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LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY CAMCORDER

OPERATION MANUAL

MODEL

VL-NZ50U

Important

Model No.:

Serial No.:

Please read this operation manual carefully before using the camcorder.

For assistance in reporting the theft or loss of this product, record on the line below the model number and serial number which are located on the bottom of the unit.Please retain this information.

• See page 57 for use of Demo mode.

Valid for warranty service in the U.S. only

CONSUMER LIMITED WARRANTYSHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION warrants to the first consumer purchaser that this Sharp brandproduct (the “Product”), when shipped in its original container, will be free from defective workmanshipand materials, and agrees that it will, at its option, either repair the defect or replace the defectiveProduct or part thereof with a new or remanufactured equivalent at no charge to the purchaser for partsor labor for the period(s) set forth below.This warranty does not apply to any appearance items of the Product nor to the additional excludeditem(s) set forth below nor to any Product the exterior of which has been damaged or defaced, whichhas been subjected to improper voltage or other misuse, abnormal service or handling, or which hasbeen altered or modified in design or construction.In order to enforce the rights under this limited warranty, the purchaser should follow the steps set forthbelow and provide proof of purchase to the servicer.The limited warranty described herein is in addition to whatever implied warranties may be granted topurchasers by law. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITYAND FITNESS FOR USE ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD(S) FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE SET FORTHBELOW. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the abovelimitation may not apply to you.Neither the sales personnel of the seller nor any other person is authorized to make any warranties otherthan those described herein, or to extend the duration of any warranties beyond the time perioddescribed herein on behalf of Sharp.The warranties described herein shall be the sole and exclusive warranties granted by Sharp and shallbe the sole and exclusive remedy available to the purchaser. Correction of defects, in the manner andfor the period of time described herein, shall constitute complete fulfillment of all liabilities andresponsibilities of Sharp to the purchaser with respect to the Product, and shall constitute fullsatisfaction of all claims, whether based on contract, negligence, strict liability or otherwise. In no eventshall Sharp be liable, or in any way responsible, for any damages or defects in the Product which werecaused by repairs or attempted repairs performed by anyone other than an authorized servicer. Norshall Sharp be liable or in any way responsible for any incidental or consequential economic or propertydamage. Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so the aboveexclusion may not apply to you.THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS. YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTSWHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.

Model Specific SectionYour Product ModelNumber & Description:

Warranty Period for this Product:

Additional Item(s) Excludedfrom Warranty Coverage (if any):

Where to Obtain Service:

What to do to Obtain Service:

VL-NZ50U Camcorder(Be sure to have this information available when you need servicefor your Product.)One (1) year parts and ninety (90) days labor from date of pur-chase except for the rechargeable battery incorporated in this Prod-uct which is warranted for thirty (30) days from date of purchase.

Non-rechargeable batteries.

From a Sharp Authorized Servicer located in the United States. Tofind the location of the nearest Sharp Authorized Servicer, call Sharptoll free at 1-800-BE-SHARP.Ship prepaid or carry in your Product to a Sharp Authorized Servicer.Be sure to have Proof of Purchase available. If you ship the Prod-uct, be sure it is insured and packaged securely.

TO OBTAIN SUPPLY, ACCESSORY OR PRODUCT INFORMATION, GO TO OUR WEBSITE AT www.sharp-usa.comOR CALL 1-800-BE-SHARP

SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATIONSharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430-2135

SHARP CORPORATIONOsaka, Japan

Printed in JapanTINSE0443TAZZ02P01-JKG

AppendixPreparation

Useful FeaturesOperation References

Basic OperationsAdvanced Features

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Thank you for purchasing this camcorder from SHARP.The camcorder will enhance your home video enjoyment and allow you to capture thosespecial moments. Please read this operation manual to familiarize yourself with thecamcorder’s features, so that you will get the most out of it. The video techniques section willhelp you fully enjoy the many features this camcorder offers, and expand your video world.

CAUTIONRISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

PRODUCT DISPOSALThis Product utilizes tin-lead solder, and a fluorescent lamp containing a smallamount of mercury. Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to environ-mental considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please contact yourlocal authorities or the Electronics Industries Alliance: www.eiae.org.

CAUTION(applies to the supplied AC adapter)

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK,MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TOWIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

CAUTIONIf the AC adapter is misplaced orneeds to be replaced, obtain thesame type of adapter from a SHARPservice center of your dealer.

BATTERY DISPOSALCONTAINS LITHIUM-ION RECHARGEABLE BATTERY. MUST BE RECYCLED ORDISPOSED OF PROPERLY. CONTACT LOCAL AGENCIES FOR INFORMATION ONRECYCLING AND DISPOSAL PLANS IN YOUR AREA.

This symbol warns the user of uninsulated voltage within theunit that can cause dangerous electric shocks.

This symbol alerts the user that there are important operatingand maintenance instructions in the literature accompanyingthis unit.

CAUTION:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELEC-TRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVECOVER. NO USER-SERVICEABLEPARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICINGTO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSON-NEL.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN ORMOISTURE.

Important Information for Consumers in the U.S.

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WARNINGCFCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifica-tions to this equipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void theuser’s authority to operate this equipment.

INFORMATIONThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class Bdigital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed toprovide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installa-tion. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and,if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful in-terference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interfer-ence will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmfulinterference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning theequipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference byone or more of the following measures:CReorient or relocate the receiving antenna.CIncrease the separation between the equipment and receiver.CConnect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the

receiver is connected.CConsult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

CAUTION ON LITHIUM BATTERY (MEMORY BACKUP BATTERY)If a battery is reversed (positive end where the negative end belongs and viceversa), it can overheat and rupture. This has happened when young children installbatteries backwards. Warn children not to take out batteries or install them. Parentsshould install the lithium battery in the camcorder.

COPYRIGHT WARNING: It is the intent of SHARP that this unit be used in full compliance with thecopyright laws of the United States and that prior permission be ob-tained from copyright owners whenever necessary.

NOTEThe camcorder’s LCD panel is a very high technology product with more than 120,000 thin-film tran-sistors*, giving you fine picture detail. Occasionally, a pixel may appear on the screen as a fixed pointof blue, green, red, or black. Please note that this does not affect your camcorder’s performance.

*Specifications are subject to change without notice.

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITYSharp CamcorderThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the follow-ing two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) thisdevice must accept any interference received, including interference that may causeundesired operation.RESPONSIBLE PARTY:

SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATIONSharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430Phone: 1-800-BE-SHARP

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should never be blocked by placing theproduct on a bed, sofa, rug, or othersimilar surface. This product should not

be placed ina built-ininstallationsuch as abookcase orrack unless

proper ventilation is provided or themanufacturer’s instructions have beenadhered to.

11. Power SourcesCThis product shouldbe operated only from the type of powersource indicated on the marking label. Ifyou are not sure of the type of powersupply to your home, consult yourproduct dealer or local power company.For products intended to operate frombattery power, or other sources, refer tothe operating instructions.

12. Grounding or PolarizationCThis productmay be equipped with a polarizedalternating-current line plug (a plughaving one blade wider than the other).This plug will fit into the power outletonly one way. This is a safety feature. Ifyou are unable to insert the plug fullyinto the outlet, try reversing the plug. Ifthe plug should still fail to fit, contactyour electrician to replace your obsoleteoutlet. Do not defeat the safety purposeof the polarized plug.

13. Power-Cord ProtectionCPower-supplycords should be routed so that they arenot likely to be walked on or pinched byitems placed upon or against them,paying particular attention to cords atplugs, convenience receptacles, andthe point where they exit from theproduct.

14. LightningCFor added protection for thisproduct during a lightning storm, orwhen it is left unattended and unusedfor long periods of time, unplug it fromthe wall outlet and disconnect theantenna or cable system. This willprevent damage to the product due tolightning and power-line surges.

1. Read InstructionsCAll the safety andoperating instructions should be readbefore the product is operated.

2. Retain InstructionsCThe safety andoperating instructions should beretained for future reference.

3. Heed WarningsCAll warnings on theproduct and in the operating instruc-tions should be adhered to.

4. Follow InstructionsCAll operating anduse instructions should be followed.

5. CleaningCUnplug this product from thewall outlet before cleaning. Do not useliquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Usea damp cloth for cleaning.

6. AttachmentsCDo not use attachmentsnot recommended by the productmanufacturer as they may causehazards.

7. Water and MoistureCDo not use thisproduct near waterCfor example, neara bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, orlaundry tub; in a wet basement; or neara swimming pool; and the like.

8. AccessoriesCDo not place this producton an unstable cart, stand, tripod,bracket, or table. The product may fall,causing serious injury to a child or

adult, andserious damageto the product.Use only with acart, stand,tripod, bracket,

or table recommended by the manu-facturer, or sold with the product. Anymounting of the product should followthe manufacturer’s instructions, andshould use a mounting accessoryrecommended by the manufacturer.

9. A product and cartcombination should bemoved with care. Quickstops, excessive force,and uneven surfacesmay cause the productand cart combination to overturn.

10. VentilationCSlots and openings in thecabinet are provided for ventilation andto ensure reliable operation of theproduct and to protect it from overheat-ing, and these openings must not beblocked or covered. The openings

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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15. Power LinesCAn outside antennasystem should not be located in thevicinity of overhead power lines or otherelectric light or power circuits, or whereit can fall into such power lines orcircuits. When installing an outsideantenna system, extreme care shouldbe taken to keep from touching suchpower lines or circuits as contact withthem might be fatal.

16. OverloadingCDo not overload walloutlets, extension cords, or integralconvenience receptacles as this canresult in a risk of fire or electric shock.

17. Object and Liquid EntryCNever pushobjects of any kind into this product

through openingsas they may touchdangerousvoltage points orshort-out partsthat could result in

a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquidof any kind on the product.

18. ServicingCDo not attempt to servicethis product yourself as opening orremoving covers may expose you todangerous voltage or other hazards.Refer all servicing to qualified servicepersonnel.

19. Damage Requiring ServiceCUnplugthis product from the wall outlet andrefer servicing to qualified servicepersonnel under the following condi-tions:a. When the power-supply cord or plug

is damaged,b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects

have fallen into the product,c. If the product has been exposed to

rain or water,d. If the product does not operate

normally by following the operatinginstructions. Adjust only thosecontrols that are covered by theoperating instructions as an im-proper adjustment of other controlsmay result in damage and will oftenrequire extensive work by a qualifiedtechnician to restore the product toits normal operation,

e. If the product has been dropped ordamaged in any way, and

f. When the product exhibits a distinctchange in performanceCthisindicates a need for service.

20. Replacement PartsCWhen replacementparts are required, be sure the servicetechnician has used replacement partsspecified by the manufacturer or havethe same characteristics as the originalpart. Unauthorized substitutions mayresult in fire, electric shock, or otherhazards.

21. Safety CheckCUpon completion of anyservice or repairs to this product, askthe service technician to perform safetychecks to determine that the product isin proper operating condition.

22. Wall or Ceiling MountingCThe productshould be mounted to a wall or ceilingonly as recommended by the manufac-turer.

23. HeatCThe product should be situatedaway from heat sources such asradiators, heat registers, stoves, orother products (including amplifiers)that produce heat.

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Quick Operation Guide

Please consult this operation manualfurther for details on these and otherfunctions of your camcorder.

Attaching the BatteryPack

1 Make sure that the Powerswitch is set to OFF.

2 Align the = mark on the side of thebattery pack with the = mark on thecamcorder (1), and slide the batterypack in the direction of the arrowcompletely until it locks into place (2).

Charging the BatteryPack

1 Attach the battery pack on thecamcorder, and make sure that thePower switch is set to OFF.

2 Plug the AC adapter into a power outlet(1), then insert the DC plug into the DCinput jack (2).• The charge indicator lights up.

• The charge indicator turns off when thebattery is charged.

3 Remove the DC plug from the DC inputjack, then remove the AC adapter fromthe power outlet.

Power switch

Charge indicatorTo power outlet

DC input jack

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Inserting a Cassette

1 Attach the power source to thecamcorder, then slide the cassettecompartment door release and open thecassette compartment door.• After confirmation sound, the cassette

holder extends and opens automatically.

2 Insert a commercially available cassettefully with the window facing outwards,and with the erasure protect tab facingupwards.

3 Press the W mark gently until thecassette holder clicks into place.• After confirmation sound, the cassette

holder retracts automatically.

4 Wait for the cassette holder to fullyretract. Close the compartment door bypressing the center until it clicks intoplace.

SAVE

REC

Tips on RecordingPositions

To create images that are easy to watch duringplayback, try to record with an upright postureand steady hand to prevent a shaky image.

Holding the camcorderPlace your right thumb close to the RECSTART/STOP button and Power Zoom control.Place your left thumb on the thumb rest on theleft side of the screen.

Basic posture

Shooting from a high angle

Shooting from a low angle

Cassette compartmentdoor release

Erasure protect tab

“W” mark

Place your elbowsagainst your sides.

Balance yourweight on bothlegs.

Take care not tocover the lens ormicrophone with

your finger.

Turn the LCD monitor so that thescreen faces downward.

Turn the LCD monitor so thatthe screen faces upward.

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Quick Operation Guide

Easy Camera Recording

1 Insert a cassette into the camcorder.

2 Hold down the Lock button and set thePower switch to CAMERA.• The picture from the lens now displays.

3 Press the REC START/STOP button tobegin recording.

To pause recording

Press the REC START/STOP button again.

AU T O

REC

ZoomingPush the Power Zoom control to T (1) (tele-photo) or W (2) (wide angle) side.

Playback

1 Hold down the Lock buttonand set the Power switch toVCR.

2 Press j (or k) on the Operation buttonto rewind (or fast forward) the tape to thedesired point.

3 Press m to begin playback.

To stop playback

Press l.

Volume ControlPush the Volume control to the L or + side toincrease (1) or decrease (2) the volume.

