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    VL-AH50H/hyou; 00/8/28/18:00 Printed in Malaysia TINSE0379T AZZ T2449-A 0P06-M-G LIQUID CR Y ST AL DISPLA Y CAMCORDER OPERATION MANUAL MODEL VL - AH50H SHARP CORPORATION SHARP ELECTRONICS (U.K.) LTD. Sharp House, Thorp Road, Newton Heath Manchester M40 5BE PAL References Preparation Basic Operations Playback Useful Features Operation Summar y Basic[...]

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    This equipment complies with the requirements of Directives 89/336/EEC and 73/23/EEC as amended by 93/68/EEC. Dieses Gerät entspricht den Anforderungen der EG-Richtlinien 89/336/EWG und 73/23/EWG mit Änderung 93/68/EWG. Ce matériel répond aux exigences contenues dans les directives 89/336/CEE et 73/23/CEE modifiées par la directive 93/68/CEE. [...]

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    VL-AH50H/tobira 2; 00/2/14/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo SPECIAL NOTE FOR USERS IN THE U.K. The mains lead of this product is fitted with a non-rewireable (moulded) plug incorporating a 3A fuse. Should the fuse need to be replaced, a BSI or ASTA approved BS 1362 fuse marked or and of the same rating as above, which is also indicated on the pin fa[...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. i-iv; 00/3/24/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo i Precautions • When the VIEWCAM is not in use, remember to remove the cassette tape, turn off the power , and disconnect the VIEWCAM from the po wer sour ce. • Do not aim the lens at the sun. Do not allow direct sunlight to strike the VIEWCAM lens or LCD monitor screen, whether or not [...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. i-iv; 00/3/24/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo ii About Y our VIEWCAM Recor ding Format Hi8 is a high-perfor mance extension of the ordinary 8 mm format. It uses advanced technology to achieve even higher resolution and picture quality . Use a video cassette with the mark for high-quality recor ding and playback, or with the mark to enj[...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. i-iv; 00/3/24/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo iii Supplied Accessories Battery pack BT -H22 AC adapter Infrared r emote control CR2025 type lithium battery Shoulder strap Lens cap AA battery for r emote control ⳯ 2 Audio/video cable Power cord Sun hood[...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. i-iv; 00/3/24/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo iv Optional Accessories Extended type battery pack BT -H32 Standard type battery pack BT -H22 Accessory shoe adapter VR-30AD Soft case T ripod adapter for 180 ° recor ding VR-33F A[...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 001-004; 00/2/14/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 1 Contents Preparation Basic Operations Operation Summary Part Names .......................................................... 3 On-screen Display Index ..................................... 5 Quick Reference Index ........................................ 6 W arning Indicators .........[...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 001-004; 00/2/14/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 2 Operations of the On-screen Contr ols Using the Control Buttons ............................... 22 Selecting the Mode/Menu Screens ................ 22 Adjusting the Menu Settings ........................... 23 Recording the Date and Time ............................ 24 Setting the Digi[...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 001-004; 00/2/14/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 3 P art Names For details on the use of each part, refer to the page number indicated in the brackets. Front vie w When the cassette compartment door is open Operation Summary T er minal cover Microphone Zoom lens Speaker VIDEO jack [ pp. 20, 53 ] DC IN jack [ pp. 9, 10 ] Shoulder strap [...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 001-004; 00/2/14/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 4 Rear view Bottom view Battery compar tment door [ p. 8 ] Operation Summary Power Zoom Wide angle/ T elephoto control [ p. 17 ] VOLume control [ p. 19 ] DISPLA Y button [ p. 22 ] Operation buttons [ p. 22 ] CHARGE indicator [ p. 9 ] MENU button [ p. 22 ] Remote sensor [ p. 41 ] LCD moni[...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 005-007; 00/3/24/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo Operation Summary Operation Summary 5 RE W P LAY STO P ST I LL FF NTE R COU - EFF. GAMA AR CH SE - GAMA RE W QK EFF PIC TE ND FADE EX - EFF S URE FO C US BA L. W H I TE EXPO TLE TI - TU RN RE - 16 9 ME NU SCENE CO U - NTER ST - ROB E ME NU TURE PIC - SET ED I T REM O T E OF F ON AUTO ME [...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 005-007; 00/3/24/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo Operation Summary 6 Quick Ref erence Inde x This index lists some example uses of the VIEWCAM’ s features. • T o record with a Hi8 tape in normal 8 mm format. —See page ii ( Recording Format) • T o recor d powerful close-up images. — See page 25 (Setting the Digital Zoom) • T[...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 005-007; 00/3/24/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo Operation Summary Operation Summary 7 W arning Indicators The video cassette is defective and should be removed (see pa ge 11 ). Dew has formed inside the VIEWCAM. Wait for a few hours until the dew disappears (see page 55 ). About 10 seconds after this warning appears, the VIEWCAM autom[...