select YES then press the centre of the Operation button e The indicators appear and each image is set to 1 print out cancel the setting select NO To cancel the print order for all images 1 2 3 Perform steps 1 to 4 in Assigning Print Order to an Image Press V or A to select PRI NONE then press the centre of the Operation button to cancel the print order for all images t SLIDE SHOW 19 RETURN po AJI 100 0001 NORMAL ELECT eSET Press V or A to sele
91. oring still images Inserting 1 Make sure that the Power switch is set to OFF 2 Open the card slot cover Card slot cover Insert a card into the slot as shown below and push it in fully Write protect Switch Clipped corner 4 Close the card slot cover securely Removing Perform steps 1 and 2 above push the card and release slowly Then pull the card straight out as shown below uonesedald Notes You can use only the SD Memory Card or the MultiMediaCard see page 93 e The card supplied with VL Z5 is preformatted for immediate use See page 93 for more information on the cards intended for use with this camcorder Do not remove the card from the camcorder while recording data on the card 43 indicator flashes during record ing This may delete the recorded image or damage the card You cannot insert or remove the card when using a tripod About the write protect switch SD Memory Card has a write protect switch When the switch is set to the locked position you cannot record delete data or format the card Set it to the unlocked position to record delete data or format the card Back view Unlocked position Locked position 11 E Preparation Installing the Lithium 5 Insert the smaller lithium battery into the compartment with the side of Batteries the battery facing out Installing the Memory Battery L CR 1216 typ
92. other manufacturer When a tape recorded in LP mode is played back on a Mini DV player or camcorder without an LP function e Audio dubbing is not possible with LP mode recording sainjeay 95 43 E Useful Features Camera Recording Windbreak Available mode Tape Camera The windbreak function allows you to reduce annoying noise from strong winds when recording 1 m Tape Camera mode press the DISPLAY button until the mode Screen appears see page 31 2 Press V or on the Operation To cancel Windbreak Select OFF in step 6 above Note Keep the windbreak function off during normal recording If left on the recorded audio may sound somewhat muffled when played back button to select MENU then press the centre of the Operation button Press V or A to select EXECUTE then press the centre of the Operation button Press v or to select then press the centre of the Operation button press the centre of the Operation button Useful Features E b D 6 Press y or to select ON then press the centre of the Operation button WIND L 7 Press the DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen E 44 5 Press y or A to select WIND then DI RO pun AUDIO MODE WIND b RETURN ON Selecting the 16 bit Audio Recording Mode Available mode Tape Camera The camcorder normally records audio in the
93. ou do not need to connect the yellow video plug Close the terminal cover after use About the S video socket S video sockets are used to separately pass the chroma colour and luminance brightness components of video signals They serve to improve the picture quality in both recording and playback Useful Features Control Buttons Using the Mode Screens Operation button In the mode screens you can adjust the Media Selection switch camcorder settings by using the Operation button 1 Set to the desired camcorder mode by using the Media Selection switch and the Power switch see page 21 See pages 102 to 105 for the mode items you can select in each camcorder mode Power switch Steps 2 to 4 show how to change the DISPLAY button SCENE MENU setting in Tape Operation button Camera mode 2 Press the DISPLAY button until the mode screen appears DISPLAY Use the Operation button to select and set the desired setting DISPLAY button Press 7 or A onthe Operation Each time you press the DISPLAY button button to select the desired mode as Snown item SCENE MENU then press the example screens shown are tor n Camera mode centre of the Operation button z Information t display on 3 a A BLC GAIN v sanjea 1 85 Example AUTO 1 30min 4 Press y or to select the desired mode setting DUSK then press the Mode