Power switch

REC START/STOP buttonPower Zoom control/Volume control

Operation button

Power Zoom control

Volume control

Lock button

Lock button

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Precautions

• When the camcorder is not in use, remem-ber to remove the cassette tape, turn offthe power, and disconnect the camcorderfrom the power source.

• Do not aim the lens at the sun.Do not allow direct sunlight to strike thecamcorder lens or LCD monitor screen,whether or not recording is in progress, as itmay damage the CCD sensor or LCD screensurface. Be particularly careful when record-ing outside.

• When shooting in dark places, avoid suddenbrightly lit objects or light sources, such asthe sun. Otherwise, the image may white out.Should this happen, point the lens in a differ-ent direction until the picture returns to nor-mal.

• Avoid magnetic sources.Using the camcorder nearstrong fluorescent lights,motors, televisions, or othermagnetic sources may ad-versely affect recorded im-ages.

• Using the camcorder near a broadcastingstation or other powerful transmissionsource may cause buzzing or picture dete-rioration.

• Avoid shocks and drop-ping.Do not drop or otherwisesubject the camcorder tohard shocks or strong vibra-tions. Bumping or striking theunit during recording willgenerate noise in the re-corded image.

• Avoid placing thecamcorder in closeproximity to lightingequipment.The heat from incan-descent lights may de-form the camcorder, orcause it to malfunction.

• Always respect prohibitions or restrictionson the use of electronic equipment oncommercial flights or in other sensitive ar-eas.

• Be aware of the temperature and humidity.You can use your camcorder at 32°F to 104°F(0°C to L40°C), and at 30% to 80% relativehumidity. Do not storethe unit in anunventilated car in thesummer, in direct sun-light, or near strong heatsources; this can resultin severe damage to theunit casing and circuitry.

• Avoid situations where water, sand, dust orother foreign matter could get on or insidethe camcorder, and do not use or leaveyour camcorder in areas with excessivesmoke, steam or moisture.Such environments can cause malfunctionsor cause mil-dew to form onthe lenses. Besure to keep theunit in a well-ventilated loca-tion.

• Some small, portable tri-pods may be difficult to at-tach and may not be sturdyenough to support yourcamcorder. Be sure to useonly a strong, stable tripod.

• When using yourcamcorder in a cold envi-ronment, the LCD monitor screen often ap-pears less bright immediately after thepower is turned on. This is not a malfunc-tion. To prevent the camcorder from be-coming too cold, wrap it in a thick cloth (ablanket, etc.).

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Supplied Accessories

Battery packBT-L225n*

AC adapterUADP-0339TAZZ*

Audio/video cableQCNW-1979TAZZ

Lens capGCOVH1296TASA

Lens hoodGCOVA1870TASA

Wrist strapUBNDT0145TASA

Tripod adapterGDAI-A001WJZZ

CR2025 typelithium battery

* The part numbers for the AC adapter and battery pack supplied with this camcorder are valid only inthe U.S. and Latin America. If this camcorder was purchased outside of these areas, the part numbersmay be different. Please refer to the part numbers printed on the labels of the supplied AC adapter andbattery pack.

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Optional Accessories

Note:• The listed model names are for U.S. accessories.

For optional and additional accessories, contact your local dealer, call the Sharp Accessories andSupply Center at 1-800-642-2122, or visit SHARP’s website (http://www.sharp-usa.com).

Standard-lifebattery pack

BT-L225n

Extended-lifebattery pack

BT-L445n

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Part Names .................................................................... 1On-screen Display Index ............................................... 4Warning Indicators ......................................................... 6

Contents

Operation References

Preparation

Basic Operations

Useful Features

Attaching and Removing the Battery Pack .................... 7Charging the Battery Pack ............................................. 8Powering the Camcorder from an AC Outlet ................. 9Inserting and Removing a Cassette ............................ 10Installing the Lithium Battery ........................................ 11Selecting the Language for the On-screen Display ..... 12Setting the Date and Time ........................................... 13Attaching the Lens Hood ............................................. 14Attaching the Wrist Strap ............................................. 14Using the Lens Cap ..................................................... 14Tips on Recording Positions ........................................ 15

Camera RecordingEasy Camera Recording in Full Auto Mode ................. 16Zooming ....................................................................... 17Auto Focus ................................................................... 17Macro Shots ................................................................. 17Remaining Recording Time Display ............................ 18Remaining Battery Power Display ............................... 18

PlaybackPlayback ...................................................................... 19Volume Control ............................................................. 19Video Search ................................................................ 20Still ............................................................................... 20Watching Playback on a TV ......................................... 21

Using the Menu Screens .............................................. 22

Camera RecordingDisplaying the Recording Guide .................................. 23Setting the Digital Zoom .............................................. 24Gamma Brightness Compensation .............................. 25Gain-up ........................................................................ 26Fade In and Fade Out .................................................. 27Quick Return ................................................................ 28Edit Search ................................................................... 28

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Useful Features Still Recording .............................................................. 29Attaching the Supplied Tripod Adapter ....................... 29Wide Screen (16:9) ...................................................... 30Digital Image Stabilization (DIS) .................................. 30Self Recording ............................................................. 31Recording in LP (Long Play Recording) Mode ............ 32Selecting the 16-bit Audio Recording Mode ................ 33

PlaybackUsing the Remote Control (Not supplied) .................... 34Displaying the Date and Time of Recording ................ 35Gamma Playback ........................................................ 35Picture Effect Playback ................................................ 36

Advanced Features Camera RecordingManual Focus .............................................................. 37Manual Exposure ......................................................... 38White Balance Lock ..................................................... 39Setting the Camcorder to Full Auto Mode.................... 39Digital Picture Effects ................................................... 40Scene Menu (Program AE) .......................................... 41

PlaybackUsing the Time Code ................................................... 42Editing .......................................................................... 43Editing with the DV Terminal (IEEE1394) ..................... 44Audio Dubbing Feature ................................................ 45Selecting the Audio Playback Mode ............................ 47

Appendix Picture/Backlight Adjustments ..................................... 48Turning off the Confirmation Sound ............................. 49Useful Information ........................................................ 50Demonstration Mode ................................................... 57Before Requesting Service .......................................... 58Specifications .............................................................. 60

• Guía de operación rápida en español ....................................................................... 61• Visualizaciones en pantalla en español ..................................................................... 68• Affichages sur écran en français ................................................................................ 69

AppendixPreparation



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For details on the use of each part, refer to the page number indicated in brackets.

Front view

Lithium batterycompartment door[p. 11]

Stereo microphone

Zoom lens

Cassette holder [p. 10]

Cassette compartment door [p. 10]

Cassette compartment door release [p. 10]

DC input jack[pp. 8, 9]

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Rear view

DV terminal [p. 44]

AV jack[pp. 21, 43]

GUIDE ON/OFFswitch [p. 23]

Operation button

Jack cover[pp. 21, 43, 44]

Power Zoom Wide angle/Telephoto control [p. 17]/VOLume control [p. 19]

LCD monitor

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Rear view

Bottom view

Wrist strap loop[p. 14]

Battery release [p. 7]

Battery mounting surface[p. 7]

Tripod adapter socket[p. 29]

GAMMA/BRIGHTER button

[pp. 25, 26, 35]

FADE button[p. 27]

SET button[p. 22]

STILL button [p. 29]

Power switch(CAMERA/VCRselect switch)[pp. 16, 19]

Speaker

MANUAL button[p. 5]

RECord START/STOPbutton [p. 16]

MENU button [pp. 5, 22]

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On-screen Display Index

For details on the use of each function, refer to the page number indicated.

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CAMERA mode

VCR mode

p. 18

pp. 16, 39

p. 30

p. 16

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p. 18

p. 47

p. 40p. 41p. 28

p. 24p. 32p. 30p. 30p. 33

p. 49p. 42p. 42p. 57p. 12

p. 48

p. 35p. 13p. 14

p. 36p. 46p. 47

p. 34p. 49p. 42

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Note:• See page 22 for procedures on how to display the desired screen.

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Manual screens

On-screen indicators on/off

Each time you press the MANUAL button, the screenchanges as shown below.

Focus setting screen(p. 37)

Normal screen

Menu screen

Indicators off

White balance screen(p. 39)

Exposure setting screen(p. 38)

Indicators on

Each time you press the MENU button, the screenchanges as shown below.• The example screens shown are for CAMERA mode.

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MANUAL button

MENU button

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Warning Indicators

If a warning indicator appears on the screen, follow the specified instructions.

Displayed for the first3 seconds

Displayed after3 seconds Description of warning

There is no video cassette in the camcorder.Insert a cassette (see page 10).

I NSERTA CASSE T TE.

BAT TERY I STOO LOW.

PROT EC T. TAB

CHANGE THECASSE TTE.

E J E CT THECASSE TTE.

E J E CT THECASSE TTE.

CASSE TTE NOTRECORDABL E.

The video cassette is defective and should beremoved (see page 10).

The erasure protect tab on the video cassettehas been slid to the record-protect position,preventing recording (see page 52).

The tape is about to end. Prepare a newcassette (see page 10).

THEENDS SOON.

TAPE

DEW

LAMP LAMP

DEW

The tape has reached the end. Replace it with anew cassette (see page 10).

The battery is almost depleted. Replace it with afully charged battery pack (see page 7).

Dew has formed inside the camcorder. Wait afew hours for the dew to dry away (seepage 54).About 10 seconds after this warning appears,the camcorder automatically turns off.

The video heads are clogged and should becleaned (see page 55).

The fluorescent lamp behind the LCD monitor isclose to the end of its service life. Call your localauthorized Sharp dealer to have it replaced.

TAPE END

TAPE END

Note:• N indicates a flashing display.

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Removing

1 Make sure that the Power switch is setto OFF.

2 Rotate the monitor section of thecamcorder (1), then press the batteryrelease (2). Slide the battery pack inthe direction of the arrow and take it out(3).

Cautions:• BEFORE REMOVING THE BATTERY PACK,

ALWAYS STOP RECORDING OR PLAYBACKAND TURN THE POWER OFF. Removing thebattery pack while shooting or during playbackmay damage the tape by causing it to wraparound the video head drum.

• Remove the battery pack from the camcorder ifyou will not use the camcorder for a long periodof time.

• Make sure that the battery pack is firmlyattached during operation. If it is not, the batterypack may come off or camcorder operation mayfall because of the poor contact pressure.

• To prevent damage to the battery pack whenremoving, be sure to firmly hold the battery packwhile pressing the release.

• Use only SHARP model BT-L225 or BT-L445battery packs with this camcorder. Use of otherbatteries may create a risk of fire or explosion.

Attaching and Removingthe Battery Pack

Attaching

1 Make sure that the Powerswitch is set to OFF.

2 Align the = mark on the side of thebattery pack with the = mark on thecamcorder (1), and slide the batterypack in the direction of the arrowcompletely until it locks into place (2).

Battery release

Power switch

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Charging the BatteryPack

1 Attach the battery pack on thecamcorder, and make sure that thePower switch is set to OFF.

2 Plug the AC adapter into a power outlet(1), then insert the DC plug into the DCinput jack (2).• The charge indicator lights up.

• The charge indicator turns off when thebattery is charged.

3 Remove the DC plug from the DC inputjack, then remove the AC adapter fromthe power outlet.

Notes:• Charge the battery pack between 50°F and

86°F (10°C and 30°C). The battery pack maynot charge properly at temperatures too lowor too high.

• The battery pack and charger become warmduring charging. This is not a malfunction.

• Using the zoom (see page 17) and otherfunctions or turning the power on and offfrequently will increase power consumption.This may result in a decrease in the actualrecording time compared to the maximumcontinuous recording time listed above.

• The charging time and recording time mayvary depending on the ambient temperatureand the condition of the battery pack.

• See page 53 for more information on using thebattery pack.

Caution:• Charge only SHARP model BT-L225 or BT-L445

battery packs. Other types of battery packs mayburst, causing personal injury and damage.

Extending battery pack life

Even when the battery pack is not used, thecapacity of the battery pack will naturallydeteriorate over time. To limit the deteriorationof the capacity, it is recommended to performthe following procedure at least once every sixmonths:

1Fully charge the battery pack.2Attach the battery pack to the camcorder,

and set the Power switch to CAMERAwithout inserting a cassette. Allow thebattery power to fully discharge by leavingit on the camcorder until the camcorderpower automatically turns off.

3Remove the battery pack and store itbetween 50°F and 68°F (10°C and 20°C).

BT-L225

Chargingtime

Batterypack

Max. continuousrecording time

Max. continuousplayback time

BT-L445

approx.2hr.

approx.3hr. 30min.

approx.1hr. 30min.

approx.1hr. 30min.

approx.3hr.

approx.3hr.

Charging time and maximum continu-ous recording and playback times

Charge indicatorTo power outlet

DC input jack

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Powering theCamcorder from an ACOutlet

You can also power the camcorder from apower outlet by using the supplied AC adapter.

Caution:• The supplied AC adapter is specially designed

for use with this camcorder, and should not beused as a power supply for other camcorders.

1 Make sure that the Power switch is setto OFF.

2 Plug the AC adapter into a power outlet(1), then insert the DC plug into the DCinput jack (2).• The camcorder is supplied power.

3 Hold down the Lock buttonand set the Power switch toCAMERA or VCR.

Note:• When using the AC adapter to power the

camcorder, the battery pack is not charged.

Cautions:• BEFORE REMOVING THE DC PLUG, ALWAYS

STOP RECORDING OR PLAYBACK AND TURNTHE POWER OFF. Removing the DC plug whileshooting or during playback may damage thetape by causing it to wrap around the videohead drum.

• Disconnect the camcorder from the AC adapterif you will not use the camcorder for a longperiod of time.

DC input jack

Lock button

To power outlet

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Inserting and Removinga Cassette

Inserting

1 Attach the power source to thecamcorder, then slide the cassettecompartment door release and open thecassette compartment door.• After confirmation sound, the cassette

holder extends and opens automatically.

2 Insert a commercially available cassettefully with the window facing outwards,and with the erasure protect tab facingupwards.

