Sharp VL-Z3H Especificaciones

VL-Z5H/VL-Z3H/hyou; 03/02/24/18:00SHARP CORPORATIONSHARP ELECTRONICS (U.K.) LTD.Sharp House, Thorp Road, Newton HeathManchester M40 5BEPrinted in Japa

xPrecautions• Before recording an important scene,please perform the recording test, thenplayback to check if the scene was re-corded properly. If noi

Appendix88AppendixTurning off theConfirmation SoundAvailable modes:All modesA confirmation sound is made when youturn on or off the Power switch, pres

89AppendixSetting theCamcorder toFactory PresettingsAvailable modes:All modesYou can set the camcorder to the factorypresettings in one operation.• Th

Appendix90AppendixDemonstration ModeAvailable modes:Tape Camera, Card CameraYou can watch a brief demonstration of thespecial camcorder features in De

91AppendixPosition thesubject in thecentre.Focus manually whenyou need to positionthe subject off centre(see page 52).Useful InformationHints for Bett

Appendix92AppendixMini DV CassettePrecautions when using a Mini DVcassette• Be sure to use only Mini DV cassettes withthe i mark.• This camcorder can

93AppendixSD\ Memory Card andMultiMediaCard\SD (Secure Digital) Memory Cards andMultiMediaCards are small, handy andflexible storage media used in a v

Appendix94AppendixBattery PackThis camcorder uses a lithium-ion typebattery pack.Charging• Charge the battery pack immediately (or aday) before use. T

95AppendixWindow cleaning coverAC Adapter• The AC adapter may interfere withreception if used near a radio.• Prevent flammables, liquids, and metalobj

Appendix96AppendixUsing Your CamcorderAbroadTelevision signal standards and electricalvoltages and frequencies vary substantiallyfrom country to count

97AppendixTroubleshootingThe following conditions do not always denote trouble. Therefore, perform the checks describedbelow before calling for servic

xiDew Formation• What is “dew formation”?When cold water is poured into a glass,dew drops form on the glass. This clingingof water drops is called dew

Appendix98AppendixSymptomNo image appearson connected TVscreen.No image from an ex-ternal source ap-pears on thecamcorder screen.Cannot rewind or fast

99AppendixSymptomCannot delete imageon card.Cannot format card.Battery pack is easilydepleted.Clock has been re-set.Cassette will noteject.No image on

Appendix100AppendixNotes:• This unit is equipped with a microprocessor. Its performance could be adversely affected byexternal electrical noise or int

101AppendixSpecificationsCamcorderSignal System: PAL standardRecording System: 2 rotary heads, helical scanning systemCassette: Digital VCR Mini DV vi

Appendix102AppendixOn-screen Display IndexA U T OAUTO3 0 minAUTOA U T OAUTO3 0 minAUTOSELECTSETBLC GAIN/OFFFADEMENUSC ENEMENUFADEMENUSC ENEMENUMANUAL

103AppendixDISP.DUBEFFECTSELECT SETOFFOTHERS 1BEEPREMOTEDEFAULTRETURNLCD SETBACKL I GHTLCD BRI GHTLCD COLOURRETURNVF BRIGHTDATE D I SP.AUD I O DUBPI C

Appendix104AppendixA U T OAUTOAUTOA U T OAUTOAUTOSELECTSETOFFMENUSC ENEMENUSE LF T IMERMENUSC ENEMENUMANUALSELF T IMERSETFOCUSAUTO FOCUSDATE DISP.LCD

105AppendixSELECT SETEXECUTELCD SETBACKL I GHTLCD BRI GHTLCD COLOURRETURNVF BRIGHT/0110OTHERSBEEPREMOTEDEFAULTRETURN0100-002/2PAGENORMA L1FULLSELECT I

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VL-Z5H/VL-Z3H-hyou2/3; 03/3/17/18:00This equipment complies with the requirements of Directives 89/336/EEC and 73/23/EEC as amended by 93/68/EEC.Diese

xiiDirty Video HeadsWhen the video heads have becomeclogged with dirt (dust and tape coatingparticles),• mosaic-like noise appears on theplayback pict