94. ources may adversely affect re corded images Using the camcorder near a broad casting station or other powerful trans mission source may cause buzzing or picture deterioration Avoid shocks and dropping Do not drop or otherwise sub ject the camcorder to hard shocks or strong vibrations Bumping or striking the unit during recording will gener ate noise in the recorded image Avoid placing the camcorder in close proximity to lighting equipment The heat from in candescent lights may deform the camcorder or cause it to malfunction V Always respect prohibitions or restric tions on the use of electronic equipment on commercial flights or in other sensi tive areas Be aware of the temperature and humid ity You can use your camcorder at 0 C to 40 C and at 30 to 80 relative hu midity Do not store the unit in an unventilated car in the summer in direct sunlight or near strong heat sources this can result in severe damage to the unit casing and cir cuitry Avoid situations where water sand dust or other foreign matter could get on or inside the camcorder and do not use or leave your camcorder in areas with ex cessive smoke steam or moisture Such environments can cause malfunc tions or cause mil dew to form on the lenses Be sure to keep the unit in a well ventilated loca tion Some small portable tri pods be difficultto 7 attach and may not be st
95. ower switch is set to OFF 2 Open the DC IN jack cover 5 Hold down the Lock button and set the Power switch to or gt The POWER CHARGE RED indicator lights up green DC plug Notes BEFORE REMOVING THE DC PLUG ALWAYS STOP RECORDING OR PLAY BACK AND TURN THE POWER OFF Removing the DC plug while shooting or during playback may damage the tape by causing it to wrap around the video head drum or destroy the card rendering it Connect the supplied power cord to the AC power socket on the AC unreadable and unwritable adapter and insert the AC plug into e Disconnect the AC adapter from the power outlet camcorder if you will not use the camcorder P for a long period of time AC power socket AO L To power outlet 9 E Preparation E 10 Preparation Inserting and Removing a Cassette Inserting 1 Attach the power source to the camcorder then slide and hold the cassette compartment door release as you open the cassette compart ment door After confirmation sound the cassette holder extends and opens automatically Cassette compartment door release 2 Inserta commercially available Mini DV cassette fully with the window facing outwards and with the erasure protect tab facing upwards Erasure protect tab 3 Press the PUSH mark gently until the cassette holder clicks into place e The cassette holder retracts automatically 4
96. pear in this case The viewfinder does not work in self recording with reversed grip saJnjeaJ 95 41 E Useful Features Camera Recording Wide Screen 16 9 5 Available mode Tape Camera The wide screen function lets you record scenes with the wide screen feel of a movie shown in a theatre The top and bottom of the picture are masked with black bands to produce an effective screen aspect ratio of 16 9 Wide screen 6 Normal screen 7 1 In Tape Camera mode press the DISPLAY button until the mode screen appears DISPLAY TIAE WEN OFF FADE MENU SCENE MENU v Useful Features 2 Press V or A on the Operation button to select MENU then press the centre of the Operation button 3 Press V or A to select EXECUTE then press the centre of the Operation button Press y or A to select then press the centre of the Operation button E 42 Press V or A to select 16 9 then press the centre of the Operation button Press V or A to select ON then press the centre of the Operation button The picture is displayed with the top and bottom portions masked Press the DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen To return to normal screen Select OFF in step 6 above Recording in LP Long Play Recording Mode Available mode Tape Camera This camcorder allows you to record in LP Long Play Recording mode for approxi mate
97. playback source COPYRIGHT PROTECTED appears on the camcorder monitor and the recording function is disabled sainjea4 65 E Advanced Features Advanced Features Playback Editing with the DV Terminal IEEE1394 Available mode Tape Playback This camcorder can be used as a digital video editor A DV cable transfers all dubbing signals including video and audio directly to the camcorder Preparation Connect the camcorder to video equipment with a DV terminal using a commercially available DV cable To DV terminal Video equipment with DV terminal e g DV camcorder DV cable commercially available To DV terminal E 66 To Record to Video Equip ment See Cutting Unwanted Sequences on page 63 using the video equipment as the recording source Note Make sure that the video equipment to which you are recording can input dubbing signals via the DV terminal To Record from Video Equip ment 1 Set the camcorder to Tape Playback mode and insert a Mini DV cassette 2 Begin playback on the video equip ment connected to the camcorder Check the camcorder screen to see if the picture is properly received Press the Start Stop button on the camcorder e The camcorder enters Recording Standby mode 4 Press onthe Operation button to begin recording To stop recording Press V on the Operation button Cutting Unwan