3 Press the W mark gently until thecassette holder clicks into place.• After confirmation sound, the cassette

holder retracts automatically.

4 Wait for the cassette holder to fullyretract. Close the compartment door bypressing the center until it clicks intoplace.

RemovingPerform step 1 above, then take out thecassette.

Cautions:• Do not try to close the cassette compartment

door while the cassette holder is extending orretracting.

• Be careful not to get your fingers caught in thecassette holder.

• Do not apply force to the cassette holder exceptwhen pressing the W mark to close it.

• Do not tilt the camcorder or hold it upside downwhen you are inserting or removing a cassette. Itmay damage the tape.

• Remove the cassette if you will not use thecamcorder for a long period of time.

• If you do not correctly close the cassette holderin step 3, the cassette protection mechanism ofthe camcorder might eject the cassette. If thishappens, repeat the insertion procedure.

• Do not attempt to pick up the camcorder by thecassette compartment door.

Notes:• If the battery power is too low, you may not be

able to eject the cassette. Replace the batterypack with a fully charged one.

• See page 52 for more information on the videocassette tapes intended for use with thiscamcorder.

SAVE

REC

Cassette compartmentdoor release

“W” mark

Erasure protect tab

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Installing the LithiumBattery

InstallingThe supplied lithium battery is used to store thememory of the date and time settings.

1 Slide the cassette compartment doorrelease and open the cassette compart-ment door.

Note:• The cassette holder will extend and open

when the camcorder is connected to apower source. Be sure to close the cassetteholder before proceeding to the next step(see page 10).

2 Pull out the lithium battery holder usinga pointed object such as the tip of aballpoint pen.

3 Insert the lithiumbattery into thebattery holder withthe H side of thebattery facing them side of theholder.

4 Push the battery holder back intoposition. Press the W mark gently,then close the cassette compartmentdoor by pressing the center until it clicksinto place.

RemovingPerform steps 1 and 2 above,then lift out the battery fromthe battery holder.

Notes on the Use of the Lithium battery

REPLACE BATTERY WITH TOSHIBA,MATSUSHITA OR HITACHI MAXELL TYPECR2025 ONLY. USE OF A DIFFERENTBATTERY MAY PRESENT A RISK OF FIRE OREXPLOSION.X KEEP THIS BATTERY AWAYFROM CHILDREN. IF SWALLOWED, CON-SULT A PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY FOREMERGENCY TREATMENT.Z BATTERY MAY EXPLODE IF MIS-USED OR INSTALLED WITH POLARITYREVERSED. DO NOT RECHARGE, DISAS-SEMBLE OR DISPOSE OF IN FIRE.

• Do not short-circuit, recharge, disassemble, orheat the lithium battery.

• Should the lithium battery leak, wipe the batterycompartment clean, and then insert a newbattery.

• The lithium battery will last about one year undernormal usage.

Lithium batteryholder

“m” mark

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Selecting the Languagefor the On-screenDisplay

This camcorder allows you to choose English,French or Spanish as the on-screen displaylanguage.

SettingWhen using the camcorder for the first time,select your on-screen display language byfollowing the steps below.

1 Hold down the Lock button and set thePower switch to CAMERA.• The language selection screen appears.

2 Press l or m on the operation buttonto select the desired language, thenpress the SET button.

Changing

1 In CAMERA mode, press the MENUbutton until the menu screen appears.

2 Press l or m on the operation buttonto select I, then press the SET button.

3 Press l or m to select “LANGUAGE”(“LANGUE” or “IDIOMA”), then press theSET button.• The language selection screen appears.

4 Press l or m to select the desiredlanguage, then press the SET button.• The menu screen displays in the

language selected.

5 Press the MENU button to turn off themenu screen.

Note:• The operation procedures in the following

sections are based on using the English on-screen displays.

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Operation button

SET button

Power switch

MENU button

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Setting the Date andTime

Example: Setting the date to June 2, 2003(JUN. 2. 2003) and the time to 10:30 am(10:30 AM).

Note:• Before performing the steps below, make sure

that the lithium battery has been installed (seepage 11).

1 Hold down the Lock buttonand set the Power switch toCAMERA.

2 Press the MENU button until the menuscreen appears.

3 Press the SET button.

4 Press l or m to select “JUN” (month),then press the SET button.

5 Press l or m to select “2” (day), thenpress the SET button.

6 Press l or m to select “2003” (year),then press the SET button.

7 Press l or m to select “10 AM” (hour),then press the SET button.

8 Press l or m to select “30” (minute),then press the SET button.• The internal clock now starts operating.


Note:• If the date and time have been set, the SETTING

1 screen (T) appears in step 2. Select“SETTING” in the CLOCK SET screen (P) usingthe Operation button and SET button.

JUN.1 2 0 0AM:

1 2 0 0 2.SE T T I NG

JUN.1 2 0 0AM:

2 2 0 0 2.SE T T I NG

JUN.1 2 0 0AM:

2 2 0 0 3.SE T T I NG

JUN.1 0 0 0AM:

2 2 0 0 3.SE T T I NG

JUN.1 0 3 0AM:

2 2 0 0 3.SE T T I NG


J AN. 1 2 01 2 0 0 AM:

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Lock button

Operation button

SET button

Power switch

MENU button

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Changing to the 24-hour TimeMode

1 After performing step 8 above, press lor m to select “12H/24H”, then press theSET button.

2 Press l or m to select “24H”, thenpress the SET button.


Notes:• The date and time, once set, are internally

recorded even when not displayed on thescreen.

• The menu screen automatically turns off if nosettings are made within five minutes.

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2 4H21 H 2 4H

Attaching the WristStrap

Attach the wrist strap to the wrist strap loop asshown below.

Caution:• Do not swing the camcorder by the strap.

Attaching the LensHood

When recording outdoors on a sunny day or ina location with bright lighting, attach thesupplied lens hood to the camcorder. Turn thelens hood in the direction of the arrow to attachit.

To remove it, turn it in the opposite direction.

Notes:• The lens cap can still be attached on top of the

lens hood.• Filters and other accessories cannot be attached

on the top of the lens hood.

Using the Lens Cap

Attach the strap to the lens cap as shownbelow.

Attach the strap of the lens cap to the wriststrap as shown below.

(Continued on the next page)

Wrist strap loop

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Tips on RecordingPositions

To create images that are easy to watch duringplayback, try to record with an upright postureand steady hand to prevent a shaky image.

Holding the camcorderPlace your right thumb close to the RECSTART/STOP button and Power Zoom control.Place your left thumb on the thumb rest on theleft side of the screen.

Basic posture

Shooting from a high angle

Shooting from a low angle

Always attach the lens cap over the lens whennot using the camcorder.

When recording, hang the lens cap on the wriststrap to keep the cap out of the way.

Turn the LCD monitor so thatthe screen faces upward.

Balance yourweight on bothlegs.

Turn the LCD monitor so that thescreen faces downward.

Take care not tocover the lens ormicrophone with

your finger.Place your elbowsagainst your sides.

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Easy Camera Recordingin Full Auto Mode

• Before you start recording, perform theoperations described on pages 7 through 15to prepare your camcorder for recording.

1 Remove the lens cap.

2 Hold down the Lock button and set thePower switch to CAMERA.• The picture from the lens now displays.• The camcorder is now ready to record

(Recording Standby mode).

Note:• If “AUTO” is not displayed at this time, set

the camcorder to Full Auto mode (see page39).


To pause recordingPress the REC START/STOP button again.Recording pauses, and the camcorder entersRecording Standby mode.

To turn the power offSet the Power switch to OFF without pressingthe Lock button.

Notes:• Battery power is consumed in Recording

Standby mode. Turn off the power if you will notbe recording again soon.

• If the camcorder remains in Recording Standbymode for more than 5 minutes, the power willautomatically turn off to save battery power andto protect the tape from being damaged. Toresume recording, set the Power switch to OFFand then back to CAMERA. (The camcorder willmake a confirmation sound when it is left inRecording Standby mode for about 4 minutes.)

BT-L225

Batterypack

Max. continuousrecording time

Actual recordingtime

BT-L445

approx.1hr. 30min.

approx.50min.

approx.3hr.

approx.1hr. 40min.

Maximum continuous recording andactual recording times

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REC

Note:• Using the zoom (see page 17) and other

functions or turning the power on and offfrequently will increase power consumption.This may result in a decrease in the actualrecording time compared to the maximumcontinuous recording time listed above.

Basic OperationsCamera Recording

Power switch

REC START/STOP button

Lock button

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Zooming

Zooming allows you to move visually closer toor farther from a subject without physicallychanging your position.When using the optical zoom, you can enlargethe subject up to 10K.

Zooming inPush the Power Zoom control to the T (tele-photo) side to get a close-up view (1).Zooming outPush the Power Zoom control to the W (wideangle) side to get a wide field of view (2).

• The zoom range indicator shows you the currentzoom setting.

• The zoom speed depends on how far you pushthe Power Zoom control.

Notes:• The camcorder is unable to focus when zooming

in on subjects within 5 feet (1.5 m). Thecamcorder will automatically zoom out until it isable to focus on the subject.

• See page 24 for how to use the digital zoom.

W T 3ZOOM

Auto Focus

The camcorder is preset to Auto Focus mode,which is designed to focus on most types ofsubjects. In Auto Focus mode, the camcorderautomatically focuses on the subject in thecenter of the scene. Always keep the subject inthe center of the scene.

Notes:• If no subject is in the center of the scene, the

focus area will expand and the subject nearestthe center will be focused on.

• If no subject is displayed, the camcorder willautomatically zoom out until a subject comesinto the frame.

• Auto Focus may not work in the situationsdescribed on page 37. In these situations, usethe manual focus function.

Macro Shots

This camcorder lets you shoot close-up imagesof small objects such as flowers and insects, ormake title frames for your videos. When youwant to record a magnified image of a subjectwhich is within approximately 5 feet (1.5 m) ofthe camcorder, do not zoom in on it. Instead,zoom out all the way by pushing the PowerZoom control to the W side, and then move thecamcorder closer to the subject until you obtainthe desired angle of view. The camcorder willautomatically focus on the subject when thelens is set for the widest angle.

Note:• When you are recording a macro shot, be sure

that the subject receives sufficient illumination.

Zoom range indicator

Power Zoom control

Power Zoomcontrol

Zooming in (when you want to centerattention on the subject)

Zooming out (when you want toincludes the surroundings)

Wideangle

Tele-photo

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Remaining BatteryPower Display

When using the camcorder with the batterypack as the power source, the remainingbattery power indicator is displayed. If thebattery power becomes very low, a warningindicator appears. Replace the battery pack.

Notes:• The remaining battery power indicator

appears when the on-screen indicators turnson.

• Use the remaining battery power indicator onlyas an approximate indication.

• The remaining battery power indicator maychange to either a higher or lower level if you setthe Power switch to OFF and then back toCAMERA or VCR.

• In cold environments, the red remaining batterypower indicator may appear sooner.

• Use of the zoom functions when the warningindicator is displayed may cause the camcorderto suddenly lose power.

The tape has reachedthe end.

THEENDS SOON.

TAPE

TAPE END

CHANGE THECASSE TTE.

TAPE END

Warning indicator Approx. remaining time

Less than 1 min.

3 0 min

BAT TERY I STOO LOW.

Remaining RecordingTime Display

When the camcorder is recording, an on-screen indicator displays the approximateremaining tape time in minutes.

Notes:• The remaining recording time indicator

appears when the on-screen indicators turnson.

• The remaining recording time indicatorappears 10 seconds after pressing the RECSTART/STOP button to begin recording.

• The remaining recording time indicator onlyshows the approximate time left. Also, it variesslightly depending on the length of tape used.(This function is based on the DVM60 tapestandard.)

When the remaining recording time reaches 1minute, a warning indicator will appear.Prepare a new cassette.

(Green)

Remaining recordingtime indicator

Warning indicator

(Green)

(Red)

Remaining batterypower indicator

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Playback

The LCD monitor screen functions as a handyplayback monitor. Nothing needs to beconnected, allowing instant on-screen play-back with the sound through the built-inspeaker.

1 Hold down the Lock buttonand set the Power switch toVCR.

2 Press j (or k) on the Operation buttonto rewind (or fast forward) the tape to thedesired point.

3 Press m to begin playback.

Note:• If you press the REC START/STOP button in VCR

mode, the “ ” mark appears and thecamcorder enters Recording Standby mode. Ifyou do not intend to record, press l to turn the“ ” mark off, then press m to begin playback.This will ensure your previous recording is noterased (see page 44).


To stop playbackPress l.

VOLUME

To turn the power offSet the Power switch to OFF without pressingthe Lock button.

Note:• The tape is automatically rewound when

playback reaches the end of the tape.

Volume Control

When the camcorder is in VCR mode, push theVolume control to the L or + side to increase(1) or decrease (2) the volume.

The volume level indicator will appear on theLCD screen during adjustment only. Once theVolume control is released, the volume levelindicator will disappear shortly afterwards.

Volume control

Decrease Increase

Lock button

Operation button

Power switch

Speaker

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Video Search

The video search function makes it easy tosearch for a desired scene on the tape.

Searching for a Scene Nearthe Current Tape Position

1 During playback, press k (or j) on theOperation button.• The playback picture fast forwards (or

reverses).

2 When you find the scene, press m toreturn to normal playback.

Searching for a Scene Far fromthe Current Tape Position

1 During fast forward (or rewind), pressand hold k (or j) on the Operationbutton.• The fast forward (or rewind) picture

displays.

2 If the scene is still rather far from thecurrent tape position, release theOperation button to normal fast forward(or rewind).

3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 above until youfind the scene.

4 Press m to begin normal playback.

Notes:• The sound is off during search.• You may experience picture noise during search.

This is not a malfunction.

Still

The still function allows you to pause playback.

During playback, press m on the Operationbutton.

To return to normal playback, press m again.

Notes:• The sound is off in Still mode.• To protect the tape, the camcorder automatically

returns to normal playback if it is left in Still modefor more than 5 minutes.