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 008-015; 00/4/6/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo Preparation 8 Inserting and Removing the Battery Pac k Inserting the Batter y P ac k 1 Make sure that the P ower s witch is set to OFF . 2 Slide the battery compar tment door release on the bottom of the VIEWCAM in the direction of the arrow to open the battery compar tment door . 3 Inser[...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 008-015; 00/4/6/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo Preparation Preparation 9 Charging the Battery P ack 1 Inser t the batter y pack into the VIEWCAM (see page 8). Make sure that the P ower s witch is set to OFF . • The battery pack will not charge when the Power switch is set to CAMERA or VCR. 2 Connect the pow er cord to the AC adapter[...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 008-015; 00/4/6/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo Preparation 10 P owering the VIEWCAM from an A C Outlet Caution: • The supplied AC adapter is specially designed for use with this VIEWCAM, and should not be used as a power supply for other camcor ders. 1 Connect the power cord to the A C adapter , then insert the AC plug into a power [...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 008-015; 00/4/6/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo Preparation Preparation 11 4 W ait f or the cassette holder to fully retract. Close the compar tment door by pressing the centre until it clicks into place. Removing a Cassette Perform step 1 above, then take out the cassette. Cautions: • Do not try to close the cassette compartment doo[...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 008-015; 00/4/6/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo Preparation 12 Installing the Lithium Memory Batter y The supplied lithium battery is used to store the memory of the date and time settings. 1 Slide the cassette compar tment door release and open the cassette compar tment door . Note: The cassette holder will extend and open when the VI[...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 008-015; 00/4/6/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo Preparation Preparation 13 Setting the Date and Time Example: Setting the date to 2 June 2001 (2. 6. 2001) and the time to 10:30 am (10:30). Note: • Check that the lithium memory battery has been installed before setting the date and time. 4 Press the 쑽 or 쒀 b utton ( C or D ) to se[...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 008-015; 00/4/6/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo Preparation 14 3 2 14 5 6 Using the Hand Strap and the Lens Cap 1 Open the hand strap flap ( Q ) and grip strap ( W ), and pass the grip strap through the loop at the end of the lens cap cord ( E ). 2 P ass y our hand through the hand strap and put your thumb close to the P ower Zoom cont[...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 008-015; 00/4/6/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo Preparation Preparation 15 Closing the Sun Hood 1 F old in both side cov ers while holding the top cov er open. 2 Close the top cov er b y gently pressing the mark down until the cov er clicks into place. Removing the Sun Hood Carefully lift the top clip up with your thumb while supportin[...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 016-018; 00/3/24/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo Basic Operations Camera Recording 16 Easy Camera Recording with Full A uto Mode Before you start recording, perform the operations described on pages 8 through 15 to prepar e your VIEWCAM for recording. 1 Remov e the lens cap (see page 14). 2 Hold down the Loc k button and slide the P o [...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 016-018; 00/3/24/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo Basic Operations Camera Recording 17 Zooming Zooming allows you to move visually closer to or farther from a subject without physically changing your position. T o Zoom In Push the Power Zoom control to the T (telephoto) side to get a close-up view ( Q ). T o Zoom Out Push the Power Zoom[...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 016-018; 00/3/24/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo Basic Operations Camera Recording 18 Remaining Recor ding Time Displa y When the VIEWCAM is recor ding in Camera mode, about 10 minutes before the tape reaches the end, an on-screen indicator displays the approximate r emaining recor ding time. Remaining Battery P o wer Displa y When usi[...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 019-021; 00/2/14/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 19 Pla yback The LCD monitor screen makes it possible to play back and see what you have just recor ded. Nothing needs to be connected, allowing instant on-screen playback with the sound through the built-in speaker . 1 Hold down the Loc k button and slide the P ower s witch to VCR. • [...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 019-021; 00/2/14/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo Basic Operations Playback 20 W atc hing the Pla yback on a TV Y ou can also connect the VIEWCAM to a TV to allow a larger audience to enjoy video playback. 1 Lift up the terminal cover on the VIEWCAM ( Q ) and rotate it to the right ( W ). 2 Connect the VIEWCAM to your TV (or VCR) with t[...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 019-021; 00/2/14/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 21 Still The still function makes it possible to pause playback. During playback, press the STILL button ( ). T o return to normal playback, press the STILL button again or press the PLA Y button ( D ). Slow The slow function makes it possible to play back images in slow motion. During p[...