98. ress the PHOTO button fully to begin recording e The indicator flashes red while data is being recorded on the card and returns to white when recording completes To record another image release the PHOTO button and make sure the picture is not frozen in the monitor then perform steps 6 and 7 Notes Recording under insufficient lighting may result in blurred images It is recommended that you use a tripod to record insufficiently illuminated subjects Recording under the light of a fluorescent mercury or sodium lamp may cause flickering in the image and depending on the timing of the shot may result in changes to colour hue in the image Set the BEEP menu item to OFF to turn off the focus locking sound Do not turn the power off or remove the card while the indicator is flashing in step 7 Selecting the Picture Quality Available mode Card Camera The picture quality of still images recorded on the card depends on the picture quality setting Select the appropriate setting to match your recording objectives Types NORMAL Records images with standard picture quality ECONOMY Allows you to take more shots than in NORMAL mode but with lower quality FINE Records images with higher quality than in NORMAL mode but with lower number of recordable images Approximate number of record able images with 8 MB SD memory card Picture quality set
99. ss V on the camcorder and press the Stop button on the VCR Notes Some of the transitions between edited sequences may be slightly off There may be picture noise during video Search or still playback This does not imply a defect in the camcorder The time code display will be recorded along with the edited sequences if the TC OUT menu item is set to ON Set to OFF before editing see page 59 saJnjea 63 E Advanced Features Advanced Features Playback Recording from an Notes See page 2 for how to open the terminal External Source cover e f the source equipment has only one audio Available mode output jack use the white plug for the audio Tape Playback connection on the source equipment The input audio will only be recorded on the left You can use this camcorder to record or channel of the tape edit videos from another source such asa Even if the source equipment has an S video VCR or TV output socket connect both the yellow video plug and S video plug Preparation Connect the camcorder to the source equipment with the supplied audio video S video cable as shown Playback VCR or TV ooo VIDEO _ ono L AUDIO R S VIDEO 1 T T Black To S video output socket Yellow To video output jack B White To audio output L jack Red To audio output R jack Audio video S video cable supplied Recording To AV
100. t OFF in step 3 above Notes You may experience some picture noise in Gain up mode which increases when the TDT appears When the DI indicator appears you may get a shadow image behind a subject that is moving around a lot Fine brightness adjustments are possible when using manual iris see page 55 DLTI indicator will disappear and Gain up mode will cancel if you aim the camcorder in a bright location sainjeay jnjasp 35 E Useful Features Useful Features Camera Recording Fade In and Fade Out 4 Press the DISPLAY button until on screen indicators appear Available mode 5 Press the Start Stop button to begin recording e The picture turns white and the image and sound fade in Tape Camera The fade function allows you to gradually bring the image and sound in or out at the beginning or end of a scene for creating scene transitions This is especially effective in creating a dramatic change in scenery Operation button 6 Press the Start Stop button at the point where you wish to stop recording e The image and sound fade out as the picture gradually turns white The camcorder then returns to Recording Standby mode Fade out Using 1 In Tape Camera mode press the DISPLAY button until the mode screen appears Select OFF in step 3 above 2 Press V or on the Operation button to at FADE then press To us
101. t subject brighter Example of use Faithfully recording a dark scene Select a smaller gain value to decrease the light sensitivity Background is too bright and subject is too dark backlit subject Select a larger gain value to increase the light sensitivity 1 m Tape Camera or Card Camera mode press the DISPLAY button until the mode screen appears 2 Press V or A on the Operation button to select MANUAL SET then press the centre of the Operation button see page 53 Press V or A to select EXECUTE then press the centre of the Operation button E 56 4 Press or to select GAIN then press the centre of the Operation button 4o FULL AUTO 2 OA LY 4 RETURN Y 5 Press V or A to select the desired gain value then press the centre of the Operation button 4o 5 FULL AUTO EXECUTE So TRIS AUTO OR iim 308 RETURN The number shown is the selected gain value The adjustment range is 7 steps from OdB lowest sensitivity to 18dB highest sensitivity Note If you select a large gain value the image may appear grainy 6 Press the DISPLAY button to turn off the MANUAL SET screen To return to Auto Gain mode Press gt in step 5 above then press the centre of the Operation button To return to Full Auto mode Set the camcorder to Full Auto mode see page 57 Note Manual Gain mode cannot be used when a scene setting is selecte