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Watching Playback on aTV

You can connect the camcorder to a TV toallow a larger audience to enjoy playback.

1 Open the jack cover on the camcorder(see page 2).

2 Connect the camcorder to your TV (orVCR) with the supplied audio/videocable, as shown.

Caution:• Check that the camcorder, TV, VCR and

other equipment to be used are turned offbefore making any connections. Picturenoise or malfunction may occur if any of theabove is left on while making a connection.

3 Turn on the TV and set it to the “AV” or“VIDEO” channel. (See the operationmanual 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 asyou normally do to view the signal fromthe VCR. (See the operation manuals ofyour TV and VCR.)

4 Set the Power switch on the camcorderto VCR, and begin playback (see page19).

Notes:• If your TV or VCR has only one audio input jack,

use the white plug for the audio connection onthe TV or VCR.

• Close the jack cover after use.

POWERTV/VCR SET UP

CHANNEL

REC

PLAY

STOP/ EJECT

PAUSE /STILL

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Jack cover

Yellow: To video input jackWhite: To audio input (L) jackRed: To audio input (R) jack

Audio/video cable (supplied)

To AV jack

The arrow shows the signal flow.

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Using the MenuScreens

Use the menu screens to adjust the variouscamcorder settings.

1 Set to the desiredcamcorder mode(CAMERA or VCR).• See page 4 for the

menu items you canselect in eachcamcorder mode.

• Steps 2 to 5 show how to change theDGTL ZOOM menu setting in CAMERAmode.


3 Press l or m on the Operation buttonto select the desired menu screen (Y),then press the SET button.

• You can press k, instead of the SETbutton.

4 Press l or m to select the desiredmenu item (DGTL ZOOM), then pressthe SET button.


5 Press l or m to select the desiredmenu setting, then press the SETbutton.


• To adjust another menu item, press l orm to select “RETURN” and press theSET button, then perform steps 3 to 5.

To turn off the menu screenPress the MENU button.

Notes:• Certain menu items are common to all

camcorder modes. If the BEEP menu item, forexample, is set to “OFF” in CAMERA mode, it willbe automatically set to “OFF” in VCR mode.

• The menu screen automatically turns off if nosettings are made within five minutes.

• Items that are not selectable are grayed out.

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Note:• The menu screen does not appear during

recording.

Power switch

Operation buttonMENU button

SET button

Lock button

Example

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Displaying theRecording Guide

This function helps you decide on the size ofthe subject occupying the screen. Select oneof five recording guides.

TypesCross: A cross mark at

the center of thescreen for placing thesubject at the center.

Focus: Focus bracketsfor guiding you to thefocus area.

Landscape: Grid linesdividing the screeninto 9 areas to helpyou with the horizontaland vertical composi-tion.

Snapshot: For captur-ing a small group offriends in a frame withsurrounding back-ground.

Portrait: Green framefitting a full-body viewand yellow framefitting an upper-bodyview.

Turning on the recording guideSet the GUIDE ON/OFF switchto ON.

Selecting the recording guidePress l or m on the Operation button.

To turn off the recording guide

Set the GUIDE ON/OFF switchto OFF.

Note:• When using manual focus, you cannot

change the recording guide.

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Setting the DigitalZoom

You can select three different zoom ranges: 1–10K (optical zoom), 10–40K (digital zoom) or10–300K (digital zoom). The digital zoomallows you to record powerful close-up pictureswith the same operation as normal zooming.

Notes:• The digital zoom is in addition to the optical

zoom giving a combined maximum zoom rangeof 1–300K.

• As the image is enlarged digitally, the picturequality decreases when higher digital zoomsettings are used.


2 Press l or m on the operation buttonto select Y, then press the SET button.

3 Press l or m to select “DGTL ZOOM”,then press the SET button.

4 Press l or m to select “40” or “300”,then press the SET button.


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To use optical zoom only

Select “OFF” in step 4 above.

Digital zoom indicator

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Gamma BrightnessCompensation

When the subject is backlit, the image willappear dark if it is recorded normally. Thegamma brightness compensation functionimproves the picture by increasing thebrightness of the subject while leaving thebrighter portion of the image unaffected.

In CAMERA mode, press the GAMMA/BRIGHTER button once.• “GAMMA” appears, indicating that Gamma

Brightness Compensation is now working.

To obtain a brighter picturePress the GAMMA/BRIGHTER button again.• The x indicator appears.

Note:• When the x indicator is displayed, the

background will become slightly brighter.

To cancel Gamma Brightness Compen-sation

Press the GAMMA/BRIGHTER button until“GAMMA” disappears.

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Gain-up

When you are recording in a dark or poorlyilluminated location, “LIGHT” is displayed onthe screen. Use the gain-up function to recorda brighter picture.

Note:• At locations where lighting is adequate, “LIGHT”

will not appear. The gain-up function cannot beused in this case.

In CAMERA mode, press the GAMMA/BRIGHTER button once.• “GAMMA” appears, indicating that the gain-

up function is now working.

To obtain a brighter picturePress the GAMMA/BRIGHTER button again.• The e indicator appears.

To cancel the gain-up function

Press the GAMMA/BRIGHTER button until“GAMMA” disappears.

Notes:• You may experience some picture noise in Gain-

up mode, which increases when the edisplays.

• When the e indicator displays, you may geta shadow image behind a subject that is movingaround a lot.

• Fine brightness adjustments are possible whenusing manual exposure (see page 38).

• Gain-up will cancel if you aim the camcorder in abright location.

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Fade In and Fade Out

The fade function allows you to gradually bringthe image and sound in or out at the beginningor end of a scene for creating scene transi-tions. This is especially effective in creating adramatic change in scenery.

Using

1 In CAMERA mode, press the FADEbutton.• “FADE” appears.

2 Press the REC START/STOP button tobegin recording.• The picture turns white, and the image

and sound fade in.

3 Press the REC START/STOP button atthe point where you wish to stoprecording.• The image and sound fade out as the

picture gradually turns white. Thecamcorder then returns to RecordingStandby mode.

To cancel Fade mode

Press the FADE button again in RecordingStandby mode.

To use Fade Out only

1 During camera recording, press theFADE button to display “FADE”.

2 Press the REC START/STOP button atthe point where you wish to stoprecording.

Note:• Fade mode automatically cancels after Fade

Out.

AU T OAU T O

F A DEF A DE

2 0 min3 0 min

AU T OAU T O

F A DE I NF A DER E C

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1 2 0 minmin3 0 min

AU T OAU T O

F A DE OU TOU TF A DE

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Fade in

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Quick Return

If while playing back your tape you want toquickly return to the last recorded scene andstart recording again, use the quick returnfunction.

1 In Recording Standby mode, press theMENU button until the menu screenappears.

2 Press l or m on the operation buttonto select T, then press the SET button.

3 Press l or m to select “QK. RETURN”,then press the SET button.

4 Press l or m to select “START”, thenpress the SET button.• “SEARCH” flashes, and the tape begins

fast forwarding or rewinding to the endof the last recorded scene.

• When the tape reaches the end of thelast recorded scene, “FINISHED” isdisplayed, and the camcorder entersRecording Standby mode.


Notes:• To cancel the quick return function while

“SEARCH” is flashing, press the SET buttontwice.

• Quick return will not work if you remove thecassette and reload it after recording or ifnothing has been recorded since loading.

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Edit Search

The edit search function lets you search,without switching from CAMERA mode to VCRmode, for the point on the tape where you wishto start recording next.

1 In Recording Standbymode, press and holddown j (reverse editsearch) or k (forwardedit search) on theOperation button.

2 When you find the point where you wantto 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 editsearch at 5.5 times the normal playback.

• You may experience picture noise during reverseedit search.

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You can record continuous still images ofsubjects.

1 In Recording Standby mode,press the STILL button fully.• A still image of the subject is

displayed.

2 Press the REC START/STOP button.• The still image of the

subject will be recorded.

To pause recording

Press the REC START/STOP button.

To cancel the still image

Press the STILL button fully.

Notes:• Still Recording can also be used during

recording by pressing the STILL button fully.• The picture quality in Still Recording function will

be slightly lower than normal pictures.

Attaching the SuppliedTripod Adapter

Attach the supplied tripod adapter when usinga tripod with the camcorder.

1 Align the tripod adapter with the tripodadapter socket on the bottom of thecamcorder, then rotate as shown below.

2 Attach tripod to tripod socket.

Note:• You cannot use the supplied tripod adapter, if

the alignment pin is not retractable.

Tripod socket

Tripod adapter socket

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The wide screen function lets you recordscenes with the wide-screen feel of a movieshown in a theater. The top and bottom of thepicture are masked with black bands toproduce an effective screen aspect ratio of16:9.



3 Press l or m to select “16:9”, thenpress the SET button.

4 Press l or m to select “ON”, then pressthe SET button.• The picture is displayed with the top and

bottom portions masked.


To return to normal screen


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Digital ImageStabilization (DIS)

The digital image stabilization (DIS) functionallows you to stabilize the image by electroni-cally compensating for relatively minor imageshaking that is often annoying in close-upshots.



3 Press l or m to select “DIS”, thenpress the SET button.

4 Press l or m to select “ON”, then pressthe SET button.

5 Press the MENU button to turn off themenu screen.• The DIS indicator only appears when the

on-screen indicators are turned on.

To cancel DIS function

Select “OFF” in step 4 above. The z indicatorwill 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 DISfunction. The picture will appear more naturalwhen the DIS function is off.

Wide screenNormal screen

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Self Recording

Rotate the LCD monitor 180° vertically so thatthe screen faces the other way and the subjectcan monitor the shot while you are recording.

If the camcorder is steadied, you can recordyourself in the scene by watching yourself onthe LCD monitor.

1 Set the Power switch to CAMERA.

2 Rotate the monitor section 180°vertically.• A mirror image of the subject displays

on the LCD monitor.


Cautions:• Do not rotate the monitor section to the self

recording position during recording or playback.• For recording in Self Recording mode, be

sure to rotate the monitor section, NOT thelens section. If you hold the camcorderupside down with the lens at the bottom, thesubject will be recorded upside down.

More Information on Self Re-cording• The screen image automatically inverts when the

monitor rotation is between 135° and 200°. Whenthe monitor section is turned back to the normalposition, the image returns to normal.

• You can play back images while the monitor is inthe self recording position. Set the camcorder toVCR mode. The Operation button still retains itsfunction as during normal playback, for example,m on the Operation button works as the Playbutton.

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Recording in LP (LongPlay Recording) Mode

This camcorder allows you to record in LP(Long Play Recording) mode for approximately50% more recording time with the same picturequality as that in SP (Standard Play Recording)mode.



3 Press l or m to select “TAPE SPEED”,then press the SET button.

4 Press l or m to select “LP”, then pressthe SET button.

5 Press the MENU button to turn off themenu screen.• The long play recording mode indicator

only appears when the on-screenindicators are turned on.

To return to SP mode

Select “SP” in step 4 above.

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L PAU T O

4 5 min

Notes on the use of LP mode• To record in LP mode, be sure to use a Mini

DV cassette labeled for use with LP mode.• Frozen images, mosaic-pattern picture noise,

audio interruptions or audio loss may occur inthe following cases:—When using a tape which is not designated

for use with LP mode.—When a tape recorded in LP mode under

high temperature conditions is playedback.

—When a tape recorded in LP mode with thecamcorder is played back on a Mini DVplayer or camcorder from another manu-facturer.

—When a tape recorded in LP mode isplayed back on a Mini DV player orcamcorder without an LP function.

• Audio dubbing is not possible with LP moderecording.

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Selecting the 16-bitAudio Recording Mode

The camcorder normally records audio in the12-bit audio recording mode. For higher-qualityaudio recording, select the 16-bit audiorecording mode.



3 Press l or m to select “AUDIO MODE”,then press the SET button.

4 Press l or m to select “16bit”, thenpress the SET button.

5 Press the MENU button to turn off themenu screen.• The 16-bit audio recording mode

indicator only appears when the on-screen indicators are turned on.

To return to 12-bit audio recordingmode

Select “12bit” in step 4 above.

Note:• When using Audio Dubbing with 16-bit audio

recordings, both the dubbed and originalsounds will be recorded in mono (see page 45).

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Using the RemoteControl (Not supplied)

The remote control (RRMCG0084TASA) is notsupplied with this camcorder. Contact thenearest SHARP service center or your dealerfor purchasing as a specified part.

Installing the Batteries

1 Open the battery compartment cover.

2 Insert the two commercially available AA(R6 or UM/SUM-3) batteries with thebattery poles positioned as indicated.

3 Place the cover.

Activating

1 In VCR mode, press the MENU buttonuntil the menu screen appears.


3 Press l or m to select “REMOTE”,then press the SET button.



OperatingAim the remote control at the remote sensor ofthe camcorder, and press the control buttons tooperate.

Notes:• Do not use old and new batteries together or

batteries of different brands together.• Be careful not to expose the remote sensor to

direct sunlight or strong interior lighting, as thismay prevent the remote control from operatingproperly.

• Be sure that there are no obstacles between theremote control and the remote sensor.

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Remote sensor

Approximate operatingrange of remote control

ZOOM buttons (W/T)

SLOW button

PLAY button

STOP button

PAUSE/STILL button

REW button

FF button

VOLUME +/L buttons


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Displaying the Date andTime of Recording

Follow the procedure below to display the date,or both the date and time, of recording on thescreen. You can display the date and timeduring both recording and playback.

• The example screens shown are for CAMERAmode.


2 Press l or m on the operation buttonto select P, then press the SET button.

3 Press l or m to select “DISPLAY”, thenpress the SET button.

4 Press l or m to select “DATE” or“DATEHTIME”, then press the SETbutton.

5 Press the MENU button until the date (ordate and time) displays.

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 notbeen set, the display will be left blank whenplaying back the recording. (The display will alsobe left blank for unrecorded or damagedportions of the tape.)

• In VCR mode, the current date and time aredisplayed when the tape is not being playedback.