VL-Z5H/VL-Z3H/hyou; 03/02/24/18:00SHARP CORPORATIONSHARP ELECTRONICS (U.K.) LTD.Sharp House, Thorp Road, Newton HeathManchester M40 5BEPrinted in Japa

1Operation ReferencesOperation ReferencesPart NamesFor details on the use of each part, refer to the page number indicated inparentheses.Front viewZoo

Operation References2Operation ReferencesLithium battery cover (p. 12)Tripod socket*Card slot cover (p. 11)Left viewDioptre adjustment dial (p. 18)Bat

3Operation ReferencesViewfinder (pp. 17, 18)Power Zoom Wide angle/Telephoto control (p. 23)/VOLume control (p. 28)Media Selectionswitch (V Tapemode/u

Operation References4Operation ReferencesWarning IndicatorsIf a warning indicator appears on the screen, follow the specified instructions.Displayed f

5Operation ReferencesNote:• N indicates a flashing display.Displayed for5 secondsDescription of warningThe card is not inserted or is inserted imprope

Preparation6PreparationPreparationAttaching andRemoving the BatteryPackAttaching1 Make sure that the Powerswitch is set to OFF.2 Open the LCD monitor

7PreparationRemoving1 Make sure that the Power switch isset to OFF, then open the LCDmonitor to a 90° angle to thecamcorder body.90˚2 Slide the batter

VL-Z5H/VL-Z3H-hyou2/3; 03/3/17/18:00This equipment complies with the requirements of Directives 89/336/EEC and 73/23/EEC as amended by 93/68/EEC.Diese

Preparation8PreparationCharging the BatteryPack1 Attach the battery pack on thecamcorder, and make sure that thePower switch is set to OFF.2 Open the

9PreparationPowering theCamcorder from anAC OutletYou can also power the camcorder from apower outlet by using the supplied ACadapter.Note:• The suppl

Preparation10PreparationInserting andRemoving a CassetteInserting1 Attach the power source to thecamcorder, then slide and hold thecassette compartmen

11PreparationInserting andRemoving a CardYou can use an SD Memory Card (suppliedwith VL-Z5) or a MultiMediaCard (commer-cially available) for storing

Preparation12PreparationInstalling the LithiumBatteriesInstalling the Memory BatteryThe supplied CR 1216 type lithium battery isused to store the memo

13PreparationInstalling the Battery toRemote Control (VL-Z5only)The CR 2025 type lithium batterysupplied with VL-Z5 is used to power theremote control

Preparation14Preparation4 Press m or l to select “EXECUTE”,then press the centre of the Operationbutton.5 Press the centre of the Operationbutton.6 Pr

15PreparationChanging to the 12-hourTime Mode1 After performing step 10 above, pressl or m to select “12H/24H”, thenpress the centre of the Operationb

Preparation16PreparationAdjusting the HandStrap1 Open the hand strap flap (1) and gripstrap (2).2 Loosen the grip strap, pass your righthand through t

17PreparationUsing the ViewfinderYou can record the subject using theelectronic viewfinder. You can also watchplayback through the viewfinder.1 Pull o

iiiWARNINGTo prevent fire or shock hazard,do not expose this apparatus todripping or splashing. Noobjects filled with liquids, suchas vases, should be

Preparation18PreparationClosing the viewfinderPush in the viewfinder completely.Notes:• Do not use excessive force when movingthe viewfinder.• Do not

19PreparationUsing the LCDMonitorYou can use the LCD monitor to play backrecordings that you have made or to watchthe subject during recording.1 Open

Preparation20PreparationTips on RecordingPositionsTurn the LCDmonitor so that thescreen facesupward.Balance yourweight on bothlegs.Turn the LCDmonitor