102. te balance and shutter speed to produce the optimum picture quality for the selected situation Types SPORT When you want to record a fast moving subject DUSK lt a When you want to faithfully record the red of the setting sun and the surrounding twilight SUNLIGHT When background is very bright PARTY Y When the illumination is from a spotlight or candle NIGHT LUMI amp When you want to record fireworks or an illuminated object in the dark SLOW SHUT 8 When you want to record an object in a dim place and make it emerge brightly E 58 The example screens shown are for Tape Camera mode In Tape Camera or Card Camera mode press the DISPLAY button until the mode screen appears Press V or A on the Operation button to select SCENE MENU then press the centre of the Operation button t BLC GAIN FADE ATS MENU SCENE MENU Press V or A to select the scene setting that best fits the recording situation then press the centre of the Operation button The selected scene setting displays on the mode screen Sea Dusk Press the DISPLAY button to turn off the mode screen e The selected scene setting indicator displays when the on screen indicators are turned on R Scene setting indicator To cancel the scene setting Select OFF in step 3 above Note Scene settings cannot be used when using any manu
103. te balance lock LOCK MODE will change to LOCK after pressing the centre of the Operation button e LOCK flashes during the locking procedure and stops flashing after locking the white balance Note f you move the camcorder while LOCK is flashing LOCK may not stop flashing If this occurs repeat step 7 8 Press the DISPLAY button to turn off the MANUAL SET screen To return to Auto White Balance mode Press gt in step 5 above then press the centre of the Operation button To return to Full Auto mode Set the camcorder to Full Auto mode see page 57 Note White Balance setting cannot be used when a scene setting is selected Available modes Tape Camera Card Camera The camcorder is preset to Auto Iris mode which automatically selects the optimal aperture However when there is too much contrast in brightness between the subject and background you may not be able to record a clear image In this case use the manual iris function to correct the iris value Background is too bright and subject too dark backlit subject Decrease the iris value to allow more ligh through the lens CC v Subject is too bright against background Increase the iris value to allow less light through the lens 1 m Tape Camera or Card Camera mode press the DISPLAY button until the mode screen appears 2 Press V or onthe Operation button
104. ted Sequences 1 Press to pause recording when the Source tape reaches the beginning of the sequence to be cut 2 Press to resume recording when the source tape reaches the end of the sequence to be cut Notes Make sure that the video equipment from which you are recording can output dubbing signals via the DV terminal If the video equipment is not set to playback mode or the DV cable is not properly connected NO SIGNAL is displayed on the camcorder screen If no picture or sound is input to the camcorder even if the DV cable is properly connected and you are playing back the source media from the video equipment set the Power switch on the camcorder to OFF and then back to gt or disconnect the DV cable and connect it again If a digital video recording with a copyright protection signal is used as the playback source COPYRIGHT PROTECTED appears on the camcorder monitor and the recording function is disabled see page 92 When displaying the playback picture on the PC you may find black bands around the image This is caused by the differences of the image display sizes i Link refers to the IEEE1394 1995 industry specification and extensions thereof The logo is used for products compliant with the i Link standard saJnjea 67 E Advanced Features Advanced Features Playback Using the Camcorder as a Converter Available mode Tape Playback You