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D I SPL AY DATE + T I ME

AU T O3 0 min

3002.203 MA:01

J UN.


GAMMA 1GAMMA 1

GAMMA 2GAMMA 2


Gamma Playback

The gamma playback function improves theplayback picture in VCR mode by increasingthe brightness of the subject while leaving thebrighter portions of the image unaffected.

During playback, press the GAMMA/BRIGHTER button once.• “GAMMA1” appears, and the picture becomes

brighter.

To obtain a brighter picture, press the GAMMA/BRIGHTER button again.• “GAMMA2” appears.

To cancel Gamma Playback

Press the GAMMA/BRIGHTER button until“GAMMA1” and “GAMMA2” disappear.

Note:• Gamma Playback has no effect during still

playback.


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Picture Effect Playback

These picture effects let you play back imageswith a more dramatic effect.

4 Press l or m to select the desiredpicture effect, then press the SETbutton.


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B/W: The picture is displayed in black-and-white.

SEPIA: The picture is displayed in sepiacolor similar to that of an old photograph.

SOLARI: The contrast of the subject isenhanced, creating a unique artisticimage.

NEGA: The blacks and whites of the imageare reversed and colors of the image areinverted.

BLUE: The picture is displayed with theeffect of playback through a blue filter.

1 During playback, press the MENUbutton until the menu screen appears.

2 Press l or m on the operation buttonto select V, then press the SET button.

3 Press l or m to select “PIC. EFFECT”,then press the SET button.

To cancel Picture Effect Playback


Note:• Images in Picture Effect Playback mode cannot

be transferred via DV cable to a personalcomputer.

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Manual Focus

Auto Focus may not be able to focus on thesubject in the situations shown below. In suchsituations, set the camcorder to Manual Focusmode and focus manually.

1 In CAMERA mode, press the MANUALbutton until the focus setting screenappears.

2 Adjust the Power Zoom control to framethe subject as you desire.

3 Press m or l to focus on the subject.m: To focus on a more distant subjectl: To focus on a closer subject

4 Press the MANUAL button until thenormal screen appears.• “MF” appears.

To return to Auto Focus mode

Press the SET button while the focus settingscreen is displayed.

Notes:• The camcorder may not be able to focus

correctly if the subject is closer than approxi-mately 5 feet (1.5 m). Set the zoom control towide angle, and try refocusing again.

• If the lens is dirty or fogged, the camcorder maynot be able to focus correctly.

• When “MF” is displayed, you can manuallyadjust the focus by pressing l or m, even if thefocus setting screen is not displayed.

Fast-speed shutter being usedunder fluorescent lighting.

Subject is too dark. Lack of contrast, e.g. snowscene.

Fast-moving subject. Background is too bright.

Subject has horizontal stripes. Subject is being shot througha dirty or wet window.

Light reflects off the subject. Two subjects at different distancesoverlap in the same scene.

Subject has fine, repeatedpatterns.

Subjects at different distancesappear in the center of the

scene at the same time.


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To return to Auto Exposure mode

Press the SET button while the exposure settingscreen is displayed.

Note:• Manual Exposure mode will cancel if a scene

setting is selected thereafter.

Manual Exposure

The camcorder is preset to Auto Exposuremode, which automatically selects the optimalaperture. However, when there is too muchcontrast in brightness between the subject andbackground, you may not be able to record aclear image. In this case, use the manualexposure function to correct the exposure level.

Background is too bright and subject toodark (backlit subject).• Increase the exposure level to allow more light

through the lens.

Subject is too bright against background.• Decrease the exposure level to allow less light

through the lens.

1 In CAMERA mode, press the MANUALbutton until the exposure setting screenappears.

2 Press m or l to select the desiredexposure level.• The number shown is the selected

exposure level. The adjustment range isfrom +5 (least light) to L5 (most light).

3 Press the MANUAL button until thenormal screen appears.

A U T OE X P O SU R E A U T O

MA NUA LE X P O SU R E + 2

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White Balance Lock

The color of the subject on the screen looksdifferent depending on lighting conditions.Lock the White Balance if the Auto WhiteBalance does not work properly.

1 In CAMERA mode, press the MANUALbutton until the white balance settingscreen appears.

2 Aim the lens at a white object.• Adjust the distance of the object so that

the entire screen is white.

3 Press the SET button to set the whitebalance lock.• “LOCK” flashes during the locking

procedure.

Note:• If you move the camcorder while “LOCK” is

flashing, “LOCK” may not stop flashing. Ifthis occurs, press the SET button to cancelthe procedure, and then repeat step 3.

4 Press the MANUAL button until thenormal screen appears.

A U T OWH I T E B A L . A U T O

MA NU A LL OC KWH I T E B A L .

To return to Auto White Balance mode

Press the SET button while the white balancesetting screen is displayed.

Note:• White Balance setting will cancel if a scene

setting is selected thereafter.

Setting the Camcorderto Full Auto mode

To easily record good-quality images, performcamera shooting in Full Auto mode. If “AUTO”is not displayed on the screen, the camcorderis in Manual mode. Perform the procedurebelow to cancel all manual settings and set thecamcorder to Full Auto mode.

In CAMERA mode, press and holddown the MANUAL button for 2second.• “FULL AUTO” flashes, then stop

flashing when the camcorder is setto Full Auto mode.

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Digital Picture Effects

These digital picture effects let you record thesubject with a more dramatic effect.

4 Press l or m to select the desireddigital picture effect, then press the SETbutton.• The selected digital picture effect

displays on the menu screen.


To cancel the digital picture effect


Note:• Digital picture effects cannot be used when a

still image is displayed.

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B WP I C. E F FECTTypesB/W: To record in black-and-white.SEPIA: To record in sepia color similar to

that of an old photograph.SOLARI: To record with enhanced contrast,

creating a unique artistic image.NEGA: To record a picture whose blacks

and whites of the image are reversed andcolors of the image are inverted.

BLUE: To record with the effect of recordingthrough a blue filter.



3 Press l or m to select “PIC. EFFECT”,then press the SET button.

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Scene Menu(Program AE)

You can set the camcorder to the shootingmode that will create the best results for aspecific situation. Just select one of four scenesettings shown below. The camcorder willautomatically set the exposure, white balance,and shutter speed to produce the optimumpicture quality for the selected situation.

4 Press l or m to select the scenesetting that best fits the recordingsituation, then press the SET button.• The selected scene setting displays on

the menu screen.

5 Press the MENU button to turn off themenu screen.• The selected scene setting indicator

displays when the on-screen indicatorsare turned on.

To cancel the scene setting


Note:• Scene settings cannot be used when

displaying a still image.

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S P OR T

TypesSPORT: When you want to record a fast-

moving subject.SUNLIGHT: When the background is very

bright.DUSK: When you want to faithfully record

the red of the setting sun, and thesurrounding twilight.

PARTY: When the illumination is from aspotlight or candle.



3 Press l or m to select “SCENEMENU”, then press the SET button.

Scene setting indicator

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Using the Time Code

The time code shows the hour, minute andsecond of recording, and the frame number(1 frame = approx. 1/30 sec.). This is automati-cally recorded along with the subject when youare recording on the tape. You can display thetime code on the screen as an accuratecounter in both VCR and CAMERA modes.

Display format

• The example screens shown are for VCR mode.

1 During playback or camera recording,press the MENU button until the menuscreen appears.


3 Press l or m to select “TIME CODE”,then press the SET button.

4 Press l or m to select “DISP. ON”, thenpress the SET button.

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5 Press the MENU button to turn off themenu screen.• The time code appears when the on-

screen indicators are turned on.

To turn off the time code

Select “DISP. OFF” in step 4 above.

Note:• When the tape reaches an unrecorded section,

the time code returns to zero (TC0:00:00). Oncerecorded, the time code cannot be changed.

Displaying the time code on aTV during playback

1 In VCR mode, press the MENU buttonuntil the menu screen appears.


3 Press l or m to select “TC OUT”, thenpress the SET button.



D I SP. ONT IME CODE

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* Displayed during stillplayback.

Frame number*

Second

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Editing

Video editing lets you refine your videos byremoving unwanted sequences from your tape,or transposing one sequence with another.This camcorder lets you monitor the sourceprogram on the built-in LCD monitor withouthaving to connect it to an external TV or videomonitor.

Connect the camcorder to a VCR with thesupplied audio/video cable, as shown.

Cutting Unwanted Sequences

1 Play back the tape to be edited on thecamcorder, and locate the beginningand end of the sequence you wish tocut. Write down the time code reading atthe beginning and end of that sequence(see page 42). Then, rewind the tape tobefore the beginning of the portion thatyou wish to keep.

2 Load a video cassette into the recordingVCR.

3 Press m on the camcorder to beginplayback, then press the Record buttonon the VCR to begin recording.

4 Press the Pause/Still button on the VCRto pause recording when the sourcetape reaches the beginning of thesequence to be cut.

5 Press the Pause/Still (or Record) buttonon the VCR to resume recording whenthe source tape reaches the end of thesequence to be cut.

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POWERTV/VCR SET UP

CHANNEL

REC

PLAY

STOP/ EJECT

PAUSE /STILL

To stop editing

Press l on the camcorder and press the Stopbutton 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 inthe camcorder.

• The time code display will be recorded alongwith the edited sequences if the TC OUT menuitem is set to “ON”. Set to “OFF” before editing(see page 42).

Notes:• See page 2 for how to open the jack cover.• If your VCR has only one audio input jack, use

the white plug for the audio connection on theVCR.

To AV jack

Recording

Yellow: To video input jackWhite: To audio input (L) jackRed: To audio input (R) jack

Audio/video cable (supplied)

Playback

The arrow shows the signal flow.

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Editing with the DVTerminal (IEEE1394)

This camcorder enables you to perform digitalvideo editing. Connect the camcorder to videoequipment with a DV terminal using a commer-cially available DV cable. A DV cable is able totransfer all dubbing signals including videoand audio.

To Record to Video EquipmentSee “Cutting Unwanted Sequences” on page43, using the video equipment as the recordingsource.

Note:• Make sure that the video equipment to which

you are recording can input dubbing signals viathe DV terminal.

To Record from Video Equip-ment

1 Set the camcorder to VCR mode, andinsert a Mini DV cassette.

2 Begin playback on the video equipmentconnected to the camcorder.• Check the camcorder screen to see if

the picture is properly received.

3 Press the REC START/STOP button onthe camcorder.• The camcorder enters Recording

Standby mode.

4 Press m on the Operation button tobegin recording.

To stop recording

Press l on the Operation button.

Cutting Unwanted Sequences

1 Press m to pause recording when thesource tape reaches the beginning ofthe sequence to be cut.

2 Press m to resume recording when thesource tape reaches the end of thesequence to be cut.

Notes:• Make sure that the video equipment from which

you are recording can output dubbing signalsvia the DV terminal.

• If the video equipment is not set to playbackmode or the DV cable is not properly connected,“NO SIGNAL” is displayed on the camcorderscreen.

• If no picture or sound is input to the camcordereven if the DV cable is properly connected andyou are playing back the source media from thevideo equipment, set the Power switch on thecamcorder to OFF and then back to VCR, ordisconnect the DV cable and connect it again.

• If a digital video recording with a copyrightprotection signal is used as the playback source,“COPYRIGHT PROTECTED.” appears on thecamcorder monitor and the recording function isdisabled (see page 51).

• When displaying the playback picture on therecording equipment, you may find black bandsaround the image. This is caused by thedifferences of the image display sizes.

• You cannot output the picture playing back fromthe DV terminal to an external monitor.

To DV terminal

To DV terminal

DV cable (commercially available)

Video equipmentwith DV terminal

(e.g. DV camcorder)

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You can add narration to recordings made withthis camcorder, while preserving the originalaudio and video recordings.

Microphone for Audio Dubbing

You can use the built-in stereo microphone torecord narration.

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 cable isconnected.

Audio Recording

In normal recording mode

12-bit audio recordingThe audio is recorded in stereo on Audio 1.

Audio 1: Stereo (left and right) soundAudio 2: No audio

16-bit audio recordingThe audio is recorded in stereo with the left andright sound on two separate channels.

Audio 1: Left soundAudio 2: Right sound

In Audio Dubbing mode

12-bit audio recordingThe dubbed audio is recorded on Audio 2.

Audio 1: Original stereo (left and right) soundAudio 2: Dubbed stereo (left and right) sound

16-bit audio recordingThe dubbed audio is recorded on Audio 2 overthe original right sound. Both dubbed andoriginal sounds are mono.

Audio 1: Original left soundAudio 2: Dubbed sound

Note:• You can select the 12-bit or 16-bit audio

recording mode by performing the procedure onpage 33.

Built-in stereo microphone

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Audio Dubbing

1 Play back the recorded Mini DV cassetteand locate the tape position where youwish to start audio dubbing.

2 Press m to pause playback.



5 Press l or m to select “AUDIO DUB”,then press the SET button.• The audio dubbing screen appears.

6 Press the SET button to begin audiodubbing. Record your narration.

To pause audio dubbing

Press the SET button. To resume audiodubbing, press the SET button again.

To cancel audio dubbing

Press the MENU button. The audio dubbingscreen disappears.

If you wish to change thedubbed audio or dub additionalscenes

1 Press the MENU button to turn off theaudio dubbing screen.

2 Repeat steps 1 to 6 above.

Notes:• It is recommended that you use Audio Dubbing

only with recordings made with this camcorder.Use of recordings made with other digital videoequipment may result in poor audio quality.

• Audio dubbing will automatically pause if theoriginal audio changes from 12-bit mode to 16-bit mode or vice versa. Press the SET button toresume operation.

• Audio dubbing will automatically stop if a portionrecorded in LP mode or an unrecorded portionof the tape is encountered.

• You can play back the dubbed audio and theoriginal audio together or separately (see page47).