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 022-023; 00/2/14/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo Useful Features 22 Selecting the Mode/Menu Screens Y ou can use the mode scr eens to select various functions and the menu screens to adjust various settings. Follow the procedur e below to display the mode/menu screen with the indicator of the desired function/setting. 1 Hold down the L[...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 022-023; 00/2/14/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo Useful Features 23 Adjusting the Menu Settings Follow the procedur e below to adjust the desired menu settings. Camera mode 1 Hold down the Loc k button and slide the P o wer s witch to CAMERA. 2 Press the MENU button until appears. 3 Press the P AGE b utton ( ) to display the desired me[...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 024-041; 00/3/29/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo Useful Features 24 5 Press the  b utton to select “SELECT”. 6 Press the SET button ( B ) to select “D A TE+TIME” or “D A TE”. When “DA TE+TIME” is selected, both the date and the time are displayed and recor ded. When “D A TE” is selected, only the date is displaye[...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 024-041; 00/3/29/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo Useful Features Useful Features 25 • A “ D ” appears in fr ont of “ ZOOM ” when you push the Power Zoom control to the T (telephoto) side during the digital zoom. T o return to optical zoom Press the SET button to set the DGTL ZOOM menu item to “ OFF ” in step 2 above. SET [...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 024-041; 00/3/29/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo Useful Features 26 Digital Quick Zoom (Extend Zoom) The digital quick zoom function allows you to quickly zoom in on a subject. This is useful when you want to instantly capture a particular subject. Using Digital Quick Zoom 1 Press the MENU button until appears (Camera mode). 2 During r[...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 024-041; 00/3/29/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo Useful Features Useful Features 27 Still Recording Y ou can recor d still images of subjects with normal sound by selecting one of three still recording modes. T ype of Still Recording Modes SNAP: A still picture (snapshot) is r ecorded for 6 seconds. STILL: A continuous still image is r[...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 024-041; 00/3/29/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo Useful Features 28 Strobe Recor ding Y ou can recor d strobe images (still pictur es that capture continuous motion at 1/5 sec. intervals) of subjects with normal sound. Y ou will find it useful when you want to produce a special effect while r ecording moving subjects such as your frien[...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 024-041; 00/3/29/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo Useful Features Useful Features 29 Fade In and F ade Out The fade function allows you to gradually bring the image and sound in or out at the beginning or end of a scene to create a scene transition. This VIEWCAM features one normal and two animated fade modes. T ype of Fade Modes NORMAL[...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 024-041; 00/3/29/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo Useful Features 30 3 Press the REC ST AR T/ST OP button to begin recording. • The picture and sound fade in with the selected fade mode. 4 Press the REC ST AR T/ST OP button at the point where you wish to stop recording. • The pictur e and sound fade out as the screen gradually turns[...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 024-041; 00/3/29/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo Useful Features Useful Features 31 Edit Searc h The edit search function lets you sear ch, without switching from Camera mode to VCR mode, for the point on the tape where you wish to start recording next. 1 In Recording Standby mode, mak e sure that no Operation b utton indicators are di[...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 024-041; 00/3/29/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo Useful Features 32 Gamma Brightness Compensation When the subject is backlit, the image will be darkened if it is recorded normally . The gamma brightness compensation function improves the picture by increasing the brightness of the subject while leaving the brighter portions of the ima[...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 024-041; 00/3/29/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo Useful Features Useful Features 33 Gain-up (Cat ’ s Eye) When you are r ecording in a dark or poorly- illuminated location, “ LIGHT ” is displayed on the screen. Use the gain-up function to r ecord a brighter picture. 1 Press the MENU button until appears (Camera mode). 2 Press the[...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 024-041; 00/3/29/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo Useful Features 34 Wide Screen (16:9) The wide screen function lets you r ecord scenes with the wide-screen feel of a movie shown in a theatre. The top and bottom of the picture ar e masked with black bands to produce an effective scr een aspect ratio of 16:9. 1 Press the MENU button unt[...