21Basic OperationsBasic OperationsCamera RecordingSelecting the Camcorder ModeThis camcorder includes functions for use as both avideo camera for reco

22Basic OperationsBasic OperationsCamera RecordingEasy CameraRecording on Tape inFull Auto ModeAvailable mode:Tape Camera• Before you start recording,

23Basic OperationsPAUSETo pause recordingPress the Start/Stop button again. Record-ing pauses, and the camcorder entersRecording Standby mode.To turn

24Basic OperationsBasic OperationsCamera RecordingPower Standby ModeAvailable mode:Tape CameraPower Standby mode allows you to preventaccidental recor

25Basic OperationsAuto FocusAvailable modes:Tape Camera, Card CameraThe camcorder is preset to Auto Focusmode, which is designed to focus on mosttypes

26Basic OperationsBasic OperationsCamera Recording30minRemaining BatteryPower DisplayAvailable modes:All modesWhen using the camcorder with the batter

27Basic OperationsNote:• If you press the Start/Stop button in TapePlayback mode, the “g” mark appears andthe camcorder enters Recording Standbymode.

ivSPECIAL NOTE FOR USERS IN THE U.K.The mains lead of this product is fitted with a non-rewireable (moulded) plugincorporating a 3A fuse. Should the f

Basic OperationsPlayback28Basic OperationsVOLUMEVideo SearchAvailable mode:Tape PlaybackThe video search function makes it easy tosearch for a desired

29Basic OperationsOTHERS 1EXECUTEONONOFF–+BEEPREMOTEDEFAULTPHONES VOLDEMO MODERETURN– +PHONES VOLUsing Earphones(CommerciallyAvailable, VL-Z5 only)Ava

Basic OperationsPlayback30Basic OperationsWatching Playbackon a TVAvailable modes:Tape Playback, Card PlaybackYou can connect the camcorder to a TV to

31Useful FeaturesOperation buttonMedia Selection switchDISPLAY buttonPower switchInformationdisplay onMode screenInformationdisplay offExampleExampleU

Useful Features32Useful FeaturesDISPLAY buttonOperation buttonMedia Selection switchPower switchExampleExampleExampleUsing the Menu ScreensUse the men

33Useful FeaturesPower ZoomcontrolDigital zoom indicatorUseful FeaturesCamera Recording5Press l or m to select “DGTLZOOM”, then press the centre of th

Useful FeaturesCamera Recording34Useful FeaturesBacklightCompensation (BLC)Available modes:Tape Camera, Card CameraWhen the subject is backlit, the im

35Useful FeaturesGain-upAvailable modes:Tape Camera, Card CameraWhen you are recording in a dark or poorlyilluminated location, “LIGHT” is displayedon

Useful FeaturesCamera Recording36Useful FeaturesFade In and Fade OutAvailable mode:Tape CameraThe fade function allows you to graduallybring the image

37Useful FeaturesQuick ReturnAvailable mode:Tape CameraIf while playing back your tape you want toquickly return to the last recorded sceneand start r

vNOTE:The LCD panel of this camcorder is a very high technology product with morethan 215,000 thin-film transistors*, giving you fine picture detail.

Useful FeaturesCamera Recording38Useful FeaturesStill Recording onTapeAvailable mode:Tape CameraYou can record continuous still images ofsubjects.1 Se

39Useful FeaturesDigital ImageStabilization (DIS)Available mode:Tape CameraThe digital image stabilization (DIS) functionallows you to stabilize the i

Useful FeaturesCamera Recording40Useful FeaturesSelf RecordingNormal self recordingAvailable modes:Tape Camera, Card CameraOpen the LCD monitor and ro

41Useful FeaturesSelf recording with reversedgripAvailable mode:Tape CameraRotate the grip 90° and the LCD monitor180° vertically so that you can reco

Useful FeaturesCamera Recording42Useful FeaturesWide Screen (16:9)Available mode:Tape CameraThe wide screen function lets you recordscenes with the wi