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Selecting the AudioPlayback Mode

You can select any of the following audioplayback 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 channelonly)

• 16-bit recording in mono (left channel only)Audio 2

• 12-bit recording in stereo (Audio 2 channelonly)

• 16-bit recording in mono (right channelonly)

1 Play back a Mini DV cassette withdubbed audio.



4 Press l or m to select “AUDIO”, thenpress the SET button.

5 Press l or m to select the desiredaudio playback mode, then press theSET button.

6 Press the MENU button to turn off themenu screen.• The selected audio playback mode

indicator only appears when the on-screen indicators are turned on.

Note:• The audio playback mode indicator, “AUDIO”,

displays in different colors depending on therecording mode (12- or 16-bit) used for therecording being played back. A white displayindicates 12-bit recording mode, while a greenindicates 16-bit.

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Picture/BacklightAdjustments

If the picture is difficult to see due to ambientlight or other factors, adjust the monitor picturesettings.

• The example screens shown are for CAMERAmode.

Adjusting the Picture


2 Press l or m on the operation buttonto select O, then press the SET button.

3 Press l or m to select “LCD BRIGHT”or “LCD COLOR”, then press the SETbutton.

4 Press l or m to adjust the item to thedesired setting.

5 Press the SET button, then press theMENU button to turn off the menuscreen.

Note:• When adjusting the color, the picture on the LCD

monitor may differ from the picture actuallyrecorded. Do not change the color setting unlessnecessary. (This adjustment only affects themonitor picture, not the recorded image.)

Adjusting the Backlight


2 Press l or m on the operation buttonto select O, then press the SET button.

3 Press l or m to select “BACKLIGHT”,then press the SET button.

4 Press l or m to select “AUTO”,“NORMAL”, “BRIGHT” or “OFF”, thenpress the SET button.

AUTO: The camcorder automaticallyswitches between “NORMAL” and“BRIGHT” depending on the ambientlight. This mode is only available inCAMERA mode.

NORMAL: For use indoors or undermoderate lighting conditions.

BRIGHT: For use outdoors understrong lighting conditions, such asbright daylight.

OFF: The backlight turns off. To turn iton again, press the MENU button.



A U T O


A U T ONORMA LB R I GH TOF F

BACKL I GHT BR I GHT

LCD BR I GHT

LCD COLORDecrease

Darker Brighter

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Turning off theConfirmation Sound

A confirmation sound is made when you turnon or off the Power switch, press the RECSTART/STOP button, or perform other desig-nated operations. Use the procedure below toturn off the confirmation sounds.



3 Press l or m to select “BEEP”, thenpress the SET button.

4 Press l or m to select “OFF”, thenpress the SET button.


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Position the subject inthe center.

Focus manually when youneed to position the

subject off center (seepage 37).

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Useful Information

Hints for Better Shooting• Position the subject in the center of the

scene. When using auto focus, whatever is inthe center of the scene is kept in focus.

• Avoid backlit subjects. For the best picture,shoot with the light source behind you.When the background is brighter than thesubject, the subject often becomes too dark.If you have to record in this lighting, useGamma Brightness Compensation or correctthe exposure level to improve the picture (seepages 25 and 38).

• Before zooming, think about how to bestframe the shot. Frequent zooming producesunattractive pictures. It also runs down thebattery more quickly.

• When image shaking is noticeable duringzoomed-in telephoto shooting, use a tripod orpush the Power Zoom control to the W side tozoom out.

• Horizontal panning (lateral movement) andtilting (vertical movement) should be doneslowly to emphasize the wide expanse of ascene or the height of a building, and tomake scenes easy to watch during playback.

• Use a wide-angle setting for fast-movingsubjects.

Note:• It may take longer to focus when zooming and

panning are used frequently.

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LightingFor clear, good-quality recording, 500 to100,000 lux is needed. Recording is possiblewith less light, but the picture quality maysuffer. Adequate lighting is also essential forcorrect white balance.

Note:• The figures in the chart are approximations.

Situation(Lux)

Blue sky

Clear day at noon (100,000)

Clear day at 10 am (65,000)

Clear day at 3 pm (35,000)Cloudy day at noon (32,000)Cloudy day at 10 am (25,000)

Cloudy day, one hour after sunrise (2,000)Clear day, one hour before sunset (1,000)Fluorescent light near window (1,000)

Factory floor (700–800)Sales counter in department store (500–700)Bowling alley (500)Library (400–500)Office with fluorescent lighting (400–500)

Fluorescent desk lamp (400)Flashlight at 3 ft (1 m) (250)Shop stairway (100)

During intermission at movie theater (15–35)Cigarette lighter at 1 ft (30 cm) (15–20)Candles on birthday cake at 8 inches (20 cm)(10–15)

Candlelight

Brightness(Lux)

100,000

10,000

1,000

100

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Tips on good lighting

In most outdoor, daytime scenes, naturallighting is adequate for home videos. Indoors,however, artificial lighting is usually required.Video lights with halogen lamps provide themost natural artificial light over a long operatinglife.

Optimal lighting range

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DV TechnologyDigital video (DV) is a revolutionary technologythat enables recording and playback of highquality images with the use of special digitalfeatures previously unavailable with conven-tional analog formats.

DV and conventional video cassettetapes

There are two kinds of DV-format videocassette tapes: the Mini DV cassette and thelarger DV cassette used for extended playbackand recording. This camcorder only operateswith Mini DV cassettes. DV cassettes cannotbe used. Be sure to use Mini DV cassettes withthe i mark.

This product incorporates copyrightprotection technology that is protected bymethod claims of certain U.S. patents andother intellectual property rights owned byMacrovision Corporation and other rightsowners. Use of this copyright protectiontechnology must be authorized byMacrovision Corporation, and is intendedfor home and other limited viewing usesonly unless otherwise authorized byMacrovision Corporation. Reverse engineer-ing or disassembly is prohibited.

Mini DV cassette DV cassette

8 mm cassette

Note:• This camcorder reproduces the highest picture

quality when used with an ME tape. It isrecommended you use an ME tape for high-quality recording and playback.

8 mm, VHS, and Beta cassettes cannot beused for playback or recording with thiscamcorder.

Copyright ProtectionThe digital VCR has far superior recording andplayback ability than the traditional analogVCR, and in order to protect digital videosoftware copyrights, a system for managingcopyrights has been established. Some digitalvideo recording with pre-recorded copyrightprotection signals can still be played back onthis camcorder. If you play a digital videorecording that has a copyright protection signalon video equipment with a DV terminal andattempt to record a copy of that software onthis camcorder, “COPYRIGHT PROTECTED.”appears on the screen and the recording isdisabled.

VHS cassette Beta cassette

COPYR I GHTPROT ECT ED.

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Mini DV Cassette

Precautions when using a Mini DVcassette

• Be sure to use only Mini DV cassettes with thei mark.

• This camcorder can record and play backusing Mini DV cassettes with cassettememory, but it cannot record or play back thismemory.

• To record in LP mode, use a Mini DV cassettelabeled for use with LP mode.

• Do not insert anything into the holes on thebottom of the Mini DV cassette or block themin any way.

• Avoid placing the Mini DV cassette in an areaconducive to dust or mold.

• Do not place the Mini DV cassette nearmagnetic sources such as electric clocks ormagnetic devices as this may adverselyaffect recorded material.

• When a previously recorded Mini DV cassetteis used again for recording, the previouslyrecorded material will be automaticallyerased.

• The Mini DV cassette will not operate ifinserted in the wrong direction.

• Do not repeatedly insert and eject the Mini DVcassette without running the tape as this maycause uneven tape winding and damage thetape.

• Do not place the Mini DV cassette in directsunlight, near strong heat sources, or in areaswith excessive steam.

• Store the Mini DV cassette in its case andstand it in an upright position.

• If the tape is not properly wound, rewind thetape.

• Do not drop the Mini DV cassette or subject itto excessive shocks.

To protect recordings against acciden-tal erasure

Slide the protect tab on the rear of the Mini DVcassette to the “SAVE” position.

To record over a previously recorded tape,slide the protect tab to the “REC” position.

Erasure protect tab

AC Adapter• 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 ex-

tremely hot places.

Replacing the FluorescentLamp

This camcorder uses a fluorescent lamp tobacklight the LCD monitor. If the monitorbecomes dark or difficult to view, the fluores-cent lamp may need to be replaced. Contactthe nearest SHARP service center or yourdealer for further advice.

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Storage

• Store the battery pack in a fully dischargedstate.

• Store the battery pack in a dry, cool place.• When storing a fully charged battery pack,

put the cover on it so that the “CHARGE”mark printed on the label is seen through thewindow, as shown.

When storing a battery pack that is not fullycharged, put the cover upside down so thatonly the battery pack casing can be seenthrough the window.

Cautions:• Improper handling of the battery pack may

present a risk of fire or explosion. Pay closeattention to the following:—Do not allow metallic objects to come in

contact with the terminals. This can cause ashort circuit.

—Do not disassemble or repair the battery packby yourself.

—Do not use any battery charging equipmentother than that designed for use with thesebattery packs.

—Do not place the battery pack under directsunlight or in excessively hot places (over140°F or 60°C) such as the dashboard ofcars.

—Do not expose the battery pack to moisture orwater.

—Do not drop the battery pack or subject it tostrong force.

—Keep the battery pack out of reach ofchildren.

—Dispose of used battery packs promptly. Donot dispose of them in fire.

• To protect the terminals, put the cover on thebattery pack when it is not in use.

Notes:• The battery pack will become warm during

charging and use. This is not a malfunction.• The battery pack has a limited service life. If the

period of use becomes noticeably shorter with anormal charge, the battery pack is at the end ofits service life. Replace it with a new battery pack.

• If the terminals of the battery pack are dirty, wipethe terminals with a soft, dry cloth.

Battery PackThis camcorder uses a lithium-ion type batterypack.

Charging

• Charge the battery pack immediately (or aday) before use. The battery pack graduallyself-discharges even if stored in a fullycharged state.

• Charge the battery pack between 50°F and86°F (10°C and 30°C).

• Fully charge the battery pack. Use of aninsufficiently charged battery pack willshorten actual time of use.

• Refresh (discharging before charging) isunnecessary.

Use

• To conserve battery power, be sure to turn offthe camcorder power when not in use.

• Battery consumption may vary depending onthe condition of use. Recording with manystarts and stops, frequent zooming, andrecording in low temperatures will shortenactual recording times.

• Use of a weak battery pack may cause lossof power while operating the camcorder. Usea fully charged battery pack to protect boththe battery pack and the unit.

• It is recommended that you have enoughbattery packs on hand to handle two or threetimes your estimated recording time. Seepage 16 for the approximate times of actualrecording for the battery packs.Battery power is consumed even when thecamcorder power is turned off. If you are notgoing to use your camcorder immediately,remove the battery pack (see page 7).

Note:• Use only SHARP BT-L225 or BT-L445 battery

packs. These are designed specifically for usewith this camcorder.

CHARGE

Battery pack

Label

Cover

Window

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Dew Formation• What is “dew formation”?

When cold water is poured into a glass, dewdrops form on the glass. This clinging ofwater drops is called dew formation.

• When dew forms in your camcorder.Dew will gradually form on the head drum ofyour camcorder and make the video tapestick to the head. This causes damage bothto the head and the tape. When dew forms,recording and playback may not functionproperly.Dew is likely to form in the following circum-stances:—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 air conditioned room or car.—When placing the

camcorder in the directpath of air blowing froman air conditioner.

—When placing thecamcorder in a humidroom.

• “Dew” warning featureIf dew forms, the word “DEW” flashes on thescreen, and the power will automatically turnoff in approximately 10 seconds.

1If “DEW” flashes, remove the cassette,leave the cassette compartment open, andwait for a few hours to allow the camcorderto acclimate to the surrounding tempera-ture.

2To use the camcorder again, turn on thepower after waiting for a few hours. Be surethat “DEW” has disappeared.

3Do not insert a cassette while “DEW” isflashing; this may result in damage to thetape.

4Since dew forms gradually, it may take 10to 15 minutes before the dew warningfeature engages.

• How to prevent trouble.When using the camcorder in a place wheredew is likely to form, allow the camcorder andthe video tape to acclimate to the surround-ings for about one hour.For example, when bringing the camcorderindoors after skiing, place it in a plastic bag.

1Be sure to tightly seal the plastic bagcontaining the camcorder.

2Remove the bag when the air temperatureinside it reaches the temperature of theroom.

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Dirty Video HeadsWhen the video heads have become cloggedwith dirt (dust and tape coating particles),

• mosaic-like noise appears on the playbackpicture. (see above illustration)

• playback pictures do not move.• during playback, the whole screen becomes

blue.

Using a Cleaning Tape (CommerciallyAvailable)

You can clean the video head with a commer-cially available cleaning tape.

Notes:• Excessive use of the cleaning tape may cause

damage to the video heads. Please read theinstructions accompanying the cleaning tapecarefully before using it.

• The fast forward and rewind functions cannot beused when the cleaning tape is in thecamcorder.

• If the video heads again become clogged withdirt soon after cleaning, this might be caused bya damaged tape. In this case, stop using thatcassette immediately.

1 Insert a cleaning tape into thecamcorder.

2 Set the camcorder to VCR mode.• The video head cleaning screen

appears.

3 Press the SET button to begin videohead cleaning.• “NOW CLEANING” flashes during

cleaning.

• After about 20 seconds, video headcleaning automatically finishes, and“EJECT THE CASSETTE.” displays.

4 Remove the cleaning tape.

To cancel cleaning, press the SET button.

C L E AN I N G

S T OPS T A R T

C L E AN I NGNOW

Causes of video head clogging

• High-temperature and high-humidity environ-ment

• A lot of dust in the air• Damaged tape• Worn tape• Long-time use• Dew formation

If the video heads become clogged, thev indicator appears on the screen. Contactthe nearest SHARP service center or yourdealer for further advice.

Mosaic noiseStriped noise

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Cleaning• Many plastic parts are used in the camcorder

casing. Do not use thinner, benzene or otherstrong chemical cleaners. These may causediscoloration and damage to the casing.

