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VL-AH150U/hyou; 00/12/14/18:00 SHARP ELECTR ONICS CORPORA TION Shar p Plaza, Mahwah, Ne w Jersey 07430-2135 SHARP CORPORA TION Osaka, Japan Printed in Malaysia TINSE0396T AZZ 01P01-M-G LIQUID CR Y ST AL DISPLA Y CAMCORDER OPERATION MANUAL Important Model No.
VL-AH150U/pp. i-viii; 00/12/14/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo i B A TTER Y DISPOSAL CONT AINS NICKEL-MET AL HYDRIDE RECHARGEABLE BA TTERY . MUST BE RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF PROPERL Y . CONT ACT LOCAL AGENCIES FOR INFORMA TION ON RECYCLING AND DISPOSAL PLANS IN YOUR AREA.
VL-AH150U/pp. i-viii; 00/12/14/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo ii This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful inter ference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
VL-AH150U/pp. i-viii; 00/12/14/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo iii IMPOR T ANT SAFEGU ARDS product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufactur er ’ s instruc- tions have been adhered to.
VL-AH150U/pp. i-viii; 00/12/14/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo iv 15. Power Lines — An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or wher e it can fall into such power lines or circuits.
VL-AH150U/pp. i-viii; 00/12/14/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo v 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.
VL-AH150U/pp. i-viii; 00/12/14/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo vi 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 .
VL-AH150U/pp. i-viii; 00/12/14/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo vii Supplied Accessories Battery pack *BT -H22 AC adapter *UADP-0312T AZZ Infrared r emote control RRMCG0084T ASA CR2025 type lithium bat.
VL-AH150U/pp. i-viii; 00/12/14/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo viii Optional Accessories Extended type battery pack BT -H32 Note: The listed model names are for U.
VL-AH150U/pp. 001-004; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 1 Contents Preparation Basic Operations Operation Summary Part Names .......................................................... 3 Quick Reference Index ..................................
VL-AH150U/pp. 001-004; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 2 Operations of the On-screen Contr ols Using the Control Buttons ............................... 24 Selecting the Mode/Menu Screens ................ 24 Adjusting the Menu Settings .....
VL-AH150U/pp. 001-004; 00/1 1/21/18:00 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 erminal cover Microphone Zoom lens Speaker AUDIO/VIDEO jack [pp.
VL-AH150U/pp. 001-004; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 4 Rear view Bottom view Battery compar tment door [p. 7] Operation Summary Power Zoom Wide angle/ T elephoto contr ol [p. 19] VOLume control [p. 21] DISPLA Y button [p. 24] Operation buttons [p.
VL-AH150U/pp. 005-006; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 5 Operation Summary Quick Ref erence Inde x This index lists some example uses of the VIEWCAM ’ s features. • T o recor d with a Hi8 tape in normal 8 mm format. — See page vi ( Recording Format) • T o recor d powerful close-up images.
VL-AH150U/pp. 005-006; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 6 Operation Summary W arning Indicators The video cassette is defective and should be removed (see page 10). Dew has formed inside the VIEWCAM. Wait for a few hours until the dew disappears (see page 57).
VL-AH150U/pp. 007-017; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 7 Preparation Preparation Inserting and Removing the Battery Pac k Inserting the Batter y P ack 1 Make sure that the P ower s witch is set to OFF .
VL-AH150U/pp. 007-017; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 8 Preparation Charging the Battery P ack 1 Inser t the batter y pack into the VIEWCAM (see page 7). 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.
VL-AH150U/pp. 007-017; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 9 Preparation Preparation 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.
VL-AH150U/pp. 007-017; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 10 Preparation 4 W ait f or the cassette holder to fully retract. Close the compar tment door by pressing the center until it clicks into place. Removing a Cassette Perform step 1 above, then take out the cassette.
VL-AH150U/pp. 007-017; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 11 Preparation Preparation 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 .
VL-AH150U/pp. 007-017; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 12 Preparation Selecting the Language for the On-screen Display This VIEWCAM allows you to choose from among English, French or Spanish for the on- screen display language.
VL-AH150U/pp. 007-017; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 13 Preparation Preparation English On-screen Displays The following on-screen displays appear when “ ENGLISH ” is selected as the on-scr een display language (see page 12). Camera Mode VCR Mode Note: See pages 24 and 25 for the procedur e to display the desired scr een.
VL-AH150U/pp. 007-017; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 14 Preparation French On-screen Displa ys The following on-screen displays appear when “ FRAN Ç AIS ” is selected as the on- screen display language (see page 12). Camera Mode ME NU DIS DOUBL E / I NS T OFF ZO O M N U M.