105. terminal mm The arrow shows the signal flow E 64 To Record from an External Source 1 In Tape Playback mode press the DISPLAY button until the mode screen appears 2 Select MENU then EXECUTE by using the Operation button see page 32 Press V or A to select 2 then press the centre of the Operation button 4 Press V or A to select S VIDEO IN then press the centre of the Operation button ts 5 Press V or to select ON for S video connection or OFF for video connection then press the centre of the Operation button 6 Press the DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen e S VIDEO appears on the screen during a pause or Recording Standby mode when you set the S VIDEO IN menu item to ON in step 5 above T Begin playback on the source equipment connected to the camcorder Check the camcorder screen to see if the picture is properly received 8 Press the Start Stop button on the camcorder then press A to begin recording Notes To pause recording press A Press again to resume recording To operate by remote control perform steps 1 to 7 above and press the TAPE REC START STOP button then press the PAUSE STILL button II e f NO SIGNAL is displayed on the camcorder screen check that the audio video S video cable is properly connected e f a digital video recording with a copyright protection signal is used as the
106. the Operation button Press A or V to select 2 day then press the centre of the Operation button SETTING 2 K 2003 0 00 Press A or V to select 6 month then press the centre of the Operation button SETTING 2 6 TEN 0 00 Press A or V to select 2004 year then press the centre of the Operation button SETTINGS 2 6 2004 00 Press or V to select 10 hour then press the centre of the Operation button SETTING 2 6 2004 10 11 10 Press or v to select 30 minute Using the Lens then press the centre of the Operation button Attach the strap of the lens cap to the hand strap as shown below SETTING 2 6 2004 10 30 00 The internal clock now starts operating with the seconds display 11 Press the DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen Note f the date and time have been set the SETTING 1 screen sf appears in step 4 Select SETTING in the OTHERS 2 screen When attaching or removing the lens cap amp 2 using the Operation button grasp the indents on both sides of the cap uonesedald Changing to the 12 hour Time Mode 1 After performing step 10 above press V or A to select 12 24 then AL press the centre of the Operation button Indents When recording remove the lens cap and attach the lens cap cord to the fastener so that the cap will not get in the way 2 2 Press V or A to select 1
107. ting Approx number of images NORMAL 90 ECONOMY 160 FINE 50 Note The number of recordable images differs depending on the combination of picture quality settings used and the images shot 1 Card Camera mode press the DISPLAY button until the mode screen appears DISPLAY N Select MENU then EXECUTE by using the Operation button see page 32 3 Press v or A to select then press the centre of the Operation button 4 Press y or A to select REC then press the centre of the Operation button 5 OF ILE 4 5 Press V or to select the desired setting then press the centre of the Operation button ECONOMY 6 Press the DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen The selected picture quality indicator only appears when the on screen indicators are turned on 12 ECONOMY FINE 0 160 ECONOMY Note Picture quality indicator The picture quality indicator is also displayed in Card Camera mode The picture quality indicator displayed during playback is based on the amount of data for that recorded image Since the amount of data differs depending on factors such as image detail sometimes the picture quality indicator displayed during playback may not match the picture quality setting used during recording saimjeay e1auie pns e610 71 E Digital Still Camera Features Digital Still Camera Features Camera Recordi
108. to zero 0 00 00 Once recorded the time code cannot be changed You can also press the T C button on the remote control only supplied with VL Z5 to display the time code Displaying the time code on a TV during playback 1 In Tape Playback mode press the DISPLAY button until the mode screen appears 2 Select MENU then EXECUTE by using the Operation button see page 32 Press or A to select 2 then press the centre of the Operation button 4 Press or A to select TC OUT then press the centre of the Operation button 5 Press or to select ON then press the centre of the Operation button saJnjea paoueApy 6 Press the DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen 59 E Advanced Features Advanced Features Playback Audio Dubbing Feature Available mode Tape Playback You can add narration to recordings made with this camcorder while preserving the original audio and video recordings Microphone for Audio Dubbing You can use the built in stereo microphone to record narration EX Built in stereo microphone Notes Audio dubbing does not function through the DV terminal You cannot use audio dubbing with recordings made in LP mode You cannot use the built in stereo microphone for audio dubbing when the audio video S video cable is connected E 60 Audio Recording In normal recording mode 12 bit audio recording