• Clean the casing with a soft, dry cloth. If thecasing is particularly dirty, wipe the casingwith a tightly wrung cloth dampened with adiluted, neutral detergent. Then wipe it againwith a soft, dry cloth.

• Use a soft cloth to wipe finger marks andother smudges off the LCD screen.

• Use a soft cloth, or compressed air and lenspaper designed for photographic lenses toclean the lens.

Using Your Camcorder AbroadTelevision signal standards and electricalvoltages and frequencies vary substantiallyfrom country to country. When you are abroad,check the sections below before using the ACadapter or connecting the camcorder to a TV.

AC Adapter (Supplied Accessory)

The supplied AC adapter is compatible with50 Hz and 60 Hz electrical systems in therange of 110 V to 240 V AC.Use a commercially available AC plug adaptor,if necessary, depending on the design of thewall outlet.

Television Signal Standards

In any country, you can always watch the videopicture by using the LCD monitor screen.However, if you want to watch the picture on aTV screen, the TV must be NTSC-M systemcompatible. NTSC-M is used in the followingareas:The Bahamas, Barbados, Bermuda, Myanmar(previously Burma), Canada, Chile, Colombia,Costa Rica, Cuba, the Dominican Republic,Ecuador, El Salvador, Greenland, Guam,Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Japan,South Korea, Mexico, the Netherland Antilles,Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, the Philippines,Puerto Rico, St. Kitts, St. Lucia, Surinam,Taiwan, Trinidad, the U.S.A., Venezuela,Southern Vietnam, and the Virgin Islands.

A commercially availableAC plug adaptor

AC 110–240 V

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Demonstration Mode

You can watch a brief demonstration of thespecial camcorder features in Demo mode.If the demonstration appears on the screenwhen you turn on the camcorder for the firsttime, cancel the Demo mode to use yourcamcorder.

Note:• The demonstration is only displayed in English.

O F FON


MOD E

ONDEMO MODE

Canceling Demo Mode

1 During the demonstration, press theMENU button to pause the demonstra-tion.


3 Press l or m to select “DEMO MODE”,then press the SET button.

4 Press l or m to select “OFF”, thenpress the SET button.


Note:• The demonstration will pause if you press the

MENU button. If you leave it for 60 seconds, orturn the power off temporarily and then set thePower switch to CAMERA, the demonstration willbegin again.

OF FDEMO MODE

Watching the Demonstration

1 Remove the Mini DV cassette from thecamcorder (see page 10).



4 Press l or m to select “DEMO MODE”,then press the SET button.


6 Set the Power switch to OFF, then holddown the Lock button and set the Powerswitch to CAMERA.• The demonstration begins.

O F FON


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Before Requesting Service

Before calling for service, please check the following troubleshooting table.

Symptom

No power.

REC START/STOP buttondoes not work.

Power suddenly turns off.

Auto focus does notwork.

Bright subject produceswide vertical lines.

Automatically zooms outwithout operating Zoomcontrol.

Display automaticallychanges in CAMERAmode.

No image appears onconnected TV screen.

No image from an exter-nal source appears onthe camcorder screen.

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Suggested solution

Connect power source properly(pp. 7, 9).

Charge battery pack sufficiently(p. 8).

Wait until dew dries (p. 54).

Set Power switch to OFF and removebattery pack. Wait for 2 seconds, thenreinstall battery pack and turn onpower (p. 7).

Close tab or use a new cassette(p. 52).

Set Power switch to OFF and thenback to CAMERA.

Set to Auto Focus mode (p. 37).

Zoom out from subject (p. 17).

Focus manually (p. 37).

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——

Direct lens to some subject, or setzoom to widest angle before shooting(p. 17).

Set DEMO MODE menu item to “OFF”(p. 57).

Select video input channel or TVchannel properly (p. 21).

Connect audio/video cable properly(p. 21).

Connect DV cable properly. (p. 44)

Possible cause

Power source is not properly con-nected.

Battery pack is not charged.

Dew in camcorder.

Safety function is in effect.

Erasure-protect tab on video cassetteis open.

Camcorder left in Recording Standbymode for 5 minutes.

Manual Focus mode is engaged.

Zoom used on close subject.

Subject has little contrast in bright-ness, or is full of horizontal or verticalstripes.

Occurs when shooting subject withstrong contrast to the background.Does not indicate a malfunction.

Camcorder is unable to focus whenzooming in on subject within 5 feet(1.5 m), and automatically zooms outuntil it focuses on subject.

No subject in the field of view.

Camcorder is in Demo mode.

Video input channel on TV or TVchannel is not selected properly.

Audio/video cable is not properlyconnected.

DV cable is not properly connected.

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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 fromany power sources, including the lithium battery, etc. Then reconnect the power sources to resumeoperation.

• If the characters displayed on the monitor screen appear to malfunction, disconnect the power sourceand remove the lithium battery, then reconnect the power source, insert the lithium battery, and turn thepower on again. The characters on the monitor should be normal. Set the date and time, then resumeoperation.

Symptom

Cannot rewind or fast for-ward tape.

Video noise in image.

Cassette will not eject.

No image on monitor.

Monitor picture is hard tosee.

CHARGE indicatorflashes in red whencharging battery pack.

Cannot edit to connectedVCR.

Possible cause

Position at beginning or end of tape.

Dirty video heads.

Old or worn tape.

Power source is not properly con-nected.

Battery pack is not charged.

Camcorder is recording.

Backlight has been turned off.

Fluorescent lamp has burned out.

Inappropriate picture adjustments.

AC adapter or battery pack may havemalfunctioned.

Audio/video cable is not properlyconnected.

Suggested solution

Rewind or fast forward tape to de-sired point (p. 19).

Call for service (p. 60) or use a com-mercially available cleaning tape(p. 55).

Use a new cassette.

Connect power source properly(pp. 7, 9).

Charge battery pack sufficiently(p. 8).

Stop tape and try again (p. 16).

Turn on backlight (p. 48).

Call for service (p. 60).

Adjust picture (p. 48).

Call for service (p. 60).

Connect audio/video cable properly(p. 43).

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Specifications

CamcorderSignal System: NTSC standard

Recording System: 2 rotary heads, helical scanning systemCassette: Digital VCR Mini DV video cassette

Recording/Playback Time: 90 minutes (DVM60, LP mode)Tape Speed: SP mode: 18.812 mm/second

LP mode: 12.555 mm/secondPickup Device: g" (6.4 mm, effective size: 4.5 mm) CCD image sensor (with

approx. 460,000 pixels including optical black)Lens: 10K optical/300K digital power zoom lens (F1.8,

f=3.6–36.0 mm), full-range auto focusLens Filter Diameter: 27 mm

Monitor: 3" (7.5 cm) full-color LCD screen (TFT active matrix)Microphone: Electret stereo microphone

Color Temperature Compensation: Auto white balance with white balance lockMinimum Illumination: 1 lux (12 lux measured by EIA standard) (with gain-up, F1.8)

Power Requirement: DC 7.4 VPower Consumption: 4.3 W (during camera recording in Full Auto mode with zoom

motor off and backlight in normal mode)Operating Temperature: 32°F to 104°F (0°C to L40°C)

Operating Humidity: 30% to 80%Storage Temperature: +4°F to 140°F (+20°C to L60°C)Dimensions (approx.): 5 9⁄16" (W) K 3 11⁄32" (H) K 2 5⁄16" (D)

[141.1 mm (W) K 85.1 mm (H) K 58.5 mm (D)]Weight (approx.): 1.01 lbs (460 g) (without battery pack, lithium battery, video

cassette, lens cap, lens hood and wrist strap)

AC Adapter (UADP-0339TAZZ)Power Requirement: AC 110–240 V, 50/60 Hz

DC Output: 10 VDimensions (approx.): 1 31⁄32" (W) K 1 1⁄16" (H) K 2 19⁄32" (D)

[50.0 mm (W) K 27.0 mm (H) K 65.5 mm (D)]Weight (approx.): 0.22 lbs (100 g)

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

SERVICE INFORMATION (For the U.S.)

For the location of the nearest Sharp Authorized Service, or to obtain product literature,accessories, supplies or customer assistance, please call 1-800-BE SHARP (1-800-237-4277)or visit SHARP’s website (http://www.sharp-usa.com).

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PRECAUCIONRIESGO DE SACUDIDA ELÉCTRICA. NO ABRIR.

Información importante para los consumidores de los EE.UU.

ADVERTENCIA: PARA REDUCIR EL RIESGO DE CAUSAR UN INCENDIOO RECIBIR UNA DESCARGA ELÉCTRICA, NO EXPONGAESTE APARATO A LA LLUVIA NI A LA HUMEDAD.

PRECAUCION:PARA REDUCIR EL RIESGO DE RECIBIRUNA DESCARGA ELÉCTRICA NO RETIRELA TAPA. EN EL INTERIOR NO HAY PARTESQUE DEBA REPARAR EL USUARIO.SOLICITE LAS REPARACIONES ALPERSONAL DE SERVICIO CUALIFICADO.

Este símbolo avisa al usuario de la presencia de tensión sinaislar en el interior del aparato que puede causar descargaseléctricas peligrosas.

Este símbolo alerta al usuario de que existen instrucciones demanejo y mantenimiento importantes en la información escritaentregada con este aparato.

PRECAUCION(se aplica al adaptador de CA suministrado)

PARA IMPEDIR DESCARGAS ELÉCTRICAS,INTRODUZCA LA PATILLA ANCHA EN LARANURA ANCHA, E INTRODUZCACOMPLETAMENTE LA CLAVIJA.

PRECAUCIONSi el adaptador de CA se extravía otiene que ser cambiado, adquieraotro del mismo tipo en el centro deservicio SHARP de su concesionario.

PARA TIRAR LA BATERÍACONTIENE BATERÍA DE IONES DE LITIO. ÉSTA DEBE RECICLARSE O TIRARSE DE LAFORMA APROPIADA. PÓNGASE EN CONTACTO CON LAS AGENCIAS LOCALESPERTINENTES PARA OBTENER INFORMACIÓN SOBRE LOS PLANES DE RECICLADO YELIMINACIÓN EXISTENTES EN SU ZONA DE RESIDENCIA.

PARA TIRAR EL PRODUCTOEste producto utiliza soldadura de estaño y plomo, y su lámpara fluorescente contieneuna pequeña cantidad de mercurio. Debido a la conservación del medio ambiente,puede que para tirar estos materiales deban seguirse ciertos reglamentos. Para obtenerinformación sobre cómo tirar o reciclar estos materiales, póngase en contacto con lasautoridades de su localidad o con Electronics Industries Alliance (Alianza de Industriasde la Electrónica) en la dirección de Internet: www.eiae.org.

Guía de operación rápida en español

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• Cuando no utilice la videocámara, no seolvide de extraer el videocasete,desconectar la alimentación y desenchufarla videocámara de la fuente dealimentación.

• No dirija el objetivo hacia el sol.No permita que la luz del sol directa llegue alobjetivo ni a la pantalla del monitor LCD de lavideocámara, tanto si está realizando lagrabación como si no, porque esto podríadañar el sensor de CCD o la superficie de lapantalla LCD. Tenga mucho cuidadoespecialmente cuando grabe en exteriores.

• Cuando filme en lugares oscuros, evite filmarrepentinamente objetos muy iluminados ofuentes de luz como, por ejemplo, el sol. Delo contrario, la imagen desaparecerá. En talcaso, dirija el objetivo en otra dirección hastaque la imagen recupere la normalidad.

• Evite los camposmagnéticos.La utilización de lavideocámara cerca delámparas fluorescentesfuertes, motores,televisores u otros campos magnéticospuede afectar negativamente a las imágenesgrabadas.

• La utilización de la videocámara cerca deuna emisora u otra fuente potente detransmisión puede causar zumbidos odeterioro en la imagen.

• Evite golpearla o dejarlacaer.No deje caer la videocámarani tampoco la someta agolpes o vibracionesintensas. Los golpesproducidos durante lagrabación ocasionaránruidos en la imagen grabada.

• Evite poner lavideocámara cercade equipos deiluminación.El calor producido porlas lucesincandescentespuede deformar lavideocámara o hacer que ésta funcione mal.

• Respete siempre las prohibiciones orestricciones relacionadas con lautilización de equipos electrónicos envuelos comerciales o en otras áreassusceptibles.

• Tenga cuidado con la temperatura y lahumedad.Podrá utilizar su videocámara a temperaturasde entre 32°F y 104°F (0°C y L40°C), conuna humedad relativa de entre el 30% y el80%. Durante el verano, no deje el aparatoen el interior de un automóvil sin ventilación;no lo deje tampoco bajo la luz del sol directani cerca de fuentes decalor intenso; estopodría estropearconsiderablemente lacaja del aparato y sucircuito.

• Evite situaciones en las que el agua, laarena, el polvo u otras sustancias extrañaspuedan entrar en la videocámara, y noutilice ni deje su videocámara en lugarescon excesivo humo, vapor o humedad.En estos ambientes pueden producirse fallosen el funcionamiento ose puede formar mohoen el objetivo.Asegúrese de guardareste aparato en unlugar bien ventilado.

• Algunos trípodespequeños y portátilesquizá se acoplen mal a lavideocámara, y puede queno sirvan de apoyo seguro.Utilice siempre trípodesfuertes y estables.

• Cuando utilice suvideocámara en un ambiente frío, lapantalla del monitor LCD aparecerá amenudo menos brillante inmediatamentedespués de conectar la alimentación. Estono es ningún fallo de funcionamiento. Paraevitar que la videocámara se enfríeexcesivamente, envuélvala en un pañogrueso (una manta, etc.).

Precauciones

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por lo tanto, éstas no deberán taparse. Lasaberturas no deberán taparse nuncacolocando el producto en una cama, sofá,alfombra u otras superficies similares. Este

producto nodeberácolocarse enunainstalaciónempotradacomo, por

ejemplo, un mueble librería o unaestantería, a menos que disponga de laventilación apropiada o se cumplan lasinstrucciones del fabricante.