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 024-041; 00/3/29/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo Useful Features Useful Features 35 3 Push the P o wer Zoom control to obtain the desired angle of vie w . 4 Press the REC ST AR T button ( B ) to begin recording. T o pause recording, pr ess the REC STOP button ( B ). Cautions: • Do not rotate the monitor to the self r ecording positio[...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 024-041; 00/3/29/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo Useful Features 36 3 When the remaining recording time reaches 5 seconds, “ EXTEND ” will begin flashing. • When you want to extend the recor ding time, press the EXTEND button ( A ) within 5 seconds. Y ou may record continuously for 10 more seconds. At the end of the recor ding, t[...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 024-041; 00/3/29/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo Useful Features Useful Features 37 Setting the VIEWCAM to Full A uto Mode This VIEWCAM is equipped with auto focus, auto white balance, and auto exposure functions. For easy , high-quality camera- recording, r ecor d subjects in Full Auto mode. If “ AUTO ” is not displayed even when [...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 024-041; 00/3/29/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo Useful Features 38 3 Press the REW ( C ) (or FF [ B ]) button. • The tape rewinds (or fast for wards) to the beginning of a scene immediately before (or after) the current tape position; playback then starts automatically . 4 T o continue searching, press the REW (or FF) button while ?[...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 024-041; 00/3/29/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo Useful Features Useful Features 39 T ape Counter Feature The tape counter shows elapsed playback or recording time in hours, minutes and seconds. (The counter continues to count internally even while it is not being displayed.) This feature can be set and used in both VCR and Camera mode[...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 024-041; 00/3/29/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo Useful Features 40 Using the Counter Memory Use the counter memory feature when you want to return to the beginning of a particular scene. The position where the counter was reset (0:00.00) is stored in memory to make it easier to return to that point on the tape. VCR mode 1 During playb[...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 024-041; 00/3/29/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo Useful Features Useful Features 41 Using the Remote Control Use the remote contr ol to operate the VIEW- CAM from a distance, such as when you want to record yourself in a scene, or when the VIEWCAM is connected to a TV for use as a VCR. Installing the Batteries in the Remote Control 1 O[...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 042-051; 00/3/24/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo Advanced Features 42 T o cancel the digital picture effect Select “PIC. EFF .” in step 2 above. Notes: • Digital picture effects cannot be selected when a still image is display ed. • The STRETCH and SLIM EFF . picture eff ects cannot be used with the digital zoom or Digital Quic[...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 042-051; 00/3/24/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo Adv anced Features Advanced Features 43 Scene Menu (Program AE) Y ou can set the VIEWCAM to the shooting mode that will create the best results for a specific type of shooting situation. Just select one of the four scene settings shown below . The VIEWCAM will automatically set the expos[...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 042-051; 00/3/24/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo Advanced Features 44 3 Press the  or  b utton ( Q ) to select the desired title, then press the SET button ( B ) ( W ) to superimpose it. Notes: • If you wish to cancel the title selection screen without setting the title, press the EXIT button (  ) instead of the SET button. [...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 042-051; 00/3/24/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo Adv anced Features Advanced Features 45 Changing the Preset Titles Y ou can make a new title of your own by changing any of the eight preset titles. The maximum number of title characters is fifteen. Example: Changing “WEDDING DA Y” to “IN HA W AII”. 1 Press the MENU button until[...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 042-051; 00/3/24/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo Advanced Features 46 1 In Recording Standby mode, press the MENU button until appears. 2 Press the FOCUS button ( D ) to set the VIEWCAM to Manual F ocus mode ( “ MAN ’ L FOCUS ” ). 3 Push the P o wer Zoom control to fr ame the subject as you desire . 4 Press the F ( C ) or N ( B )[...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 042-051; 00/3/24/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo Adv anced Features Advanced Features 47 White Balance Lock The colour of the subject on the screen tends to look different depending on the lighting condition. The VIEWCAM is preset to Auto White Balance mode, which automatically adjusts the hue of the picture for the current lighting co[...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 042-051; 00/3/24/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo Advanced Features 48 Manual Exposure The VIEWCAM is preset to Auto Exposure mode, which automatically chooses the optimal aperture. When there is too much contrast in brightness between the subject and background, however , you may not be able to record a clear image. In this case, use t[...