VL-AH150U/pp. 007-017; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 15 Preparation Preparation Spanish On-screen Displays The following on-screen displays appear when “ ESP A Ñ OL ” is selected as the on- screen display language (see page 12). Camera Mode VCR Mode ME NU ES T.
VL-AH150U/pp. 007-017; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 16 Preparation Setting the Date and Time Example: Setting the date to June 2, 2001 (JUN. 2. 2001) and the time to 10:30 am (10:30 AM). Note: • Check that the lithium memory battery has been installed before setting the date and time.
VL-AH150U/pp. 007-017; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 17 Preparation Preparation 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 ).
VL-AH150U/pp. 018-020; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 18 Basic Operations Camera Recording Easy Camera Recording with Full A uto Mode Before you start recording, perform the operations described on pages 7 through 17 to prepar e your VIEWCAM for recording.
VL-AH150U/pp. 018-020; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 19 Basic Operations Camera Recording 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 ).
VL-AH150U/pp. 018-020; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 20 Basic Operations Camera Recording 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.
VL-AH150U/pp. 021-023; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 21 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 .
VL-AH150U/pp. 021-023; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 22 Basic Operations Playback W atching the Playbac k 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 ).
VL-AH150U/pp. 021-023; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 23 Still The still function makes it possible to pause playback. During playback, press the STILL button ( ). T o return to nor mal playback, press the STILL button again or press the PLA Y button ( D ).
VL-AH150U/pp. 024-025; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 24 Useful Features Selecting the Mode/Menu Screens Y ou can use the mode screens 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.
VL-AH150U/pp. 024-025; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 25 Useful Features 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.
VL-AH150U/pp. 026-043; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 26 Useful Features 5 Press the b utton to select “ SELECT ” . 6 Press the SET button ( B ) to select “ D A TE+TIME ” or “ DA T E ” . When “ DA TE+TIME ” is selected, both the date and the time are displayed and recor ded.
VL-AH150U/pp. 026-043; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 27 Useful Features Useful Features • 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.
VL-AH150U/pp. 026-043; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 28 Useful Features 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.
VL-AH150U/pp. 026-043; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 29 Useful Features Useful Features Using Still Recording 1 In Recording Standby mode , press the DU AL/SNAP b utton. • A still image of the subject is displayed. 2 Press the REC ST AR T/ ST OP button.
VL-AH150U/pp. 026-043; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 30 Useful Features Strobe Recor ding Y ou can recor d strobe images (still pictur es that capture continuous motion at 1/5 sec.
VL-AH150U/pp. 026-043; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 31 Useful Features Useful Features 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.
VL-AH150U/pp. 026-043; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 32 Useful Features 3 Press the REC ST AR T/ST OP b utton to begin recording. • The picture and sound fade in with the selected fade mode. 4 Press the REC ST AR T/ST OP b utton at the point where you wish to stop recording.
VL-AH150U/pp. 026-043; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 33 Useful Features Useful Features 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.
VL-AH150U/pp. 026-043; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 34 Useful Features Gamma Brightness Compensation When the subject is backlit, the image will be darkened if it is recorded normally .
VL-AH150U/pp. 026-043; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 35 Useful Features Useful Features 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.
VL-AH150U/pp. 026-043; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 36 Useful Features Wide Screen (16:9) The wide screen function lets you r ecord scenes with the wide-screen feel of a movie shown in a theater . The top and bottom of the picture ar e masked with black bands to produce an effective scr een aspect ratio of 16:9.
VL-AH150U/pp. 026-043; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 37 Useful Features Useful Features 3 Push the P o wer Zoom control to obtain the desired angle of vie w . 4 Press the REC ST AR T b utton ( B ) to begin recording. T o pause recor ding, press the REC STOP button ( B ).
VL-AH150U/pp. 026-043; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 38 Useful Features 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.
VL-AH150U/pp. 026-043; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 39 Useful Features Useful Features 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.
VL-AH150U/pp. 026-043; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 40 Useful Features 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 .
VL-AH150U/pp. 026-043; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 41 Useful Features Useful Features 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.
VL-AH150U/pp. 026-043; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 42 Useful Features 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.
VL-AH150U/pp. 026-043; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 43 Useful Features Useful Features 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.
VL-AH150U/pp. 044-053; 00/1 1/24/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 44 Advanced Features 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.
VL-AH150U/pp. 044-053; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 45 Adv anced Features Advanced Features 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.