109. tor to a 90 angle to the camcorder body and then rotate it 180 vertically E 40 Self recording with reversed Open the LCD monitor to a 90 angle grip Available mode Tape Camera Rotate the grip 90 and the LCD monitor 180 vertically so that you can record yourself while holding the grip 1 Turn the camcorder downward as shown below 2 Rotate the lens section 90 vertically as shown below to the camcorder body and then rotate it 180 vertically 4 Set the Media Selection switch to rl 5 Set the Power switch to 6 Begin recording Notes Do not rotate the monitor section to the self recording position during recording or playback During self recording the mode or menu Screen cannot be displayed All of the manual settings are set to AUTO and some other settings will set to OFF in self recording You may experience image noise when using self recording To operate self recording with reversed grip correctly make sure to turn the grip and the lens section so that the Start Stop button and the tripod socket face upward and the lens faces toward you The 4 indicator will appear Be sure that the LCD monitor rotation is exactly 180 otherwise the image recorded will be rotated 180 upside down In self recording with reversed grip in Card Camera mode the still images will be recorded rotated 180 upside down The indicator will ap
110. ts Note It may take longer to focus when zooming and panning are used frequently About PRINT Image Match ing II This product supports PRINT Image Matching II When used in combination PRINT Image Matching II enabled digital still cameras printers and software help photographers to produce images more faithful to their intentions PRINT Image Matching is a trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation xipuaddy 91 E Appendix Appendix Mini DV Cassette Precautions when using a Mini DV cassette Be sure to use only Mini DV cassettes with the mark e 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 e 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 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 repeatealy insert and eject the Mini DV cassette without running the tape
111. u screen The DIS indicator only appears when the on screen indicators are turned on DIS indicator F To cancel DIS function Select OFF step 6 above amp indicator will disappear Notes The DIS function cannot compensate for excessive image shaking When image shaking does not occur e g when using the camcorder on a tripod turn off the DIS function The picture will appear more natural when the DIS function is off sainjeay 95 39 Useful Features Camera Recording Self Recording 2 Set the Media Selection switch to or Normal self recording Set the Power switch to Available modes i ee of the Tape Camera Card Camera subject is displayed on the LCD monitor Open the LCD monitor and rotate it 180 vertically so that the screen faces the other way and the subject can monitor the shot while you are recording with the viewfinder If the camcorder is steadied you can record yourself in the scene by watching yourself on the LCD monitor The remote control only supplied with VL Z5 is useful for such occasions 4 Begin recording Notes e Use the remote control only supplied with VL Z5 to begin stop recording on tape You can play back images while the monitor is in the self recording position Set the camcorder to Tape Playback or Card Playback mode Useful Features 1 Pull out the viewfinder completely Open the LCD moni
112. ual focus indicator 4 30min Fast speed shutter being used under fluorescent ighting Note When MF is displayed you can manually adjust the focus by pressing V or A even if the focus setting screen is not displayed E 52 Returning to Auto Focus Available modes Tape Camera Card Camera You can set Manual Focus mode to Auto Focus mode with the operation below The example screens shown are for Tape Camera mode 1 m Tape Camera or Card Camera mode press the DISPLAY button until the mode screen appears 2 Press V or A on the Operation button to select AUTO FOCUS then press the centre of the Operation button 1 t SCENE MENU DN Fotus D OJAI NUTOSEOCUS 4333 113 Press V or to select EXECUTE then press the centre of the Operation button FOCUS setting returns to Auto Focus mode 4 Press the DISPLAY button to turn off the mode screen Displaying the Manual Setting Screen Available modes Tape Camera Card Camera You can manually adjust these settings as shown below in the manual setting screen White Balance see page 54 Manual Iris see page 55 Manual Gain see page 56 The example screens shown are for Tape Camera mode 1 mn Tape Camera or Card Camera mode press the DISPLAY button until the mode screen appears 2 Press 7 or on the Operation button to select MANUAL SET then press the centr