11. Fuentes de alimentación—Este productosólo deberá ser utilizado con el tipo defuente de alimentación indicado en laetiqueta de características. Si no estáseguro del tipo de alimentación empleadoen su casa, consulte a su concesionario oa la compañía eléctrica local. Para losproductos que van a ser utilizados conenergía de baterías u otras fuentes,consulte las instrucciones de manejo.

12. Puesta a tierra o polarización—Esteproducto puede estar equipado con unaclavija de alimentación de corriente alternapolarizada (una clavija con una patilla másancha que la otra). Esta clavija sólo entraráen la toma de corriente de una forma, loque constituye una característica deseguridad. Si no puede introducir a fondola clavija en la toma de corriente, pruebeinvirtiendo la clavija. Si la clavija sigue sinpoder introducirse en la toma de corriente,póngase en contacto con un electricistapara que le cambie la toma de corrienteobsoleta. No anule la característica deseguridad de la clavija polarizada.

13. Protección de cables de alimentación—Loscables de alimentación deberán instalarsede forma que nadie camine sobre ellos niqueden pellizcados por objetos colocadosencima o contra ellos, poniendo muchaatención a las clavijas, receptáculos y alpunto donde entran y salen del producto.

14. Tormentas eléctricas—Para que esteproducto disponga de una mayorprotección durante una tormenta eléctrica,o para cuando se deje sin atender duranteun largo periodo de tiempo, desenchúfelode la toma de corriente y desconecte laantena o el sistema de cable. Estoimpedirá que el producto se estropeedebido a las tormentas eléctrica o a lasobretensión en la línea de alimentación.

1. Lectura de las instrucciones—Antes deutilizar este producto deberán leerse todaslas instrucciones de seguridad y manejo.

2. Conservación de las instrucciones—Lasinstrucciones de seguridad y manejodeberán guardarse para poder consultarlasen futuro en caso de ser necesario.

3. Cumplimiento de las advertencias—Deberán cumplirse todas las advertenciasdel producto y de las instrucciones demanejo.

4. Cumplimiento de las instrucciones—Deberán seguirse todas las instruccionesde manejo.

5. Limpieza—Desenchufe este producto dela toma de corriente de la pared antes delimpiarlo. No utilice agentes de limpiezalíquidos ni en aerosol. Utilice un pañohúmedo para hacer la limpieza.

6. Aditamentos—No utilice aditamentos queno sean recomendados por el fabricante delproducto, porque pueden causar peligros.

7. Agua y humedad—No utilice este productocerca del agua y la humedad como, —porejemplo, cerca de una bañera, lavabo,fregadero de cocina o lavadora; no lo utilicetampoco en un sótano húmedo, cerca deuna piscina o en otros lugares similares.

8. Accesorios—No coloque este productosobre un carrito, soporte, trípode, ménsula omesa inestable. El producto podría caerse ycausar lesiones graves a un niño o a unadulto, y también podría estropearse.

Utilícelo solamentecon un carrito,soporte, trípode,ménsula o mesarecomendado porel fabricante, o

vendido con el producto. Cuando quieraque monte el producto hágalo siguiendo lasinstrucciones del fabricante, y utilizando losaccesorios de montaje recomendado por él.

9. La combinación delproducto y un carritodeberá moverse conmucho cuidado. Lasparadas repentinas, lafuerza excesiva y lassuperficies irregularespueden ser la causa de que lacombinación del producto y el carrito sevuelquen.

10. Ventilación—Las ranuras y aberturas de lacaja sirven para la ventilación del producto,y para asegurar un funcionamiento fiabledel mismo y evitar que éste se recaliente,

AVISOS DE SEGURIDAD IMPORTANTES

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Notas acerca de la utilización de lapila de litio

CAMBIE SÓLO LA PILA POR OTRA DEL TIPOCR2025 FABRICADA POR TOSHIBA,MATSUSHITA O HITACHI MAXELL. LAUTILIZACIÓN DE UNA PILA DIFERENTEPUEDE CAUSAR UN RIESGO DE INCENDIO OEXPLOSIÓN.( MANTENGA ESTA PILA ALEJADADE LOS NIÑOS. SI ALGUIEN LA TRAGA,CONSULTE INMEDIATAMENTE A UN MÉDICOPARA RECIBIR TRATAMIENTO DE EMERGENCIA.) LA PILA PUEDE EXPLORAR SISE UTILIZA MAL O SE INSTALA CON LASPOLARIDADES INVERTIDAS. NO INTENTECARGARLA, NO LA DESMONTE NI LA TIRE ALFUEGO.

• No cortocircuite, cargue, desmonte o caliente lapila de litio.

• Si la pila de litio tuviera fugas retírela, limpie biensu compartimiento y luego introduzca una pilanueva.

• La pila de litio durará un año aproximadamentesi se utiliza bajo condiciones normales.

15. Líneas de alimentación—Una antenaexterior no deberá colocarse cerca delíneas de alimentación elevadas nitampoco cerca de luces eléctricas ocircuitos de alimentación, ni donde puedacaer encima de tales líneas dealimentación o circuitos. Cuando instaleun sistema de antena exterior deberátener mucho cuidado para que éste notoque tales líneas de alimentación ocircuitos porque el contacto con ellospodría causar un accidente mortal.

16. Sobrecarga—No sobrecargue las tomasde corriente de la pared, los cables deextensión o los receptáculos integrales deotros equipos porque existe el riesgo deque se produzca un incendio o unadescarga eléctrica.

17. Entrada de objetos y líquidos—No metanunca objetos de ningún tipo en este

producto a travésde las aberturasporque puedentocar puntos detensión peligrosos ocortocircuitar partes

que puedan causar un incendio o unadescarga eléctrica. No derrame nuncalíquidos de ningún tipo en el producto.

18. Servicio—No intente reparar este productousted mismo ya que al abrirlo o retirar lascubiertas puede exponerse a una tensiónpeligrosa o a otros peligros. Solicite lasreparaciones al personal de serviciocualificado.

19. Daños que requieren ser reparados—Desenchufe este producto de la toma decorriente y solicite las reparaciones alpersonal de servicio cualificado cuandose produzcan las condiciones siguientes:a. Cuando el cable de alimentación o su

clavija estén estropeados.b. Si se ha derramado líquido, o han

entrado objetos, en el interior delproducto.

c. Si el producto ha estado expuesto a lalluvia o al agua.

d. Si el producto no funciona normalmentesiguiendo las instrucciones de manejo.Ajuste solamente los controles indicadosen las instrucciones de manejo, ya queel ajuste incorrecto de otros controlespuede causar daños y tal vez serequiera un trabajo de reparaciónextensivo por parte de un técnicocualificado para devolver el producto asu estado de funcionamiento normal.

e. Si el producto se ha caído o se haestropeado de cualquier forma.

f. Cuando el producto muestre uncambio visible en su rendimiento,—esto indica la necesidad de tener querealizar reparaciones.

20. Partes de recambio—Cuando seanecesario utilizar partes de recambio,asegúrese de que el técnico de servicioemplee aquellas que hayan sidoespecificadas por el fabricante o quetengan las mismas características que laspartes originales. Los cambios noautorizados pueden causar un incendio,descargas eléctricas u otros peligros.

21. Comprobación de seguridad—Al terminarcualquier trabajo de mantenimiento oreparación en este producto, pida al técnicode servicio que realice las comprobacionesde seguridad para determinar si el productose encuentra en condiciones defuncionamiento apropiadas.

22. Montaje en la pared o en el techo—Elproducto deberá montarse en una pared oen un techo sólo como lo recomienda sufabricante

23. Calor—El producto deberá instalarse lejosde fuentes de calor tales comoradiadores, salidas de calor, estufas yotros aparatos (incluyendo amplificadores)que produzcan calor.

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Interruptor de alimentación

Guía de operación rápida

Colocación de la batería

1 Asegúrese de que elinterruptor de alimentaciónesté en OFF.

2 Alinee la marca = del lado de labatería con la marca = de lavideocámara (1), y deslice la batería enel sentido de la flecha hasta que quedecompletamente bloqueada en su lugar(2).

Carga de la batería

1 Coloque la batería en la videocámara yasegúrese de que el interruptor dealimentación esté en OFF.

2 Enchufe el adaptador de CA en unatoma de corriente (1), y luego inserte laclavija de CC en la toma de entrada deCC (2).• El indicador de carga se enciende.

• El indicador de carga se apaga cuandose carga la batería.

3 Retire la clavija de CC de la toma deentrada de CC, y luego desconecte eladaptador de CA de la toma decorriente.

Indicador de carga

A una tomade corriente

Toma de entrada de CC

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Control de abertura de lapuerta del compartimiento

del casete

Lengüeta de protección contra borrado

Sugerencias sobre lasposiciones de grabación

Para crear imágenes que puedan versefácilmente durante la reproducción, intentegrabarlas estando de pie y sujetando lavideocámara firmemente con las manos, paraimpedir así imágenes que vibren.

Sujeción de la videocámaraPonga su dedo pulgar derecho cerca delbotón REC START/STOP y del control del zoommotorizado.Ponga su dedo pulgar izquierdo en el apoyode pulgar situado en el lado izquierdo de lapantalla.

Postura básica

Filmación desde un ángulo alto

Filmación desde un ángulo bajo

Gire el monitor LCD para que lapantalla quede hacia arriba.

Balancee supeso en ambaspiernas.

Gire el monitor LCD para que lapantalla quede hacia abajo.

Tenga cuidadopara no tapar el

objetivo o elmicrófono con sus

dedos.

Coloque sus codoscontra suscostados.

Inserción de un casete

1 Coloque la fuente de alimentación en lavideocámara, y luego deslice el control deabertura de la puerta del compartimentodel videocasete y abra la puerta delcompartimento del videocasete.• Después del sonido de confirmación, el portavideocasete se

extenderá y abrirá automáticamente.

2 Inserte completamente un casete de ventaen el comercio con la ventanilla haciafuera, y con la lengüeta de proteccióncontra borrado hacia arriba.

3 Pulse suavemente la marca W hastaque el portavideocasete encaje enposición produciendo un chasquido.• Después del sonido de confirmación, el portavideocasete se

introducirá automáticamente.

4 Espere a que el portavideocasete sepliegue completamente. Cierre la puertadel compartimiento presionando sobre elcentro hasta que quede cerrada haciendoun ruido seco.

SAVE

REC

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Interruptor de alimentación

Botón RECSTART/STOP Control de zoom motorizado/

control de volumen

Botón de operación

Botón debloqueo

Botón de bloqueo

Control de volumen

Control del zoommotorizado

Guía de operación rápida

Empleo del zoonPulse el control del zoom motorizado hacia el ladode la T (1) (telefoto) o el lado de la W (2)(granangular).

Reproducción

1 Mantenga pulsado elbotón de bloqueo y pongael interruptor dealimentación en VCR.

2 Pulse j (o k) del botón de operaciónpara rebobinar (o avanzar rápidamente)la cinta hasta el punto deseado.

3 Pulse m para iniciar la reproducción.

Para detener la reproducción

Pulse l.

Control de volumenPulse el control de volumen hacia el lado L o +para aumentar (1) o disminuir (2) el volumen.

AU T O

REC

Grabación fácil con lavideocámara

1 Inserte un casete en la videocámara.

2 Mantenga pulsado el botón de bloqueoy ponga el interruptor de alimentaciónen CAMERA.• La imagen captada por el objetivo se

visualiza ahora.

3 Pulse el botón REC START/STOP parainiciar la grabación.

Para hacer una pausa en la grabación

Pulse de nuevo el botón REC START/STOP.

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Cuando se selecciona “ESPAÑOL” como idioma de la visualización en pantalla aparecen lassiguientes visualizaciones indicadas a continuación.

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LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY CAMCORDER

OPERATION MANUAL

MODEL

VL-NZ50U

Important

Model No.:

Serial No.:

Please read this operation manual carefully before using the camcorder.

For assistance in reporting the theft or loss of this product, record on the line below the model number and serial number which are located on the bottom of the unit.Please retain this information.

• See page 57 for use of Demo mode.

Valid for warranty service in the U.S. only

CONSUMER LIMITED WARRANTYSHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION warrants to the first consumer purchaser that this Sharp brandproduct (the “Product”), when shipped in its original container, will be free from defective workmanshipand materials, and agrees that it will, at its option, either repair the defect or replace the defectiveProduct or part thereof with a new or remanufactured equivalent at no charge to the purchaser for partsor labor for the period(s) set forth below.This warranty does not apply to any appearance items of the Product nor to the additional excludeditem(s) set forth below nor to any Product the exterior of which has been damaged or defaced, whichhas been subjected to improper voltage or other misuse, abnormal service or handling, or which hasbeen altered or modified in design or construction.In order to enforce the rights under this limited warranty, the purchaser should follow the steps set forthbelow and provide proof of purchase to the servicer.The limited warranty described herein is in addition to whatever implied warranties may be granted topurchasers by law. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITYAND FITNESS FOR USE ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD(S) FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE SET FORTHBELOW. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the abovelimitation may not apply to you.Neither the sales personnel of the seller nor any other person is authorized to make any warranties otherthan those described herein, or to extend the duration of any warranties beyond the time perioddescribed herein on behalf of Sharp.The warranties described herein shall be the sole and exclusive warranties granted by Sharp and shallbe the sole and exclusive remedy available to the purchaser. Correction of defects, in the manner andfor the period of time described herein, shall constitute complete fulfillment of all liabilities andresponsibilities of Sharp to the purchaser with respect to the Product, and shall constitute fullsatisfaction of all claims, whether based on contract, negligence, strict liability or otherwise. In no eventshall Sharp be liable, or in any way responsible, for any damages or defects in the Product which werecaused by repairs or attempted repairs performed by anyone other than an authorized servicer. Norshall Sharp be liable or in any way responsible for any incidental or consequential economic or propertydamage. Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so the aboveexclusion may not apply to you.THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS. YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTSWHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.

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Non-rechargeable batteries.

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