VL-AH150U/pp. 044-053; 00/1 1/24/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 46 Advanced Features 3 Press the or b utton ( Q ) to select the desired title, then press the SET button ( B ) ( W ) to superimpose it.
VL-AH150U/pp. 044-053; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 47 Adv anced Features Advanced Features 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.
VL-AH150U/pp. 044-053; 00/1 1/24/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 48 Advanced Features 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 ” ).
VL-AH150U/pp. 044-053; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 49 Adv anced Features Advanced Features White Balance Lock The color of the subject on the screen tends to look differ ent depending on the lighting condition.
VL-AH150U/pp. 044-053; 00/1 1/24/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 50 Advanced Features 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.
VL-AH150U/pp. 044-053; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 51 Adv anced Features Advanced Features 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.
VL-AH150U/pp. 044-053; 00/1 1/24/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 52 Advanced Features • 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.
VL-AH150U/pp. 044-053; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 53 Adv anced Features Advanced Features 3 Press the or b utton to adjust the picture or backlight to the desired setting. T ype of Backlight Modes AU TO : The VIEWCAM automatically switches between “ NORMAL ” and “ BRIGHT ” depending on the ambient lighting.
VL-AH150U/pp. 054-055; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 54 Advanced Features 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.
VL-AH150U/pp. 054-055; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 55 Adv anced Features Advanced Features 4 Press the P ause/Still button on the VCR to pause recording when the source tape reaches the beginning of the sequence to be cut.
VL-AH150U/pp. 056-063; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 56 References 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.
VL-AH150U/pp. 056-063; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 57 References References 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.
VL-AH150U/pp. 056-063; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 58 References 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.
VL-AH150U/pp. 056-063; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 59 References References Cleaning • Many plastic parts are used in the VIEWCAM casing. Do not use thinner , benzene or other strong chemical cleaners. These may cause discoloration and damage to the casing.
VL-AH150U/pp. 056-063; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 60 References 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.
VL-AH150U/pp. 056-063; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 61 References References Before Requesting Service Before calling for service, please check the following tr oubleshooting table. Suggested solution Connect power source pr operly (pp. 7, 9).
VL-AH150U/pp. 056-063; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 62 References Suggested solution Rewind or fast forward tape to desired point (p. 21). Call for service (p. 63). Use a new cassette. Connect power source pr operly (pp. 7, 9). Charge battery pack sufficiently (p.
VL-AH150U/pp. 056-063; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 63 References References Specifications VIEWCAM Signal System: NTSC standar d 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 (P6-120) T ape Speed: 14.
VL-AH150U/pp. 064-068; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 64 Inserci ó n y e xtracci ó n de la bater í a Inserci ó n de la bater í a 1 Aseg ú rese de que el interruptor de alimentaci ó n est é en la posici ó n OFF .
VL-AH150U/pp. 064-068; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo Gu í a de operaci ó n r á pida en espa ñ ol 65 Carga de la bater í a 1 Inser te la bater í a en la VIEWCAM (consulte la p á gina 64). Aseg ú rese de que el interruptor de alimentaci ó n est é en la posici ó n OFF .
VL-AH150U/pp. 064-068; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 66 4 Espere a que el por tavideocasete se pliegue completamente. Cierre la puer ta del compar timiento presionando sobre la par te central hasta que se coloque en su lugar haciendo un ruido seco .
VL-AH150U/pp. 064-068; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo Gu í a de operaci ó n r á pida en espa ñ ol 67 Grabaci ó n sencilla con videoc á mara en el modo completamente autom á tico Antes de empezar a grabar , realice las operaciones descritas en las p á ginas 64 a 66 para preparar su VIEWCAM para la grabaci ó n.
VL-AH150U/pp. 064-068; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo 68 Reproducci ó n La pantalla del monitor LCD hace posible repr oducir y ver lo que usted acaba de grabar . No es necesario conectar nada, pudi é ndose realizar la repr oducci ó n instant á nea en pantalla oyendo el sonido a trav é s del altavoz incorporado.
VL-AH150U/notes 1-2; 00/11/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo page 69 Notes.
VL-AH150U/notes 1-2; 00/1 1/21/18:00 G . K. Associates, T okyo page 70.
VL-AH150U/hyou; 00/12/14/18:00 SHARP ELECTR ONICS CORPORA TION Shar p Plaza, Mahwah, Ne w Jersey 07430-2135 SHARP CORPORA TION Osaka, Japan Printed in Malaysia TINSE0396T AZZ 01P01-M-G LIQUID CR Y ST AL DISPLA Y CAMCORDER OPERATION MANUAL Important Model No.
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