113. urdy enough to sup s port your camcorder Be sure to use only a strong stable tripod e When using your camcorder in a cold environment the LCD monitor screen of ten appears less bright immediately af ter the power is turned on This is not a malfunction To prevent the camcorder from becoming too cold wrap it in a thick cloth a blanket Dew Formation What is dew formation When cold water is poured into a glass dew drops form on the glass This clinging of water drops is called dew formation When dew forms in your camcorder Dew will gradually form on the head drum of your camcorder and make the video tape stick to the head This causes damage both to the head and the tape When dew forms recording and playback may not function properly Dew is likely to form in the following circumstances When moving the camcorder from a cold place to a warm place When placing the camcorder in a cold room which is then heated rapidly When moving the camcorder outdoors from an When placing direct path of air blowing from an air conditioner When placing camcorder in humid room air conditioned room or car he camcorder in the C 2 How to prevent trouble When using the camcorder in a place where dew is likely to form allow the camcorder and the video tape to acclimatise to the surroundings for about one hour For examp
114. utton Press V or A to select LCD then press the centre of the Operation button Press V or A to select BACK LIGHT then press the centre of the Operation button 6 Press y or to select NORMAL or BRIGHT then press the centre of the Operation button EE LB R 1 GHT NORMAL For use indoors or under moderate lighting conditions BRIGHT For use outdoors under strong lighting conditions such as bright daylight 7 Press the DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen xipuaddy 87 E Appendix Appendix Turning off the Confirmation Sound Available modes All modes A confirmation sound is made when you turn on or off the Power switch press the Start Stop button or perform other designated operations Use the procedure below to turn off the confirmation sounds The example screens shown are for Tape Camera mode 1 Press the DISPLAY button until the mode screen appears 2 Press V or on the Operation button to select MENU then press the centre of the Operation button 3 Press V or A to select EXECUTE then press the centre of the Operation button 4 Press or A to select g 1 then press the centre of the Operation button 5 Press y or A to select BEEP then press the centre of the Operation button OTHERS 1 D Fey DEFAULT N B rh PHONES VOL OFF 1 E RETURN E 88 6 Press v or A to select OFF then press th
115. utton to turn off not supplied with VL Z3 Contact the nearest theimenu screen SHARP service center or your dealer for purchasing as specified part Tape Playback Functions with the Remote Control Only supplied with VL Z5 Available mode Tape Playback You can use the following playback functions with the remote control only supplied with VL Z5 See page 46 for use of the remote control SLOW button a PLAY STOP PAUSE STILL 4 Se cte button VOLUME Advance reverse buttons CARD PLAY MULTI SHARP Reverse Playback The reverse playback function allows you to play back images in reverse During Tape Playback press the 51 Im 4I button To return to normal playback press the PLAY button gt Note e The camcorder automatically returns to normal playback if it is left in reverse playback for more than 30 minutes Slow The slow function allows you to play back images in slow motion During Tape Playback press the SLOW button Then select the tape direction using the advance reverse buttons lt I or I gt SLOW To return to normal playback press the PLAY button gt Note To protect the tape the camcorder automati cally returns to normal playback if it is left in Slow mode for more than 10 minutes Frame Advance The frame advance function allows you to play back still images
116. w DATE TIME lt DATE e A DATECDISPZ lt a aT v E 48 D Press the DISPLAY button until the date or date and time appears 2 6 2004 APLAY vSTOP FF Notes The date or date and time appears when the on screen indicators are turned on Before recording make sure that the date and time have been correctly set If they have not been set the display will be left blank when playing back the recording The display will also be left blank for unrecorded or damaged portions of the tape n Tape Playback mode the current date and time are displayed when the tape is not being played back You can also press the DATE button on the remote control only supplied with VL Z5 to display the date or date and time Picture Effect 4 Press the DISPLAY button to turn off Playback the mode screen To cancel Picture Effect Playback Available modes Tape Playback Card Playback Select OFF in step 3 above These picture effects let you play back Notes images with a more dramatic effect Video images in Picture Effect Playback mode cannot be transferred via DV cable to a Types personal computer You cannot use Picture Effect Playback with B W The picture is displayed in Slide Show Playback black and white SEPIA The picture is displayed in sepia colour similar to that of an old photograph SOLARI The contrast of the subject is enhanced creating an unique artistic

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