43Useful FeaturesRecording in LP (LongPlay Recording) ModeAvailable mode:Tape CameraThis camcorder allows you to record in LP(Long Play Recording) mod

Useful FeaturesCamera Recording44Useful FeaturesWindbreakAvailable mode:Tape CameraThe windbreak function allows you toreduce annoying noise from stro

45Useful FeaturesSelecting the 16-bitAudio RecordingModeAvailable mode:Tape CameraThe camcorder normally records audio inthe 12-bit audio recording mo

Useful FeaturesPlayback46Useful FeaturesUsing the RemoteControl (Onlysupplied with VL-Z5)Available modes:All modesUse the remote control to operate th

47Useful FeaturesTape PlaybackFunctions with theRemote Control (Onlysupplied with VL-Z5)Available mode:Tape PlaybackYou can use the following playback

viPart Names ... 1Warning Indicators ... 4Ope

Useful FeaturesPlayback48Useful FeaturesSelecting the Dateand Time ofRecording DisplayAvailable modes:All modesFollow the procedure below to select th

49Useful FeaturesPicture EffectPlaybackAvailable modes:Tape Playback, Card PlaybackThese picture effects let you play backimages with a more dramatic

Useful FeaturesPlayback50Useful FeaturesRotate PlaybackAvailable mode:Tape PlaybackThis function allows you to play backimages rotated 180°.1 In Tape

51Useful FeaturesCopying an Imagefrom Tape to CardAvailable mode:Tape PlaybackYou can capture your favourite image framefrom a video tape recording an

Advanced FeaturesCamera Recording52Advanced FeaturesPower Zoom controlOperation buttonDISPLAY buttonManual focus indicatorManual FocusAvailable modes:

53Advanced FeaturesDisplaying the ManualSetting ScreenAvailable modes:Tape Camera, Card CameraYou can manually adjust these settings asshown below in

Advanced FeaturesCamera Recording54Advanced FeaturesWhite paper or white clothWhite Balance LockAvailable modes:Tape Camera, Card CameraThe colour of

55Advanced FeaturesManual IrisAvailable modes:Tape Camera, Card CameraThe camcorder is preset to Auto Iris mode,which automatically selects the optima

Advanced FeaturesCamera Recording56Advanced FeaturesManual GainAvailable modes:Tape Camera, Card CameraWhen recording in a dark or poorlyilluminated l

57Advanced FeaturesSetting theCamcorder to FullAuto ModeAvailable modes:Tape Camera, Card CameraYou can set all manual settings, includingwhite balanc

viiUseful FeaturesControl Buttons ... 31Using the Mode Screens ...

Advanced FeaturesCamera Recording58Advanced FeaturesScene setting indicatorScene Menu(Program AE)Available modes:Tape Camera, Card CameraYou can set t

59Advanced FeaturesUsing the Time CodeAvailable modes:Tape Camera, Tape PlaybackThe time code shows the hour, minute andsecond of recording, and the f

Advanced FeaturesPlayback60Advanced FeaturesAudio DubbingFeatureAvailable mode:Tape PlaybackYou can add narration to recordings madewith this camcorde

61Advanced FeaturesAudio Dubbing1 Play back the Mini DV cassetterecorded in SP mode and locate thetape position where you wish to startaudio dubbing.2

Advanced FeaturesPlayback62Advanced FeaturesSelecting the AudioPlayback ModeAvailable mode:Tape PlaybackYou can select any of the following audioplayb

63Advanced FeaturesEditingAvailable mode:Tape PlaybackVideo editing lets you refine your videos byremoving unwanted sequences from yourtape, or transp

Advanced FeaturesPlayback64Advanced FeaturesRecording from anExternal SourceAvailable mode:Tape PlaybackYou can use this camcorder to record oredit vi

65Advanced FeaturesTo Record from an ExternalSource1 In Tape Playback mode, press theDISPLAY button until the modescreen appears.2 Select “MENU”, then

Advanced FeaturesPlayback66Advanced FeaturesEditing with the DVTerminal (IEEE1394)Available mode:Tape PlaybackThis camcorder can be used as a digitalv

67Advanced FeaturesTo Record from Video Equip-ment1 Set the camcorder to Tape Playbackmode, and insert a Mini DV cassette.2 Begin playback on the vide

viiiAdvanced FeaturesPlaybackUsing the Time Code ... 59Audio Dubbing Feature...