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 042-051; 00/3/24/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo Adv anced Features Advanced Features 49 Digital Dual Picture This function allows you to record two images on one screen using one of two modes, Picture-in-Pictur e or Title Screen. Note: • The functions below cannot be used together with Digital Dual Picture: —STRETCH and SLIM EFF .[...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 042-051; 00/3/24/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo Advanced Features 50 • T o put the title screen at the top of the screen, pr ess the SELECT ( ) button. T o return the title screen to the bottom of the screen, pr ess the SELECT ( ) button again. 3 Adjust the P o wer Zoom control to frame the subject you w ant to record on the title s[...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 042-051; 00/3/24/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo Adv anced Features Advanced Features 51 Picture/Bac klight Adjustments If the monitor picture is dif ficult to see due to ambient lighting, etc., adjust the picture settings. This feature can be adjusted in both Camera and VCR modes. • The example screens for this featur e are for Came[...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 052-053; 00/2/14/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo Advanced Features 52 Gamma Playbac k The gamma playback function improves the picture by increasing the brightness of the subject while leaving the brighter portions of the image unaffected. 1 During playbac k, press the MENU button until appears . 2 Press the GAMA EFF . button ( C ). ?[...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 052-053; 00/2/14/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo Adv anced Features Advanced Features 53 Editing Video editing lets you refine your videos by removing unwanted sequences from your tape, or transposing one sequence with another . This VIEWCAM lets you monitor the source pr o- gram on the built-in LCD monitor without having to connect it[...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 054-061; 00/5/25/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo References 54 Lighting For clear , good-quality recor ding, 500 to 100,000 lux is needed. Recording is possible with less light, but the picture quality may suffer . Adequate lighting is also essential for correct white balance. Useful Information Hints for Better Shooting • Position t[...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 054-061; 00/5/25/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo References References 55 Dew Formation • What is “dew f ormation”? 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 f orms in y our VIEWCAM. Dew will gradually form on the head drum of your VIEWC[...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 054-061; 00/5/25/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo References 56 Replacing the Fluorescent Lamp This VIEWCAM uses a fluorescent lamp to backlight the LCD monitor . If the monitor becomes dark or difficult to view , the fluorescent lamp may need to be r eplaced. Contact the nearest SHARP service centr e or your dealer for further advice. [...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 054-061; 00/5/25/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo References References 57 Cleaning • Many plastic parts are used in the VIEWCAM 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 dir[...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 054-061; 00/5/25/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo References 58 Demonstration Mode Y ou can watch a brief demonstration of the special VIEWCAM features in Demo mode. If the demonstration appears on the screen when you turn on the VIEWCAM for the first time, cancel the Demo mode to use your VIEWCAM. W atching the Demonstration 1 Make sur[...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 054-061; 00/5/25/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo References References 59 Bef ore Requesting Service The following conditions do not always denote trouble. Ther efore, perform the checks described below before calling for service. If the pr oblem cannot be corrected by the use of this guide, r emove the mains plugs from the wall socket[...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 054-061; 00/5/25/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo References 60 Suggested solution Disengage the memory mode ( p. 40 ). Select video input channel or TV channel properly ( p. 20 ). Connect audio/video cable properly ( p. 20 ). Rewind or fast forward tape to desired point ( p. 19 ). Call for service ( p. 59 ). Use a new cassette. Connect[...]

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    VL-AH50H/pp. 054-061; 00/5/25/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo References References 61 Specifications VIEWCAM Signal System: P AL standard Recording System: 2 rotary heads, helical scanning system Cassette: 8 mm video tape, MP type or Hi8 MP , ME type Recording/Playback Time: 120 minutes (P5-120) T ape Speed: 20.051 mm/second Pickup Device: 1 ⁄ 4[...]

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    VL-AH50H/hyou; 00/8/28/18:00 Printed in Malaysia TINSE0379T AZZ T2449-A 0P06-M-G LIQUID CR Y ST AL DISPLA Y CAMCORDER OPERATION MANUAL MODEL VL - AH50H SHARP CORPORATION SHARP ELECTRONICS (U.K.) LTD. Sharp House, Thorp Road, Newton Heath Manchester M40 5BE PAL References Preparation Basic Operations Playback Useful Features Operation Summar y Basic[...]