Advanced FeaturesPlayback68Advanced FeaturesAV-OUTVIDEOS-VIDEOL-AUDIO-R(MONO):Using the Camcorderas a ConverterAvailable mode:Tape PlaybackYou can use

69Advanced Features7 Press the DISPLAY button to turn offthe menu screen.8 Press the Play button on the analogequipment• Check the monitor on the digi

Digital Still Camera FeaturesCamera Recording70Digital Still Camera FeaturesNumber of shots taken/remainingPower switchMedia Selection switchPHOTO bu

71Digital Still Camera FeaturesPicture quality indicatorApproximate number of record-able images with 8 MB SD memorycardSelecting the PictureQualityAv

Digital Still Camera FeaturesCamera Recording72Digital Still Camera FeaturesSelf-timer operating indicatorRecording with theSelf-timerAvailable mode:

73Digital Still Camera FeaturesSELECTF ORMATALL DATABENOYESERASED.WI LLSETFormatting a CardAvailable mode:Card CameraBefore using a commercially avail

Digital Still Camera FeaturesCamera Recording74Digital Still Camera FeaturesSetting the FileNumbering MethodAvailable mode:Card CameraThe camcorder a

75Digital Still Camera FeaturesPlayback image number/number of recordingsLock buttonPage number/total thumbnail pagesMedia Selection switchOperation b

Digital Still Camera FeaturesPlayback76Digital Still Camera FeaturesZOOM buttonPlayback zoom indicatorPlayback Zoom withthe Remote Control(Only suppl

77Digital Still Camera FeaturesDelete protection indicatorPROTECT indicatorDelete ProtectionAvailable mode:Card PlaybackYou can prevent your important

ixSupplied AccessoriesBattery packBT-L226Audio/video/S-videocableCR2025 typelithium batteryfor remote controlCR1216 typelithium batteryfor camcorder L

Digital Still Camera FeaturesPlayback78Digital Still Camera FeaturesDELETE indicatorDeleting StoredImagesAvailable mode:Card PlaybackDeleting One Sto

79Digital Still Camera FeaturesDELETE ALL? indicatorDeleting All Stored ImagesYou can delete all stored images on a cardin one operation.Notes:• Delet

Digital Still Camera FeaturesPlayback80Digital Still Camera FeaturesNumber of printoutsPRINT indicatorM indicatorPrint OrderAvailable mode:Card Playb

81Digital Still Camera FeaturesM indicatorTo cancel the print order for an image1 Select the image for cancelling out ofprint order in step 6 above, t

Digital Still Camera FeaturesPlayback82Digital Still Camera FeaturesTransferring Data on Card to ComputerUsing the supplied USB cable, you can transf

83Digital Still Camera Features3 Click the “USB driver” button.• Welcome screen appears.4 Click the “Next” button.• Information screen appears5 Click

Digital Still Camera FeaturesPlayback84Digital Still Camera FeaturesSerial number(100 to 999)Sub-folder of stillimagesFolder of still image filesStil

85Digital Still Camera FeaturesSlide Show PlaybackAvailable mode:Card PlaybackYou can automatically play back consecu-tive still images recorded on a

Appendix86AppendixDarkerBrighterDecreaseDarkerIncreaseBrighter–+–+–+LCD BRI GHTLCD COLOURVF BRIGHT6 Press j or k to adjust the item tothe desired sett

87AppendixAdjusting the Backlight1 Press the DISPLAY button until themode screen appears.2 Press l or m on the Operationbutton to select “MENU”, then